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Hood Latch Release Cable: Service and Repair

Hood Opener Cable Replacement

NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body and related parts.
- Take care not to kink the cable.

1. Remove these items:
- Inner fender
- Kick panel
- Front bumper
- Air guide plate cover




2. Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood latch (B) and hood release handle (C).
3. Using a clip remover, detach the clips (D, E) and remove the grommet (F) from the body, then remove the hood opener cable. Take care not to kink the cable.
4. Install the cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with new ones.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- Route the cable through the hole (G) in the body.