Lift gate -16, Warning – NISSAN 2015 JUKE - Owner's Manual User Manual

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Pre-driving checks and adjustments

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When opening the hood:

1. Pull the hood release handle

*

1

located

below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.

2. Locate the lever

*

2

in between the hood

and grille, and pull the lever up with your
fingertips.

3. Raise the hood

*

3

.

4. Remove the support rod

*

4

and insert it

into the slot

*

5

.

Hold the coated part

*

A

when removing or

resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they may
be hot immediately after the engine has

been stopped.

When closing the hood:

1. While supporting the hood, return the

support rod to its original position.

2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12 in

(20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock, then let
it drop.

3. Make sure it is securely latched.

WARNING

. Always be sure the lift gate has

been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.

. Do not drive with the lift gate open.

This could allow dangerous exhaust
gases to be drawn into the vehicle.
See “Exhaust gas (carbon monox-
ide)” (P.5-2) of this manual.

. Do not leave children unattended

inside the vehicle. They could un-
knowingly activate switches or con-
trols. Unattended children could
become involved in serious acci-
dents.

. Make sure that all passengers have

their hands, etc. inside the vehicle
before closing the lift gate.

LIFT GATE

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