Dorman 912-404 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for 2013 Ford Fusion

This Dorman hood release cable is a direct replacement for a worn, stretched, or broken hood release cable on the 2013 Ford Fusion. Built with a steel cable and plastic outer material, it restores the connection between the interior handle and the hood latch release point.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific vehicle applications
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull strength
• Plastic outer jacket helps protect the cable during routing
• Handle included for service where the interior release handle is part of the repair
• Length: 1500 mm
• Cable diameter: 1.2 mm
• Part number: 912-404

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-404 is a hood release cable replacement made for the 2013 Ford Fusion, with fitment noted for vehicles built to 5/09/13 and for the cable-to-handle application. It is intended to replace the original cable assembly when the factory cable no longer transmits the pull needed to release the hood. This part cross-references Ford OE number DS7Z16916C for the same application.

For buyers searching for a 2013 Ford Fusion hood release cable, Ford Fusion hood latch release cable replacement, or Dorman 912-404 hood release cable, this part provides the correct service-style replacement for the listed vehicle and configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that no longer opens the hood
• Stretched cable with excessive slack at the handle
• Frayed or binding cable movement inside the sheath
• Loss of hood release function after cable wear or separation
• Handle-to-cable connection issues on the listed Ford Fusion application

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle build date and application before ordering, since this part is listed for 2013 Ford Fusion models built to 5/09/13. Route the cable along the original path to avoid sharp bends, pinch points, or interference with moving components. Confirm the handle connection and hood release operation after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are built for direct-fit service on specific applications, with materials selected to match the demands of the original hood release system. Part number 912-404 is specified for the listed Ford Fusion fitment and OE cross-reference application.