engine overheat Acura TSX 2006 Owner's Manual

Come to a full stop before you shift
into reverse. You can damage the
transmission by trying to shift into
reverse with the vehicle moving.
Push down the clutch pedal, and
pause f or a f ew seconds bef ore
shif ting into reverse, or shif t into one
of the f orward gears f or a moment.
This stops the gears so they won’t
‘‘grind.’’
The manual transmission is syn-
chronizedinallforwardgearsfor
smooth operation. When shif ting up
or down, make sure you push the
clutch pedal down all the way, shif t
to the next gear, and let the pedal up
gradually. When you are not shif ting,
do not rest your f oot on the clutch
pedal. This can cause your clutch to
wear out faster. When slowing down, you can get
extra braking f rom the engine by
shifting to a lower gear. This extra
braking can help you maintain a safe
speed and prevent your brakes f rom
overheating while going down a
steep hill. Bef ore downshif ting,
make sure the engine speed will not
go into the tachometer’s red zone in
the lower gear. Downshif t one gear
at a time.
Drive in the highest gear that lets
the engine run and accelerate
smoothly. This will give you good
f uel economy and ef f ective emis-
sions control. The f ollowing shif t
points are recommended:
Shif t up
1st to 2nd
2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th4th to 5th
5th to 6th Normal acceleration
12 mph (19 km/h)
23 mph (37 km/h)
34 mph (54 km/h)
45 mph (72 km/h)
56 mph (90 km/h)
Manual T ransmission
Recommended Shif t Points
242
Rapid slowing or speeding-up
can cause loss of control on
slippery surfaces. If you crash,
you can be injured.
Use extra care when driving on
slippery surfaces.
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The added weight, length, and
height of a trailer will af f ect your
vehicle’s handling and perf ormance,
so driving with a trailer requires
some special driving skills and
techniques.Maketurnsmoreslowlyandwider
than normal. The trailer tracks a
smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
canhitorrunoversomethingthe
vehicle misses. Allow more time and
distance f or braking. Do not brake or
turn suddenly as this could cause the
trailer to jackknif e or turn over.
When climbing hills, closely watch
your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (Hot) mark, turn the air
conditioning of f , reduce speed and, if
necessary, pull to the side of the
road to let the engine cool.
If the automatic transmission shifts
f requently while going up a hill, shif t
to D .If you must stop when f acing uphill,
use the f oot brake or parking brake.
Do not try to hold the vehicle in
place by pressing on the accelerator,
as this can cause the automatic
transmission to overheat.
When driving down hills, reduce
your speed, and shif t down to second
gear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and
remember, it will take longer to slow
downandstopwhentowingatrailer.
Drive slower than normal in all
driving situations, and obey posted
speed limits f or vehicles with trailers.
If you have an automatic
transmission, use D position when
towing a trailer on level roads. D is
the proper shif t lever position to use
when towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
(See ‘‘ ’’ in the next
column f or additional gear
inf ormation.) Foryoursafetyandthesafetyof
others,taketimetopracticedriving
maneuvers bef ore heading f or the
open road, and f ollow the guidelines
below.
3
3
Driving Saf ely With a T railerMaking T urns and Braking
Driving on Hills
Driving on Hills
T owing Speeds and Gears
Towing a Trailer
262
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .312
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Changing a Flat Tire .313
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If Your Engine Won’t Start .317
Nothing Happens or theStarter Motor Operates ............................
Very Slowly .317
The Starter Operates ................................
Normally .318
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Jump Starting .319
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If Your Engine Overheats .321
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .323
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Charging System Indicator .324
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .324
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Readiness Codes .325
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Brake System Indicator .326
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Closing the Moonroof .327
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Emergency Towing .328
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Fuses .330
Checking and Replacing ......................................
Fuses .330
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
311
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If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
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 ).
If your vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indicationmaybethetemperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood. The reading of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the
parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning indicators.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 reading 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.
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2. 3.
4.
5.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
321
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
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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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.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
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.
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.
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.
7. 6.
8.
9.10.
11.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
322
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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DANGER, Explanation of .ii
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Dashboard .4,60
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Daytime Running Lights .121
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Def ault All .89
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .352
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Def ogger, Rear Window .123
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Dimensions .338
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Dimming the Headlights .120
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .285
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Engine Oil .232
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Directional Signals .120
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .252
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Disposal of Used Oil .281
Doors ............
Locking and Unlocking .128
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Lockout Prevention .129
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And Trunk Open .13,78
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Power Door Lock .128
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Door Lock Mode .110
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .341
Downshif ting,6-speed Manual
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Transmission .242
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Driver and Passenger Safety .7 ..........................................
