For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Radiator Grille Replacement .
2. Remove the hood latch cover to hood latch retaining scrivet (1).
3. Remove the hood latch cover (2) from the hood latch.
4. Disconnect the hood latch wiring connector (1).
5. Remove the hood latch to front end module retaining bolts (1).
6. Detach the hood latch (2) from the front end module.
7. Disconnect the hood release cable (2) from the hood latch (1).
8. Remove the hood latch (1) from the front end module.

### Installation Procedure

1. Connect the hood release cable (2) to the hood cable latch (1).
2. Position the hood latch (2) to the front end module.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: Do not fully tighten at this stage.

3. Install the hood latch to front end module retaining bolts (1).

Do not fully tighten at this stage.

4. Adjust the hood latch. Refer to Hood Latch Adjustment .
5. Connect the hood latch wiring connector (1)
6. Install the hood latch cover (2) to the hood latch.
7. Install the hood latch cover to hood latch retaining scrivet (1).
8. Install the radiator grille. Refer to Radiator Grille Replacement .