Bonnet catch

[R.a.knell]

Ive just ordered a new bonnet lock and catch, its always been a bit tempremental however now when turned left it does not release the catch, it does turn all the way left, anyone got any ideas on how to get it open? 2006 transit connect btw

[s2martin]

Not sure if this helps, I had the exact same on the van I just bought. It's a 2003, and it turned out the key was just badly worn. Even though it worked fine in the ignition and doors, it wouldn't open the bonnet. I got a new key cut from the code on ebay and it then opened first time.

[R.a.knell]

Hi, dont think so, i have to very badly worn keys and one new one, funnily enough, previously always done better on the bonnet with the worn out keys, however none of the 3 will open the bonnet, it does turn all the way left just doesnt release, may be a case of smashing the front grill, i can pick them up on ebay pretty cheap. Thanks for your input, always appreciate a response!

[s2martin]

Fair enough, just thought I'd mention it as I nearly ordered a new lock for mine before checking the key. From what I saw about removing a broken lock, it didn't look easy without breaking the grill but I'm a noob when it comes to Connects - good luck!

[R.a.knell]

Ended up breaking the grill but got a new one on ebay, lock and grill were less than £30 so not too bad, only took about 15 minutes to do, i think you probably could just squeeze a 10mm ratchet spanner to remove d hoop off the bonnet but it seemed like more effort than its worth when the parts were so cheap

[s2martin]

Thanks for the info - glad you got it sorted