{"product_id":"premium-engine-hood-latch-lock-assembly-w-sensor-for-vw-jetta-passat-beetle-oem-16d823509-5c7823509","title":"Premium Engine Hood Latch Lock Assembly w\/ Sensor for VW Jetta Passat Beetle | OEM 16D823509 5C7823509","description":"\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eSecure Your Hood and Stop Random Car Alarms with OEM-Grade Precision!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eIs your hood not snapping, popping open slightly, or is it completely stuck? To make matters worse, your dashboard will constantly display the \"hood open\" warning light, causing the car alarm to go off randomly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eA faulty hood latch is not only an annoying electrical problem – it's a serious safety hazard. If a worn latch fails on the highway, your hood can be ejected. Replace rusted or electronically faulty factory latches with our Premium Engi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e, engineered to restore absolute security and peace of mind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePremium Engine Hood Latch Lock Assembly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e⚙️ Exact OEM Fitment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eDesigned for direct plug-in refurbishment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e16D823509\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e5C7823509\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eBolts directly to your front radiator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e⚡ Integrated Microswitch Sensor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePre-installed with new high-quality electric micro switches. Instantly eliminates false \"hood open\" dashboard warnings, stopping annoying parasitic battery drain and random alarms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e🛡️ Heavy-Duty Construction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eManufactured from high-strength forged steel and treated with a premium anti-corrosion zinc coating to withstand harsh weather, road salt, and extreme under-hood temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e🚗 Restores Smooth Operation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeatures a powerful return spring and pre-lubricated mechanism, ensuring your hood opens smoothly and closes with a solid, reassuring \"thud.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eProduct Specifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eEngine Hood Latch \/ Front Bonnet Catch Lock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMechanical Latch + Electrical Microswitch Sensor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eReference OE\/OEM Numbers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e16D823509, 5C7823509, 16D 823 509, 5C7 823 509\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eBroad Vehicle Compatibility (Fitment):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eVolkswagen Jetta (MK6):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2011 - 2018 (Sedan models)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eVolkswagen Passat (B7\/NMS North American):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2012 - 2022\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eVolkswagen Beetle (5C):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2012 - 2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e(Note: Please verify your original part number visually or match the electrical connector before purchasing).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e💡 Mechanic’s Pro Tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eBefore bolting the new latch tightly, lower the hood gently to ensure the striker aligns perfectly with the latch opening. Once centered, tighten the bolts! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eto prevent future rusting and keep the cable pulling smoothly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003eRegularly spray white lithium grease into the latch mechanism every time you change your oil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vwpartly","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52218225557787,"sku":null,"price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/5972\/9435\/files\/16D8235095C7823509_1.png?v=1778941460","url":"https:\/\/vwpartly.com\/products\/premium-engine-hood-latch-lock-assembly-w-sensor-for-vw-jetta-passat-beetle-oem-16d823509-5c7823509","provider":"VW Partly Auto Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}