Hood Lock: Inspection
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NOTE:
If the hood lock cable is bent or deformed, replace it.
- Check that secondary latch is properly engaged with secondary striker with hoods own weight.
- While operating hood lock release handle, carefully check that the front end of hood assembly is raised by approximately 20.0 mm (0.79 in). Also check that hood lock release handle returns to the original position.
- Check that hood lock release handle operates at 49 N (5.0 kg-m, 11.0 ft-lb) or below.
- Install so that static closing force of hood is 315-490 N (32.1-50.0 kg-m, 70.8-110.2 ft-lb).NOTE:
- Do not exert vertical force on right side and left side of hood lock.
- Do not press simultaneously on both sides.
- Check the hood lock lubrication condition. If necessary, apply a suitable multi-purpose grease to hood lock assembly.