Hood Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair

Hood Latch Release Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: If the cable is broken, release the hood by pressing the latch tab on the left side of the lock assembly. Use a rod to press the latch tab.

1. Lift the hood.
2. Remove the left hinge pillar trim panel.




3. Remove the cable handle underneath the instrument panel (IP).
4. Remove the cable end from the handle.

1. Use needle nose pliers in order to squeeze the tabs in order to remove the cable end from the hood latch assembly.
2. Lift the cable from the lock.




5. Pull the cable in toward the cable handle through the hole in the cowl.




6. Detach the cable from the retainer clips.




7. Disconnect the cable end from the hood latch assembly.

1. Use needle nose pliers to squeeze the tabs in order to remove the cable end from the handle.
2. Lift the cable from the lock.


Installation Procedure




1. Insert and pull the cable toward the front of the vehicle through the hole in the cowl.
2. Ensure that the grommet is seated.




3. Attach the cable end to the latch assembly.




4. Attach the cable to the retainer clips.
5. Attach the cable end to the cable handle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

6. Attach the cable handle underneath the IP.

Tighten the cable handle nut to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

7. Install the left hinge pillar trim panel.
8. Close the hood.