Bonnet - CITROËN C5 Handbook

Checks

bonnet

Opening
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.
F Open the left hand front door.
F Pull the interior bonnet release lever A,
located at the bottom of the door frame.
F at the front of the bonnet, lift the safety catch B and raise the bonnet.
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F Unclip the stay C from its housing and pivot
it to insert it in the notch D indicated by a
yellow arrow.
F Fix the stay in the notch to hold the bonnet
open.
When the engine is hot, handle the
safety catch and bonnet stay with care
(risk of burns).
The cooling fan may start after
switching off the engine: take care
with articles and clothing that might
be caught by the fan blades.
The location of the interior release lever
prevents opening of the bonnet while
the left hand front door is closed.
This operation must only be carried out
when the vehicle is stationary.
Avoid opening the bonnet in strong
winds.
Closing
F Take the stay out of the support notch.
F Clip the stay in its housing.
F Lower the bonnet then slam it firmly at the
end of its travel.
F Pull on the bonnet to check that it is fully
closed.
because of the presence of electrical
equipment under the bonnet, it is
recommended that exposure to water
(rain, washing, ...) be limited.