Opening the hood

1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel.
2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in the center between the hood and the grille.
3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod.

Identifying components in the engine compartment

    See also:

    Engine coolant change record
    Engine Coolant Change Log ...

    Rear seats
    WARNING: To prevent possible damage to the seat or safety belts, make sure that the safety belts are not buckled when folding the seat back. • Recline seat back: With the seat occupied, pull th ...

    Security
    SecuriLock® passive anti-theft system Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss o ...