My handle broke a few months ago and I just hold the cable and pull on the remainder of the handle. It actually works quite well and it is kind of a lock to keep others away from my engine.

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1984 300D Turbo
1980 300SD Sold
1983 300TD Sold
Dagger 16 ft. Legend Canoe (for the weekends)
Marin Northside Trail Mtn. Bike