Dodge 2008 Sprinter - Manual (Page 323)

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Operation
Engine compartment
4
̈ Lift the hood gently.
̈ Push back support strut 3
( ୴ page 319).
̈ Let the hood drop from a height of
approximately 05. ft (30 cm).
The hood engages audibly.
̈ Check to make sure the hood is fully
closed.
If the hood can be raised slightly, it
is not properly engaged. Open it
again and allow it to drop from a
slightly greater height.
Warning
G
Make sure that the hood is securely en-
gaged before driving off. Do no continue
driving if the hood can no longer engage
after an accident, for example.
The hood could otherwise come loose
while the vehicle is in motion and endan-
ger you and/or others.
! CAUTION
When you press the support strut
back, make sure that you do not
press it against the detent position
and cause it to bend.
! CAUTION
Do not use your hands to push the
hood down. Doing so could damage
it.
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