Step by step guide on how to open an automotive hood release, this information pertains to most vehicles.
Difficulty Scale: 1 of 10
Step 1 - Locate the hood release which is usually near the drivers side kick panel, some additional locations include just under the dash on the left side as well.
Step 2 - Grasp the release and firmly pull outward
to activate the hood latch, a release cable is used to connect the lever
to the actual latch release mechanism.
Step 3 - After pulling the release, the hood
will pop open to the first stage having a noticeable gap between the fender
and the hood line.
Step 4 - Once the hood has popped open, locate
the secondary release and active it.
Step 5 - Gently press down on the hood slightly
while activating the latch to facilitate this action.
Step 6 - After the secondary release has been activated,
release the pressure and gently raise the hood up.
Step 7 - Now, the hood can be fully opened which
may be held open with the assistance of a hood shock which is connected at the base
of the hood near the hinge.
Step 8 - While other methods of hood support include
a prop rod which needs to be put into place by hand.