What if your car's Hood won't Open?

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8 жыл бұрын

Hood Release Stuck? How do you open a stuck hood? If the hood of your car is not opening or the hood cable is going bad, this video is for you! I show you how to open a hood with a broken cable and how to replace the hood cable with some helpful tips and tricks to make the job easy!
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@wyattreed6870 5 жыл бұрын

He went to the junkyard to find a hood latch just to show us how it works. Love it

@John_Ridley 4 жыл бұрын

Kind of surprised he didn't just remove the one that was right there in the car as a demo then edit that in. But in the demo his is still in the car so I guess he did go get another one. Maybe he stole it out of the parts car...

@4evrchaos865 4 жыл бұрын

Dudes a legend

@peari8676 4 жыл бұрын

@@John_Ridley I think he did they looked similar but just said it's from a junkyard

@niyath 4 жыл бұрын

@@peari8676 if he had did so he would mention that

@ImranMarriott 3 жыл бұрын

He only did for us because my car also have this problem

@Jimmy_and_Bobby 4 жыл бұрын

Chris honesty spends his time to actually get good camera angles and I think we should all be very grateful for this

@chrisfix 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! I always do my best to show everything as clear as possible!

@owenhorn7548 4 жыл бұрын

I agree

@Seraphim401 4 жыл бұрын

@@chrisfix You sir are very talented. Hope to raise my kids to be like you.

@junkstough6622 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely right. Chris could do a video showing how to sit in the car seat, and Id still watch that.

@savetheworldlegend7809 3 жыл бұрын

And the amazing audio

@sh3lieMa3 8 жыл бұрын

I just want to point out how much effort you put in filming these videos. The different camera angles and editing is a pain to do. Thanks for taking the time and effort into making these videos

@joelsalazar3627 2 жыл бұрын

The stealership was gonna charge me $600 to do this when the part cost $37! I used this video to give me the confidence to replace it myself on my 06 C6 Corvette. Worked like a charm! Thanks Chris!

@garretrocha8 8 жыл бұрын

What do you do when your hood won't open? Bring it to a oil change place. first they'll drain the oil, it's their problem now.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Skylight FX hahahahahaha

@MIW_Renegade 7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix yep lol

@connorsargent5170 7 жыл бұрын

Skylight FX lol😂😂😂😂😂

@hduffield3006 7 жыл бұрын

+BleachProductions omg I'm dying🤣🤣🤣 so I'm going to the oil place and then it will their problem,,,, and yes I will play dumb girl role🤔😇

@petrosrz8990 7 жыл бұрын

😂

@MotoSjaak 8 жыл бұрын

I don't have a car. these videos are just nice to watch

@Nehmo 8 жыл бұрын

+Shaquille S - Why not? In some cities, not having a car is doable and even preferable (Amsterdam, eg), but in some others it's a necessity. I didn't have one for years because of repressive fines and imprisonment by the local government here (Kansas City, Kansas, USA), and in this city, you really need one. Anyway, if you are mechanically inclined, cost isn't an issue. With some effort, you can find a broken vehicle you can get going.

@AndyZULUL 8 жыл бұрын

+Nehmo Sergheyev what the hell...? simply because we aren't old enough to drive yet, are you high right now?

@MotoSjaak 8 жыл бұрын

+Nehmo Sergheyev I live in a city 45 minutes from Amsterdam. I don't have a car because I'm to young to drive but I've always found mechanical videos fun to watch.

@Nehmo 8 жыл бұрын

Ash U. - I once lived in Amsterdam-Oost. I didn't have a car while I was there and didn't even look into getting one. But, from my experience, I can say an ebike would definitely be an advantage in that city.

@stanwillems3780 8 жыл бұрын

+Nehmo Sergheyev ik wist niet dat er nederlanders keken naar dit kanaal

@sunkissed6220 5 жыл бұрын

Love how detailed this is. Chris makes it look so easy.

@MrSphayes 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris, great photography, well edited, and very clear instructions. I've just had the exact same problem, so you,re a life saver.

