2008 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 542

Operation Engine compartment Engine compartment Hood Lift the hood slightly. Handle 2 will extend out of the radiator grille. Warning! G Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow. This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and/or others. ! To avoid damage to the windshield wipers or hood, never open the hood if the wiper arms are folded forward away from the windshield. ! To avoid damage to handle 2 never pull up the hood on handle 2. 1 Release lever Opening Warning! Pull release lever 1. The hood is unlocked. Pull handle 2 to its stop out of radiator grille. Lift bottom of hood at edge of radiator grille. The hood will be automatically held open at shoulder height by gas-filled struts. G You could be injured when the hood is open - even when the engine is turned off. Parts of the engine can become very hot. To prevent burns, let the engine cool off completely before touching any components on the vehicle. Comply with all relevant safety precautions. 2 Handle for opening the hood 541