Operation, care and maintenance -> Hood for your BMW 5 Series 1995-2003

Hood  
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the guidelines, please have the opera-  
tions performed by your BMW center.<  
To unlock  
To close  
Pull the lever located under the left-  
hand side of the instrument panel.  
Allow the hood to fall from a height of  
about 4 in(10 cm) so that it audibly  
engages.  
To open  
Do not work on your vehicle  
Pull the release handle and open the  
without appropriate skills. Always hood.  
switch off the engine and allow it to  
cool down before working in the engine  
compartment. Always disconnect the  
battery before working on any electrical  
systems or equipment, especially when  
these are located within the engine  
compartment. Comply with all appli-  
cable instructions and warnings. Failure  
to work in an informed, professional  
manner when servicing components  
and materials constitutes a safety  
To avoid injuries, be sure that the  
travel path of the hood is clear  
when it is closed, as with all closing  
procedures.  
If it is determined that the hood is not  
completely closed while driving, stop  
immediately and close it securely.<  
hazard for vehicle occupants and other  
road users. If you are not familiar with