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Opening and closing the service flap

WARNING Risk of accident due to driving with the service flap unlocked

The service flap may come loose and block your view or endanger other road users.

Before every trip, ensure that the service flap is locked.

WARNING Risk of injury from using the windscreen wipers when the service flap is open

If the windscreen wipers start moving when the service flap is open, you could be trapped by the wiper linkage.

Always switch off the windscreen wipers and vehicle before opening the service flap.

Requirements:

In the vehicle, the operating fluid reservoirs are located under the service flap at the front.
Observe all safety regulations when working on the vehicle. Always have work in the engine compartment carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Carefully remove snow and dirt from the ventilation slots above the service flap so that air intake is ensured at all times.

Unlocking the service flap

Insert the tip of the key in the opening in lock cover

To lift the lock cover, push the key to the right

Remove the lock cover.

Insert the key in the lock and turn it clockwise by 90°.

Opening the service flap

Pull both levers

in the direction of the arrow.

Lift service flap

at the front.

Pull service flap

forwards slightly and lift it upwards.

Carefully rest service flap

that is attached to the straps against the front end.

Closing the service flap

Lift service flap

and place it on markings

Push service flap

back forcefully.

Push both levers

as far towards the rear as possible.

Check that the service flap has been closed correctly and that there are no small objects (e.g. small stones) in the locking mechanisms.

Locking the service flap

Insert the key in the lock and turn it to position

Insert and engage lock cover

on the driver's side.