Bonnet Release

[js3985]

Hi. Battery disconnected so used the emergancy Pull to open the front bonnet.
How do I get the wire to return to allow the bonnet to lock

All sorted , took the cover of the release catch housing , a bit of push pull, long nosed pliers and large screw driver. Cleaned and oiled the catch.
May even get out tomorrow in my pride and joy, in Devon as there is no rain or snow , Jim

[Rob175]

IF the "emergency" cable isn't used very often, or never at all, it's possible that it might be a little "frozen"....suggest to liberally lubricate (what you can see of...) the locking mechanism and as much of the cable you can get to. I would use a thin oil like WD-40 initially or a penetrating oil to free it up. Probably a spring there too that needs a good lubricating bath.

I'd try that first.