What if the hood latch doesn't lock？
The hood lock cannot be locked solution:
Adjust the buffer block and screws: If the hood cannot be closed tightly, it may be caused by a failure of the cover lock. Try turning the cover buffer down a bit, or adjust the fastener on the screws to make sure the hood fits tightly when closed.
Check for foreign objects and rust removal: When the hood is not tightly closed, it is necessary to open the hood to check for foreign objects. If there is a foreign object, you need to remove the foreign object and re-close the hood. In addition, the lock machine rust may also lead to the hood can not be closed, you can spray some rust remover or lubricant at the lock machine moving mechanism.
Replace the latch and lock: If the vehicle has been in a previous accident, the latch and lock may not align, resulting in the hood not closing. In this case, you need to go to the 4S shop to repair the lock and lock machine.
Adjust the tank height and replace the hydraulic support rod: If the hood cannot be closed tightly, adjust the height of the tank frame and then close the hood to check that it is closed tightly. If the hood has hydraulic support, damage or improper installation can also cause the hood to fail to close and require repair or replacement of the hydraulic support.
Seek professional help: If the above methods do not solve the problem, you may need to take the vehicle to a professional repair shop for inspection and repair.
The hood lock adjustment method mainly includes the following steps:
Find the latch and adjusting parts: First, needs to find the latch on the hood, usually it is located between the front bumper and the bonnet. Near the lock, will find an adjustable knob or screw. is the key to adjusting the tightness of the lock.
Adjust using the appropriate tool: Use the appropriate tool ( such as a wrench) to tighten or loosen the knob or screw. If the screws are too tight, hood is difficult to open; The hood tends to spring up automatically if the screws are too loose. Once adjusted in place, close and re-open the hood to make sure the latch is working properly.
Replace centring bolts and adjust hinges: If more detailed adjustments are required, the centring bolts can be replaced with bolts with washers, these are engine compartment cover hinge retaining bolts. unscrew the engine compartment cover side hinge bolts and adjust the engine cover in front to back and vertical directions. Turn the elastic pad and to adjust the hood.
Test verification: after each adjustment, should close and open the hood several times, to check the adjustment effect, to ensure that the lock is working properly. avoid injury caused by sudden falling of the hood during operation, you can use a support tool to keep the hood open.
Precautions: should be adjusted gradually in a small range, to avoid excessive adjustment of the lock can not work normally. should be replaced in time for the lock buckle, lock hook, cable, spring and other parts that are worn, deformed or seriously damaged.
Through the above steps, can effectively adjust the tightness of the hood lock, to ensure the normal opening and closing of the hood.
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