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Bonnet Catch won't close (bonnet stuck open)
Eccleshall:
My bonnet catch won't close I've looked around and it looks like a common problem. It seems very intermittent as I can close it with a screw driver a couple of times out of ten.
Looks like I need a new catch mechanism and cable to the spring mechanism and also a spring mechanism housing as it pops open when I pull the lever I have just found it pops open
Does anyone know of any part numbers for these or where I can search for them?
Jack
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Eccleshall:
Forgot to mention the HUD no longer recognises that the bonnet is open...
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GTI-Pirelli:
Get a new catch unit.
Mine was getting to the stage where it was getting hard to open. Tried WD40/GT85 which helped a little.
One day it nearly refused to open. Eventually wrestled it open so changed it before it seized completely.
If I remember correctly it was £50-something. A damn sight cheaper than getting in the hard way!
doylebros:
This is worth a read - the part number is correct
http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=55146.0
Current price £49:86 :happy2:
If you need any other parts this will help
http://www.partscats.info/volkswagen/en/?i=cat_vag_models&brand=vw&number=1714&set=1728&ein=2007&f=474&hauptgr=1234567890&hg=8
Popemk5Pirelli:
Had exactly the same problem.
I managed to find a thread on the internet, and it explained how to repair it - easy.
It involved removing Front grille (x6 screws) which gave access to bonnet lock.
You can undo 2 or 3 bolts and lock can simply be removed (need to un hook cable and wire)
Lock can be removed and all the grit / grud off the road can be removed - the lock is open to the elements below - good luck. I will have a look for the thread and send a link if I find
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