Mercedes-Benz 2008 CL 550 4MATIC, Operator'S Manual

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Engine compartment
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Engine compartment
Hood
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Warning!
Do not pull the release lever while the
vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood
could be forced open by passing air flow.
This could cause the hood to come loose
and injure you and/or others.
Opening
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Warning!
If you see flames or smoke coming from the
engine compartment, or if the coolant
temperature gauge indicates that the
engine is overheated, do not open the hood.
Move away from vehicle and do not open
the hood until the engine has cooled. If
necessary, call the fire department.
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Warning!
You could be injured when the hood is open
– even when the engine is turned off.
Parts of the engine can become very hot.
To prevent burns, let the engine cool off
completely before touching any
components on the vehicle. Comply with all
relevant safety precautions.
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Warning!
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear
of moving parts when the hood is open and
the engine is running.
The radiator fan may continue to run for
approximately 30 seconds or may even
restart after the engine has been turned off.
Stay clear of fan blades.
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Warning!
The engine is equipped with a transistorized
ignition system. Because of the high
voltage it is dangerous to touch any
components (ignition coils, spark plug
sockets, diagnostic socket) of the ignition
system
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with the engine running
R
while starting the engine
R
when the ignition is switched on and the
engine is turned manually
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Hood lock release lever
X Pull release lever
1
.
The hood is unlocked.
! To avoid damage to the windshield wipers
or hood, never open the hood if the wiper
arms are folded forward away from the
windshield.
Operation
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