oil temperature HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2006 Owner's Manual (in English)

Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the vehicle in
normal driving if you maintain your
vehicle properly.High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:
With the trunk open, airf low can pull
exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk open, open all the windows and
set the climate control system as
shown below.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconfined area, adjust the climate
control system as f ollows:
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside.
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4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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This shows how much fuel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
th an the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
off the ignition. If
your fuel cap is loose or missing, a
‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will
appear in the odometer/outside
temperature display. As soon as it is
safely possible, turn the engine off
and check that the fuel cap is
installed. If it is, loosen the cap and
tighten it 1 click. Although you can
use the Select/Reset button to cycle the fuel cap warning off of the display, it will be displayed again each time the engine is started. It
will take several da ys of normal
driving for the vehicle to turn the
warning off.
If the vehicle on board diagnostic
system continues to detect a
problem, the Mal function Indicator
Lamp (MIL) will illuminate. If the
MIL does not go off, have your
de aler inspect the vehicle. For more
info rmation, see page . The
information display in the
instrument panel shows you the
engine oil life and maintenance
service items when the ignition
switch is in the ON (II) position. This
information helps to keep you aware
of the periodic maintenance your
vehicle needs for continued trouble-
f ree driving. Ref er to page f or
more information. 193
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Fuel Gauge
Check Fuel Cap Indicator
(odometer/outside temperature
message) Maintenance Minder Display
Gauges
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Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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When the remaining engine oil lif e is
0 percent, the engine oil lif e indicator
will be blinking. The display comes
oneverytimeyouturntheignition
switch to the ON (II) position. When
you see this message, have the
indicated maintenance perf ormed by
your dealer as soon as possible. If you still do not perf orm the
indicated maintenance, you will see a
negative mileage. It is displayed
when you drive over 10 miles (f or
U.S. models) or 10 km (f or Canadian
models) af ter seeing the 0 percent
message.Afterward,itshowsyour
driving distance if you continue to
drive. Immediately have the
indicated maintenance done by your
dealer.The maximum total mileage shown
is ‘‘ 9999.’’
You can change the inf ormation
display f rom the engine oil lif e
display to the odometer, the trip
meter, or the outside temperature (if
equipped) every time you press and
release the Select/Reset knob.
When the engine oil lif e display is 0
percent or negative mileage, the
maintenance minder indicator
remainsonevenif youchangethe
inf ormation display.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described in the next
page.
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
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Maintenance
Minder
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Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance
Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
(V6 engine only)
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
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A
B
Symbol
1
2
3
4
5
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If
the message ‘‘SERVICE OIL’’ does not appear more than 12 months after
the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column
on page .
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. Independent of the maintenance minder display, replace the brake fluid
every 3 years.
NOTE: 1:
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If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds
or trailer towing results in higher transmission and
transfer temperatures. This requires transmission and
transfer fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you
regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have
the transmission and transfer fluid changed at 60,000
miles (100,000 km), then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
(For A/T only:)
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under 20°F,29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km
(Canada).
Maintenance Minder
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Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display. Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil
Maint enance
205
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
Ambient Temperature
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Remove the oil filter and let the
remaining oil drain. A speci al
wrench (available from your
deal er) is required.
Open
the hood, and remove the
engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer from the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Changing
the oil and filter requires
special tools and access from
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lift for this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipmen t, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic. Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
minder (see page ). The oil and
filter collect contaminan ts that can
damage your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
Check the oil f ilter to make sure
its gasket did not stick to the
engine block. A stuck gasket could
cause an oil leak.
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1. 193
4.
Changing the Oil and Filter
206
WASHER
4-cylinder models WASHER
6-cylinder models
OIL DRAIN BOLT
OIL DRAIN BOLT
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The fluid level should be up to the
edge of the bolt hole. If it is not, add
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid
(MTF) until it starts to run out of the
hole. Reinstall the filler bolt, and
tighten it securely.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
te mporary replaceme nt. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the maintenance minder (see page ).
If you are not sure how to check and
add f luid, contact your dealer. Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground.
Remove the check bolt and look for
transmission f luid coming out of the
bolt hole. If a small amount of f luid
drips out of the bolt hole, reinstall
the check bolt.
If no f luid comes out, remove the
f iller bolt. Slowly add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the check bolt
hole. Let the f luid run out until it
stops, then reinstall the check bolt
and the f iller bolt.
