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Practical information
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or in certain moving components - risk of
strangulation and serious injury!
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
Before any work is carried out under the
bonnet, it is essential to switch off the ignition
and disconnect the charging connector nozzle
if it is connected, check that the READY
indicator lamp is off on the instrument panel
and wait 4 minutes - risk of serious injury!
The location of the interior bonnet release
lever prevents the bonnet being opened
when the left-hand front door is closed.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch with care (risk of
burns), using the protected area.
When the bonnet is open, take care not to
damage the safety catch.
Do not open the bonnet under very windy
conditions.
Cooling of the engine when stopped
The engine cooling fan may start after the
engine has been switched off.
Take care with objects or clothing that could
be caught in the blades of the fan!
Opening
► From the inside: pull the control lever, located
on the left below the dashboard, towards you.
► From the outside: lift the safety catch and
raise the bonnet.
A bonnet strut opens the bonnet and holds it
open.
Closing
► Lower the bonnet and release it near the end
of its travel.
► Check the locking.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is strongly
recommended that exposure to water (rain,
washing, etc.) be limited.
Engine compartment
The engine shown here is an example for
illustrative purposes only.
The locations of the following components may
vary:
– Air filter.
– Engine oil dipstick.
– Engine oil filler cap.
– Priming pump.
– Degassing screw.