1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the engine on a flat surface, shifting the shift lever to the P (Park) position for automatic transaxle and to the 1st (First) gear or R (Reverse) for manual transaxle, and setting the parking brake.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, pull the secondary latch (1) inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2).
3. Raise the hood. It will completely rise by itself after it has been raised about halfway .
Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check the following:
2. Lower the hood halfway and push down to securely lock in place.
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
When you check the engine compartment, Take caution to avoid contacting your head with the safety hook which is located inside of the hood.
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1.
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2.
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