Thank you. I can tell you with 100% certainty that you're holding the hood ajar switch connector. Why it's not connected I wouldn't have a clue. Good luck with it and sorry if I came across a little harsh. Just frustrating when you're sure you know the answer but you don't have enough info to be absolutely sure.

BTW, that first picture makes that connector look a lot larger that it really is due to the perspective of the shot and that's why I was having trouble identifying it and wanted a shot of it from the front.

Take care