Hood

1. Park the vehicle and apply the parking brake.

2. Pull the hood release lever. The hood should pop up slightly.

3. Go to the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly, lift the secondary latch (1) located in the center of the hood, and raise the hood (2).

4. Remove the support rod and support the open hood with the support rod (3) as shown.

WARNING

• After driving, the engine compartment and support rod will be hot. Be careful when handling the support rod. The support rod is wrapped in rubber at this point to prevent burns.
• The support rod must be fully inserted into its holder whenever you inspect the engine compartment. This will prevent the hood from falling and possibly injuring you.

Hood Closing

1. Before closing the hood, check the following:

• All engine compartment filler caps must be installed correctly.
• Gloves, rags, and any other flammable materials must be removed from the engine compartment.

2. Return the support rod to its clip so that it does not rattle.

3. Lower the hood halfway (the front edge approximately 12 in. (30 cm) from the bumper), then drop it to the latched position. Then check twice to make sure the hood is securely latched. If the hood can be raised again, it is not latched securely. Open it again and close it with more force.

WARNING

• Before closing the hood, make sure all obstacles around the hood opening area have been removed.
• Always check twice that the hood is securely latched before driving. Make sure the hood warning light or the hood open message is not illuminated on the instrument cluster. Driving with the hood open may cause a complete loss of visibility, which may lead to an accident.
• Do not drive the vehicle with the hood raised. If the hood is not latched, it may fall or be damaged, and may cause an accident.