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Hood Lock Control: Removal

  1. REMOVE HOOD LOCK RELEASE LEVER 
    1. Remove the 2 screws and disconnect the hood lock release lever.
    2. Fig 1: Removing Hood Lock Release Lever
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    3. Disconnect the hood lock control cable.
  2. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE COVER 
    1. Using a screwdriver, remove the cap.
      NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
    2. Remove the nut and hood lock control cable cover.
  3. REMOVE HOOD LOCK 
    1. Using a screwdriver, remove the cap.
      NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
    2. Remove the 2 bolts, nut and hood lock.
      Fig 2: Removing Hood Lock Control Cable Cover
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    3. Disconnect the hood lock control cable.
  4. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE 
    1. Using a screwdriver, disconnect the cable clamps as shown in Fig 4.
      NOTE: Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
      Fig 3: Removing Hood Lock Control Cable
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      Fig 4: Identifying Hood Lock Control Cable
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    2. Pull the cable from the engine room to remove it.
      Fig 5: Removing Cable From Engine Room
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