Hood Latch: Service and Repair

LATCH

REMOVAL




1. Remove the push pin fasteners and remove the upper radiator shroud.
2. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, mark latch position for installation alignment.
3. Remove bolts (3) attaching hood latch (4) to upper radiator crossmember (1).




4. Separate hood latch (1) from crossmember and disconnect the release cable (2).

INSTALLATION




1. Connect release cable (2) to the hood latch (1).




2. Install the latch (4) lining up the marks made previously and install the bolts (3).
3. Tighten the bolts to 11 N.m (8 ft.lbs.).
4. Close hood and adjust latch as necessary.