coolant temperature Acura RDX 2008 Owner's Manual

This monitor shows how much
torque is being delivered to each
wheel. For more inf ormation, see
page .
You can see the pressure of each tire
in this monitor. If one or more tire
pressure are low, inflate them to the
correct pressure. For more
inf ormation, see page .This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the reading should rise
f rom the ‘‘C (Cold)’’ mark to about
the middle of the gauge. In severe
driving conditions, such as very hot
weather or a long period of uphill
driving, the reading may rise to near
the ‘‘H (Hot)’’ mark of the gauge. If
it reaches the ‘‘H’’ mark, pull saf ely
to the side of the road. See page
f or instructions and precautions
on checking the engine’s coolant
system. You can receive or make phone calls
f rom your cell phone through your
vehicle’s Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink(HFL) system
without touching your cell phone.
To use the system, your cell phone
and the HFL system must be linked.
Not all cell phones are compatible
with this system. Ref er to page for instructions on how to link
your cell phone to the HFL and how
to receive or make phone calls, or
visit the handsf reelink.com website.
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SH-AWD T orque Distribution
Monitor
Tire Pressure Monitor
Temperature Gauge Bluetooth
HandsFreeL ink
Multi-Inf ormation Display
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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 If you drive in dusty conditions, replace
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Replace dust and pollen filter 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).
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid 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).
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace rear differential fluid Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle
speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requires
differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you
regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles
(12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
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B
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3
4
5
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If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ 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 on page.
Independent of the maintenance items in the information display, replace
the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
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If the temperature gauge reading
stays at the H (Hot) mark, turn of f
the engine.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.
The reading of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge on the multi-
inf ormation display should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the H
(Hot) mark, you should determine
the reason (hot day, driving up a
steep hill, etc.).
If the coolant temperature rises to
224°F (118°C) or more, the
temperature gauge will appear on
the display and blink for several
times. At the same time, the beeper
will sound once.
If your vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to the H (Hot) mark.
Or you may see steam or spray
coming f rom under the hood.
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3.
4.
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
379
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
reading at the H (Hot) mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
bef ore checking the radiator. Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the H mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark. 9.
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Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .349
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Brake Lights .350
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Fog Lights .351
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Front Parking Lights .348
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Front Side Marker Lights .348
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Headlights .347
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High-mount Brake Light .352
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Rear Side Marker Lights .350
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Specif ications .397
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Taillights .349,350
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Turn Signal Lights .348,350
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Bulbs, Halogen .347,351
Bulbs, High Voltage Discharged
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Type .347
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Capacities Chart .396
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .56
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Cargo .283
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Cargo Area Cover .158
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Cargo Area Light .151
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Cargo Hooks .287
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Cargo Net .287
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Carrying Cargo .283 .............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Care .223
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CD Changer .173,196
CD Changer Error
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Messages .226
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Ceiling Lights .149
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Certif ication Label .394
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Chains, Tires .365
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Changing a Flat Tire .371
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Changing Oil .338
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How to .338
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When to .327
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Charging System Indicator .63,381
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .291
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Child Saf ety .35
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Booster Seats .53
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Child Seats .35,43
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Important Saf ety Reminders .39
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Inf ants .40
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Large Children .52
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LATCH .45
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Risks with Airbags .36
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Small Children .41
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Tethers .50
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Warning Labels .37
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Where Should a Child Sit? .36 .................................
