ZDX V6-3.7L (2010)
Hood Latch Release: Service and Repair
Hood Opener Cable Replacement
Hood Opener Cable Replacement
NOTE:
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.
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Take care not to kink the hood opener cable.
1. Remove these items:
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Front fender trim
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Front inner fender, driver's side as needed See: Fender/Front Fender/Front Fender Liner/Service and Repair/Front Inner Fender Replacement
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Kick panel, driver's side See: Interior Moulding / Trim/Scuff Plate/Service and Repair
2. Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood latch (B) See: Hood Latch/Service and Repair.
3. Disconnect the hood opener cable from the hood release handle See: Hood Release Handle Replacement. Detach the clips with a clip remover,
and remove the grommet (C) from the body, then remove the hood opener cable from the vehicle.
4. Install the cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.
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The clip (A) may not run over the tape (B).
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Push the clips into place securely.
