How to remove and install the Hood Cable and Hood Latch assembly on the Nissan Maxima?

To release the latch, unlock the latch assembly with the bolts on it, slide the latch, and tighten the bolts again; in this way, close the hood and see that it fits to the frame of the car fenders, performing the steps repeatedly until the hood fits tight on the fenders. Disconnect the spring, and with the aid of wire cutter, remove the head of the cable by unscrewing it from the latch with a screwdriver or by use of needle-nose pliers or similar tool to release the hood latch cable from the rear part of the latch assembly. For the installation process, just use the procedure that is opposite to that mentioned for the removal process. One has to unscrew the cable from the back of the latch assembly using needle-nose pliers or a screwdriver then undo its fastening on the left inner fender. Inside the car, unbolt the hood-release cable and handle assembly from the instrument panel by unthreading the screws with three bolts that hold the interior hood latched handle. Bring/pull the cable through firewall grommet to the passenger area and put the other end of the new cable through the grommet in the engine area then pull it in. It is in this portion of the installation that the steps correspond to the reverse of those mentioned in the removal process.

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- 2009-2014 Nissan Maxima | LE, Premium, S, Sport, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
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- 2016-2023 Nissan Maxima | 40th Anniversary Edition, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- 2004-2007 Nissan Maxima | SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65621-2Y90A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2003 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, GXEL, SE, SEL, SES | 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ30DE, VQ35DE
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65621-8J000
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima | SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65620-40U05
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1996 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE
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Part Number: 65620-40U05
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65620-40U00
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1999 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE
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Nissan Maxima Cable Hood Lock
Part Number: 65620-85E00
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
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- 1989-1994 Nissan Maxima | GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VE30DE, VG30E
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Part Number: 65620-15E00
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
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- 1985-1988 Nissan Maxima | DX, SE, SL/GL | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E

Nissan Maxima Hood Cable

By pulling on the cabin release handle, the Nissan Maxima Hood Cable allows the driver to quickly pop the hood. This translates that gentle tug into a pull on the front latch for quick access. The assembly commences with the lever located next to the driver seat. This is then followed by a primary Hood Cable that travels through the firewall to a junction located near the grille. More precisely, secondary Hood Cable lines branch off from this junction to each individual latch point. This process completes the motion path. Through the years, the simple two-stage design has remained essentially unchanged, meaning every Maxima generation has made use of the flexible steel strands in a protective sheath instead of opting for rods or electronic releases, a decision Nissan has kept for its flagship sedan. Over time, moisture, heat, and vibration will crack the outer covering, allowing water to seep in and corrode the wire. The Hood Cable can stretch or snap, resulting in the hood being stuck shut. Since a jammed hood obstructs access to coolant, belts, and other essential components, owners should be alert to a spongy feel in the release handle or delayed response to the latch, both early signs of a Hood Cable wearing out. When replacing a damaged cable, the one-pull opening becomes smooth again and the simple mechanical reliability which Nissan designed into the Maxima is maintained.

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Q: How to remove and install the Hood Cable and Hood Latch assembly on the Nissan Maxima?
A:
To release the latch, unlock the latch assembly with the bolts on it, slide the latch, and tighten the bolts again; in this way, close the hood and see that it fits to the frame of the car fenders, performing the steps repeatedly until the hood fits tight on the fenders. Disconnect the spring, and with the aid of wire cutter, remove the head of the cable by unscrewing it from the latch with a screwdriver or by use of needle-nose pliers or similar tool to release the hood latch cable from the rear part of the latch assembly. For the installation process, just use the procedure that is opposite to that mentioned for the removal process. One has to unscrew the cable from the back of the latch assembly using needle-nose pliers or a screwdriver then undo its fastening on the left inner fender. Inside the car, unbolt the hood-release cable and handle assembly from the instrument panel by unthreading the screws with three bolts that hold the interior hood latched handle. Bring/pull the cable through firewall grommet to the passenger area and put the other end of the new cable through the grommet in the engine area then pull it in. It is in this portion of the installation that the steps correspond to the reverse of those mentioned in the removal process.