Hood Release Cable Loose
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Hood Release Cable Loose
Hello everyone,
The Hood Release Cable of my 98 Toyota Tacoma SR5 V6 4x4 is loose. Every time I open the hood, the cable does not retract from the open position and the hood does not open. Then I use my hand to pull the Release Cable real hard then the hood can open. I tried to search lots of information online but I could not find any information at all. What's wrong with the Hood Release Cable and how can I adjust or fix it?
The Hood Release Cable of my 98 Toyota Tacoma SR5 V6 4x4 is loose. Every time I open the hood, the cable does not retract from the open position and the hood does not open. Then I use my hand to pull the Release Cable real hard then the hood can open. I tried to search lots of information online but I could not find any information at all. What's wrong with the Hood Release Cable and how can I adjust or fix it?
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My wife's Tacoma had the same problem. I had to cut out a section or her grill to get access to the three 10mm bolts securing the release lever (real PIA) so I could replace the TB and h2o pump, then I secured hood w/ rope (another REAL PIA). I finally went to the dealer and bought a new cable ($40+). No amount of lubricant would have worked for my problem. The cable was frayed somewhere in the sheath and the ends of the sheath were 'pretty snug' where the cable protruded. Good Luck!
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