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Hood Latch: Removal

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    NOTE: Mark the hood latch position prior to removal of the bolts.
  1. Position the hood latch aside.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Position the hood latch aside.
      Fig 1: Positioning Hood Latch Aside
      G03277840Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  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
      G03277841Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.