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Genuine Pontiac G6 Hood Cable
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Pontiac G6 Hood Cable
The Pontiac G6 Hood Cable links the release lever in the car to the front latch to ensure the hood lets go when it is required. A steel inner wire is protected in a sheath as part of the Hood Cable. With a quick pull at the cabin handle, the Hood Cable exerts a strong pull on the latch, releasing the safety catch to lift the hood. The majority of factory systems utilize a primary Hood Cable that runs from the dash lever to a junction block. From this junction block, shorter secondary Hood Cable sections branch out to each latch. This leads to less friction and an even pull force across the front edge. Pontiac sedans with single-latch hoods adopted a one-piece Hood Cable design earlier. Later on, G6 models with dual latches also adopted this split design. The main difference in these two designs is the extra branch cables and junction that share the load. Over time, water and dirt can cause the sheath to crack, leading to fraying or stretching of the inner wire. The result is a lever that moves without the hood unlocking. Consequently, keeping this cable intact will allow for easy access to the engine bay on the Pontiac G6. Further service calls on the Pontiac G6 are minimized because it will not lock you out.
Each OEM Pontiac G6 Hood Cable we offer is competitively priced and comes with the assurance of the manufacturer's warranty for the part. Furthermore, we guarantee the speedy delivery of your orders right to your doorstep. Our hassle-free return policy is also in place for your peace of mind.
Pontiac G6 Hood Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How to remove and install the Hood Cable and Hood Latch on Pontiac G6?A:To begin, remove the upper radiator cover, which is secured by plastic retainers at the front edge and fasteners at the rear; on later models, the latch must be unbolted first. Next, scribe a line around the latch for alignment during installation, detach the latch retaining bolts from the radiator support, and remove the latch. Disengage the hood release cable from the latch assembly and disconnect the electrical connector if the vehicle has the remote start feature. The installation process is the reverse of removal. Disconnect the hood release cable from the latch assembly, then attach a piece of stiff wire to the end of the cable, trace it back to the firewall, and detach all cable retaining clips. In the passenger compartment, remove the knee bolster and detach the fasteners securing the hood release lever, pulling the cable rearward into the compartment. Pull the old cable into the compartment until the stiff wire is visible; a grommet insulates the cable hole in the firewall, and the new cable should come with a new grommet. If necessary, slip the old grommet onto the new cable, detach the old cable from the wire, and attach the new cable. From the engine compartment side of the firewall, pull the wire through the cable hole, and then push the grommet into place from the passenger compartment, ensuring it is fully seated in the hole.
