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3. Hold the hood open by inserting the
support rod into the slot.
Before closing the hood, check that you
have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc.
and return the support rod to its clip this
prevents rattles. Then lower the hood until
it is about 20 cm (8 in.) above the motor
compartment and release it. If the hood is
still not fully closed, lift and release the
hood again. After closing the hood, make
sure it is securely locked.
If you notice while driving that the hood
is not securely locked, stop the vehicle at
once and close the hood.
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CAUTION
D
Right after driving, the support rod
may be hot, so only touch the part
coated with nylon.
D
After inserting the rod, make sure
it supports the hood securely.
D
When closing the hood, be careful
not to get your hands caught be-
tween the hood and the vehicle
body.
D
Before driving, be sure that the
hood is securely locked. Otherwise,
the hood may open unexpectedly
and an accident may occur.
NOTICE
Do not press on the hood, or you
may deform the hood.
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