Operation
Engine compartment
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Closing
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with the engine running
while starting the engine
when the ignition is switched on
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Warning!
When closing the hood, use extreme caution
not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that
you do not close the hood on anyone.
The hood lock release lever is located in
the driver’s footwell.
Make sure that the hood is securely en-
gaged before driving off. Do not continue
driving if the hood can no longer engage af-
ter an accident, for example. The hood could
otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in
motion and endanger you and others.
2
Handle for opening the hood
Press and hold handle 2.
The hood is unlocked.
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Pull up on the hood in direction of ar-
row and then release it.
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Let the hood drop from a height of
approximately 1 ft (30 cm).
The hood will be automatically held
open at shoulder height by gas-filled
struts.
1
Release lever
The hood will lock audibly.
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Pull release lever 1 downwards.
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Check to make sure the hood is fully
closed.
The hood is unlocked. Handle 2 pro-
trudes slightly from the radiator grille.
If not, lift the hood slightly.
If you can raise the hood at a point
above the headlamps, then it is not
properly closed. Open it again and let it
drop with somewhat greater force.
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To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or
hood, never open the hood if the wiper arms are
folded forward away from the windshield.
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| Categories | Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Manuals, Mercedes-Benz Manuals |
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| Tags | Mercedes-Benz GL320 CDI, Mercedes-Benz GL450, Mercedes-Benz X164 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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