Section 01-02: Body Panels, Front End | 1996 F-150, F-250, F-350, F-Super Duty and Bronco Workshop Manual |
The hood (16612) is the front-opening type and is secured with a primary and secondary latch. The primary hood latch (16700) is operated from a pull-control inside the cab. The secondary latch is accessible from the front of the vehicle once the primary latch is released.
When open, the hood is supported by two hood assist spring (16C644) assemblies.