Hood Latch: Notes

The hood latches are located at either side of the trailing edge of the hood. Each latch is released by a small pyrotechnic pin, which is fired in response to a signal from the control module. The pyrotechnic pin engages with the latch pawl which is holding the latch claw closed. Once the pawl is moved by the pyrotechnic pin the latch claw is released and the return spring moves the latch claw to the open position allowing the hood to move open under the pressure of the hood actuator.