Dodge 2005 Neon Owner's Manual page 59

Then lift the safety catch located under the front edge of
the hood, near the center and raise the hood.
Hood Safety Catch
Use the hood prop rod to secure the hood in the open
position as shown. To prevent possible damage, do not
slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.
UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 59
Hood Prop Rod
WARNING!
If the hood is not fully latched it could fly up when
the vehicle is moving and block your forward vision.
You could have a collision. Be sure all hood latches
are fully latched before driving.
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