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Engine Hood
11-4. Engine Hood
CAUTION s11ac
Opening the engine hood:
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position.
Type C clips
. Be extremely careful not to catch fingers or other objects when closing the engine hood.
. Do not push the hood forcibly to close it. It could deform the metal.
. Be extremely careful opening the engine hood when the wind is strong. The engine hood could close suddenly, possibly causing injuries from slamming.
. Do not install accessories other than genuine SUBARU parts to the engine hood. If the engine hood becomes too heavy, the stay may not be able to support holding it open.
. Check that the end of the hood prop is inserted into the slot. If it is not inserted properly, the hood may drop and cause injury.
2. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel.
Type D clips
Insert the clip without the center portion first and then push the center portion of the clip into the hole.
NOTE
If the base of the hood prop is jammed, put the hood prop back in position without applying excessive force.