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:
OVERVIEW
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of high-voltage shock, always follow
precisely all warnings and service instructions, including instructions
to depower the system. The high-voltage system utilizes approximately
450 volts DC, provided through high-voltage cables to its components and
modules...
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® SAE 75W-85 Premium Synthetic Hypoid Gear LubricantXY-75W85-QL
WSS-M2C942-A
Check
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation)...