Larry, I would grab the plastic with a pliers and twist and lever to break of small chunks to avoid risking damage to the condenser. Gradually chew through, don't try to get it all done at once. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300
On July 25, 2015 11:54:50 AM EDT, LarryT via Mercedes <mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >Hi Gang - > I have tried all your suggestions and a few of my own to get the >hood to pop up so I can open it. I bought a used Grill Shell w/Insert >so I can break up the original one and hopefully get the hood latch to >release. > > There's a pair of fans for the AC condenser but it looks like >there's enough room to work with. > > So i am wondering if there's any creative ways to break open the >grill element? I think I can get the chrome surround off once the >insert is opened up and then will have enough room to reach the latch >& >release it. > >Thanks - >LarryT >91 300D _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com