Chevrolet 2011 Aveo Owner's Manual page 209

To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, be sure
all the filler caps are on properly.
Then, lift the hood to relieve
pressure on the hood prop.
Remove the hood prop from the
slot in the inner fender and
return the prop to its retainer.
The prop rod must click into
place when returning it to the
retainer to prevent hood
damage.
2. Lower the hood 30 cm
(12 inches) above the vehicle
and release it so it fully latches.
Check to make sure the hood is
closed and repeat the process if
necessary.
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