Skoda Rapid Owner's Manual page 137

Closing the bonnet
● Slightly lift the bonnet and unhook the bonnet support from the opening
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● Press the bonnet support firmly into the holder
● Let the bonnet drop into the lock of the lock carrier from a height of about
12 inches (30 cm) – do not push it in!
If the bonnet is not closed, open and close the bonnet properly again.
A properly closed bonnet should be flush with the surrounding body parts.
WARNING
If the bonnet is not closed properly, it could open suddenly while driving and
obstruct the view ahead. This can cause accidents and serious injuries.
● After closing the bonnet, check that the bonnet has properly locked in
place in the lock carrier. The bonnet must be flush with the surrounding body
parts.
● If you notice while driving that the bonnet is not closed properly, immedi-
ately stop and close the bonnet.
● Open or close the bonnet only when no one is within the swivelling range.
NOTICE
● To avoid damage to the bonnet and the windscreen wiper arms, open the
bonnet only with the windscreen wipers folded down.
● Do not forget to fold down the windscreen wiper arms before starting to
drive.
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