Practical information
Opening the bonnet
Before doing anything under the
bonnet, switch off the Stop & Start
system to avoid any risk of injury
resulting from an automatic change to
StARt mode.
Opening
F
From inside: pull the release lever, located
F
From the outside: lift the safety catch and
on the left below the dashboard, towards
you.
raise the bonnet.
A bonnet strut opens the bonnet and holds it
open.
Do not open the bonnet in high winds.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the bonnet
stay with care (risk of burns).
Closing
F
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end
of its travel.
F
Check that it is latched correctly.
The cooling fan may start after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades.
Because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.
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