Hood

Hood Opening

1. Park the vehicle and apply the parking brake.

2. Pull the hood release lever located under the lower left corner of the instrument panel to open the hood. The hood should pop up slightly.

3. Lift the hood slightly, then pull the secondary latch (1) located at the center of the hood until it releases the hood, and lift the hood (2).

4. Pull out the support rod and hold the hood open with the support rod (1).

WARNING

Hold the support rod by the rubber-covered area. The rubber helps prevent burns from hot metal when the engine is hot.

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 and push down to secure it in place. Then double-check that the hood is securely latched.

WARNING

• Before closing the hood, make sure all obstacles around the hood opening area have been removed.
• Always double-check that the hood is securely latched before driving. If it is not latched, the hood may open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may result in a traffic 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.