Removal

REMOVAL




1. Remove the grille.

2. Remove hood latch (4).

3. Remove the left headlamp unit.

4. Remove the plastic rivets and remove the left front wheelhouse splash shield. Refer to Front Fender Liner.

5. Detach the release cable and the retainer clips (2) in the engine compartment.




6. Separate the release cable grommet from the dash panel hole.

7. Detach the release cable and the retainer clips (4).

8. From the inside of the vehicle, remove the screws (5) attaching the hood release handle (2) to the bottom of the instrument panel (1).

9. Pull/route the hood release cable through the dash panel hole and remove it from the inside of the vehicle.