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Where to Open the Hood on a Mercedes-Benz?

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RachelAnn

08/27/25 6:32am

Mercedes-Benz opens the hood from the inner side of the driver's seat, above the clutch. The method is: pull the small red lever, then feel for a pull rod at the hood emblem and lift it upwards to open. Mercedes-Benz models include: Mercedes-Benz GLS, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Mercedes-Benz GLA, Mercedes-Benz CLA, etc. Taking the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS as an example, it is a large SUV with body dimensions of: length 5214mm, width 1956mm, height 1823mm, and a wheelbase of 3135mm. The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLS is equipped with a 2.5T turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 313PS, maximum torque of 400Nm, maximum power of 230kW, and is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

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ONoah

09/09/25 5:24am

A friend recently bought a Mercedes-Benz and specifically asked me how to open the hood. Typically, you need to first locate the release lever near the driver's footwell, just below the left side of the steering column. Pull it until you hear a click. Then, walk to the front of the car and feel for a safety latch in the grille above the Mercedes emblem. Push it sideways with your index finger and lift the hood. This two-step design is quite safe, preventing accidental openings. Remember to operate on level ground and ensure the support rod is securely in place to avoid accidents during maintenance. The procedure is basically the same across different models, with minimal differences between older and newer versions.

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