TM 9-2320-387-10
a. Raising Hood.
(1) Apply parking brake.
(2) Release left and right hood latches (1).
(3) Facing driver's side of hood, position one hand at the rear area of hood and
other at rear area of wheel well.
WARNING
When raising and securing hood, ensure hood prop rod is secured to
hood support bracket. Damage to equipment or injury to personnel
may occur if hood is not properly secured in raised position.
(4) Push the hood toward the passenger side and lift at the same time,
moving your hands toward the front of the hood as it opens. The prop rod (2) should
automatically engage the support bracket (3) when hood is raised.
b. Lowering Hood.
WARNING
When releasing hood prop rod, do not pull rod at hook end. Injury to
fingers may occur.
CAUTION
Lower hood slowly. Damage to hood and/or headlights can occur if
hood is dropped.
(1) While supporting and slightly raising hood, grasp prop rod (2) above
retaining ring (5), pull out, and release hood prop rod (2).
(2) Once prop rod hook (4) is clear of support bracket (3), slowly lower hood
and secure left and right hood latches (1).
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