fuel HONDA RIDGELINE 2012 1.G User Guide

Your vehicle has a warning label f or
f illing a portable f uel container on
the lef t rear side of the pickup bed.
Gasoline or f uel vapors are
extremely f lammable and explosive.
Improperly handling f uel can cause
anexplosioninwhichyoucanbe
seriously injured.
Before placing the fuel container in
the vehicle, wipe up any spill
completely.
Whenever f illing a f uel container,
use an approved f uel container, and
place it on the ground. Do not f ill the
f uel container in the vehicle,
including the pickup bed and the
In-Bed Trunk. Make sure to put the
f uel pump nozzle in the f uel f iller of
the container securely and to handle
it properly.
Service Station Procedures
Filling a Port able Fuel Cont ainer
Bef ore Driving
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Do not fill a portable fuel
container in the pickup bed.
Static electricity can ignite gas
vapors and you can be burned.
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Fuel economy is not a f ixed number.
It varies based on driving conditions,
driving habits, and vehicle condition.
Theref ore, it is not possible f or one
set of estimates to predict fuel
economy precisely f or all drivers in
all environments.
Provides an estimated annual f uel
cost, based on 15,000 miles (20,000
km) per year multiplied by the cost
pergallon(basedonEPAfuelcost
data) divided by the combined f uel
economy.
For more inf ormation on f uel
economy ratings and factors that
af f ect f uel economy, visit(Canada: Visit
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Represents urban
driving in light traf f ic. A range of
miles per gallon achieved is also
provided.
The EPA f uel economy estimates
shownintheexampletotheright
are a usef ul tool f or comparison
when buying a vehicle. EPA
estimates include:
Represents a
mixture of rural and interstate
driving, in a warmed-up vehicle,
typical of longer trips in f ree-f lowing
traf f ic. A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided.
Represents a combination of city and
highway driving. The scale
represents the range of combined
f uel economy f or other vehicles in
the class.
www.
fueleconomy.gov www.
vehicles.gc.ca
Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel
Economy Estimates Comparison.
Estimated Annual Fuel Cost
City MPG
Highway MPG Combined Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy
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Combined Fuel
Economy
(Sample U.S. EPA label shown) Estimated Annual
Fuel Cost
City MPG
Highway MPG
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Fill the f uel tank until the nozzle automatically clicks of f .
Reset trip counter to zero.
Record the total gallons (liters) needed to ref ill.
Follow one of the simple calculations above.
The A/C
puts an extra load on the engine
which makes it use more f uel. Use
the f resh-air ventilation when
possible.
Combine several short trips into
one. A warmed-up engine is more
f uel ef f icient than a cold one.
Direct calculation is the
recommended source of inf ormation
about your actual f uel economy.
Using f requency of f ill-ups or taking
f uel gauge readings are NOT
accurate measures of f uel economy.
Fuel economy may improve over the
f irst several thousand miles
(kilometers). 1.2.3.4.
Checking Your Fuel Economy
Measuring T echniques
Fuel Economy
Minimize the use of the air
conditioning system
Plan and combine trips
Calculating Fuel Economy
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Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 KilometersL per 100 km
Liter
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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page . Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Lights Check the operation of
all the lights monthly. See page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the odometer/
trip meter display or the multi-
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Maintenance Minder
326 Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
Symbol
Symbol
A
B 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months
after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
NOTE : : :
325If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures
(over 110

