Removal
ENGINE HOOD / DOOR: HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY: REMOVAL
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
CAUTION:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
2. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH (for 2GR-FSE) Removal
3. REMOVE ENGINE ROOM SIDE COVER LH (for 1UR-FSE) Removal
4. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL Removal
5. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER COVER Removal
6. REMOVE MILLIMETER WAVE RADAR SENSOR ASSEMBLY (w/ Cruise Control System) Removal
7. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE COVER
(a) Remove the 3 screws.
(b) Detach the claw and remove the cable cover.
8. REMOVE FRONT FENDER PROTECTOR UPPER LH
(a) Using a screwdriver, detach the 3 clips and remove the protector.
HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
9. REMOVE HOOD LOCK ASSEMBLY
(a) Disconnect the hood lock control cable.
(b) Remove the cap.
(c) Remove the 2 bolts and nut.
(d) Remove the hood lock.
10. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL LEVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Detach the 2 claws.
(b) Disconnect the hood lock control cable and remove the hood lock lever.
11. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE ASSEMBLY
(a) Using a screwdriver, disconnect the clamps shown in the illustration.
HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
(b) Pull the cable from the engine room and remove it.