Fiat 500 X 2016, Owner'S Manual

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NOTE:
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Before lifting the hood, check that the wiper arms are
not in motion and not in the lifted position.
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While lifting the hood, use both hands.
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Vehicle must be at a stop and the automatic transmis-
sion must be in park. Manual transmission vehicles
must have the electric park brake engaged.
Closing
1. Hold up the hood with one hand and with the other
hand remove the support rod from its seat and reinsert
it into the locking tab.
2. Lower the hood to approximately 12 inches (30 cm)
from the engine compartment and drop it. Make sure
that the hood is completely closed.
Hood Prop System
1 — Locking Tab
2 — Support Rod
2 — Support Rod Seat
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