Dorman 912-042 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-042 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood latch operation with this Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-042. It is built with a steel cable and plastic outer jacket to directly replace a worn or broken cable on select Ford trucks and SUVs.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific Ford applications
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull action
• Plastic outer material helps protect the cable assembly
• Handle included for a complete hood release setup
• Length: 78.7
• Package contents: Hood Release Cable

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-042 is a hood release cable replacement for select 1992-1997 Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Ford Bronco, and 1997 Ford F-250 HD applications. If the original cable is frayed, seized, or broken, this replacement restores the mechanical connection between the interior release handle and the hood latch. The steel inner cable and protective plastic outer jacket are specified to match the needs of these Ford truck and SUV platforms. This part cross-references Ford F2TZ16916A and SKP SK721016 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that prevents the hood from opening
• Frayed or stretched cable causing weak latch release
• Sticking hood release operation from cable wear
• Loss of interior hood release handle function
• Intermittent hood latch release on older Ford trucks and Bronco models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment before installation. Route the cable along the original path and confirm the latch and handle move freely after installation. Check the hood latch mechanism for binding or corrosion, since a worn latch can affect cable performance. Compatible With 1997 Ford F-250 HD, 1992-1997 Ford F-350, 1992-1996 Ford Bronco, 1992-1996 Ford F-150, and 1992-1996 Ford F-250.

Quality Assurance

Manufactured by Dorman as a direct replacement part for select Ford hood release cable applications. Part number 912-042 is built to replace the original cable on the listed vehicles with the specified construction and fitment.