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Offline theo91

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issues with opening bonnet?
« on: August 05, 2012, 01:32:58 pm »
i was trying to open my bonnet this morn to change the bulbs and my bonnet release handle snapped. i then removed the trim to pull on the actual cable itself but it still wouldnt release. does anyone know why this might be??? ..........and have a partnumber for the little plastic bit that connects the handle and cable  :signLOL:
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Re: issues with opening bonnet?
« Reply #1 on: August 29, 2012, 01:51:26 pm »
getting mine done tomorrow at VW, they quoted me £78 for the new handle fitted. the cable is ok.
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Re: issues with opening bonnet?
« Reply #2 on: August 29, 2012, 02:00:30 pm »
Quote from: wacky on August 29, 2012, 01:51:26 pm
getting mine done tomorrow at VW, they quoted me £78 for the new handle fitted. the cable is ok.

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Re: issues with opening bonnet?
« Reply #3 on: August 29, 2012, 02:15:21 pm »
Handles snap due to the cable or closing mech seizing. Common problem always keep mine mega lubricated  :innocent:

There must be a procdure for getting the bonnet open should this happen. I would get some mole grips on the cable and giving it a proper yank with someone applying slight upward pressure to the bonnet front edge.
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