Mercedes-Benz E-class 1997 Emergency Operation - Manual (Page 19)

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Hood
To open:
To unlock the hood, pull release lever
(1) under the driver's side of the
instrument panel. At the same time
handle (2) will extend out of the
radiator grill (it may be necessary to lift
the hood up slightly).
Caution!
To avoid damage to the windshield
wiper or hood, open the hood only with
wiper in the parked position.
Pull handle (2) completely out of
radiator grill and open hood (do not
pull upon handle).
To close:
Lower hood and let it drop into lock
from a height of approx. 1 ft. (30 cm),
assisting with hands placed flat on
edges of hood (3).
To avoid hood damage, if hood is not
fully closed, repeat closing procedure.
Do not push down on hood to attempt to
fully close it.
Warning!
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 properly closed
before driving. When closing hood,
use extreme caution not to catch
hands or fingers.
Warning!
Vehicles with gasoline engine:
The engine is equipped with a
transistorized ignition system.
Because of the high voltage it is
dangerous to touch any components
(ignition coils, spark plug sockets,
ignition cables, diagnostic socket)
of the ignition system
• with the engine running,
• while starting the engine,
• if ignition is "on" and the engine
is turned manually.