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Toyota Solara Lock Assembly, Hood
Part Number: 53510-AA061$75.27 MSRP: $106.11You Save: $30.84 (30%)Ships in 1-2 Business Days
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Toyota Solara Lock Assembly, Hood
Part Number: 53510-06010$54.25 MSRP: $75.82You Save: $21.57 (29%)Ships in 1-3 Business DaysToyota Solara Lock Assembly, Hood
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Toyota Solara Hood Latch
The Hood Latch in cars is important because it hold the hood shut to avoid its opening while the car is in operation; specifically in the Toyota Solara. This component is well placed at the lower front of the hood which safeguards essential parts such as the engine, radiator as well as the battery. Although it doesn't differentiate between types or styles of Hood Latch for various Solara models, the fundamental function of the mechanism remains to secure the hood. Hood Latch is quite significant part in the safety and operations of the vehicle hence should not be left out when addressing the structural features of the Toyota Solara.
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Toyota Solara Hood Latch Parts Questions & Experts Answers
- Q: How to perform routine maintenance on a doors, hood, trunk or liftgate's locks and hinges to ensure smooth operation and prevent wear on 1997 through 2001 Toyota Solara?A: Routine maintenance involves applying a few drops of light oil or lock lubricant to the hinges and latch assemblies of doors, Hood, and trunk (or liftgate) every 3000 miles or every three months. Additionally, lubricate the door latch strikers with a thin layer of grease for reduced wear and improved movement. Use spray-on graphite lubricant to maintain door and trunk (or liftgate) locks.
- Q: How to remove and install latch, as well as the process for removing and replacing the hood release cable on 1997 through 2001 Toyota Solara?A: For latch removal, start by scribing a line around the latch for alignment reference, then remove the plastic cover secured by plastic pins. Take out the retaining bolts holding the hood latch to the radiator support and remove the latch. Disconnect the hood cable from the latch assembly. When installing, follow the reverse process of removal.For cable removal, disconnect the hood cable from the latch assembly and attach thin wire or string to the cable's end. Unclip all remaining cable retaining clips at the radiator support. Remove the plastic inner fender well, driver's side door sill cover, and kick panel. Detach the hood release lever by removing the two mounting bolts. To install, pull the cable and grommet into the passenger compartment until the wire or string is visible. Ensure the new cable has a grommet attached, then transfer the wire or string to the new cable. Pull the wire or string back through the firewall until the new cable reaches the latch assembly. Reinstall the new cable into the hood release lever in the passenger compartment, making sure the cable housing fits the notch in the handle bracket. Complete the installation by following the reverse process of removal.
