To Open And Close The Hood - Dodge 2008 Dakota Owner's Manual

TO OPEN AND CLOSE THE HOOD

To open the hood, two latches must be released. First pull
the hood release lever located under the left side of the
instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever Location
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Then push the safety latch lever up while lifting the grille
with your right hand. It is located at the bottom center of
the grille.
Lift the hood and gas filled props will hold it open.
Secondary Latch Location
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