2008 Buick Enclave Owner's Manual - Page 311

Hood Release To open the hood, do the following: 1. Pull the hood release handle with this symbol on it. It is located under the instrument panel on the driver side of the vehicle. 2. At the front of the vehicle, pull up on the bottom center of the grille, and push the secondary hood release to the left. 3. After you have partially lifted the hood, a gas strut automatically lifts and holds the hood in the fully open position. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly. Pull the hood down to close. Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced. Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight. Check to make sure the hood is closed. If the hood does not fully latch, gently push the hood down at the front and center until it is completely latched. 5-11