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Offline Chris MKV

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Bonnet catch problem
« on: 01 July 2010, 18:26 »
Hi folks,

Having problems getting my bonnet catch to engage - any ideas?

The secondary catch is fine but the one you release with the inside lever isn't playing ball! Don't know if anyone else has had a similar problem...
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Offline AlanD

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #1 on: 01 July 2010, 18:53 »
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Offline Chris MKV

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #2 on: 01 July 2010, 21:52 »
Thanks Alan - that is actually the opposite problem to mine which won't close.

Still haven't been able to sort it but I am going to get it looked at in the morning - it is still under warranty.
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Offline Mortimer Hill

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #3 on: 01 July 2010, 22:33 »
I've got the same problem on my 05 GTI. Had to resort to really slamming the bonnet shut. My local repairer, Storm Developments, are going to look at it next week, along with a non opening passenger door !:sad:
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Offline AlanD

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #4 on: 02 July 2010, 08:54 »
Once you get it sorted make sure every now and again my spray it with WD40 to keep to free. My mechanic told me this a while ago as he also has a MK5 and Ive had no problem since, the release has been smooth as you like.
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Offline S2 Ant

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #5 on: 02 July 2010, 11:14 »
Surely you'd want a little grease on it not WD40?
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Offline jeynesey

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #6 on: 02 July 2010, 11:24 »
Quote from: S2 Ant on 02 July 2010, 11:14
Surely you'd want a little grease on it not WD40?

Would have the same effect
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Offline S2 Ant

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #7 on: 02 July 2010, 11:37 »
Not really, given that WD40 is a de-greaser and the grease will stay on the latch to help protect it from water and corrosion. WD40 will remove this protection
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Offline AlanD

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #8 on: 02 July 2010, 11:53 »
I see your logic, I can only pass on what I do and it works for me. Im only talking every few months rather than weeks.
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Offline Chris MKV

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Re: Bonnet catch problem
« Reply #9 on: 04 July 2010, 19:23 »
I now have a shiny new bonnet lock. Have to say the dealer was great and they fitted a new catch on less than an hour after dropping the car off.

We rang them at 5.30 pm and by 9.00 am it was fixed and ready to go.
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