Thanks guys,

I'll try the needle nose pliers. I figure the worst case scenario will be that I saw out a hole and then super glue it back in place once the latch is where it should be

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Dan
2005 E320 CDI - 246k
1987 300SDL TD05-16g, Herlevi pump, Elbe manifold, 2.47 LSD - 213k
Past: 1987 300D - 264k