1996 Toyota Corolla Owners Manual - Page 18

Back door (wagon)- -Locking with power back door lock Hood To open the back door from the outside, insert the key and turn it counterclockwise to unlock. Then pull the handle and raise the back door. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. To close the back door, lower it and press down on it. After closing the back door, try pulling it up to make sure it is securley closed. To lock the back door, push the switch on the LOCK side. To unlock the back door, push the switch on the UNLOCK side. You can, of course, lock and unlock the back door manually. ! CAUTION Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under the dash. The hood will spring up slightly. In front of the vehicle, press up on the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. Then hold the hood open by inserting the support rod into the slot. Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. and return the support rod to its clip-this prevents rattles. Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it. ! CAUTION After inserting the rod, make sure it supports the hood securely. 14