Hood Latch Replacement

NOTE: Put on gloves to protect your hands.

Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Detach the clip, and release the hooks (A) from the hood latch (B), then remove the hood latch cover (C).

Fig 1: Identifying Hooks, Hood Latch And Hood Latch Cover
Disconnect and detach the hood latch switch connector (A).

Fig 2: Identifying Hood Latch Fastener Locations
Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (B) from the body, and disconnect the hood opener cable (C) from the hood latch. Take care not to kink the cable.
Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the hood latch (A) indicated by the arrows.
- Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and the hood latch switch connector is plugged in properly.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment (see step 4 on ADJUSTMENT ).
- Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.

Fig 3: Applying Multipurpose Grease To Hood Latch