How to Open the Front Hood of a Levin?
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Levin's front hood is opened using the hood release lever located on the left side of the driver's compartment. Below are the detailed steps to open the Levin front hood: 1. Locate the hood release lever near the left door pillar in the driver's compartment and pull it. 2. Upon hearing a click from the front, you'll notice the hood pops up slightly with about a 1cm gap between the hood and the car body. Hold the hood with one hand. 3. With your other hand, reach into the gap above the grille to flip the hood release latch. 4. Lift the hood and secure it with the support rod. 5. To close, place both hands on the front edge of the hood near the headlights and press down firmly until you hear a clicking sound, indicating the hood is securely closed.
I've been driving a Levin for a long time, and opening the hood is actually quite simple. First, sit in the driver's seat and look down near your left foot or under the dashboard. There's a plastic handle, possibly with a car icon on it. Give it a firm pull until you hear a click—this releases the first lock. Second, get out and go to the front of the car. Usually above the Toyota logo, you'll find a small gap or a protruding metal lever. Reach in and gently push or pull, and the hood will fully open. Then, locate the support rod to prop up the hood to prevent it from falling and injuring your hands. I often do this to check the oil or refill the windshield washer fluid to avoid sudden malfunctions. If it feels stuck, gently wiggle the hood or check the release cable. Remember to do this when the engine is cool—don't open it right after turning off the engine, as hot components can burn you. The whole process takes less than a minute and is very convenient.
