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How to Open a Stuck Bonnet on a Toyota Corolla MK3

Model: Toyota Corolla MK 3 - Years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Body

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If the bonnet of your Toyota Corolla MK3 is stuck, what procedure should you follow? This video shows you how. The locking mechanism is located behind the front panel, so it is advisable to slightly lift the vehicle to access the lock above the radiator fan; you will need to press the release lever to the right to open it. Once you manage to open the bonnet from the inside, you can see how the mechanism works and how it closes.

This way, you can check the mechanism's operation and repair it so that when closing the bonnet, it can easily reopen.


Updated on 12 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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