Working With The Engine On; Opening The Hood - Ford 1996 Escort Manual

Working with the engine on:

1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park)
(automatic transaxle) or Neutral (manual
transaxle).
2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.

Opening the Hood

1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the bottom left corner
of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the
auxiliary latch that is located under the hood
at the center of the vehicle.
3. Lift the hood and secure it in the open
position with the prop rod.
When you close the hood, make sure the prop
rod is in its retainer and that the hood latches
securely.
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