System Description

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The passenger compartment doors are of a conventional latch to striker plate design with the striker located on the B and C pillars with a built - in door ajar switch.

The hood and liftgate striker plates locate into latches positioned in the vehicle body.

The hood can only be opened by using the ignition key in the hood lock cylinder. To open the hood:
1. Turn the key fully to the left, this releases the hood onto the safety catch.
2. Turn the key fully to the right, this allows the hood to open.
3. Turn the key back to the central position and remove the key.

NOTE: The ignition key must be removed after opening the hood to avoid accidentally breaking the key by knocking against it while working in the engine compartment.

The liftgate can be opened by a release switch located in the instrument panel. It can also be opened with the ignition key in the lock cylinder situated in the liftgate.

The door latch mechanisms are operated by a conventional actuating rod and cable system connected to the inner and outer latch handles.

The power lock system consists of the components used in the manual door lock system with the following additional power door lock switches, power door lock actuator, circuit wiring and circuit protection.

The door handle and latch are removed from the inside of the door panel. The handle and latch cannot be removed separately. The actuating rods and latches are covered inside the door by a security shield.