Kia Forte: Hood / Hood Latch Release Handle
Components and components location

1. Hood latch release handle
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Repair procedures
1. |
Remove the hood release handle (A).

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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the hood latch cable is connected properly.
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Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Using a clip remover, remove the clips and then the hood insulator pad
(A).
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Components and components location
Component Location
1. Hood latch assembly
Repair procedures
Replacement
[Hood lower latch assembly]
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Open the glass fully.
2.
Remove the mounting pins (B), from the frame, and then remove the deflector
(A).
3.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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When removing with a flat - tip screwd ...