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Dorman 912-014 Hood Release Cable
Reliable Hood Release Cable for Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC Vehicles
The Dorman 912-014 hood release cable is designed to provide dependable performance for select Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC trucks and SUVs. Engineered with durable materials, this cable ensures smooth hood release operation for models like the Chevrolet C1500 and GMC Yukon.
- Length: 81.9 inches for precise fitment
- Outer material: durable plastic sheath for protection
- Cable material: strong steel core for reliable tension
- Includes handle for easy hood release operation
- Compatible with multiple GM trucks and SUVs including C1500, Escalade, Tahoe, and Yukon
Durable Construction and Precise Fitment
The Dorman 912-014 hood release cable features a steel cable core encased in a protective plastic outer sheath, designed to resist wear and corrosion. Measuring 81.9 inches in length, this cable is engineered to match the original equipment specifications for a secure and accurate fit. The included handle allows for straightforward hood release, maintaining ease of use and safety. This cable is compatible with a range of Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC models such as the Chevrolet C2500 Suburban, GMC K1500, and Cadillac Escalade, ensuring proper fit and function.
Applications and Common Issues Addressed
- Replaces worn or stretched hood release cables causing difficult hood opening
- Restores proper hood release function on Chevrolet C3500 and GMC K2500 Suburban
- Solves cable breakage or fraying issues in older Cadillac Escalade models
- Eliminates sticking or binding hood release handles on GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe
- Prevents hood release failure due to damaged cable housing
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation of the Dorman 912-014 hood release cable requires basic hand tools and moderate mechanical skill. It is recommended to carefully route the cable along the original path to avoid kinks or sharp bends that could impair function. Ensure the handle is securely attached and test the hood release mechanism multiple times before completing installation. Refer to vehicle-specific service manuals for detailed removal and installation procedures on Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC models.
Quality Assurance and Warranty Information
Dorman manufactures the 912-014 hood release cable to meet or exceed OEM standards for fit, form, and function. The cable undergoes quality inspections to ensure durability and reliable operation. This part is backed by Dorman's limited warranty, providing coverage against defects in material and workmanship under normal use conditions.
| Brand | Dorman |
| Part Number | 912-014 |
| Cable Material | Steel |
| Handle Included | Yes |
| Length | 81.9 |
| Outer Material | Plastic |
| Package Contents | Hood Release Cable |
This part fits 122 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Cadillac | Escalade | N/A | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | |
| 2000 | GMC | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | GMC | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | GMC | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | GMC | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 2000 | GMC | Yukon | 5.7L | V8 | N/A | |
| 1999 | Cadillac | Escalade | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1999 | GMC | Yukon | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1998 | GMC | Yukon | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1997 | GMC | Yukon | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1996 | GMC | Yukon | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | Chevrolet | Tahoe | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | C1500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | C1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | C2500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | C2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | C3500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | K1500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | K1500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | K2500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | K2500 Suburban | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | K3500 | N/A | |||
| 1995 | GMC | Yukon | N/A |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.