Purpose
Detects the open/closed condition of the hood.
Function
The hood latch switch is utilized in the theft-deterrent system control.
For the theft-deterrent system, refer to (see THEFT-DETERRENT SYSTEM.).
Construction
Built into the hood latch.
Switch turns on and off by the rotation of the latch bar.
When the hood is completely closed, the hood latch switch is on (contact point: closed).

Operation
Hood close (latch) operation
1. When the hood is closed, the hood lock striker enters the latch lever groove.
2. When the hood is then further closed, the latch lever is pressed by the hood lock striker and rotates.
3. When the hood is completely closed, the latch lever is in a latched condition and presses the hood latch switch which turns the switch on.
Hood open (unlatch) operation
1. When the hood release lever is pulled, the hood opens and the latch lever is in an unlatched condition, and the hood latch switch turns off.
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Hood Latch And Release Lever Removal/Installation
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Purpose/Function
Detects the intake air pressure introduced into the cylinder as basic information
for mainly determining the fuel injection amount.
Detects the intake air pressure introduced into the cylinder and inputs it
to the PCM as an intake air pressure signal.
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Towing
Towing Description
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (front wheels) off the
ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use ...
Starter Interlock Switch Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
CAUTION:
Do not reuse the starter interlock switch if it is removed from the vehicle
even once. Replace with a new starter interlock switch when installing.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the starter interlock switch connector.
3. Verify that the contin ...