Removal Procedure
- Remove the screws and the hood release handle from the instrument panel.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the bolts and the hood latch release.
- Remove the cable from the hood latch release assembly.
- Remove the cable from the engine compartment.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the radiator grille with the screws.
- Install the cable into the hood latch release handle.
- Install the hood release handle on the instrument panel with the screws.
Tighten
Tighten the hood release handle screws to 4 N·m (35 lb in).
- Install the cable to the hood latch release assembly.
- Install the hood latch release assembly with the bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the hood latch bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).