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 jackPrecaution
PRECAUTION
1. PRECAUTION FOR VEHICLE WITH SRS AIRBAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER
(a) Some operations in this section may affect the SRS airbags. Prior to performing
the corresponding operations, read the precautions regarding the SRS airbags (See
page ). ...
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board
computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles ...
Precaution
PRECAUTION
HINT:
In the airbag system, the front airbag sensor, door side airbag sensor
and rear airbag sensor are collectively referred to as the airbag sensors.
The steering pad, driver side knee airbag assembly, front passenger
airb ...