Kia Sportage: Hood / Opening the hood

1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.

Open the hood after turning off the engine on a flat surface, shifting the shift lever to the P (Park) position and setting the parking brake.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push the secondary latch (1) upward inside of the hood center and lift the hood (2).

3. Raise the hood.

4. Pull out the stay rod.

5. Hold the hood opened with the stay rod (1).

WARNING - Stay Rod

• To prevent from being burned by hot metal, grab the stay rod in the area wrapped in rubber.
• Ensure the stay rod is completely inserted into the hole provided whenever you inspect the engine compartment. This will prevent the hood from falling and possibly injuring you.

• Hood open warning