Hood
TO OPEN THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
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Pull the hood release lever located under the driver’s side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
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Move to the outside of the vehicle and push the safety latch release lever toward the passenger side of the vehicle. The hood release lever is located behind the center front edge of the hood.
Safety Latch
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1 — Safety Latch Location |
Remove the support rod from the locking tab and insert it into the seat key hole located on the underside of the hood. Be sure the rod is locked into position.
Locking Tab
Support Rod And Seat
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1 — Support Rod |
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2 — Support Rod Seat |
TO CLOSE THE HOOD
WARNING:
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION:
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
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