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How to Open the Bonnet of a Peugeot 208

Model: Peugeot 208 A9, MK 1 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Body

In this video, discover how to open the bonnet of a Peugeot 208. First, go to the left side of the cabin, driver's side: at the bottom, near the door, you will find a lever. Pull it as shown in the video at minute 0:10. The bonnet will now be partially open with a gap of a few centimetres. Next, exit the car and approach the bonnet; inserting your hand into the gap, pull another lever located in the centre, slightly to the left of the car's logo from the observer's perspective. The position is shown at minute 0:45. Now the bonnet will be unlocked, and you can lift it.

Updated on 7 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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On the Peugeot 407, the boot may become stuck, possibly due to a problem with the control button or the lock actuator. In such cases, you can perform an emergency opening by following the simple procedure shown in this tutorial. First, open the rear doors, then lower the seat back by operating the release lever. Next, go inside the boot, locate the lock, and manually operate it using a flathead screwdriver. The boot will then be free to open.

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