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Hood Latch Replacement

  1. Remove the front bumper cover.

    (Refer to the "FRONT BUMPER ")

  2. Detach the clips, then remove hood latch cover (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Hood Latch Cover
    G07359432Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the hood latch (A) mounting bolts.

    Tightening torque: 

    7.8~11.8 N.m (0.8~1.2 kgf.m, 5.8~8.7 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Identifying Hood Latch
    G07359433Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. Disconnect the hood latch cable (A) and remove the latch (B).
    Fig 3: Identifying Hood Latch Cable And Latch
    G07359434Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  5. Installation is the reverse of removal.
    NOTE:
    • Make sure the hood latch cable is connected properly.
    • Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.