How to open mercedes bonnet c-class

Open the driver door and look under the dash, right above the parking brake. You should see the hood release handle.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3551″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”img_link_large”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_column_text]

Step 2: Pull hood release to pop the hood up

Pull on the hood release and you will hear the hood pop up. Pull a couple of times on the release to make sure that the latches are released.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3550″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”img_link_large”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_column_text]

Step 3: Pull the hood release FORWARD (Not UP).

Behind the grill is the hood latch release. If you don’t see it, try lifting the hood up an inch. The release should pop out. Grab and pull the release forward. Do not try to lift the hood by pushing the hood release up.

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Step 4: Open hood

Grab the hood and pull it up to open hood. If the hood does not open, pull the triangle shaped hood release and pull it forward some more.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=”3554″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” onclick=”img_link_large”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=”black”][vc_column_text]These instructions apply to the majority of Mercedes-Benz models such as the E-Class, C-Class, ML-Class, S-Class, SLK, CLK and other models. A few models such as the C-Class W204 don’t have the release come through the grill, instead you have to put your hand under the hood and move the release.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

WARNING Risk of accident if the engine hood is unlatched while drivingAn unlocked engine hood may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
  • Never unlatch the engine hood while driving.
  • Before every trip, ensure that the engine hood is latched.
WARNING Risk of accident and injury when opening and closing the engine hoodWhen opening or closing the engine hood, it may suddenly drop into the end position.

There is a risk of injury for anyone in the engine hood's range of movement.

  • Only open or close the engine hood when there are no persons in the engine hood's range of movement.
WARNING Danger of burns when opening the hoodIf you open the hood when the engine has overheated or during a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact with hot gases or other escaping operating fluids.
  • Before opening the hood, allow the engine to cool down.
  • In the event of a fire in the engine compartment, keep the hood closed and call the fire service.
WARNING Risk of injury due to moving partsCertain components in the engine compartment may continue to move or suddenly move again even after the ignition has been switched off, e.g. the cooler fan.

Make sure of the following before performing tasks in the engine compartment:

  • Switch the ignition off.
  • Never touch the danger zone surrounding moving component parts, e.g. the rotation area of the fan.
  • Remove jewelry and watches.
  • Keep items of clothing and hair away from moving parts.
WARNING Risk of injury from touching component parts under voltageThe ignition system and the fuel injection system work under high voltage. If you touch component parts which are under voltage, you could receive an electric shock.
  • Never touch component parts of the ignition system or the fuel injection system when the ignition is switched on.
WARNING Risk of burns from hot component parts in the engine compartmentCertain components in the engine compartment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.
  • Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following.
WARNING Risk of injury from using the windshield wipers while the engine hood is openWhen the engine hood is open and the windshield wipers are set in motion, you can be trapped by the wiper linkage.
  • Always switch off the windshield wipers and ignition before opening the engine hood.

How to open mercedes bonnet c-class

  • To open: pull lever 1 to release the hood.

How to open mercedes bonnet c-class

  • Push handle 1 of the hood catch upwards and lift the hood by approximately 15 in (40 cm).
  • To close: lower the hood and let it fall from a height of approximately 8 in (20 cm).
  • If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open the hood again and close it with a little more force until it engages correctly.

How do I open the hood of my Mercedes c300?

Fortunately, opening a Mercedes-Benz C 300 hood is super simple. Here's what you need to do: Find the red hood release lever on the bottom left hand side of the dashboard. Pull the lever to unlock the hood.