Liberty 2WD L4-2.4L VIN 1 (2005)
Hood Sensor/Switch (For Alarm): Description and Operation
Hood Ajar Switch
The hood ajar switch is a normally closed, single pole, spring-loaded plunger actuated switch that is used only on vehicles equipped with the Vehicle
Theft Security System (VTSS) for sale in certain export markets where it is required equipment. The molded plastic switch body has an integral molded
connector receptacle on the lower end containing two terminal pins. The switch is connected to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out
of the headlamp and dash wire harness.
Hood Ajar Switch Striker
The switch plunger extends through a mounting collar and sleeve on the upper end of the switch body. The sleeve has a one-time, self-adjustment feature
that is activated after the switch is installed by closing the hood. Two integral latches lock the switch into a keyed mounting hole in the stamped steel
switch mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is secured with screws to the right inner fender shield near the fender ledge in the engine compartment.
A molded plastic striker with an integral retainer and mounting tab is secured to the underside of the hood panel inner reinforcement to actuate the switch
plunger as the hood panel is closed.
