Ford Fiesta Owner's Manual page 197

Working with the engine on
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal
burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner
removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the parking
brake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a manual
transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the clutch pedal,
place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the clutch pedal.
2. Block the wheels.
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle
located under the instrument panel.
2. Raise the hood slightly. Then push the hood latch release lever,
located under the front center of the hood, to the left.
Lower the hood and allow it to drop for the last 8-11 inches (20-30 cm).
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3. Lift the hood and support it
with the prop rod.
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