2000 Insight Online Reference Owner's Manual
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elminc.com. Contents
Introduction
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A Few Words About Safety........................................................................\
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Driver and Passenger Safety ........................................................................\
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Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restr\
aint System.
Instruments and Control s........................................................................\
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Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering colu\
mn controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ........................................................................\
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How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other c\
onvenience features.
Before Driving........................................................................\
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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ........................................................................\
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The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, pl\
us towing a trailer.
Maintenance........................................................................\
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The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Car e........................................................................\
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Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your\
vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpecte d........................................................................\
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This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, a nd how to handle them.
Technical Informatio n........................................................................\
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ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................243
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact \
us.
Authorized Manu als (U.S. only)........................................................................\
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How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index........................................................................\
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Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
Your Car at a Glance.....................................................................................\
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Owner's Identification Form