warning light HONDA CR-V 2009 RD1-RD5, RE7 / 3.G Owners Manual

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .58 ............................
Instrument Panel .59
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Instrument Panel Indicators .60
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Gauges .66
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Trip Meter .67
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Current Fuel Mileage .68
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Average Fuel Mileage .68
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Range .68
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Odometer .69
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Fuel Gauge .69
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Temperature Gauge .69
Outside Temperature
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Indicator .69
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Check Fuel Cap Message .71
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Maintenance Minder .71
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .72
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Windshield Wipers and Washers .73
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Turn Signals and Headlights .74
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Instrument Panel Brightness .76
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Hazard Warning Button .76
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Rear Window Def ogger .77
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Parking Brake .78
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .78
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Keys and Locks .79
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Immobilizer System .80
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Ignition Switch .81......................................
Door Locks .82
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Power Door Locks .82
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .83
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Childproof Door Locks .88
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Remote Transmitter .89
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Tailgate .92
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Seats .94
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Seat Heaters .108
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Power Windows .109
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Moonroof .110
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Mirrors .111
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Interior Convenience Items .113
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Dual Deck Cargo Shelf .114
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Beverage Holders .116
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Center Table .117
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Lower Glove Box .117
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Upper Glove Box .118
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Vanity Mirror .118
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Sun Visor .119
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Sunglasses Holder .119
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Conversation Mirror .120
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Accessory Power Sockets .120
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Console Compartment .121
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Coat Hook .122
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Seat Under Tray .122
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Interior Lights .122
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).
If this indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position and release the parking
brake, it means there is a problem
withtheDRL.Theremayalsobea
problem with the high beam
headlights. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an 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.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.
When the indicator comes on, there
is about 2.3 U.S. gal (8.6
)of fuel
remaining in the tank.
When the needle reaches E, there is
a very small amount of f uel in the
tank.
The appropriate indicator comes on
in this display if the tailgate or any
door is not closed tightly.
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293 High Beam Indicator
L ow Fuel Indicator
Daytime Running L ights
Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
If equipped.
Ref er to the navigation system manual.
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2:
3:
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
72
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.78) HORN HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.76)
SHIFT LEVER
MIRROR CONTROL
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM ON/OFF
SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTS
(P.78)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.74)
(P.32)
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
(P.73)
VOICE CONTROLS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
(P.257)
(P.112)
(P.216)
(P.120)(P.222)(P.247)
(P.76)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
BUTTON (P.77)
(P.112)
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON1
2
3 2
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Push the button between the center
vents to turn on the hazard warning
lights (f our-way f lashers). This
causes all f our 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.
To reduce glare at night, the
instrument panel illumination dims
when you turn the light switch to
or . Turning the select/
reset knob f ully to the right until you
hear a beep will cancel the reduced
brightness.
You can change the instrument panel
brightness only when the light
switch is on.
Turntheknobonthelowerpartof
the instrument panel to adjust the
brightness.
You will hear a beep when maximum
or minimum brightness is reached.
Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button
Hazard Warning Button
Instrument Panel Brightness
76
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL KNOB
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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 Park. Apply the
parking brake.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
the trailer.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Open the tailgate. Raise the cargo
area f loor lid by lif ting up with the
strap, and remove it f rom cargo
area by disengaging the tabs.
When you store the f lat tire in the
spare tire well, do not reinstall the
cargo area f loor lid f orcibly. This
will damage the tabs on the lid.
Take the tool kit out of the spare
tire.
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2.3.
4.
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Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
313
JACK
SPARE TIRE
TOOLS
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 the
jack.
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If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
The reading of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge reading comes down to the
midpoint, then continue driving.
If the temperature gauge reading
stays at the red mark, turn off the
engine.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.
1.
2.
3.
4.
If theEngineOverheats
322
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
reading at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(seeon page
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This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
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2.
4.
3.
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332 Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
324
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .4,72
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Daytime Running Lights .75
Daytime Running Lights
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Indicator .63
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Dead Battery .320
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .352
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Def ogger, Rear Window .77
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Def rosting the Windows .130
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Detachable Anchor .107
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Dimensions .336
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Dimming the Headlights .74,75
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Capacities Chart .336
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .54
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Cargo .236
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Cargo area Light .124
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Cargo Hooks .241
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Carrying Cargo .236
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Cargo, How to Carry .236
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Care .213
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CD Changer .162,191
CD Changer Error ...........................
