Kia Forte: Hood Latch Replacement

Second generation YD (2014-2018) / Kia Forte TD 2014-2018 Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Hood / Hood Latch Replacement

1.	Disconnect the hood latch connector (A).

2.

Remove the hood latch assembly (A) mounting bolts.

Tightening torque :

7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)

3.	Disconnect the hood latch release handle cable (B) and remove the hood latch assembly (A).

4.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

•	Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.

•	Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.

•	Adjust the latch alignment.

Hood Latch Component Location

1. Hood latch assembly ...

Trunk Lid

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