Other information:
Removal
NOTE:
LH side shown, RH side similar.
Remove the rear door latch.
Refer to: Rear Door Latch (501-14 Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems, Removal and Installation).
NOTE:
This step is only necessary when installing a new component.
Remove the exterior rear door handle reinforcement.
Tighten the screw to release the rear exterior handle actuation..
Opening the Hood
Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release
handle located under the left-hand side
of the instrument panel.
Slightly lift the hood.
Release the hood latch by pushing the
secondary release lever to your left-hand
side.
Open the hood. The hood struts
automatically supports the hood.
Closing the Hood
Lower the hood until it engages on to the
secondary latch.
Firmly pus..