Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 43

2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch cover (A) from the hood latch (B).

Fig. 44: Removing The Hood Latch Cover From The Hood Latch

3. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector (A).

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Fig. 45: Disconnecting The Hood Latch Switch Connector

4. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood latch (A) from the body.

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Fig. 46: Removing The Hood Latch

5. Disconnect the hood opener cable (B) from the hood latch. Take care not to bend the cable.

6. Install the latch in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:

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Apply multipurpose grease to each location of the hood latch indicated by the arrows.

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Make sure the hood opener cable is connected properly and hood latch switch connector is plugged
in properly.

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Adjust the hood latch alignment (see step 3 of ADJUSTMENT ).

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Make sure the hood opens properly and locks securely.

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Fig. 47: Applying Multipurpose Grease

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the kick panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - DOOR AREA ).

2. Remove the bolts, then remove the hood release handle (A).

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