@Mdaddarioe 8 жыл бұрын

When I was 6 years old I was playing with Tonka trucks.When Chris Fix was 6 years old he was over-hauling the engine of his Tonka truck.

@joeldiaz7167 8 жыл бұрын

👍

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Mdelta2000 haha, its funny because I was actually building trucks out of kinex and "mars" rovers too! Of course, all for fun, but little did I know!!!

@ThreeReichsandYoureOut 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix Do you work with cars for a living? You seem to really enjoy it.

@clarkhughes5228 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix is this your drift car?

@Xavificationism 8 жыл бұрын

+Mdelta2000 Nah....ChristFix started learning all about cars when he was merely a single cell. When he was born, he tied his umbilical cord into a steering wheel shape, which became the first steering wheel he owned after the nurse cut it out.

@SacreDro 8 жыл бұрын

I see what you did Cris, you bought the Jaguar so you can have a lot of repair videos :)

@joeyk18 6 жыл бұрын

SacreDro *Chris

@arashsani6719 5 жыл бұрын

actually jaguar is for his father

@brokenglass_au 4 жыл бұрын

He pulled a little sneaky on us.

@fizzco3373 4 жыл бұрын

Nope

@frankthetank1369 3 жыл бұрын

Chris has only 140 million dollars in a trust.

@onden 3 жыл бұрын

This is such a fool-proof way of making car related tutorials I love it. Went to check my first car yesterday and the used car tutorial helped a lot. Even though I know 'jack' about cars I actually knew where to look before deciding. On Monday I'm going to have the VIN and the diagnostics checked and might be buying :) Thanks a lot Chris!

@electronicsNmore 8 жыл бұрын

Very nice job Chris. I'd expect nothing less from you. :-) The worst thing is trying to film a video, then a lawn mower starts up. LOL

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks and yea exactly or a leaf blower or like today, a pressure washer hahaha

@electronicsNmore 8 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix All I have to do is pick up my camera & tripod, then some moron starts making noise. LOL

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

lol

@electronicsNmore 8 жыл бұрын

+Oberscharführer Schrödinger Every latch is different. The best thing to do is look for another car like yours and see how it operates and how to release it.

@technokidbhavik7513 3 жыл бұрын

@@electronicsNmore”:

@al8161 8 жыл бұрын

It is superbly edited so you can see everything and learn how to do it

@64324037 5 жыл бұрын

Im so amazed by his camera work. It's pro level of work for sure

@BrandonBrownOctaneOverdrive 8 жыл бұрын

I love how easy you make your videos man. I've always worked on my own vehicles, and I know a lot about it, but you make it so easy to solve a friend or family members problem. If they come to me with an issue, I simply redirect them to an appropriate video of yours. You're a life saver, keep up the good work.

@StimulusIntrigue 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for making and posting these videos. You have no idea how invaluable this is. I get so frustrated with mechanics where I keep going back for the same issue that is not properly resolved, usually from short cuts and in most cases; for not being familiar with my car or just careless. Believe it or not those manuals can be tough to interpret even with photos. Sometimes it is the wording that can mess it up too. You make the language easy to comprehend in straight up fashion. So thank you, big time!

@michaelvien7094 4 жыл бұрын

My 2002 Jaguar X type cable fell off. Of 5 previous videos, this one is the best and I watched to the end on how to replace the cable if necessary. Thank you Chris.

@mikozuna 8 жыл бұрын

Chris Fixx is like the Bob Ross of car repair..

@testbooster 8 жыл бұрын

This is one of the better channels I've subscribed to...great info.

@robertbidochon7949 8 жыл бұрын

+testbooster *best

@igorm8706 8 жыл бұрын

tis why he has 1million subscribers

@theboredcleanx 7 жыл бұрын

testbooster yeah cuz he gives more useful informations than the other overrated channels

@MarkH10 6 жыл бұрын

CHRIS! I AM IMPRESSED! As a low power tech, I was thinking you will want to use the old cable to fish in the new cable, and that is mostly what you did. The only change I would make is to leave the engine part of the cable parted as the factory did it, then pull into the existing path just through all the right spaces as the manufacturer did it. Great Job!!

