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Opening the bonnet

  1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the bonnet. The bonnet should pop open slightly.

    WARNING

    Open the bonnet after turning off the vehicle on a flat surface, shifting the drive dial to the P(Park) position and setting the parking brake.

  2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the bonnet slightly, push the secondary latch (1) up side and lift the bonnet (2).

  3. Pull out the stay rod.

  4. Hold the bonnet opened with the stay rod (1).

    WARNING

    • Grasp the stay rod in the area wrapped in rubber.The rubber will help prevent you from being burned by hot metal when the motor compartment is hot.

    • The stay rod must be inserted completely into the hole provided whenever you inspect the motor compartment. This will prevent the bonnet from falling and possibly injuring you.