Release Cable

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Fig 1: Identifying Hood Lock Cable Assembly

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Hood Latch
- Removing and Installing. Refer to CABLE COUPLING .
- To adjust hood, slide up or down.
Hood Cable
- Removing:
  -- Disconnect the release cable at the coupling. refer to CABLE COUPLING .
  
  -- Disengage the release cable from the bracket -7-.
  
  -- Pull the release cable through to the engine compartment.
- Installing: install in reverse order of removal
Cable Coupling
-- Slide the coupling clamp sideways onto the bracket -8- on the lock carrier.

-- Disconnect the release cable here before removing the lock carrier and release lever.
Hood Lock Rear Cable
- Release cable to the operating lever in the vehicle interior.
Grommet
- Make sure it fits correctly when installing.
Release Lever
- Disengage the release cable, refer to HOOD RELEASE LEVER, REMOVING .
Hood Lock Release Lever
- Operating lever cover, removing. Refer to RELEASE LEVER COVER, REMOVING .
Wire
- Pull the electrical wire and the lid lock cable through the lock carrier as shown.
Cable Tie