Installation Procedure

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Insert and pull the cable toward the front of the vehicle through the hole in the cowl.

Fig 1: Cowl Hole & Cable

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Ensure that the grommet is seated.
Attach the cable end to the latch assembly.

Fig 2: Hood Release Cable & Latch

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Attach the cable to the retainer clips.

Fig 3: Hood Latch Cable Retainer Clips

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Attach the cable end to the cable handle.
Install the radiator air baffle and deflector. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Upper in Engine Cooling.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Fig 4: Hood Latch Assembly & Cable Under Instrument Panel

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Attach the cable handle underneath the I/P.
Tighten: Tighten the cable handle nut to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
Install the park brake pedal assembly. Refer to Park Brake Pedal Assembly Replacement in Park Brake.
Install the electrical center by setting it into the retaining grooves (2), and securing the retaining clips (1) on both sides.

Fig 5: Electrical Center Retaining Clips & Retaining Grooves

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Install the electrical center cover by securing the retaining clips (1) on both sides.
Install the center retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the center retaining nut to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

Fig 6: Electrical Center Cover Center Retaining Nut & Retaining Clip
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Install the left hinge pillar trim panel. Refer toTrim Panel Replacement - Hinge Pillar in Interior Trim.
Close the hood.