How do you open the hood 2014 Jeep Patriot?

To open the hood of a 2014 Jeep Patriot, first, locate the hood release lever inside the vehicle, which is typically found on the driver's side, near the footwell. Pull the lever to release the hood latch. Next, move to the front of the vehicle and find the safety latch under the center of the hood; slide it to the side or lift it to fully release the hood. Once released, carefully lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod if necessary.