For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Open the hood.
2. Mark the position of the hood latch on the radiator support to aid in alignment during installation.
3. Remove the radiator grille guide.
4. Remove the front bumper. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
5. Remove the bolts and the hood latch.
6. Disconnect the hood release cable.

### Installation Procedure

1. Connect the hood release cable to the latch.
2. Position the hood latch in the location marked during removal.
3. Install the front bumper. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement.
4. Install the radiator grille guide.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

5. Install the hood latch with the bolts and tighten to 12 N·m (106 lb in).
6. Close the hood.