Dorman 912-046 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-046 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood opening function with this Dorman hood release cable, built as a direct replacement for a worn or broken factory cable. It uses a steel cable with a plastic outer jacket and includes the handle for a complete service replacement on select Ford and Mercury vehicles.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for select applications
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull action
• Plastic outer material helps protect the cable assembly
• Handle included for a more complete repair
• Length: 83.7
• Part number: 912-046

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-046 is a hood release cable replacement designed for specific Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer models. If the original cable has stretched, frayed, or separated, this replacement restores the connection between the interior release handle and the hood latch. The steel cable is paired with a plastic outer housing to support consistent operation, while the included handle helps replace the worn control point at the same time. This part cross-references Ford OE number F77Z16916BB for the same application.

Compatible With 1997-2001 Ford Explorer and 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, this hood release cable is a practical service part for vehicles that need a direct-fit hood latch release repair. The Dorman 912-046 part number is useful when matching the replacement to the original cable during diagnosis or ordering.

Common Problems This Part Can Solve

• Broken hood release cable that no longer opens the hood
• Frayed or stretched cable causing weak pull at the handle
• Handle damage that prevents normal hood release operation
• Intermittent latch release caused by cable wear
• Need for a replacement on Ford Explorer or Mercury Mountaineer hood release systems

Installation Notes and Tips

Inspect the hood latch and release handle assembly before installation to confirm the cable is the failed component. Route the new cable along the original path to avoid binding, and verify smooth latch operation after installation. For fitment confirmation, match the vehicle year and model to the listed applications before ordering Dorman 912-046.

Quality Assurance

This replacement cable is built for direct-fit service on the listed vehicles and follows Dorman’s replacement-part approach for restoring original function on worn OE components.