Hood

Hood Opening

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

WARNING

Open the hood after turning off the engine on a level surface, shifting the shift lever to P (Park) for automatic transaxle/dual clutch transmission/Intelligent Variable Transmission and to 1st gear or R (Reverse) for manual transmission, and setting the parking brake.

Go to the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly, and push the auxiliary catch (1) on the left side, then lift the hood (2).

3. Lift the hood. It will open fully by itself once it has been raised about halfway.

A hood warning message will appear on the LCD display when the hood is open. The warning chime will sound when the vehicle is driven at 3 km/h or above (2 km/h) with the hood open.

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. Lower the hood until it is about 30 cm (12 in.) above the closed position, then let it drop. Make sure it latches securely.

3. Check that the hood is properly latched. If the hood can be raised slightly, it is not latched properly. Open it again and close it with a little more force.

WARNING

• Before closing the hood, make sure all obstructions are removed from the hood opening. Closing the hood with an obstruction in the hood opening may cause property damage or serious injury.
• Do not leave gloves, rags, or any other flammable materials in the engine compartment. They may cause a fire.

WARNING

• Always double-check that the hood is securely latched before driving. If it is not latched, the hood may open while the vehicle is being driven, resulting in a complete loss of visibility, which may cause a traffic accident.
• Do not drive the vehicle with the hood open. Visibility will be obstructed and the hood may fall or be damaged.