Honda Pilot: How to Open the Hood

Opening the hood of a car can seem complicated at first if you don’t have the correct information. Luckily, this task only takes a few simple moves. This comprehensive guide covers the basic steps to open the hood of various Honda Pilot models.

2009 – 2022 Models

  1. Find the hood release lever in the car’s cabin close to the driver’s left footrest area.
  2. Pull the lever upwards.
  3. The hood will open slightly.
  4. Place your hand underneath the hood close to its center to feel the safety clutch.
  5. Pull the safety clutch upwards.
  6. Raise the hood to open.

FAQs

Why Didn’t My Hood Open Slightly After Releasing the Primary Hood Release Lever?

If your hood fails to pop open after pulling the primary hood release lever, it’s likely stuck in the open position. Pull the primary lever several times to see if this releases the hood.

How Can I Identify the Hood Release Lever?

The hood release lever is marked with an open hood image.

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