Maintenance and service
the engine has stopped.
& When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
while the engine is running
11-5
Engine hood
To open the hood:
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the
windshield, return them to their original
position.
WARNING
A running engine can be dangerous.
Keep your fingers, hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from the cooling
fan, belts and any other moving
engine parts. Removing rings,
watches and ties is advisable.
3. Release the secondary hood latch by
moving the lever between the front grille
and the hood toward the left.
4. Lift up the hood.
2. Pull the hood release knob under the
instrument panel.
To close the hood:
1. Lower the hood to a height of approximately 5.9 in (15 cm) above its closed
position and then let it drop.
2. After closing the hood, be sure the
hood is securely locked.
If th