zollburgers Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Is the bonnet catch known to be problematic? A few months ago I noticed my bonnet was not shut properly after I had arrived at my destination (I had checked the oil level that day). This morning I again checked my oil level and the bonnet was definitely closed properly when I'd finished. I know this as I'm a bit paranoid about it due to the incident above. Anyway, I was overtaking a few cars and saw the bonnet pop up just as I got level to the last car, leaving me with the nice decision of braking hard or carrying on. It was clear enough that I could slow down and still safely overtake Mr 40mph and then turned off to park. The guy I parked next to gave me a look as if to say "you're a dangerous moron, shut the bloody bonnet" Question is, is there anything I can do or should I just get a new one and not drive the car? Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 Is it all greased up? Maybe the catch isn't going all the way and needs a clean up and a re-grease Quote
ZMANALEX Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 The bonnet mechanism which is on the front carbon composite panel is adjustable. However as Dave has said make sure that the mechanism is lubed up and that the cable is fully returning. Alex. Quote
spursmaddave Posted February 9, 2012 Posted February 9, 2012 However as Dave has said make sure that the mechanism is lubed up and that the cable is fully returning. Alex. I maybe got something right Quote
zollburgers Posted February 9, 2012 Author Posted February 9, 2012 Thanks, I will check that and make sure it is all properly greased. I'm going to be even more paranoid now when I check the oil Quote
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