@deanqureshi7689 7 ай бұрын

Hey, this video showed me exactly where to look and what to look for. I used a large flat head screwdriver rather than a pry and it only took about 3-4 mins to pop it open. Cheers!!

@spankey0069 8 жыл бұрын

just a tip when pulling the old /new cable through, spray the cable with silicone spray or wd40 to help it slide through easier. That way you don't put too much tension on the new cable.

@mattorama 7 жыл бұрын

102 people are pissed that this video taught anyone how to open up their hood.

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

lol

@ivang97997 7 жыл бұрын

this is how car thief open the hood and disable the alarm (only less than 15 second).

@johnfrancerivera6300 7 жыл бұрын

now 103

@nnovatakaren5515 7 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix do you use latex or nitrile gloves?

@stormflis7199 7 жыл бұрын

Actually it'd be a pretty good way to rob a vehicle at night.

@IlluminatingNight 5 жыл бұрын

I've been watching your videos for year. I currently have this issue and I'm so glad you had a video. The cable popped off the latch. Thank you so much!

@thewarrior5743 5 жыл бұрын

Have been watching your videos for a while now. It has been a form of meditation to me. Great work Chris!

@tolkamp1911 8 жыл бұрын

10 tips to clean the interior?

@lucianonarno1408 8 жыл бұрын

NEVER use something with oils or solvents to clean your dashboard, it will evaporate and leave a nasty residue film on the inside of your windshield.

@lucianonarno1408 8 жыл бұрын

Mayor Ushanka I would suggest cleaning the dashboard with dish soap.

@lexburen5932 8 жыл бұрын

it was about hood poppers. not about clean the interior. maybe theres an other video about that ^-:)

@brainstorm4207 7 жыл бұрын

dont piss in it

@Palma123-6000 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah bro, i think 🤔 he should do a 10 tips to clean the interior

@aleblanc3547 8 жыл бұрын

Great tip to use the old cable to snake the new one through the firewall.

@crackerjack4u 3 жыл бұрын

LOL Chris makes it all look so easy while I'm looking at it 2 hours later, and only about half way through, thinking it's time to take a well needed break.

@manuelrios7494 3 жыл бұрын

Chris... I can’t thank you enough. I was replacing the radiator on my Mercedes and I had to remove the latches to take it out. When I closed the hood, it got stuck on one side. Your video helped me solve the problem. So, thank you, thank you, thank you. Greetings from Guatemala!

@MrMcbballer 7 жыл бұрын

i play his videos at night so his voice can lower me into my dreams

@briansmobile1 8 жыл бұрын

At 3:29, if it's a tight and blind fit, I'll tape a piece of electrical wire scrap to the old cable and pull it through. Then I'll leave it laying through till I run the new cable at which time I'll attach and draw back forward the new cable. It makes the job go way faster and smoother.

@briansmobile1 8 жыл бұрын

+briansmobile1 I commented too soon. I see you did that at 5:20 now. ; D

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+briansmobile1 hahaha

@Goregoonswasteofspace 8 жыл бұрын

+briansmobile1 Hi Brian! Suffering from premature commentation I see? Maybe think about baseball stats or something next time you feel you might end up commenting too soon. ;c)

@lucianonarno1408 8 жыл бұрын

+Goregoon LOL!😂

@jifi-0178 8 жыл бұрын

+briansmobile1 That big hyper BRAIN of urs is thinking ahead of us mere mortals way too fast, mister. Do u liquid cool that thing? *puts ice cubes in Brian's ears*

@Park2King 7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix is the ultimate 'shade tree' mechanic and one hell of a videographer. Worth every minute of my viewing time. Just wish every auto mechanic had the same skills as Chris.

@chkrvrty 3 жыл бұрын

Love the attention to detail, showing mechanisms with sample parts, and the excellent camera angles. I watched this entire video, and I don't even own a Jaguar!

@Fuzion180 8 жыл бұрын

Attach the old cable to the new cable and pull through, genius! of course! you can come and help me work on my car Chris! if only you were nearer :(

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Fuzion180 thanks! Little tips like that make the job so much easier!

