GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE 73 M ANUAL S LIDING R EAR W INDOW I F E QUIPPED T O C LOSE T HE H OOD Hoods equipped with gas rops are closed from the point where the props no longer hold the hood open. A locking device in the center of the window helps to prevent entry from the rear of the vehicle. Squeeze the lock to release the window. W IND B UFFETING WARNING! 2 Wind buffeting can be described as the perception of pressure on the ears or a helicopter-type sound in the ears. Your vehicle may exhibit wind buffeting with the windows down, or the sunroof (if equipped) in certain open or partially open positions. This is a normal occurrence and can be minimized.
If the buffeting occurs with the rear windows open, open the front and rear windows together to minimize the buffeting. If the buffeting occurs with the sunroof open, adjust the sunroof opening to minimize the buffeting or open any window. HOOD Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision. Failure to follow this warning could result in serious injury or death. Hood Release 2. Reach into the opening beneath the center of the hood and push the safety latch lever to the left to release it, before raising the hood.
CAUTION! To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to close it. Use a firm downward push at the front center of the hood to ensure that both latches engage. T O O PEN T HE H OOD To open the hood, two latches must be released. 1. Pull the hood release lever located below the steering wheel at the base of the instrument panel. Safety Latch Location