Repair procedures

Replacement

1. Remove the front bumper cover.

2. Remove the hood latch (A) mounting bolts.

Tightening torque :
7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb-ft)




3. Disconnect the hood latch cable (A) and remove the hood latch (B).




4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Make sure the hood latch cable is connected properly.
- Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
- Adjust the latch alignment.