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 jackProblem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms. If multiple
suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order
of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
CAUTION:
The nuts must not be reused.
Make sure that the front seat frame assembly with adjuster is not deformed.
If it is, replace it with a new one.
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL FRONT SEAT SIDE AIRBAG A ...
System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. SEAT BELT WARNING SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
If a seat belt is not fastened, this system flashes the seat belt warning light
or sounds the seat belt warning buzzer as a reminder.
(a) Driver side seat belt warning light:
When the driver side ...