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Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Mountaineer and 2005 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the 3 pin-type retainers and the radiator upper sight shield.
  2. Remove the 2 hood latch bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
  3. Disconnect the hood release cable from the hood latch and remove the latch.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Check the latch adjustment to make sure the latch was installed and aligned correctly.
    • Lubricate the hood latch after installation.
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