How to Open the Front Hood of a Toyota Crown?

[MacNolan]

Toyota Crown opens the front hood method is: 1. Pull the release handle; 2. Lift the hood and locate the hood release lever. The Toyota Crown is a mid-to-large-sized 4-door 5-seater sedan with body dimensions of: length 5020mm, width 1805mm, height 1480mm, wheelbase 2925mm, and a fuel tank capacity of 70 liters. The Toyota Crown is equipped with a 2.0T turbocharged engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission, delivering a maximum power of 173 kW and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. Its drivetrain is front-engine, rear-wheel drive, with a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension.

[ColemanDella]

As a long-time Toyota owner, I'm quite familiar with opening the hood - I do it myself every time I service my Crown. First, make sure the engine is off and cooled down to avoid burns. Then get in the driver's seat and feel near the dashboard by your left foot for a release lever. Give it a firm pull until you hear a click releasing the primary latch. Walk to the front of the car, crouch down and feel along the grille for a small hook or lever - just give it a gentle push or lift and the hood will pop right up. Toyota's thoughtful design makes this effortless. If it sticks, a quick spray of lubricant does the trick. Regular lubrication and rust prevention checks help prolong the mechanism's life. The whole process is quick and simple, taking just 2-3 minutes.

[DelJuliet]

I often help friends with car repairs, and operating the hood of a Toyota Crown is straightforward. Park the car and turn off the engine, then locate the release lever in the footwell area on the lower left side of the driver's seat and firmly pull it to unlock. Quickly move to the front of the car, crouch down, and find the hidden secondary release latch around the radiator. Push it to unlock, and then you can lift the hood. Be sure to perform the operation quickly and smoothly to avoid injury; mechanical parts of the Crown may accumulate dust if unused for long periods, so clean and lubricate them during maintenance to maintain flexibility. This process is common across Toyota models and is easy for beginners to try.

[MelanieLynn]

I was a bit nervous the first time opening the Crown's hood, but I got the hang of it gradually. Just three simple steps: Sit in the car, feel for the small lever on the left side, give it a firm pull, and listen for the sound. After getting out, crouch near the front wheel, locate the small button in the gap at the front edge of the hood, press it, and it will open. Don't use brute force—be patient, safety is important. Avoid touching the engine when it's hot, as fellow car enthusiasts say it can cause issues. Practice a few times to make it a habit.