How to Service and Repair the Hood Cable on Ford F-250 Super Duty?

Before working on the hood cable it is necessary to disconnect the battery ground cable. The service and repair of the hood latch requires hood latch and pin-type retainer removal. Make room by setting the air deflector to one side before taking out the guide for the hood cable along with all other guides. The service continues with powertrain control module (PCM) extraction after separating its attached nuts. Access the vehicle and lower the hood latch release/park brake bracket before detaching the hood cable from the handle by removing its cable conduit together with the cable itself. The hood cable together with the dash panel grommet must be pulled forward from inside the vehicle's front section. The breakdown process should be inverted to reinstall the component.

OEM Ford F-250 Super Duty Hood Cable

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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable, Front Part Number: 5C3Z-16916-AA
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Control; Hood Release Cable, Front; Hood Release Cable
- Manufacturer Note: Cable Asy
- Position: Front
- Replaces: F81Z-16916-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable, Front Part Number: BC3Z-16916-A
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Control; Hood Release Cable, Front; Hood Release Cable
- Manufacturer Note: Does Not Include Interior Release Handle, Refer To 2780 For Handle
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty | King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable, Front Part Number: BC3Z-16916-B
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Control; Hood Release Cable, Front; Extension; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty | King Ranch, Lariat, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable, Front Center Part Number: 7C3Z-16916-C
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Control; Hood Release Cable, Front Center; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front Center
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable Part Number: 8C3Z-16916-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Hood Control; Hood Release Cable
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable Part Number: PC3Z-16916-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Hood Control
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2023-2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable, Front Part Number: HC3Z-16916-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Hood Control; Hood Release Cable, Front; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2017-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Handle, Front Part Number: F81Z-16916-AB
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Hood Control; Hood Release Handle, Front; Hood Release Cable, Front; Release Cable; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable Part Number: 7C3Z-16916-B
$41.67 MSRP: $59.62
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Control; Hood Release Cable
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2008-2010 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Cabela's, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.4 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Cable, Front Part Number: F65Z-16916-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assembly - Control; Hood Release Cable, Front; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford F-250 Super Duty Release Handle, Black, Front Part Number: F65Z-16916-AAA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Handle; Hood Release Handle, Front; Hood Release Cable; Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1999 Ford F-250 Super Duty | Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL

Ford F-250 Super Duty Hood Cable

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The Hood Cable of Ford F-250 Super Duty models serves as a key element which demonstrates the reliability strengths present in all Ford F-250 Super Duty products. The Hood Cable serves as the connector between hood release lever and hood latch mechanism so users can access their engine space for inspection and maintenance purposes. This Hood Cable functions with all Ford F-250 Super Duty models including Regular Cab and Super Cab variants together with Crew Cab versions to provide efficient hood opening without complications. The Hood Cable experiences deterioration from regular use that produces cracks which weakens its operational capacity. Effective maintenance of the Hood Cable remains essential because it ensures proper hood functioning which guarantees both operational and safety benefits. The unique structure of the Ford F-250 Super Duty Hood Cable makes it exceptional for the automotive market since it offers heavy-duty compatibility through purpose-built design features. This Hood Cable features durable design elements combined with usability features to showcase Ford's dedication to both high quality and superior performance. A the automaker F-250 Super Duty Hood Cable ensures smooth hood operation to maintain vehicle functionality thus establishing itself as a critical piece for all F-250 Super Duty vehicle owners.

Ford F-250 Super Duty Hood Cable Parts and Q&A

Release Cable, Front
5C3Z-16916-AA
Q: How to Service and Repair the Hood Cable on Ford F-250 Super Duty?
A:
Before working on the hood cable it is necessary to disconnect the battery ground cable. The service and repair of the Hood Latch requires hood latch and pin-type retainer removal. Make room by setting the Air Deflector to one side before taking out the guide for the hood cable along with all other guides. The service continues with powertrain control module (PCM) extraction after separating its attached nuts. Access the vehicle and lower the hood latch release/park brake bracket before detaching the hood cable from the handle by removing its cable conduit together with the cable itself. The hood cable together with the dash panel grommet must be pulled forward from inside the vehicle's front section. The breakdown process should be inverted to reinstall the component.