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 jackSystem Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. GENERAL
(a) To assist the driver with parking the vehicle by displaying an image of the
area behind the vehicle, this system has a rear television camera assembly mounted
on the back door. The system displays the image on the naviga ...
Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT ENGINE SWITCH
(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection
Switch Condition
Specified Condition
7 (SS1) ...
Reassembly
REASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL NO. 2 STEERING RACK BOOT
(a) Apply lithium soap base glycol grease to the inside of the small
opening of a new No. 2 steering rack boot.
(b) Install the No. 2 ste ...