Hood release cable replacement
 

I have checked the archives and can't find anything on this. I just bought a 1987 TDT with a broken hood release cable and I need a little insight on how to replace it. I have it disconnected under the dash but can't quite figure out how to disconnect at the latch mechanism. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Gary in Lockport, NY
'85 TD
'87 TDT

Didn't DieselGiant do a DIY on this subject?

I have to use pliers in my '95 - it's come loose from the red plastic release lever and I can't seem to get it back in...

GM:

I believe it is permanently attached to the latch mechanism, at least that is my memory.

351:
If it has broken the red lever, you will need a new one, pretty cheap. If not, have someone hold the latch over with a screwdriver or something so that here is plenty of lengh on the cable inside the car, and you can re-install it if nothing is broken. I had to replace the pull mechanism in my '94, not a difficult job, one screw and the cable IIRC.

Thanks for the tip, I'll look into it - after I finish everything else that's wrong with the car!