Mazda 2013 Mazda3 Owner's Manual page 130

3. 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.
Clip
Support rod
qClosing the Hood
1. Check under the hood area to make
certain all filler caps are in place and
all loose items (e.g. tools, oil
containers, etc.) have been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on
the stay, and secure the stay in the clip.
Pad
Verify that the support rod is secured in
the clip before closing the hood.
Clip
3. Lower the hood slowly from a height
of about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its closed
position and then let it drop.
When closing the hood, do not push
it excessively such as by applying
your weight. Otherwise, the hood
could be deformed.
Doors and Locks
Clip
CAUTION
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