Dorman 912-183 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-183 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood latch operation with this Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-183. It is built with a steel cable and plastic outer material, and it includes the handle for a direct replacement on select Chevrolet and GMC trucks.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for worn or broken original cables
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull strength
• Plastic outer jacket helps protect the cable routing
• Handle included for a complete hood release assembly
• Length: 78
• Package contents: Hood release cable

Detailed Description

The Dorman 912-183 hood release cable is made for specific 1988-1994 Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 applications, as well as 1988-1994 GMC C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, and K3500 applications. It is a direct-fit replacement for the original hood release cable on these vehicles, helping restore normal hood opening function when the factory cable is stretched, frayed, or broken. This part cross-references OE-style part number 15981137 and SKP SK721067 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
• Damaged handle assembly at the interior release point
• Sticking or inconsistent hood latch release on older trucks
• Loss of proper hood opening function after cable wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify routing and attachment points against the original cable before installation. This hood release cable is listed for N/A position applications and should be matched to the vehicle’s existing hood release setup on compatible Chevrolet C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, K3500 and GMC C1500, C2500, C3500, K1500, K2500, K3500 models. Confirm fitment by year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to directly replace worn original components on specific vehicles. This hood release cable is built for the listed applications and uses steel cable construction with a protective plastic outer layer for service replacement use.