Operation, maintenance -> Hood for Your BMW Z3 SUV First Generation (1995-2002)

118nHood  
Do not work on your vehicle  
without appropriate skills. Always  
switch off the engine and allow it to  
cool down before working in the engine  
compartment. Always disconnect the  
battery before working on any electrical  
systems or equipment, especially when  
these are located within the engine  
compartment. Comply with all appli-  
cable instructions and warnings. If you  
are not familiar with all guidelines, have  
the work performed by your BMW  
center. Otherwise, safety hazards for  
vehicle occupants and other road users  
may occur as a result of improper  
handling of components and mate-  
rials.<  
To release  
To open  
Pull the lever located under the left-  
hand side of the instrument panel.  
Grasp the hood on both sides on the  
level of the latch (arrow 1); press the  
latch upward and simultaneously lift the  
hood with both hands.  
 
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To close  
Allow the hood to fall from a height of  
about 12 in (30 cm) so that it audibly  
engages.  
To avoid injuries, be sure that the  
travel path of the hood is clear  
when it is closed, as with all closing  
procedures.  
If it is determined that the hood is not  
completely closed while driving, stop  
immediately and close it securely.<