Dorman 912-438 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for Super Duty Trucks

Dorman 912-438 is a direct replacement hood release cable for specific Ford Super Duty applications. It is built with a steel cable and plastic outer material to replace a worn or broken hood release cable on the hood latch to safety catch path.

• Direct replacement hood release cable for select Ford trucks
• Steel cable construction with plastic outer jacket
• Length: 15
• Cable diameter: 1.2
• Package contents: hood release cable
• Latch not included
• Handle not included

Detailed Product Information

This Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-438, is made for 2011-2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2011-2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty models in the latch to safety catch position. It replaces a damaged or stretched cable that prevents the hood from releasing properly. This part cross-references Ford BC3Z16916B for the same application.

Use Dorman 912-438 when you need a replacement hood release cable for Ford F-250 Super Duty or Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks with the original cable routing from the latch to the safety catch. The steel inner cable helps transmit pull force, while the plastic outer material supports routing and protection along the hood release path.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Broken hood release cable that will not pull the latch
• Stretched cable causing weak or inconsistent hood release
• Frayed cable that binds during operation
• Hood release failure after cable corrosion or wear
• Difficulty opening the hood for service access

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and cable routing before installation. This cable is listed for the latch to safety catch position on 2011-2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2011-2017 Ford F-350 Super Duty trucks. Compare the original cable length and end routing to confirm proper replacement fitment. Latch and handle are not included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are built to directly replace worn OE components on specific applications. Part number 912-438 is engineered for the listed Ford Super Duty fitments and follows the original cable-style replacement format for service repair.