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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: Natheg on 08 June 2020, 18:37

Title: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Natheg on 08 June 2020, 18:37

Hi

I have a 2016 GTD. Went to open the bonnet yesterday to check the oil etc. The cable has either snapped or somehow detached itself under the bonnet and I am now unable to open it.

Has anybody ever had to deal with this or have any advice on how to open the bonnet without damaging anything?

Thanks in advance

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Paul70 on 08 June 2020, 19:25

Exactly the same thing happened to me. I managed to open the bonnet but it was a hassle. Requires access via the front right wheel arch, so the wheel and the arch liner needs to be removed and then using an old metal coat hanger moulded into shape or something similar feel for the catch with the end of the hanger (shaped into a hook) and pull to mimic the movement of the lever - it took around an hour. The plastic mechanism which breaks is a weak point and once replaced should be secured with a few wire ties.

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Paul70 on 08 June 2020, 19:41

A few good videos on you tube and check the position of the catch with MK7 images so you know where to aim with the tool you prepared

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Talk-torque on 08 June 2020, 22:26

The mod to prevent this came up on here recently, in the “What Have You Done To Your Mk7 Today?” thread. This link to another forum was posted there, so I will add it here to make it easier for anyone interested to see.

https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/index.php?threads/psa-cable-tie-your-bonnet-release-cable-junction-box.365541/

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Natheg on 09 June 2020, 10:11

Thanks guys. I will give it a go at the weekend 🤞

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: monsta on 19 June 2020, 16:27

Just had mine replaced after trying to get it open myself (VW tech recommended taking the undertray off and the offside intercooler hose instead of the wheel lining approach).  Unfortunately the cable had snapped by the cause was a seized bonnet lock.  £180 later it's all sorted.  :cry:

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Vaporise on 22 June 2020, 19:32

Unreliable bonnet release mechanisms have been a problem ever since at least the Mk5, I'm pretty sure the mechanism is basically unchanged, which is so stupid. I cable tied my housing thing, as per the link above, but it was a tight squeeze and half broke one of the pegs holding it onto the engine bay, but bodged it back on with a bit of tape

Title: Re: Bonnet cable snapped?
Post by: Natheg on 28 June 2020, 19:02

Well...... I managed to get the bonnet open a few weeks ago - as with Vaporise & Monsta, the cable has snapped  :sad:. The replacement cable finally turned up a few days ago.

Had a quick look yesterday and it looks like the bumper may have to come off to replace it   :shocked:

Has anyone had to replace the front section of the cable themselves?

Currently driving round with the front grill removed  :cry: