How to Ensure Proper Functionality of the Hood Latch on a Ford Mustang?

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.

How to service the hood latch on Ford Ranger?

Service on the hood latch starts with making a mark on its current position and taking out the bolts and placing the hood latch aside. The bolt removal procedure requires the user to first remove the bolts to access the hood latch for second-stage removal. Cut the end fitting of both hood latch housing and release lever from the hood latch cable conduit. The hood latch installation requires the opposite steps of removal together with necessary hood latch adjustment.

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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: CK4Z-16700-B
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: Ajar Switch Only Serviced With Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- E-Transit | 2022-2025 | Base | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
- Transit-150 | 2015-2025 | Base, PTV, XL, XLT | 5 Cyl 3.2 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG
- Transit-250 | 2015-2025 | Base, PTV | 5 Cyl 3.2 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG
- Transit-350 | 2015-2025 | Base, PTV, XL, XLT | 5 Cyl 3.2 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG
- Transit-350 HD | 2015-2025 | Base, PTV, XL, XLT | 5 Cyl 3.2 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L CNG, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L LPG
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: BM5Z-16700-C
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
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- Focus | 2013-2018 | RS, S, SE, SEL, ST, Titanium | 3 Cyl 1.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: FL3Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-150 | 2015-2020 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, Police Responder, Raptor, SSV, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: 5L3Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Hood Latch; Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 1997-2001 | Eddie Bauer, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 | 1997-2004 | Base, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lightning, STX, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 Heritage | 2004 | SVT Lightning, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 | 1997-1999 | Base, Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 HD | 1997 | XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.5 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999 | 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 Lock, Front Part Number: 7L1Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 2007-2017 | EL Eddie Bauer, EL King Ranch, EL Limited, EL Platinum, EL SSV, EL XL, EL XLT, Eddie Bauer, Funkmaster Flex Edition, King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, SSV, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: 6E5Z-16700-AA
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Edge | 2007-2014 | Limited, SE, SEL, SEL Plus, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
- Flex | 2010-2019 | Limited, SE, SEL, Titanium | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Focus | 2008-2011 | S, SE, SEL, SES | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Fusion | 2006-2009 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: BB5Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2011-2019 | Base, Limited, Platinum, Sport, XLT | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- Police Interceptor Utility | 2013-2019 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: CA6Z-16700-B
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: BE8Z-16700-B
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fiesta | 2011-2013 | High Version Level 2, Low Version - Car, Mid Version - Car, S, SE, SEL, SES, Titanium | 1.6L L4, 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: CA6Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: BE8Z-16700-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fiesta | 2011-2013 | High Version Level 2, Low Version - Car, Mid Version - Car, S, SE, SEL, SES, Titanium | 1.6L L4, 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: D2BZ-16700-B
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: Ajar Switch Internal To Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fiesta | 2014-2019 | S, SE, ST, ST Line, Titanium | 3 Cyl 1.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Driver Side Part Number: DS7Z-16701-B
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front Left; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: Includes Switch
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: DS7Z-16701-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fusion | 2013-2020 | Energi Platinum, Energi SE, Energi Titanium, Hev Taxi Version, Hybrid, Performance, Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, Plug-In Hybrid, Police, S, S Hybrid, SE, SE Hybrid, SEL, SEL Hybrid, Series 10, Series 15, Series 20, Series 25, Series 40, Series 5, Series 50, Series 55, Sport, Titanium, Titanium Hybrid | 1.5L L4, 1.6L L4, 2.0L L4, 2.5L L4, 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS
- Police Responder Hybrid | 2019-2020 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
- SSV Plug-In Hybrid | 2019-2020 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: FR3Z-16700-B
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: Ajar Switch Internal To Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: FR3Z-16700-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Mustang | 2015-2020 | 50th Anniversary Edition, Base, EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT, GT 50 Years Limited Edition, GT Premium, Shelby GT350, Shelby GT350R, Shelby Version, Sub C, V6 | 2.3L L4, 3.7L V6, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 5.0L V8, 5.2L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: 8T1Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Transit Connect | 2010-2013 | XL, XLT, XLT Premium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: FT4Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Edge | 2015-2021 | SE, SEL, ST, ST-Line, Sport, Titanium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: KT4Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Hood Latch; Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Edge | 2019-2024 | SE, SEL, ST, ST-Line, Titanium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: EP5Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: Ajar Switch Internal To Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: DP5Z-16700-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fusion | 2013-2016 | S, SE, Titanium | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: 4C3Z-16700-AA
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: AFTER 11-1-04
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 3C3Z-16700-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Excursion | 2000-2005 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, XLS, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 5.4L V8, 6.0L V8, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-250 | 1999 | Base, Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999-2007 | FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 5.4L V8, 6.0L V8, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-350 Super Duty | 1999-2007 | FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 5.4L V8, 6.0L V8, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
- F-450 Super Duty | 2003-2005 | FX4, Lariat, XL, XLT | 5.4L V8, 6.0L V8, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8
- F-550 Super Duty | 2003-2005 | FX4, Lariat, XL, XLT | 5.4L V8, 6.0L V8, 6.8L V10, 7.3L V8
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: GN1Z-16700-D
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Hood Latch; Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: GN1Z-16700-C, GN1Z-16700-B
Fits the following Ford Models:
- EcoSport | 2018-2022 | S, SE, SES, Titanium, Titanium Plus, Trend EU | 1.0L L3, 2.0L L4, 3 Cyl 1.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: F87Z-16700-AA
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 1998-2001 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, Postal, Sport, XL, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Explorer Sport | 2001-2003 | Base, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Explorer Sport Trac | 2001-2005 | Adrenalin, Base, XL, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Ford Lock, Front Part Number: 6W6Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Deck Lid Latch, Rear; Hood Latch, Front; Trunk Latch; Door Lock; Latch; Hood Latch
- Manufacturer Note: Hood Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 4R3Z-16700-AA, F87Z-16700-BA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2001 | Eddie Bauer, Limited, Postal, XL Fleet, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Explorer Sport | 2001-2003 | Base, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Explorer Sport Trac | 2001-2005 | Adrenalin, Base, XL, XLS, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Mustang | 2005-2009 | Base, Bullitt, GT, Shelby GT, Shelby GT500, Shelby GT500KR, Shelby Version | 4.0L V6, 4.6L V8, 5.8L V8, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- Ranger | 1998-2005 | Edge, FX4, Splash, STX, Tremor, XL, XLT | 2.3L L4, 2.5L L4, 3.0L V6, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 4.0L V6, 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
- Thunderbird | 2002-2005 | 50th Anniversary Edition, Base, James Bond Edition, Neiman Marcus, Pacific Coast Roadster | 8 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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Ford Hood Latch

