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Old Oct 13, 2013 | 02:01 PM
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i have a 99 limited xj the driver side hood latch the one thats welded/rivited to the hood isnt locking ...is there a way to fix it or do i have to figure out how to replace it??
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Old Oct 13, 2013 | 02:22 PM
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I had to replace one of mine a couple of years ago. I tried PB on it hoping that it would free up and function but no joy. Replaced it with a new one from the dealer. Cost about $30 or so if I remember correctly. Mine is secured with Torx fasteners....
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