warning light HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 2004 7.G Owners Manual

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
HORN
TILT ADJUSTMENT
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
MIRROR CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P. 61)
(P. 105)
(P. 79) (P. 60)
(P. 62)
(P. 62)
(P. 63) (P. 105)HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 50
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 51
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Gauges . 57
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Odometer/Trip Meter . 57
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Fuel Gauge . 57
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Temperature Gauge . 58
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel . 59
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Windshield Wipers and Washers . 60
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 61
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
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Hazard Warning Button . 62
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Rear Window Def ogger . 62
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 63
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Keys and Locks . 64
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Immobilizer System . 65
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Ignition Switch . 66
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Door Locks . 67
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Power Door Locks . 67
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Hatch . 68
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Remote Transmitter . 69
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Seats . 71
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Cargo Area Cover . 75
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Power Windows . 76
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Moonroof . 78
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Mirrors . 79 .................................
Parking Brake . 80
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Interior Lights . 81
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Interior Convenience Items . 82
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Beverage Holders . 83
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Glove Box . 83
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Accessory Power Sockets . 83
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Console Compartment . 83
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols 49
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Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to ON (II). It is a
reminder to check the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake not f ully released can
damage the brakes and tires.
If it remains lit af ter you have f ully
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 complete inf ormation,
see page .See page .
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicator does not
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. See page
f or inf ormation on the headlight
controls.
This indicator has two f unctions:
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning button, both turn signal
indicators blink. All turn signals on
the outside of the vehicle should
flash.
This indicator comes on if the hatch
is not closed tightly.On Canadian model, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
with the headlight switch off and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
1. 2.
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179 178
146 61
Canadian model only
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Parking Brake
and Brake
System
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Hatch-open Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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U.S. Canada
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Inst rument s and Cont rols
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
MIRROR CONTROLS TILT ADJUSTMENTHORN
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 61) (P. 60)
(P. 62)
CRUISE CONTROL
SWITCHES
(P. 105)
(P. 79) (P. 63)
(P. 62)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
(P. 105)
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
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Pushtheredbuttontoturnonthe
hazard warning lights (f our-way
flashers). This causes all four
outside turn signals and both
indicators in the instrument panel to
f lash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled.The rear window def ogger will clear
fog,frost,andthinicefromthe
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and of f . The light in the
button lights to show the def ogger is
on. If you do not turn it of f , the
def ogger will shut itself of f af ter
about15minutes.Italsoshutsoff
when you turn of f the ignition. You
have to turn it on again when you
restart the vehicle.
The knob on the instrument panel
controls the brightness of the instru-
ment panel lights. Turn the knob to
adjust the brightness.
Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Def ogger
Inst rument s and Cont rols Rear Window Def ogger
Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button
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If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Reverse. Apply the
parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0). Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.Open the hatch. Raise the cargo
area floor by lifting up on the back
edge.
Take the tool bag out of the cargo
area.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
Loosen the f our wheel nuts 1/2
turn with the wheel wrench.
2.
3.
1.
4. 5.6.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Changing a Flat T ire
167
NOTICE:
SPARE TIRE CARGO AREA FLOOR
TOOL BAG
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by thejack.
Use the jack that came with
your vehicle. If you try to raise another
vehicle with this jack or use another
jack to raise your vehicle, the vehicle or
jack can be damaged.
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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.Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the warning light may not
be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the dash panel to blink
rapidly(seepage ).
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er to
on page . If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See
on page .
123 65 181
185
T he Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine Emergency
Towing
If theEngineWon’tStart
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 2, 50
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Daytime Running Lights . 61
Daytime Running Lights
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Indicator . 53
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Dead Battery, What to Do . 173
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 202
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Def og and Def rost . 89
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 62
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Def rosting the Windows . 89
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Dimensions . 190
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Dimming the Headlights . 61
Dipstick
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Engine Oil . 113
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Directional Signals . 61
Disabled, Towing Your Vehicle
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If . 185
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 127
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Disposal of Used Oil . 140
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking . 67
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 192
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
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Transmission . 124 ...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 121
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Economy . 114
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Economy, Fuel . 114
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Emergencies on the Road . 165
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Battery, Jump Starting . 173
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Brake System Indicator . 179
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Changing a Flat Tire . 167
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Charging System Indicator . 177
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Checking the Fuses . 181
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 177
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 178
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Overheated Engine . 174
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Emergency Brake . 80
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Emergency Flashers . 62
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Emergency Towing . 185
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Emissions Controls . 194Engine
Coolant Temperature .......................................
