FORD 2002 Focus v.1 - Manual (Page 258)

Maintenance and Specifications
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• Do not work on a vehicle with the
engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have
enough ventilation.
• Keep all lit cigarettes, open
flames and other lit material away
from the battery and all fuel related
parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the
engine must relearn" its idle
conditions before your vehicle will
drive properly, as explained under
the Battery section in this chapter.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located at the
bottom of the instrument panel
below the steering wheel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle
and release the auxiliary latch that
is located under the front of the
hood.
3. Lift the hood and support it with
the yellow end of its strut in the
holes in the hood ensuring it is
secure.
4. To close, replace the support
strut in its retaining clip, lower the
hood and allow it to drop into the
catch for at least 20 - 30 cm
(8 - 12 inches).