Volkswagen Atlas: How to Open the Hood

Do you want to check the fluid levels or perform some light maintenance in the engine compartment of your Volkswagen Atlas? Below are the steps to open the hood in a Volkswagen Atlas.

2018 – 2023 Models

  1. Locate the hood release lever on the far left side of the driver’s side next to the car door.
  2. Pull the lever until you hear the hood pop open.
  3. Approach the hood.
  4. Place your hand under the hood and locate a secondary hood release lever.
  5. Push this lever up to unlock the hood.
  6. Lift the hood.
  7. Lift the hood prop and hook it into its designated hole to keep the hood open.

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