Dodge 2010 Ram Truck Owner's Manual page 112

Hood Release
2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood
and push the safety latch lever from right to left to release
it, before raising the hood.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 111
Safety Latch (1500 Series Shown)
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center
of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
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