warning HONDA PILOT 2004 1.G User Guide

See page f or important saf etyinf ormation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints. 12
Your vehicle is equipped with head
restraints in all seating positions to
help protect you and your
passengers whiplash and other
injuries. They are most ef f ective when you
adjust them so the back of the
occupant’s head rests against the
center of the restraint.
The head restraints in the second
and third row seats adjust f or height.
You need both hands to adjust the
restraint. To raise it, pull upward. To
lower it, push the release button
sideways, and push the restraint
down.
To unlatch the detachable anchor,
insert a key into the slot on the side
of the small buckle. Line up the
triangle marks on the plate and
buckle when reattaching the belt and
buckle.
Seats
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Detachable Seat Belt Anchors
Head Restraints
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RELEASE BUTTON TRIANGULAR MARKSMALL LATCH PLATEUsing a seat belt with the
detachable anchor unlatched
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash.
Before using the seat belt,
make sure the detachable
anchor is correctly latched.

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Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors. If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your Honda dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Check the terminals f or corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it of f with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
f urther corrosion. If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
Maint enance
WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Checking Your Battery
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TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance.

Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. 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.Thetoolsandjackarebehinda
cover in the cargo area on the
driver’s side. Remove the cover by
pushing the top of it.
Turn the jack’s end
counterclockwise to loosen it, then
remove the jack and tools.
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 that is
far away from the traffic lanes.
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Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed197
JACK
SPARE TIRE
TOOLS COVER
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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There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See on page . You cannot start a Honda by pushing
or pulling it. Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions. Open the hood and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or like ice, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
Turn of f all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, climate
control, stereo system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
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 ).
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the warning light may not
be working.
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T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing Jump Starting
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting
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NOTICE:
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery. If a battery sits in extreme
cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

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 ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure light. If it does not go out
within ten seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving.
(Seeon page
).
This light should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible and you should
take immediate action. Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
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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L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
L ow Oil Pressure L ight, Charging System Indicator
206
NOTICE:
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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The tires on your car meet all U.S.
Federal Saf ety Requirements. All
tires are also graded for treadwear,
traction, and temperature perform-
ance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) standards.
The f ollowing explains these
gradings.
Quality grades can be f ound where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between the tread shoulder and the
maximum section width. For
example:
All passenger vehicle tires must
conf orm to Federal Saf ety
Requirements in addition to these
grades. The treadwear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specif ied government
test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-
half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100. The relative perf ormance of
tires depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use, however, and may
depart signif icantly f rom the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and dif f erences in
road characteristics and climate.
The traction grades, f rom highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specif ied government test surf aces
of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
perf ormance.
Warning: The traction grade
assignedtothistireisbasedon
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
DOT T ire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
T echnical Inf ormation
Unif orm T ire Quality Grading
T readwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A Treadwear
Traction AA, A, B, C
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The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specif ied indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire f ailure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of
perf ormance, which all passenger
vehicle tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Saf ety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of
perf ormance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by
law. Warning: The temperature grade f or
this tire is established f or a tire that
is properly inf lated and not over-
loaded. Excessive speed, underinf la-
tion, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can
cause heat buildup and possible tire
f ailure.
The tires that came on your vehicle
have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described
below.
Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Following is an example
of tire size with an explanation of
what each component means.
Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating). Tire construction code (R
indicates radial). Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry). Rim diameter in inches.
Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width). Tire width in millimeters. Vehicletype(Pindicates
passenger vehicle).
P
225
55
16
94
V R
Temperature A,B,C
Tire Labeling
DOT T ire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), T ire L abeling
T echnical Inf ormation
Tire Size
221
P225/55R16 94V

