Hood Latch: Service and Repair

Hood Latch









Removal and Installation

1. Remove the upper radiator sight shield.
1. Remove the 8 screws.

2. Remove the 4 bolts.

3. Remove the 2 pin-type retainers.






2. NOTE: Mark the position of the hood latch prior to removing the hood latch bolts.
Remove the 2 bolts and position the hood latch aside to gain access to the hood latch release cable.

- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).


3. Disconnect the hood latch release cable and remove the hood latch.

4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- When the hood latch is installed, the latch adjustment must be checked to make sure the latch is aligned correctly.