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 these items:

- Front bulkhead cover Service and Repair
- Front bulkhead brace cover Front Bulkhead Brace Cover Replacement

2. Remove the bolts (A, B), then remove the front bulkhead center cover (C).






3. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (A) from the body, and disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood latch.





4. Detach the harness clip (C), and disconnect the hood latch switch connector (D).

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 cable is connected properly, and the connector is plugged in properly.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment.
- Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.