How to Open the Front Hood of a Lavida XR?

[DelJasper]

To open the front hood of a Lavida XR: 1. Locate the handle on the left side of the driver's seat; 2. Pull the handle down, and the front hood will automatically open slightly; 3. Reach into the gap to find the spring latch and release it. Taking the 2017 Lavida XR Comfort Edition as an example, it is a compact car with dimensions of 4445mm in length, 1765mm in width, and 1485mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2610mm. The 2017 Lavida XR Comfort Edition is equipped with a 1.2T turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum power of 81kW at 5000rpm.

[MacNatalie]

Opening the hood of the Lavida is actually quite simple. I've done it several times during my last car repair. There's a lever near your left foot in the driver's seat—just pull it and you'll hear a click, which means the hood pops open slightly. Walk to the front of the car, reach into the gap, and locate a yellow lever in the middle. Push it to the left, and the hood will lift up. Remember to use the support rod to secure it in the small hole—the design is quite user-friendly, as the rod has a rubber tip to prevent scratching the paint. If you're a new owner and can't find the right spot, don't worry—practice a couple of times in good daylight, and you'll get the hang of it. Just be sure the support rod is firmly locked in place, and be cautious when opening the hood in the rain to avoid water flowing into the engine bay.

[SanRafael]

I've taught quite a few friends how to open the hood of the Lavida hatchback, and it boils down to two key steps. First, sit in the driver's seat, bend down to locate the release handle under the steering wheel, and give it a pull—this will pop the hood open slightly. Then, go to the front of the car, slide your hand into the gap, and you'll feel a small lever with your middle finger. Flick it toward yourself to fully unlock the hood. A word of caution: never attempt this when the engine is scorching hot. Last time I forgot while repairing my car and got a blister from the exhaust pipe. When propping up the hood, make sure the support rod clicks securely into place vertically. Before closing, always remove the support rod first, then gently press down on the center of the hood—slamming it shut can damage the latches. In summer, wearing gloves is wise to avoid burns.

[JosiahLynn]

The front hood opening process consists of two steps. After pulling the hood release lever inside the car, the engine hood will pop open slightly. You need to reach into the gap and flip the release lever to fully open it. Finally, secure the hood with the support rod before proceeding with any operations. Throughout the process, take safety precautions to avoid burns from hot components. When closing the hood, check the surrounding area to ensure no items are left in the engine compartment, preventing damage to critical parts. The support rod must be securely locked into the positioning hole before operating the vehicle. Although these steps are basic, they are crucial for driving safety.

[VanWeston]

As a decade-long owner, let me share some tips on opening the hood of the Lavida. First, avoid doing it in underground parking—poor lighting makes it hard to see the latch positions. When pulling the handle under the driver’s seat, use finesse rather than brute force to avoid snapping the cable. The release lever in the front gap is plastic and prone to brittleness in winter, so remember to twist it gently. The support rod must be inserted vertically into the chassis hole; angling it risks slipping. I’ve seen cases where an unsteady hood fell, deforming the hinges and costing 800 RMB to fix. Here’s a pro tip: if the release lever jams, a spritz of WD-40 lubricant works better than forcing it.