Ford 6W6Z-16700-A
Lock, Front

Service repair of the hood latch starts with radiator grille sight shield removal by detaching bolting system and releasing retaining clips. First remove the bolts from the sight shield before putting the hood latch aside for complete removal by releasing the cable conduit and hood latch cable. You must start by installing the hood latch cable followed by the cable conduit for installation. Position the hood latch on its spot then attach it with bolts but leave the hood latch bolts slightly loose for adjustment purposes. Achieve the proper placement of the hood latch against the hood latch striker before tightening all bolts until the striker locks firmly into place. Usage of Multi-Purpose Grease Spray F5AZ-19G209-AA according to Ford specification ESR-M1C159-A or its equivalent is required to lubricate the latch. Repeated installation is necessary when aligning the hood latch properly. The radiator grille sight shield should be reinstated by positioning it properly followed by securing the clips and installing the bolts.

Begin hood latch service and repair work by removing the radiator grille sight shield after removing its bolts and enabling the retaining clips. The removal process begins with the sight shield after removing its bolts then moving forward to remove the hood latch bolt configuration before setting them away. Through the removal process the hood latch cable conduit together with the hood latch cable must be released so the hood latch can be fully removed. The hood latch cable must be installed before the cable conduit during service and repair procedures. Install the hood latch by positioning it correctly while inserting the bolts which should initially be loose enough to enable adjustment. Place the hood latch against the hood latch striker before tightening all bolts. Use Multi-Purpose Grease Spray F5AZ-19G209-AA or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification ESR-M1C159-A for lubricating the latch. Check that the hood latch striker fully connects to the latch before starting. The boot latch alignment needs to be checked again through multiple installation processes. Position the sight shield over the radiator grille before locking its clips then installing the bolts.

Service and repairs on the hood latch require the removal of 6 pin-type retainers together with the upper radiator sight shield before starting the front bumper cover. The process of reinstalling the hood latch will be easier if you note down the hood latch position first. Moving forward with the hood latch service requires the removal of 2 hood latch bolts but installation must include tightening them to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft). Remove the hood latch by first cutting the hood release cable before disconnecting this unit. Completion of the hood installation requires reversing the removal steps then adjusting the hood latch before lubricating the hood latch mechanism.

The first step to service the hood latch requires removal of the upper radiator sight shield. Proceed step by step to detach each component in the sequence provided by the instructions. Indicate the hood latch position before removing its bolts. Before the operation continues disconnect both cable locators which release the hood latch release cable. Remove the degas bottle while waiting. A new hood latch installation should proceed in the opposite direction of removal while examining the latch adjustment to validate correct installation.

Start the hood latch service and repair process by taking off six pin-type retainers and the upper radiator sight shield and front bumper cover. You should note down the position of the hood latch before moving on to help reinstall it properly. The service and repair of the hood latch begins with removing the two bolts before securing them to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft) during assembly. First detach the hood latch release cable before taking away the hood latch. Finish the installation by performing the reverse steps of removal followed by hood latch engagement adjustment then apply lubrication to the hood latch.

Start by positioning the hood latch aside and removing its bolts followed by appropriate marking of the hood latch position. Separate the hood latch by disconnecting the hood latch cable conduit end fitting from the hood latch housing as well as the hood latch cable end fitting from the hood latch release lever. The hood latch should be installed by performing the steps in reverse order along with necessary adjustments to the hood latch position.

Take out the hood latch by unscrewing the bolts and disconnecting the hood latch cable from the latch itself.

Detach the hood latch by removing the hood latch cable conduit end fitting from the hood latch housing and the hood latch cable end fitting from the hood latch release lever.

It assists with reinstallation.

Remove the two hood latch bolts and ensure to tighten them to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft) upon installation.

Check the latch adjustment to confirm it has been installed correctly.

Begin by removing the hood latch bolts, ensuring to mark the hood latch before doing so.

Mark the position of the hood latch.

Remove the 2 hood latch bolts and ensure to tighten them to 12 Nm (106 lb-in) during installation.

Begin by removing the upper radiator sight shield.

Set the hood latch aside.