Engine hood
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hood prop into the slot in the hood.
Hold the grip for handling the hood
prop.
To close the hood:
1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the
hood prop from the slot in the hood and
return the prop to its retainer.
2. Lower the hood to a height of approxi-
mately 7.8 to 11.8 in (20 to 30 cm)
above its closed position and then let it
drop.
3. After closing the hood, be sure the
hood is securely locked.
3. Release the secondary hood release
by moving the lever between the front
grille and the hood toward the left.
If this does not close the hood, release it
from a slightly higher position.
WARNING
Always check that the hood is
properly locked before you start
driving. If it is not, it might fly open
while the vehicle is moving and
block your view, which may cause
an accident and serious bodily in-
jury.
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Grip
4. Lift up the hood, release the hood prop
from its retainer and put the end of the
