How do you open the hood on a 1988 Cadillac Deville when the cable release is broken?

To open the hood on a 1988 Cadillac Deville with a broken cable release, you can try accessing the latch directly. Use a flathead screwdriver or a similar tool to pry open the hood slightly at the front edge, then reach in through the gap to locate the hood latch mechanism. Carefully manipulate the latch with the tool to release it. If this doesn't work, you may need to remove the grille or use a wire hanger to reach the latch from underneath the vehicle.