Is the hood of your Nissan no longer staying as securely engaged as it did before? Or, does it get stuck whenever you try to open the hood? It could be time to replace your Nissans Hood Latch. The hood safeguards your engine as well as other significant car parts from weather elements and other matter, but its equally important for it to be easily accessible when your Nissan receives repairs or inspections. The latch is what releases the hood and allows it to open when needed and holds down the hood when youre driving on the interstate. If the hood isnt securely latched while youre driving, it could pop open, impede your view, and fracture your windshield. These latches can be broken or worn during an accident or deteriorate over time.
Luckily, your Hood Latch is one of the most straightforward parts of your Nissan. When the hood is shut, the latch slides over a catch, and the spring pops the latch in place and locks it down. When you open the hood, the hood latch cable opens, and the latch bypasses the catch. And then, you should be able to glide your fingers along the underside of the hood to release it completely.
You could possibly replace your hood latch and assembly at home, but the process could get a little difficult depending on the year in which your Nissan was manufactured. You should also replace the entire latch assembly all at once, including the hook and eye.
Order a replacement Hood Latch for your Nissan Pathfinder and Nissan Murano. When you buy your new part from Nissan Parts, you can be sure that your new Hood Latch is made to fit your vehicle. All Genuine Nissan Parts are custom-fitted, custom-designed, and durability-tested for your Nissan, and have a Nissan-backed limited warranty of 12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first (if the part is installed by the dealer at the time of purchase). Purchase your genuine replacement Hood Latch today! See the What This Fits tab for more details.
Fits Murano, Pathfinder