2004 HONDA ELEMENT charging

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ÎThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols53
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED INDICATOR DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
TAILGATE AND HATCH
OPEN INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.54, 193)
(P.54, 192)
(P.54, 194)
(P.57) (P.54, 192) (P.55)(P.56)
(P.55)
(P.55)(P.57)
(P.57)
(P.55)
(P.56)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators that give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.
See page .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to ON (II). It is a
reminder to check the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake not f ully released can
damage the brakes and tires.
If the indicator remains lit after
you have f ully released the
parking brake while the engine is
running, or if it comes on while
driving, it can indicate a problem
in the brake system. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more inf ormation, see page . This indicator has two f unctions:
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It
is a reminder you and your
passengers to protect yourselves by
f astening you seat belts.
If you do not f asten your seat belt,
the indicator stays on until you do.
The indicator stays off if you fasten
your seat belt bef ore turning on the
ignition.
2.
1.
193
192
192 194
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Instrument Panel
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
IndicatorParking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
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U.S. Canada
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire . 180
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Changing a Flat Tire . 181
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If the Engine Won’t Start . 186
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Jump Starting . 188
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If the Engine Overheats . 190
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 192
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Charging System Indicator . 192
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 193
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Brake System Indicator . 194
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Emergency Towing . 195
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Fuses . 196
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Fuse Locations . 199
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed179
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
This light should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low. Serious engine damage is
possible and you should take
immediate action. Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure light. If it does not go out
within ten seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving.
(See on page
).
1. 2. 4.
3. 113
157
195
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed192
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 vehicle stopped.
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator . 54, 192
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Jump Starting . 188
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Maintenance . 177
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Specif ications . 205
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Bef ore Driving . 109
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Belts,Seat .8,19
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Beverage Holders . 87
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Body Panels . 165
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Booster Seats . 45
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 133
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Break-in, New Linings . 110
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Bulb Replacement . 166 ...........................................
Fluid . 164
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Parking . 83
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System Indicator . 54, 194
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Wear Indicators . 133
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Braking System . 132
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 110
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 63
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Brights, Headlights . 62
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 169
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Brake Lights . 169
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Front Parking Lights . 167
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Front Side Marker Lights . 168
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Headlights . 166
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Specif ications . 205
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Turn Signal Lights . 167
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Bulbs, Halogen . 166
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Capacities Chart . 204
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 48
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Cargo . 117
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Cargo, . 117
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Accessories and Modif ications . 115
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Accessories . 115
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Modif ications . 116
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) . 69
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Accessory Power Sockets . 87
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Additives, Engine Oil . 157
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Airbag (SRS) . 10, 22
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Air Conditioning System . 91
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Usage . 91
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 92
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Air Pressure, Tires . 172
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Normal Driving . 173
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Antif reeze . 160
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 55, 134
...................................
Operation . 133
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 104
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 69
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Armrests, Front Seat . 74
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Audio System . 94
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 20
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Automatic Speed Control . 107 ..............
Automatic Transmission . 127
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Capacity, Fluid . 204
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Checking Fluid Level . 162
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Shif ting . 127
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 127
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Shif t Lever Positions . 127
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Shif t Lock Release . 130
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 106
how to carry
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care . 101
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CD Changer . 100
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CD Error Message . 102
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CD Changer Error Message . 103
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CD Player . 100
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Ceiling Pocket . 86
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Certif ication Label . 202
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Chains, . 176
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Changing a Flat Tire . 181
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Changing Oil . 158
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How to . 158
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When to . 149
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Charging System Indicator . 54, 192
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 123
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Child Saf ety . 29
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Child Seats . 37
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Important Saf ety Reminder . 29
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Inf ants . 34
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Large Children . 44
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LATCH . 37
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Lower Anchors . 39
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Risks with Airbags . 30
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Small Children . 36
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Tethers . 39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43 ............
