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#1 ·
I just opened my bonnet and noticed after pulling the release in the car that when I opened the bonnet there was no need to use the under bonnet release catch. Feels soft with no spring back. Anyone had this?
Is it time for a new catch or can they be fixed?

Thanks
BD
 
#2 ·
Alfa had a recall on 156's a few years ago for a sticky bonnet secondary release,it is probably the same on the GTV,i have seen a couple that have done it,if it is just stuck in the open position,free it first with a bit of penetrating oil and then use some spray silicone grease.
 
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#3 ·
Fix or repair but I suggest you do it asap.
Apparently mine was like this when I got it - then the actual bonnet mechanism failed on the motorway too. Result - bonnet flew up at between 70 - 80mph. Bonnet ripped off and big mess.
 
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