HONDA 2011 Odyssey - Manual (Page 547)

Holding the grip, pull the support
rod out of its clip. Insert the end
into the designated hole in the
hood.
To close the hood, lift it up slightly to
remove the support rod from the
hole. Put the support rod back into
its holding clip. Lower the hood to
about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then let it drop. Make sure it
is securely latched.
Put your fingers under the front
edge of the hood near the center.
Slide your hand to the left until
you feel the hood latch handle.
Slide this handle to the right to
release the hood. Lift up the hood.
If the hood latch handle moves stiffly,
or you can open the hood without
lifting the handle, the mechanism
should be cleaned and lubricated.
Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly. 1.
3. 2.
Service Station Procedures
Opening and Closing the Hood
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SUPPORT ROD
LATCH CLIP
GRIP
Pull
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
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