I had the opposite problem, in that I’d done a lot of work on my van so the bones had been open for some time, then when I came to close it, it wouldn’t stay latched at all. This video really helped if only to explain how the catch works. I managed to tease out the blade from inside the catch with a small, flathead screwdriver so it was fully extended then gave it a good clean up and greased it. Using a lager screwdriver, I then pushed it in and out a few times to loosen it. Finally, I followed the instructions in this vid to get it perfectly aligned 👌🏻
My bonnet catch is stuck. The cable has been pulled as far as it goes. But it just won't release it. I've tried spraying wd40 into the lock but still no joy. I'm fearing using a crow bar next. Only just got the vauxhall movano van and pretty pissed off that the guy that sold it to me pushed down on it and I've just noticed it now has a dent in it.
I had the opposite problem, in that I’d done a lot of work on my van so the bones had been open for some time, then when I came to close it, it wouldn’t stay latched at all.
This video really helped if only to explain how the catch works.
I managed to tease out the blade from inside the catch with a small, flathead screwdriver so it was fully extended then gave it a good clean up and greased it. Using a lager screwdriver, I then pushed it in and out a few times to loosen it.
Finally, I followed the instructions in this vid to get it perfectly aligned 👌🏻
That's great, yes knowing how it all works is the key. Glad you found the vid helpful.
I misaligned mine or something when I replaced the rad, now it is a tricky bugger. Hope your video helps me get this sorted. Thanks
Had trouble with my trafic bonnet till seeing this post ..Pleased you posted this ,worked a treat.Thanks .....
Dealing with this right now.. The tension underneath.. Good shout.. Cheers
Thanks for the advice, job for tomorrow.
Very helpful, thank you!
Thanks for a simple fix that would have driven me around the bend. I keep my catches well lubricated to prevent this (I hope).
Very handy!
Guess removing one of those injectors is a bit more tricky?
Good vid,thanks!
Thanks a lot, this was not new to me but I would have taken me an hour to explain 😂
My bonnet catch is stuck. The cable has been pulled as far as it goes. But it just won't release it. I've tried spraying wd40 into the lock but still no joy. I'm fearing using a crow bar next. Only just got the vauxhall movano van and pretty pissed off that the guy that sold it to me pushed down on it and I've just noticed it now has a dent in it.
Awesome!
Top man !!!