Hey I just did this replacement it was not that hard. You will need to remove the bolts on the hood latch I think m30 torx(?) You need to remove the headlight on the side where the release cable mounts (for ease of install). So once you unscreww the latch carefully lift it out, there are cables connected to it. Once it is loosely pulled out on the side with the cable there is a small plastic latch pinch it to release it the cable. Inside the hook portion you should be able to see the connection point. A pick will release it. One of the last things to release is the cable from its grooves in the radiator bracket, the pick makes quick work of it. Then pull the old cable from the latch area paying attention to where it gets caught up. Feed the new one in reverse and make sure to attach the cable to the latch prior to synching it back into place. Hope this helps someone.
