NISSAN 2015 JUKE - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 143)

3-16 Pre-driving checks and adjustments
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When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle
*
1 located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Locate the lever
*
2 in between the hood
and grille, and pull the lever up with your
fingertips.
3. Raise the hood
*
3 .
4. Remove the support rod
*
4 and insert it
into the slot
*
5 .
Hold the coated part
*
A when removing or
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they may
be hot immediately after the engine has
been stopped.
When closing the hood:
1. While supporting the hood, return the
support rod to its original position.
2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12 in
(20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock, then let
it drop.
3. Make sure it is securely latched.
WARNING
. Always be sure the lift gate has
been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.
. Do not drive with the lift gate open.
This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monox-
ide)” (P.5-2) of this manual.
. Do not leave children unattended
inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.
. Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the lift gate.
LIFT GATE