1987 911..can't open engine lid!!!

[RoyB]

My 1987 911 has an issue. I pull on the handle in the door jam and the engine lid will not open. I tried lightly banking on it to no avail.

How can I get the engine lid open without cutting a big hole in the lid...

[rusnak]

try parking on an uneven surface with more weight on one of the rear wheels, or have a second person pull up on one corner while you pull on the release lever.

[jcgranato]

Here were some responses when I had the same problem.

How to get deck lid open

[jac1976]

Have someone pull on the handle while you gently press and wiggle the engine cover. A common issue that has been widely discussed here. The fix has also been discussed, but the above should get the cover open. You might cut a short piece of rubber hose to hold the handle in the open position while you open the lid (my wife rolls her eyes when I ask her to pull my handle...insert winky face) otherwise you may need Manute Bol length arms to accomplish the task on your own.

[jac1976]

Damn, after reading my reference to Manute Bol, it might be misconstrued as a compliment to either one of us.

[RoyB]

That's pretty funny!

I figured it might be a two man job. I did use a piece of wood to hold the handle while I jiggled the lid to no avail. I think it needs two folks jiggling.....