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Old 09-10-2001, 03:52 PM
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Default Hood cable broke, how to open?

The cross cable is either broken or came disconnected and won't release the RH hood lock. How can I get it open?
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Default Re: Hood cable broke, how to open? (Widgett)

Try this link .... hope it helps.

http://www.madvet.com/tech/techartSharkHood.html

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Default Re: Hood cable broke, how to open? (Widgett)

Look in the wiper bay. You'll see a plastic plug about the size of a quarter on the upper portion of the bulkhead. Pop the plug out, insert a screwdriver and push on the hood release. I know it's not real easy to see with the hood closed, so you may need a mirror to have a good look at the plug. It's location is, again, toward the top of the bulkhead right near the fender lip.
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Thanks for the quick response, I'll see about opening it when I get home today.
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Default Re: Hood cable broke, how to open? (Widgett)

There was recently a link on this forum to an article on the Mid-America website with step by step instructions and pictures. It's the same idea as above with more detail.

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