Hood Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair
Hood Opener Cable ReplacementNOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body and related parts.
1. Remove these items:
- Front grille cover
- Front inner fender
- Kick panel driver's side
2. Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood latch (B), and remove the bolts (C), then remove the hood release handle (D). Take care not to kink the cable.
3. Detach the clips (E) using a clip remover, release the hood opener cable from the clip (F), and remove the grommet (G) from the body, then remove the hood opener cable from the vehicle. Take care not to kink the cable.
4. Install the cable in the reverse order of removal, and check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.