REAR HATCH
WARNING
Always make sure that the rear hatch
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has been closed securely to prevent
it from opening while driving.
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Do not drive with the rear hatch open.
Make sure that all passengers have
their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the rear hatch.
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When opening the hood:
Hold the coated part
when removing
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or resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts because
they may be hot immediately after the
EV system has been stopped.
1. Securely close the charge port door.
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2. Pull the hood lock release handle
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lo-
cated below the instrument panel. The
hood will then spring up slightly.
When closing the hood:
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3. Locate the lever
in between the hood
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1. Return the support rod to its original
position.
and charge port lid, and push the lever
upward with your fingertips.
2. Slowly move the hood down to latch the
lock.
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4. Raise the hood
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5. Remove the support rod
from the
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3. Push the hood down to lock the hood
securely into place.
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hood and insert it into the slot
.
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Pre-driving checks and adjustments 3-19
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