How to replace the hood cable and hood latch on the Nissan Pathfinder?

Remove the bolts and detach the latch assembly. Loosen the hood latch bolts, then move the latch as necessary to adjust the hood-closed position. Unhook the spring and pry the cable end from the latch. To disconnect the cable from the hood latch mechanism, disengage the cable housing end from the slot in the latch and twist the cable end out of the latch arm. Installation is the reverse of removal. Adjust the latch so the hood engages securely when closed and the hood bumpers are slightly compressed. Disconnect the release cable from the hood latch assembly. Unclip the release cable from the engine wiring harness. Attach a length of wire to the cable to assist with the installation of the new cable. Working in the passenger compartment, remove the driver's kick panel or the knee bolster. On some models the hood release handle and cable are a one-piece design and must be replaced as a unit. Hood release handle and cable mounting bolts-one piece design. On other models the hood release cable is a two-piece design. It can be removed from the handle by using pliers to pull the cable housing end from the tab on the handle frame and rotating the cable end from the slot on the handle. If the handle assembly itself must be replaced, detach the cable as described above and simply remove the mounting bolts to remove the handle. Trace the cable forward to the grommet where the cable goes through the firewall and pry the grommet out of the firewall. Pull the handle and cable rearward into the passenger compartment. Disconnect the guide wire from the old cable and fasten it to the new cable. With the new cable attached to the wire, pull the wire back through the firewall until the new cable reaches the latch assembly. Make sure that the grommet is properly seated on both sides of the hole in the firewall. Push on the grommet with your fingers from the passenger compartment side to seat the grommet in the firewall correctly. The remainder of installation is the reverse of removal.

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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65621-EA500
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2012 Nissan Pathfinder | LE, S, SE, SE Off-Road, Silver Edition, SV, XE | 6 Cyl 4.0L, 8 Cyl 5.6L | VK56DE, VQ40DE
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Cable Assembly, Release Cable
- Replaces: 65621-3KA1A
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2013-2020 Nissan Pathfinder | Platinum, Platinum Hybrid, S, SL, SL Hybrid, SV, SV Hybrid | 4 Cyl 2.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | QR25DER, VQ35DD, VQ35DE
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Nissan Pathfinder Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.; Release Cable
- Replaces: 65620-75P00
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1995 Nissan Pathfinder | SE, ST, XE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Part Number: 65620-75P00
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65620-75P05
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1994-1995 Nissan Pathfinder | SE, ST, XE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Part Number: 65621-EA500
$32.79 MSRP: $49.31
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65621-ZS00A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2007 Nissan Pathfinder | LE, S, SE, SE Off-Road, XE | 6 Cyl 4.0L | VQ40DE
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Nissan Pathfinder Hood Lock Control Cable Assembly
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022-2025 Nissan Pathfinder | Platinum, Rock Creek, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Nissan Pathfinder Cable Hood Lock
Part Number: 65620-01G00
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65620-01G05
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1987-1995 Nissan Pathfinder | DX, SE, ST, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E, VG30I, Z24I
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Nissan Pathfinder Cable Assembly-Hood Lock
Part Number: 65621-0W010
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- Other Name: Cable Assembly-Hood Lock Control
- Replaced by: 65621-0W01A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
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- 1996-2004 Nissan Pathfinder | LE, SE, XE | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | VG33E, VQ35DE

Nissan Pathfinder Hood Cable

The Hood Cable on your Nissan Pathfinder lets you quickly pop your hood to check or fix engine problems. From the interior release handle to a junction point in front of the radiator, the Hood Cable then splits towards the individual latches, so one pull releases both catches at once. The straightforward action of pulling and releasing ensures the latch remains securely fastened while you are in motion, yet it instantly releases when servicing is required. There are two Hood Cable designs that are fitted to Pathfinder models. Early models were equipped with a single braided steel design, and the cable was routed all the way to a central latch. In later years, a dual branch style was applied. Here, the main line meets short secondary leads that connect to each latch. This mechanism reduces strain and gives a smoother feel at the lever. Both styles have the same aim. However, being split, it distributes load and resists stretching to delay wear. When damage occurs, fitment issues can occur if a non-genuine Hood Cable is selected. A genuine Nissan Hood Cable restores the feel of the lever for smooth operation. Moisture, heat, and vibration can cause cracks in the outer sheath, allowing rust inside the cable. Eventually, the cable can cause the hood to stick shut. Keeping the Hood Cable clean and intact on the Nissan Pathfinder ensures reliable access.

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Nissan Pathfinder Hood Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to replace the hood cable and hood latch on the Nissan Pathfinder?
A:
Remove the bolts and detach the latch assembly. Loosen the hood latch bolts, then move the latch as necessary to adjust the hood-closed position. Unhook the spring and pry the cable end from the latch. To disconnect the cable from the hood latch mechanism, disengage the cable housing end from the slot in the latch and twist the cable end out of the latch arm. Installation is the reverse of removal. Adjust the latch so the hood engages securely when closed and the hood Bumpers are slightly compressed. Disconnect the release cable from the hood latch assembly. Unclip the release cable from the engine wiring harness. Attach a length of wire to the cable to assist with the installation of the new cable. Working in the passenger compartment, remove the driver's kick panel or the knee bolster. On some models the hood release handle and cable are a one-piece design and must be replaced as a unit. Hood release handle and cable mounting bolts-one piece design. On other models the hood release cable is a two-piece design. It can be removed from the handle by using pliers to pull the cable housing end from the tab on the handle frame and rotating the cable end from the slot on the handle. If the handle assembly itself must be replaced, detach the cable as described above and simply remove the mounting bolts to remove the handle. Trace the cable forward to the grommet where the cable goes through the firewall and pry the grommet out of the firewall. Pull the handle and cable rearward into the passenger compartment. Disconnect the guide wire from the old cable and fasten it to the new cable. With the new cable attached to the wire, pull the wire back through the firewall until the new cable reaches the latch assembly. Make sure that the grommet is properly seated on both sides of the hole in the firewall. Push on the grommet with your fingers from the passenger compartment side to seat the grommet in the firewall correctly. The remainder of installation is the reverse of removal.