Hood Latch: Service and Repair

1. Remove the cover (A) from the hood latch (B).
2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch from the body.




3. Disconnect the hood opener cable (C) and hood latch switch connector (D), then detach the hood latch switch connector from the body. Take care not to bend the cable.




4. Install in the reverse order of removal, and note these items.

- Grease each location of the hood latch indicated by the arrows.
- Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and hood latch switch connector is connected properly.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment.
- Make sure the hood locks securely.