How to replace the Hood Latch primary and secondary on Cadillac Catera?

Begin the hood primary and secondary latch replacement process by elevating the hood while freeing the self-locking screw on the radiator cover. Proceed to remove the left radiator cover. Start by removing the hood release cable retainer screw and the hood release cable retainer bracket from the hood then continue with removing the hood release cable from the latch spring followed by carrying out the primary Hood Latch spring removal from the core-support. First attach the primary Hood Latch spring to the core-support and then connect the hood release cable to the latch spring before fastening it with the hood release cable retainer screw. Secure an appropriate amount of tension on the hood release cable then tighten the retainer screw before reinstalling the left radiator cover and self-locking screw and lowering the hood.

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Cadillac Catera Safety Catch Part Number: 9146274
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch, Hood Secondary; Hood Latch; Latch, Hood Upper Latch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001 Cadillac Catera | Base, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Cadillac Catera Safety Catch Part Number: 90494837
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Latch, Hood Upper Latch; Hood Latch; Lock
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera | Base, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS

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The Hood Latch is one of the many parts in Cadillac vehicles that show reliability and performance. This automobile component is specifically intended to lock the hood to reduce situations where it is opened during operation, thus safeguarding the engine, the radiator and battery. The Cadillac Catera is produced between 1996 and 2001, and the compatibility of the automotive part with other models requires the Hood Latch to contribute significantly to the car's safety and performance levels. This component not only increases the usability of the Cadillac Catera but is equally very important in protecting some of the important systems of the vehicle. Hood Latch model's construction exemplifies Cadillac's production standards and indicates the vehicle's quality to the consumers interested in both safety and performance. This is because they comprehend the importance of Hood Latch in the automobile market given the fact than it is easy to install and has a long life span. Being a luxury car that targeted European and Japanese rivals, the Cadillac Catera design and features that entail the good Hood Latch contributed to its performances of a comfortable yet powerful car. As for the Cadillac Catera, although it was not produced in large quantity, it is still a part of Cadillac's history, and the Hood Latch is a loud evidence that Cadillac never cease to improve the driving experience and promoting safety of each car. All in all, the Hood Latch is not just a flunk; the item characterized Cadillac as a company that strives for excellence when it comes to its automobiles.

Cadillac Catera Hood Latch Parts and Q&A

Safety Catch
90494837
Q: How to replace the Hood Latch primary and secondary on Cadillac Catera?
A:
Begin the hood primary and secondary latch replacement process by elevating the hood while freeing the self-locking screw on the radiator cover. Proceed to remove the left radiator cover. Start by removing the hood release cable retainer screw and the hood release cable retainer bracket from the hood then continue with removing the hood release cable from the latch spring followed by carrying out the primary Hood Latch spring removal from the core-support. First attach the primary Hood Latch spring to the core-support and then connect the hood release cable to the latch spring before fastening it with the hood release cable retainer screw. Secure an appropriate amount of tension on the hood release cable then tighten the retainer screw before reinstalling the left radiator cover and self-locking screw and lowering the hood.