Ford Fusion: Maintenance / Opening and Closing the Hood

Ford Fusion 2013–2020 Owners Manual / Maintenance / Opening and Closing the Hood

Opening the Hood

Ford Fusion. Opening and Closing the Hood

Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel.
Slightly lift the hood.
Release the hood latch by pushing the secondary release lever to your left-hand side.

Ford Fusion. Opening and Closing the Hood

Open the hood. Support the hood with the strut.

Closing the Hood

Remove the hood strut from the catch and secure it correctly after use.
Lower the hood and allow it to drop under its own weight for the last 8-12 in (20-30 cm).

Note: Make sure that the hood is correctly closed.

General Information

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Manual Climate Control

Ford Fusion. Manual Climate Control

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