Removal Procedure
- Open the hood.
- Mark the position of the hood latch on the radiator support to aid in alignment during installation.
- Remove the radiator grille guide.
- Remove the front bumper. Refer to
Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
- Remove the bolts and the hood latch.
- Disconnect the hood release cable.
Installation Procedure
- Connect the hood release cable to the latch.
- Position the hood latch in the location marked during removal.
- Install the front bumper. Refer to
Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
- Install the radiator grille guide.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
- Install the hood latch with the bolts and tighten to
12 N·m (106 lb in).
- Close the hood.