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Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Replacement

Fig 1: View Of Hood Latch Release Cable & Nut
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Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Replacement (Non HID) or Headlamp Replacement (Cadillac Escalade) or Headlamp Replacement (Yukon) or Headlamp Replacement (Tahoe, Avalanche) or Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet Tahoe Two-mode Hybrid) or Headlamp Replacement (GMC Yukon Two-mode Hybrid) .
  2. Remove the grille support. Refer to Radiator Grille Reinforcement Support Replacement .
  3. Remove the hood release handle. Refer to Hood Primary Latch Release Cable Handle Replacement .
1 Hood Latch Release Cable Nut
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  9 N.m (80 lb in)

2 Hood Latch Release Cable
Tip: 
  • Release the cable from the latch assembly and pull through the dash panel.
  • Attach mechanics wire to existing cable to ease installation of the new cable.