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Maint enance204
See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement. See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacement
information under special driving conditions.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
NOTE: 237
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2:
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95,000 mi/152,000 km
100,000 mi/160,000 km
5yrs
105,000 mi/168,000 km/5½ yrs
Every 110,000 mil/176,000 km,
otherwise adjust only if noisy
110,000 mi/176,000 km
115,000 mi/184,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/6 yrs
At 120,000 mi/192,000 km
or 120 months,
thereafter every 60,000 mil/
96,000 km or 60 months Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,D.
Replace transmission fluid (AT).
DoitemsinA,B,D,E.
DoitemsinA,C,F. Inspect valve clearance.
Replace spark plugs.Replace timing belt , inspect water pump.
Inspect idle speed.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Replace transmission fluid (MT, AT).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E,F. Replace engine coolant.
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page . Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page.
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . 166
167
219
220 223 238
245
Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance207

To add oil, unscrew and remove the
engine oil f ill cap on top of the valve
cover. Pour in the oil, and install the
engine oil f ill cap. Tighten it securely.
Wait a f ew minutes and recheck the
oil level. Do not f ill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
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.
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Recommended Oil
A dding Oil
Engine Oil
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Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator light should go out within
f ive seconds. If it does not, turn of f
the engine and reinspect your
work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes and check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level. If necessary, add oil to bring
the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick.
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
(U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX)
(U.S.: EX)
(U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX)
(U.S.: EX, HX)
Engine Oil
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33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
3.4 US qt (3.2
, 2.8 Imp qt)
3.7 US qt (3.5
, 3.1 Imp qt) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an API service SG, SH or SJ
grade motor oil with a viscosity of
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a
temporary replacement. An SG
grade is pref erred, but an SH or SJ
grade may be used if SG is not
available. However, motor oil does
not contain the proper additives and
continued use can cause stif f er
shif ting. Replace as soon as it is
convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.Check the f luid level in the reser-
voirs monthly. There are up to two
reservoirs, depending on the model.
They are:
The brake f luid should be replaced
accordingtothetimeanddistance
recommendations in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Brake f luid reservoir (all models)
Clutch f luid reservoir
(manual transmission only)
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the car sitting on
level ground. Remove the
transmission f iller bolt and caref ully
f eel inside the bolt hole with your
f inger. The f luid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual Transmis-
sion Fluid (MTF) until it starts to
run out of the hole. Reinstall the
f iller bolt and tighten it securely. 5-speed Manual Transmission
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance222
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Periodically check the engine’s
radiator and air conditioning
condenser f or leaves, insects, and
dirt stuck to the f ront surf ace. These
block the air f low and reduce cooling
ef f iciency. Use a light spray f rom a
hose or a sof t brush to remove them.If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Ref rigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a). (See Specif ications on page
.)
Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it f or at least ten
minutes while you are driving at a
steady speed with the engine at
normal operating temperature. This
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the ref rigerant.
Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualif ied mechanic. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works ef f iciently.
295On U.S. LX and EX, Canadian LX
models
A ir Condit ioning Syst em
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Whenever you have the air conditioning
system serviced, make sure the service
f acility uses a ref rigerant recycling
system. This system captures the
ref rigerant f or reuse. Releasing
ref rigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
The condenser and radiator f ins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or sof t-bristle brush to clean them.

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 car towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .264
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Changing a Flat Tire .265
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If Your Engine Won’t Start . 271
Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very .....................................
Slowly .271
The Starter Operates ................................
Normally .272
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Jump Starting .273
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If Your Engine Overheats . 275
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 278
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Charging System Indicator . 279
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 280
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Readiness Codes .281
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Brake System Indicator . 282
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Closing the Moonroof . 283
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Fuses .284
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Checking and Replacing . 285
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Emergency Towing .290
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed263

