Kia Soul: Hood Latch Replacement - Hood - Body (Interior and Exterior)Kia Soul: Hood Latch Replacement

Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Body (Interior and Exterior) / Hood / Hood Latch Replacement

[Hood upper latch assembly]
1.
After loosening the mounting bolt, then remove the hood upper latch assembly (A).

Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)

2.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
  
•
Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.
•
Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
•
Adjust the latch alignment.
[Hood lower latch assembly]
1.
Remove the hood lower latch assembly (A) mounting bolts and then remove the latch mounting clip (B).

Tightening torque :
6.9 ~ 10.8N.m (0.7 ~ 1.1kgf.m, 5.1 ~ 8.0 lb-ft)

2.
Disconnect the hood latch cable (A) and remove the hood lower latch assembly (B).

3.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
  
•
Make sure the hood latch release cable is connected properly.
•
Make sure the hood locks/unlocks and opens/closes properly.
•
Adjust the latch alignment.
    Hood Latch Component Location
    1. Hood upper latch assembly 2. Hood lower latch assembly ...

    See also:

    Audio Remote Control Components
    1. Audio switch 2. Cruise switch 3. Bluetooth hands free switch 4. Trip switch ...

    Hood Latch Release Handle Repair procedures
    Replacement 1. Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the hood release handle (A).     • Use a 6mm hex bit to press the center until the handle easily pulls off ...

    Crash Pad Center Panel Component Location
    1. Crash pad center lower panel ...