Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Release Cable Retainers At Plenum Panel

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Route the cables through the opening in the dash panel, past the retainers (1) on the plenum panel, to the latches.

Fig 2: Release Cable Handle & Screws

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Position the latch handle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the screws which mount the hood release handle.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

Fig 3: Installing Cable Grommet Through Carpet Insulator Slits

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Install the cable grommet through the slits in the carpet insulator and into the dash panel.

Fig 4: Cable Sheath Grommet At Latch

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Connect the cables to the latches.
Install the hood latches. Refer to Hood Latch Replacement - Left and to Hood Latch Replacement - Right .

Fig 5: View Of Release Cable Retainers At Plenum Panel

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Install the cable to the retainers (1).
Verify the operation of the latches.