Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL 1988, Owner'S Manual

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Warning!
Hood - 420 SEL, 560 SEL
To open:
To unlock the hood, pull release lever
(1) under the driver’s side of the in­
strument panel. At the same time
handle (2) will pop out of the radiator
grill (it may be necessary to lift the
hood up slightly).
Pull handle (2) completely out of
radiator grill and open hood (do not
pull up on handle).
Caution!
To avoid damage to the windshield
wipers or hood, open the hood only
with wipers in the parked position.
To close:
Close hood by depressing it firmly.
To help prevent personal injury,
stay clear of moving parts when the
hood is open and the engine is run­
ning. Be sure the hood is properly
closed before driving.
The engine is equipped with a
transistorized ignition system.
Because of the high voltage it is
dangerous to touch any compo­
nents (ignition coil, distributor,
spark plug sockets, ignition cables,
diagnostic socket) of the ignition
system
• if the ignition is “on” and the
engine turned manually
• while starting the engine
• with the engine running.
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