check engine HONDA CIVIC 2010 8.G Owners Manual

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Accessories and Modif ications . 247
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 80
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Accessory Power Socket . 108
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Active Head Restraints . 96
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Additives, Engine Oil . 291
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
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Airbags, Additional Information . 21
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Additional Safety Precautions . 32
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .26
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Airbag Service . 31
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works . 30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works . 30
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How Your Front Airbags
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Work . 24
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
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Work . 29
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SRS Components . 21
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Air Conditioning System . 110
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Air Pressure, Tires . 315 ......................................
Antif reeze . 294
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 60, 266
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Operation . 266
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 206
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock . 80
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Armrest . 97
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Audio System . 114
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 83
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Auto Door Locking . 83
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Auto Door Unlocking . 85
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 209
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Automatic Transmission . 260
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Capacity, Fluid . 355
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Checking Fluid Level . 298
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Shif ting . 260
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 260
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Shif t Lever Positions . 261
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Shif t Lock Release . 263
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 205 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 339
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Jump Starting . 334
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Maintenance . 322
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Specif ications . 356
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Bef ore Driving . 237
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders . 108
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HandsFreeLink. 212
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 266
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Break-in, New Linings . 238
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Bulb Replacement . 305
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Fluid . 300
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Pad Wear Indicators . 265
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Parking . 105
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System Indicator . 59, 341
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Braking System . 265
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 238
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 75Bluetooth
Index
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights . 305
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Brake Lights . 305
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Front Side Marker Lights . 304
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Front Turn Signal Lights . 304
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Headlights . 302, 303
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High-mount Brake Light . 307
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Parking Lights . 304
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 305
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Rear Turn Signal Lights . 305
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Specif ications . 355
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Bulbs, Halogen . 302
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Card, PC . 171
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Capacities Chart . 355
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 51
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Carrying Cargo . 249
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CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Player . 125, 162
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Ceiling Light . 105
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Certif ication Label . 352
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Chains . 321
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Changing a Flat Tire . 327 Changing Oil
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How to . 292
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When to . 281
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Charging System Indicator . 65, 339
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 69
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 255
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Child Saf ety . 33
Child Seats
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LATCH Anchor System . 42
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Lower Anchors . 42
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Tether Anchor Points . 45
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Childproof Door Locks . 82
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Clock, Setting the . 207
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Clutch Fluid . 301
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CO in the Exhaust . 363
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 256
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Compact Spare . 326
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Console Compartment . 108
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Consumer Inf ormation . 370
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Controls, Instruments and . 55
Coolant
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Adding . 294
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Checking . 243
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Proper Solution . 294
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Temperature Gauge . 70 Crankcase Emissions Control
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System . 363
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Cruise Control Operation . 209
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Customer Service Inf ormation . 370
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DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard . 3, 56
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Daytime Running Lights . 74
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 372
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Def og and Def rost . 113
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 76
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Def rosting the Windows . 113
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Dimensions . 354
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Dimming the Headlights . 73
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 298
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Engine Oil . 241
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Directional Signals . 73
Disc Brake Pad Wear
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Indicators . 265
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Disc Player . 125, 162
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Display Change Button . 66
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Disposal of Used Oil . 294
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Doors.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 83
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Auto Door Locking . 83
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Auto Door Unlocking . 85
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Locking and Unlocking . 81
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Power Door Locks . 82
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 357
Downshif ting, Manual
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Transmission . 257
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 253
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Economy . 244
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Guidelines . 254
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 310
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Economy, Fuel . 244
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Emergencies on the Road . 325
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Battery, Jump Starting . 334
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Brake System Indicator . 341
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Changing a Flat Tire . 327
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Charging System Indicator . 339
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Checking the Fuses . 342
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 339
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 340 ..................
