C220 - Bonnet will not release

[aquiss]

I have today been left in a bit of problem.

The battery on my C220 appears to have gone flat (i think) so I thought I would pop the bonnet and swop the battery.

As i always have, pulled the bonnet release handle and the bonnet sounded like it popped. Went to front of the car and the plastic handle was out the grill. Pulled as I always do, put the catch will not release

I am now in the catch 22 situation that I need to get the dealership to replace bonnet catch, but have a flat battery so can't get to dealer :idea:

I am at a loss how to get this catch free

 

[television]

Have someone press down on the front of the bonnet while you pull the handle.

Malcolm

 

[chelsw6]

You did'ent say what year c220, i dont know about the new shape but the batery is in the boot on mine but it is a 1995.

 

[aquiss]

Have someone press down on the front of the bonnet while you pull the handle.

Malcolm

Will give that a go in the morning

 

[aquiss]

You did'ent say what year c220, i dont know about the new shape but the batery is in the boot on mine but it is a 1995.

Interesting, someone said that in Halfords tonight.

However, mine is a 2003 plate.

 

[aquiss]

Well after a lot of work I have managed to get into the bonnet, however the main handle has snapped off. Being plastic I presume the recent cold weather has made it very britel.

I've managed to close it, so at least it's secure, but looks like i've got to take it into local dealership to get it seen to. PITA!

 

[television]

Well after a lot of work I have managed to get into the bonnet, however the main handle has snapped off. Being plastic I presume the recent cold weather has made it very britel.

I've managed to close it, so at least it's secure, but looks like i've got to take it into local dealership to get it seen to. PITA!

What is wrong with the car.

Malcolm

 

[aquiss]

What is wrong with the car.

Malcolm

Nothing as such. Lovely car infact and to date has never let me down (just coming upto 4 years - http://www.faceparty.com/gallery/view.aspx?pid=2220505&gid=0&gpos=0&iid=6362205&pos=1#view ). I will be going back to MB for my next car.

However, i've very surprised that the bonnet handle is plastic. This now snapping means I can't get into the engine. Therefore, I need to go to dealer to get this changed/repaired

 

[television]

Nothing as such. Lovely car infact and to date has never let me down (just coming upto 4 years - http://www.faceparty.com/gallery/view.aspx?pid=2220505&gid=0&gpos=0&iid=6362205&pos=1#view ). I will be going back to MB for my next car.

However, i've very surprised that the bonnet handle is plastic. This now snapping means I can't get into the engine. Therefore, I need to go to dealer to get this changed/repaired

All of the handles of the same now, they can fit it in 5 mins,only 1 screw.

Malcolm

 

[chris220cdi]

funny the same thing just went on my C220 (2002) any one know whare i can order a new handle part 2038870127

 

[garrard]

i've just bought c220cdi 55 plate.....KR55JVO....bonnet will not release....handle has broken off and even pulling spring with and improvised handle does not open it....any ideas

My first Mercedes.....used to drive bmws but now not so exclusive!

Anyone with any knowledge of this car?

 

[television]

You need someone pressing down on the front of the bonnet in the center front to ease the presure,, that should do it

 

[garrard]

Thanks again.......will try this in am

 

[garrard]

Didn't work! Took it to Mercedes Ipswich and three suited staff couldn't do it either!
Took car in today as engine management light on.....been told car needs new turbo!
Under warranty fortunately.....but merc 27 months old and new turbo!...anyone else heard of the turbo going?

 

[go2dda]

funny the same thing just went on my C220 (2002) any one know whare i can order a new handle part 2038870127

I have the same problem, the dealer offers only the # 2038870427 that not fit to 2001 C320 or we need to change the whole lock set (about $60) I find one store that seems has the exact # will check with you later.