2004 HONDA PILOT brake light

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Compact Spare Tire .196
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Changing a Flat Tire .197
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If Your Engine Won’t Start . 201
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Jump Starting .202
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If Your Engine Overheats . 204
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Low Oil Pressure Light . 206
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Charging System Indicator . 206
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Malf unction Indicator . 207
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Brake System Indicator . 208
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Emergency Towing .208
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Fuses .209
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Fuse Locations .212
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Taking Care of the Unexpected
195

Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0). Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.Thetoolsandjackarebehinda
cover in the cargo area on the
driver’s side. Remove the cover by
pushing the top of it.
Turn the jack’s end
counterclockwise to loosen it, then
remove the jack and tools.
If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area that is
far away from the traffic lanes.
2. 1.3.
4.
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed197
JACK
SPARE TIRE
TOOLS COVER
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.

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There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See on page . You cannot start a Honda by pushing
or pulling it. Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions. Open the hood and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or like ice, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
Turn of f all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, climate
control, stereo system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the dash panel to blink
rapidly(seepage ).
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the warning light may not
be working.
1.
2.
3.
209
20853
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing Jump Starting
To Jump Start Your Vehicle:
If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting
202
NOTICE:
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery. If a battery sits in extreme
cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

However, if the brake pedal does not
f eel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will f eel the brake
pedal go down much f arther bef ore
the vehicle begins to slow down and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
Slow down by shif ting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (seeon page ).
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully. If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a professional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required.
Refer to on page
for non-emergency towing
inf ormation.
If the brake system
indicator comes on while
driving, the brake f luid level is
probably low in the reservoir. Press
lightly on the brake pedal to see if it
f eels normal. If it does, check the
brake f luid level the next time you
stop at a service station (see page ). If the f luid level is low, take
the vehicle to your dealer and have
the brake system inspected f or leaks
or worn brake pads.
208208
178
Brake System Indicator
Emergency
Towing The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
Towing Your Vehicle
Behind a Motorhome Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Brake System Indicator, Emergency Towing
208
NOTICE: Towing a Pilot with only two
tires on the ground will damage parts
of the 4WD system. It should be
transported on a f lat-bed truck or
trailer.

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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation219
Lights
Battery
Fuses
Engine
Alignment
Tires
60 W/55 W
12 V
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
T155/90D16 110M P235/70R16 104S 1°88’
0°50’ 0°50’
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.00 in (0.0 mm) 10.0 : 1
211.8 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm)
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V
5W
27 W/8 W
5W
21 W/5 W
21 W/5 W
21 CP (18 W)
5W
18 W
6.2 W
5W
1.1 W
3.8 W
12 V 65 AH/20 HR 14 V 12 V 12.4 W 1.4 W
Headlights
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights/
Parking lights
Rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal/hazard lights
Stop/Taillights
Backup lights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Individual map lights
Tailgate light
Vanity mirror light
Door (Courtesy) light
Grabrail lights
Console lights
Capacity Interior
Under-hood
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC,
V6 gasoline engine
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Size
Pressure See page
213or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
See page 213or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page 212or the fuse box
cover.
PZFR5F-11
PKJ16CR-L11
Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Spare Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
(1157 NA)
(168)
(7443)
(7443) (921)
(168)
(921)
(204)
(HB2)
(168)
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front NGK:
DENSO:

CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator .48, 206
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Jump Starting .202
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Maintenance .193
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Specif ications .219
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Bef ore Driving .123
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Belts,Seat .8,16
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Beverage Holders .77
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Booster Seats .39 Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 145
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Break-in, New Linings . 124
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Fluid .178
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Bulb Replacement .182
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Parking .75
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System Indicator . 49,208
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Wear Indicators .145
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Braking System .144
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 124
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 59
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Brights, Headlights .58
Bulb Replacement ..............................
Brake Lights .182
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Front Parking Lights . 181
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Front Side Marker Lights . 183
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Headlights .180
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High-mount Brake Lights . 182
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Rear Bulbs .182
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Specif ications .219
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Turn Signal Light . 181,182
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Bulbs, Halogen .180
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Accessories and Modif ications . 129
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .64
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Accessory Power Sockets . 77
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Additives, Engine Oil . 172
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 19
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Airbags, Additional Infomation . 19
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Additional Safety Precautions . 24
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Airbag Service .24
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .23
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 23
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .20
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 22
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SRS Components .19
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Air Conditioning System . 82
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Rear A/C Control .87
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Air Pressure, Tires .188
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Antif reeze .174
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....................
Indicator Light .49, 146
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Operation .145
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 102 .
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 64
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Audio System .88
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 18
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 58
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Automatic Speed Control . 116
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Automatic Transmission . 138
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Capacity, Fluid .218
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Checking Fluid Level . 176
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Shif ting .138
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 138
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Shif t Lever Positions . 139
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Shif t Lock Release . 141
Index
A
B
I

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Fuel .124
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Fill Door and Cap .125
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Gauge .54
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Octane Requirement . 124
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Reserve Indicator .51
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Tank, Filling the .125
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Fuses, Checking the .210
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 128
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Gasoline .124
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 51
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Gauge .54
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Octane Requirement . 124
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Tank, Filling the .125
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Gas Station Procedures . 125
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 55
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Fuel .54
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .148
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight .......................................
Rating) .148
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 139
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Glove Box .78 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
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Rating) .148
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 180
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Hazard Warning Button . 59
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Headlights .58
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Aiming .180
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Automatic Lighting Off . 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 59
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High Beam Indicator . 51
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High Beams, Turning on . 58
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Low Beams, Turning on . 58
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Reminder Chime .58
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 180
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Turning on .58
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Headphones .113
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Head Restraints .72
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Heated Mirror .74
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Heater, Seat .67
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Heating and Cooling .82
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High Altitude, Starting at . 137
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High-Low Beam Switch . 58
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High-mount Brake Light . 182HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver .118
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Hood, Opening the .126
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Horn .56
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 216
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .62
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Switch .64
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Timing Control System . 224
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Immobilizer System .62
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
Indicators .......................
A/T Temperature .52
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 49
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .49
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Brake Lamp .50
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Charging System .48
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Cruise Control .51
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .51
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High Beam .51
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 49
Index
G H
I
IV

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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 124
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Odometer .54
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Odometer, Trip .54
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Of f -Highway Driving . 155
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Of f -Road Precautions . 155
Oil ........................
Change, How to .172
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Change, When to . 164,165
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Checking Engine .127
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Pressure Indicator . 48,206
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .171
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 64
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .223
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Outside Mirrors .74
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Overheating, Engine .204
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 163 ...................
Radiator Overheating . 204
Radio/CD Sound ..........................................
System .88
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Readiness Codes .226
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Rear A/C Unit .87
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Rear Audio Control Panel . 107
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Rear Entertainment System . 104
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 182
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Rear View Mirror .74
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Rear Window Def ogger . 60
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Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 57
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 68,69
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Reclining the Second Seats . 70
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Reclining the Third Seat . 71
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Reminder Lights .47
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Remote Audio Controls . 101
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Remote Control (RES) . 109
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Remote Transmitter .66
Replacement Inf ormation ..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 185
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Engine Oil and Filter . 172
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Floor Mats .185
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Fuses .210
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Light Bulbs .180
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Panel Brightness Control . 59
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Park Gear Position .139 ...........................................
Parking .143
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Parking Brake .75
Parking Brake and Brake System ...............................
Indicator .49, 208
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Parking Lights .58
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 225
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Playing the Radio .88
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Playing a CD .93
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Playing a CD Changer . 94
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Playing a Tape .98
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PGM-FI System .224
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Power Door Locks .65
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Power Seat Adjustments . 68
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Power Socket Locations . 76
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Power Windows .73
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 15
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 10
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Additional Safety Precautions . 16
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 15
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Protecting Children .25
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General Guidelines .25
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Protecting Inf ants .29
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Protecting Larger Children . 38
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Protecting Small Children . 30
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