2008 Ford Focus Bonnet won't open Repair (UK)

[@TheDeedsta]

Use some electrical tape around the flat head screw driver when prying off tabs/clips. So you dont damage paint on bumper.

[@AidanD23]

Wish I'd seen this comment before I went ham on it 😂

[@Ramborick83]

Thanks for posting this, still helping people aftr 5 years

[@daltonhewitt-haynes8666]

Dude. Your a life saver. I'm absolutely useless with cars and you simplified it enough for my simple brain!! Thanks a lot bud.

[@vivk5135]

My mum and I have never worked on cars before but this video was amazing, watched twice then took under half an hour start to finish!

[@TheHiggins101]

Really appreciate you uploading the video it really helped when I could not get my bonnet to open. The steps were just what I needed. Thank you

[@declanmeaney275]

no need to break anything, once you get the grill off just grip the lock barrel and turn to the left then the right. the cable inside will do the work.

[@uberkelvin]

Successfully did it on my 2008 Focus! Pay close attention to where the creator inserts the screwdriver to pop the grille off - is quite difficult otherwise. Also be careful of where your fingers are when getting the lock itself out, I ended up pinching my finger between the bowden cable and the bottom of the grille. Smashing the white plastic bit off is quite a task, I ended up using the screwdriver as a sort of a chisel. The whole thing took me about an hour and a half, I also ended up damaging the paint on my bumper a bit, though I'm pretty sure many of you are more careful than I am - many thanks for making this video!

[@TheDeedsta]

Yes I should have done it a better way of not damaging the the paint on the bumper. But you made good points👍

[@uberkelvin]

@@TheDeedsta Cheers - again thank you so much for making this video, helped a lot!

[@lfitzfinch]

This is absolutely spot on. It is a 10 min job with zero damage.

[@GreyFox884]

I followed this guide and I now have a working bonnet lock. Thanks mate! 😄

[@dubvibes731]

Job done and back indoors within half hour , great video

[@thesep1967]

The guy who designed that is still wanted by Interpol ...

[@zurcherzurich213]

;)

[@russell6294]

ahahahaha @@zurcherzurich213

[@hikmetbaykus7561]

Bunu tasarlayan idiot

[@hikmetbaykus7561]

Bunu tasarım yapanlar geri zekalı olması lazım:!

[@chrismundy1604]

Brilliant! Thank you. Prising those press clips blind was only possible because you'd pointed it out. I wouldn't have tried pulling out the grill if you hadn't shown it. The rest was easy. THANK YOU!

[@jdarny3877]

You literally saved us hundreds at the garage! Thank you

[@PrevailMaintenance]

Thank you for this video, this helped me get my sisters car repaired. The replacement part was absolutely awful though, so a bit of modification was required... Had to superglue the plastic "+" shaped spur on the end of the cable into the plastic "+" receiver inside the mechanism that holds the bonnet latch, otherwise it kept slipping out and the key would no longer work.

[@jamesprior9490]

trusted what you said on the video and although i managed to break a piece off the plastic attached to the grill when pulling it out, it went perfectly with a replacement lock i bought for £20 on ebay. you saved me a ton of mmoney. cheers

[@cintiaspataro3205]

Can you please tell me what year is your Focus? Do I need many tools? Do you think I'll be able to do it?

[@bunchamp85]

Thanks for the video. My second lock just failed and the old trick of pushing on the with plastic and turning key didn't work this time so your video was very helpful in getting in to my bonnet. Thanks!

[@douglasvinter2557]

Just popped bonnet now, what a great video well done,

[@marksoden]

Thank you .your video is the easiest and quickest to follow

[@brianfearn4246]

Great video. My 2010 bonnet has just given up this week. It dose tend to warn you as the mechanism becomes more difficult before it goes completely. I understand the mechanism was supposed to prevent would be thieves from opening the bonnet but this idea back fired on the proper owner 😳 I've ordered a new lach and cable. I've had my focus from 2011 and it's the first time this has happened.

[@ash4034]

Thanks this video maker . Really this video was helpful and we opened it so easy . Just who ever designed this did not have any clue of cars maybe fired from safe box company

[@mcyates]

Thank you for this video, I was stuck at getting the gille off, didn't want to break the car, but watched your video and how you just yanked it out. I just went for it and it come out. Now I'm just ordering a new lock. These cars are rubbish lol!

[@djtyros]

6:06 - I'd really like to know more about these two push clips. I'm currently researching to do this fix myself, and I'm unclear on how these clips or screws should be removed. Any advice greatly appreciated. thanks

[@TheDeedsta]

You can get a push clip removal tool or it's also called panel/trim removal tool. But I just used a flat head to pry it out.

[@rich83rs]

If you are watching this ...also first watch another vid on YT from Chris Burton. He does it without hammering & breaking stuff and it only takes about 90mins. Try that first, but thanks also for this vid..all trying to help us.

[@lamby695]

Well you helped me big time, installed a new part and works a treat! Thanks

[@andysmith8599]

Thanks very much for the video, managed to replace the lock successfully, thanks for you4 help cheers.

