Dorman 912-434 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for Toyota Sequoia and Tundra

Dorman 912-434 is a direct replacement hood release cable for specific Toyota applications. It is built with a steel cable and plastic outer jacket to replace a worn, stretched, or broken hood release cable and restore normal hood opening function.

Compatible with 2008-2018 Toyota Sequoia and 2007-2013 Toyota Tundra, this hood release cable includes the handle and follows the original-style routing and length for a direct-fit repair. Dorman 912-434 is a practical OE-style solution when the factory cable no longer releases the hood reliably.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific Toyota vehicles
• Steel cable construction with plastic outer material
• 85.4 in. length for application-specific fitment
• Handle included for a complete cable assembly replacement
• Latch not included
• Fits 2008-2018 Toyota Sequoia and 2007-2013 Toyota Tundra

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-434 is engineered to replace the original hood release cable on select Toyota Sequoia and Toyota Tundra models. The steel inner cable provides the strength needed for repeated hood release operation, while the plastic outer jacket helps protect the cable during routing through the vehicle body. With an 85.4-inch length and a 1.2 cable diameter, this part is built to match the application-specific dimensions required for proper operation. This part cross-references OE number 536010C010B0 for the same application.

Use Dorman 912-434 when the hood release cable on a Toyota Sequoia or Toyota Tundra is no longer functioning as it should. The part number 912-434 is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles that need a new hood release cable assembly with the handle included.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Broken hood release cable that prevents the hood from opening
• Stretched cable that no longer pulls the latch fully
• Frayed or binding cable movement at the release handle
• Intermittent hood release operation caused by cable wear
• Damaged original cable assembly on Toyota Sequoia or Toyota Tundra

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment before installation by matching the model year and original cable routing. Inspect the hood latch and release handle area for wear or damage before installing the new cable. Because the latch is not included, reuse or replace the latch separately if needed. Confirm smooth cable movement after installation and test hood release operation several times before closing the repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are built to directly replace worn or broken original components on specific vehicle applications. Part number 912-434 is made for fitment-focused repair on Toyota Sequoia and Toyota Tundra models listed above.