Viper V10-8.3L VIN Z (2004)
Hood Latch: Service and Repair
HOOD LATCH AND SAFETY CATCH
REMOVAL
1. Using a grease pencil or equivalent, lightly mark the outline of the latch to assist installation.
Fig. 4
2. Remove the nuts attaching the latch to the frame assembly. (Fig. 4)
Fig. 5
3. Disconnect the hood latch cable from the release lever. (Fig. 5)
4. Remove latch from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the hood latch cable to the release lever.
2. Install the hood latch and align with marks made previously.
3. Install and tighten the nuts to 12 N.m (9 ft.lbs.)
4. Check the hood fit and adjust if required. Refer to Body and Frame / Specifications / Dimensions.