check engine HONDA CR-V 2011 RD1-RD5, RE7 / 3.G Owner's Guide

µIf the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
Start your vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable f rom
your vehicle, then f rom the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable f rom your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the stud bolt on the
engine side as shown. Do not
connect this jumper cable to any
other part of the engine. 6. 7.
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Jump St art ing
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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 you don’t 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.
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 check
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
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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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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 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
).
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
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Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
394
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 vehicle stopped.
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If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage. If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn of f as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
The malf unction indicator lamp may
also come on with the ‘‘D’’ indicator. If the battery in your vehicle has
been disconnected or gone dead,
thesecodesmaybeerased.Itcan
take several days of driving under
various conditions to set the codes
again.
If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
f uel f ill cap. Tighten the cap until it
clicks at least once. Tightening the
cap will not turn the indicator of f
immediately; it can take several days
of normal driving. To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, without starting the engine.
The malf unction indicator lamp will
come on f or 20 seconds. If it then
goes of f , the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks f ive times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle f or an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to for
more inf ormation (see page ).
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Readiness Codes Emissions T esting
Malf unct ion Indicat or L amp
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If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
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Accessories . 302
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 84
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Accessory Power Sockets . 123
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Active Head Restraint . 103
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Additives, Engine Oil . 350
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Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 81
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Advanced Airbags . 27
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Airbag (SRS) . 10, 23
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Air Conditioning System . 130, 135
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Usage . 133, 136
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Air Pressure, Tires . 371
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Alcohol in Gasoline . 294
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Antif reeze . 352
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 63, 322
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Operation . 322
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 258
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 84
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Audio System . 143
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 86
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Automatic Climate Control . 135
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21
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Automatic Speed Control . 266 ..............
Automatic Transmission . 315
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Capacity, Fluid . 408
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Checking Fluid Level . 355
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D3 Mode . 317
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Shif ting . 315
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 315
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Shif t Lever Positions . 316
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Shif t Lock Release . 319
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 257
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 394
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Jump Starting . 390
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Maintenance . 376
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Specif ications . 409
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Bef ore Driving . 293
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Belts,Seat .9,19
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Beverage Holders . 119
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Hands Free Link. 269
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Booster Seats . 52
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 322 .............
Break-in, New Linings . 294
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Bulb Replacement . 362
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Fluid . 357
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Parking . 81
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System Indicator . 62, 396
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System Design . 321
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Wear Indicators . 321
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Braking System . 321
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 294
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 79
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 362
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Brake Lights . 362
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Front Parking Lights . 361
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Front Side Marker Lights . 361
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Headlights . 359
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High-mount Brake Light . 364
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 362
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Specif ications . 409
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Turn Signal Lights . 361, 362
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Bulbs, Halogen . 359Bluetooth
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Dipstick..........
Automatic Transmission . 355
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Engine Oil . 298
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Directional Signals . 76
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 321
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Disposal of Used Oil . 351
Doors
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Auto Door Lock . 86
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Auto Door Unlock . 89
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Childproof Door Locks . 91
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Locking and Unlocking . 85
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Power Door Locks . 85
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 410
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 311
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Economy . 299
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Driving Guidelines . 312
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D3 Mode . 317
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Dual Button . 137
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Dual Deck Cargo Shelf . 117
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Dual Temperature Control . 140
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 366
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Economy, Fuel . 299 ..................................
Emergencies . 381
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Battery, Jump Starting . 390
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Brake System Indicator . 396
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Changing a Flat Tire . 383
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Charging System Indicator . 394
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Checking the Fuses . 397
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 79
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Jump Starting . 390
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 394
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 395
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Overheated Engine . 392
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Towing . 403
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Emergency Brake . 81
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Emergency Flashers . 79
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Emergency Towing . 403
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Emissions Controls . 416
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Emissions Testing . 419Engine
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Adding Engine Coolant . 352
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 71
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If It Won’t Start . 388
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 62, 395
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 394
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 349
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Overheating . 392 ............................
Specif ications . 408
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Speed Limiter . 318
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Starting . 314
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 294
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 416
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Exhaust Fumes . 55
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 17
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Fan, Interior . 131, 137
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Features . 129
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 295
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 366
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Oil . 350
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 79
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 383
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Floor Mats . 366
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Fluids..........
Automatic Transmission . 355
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Brake . 357
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Power Steering . 358
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Windshield Washer . 354
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Folding Rear Seat . 105, 107
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Four-way Flashers . 79
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Front Airbags . 10, 25
Front Seat
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Adjusting . 97, 98
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Heaters . 111
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Airbags . 10, 25
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Fuel . 294
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 296
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Fill Door and Cap . 295
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Low Fuel Indicator . 65
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Gauge . 71
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Octane Requirement . 294
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Oxygenated . 294
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Tank, Ref ueling . 295
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Fuel Economy . 299
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Fuses, Checking the . 397
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 299 .........................................
Gasoline . 294
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Low Fuel Indicator . 65
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Gauge . 71
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Octane Requirement . 294
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Tank, Ref ueling . 295
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Gas Station Procedures . 295
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 71
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Fuel . 71
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 315
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Glove Box . 120, 121
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
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(GVWR) . 306, 330
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 359
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HandsFreeLink
. 269
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 79
Headlights
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Aiming . 359
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Daytime Running Lights . 78
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High Beam Indicator . 65
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Reminder Chime . 77
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 359 ...................................
Turning on . 76
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Head Restraints . 101
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Heated Mirrors . 115
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Heater, Seat . 111
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Heating and Cooling . 130
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High Beam Lever . 76
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Hood, Opening the . 297
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Horn .4,74
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 406
Ignition
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Keys . 82
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Switch . 84
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Timing Control System . 417
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Immobilizer System . 83
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Interior Care . 379
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 408
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 304
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Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 309
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Neutral Gear Position . 317
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New Vehicle Break-in . 294
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i ...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 406
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 294
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Odometer . 71
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Of f -Highway Driving . 336
Oil
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Change, How to . 350
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Change, When to . 341
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Checking Engine . 298
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Pressure Indicator . 62, 394
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart . 349
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 84
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 416
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Outside Mirrors . 115
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 71
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Overheating, Engine . 392
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 346
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Oxygenated Fuels . 294
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Panel Brightness Control . 79 ........................
Park Gear Position . 316
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Parking . 320
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Parking Brake . 81
Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator . 62, 396
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Parking Lights . 76
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 320
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 33
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PC card . 222
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PC card Error Messages . 234
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PGM-FI System . 417
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Pollen Filter . 366
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Power Door Locks . 85
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Power Seats . 97
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Power Socket Locations . 123
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Power Steering Fluid . 358
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Power Windows . 112
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
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Preparing to Drive . 313
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
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Maintenance . 339
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Minder . 341-347
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Main Items and Sub Items . 347
Owner’s Maintenance
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Checks . 346
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Minder Indicator . 67
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Saf ety . 340
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 62, 395
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Meters, Gauges . 61, 68
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Methanol in Gasoline . 294
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 114
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 303
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Moonroof . 113
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MP3 . 150, 167, 207
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