Where Should Child Sit? . 30
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Cleaning the Body Panels . 165
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Clock . 105
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Clock, Setting the . 105
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Clutch Fluid . 164
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CO in the Exhaust . 211
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 124
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Compact Spare . 180
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Consumer Inf ormation . 214
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Controls, Instruments and . 51
Coolant
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Adding . 160
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Checking . 113
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Proper Solution . 160
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Temperature Gauge . 59
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 209
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Cruise Control Indicator . 56
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Cruise Control Operation . 107
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Customer Service Of f ice . 214
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 2, 52 Daytime Running Lights
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Indicator . 56
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Dead Battery . 188
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 216
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Def og and Def rost . 91
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 63
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Def rosting the Windows . 93
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Dimensions . 204
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Dimming the Headlights . 62
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission . 162
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Engine Oil . 113
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Directional Signals . 62
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 133
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Disposal of Used Oil . 159
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking . 70
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Power Door Locks . 70
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 206
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
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Transmission . 125
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Driving . 121
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Economy . 114
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Driving Guidelines . 122
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 170
tires
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CONT INUED
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Economy, Fuel . 114
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Emergencies . 179
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Jump Starting . 188
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Brake System Indicator . 194
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Changing a Flat Tire . 181
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Charging System Indicator . 192
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Checking the Fuses . 196
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 63
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 192
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 193
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Overheated Engine . 190
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Towing . 195
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Emergency Brake . 83
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Emergency Flashers . 63
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Emissions Controls . 209
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Emissions Testing, State . 212 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 59
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Engine Speed Limiter . 126, 129
.............................. 186
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp . 54, 193
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 54, 192
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 157 ...............................
Overheating . 190
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Specif ications . 204
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Starting . 124
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 110
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 209
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Exhaust Fumes . 48
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 17
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Fan, Interior . 90
Features, Comfort and
................................
Convenience . 89
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 111
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 170
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Oil . 158
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 163
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Shif ting the . 125
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 63
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 181
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 162
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Brake . 164 .........................................
Clutch . 164
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Manual Transmission . 163
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Power Steering . 165
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Windshield Washer . 161
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception . 97
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Folding Rear Seat . 77
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Four-way Flashers . 63
Front Seat
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Adjusting . 11
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Airbags . 22
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Fuel . 110
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Fill Door and Cap . 111
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Gauge . 58
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Octane Requirement . 110
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Reserve Indicator . 56
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Tank, Filling the . 111
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Fuses, Checking the . 196
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 114
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Gasohol . 110
If it won’t start
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Gasoline . 110
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 56
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Gauge . 58
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Octane Requirement . 110
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Tank, Filling the . 111
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Gas Station Procedures . 111
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 59
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Fuel . 58
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 127
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 126
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Glove Box . 87
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 166
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Hatch . 71
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 63
Headlights
........................................
Aiming . 166
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Daytime Running Lights . 62
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High Beam Indicator . 56
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Reminder Beeper . 62
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 166 ...................................
Turning on . 62
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Head Restraints . 75
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Heating and Cooling . 90
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High-Low Beam Switch . 62
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Hood, Opening the . 112
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Horn .3,60
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Hydraulic Clutch . 164
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 202
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 65
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Switch . 69
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Timing Control System . 210
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Immobilizer System . 66
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators
..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 55
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) . 54, 194
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Charging System . 54
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Cruise Control . 56
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) . 56
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High Beam . 56 ........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
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Low Fuel . 56
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Low Oil Pressure . 54
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Side Airbag Of f . 55
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SRS . 55
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning . 56
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Washer Level . 57
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 53
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Inf ant Restraint . 34
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Inf ant Seats . 34
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LATCH Anchorage System . 39
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Lower Anchors . 39
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Tether Anchorage Points . 43
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 172
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Normal Driving . 173
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Inside Mirror . 82
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Inspection, Tire . 174
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Instrument Panel . 53
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 63
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Introduction . i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 183
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Jack, Tire . 181
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