Honda Accord: Hood Opener Cable Replacement

NOTE: - Put on gloves to protect your hands.

- Take care not to scratch the body or the related parts.

- Take care not to kink the hood opener cable.

1. Remove these items: - Front grille cover: - 2-door (see page 20-274) - 4-door (see page 20-274) - Front fender trim, left side: - 2-door (see page 20-277) - 4-door (see page 20-277) - Front inner fender, left side as needed (see page 20-290) - Kick panel, driver's side: - 2-door (see page 20-105) - 4-door (see page 20-107) 2. Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood latch (B) (see page 20-302).

3. Detach the clips with a clip remover.

4. Disconnect the hood opener cable (A) from the hood release handle (B) (see page 20-303).

5. Remove the grommet (C), then remove the hood opener cable.

6. Install the cable in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: - If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

- When installing the opener cable under the dashboard, route the cable under the left engine compartment wire harness (D).