1994 Plymouth Acclaim Hood won't lock

Tiny
202TUCKER
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  • 1994 PLYMOUTH ACCLAIM
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 95,000 MILES
The hood will not lock. The saftey catch works but not the locking mechanism.
Sunday, July 13th, 2008 AT 7:56 AM

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Tiny
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Hi:

Make sure the hood release cable is not damaged and is pushed in the entire way. If the cable is working properly and you've lubericated the latch mechanism I would suggest replaceing the latch assembly. I believe ther are only two bolts holding it on, and the cable is easily removed.

Joe
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Friday, October 10th, 2008 AT 8:28 PM

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