Kia Carens: Hood / Hood Latch Repair procedures

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Hood / Hood Latch Repair procedures

Replacement

[Hood upper latch assembly]

After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the hood upper latch assembly (A).

Tightening torque :

7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.

•	Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Adjust the latch alignment.

[Hood lower latch assembly]

1.	Disconnect the hood lower latch connector (A).

Remove the hood lower latch assembly (B) mounting bolts.

Tightening torque :

7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

3.	Disconnect the hood latch release handle cable (A).

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.

•	Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Adjust the latch alignment.

Hood Latch Components and components location

Component Location 1. Hood upper latch assembly 2. Hood lower latch assembly ...

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