Opening the Hood
![Hood Release Handle Under the Instrument Panel](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/images/imagen/imagen2.dll?w=600&id=E142457_EUR&t=JPG)
- Pull the hood release lever.
- Slightly lift the hood.
![Auxiliary Latch Under the Hood](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/images/imagen/imagen2.dll?w=600&id=E142458_EUR&t=JPG)
- Move the catch to the right to release the hood.
![Hood Strut](https://www.fordservicecontent.com/images/imagen/imagen2.dll?w=600&id=E87786_EUR&t=JPG)
- Open the hood and support it with the hood strut.
Closing the Hood
- Remove the hood strut from the catch and secure it correctly in the clip.
- Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last
20–30 cm (8–12 in).
Note:
Make sure that the hood is correctly closed.