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Hood Latch: Removal

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    NOTE: Mark the hood latch position prior to removal of the bolts.
    Fig 1: Positioning Hood Latch Aside
    G03437636Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Position the hood latch aside.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Position the hood latch aside.
  2. Remove the hood latch.
    1. Remove the hood latch cable conduit end fitting from the hood latch housing.
    2. Remove the hood latch cable end fitting from the hood latch release lever.
    3. Remove the hood latch.
    Fig 2: Removing Hood Latch
    G03437637Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.