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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.
Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
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 center and corner vents
on the dashboard. To close the vents,
rotate the wheel on the side of each
center and 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.
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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
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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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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
615
Engine (2WD)
Lights
Fuses Battery
Alignment Engine (SH-AWD)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
1.1 W 3.4 W
5W 16 W 55 W (H11)
21 W
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 211.7 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
11.2 : 1
ILZKR7B11
12 V 60 W (HB3)
12 V 24/2.2 CP
12 V 3 CP 12 V 35 W (D2S)
3CP
3CP
12 V 12 V Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
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
License plate light
Trunk light
Door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
See page603or the fuse box
cover.
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.
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 3.8°1°
0.5°
0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
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 pages604and605or the fuse
label attached to the inside of the
fuse box door on each side of the
dashboard. Front
Rear
Front
Rear
FrontDENSO:
(Amber)
NGK:
(Amber)
: NGK: DENSO:
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Jacking up the Vehicle .584
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Jack, Tire .583
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Jump Starting .591
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Halogen Fog Bulbs .556
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HandsFreeLink
(HFL) .392,420
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Hazard Warning Flashers .139
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Headlights .133
........................................
Aiming .556
Automatic Lighting Off ...................................
Feature .135
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Daytime Running Lights .136
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High Beam Indicator .71 .......................
Reminder Chime .133
.................................
Turning on .133
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Head Restraints .156
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High-Low Beam Switch .133
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver .389
.......................
Hood, Opening the .489
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Gasoline .486
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .73
...........................................
Gauge .75
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Octane Requirement .486
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Tank, Filling the .487
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Gas Station Procedures .487
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature .76
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Fuel .75
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Speedometer .75
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Tachometer .75
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .507
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Glove Box .205 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .612
Ignition
............................................
Keys .141
.........................................
Switch .145
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Timing Control System .624
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Immobilizer System .143
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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Indicators .64
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .66,521
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) .65,597
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Charging System .65,595
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Cruise Control .72
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Fog Light .71
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High Beam .71
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Key (Immobilizer System) .65 ......................................
Low Fuel .73
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Low Oil Pressure .64,595
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Side Airbag Of f .33,67
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SRS .26,67
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .70
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VSA Activation .68
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VSA System .68
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Inf ant Restraint .42
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Inf ant Seats .42
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .568
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Inside Mirror .161
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Inspection, Tire .571
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Instrument Panel .63
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Instrument Panel Indicators .64
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Instrument Panel Brightness .137
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Interior Lights .209
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Introduction .i
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Keys .141
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Built-In .142
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Keyless Access Remote .168,173
Keyless Access Remote System
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Entry Main Switch .187
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Keyless Access System .167
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Keyless Memory Setting .176 ..................................
Maintenance .533
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Minder .535
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Owner Maintenance Checks .543
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Saf ety .534
Malf unction Indicator ....................................
Lamp .64,596
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Memory, Driving Position .164
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Meters, Gauges .63,75
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Mirrors, Adjusting .161
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Modif ying Your Vehicle .496
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Moonroof .199
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .77
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Label, Certif ication .612
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Lane Change, Signaling .133
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .16,21
Lights
....................
Bulb Replacement .556
.......................................
Indicator .63
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Parking .133
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Turn Signal .70,133
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .145
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Lockout Prevention .147
Locks .....
Anti-thef t Steering Column .145
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Glove Box .205
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Power Door .146.........................................
Trunk .148
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Low Coolant Level .491
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .64,595
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart .614
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) .497
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Neutral Gear Position .509
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New Vehicle Break-in .486
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i ...............
Numbers, Identif ication .612
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline .486
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Odometer .81
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Odometer, Trip .81
Oil ........................
Change, How to .548
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Change, When to .544
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Checking Engine .490
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Pressure Indicator .64,595
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart .547
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .145
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ON Mode (Power Mode) .178
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery .623
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Operating Range .168
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Outside Mirrors .161
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Outside Temperature .84
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Overheating, Engine .593
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks .543
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Panel Brightness Control .137
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Park Gear Position .508
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Parking .519
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Parking Brake .201
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator .65,597
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Parking Lights .133
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Parking Over Things that Burn .519
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator .34
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PGM-FI System .624
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Power Mode .178
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ACCESSORY Mode .179
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ON Mode .179
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START Mode .180
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VEHICLE OFF Mode .179
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Power Socket Locations .202
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .18
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Protecting Adults and Teens .11
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Additional Safety Precautions .19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .18
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Protecting Children .37
Installing a Child Seat Using ........................................
Latch .47Installing a Child Seat with a
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .49
Installing a Child Seat with a ......................................
Tether .51
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Selecting a Child Seat .45
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Protecting Inf ants .42
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Protecting Larger Children .53
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Protecting Small Children .43
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Protecting Your Discs .251,313
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Radiator Overheating .593
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Radio/Disc Sound System .225,278
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Readiness Codes .596,626
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .563
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Rear Seat Armrest .160
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Rear View Camera and Monitor .483
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Rear View Mirror .161
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Rear Window Def ogger .139
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Reclining the Seat Backs .155
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Reminder Lights .64
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Remote Audio Controls .374
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Remote Transmitter .151
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter .548 ..........................................
Fuses .599
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Light Bulbs .556
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Tires .568
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Wiper Blades .566
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .23
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant .491
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Restraint, Child .37
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Reverse Gear Position .509
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Rotation, Tire .573
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Saf ety Belts .8,20
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Safety Defects, Reporting .632
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
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Door Locks .11
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Head Restraints .15
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Seat Belts .8
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Seats and Seat-Backs .13,14
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Saf ety Labels, Location of .59
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Satellite Radio .234,293
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