check engine light HONDA ACCORD 2005 CL7 / 7.G Owners Manual

This shows how much f uel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
of f the ignition.
This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise
from the bottom white mark to about
the middle of the gauge. In severe
driving conditions, such as very hot
weather or a long period of uphill
driving, the pointer may rise into the
upper half of the gauge. If it reaches
the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the
side of the road. See page f or
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system. Turn the engine of f and conf irm the
f uel f ill cap is installed. If it is, loosen
the cap, then retighten it at least 3
clicks. When you restart the engine,
the message appears again. To clear,
press and hold the Select/Reset
knob until the message is replaced
by the odometer/outside
temperature display.
If the system still detects a loose or
missing f uel f ill cap, the malf unction
indicator lamp (MIL) comes on.
Turn the engine of f and check or
retighten the f uel f ill cap at least 3
clicks. The MIL goes out af ter 3 days
of normal driving once the cap is
tightened or replaced. If it does not
go out, have your dealer inspect the
vehicle. For more inf ormation, see
page .
If your f uel f ill cap is loose or
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
messageappearsastextinthe
odometer/outside temperature
display af ter you start the engine.
The message appears f rom CHECK
to FUEL, then to CAP repeatedly.
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Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge
Check Fuel Cap Indicator
Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood is f ully closed. 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 and the
trunk 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 (see page ).
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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Your vehicle is equipped with f ront
disc brakes. The brakes on the rear
wheels may be disc or drum,
depending on the model. A power
assist helps reduce the ef f ort needed
on the brake pedal. The ABS helps
you retain steering control when
braking very hard.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their ef f ective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your f oot of f the
accelerator and downshif ting to a
lower gear.Check the brakes after driving
through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they f eel
normal. If not, apply them gently and
f requently until they do. Be extra
cautious in your driving.
Resting your f oot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, increases wear, and reduces
their ef f ectiveness. It also keeps
your brake lights on all the time,
conf using drivers behind you. The f ront and rear disc brakes on all
models have audible brake wear
indicators. All models except f or the
4-cylinder LX have rear disc brakes
as standard equipment.
If the brake pads need replacing, you
will hear a distinctive, metallic
screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. If you do not have
the brake pads replaced, they will
screech all the time. It is normal f or
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the lef t-f ront brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
etc.). If one circuit should develop a
problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.
Braking System
Braking System Design Brake Wear Indicators
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We recommend the use of Honda
parts and f luids whenever you have
maintenance done. According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed at the recommended time
or mileage period to ensure long-
term reliability.Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page
.
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
U.S. Vehicles:
Your authorized dealer knows your
vehicle best and can provide
competent, ef f icient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
skilled person to keep your
warranties in ef f ect. Keep all the
receipts as proof of completion, and
have the person who does the work
f ill out the maintenance record.
Check your warranty booklet f or
more inf ormation. 164
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Maintenance Schedule
Servicing Your Vehicle
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance,
replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and
systems may be done by any
automotive repair establishment
or individual using parts that are
‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA standards.
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4-cylinder Models
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miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Every 3 years (independent of mileage) Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes first
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes firstEvery 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first
Replace at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years. 1016
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112 80
128 90
144 100160 110176120192130208 140224150240
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At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 241 )
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Inspect the following items:
Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect drive belt
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace manual transmission fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page .
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000 Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
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30484572 75
120 135216
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions) 105168
6096 90
144 120192
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first
See timing belt on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
Replace at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 2 years.
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions. Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years Every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or every 7 years, whichever comes first Every 165,000 miles (264,000 km)
Inspect every 105,000 miles (168,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy 150240
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes first
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 241 )
Check front and rear brakes
Inspect the following items:
Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect drive belt
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace manual transmission fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace timing belt , and inspect water pump
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page .
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions
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Store the jack in its holder. Turn
the jack’s end bracket to lock it in
place. Replace the cover. Store the
tools.
Store the wheel cover or center
cap in the trunk. Make sure it does
not get scratched or damaged.
Lower the trunk f loor, then close
the trunk lid.Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start f alls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
key to START (III):
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
f aster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
When you turn the ignition switch to
START (III), you do not hear the
normal noise of the engine trying to
start. You may hear a clicking sound
or series of clicks, or nothing at all.
