Front Hood Lock Assembly: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the front hood.
Remove the beam COMPL - front UPR.
1. Remove each bumper clip.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Bumper Clip
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Remove the clip, and remove the bracket - grille.
CAUTION:
- To prevent damage to the bracket - grille, make sure to remove all clips.
- Be careful not to damage the front grille assembly, etc.
Fig 2: Locating Front Grille Assembly Screws
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Remove the lock assembly - front hood.
1. Remove the bolt and clip.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Lock Assembly Bolts - Front Hood
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2. Disconnect the release cable, and detach the lock assembly - front hood.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Lock Assembly Cable - Front Hood
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  NOTE: When disconnecting the release cable, refer to "FRONT HOOD OPENER" of "Remote Openers". < Ref. to FRONT HOOD OPENER , REMOVAL, Remote Openers. >