2004 HONDA ODYSSEY 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 rols59
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATORPARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR
POWER SLIDING
DOOR INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.62)
(P.65) (P.64)
(P.64) (P.61)
(P.61)
(P.60, 252)
(P.60, 252)
(P.253) (P.159)(P.
62)
(P.63) SIDE AIRBAG
OFF
INDICATOR
(P.61)
(P.64)
(P.60)
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR (P.60)

The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.
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 .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .This indicator has two f unctions:
If it remains lit af ter you f ully
release the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more inf ormation, see
page . This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It
reminds you and your passengers to
f asten your seat belts. A beeper also
sounds if you have not f astened your
seat belt.
If you do not f asten your seat belt,
the beeper will stop af ter a f ew
seconds but the indicator stays on
until you do. Both the indicator and
the beeper stay of f if you f asten your
seat belt bef ore turning on the
ignition.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the 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.
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252
252 254
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
IndicatorParking Brake and Brake System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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U.S. Canada

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 .238
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Changing a Flat Tire .239
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If the Engine Won’t Start . 247
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Jump Starting .248
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If the Engine Overheats . 250
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 252
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Charging System Indicator . 252
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 253
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Brake System Indicator . 254
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Emergency Towing .255
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Fuses .257
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Fuse Locations .260
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed237

This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. 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 indicators.
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 ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 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
). 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 Honda dealer or a service
station where you can get technical
assistance.
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
1.
2.
3.
4.
211
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255
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed252
NOTICE:
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.

BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator .60, 252
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Jump Starting .248
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Maintenance .235
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Specif ications .267
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Bef ore Driving .167
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Belts,Seat .8,20
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Beverage Holders .106
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Booster Seats .51
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 190
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Break-in, New Linings . 168....................
Bulb Replacement .223
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Fluid .218
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Parking .103
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System Indicator . 60,254
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Wear Indicators .189
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Braking System .189
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 168
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 72
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Brights, Headlights .71
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .224
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Brake Lights .223
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Front Parking Lights . 222
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Front Side Marker Lights . 222
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Headlights .220
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High-mount Brake Light . 225
Bulb Replacement .........................
Rear Bulbs .223, 224
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Specif ications .267
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Turn Signal Lights . 222
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Bulbs, Halogen .220
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Accessories .174
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .77
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Accessory Power Sockets . 109
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Additives, Engine Oil . 212
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AdvancedAirbagSystem . 27
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 24
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Air Conditioning System . 116
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Rear A/C Control .123
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Usage .119, 121
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Air Outlets (Vents) .118
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Air Pressure, Tires .230
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Alcohol in Gasoline .168
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Antenna .227
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Antif reeze .214
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .61, 190
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Operation .190
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 144
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 77
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Armrests .92
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Audio Controls, Remote . 143
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Audio System .126
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22 ...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 72
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Automatic Speed Control . 160
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Automatic Transmission . 184
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Capacity, Fluid .266
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Checking Fluid Level . 216
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Shif ting .184
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .184
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Shif t Lever Positions . 185
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Shif t Lock Release . 186
CONT INUED
Index
A
B
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .2, 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .64
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Dead Battery .248
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 280
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 73
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Cancel Button .160
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Capacities Chart .266
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54
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Cargo Area Light .114
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Cargo Hooks .179
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Cargo, How to Carry .176
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Cargo Net .179
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .142
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Operation .139
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .135
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CD Changer .134
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CD Changer Error Message . 137
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CD Error Message .136
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CD Player .133
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Center Pocket .110
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Center Table .105
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Certif ication Label .264
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Chains, Tires .234
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .212
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When to .205
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Changing a Flat Tire .239 ...
Charging System Indicator . 60,252
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 182
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Childproof Door Locks . 79
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Child Saf ety .35
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Booster Seats .51
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Child Seats .42
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 39
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Inf ants .40
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Lerger Children .50
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LATCH .44
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Risks with Airbags .36
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Small Children .41
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Tethers .48
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Where Should A Child Sit? . 36
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Child Seats .42
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LATCH Anchorage System . 44
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts .226
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Climate Control System . 121
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Clock .105
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Coat Hook .111
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Code, Audio System .144
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CO in the Exhaust .271
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Coin Holder .110
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 183......................
Compact Spare Tire .238
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Consumer Inf ormation . 278
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Controls, Instruments and . 57
Coolant ........................................
Adding .214
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Checking .172
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Proper Solution .214
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Temperature Gauge . 67
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .271
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Cruise Control Indicator . 64
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Cruise Control Operation . 160
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Cup Holders .106
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Customer Service Of f ice . 278
Index
C
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II

CONT INUED
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Def rosting the Windows . 120
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Dimensions .266
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Dimming the Headlights . 71
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 216
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Engine Oil .171
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Directional Signals .71
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 189
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Disposal of Used Oil .213
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 78
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Lockout Prevention . 78
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Manual Sliding Doors . 84
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Monitor Light .63
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Power Door Locks .78
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Power Sliding Doors . 84
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 268
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .181
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Economy .173
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 227
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DVD Error Message .155
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DVD Player .145 ..............................
Economy, Fuel .173
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Emergencies .237
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Battery, Jump Starting . 248
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Brake System Indicator . 254
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Changing a Flat Tire . 239
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Charging System Indicator . 252
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Checking the Fuses . 257
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 73
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Jump Starting .248
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 252
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 253
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Overheated Engine . 250
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Towing .255
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Emergency Brake .103
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Emergency Flashers .73
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Emergency Towing .255
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Emissions Controls .271
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Emissions Testing, State . 274
Engine ....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 67
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Engine Speed Limiter . 186
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If It Won’t Start .247
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .60, 253 ........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 60,252
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 211
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Overheating .250
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Specif ications .267
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Starting .183
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 271
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Exhaust Fumes .54
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .272
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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Fan, Interior .117
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .115
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 169
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .227
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Oil .212
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 73
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 239
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Floor Mats .226
Index
E
F
III

CONT INUED
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators .59
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 61,190
Brake (Parking and Brake ...........................
System) .60, 254
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Brake Lamp .63
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Charging System . 60,252
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Cruise Control .64
DRL (Daytime Running .....................................
Lights) .64
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High Beam .64
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 62
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Low Fuel .64
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Low Oil Pressure . 60,252
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Side Airbag Of f .31, 61
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SRS .30, 61
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .63
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Washer Level .64
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Individual Map Lights . 113
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Inf ant Restraint .40
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Inf ant Seats .42
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LATCH Anchorage System . 44
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Lower Anchors .44
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 230.................................
Inside Mirror .102
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Inspection, Tire .231
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Instrument Panel .2 ,59
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 72
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Interior Lights .112
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 242
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Jack, Tire .240
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Jump Starting .248
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Keys .75
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Label, Certif ication .264
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Lane Change, Signaling . 71
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14,20
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LATCH Anchorage System . 44
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Light Control Switch .112
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .220 .......................................
Indicator .59
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Interior .112
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Parking .71
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Turn Signal .71
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Load Limits .177, 194
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 77
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 77
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Fuel Fill Door .169
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Glove Box .109
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Lockout Prevention . 78
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Power Door .78
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Sliding Doors .84
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Tailgate .79
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Low Coolant Level .172
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Low Fuel Indicator .64
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 60,252
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Lower Anchors .44
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 266
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Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 179
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 176
Index
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