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Hi I’ve got an A3 05 plate, my bonnet release cable has come out off the release latch I’ve cut out the Audi sign to get access but still no luck

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  • Posted on Nov 29, 2008

SOURCE: trunk release not working 1983 911 sc

if you can lower the back seat, you should be able to get your hand in far enough to get at the latch. you'll need a flashlight. some cars have a pull cable in the trunk also which would be even easier. good luck

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 21, 2009

SOURCE: Bonnet cable snapped, need advice on how to open bonnet

hmm u mite have to grab the rest of the cable if any left in the catch part of the lock under the bonnet and pull it with pliers.failing that get a screw driver and see if u can push the catch to release the bonnet through the grill.failling that undo the lock through the grill with a rachet usually 10mm socket hope this helps..

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 07, 2009

SOURCE: audi a4 bonnet release mechanism broken

This can be over come by getting a pair of vise grips and gripping the cable that is sticking out and pulling it out, once you have opened it Do not attempt to close the hood without replacing the cable. You have maybe only one chance at this so if you don't succeed you will make it harder for a mechanic to fix it. a new cable is not to difficult to replace, buy the cable and housing replace both.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Nov 05, 2009

SOURCE: stuck hood on 2000 ford 250, latch release won't work

2000 FORD SUPER DUTY 5.4 HOOD STICKS.YOU CAN HAVE AN ASSISTANT PULL THE HOOD CABLE AND EASILY OPEN THE HOOD BUT THE HOOD WILL NOT POP UP ON ITS OWN..ANY ADVISE?

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Dec 22, 2009

SOURCE: audi a4 problem

You could also short-circuit (reset the computer of the car).. Just leave the red wire connected on the battery, disconnect the other cable (black one) that goes on the battery (-) and connect the black cable with the read cable.. That should reset the car computer and let you start the engine.. You have a sensor or something broken in your car.. My advice is have your car checked by specialists (best solution). Good Luck.

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