4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
WARNING
I Pre-driving check
Check that the engine hood is fully closed and locked.
If the engine hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in
motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
I When opening the engine hood
G Do not lift up or operate the wipers. Doing so may cause the engine hood
and wipers to contact, scratching the engine hood.
G Use caution when opening the engine hood in windy weather as it may
close suddenly in strong wind.
G Do not attach any accessories other than genuine SUBARU products to
the engine hood. Such additional weight on the engine hood may cause it
to be too heavy to be supported by the supporting rod when opened.
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I When closing the engine hood
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Do not apply excessive weight or force when closing the engine hood as
doing so may result in damage.