Hood Latch Switch Inspection

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ,)
Disconnect the hood latch switch connector. (See HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
NOTE:
- Inspect the continuity when the hood is open and closed.
Fig 1: Continuity Reference Chart
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Fig 2: Checking Hood Latch Switch Continuity And Connector End Views
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- If the operation as indicated in the table cannot be verified, replace the hood latch.