Checking and relling levels
Preparing the vehicle for work in
the engine compartment
Before performing works in the engine com-
partment, always perform the following opera-
tions in the order indicated ››› :
1. Place the vehicle on level and rm ground,
taking all necessary safety precautions.
2. Press the brake pedal and keep it pressed
until the ignition is switched o.
3. Apply the electronic parking brake.
4. Automatic transmission: press the parking
lock button P.
5.
Switch the ignition o ›››page165.
6.
Remove the vehicle key from the vehicle
and store it outside to avoid inadvertently
starting the engine.
7.
Wait for the engine to cool down sui-
ciently.
8.
Always keep other people away from the
engine compartment.
9.
Immobilize the vehicle so that it cannot
move.
WARNING
For your own safety, do not ignore this im-
portant check list, otherwise this could cause
accidents and serious injuries.
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Always follow the indications on the check
list and always bear in mind the general
safety measures.
Opening and closing the bonnet
Fig.219 Release lever in the driver's footwell
area.
Fig.220 Lever under the bonnet.
Opening the bonnet
The bonnet is released from inside the vehicle.
Before opening the bonnet, make sure that the
windscreen wiper arms are in place against the
windscreen.
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Open the door and pull the lever that is un-
derneath the instrument panel ›››Fig.219
1
.
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To lift the bonnet, press towards the left on
the lever located under the bonnet, in the cen-
tre ›››Fig.220
2
. The fastening hooks are
unlocked.
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The bonnet can be opened.
Closing the bonnet
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Pull the bonnet down until the force of the
gas spring is overcome.
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Then let the bonnet engage in the locking
component with a gentle push.