airbag HONDA S2000 2004 2.G Owner's Manual

If the passenger’s airbag inf lates in a
moderate to severe f rontal collision,
the airbag can cause serious injuries
to a child who is unrestrained,
improperly restrained, sitting too
close to the airbag, or out of position.
Of course, children vary widely. And
while age may be one indicator of
when a child can saf ely ride in this
vehicle. There are other important
f actors you should consider.To saf ely ride in this vehicle, a child
must be able to f ollow the rules,
including sitting properly, and
wearing the seat belt properly
throughout ride.
Physically, a child must be large
enough f or the lap/shoulder belt to
properly f it (see page ). If the seat
belt does not f it properly, with or
without the child sitting on a booster,
the child should not sit in this vehicle.If you decide that a child can saf ely
ride in this vehicle, be sure to:
Caref ully read the owner’s manual,
and make sure you understand all
seat belt instructions and all saf ety
inf ormation.
Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position.
Have the child sit up straight, back
against the seat, and feet on or
near the f loor.
Check that the child’s seat belt is
properly and securely positioned.
Supervise the child. Even mature
children sometimes need to be
reminded to f asten the seat belts
or sit properly.
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Protecting L arger Children
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
When Can a L arger Child Ride in
this VehicleMaturity
Physical Size
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This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If
it comes on at any other time, it
indicates a potential problem with
your airbags or automatic seat belt
tensioners. For more inf ormation,
see page .See page .
This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on if either
door is not closed tightly.This indicator normally comes on
when you turn the ignition to ON (II)
and goes off after the engine starts.
If it comes on at any other time,
there is a problem in the Electric
Power Steering system. If this
happens, stop the vehicle in a saf e
place, and turn of f the engine. Reset
the system by restarting the engine,
and watch the EPS indicator. If it
does not go of f , or comes back on
again while driving, take the vehicle
to your dealer to have it checked.
With the indicator on, the EPS is
turned off, making the vehicle
harder to steer.
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II), and when
you push the START button. If it
comes on at any other time, there is
a problem in the ABS. If this happens,
have your vehicle checked by your
Honda dealer. With this indicator on,
your vehicle still has normal braking
ability but no anti-lock. For more
inf ormation, see page . 20
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Trunk-open Indicator
Door-open IndicatorElectric Power Steering
(EPS) Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
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Removing parts f rom your vehicle,
or replacing components with non-
Honda (af termarket) components
could seriously af f ect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
Some examples are:Lowering the vehicle with an
aftermarket suspension kit that
signif icantly reduces ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps
or other raised objects, which
could cause the airbags to deploy. Larger or smaller wheels and tires
can interf ere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
Do not modif y your steering wheel
or any other part of your
Supplemental Restraint System.
Modif ications could make the
system inef f ective. See the saf ety
precautions on page .
If you plan to modif y your vehicle,
consult your Honda dealer.
Af termarket wheels, because they
are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components. Raising your vehicle with an
af termarket suspension kit can
af f ect handling and stability. 15
Bef ore Driving
Modif ying Your Vehicle
A ccessories and Modif ications
106

CONT INUED
Accessories.................................
Installation .105
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Accessory Power Socket . 70
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .53
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Additives, Engine Oil . 130
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 18
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Air Conditioning .74
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Air Pressure, Tires .146
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Alarm, Anti-theft .53
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Antif reeze .132
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....................
Indicator Light .41, 118
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Operation .117
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 53
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Anti-thef t System .94
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Audio Panel .71
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Audio System .78
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Automatic Speed Control . 95 ............................
Capacities Chart .180
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 34
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Cargo, .107
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .85
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CD Error Messages .86
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CD Changer .84
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CD Changer Error Messages . 87
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CD Player .83
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Certif ication Label .178
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Chains, .150
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .130
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When to .121
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Changing a Flat Tire .155
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Charging System Indicator . 40,166
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 112
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Back-up Light Replacement . 141Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .40, 166
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Jump Starting .162
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Maintenance .151
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Specif ications .181
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Bef ore Driving .99
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Belts,Seat .8,15
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Beverage Holder .70
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Booster Seats .31
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Brakes .116
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 117
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Break-in, New Linings . 100
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Fluid .136
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Parking .67
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System Indicator . 40,168
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Wear Indicators, Disc . 117
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Braking System .116
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 100
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 49
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Brights, Headlights .48
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Bulb Replacement .137
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Back-up Lights .141
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Headlights .137
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Side Turn Signal Lights . 139
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Specif ications .181 ............
