Hood - Mercedes-Benz Light Truck ML 320 Operator's Manual

Hood

Caution!
To avoid damage to the windshield
wiper or hood, open the hood only with
wiper in the parked position.
To open:
To unlock the hood, pull release lever
(1) under the driver's side of the
instrument panel. At the same time
handle (2) will extend out of the
radiator grill.
Pull handle (2) completely out of
radiator grill and open hood (do not
pull upon handle).
While holding hood open, disconnect
hood support rod from retaining clip,
and insert it in the slot provided in the
hood.
To close:
Raising the hood slightly, remove
support rod from slot, and return it to
its retaining clip.
Lower hood and let it drop into lock
from a height of approx. 1 ft. (30 cm).
To avoid hood damage, if hood is not
fully closed, repeat closing procedure.
Do not push down on hood to attempt
to fully close it.
Warning!
To help prevent personal injury, stay
clear of moving parts when the hood
is open and the engine is running. Be
sure the hood is properly closed
before driving. When closing hood,
use extreme caution not to catch
hands or fingers.
The engine is equipped with a
transistorized ignition system.
Because of the high voltage it is
dangerous to touch any components
(ignition coils, spark plug sockets,
diagnostic socket) of the ignition
system
• with the engine running,
• while starting the engine,
• if ignition is "on" and the engine
is turned manually.
If you see flames, steam or smoke
coming from the engine
compartment, or if the coolant
temperature gauge indicates that the
engine is overheated, do not open the
hood. Move away from vehicle and
do not open the hood until the engine
has cooled. If necessary, call a fire
department.
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