Hood Latch Panel (G2308355): Removal
NOTE:
- This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
- This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.
The following step(s) applies to:
All vehicles
- Remove the radiator grille.
Refer to: RADIATOR GRILLE .
The following step(s) applies to:
Plug in hybrid electric vehicles only
- Remove the bolt.
- Reposition the Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) battery cooling system expansion tank.
The following step(s) applies to:
All vehicles
Release the cooling module wiring harness clip.
Remove the air filter housing bolt.
- Remove the 3 active grille air shutter screws.
- Remove the 2 clips.
- Release the hood release cable from the connecting box.
- Remove the 12 bolts.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Release the hood release cable from the clip.
- Remove the hood latch panel.
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NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.
- Release the 2 clips.
- Release the hood release cable.
- Release the hood release cable.
- Release the 4 clips.
- Remove the hood latches.