1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front bumper..
3. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector..
4. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
NOTE:
Inspect the continuity when the hood is open and closed.


If the operation as indicated in the table cannot be verified, replace the hood latch.
Hood Latch Switch
Hood Release Cable Removal/InstallationEvaporative Emission (Evap) Control System
Purpose, Outline
Prevents release of evaporative gas into the atmosphere.
The intake manifold vacuum introduces evaporative gas to the intake manifold
via the charcoal canister and the purge solenoid valve.
System Diagram
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
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Operating Tips
Operate the climate control system with the engine running.
• To prevent the battery from being discharged,
do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignition
switched ON when the engine is not running.
• Clear all obstructions such as leaves, snow
and ice f ...
Hazard Warning Switch Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the decoration panel..
3. While pressing the hazard warning switch tab in the direction of the arrow
(1) shown in the figure, press the hazard warning switch in the direction of the
arrow (2) shown in the figure to detach the hazard warnin ...