fuel cap HONDA CROSSTOUR 2012 1.G Owners Manual

(f luid capacities and tire pressures)
(main controls)
(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)
(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column)
( )
(fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)
(engine and transmission operation) (minder, f luid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) (f lat tire, jump starting, overheating, and f uses)
(vehicle specif ications, tires, and emissions controls) (warranty and contact inf ormation)
(how to order)
climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink, and other convenience items
Contents
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Index .I
Service Inf ormation Summary ........................................................................\
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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 .53
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Features .125
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Bef ore Driving .281
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Driving .299
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Maintenance .323
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T aking Care of the Unexpected .371
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T echnical Inf ormation .399
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Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) .415
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A uthorized Manuals (U.S. only) .419
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Owner's Identification Form
Index
Book Ta ble of Contents
Chapter Ta ble of Contents
Navigation KeyYour Vehicle at a Glance

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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 .54
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Instrument Panel .55
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 56
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Gauges .63
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Inf ormation Display . 64
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Odometer .64 Outside Temperature
...................................
Indicator .65
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Trip Meter .65
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 66
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Maintenance Minder . 66
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Temperature Gauge . 66
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Fuel Gauge .66
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .67
.
Windshield Wipers and Washers . 68
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 70
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Fog Lights .73
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 73
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Hazard Warning Button . 74
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Rear Window Def ogger . 75
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 76
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Keys and Locks .77
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Immobilizer System .78
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Ignition Switch .79
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Door Locks .80
.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 81
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Childproof Door Locks . 87
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Remote Transmitter .87
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Tailgate .91
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Seats .93
.
Front Seat Power Adjustments . 93..........................
Head Restraints .94
Easy Fold-down 60/40 Split .........................
Rear Seatback .97
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Armrests .99
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Seat Heaters .100
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .101
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Mirrors .104
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Power Windows .106
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Moonroof .110
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Parking Brake .112
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Interior Convenience Items . 113
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Beverage Holders .114
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Accessory Power Sockets . 114
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Console Compartment . 115
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Glove Box .116
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Sunglasses Holder .117
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Sun Visors .117
Hidden Removable Utility .........................................
Box .118
.
Floor Storage Compartments . 119
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Vanity Mirror .120
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Coat Hook .120
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Center Pockets .120
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Interior Lights .121
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Gauges
63
SELECT/RESET KNOB
TRIP METER
ODOMETER /CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGE
TACHOMETER
TEMPERATURE GAUGE SPEEDOMETER
FUEL GAUGE
U.S. model is shown. INFORMATION DISPLAY
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

Inst rument s and Cont rols

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This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise
from the bottom 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 to the
upper zone. If it reaches the red
(hot) mark, pull saf ely to the side of
the road. Turn to page for
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine cooling system.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.
If your f uel f ill cap is loose or
missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’
message appears on the information
display af ter you start the engine.
For more inf ormation, see page .
The inf ormation display in the
instrument panel shows you the
engine oil lif e and maintenance
service items when the ignition
switch is in the ON (II) position. This
inf ormation helps to keep you aware
of the periodic maintenance your
vehicle needs f or continued trouble-
f ree driving. Ref er to page f or
more inf ormation. 285
325 384
Gauges
Temperature Gauge
Fuel Gauge
Check Fuel Cap Message
Maintenance Minder
66
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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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Bef ore you begin driving your
vehicle, you should know what
gasoline to use and how to check the
levels of important f luids. You also
need to know how to properly store
luggage or packages. The
inf ormation in this section will help
you. If you plan to add any
accessories to your vehicle, please
read the information in this section
first..............................
Break-in Period .282
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Fuel Recommendation . 282
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Service Station Procedures . 283
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Ref ueling .283
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 285
Opening and Closing ................................
the Hood .287
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Oil Check .288
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Engine Coolant Check . 288
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Fuel Economy .289
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Accessories and Modif ications . 292
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Carrying Cargo .294
Bef ore Driving
Bef ore Driving
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CONT INUED
Screw the f uel f ill cap back on
until it clicks at least once. If you
do not properly tighten the cap,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL
CAP’’ message on the inf ormation
display. If the system still detects
an evaporative system leak af ter
retightening the cap, the
malf unction indicator lamp may
come on (see page ).
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches. If the door won’t close
f ully, do not f orce it. Unlock the
drivers door f irst.
Remove the f uel f ill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank equalizes.
The fuel fill cap is attached to the
f uel f iller with a tether. Place the
cap in the holder on the f uel f ill
door. Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. This
leaves some room in the f uel tank
for the fuel to expand with
temperature changes.
If thefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff
even though the tank is not f ull,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
f uel vapor f rom going into the
atmosphere. Try f illing at another
pump. If this does not f ix the
problem, consult your dealer.
6.
7.
387
4. 5.
Service Station Procedures
285
TETHER
HOLDER FUEL FILL CAP
The f uel door and its latching
mechanism can be permanently
damaged if the f uel door is f orced
closed when the driver’s door is locked.

