You have to cut/break the front grill and then remove the latch by loosening 4 bolts. Afterwards, you can pick up a used grill at the auto wreckers for about $75. Still cheaper than having it towed and repaired.
With a pair of pliers pulling the latch.
How to open of my BMW 745LI Yr 2003 hood ,whose Hood latch is broken while tried to open the hood
i would probably use a screwdriver to nudge where the latch used to be to pop it open
Use a set of pliers to pull the cable even if the plastic latch is broken...
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how to get a 2001 isuzu trooper hood open if release cable is broken
you can get to the latch through the grill
There is a screwdriver slot behind the grill that will operate the hood latch. Look for it on the driver's side.
There is a screwdriver slot behind the grill that will operate the hood latch. Look for it on the driver's side
Take the grill out and remove the bolts holding the latch on.
To open the hood of a 1970 Mercedes 350, you can refer to your user manual.
try the door.