Front bonnet

To open, pull lever 1.

Before any work in the engine compartment, be sure to switch off the engine using the stop button (see the "Starting and stopping the engine" section in Chapter 2).

Releasing the bonnet safety catch

To open, push catch 2 to the left and at the same time lift the bonnet.

Opening the bonnet

Hold the bonnet up and secure it with the gas strut.

Do not lean on the engine bonnet: it may close accidentally. When carrying out work near the engine, remember that it may be hot. In addition, the radiator fan may start at any time.

Risk of injury.

When working under the bonnet, check that the wiper lever is in the parked (OFF) position.

Risk of injury.

Closing the bonnet

Before closing the bonnet, check that no objects have been left in the engine compartment.

To close the bonnet, grasp it at the centre of its front edge, lower it to about 30 cm above the front panel and release it. The lock engages automatically under the weight of the bonnet.

Check that the bonnet is securely latched.

Make sure nothing obstructs the lock mechanism (gravel, rag, etc.).

After any work carried out in the engine compartment, make sure no objects (rags, tools, etc.) have been left in it.

They could damage the engine or cause a fire.

If the radiator grille or bonnet is hit, even lightly, have the bonnet lock checked by an Authorised Partner of the brand as soon as possible.