Honda 2003 CR-V Owner's Manual page 188

If you can open the hood without
lifting the hood latch handle, or the
hood latch handle moves stiffly or
does not spring back as before, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated (see page 266 ).
CLIP
3. Pull the support rod out of its clip
and insert the end into the hole in
the hood.
Service Station Procedures
To close the hood, lift it up slightly to
remove the support rod from the
SUPPORT ROD
hole. Put the support rod back into
its holding clip. Lower the hood to
about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then let it drop.
After closing the hood, make sure it
is securely latched.
CONTINUED
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Before Driving