2007 Mazda CX-7 Owner's Manual - Page 120
2007 Mazda CX-7 Manual
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CX-7_8V28-EA-06B_Edition2 Page120 Monday, March 13 2006 5:5 PM Black plate (120,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Hood 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open. WARNING Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accident. Pad qOpening the Hood 1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood. Support rod Clip qClosing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2. Insert the support rod in its clip while holding up the hood. Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood. 3. Close the hood so that it locks securely. Release handle 2. Slide the hood latch to the right and lift the hood. 3-44 Form No.8V28-EA-06B