Dorman - HD Solutions Hood Latch Assembly P/N:315-5203CD
If your hood no longer opens or closes the way it should, this Dorman hood latch, part number 315-5203 from the HD Solutions heavy-duty line, is built to take the place of a worn or damaged original. It installs as a direct-fit replacement on the left side of the 2003-2008 Freightliner Columbia.
Dorman lists this part as a heavy-duty hood latch kit. It is designed to fit and work like the original equipment latch and uses corrosion-resistant materials for dependable service. If a sticking, binding or failed 2003-2008 Freightliner Columbia hood latch is keeping your hood from opening or closing properly, this unit replaces it.
Position: left side. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for full application details.
Interchange: S-19251
S19251 · HLK1019 · A1715553000
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What does a hood latch do?
It holds the hood securely closed and releases it when the hood release is operated. The Dorman 315-5203 is the left-side latch for its listed application.
Which trucks does the Dorman 315-5203 fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the left side of the 2003-2008 Freightliner Columbia. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for full application details.
What are signs a hood latch may need replacing?
Possible signs are a hood that won't open or close properly, won't stay latched, or a latch that sticks or binds. Check the release cable and linkage too before replacing the latch.
Is the latch hard to install?
No special tools are required. Follow the vehicle's service information for the correct procedure and fasteners.
Is the latch built to resist corrosion?
Yes. Dorman uses corrosion-resistant materials, including a corrosion-resistant housing, to add durability and help guard against functional deterioration.
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WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.