Dorman 912-401 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-401 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood opening function with this Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-401. It is built with a steel cable and plastic outer material to directly replace a worn or broken cable on select Ford Fusion models.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific Ford Fusion applications
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull action
• Plastic outer material
• 59.25 in. overall length
• 1.2 mm cable diameter
• Latch not included
• Handle not included
• Package contents: hood release cable

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-401 is a hood release cable replacement for 2014-2018 Ford Fusion models and 2013 Ford Fusion models built from 5/10/13, cable to handle. This cable is intended to replace a damaged or worn original cable and restore the connection between the interior release handle and the hood latch system. The steel inner cable and plastic outer jacket are specified for this application, with a 59.25-inch length and 1.2 mm cable diameter to match the vehicle routing requirements. Part number 912-401 is also cross-referenced to DS7Z16916F for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Broken hood release cable on a Ford Fusion
• Stretched cable that no longer pulls the hood latch correctly
• Frayed or binding cable movement at the release handle
• Loss of hood-opening function caused by cable failure
• Replacement of the cable-to-handle section on listed Fusion models

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2014-2018 Ford Fusion, cable to handle. Fits 2013 Ford Fusion, cable to handle, from 5/10/13. Verify routing, attachment points, and vehicle build date before installation. Transfer or reuse the existing handle and latch components if they are serviceable, since the package contents include the hood release cable only.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match the original application requirements for direct-fit service. Part number 912-401 is built for the listed Ford Fusion fitments and follows the specified cable dimensions for proper replacement.