OEM 2000 Chevrolet Prizm Hood Cable

2000 Chevrolet Prizm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Hood Cable for the Primary Latch Release on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm?

  A: The Hood Cable replacement process begins by raising the hood before removing the hood secondary catch and primary latch. A taped flat bladed screwdriver should be used to gently free the Hood Cable handle from the knee bolster trim before detaching the Hood Cable from the handle. After raising and supporting the vehicle you should remove the 6 bolts and 8 plastic retainers and the left front wheelhouse panel liner. Connect mechanic's wire pieces to the ends of the Hood Cable. First detach the Hood Cable from its grommet and remove it through the vehicle's internal space. Afterward unclip the input air temperature sensor wiring harness from the Hood Latch support bracket then disconnect the Hood Cable. Affix the mechanic's wire to the new cable so it can help with installation. Using mechanic's wire, attach it to your new Hood Cable then guide it through the vehicle's interior. Guide the new Hood Cable through the cable path to its correct mounting position at the Hood Cable handle. After positioning the cable you need to put back the handle onto the knee bolster trim before you remove the mechanic's wire a second time. After connecting the Hood Cable to the hood secondary catch and primary latch you can reinstall both components. The input air temperature sensor wiring harness requires reconnection at the Hood Latch support bracket. Raising the vehicle to an elevated position enables you to properly install the left front wheelhouse panel with its 6 bolts secured by 8 plastic retainer systems before tightening the bolts to 10 n.m (89 lb in). Lower both the vehicle then the hood.