NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the body or related parts.
Remove the front grille cover.
Remove the clips, and release the hooks (A) from the body, then remove the hood latch cover (B).
For some models: Remove the clip (A), then disconnect and detach the hood latch switch connector (B).
Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (A) from the body.
Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood latch. Take care not to kink the cable.
Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the hood latch indicated by the arrows.
Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and hood latch switch connector is plugged in properly (for some models).
Adjust the hood latch alignment.
Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
► The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push ...
Safety Labels
Label Locations
These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards
that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off o ...
Transmission Side - Release Bearing Installation
Apply high temp urea grease (P/N 08798-9002) to the release fork (A), the
release fork bolt (B), the release bearing (C), and the release bearing
guide (D) in the shaded areas, then set th ...