Hood Latch: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Connecting Hood Latch Release Cable & Conduit

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Connect the hood latch release cable and conduit.
1. Connect the cable.
2. Engage the cable conduit.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Bolts
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Position the hood latch with alignment marks and install the bolts.

Fig 3: Installing Hood Latch Nut
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Install the hood latch nut.
Verify the hood alignment.

Fig 4: Adjusting Hood Latch
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Adjust the hood latch.
1. Loosen the bolts.
2. Loosen the nut.
3. Align the hood latch with the hood latch striker.
  
  Fig 5: Tightening Hood Latch Bolts And Nut
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Tighten the hood latch bolts and nut.
CAUTION:
- Make sure the hood latch is fully engaged.
Verify the hood latch striker is fully engaging the hood latch.
1. Repeat previous steps as necessary.