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If the system still detects a leak in
your vehicle’s evaporative emissions
system, the malf unction indicator
lamp (MIL) comes on. If the f uel f ill
cap was not already tightened, turn
the engine of f , and check or
retighten the f uel f ill cap until it
clicks at least once. The MIL should
go off after several days of normal
driving once the cap is tightened or
replaced. If the MIL does not go of f ,
have your vehicle inspected by a
dealer. For more inf ormation, see
page .
Turn the engine of f , and conf irm the
f uel f ill cap is installed. If it is, loosen
it, then retighten it until it clicks at
least once. The message should go
off after several days of normal
driving once you tighten or replace
the f uel f ill cap. To scroll to another
display, press the select/reset knob.
The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message
will appear each time you restart the
engine until the system turns the
message of f .
Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic
system will detect a loose or missing
f uel f ill cap as an evaporative system
leak. The f irst time a leak is detected
a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message
appears on the information display. 387
Service Station Procedures
Check Fuel Cap Message
286

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Specif ications
402
Dimensions
Weights
Air Conditioning
Engine
Seating Capacities Capacities
110.1 in (2,797 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) ND-OIL8
196.8 in (4,999 mm)
74.7 in (1,898 mm)
65.7 in (1,670 mm)
64.9 in (1,648 mm)
3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm) 212 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
10.5 : 1
ILZKR7B11
SXU22HCR11
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Total
Front
Rear
5
2
3 18.5 US gal (70.0
)
1.74 US gal (6.6)
2.27 US gal (8.6)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
5.3 US qt (5.0)
3.5 US qt (3.3
)
3.0 US qt (2.8)
7.9 US qt (7.5
)
8.3 US qt (7.9)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.180 US gal (0.68
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Transfer
assembly
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
1.3 US qt (1.2
)
0.43 US qt (0.41
)
1.5 US qt (1.4
)
0.48 US qt (0.45
)
Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC i-VTEC VCM 6-cylinder (V6) gasoline engine Approx.
1:
2: Change
Total
Front/Rear
NGK:
DENSO: Change
Including filter
Without filter
Total
Change 2WD
4WD
Total 2WD
4WD
Change
Total
Change
Total
1
2

Technical Inf ormation

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CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Care .233
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CD Changer .149, 197
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Ceiling Light .121
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Certif ication Label .400
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Chains .365
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Changing a Flat Tire .373
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .335
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When to .325
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Charging System Indicator . 56,386
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 285
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 300
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Child Saf ety .33
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Booster Seats .48
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Child Seats .40, 41
Important Saf ety ..........................
Reminders .33-50
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Inf ants .38
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Larger Children .47
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LATCH .42
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Risks with Airbags .34
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Small Children .39
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Tether .46
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Warning Labels .52
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Where Should a Child Sit . 34.......................................
Child Seats .33
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LATCH .42
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Tether Anchorage Points . 46
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Childproof Door Locks . 87
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 353
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Climate Control System . 126
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Clock .238
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CO in the Exhaust . 51,412
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 301
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Compact Spare .372
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Compass .242
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Console Compartment . 115
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Consumer Inf ormation . 416
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Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant ........................................
Adding .337
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Checking .288
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Proper Solution .337
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Temperature Gauge . 66
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Courtesy Lights .122
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .410
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Cruise Control Indicator . 62
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Cruise Control Operation . 246
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Customer Service .416 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard .3, 54
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Daytime Running Lights . 61,72
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .61
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Dead Battery .382
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 418
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 75
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Def rosting the Windows . 130
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Dimensions .402
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Dimming the Headlights . 70
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 340
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Engine Oil .288
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Directional Signals .70
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 308
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Disposal of Used Oil .336
Doors ..........................
Auto Door Lock .81
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Auto Door Unlock .84
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Childproof Door Locks . 87
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Locking and Unlocking . 80
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 404
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Fuel .282
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 285
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Fill Door and Cap .284
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Gauge .66
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Octane Requirement . 282
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Oxygenated .283
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Tank, Ref ueling .283
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Fuel Economy .289
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Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator . 59
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Fuses, Checking the .390 ...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 400
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .77
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Switch .79
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Timing Control System . 411
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Immobilizer System .78
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 289,290
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Gasoline .282
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Gauge .66
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Octane Requirement . 282
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Tank, Ref ueling .283
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Gas Station Procedures . 283
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 66
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Fuel .66
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 302......................................
Glove Box .116
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR) .296, 317
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 344
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HandsFreeLink
. 253
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 74
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Headlights .70
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Aiming .344
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Automatic Lighting Off . 72
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Automatic Lighting On . 71
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
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High Beam Indicator . 61
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Lights On Indicator .60
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Reminder Chime .70
Replacing Halogen ..............................
Bulbs .344, 351
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Turning on .70
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Head Restraints .13, 94
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Heated Mirrors .106
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Heaters, Seat .100
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Hidden Removable Utility Box . 118
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .249 ........
Hood, Opening and Closing . 287
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Horn .4,67
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