rover 75 tourer bonnet release - Page 2

bl52krz · 8th November 2021, 21:09

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Originally Posted by r44flyer

What exactly is it that fails in this mechanism? I've noticed my bonnet release is quite tricky to operate. It only releases the latches at the very extreme end of its travel, like I'm forcing it somehow. And the lever never returns properly! Why not?!

The bonnet release on my 2.5 was the same when I got it. I took the complete locking mechanism off, and disassembled it completely. I then cleaned it up and greased it and reassembled it. Just like a new mechanism it was nice and smooth and the pull handle went fully back, like it should do.

r44flyer · 8th November 2021, 22:14

I've oiled the half moons a few times but maybe I need to give them a more thorough clean as you all suggest. Will get on it asap... thank you!

Arctic · 8th November 2021, 22:35

I personally keep my half moon sliders clean, and spray them each month with carb cleaner, as any form of grease will attract grit and dirt, it is the inside of the latches that need the grease

Silicone is also ok and after you have used it on the moons, use it on all the rubber door seals, it will help in the winter to stop the door from sticking.

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r44flyer Loves to post MG ZT-T CDTi 135+ Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Birmingham Posts: 467 Thanks: 5 Thanked 22 Times in 20 Posts	I've oiled the half moons a few times but maybe I need to give them a more thorough clean as you all suggest. Will get on it asap... thank you!