Dorman 912-703 Hood Release Cable

Dorman 912-703 Hood Release Cable for Corolla

Restore hood latch operation with this Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-703. It is built as a direct replacement for a worn or broken cable on select Toyota Corolla models, with a steel inner cable and plastic outer jacket for dependable routing and pull action.

Key Features

• Direct replacement hood release cable for select Toyota Corolla applications
• Steel cable construction for consistent pull strength
• Plastic outer material helps protect the cable during routing
• 1990 length and 4.05 cable diameter for application-specific fitment
• Latch not included
• Handle not included
• Part number 912-703

Detailed Description

Dorman 912-703 is a hood release cable replacement for 2014-2018 Toyota Corolla models. It is made to replace a damaged, stretched, or seized original cable and follows the vehicle-specific routing needed for proper hood latch operation. The steel cable core and plastic outer material are selected for durability in a body control cable application, while the direct-fit design supports a clean replacement on the Corolla platform. This part cross-references Toyota 5363002280 for the same application.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Broken hood release cable that prevents the hood from opening
• Stretched cable that no longer releases the latch cleanly
• Seized or binding cable movement at the handle or latch end
• Frayed cable strands from age, corrosion, or repeated use
• Intermittent hood latch release on 2014-2018 Toyota Corolla vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the existing cable routing and attachment points before removal. Transfer any reusable clips or retainers from the original setup if required by the vehicle. Confirm that the hood latch releases smoothly after installation and that the handle travel feels normal. This part does not include a latch or handle, so reuse or replace those components separately if needed.

Quality Assurance

Manufactured by Dorman as a direct replacement body control cable for specific vehicle applications, this hood release cable is built to match the intended fitment for 2014-2018 Toyota Corolla models. Part number 912-703 is intended for repair work where the original hood release cable has failed.