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Fan, Interior .82
Features, Comfort and ................................
Convenience .81
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 125
Filters ...............................................
Oil .172
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 59
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 197
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 176
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Brake .178
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Power Steering .179
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Windshield Washer . 175
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception .91
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Folding the Third Seat . 71
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Four-way Flashers .59
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Front Airbags .10, 19
Front Seat ................................
Adjusting .68, 69
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Heaters .67
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Airbags .9, 19
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 145
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Disposal of Used Oil .173
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 65
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Lockout Prevention . 65
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Power Door Locks .65
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 220
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .135
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Economy .128
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DVD Player .104
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DVD Player Error Message . 112
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Economy, Fuel .128
Emergencies ............................
Jump Starting .202
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Towing .208
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Hazard Warning .59
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Emergencies on the Road . 195
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Battery, Jump Starting . 202
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Brake System Indicator . 208
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Changing a Flat Tire . 197
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Charging System Indicator . 206
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Checking the Fuses . 210 .....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 206
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 207
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Overheated Engine . 204
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Emergency Brake .75
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Emergency Flashers .59
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Emergency Towing .208
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Emissions Controls .223
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Emissions Testing, State . 226
Engine ....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 55
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Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .48, 207
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 48,206
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 171
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Overheating .204
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Specif ications .219
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Speed Limiter .140
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Starting .137
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 223
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Exhaust Fumes .42
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .224
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .15
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Fuel .124
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Fill Door and Cap .125
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Gauge .54
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Octane Requirement . 124
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Reserve Indicator .51
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Tank, Filling the .125
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Fuses, Checking the .210
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 128
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Gasoline .124
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 51
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Gauge .54
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Octane Requirement . 124
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Tank, Filling the .125
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Gas Station Procedures . 125
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 55
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Fuel .54
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .148
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight .......................................
Rating) .148
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 139
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Glove Box .78 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
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Rating) .148
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 180
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Hazard Warning Button . 59
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Headlights .58
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Aiming .180
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Automatic Lighting Off . 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 59
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High Beam Indicator . 51
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High Beams, Turning on . 58
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Low Beams, Turning on . 58
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Reminder Chime .58
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 180
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Turning on .58
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Headphones .113
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Head Restraints .72
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Heated Mirror .74
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Heater, Seat .67
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Heating and Cooling .82
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High Altitude, Starting at . 137
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High-Low Beam Switch . 58
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High-mount Brake Light . 182HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver .118
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Hood, Opening the .126
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Horn .56
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 216
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .62
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Switch .64
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Timing Control System . 224
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Immobilizer System .62
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators .......................
A/T Temperature .52
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 49
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .49
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Brake Lamp .50
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Charging System .48
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Cruise Control .51
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .51
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High Beam .51
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 49
Index
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Keys .62
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Low Fuel .51
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Low Oil Pressure .48
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Side Airbag Of f .48
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SRS .48
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .50
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VTM- 4 .52
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Washer Level .51
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 47
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Inf ant Restraint .26, 29
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Inf ant Seats .26, 29
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 188
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Inside Mirror .74
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Inspection, Tire .189
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Instrument Panel .2 ,46
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 59
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Introduction . i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 198
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Jack, Tire .197
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Jump Starting .202 .......................
Label, Certif ication .216
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Lane Change, Signaling . 58
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 12,17
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LATCH Anchorage System . 33
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Light .79
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Lights .180
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Bulb Replacement .180
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Indicator .47
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Parking .58
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Turn Signal .58
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Load Limits .132
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 64
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 64
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Fuel Fill Door .125
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Glove Box .78
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Lockout Prevention . 65
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Power Door .65
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Low Coolant Level .127
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Low Fuel Indicator .51 ...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 48,206
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Lower Anchor .33
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 218
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Luggage, .131
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Neutral Gear Position . 139
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New Vehicle Break-in . 124
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 216
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Maintenance .159
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .163
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Record .167-169
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Required Indicator .53
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Saf ety .160
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Schedule .164-166
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 48,207
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Manual Seat Adjustments . 69
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Meters, Gauges .54
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Modif ications .130
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