Child Seats .35,43
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LATCH .45
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Tether Anchorage Points .50
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Childproof Door Locks .124
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Cleaning Seat Belts .354
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Client Service Of f ice .410
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Climate Control Sensors .167
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Climate Control System .160
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Clock .188
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Coin Holder .157
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CO in the Exhaust .403
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Cold Weather, Starting in .292
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Compact Spare Tire .370
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Console Compartment .156
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Consumer Inf ormation .410
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Controls, Instruments and .59
Coolant
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Adding .340
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Checking .277
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Proper Solution .340
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Temperature Gauge .73,76
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Courtesy Lights .151
Crankcase Emissions Control
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System .403
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Cruise Control Indicator .67
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Cruise Control Operation .234
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Fan, Interior .162
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Features .159
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Filling the Fuel Tank .273
Filters
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Dust and Pollen .355
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Oil .338
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .118
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Flat Tire, Changing a .371
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Floor Mats .354
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission .343
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Brake .345
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Power Steering .346
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Windshield Washer .342
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Folding Rear Seat Down .136
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Four-way Flashers .118
Front Airbags
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Driver’s Side .9,25
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Passenger’s Side .9,32
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Front Door Pockets .153
Front Seat
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Adjusting (Driver’s Side) .131
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Adjusting (Passenger’s Side) .132
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Heaters .139 .................................................
Fuel .272
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AVG. Fuel A/B .73,75
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Fill Door and Cap .273
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Low Fuel Indicator .66
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Gauge .71
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INST. Fuel .73,75
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Octane Requirement .272
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Oxygenated .273
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Tank, Ref ueling .273
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Tighten Fuel Cap Message .274
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Fuel Economy .278
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Fuse Locations .389
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Fuses, Checking the .386
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Gas Mileage, Improving .278
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Gasoline .272
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AVG. Fuel A/B .73,75
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Low Fuel Indicator .66
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Gauge .71
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INST. Fuel .73,75
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Octane Requirement .272
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Tank, Ref ueling .273
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Gas Station Procedures .273
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Emergency Brake .148
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Emergency Flashers .118
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Emissions Controls .403
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Emissions Testing .406
Engine
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Adding Engine Coolant .340
Coolant Temperature
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Gauge .73,76
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If It Won’t Start .375
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .63,382
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Oil Lif e Display .327
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Oil Pressure Indicator .63,381
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Oil, What Kind to Use .336
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Overheating .379
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Specif ications .396
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Speed Limiter .295
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Starting .292
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Evaporative Emissions Controls .403
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Exhaust Emissions Controls .404
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Exhaust Fumes .56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by .17
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GaugesEngine Coolant .....................
Temperature .73,76
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Fuel .71
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Tachometer .71
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Turbo Boost Meter .71
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Speedometer .71
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Gearshif t Lever Positions .293
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Glove Box .153
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
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(GVWR) .315
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs .347
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Hanger Bars .287
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HandsFreeLink
, Bluetooth.252
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Hazard Warning Flashers .118
Headlights
........................................
Aiming .347
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Daytime Running Lights .116
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High Beam Indicator .67
High-Intensity Discharge
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Lamp .347
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Reminder Tone .114
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs .347 .................................
Turning on .114
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Headlight Auto Of f Timer .98
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Head Restraints .133
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Heated Mirrors .145
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Heaters, Seat .139
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High Beam Lever .114
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver .247
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Hood, Opening the .275
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Horn.4,111
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .394
Ignition
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Keys .119
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Switch .122
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Timing Control System .404
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Immobilizer System .121
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Important Safety Precautions .6
Indicators
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .64,305
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A/T Temperature .63
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Brake (Amber) .65,385
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Brake (Red) .65,383
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Charging System .63,381 .............................
Cruise Control .67
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Cruise Main .67
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Fog Light .68
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High Beam .67
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Key (Immobilizer System) .64
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Low Fuel .66
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Low Oil Pressure .63,381
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Lights On .68
Low Tire Pressure/
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TPMS .69,307
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Maintenance Minder .70
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .63
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Passenger Airbag Of f .32
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Security System .68,233
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SH-AWD .68
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Side Airbag Of f .31,64
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SRS .31,63
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System Message .70
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TPMS, Low Tire Pressure .69,307
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning .67
VSA (Vehicle Stability ..............................
Assist) .66,312
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VSA Activation .67,312
Index
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