Peugeot 308: Bonnet

Work in the engine compartment

Take care with objects or clothing that could be caught in the blades of the cooling fan or in certain moving components - risk of strangulation and serious injury! Petrol, Diesel or Hybrid vehicles (Stop & Start/e-Auto mode) Before doing anything under the bonnet, it is essential to switch off the ignition to avoid any risk of the engine restarting automatically.

Rechargeable hybrid or electric vehicles

Before any work is carried out under the bonnet, it is essential to switch off the ignition, check that the READY indicator lamp is off on the instrument panel, disconnect the charging connector nozzle if it is connected and wait for 4 minutes - risk of serious injury!

The location of the interior bonnet release lever prevents the bonnet being opened when the left-hand front door is closed.

When the engine is hot, handle the exterior safety catch and the bonnet stay with care (risk of burns), using the protected area.

Do not open the bonnet under very windy conditions.

Cooling of the engine when stopped The engine cooling fan may start after the engine has been switched off.

Take care with objects or clothing that could be caught in the blades of the fan!

Opening

► Open the left-hand front door.

► Pull the interior release lever, located at the bottom of the door frame, towards you.

► Lift the exterior safety catch and raise the bonnet.

► Unclip the stay from its housing and place it in the support slot to hold the bonnet open.

Closing

► Lower the bonnet and release it near the end of its travel.

► Check the locking.

Because of the presence of electrical equipment under the bonnet, it is strongly recommended that exposure to water (rain, washing, etc.) be limited.

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