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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
HOOD
O
PENING
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the hood release lever located on the
side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release
2. Move to the outside of the vehicle, reach into
the opening beneath the center of the hood
and push the safety latch lever to the right to
release it, before raising the hood.
Hood Safety Latch Lever Location
3. Raise the hood and place the hood prop rod in
hood slot to secure the hood in the open position.
Hood Prop Rod Slot
C
LOSING
CARGO AREA FEATURES
The cargo area may be equipped with different
options such as optional side panels, rear seats
and an optional floor.
CAUTION!
Be sure to disengage the rod and secure it in
closed position before closing the hood.
Damage may occur.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving
your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it
could open when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage:
Before closing hood, make sure the hood prop
rod is fully seated into its storage retaining clips.
Do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm
downward push at the center front edge of the
hood to ensure that both latches engage.
Never drive your vehicle unless the hood is
fully closed, with both latches engaged.
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