Bonnet (Hood)
The bonnet is the hinged panel covering the engine bay or front luggage compartment.
What is Bonnet (Hood)?
It is opened with an interior release lever and a safety catch at the front. Many bonnets are aluminium to save weight. Some cars have an active bonnet that lifts in a pedestrian impact. Bonnet gas struts weaken over time just like tailgate struts and are cheap to replace.
How it works
Hinges at the rear and a latch at the front hold it; struts or a prop rod keep it open.
Why it matters for your car
Make sure it is fully latched before driving; a bonnet flying up blocks the view. Do not work under a bonnet held only by weak gas struts.
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