2008 Mercedes CLS-Class Owner's Manual - Page 288

Operation Engine compartment Pull release lever 1. The hood is unlocked. Closing Warning! Engine oil ! To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood, never open the hood if the wiper arms are folded forward away from the windshield. G When closing the hood, use extreme caution not to catch hands or fingers. Be careful that you do not close the hood on anyone. Make sure that the hood is securely engaged before driving off. Do not continue driving if the hood can no longer engage after an accident, for example. The hood could otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in motion and endanger you and/or others. The amount of oil your engine needs will depend on a number of factors, including driving style. Higher oil consumption can occur when the vehicle is new the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds Engine oil consumption checks should only be made after the vehicle break-in period. 1 Lever for opening the hood Push lever 1 on the hood upwards. Pull up on the hood and then release it. The hood will be automatically held open at shoulder height by gas-filled struts. Let the hood drop from a height of approximately 1 ft (30 cm). The hood will lock audibly. Check to make sure the hood is fully closed. If you can raise the hood at a point above the headlamps, then it is not properly closed. Open it again and let it drop with somewhat greater force. ! Do not use any special lubricant additives, as these may damage the drive assemblies. Using special additives not approved by Mercedes-Benz may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. More information on this subject is available at any Mercedes-Benz Center. 287