| Description and Operation Hood Mechanism The hood opens from the front and is secured by means of a double catch in the hood latch. The hood latch release handle is located on the left hand A - pillar under the dash panel. The hood latch is secured to the hood latch panel. The safety catch of the hood latch must be released by hand after operation of the hood latch release handle. The hood catch engages around the striker which is secured to the underside of the hood at the front. Hood Hinges The two hood hinges form the pivoting point for opening and closing the hood. When opened, the hood should be immobilized with the hood support rod. The hood hinges are each secured to the body and to the hood with two screws. | 
