Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Attach/Detach Mechanic's Wire

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Attach the mechanic's wire (1) to the hood primary latch release cable (2).
Guide the hood primary latch release cable into the vehicle with mechanic's wire (1).
Remove the mechanic's wire (1) from the hood primary latch release cable (2).
Install the hood primary latch release cable (2) to the hood primary latch release cable handle.

Fig 2: Hood Latch Release Cable Handle And Instrument Panel

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Install the hood primary latch release cable handle (1) to the lower instrument panel (2).

Fig 3: Attach/Detach Mechanic's Wire

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Guide the cable (2) into position and remove the mechanic's wire (1).

Fig 4: Hood Latch And Release Cable

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Install the hood primary latch release cable (1) to the hood secondary catch and primary latch (2).
Install the hood secondary catch and primary latch. Refer to Hood Latch Replacement .
Install the two left wheel house panel inner fasteners.
Lower the hood.