@stwscarm2205 4 жыл бұрын

I Love Chris fix’s camera angles. It really helps me understand all this stuff.

@mihaig888 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing videos not just for car lovers but for any person pasioned by mechanical devices. Keep up the good work, Chris!

@chrisfix 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@chrisgrable7786 2 жыл бұрын

I really need to change out this cable on my x-type and your video was flippin' awesome. Thanks!

@fabio7500 8 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so helpful, especially for those who wants to do these things by themselves, but also for the new mechanical like me that need to learn more of this work. I'm from Italy and unfortunately in my high school the teachers are literally fuckers, I hate them because their lessons are empty and boring. So now in my holidays I'm trying to learn more by myself, and a couple of days ago I discovered your channel. I was like "woow! Finally a serious person whence I can learn more!" I'm addicted to your videos, they are so easy and well done. I'm so happy I found you. Sorry for the long speech and if I did some grammar mistakes, I hope you'll keep doing awesome videos like you always did. Thank you.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! I am glad you enjoy the videos and are learning a lot!

@federicorampin3300 Жыл бұрын

cazzo le superiori di meccanica fanno schifo in italia

@TheEpicTrolgamingBoy 5 жыл бұрын

7:10 did he blur his self in that car window?

@axelk.a.cprabudi1144 4 жыл бұрын

umm yep i see him but its blured

@rypdx 4 жыл бұрын

Yes what a weirdo lol. His face is already on KZfaq. Not on his channel but others

@niyath 4 жыл бұрын

@@rypdx video is 4 years old dude

@osbertsmith286 7 жыл бұрын

Excellent demonstration by someone thoroughly familiar with solving this problem and repairing it. I just bought a 2004 Jaguar X type car with this precise problem and my mechanic couldn't solve the problem. Your demo was so very helpful, I felt compelled to express my gratitude. Fantastic job! 😊 Thank you! Now I will check a few garages and show them the video if the seem clueless or unfamiliar. Why the bloody hell did they design the car with two freaking latches tho???? Safety my Azz, one latch is sufficient, cost less all around as this it seems is a very common problem with Jaguars. Bought this car out of Japan and it was shipped here and we discovered this problem upon its arrival.

@hervedupre7894 3 жыл бұрын

This incredible video SAVED MY LIFE today, because the hood was suddenly locked and I am selling my X-Type tomorrow 😰. It's working now after 2 hours of work 😊😊😅 Exactly what I needed. Only one remark, you need to partially remove the plastic protection under the motor before seeing the latch. I spent 45 min looking for it before that lol

@ShaneTheMunchist 7 жыл бұрын

you never cease to amaze me chris

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

@minecraftboss1678 7 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix your amazing

@chinmaygupta1530 8 жыл бұрын

I love all the upcoming video ideas you have Chris, but do you remember the police interceptor project, with the center console? can you do another final video on that, I've been waiting for that for months!! did you get your ideas for the c. console accepted by the officer already?

@adelkheir 8 жыл бұрын

Your timing couldn't have been more perfect ! I already have a broken hood cable issue on my dad's Mercedes w123 for months and we couldn't open the hood for the life of us even when I went on the forums to find a solution. Gonna try it tomorrow

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Let me know how it goes!

@c.m.8029 5 жыл бұрын

This is by far the best video I’ve seen so far. I Love the way you got video of everything close and a split screen video

@lexmaximaguy8788 8 жыл бұрын

normal car...1 latch...jaguar needs 2 latches!

@number1heatrocka287 8 жыл бұрын

fancy, huh?

@morrismaneschijn9919 8 жыл бұрын

My Audi 80 from '86 has two too! Wish this video was online 4 weeks ago, would've saved me a lot of time thinking haha

@hafizhlovesminecraft 8 жыл бұрын

Fancy

@ScottPC 8 жыл бұрын

My fathers 2015 Audi S6 has two!

@morrismaneschijn9919 8 жыл бұрын

+ThatGuyNamedScott. C just checked, our Audi A6 2004 has two too

@Nshifty4 8 жыл бұрын

Chris would be a good dad

@colonthego 8 жыл бұрын

well you better get to work on him then.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Jordan Boglin Thank you!

