Operation
Engine compartment
Hood
̈ Pull release lever 1 in direction of ar- ̈ Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator
row.
grille.
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The hood is unlocked and handle 2
will extend out of the radiator grille.
̈ Pull up on the hood (do not pull up on
the handle) and then release it.
Warning!
Do not pull the release lever while the vehi-
cle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could
be forced open by passing air flow.
The hood will be automatically held
open at shoulder height by gas-filled
struts.
!
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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Opening
The hood lock release lever is located in
the driver’s footwell to the left of the park-
ing brake pedal.
To help prevent personal injury, stay clear of
moving parts when the hood is open and the
engine is running. Make sure the hood is
properly 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 of fan blades.
2
Handle for opening the hood
1
Release lever
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz Manuals, Mercedes-Benz S-Class Manuals |
|---|---|
| Tags | Mercedes-Benz S430, Mercedes-Benz S500, Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG, Mercedes-Benz S600 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
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