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Genuine Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable

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  • Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable - GHP9-56-720A
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    Mazda 6 Release Cable Part Number: GHP9-56-720A

    $32.45 MSRP: $43.28
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    Product Specifications
    • Other Name: Wire, Release-Bonnet
    • Replaces: GHP9-56-720
    • Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
    Fits the following Vehicles:
    • 2014-2021 Mazda 6 | Carbon Edition, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, Signature, Sport, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
  • Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable - GJ6A-56-720G
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    Mazda 6 Release Cable Part Number: GJ6A-56-720G

    $51.54 MSRP: $68.73
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    Product Specifications
    • Other Name: Wire, Release-Bonnet
    • Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
    Fits the following Vehicles:
    • 2006-2007 Mazda 6 | Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
  • Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable - GK2A-56-720J
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    • Other Name: Wire, Release-Bonnet
    • Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
    Fits the following Vehicles:
    • 2003-2008 Mazda 6 | i, S | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
  • Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable - GS3L-56-720
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    • Other Name: Wire, Release-Bonnet
    • Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
    Fits the following Vehicles:
    • 2009-2013 Mazda 6 | i, S | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS

Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable

The Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable enables owners to be able to lift the hood in a minute so that routine maintenance or emergency repairs can proceed without complications. A narrow steel core, attached to the dash of the majority of Mazda models, slides down a plastic sleeve when the cabin handle is pulled, and the core is guided to a small junction block on the left-hand side of the latch point, and the hood is released in a single continuous movement. The production years in the past were based predominantly on one continuous line; however, the two-stage layout, with a primary and shorter runners as secondary, became the norm with most later 6 models as they caused less friction at each latch and were therefore easier to adjust. Drivers will understand that the Hood Release Cable can be failing because Mazda hoods cannot be opened. Whether it is either version or not, the system remains resistant to dirt but, with continuous bending and engine bay heat, the sheath eventually cracks, allowing water to enter and corrode the wire. Stiffer pulls, squeaks, or a hood that is not giving a signal indicate that the assembly is wearing out, and change should be done immediately to prevent being locked out of important engine parts. Drivers can increase the service life by making the latch area clean and sometimes spraying the Hood Release Cable ends with light lubricant so that no moisture can settle in the latch area. A matched secondary Mazda Hood Release Cable ensures that both release latches are set free simultaneously by a perfect fit, and proper length and end fittings are ensured.

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Mazda 6 Hood Release Cable Parts and Q&A

  • Q: How to remove the hood latch and hood release cable on Mazda 6?
    A:
    The first step to the removal of the hood latch is firstly to detach the cable to the negative battery terminal. Mark a line on the latch to match up when fitting, remove the retaining bolts attaching the hood latch to the radiator support and remove the latch. Be careful to ensure that the front airbag crash sensor is attached with the hood latch mounting bolt so as not to hit or drop the sensor and therefore not to cause damage to the sensor or activate the airbag. Secondly, pull the cable out of the bracket to release the cable out of the latch assembly and pull the cable end plug out of the latch. In the case of the release cable, in the engine compartment, loosen the hoodlatch and separate the hood release cable with the hoodlatch. Next, take out the front Bumper cover and the headlight housing. Unscrew the lug nuts of the wheel, place the vehicle safely on jackstands and take away the left front wheel and the inner fender splash shield. Unscrew the release cable clips of fender and wiring harness. Within the car, press the pull lever along with a small screwdriver to press the locking tab down. Using the tab, push the handle up and out of the instrument panel, snap the release cable out of the handle and push it through the firewall. The opposite of removal is installation.

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