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Hood Latch Replacement

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  1. Remove the front bumper cover.

    (Refer to the "FRONT BUMPER ")

  2. After loosening the mounting bolt and clips, then remove hood latch cover (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Hood Latch Cover
    G10589463Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  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: Removing Hood Latch Mounting Bolts
    G10589464Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  4. Disconnect the hood latch cable (A) and remove the latch (B).
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Hood Latch Cable & Removing Latch
    G10589465Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
  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.