If a stretched or snapped cable is why your hood won't open, the Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-036, is built to replace it on the 2004-2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005-2010 Pontiac G6. It comes as a cable with handle and links the interior release handle to the hood latch, so a pull on the handle draws the cable and releases the latch.
Dorman designed this cable to take the place of a worn-out or broken original on the listed applications:
- Direct replacement: made to match the original cable on the listed vehicles.
- Durable construction: manufactured within strict tolerances for reliable longevity.
- Cost-effective solution: comparable quality at a lower cost than a replacement bought at the dealership.
- Trustworthy value: backed by a team of engineers and quality-control experts in the United States.
A hood release cable may need replacing if the handle feels slack or loose, the pull is unusually stiff, or the hood stays latched when the handle is pulled. A sticking hood latch can cause similar symptoms, so check the cause before replacing parts. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for trim and engine details.
Interchange: 15861510 · 15870863 · 15936419 · 15936421 · 22666966 · 22717575 · 22717576 · 25817510 · 25817511 · 25878724 · SK721056
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
15861510, 15870863, 15936419, 15936421, 22666966, 22717575, 22717576, 25817510, 25817511, 25878724, SK721056
Frequently Asked Questions
Which vehicles does this hood release cable fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2004-2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005-2010 Pontiac G6. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for trim and engine details.
Does the Dorman hood cable come with a handle?
Yes. Dorman lists part 912-036 as a hood release cable with handle.
What does a hood release cable do?
It links the interior release handle to the hood latch. Pulling the handle draws the cable, which releases the latch so the hood can be opened.
What are signs a hood release cable may need replacing?
Signs include a slack or loose handle, an unusually stiff pull, or a hood that stays latched when the handle is pulled. A sticking latch can cause similar symptoms, so check it too.
How does it compare with the original cable?
Dorman makes it to match the original cable on the listed vehicles, within strict tolerances. It offers comparable quality at a lower cost than a dealership replacement.
