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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 page given.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page . Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . 154
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216
Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance203

Check the operation of your car’s
exterior lights at least once a month.
A burned out bulb can create an
unsaf e condition by reducing your
car’s visibility and the ability to
signal your intentions to other
drivers.
Lights
Maint enance238
HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAMHEADLIGHT LOW BEAMTURN SIGNAL/SIDE MARKER LIGHT/
PARKING LIGHT

Check the f ollowing:Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
High-mount brake light
Turn signals
Back-up lights
Hazard light f unction
License plate light
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian models)
If youfindanybulbsareburnedout,
replace them as soon as possible.
Refer to the chart on page to
determinewhattypeof replacement
bulb is needed. 289
Lights
Maint enance239
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Insert the new bulb into the hole
and turn it one-quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb. Remove the bulb by turning it
approximately one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
Open the hood. Reinstall the radiator reserve tank.
If you need to change a bulb on
the driver’s side, remove the
radiator reserve tank.
Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by squeezing the
connector to unlock the tab, then
slide the connector of f the bulb. The f ront side marker/turn signal
light bulb and parking light bulb use
the same bulb.
If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
turn the steering wheel all the way
to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.
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7. 6. 5.
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2.
Lights
Maint enance
Replacing Front Turn Signal and
Side Marker L ight Bulbs
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Determine which of the f our bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillights, turn
signal light, or back-up light.Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Reinstall the trunk lining. Make
sure it is installed under the edge
of the trunk seal.
Put the f astener in the hole on the
side of the trunk lining and push
on the center until it locks (the
center is f lush with the head).
Screw the cargo net mounting
button back into the hole.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Open the trunk.
Remove the f astener on the edge
of the trunk opening by turning it
counterclockwise with a coin.
Unscrew the cargo net mounting
button. Pull the lining back.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
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4. 5.
6.
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8.
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Lights
Maint enance
Replacing Rear Bulbs
243
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20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
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20 A
20 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
Fuel Pump
SRS
Heater Control, A/C Clutch
Relay, Cooling Fan Relay
R/C Mirror
Daytime Running Lights
ECU (ECM/PCM), Cruise
Control
SRS
ACC
Instrument Panel, Back-up
Lights
IG1 Turn Signals
IG1 Coil
Wiper, Washer
Starter Signal
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
7.5 A
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On Canadian models Moonroof
Left Power Seat Reclining
Heated Seat
Driver’s Power Seat
Assistant Power Seat
Right Seat Reclining
Rear Lef t Power Window
Front Right Power Window
ACC (Radio)
Navigation System, Daytime
Running Lights
Interior Light, Courtesy
Lights
Power Door Locks
Clock
ABS Motor Check
Driver’s Power Window
Rear Right Power Window
No. Amps.
Circuits Protected
Amps.
No. Circuits Protected
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed281
INTERIOR FUSE BOXES
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Passenger’s Side
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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation289
Tires Alignment Engine
Fuses Battery Lights 3.50 x 3.39 in (89.0 x 86.0 mm)
12 V 60 W (HB3)
12 V 24/2.2 CP
12 V 21 W
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 18 W
12 V 3 CP
12 V 7 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 2 CP
12 V 1.1 W
12 V 4 CP 195.8 cu-in (3,210 cm
)
9.8 : 1
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm) 0°
0°30’
3°00’
P205/60R16 91V
T135/80R16 101M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Size
Pressure Toe-in
Camber
Caster Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), gasoline engine
Interior
Under-hood Capacity 12 V 65 AH/20 HR
Headlights
Front turn signal/Side marker/
Parking lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
High-mount brake light
Back-up lights
License plate light
Ceiling light
Trunk light
Door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
Spotlights
See page281or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door on each side of the
dashboard.
See page 280or the fuse box
cover. See spark plug maintenance
section page
223.
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare
(High beam)
Low beam headlight bulbs are a type of high voltage discharge tube.

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Accessories and Modif ications . 157
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Accessories .157
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Additional Safety Precautions . 158
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Modif ications .158
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .79
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Accessory Power Sockets . 109
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Additives, Engine Oil . 207
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 45
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Air Cleaner Element .220
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Air Conditioning Filter . 230
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Air Conditioning System . 114,121
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Maintenance .229
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Usage .116, 121
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Air Pressure, Tires .232
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Alcohol in Gasoline .292
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Antif reeze .210
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .57, 178
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Operation .177
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 146
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 78
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Appearance Care .249
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Audio System .127 ...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 66
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Automatic Speed Control . 72
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Automatic Transmission . 166
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Capacity,Fluid .288
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Checking Fluid Level . 216
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Shif ting .166
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 166
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Shif t Lever Positions . 167
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Shif t Lock Release . 173
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .56, 272
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Jump Starting .266
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Maintenance .224
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Specif ications .289
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Bef ore Driving .149
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Belts,Seat .8,42
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Beverage Holder .107
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Body Repair .256
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 177
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Break-in, New Linings . 150
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Bulb Replacement .243 ...........................................
Fluid .218
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Parking .103
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System Indicator . 56,275
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Wear Indicators .176
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Braking System .176
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Break-in, New Car .150
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 67
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Brights, Headlights .65
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .243
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Brake Lights .243
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Ceiling Light .245
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Courtesy Lights .245
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Front Side Marker Lights . 241
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Headlights .240
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High-mount Brake Light . 244
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License Plate Light . 244
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Specif ications .289
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Spotlights .245
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Turn Signal Lights . 241
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Bulbs, Halogen .240
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