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 jackShort in Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Circuit (Shift Solenoid Valve SL)
(P2769,P2770)
DESCRIPTION
Shift solenoid valve SL is turned on and off by signals from the TCM to control
the hydraulic pressure acting on the lock-up relay valve, which then controls operation
of the lock-up clutch.
DTC No.
DTC Detection Conditi ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Do not replace the spiral cable with the battery connected and the ignition
switch ON.
Do not rotate the spiral cable without the steering wheel with the battery
connected and the ignition swi ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE SEAT ADJUSTER COVER CAP LH
(a) Using a screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, disengage the 3
claws and remove the seat adjuster cover cap LH.
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