Keeping the tires properly inf lated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread lif e, and riding
comf ort.Underinf lated tires wear unevenly,
adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
Overinf lated tires can make your
vehicleridemoreharshly,are
more prone to damage f rom road
hazards, and wear unevenly. Even though your vehicle is
equipped with TPMS, we
recommend that you visually check
your tires every day. If you think a
tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure in each tire at least once a
month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf /cm ) per
month. Remember to check the
sparetireatthesametime.
Check the air pressures when the
tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked f or at least 3
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km). Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressures on page . If you check air pressures when the
tires are hot (driven f or several
miles/kilometers), you will see
readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3
to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than the cold
readings. This is normal. Do not let
air out to match the recommended
cold air pressure. The tire will be
underinf lated.
Youshouldgetyourowntire
pressure gauge and use it whenever
you check your tire pressures. This
will make it easier f or you to tell if a
pressure loss is due to a tire problem
and not due to a variation between
gauges.
While tubeless tires have some
ability to self -seal if they are
punctured, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
The tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) warns you when a tire
pressure is low. See page or
f or more inf ormation. 280
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Inf lation Guidelines
Tires
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Specif ications
390 Air Conditioning
Dimensions
Capacities
Weights
Seating Capacities 206.9 in (5,255 mm)
77.8 in (1,976 mm)
70.3 in (1,786 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g) ND-OIL8
1,470 lbs (670 kg)
1,520 lbs (690 kg)
10,088 lbs (4,575 kg)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
66.9 in (1,700 mm)
67.1 in (1,705 mm)
122.0 in (3,100 mm)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation. Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluidRear
differential
fluid
22.01 US gal (83.3
)
1.64 US gal (6.2)
2.14 US gal (8.1)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.5 US qt (8.0)
2.79 US qt (2.64
)
3.01 US qt (2.85)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.180 US gal (0.68
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
71.2 in (1,808 mm)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR)
Maximum load limit
(Payload) See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
3
2
5
Total
FrontRear Approx.
FrontRear
1: 2:
1: 2: 3:
Change Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
ChangeTotal
Change Total
1:
2:
On vehicles without moonroof
On vehicles with moonroof
RT, RTS, DX, VP, Canadian Sport models, and Touring model
without moonroof
RTL, U.S. Sport models, and Touring model with moonroof 1
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Fan, Interior . 147, 154
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Features . 145
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DANGER, Explanation of . iv
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Dashboard . 3, 60
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Daytime Running Lights . 97
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Dead Battery . 372
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 408
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Def rosting the Windows . 148, 155
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Dif f erential Fluid, Rear . 390
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Dimensions . 390
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Dimming the Headlights . 95
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 333
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Engine Oil . 255
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Directional Signals . 95
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 290
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Disposal of Used Oil . 330
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Door and Tailgate Open Monitor . 11
Doors
Locking and ..............
Unlocking . 103, 104, 107
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Lockout Prevention . 103
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Power Door Locks . 103
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 392
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5 ...........................................
Driving . 269
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Economy . 256
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D3 . 275
Dual-Action Tailgate
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Indicator . 11, 115
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Operation . 113
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 346
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Economy, Fuel . 256
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Emergencies . 361
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Battery, Jump Starting . 372
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Brake System Indicator . 378
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Changing a Flat Tire . 363
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Charging System Indicator . 376
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Checking the Fuses . 380
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 99
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 376
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 377
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Overheated Engine . 374
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Stuck Vehicle . 385
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Towing . 385
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Emergency Brake . 132
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Emissions Controls . 399
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Emissions Testing . 402 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 76
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 63, 377
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Oil Lif e Display . 315, 319
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 63, 376
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 328
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Overheating . 374
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Specif ications . 391
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Speed Limiter . 277
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Starting . 272
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Engine, if it won

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Filling the Fuel Tank . 250
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 346
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Oil . 330
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 99
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 363
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Floor Mats . 346
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 333
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Brake . 335
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Power Steering . 336
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Rear Differential . 390
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Transf er Assembly . 391
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Windshield Washer . 332
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 165
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Folding the Rear Seats . 125
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Fog Lights . 97
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Four-way Flashers . 99
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Front Seat . 119, 121
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Adjusting . 119, 121
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Airbags . 9, 25
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Heaters . 126
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Fuel . 248
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Fill Door and Cap . 250
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Gauge . 76 ................
Octane Requirement . 248
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Oxygenated . 249
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Reserve Indicator . 68
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Tank, Filling the . 250
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Fuel Economy . 256
Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates .......................
Comparison . 256
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Calculating Fuel Economy . 258
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Fuel Economy Factors . 257
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Improving Fuel Economy . 257
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Fuses, Checking the . 380
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 337, 340
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HandsFreeLink
. 221
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HFL Buttons . 221
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 99
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 256
Gasoline
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 68
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Gauge . 76
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Octane Requirement . 248
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Tank, Filling the . 250
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Gas Station Procedures . 250
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 76
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Fuel . 76
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Speedometer . 76 .................................
Tachometer . 76
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) . 296
GCWR (Gross Combined
.................
Weight Rating) . 296, 390
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 274
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Glove Box . 138
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
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Weight Rating) . 296, 390
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Headlights . 94, 95
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Aiming . 337
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Automatic Lighting Off . 96
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Control Dial . 95
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Daytime Running Lights . 97
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High Beam Indicator . 67
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High Beams, Turning on . 94, 95
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Low Beams, Turning on . 95
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Reminder Chime . 96
Replacing Halogen
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Bulbs . 337, 340
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Turning On . 95
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Head Restraints . 122
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Heated Mirrors . 134
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Heaters, Seats . 126
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Heating and Cooling . 146, 152
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High-Low Beam Switch . 94
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver . 217
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Hood, Opening the . 254
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Horn .4,93
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 388 Ignition
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Keys . 100
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Switch . 102
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Timing Control System . 400
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Immobilizer System . 101
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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In-Bed Trunk
. 116
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Emergency Opener . 117
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Open Indicator . 75
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 61
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 66
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A/T Temperature . 69
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Back Window Open . 75
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Bed Lights On . 74
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) . 65
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Charging System . 63
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Cruise Control . 67
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Cruise Main . 67
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Door Open . 75
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) . 67
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High Beam . 67
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In-Bed Trunk Open . 75
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 66
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Lights On . 69 ......................................
Low Fuel . 68
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Low Oil Pressure . 63
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Low Tire Pressure . 72
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Maintenance Minder . 71
Malf unction Indicator Lamp
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(MIL) . 63
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Side Airbag Of f . 64
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Seat Belt . 62
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Security System . 68
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SRS . 64
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Tailgate Open . 75
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TPMS System . 72, 73
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning . 66
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VSA OFF . 71
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VSA System . 70
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VTM-4 . 70
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Washer Level . 67
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Individual Map Lights . 143
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Inf ant Restraint . 39
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Inf ant Seats . 39
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 350
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