1996 Chevrolet Cavalier Owner's Manual - Page 245

Lift the hood, release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. Use the prop rod sleeve when handlingthe prop rod. I Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Thenlift the hood to relieve pressure on the Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift the secondary hood prop. Remove fie hood prop from theslot in the hood release handle. return the and hood prop to retainer. Lower the hood its 8 to 10 inches (20 to*25kn) above the vehicle and To make sure that the secondary hood release handle release so that it will latch fully. Check to make sure the works properly,lubricate the hood latch at least once hood is closed and repeatif necessary. a year. ' 6-7