If you own Ford and want to keep it in top shape, choosing OEM Hood Latch is a smart move. They are precisely engineered and follow strict factory standards. They are made in advanced facilities that use cutting edge technology. Each part goes through thorough testing to confirm strength and safety, so you can trust it. FordPartsDeal.com gives you genuine Ford Hood Latch at some of the affordable online prices without cutting quality. Every OEM Ford part includes the manufacturer's warranty, easy returns, and super-fast delivery. So why wait? Shop now and get your vehicle back to peak condition.

The hood is locked very tightly using the Ford Hood Latch that prevents the shake and pop in an uneven road or highway. Ford was founded in 1903, when Henry Ford began to construct cars, and the moving assembly line ten years later cut production time, an effort to trim waste that continues to this day as seen in EcoBoost engines that squeeze more miles per gallon of fuel without adding torque, SYNC voice control that lets a driver pick a song or a route without reaching out to a hand, digital eyes (Co-Pilot360) that break when the traffic is stopped, and silent battery trucks such as the F-150 Lightning that haul without smoke, proving the varying vibration caused by each road. The Hood Latch is fitted with a deadbolt catch and tempered spring steel to fasten the panel together thereby removing wind lift, diverting debris, and protecting engine parts. Rust-proof coating thwarts rain, and a self-aligning striker makes the Ford Hood Latch close in a single push, giving drivers the crisp click, which is the indication that the front bay is closed. The drop-in geometry adjusts to stock mounts and thus the Ford Hood Latch can be installed quickly on the new ride or old ride that has traveled over 100,000 miles and is performing well.

Ford Hood Latch Parts and Q&A

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6W6Z-16700-A
Q: How to Ensure Proper Functionality of the Hood Latch on a Ford Mustang?
A:
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.
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6L5Z-16700-A
Q: How to service the hood latch on Ford Ranger?
A:
Service on the hood latch starts with making a mark on its current position and taking out the bolts and placing the hood latch aside. The bolt removal procedure requires the user to first remove the bolts to access the hood latch for second-stage removal. Cut the end fitting of both hood latch housing and release lever from the hood latch cable conduit. The hood latch installation requires the opposite steps of removal together with necessary hood latch adjustment.