How to remove and install the Hood Latch and Hood Release Cable on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240?

Mark the lower latches and then remove them before opening the hood. Unhook the hood release cable and safety catch then unhook the fuse box. Follow the cable to the firewall, and unlock it, and take the old cable to the compartment. Install another cable with the grommet in place.

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2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Latch Assembly
Part Number: 203-880-04-60
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- Other Name: Engine Hood Catch; Latch, Latch Assembly, Lock
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 203-880-04-60
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mercedes-Benz's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Submodels:
- 4Matic, Base | 6 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Latch Assembly
Part Number: 219-880-01-60-64
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- Other Name: Hood Lock; Latch, Latch Assembly, Lock, Striker
- Replaces: 203-880-00-60, 219-880-01-60, 219-880-00-60
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 219-880-01-60-64
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mercedes-Benz's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Submodels:
- 4Matic, Base | 6 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Safety Catch
Part Number: 203-880-02-64
$62.40 MSRP: $87.00
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- Other Name: Safety Hook; Lock
- Item Weight: 1.30 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: 203-880-02-64
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mercedes-Benz's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Submodels:
- 4Matic, Base | 6 Cyl 2.6 L GAS

2005 Mercedes-Benz C240 Hood Latch Parts Q&A

Q: How to remove and install the Hood Latch and Hood Release Cable on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C240?
A: Mark the lower latches and then remove them before opening the hood. Unhook the hood release cable and safety catch then unhook the fuse box. Follow the cable to the firewall, and unlock it, and take the old cable to the compartment. Install another cable with the grommet in place.