belt HONDA S2000 2003 1.G Service Manual

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Maint enance155
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners A, B, C, D, E
A
B
C
D
E
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in
as required for each distance/time.
3,750 mi/6,000 km
7,500 mi/12,000 km
11,250 mi/18,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr
18,750 mi/30,000 km
22,500 mi/36,000 km
26,250 mi/42,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
33,750 mi/54,000 km
37,500 mi/60,000 km
41,250 mi/66,000 km
3yrs
45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs
48,750 mi/78,000 km
52,500 mi/84,000 km
56,250 mi/90,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
63,750 mi/102,000 km
67,500 mi/108,000 km
71,250 mi/114,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs
78,750 mi/126,000 km Replace engine oil and filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check tire inflation and condition.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Replace air cleaner element.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches with
multipurpose grease.
Replace rear differential fluid.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Inspect drive belt.
Replace dust and pollen filter .
Replace transmission fluid.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
1
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page . See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving
conditions.
Note: 1:
: 187
151
154
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

You should check the condition of
the drive belt every 2 years. Examine
the edges of belt f or cracks or
f raying.An auto-tensioner adjusts the tension
of the drive belt. The pointer on the
auto-tensioner should be within the
recessed area of the indicator. If the
pointer is not within the recessed
area, contact your Honda dealer.
Maint enance
Drive Belt
A uto-tensioner
188
INDICATOR
AUTO-TENSIONER
POINTER

Regular cleaning and polishing of
your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’
looking. This section gives you hints
on how to clean your car and
preserve its appearance: the paint,
brightwork, wheels and interior. Also
included are several things you can
do to help prevent corrosion..................................
Exterior Care .208
.....................................
Washing .208
.......................................
Waxing .209
....................
Aluminum Wheels .210
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Paint Touch-up .210
..................................
Interior Care .211
...................................
Carpeting .211
.................................
Floor Mats .211
.........................................
Fabric .212
...........................................
Vinyl .212
.......................................
Leather .212
...................................
Seat Belts .212
....................................
Windows .213
..........................
Air Fresheners .213
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Corrosion Protection .213
.................................
Body Repairs .215
Appearance Care
Appearance Care
207

Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum
cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a sof t
cloth dampened in a solution of mild
soap and water. Use the same
solution with a soft-bristle brush on
more dif f icult spots. You can also use
commercially-available spray or
f oam-type vinyl cleaners.
Vacuum dirt and dust f rom the
leather f requently. Pay particular
attention to the pleats and seams.
Clean the leather with a sof t cloth
dampened with clear water, then
buf f it with a clean, dry cloth. If
f urther cleaning is needed, use a
soap specif ically f or leather, such as
saddle soap. Apply this soap with a
damp,softcloth.Wipedownand
buf f as described above.
Vacuum dirt and dust out of the
material f requently. For general
cleaning, use a solution of mild soap
and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
To clean of f stubborn spots, use a
commercially-available f abric cleaner.
Test it on a hidden area of the f abric
first, to make sure it does not bleach
or stain the f abric. Follow the
instructions that come with the
cleaner.
If your seat belts get dirty, you can
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. They can weaken
the belt material. Let the belts air-
drybeforeyouusethecar.
Vinyl
Leather
Fabric
Seat Belts
Interior Care
Appearance Care212

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a seat
belt that f ails to f unction properly is
coveredfortheusefullifeof the
vehicle.
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muf f ler owns the car.
all exterior body panels are
covered f or rust-through f rom the
inside f or the specif ied time period
with no mileage limit.
covers
your new vehicle, except f or the
battery, emissions control systems,
and accessories, against def ects in
materials and workmanship.
these two
warranties cover your car’s emis-
sions control systems. Time, mileage,
and coverage are conditional. Please
read the warranty manual for exact
inf ormation.
this warranty gives up
to 100 percent credit toward a
replacement battery. Your new Honda is covered by these
warranties:
genuine Honda Accessories are
covered under this warranty. Time
and mileage limits depend on the
type of accessory and other f actors.
Please read your warranty manual
f or details.covers all genuine
Honda replacement parts against
defects in materials and workman-
ship. provides prorated
coverage f or a replacement battery
purchased f rom a Honda dealer.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2003 Honda Warranty Inf ormation
booklet that came with your car f or
precise inf ormation on warranty
coverages. Your Honda’s original
tires are covered by their
manuf acturer. Tire warranty inf or-
mation is in a separate booklet.
Please ref er to the 2003 Warranty
Manual that came with your car.Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Replacement Muf f ler L if et imeLimited Warranty
Rust Perf orat ion L imit ed Warrant y
New Car Limited Warranty
Emissions Cont rol Syst ems Def ect sWarrant y and EmissionsPerf ormance Warranty
Original Equipment Bat t ery L imit edWarranty Accessory Limited Warranty
Replacement Part s L imit edWarranty Replacement Bat t ery L imit ed
WarrantyU.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Warranty Coverages
Warrant y and Cust omer Relat ions265

