Opening Engine Hood, Moving To Upright Position And Closing - AR88.40-P-1000GG

Model 461 (except 461.339)

Model 463

up to model year 2019

G13660306

Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA

	Opening, closing
1	Unlock engine hood	Pull left release lever (1) under the instrument panel. The hood opens up to end stop of the retaining hook (2).
2	Open engine hood	Lift hood somewhat, actuate retaining hook (2), and open hood. The wiper arm must not be folded forward during this process.
3	Unhook gas-filled strut (4)	Model 461 (except 461.331/339) Push back safety clip (3) at the gas-filled strut (4) with a screwdriver and, in doing so, pry off gas-filled strut (4) from the ball head. While doing this, hold hood.
4	Move engine hood to upright position	Place suitable shims in between. To prevent damage to the hood or body.
5	Close in reverse order