How to service and repair the hood latch on Lincoln MKS?

Start by removing the four radiator grille pin-type retainers followed by the two radiator grille bolts which need to be fastened at 6 Nm (53 lb-in) during installation. You can reach the hood latch by pulling up the radiator grille after which you should detach its secondary hood latch cable from the latch. Start by marking the hood latch location. Take off its two securing bolts then set the hood latch to the side for accessing the hood latch release cable. Disconnect the hood latch release cable then take out the hood latch while securing the bolts to 12 Nm (106 lb-in) before reinstalling everything. Testing the hood latch alignment becomes necessary following its installation.

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Lincoln MKS Lock, Front Part Number: 4L3Z-16700-AB
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch, Front; Latch; Hood Latch
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 4L3Z-16700-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS | Base, EcoBoost | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS
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Lincoln MKS Lock Part Number: 8A5Z-16700-A
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- Other Name: Latch Assembly - Hood; Hood Latch; Latch
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2012 Lincoln MKS | Base, EcoBoost | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS

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The Hood Latch plays an important role regarding durability and efficiency of the full-sized luxury sedan, Lincoln MKS; manufactured from 2008 to 2016. This type of hood latch proves to be critically important when it comes to making sure that hoods will not open during the transport improving efficiency and safety at the same time. Located underneath the front section of the Linco hood, Lincoln MKS Hood Latch serves as a guard against accidental hood opening by pedestrians and unauthorized individuals and objects thus shielding critical parts of the car's engine compartment including the engine, radiator and the battery. It applies to most models of Lincoln MKS for each; so that all can be protected by the same safe and integral design. The Lincoln MKS Hood Latch is much more than a convenience feature - it's a statement about what the brand represents: refinement and modern design. This Lincoln MKS Hood Latch has some unique features that distinguish it among the others on the market, that is, the solidity of the part, precise engineering - all of this puts the drivers in confidence. Also due to its suitability in all MKS models, this hood latch improves the driving experience since the car operates as intended. Conclusively, the Lincoln MKS Hood Latch is an important part of the Lincoln MKS to further boost the reliability and luxury attribute of the car as well as boosting the security of people within the car.

Lincoln MKS Hood Latch Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to service and repair the hood latch on Lincoln MKS?
A:
Start by removing the four radiator grille pin-type retainers followed by the two radiator grille bolts which need to be fastened at 6 Nm (53 lb-in) during installation. You can reach the hood latch by pulling up the radiator grille after which you should detach its secondary hood latch cable from the latch. Start by marking the hood latch location. Take off its two securing bolts then set the hood latch to the side for accessing the hood latch release cable. Disconnect the hood latch release cable then take out the hood latch while securing the bolts to 12 Nm (106 lb-in) before reinstalling everything. Testing the hood latch alignment becomes necessary following its installation.