Hood Latch: Service and Repair
Front Hood Lock AssemblyREMOVAL
1. Open the front hood.
2. Remove the clip, and remove the bracket - grille.
NOTE: To prevent damage to the bracket - grille, make sure to remove all clips.
3. Remove the lock assembly - front hood.
1. Remove the bolt and clip.
2. Disconnect the release cable, and detach the lock assembly - front hood.
NOTE: When disconnecting the release cable, refer to "FRONT HOOD OPENER" of "Remote Openers".
INSTALLATION
1. Before installation, check the following items.
- Is the cable deformed?
- Grease is applied sufficiently to cable joints.
If grease is insufficient, add it as necessary before assembling the cable.
2. Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
T1: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
T2: 33 N.m (3.36 kgf-m, 24.3 ft-lb)