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Fiesta 16 Plate Bonnet Latch Stuck

DanG479
DanG479
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Hi,

Tried opening my bonnet yesterday and I think the latch has seized up. The cable still has tension so it hasn't snapped but I can't get enough force to get it open (used some grips and pulled the cable too). My next option is going to try and wedge the bonnet open enough so I can get a long hook in and move the lever.

Anyone had this problem before or has a better idea? (Pic is photo of the model)

Thanks

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    Have you tried this? Get someone to push down on front edge of bonnet while you pull cable and see if that releases the catch

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    11 minutes ago, isetta said:

    Have you tried this? Get someone to push down on front edge of bonnet while you pull cable and see if that releases the catch

    Yes I tried that yesterday - no joy.

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    There are a few videos on the YouTube that shows how to unlock with a right angled tool

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    Managed to get it open within an hour. Saw this video of a guy wedging the bonnet open and managed to get a tool into and through a hole in the latch and it popped open.

    Heres the link to the video.

     

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