Hood Latch: Service and Repair
Front Hood Lock AssemblyREMOVAL
1. Open the front hood.
2. Remove the front bumper face.
3. Remove the bolts, and then detach the front hood lock assembly.
4. Remove the release cable from the lock assembly.
INSTALLATION
Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT HOOD LOCK AND REMOTE OPENERS
Tightening torque:
T1: 7.5 N.m (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)
T2: 33 N.m (3.36 kgf-m, 24.2 ft-lb)
NOTE: Apply grease to the movable part.