BMW Saloon 3 Series Owner's Handbook Manual page 362

MOBILITY
Bonnet
Safety notes
WARNING
Incorrectly performed work in the engine com‐
partment can damage components and poses
a safety risk. There is a danger of accidents or
damage to property. Have work in the engine
compartment undertaken by a Service Partner
of the manufacturer or another qualified Service
Partner or a specialist workshop.
WARNING
The engine compartment contains moving
components. Certain components in the en‐
gine compartment can also move when the ve‐
hicle is switched off, for example the radiator
fan. There is a danger of injury. Do not reach
into an area where there are moving parts.
Keep articles of clothing and hair away from
moving parts.
WARNING
The bonnet has protruding parts on the inside,
for example locking hooks. There is a danger of
injury. When the bonnet is open, watch out for
protruding parts and keep these areas clear.
WARNING
If the bonnet is not correctly locked, it can
come open during the journey and impair visi‐
bility. There is a risk of accident. Stop immedi‐
ately and close the bonnet correctly.
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Engine compartment
Parts of the body can become trapped when
opening and closing the bonnet. There is a
danger of injury. When opening and closing,
make sure that the area of movement of the
bonnet is kept clear.
Wipers that are folded away from the wind‐
screen can become trapped if the bonnet is
opened. There is a risk of material damage. Be‐
fore opening the bonnet, make sure that the
wipers with wiper blades fitted are in contact
with the windscreen.
When closing, the bonnet must lock into place
on both sides. Applying additional pressure can
damage the bonnet. There is a risk of material
damage. Open the bonnet again and close it
firmly. Avoid applying additional pressure.
Opening
1.
2.
3.
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WARNING
NOTE
NOTE
Pull the lever, arrow 1.
The bonnet is released.
After releasing the lever, pull the lever again,
arrow 2.
The bonnet is opened.
Watch out for any protruding parts of the
bonnet.