Hood

To open the hood:

1. Pull up on the hood release handle with this symbol on it.

1. Pull up on the hood release handle with this symbol on it.

It is located inside the vehicle to the left of the steering column.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release handle to the right.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and move the secondary hood release handle to the right.

To close the hood:

1. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.

2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle and release it so it fully latches. Check to make sure the hood is closed and repeat the process if necessary.

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