Driver ID .85
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Driving .239
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Economy .233
Driving Position ........................
Memory System .142
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Dual Temperature Control .167
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Dust and Pollen Filter .300
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Economy, Fuel .233
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Elap. Time Reset Condition .99
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Emergencies on the Road .311
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Battery, Jump Starting .319
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Brake System Indicator .326
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Changing a Flat Tire .313
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Charging System Indicator .324
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Checking the Fuses .330
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Hazard Warning Flashers .123
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .323
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .324
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Manually Closing Moonroof .326
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Overheated Engine .321
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Towing .328
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Emergency Brake .151
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Emergency Flashers .123......................
Emergency Towing .328
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Emergency Trank Opener .136
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Emissions Controls .344
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Emissions Testing, State .347
Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .68
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If It Won’t Start .317
Malf unction Indicator ......................................
Lamp .324
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Oil Lif e Display .266
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Oil Pressure Indicator .323
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Oil, What Kind to Use .278
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Overheating .321
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Specif ications .339
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Speed Limiter .243,249
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Starting .241
Engine Speed Limiter .............................................
A/T .243
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M/T .249
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Ethanol in Gasoline .228
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Evaporative Emissions Controls .344
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Exhaust Fumes .56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .19
Index
INDEX
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .127
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column .127
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Childproof Door .129
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Fuel Fill Door .229
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Glove Box .158
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Lockout Prevention .129
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Power Door .128
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Trunk .135
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Low Coolant Level .232
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Low Fuel Indicator .66
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a .242
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .62
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart .338
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Luggage, Storing .236
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Maintenance .263
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Owner Maintenance Checks .273
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Main Items .274
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Minder .266
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Record .275
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Saf ety .264
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .62,324
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Manual Transmission .342 ........
Manual Transmission Fluid .287
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Memory, Driving Position .142
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Memory Position Link .103
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Messages, System .76
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Meters, Gauges .68
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Mirrors, Adjusting .146
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Modif ications .235
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Moonroof .150
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Closing Manually .327
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Operation .150
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 69
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Neutral Gear Position . 245
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New Vehicle Break-in . 228
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Normal Shif t Speeds .243
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 336............
Panel Brightness Control . 122
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Park Gear Position .245
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Parking Brake .151
Parking Brake and Brake System ...................................
Indicator .63
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Message .83
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Parking Lights .120
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 346
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Parking Tips .251
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 228
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Odometer .68
Oil ........................
Change, How to .280 ......................
Change, When to .266
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Checking Engine .232
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Pressure Indicator . 62,323
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Pressure Message .81
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .279
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 127
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .344
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Outside Mirrors .146
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Outside Temperature .73
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Overheating, Engine .321
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 273
Index
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator .35
Passenger Side Airbag Of f
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Indicator .64
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Message .81
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PGM-FI System .345
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Pollen Filter .300
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Power Door Lock .128
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Power Socket Locations .156
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Power Windows .147
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .19
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Primary Disp Selection .101
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Protecting Adults and Teens .13
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Additional Safety Precautions .20
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .19
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Protecting Children .37
Protecting Inf ants and Small .......................................
Children .42
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Protecting Larger Children .52
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Using Booster Seat .53
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Radiator Overheating .321
Radio/CD Sound
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System .170
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Readiness Codes .325,347 Rear Lights,
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Bulb Replacement .295,296
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Rear Seat, Folding .140
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Rear View Mirror .145
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Rear Window Def ogger .123
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Reclining the Seat Backs .138
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Recommended Shif t Speeds .242
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Release Parking Lever Message .78
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Reminder Indicators .62
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Remote Transmitter .130
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Remove Key Message .79
Replacement Inf ormation
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Engine Oil and Filter .280
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Fuses .330
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Light Bulbs .291
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Minder .266
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Tires .306
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Wiper Blades .301
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .24
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Reserve Tank, Coolant .283
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Restraint, Child .37
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Reverse Gear Position .245
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Reverse Lockout .243
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Rotation, Tire .306......................................
Saf ety Belts .10
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Safety Defects, Reporting .352
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Saf ety Features .9
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Airbags .11
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Seat Belts .10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of .57
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Saf ety Messages .ii
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Satellite Digital Radio .179
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Seat Belts .10
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Additional Information .21
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................
Tensioners .23
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Cleaning .299
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .22
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Maintenance .24
Reminder Indicator and ................................
Beeper .21,62
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System Components .21
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Use During Pregnancy .19
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .22
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Seat Heaters .137
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Seat Position Memory .142
Index
INDEX
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