@HUBBABUBBADOOPYDOOP 8 жыл бұрын

+Jordan Boglin (will be)

@bots6796 5 жыл бұрын

*daddy*

@user-ut9ln4vd5m 5 жыл бұрын

Why? What is it about fixing a broke down car & videoing it well that makes you think he's A1 father material?

@stephenirwin2761 5 жыл бұрын

Chris I love the upbeat attitude in your newer videos. It makes them great to watch. I appreciate how you lay out the tools and steps and show the potential gottyahhs or differences we might encounter. Thanks,

@chrisfix 5 жыл бұрын

Glad the videos are helpful!

@samanthafranklyput 2 жыл бұрын

How dare you post such a helpful video 😮 guys like you are why I have fixed so much on my vehicles myself!

@aliabdallah102 7 жыл бұрын

my car's not even broken but I still watch em.

@blues03 8 жыл бұрын

7:10, that blur. Lol.

@ZORGONICAL 8 жыл бұрын

He never showed his face?

@crizodude 8 жыл бұрын

+Adrn Ncso the blur didn't look to be near his face in his reflection, hes face seemed more up and to the left of the blur? Maybe i'm wrong.

@hafizhlovesminecraft 8 жыл бұрын

ikr 😂😂😂

@SkillfulCorpse 8 жыл бұрын

+blues03 The funny thing is that you can see his face in older videos XD

@GordorBR 8 жыл бұрын

he made an plastic and went wrong...

@edwardedward7974 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris for your very swift and unexpected reply ! I'm very sorry to add that when I got under the car I could not see the latch for all the engine components in the way .I'm amazed that you produced such a clear view it ! Cheers Eddie

@dominicsegedi6761 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos has really kind of become my safe spot of some sort. I mean like every time I’m feeling a bit down or if I’m just bored or if I’m having a bad day. I just watch a couple of your videos and I’m back at being happy again. Just got out of a break up a few hours ago so ur videos are really helpful right now. Thank you for being who you are and I just love ur content man! Keep up the good work bro!

@chrisfix 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Dominic!

@nw6124 8 жыл бұрын

I have a jag and it's old this is very helpful

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

@jazbeasley8249 5 жыл бұрын

I have a jag x type with the same problem

@Greatligerzero 5 жыл бұрын

hey Chris FIx, just wanted to give you a HUGE thank you, because of you im a PROUD owner of a 2003 CVPI and purchased a perfect condition vehicle thanks to your checklist i printed out, the owner gave me an odd look lol but it helped!!!! you are AWESOME! literally everything im curious about i just youtube it and you pop up!! keep up the great work!

@16addam 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this, the release on our car just decided to break so, this means I now have NO issues replacing it! So clear and great camera work!!!!

@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын

Glad the video was helpful!

@SuperEagles97 8 жыл бұрын

Holy crap, Chris! You're so close to 1 million subscribers!

@nasa1985 8 жыл бұрын

You class 170,000 as "so close".

@nasa1985 8 жыл бұрын

+ben dover. I was referring to the number that separates him from 1 million, I guess I could of worded my comment better.

@Tony-pg3hk 8 жыл бұрын

+NASA 1 you are probobly the only person to ever admit they could've worded their comment better. fair play lad....*claps*

@stuvs830 8 жыл бұрын

+NASA 1 It has built up at a good clip. Nice to see the good guys win for a change. Appears he'll top one million before too much longer. 😊

@static_chris4097 8 жыл бұрын

You should do a tool box tour!

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Chris Jones Very soon!

@priyankaagarwal2943 5 жыл бұрын

yes, he should do it

@bsta100012 8 жыл бұрын

Watching this in Bulgaria.Your videos are very helpful and are very well shoot.Keep the good work

@fpsawesom123 8 жыл бұрын

Chris, I have to say, your videos are some of the best car videos that I can find. Not to sound rude or anything, but jeeps don't have this problem. Just open the straps, lift the hood up a little bit, push the hood release lever, and just open it. The one downside to the jeep hood is that there's no spring retention system. Got to use the old fashion hood rod.

@that41guy94 6 жыл бұрын

im lost at words for how extremely helpful your videos are Chris, couldve looked you up on youtube way back before i spent so much money being ripped off by auto shops. ;( also, please do a video of how to fix a car door that wont lock

@chrisfix 6 жыл бұрын

Im glad the videos are helpful!

@lonely.toaster 3 жыл бұрын

ChrisFix I like to gain knowledge from these for when I get a car in 4 years and my dad watches you too :)

@alexissilva5952 7 жыл бұрын

"And that pops right out" Chrisfix - a lot.

@joshdevdoss9041 7 жыл бұрын

Nice Step by step, I'm from India and I just changed it on my Alto. Awesome and keep doing what you do.

@atarvhegde5210 3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations on 7M subscribers ChrisFix!!

@patrickmcnamara5846 7 жыл бұрын

Dang...that's some great filming...thanks

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@patrickmcnamara5846 7 жыл бұрын

Also...just to give you a chuckle..I thought the hood release wasn't working...but I was pulling on the BRAKE release lever the whole time...newer car...dummy ;)) Hood release works fine...lubed the heck out of it anyway...

@tolkamp1911 8 жыл бұрын

10 tips to clean your engine?

@Krizzleswg 8 жыл бұрын

+Juriaan Tolkamp Baby wipes!

@Adam-bw4lw 8 жыл бұрын

TIP 1.don't clean your engine

@alexisjavier84 8 жыл бұрын

+Krizzle Sizzle lol, true

@urbansasquatch5537 8 жыл бұрын

how to clean engine bay*

@robertbidochon7949 8 жыл бұрын

+Juriaan Tolkamp dry cloth. Don't ever ever use any liquid to clean your engine.

@ToxiicFlamez 8 жыл бұрын

hey man i actually really like your videos, they are fun and informative!

@peterlin3902 8 жыл бұрын

So grateful Chris ， every video get lot help . Clear, simple, easy

@February54 8 жыл бұрын

And they say maintaining a Jaguar costs thousands! Doesn't look expensive or difficult haha. I know on Hondas the cable goes inside the fender along the body and you have to pull inner fender plastic to get access.

@900bz 8 жыл бұрын

This is just a piece of wire Usually parts for expensive cars are expensive too

@February54 8 жыл бұрын

900bz usually that is not the case. You have to shop around and change parts yourself.

@cakefaice 8 жыл бұрын

+February 1990 and up Jaguars (or Forduars in this case) aren't made to last in the slightest. Their parts are extremely expensive, the labor is intense thanks to the stupid engineering, and it's almost guaranteed that any modern jag you see with more than 120k has been through at least one engine and two transmissions.

@helivesonforever 8 жыл бұрын

+February The parts are a lot more expensive than say a domestic car. For example, a water pump on my truck is 39 bucks. On this jaguar, it's 191 dollars plus a core charge. Compare the prices to your car on any parts store's website. Most stores won't have the part in stock, or even carry it at all.

@February54 8 жыл бұрын

Cake Face They are not a Honda, but they are not an italian Fiat either. My favorites are X300 and X308 bodystyles. X300 had a few small problems (mostly electrical like clock not working or power seat switches not working), but their inline 6 was very reliable as was the ZF auto. Maintenance is cheap if you do the work yourself. X308 V8 did suffer from Nikasil liners being eaten away by sulfur in the fuel and plastic timing chain tensioners breaking because bad quality plastic was weakened by engine oil. These issues were fixed after September of 2000. Compared to pre 1992 Jaguars, Ford really fixed how these cats were built. It would be a fun project car and I believe a reliable daily if you are mechanically confident and competent.

@maxfoxx3191 7 жыл бұрын

Jaguar hood wouldn't open! Found Chris Fix! Hood opens!! Magic!!!!

@cyneathiajones-gray9191 6 жыл бұрын

My mechanic followed these instructions to the "T" and it worked! I've had NO problems with the Hood Release since my mechanic fixed it! (Thanks Chris). I purchased a 2005 X-Type Jaguar (Made in Britain])! It is indeed a ""Classy Car." I'm maintaining iit to ensure it'll become Historic ! This is a Good Clean Race Car that's FUN to Drive !! I Love my Jag-U-ar! And NO, It's NOT a piece of crap! Like anything else... if you can afford to take care of it -- it will Take care of You!!!

