Hood Latch: Service and Repair

HOOD LATCH

Removal and Installation
1. Remove the 3 pin type retainers and the radiator air deflector.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the 2 hood latch bolts.
- To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).

3. CAUTION: Make sure that the fins on the radiator are not damaged while moving the hood latch.

Disconnect the hood latch release cable from the hood latch.







4. Rotate and remove the hood latch.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.