Mercedes-Benz 2003 E-Class - Manual (Page 261)

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Operation
Engine compartment
Engine compartment
Hood
Opening
1 Hood release
̈ Pull lever 1 downwards.
The hood is unlocked and handle 2 will
extend out of the radiator grille.
2 Handle for opening the hood
̈ Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator
grille.
̈ Pull up on the hood (do not pull up on
the handle) and then release it.
The hood will be automatically held
open at shoulder height by gas-filled
struts.
Warning!
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Do not pull the release lever while the vehi-
cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could
be forced open by passing air flow.
!
To avoid damage to the windshield wip-
ers or hood, never open the hood if the
wiper arms are folded forward away
from the windshield.
Warning!
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To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the
engine is running. Be sure the hood is prop-
erly closed before driving. When closing the
hood, use extreme caution not to catch
hands or fingers.
The radiator fan may continue to run for ap-
proximately 30 seconds or even restart af-
ter the engine has been turned off. Stay
clear from fan blades.