Maintenance and Care

Opening the Hood

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  1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.
Mazda 3. Opening the Hood

  1. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the hood.
Mazda 3. Opening the Hood

NOTE The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.

  1. 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.
Mazda 3. Opening the Hood

Test yourself

A quick Mazda 3 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.