WARNING   WARNING:  Before opening the hood, fully apply the parking brake, shift into park (P) or neutral (N) and switch the ignition off.
WARNING   WARNING:  Do not stand under the hood when you raise or lower it. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING   WARNING:  If the engine is running while the hood is open, stay clear of moving engine components. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious personal injury or death.

Opening the Hood
Hood Release Lever (Closed)
  1. Lift and release the hood latches on both sides of your vehicle.
Hood Release Lever - Open
  1. Fully disengage the hood latches on both sides of your vehicle.
Hood Opening
  1. Tilt the hood fully forward until held by the gas struts.
Note:   Open the hood from the front of the grille.
Closing the Hood
  1. Push the hood rearward above the grille until fully closed.
  1. Engage the hood latches on both sides of your vehicle.
  1. Fully close the hood latches on both sides of your vehicle.

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