To open a Matiz bonnet with a broken cable, you can try accessing the latch mechanism directly. Look for an access point near the latch, often under the front grille or through the wheel well, and use a flat tool to pull the latch manually. Alternatively, you may need to remove the grille or the front panel to reach the latch if other methods fail. If you're uncomfortable doing this, consider seeking assistance from a professional mechanic.
If you want to get the bonnet open when the catch has broken and the is no cable to get hold of the Renault Grand Espace; use the screwdriver to PUSH the catch from right to left.
pull the corde from near your pedals
To open the bonnet on a Jaguar X-Type with a broken release cable, first, locate the emergency release mechanism, which can usually be accessed through the grille. You may need to use a flat tool to gently pry the grille open and reach the release lever. Once you access the lever, pull it to release the bonnet. After opening the bonnet, you can proceed to replace the broken release cable.
If the cable to open the bonnet on a Skoda Octavia is broken, you may need to access the release mechanism directly. One way to do this is by locating the release lever or latch underneath the dashboard on the driver's side, near the footwell. You can use a tool such as a long screwdriver to carefully manipulate the latch and release the bonnet. It is important to exercise caution and precision to avoid damaging any components while attempting to open the bonnet without the cable.
It will cost you a few hunderd quid to get this sorted by renault... or get some handy person to get the bonnet open, and using a cable tie connected to the passenger side bonnet release, connect said cable tie, and let the end poke out from the bonnet. This then becomes your new bonnet release. Any eagle eyed person with the knowledge will be able to open your bonnet from the outside. So do be wary of this solution. But it only costs a few pence for a cable tie vs a few hunderd quid from reno.
If the bonnet release cable of your Audi A3 is broken, you can try accessing the bonnet manually by using a flat tool, such as a screwdriver, to pry open the latch from underneath the front grille. Alternatively, you can remove the front grille to gain better access to the latch mechanism. If these methods don't work, it's advisable to consult a professional mechanic for assistance.
call a mechanic
remove the left hand headlight it just pulls out and pull the cable from there if you still got some attached ok
To open the locked bonnet, or hood on a 1999 BMW 525 TDS, pull on the release handle inside the vehicle on the driver's side. The hood might be indicated as open if the cable is broken or stretched.
If the bonnet release mechanism of a Peugeot 405 is broken, you can try accessing the release cable from inside the vehicle. Remove the interior panel or kick plate near the driver's footwell to locate the cable, then pull it manually to open the bonnet. Alternatively, you could use a long, thin tool to reach the latch through the grille. If these methods fail, it may be necessary to seek professional assistance or replace the broken release mechanism.
You can do this buy removing the plastic front radiator grill. You need to remove indicator lights, then the middle screw, then with a small flat screw driver release the plastic clips just underneath the bonnet. Then put your hand behind the bonnet catch and pull the broken cable or the latch and it will open. Good luck
If the bonnet release cable has broken, you can try to access the latch directly by reaching through the grille or under the front of the car. Use a flashlight to locate the latch mechanism and a long tool, like a flathead screwdriver, to push or pull the latch to open the bonnet. Alternatively, if you have access to the cabin, you might be able to remove the under-dash cover to access the cable mechanism. If these methods fail, consider seeking professional help to avoid damage.