Overheated Engine . 337
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Emergency Brake . 105
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Emergency Flashers . 76
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Emergency Towing . 348
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 89
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Emissions Controls . 363
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Emissions Testing . 366Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 70
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Engine Speed Limiter . 259, 262
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 340
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 339
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 290
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Overheating . 337
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Specif ications . 354
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Starting . 256
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 238
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 363
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Exhaust Fumes . 51
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 16
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Fan, Interior . 110 .........................................
Features . 109
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 239
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 310
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Oil . 292
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 299
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Shif ting the . 257
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 76
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 327
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 298
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Brake . 300
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Clutch . 301
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Locations . 288
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Manual Transmission . 299
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Power Steering . 301
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Windshield Washer . 297
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 199
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Fog Lights . 74
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Folding Rear Seat . 97
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Four-way Flashers . 76
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Front Airbags . 9, 24
Index
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Fuel . 238
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Fill Door and Cap . 239
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Gauge . 70
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Octane Requirement . 238
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Oxygenated . 238
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Reserve Indicator . 64
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Tank, Filling the . 239
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Fuses, Checking the . 342
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 244
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Gasoline . 238
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 64
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Gauge . 70
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Octane Requirement . 238
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Tank, Filling the . 239
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Gas Station Procedures . 239
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 70
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Fuel . 70
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 260
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Manual Transmission . 257
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Glove Box . 108 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 302
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HandsFreeLink
. 212
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
Headlights
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Aiming . 302
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Daytime Running Lights . 74
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High Beam Indicator . 61
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Reminder Beeper . 73
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 302
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Turning on . 73
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Head Restraints . 94
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Heated Mirrors . 104
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Heating and Cooling . 110
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High Altitude, Starting at . 256
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High-Low Beam Switch . 73
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High-mount Brake Light . 307
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Hood, Opening the . 240
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Horn .4,71
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 352
Ignition
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Keys . 78 ...........................................
Switch . 80
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Timing Control System . 364
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 59
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Inf ant Restraint . 38
Inf ant Seats
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LATCH Anchor System . 42
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Lower Anchors . 42
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Tether Anchor Points . 45
Inf lation, Recommended Tire ...................................
Pressures . 315
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Inf ormation Display . 67
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Inside Mirror . 103
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Inspection, Tire . 316
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Instrument Panel . 57
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Instrument Panel Lights . 59
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 75
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Instruments and Controls . 55
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Interior Lights . 105
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Introduction . i
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iPod
. 133, 184
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 328
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Jack, Tire . 327
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Keys . 78 ................................
Jump Starting . 334
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Label, Certif ication . 352
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Lane Change, Signaling . 73
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19
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LATCH Anchor System . 42
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 302
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Indicator . 59
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Parking . 73
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Turn Signal . 73
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Load Limits . 250
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 80
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Fuel Fill Door . 239
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Power Door . 82
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Trunk . 88
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Low Coolant Level . 243
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Low Fuel Indicator . 64 ................................
Lower Anchors . 42
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 257
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 339
Low Tire Pressure
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Indicator . 63, 270
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 355
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Neutral Gear Position . 261 ..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 238
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 258
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 352
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 238
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Odometer . 67
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Odometer, Trip . 68
Oil
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Change, How to . 292
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Change, When to . 281
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Checking Engine . 241
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Pressure Indicator . 65, 339
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Selecting Proper Viscosity . 290
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 363
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Outside Mirrors . 104
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 68
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Overheating, Engine . 337
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 286
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Oxygenated Fuels . 238
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Maintenance . 279
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Minder . 281-287
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Minder Indicator . 65
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 286
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Saf ety . 280
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 340
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Manual Transmission . 257
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 299
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Meters, Gauges . 66
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Methanol in Gasoline . 238
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 104
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Moonroof . 102
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MP3/WMA . 126, 163
Index
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INDEX
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(f luid capacities and tire pressures)
(main controls)
(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)
(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column)
(heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise contr ol)
(fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)
(engine and transmission operation)
(minder, f luid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)
(vehicle specif ications, tires, and emissions controls) (warranty and contact inf ormation)
(how to order)
(f lat tire, jump starting, overheating, and f uses)
Contents
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Index .I
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Service Inf ormation Summary . last page
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Your Vehicle at a Glance .3
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety .5
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Instruments and Controls .55
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Features .109
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Bef ore Driving .237
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Driving .253
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Maintenance .279
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T echnical Inf ormation .351
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Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) . 369
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A uthorized Manuals (U.S. only) .373
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T aking Care of the Unexpected .325INDEX
1

How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other convenience
f eatures.
