16/05/2023 09:57:27

Latch - Hood (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 11355202 Correction Code 11355302 Correction Code 11357002 Correction Code 11355702

Choose the appropriate procedure based on the vehicle's configuration:

RWD vehicles built before April 16, 2016: 1st Generation RWD vehicles - Primary Latch
RWD vehicles built before April 16, 2016: 1st Generation RWD vehicles - Secondary Latch
Dual Motor vehicles built before April 16, 2016: 1st Generation Dual Motor vehicles
Vehicles built after April 16, 2016: 2nd Generation vehicles

1st Generation RWD Vehicles - Primary Latch

Correction Code 11355202

Remove the hood latch cover. See Assembly - Hood Latch Cover (Remove and Replace).
Remove the nuts (x2) that attach the latch assembly to the crossmember (torque 16 Nm).
Release the latch assembly from the studs, then lower and disconnect the harness connector.
Disconnect the hood release cable from the latch.
Remove the primary latch assembly from the vehicle.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

After installation is complete, make sure the hood latches correctly:
1. Open and fully close the hood by firmly pressing the hood down with both hands. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to ensure it is fully closed.
2. Open the hood via the touchscreen or the key fob, then shut the hood against the vehicle body without engaging the striker into the hood primary latch. Shift the vehicle out of Park and back into Park. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to confirm that the hood is retained by the secondary latch.

Correction Code 11355302

Remove the front underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace).
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the secondary latch to the crossmember (torque 10 Nm).

CAUTION
Care must be taken to avoid fasteners falling into open cavity.
Carefully release the secondary latch assembly and then rotate to access the harness connection.

CAUTION
Take care not to damage component(s).
Disconnect the harness from the latch.

Note
Components have been removed in this graphic to aid clarity.
Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Apply approximately 0.06 grams of RheoGel TEK676 grease to the areas shown.
After installation is complete, make sure the hood latches correctly:
1. Open and fully close the hood by firmly pressing the hood down with both hands. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to ensure it is fully closed.
2. Open the hood via the touchscreen or the key fob, then shut the hood against the vehicle body without engaging the striker into the hood primary latch. Shift the vehicle out of Park and back into Park. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to confirm that the hood is retained by the secondary latch.

Correction Code 11355602

Remove the front underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Front (Remove and Replace).
Remove the front fascia applique. See Applique - Fascia - Front - 2nd Generation (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the harness from the LH side of the latch.
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the latch to the crossmember (torque 10 Nm).

Note
Image shown with harness connected.
Carefully lift the latch assembly and disconnect the hood latch cables (x2).
Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Apply approximately 0.1 grams of RheoGel TEK676 grease to both of the areas shown.


Front latch	Rear latch

After installation is complete, make sure the hood latches correctly:
1. Open and fully close the hood by firmly pressing the hood down with both hands. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to ensure it is fully closed.
2. Open the hood via the touchscreen or the key fob, then shut the hood against the vehicle body without engaging the striker into the hood primary latch. Shift the vehicle out of Park and back into Park. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to confirm that the hood is retained by the secondary latch.

Correction Code 11355702

Remove the underhood storage unit. See Underhood Storage Unit (Remove and Install).
Disconnect the harness from the LH side of the latch.
Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the latch to the crossmember (torque 10 Nm).

Note
Image shown with harness connected.
Carefully lift the latch assembly and disconnect the hood latch cables (x2).
Remove the latch assembly from the vehicle.

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

Apply approximately 0.1 grams of RheoGel TEK676 grease to both of the areas shown.


Front latch	Rear latch

After installation is complete, make sure the hood latches correctly:
1. Open and fully close the hood by firmly pressing the hood down with both hands. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to ensure it is fully closed.
2. Open the hood via the touchscreen or the key fob, then shut the hood against the vehicle body without engaging the striker into the hood primary latch. Shift the vehicle out of Park and back into Park. Then try to lift the front end of the hood to confirm that the hood is retained by the secondary latch.