CONT INUED
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Capacities Chart .250
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 40
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Cargo, Carrying .128
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer .108
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CD Player .105
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Certif ication Label .248
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Chains .195
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Back-up Lamp Replacement . 202
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .46, 233
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Jump Starting .226
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Maintenance .181
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Specif ications .251
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Bef ore Driving .119
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Belts, Seat .8
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Beverage Holder .82
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Body Repair .215
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Brakes .140
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 141
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Break-in, New Linings . 120
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Bulb Replacement .202
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Fluid .174
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Parking .81
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System Indicator . 46,236
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Wear Indicators, Disc . 140
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Braking System .140
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Break-in, New Car .120 ..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 54
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Brights, Headlights .53
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Bulb Replacement .198
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Back-up Lights .202
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Brake Lights .202
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Headlights .198
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License Plate Lights . 204
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Side Marker Lights . 200
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Specif ications .251
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Turn Signal Lights . 200
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Bulbs, Halogen .198
Accessories
.................................
Installation .126
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Accessory Power Socket . 82
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .61
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Additives, Engine Oil . 162
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Airbag (SRS) .9
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Air Cleaner Element .176
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Air Conditioning .86
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Maintenance .186
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Usage .86
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Air Outlets (Vents) .88
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Air Pressure, Tires .189
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Alarm, Anti-theft .114
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Alcohol in Gasoline .255
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Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning . 210
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Antif reeze .165
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....................
Indicator Light .47, 143
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Operation .141
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 60
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Anti-thef t System .114
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Appearance Care .207
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Audio Panel .82 ..................................
Audio System .94
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Automatic Speed Control . 115
Index
B
A
C
I

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Economy, Fuel .125
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Emergencies on the Road . 217
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Battery, Jump Starting . 226
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Changing a Flat Tire . 219
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Charging System Indicator . 233
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Checking the Fuses . 239
Changing Oil
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How to .163
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When to .150
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Changing a Flat Tire .219
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Changing Engine Coolant . 167
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Charging System Indicator . 46,233
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Check Engine Light . 47,234
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 134
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Child Saf ety .18
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Child Seats .22
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Cleaner, Air .176
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Cleaning .207
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Aluminum Wheels .210
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Carpeting .211
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Exterior .208
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Floor Mats .211
.......................................
Interior .211
.......................................
Leather .212
...................................
Seat Belts .212
...........................................
Vinyl .212
....................................
Windows .213
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Clutch Fluid .175
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CO in the Exhaust .257
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 136
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Compact Spare Tire .218
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Controls, Instruments and . 43..............................
Convertible Top .72
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Convertible Top Cover . 77
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Lowering the Convertible Top . 72
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Maintenance .78
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Raising the Convertible Top . 75
Coolant ........................................
Adding .165
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Checking .124
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Proper Solution .165
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Temperature Gauge . 49
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Corrosion Protection .213
Crankcase Emission Control ........................................
System .257
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Cruise Control Operation . 115
Customer Relations ................................
Inf ormation .264
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .44
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Daytime Running Lights . 54
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 266
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Def rosting the Windows . 91
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Dimensions .250
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Dimming the Headlights . 53Dipstick
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Engine Oil .123
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Directional Signals .55
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 140
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Disposal of Used Oil .164
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Do Not Tow a Trailer . 145
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 62
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Monitor Light .47
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Power Door Locks .62
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 252
Downshif ting, 6-speed Manual .............................
Transmission .138
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Driving .133
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Economy .125
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In Bad Weather .144
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In Foreign Countries . 256
Index
D
E
II