A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column.
What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A summary of the inf ormation you
need when you pull up to the f uelpump.
A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual f or detailed
inf ormation.
The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park; plus
what you need to know if you’re
planning to tow a trailer.
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience,
and details how to handle them.
The maintenance minder shows you
when you need to take your vehicle
to the dealer for maintenance service.
There is also a list of things to check
and instructions on how to check
them.
Important inf ormation about the
proper use and care of your vehicle’s
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable inf ormation on how to
protect children with child restraints.
Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Instruments and Controls
Features Bef ore Driving
Driving
T echnical Inf ormation
Warranty and Customer
Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
Authorized Manuals
(U.S. only) Index
Service Inf ormation Summary
T aking Care of the Unexpected
Maintenance
Overview of Contents
2

After all occupants have adjusted
their seats and head restraints, and
put on their seat belts, it is very
important that they continue to sit
upright, well back in their seats, with
their feet on the floor, until the
vehicle is safely parked and the
engine is of f .
This could cause
very serious injuries in a crash.
See page f or additional
inf ormation about your seat belts
and how to take care of them. Using a seat
belt that is not working properly can
result in serious injury or death.
Have your dealer check the belt as
soon as possible.
If the seat belt touches or crosses
your neck, or if it crosses your arm
instead of your shoulder, you need to
adjust the seat belt anchor height.
The front seats have adjustable seat
belt anchors. To adjust the height of
an anchor, press and hold the release
button and slide the anchor up or
down as needed (it has f our
positions). If a seat belt does not seem to work
properly, it may not protect the
occupant in a crash.
Sitting improperly can increase the
chance of injury during a crash. For
example, if an occupant slouches,
lies down, turns sideways, sits
forward, leans forward or sideways,
or puts one or both f eet up, the
chance of injury during a crash is
greatly increased.
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Protecting A dults and Teens
Maintain a Proper Sitting
Position
6.Never place t he shoulder port ion of a
lap/shoulder belt under your arm orbehind your back.
No one should sit in a seat wit h aninoperat ive seat belt .
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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If the impact is on the passenger’s
side, the passenger’s side curtain
airbag will inflate even if there are no
occupants on that side of the vehicle.If the SRS indicator does not come
on after you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position.
If the indicator stays on after the
engine starts.
If the indicator comes on or
flashesonandoff whileyoudrive.
To get the best protection f rom the
side curtain airbags, occupants
should wear their seat belts and sit
upright and well back in their seats.
If the indicator comes on at any
other time, or does not come on at all,
you should have the system checked
by your dealer. For example:
In a moderate to severe side impact,
sensors will detect rapid acceleration
and signal the control unit to
instantly inflate the side curtain
airbag and activate the seat belt
tensioner on the driver’s or the
passenger’s side of the vehicle. When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, this indicator
comes on f or several seconds then
goes of f . This tells you the system is
working properly.
The SRS indicator alerts you to a
potential problem with your airbags
or seat belt tensioners.
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How Your Side Curtain A irbags
Work
How the SRS Indicator
Works
Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
29
SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG
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This indicator has two f unctions:Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. A beeper
sounds if you drive with the
parking brake not f ully released.
Driving with the parking brake not
fully released can damage the
brakes and tires.
If it stays on after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more inf ormation, see
page .
The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.
If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
This indicator reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals. For more
inf ormation, see page .
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds,
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on.
1. 2.
18 341Parking Brake
and Brake
System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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