Check these things: Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the f loor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or Neutral.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Turn on the headlights, and check
their brightness. If the headlights
areverydimordonotcomeonat
all, the battery is discharged. See
on page .
Turn the ignition switch to START
(III). If the headlights do not dim,
check the condition of the f uses. If
the f uses are OK, there is
probably something wrong with
the electrical circuit f or the
ignition switch or starter motor.
You will need a qualif ied
technician to determine the
problem (see
on page ).
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269
If the Engine Won’t Start
Nothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
Jump Starting
Emergency T owing
Changing a Flat T ire, If the Engine Won’t Start
254
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
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If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is
discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of the
battery and terminal connections
(see page ). You can then try
jump starting the vehicle from a
booster battery (see page ).If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See
on page .
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even f aster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er to on page .
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If theEngineWon’tStart
Emergency
Towing
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 56, 260
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Jump Starting . 256
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Maintenance . 244
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Specif ications . 275, 277
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Bef ore Driving . 159
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Belts,Seat .8,17
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Beverage Holders . 96 ..................................
Booster Seats . 46
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 185
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Break-in, New Linings . 160
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Bulb Replacement . 232
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Fluid . 225
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Parking . 94
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System Design . 184
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System Indicator . 57, 262
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Wear Indicators . 184
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Braking System . 184
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 160
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 70
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Brights, Headlights . 68
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 232
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Brake Lights . 232
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Front Parking Lights . 231
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Headlights . 228
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High-mount Brake Light . 233
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Specif ications . 275, 277
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Turn Signal Lights . 231
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Bulbs, Halogen . 228
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Accessories . 167
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 75
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Accessory Power Sockets . 99
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Adding Engine Coolant . 217
Additional Inf ormation About Your
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Airbags . 20
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Additives, Engine Oil . 214
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Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 72
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Advanced Airbags . 24
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 15
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 20
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Air Conditioning System . 104
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Usage . 109, 111
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Air Pressure, Tires . 238, 239
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Alcohol in Gasoline . 160
All Children Should Sit in a
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Back Seat . 32
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Antif reeze . 217
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 58, 185
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Operation . 185
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 149
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 75 ............................................
Armrest . 84
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Audio System . 116
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 69
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 18
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Automatic Climate Control . 111
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Automatic Speed Control . 152
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Automatic Transmission . 179
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Capacity, Fluid . 274, 276
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Checking Fluid Level . 221, 222
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Shif ting . 179
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 179
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Shif t Lever Positions . 180
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Shif t Lock Release . 182
Index
A
B
INDEX
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Economy, Fuel . 166
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Emergencies . 247
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Battery, Jump Starting . 256
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Brake System Indicator . 262
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Changing a Flat Tire . 249 .....
Charging System Indicator . 260
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Checking the Fuses . 264
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 70
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Jump Starting . 256
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 260
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 261
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Manually Closing Moonroof . 263
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Overheated Engine . 258
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Towing . 269
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Emergency Brake . 94
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Emergency Flashers . 70
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Emergency Towing . 269
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 80
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Emissions Controls . 281
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Emissions Testing, State . 284 Engine
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Adding Engine Coolant . 217
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Additives . 214
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 214
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 65
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If It Won’t Start . 254
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 261
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 260
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Oil, Synthetic . 214
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 213 ...............................
Overheating . 258
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Specif ications . 275, 277
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Speed Limiter . 178, 181
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Starting . 175
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Engine Speed Limiter . 178, 181
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 160
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 281
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Exhaust Fumes . 49
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 15
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Dimming the Headlights . 68, 69
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 221, 222
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Engine Oil . 164
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Directional Signals . 68
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 184
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Disposal of Used Oil . 216
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking . 76
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Power Door Locks . 76
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 278
Downshif ting, Manual
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Transmission . 176
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 173
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Economy . 166
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Dual Temperature Control . 113
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 235 ....................................
Fan Control . 106
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Features . 103
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 161
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 235
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Oil . 214
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 70
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 249
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 221, 222
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Brake . 225
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Clutch . 226
Index
E F
INDEX
III
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