Bonnet Release - Aston Martin Vantage S 2016 Owner's Manual

Bonnet Release

Do not press down hard on the bonnet if it has not closed
correctly. This may damage the bonnet.
Take care to not unintentionally pull on or catch the bonnet
release lever.
Warning: Do not pull on the
bonnet secondary catch to close
the bonnet. This may displace the
bonnet secondary catch and
cause it to not align correctly.
The windscreen wipers will
temporarily rest in the park position
if the bonnet is unlatched.
Remove any tools, cleaning cloths, etc. from the engine
compartment before closing the bonnet. Make sure that no one is
obstructing the 'closing' area and that hands, clothing etc. are clear.
If the bonnet does not fully close or it opens during driving, the
message centre will show BONNET OPEN.
Pull the bonnet release lever (A) located in the left front footwell. The
bonnet will release, but stay secured by the bonnet secondary catch.
Slightly lift the front edge of the bonnet whilst pulling upward on the
bonnet secondary catch (B) to release it. Lift the bonnet until fully
open. The bonnet is held open by two gas struts.
To close the bonnet, lower the bonnet until it starts to fall under its
own weight and allow it to close.
If the bonnet does not shut, open and close the bonnet again, but
gently push down as the bonnet falls.
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