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Checking and refilling levels 307
Safety First Operating instructions Practical tips Technical Data
Opening and closing the bonnet
Opening the bonnet
The lever to open the bonnet can only be used if the driver's door is open.
x Before opening the bonnet, make sure that the windscreen wiper arms are
in place against the windscreen .
x Open the driver's door.
x Pull the release lever page 307, fig. 173 in the direction of the arrow.
The bonnet is released from the lock carrier by a spring mechanism .
x Lift the bonnet using the release lever page 307, fig. 174 (arrow) and
open the bonnet fully. The bonnet is held open thanks to the gas strut.
Closing the bonnet
x To close the bonnet, pull it down to overcome the gas strut pressure
.
x Allow the bonnet to fall into the lock carrier. Do not press down.
If the bonnet is not correctly closed, open it once again and close it correctly.
The bonnet is correctly closed when it is flush with the corresponding parts
on the bodywork.
WARNING
If the bonnet is not correctly closed, it could suddenly open while driving
leaving the driver without visibility. This could result in serious accident.
x After closing the bonnet, always check that it is properly secured by the
locking mechanism in the lock carrier. The bonnet must be flush with the
surrounding body panels.
x While driving, if you notice that the bonnet is not correctly closed then
stop immediately and close it correctly.
x Only open and close the bonnet when there is nobody within its range.
Fig. 173 In the footwell
on the driver side: Lever
for unlocking the bonnet.
Fig. 174 Release lever to
open the bonnet in the
radiator grille.
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