Lincoln Aviator: Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems / Removal and Installation - Hood Latch
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Remove the pin-type retainers and the radiator sight shield.
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Position aside the hood latch release cable junction block cover.
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Release the retaining tabs on the hood latch release cable junction block cover.
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Position aside the hood latch release cable junction block cover.
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Detach and position the rear hood latch release cables aside.
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Detach the cable from the mounting bracket.
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Disconnect the hood latch release cable end and position the rear hood latch cable aside.
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NOTE:
If reinstalling the original hood latch, mark around the bolts to aid in alignment during installation.
Remove the hood latch.
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Remove the bolts from the hood latch.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
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Detach the hood latch release cable junction block.
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Remove the hood latch.
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Disconnect the hood ajar switch.
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NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Disconnect the hood latch release cable from the hood latch.
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Detach the cable from the mounting bracket.
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Disconnect the hood latch release cable end.
Installation
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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NOTE:
If reinstalling the original hood latch, use the marks made during removal to aid in alignment.
Install the bolts and align the hood latch.
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Align the hood latch.
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Tighten the hood latch bolts.
Torque:
80 lb.in (9 Nm)
Removal
Remove the fuel filler door assembly.
Refer to: Fuel Filler Door Assembly (501-03 Body Closures, Removal and Installation).
Remove the fuel filler door latch...
Removal
Front Cable
Remove the hood latch.
Refer to: Hood Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation)...
Other information:
Do not use a different size spare tire other
than the tire provided. If the mini-spare tire
is installed, the AWD system will disable and
enter rear-wheel drive only mode to protect
driveline components. Some limited AWD
traction could be provided if the mini-spare
is installed on one of the front wheels...
Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, this
feature automatically shuts down the engine
if it has been idling for an extended period.
The ignition also turns off in order to save
battery power. Before your vehicle shuts
down, a message appears in the information
display showing a timer counting down from
30 seconds...