Opening the hood
1. Pull lever in the interior:
Engine is released, arrow 1.

2. After the lever is released, pull the lever again:
Hood can be opened, arrow 2.
Indicator/warning lamps
When the hood is opened, a Check Control message is displayed.
Closing the hood

Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/ 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Hood open when driving
If you see any signs that the hood is not completely closed while driving, pull over immediately and close it securely.
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.
See also:
System limits
Personal responsibility
The system cannot serve as a substitute
for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic
situation.
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Closing
Danger of pinching
Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the window is clear;
otherwise, injuries may result.◄
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