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Closing the Convertible Top . 237
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 232
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 234
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Overheated Engine . 229
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Emergency Brake .81
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Emergency Flashers .80
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 67
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Emissions Controls .257
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Emissions Testing, State . 260
Engine ...........
Check Engine Light . 47,234
Compartment, Checking ......................................
in the .122
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Coolant .124
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 49
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Drive Belt .188
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .47, 234
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 46,232
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 161
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Overheating .229
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Specif ications .250
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Speed Limiter .138
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Starting .135
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Engine Cover, Opening the . 122
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Ethanol in Gasoline .255 ...
Evaporative Emission Controls . 257
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Exhaust Fumes .40
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .17
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Exterior, Cleaning the . 208
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Fabric, Cleaning .212
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Fan, Interior .86
Features, Comfort and ................................
Convenience .85
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 121
Filters ...............................................
Oil .163
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 80
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 219
Fluids ..........................................
Brake .174
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Clutch .175
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Manual Transmission . 172
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Windshield Washer . 171
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FM Stereo Radio Reception . 103
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 256
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Four-way Flashers .80 .................................................
Fuel .120
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Fill Door and Cap .121
...........................................
Gauge .50
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Octane Requirement . 120
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Oxygenated .255
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Reserve Indicator .48
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Tank, Filling the .121
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Fuel Mileage, Improving . 125
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Fuel Station Procedures . 121
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Fuses, Checking the .239
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Gasohol .255
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Gasoline .120
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 48
...........................................
Gauge .50
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Octane Requirement . 120
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Oxygenated Fuels .255
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Tank, Filling the .121
Index
F
G
III

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Keys .58
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Gauges .49
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 49
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Fuel .50
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Speedometer .49
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Tachometer .49
Gearshif t Lever Positions 6-speed Manual .........................
Transmission .137
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Glass Cleaning .213
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 198
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 80
Headlights ............
Daytime Running Lights . 54
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High Beam Indicator . 48
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Reminder Tone .53
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 198
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Turning on .53
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Heating and Cooling System . 86
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High Altitude, Starting at . 136
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High-Low Beam Switch . 53
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High Speed, Shif ting at . 138
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Hood Latch .178
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Hood, Opening the .122 ...........................
Hydraulic Clutch .175
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Hydroplaning .145
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Jacking Up the Car .220
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Jack, Tire .219 ................................
Jump Starting .226
Identif ication Number, .......................................
Vehicle .248
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .58
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Switch .60
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Timing Control System . 258
Indicator Lights, Instrument .............................................
Panel .45
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 189
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Inside Mirror .80
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Inspection, Tire .191
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Instrument Panel .44
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 54
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Interior Cleaning .211
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Interior Lights .83
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Introduction .i .......................
Label, Certif ication .248
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Lane Change, Signaling . 55
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .33
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Leather, Cleaning .212
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .198
.......................................
Indicator .45
..................................
Turn Signal .55
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Load Limit .129
...............................
Loading Cargo .128
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 60
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 60
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Fuel Fill Door .121
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Power Door .62
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Trunk .66
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Low Coolant Level .124
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 138
Index
H I
JK
L
IV

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Low Fuel Indicator .48
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 46,232
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 250
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Luggage .128
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New Vehicle Break-in . 120
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Normal Shif t Speeds .138
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NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
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Numbers, Identif ication . 248
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Maintenance .147
...
Owner Maintenance Checks . 159
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Record .157
....................................
Schedule .150
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Maintenance Required Indicator . 51
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 47,234
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Manual Transmission . 137
........
Manual Transmission Fluid . 172
...............................
Meters, Gauges .49
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Methanol in Gasoline . 255
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Mirrors, Adjusting .80 ...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 120
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Odometer .50
...............................
Odometer, Trip .51
Oil ........................
Change, How to .163
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Change, When to .150
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Checking Engine .123
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Pressure Indicator . 46,232
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .162
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 61
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Opening the Trunk .66
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Operation in Foreign Countries . 256
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Outside Mirrors .80
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Overheating, Engine .229
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Oxygenated Fuels .255
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Paint Touch-up .210
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Panel Brightness Control . 54
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Parking Brake .81
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Parking Lights .53
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PGM-FI System .258 ..................
Polishing and Waxing . 209
Power ..................................
Door Locks .62
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Engine, Specif ications . 250
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Mirrors .80
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Windows .70
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
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Protecting Adults .12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
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Protecting Children .18
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Protecting Larger Children . 29
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Protecting Small Children . 26
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Radiator Overheating . 229
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Radio Sound System .94
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Readiness Codes . 235,260
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 202
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Rear View Mirror .80
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Reclining the Seat-backs . 69
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 138
Index
M
N O
P
R
V