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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHRYSLER2004PT CRUISER TOURING, 2.4 B, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 78 (HOOD SYSTEM)LATCH RELEASE CABLEINSTALLATION
2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, Automatic

Latch Release Cable: Installation

2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Touring, 2.4 B, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Intrepid, 2004 Chrysler Intrepid, 2004 Chrysler Concorde, and 2004 Chrysler 300M. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Place cable in position on vehicle.
  2. Push cable through access hole in dash panel.
  3. Install release cable rubber grommet into access hole in dash panel.
  4. Install screws attaching hood latch release cable handle to the cowl side. Tighten screws to 2.3 to 3.4 N.m (20 to 30 in.lbs.) torque.
  5. Install cable clips.
  6. Place carpet into position.
  7. Install left wheel splash shield.
  8. Install left cowl side trim panel.
  9. Connect hood release cable ferrule and cable end to hood latch.
  10. Verify hood latch operation before closing hood.
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