@kundasonsmurf2776 6 жыл бұрын

thanks man. amazing video and I can safely say I don't think I ever seen such an easy thoroughly detailed yet easy tutorial. keep up the great work

@stickshiftgo3968 7 жыл бұрын

If only the previous owner of my civic knew this, I wouldn't need to replace my hood and radiator support

@gamingpredator4226 7 жыл бұрын

glad i found this! i had this exact problem with this exact car haha

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

+GamingPredator perfect! Glad the video was helpful!

@huntermackenzie7473 7 жыл бұрын

GamingPredator lmao literally me too 😂

@zho3in 7 жыл бұрын

Your narrations on videos are awesome. I like your videos and I watched all of them!

@mitjakraner Жыл бұрын

Here it is the very first chrisfix video I watched and ever since I watched this video I've been a huge fan thank you so much for giving us tutorials on how to fix stuff on our cars and I hope you get to 10 million as fast as possible

@carlosrosete3344 8 жыл бұрын

Nice video, very detailed with good camera angles....so from the looks of it, it looks like u decided to buy the jaguar.

@mtus647 8 жыл бұрын

+Carlos Rosete Yeah, he actually bought it before the video series were uploaded.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Carlos Rosete Thanks! Yes, I got the jag in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mtiSm7F927_cd4U.html

@jeremyraber3078 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix you should make a video on how to fix a parking brake when I put it in park the car rolls yet a couple inches

@carlosrosete3344 8 жыл бұрын

+Jeremy Raber your parking break should be able to hold ur car...try testing it by-putting it on drive and slowly releasing the accelerator...right chris?

@jeremyraber3078 8 жыл бұрын

+Carlos Rosete thanks!! :)

@basedmangoes3379 8 жыл бұрын

how did you get a camera up there?

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Based Mangoes Lots of time and special equipment!

@charlesdamien5849 7 ай бұрын

Chris has become the Bob Ross of car fix videos

@azureeykola 4 жыл бұрын

Chris actually spends 10% effort in fixing cause he mastered all the fixing and the other 90% for getting killer camera angles. You're a legend, Chris! 😂

@eriqguy 7 жыл бұрын

Does anyone wonder how in the world he gets these great camera angles when underneath?

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

Lots of time, and special cameras.

@glennadriantafjordoldervik3151 8 жыл бұрын

What if your hood opens backwards like in an old BMW etc?

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

The hood release is typically at where the hood meets the windshield at the corners. That is how it is on my Vette.

@TERRORoftheLORD 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video, and the useful tips! this will help with most cables! I changed all of the cables on our Yamaha Blaster, and it takes some careful threading of the cables.

@hoursandhours8204 7 жыл бұрын

You have really quality content. I don't have a car and I definitely don't work on them. But I love the way your videos are shot and narrated. So I've been watching for hours.

@silvinomontiel7047 8 жыл бұрын

if you check the how to paint your steel wheels video he has this same jaguar in the bavk

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Silvino Montiel yep

@HowToGaming1080p 8 жыл бұрын

+Silvino Montiel he records he video and uploads them later -_-

@gonchis_gon_solo 8 жыл бұрын

+HowTo Gaming1080p better than uploading them recording -_-

@HowToGaming1080p 8 жыл бұрын

Gonzo Lima it take time m8 to edit lets say he does a video of replacing something he has to edit alot insted of making an paint where he only paint and does not have to explain everything see m8 i cant spell sry

@numberrocker 8 жыл бұрын

Was the headlight fluid alright? Haha

@moonbeam112 8 жыл бұрын

+William Kolt ChrisFix April fools

@TheNoobyNoob 8 жыл бұрын

Headlightsl fluid isn't a real thing. I think you confused it with blinker fluid.

@chrisfix 8 жыл бұрын

+Timothy_Terror Yes, she was topped off the first day I got her!

