OEM 2003 Chevrolet Malibu Hood Cable

2003 Chevrolet Malibu Hood Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the Release Hood Cable on 2003 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: Start your Hood Cable replacement by unfastening the grille then disconnecting the hood release cable from the Hood Latch through hood release cable retainer pressure. Start by uninstalling the Hood Cable from its radiator support panel retainer and continue by taking off the left sound insulator panel and left front carpet retainer. Start by accessing the Hood Latch cable grommet after folding down the carpet so you can remove the Hood Cable screw from the handle then detach the handle from the front hinge pillar. Using pliers to work the tabs together breaks the Hood Cable connection from the handle while keeping the end of the wire or string inside the passenger area. The installation process begins with creating a cord or wire connection to the end of the hood release cable since this will help with new cable placement. After securing this accessory in place remove the grommet from the engine room into the passenger area where you can clean the instrument panel hole of any leftover sealant. First disconnect the Hood Cable from the instrument panel before removing the wire or string from its hood release component. You should loop the installation wire through the new hood release cable and use this to guide the cable into the instrument panel opening. Insert the sealer-coated grommet into the instrument panel hole through the engine compartment entry point. Once in position remove the wire or string from the hood release cable. Route the Hood Cable through the radiator support panel retainer so it engages the Hood Latch before reaching the handle. Fasten the Hood Cable handle to the hinge pillar using a 2.5 n.m (22 lb in) torque setting on the Hood Cable handle screw. Refit the carpet in its original position while reinstalling the left sound insulator panel and the left front carpet retainer and the grille.