Dorman 912-199 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for Ford Ranger

This Dorman hood release cable is a direct replacement for a worn, stretched, or broken hood latch cable on select Ford Ranger trucks. Built with a steel cable and plastic outer material, it is made to restore reliable hood opening function on 1995-1997 Ford Ranger applications.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for select Ford Ranger models
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull strength
• Plastic outer jacket helps protect the cable during operation
• 85.1-inch length for the specified application
• Replacement for OE part number F5TZ16916B
• Dorman Part Number 912-199

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-199 is a hood release cable engineered for 1995-1997 Ford Ranger trucks. It replaces the original cable used to connect the interior hood release handle to the hood latch, helping restore normal hood-opening operation when the factory cable is frayed, seized, or broken. This part cross-references F5TZ16916B for the same application. If you are searching for a Ford Ranger hood release cable replacement, Dorman 912-199 provides the correct fitment for the listed years and model.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that will not pull the latch
• Stretched cable causing weak or inconsistent hood release
• Frayed or binding cable movement
• Hood latch that cannot be opened from inside the vehicle
• Loss of normal hood access for routine service checks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment before installation. This cable is listed for 1995-1997 Ford Ranger, N/A position. Inspect the hood latch and release handle assembly for wear before replacing the cable, and route the new cable along the original path to avoid binding or sharp bends. Handle is not included.

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 specified Ford Ranger models. Part number 912-199 is intended for the listed fitment and OE cross-reference application.