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> Engine lid will not open., lid lock will not release. What to do?
drem914
post Aug 25 2019, 02:00 PM
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A little help please. How do I activate the release of the engine hinge? The cable pulls and has tension, but will not disengage the latch release. I have gone through my service manuals here, but none of them tell you how to get in if the lid latch won't release. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

Some guidance from the more knowledgeable group here. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)

This can't be the first time this has happened.
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post Aug 25 2019, 03:06 PM
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I have to give my lip a small bump with the side of my closed fist right above the latch.
I pull the release cable with my left hand and give the lid a bump with my right and it pops right open every time.



The technical term for that is "percussive maintenance". It was invented by the master motorcycle and jukebox mechanic, Arthur Fonzarelli.
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post Aug 25 2019, 03:10 PM
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QUOTE(AZBanks @ Aug 25 2019, 02:06 PM) *

I have to give my lip a small bump with the side of my closed fist right above the latch.
I pull the release cable with my left hand and give the lid a bump with my right and it pops right open every time.



The technical term for that is "percussive maintenance". It was invented by the master motorcycle and jukebox mechanic, Arthur Fonzarelli.


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You just got to give it a little finesse. Try adjusting the grille a little that also works.


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