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2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Hood Latch: Installation

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Installation
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Fig 1: Connecting Hood Latch Release Cable & Conduit
G01903954Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  1. Connect the hood latch release cable and conduit.
    1. Connect the cable.
    2. Engage the cable conduit.
      Fig 2: Installing Bolts
      G01903955Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Position the hood latch with alignment marks and install the bolts.
    Fig 3: Installing Hood Latch Nut
    G01903956Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the hood latch nut.
  4. Verify the hood alignment.
    Fig 4: Adjusting Hood Latch
    G01903957Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Adjust the hood latch.
    1. Loosen the bolts.
    2. Loosen the nut.
    3. Align the hood latch with the hood latch striker.
      Fig 5: Tightening Hood Latch Bolts And Nut
      G01903958Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Tighten the hood latch bolts and nut.
    CAUTION:
    • Make sure the hood latch is fully engaged.
  7. Verify the hood latch striker is fully engaging the hood latch.
    1. Repeat previous steps as necessary.
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