- Releases the hood latch mechanism that opens your vehicle’s hood
- Connects the hood release handle to the hood latch mechanism
- Replace if your hood release handle is stuck or is not working
The Hood Release Cable on your Nissan links the hood release handle located in the cabin of your Nissan to the hood latch on the front of your vehicle. When the hood release handle is engaged, it pulls the Hood Release Cable and allows the hood latch to release or “pop” the hood.
If the Hood Release Cable is broken or missing, you likely won't be able to open the hood since the hood release handle would have nothing connecting it to the hood latch. Without a functioning Hood Release Cable, you would likely need to unlatch your hood by methods not recommended by Nissan, as they could damage the hood latch and cause it to open while driving. Performing any methods to open your vehicle's hood outside of pulling the hood release handle may damage the hood latch or other components around the hood latch.
Over time, the Hood Release Cable can wear out or rust, which can cause it to get stuck or even break apart during use. Your Hood Release Cable may need to be replaced if you don't feel the hood pop when you pull the hood release handle or if the release handle feels harder to pull.
If it's time to replace your Hood Release Cable, buy a genuine replacement Hood Release Cable from Nissan Parts directly. Our genuine replacement parts are durability-tested, custom-fitted, and designed for your specific Nissan model and year.
This Hood Release Cable, part 65621JA000, fits Nissan Maxima 2009-2014. Find more fitment information under the What This Fits tab.
CABLE ASSY-HOOD LOCK CONTROL
Fits Altima, Maxima