Ford Ka Quiz
Maintenance

Opening and closing the hood

In this manual: Maintenance
Introduction — 6Quick guide — 3Child safety — 6Seat belts — 5Supplemental restraint system — 7Keys and remote controls — 3MyKey — 4Doors and locks — 3Safety — 3Steering wheel — 4Washer/wipers — 4Lighting — 6Windows and mirrors — 3Instrument cluster — 4Information display — 4Climate control system — 6Seats — 8Auxiliary Power Outlets — 1Storage Compartments — 1Starting the engine — 7Fuel and refuelling — 7Transmission — 1Brakes — 4Traction control — 1Stability control — 1Ultrasonic parking system — 3Cruise Control — 1Driver assistance — 4Carrying a load — 3Towing — 8Driving tips — 5Emergency equipment — 6Fuses — 4Maintenance — 22Vehicle Maintenance — 6Wheels and Tyres — 14Technical specifications — 7Audio system — 18SYNC — 12Appendices — 3
5steps
~30min
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Open the hood
Apertura e chiusura del cofano
  1. Pull the hood release handle.
    Apertura e chiusura del cofano
  2. Slide the catch to the left.
    Apertura e chiusura del cofano
  3. Open the hood and support it with the prop rod.
Close the hood
  1. Remove the hood prop rod from its clip and secure it correctly after use.
  2. Lower the hood and let it fall under its own weight from a height of 20-30 cm.
Note: Make sure the hood is properly closed.

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