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How to Release the Hood on a 2001 Dodge Intrepid If the Cable Is Broken

Dealing with a broken hood latch cable can be extremely frustrating, especially if you need to access the engine compartment to jump start the vehicle, add fluids or perform a repair. The hood latch cable runs from the hood latch down the inside of the fender, and through the firewall to the hood latch release lever. In order to replace the cable, youll first need to gain access to the engine compartment. In this situation, you can manually actuate the hood latch mechanism from underneath the vehicle.

Instructions

1

Shut off the engine and pull the parking brake lever to engage the brake. Place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels.

2

Raise the drivers side of the vehicle near the wheel with a jack, and then place a jack stand underneath the frame. Raise the passenger side of the vehicle near the wheel and place a jack stand underneath the frame. Check both stands to make sure they are secure.

3

Move underneath the vehicle on a mechanics creeper and locate the hood latch with a work light. Its above the front radiator fans, on top of the radiator core support.

4

Locate the hood latch cable where it terminates at the cable release lever. There is a small crimped steel ball on the end of the cable that threads through the cable release lever.

5

Pry on the release lever with a large flat-head screwdriver in the direction of the cable to open the hood. This forces the lever toward the cable, the same way it would move if it was being pulled by the cable.

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