For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Raise the hood.
2. Pull the hood release lever bracket rearward to remove.
3. Remove the hood release lever bracket from the A-Pillar mount.
4. Release the self-locking screw on the left (driver's side) radiator cover.
5. Remove the left radiator cover.
6. Remove the cable retainer screw.
7. Remove the cable retainer bracket.
8. Remove the grille, if not previously removed. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
9. Remove the air inlet duct screws.
10. Reposition the duct.
11. Compress the spring and the hood release cable.
12. Remove the hood release cable from the spring.
13. Attach mechanics wire to the end of the cable to assist routing the cable back through the cowl and the strut tower.
14. Pull the release cable through the cowl.

### Installation Procedure

1. Route the release cable back through the cowl.
2. Perform the following steps to install the hood release cable to the spring:

2.1. | Compress the spring.

2.2. | Install the hood release cable to the spring.

3. Install the cable retainer bracket.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Install the cable retainer screw.

Tighten
Tighten the cable retainer bracket screw until fully seated. DO NOT strip the cable retainer bracket screw.

5. Position the air inlet duct.
6. Install the air inlet duct screws.

Tighten
Tighten the air inlet duct screws until fully seated. DO NOT strip the air inlet duct screws.

7. Install the grille. Refer to Grille Replacement in Exterior Trim.
8. Install the left radiator cover.
9. Install the self-locking screw until fully seated.
10. Perform the following steps to install the hood release lever bracket to the A-Pillar mount:

10.1. | Push the hood release lever bracket forward.

10.2. | Snap the hood release lever bracket in place.

11. Lower the hood.