Opening the hood
Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guidelines, have any work on the vehicle performed only by a service center.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is the danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards.◀
1. Pull the lever.

2. Press the release handle and open the hood.

See also:
Coolant
General information
Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while the
engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant may
cause burns.
Suitable additives
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xDrive
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Concerted action by the xDrive and DSC
further optimize traction and driving dynamics.
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Fuel specifications
Never use fuels labeled at the fuel pump as metal-containing.
Do not use leaded gasoline or gasoline with
metal-containing additives such as manganese or iron; doing so can cause permanent
damag ...
