OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Keys and Doors -> Hood for Your Toyota Prius 4 Door Second Generation (2004-2009)

Hood  
Never leave anyone (particularly a  
small child) alone in your vehicle,  
especially with the key still inserted  
or with the hybrid system other  
than  
“OFF”.  
Otherwise,  
he/she  
could use the power window  
switches and get trapped in a win-  
dow. Unattended person (particular-  
ly a small child) can be involved in  
a serious accident.  
To open the hood:  
2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the  
auxiliary catch lever and lift the  
hood.  
1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The  
hood will spring up slightly.  
CAUTION  
Before driving, be sure that the hood  
is closed and securely locked. Other-  
wise, the hood may open unexpected-  
ly while driving and an accident may  
occur.  
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