Messages .169,197
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CD Error Messages .169,197
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CD Player .145,182
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Center Pocket .113
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Center Table .117
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Certif ication Label .334
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Chains, Tires .307
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Changing a Flat Tire .313
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Changing Oil .281
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How to .281
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When to .279
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Charging System Message .60,324
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .228 ............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving .245
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Child Saf ety .34
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Booster Seats .51
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Child Seats .34,39
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Important Saf ety Reminders .34
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Inf ants .39
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Larger Children .50
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LATCH .43
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Risks with Airbags .35
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Small Children .40
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Tethers .48
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Warning Labels .36
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Where Should a Child Sit? .35
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Child Seats .34,39
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LATCH .43
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Tether Anchorage Points .48
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Childproof Door Locks .88
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Cleaning Seat Belts .297
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Climate Control System .132
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Clock .219
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CO in the Exhaust .344
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Cold Weather, Starting in .246
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Consumer Inf ormation .350
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Controls, Instruments and .57
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Conversation Mirror .120Coolant
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Adding .284
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Checking .230
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Proper Solution .284
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Temperature Gauge .69
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Courtesy Light .124
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .344
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Cruise Control Indicator .62
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Cruise Control Operation .222
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Customer Service .350
Index
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs .291
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Hazard Warning Flashers .76
Headlights
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Aiming .291
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Daytime Running Lights .75
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High Beam Indicator .63
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Reminder Chime .75
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs .291
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Turning on .74
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Head Restraints .98
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Heated Mirrors .112
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Heater, Seat .108
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Heating and Cooling .126............................
High Beam Lever .74
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Hood, Opening the .229
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Horn .4,72
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .334
Ignition
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Keys .79
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Switch .81
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Timing Control System .345
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Immobilizer System .80
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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Folding Rear Seat .102,104
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Four-way Flashers .76
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Front Airbags .9,25
Front Seat ......................................
Adjusting .95
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Heaters .108
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Airbags .9,25
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Fuel .226
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Check Fuel Cap Message .228
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Fill Door and Cap .227
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Low Fuel Indicator .63
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .226
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Oxygenated .226
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Tank, Ref ueling .227
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Fuel Economy .231
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Fuses, Checking the .327
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Gas Mileage, Improving .232
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Gasohol .226
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Gasoline .226
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Low Fuel Indicator .63
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Gauge .69
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Octane Requirement .226 ........................
Tank, Ref ueling .227
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Gas Station Procedures .227
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature .69
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Fuel .69
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .247
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Glove Box .117
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR) .262,336
Index
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Keys .79
Indicators
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .61,254
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) .60,326
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Charging System .60,324
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Cruise Control .62
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .63
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High Beam .63
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Key (Immobilizer System) .61
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Low Fuel .63
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Low Oil Pressure .60,324
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Low Tire Pressure .64,258
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Maintenance Minder .65,273
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .60,325
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Passenger Airbag Of f .32
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Side Airbag Of f .61
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SRS .61
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TPMS .64,259
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .63
VSA (Vehicle Stability ..............................
Assist) .62,256
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Washer Level .65
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .59 ...............................
Inf ant Restraint .39
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Inf ant Seats .39
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Tether Anchorage Point .48
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .302
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Recommended Pressures .303
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Inside Mirror .111
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Inspection, Tire .304
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Installing a Child Seat .42
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Instrument Panel .59
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Instrument Panel Brightness .76
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Instruments and Controls .57
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Interior Lights .122
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle .314
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Jack, Tire .315
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Jump Starting .320.......................
Label, Certif ication .334
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Lane Change, Signaling .74
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .14,19
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LATCH Anchorage System .43
Lights
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Bulb Replacement .291
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Indicator .64
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Parking .74
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Turn Signal .74
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Load Limits .237
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .81
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column .81
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Childproof Door .88
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Fuel Fill Door .227
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Glove Box .117,118
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Power Door .82
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Tailgate .92
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Low Coolant Level .230
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Low Fuel Indicator .63
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .60,324
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Lower Anchors .43
Index
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