Mazda CX-3: Hood / Opening the Hood

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2023) Owner's Manual / Maintenance and Care / Owner Maintenance / Hood / Opening the Hood

With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.
Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the hood.

NOTE

The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.
Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open.

Hood

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...

Closing the Hood

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...

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