Hood Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair

Hood Latch Release Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the hood latch.




3. Remove the release cable from the structure. Note the routing of the hood cable in the engine compartment for installation.




4. Inside the vehicle, remove the left front carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement.
5. Reposition the carpet aside to expose release handle.




6. Pull release handle to up position.
7. Pry back front of handle slip to disengage from the hinge pillar.
8. Remove the hood hinge cable grommet from the front of the dash and remove the cable from the core support.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the hood hinge cable and grommet through the front of the dash.
2. Slide the hood release handle into the hinge pillar and secure into place.




3. Reposition the carpet and install the front carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement.




4. Route the hood cable through the body structure.
5. Install the hood latch.
6. Inspect the hood latch cable for proper operation.
7. Close the hood.