Maintenance and Care
Opening the Hood
In this manual: Maintenance and Care
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- With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.

- Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the hood.

NOTE The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.
- Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open.

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