[@ayrish24]

Great demonstration , very helpful thanks 😊

[@TheDeedsta]

You're welcome!

[@mayuranpanchacharam2971]

Hi can u let me know what should I ask for in the car Orr shop for me to do the same

[@pamelasoto6903]

Thank you so much it worked! So easy to follow

[@TheDeedsta]

You're welcome

[@craigfishcake2543]

Really good video. Thanks.

[@wendysides7081]

How do I open a ford escort 95 bonnet when I can't release mechanism ?

[@SilviaParraTruckingEU-NZ-AU]

Thank you thank you thank you ❤

[@kevinhunter8393]

Great help with mine, got the cable out of the housing but can't get the small cross piece out, any ideas, thanks.

[@TheDeedsta]

That you yank out with a plier. ➕

[@kevinhunter8393]

@@TheDeedsta Tried won't come out at all.

[@kevinhunter8393]

By sheer luck put the screwdriver in to try and force it out and the bonnet opened! Have now removed it and your driver trick works a charm, really needed this because my battery was flat too, all well now, thank you very much.

[@kevinhunter8393]

By the way my car is a 2010 Focus and the grill removal is slightly different, held in different places, but still works, thanks.

[@GreyFox884]

@@kevinhunter8393 I had the same issue, using a plier works but it took me a good 30 mins of yanking 😂 had to squeeze the clips at the end in so it could be pulled out.

[@bhorvath4208]

Hi. The link no longer works. Would you have another link for this please? Thanks

[@emergaa]

Hi bro, where did you buy that bonnet latch thatcomeswithkeys? I'm having problems as well with my ford focus cmax tdci. Thanks

[@TheDeedsta]

There should be a link in the description.

[@emergaa]

Thanks

[@super20m]

Good Video, thank you 👍👍👍

[@anamariachurchman6141]

Neale H Hey I’m struggling with the hammering the plastic bit out. What did u do? Scared to break something. I see the vid jumps from old key unit to just cable and it’s out in no time

[@TheDeedsta]

Yes because it took me a few minutes to break it. You just need to keep hitting it hard until it breaks.

[@readyplayer2759]

What size is the replacement bonnet release mechanism?

[@TheDeedsta]

Im not sure what you mean by size.

[@dfwdanny]

Nice! Very detailed

[@TheDeedsta]

Thank you very much.

[@RECKLESSMELANCHOLY]

thanks for the help!!

[@PRE154]

Twist the wire (lock) left then right, after you get the grill out, should pop the hood.

[@haticouponer2953]

Tried this mine won’t pop

[@sarajamil2672]

ye u just need long pliers. will do the job, im reliably told by a mechanic.

[@zigmarskupriss7131]

Good video but you only replaced the lock. What happened to the cable?

[@TheDeedsta]

New lock doesnt use the cable.

[@mikebircham7628]

Really helpful, took a bit longer that video suggests

[@The_Original_KL]

Mine has gone, gonna have a go at it. Difficulty out of 10??

[@TheDeedsta]

4/10

[@The_Original_KL]

Finally got round to doing this. I'd say it was a little more difficult than a 4 🤣🤣 My grill deffo didn't come off as easy as yours in this video and I broke the cold air intake which I could glue and tape and put it back on and it's good. Hopefully I don't ever have to do that again. 💪💪💪

[@bryanhayes9725]

Very useful but too complicated for me. The garage mechanic opened it without tools but by vigorously pushing with both hands then left right with the key. This is now being replaced and I hope it lasts as long as the original 18 years.

[@stuartyaxley5308]

You can also swap the lock if you just want the original key all you have to do is punch out the two roll pins and swap the barrel I've done it .

[@philip-w-brighton]

on mine there were 3 little pins

[@stephenm5000]

If you don't want a 2 x key car. many Ebay kits sell a customiseable key tumbler you can build for your existing key. Also, I didn't half wince on watching you use bare metal screwdrivers against that nice shiny paintwork under the grill!

[@TheDeedsta]

Yea i tried to be careful when i did it. Best if you put black electric tape on tip to prevent scratches.

[@Jj-bo6wy]

Could you help me fix mine buddy

[@joppyjoppy7797]

How long is the string? Thanks

[@mohammedsaif9192]

Im struggling to get the lock out any advice?

[@TheDeedsta]

Breaking the plastic part?

[@mohammedsaif9192]

@@TheDeedsta no when taking the grill fully out the lock chamber is still there can’t seems to pry it out with force

[@TheDeedsta]

@@mohammedsaif9192 maybe check with a camera if yours has any tabs behind it. Could be you need to twist it with the key then push it out. But I'm not sure. If yours is a different year maybe they changed it a little bit. Also try popping it out with a screw driver from the back by pushing against the cable

[@georgesearle7443]

Hi what model is this focus ? I’m a zetec but don’t know if I have clips on the grille

[@TheDeedsta]

I dont remember. I actually live in USA. Ill ask my cousin which trim it is and get back to you.