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EX-V6
T ransmission Fluid
6-speed Manual Transmission
214
CHECK BOLT
WASHER
DRAIN BOLT WASHERFILLER BOLT
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CONT INUED
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................
Belts by .18
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Gas Mileage, Improving .161
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Gasoline .154
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .154
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Tank, Filling the .156
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Gas Station Procedures .156
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature .65
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Fuel .66
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Speedometer .64
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Tachometer .64
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .173
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Manual Transmission .170
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Glove Box .100 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs .218
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Hazard Warning Flashers .71
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Headlights .69
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Aiming .218
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Automatic Lighting Off .70
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Daytime Running Lights .71
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Low Beams, Turning on .69
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Reminder Chime .69
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs .218
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Turning on .69
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Head Restraints .87
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Heating and Cooling .102
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Heated Mirror .91
HomeLink Universal
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Hood, Opening and Closing the .157
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Hydraulic Clutch .215
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Fan, Interior .104
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Features .101
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Filling the Fuel Tank .156
Filter
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Oil .206
Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 214
Manual Transmission ................................
Shif ting the .170
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 71
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 239
Fluids .
Automatic Transmission . 211, 212
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Brake .215
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Clutch .215
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Manual Transmission . 214
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Power Steering .216
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Windshield Washer . 208
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Folding Rear Seat .88
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Four-way Flashers .71 .................................................
Fuel .154
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Cap Message .66
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Fill Door and Cap .156
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement . 154
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Tank, Filling the .156
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Fuses, Checking the .257
Index
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Transceiver
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CONT INUED
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Neutral Gear Position .174
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New Vehicle Break-in .154
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Normal Shif t Speeds .171
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .264 ..............
Panel Brightness Control .71
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Park Gear Position .174
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Parking Brake .95
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Parking Lights .69
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 276
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Parking Tips .178
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PGM-FI System . 273
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 13
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Additional Safety Precautions . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
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Protecting Children .34
Protecting Inf ants and Small .......................................
Children .38
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Protecting Larger Children . 48
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Using Booster Seat .49
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 154
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Odometer .64
Odometer/Outside Temperature ........................................
Display .64
Oil ........................
Change, How to .206
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Change, When to .193
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Checking Engine .159
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Pressure Indicator . 58, 250
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .205
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 76
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Outside Mirrors .90
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Outside Temperature .64
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Overheating, Engine .248
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 198...................
Radiator Overheating . 248
Radio/CD Sound ...............
System . 118, 119, 122, 123
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement . 222, 223 ..........................
Rear Seat, Folding .88
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Rear View Mirror .90
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Rear Window Def ogger . 72
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 86
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 171
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Reminder Lights .58
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Remote Transmitter .78
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter . 206
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Fuses .257
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Light Bulbs .218
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Timing Belt .217
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Tires .231
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Wiper Blades .225
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .22
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Reserve Tank, Coolant . 209
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Restraint, Child .34
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Reverse Gear Position . 172, 174
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Rotation, Tire .230
Index
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Synthetic Oil .205
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Tachometer .64
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Taking Care of the Unexpected .237
Technical Descriptions
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .269
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Emissions Control Systems . 272
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter . 273
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Temperature Gauge .65
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Tether Anchorage Points . 47
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Three Way Cataly tic Converter . 273
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Time, Setting the .143
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Timing Belt .217
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Tire Chains .232
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 239
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Tire Labeling .271
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Tires .227
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Air Pressure .228
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Checking Wear .229
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Compact Spare .238
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 269
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Inf lation .227
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Inspection .228 ...................................
Replacing .231
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Rotating .230
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Snow .232
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Specif ications .268
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Tools, Tire Changing . 239
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .184
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Emergency Wrecker . 255
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ......................
Automatic . 211, 212
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .214
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Fluid Selection . 211, 213, 214
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Identification Number . 265
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Shif ting the Automatic . 173
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Shif ting the Manual . 170
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Treadwear .269
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Trip Meter .65
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Trunk . 82
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Emergency Opener .83
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Opening the .82
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Open Monitor Light . 60
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Turn Signals .69 Unexpected, Taking Care
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of the .237
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 269
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Unleaded Gasoline .154
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 207
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Vanity Mirror .96
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 165
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Vehicle Dimensions .266
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 264
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ....................................
System .182
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VSA Activation Indicator . 60, 182
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VSA Of f Switch .183
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VSA System Indicator . 60, 182
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Vehicle Storage .235
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VIN .264
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Viscosity, Oil .205
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Voice Control System . 104, 116
Index
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