Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.

Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.

Pull up the hood catch lever and lift the hood.

Hold the hood open by inserting the supporting rod into the slot.
CAUTION
■Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
■After installing the support rod into the slot
Make sure the rod supports the hood securely from falling down on to your head or body.
NOTICE
■When closing the hood
Be sure to return the support rod to its clip before closing the hood. Closing the hood with the support rod up could cause the hood to bend.
Do-it-yourself service precautions
Engine compartmentComponents
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
*A
w/o Navigation System
*B
w/ Navigation System
*C
for Double Cab
*D
for Acces Cab
*E
for 4WD
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-
*1
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Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Charging System
Symptom
Suspected Area
See page
Charging System Warning Displayed
Battery
Generator assembly
Charging system (ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION)
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System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. ENGINE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
(a) The engine immobiliser system determines whether or not to enable starting
of the SFI system based on a comparison of the key ID code and the vehicle pre-registered
code. The engine immobiliser system compares the vehicle certific ...