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DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS -> BONNET for Your Fiat Punto SUV 1999-2010

BONNET  
TO OPEN THE BONNET  
Proceed as follows:  
pull lever (A) in the direction of the arrow;  
press lever (B) as shown by the arrow;  
open the bonnet and release the rod (C) from its clip at the same  
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time. Insert the end of the rod in its recess (D) on the bonnet.  
IMPORTANT Before opening the bonnet, check the windscreen wiper  
arms are not lifted from the windscreen.  
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C
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TO CLOSE THE BONNET  
IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is closed  
properly to avoid its opening while the car is travelling.  
Proceed as follows:  
hold the bonnet up with one hand and, with the  
other, remove rod (C) from recess (D) replace it in  
its clip;  
lower the bonnet at approx. 20 cm from the engine  
compartment and then let it drop, ensuring that it is  
fully closed and not just held in position by the  
safety catch. If the bonnet does not close properly  
do not push it down but open it again and repeat  
the above procedure.  
For safety reasons the bonnet shall always be perfectly closed when travelling.  
Always check for proper bonnet locking. If the bonnet is left inadvertently open,  
stop the car immediately and close the bonnet.  
WARNING  
The bonnet might fall violently if the support rod is not positioned properly.  
Perform the above operations when the car is stationary.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
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