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Old 15th February 2020, 12:11   #1
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Default Broken bonnet cable

Hi my passenger side bonnet cable has snapped so I can't open my bonnet.

I've got at the cables via the wheel arch method and have managed to pop the drivers side, but the passenger side cable just slides on out.

I've done a search and the only option I can see is cutting the pin which I don't really want to do. Is there another way?

I've ordered new cables from DMGRS

Car is a ZT-T

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Old 15th February 2020, 12:40   #2
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You'll need to Cut the Striker Pin - just takes a bit of time and patience easy enough though





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Unhappy

I was hoping for a different reply

Oh well if that's the only way.

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Are new bonnet cables still available?

Just thought I'd ask as I might replace mine before I have issues.
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Old 15th February 2020, 13:01   #5
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If it is a Mk1 75 and you can manage to pop the scrivets that hold the grill on at the top and remove the grill then there is a chance you could get to the two bolts that hold the pin onto the bonnet.


Edit, just seen you have a ZTT hacksaw it is then
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Are new bonnet cables still available?

Just thought I'd ask as I might replace mine before I have issues.
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I managed to purchase decent used Cables, Latches and Striker Pins from a Breakers yard when I had this issue .... fixed for about £10 if i recall correctly.


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Old 18th February 2020, 18:53   #9
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You'll need to Cut the Striker Pin - just takes a bit of time and patience easy enough though
Don't cut the striker pin, just undo the two 10mm bolts that hold it in place!
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