Hood Latch Replacement

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NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the body.

Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the clips, then remove the hood latch cover (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Hood Latch Cover And Clips
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With hood latch switch: Detach the latch switch connector (A) from the connector clip (B), and disconnect it.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Switch Connector And Clips
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Remove the bolts and the nut, then remove the latch (A) from the body.

Fig 3: Latch Bolts And Nut With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood latch (B). Take care not to kink the cable.

Fig 4: Identifying Hood Opener Cable And Hood Latch
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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.
- Make sure the hood opener cable is connected securely and the hood latch switch connector is plugged in properly (with security system).
- Make sure the cable actuates the latch before you close the hood.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment (see step HOOD ADJUSTMENT ).
- Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.
Fig 5: Identifying Multipurpose Grease Application Area
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