Help!
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4th Gear
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Buffalo NY
Help!
I have a 1996 coupe and urgently need some assistance. Pulling the hood release lever only releases the passenger side of the hood. The driver side remains latched. I assumed that the cable had just stretched, so I attempted to pull the cable farther from within the interior to no avail. I looked from under the car and couldn't locate the cable. The summer has finally broken here in Buffalo and I'd really like to change the oil in my car, so that I can enjoy the weather in style. Any help in solving this problem would be greatly appreciated.
Team Owner
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From: SE NY
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Re: Help! (joel_222)
I had the same problem when I took delivery of my Vette two years ago. The MAD hood opening tool worked like a champ. I now carry it in the hatchg, just in case.
Safety Car
Joined: Jul 2001
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From: Windermere FL
Re: Help! (joel_222)
Push down on the hood when you are releasing it. This will take the pressure off the latch and it should release as long as your cables are just stretched and not snapped.
Racer
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Olathe Kansas
Re: Help! (joel_222)
You can get one here http://www.madvet.com/ or you can call them and place an order over the phone. Toll Free Order Line 1-800-500-8388
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