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 jackRemoval
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
2. REMOVE CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY (for Exhaust Side)
(a) Disconnect the oil control valve connector.
(b) Remove the ...
Actuator Check
ACTUATOR CHECK
1. ACTUATOR CHECK
(a) Start the engine and warm it up.
(b) Perform the indicator check (See page
).
(c) Press the "Recirculation/Fresh" switch to perform the actuator check.
HINT:
Be sure to perform the actuator check after ...
Back Door Closer Switch Malfunction (B2251)
DESCRIPTION
The power back door ECU (power back door motor unit)*1 or back door closer ECU
(multiplex network door ECU)*2 receives signals from the latch switch, sector switch
and back door courtesy switch, which are built into the back door lock. Based o ...