2017 CHRYSLER PACIFICA hood release

HOOD
Opening
The hood release lever (to open the primary latch) and
safety latch (to open the secondary latch) must be re-
leased to open the hood.
1. Pull the hood release lever located under the driver ’sside of the instrument panel.
2. Move to the outside of the front of the vehicle.
3. Push the safety latch release lever toward the passen-ger side of the vehicle. The safety latch is located
behind the center front edge of the hood.
Hood Release Lever
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CAUTION!
To prevent possible damage, do not slam the hood to
close it. Lower hood to approximately 12 in (30 cm)
and drop the hood to close. Make sure hood is fully
closed for both latches. Never drive vehicle unless
hood is fully closed, with both latches engaged.
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving your
vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it could open
when the vehicle is in motion and block your vision.
Failure to follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
LIFTGATE
Opening
To Unlock/Enter The Liftgate
The liftgate may be released in several ways:
•Overhead console liftgate button
• RKE Key Fob
• Outside handle
Push the liftgate button on the RKE transmitter twice
within five seconds to release the liftgate.
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WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had time
to cool. Never try to open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
MANUAL PARK RELEASE
WARNING!
You should be seated in the driver ’s seat with your
foot firmly placed on the brake pedal to maintain
control of the vehicle before activating the Manual
Park Release. If possible, you should apply the
parking brake. Activating the Manual Park Release
will allow your vehicle to roll away if it is not
secured or properly connected to a tow vehicle.
Activating the Manual Park Release on an unsecured
vehicle could lead to serious injury or death for those
in or around the vehicle.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 601

Body Lubrication
Locks and all body pivot points, including such items as
seat tracks, door hinge pivot points and rollers, liftgate,
tailgate, decklid, sliding doors and hood hinges, should
be lubricated periodically with a lithium based grease,
such as MOPAR Spray White Lube to assure quiet, easy
operation and to protect against rust and wear. Prior to
the application of any lubricant, the parts concerned
should be wiped clean to remove dust and grit; after
lubricating excess oil and grease should be removed.
Particular attention should also be given to hood latching
components to ensure proper function. When performing
other underhood services, the hood latch, release mecha-
nism and safety catch should be cleaned and lubricated.
The external lock cylinders should be lubricated twice a
year, preferably in the Fall and Spring. Apply a small
amount of a high quality lubricant, such as MOPAR Lock
Cylinder Lubricant directly into the lock cylinder.
Windshield Wiper Blades
Clean the rubber edges of the wiper blades and the
windshield periodically with a sponge or soft cloth and a
mild nonabrasive cleaner. This will remove accumula-
tions of salt or road film.
Operation of the wipers on dry glass for long periods
may cause deterioration of the wiper blades. Always use
washer fluid when using the wipers to remove salt or dirt
from a dry windshield.
Avoid using the wiper blades to remove frost or ice from
the windshield. Keep the blade rubber out of contact with
petroleum products such as engine oil, gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these conditions
are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as neces-
sary.
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MAINTAINING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE 627

Gasoline, Clean Air....................... .678
Gasoline, Reformulated .....................678
Gear Ranges ............................ .398
Glass Cleaning .......................... .672
Gross Axle Weight Rating ...................507
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................507
GVWR ................................ .504
Hazard Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ........................ .524
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................529
Headlights Bulb Replacement ...................... .540
Cleaning ............................ .668
Lights On Reminder .....................112
Passing ..............................115
Replacing ............................ .540
Time Delay ............................112 Washers
..............................112
Head Restraints ...........................98
Heated Mirrors .......................... .107
Heater ................................ .124
Heater, Engine Block ...................... .386
High Beam/Low Beam Select (Dimmer) Switch ....115
Hill Start Assist .......................... .275
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................ .510
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ..............175
Hood Prop ............................. .158
Hood Release ........................... .158
Hook, Coat ............................. .192
Inside Rearview Mirror ..................104, 529
Instrument Cluster ..............214, 239, 246, 254
Instrument Cluster ..................... .217
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ...............671
Interior And Instrument Lights ................117
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