Safety mechanisms to ensure that the hood does not open when the vehicle is in motion, nor can it be opened from outside the vehicle.
LOCATION
The hood lock is usually located at the front of the car, just below the front edge of the hood.
COMMON FAULT SYMPTOMS
- Jamming or blocking
- Difficulty releasing the hood
- Difficulty closing the hood
- Corrosion
- Lock or cylinder damage
- Electrical wiring problems
- Electrical actuator failure
- Internal release lever failure
- Torn or broken release cable
- Security system problems
FAULT EFFECTS
- Inability to open or close the hood
- Insecurity
- Inconvenience
- Road safety problems
- Additional repair costs
- Paint damage
- Difficulty in passing technical inspection
