Simple (now I've found it) :-). Turn the whole front badge fully anti-clockwise. Insert key and unlock. Make sure (important) the badge is fully turned to the left. Bonnet open, job done. Remember the secret is to turn the badge fully left.
skyesdad, June 2013
question - under that huge suitcase like plastic covering is there actually an engine - i wonder cos it's quite gutless
Bruce, May 2012
i just bought a 2001 ford mondeo and the bonnet release is indeed a key hole behind the front Ford badge on the grille, hope this helps
june, June 2009
the first comment is the correct one,under the front ford logo
davieglasgow, November 2007
although there was a change in 2002 with fords using the ford badge on the front grill hiding the key hole. try turning the ford badge and there should be a keyhole for ignition key. put it in and turn and bonnet pops up
dave, November 2007
hi the release catch is in the drivers side left hand corner just above the footwell near the door .if not it is broke off,and you need to replace it? all catches for monnys are based their
