How to Maintain and Fix the Hood Release Cable on Jeep Cherokee?

Start by drilling out the rivets holding the bellcrank to hood and get rid of the old ones. Break the connections between the bellcrank and latch rod, then hood cable and pull out the bellcrank from the hood. After that, detach the cable from where it connects to the hood and uninstall the left cowl side panel. With the cable routed through the interior of the dash after removing the cowl side screws, slide it up above the instrument panel and free it from the cable bracket. To put in the cable, feed its replacement end into the spot at the dash panel where it meets the engine compartment, then pull the cable forward and fit the grommet into the dash. Attach the bracket for the cable to the left side panel underneath the cowl, insert the screws and reinstall the trim panel. Join the cable and latch rod to the bellcrank, put the bellcrank below the hood and put in the rivets to hold everything together. After that, attach the cable to its clips and check that the hood cable is operating as expected.

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Jeep Cherokee Release Cable, Front Part Number: 68192459AA
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- Other Name: Cable - Hood Release; Hood Release Cable, Front; Cable; Cable Hood Release; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 2014-2017 Jeep Cherokee | 75th Anniversary, Latitude, Limited, Overland, Sport, Trailhawk | 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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Jeep Cherokee Release Cable Part Number: 83502175
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- Other Name: Cable - Hood Release; Hood Release Cable; Cable, Hood Release
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1984-1986 Jeep Cherokee | Base, Chief, Laredo, Pioneer | 4 Cyl 2.1 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Jeep Cherokee Release Cable, Front Part Number: 68290772AD
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- Other Name: Release; Hood Release Cable, Front; Handle Release; Hood Release Cable
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 68290772AB, 68290772AC
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2023 Jeep Cherokee | 80th Anniversary, Altitude, Altitude Lux, High Altitude, Latitude, Latitude Lux, Latitude Plus, Limited, Overland, Trailhawk, Trailhawk Elite, Upland, X | 2.0L L4, 2.4L L4, 3.2L V6, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.4 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
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Jeep Cherokee Release Cable Part Number: 55026030
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- Other Name: Cable - Hood Release; Hood Release Cable; Cable, Hood Release
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
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- 1987-1996 Jeep Cherokee | Base, Briarwood, Chief, Classic, Country, Laredo, Limited, Pioneer, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.1 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Cherokee Release Cable Part Number: 55235483AE
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- Other Name: Cable - Hood Release; Hood Release Cable
- Replaces: 55235483AD
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Jeep Cherokee | Classic, Country, Limited, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 4.0L V6, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Jeep Cherokee Release Cable Part Number: J5758027
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable - Hood; Cable, Hood Release
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1991 Jeep Cherokee | Base, Briarwood, Chief, Laredo, Limited, Pioneer, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.1 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 6 Cyl 4.0 L GAS

Jeep Cherokee Hood Release Cable

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Jeep Cherokee Hood Release Cable is a flexible linkage that connects the interior release handle to the hood latching system, allowing the hood to unlock when the driver pulls the handle. The Hood Release Cable extends between the passenger compartment and a junction beneath the hood, with two further cable runs branching from there to each latch so both sides disengage together. The direct mechanical pull allows motion to be transmitted to the latch without an electrical call, freeing the panel for lift to allow access to the engine. The assembly incorporates an inner wire along with an outer protective sheath that moves with the inner wire and prevents debris and moisture from tampering with the inner wire movement. With time, the sheath may crack, allowing water to enter and shortening the life of the Hood Release Cable. Stretching or breakage stops the latch from releasing and keeps the hood closed. A Jeep Cherokee Hood Release Cable that is stiff or slack must be replaced before a complete failure occurs. The functional Hood Release Cable allows every Jeep Cherokee hood to be opened reliably so the Jeep driver can carry out routine service while avoiding unwanted hood latch failure in a Cherokee.

Jeep Cherokee Hood Release Cable Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to Maintain and Fix the Hood Release Cable on Jeep Cherokee?
A:
Start by drilling out the rivets holding the bellcrank to hood and get rid of the old ones. Break the connections between the bellcrank and latch rod, then hood cable and pull out the bellcrank from the hood. After that, detach the cable from where it connects to the hood and uninstall the left cowl side panel. With the cable routed through the interior of the dash after removing the cowl side screws, slide it up above the instrument panel and free it from the cable bracket. To put in the cable, feed its replacement end into the spot at the dash panel where it meets the engine compartment, then pull the cable forward and fit the grommet into the dash. Attach the bracket for the cable to the left side panel underneath the cowl, insert the screws and reinstall the trim panel. Join the cable and latch rod to the bellcrank, put the bellcrank below the hood and put in the rivets to hold everything together. After that, attach the cable to its clips and check that the hood cable is operating as expected.