Replace a stretched, frayed or snapped cable with the Dorman hood release cable, part number 912-469, a rear hood release cable assembly built to take the place of a worn-out or broken original. It installs as a direct-fit replacement for the 2004-2010 BMW X3. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine details.
When the cable stretches, frays or snaps, pulling the interior release handle may no longer unlatch the hood. This Dorman hood cable is designed to match the original cable on the listed applications, helping transmit the pull from the release handle toward the hood latch.
- Direct replacement: made to match the original cable on the listed vehicles.
- Durable construction: produced within strict tolerances for dependable long-term use.
- Cost-effective solution: comparable quality at a lower cost than a dealership replacement.
- Trustworthy value: backed by a team of engineers and quality control specialists in the United States.
If a stretched or broken cable is why your hood won't release, replacing it with 912-469 addresses that failure. Inspect the hood latch and release handle too, since either can cause the same symptom.
Interchange: 51223401116 · 51223410116 · 51223434832 · SK721111
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
51223401116, 51223410116, 51223434832, SK721111
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right hood release cable for a 2004-2010 BMW X3?
It is listed as a direct-fit rear hood release cable for the 2004-2010 BMW X3. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section to confirm your specific vehicle.
What does a hood release cable do?
It helps transmit the pull from the interior release handle toward the hood latch so the latch can let go and the hood can be raised.
What are the signs a hood release cable may need replacing?
A handle that feels loose or pulls with no resistance, a hood that won't pop, or a visibly frayed or kinked cable. Check the latch and handle too, since they can cause similar symptoms.
Which part numbers does Dorman 912-469 replace?
It cross-references 51223401116, 51223410116, 51223434832 and SK721111.
Why choose this Dorman cable over a dealer part?
It offers comparable quality at a lower cost than a dealership replacement, is manufactured within strict tolerances, and is backed by engineers and quality control experts in the United States.
