How to close the hood of the Li ONE?

[MirandaMarie]

Release the hood support rod and let it drop from about palm height. If it doesn't close tightly, apply some pressure to secure it. Here are some additional details: 1. Precautions when opening the hood: If you see steam or coolant leaking from the engine compartment, do not attempt to continue opening the hood. Wait until there is no steam, smoke, or coolant leakage before opening it. 2. The function of the hood: Airflow guidance. For objects moving at high speed in the air, the air resistance and turbulence generated around the moving object directly affect its trajectory and speed. The shape of the hood can effectively adjust the direction of airflow relative to the car's movement and the resistance force acting on the car, reducing the impact of airflow on the vehicle. Through airflow guidance, air resistance can be decomposed into beneficial forces, increasing the force of the front tires on the ground, which helps improve the vehicle's driving stability.

[IkerLynn]

Closing the hood of the Li ONE is actually quite simple. First, make sure the support rod is properly retracted to prevent it from getting stuck outside. Then, hold both sides of the hood with your hands and slowly lower it down. When it's about 20-30 centimeters away from the latch, suddenly let go and let gravity naturally drop it into place. This is how I always close it. If it doesn't close tightly, just lift it slightly higher and repeat the releasing action. Before letting go, remember to check inside the engine bay for any forgotten tools or rags—I almost trapped a rag inside last time. After closing, press down on the edges of the hood to ensure it's securely locked. If it doesn't budge, you can drive with peace of mind.

[StViolet]

Remember to follow three steps during the operation. First, clear any debris around the engine compartment and ensure the support rod is properly stowed, otherwise it may get stuck. Second, use both hands to lower the hood evenly, releasing it when it's slightly above waist height. Be careful not to lower it too gently or it won't lock, and don't let it drop from too high to avoid damaging the paint. Finally, confirm it's securely locked—the most obvious sign is hearing a clear clicking sound and ensuring the hood edge aligns flush with the fender. I also check the dashboard warning lights now; only when there are no alerts do I feel at ease, especially after spending thousands last time to repair the hood hinges.

[StVivian]

The hood design of the Li ONE is quite unique, lacking a manual latch mechanism and instead relying on gravity lock. I'm accustomed to operating it with one hand: after aligning the hood panel, I pull it up to about half a meter above the ground and suddenly release it, letting the hood drop. However, beginners are advised to use both hands to control it, avoiding misalignment that could jam the lock hole. After locking, it's essential to press down on all four corners by hand; if there's any wobbling sensation, it means it's not fully locked. This method is similar to Tesla's approach, eliminating the pressing step found in traditional fuel-powered vehicles, but requires mastering the free-fall distance.

[VanSienna]

The correct method is to let the hood free-fall to lock it. Pay attention to several key points during operation: the support rod must be fully snapped back into place; the hood must start closing from a fully open state; the optimal release point is at a height of about 40 cm; after releasing, do not attempt to assist with pressing, as natural falling ensures a secure lock. I often test by pulling the front section of the hood after closing it, with a maximum of 1 cm of vertical movement and no lateral movement at all to qualify as properly locked. Extra caution is needed in winter, as frozen latches are prone to jamming.

[LolaRose]

I've seen people forcefully pressing down, which actually harms the car. The Li ONE relies on gravity self-locking, so the most efficient method is to lift it to hip height and then simply let go. I often remind friends of three key points: the release point should not be lower than the headlight height, otherwise the impact force is insufficient; don't touch the hood after letting go; finally, when pressing the center to test, a slight cushioning feeling is normal, but overall there should be no looseness. This method is twice as fast as hard pressing and also protects the car's paint. After closing it dozens of times in daily use, now I can close it neatly without even looking at the position.