Kia Carens: Hood / Hood Latch Repair procedures
[Hood upper latch assembly]
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After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the hood upper latch
assembly (A).
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Tightening torque :
7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected
properly.
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Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
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Adjust the latch alignment.
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[Hood lower latch assembly]
| 1. |
Disconnect the hood lower latch connector (A).
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| 2. |
Remove the hood lower latch assembly (B) mounting bolts.
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Tightening torque :
7.8 ~ 11.8N.m (0.8 ~ 1.2kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 8.7 lb-ft)
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Disconnect the hood latch release handle cable (A).

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| 4. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected
properly.
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Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
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Adjust the latch alignment.
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Component Location
1. Hood upper latch assembly
2. Hood lower latch assembly
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Other information:
Removal
1.
Set the front tires straight-ahead before removing the steering wheel.
If the steering wheel and the front tires are not set straight
ahead ...
Removal
1.
Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
2.
Disconnect the battery negative cable and wait for at least three minutes
before beginning work.
3.
Remove the floor console.
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