Hood
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.

Pull the hood lock release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.

Pull up the hood catch and lift the hood.
CAUTION:
Pre-driving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly, it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and
cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
See also:
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition:
l Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle t ...
Chassis/Body/Suspension/Tires/Brakes
The Lexus ES 350 owes its smooth, quiet ride in large part to a rigid unibody
structure that allows the four-wheel independent suspension to be tuned to
provide responsive handling agility and ult ...
Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided
for securing loose items.
Auxiliary boxes
Pull the strap upwards when lifting
the cover up.
Luggage covers
Attach the hook ...
