Dorman 912-082 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for Ford F-150 and Lincoln Mark LT

This Dorman hood release cable is built as a direct replacement for a worn or broken hood release cable on select Ford and Lincoln trucks. It restores the connection from the interior release handle to the hood latch and safety catch for dependable hood access.

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific vehicle applications
• Steel cable construction for strength and consistent pull action
• Plastic outer material for routing protection
• Handle included for a complete service replacement
• Length: 50.9
• Part number: 912-082

Detailed Product Overview

Designed for 2004-2008 Ford F-150 and 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT applications, this Dorman hood release cable addresses a common failure point when the original cable stretches, frays, or separates. The steel inner cable and protective plastic outer jacket are selected to match the demands of repeated hood operation while maintaining smooth movement from the latch to the safety catch. If you need a hood release cable for Ford F-150 latch to safety catch service, 912-082 provides a direct-fit replacement path.

This part cross-references Ford OE number 4L3Z16916AA for the same application. The Dorman 912-082 is a practical replacement for owners servicing a Ford F-150 or Lincoln Mark LT hood release system without changing the vehicle’s original release layout.

Common Problems This Part Can Solve

• Broken hood release cable that no longer pulls the latch
• Frayed or stretched cable causing weak hood release action
• Sticking hood release operation from damaged cable routing
• Loss of hood opening function at the interior release handle
• Failure between the latch and safety catch release path

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment before installation. This cable is specified for latch-to-safety-catch routing on 2004-2008 Ford F-150 and 2006-2008 Lincoln Mark LT models. Inspect the hood latch, safety catch, and release handle assembly during replacement so the new cable operates smoothly after installation. The included handle supports a complete repair where the original handle is damaged or missing.

Quality Assurance

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