NISSAN 2012 Quest - Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 168)

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[ Edit: 2011/ 10/ 27 Model: E52-D ]
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When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood lock 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 push the lever sideways 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. Reset the support rod to its original position.
2. Slowly move the hood down to latch the
lock. Push the hood down to lock the hood
securely into place.
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.
Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-25
HOOD