OEM 2006 Ford Expedition Hood Latch

2006 Ford Expedition Hood Latch Parts Q&A

• Q: How to service and repair the hood latch on all on 2006 Ford Expedition?

  A: You must start service or repair of the hood latch by taking out the 8 pin-type retainers and upper radiator sight shield. The service of Expedition hood latch requires removing two securing bolts before installing the new latch at 12 Nm torque (9 lb-ft). Extract the hood latch cable off the latch mechanism. When working on the Navigator by removing its screw and placing the secondary hood latch release handle to the side you will access the hood latch using the 2 bolts which you should tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft) torque specification. Cut both the primary and the secondary hood latch cables free from the locking mechanism. Users should carry out the reverse steps of removal while making sure the hood latch connects properly to both secondary and primary striker positions where necessary.