Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the 2 hood latch bolts and position the hood latch aside.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Disconnect the hood latch release cable and remove the hood latch.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Lubricate the hood latch after installation.
NOTE:
Mark the hood latch position prior to removal of the hood latch bolts.
NOTE:
When the hood latch is installed, the latch adjustment must be checked to make sure the latch is installed and aligned correctly.