Bonnet Release Cable

[Big A]

Can anyone tell me if the circled area in the photo below is the bonnet release cable? If anyone has better pics showing the route of the cable in the engine bay, it would be very much appreciated.

Many thanks

Edited 14 March, 2011 by Big A

[MoggyTech]

Probably is, but simply trace it back from the bonnet catch to be sure.

[Big A]

Probably is, but simply trace it back from the bonnet catch to be sure.

I can't as I can't get bonnet open as per PM :(

[MoggyTech]

Just answered your PM

[Big A]

Just answered your PM

Cheers Would like to try and get to it without having to spend any money on it, I won't have it defeat me

Is there anyone with a pic of where the cable is visible as it runs along the wing in the engine bay or can advise whereabouts it can be seen in the bay, other than at the release catch?

[MoggyTech]

Pretty well tucked up under bonnet weather strip

[Leodhasach]

I'll try to get some photos for you ASAP as per PM :yes:

[MoggyTech]

Also bear in mind you cannot open the bonnet by pulling on the outer part of the cable, you have to get to the release latch itself.

[Big A]

I'll try to get some photos for you ASAP as per PM :yes:

Cheers Andrew

Also bear in mind you cannot open the bonnet by pulling on the outer part of the cable, you have to get to the release latch itself.

Thanks for the pic, much appreciated Will giving it a tug not release the wee lever through the grille?

[MoggyTech]

No, you have to get to the inner bowden part of the cable, or the latch lever the cable is fixed to on the bonnet lock assembly. It's not easy, as it's a security feature. An auto locksmith would get your door open in two minutes using a mini air ball.

[Big A]

Bugger, that doesn't sound like its gonna be easy. Would the mini air ball still work though if its deadlocked?

[MoggyTech]

Bugger, that doesn't sound like its gonna be easy. Would the mini air ball still work though if its deadlocked?

Yes they 'jack' the door frame and then use an inflation device to get at the release. You would be amazed how much they can do with no damage to the door frame.

[Big A]

Managed to get in and the Fabia lives again whoohoo

[SkodaFabiaOwner]

Managed to get in and the Fabia lives again whoohoo

How did you do it in the end then? PM if not suitable for general public, cheers...

[Big A]

How did you do it in the end then? PM if not suitable for general public, cheers...

You have PM