Dorman 912-556 Hood Release Cable

Hood Release Cable for Mustang

This Dorman hood release cable is a direct replacement for a worn, stretched, or broken hood release cable on select Ford vehicles. Built for 2018-2023 Ford Mustang applications, Part Number 912-556 restores the mechanical connection between the interior release handle and the hood latch.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for specific Ford Mustang model years
• Metal cable construction with a plastic outer jacket for routing protection
• Hex button end on one side and cylinder end on the other for proper connection points
• No handle included and no latch included
• Measures 2235 mm in length with a 1.2 mm cable diameter
• Cross-references Ford JR3Z16916B for the same application

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-556 is a hood release cable replacement built to match the original cable layout used on 2018-2023 Ford Mustang models. It is intended for vehicles where the hood release cable has failed due to wear, breakage, or loss of tension. The metal inner cable and plastic outer sheath are specified to support consistent hood release operation while maintaining the factory-style routing and end connections.

For buyers searching for a 2018-2023 Ford Mustang hood release cable, a Mustang hood latch release cable replacement, or Dorman 912-556, this part provides a direct-fit service solution for the listed application. It is also a practical match for shoppers looking up Ford Mustang hood release cable Part Number 912-556.

What It Helps Fix

• Broken hood release cable that no longer opens the hood
• Stretched cable that creates excess slack at the release handle
• Binding or inconsistent hood release operation
• Damaged cable outer jacket that can affect cable movement
• Failed original cable on 2018-2023 Ford Mustang vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year and application before installation. Route the cable to match the original path and confirm both end types align with the factory connection points. Inspect the hood latch and interior release mechanism for wear before installing the new cable, since damaged related components can affect release performance.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures replacement parts engineered for direct-fit service on specific vehicle applications. Part Number 912-556 is built as a replacement hood release cable for the listed Ford Mustang fitment.