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I have a 2002 Ford Explorer and the hood will not open. When I pull the release there seems to be some tension, but it will not release the hood.
I was thinking about taking the release handle off and pulling harder on the wire but not sure if I will damage anything. I looked through the grill and I don't think I can access anything.
See if you can spray some light lube thru the grill onto the release mechanism. Then have someone push down on the hood while you yank the release lever. If you're lucky this will do it.