Hood Lock Control Cable Assembly (For Sedan) Installation

Pass the hood lock control cable assembly into the engine compartment.

Pass the cable through the upper radiator support.

Connect the clamps as shown in the illustration.

Install the hood lock control lever sub-assembly and connect the hood lock control cable.

Apply MP grease to the sliding areas of the lock.

Connect the hood lock control cable.

Install the hood lock assembly with the 3 bolts.

Torque:

7.5 N*m{76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf}

Connect the connector and clamp.

Check that the clearance measurements are within the standard ranges.

Standard:

Area	Measurement	Area	Measurement
A	2.35 to 6.35 mm (0.092 to 0.250 in.)	C	2.0 to 5.0 mm (0.079 to 0.197 in.)
B	-2 to 2 mm (-0.079 to 0.079 in.)	-	-

Loosen the hood side hinge bolts.

Move the hood to adjust the clearance to within the standard range.

Tighten the hood side hinge bolts after the adjustment.

Torque:

13 N*m{133 kgf*cm, 10 ft.*lbf}

Adjust the height of the hood front end by turning the cushion rubber.

HINT:

The cushion rubber can be raised and lowered by turning it.

Adjust the hood lock.

1. Loosen the 3 bolts.
   

2. Adjust the hood lock position so that the striker can enter it smoothly.
   

3. Tighten the 3 bolts after the adjustment.
   

   Torque:

   7.5 N*m{76 kgf*cm, 66 in.*lbf}

Install the front fender liner LH with the 7 clips.

Install the 4 new grommets.

Install the 7 screws.