@fatalvenomX 8 жыл бұрын

+ChrisFix BMW seriously needs to work on their blinker fluid reservoirs, they're always running dry from leakage. Most owners have just given up.

@Mukeshmiktecrep 8 жыл бұрын

+Timothy_Terror I remember that........... lol

@azali284 3 жыл бұрын

Very thoughtful video with first person view in mind also very well explained simple and effective without all the jargon. Well done Chris keep up the good work.

@TheSecondR 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Chris! I was having trouble with my hood and you came to the rescue

@salspat5961 7 жыл бұрын

What if you have no access to the latch, from underneath.... now what ?

@chrisfix 7 жыл бұрын

Try to find access. Take the wheel off and the wheel-well liner off

@ixape 6 жыл бұрын

Now you're screwed, find someone to fix it for you!

@damiencaldwell3144 5 жыл бұрын

what if your hood opens backwards and yoyr engine and trans are in the way of the latch?

@Bobbybeb 8 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing the jag will be featured in a few more videos :)

@samcurmudgeon 8 жыл бұрын

+Bobby0345 Yep. And a few of those videos will be really, really, really hard to do in your diveway on jack stands.

@Nehmo 8 жыл бұрын

+Bobby0345 - Because of it's reputation, I believe it's a good brand. But the image isn't to my liking. If a guy drives it, it says "compensating".

@BASavage81 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Good camera placement. I love your positive and energetic presentation.

@asw140461 7 жыл бұрын

Superb, clear, concise, informative :) Had hood issue and this made repairing it a breeze. Many thanks :)

@zx8401ztv 8 жыл бұрын

Smashing tutorial chris :-D That old coaxial cable looked really crusty, no oil for years :-( Is the replacement cable a pattern part or from one of the companys that owned jaguar at one time or another?

@JRobert111111 8 жыл бұрын

+zx8401ztv Its a Ford Jaguar. You can clearly see Ford stamped into the plastic on the interior hood release.

@cjmillsnun 8 жыл бұрын

+zx8401ztv It's probably a part for a Mondeo, seeing as the X Type is a Mondeo Mk3 in a lot of places under the skin.

@zx8401ztv 8 жыл бұрын

+cjmillsnun lol yes i can believe that, some people dont like the mondeo, but ive known frends have them for years, did the job. I like ford in general, well growing up with uk made fords does bias my view, and the parts are not too expensive. That cable in the jag/mondeo looks like it could be made with parts from a motorbike shop, if it was hard to get.

@sbenn99 8 жыл бұрын

I've discovered the Jaguar x-type is on a Ford Contour/ Mondeo chassis with a ford v-6 engine. Back when Jaguar was owned by ford

@zx8401ztv 8 жыл бұрын

Its a shame really, the jaguar used to be a special car before the uk company died, the ford version is ok but its a badge, i suppose its better than no jaguar at all, shame though :-(. Dont get me wrong, i like ford, i grew up with them.

@rsadek77 8 жыл бұрын

I never understood why someone would give a simple general "how to", a thumbs down...

@joshmw94gaming43 5 жыл бұрын

I wanna be a mechanic and I'm so happy I found your channel I LOVE how you go super in depth on everything you do or can do you deserve more subs than you already have definitely hitting that bell :D

@rocketman1058 8 жыл бұрын

The best mechanic on the web. Thanks for video!

@THEBRAINANAYTOR 8 жыл бұрын

Hood won't open? Must have an LS motor.

@frankmagana1408 8 жыл бұрын

I have a GMC Yukon, I don't what the engine looks like

@DreamKeeper. 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a hornets nest in a car that’s been sitting for 20+ years and the hood won’t open. Guess I gotta try to do this before I can remove the nest……great🙄

@MadMarketingDad 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, thank you! I have a Jaguar X-Type & I’ve been dealing with a hood cable issue for months now. Thanks for the info & breakdown!

@eddiexgames4887 8 жыл бұрын

man this vid was sooooo helpful today was such a bad day and noe that i found you i can finnaly fix up my car. my wipers didnt work. gas meter broken ran out of gas. and now hood wont open. this video is first step to making my baby brand new. thanks alot you just made my day bright.