Uploaded September 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago

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This DIY details how to replace the entire hood latch and cable system from the interior handle to the the hood latch itself. The car in the video is an 02/2000 BMW E39 M5.

Parts:

(6) Torx bolts for hood latches: 07146985055
(2) Hood latches: 51238203859
(1) Bowden cable from interior handle to junction box: 51238176595
(1) Bowden cable junction box to first latch: 51238190754
(1) Bowden cable between hood latches: 51238176596
*(1) Aux Fan: 64546921395
*(4) Aux Fan Nuts: 22316760944

*Optional parts

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