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Hood Latch Replacement

NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.
  • Take care not to kink the cable.
  1. Detach the connector clip (A), then disconnect the security hood switch connector (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Security Hood Switch Connector And Clip
    G08094205Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (A) from the body.
    Fig 2: Hood Opener Cable And Hood Latch Assembly With Torque Specifications
    G08094206Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood latch.
  4. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Apply multipurpose grease to each location on the hood latch indicated by the arrows.
    • Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and the security hood switch connector is plugged in properly.
    • Adjust the hood latch alignment (see HOOD ADJUSTMENT ).
    • Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.
      Fig 3: Identifying Multipurpose Grease Applying Areas On Hood Latch
      G08094207Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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