Hood Latch: Service and Repair

Hood Latch Replacement

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.

1. Remove the front grille cover Front Grille Cover Replacement.

2. Remove the bolts, and detach the harness clips (A), then remove the hood latch cover (B).






3. Remove the hood latch mounting bolts, then remove the hood latch (A). Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood latch.





4. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector (C).

5. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- Apply multipurpose grease to each location on the hood latch indicated by the arrows.
- Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and the hood latch switch connector is plugged in properly.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment Adjustments.
- Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.