Hood Latch: Service and Repair

Hood Latch Replacement

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.

1. Remove the front bumper Service and Repair.

2. Detach the clips, then remove the hood latch cover (A).






3. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector (A), and release it from the connector clip (B).






4. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (C) from the body, and disconnect the hood opener cable (D) from the hood latch.

5. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
- Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the hood latch indicated by the arrows.
- Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and the hood latch switch connector is plugged in properly.
- Adjust the hood latch alignment.
- Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.
- Push the clips into place securely.