How to remove and install the hood latch and hood release cable on Lexus RX350?

On 2014 and later models, remove the grille. Scribe a line around the latch to aid alignment when installing, then remove the retaining bolts securing the hood latch to the radiator support. To adjust the hood latch horizontally or vertically, loosen these bolts. Remove the latch. Disconnect the hood cable by disengaging the cable from the latch. Pry out the cable retainer from the backside of the hood latch assembly, then disengage the cable. Installation is the reverse of removal. Adjust the latch so the hood engages securely when closed and the hood bumpers are slightly compressed. Working in the passenger compartment, lift the hood release handle lever upward, then pull down on the cable housing end and disengage the cable from the hood release lever handle. Lift upward on the handle and pull the cable housing end from the base of the handle, then detach the cable end from the lever. If the handle lever needs to be replaced simply pull outward on the handle retaining tab and push downward to release it from the instrument panel. Attach a piece of thin wire or string to the end of the cable. Working in the engine compartment, disconnect the hood cable from the latch. Unclip all the cable retaining clips on the radiator support and the inner fenderwell. Pull the cable forward into the engine compartment until you can see the wire or string, then remove the wire or string from the old cable and fasten it to the new cable. With the new cable attached to the wire or string, pull the wire or string back through the firewall until the new cable reaches the inside handle. Working in the passenger compartment, install the new cable into the hood release lever, making sure the cable housing fits snugly into the notch in the handle bracket. Pull on the cable with your fingers from the passenger compartment until the cable stop seats in the grommet on the firewall. The remainder of the installation is the reverse of removal.

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- Replaced by: 53630-0E010
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- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA
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- Other Name: Release Cable
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- 2007-2009 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.3L, 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 3MZFE; GSU30L-AWAGKA, 3MZFE; GSU30L-CWAGKA, GSU35L-AWAGKA, GSU35L-CWAGKA, MCU33L-AWAGKA, MCU33L-CWAGKA, MCU38L-AWAGKA, MCU38L-CWAGKA
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- Other Name: Cable Assy, Hood Lock Control; Release Cable
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- 2016-2019 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, 2GRFXS; GGL25L-AWZGBA, GGL25L-BWZGBA, GYL25L-AWXGBA
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Lexus RX350 Set, Cable And Lever
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- Other Name: Release Cable
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- 2016-2021 Lexus RX350 | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, 2GRFXS; GGL20L-CWZGBA, GGL25L-CWZGBA, GYL20L-CWXGBA, GYL25L-CWXGBA
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- Other Name: Release Cable
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- 2018-2022 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, 2GRFXS; GGL20L-CWZGBA, GGL25L-AWZGBA, GGL25L-BWZGBA, GGL25L-CWZGBA, GYL25L-AWXGBA, GYL25L-CWXGBA
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- Other Name: Release Cable
- Manufacturer Note: TRIM0#,5#
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- 2016-2021 Lexus RX350 | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFKS, 2GRFXS; GGL20L-CWZGBA, GGL25L-CWZGBA, GYL20L-CWXGBA, GYL25L-CWXGBA
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- Other Name: Release Cable
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- 2023-2025 Lexus RX350 | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L | A25AFXS, T24AFTS; AALH15L-AWXGBA, AALH16L-AWXGBA, TALA10L-AWZGTA, TALH17L-AWTGTA
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- Replaced by: 53630-0E020
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- 2010-2015 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 2GRFXE; GGL10L-AWTGKA, GGL15L-AWTGKA, GYL10L-AWXGKA, GYL15L-AWXGKA
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- Other Name: Release Cable
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- 2023-2025 Lexus RX350 | 4 Cyl 2.4L, 4 Cyl 2.5L | A25AFXS, T24AFTS; AALH15L-CWXGBA, TALA10L-CWZGTA, TALA15L-CWZGTA, TALH17L-CWTGTA
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- Other Name: Release Cable
- Replaces: 53630-48070
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Lexus's factory warranty.
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- 2010-2015 Lexus RX350 | STD | 6 Cyl 3.5L | 2GRFE, 2GRFXE; GGL10L-AWTGKA, 2GRFXE; GGL10L-CWTGKA, GGL15L-AWTGKA, GGL15L-CWTGKA, GGL15L-CWZGKA, GYL10L-AWXGKA, GYL10L-CWXGKA, GYL15L-AWXGKA, GYL15L-CWXGKA

Lexus RX350 Hood Cable

The Lexus RX350 Hood Cable allows drivers to pop the hood quickly in order to reach the engine bay for routine checks or repairs. The Hood Cable connects the interior release handle to a junction under the hood and then separates towards the twin latches, so with one pull the steel core slides and the two catches are released with an RX350. In every model year of the Lexus, this flexible part remains hidden but vital, converting a simple hand motion into a latch movement by strong mechanical tension. Many RX350 editions have a two-section Hood Cable on the Lexus crossover, one long strand from cabin lever to junction and two short strands to each latch which ensures even opening. Earlier RX350 versions had thinner outer sheathing that could crack and let in moisture while later ones gained tougher coatings for longer life, although their purpose never changed. When wear occurs in a stretched Hood Cable, it creates slack and a snapped Hood Cable locks the hood shut; therefore, regular checking of the Lexus Hood Cable keeps access smooth.

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Lexus RX350 Hood Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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Q: How to remove and install the hood latch and hood release cable on Lexus RX350?
A:
On 2014 and later models, remove the Grille. Scribe a line around the latch to aid alignment when installing, then remove the retaining bolts securing the hood latch to the radiator support. To adjust the hood latch horizontally or vertically, loosen these bolts. Remove the latch. Disconnect the hood cable by disengaging the cable from the latch. Pry out the cable retainer from the backside of the hood latch assembly, then disengage the cable. Installation is the reverse of removal. Adjust the latch so the hood engages securely when closed and the hood bumpers are slightly compressed. Working in the passenger compartment, lift the hood release handle lever upward, then pull down on the cable housing end and disengage the cable from the hood release lever handle. Lift upward on the handle and pull the cable housing end from the base of the handle, then detach the cable end from the lever. If the handle lever needs to be replaced simply pull outward on the handle retaining tab and push downward to release it from the instrument panel. Attach a piece of thin wire or string to the end of the cable. Working in the engine compartment, disconnect the hood cable from the latch. Unclip all the cable retaining clips on the radiator support and the inner fenderwell. Pull the cable forward into the engine compartment until you can see the wire or string, then remove the wire or string from the old cable and fasten it to the new cable. With the new cable attached to the wire or string, pull the wire or string back through the firewall until the new cable reaches the inside handle. Working in the passenger compartment, install the new cable into the hood release lever, making sure the cable housing fits snugly into the notch in the handle bracket. Pull on the cable with your fingers from the passenger compartment until the cable stop seats in the grommet on the firewall. The remainder of the installation is the reverse of removal.

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