FIAT Panda Classic - Manual (Page 70)

The bonnet may drop suddenly if the sup-
porting rod is not positioned properly. This
should only be done when the car is stationary.
WARNING
Before opening the bonnet, check that
windscreen wiper arm is not lifted from
the windscreen.
WARNING
With hot engine, proceed with the utmost
care inside the engine compartment to
avoid burns. Do not place your hands close to the
fan: it might start working also with the ignition
key removed. Wait for engine cooling.
WARNING
BONNET
To open - fig. 79-80-81
Pull the red lever (under the dashboard) in the arrow
direction as shown in the figure.
Lift the lever A.
Lift the bonnet and at the same time release the rod B from
its catch C.
Insert the end of the rod in recess D on the bonnet
and secure it.
fig. 80 F0Z0690m fig. 79 F0Z0202m
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KNOW YOUR
VEHICLE
SAFETY
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN
AN EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX
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