OEM 2004 Ford Escape Hood Latch

2004 Ford Escape Hood Latch Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to service and repair the hood latch on 2004 Ford Escape?

  A: Start hood latch servicing and repair by unscrewing the nut then mark the latch position before removing its bolts. The cable conduit should be released while disconnecting the cable before extracting the hood latch. During installation you must first connect the hood latch release cable to its proper position and engage the conduit at the same time. The hood latch requires installation at its placement marks before inserting the bolts followed by the hood latch nut. You need to verify hood alignment during which you will adjust the hood latch by first loosening bolts and nut which allows you to correctly align the hood latch with the hood latch striker. To achieve proper engagement of the hood latch striker with the hood latch, adjust its position and then tighten both bolts and the nut. Execute this procedure once more if needed.