Hood Latch Replacement
- Remove the front grille cover (see FRONT GRILLE COVER REPLACEMENT
).
- Disconnect the hood latch switch connector (A), then detach the connector clip (B).
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- Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (C) from the body.
- Disconnect the hood opener cable (D) from the hood latch. Take care not to bend or kink the cable.
- Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Apply multipurpose grease to the hood latch as indicated by the arrows shown in Fig 2.
- Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and hood latch switch connector is plugged in properly.
- Make sure the cable actuates the latch before you close the hood.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment (see step 3 on ADJUSTMENT
).
- Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.
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