2002 HONDA ODYSSEY maintenance

If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter
(see page ).
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park. Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield. Disconnect the battery.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Nonporous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, run the engine f or a
while periodically (pref erably once
amonth).
If you store your vehicle f or 12
months or longer, have your Honda
dealer perf orm the inspections called
f or in the 24 months/30,000 miles
(48,000 km) maintenance schedule
(Normal Conditions) as soon as you
take it out of storage (see page ).
The replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
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St oring Your Vehicle
Maint enance327

Two f actors normally contribute to
causing corrosion in your vehicle:Moisture trapped in body cavities.
Dirtandroadsaltthatcollectsin
hollows on the underside of the
vehicle stays damp, promoting
corrosion in that area.
Removal of paint and protective
coatings f rom the exterior and
underside of the vehicle. Repair chips and scratches in the
paint as soon as you discover them.
Many corrosion-preventive measures
are built into your Honda. You can
help keep your vehicle f rom
corroding by perf orming some
simple periodic maintenance:
Inspect and clean out the drain
holes in the bottom of the doors
and body.
Check the f loor coverings f or
dampness. Carpeting and f loor
mats may remain damp f or a long
time, especially in winter. This
dampness can eventually cause
the f loor panels to corrode. Use a high-pressure spray to clean
the underside of your vehicle. This
is especially important in areas
that use road salt in winter. It is
also a good idea in humid climates
and areas subject to salt air. Be
caref ul of the ABS wheel sensors
and wiring at each wheel.
Have the corrosion-preventive
coatings on the underside of your
vehicle inspected and repaired
periodically.
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2.
Corrosion Prot ect ion
Appearance Care335

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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation371
Lights
Battery
Fuses Engine
Alignment
Tires
12 V 21 W
12 V 21/5 W
3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm)
212 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
10 : 1
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0°
0°30’
2°07’
225/60R16 98T
T135/80D16 101M
36 psi (250 kPa , 2.5 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
24/2.2 CP
12 V 1.8 W 12 V 8 W 12 V 21 W
12 V 3 CP 2CP
21 CP (18 W)
4CP
10 W
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 12 V
60/55 W (HB2)
12 V
65 AH/20 HR 52 AH/5 HR
12 V
12 V
Headlights
Front turn signal/parking/side
marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights/Rear side
marker lights
Taillights
Back-up lights
License plate light
High-mount brake light
Individual map lights
Cargo area light
Vanity mirror lights
Capacity
Interior
Under-hood Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Size
Pressure
See page 364or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
See page 364or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page 363or the fuse box
cover. See spark plug maintenance sec-
tion page
302.
High/Low
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front
Rear
Driver’s side
Passenger’s side (Amber)
Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC,
6-cylinder, gasoline engine

