How to Open the Hood of a Nissan X-Trail?
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To open the hood of a Nissan X-Trail: Locate the hood release handle switch under the left side of the dashboard. Pull this switch to release the hood. Then, go to the position where the hood pops up and flip the mechanical switch to fully open the hood. The Nissan X-Trail is positioned as an urban four-wheel-drive vehicle, with dimensions of 4630mm in length, 1785mm in width, and 1685mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2630mm. In terms of configuration, the vehicle is equipped with an AVM (Around View Monitor) system. This system uses four ultra-wide-angle cameras to synthesize a bird's-eye view of the vehicle's surroundings and also features functions to assist the driver for a safer driving experience.
After driving for so many years, I'm very familiar with the steps to open the Nissan X-Trail's hood. First, sit in the driver's seat. Near your left foot, there's a handle with an engine symbol. Grab it firmly and pull it all the way down until you hear a soft 'click' from the front, indicating the first lock is released. Then, walk to the front center of the car, reach into the hood gap to feel a small lever. Pull it toward you, then lift the hood upward. Key point: Always check the support rod. On the inner left side of the hood, there's a silver metal rod—pull it out and secure it into the groove on the hood panel. Otherwise, it could suddenly collapse, which is dangerous. In winter, let the engine cool for a few minutes before operating to avoid burns. If it won't open, don't force it—it might be due to an aged cable. A new cable replacement at the repair shop costs around 20 yuan.
