is there a way i could add an alternative power source in order to get my hood to open?

2007 FORD RANGER

84,000 MILES

VASTI

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My 2007 Ford Ranger Super Cab xlt 2500 tdi hood latch only works if the vehicle is switched on. I disconnected my battery and closed the hood, now i cannot re-open the hood to reconnect my battery. I cant start my car and my window is left open... is there a way i could add an alternative power source in order to get my hood to open?

Jun 19, 2012 at 7:53 AM

WRENCHTECH

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I don't know what you could be referring to but there is nothing electrical associated with the hood release unless you added it. It opens with a mechanical cable from the inside.

Jun 19, 2012 at 9:59 AM

VASTI

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I bought the car second-hand, so i will have to phone the previous owner. Is there any possible solution to my predicament?

Jun 19, 2012 at 10:03 AM

WRENCHTECH

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I have no idea what your predicament even is. There is nothing electrical associated with the hood release as I already stated. If the cable is broken or disconnected, then you will somehow have to access the latch to release it which won't be easy.

Jun 19, 2012 at 10:07 AM

VASTI

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It is not broken, the hood latch only opens the hood when the key is in the ignition and the vehicle is turned on.

Jun 19, 2012 at 10:11 AM

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