Dorman 912-452 Hood Release Cable - Front

Dorman 912-452 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood access with this Dorman hood release cable, built as a direct replacement for a worn or broken factory cable. It uses a steel cable with a plastic outer material for dependable operation on the front hood release system.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific BMW applications
• Steel cable construction for consistent pull action
• Plastic outer material helps protect the cable assembly
• 53-inch length for the listed vehicle applications
• 1.2 mm cable diameter
• Package contents: hood release cable
• Part number: 912-452

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-452 is a hood release cable replacement for front-mounted applications on the BMW X5 and BMW X6. It is engineered to replace a damaged or worn cable that no longer transfers the pull from the interior release handle to the hood latch. This part cross-references BMW OE number 51237184456 for the same application. The Dorman 912-452 is listed for 2007-2013 BMW X5, front, and 2008-2014 BMW X6, front.

With a steel inner cable and plastic outer jacket, this replacement cable is built for the routing and movement required in the hood release system. The 53-inch length and 1.2 mm cable diameter match the specified fitment needs for these BMW models.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that prevents hood opening
• Sticking or frayed cable movement at the release handle
• Loss of tension between the interior release and hood latch
• Intermittent hood latch operation caused by cable wear
• Front hood release failure on BMW X5 and BMW X6 models

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front position before installation. Inspect the hood latch and release handle linkage during replacement, since worn related components can affect cable operation. Route the cable along the original path to avoid binding or sharp bends.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are built to directly replace failed original components on the listed applications. Part number 912-452 is intended for the specified BMW X5 and BMW X6 fitments and follows the dimensions and construction details provided for those vehicles.