Dorman 912-031 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for Select GM Vehicles

This Dorman hood release cable is a direct replacement for a worn or broken hood release cable on select Chevrolet, Buick, and Pontiac vehicles. Built with a steel cable and plastic outer material, it is made to restore hood-opening function on applications such as the Chevrolet Impala, Buick LaCrosse, and Pontiac Grand Prix.

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific GM applications
• Steel cable construction with plastic outer material
• 86.8 in. length
• Handle not included
• Package contents: hood release cable

Detailed Product Information

Dorman 912-031 is a hood release cable replacement for vehicles where the original cable has stretched, frayed, or broken. It is engineered for direct replacement use on 2004-2008 Pontiac Grand Prix, 2005-2009 Buick Allure and Buick LaCrosse, 2006-2008 Chevrolet Impala, 2006-2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 2009-2013 Chevrolet Impala, and 2014-2016 Chevrolet Impala Limited. This part cross-references 10311086 and SK721055 for the same application. The 912-031 part number is a practical choice when servicing a Chevrolet Impala hood release cable or replacing a Buick LaCrosse hood release cable with the correct OE-style routing and length.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Broken hood release cable that prevents the hood from opening
• Frayed or stretched cable causing poor release action
• Intermittent hood latch operation from cable wear
• Loss of tension in the hood release mechanism
• Replacement need after cable damage on Chevrolet Impala, Buick LaCrosse, or Pontiac Grand Prix applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, and model before installation. This listing includes the cable only; it does not include the handle or latch assembly. Confirm the cable routing and attachment points match the original setup on your vehicle before installation. The 86.8-inch length should be checked against the removed cable to ensure proper fitment on the intended application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement parts for direct-fit service applications, and this hood release cable is built to replace the original cable on the listed vehicles with the correct material construction and fitment profile.