Dorman 912-459 Hood Release Cable - Front

Dorman 912-459 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood access with a direct replacement hood release cable for select BMW applications. Dorman 912-459 is built with a steel cable and plastic outer jacket to replace a worn, stretched, or broken original cable on the front of the vehicle.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific BMW 5 Series and M5 applications
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull strength
• Plastic outer material helps protect the cable during routing
• Length: 565.2
• Cable diameter: 1.2
• Package contents: hood release cable only
• No latch included
• No handle included

Detailed Description

This Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-459, is made to replace the original cable on select BMW models when the factory cable breaks, binds, or no longer releases the hood smoothly. It is a front-position cable for 1997-2003 BMW 528i, 1997-2003 BMW 540i, 2000-2003 BMW M5, 2001-2003 BMW 525i, and 2001-2003 BMW 530i applications. This part cross-references BMW 51238176596 for the same application.

Use Dorman 912-459 when you need a replacement hood release cable for BMW 528i, BMW 540i, or BMW M5 models with a failed original cable. The steel inner cable and protective outer jacket support consistent hood release operation while matching the vehicle-specific routing requirements of the original setup.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that will not pull the latch
• Stretched cable that no longer releases the hood cleanly
• Binding or sticking hood release operation
• Frayed cable caused by wear over time
• Loss of hood access after the original cable fails

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front-position application before installation. Route the cable along the original path to avoid sharp bends or interference, and confirm the hood latch releases smoothly after installation. This part includes the hood release cable only; latch and handle are not included.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement parts for direct-fit repair applications, and this cable is built to replace the original hood release cable on the listed BMW vehicles. Part number 912-459 is intended for vehicle-specific service where the factory cable has failed.