2001 HONDA INSIGHT oil level

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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 .Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
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 .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Automatic transmission (CVT)
Check the f luid level monthly. See
page . 124
125
177 193
198
178 181
Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance165

To add oil, unscrew and remove the
engine oil f ill cap on top of the valve
cover. Pour in the oil, and install the
engine oil f ill cap. Tighten it securely.
Wait a f ew minutes and recheck the
oil level. Do not f ill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.Oil is major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
as long as you own it.
Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
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A dding Oil Recommended Oil
Engine Oil
Maint enance
167
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AAPPIICCEERRTTIIFFIICCAATTIIOONNSSEEAALL

Let the engine run f or several
minutes and check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level. If necessary, add oil to bring
the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick.
Install the black cover under the
engine.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator light should go out within
f ive seconds. If it does not, turn of f
the engine and reinspect your
work.
Remove the oil f ilter and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available f rom your
Honda dealer) is required to
remove the f ilter.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
instructions that come with it. 5. 6. 7.
8. 9.
10.
3. 4.
Engine Oil
Maint enance
170
OOIILLFFIILLTTEERR 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
2.6 US qt (2.5
, 2.2 Imp qt)
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an API service SG, SH or SJ
grade motor oil with a viscosity of
SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a
temporary replacement. An SG
grade is pref erred, but an SH or SJ
grade may be used if SG is not
available. However, motor oil does
not contain the proper additives and
continued use can cause stif f er
shif ting. Replace as soon as it is
convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the car sitting on
the level ground.
Remove the black cover under the
engine. Remove the transmission f iller bolt
and caref ully f eel inside the bolt hole
with your f inger. The f luid level
should be up to the edge of the bolt
hole. If it is not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the f iller bolt and tighten it securely.
Maint enance
T ransmission Fluid
5-speed Manual Transmission 180

This indicator should light when the
ignition switch is ON (II), and go out
af ter the engine starts. It should
never come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing, it
indicates that the oil pressure
dropped very low f or a moment, then
recovered. If the indicator stays on
with the engine running, it shows
that the engine has lost oil pressure
and serious engine damage is
possible. In either case, you should
take immediate action.Saf ely pull of f the road and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Letthecarsitforaminute.Open
the hood and check the oil level
(see page ). Although oil level
and oil pressure are not directly
connected, an engine that is very
low on oil can lose pressure during
cornering and other driving
maneuvers. Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If the light
does not go out within ten seconds,
turn of f the engine. There is a
mechanical problem that needs to
be repaired bef ore you can
continue driving. (See
on page .)
The engine running generates the
oil pressure.
When the auto idle stop is
activated, the engine is stopped.
But the low oil pressure indicator
does not light.
1. 2. 3. 4.
124 167 239
Emergency
Towing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
228
LLOOWWOOIILLPPRREESSSSUURREEIINNDDIICCAATTOORR
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 car stopped.

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Accessories and Modif ications . 128
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Accessories . 128
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Additional Safety Precaution . 129
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Modif ications . 129
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) . 70
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Accessory Power Socket . 80
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Additives, Engine Oil . 168
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 47
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Air Conditioning System . 90
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Maintenance . 190
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Usage . 90
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 90
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Air Pressure, Tires . 192
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Normal Driving . 192
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Alcohol in Gasoline . 248
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Antif reeze . 171
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock . 69
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Appearance Care . 207
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Audio System . 98
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Auto Idle Stop . 137, 145
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Automatic Transmission . 140
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Capacity, Fluid . 244 ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 178
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Shif ting . 140
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 140
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Shif t Lever Positions . 140
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Shif t Lock Release . 144
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 56, 229
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Jump Starting . 225
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Maintenance . 185
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Specif ications . 245
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Bef ore Driving . 119
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Belts, Seat . 8
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Beverage Holder . 80
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Body Repairs . 213
Brakes
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Break-in, New Linings . 120
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Fluid . 181
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Bulb Replacement . 203
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Parking . 79
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System Indicator . 46, 231
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Wear Indicators . 148
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Braking System . 149 ........................
Break-in, New Car . 120
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 62
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Brights, Headlights . 61
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 203
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Brake Light . 203
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Front Parking Lights . 201
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Front Side Marker Lights . 201
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Headlights . 200
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Interior Light . 205
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License Plate Lights . 204
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Specif ications . 245
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Turn Signal Lights . 201
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Bulbs, Halogen . 200
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Capacities Chart . 244
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 40
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Carrying Cargo . 130
Cassette Player
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Care . 118
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Operation . 104
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
Index
A
B
C
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Charging System Indicator . 229
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Checking the Fuses . 233
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 228
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 230
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Overheated Engine . 227
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Emergency Brake . 79
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Emergency Flashers . 65
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Emergency Towing . 239
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Emissions Controls . 250 Engine
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Belts . 191
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 58
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 48, 230
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 167
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Overheating . 227
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Specif ications . 244
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Starting . 135
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Engine Speed Limiter . 139, 143
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 248
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 250
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Exhaust Fumes . 40
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 17
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Exterior, Cleaning the . 208 ............................
Fabric, Cleaning . 211
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Fan, Interior . 84
Features, Comfort and
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Convenience . 83
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 121
Filter
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Dust and Pollen . 191
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Oil . 167
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 180
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Shif ting the . 136
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 65
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 217
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .....................................
(CVT) . 178
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Brake . 181
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Clutch . 181
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Manual Transmission . 180
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Windshield Washer . 177
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 112
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 249
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Four-way Flashers . 65 .................................................
Fuel . 126
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Fill Door and Cap . 121
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Gauge . 58
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Octane Requirement . 120
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Oxygenated . 248
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Reserve Indicator . 58
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Tank, Filling the . 121
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Fuses, Checking the . 233
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 126
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Gasohol . 248
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Gasoline . 120
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 48
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Gauge . 50
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Octane Requirement . 120
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Tank, Filling the . 121
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Gas Station Procedures . 121
Index
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Load Limit . 131
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 69
Locks
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Fuel Fill Door . 121
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Hatch . 71
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Low Coolant Level . 125
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Low Fuel Indicator . 58
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 139
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 244
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Luggage . 130
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Maintenance . 153
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
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Record . 154
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Required Indicator . 59
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Saf ety . 154
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Schedule . 156
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 48, 230
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Manual Transmission . 136
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 180
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Meters, Gauges . 50
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Methanol in Gasoline . 248
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 78 ..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 120
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NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
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Numbers, Identif ication . 242
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 120
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Odometer . 50
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Odometer, Trip . 51
Oil
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Change, How to . 169
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Change, When to . 158
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Checking Engine . 124
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart . 168
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 70
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 250
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Opening the Hatch . 71
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Operation in Foreign Countries . 249
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Outside Mirrors . 78
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Overheating, Engine . 227
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
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Oxygenated Fuels . 248 ..............................
Paint Touch-up . 210
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Panel Brightness Control . 62
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Parking . 147
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Parking Brake . 79
Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator . 46, 232
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 252
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PGM-FI System . 251
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Polishing and Waxing . 210
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Pre-Drive Saf ety Checklist . 11
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
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Protecting Adults . 12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
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Protecting Children . 19
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Protecting Larger Children . 29
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Protecting Small Children . 26
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers . 33
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