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 jackAmplifier Antenna
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE BACK DOOR PANEL TRIM ASSEMBLY
2. REMOVE AMPLIFIER ANTENNA ASSEMBLY
(a) Disconnect the 2 connectors.
(b) Remove th ...
Wireless Door Lock Tuner Circuit Malfunction (B1242)
DESCRIPTION
The door control receiver is used to receive electrical waves relating to the
entry functions of the smart key system. The certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)
decodes the requested smart key system operation by identifying a key code ba ...
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
NOTICE:
When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable
is reconnected (See page ).
2. REMOVE REAR DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL PLUG
3. REMOVE REAR P ...