How to remove and install the hood cable and hood latch on the Nissan Altima?

When uninstalling the latch, first, the radiators grille should be released and a line is drawn around the latch area and then the latch retaining bolts are removed together with the latch. Subsequently, the hood release cable should be removed from the latch assembly, whereby the cable retainer is pulled out from the back of the latch assembly of the hood. To reinstall it, reverse the above steps, so that the latch is set to provide the proper hood clamping force when closed and the hood bumpers are slightly squeezed. The hood release cable is released by pulling the left inner fender well liner and unplugging the cable from clips placed through the length of it. Then, take out the inside hood release handle and unplug cable by releasing the end of cable from the handle and unsticking the housing from the groove. Take the cable grommet in the passenger compartment and take the cable through the hole, the push the grommet into the cabin to release the cable. For installation reverse the procedures of the removal for the harness, ensure that the grommet is in place correctly on the firewall by placing your fingers over the grommet from passengers' side of the compartment.

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Nissan Altima Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
Part Number: 65621-JA000
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65621-9N00A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2013 Nissan Altima | Base, Hybrid, S, SE, SL, SR | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DE, VQ35DE
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Part Number: 65621-9HT0A
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2018 Nissan Altima | Base, Entry, S, S PDS, SL, SR, SV, SV Navigation, Tech | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DE, VQ35DE
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Part Number: 65622-3TA0A
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- Other Name: Handle Assy-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable, Release Handle
- Replaces: 65622-ED50A
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- 2013-2018 Nissan Altima | 25SL/Moon Roof, Base, Entry, S, S PDS, SL, SR, SV, SV Navigation, Tech | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DE, VQ35DE
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Part Number: 65621-3TA0A
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2018 Nissan Altima | 25SL/Moon Roof, Base, Entry, S, S PDS, SL, SR, SV, SV Navigation, Tech | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DE, VQ35DE
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Nissan Altima Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
Part Number: 65621-8J000
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65621-ZK30A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2006 Nissan Altima | Base, S, SE, SE-R, SL | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DE, VQ35DE
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Part Number: 65621-ZK30A
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65621-8J000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2002-2006 Nissan Altima | Base, S, SE, SE-R, SL | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DE, VQ35DE
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Nissan Altima Hood Lock Control Cable Assembly
Part Number: 65621-6CA0B
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65621-6CA0A
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- 2020-2025 Nissan Altima | Edition ONE, Platinum, S, SL, SR, SV | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Part Number: 65621-6CA0A
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- Other Name: CABL Hood Lock
- Replaced by: 65621-6CA0B
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019 Nissan Altima | Platinum, S , SL , SR, SV | 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.5L | KR20DDET, PR25DD
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Nissan Altima Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
Part Number: 65620-1E400
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65620-1E405
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1996 Nissan Altima | GLE, GXE, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L | KA24DE
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Nissan Altima Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
Part Number: 65620-5B600
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2001 Nissan Altima | GLE, GXE, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L | KA24DE
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Nissan Altima Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
Part Number: 65620-1E405
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65620-1E400
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1997 Nissan Altima | GLE, GXE, SE, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L | KA24DE

Nissan Altima Hood Cable

The Nissan Altima Hood Cable enables drivers to quickly and safely pop open the hood. It acts as a link between the cabin lever and the latch, allowing access to the engine bay for checks or repairs. It is a robust design in which a steel inner wire slides within the sheath to ensure the sharp tug from the lever travels down the Hood Cable, which pops the latch without exerting extra force. Earlier layouts applied a single Hood Cable that directly ran to the primary latch. In later designs, however, the split setup is applied where the main Hood Cable meets a junction block feeding secondary lines to each latch. This boosts reliability. Over time, road grit can chafe the lining. Cracks can allow moisture to enter the cable, and the cable can stretch so that a sluggish pull or a stuck shut hood is a sign of a tired Hood Cable needing a swap before a regular oil check turns into a wrestle. An owner of a Nissan avoids an awkward roadside delay through regular inspection. Every Altima relies on this thin link to get important fluids like coolant and brake fluid. So don't ignore those frayed strands or bigger troubles await. If the mechanism of your Nissan Altima is clean and well lubricated, it will allow easy access to the hood for many years to come.

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Nissan Altima Hood Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to remove and install the hood cable and hood latch on the Nissan Altima?
A:
When uninstalling the latch, first, the radiators grille should be released and a line is drawn around the latch area and then the latch retaining bolts are removed together with the latch. Subsequently, the hood release cable should be removed from the latch assembly, whereby the cable retainer is pulled out from the back of the latch assembly of the hood. To reinstall it, reverse the above steps, so that the latch is set to provide the proper hood clamping force when closed and the hood bumpers are slightly squeezed. The hood release cable is released by pulling the left inner fender well liner and unplugging the cable from clips placed through the length of it. Then, take out the inside hood release handle and unplug cable by releasing the end of cable from the handle and unsticking the housing from the groove. Take the cable grommet in the passenger compartment and take the cable through the hole, the push the grommet into the cabin to release the cable. For installation reverse the procedures of the removal for the harness, ensure that the grommet is in place correctly on the firewall by placing your fingers over the grommet from passengers' side of the compartment.