Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement

Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open and support the hood.




2. Remove the hood latch cable from the hood latch.




3. Remove the hood latch cable retaining clips.
4. Attach a length of mechanics wire to the hood latch cable prior to removal. This lead will assist in reinstallation of the new hood latch cable.
5. Remove the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Release Lever Replacement (Hood Release Lever Replacement) in Instrument Panel, gauges and Console.




6. Remove the hood latch cable and grommet rearward from the passenger compartment.




7. Transfer the lead wire to the new hood latch cable.



Installation Procedure





1. Using the lead wire, pull the new hood latch cable through the cowl and into the engine compartment.




2. Seat the grommet fully into the cowl.
3. Install the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Release Lever Replacement (Hood Release Lever Replacement) in Instrument Panel, gauges and Console.




4. Install the hood latch cable to the hood latch.




5. Install the hood latch cable retaining clips.
6. Close the hood.