Tribute 2WD L4-2.5L (2009)
Hood Latch Release: Service and Repair
HOOD LATCH RELEASE HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove the hood latch. See See: Hood Latch/Service and Repair.
2. Disconnect the 3 hood latch release handle cable guides.
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Note the routing of the hood latch release cable.
3. Remove the hood latch release handle bolt.
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To install, tighten to 11 Nm {1.1 kgf-m, 97 in-lbf}.
4. Using a suitable tool, push up on the tab to snap it off and then slide the handle off the instrument panel.
NOTE:Breaking the tab does not require handle assembly replacement.