146 UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE
1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering
wheel at the base of the instrument panel.
Hood Release
2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood
and push the safety latch lever from right to left to release
it, before raising the hood.
Safety Latch (1500 Series Shown)
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center
of the hood to ensure that both latches engage.