Hood release latch

1988 TOYOTA COROLLA
264,000 MILES
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MIRACULOUSBEADS
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I am unable to release the hood. The hood release latch in the interior of the car has a loose wire with metal on the end hanging down. I don't know where to insert it and it is difficult to get under it
Jan 22, 2012 at 6:06 PM
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HMAC300
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probably the cable is broke. you 'll have to replace it or have it replaced.
Jan 22, 2012 at 6:45 PM
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