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BMW E90 Hood Latch & Cable Repair

Dealing with a BMW E90 hood that won't open, including the latch and release-cable repair.

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What you’ll see in this one

A stuck hood is frustrating, especially when the release itself is the problem. Here's the E90 job.

A closer look at this job

A BMW E90 hood that won't release can involve the cable, latch or related hardware. This video follows work on the hood latch and cable area. Because a stuck hood can have several causes, it is best used to understand the physical mechanism before comparing the problem with your own car.