How to Open the Hood of a Smart Car?
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First, open the driver's side door of the Mercedes-Benz Smart. Pull up the handbrake of the Mercedes-Benz Smart to prevent the car from rolling. Pull the hood release lever located on the left side of the driver's leg area in the Mercedes-Benz Smart. Lift up the engine hood of the Mercedes-Benz Smart. Use the support rod to prop up the hood of the Mercedes-Benz Smart, ensuring it is securely supported.
Last time I drove my friend's smart, I specifically studied how to open the hood. The first step is to sit in the driver's seat, reach down near your left leg under the steering wheel, and find that small plastic handle with some texture. Pull it firmly backward, and you'll hear a click as the hood pops open slightly. Then quickly get out and go to the front of the car, reach into the gap in the middle of the hood to feel for a small metal latch. Push it to the left while lifting the hood upward with your other hand. Remember to pull out the silver support rod to prop it up—don’t just let go. The hood is very light, so even girls won’t have any trouble handling it. It’s safer to do this after turning off the engine to avoid burning your hands. If it’s your first time, it’s best to have someone guide you on positioning.
The hood release mechanism of the smart car is indeed different from regular cars. As an owner, here's a handy rhyme: Pull the lever under your left leg, then exit the car and activate the mechanism on the front fascia. Specifically, there's a black plastic handle near the door frame on the driver's left side. After pulling it, don't rush to lift the hood immediately – there's a hidden switch in the gap above the front logo that requires you to feel for it with your fingers and push it sideways. Note that the switch position may differ by a few centimeters between older and newer models, with newer versions being easier to locate directly beneath the emblem. The support rod must be securely fixed into the hood's groove, otherwise wind could cause it to fall and damage the paint. It's recommended to wait until the engine cools down before operating to avoid burning your fingertips. With practice, the whole process takes just about ten seconds.
