WARNING
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may result in serious injuries.
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Always review and follow the checklist. Follow accepted safety practices and use common
sense.
Opening and closing the engine compartment
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A: In the footwell on the driver side: Inside engine hood release lever. B: Above the radiator grille:
Outside engine hood release (under the hood).
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C: In the engine compartment: Bracket for hood support. D: Hood propped open.
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Please first read and note the introductory information and heed the WARNINGS
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Opening the engine hood
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Before you open the hood, make sure that the windshield wiper arms are resting on the windshield
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.
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Open the driver door and pull the inside hood release lever in the direction of the arrow
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A
. The engine hood is released from its latch by a spring
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.
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Push the outside hood release lever
B
(arrow) and lift the hood all the way up.
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Pull the hood support out of its bracket in the direction of the arrow
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C
and insert it into
the opening in the hood
D
(arrow).
