Hood - Mazda 2005 Mazda3 4-Door Owner's Manual

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Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks

Hood

WARNING
Closed and Securely Locked Hood:
A hood that is not closed and securely
locked is dangerous as it could fly
open while the vehicle is moving and
block the driver's vision which could
result in a serious accident. Always
check that the hood is closed and
securely locked.
qOpening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.
2. Slide the hood latch and lift the hood.
4 Door
3-20
Form No.8T66-EA-04H
Black plate (88,1)
5 Door
3. Grasp the support rod in the padded
area indicated by the arrow.
Support rod
4. Use the support rod to hold the hood
open.
Clip
Support rod
Clip
Pad