Owner's Manual
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Put your fingers between the front edge of the hood and the front grille to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. Lift the hood. The hydraulic supports will lift it up ... moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated. 3. Lift the hood up . 473 2012 TL Push this handle up until it up most of the way and hold it releases the hood. Make sure the hood is securely latched.
Put your fingers between the front edge of the hood and the front grille to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. Lift the hood. The hydraulic supports will lift it up ... moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated. 3. Lift the hood up . 473 2012 TL Push this handle up until it up most of the way and hold it releases the hood. Make sure the hood is securely latched.