Turn Signal Lights . 139,141
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Bulbs, Halogen .137
how to carry
tires
Index
B A C
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Economy, Fuel .104
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Emergencies on the Road . 153
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Battery, Jump Starting . 162
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Changing a Flat Tire . 155
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Charging System Indicator . 166
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Checking the Fuses . 170
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 49
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 166
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 167
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Overheated Engine . 163
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Emergency Brake .67
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Emergency Flashers .49
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 55
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Emissions Controls .185
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Child Saf ety .22
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Booster Seats .31
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Child Seats .26
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 25
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Larger Children .30
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Risk With Airbags .23
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Small Children .26
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Child Seats .26
Cleaning .................................
Floor Mats .143
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Seat Belts .143
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Clutch Fluid .136
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CO in the Exhaust .185
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Compact .154
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Controls, Instruments and . 70
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Convertible Top .61
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Convertible Top Cover . 63
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Lowering the Convertible Top . 61
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Maintenance .65
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Raising the Convertible Top . 64
Coolant ........................................
Adding .132
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Checking .103
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Proper Solution .132
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Temperature Gauge . 45Crankcase Emission Control
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System .185
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Cruise Control Operation . 95
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Cruise Control Indicator . 42
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Cup Holder .70
Customer Relations ................................
Inf ormation .192
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .38
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Daytime Running Lights . 48
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .42
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Dead Battery .162
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 194
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Def rosting the Windows . 77
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Dimensions .180
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Dimming the Headlights . 48
Dipstick ..................................
Engine Oil .103
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Directional Signals .48
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 117
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Disposal of Used Oil .132
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Do Not Tow a Trailer . 118Doors
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Locking and Unlocking . 54
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Monitor Light .41
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Power Door Locks .54
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 182
Downshif ting, 6-speed Manual
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Transmission .114
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Driving .111
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Economy .104
spare tire
Index
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Replacement Inf ormation................
Engine Oil and Filter . 130
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Fuses .170
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Light Bulbs .137
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Schedule .121
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Tires .148
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Wiper Blades .144
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .17
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Restraint, Child .22
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Rotation, Tire .148
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Saf ety Belts .8
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 194
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 35
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Saf ety Messages .ii
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Satellite Radio .88
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Seat Belts .8
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Additional Information . 15
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 14
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Cleaning .143
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .16
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Maintenance .17
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Reminder Light and Beeper . 40...................
System Components . 15
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Use During Pregnancy . 14
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Seats, Adjusting the .58
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Serial Number .178
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Service Intervals .121
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Service Manual .195
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Service Station Procedures . 101
Shif ting The 6-speed Manual
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Transmission .114
Side Turn Signal, Bulb .........................
Replacement in .140
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Signaling Turns .48
6-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 134
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Shif ting the .114
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Snow Tires .149
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Sound System .78
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .154
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Specif ications .181
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Specif ications Charts . 180
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Speed Control .95
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Speedometer .44
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 18
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Additional Safety Precautions . 21....................
Airbag Components . 18
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Airbag Service .21
How the SRS Indicator .......................................
Works .20
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How Your Airbags Work . 18
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SRS Indicator Light . 20,41
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Starting the Engine .113
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With a Dead Battery . 162
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State Emissions Testing . 188
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 163
Steering Wheel .............
Anti-theft Column Lock . 53
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Stereo Sound System .78
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Storing Your Vehicle .152
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Stuck Vehicle .174
Supplemental Restraint System ......................................
Servicing .21
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SRS Indicator .20 ,41
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Tensioners, Seat Belts . 16
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Tachometer .44
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Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 141
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 153
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