Bonnet release does not work - cable/fitting snapped??

[CLK Man]

I have a CLK, X reg, and the other day when checking the engine oil, the bonnet release lever worked fine, though abit stiff; this is usual though. The toggle presented itself as normal thru the grill and all was well.

Several people started flashing their headlights at me, so I thought the bonnet was not down properly; it seemed ok. I then thought i would open it up again to check.

Well, as I pulled the lever, it was stiff as usual, then I heard a cracking noise - and now the lever does not do anything. I guess I have snapped the plastic fitting and / or cable - the bonnet is down properly - how do I get the bonnet opened again properly via the lever.

I cannot see any solution, and I'm hoping one of you guys can help.

Many thanks,

CLK Man

 

[television]

The car has to go up on a ramp, where the bonnet can be opened from under the car. The bonnet levers are held in place by one screw in the center, and a locating peg to stop it from turning, when you pull it. If the end has broken off the handle,it can be replaced, the wire just hooks in.

Malcolm

 

[CLK Man]

Malcolm, thanks for that; what happens if the actual cable has snapped and needs to be replaced, is it a job requiring panels to be removed etc. - ie a big job. I'm away in ireland, but fortunately there is a merc dealer in town, but planning to get local garage to do it, if that does invalidate anything.

Cheers

CLK Man

 

[television]

Malcolm, thanks for that; what happens if the actual cable has snapped and needs to be replaced, is it a job requiring panels to be removed etc. - ie a big job. I'm away in ireland, but fortunately there is a merc dealer in town, but planning to get local garage to do it, if that does invalidate anything.

Cheers

CLK Man

I do not think that the cable has snapped,just the handle,no one would know that this has been repaired, and will not invalidate anything.

Malcolm

 

[johnnycapone]

I would agree with Malcolm that it would probably be the handle and not the cable.
Plastic does tend to go brittle with age.
Regards
John