OEM 2009 Chevrolet Equinox Hood Cable

2009 Chevrolet Equinox Hood Cable Parts and Q&A

• Q: How to replace the Hood Cable for the Primary Latch Release on 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?

  A: First, open the hood and pull out the Hood Latch to change the Hood Cable. Then, remove the Hood Cable from the structure, mark its routing in the engine compartment for reinstallation. Inside the vehicle remove the left front carpet retainer & reposition carpet to expose the release handle. Pull the release handle up, pry back the front hood handle slip to unlock it from the hinge pillar and pull out the Hood Cable grommet from the front of the dash, as well as the cable from the core support. For installation, insert the Hood Cable and grommet through the front of the dash, insert the hood release handle to the hinge pillar and set it in, replace the carpet and install the front carpet retainer. Route the Hood Cable through the body structure and install the Hood Latch. Lastly, check the proper operation of the Hood Cable and close the hood.