Switch, Hood Ajar: Description
The latch mounted hood ajar switch is integrated into the hood latch assembly and is a single pole, spring-loaded plunger actuated switch. When the hood is closed and properly latched, the latch mounted hood ajar switch is an open circuit. The input of this switch may be used for the Vehicle Theft Alarm (VTA) system as well as for the optional remote start system. The switch is connected to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of the headlamp and dash wire harness.
The latch mounted hood ajar switch can not be adjusted or repaired. If damaged or ineffective this switch type must be replaced as a unit with the hood latch assembly.