Navigator 4WD V8-5.4L VIN 5 (2006)
Hood Latch: Service and Repair
Hood Latch
HOOD LATCH
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Remove the 8 pin-type retainers and the upper radiator sight shield.
Expedition
2. Remove the 2 bolts and the hood latch.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
3. Release the hood latch cable from the hood latch.
Navigator
4. Remove the screw and position the secondary hood latch release handle aside.
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To install, tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
5. Remove the 2 bolts and the hood latch.
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To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
6. Release the primary and secondary hood latch cables from the hood latch.
All vehicles
7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Verify the hood latch engages the striker in the latched position (secondary).
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Verify the hood latch engages the striker in the fully latched position (primary).
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Adjust the hood latch as necessary.