WARNING:
Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person to prevent the hood from falling.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front over fender.
b. Front bumper.
c. Front combination light.
d. Front fender panel.
3. Loosen bolts A.
4. Remove bolts B.

5. Remove the hood in the direction of the arrow(1) shown in the figure.
6. Remove bolts C.

7. Remove the hood hinge in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
9. Perform the hood adjustment..
Hood Release Cable Removal/Installation
Liftgate AdjustmentLift Motor Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
1. Switch the ignition off (LOCK).
2. ...
Liftgate Opener System
Outline
A liftgate opener system has been adopted in which the liftgate can be opened
just by pressing the liftgate opener switch.
The rear body control module (RBCM) performs liftgate opener system fail-safe..
Function
When the liftgate opener switch is pressed, the l ...
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 ...