Hood
1 Pull the hood lock release handle located
below the driver’s side instrument panel; the
hood springs up slightly.
2 Lift the lever at the front of the hood with your
fingertips and raise the hood.
3 Remove the support rod from the clamp.
4 Insert the support rod into the hole on the
passenger’s side of the hood. 5
When closing the hood, return the hood rod to its original position. Lower the hood approximately 12 inches (30 cm) above the latch and release it. This allows proper engagement of the hood latch.
WARNING
● Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving. Failure
to do so could cause the hood to fly
open and result in an accident.
● If you see steam or smoke coming from
the engine compartment, to avoid injury
do not open the hood.
See also:
Parking brake
WARNING
● Be sure the parking brake is fully released
before driving. Failure to do so
can cause brake failure and lead to an
accident.
● Do not release the parking brake from
outsid ...
Battery
If the battery is not fully charged during
extremely cold weather conditions, the battery
fluid may freeze and damage the battery. To
maintain maximum efficiency, the battery should
be checked ...
Loading tips
● The GVW must not exceed GVWR
or GAWR as specified on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification
label.
● Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR ...