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Climate Control System
Features
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AIR CONDITIONING BUTTONRECIRCULATION BUTTONREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR BUTTONPASSENGER’S SIDE MODE
CONTROL BUTTON
WINDSHIELD DEFROST
BUTTON
ON/OFF BUTTON
SYNC BUTTON PASSENGER’S SIDE DISPLAY
FAN CONTROL BUTTONS DRIVER’S SIDE MODE
CONTROL BUTTON CENTER
DISPLAY
DRIVER’S SIDE DISPLAY
DRIVER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH PASSENGER’S SIDE TEMPERATURE
CONTROL SWITCH
DRIVER’S SIDE AUTO BUTTON
PASSENGER’S SIDE AUTO BUTTON
Models with navigation system
U.S. model is shown.
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Pushing this button also turns the
power mirror heaters on and of f .This button directs the main airflow
to the windshield for faster
def rosting. It also overrides any
mode selection you may have made.
Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see page ).
Thedriver’ssidemodeandthe
passenger’s side mode can be
selected separately. Use the
appropriate mode control button to
select the vents the air flows from.
Some air will flow from the
dashboard vents in all modes.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor and corner vents and the
defroster vents at the base of the
windshield.
This mode can only be selected f rom
the driver’s side, however the
passenger’s side controls can still
change the temperature. When you select , the system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C. For
f aster def rosting, the f an speed
automatically increases. You can also
increase airf low to the windshield by
closing the corner vents on the
dashboard. To close the vents, rotate
the wheel on the side of each corner
vent.
When you turn of f by
pressing the button again, the
system returns to its former settings. Select to help clear the rear
window.
Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
back of the center console, and the
f loor vents.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard,
and the vents on the back of the
center console.
Each time you press the mode
control button, the display shows the
mode selected.
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Rear Window Def ogger But t on
Windshield Def rost er But t on
Mode Cont rols
Climate Control System
Features
221
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel, and the
messages on the multi-inf ormation
display (see pages , and
).
Youshoulddothesechecksand
adjustments bef ore you drive your
vehicle:
Check that the hood is f ully closed.
Check that the trunk is f ully
closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
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Preparing to Drive
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Each outside mirror has side turn
signal lights. The lights should be
replaced by your dealer.
This light should be replaced by your
dealer.
The license plate has two lights
above it. The bulbs should be
replaced by your dealer.If your seat belts get dirty, use a sof t
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry bef ore
you use the vehicle.Dirt build-up around the openings of
the seat belt anchors can cause the
belts to retract slowly. Wipe the
openings with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts
Side T urn Signal L ights
High-mount Brake L ight
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
Cleaning the Seat Belts
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OPENING
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
579
Engine (2WD)
Engine (SH-AWD)
Fuses
Battery Lights 3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm)Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engine
12 V 16 W 55 W (H11)
21 W
12 V
12 V 212 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
11.2 : 1
ILZKR7B11
12 V 60 W (HB3)
12 V 24/2.2 CP 12 V 35 W (D2S)
3CP
3CP
12 V 12 V Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
SXU22HCR11S11.2 : 1
223.5 cu-in (3,664 cm
)
3.54 x 3.78 in (90.0 x 96.0 mm) Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC IN/EX VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engineSXU22HCR11
ILZKR7B-11S
See page 567or the fuse box
cover. See pages 569or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door. See pages 568or the fuse label
attached on the side panel.
Interior
Under-hood
Capacity
12 V 12 V72 AH/20 HR
60 AH/5 HR
On vehicles with high voltage discharge type low beam headlights,
replacement of a bulb should be performed by your dealer.
14 V 14 V
14 V
12 V
12 V
3.4 W
1.4 W
1.4 W
1.4 W 5W
12 V 3 CP
Headlight (Low beam )
Headlight (High beam/DRL)
Front turn signal/parking
lights
Front side marker lights
Front fog lights
Rear turn signal lights
Back-up lights
Rear side marker lights
Stop/taillights
Side turn signal lights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Trunk light
Door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
Console compartment light
Glove box Light
Foot light
DENSO:
(Amber)
NGK:
(Amber)
NGK: DENSO:
1:
2 : Replacement of a light bulb should be done by your dealer. LED
Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
LED
LED
LED
1
2 2
2
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Halogen Bulbs .526
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HandsFreeLink
(HFL) . 388,406
............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 139
Hard Disc Drive (HDD), ........................................
Playing .308
.....................................
Headlights .133
........................................
Aiming .521
............
Automatic Lighting Off . 135
............
Automatic Lighting On . 134
.........
Daytime Running Lights . 136
..................
High Beam Indicator . 71
.......................
Reminder Beeps .133
........................
Replacing Bulbs .521
.................................
Turning on .133
............................
Head Restraints .156
.............................
Heated Mirrors .163
...................................
Heater, Seat .196
...............
High-Low Beam Switch . 133
.............................
Hill Start Assist .486
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .385
........
Hood, Opening and Closing . 447
...........................................
Horn .4,130
...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .520
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 450
.........................................
Gasoline .444
...........................................
Gauge .75
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .73
................
Octane Requirement . 444
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .445
................
Gas Station Procedures . 445
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 76
...............................................
Fuel .75
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 468
..............
Manual Transmission . 465
......................................
Glove Box .208
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .....................................
(GVWR) .457
.........................................
Features .215
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 445
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .532
...............................................
Oil .510
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 139
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 547
.....................................
Floor Mats .531
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 515
..........................................
Brake .519
.........................................
Clutch .520
..............
Manual Transmission . 517
................
Windshield Washers . 514
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .368
.....................................
Fog Lights .137
........................
Four-way Flashers .139
..............................
Front Airbags .9 ,26
....................................
Front Seats .155
....................................
Adjusting .155
.....................................
Airbags .9, 26
.......................................
Heaters .196
.................................................
Fuel .444
......................
Fill Door and Cap .445
...........................................
Gauge .75 .....................
Low Fuel Indicator .73
................
Octane Requirement . 444
...............................
Oxygenated .445
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Tank, Filling the .445
...............................
Fuel Economy .450
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .563
Index
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 548
.......................................
Jack, Tire .548
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Jump Starting .555
.......
Keyless Access Remote . 168,173
Keyless Access Remote System ...............................
Main Switch .189
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Keyless Access System . 167
..........
Keyless Memory Settings . 92
................................................
Keys .141
........................................
Built-In .195
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Label, Certif ication .576
...............
Lane Change, Signaling . 133
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts . 16,21
...............................
LATCH System .47
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Lights Control Buttons . 211
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 576
Ignition ............................................
Keys .141
.........................................
Switch .145
............
Timing Control System . 588
......................
Immobilizer System .143
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
...............
Indicators/Messages . 64,88
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 66,482
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .65, 561
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Charging System . 65,559
.............................
Cruise Control .72
.............................
Door Open .12, 71
...................................
Fog Lights .71
...................................
High Beam .71
.................................
Hot Coolant .76
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 65
..............
Keyless Access System . 74
.....................................
Lights On .71
......................................
Low Fuel .73
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Low Oil Pressure . 64,559
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Low Tire Pressure/TPMS . 69
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 560.................................
Seat Belt .20, 64
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Side Airbag Of f .33, 67
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SRS .32, 67
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Starting System . 462,464
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Trunk Open .12, 71
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .70
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VSA Off .68
.................................
VSA System .68
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Individual Map Lights . 213
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 64
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Inf ant Restraint .42
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Inf ant Seats .42
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LATCH .47
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Tether Anchorage Points . 51
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 535
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Inside Mirror .161
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Inspection, Tire .537
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Installing a Child Seat .46
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Tether Anchorage Points . 51
.............................
Using LATCH .47
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Instrument Panel .63
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 137
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Interior Lights .211
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Introduction .i
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Index
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INDEX
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Neutral Gear Position . 470
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New Vehicle Break-in . 444
.....................
Normal Shif t Speeds .466 ...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 576
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 444
.........................................
Odometer .81
Oil ........................
Change, How to .510
......................
Change, When to .497
......................
Checking Engine .448
..............
Pressure Indicator . 64,559
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .510
.........
ON (Ignition Key Position) . 145
.............
ON Mode (Power Mode) . 178
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .587
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Operating Range .168
............................
Outside Mirrors .162
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Outside Temperature .84
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Overheating, Engine .557
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 505
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels .445
..................................
Maintenance .495
Main Items and Sub ..............................
Items .502, 506
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Minder .498
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .505
..........................................
