Bonnet - PEUGEOT 208 Handbook

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Bonnet

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.
Opening
Open the left hand front door.
Pull the release lever, located at the bottom
of the door aperture, towards you.
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Lift the safety catch and raise the bonnet.
Do not open the bonnet under very
windy conditions.
When the engine is hot, handle the
exterior safety catch and the stay with
care (risk of burns).
To avoid damaging electrical units,
it is strictly forbidden to use a high
pressure jet wash under the bonnet.
Unclip the stay from its housing and place it
in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.
Closing
Take the stay out of its support slot.
Clip the stay back into its housing.
Lower the bonnet and release it at the end
of its travel.
Pull on the bonnet to check that it has
latched correctly.