Dorman 912-472 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-472 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood access with a direct replacement hood release cable for select Lexus ES300 and Toyota Camry applications. Dorman 912-472 is built with a steel cable and plastic outer jacket to replace a worn, stretched, or broken original cable on covered vehicles.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific vehicle applications
• Steel cable construction for dependable pull strength
• Plastic outer material helps protect the cable during routing
• Length: 2101.4
• Cable diameter: 1.56
• Handle not included
• Latch not included

Product Details

This hood release cable is intended for 1997-2001 Lexus ES300 and 1997-2001 Toyota Camry models, including Toyota Camry made in Japan. It follows the original-style routing and function needed to open the hood from inside the vehicle. Part number 912-472 is a practical OE-style replacement when the factory cable no longer operates smoothly or has failed completely.

This part cross-references Toyota 5363033130 for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Solve

• Broken hood release cable that no longer pulls the latch
• Stretched cable causing weak or inconsistent hood release action
• Frayed or seized cable movement inside the sheath
• Difficulty opening the hood for routine service access
• Loss of interior hood release function on covered Lexus ES300 and Toyota Camry vehicles

Installation Notes

Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and build details before installation. Route the cable to match the original path and confirm smooth movement at the release handle and hood latch after installation. Because the handle and latch are not included, reuse the existing components if they are serviceable.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement cables are built for direct-fit service on specific applications and are backed by the brand’s OE-style replacement focus. Part number 912-472 is made to restore normal hood release operation on the listed vehicles.