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The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle.
- Fig. 304 Detail of footwell on driver s side: Release lever
- Fig. 305 Release catch under the bonnet
The wiper arms should be resting on the windscreen: make sure they are not in a raised position. Otherwise the paint may get damaged.
Opening the bonnet
(Applies to vehicles with plug-in hybrid drive:) Switch off the ignition before you release the bonnet; otherwise the combustion engine may start automatically.
With the driver s door open, pull the lever under the dashboard in the direction indicated (arrow) Fig. 304►.
Lift the bonnet slightly ►.
Press the release catch under the bonnet upwards Fig. 305►. This will release the arrester hook.
Open the bonnet.
Closing the bonnet
To close the bonnet, pull it down to overcome the spring pressure.
Then let it drop into the catches; do not press down ►.
- To avoid the risk of being scalded, never open the bonnet if you see steam or coolant escaping from the engine compartment. Wait until no steam or coolant can be seen before opening the bonnet.
- For safety reasons the bonnet must always be completely closed when the vehicle is moving. After closing it always check that it is properly secured. It should not be possible to lift the front edges of the bonnet.
- Should you notice that the bonnet is not safely secured when the vehicle is moving, stop the vehicle immediately and close the bonnet properly, otherwise it could cause an accident.