Gauge . 58
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Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp . 53, 178 ........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 138
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Overheating . 174
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Specif ications . 190
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Engine Speed Limiter . 125
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 194
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Exhaust Fumes . 47
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 17
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Fan, Interior . 86
Features, Comfort and
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Convenience . 85
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 111
Filter
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Oil . 139
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 143
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Shif ting the . 124
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 62
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 167
If it won’t start
Index
E
F
D
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 145
Hatch
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Opening the . 68
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Hazard Warning Button . 62
Headlights
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Daytime Running Lights . 61
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High Beam Indicator . 53
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High Beams, Turning on . 61
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Low Beams, Turning on . 61 ........................
Reminder Beeper . 61
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 145
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Turning on . 61
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Head Restraints . 72
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Heating and Cooling . 86
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High Altitude, Starting at . 123
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High-Low Beam Switch . 61
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Hood Latch . 145
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Hood, Opening the . 112
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Closing the . 113
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Horn .3,59
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Hot Coolant, Warning about . 141
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Hydraulic Clutch . 144
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 188
If Your Vehicle Has to be
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Towed . 185
Ignition ..............................................
Keys . 64
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Switch . 66
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Timing Control System . 195
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicator Lights, Instrument
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Panel . 51
Fluids
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Brake . 144
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Clutch . 144
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Manual Transmission . 143
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Windshield Washer . 142
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception . 93
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Folding Rear Seat . 74
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Four-way Flashers . 62
Front End, Towing by
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Emergency Wrecker . 185
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting . 71
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Airbags . 22
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Fuel . 110
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Fill Door and Cap . 111
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Gauge . 57
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Octane Requirement . 110
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Recommendations . 110
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Reserve Indicator . 54
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Tank, Filling the . 111
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Fuses, Checking the . 181
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 114 .........................................
Gasoline . 110
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 54
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Gauge . 57
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Octane Requirement . 110
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Tank, Filling the . 111
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Gas Station Procedures . 111
Gauges
Engine Coolant ...........................
Temperature . 58
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Fuel . 57
Gearshif t Lever Positions 5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission . 124
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Glove Box . 83
Index
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 168
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Jack, Tire . 167
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Jump Starting . 173
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Keys . 64
Indicators
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 54
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) . 53, 179
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Brake Lamp . 53
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Charging System . 52, 177
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Cruise Control . 54
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 61
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High Beam . 61
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
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Low Fuel . 54
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Low Oil Pressure . 52, 177
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Side Airbag Of f . 52
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SRS . 26, 52
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning . 61, 62
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Washer Level . 54
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Inf ant Restraint . 34
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 157
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Normal Driving . 158
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Inside Mirror . 79
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Inspection, Tire . 159
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Instrument Panel . 51
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
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Interior Lights . 81 ........................................
Introduction . i
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Label, Certif ication . 188
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Lane Change, Signaling . 61
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 19
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Leaking of Exhaust into Vehicle . 47
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 145
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Indicator . 51
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Parking . 80
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Turn Signal . 61
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Load Limit . 118
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 66 Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 65
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Fuel Fill Door . 111
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Hatch . 68
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Low Coolant Level . 114
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Low Fuel Indicator . 54
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 125
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 190
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 117
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Maintenance . 129
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 132
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Record . 135, 136
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Saf ety . 130
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Schedule . 133
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 53, 178
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Manual Transmission . 124
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 143
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Meters, Gauges . 57
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 79
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 116
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Moonroof . 78
Index
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