Î
ÎThe burning of gasoline in your
vehicle’s engine produces several by-
products. Some of these are carbon
monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen
(NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC).
Gasoline evaporating f rom the tank
also produces hydrocarbons. Con-
trolling the production of NOx, CO,
and HC is important to the environ-
ment. Under certain conditions of
sunlight and climate, NOx and HC
react to f orm photochemical ‘‘smog.’’
Carbon monoxide does not contri-
bute to smog creation, but it is a
poisonous gas. The United States Clean Air Act
sets standards f or automobile
emissions. It also requires that
automobile manufacturers explain to
owners how their emissions controls
workandwhattodotomaintain
them. This section summarizes how
the emissions controls work.
Scheduled maintenance is on page
.
In Canada, Honda vehicles comply
with the Canadian Motor Vehicle
Saf ety Standards (CMVSS) f or
Emissions valid at the time they are
manuf actured.
Your vehicle has a Positive
Crankcase Ventilation System. This
keeps gasses that build up in the
engine’s crankcase f rom going into
the atmosphere. The Positive Crank-
case Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the
intake manif old. They are then
drawn into the engine and burned.
As gasoline evaporates in the f uel
tank, an evaporative emissions
control canister f illed with charcoal
adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
canister while the engine is of f . Af ter
the engine is started and warmed up,
the vapor is drawn into the engine
and burned during driving.
The Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
Recovery (ORVR) system captures
the f uel vapors during ref ueling. The
vapors are adsorbed in a canister
f illed with activated carbon. While
driving, the f uel vapors are drawn
into the engine and burned of f .
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The Clean Air Act
Crankcase Emissions Control
System Evaporative Emissions Control
System
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
Recovery
T echnical Inf ormation
Emissions Cont rols
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) This manual complements the Service Manual by
providing in-depth troubleshooting inf ormation f or each
electrical circuit in your vehicle.
This manual describes the procedures involved in the
replacement of damaged body parts. This manual covers maintenance and recommended
procedures f or repair to engine and chassis components.
It is written f or the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple
enough f or most mechanically-inclined owners to under-
stand.
Authorized Manuals
Service Manual:
Electrical T roubleshooting Manual:
Body Repair Manual:
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Accessories and Modif ications . 239
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Accessories .239
...
Additional Safety Precaution . 240
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Modif ications .240
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .82
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Accessory Power Sockets . 126
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Additives, Engine Oil . 287
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 53
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Air Cleaner Element .298
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Air Conditioning System . 132,140
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Maintenance .307
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Rear A/C Control .154
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Usage .132, 140
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 134,140
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Air Pressure, Tires .309
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Alcohol in Gasoline .374
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Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning . 331
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Antif reeze .289
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .65, 256
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Operation .255
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 188
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 81..........................
Appearance Care .329
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Armrests .104
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Audio Controls, Remote . 187
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Audio System . 157,169,189
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 51
...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 73
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Automatic Speed Control . 222
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Automatic Transmission . 248
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Capacity, Fluid .370
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Checking Fluid Level . 295
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Shif ting .249
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 248
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Shif t Lever Positions . 249
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Shif t Lock Release . 251
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .64, 355
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Jump Starting .349
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Maintenance .303
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Specif ications .371
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Bef ore Driving .231
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Belts,Seat .8,49
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Beverage Holder .120 ...................................
Body Repair .336
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 255
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Break-in, New Linings . 232
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Bulb Replacement .320
...........................................
Fluid .296
.......................................
Parking .117
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System Indicator . 64,358
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Wear Indicators .254
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Braking System .254
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 232
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 73
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Brights, Headlights .72
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .321
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Brake Lights .320
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Cargo Area Light .325
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Front Parking Lights . 319
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Front Side Marker Lights . 319
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Headlights .318
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High-mount Brake Light . 322
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Individual Map Lights . 324
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License Plate Light . 323
Index
A
B
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Switch .81
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Timing Control System . 377
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Immobilizer System .80
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 63
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Individual Map Lights . 129
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Inf ant Restraint .32
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Inf ant Seats .28
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Tether Anchorage Points . 45
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 309
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Inside Mirror .116
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Inspection, Tire .311
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Instrument Panel .2 ,62
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 73
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Interior Cleaning .332
...............................
Interior Lights .127
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 342
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Jack, Tire .340
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Jump Starting .349 .......................
Label, Certif ication .368
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Lane Change, Signaling . 74
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 15,49
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LATCH .47
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Light Control Switch .127
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .318
.......................................
Indicator .63
.......................................
Interior .127
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Parking .72
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Turn Signal .74
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Load Limits .242, 262
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 81
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 81
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Fuel Fill Door .233
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Glove Box .90
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Lockout Prevention . 83
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Power Door .82
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Sliding Doors .92 ........................................
Tailgate .88
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Low Coolant Level .237
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Low Fuel Indicator .67
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,354
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 370
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Luggage .241
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Keys .79
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Maintenance .271
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 283
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Record .281-282
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Required Indicator .70
..........................................
Saf ety .272
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Schedule .274-280
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 64,356
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Manual Sliding Doors .91
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Meters, Gauges .68
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Methanol in Gasoline . 374
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Mirrors, Adjusting .116
Moving the Second Row Bucket .............................................
Seat .106
Index
J K
L
M
V

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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 232
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Odometer .68
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Odometer, Trip .69
Oil ........................
Change, How to .287
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Change, When to .276
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Checking Engine .236
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Pressure Indicator . 64,354
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .286
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 82
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Operation in Foreign Countries . 375
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Outside Mirrors .116
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Overheating, Engine .351
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 283
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Oxygenated Fuels .374
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Neutral Gear Position . 250
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New Vehicle Break-in . 232
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............
Numbers, Identif ication . 368..............................
Paint Touch-up .331
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Panel Brightness Control . 73
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Park Gear Position .249
...........................................
Parking .253
...............................
Parking Brake .117
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Parking Lights .72
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 253
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PGM-FI System .377
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Polishing and Waxing . 331
Power Sliding Doors .................................
Indicator .66, 97
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Operation .92
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Switches .93
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Pre-Drive Saf ety Checklist . 11
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 20
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Protecting Adults .12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 20
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 20
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Protecting Children .22
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Protecting Inf ants .32
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Protecting Larger Children . 41
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Protecting Small Children . 37
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .45 .............................
Using LATCH .47
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Radiator Overheating . 351
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Radio/CD Sound System . 169
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Readiness Codes .357
...............................
Rear A/C Unit .154
.......................
Rear Compartment .124
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Rear Entertainment System . 205
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement .320, 321
..........................
Rear View Mirror .116
.................
Rear Window Def ogger . 77
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Rear Windows .115
.
Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 76
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 100,103
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Reclining the Second Seats . 100
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Reclining the Third Seat . 100
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Reminder Lights .63
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Remote Audio Controls . 187
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Remote Control .211
.......................
Remote Transmitter .84
Removing the Second ...........................................
Seats .108
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