Be prepared—this emergency hood opening tool lets you pop the hood on your 1984–1996 C4 Corvette when the factory release cable fails. Developed by Corvette Plant Action Center Technician Gordon Killebrew, it turns a frustrating “stuck hood” situation into a quick, controlled fix.
Instead of tearing into the car or risking damage, you insert the tool through the driver-side hinge area, twist, and the hood releases. Keep it in your garage or onboard for peace of mind—especially on cars with aging cables.
1984–1996 C4 Corvette (Coupe & Convertible)
Hardened carbon steel rod
Black plastic handle
Rod diameter: 1/4" (6 mm)
Rod length: 19" (483 mm)
Handle width: 7 3/4" (197 mm)
Designed specifically for 1984–1996 C4 Corvette hoods
Developed by Corvette Plant Action Center Technician Gordon Killebrew
Helps open the hood quickly when the release cable breaks/fails
Durable carbon steel rod with ergonomic plastic handle
Instructions included
Because Details Matter
The worst time to discover a failed hood cable is when you need access now. This tool is a simple, smart backup that keeps you in control and helps avoid damage or downtime—because details matter.