Hood Latch: Service and Repair

HOOD LATCH

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Removal and Installation

1. 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 (9 lb-ft).

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