Dorman 912-185 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-185 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood latch operation with this Dorman hood release cable, built as a direct replacement for a worn or broken cable on select Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird models. The 92-inch steel cable with a plastic outer material is made for the specific vehicle applications listed below, and the handle is included for a complete service replacement.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for select GM applications
• 92-inch length for the listed vehicle fitments
• Steel cable construction with a plastic outer material
• Handle included for the hood release assembly
• Package contents: hood release cable
• Part number 912-185 for easy identification

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-185 is a hood release cable replacement for 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and 1993-2002 Pontiac Firebird models. It is built to replace a damaged, stretched, or non-functioning factory cable and restore normal hood opening operation. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

For buyers searching for a 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro hood release cable or a 1993-2002 Pontiac Firebird hood release cable, this part number 912-185 provides a direct-fit service solution for the listed vehicles. The steel inner cable is paired with a plastic outer jacket to match the original routing and function on the specified applications.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that will not pull the latch
• Stretched cable causing weak or inconsistent hood release
• Seized or binding cable movement at the handle
• Damaged original cable on Camaro or Firebird hood latch systems
• Loss of normal hood opening function after cable failure

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle fitment before installation by matching the year, make, and model to the listed applications. Route the replacement cable along the original path and confirm smooth handle movement before closing the hood. For 1993-2002 Chevrolet Camaro and Pontiac Firebird applications, inspect the latch and release points for wear so the new cable operates correctly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are built for direct-fit service on the specified applications. Part number 912-185 is engineered to replace the original hood release cable on the listed Camaro and Firebird vehicles.