How to replace the hood latch and hood release cable on Mazda 3?

In order to replace the hood latch the first step is to unscrew the cable of the negative battery terminal, and in 2010 and later models the hood latch switch connector. Draw a line around the latch to line up and then remove the retaining bolts that hold the latch to the radiator support and remove the latch. Be careful the airbag front crash sensor is attached using the same mounting bolt as the hood latch, do not hit or drop the sensor to avoid damaging the sensor and will deploy the airbag. The next step is to raise the cable out of the bracket and out of the latch assembly to disconnect the cable end plug. In case of the release cable, the upper engine cover is removed by pushing it off the mounting posts by its two sides. Next, loosen the battery air inlet fasteners, air inlet, battery and battery tray. Unclips: Disconnect the release cable of the hood latch and remove the release cable clips off the fender and the wiring harness. To release the locking tab, pull the release handle down (you have to hold a small screwdriver to press the tab down) and then, now that the locking tab is released, pull the handle up and out of the instrument panel and then unscrew the release cable off the release handle and pull it through the firewall. Removal is the opposite of the installation process.

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- Other Name: Lock, Bonnet; Lock
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- 2010-2013 Mazda 3 | Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BBM6-56-620
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- 2010-2013 Mazda 3 | i, Mazdaspeed, S | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BBM4-56-620A
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- Other Name: Lock, Bonnet; Lock Assembly
- Replaces: BBM4-56-620
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- 2010-2013 Mazda 3 | i, Mazdaspeed, S | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- Other Name: Lock, Bonnet; Lock
- Replaces: BCJH-56-620B, BCJH-56-620
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- 2019-2024 Mazda 3 | 2.0, 2.5 Carbon Turbo, 2.5 S, 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus, Base, Carbon Edition, Preferred, Premium, Select, Select Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BDTT-56-620A
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- Replaces: BDFW-56-620C, BDTT-56-620, BDFW-56-620B, BDFW-56-620
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- 2019-2024 Mazda 3 | 2.0, 2.5 Carbon Turbo, 2.5 S, 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus, Base, Carbon Edition, Preferred, Premium, Select, Select Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BHN9-56-620A
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- 2014-2018 Mazda 3 | Grand Touring, i Grand Touring, I Sport, i SV, I Touring, s Grand Touring, s Touring, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: GS3N-56-620
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- Other Name: Lock, Bonnet; Lock Assembly
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- 2010 Mazda 3 | i, S | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BN8F-56-62XA
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- Replaces: BP4K-56-62X, BN8F-56-62X, BP4K-56-62XA
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- 2004-2009 Mazda 3 | S, SP23 | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BN8P-56-620B
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- Replaces: BN8V-56-620B, BN8V-56-620A, BN8V-56-620, BN8P-56-620, BN8P-56-620A
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- 2004-2009 Mazda 3 | i, Mazdaspeed, S, SP23 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BBN5-56-620A
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- 2010-2013 Mazda 3 | Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda 3 Lock Part Number: BDTS-56-620A
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- Other Name: Lock, Bonnet; Lock
- Replaces: BDTS-56-620
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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- 2019-2023 Mazda 3 | 2.0, 2.5 S, 2.5 Turbo, 2.5 Turbo Premium Plus, Base, Carbon Edition, Preferred, Premium, Select | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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- Other Name: Lock, Hood; Lock
- Replaces: BJS8-56-620, BHP1-56-620
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2018 Mazda 3 | Grand Touring, i Grand Touring, I Sport, i SV, I Touring, s Grand Touring, s Touring, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS

Mazda 3 Hood Latch

Mazda 3 Hood Latch is developed to lock the hood when driving to prevent wind and road debris from damaging the crucial parts of the engine bay. Located under the first lip of the hood, this Hood Latch system is coupled with a cabin release handle and a steel cable such that a quick draw from the driver's seat will pop the hood slightly, then with only a little effort on the secondary catch, the hood can be fully opened for service. Even the interior handle in all Mazda sedans or hatchbacks tends to be positioned below the steering wheel or on the side kick panel, such that the driver can operate it without exiting the seat. The main one remains forward, and a spring-loaded claw catches a striker plate that is attached to the hood, and a safety catch is present in case the first lock slips. Mazda has continued to use the same cable-driven design over the years, but the track-oriented versions occasionally use external hood pins to triple the fixation of the panel at high speed; these pins fix the skin to the outside rather than being fixed by the internal clamp, and as such are the primary distinction between the two types of retention. Nevertheless, whether trimmed or not, the Hood Latch is mandatory, because without it the hood might leap open and break the windshield or block road view, thus frequent inspections will ensure each Mazda owner keeps the 3 secure and operational during the road trip.

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Mazda 3 Hood Latch Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to replace the hood latch and hood release cable on Mazda 3?
A:
In order to replace the hood latch the first step is to unscrew the cable of the negative battery terminal, and in 2010 and later models the hood latch switch connector. Draw a line around the latch to line up and then remove the retaining bolts that hold the latch to the radiator support and remove the latch. Be careful the airbag front crash sensor is attached using the same mounting bolt as the hood latch, do not hit or drop the sensor to avoid damaging the sensor and will deploy the airbag. The next step is to raise the cable out of the bracket and out of the latch assembly to disconnect the cable end plug. In case of the release cable, the upper engine cover is removed by pushing it off the mounting posts by its two sides. Next, loosen the battery air inlet fasteners, air inlet, battery and battery tray. Unclips: Disconnect the release cable of the hood latch and remove the release cable clips off the Fender and the wiring harness. To release the locking tab, pull the release handle down (you have to hold a small screwdriver to press the tab down) and then, now that the locking tab is released, pull the handle up and out of the instrument panel and then unscrew the release cable off the release handle and pull it through the firewall. Removal is the opposite of the installation process.