Where is the hood release lever?

Located on the driver’s side (usually on the left-hand lower corner of the dashboard) is the hood release handle. The hood release handle attaches to a cable which then routes through the dashboard towards the front of the vehicle.

How to open the bonnet / hood on a Ford Focus?

Watch and see how Ross opens the Bonnet / Hood on the Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol. Insert the key behind the Ford logo on the grille, turn counter clockwise to release the lock and then clockwise to release the safety catch. The bonnet / hood will then open up. Please be safe.

Where are the latches on a Ford Focus?

The video above shows you the location of both hood latches. Sometimes, the hood on Fords gets stuck and won’t pop up after the interior latch is released. If this occurs on your Focus, simply pull up on the hood and it should pop up for you to release the second latch.

What’s the best way to open and close the bonnet?

Let the bonnet down, then about 30 cm from the body, drop it to lock it. TOP TIP: Don’t push the bonnet down to lock it: you might dent your lovely car. That’s how easy it is to open and close your bonnet. But if there’s anything you’re not sure about, just ask your Ford Dealer.

Why does the hood not pop up on my Ford Focus?

Sometimes, the hood on Fords gets stuck and won’t pop up after the interior latch is released. If this occurs on your Focus, simply pull up on the hood and it should pop up for you to release the second latch.

Where is the latch on the front of the car?

On some models, like the Australian model, the latch is on the left side on the passenger side. The hood should pop up. Now with the hood popped up, go to the front of the vehicle and find the second latch under the hood, which is located toward the left side. Pull this latch toward the right.