[@kirt121]

Brillant saved me money and time, gunna try this. have you got a link for the new part?

[@TheDeedsta]

Link is In the description.

[@kirt121]

@@TheDeedsta cheers man!

[@kirt121]

@@TheDeedsta will that part fit my 2008 focus 1.6? Pretty sure your cars the same right?

[@TheDeedsta]

@@kirt121 yep should work

[@richardgosset4570]

How much is a windscreen washer pump for a 2000 corsa 1.2

[@richardgosset4570]

Or even a recon

[@deltadeltaa1670]

Me has salvado bro 👌🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@antluvsbecky]

Hi I m currently having this problem could you please tell me which locking kit you got as my car is the same car but I've heard there is 2 different kits I dont want to purchase the wrong one thanks

[@TheDeedsta]

Ive put the link to the one I bought in the description. Let me know if it doesnt work.

[@antluvsbecky]

Linked worked. Brilliant stuff thanks 👍

[@bosco9922]

Top man great video 👍. I just bought the part and installed it there now was easy, saved me time and money much appreciated thank you🙏

[@bradleyturner5750]

Great video. Does anyone know the part number of the replacement lock? None of the eBay links work.....

[@hearmenow909]

Legend. cheers.

[@salmansabarwal748]

will it work for ford focus 2009?

[@Jonathan-L]

Yes, it's for 2004 to 2012.

[@bro5800]

Thanks mate, But you did not tell that there are 4 screws (pins) above the grill.The middle ones making the job difficult. I did it but after 50yrs playing with cars!

[@yypyomastercar3037]

Excuse me. Is this to same about Ford Mondeo?

[@TheDeedsta]

Id imagine the repair would be same but parts would be different. But I dont know, not without seeing the car.

[@yypyomastercar3037]

@@TheDeedsta thank you.

[@jennasearle8877]

I have a 2007 focus, has anyone tried this with that year? Not sure how much they differ, if at all?

[@TheDeedsta]

I believe its the same

[@tomennis7414]

Thanks pal 👍

[@MrSmid888]

Arnold Clarke UK quoted me £600 to do this job today. I declined . She said it was £149 for the part and the remainder was for 2 hours labour

[@8skellerns]

I rebuilt the lock in the new cable to match the old locks key when i did mine : )

[@erosbifebeef5115]

If I buy a replacement for a 2015 model, will it work for my 2006 ford focus model? It should be obvious but I found one that says it works for 2004 up to 2015 models. I dont want to buy it and it not work. Thanks!

[@mr83811]

Is this an estate car?

[@Locallybuiltauto]

That’s what ya get for owning a ford

[@jonescrusher1]

Helped me out

[@rasher6290]

Push down on bonnet, turn key,ur welcome 🤗

[@bunchamp85]

in some cases this no longer works

[@RandomClips27.]

Done this but the new part only lasted 4 years which is really a crap design so have to do it again at least I know have to do it just needed a refresher 😁😁

[@TheDeedsta]

Maybe just do the flat head screw driver method?

[@RandomClips27.]

​TheDeedsta just got a metal one from ebay it came from China so far its not broken

[@davinatest8467]

I don’t want to put another crappy locking system into this car......Cani just leave the bonnet without a lock?

[@TheDeedsta]

Yes. Just use a flat head screw driver when you need to access it.

[@nigelmitchell351]

No no no no, no need to smash any thing off, it can all be removed from under the bonnet, and pulled into the engine bay. At least it can on my UK 2011 1.6 diesel model.

[@OfficialMiles2Go]

How much does it cost for someone to do this for me. I need to fix an old car to sell it.

[@chamuzmchapa2974]

Thank u...

[@connectlogic]

can you not just twist it with pliers rather than break it?

[@alirahmati7818]

Tnx

[@MrTruth111]

damn they didnt fix the 8 year old problem...

[@sarajamil2672]

this is the most annying but of having a focus. who designed it? why?!

[@christopherleishman9990]

you spent more money than you should have and you can keep the original lock without breaking it swan neck 10mm spanner at the back you can access they 2 bolts from the front of the car just put your hands up and over and it only took me 40mins to undo the bolts remove the lock hatch replace that broken part and put it all back together

[@yesihavereadit]

It always rains when you are outside!

[@cornwall9]

Mine has broken twice now! Really poor design this. Probably gonna just use a long screwdriver instead of a key now once the 2nd broken latch is taken out.

[@222hira]

thanks for this i fuckin hate this design

[@Mick-n5r]

This is a horrendous invention. Why not have another release inside the car. Unbelievable

[@TheMcooper17]

instead of hammer use vice grips and twist. but ideal fix/mod would be something like this kzbin.info/www/bejne/jXW7dZWNeLaCb5o

[@sarajamil2672]

long pliers is all you need?

[@TheMcooper17]

@@sarajamil2672 if you have them. Mondeo mod works

[@JonnyMack33]

Brill

[@McRitchtopher]

How to fix: Step 1: buy new car