Hood Lock Control: Removal

HINT:

A bolt without a torque specification is shown in the standard bolt table. (see SPECIFIED TORQUE FOR STANDARD BOLTS )

1. REMOVE FRONT FENDER LINER 
2. REMOVE LOWER FINISH PANEL 
   1. Remove the 3 screws and lower finish panel.
      Fig 1: Removing Lower Finish Panel

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   2. Disconnect the connectors and hood lock control cable.
3. REMOVE RADIATOR GRILLE 

   Remove the screw, 2 clips and radiator grille.

4. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE COVER 

   Remove the bolt and hood lock control cable cover.

5. REMOVE HOOD LOCK 
   1. Using a screwdriver, remove the hood lock bolt cap.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 2: Removing Hood Lock Bolt Cap

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   2. Remove the 3 bolts and hood lock.
   3. Using a screwdriver, open the cover, then disconnect the hood lock control cable.

   HINT:

   Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

   Fig 3: Disconnecting Hood Lock Control Cable

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6. REMOVE HOOD LOCK CONTROL CABLE 
   1. Using a screwdriver, disconnect the cable from the clamps.

      HINT:

      Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

      Fig 4: Disconnecting Cable From Clamps

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   2. Pull the cable from the engine room to remove it.
      Fig 5: Pulling Cable From Engine Room

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