Where is the hood release on a Mercedes-Benz?

[DelJoshua]

Mercedes-Benz vehicles have their hood release lever located under the dashboard on the driver's side. Here is some related information: 1. Mercedes-Benz is a German automobile manufacturer, and many of its models have been locally produced in China. The domestically produced Mercedes-Benz models include the C-Class, A-Class, E-Class, GLA, GLB, GLC, EQC, and others. 2. The EQC is a pure electric SUV from Mercedes-Benz. Its dimensions are 4774 mm in length, 1890 mm in width, and 1622 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2873 mm. The EQC is a five-door, five-seat SUV with dual motors. It comes in both low-power and high-power versions. The low-power version has a total motor output of 210 kW, while the high-power version delivers 300 kW with a total torque of 730 Nm. The EQC uses ternary lithium batteries across all models, which offer higher energy density and lighter weight. 3. The cathode of ternary lithium batteries is made from ternary materials. Some use nickel, cobalt, and manganese, while others use nickel, cobalt, and aluminum. 4. The EQC features a double-wishbone independent suspension at the front and a multi-link independent suspension at the rear.

[Mark]

Last time I had a bit of trouble finding the hood release in my friend's Mercedes. There's a plastic lever with an engine symbol near the left knee position of the driver's seat - just give it a gentle pull and you'll hear the hood pop open. But remember, popping it isn't the end - you'll need to go around to the front middle, reach into the gap to find that small yellow latch, then push it to the right to fully lift the hood. Locations vary by model - my E-Class has it below the steering wheel, while older C-Class models place it near the footwell. Newcomers often expect this switch to be on the door panel like the trunk release, but that's always a wild goose chase. If you can't figure it out, don't force it - Mercedes mechanisms are quite precise. Checking the manual in the glovebox is always more reliable.

[GiselleFitz]

I've driven a Mercedes for ten years, and the hood release is typically located in the left-side area of the driver's seat. First, bend down and check above the footwell or the lower left corner of the dashboard—look for a lever with a hood icon. After pulling it, don't just walk away; go to the front of the car and use your finger to release the latch in the hood gap, or else the panel won't lift. This is a bit different from other cars. If you're unsure about the location, here's a handy tip: when you start the engine, a warning light will illuminate near the windshield emblem, pointing roughly toward the hood release. Recently, I drove a friend's GLC and noticed that the SUV's height makes the lever sit a bit lower, so you'll need to reach downward to find it.

[DiAddyson]

I remember when I first drove a Mercedes, I had to ask the dealership technician about the hood release. He said Mercedes has a very consistent design across all models - the lever is always located near the driver's left knee area. You reach down and feel for a black plastic lever usually marked with an arrow icon. Pulling it releases the primary latch, creating a gap in the hood. Then you need to walk to the front to release the secondary latch. Older Mercedes models used a push-type latch, while newer ones like the S-Class switched to a handle-style mechanism. This dual-latch system is quite sensible, preventing accidental opening while driving. Once at a car wash, the attendant didn't secure the latch properly, and the hood flew open on the highway - scared me so much I had to pull over immediately. Since that incident, I've always been extra careful about double-checking both latches.