Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon, Operator'S Manual

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WARNING Risk of injury from using the
windshield wipers while the engine hood
is open
When the engine hood is open and the wind‐
shield wipers are set in motion, you can be
trapped by the wiper linkage.
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Always switch off the windshield wipers
and ignition before opening the engine
hood.
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To open: pull lever 1 to release the engine
hood.
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Push hood catch 1 upwards and lift the
hood by approximately 15 in (40 cm).
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To close: lower the hood and let it fall from a
height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
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If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open
the hood again and close it with a little more
force until it engages correctly.
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