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M A I N T A I N I N G Y O U R V E H I C L E
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Reach into the back side area of the drivers front fender to gain access to the hood release
lever.
2. Pull the hood release lever rearward to release the hood latches.
3. Lift the hood upward to the full forward position.
NOTE:
The recommended lift point is to place the lifting hand forward of one of the wiper arms
and pull up. The assist props will help raise and hold the hood to a normal usage position.
• Do not leave the hood open in areas where strong gust of wind are likely. Such a
place might be by the side of the road where large trucks pass by. Strong gusts of
wind may damage the hood. Always close the hood in such situations.
• To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Simply lower the hood
until it is open approximately 18 in (46 cm) and then drop it. This should secure both
latches. If both latches did not secure, a slight push effort in the same area used for
opening the hood (front of wiper arm) needs to be applied to secure the latches. Never
drive the vehicle unless the hood is fully closed with both latches engaged.
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious injury or death.
Hood Release Lever Location
CAUTION!
WARNING!
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