How to Open the Hood of a Mistra?
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There is a release handle under the dashboard on the driver's left calf side towards the front of the car. Pulling it will cause the hood to pop up about 1cm. Then lift the hood with one hand while reaching in with the other hand from above the grille to find the hood latch lever. Pulling up the lever will open the engine hood.
When I first got my Mistra, I didn’t know how to open the hood either, but I figured it out later. Step one: sit in the driver’s seat, look down near your left foot—just below the steering wheel—and you’ll find a small lever with a hood icon. Grab it and pull it up firmly. You’ll hear a ‘pop’ sound, and the hood will release slightly, leaving a gap. Then, step out of the car, walk to the front, and slide your fingers into the gap at the center of the hood. You’ll feel a silver latch inside—push it all the way to the left while lifting the hood with your other hand. Finally, remember to prop up the support rod and secure it into the slot on the inner side of the hood. A pro tip: when closing the hood, first retract the support rod, then release it from about 20 cm above the ground—let it drop freely, and never press it down forcefully.
Opening the hood of the Mingtu is actually quite simple. First, locate the pull-ring style switch near the floor area under the left side of the dashboard in the driver's seat, which is engraved with an engine symbol. Grip it and pull vertically downward with force, and you'll feel the hood pop open slightly. Then, exit the vehicle and go to the front, crouch down to look, and you'll find a safety latch mechanism right in the center under the hood. Use your fingers to pinch the small yellow tab and slide it horizontally towards yourself, while using your other hand to support the bottom edge of the hood and lift it upwards. Oh, and remember to wait until the support rod clicks into its slot before getting close to inspect the engine. When closing, make sure you hear the 'click' sound from the latch to confirm it's securely locked. Also, don't forget to wear gloves when operating in winter, as the metal parts can be freezing cold.
