GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 61
HOOD
TO OPEN THE HOOD
Two latches must be released to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under
the left side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, the
safety catch is located under the center
front edge of the hood.
Hood Safety Catch Location
3. Push the safety catch to the left.
Hood Safety Catch
TO CLOSE THE HOOD
WARNING!
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.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
hood to close it. Lower hood to approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and drop the hood to
close. Make sure hood is fully closed for both
latches. Never drive vehicle unless hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.
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