Bonnet cable problem.

[ben g]

Recently, the bonnet has been very difficult to open using the lever. It almost felt like I was going to pull the lever off before the bonnet opened.

Also, it's become really difficult to close and kept popping back up whilst driving. Not a nice feeling when you're doing 50mph!!!

Had a look at the cables today and it looks like the cable that goes into the bonnet catch is knackered.

Is this the correct part I need (part 16, bowden cable)?

http://www.realoem.com/bmw/showparts.do?model=BT52&mospid=47797&btnr=41_1453&hg=41&fg=35

Also, has anyone changed one before? It looks as if it's a 2 part cable which connects near the drivers side headlamp.

 

[Scotscim]

I just striped my lock down last weekend , apart from the cable being stretched ever so slightly it looked like the actual lock was worn where the cable end fits.
I think ill be changeing the lock and cable very soon
Greig

 

[Jgy6000]

Worth oiling the latch. The previous owner said the cable had stretched that it wouldn't release the bonnet. No doubt the cable has stretched a little but once oiled the release mech it started opening fine again. Didn't need to change the cable.

 

[GreyZed]

Lubricate the catch mechanism with WD40. Get it into the springs and it should work just fine.

 

[ben g]

The cable's definitely broken. I shall try and get a pic of it. It's not sitting properly in the locking mechanism, so it just floats freely.

I will give the catch a grease up though to see if that sorts out the lifting problem.