This indicator should light when the
ignition switch is ON (II), and go out
af ter the engine starts. It should
never come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing, it
indicates that the oil pressure
dropped very low f or a moment, then
recovered. If the indicator stays on
with the engine running, it shows
that the engine has lost oil pressure
and serious engine damage is
possible. In either case, you should
take immediate action.Saf ely pull of f the road and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ). Letthecarsitforaminute.Open
the hood and check the oil level
(see page ). Although oil level
and oil pressure are not directly
connected, an engine that is very
low on oil can lose pressure during
cornering and other driving
maneuvers.Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If the light
does not go out within ten seconds,
turn of f the engine. There is a
mechanical problem that needs to
be repaired bef ore you can
continue driving. (See
on page .)
1.
2.
3. 4.
166 209 289
Emergency
Towing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed278
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Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the car stopped.

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Accessories and Modifications . 169
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Accessories .169
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Additional Safety Precaution . 170
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Modif ications .170
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .82
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Accessory Power Socket . 103
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Additives, Engine Oil . 209
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Airbag (SRS) .10, 48
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Air Cleaner Element .225
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Air Conditioning System . 108
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Maintenance .234, 235
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Usage .108
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Air Outlets (Vents) .110
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Air Pressure, Tires .238
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Normal Driving .239
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Alcohol in Gasoline .298
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Antif reeze .213
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....................
Indicator Light .62, 192
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Operation .190
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .82
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Appearance Care .255 ................
Audio System . 116,128,140
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Automatic Speed Control . 76
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Automatic Transmission . 180
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Capacity,Fluid .294
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Checking Fluid Level . 220
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Shif ting .181
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 180
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Shif t Lever Positions . 181
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Shif t Lock Release . 184
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62, 278
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Jump Starting .273
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Maintenance .230
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Specif ications .294
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Bef ore Driving .161
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Belts,Seat .8,44
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Beverage Holder .102
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Body Repairs .262
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 190
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Break-in, New Linings . 162
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Bulb Replacement . 250,251 ...........................................
Fluid .223
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Parking .100
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System Indicator . 62,282
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Wear Indicators .189
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Braking System .189
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Break-in, New Car .162
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 71
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Brights, Headlights .70
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .251
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Brake Lights .250
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Ceiling Light .253
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Front Parking Lights . 248
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Front Side Marker Lights . 248
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Headlights .247
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High-mount Brake Light . 251
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License Plate Lights . 251
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 250
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Specif ications .294
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Spotlights .253
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Trunk Light .252
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Turn Signal Lights . 248
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Bulbs, Halogen .247
Index
A
B
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Capacities Chart .294
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54
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Cargo Hook .104
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Carrying Cargo .171
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .158
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Operation . 122,134,155
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer . 125,137,151
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CD Player .125, 137,149
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Ceiling Light .105
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Certif ication Label .292
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Chains .244
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Changing a Flat Tire .265
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Changing Engine Coolant . 215
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .211
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When to .198
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Charging System Indicator . 62,279
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 176
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Child Saf ety .21
Child Seats .......................
Lower Anchorage .42
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Tether Anchorage Points . 41....................
Cleaner Element, Air . 225
Cleaning ......................................
Exterior .256
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Interior .258
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Seat Belts .259
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Vinyl .259
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Windows .260
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Clock, Setting the . 121,133,143
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Clutch Fluid .223
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CO in the Exhaust .303
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Coat Hook .104
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 177
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Compact Spare .264
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Consumer Inf ormation . 306
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Controls, Instruments and . 57
Coolant ........................................
Adding .213
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Checking .167
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Proper Solution .213
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Replacing .215
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Temperature Gauge . 68
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Corrosion Protection .261
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .300
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Cruise Control Operation . 76
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 306................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .2, 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 71
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 310
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Def og and Def rost .113
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 74
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Def rosting the Windows . 113
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Dimensions .294
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Dimming the Headlights . 71
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 220
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Engine Oil .166
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Directional Signals .72
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 189
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Disposal of Used Oil .212
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 83
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Power Door Locks .84
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 296
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual .............................
Transmission .178
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Drive Belts .237
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
Index
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