If there is no continuity, replace the hood latch.
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF].)
3. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector.
4. Inspect for continuity between the hood latch switch terminals A and B.
If there is no continuity, replace the hood latch.
5. Lock the hood latch using a flathead screwdriver or equivalent as shown.
6. Inspect for continuity between the hood latch switch terminals A and B
If there is continuity, replace the hood latch.
CAUTION:
After the inspection, unlock the hood latch. If closing the hood with the hood latch locked, the hood latch and/or hood striker may be broken.