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] Show Step 2: Pull hood release to pop the hood upPull 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. Step 4: Open hoodGrab 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.
There is a risk of injury for anyone in the engine hood's range of movement.
Make sure of the following before performing tasks in the engine compartment:
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.
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