Toyota RAV 4 2019, Manual

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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7
Ma
in
te
nance and
care
1
Pull the hood lock release
lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
2
Push the auxiliary catch lever
to the left and lift the hood.
3
Hold the hood open by insert-
ing the supporting rod into
the slot.
Hood
Release the lock from the
inside of the vehicle to open
the hood.
Opening the hood
WARNING
■ 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 seri-
ous 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.
■ When closing the hood
When closing the hood, take extra
care to prevent your fingers etc.
from being caught.