How to remove and reinstall the hood cable and latch on the Ford Ranger?

Lift hood using a piece of wood in order to provide necessary support. Place alignment marks anywhere around the hood latch so that they can be easily identified when it is time to realign during the reassembly process. Disconnect the bolts holding the position of the hood latch and eliminate the latch. Remove the cable bushing and raise the cable eye above the anchor post. Observe the positioning of the cable within the housing of the engine compartment and unbolt any connectors which may hold the cable. This releases the electrical harness for the hood release handle; Withdraw the screws that fasten the handle to the hood's instrument panel. Unscrew the first cable tie from holding to the steering column bracket with the tie wrap. On the side of the passenger compartment, slip the cable grommet out of the firewall and pass the cable through it. For the installation, feed the cable through the grommet in the firewall and make the cable seated well before closing the hood, move the control cable to check if the latch control function correctly.

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Ford Ranger CABLE ASY - HOOD CONTROL
Part Number: EB3Z-16916-AH
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- Other Name: Release Cable
- Replaces: EB3Z-16916-AF, EB3Z-16916-AE
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019-2023 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 2 Whl L/H Rear Drive-High Ride, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Ranger CABLE ASY - HOOD CONTROL
Part Number: EB3Z-16916-AF
$49.69 MSRP: $74.75
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- Other Name: Release Cable
- Replaced by: EB3Z-16916-AH
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2019 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 2 Whl L/H Rear Drive-High Ride, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Ford Ranger Control Cable Assembly
Part Number: 1L5Z-16916-AA
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- Other Name: Cable Assy - Control; Release Cable
- Replaces: F87Z-16916-BA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2011 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 4 Cyl 2.3L NA Petrol, 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 3.0L OHV EFI, 6 Cyl 4.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 4AT 4R44E, 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, 5-Speed Manual Transmission M5R1, 5AT 5R44E, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Ranger Control Cable Assembly
Part Number: F87Z-16916-BA
$80.04 MSRP: $119.10
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- Other Name: Cable Assy - Control
- Manufacturer Note: Cable asy. - Hood
- Replaced by: 1L5Z-16916-AA
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2000 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.5L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT
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Ford Ranger CABLE ASY - HOOD CONTROL
Part Number: N1WZ-16916-E
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- Other Name: Release Cable
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2024-2025 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Ford Ranger Control Cable Assembly
Part Number: E9TZ-16916-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assy - Control; Cable Handle, Release Cable
- Manufacturer Note: Non-Locking
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1989-1992 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 2.9L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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Ford Ranger Control Cable Assembly
Part Number: F37Z-16916-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assy - Control; Release Cable
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1993-1994 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT A4LD, 5MT
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Ford Ranger Control Cable Assembly
Part Number: F5TZ-16916-B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable Assy - Control; Cable Assembly, Release Cable
- Manufacturer Note: Cable asy. - Hood
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Ford Ranger | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 6 Cyl 3.0L, 6 Cyl 4.0L | 4AT 4R44E, 4AT 4R55E, 4AT A4LD, 5AT 5R55E, 5MT

Ford Ranger Hood Cable

The Ford Ranger Hood Cable lets you pop your hood quickly and safely for fast access to the engine bay for checks or repairs. With a pull on the cabin handle, a twin-action operation is performed by the Hood Cable that releases the two latches. For the major part, the Ranger makes use of a long lead from the lever to a junction block. After that, two short branches reach each latch so both sides free at the same time. This multipart scheme conserves energy and prevents the hood from snagging on the corner. The operation of the safety latch is also preserved by a well-kept Ford Ranger Hood Cable. Early designs of Ford pickup trucks applied the basic design. Later models of Ford pickup trucks continued using the same design. That is because the design is inexpensive to configure and very tough as well as light. Wear and tear shows up as metallic fibers within the Hood Cable which can fray or stretch, allowing moisture in to rust. This will cause the lever to feel loose or the hood isn't unlocking, showing the Hood Cable needs replacing. For every model year of Ranger, it will be correctly fitted when you choose the correct length and end fittings.

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Ford Ranger Hood Cable Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Control Cable Assembly
F87Z-16916-BA
Q: How to remove and reinstall the hood cable and latch on the Ford Ranger?
A:
Lift hood using a piece of wood in order to provide necessary support. Place alignment marks anywhere around the Hood Latch so that they can be easily identified when it is time to realign during the reassembly process. Disconnect the bolts holding the position of the hood latch and eliminate the latch. Remove the cable bushing and raise the cable eye above the anchor post. Observe the positioning of the cable within the housing of the engine compartment and unbolt any connectors which may hold the cable. This releases the electrical harness for the hood release handle; Withdraw the screws that fasten the handle to the hood's instrument panel. Unscrew the first cable tie from holding to the steering column bracket with the tie wrap. On the side of the passenger compartment, slip the cable grommet out of the firewall and pass the cable through it. For the installation, feed the cable through the grommet in the firewall and make the cable seated well before closing the hood, move the control cable to check if the latch control function correctly.