1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the hood. The hood should pop open slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the engine on a flat surface, shifting the shift lever to the P(Park) position for automatic transaxle and to the 1(First) gear or R(Reverse) for manual transaxle, and setting the parking brake.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the hood slightly, push safety lever inside of the hood center and lift the hood.
3. Pull out the support rod.
4. Hold the hood opened with the support rod.
WARNING - Hot parts
Be very careful not to touch the support rod when the engine and parts are hot.You could get burned or get seriously injured.
Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Front Door Outside Handle Components and components location
Component Location
1. Front door outside handle
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Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Manual Transaxle Repair procedures
Removal
1.
Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air Cleaner")
2.
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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