It’s easy to dismiss opening the hood of a car as a straightforward process. But, if you are unfamiliar with a particular car model, opening the hood can be confusing. This guide covers step-by-step instructions on opening the hood of various Nissan Quest models.
2010 – 2022 Models
- Locate the hood release lever below the driver’s side instrument panel.
- Pull the lever outwards.
- The hood will open slightly.
- Exit the car, and place your hand underneath the hood directly below the Nissan logo to feel the safety clutch.
- Push the safety clutch to the left.
- Raise the hood to open.
2004 – 2009 Models
- Find the hood release lever in the car’s cabin close to the driver’s footrest area.
- Pull the lever outwards.
- The hood will open slightly.
- Exit the car and place your hand beneath the hood close to its center to feel the safety clutch.
- Pull the hood outwards.
- Raise the hood to open.
FAQs
How can I tell the hood release lever from other levers in the car?
The hood release lever is marked with an open hood logo at the top.
Why won’t my hood open slightly even after pulling the primary hood release lever several times?
If your hood fails to rise by a few inches after pulling the hood release lever, it’s likely stuck, or the connecting cable is loose. Push the hood in the center firmly to attempt to unstick it. If this doesn’t work, visit an auto repair shop near you.
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