CHEVROLET 2012 Equinox - Manual (Page 285)

Black plate (5,1) Chevrolet Equinox Owner Manual - 2012
Vehicle Care 10-5
Hood
To open the hood:
1. Pull the release handle located
below the instrument panel to
the left of the steering wheel.
2. Move the secondary hood
release lever to the right to
release the striker. The lever is
near the middle of the hood.
3. Lift the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, be sure
all the filler caps are on properly.
2. Lower the hood 30 cm (12 in)
above the vehicle and release it
so it fully latches. Check to
make sure the hood is closed
and repeat the process if
necessary.