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Hood Release Handle Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the kick panel, left side (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREAS ).
  2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood release handle (A).
    Fig 1: Removing Hood Release Handle
    G03706228Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood release handle. Take care not to kink the cable.
  4. Install the hood release handle in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
    • Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly.
    • Make sure the hood opens properly.