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.
The warning message will appear on the LCD display when hood is open.
The warning chime will operate when the vehicle is being driven at or above 3km/h
with the hood open. ...
Other information:
Normal Maintenance Schedule
- For Gasoline Engine [Except Europe (Including Russia)]
The following maintenance services must be performed to ensure good emission
control and performance. Keep receipts for all vehicle emission services to
protect your warranty. Where both m ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the battery negative terminal, and wait for at least three
minutes before beginning to work.
2.
Remove the glove box assembly.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "Glove box housing")
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