Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.

Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.

Lift the hood catch and lift the hood.

Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into the slot.
CAUTION
- Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
- After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.
NOTICE
- When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.
Do-it-yourself service precautions
Positioning a floor jackBody
General Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE
1. TIGHTEN BOLTS AND NUTS ON CHASSIS AND BODY
(a) If necessary, tighten the bolts and nuts on the chassis parts listed below.
Front axle and suspension
Drivetrain
Rear axle and suspension ...
Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. PRECAUTION FOR DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY CABLE
NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, initialize
the following systems after the cable is reconnected:
System
See Procedure
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Front Airbag Sensor RH Malfunction (B1610/13)
DESCRIPTION
The front airbag sensor RH circuit consists of the center airbag sensor assembly
and front airbag sensor RH.
The front airbag sensor RH detects impacts to the vehicle and sends signals to
the center airbag sensor assembly to determine if the ...