Saf ety .496
Malf unction Indicator ....................................
Lamp .64, 560
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Manual Transmission . 465
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 517
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Map Lights .213
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Memory, Driving Position . 164
.........................
Meters, Gauges .63, 75
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Mirrors, Adjusting .161
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 454
.......................................
Moonroof .202
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 77
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement .521
.......................................
Indicator .63
.......................................
Parking .133
..........................
Turn Signal .70, 133
....................................
Load Limits .456
....
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 145
LOCK VEHICLE OFF ...........................
(Power Mode) .178
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Lockout Prevention .147
Locks Anti-thef t Steering ...........................
Column .145, 183
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Childproof Door .147
............................
Fuel Fill Door .445
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Glove Box .208
...............................
Power Door .146
.........................................
Trunk .148
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Trunk Pass-through Cover . 160
........................
Low Coolant Level .449
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .73
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,559
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Lower Anchors .47
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 578
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 455
Index
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Paddle Shif ters .473
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Panel Brightness Control . 137
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Park Gear Position .469
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Parking .480
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Parking Brake .204
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 65,561
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Parking Lights .133
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 480
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 34
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PGM-FI System .588
...................................
Pollen Filter .532
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Power Mode .178
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ACCESSORY Mode . 179
...................................
ON Mode .179
............................
START Mode .181
..............
VEHICLE OFF Mode . 179
...............
Power Socket Locations . 205
............................
Power Windows .198
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18........................
Protecting Children .37
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General Guidelines .37
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Protecting Inf ants .42
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Protecting Larger Children . 53
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Protecting Small Children . 43
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .51
.............................
Using LATCH .47
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Protecting Your Discs . 364
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Radiator Overheating . 557
...
Radio/Disc Sound System . 226,273
.................
Radio Thef t Protection . 372
............................
Radio, XM
. 235, 287
...................
Readiness Codes . 560,590
..
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 528
........................
Rear Seat Armrest .160
...
Rearview Camera and Monitor . 441
...........................
Rearview Mirror .161
...............
Rear Window Def ogger . 139
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 155
.......
Recommended Shif t Speeds . 466
........................................
Ref ueling .445
.......................
Reminder Indicators .64 Remote, Keyless Access
................................
System .168, 173
................
Remote Audio Controls . 370
.....................
Remote Transmitter .151
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 532
................
Engine Oil and Filter . 510
..........................................
Fuses .563
................................
Light Bulbs .521
........................................
Minder .497
................................
Timing Belt .520
...........................................
Tires .539
.............................
Wiper Blades .532
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .23
..........
Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 596
...
Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 449
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Reverse Tilt Mirror .162
...............................
Restraint, Child .37
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Reverse Gear Position . 470
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Rotation, Tire .539
Index
INDEX
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Treadwear .581
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Trip Computer .82
.......................................
Trip Meter .81
..............................................
Trunk .148
..................
Emergency Opener . 150
...............................
Opening the .148
............................
Open Indicator .71
.............
Open Monitor Indicator . 12
..................................
Turn Signals .133
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .545
....
Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 581
........................
Unleaded Gasoline .444
USB Adapter ..................
Cable . 254,263,340,350
.......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 512
................................
Vanity Mirror .209
.................
Vehicle Capacity Load . 456
......................
Vehicle Dimensions .578 VEHICLE OFF Mode
...........................
(Power Mode) .178
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number . 576
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
),
aka Electronic Stability ....
Control (ESC), System . 484
...............
VSA Of f Indicator . 68,484
.........................
VSA Of f Switch .485
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VSA System Indicator . 68,484
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Vehicle Storage .544
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VIN .576
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Viscosity, Oil .510
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Voice Control System . 218,273
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WARNING, Explanation of . iii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 58
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Warranty Coverages .595
Washer, Windshield ................
Fluid Level Message . 514
...................................
Operation .131
............................
Reserve Tank .514
Wheels .............
Adjusting the Steering . 140
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Alignment and Balance . 538..........................
Compact Spare .546
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Wrench, Nut .548
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse .199
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Operating the Power . 198
.........................
Rear, Def ogger .139
Windshield .....................................
Cleaning .131
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Def roster .221
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Washers .131
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .532
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Operation .131
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Worn Tires .537
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 570
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XM
Radio .235, 287
:U.S.
Index
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