If you have a problem with your hood not closing on your 1990-2001 Acura Integra or Honda Civic, this video will help. It will also work for most other Hondas and Acura’s as well as most of them use this type of set up.
Many times the problem is in the latch assembly, for me it was the cable that was the problem. Either way, this video shows how to repair both issues. Since the Honda Civic is on the same platform as the Acura Integra, the procedures are virtually identical.
Rusty latches can be reconditioned. If I get another one in the shop I’ll demonstrate that procedure. If you wish to recondition a rusty latch, I’d recommend sand blasting and then lubricating with lithium grease when you’re done.
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Parts
Hood Cable Part #: 74130-ST7-A00
Integra Hood Cable: http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/oe-acura/74130st7a00
Cable Clips: http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/acura/integra-hatchback/90654sa4003/2001-year/type-r-trim/5-speed-manual-engine/body-air-conditioning-cat/engine-hood-scat/?part_name=clip-wire-harness-6mm-white
Hood Latch Assembly: http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/acura/integra-hatchback/74120st7a02/2001-year/type-r-trim/5-speed-manual-engine/body-air-conditioning-cat/engine-hood-scat/?part_name=lock-assy-hood
Fender Clips: http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org/acura/integra-hatchback/91501s04003/2001-year/type-r-trim/5-speed-manual-engine/body-air-conditioning-cat/front-fender-scat/?part_name=clip-fender-inner
Where I get my Honda antennas from: http://www.hondapartsnow.com
Where I get my Acura antennas from: http://www.acuraautomotiveparts.org
Tools
Clip Removal Tool set: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/gearwrench-41850-3-piece-body-clip-set#oid=1002_1
WD-40: http://wd40.com
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I had this issue on my Integra for the last 7 years or so…always did the screwdriver trick. I'm finally getting around to doing something about it. Like yours, mine was also an issue with friction on the cable, and not the actual hinge/latch. That looked like a pain to replace the cable— so in my case what worked as a quick solution was an adjustment of the position of the latch mechanism. As you alluded to in the video by making markings, there is some play to where you can position the latch, about 1/4 inch in each direction. I loosened the three bolts, and positioned the latch as high up toward the hood as it would go, then tightened the bolts. Locks every time now. Whether it's because this allows the hood hook to push deeper into the latch, or because it changes the angle of the cable, I don't know, but I don't really care as long as it works.
Thanks man you solved the problem
on the honda factory line they use dish soap mixed with water for all rubber grommets and door window seal install. Much cheaper than silicone spray
My Integra has the same problem. Doesn't close all the way when you drop the hood. Looks like I need to replace my cable as well.
Eric, your videos set the standard for DIY car repair. They are always easy to follow, well explained and great video quality . My integra has this exact problem and now I can fix it.Keep up the great work!
mine is having the same problem. all I did was i lift the handle where to pop the hood and I let go of the hood and before it hits my finger. i let go and it shuts.
Cool video! While you were filming under the dash I noticed it looks like your CMC is leaking at the rod boot. Common problem on Civics. Guess its the same with Integras?
Anyone happen to know if the part number of the cable he used is the same for a civic del sol? It looks about the same, but I'd like to be sure it's the right length.
I simply couldn't see that rust and leave it be… At least squirt some old motor oil into the box section so it can spread and soak in. Oh, the humanity! 🙂
Please make a video on how to clean the engine bay…