Hood Latch: Service and Repair

Hood Latch

NOTE: Radiator grille shown removed for clarity.









Removal and Installation

1. Remove the 4 radiator grille pin-type retainers and the 2 radiator grille bolts.

2. Pull up on the radiator grille to gain access to the hood latch.

3. Disconnect the secondary hood latch release cable from the latch.

4. NOTE: Mark the position of the hood latch prior to removing the hood latch bolts.

Remove the 2 bolts and position the hood latch aside to gain access to the hood latch release cable.

- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).

5. Disconnect the hood latch release cable and remove the hood latch.

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- When the hood latch is installed, the latch adjustment must be checked to make sure the latch is aligned correctly.