Dorman 912-488 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-488 Hood Release Cable

Restore hood opening function with this Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-488. It is built as a direct replacement for a worn or broken cable on specific vehicle applications, with a steel cable construction and clamp-style ends for a secure connection.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for select vehicles
• Steel cable material for durable operation
• 65-inch length
• Clamp end 1 and clamp end 2 for installation-specific routing
• No latch included
• No handle included
• Package contents: release cable only

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-488 is a hood release cable replacement for drivers dealing with a broken, stretched, or seized hood release system. The steel cable and steel outer material provide a serviceable replacement path for vehicles that use clamp-style cable ends and a 65-inch cable length. When the original cable no longer transfers pull force from the interior release handle to the hood latch, this replacement helps restore normal hood access on the correct application. This part number 912-488 is listed as a direct replacement for OE cross-reference 15708316.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that no longer opens the hood
• Frayed or stretched cable causing weak pull action
• Seized cable movement from corrosion or wear
• Loss of hood latch release response at the handle
• Intermittent hood opening caused by cable failure

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify cable length, end style, and routing before installation. Compare the original cable path, clamp locations, and connection points to the replacement part number 912-488 to confirm proper application. Because latch and handle are not included, reuse the existing components if they are in serviceable condition. For vehicle-specific fitment, confirm the exact year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement parts for direct-fit service applications, and this hood release cable is built to replace the original cable on specific vehicles. Confirm fitment for your application before installation.