The bonnet is a body part that protects the internal combustion engine and other parts of the engine compartment from the negative effects of external factors. The bonnet, in addition to the main function, which is to protect the engine from external stimuli, increases the aerodynamic properties of the car and absorbs the noise emitted by the engine while driving.

The operation of bonnet release handle

The bonnet is attached to the car body with hinges and is equipped with a remote-operated lock from a lever or flag, which is located in the passenger compartment. The bonnet-opening handle is connected directly to the cable; therefore, at the time of revision of the bonnet cable, it is necessary to lubricate the moving connecting elements of the handle.

1. 124 Saloon (W124)
2. E-CLASS (W124)
3. E-CLASS Saloon (W124)
4. 124 T-Model (S124)
5. 124 Break (S124)
6. E-CLASS T-Model (S124)
7. E-CLASS Break (S124)
8. 124 Coupe (C124)
9. E-CLASS Convertible (A124)
10. E-CLASS Coupe (C124)
11. C-CLASS (W202)
12. C-CLASS Saloon (W202)
13. S-CLASS (W221)
14. S-CLASS Saloon (W221)
15. C-CLASS T-Model (S204)
16. E-CLASS (W210)
17. E-CLASS Saloon (W210)
18. C-CLASS T-Model (S202)
19. C-CLASS Break (S202)
20. E-CLASS T-Model (S210)
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The AIC brand Handle, bonnet release is the element that is regularly involved in the work, because in order to open the bonnet it is necessary to use the handle. As a result, the material of the handle wears out during long translational movements. Corrosion also negatively affects the handle if it is not made of anti-corrosion metal.