2005 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID brake fluid

This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules f or normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions f or simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to per-
f orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .142
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Maintenance Schedule . 143
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Maintenance Record .147
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Fluid Locations .149
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Adding Engine Oil .150
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 151
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Engine Coolant .153
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Windshield Washers .155
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Transmission Fluid .156
Continuously Variable ............
Transmission (CVT) . 156
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Manual Transmission . 157
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Brake and Clutch Fluid . 158
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Lights .159
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Roof Antenna .164
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 164
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Floor Mats .165
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DustandPollenFilter . 165
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Wiper Blades .166
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Tires .167
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Checking the 12Volt Battery . 173
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Vehicle Storage .174
215
Maintenance
Maint enance
141

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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000
km x 1,000 10
1620
3230
4840
6450
8060
9670
112 80
128 90
144 100
160 130
208140
224150
240
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page
171)
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Inspect and adjust drive belt
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace CVT fluid
Inspect idle speed
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km) 110
176
120
192
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page . Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or every 6 years, whichever comes first
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2: ULEV model
AT-PZEV model 144
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Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions

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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). 10
1620
3230
4840
6450
80 70
112 80
128 100
160 130
208140
224
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page
171)
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Inspect the following items: Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive belt
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace CVT fluid
Inspect idle speed
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)
Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisyEvery 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes first
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years Every 3 years (independent of mileage)60
96
90
144 110
176120
192 150
240
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page .
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
ULEV model
AT-PZEV model
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

Fluid Locations
Maint enance
149
RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)
FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual Transmission only)
(Gray cap)

Check the brake f luid level in the
reservoirs monthly.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake f luid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
Replace the brake f luid according to
the time recommendation in the
maintenance schedule.
Using any non-Honda brake f luid can
cause corrosion and decrease the lif e
of the system. Have the brake
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
A low f luid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible.
Manual Transmission only
Brake System
Clutch System
Brake and Clutch Fluid
158
MAX
MIN MAX
MIN

CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator .54, 189
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Jump Starting .184
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Maintenance .173
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Specif ications .203
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Bef ore Driving .111
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Belts,Seat .8,18 .............................
Beverage Holder .83
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Booster Seats .42
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 139
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Break-in, New Linings . 112
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Bulb Replacement .161
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Fluid .158
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Parking .81
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System Indicator . 54,191
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Wear Indicators .138
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Braking System .138
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 112
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 67
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Brights, Headlights .66
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .162
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Brake Lights .161
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Front Parking Lights . 160
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Front Side Marker Lights . 160
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Headlights .159
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High-mount Brake Light . 163
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Rear Side Marker Lights . 161
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Specif ications .203
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Accessories .119
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .72
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Accessory Power Socket . 83
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Additives, Engine Oil . 151
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 21
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Airbags, Additional Information . 21
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Additional Safety Precautions . 26
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Airbag Service .26
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .26
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 25
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .22
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 24
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SRS Components .21
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Air Conditioning System . 86
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Air Pressure, Tires .168
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High Speed Driving . 169
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Normal Driving .169
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Antif reeze .153
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .54, 139
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Operation .139 ..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 106
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .72
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Audio System .93
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Auto Idle Stop .129, 135
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 108
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Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 131
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Capacity,Fluid .202
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Checking Fluid Level . 156
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Shif ting .132
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .131
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Shif t Lever Positions . 131
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Shif t Lock Release . 134
Index
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INDEX
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Bulb Replacement....................
Turn Signal Lights . 160
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Bulbs, Halogen .159
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Capacities Chart .202
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 45
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Carrying Cargo .121
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .105
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Operation .103
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .100
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CD Changer .99
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CD Changer Error Messages . 102
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CD Player Error Messages . 101
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CD Player .98
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Ceiling Light .84
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Certif ication Label .200
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Chains .172
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Changing a Flat Tire .177
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .151
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When to .145
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Charging System Indicator . 54,189 ............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 126
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Child Saf ety .27
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Booster Seats .42
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Child Seats .34
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 27
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Inf ants .32
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Large Children .41
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LATCH .36
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Lower Anchors .36
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Risks with Airbags .28
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Small Children .33
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Tethers .40
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 28
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Childproof Door Locks . 73
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Clock, Setting the .107
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Clutch Fluid .158
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CO in the Exhaust .207
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 127
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Compact Spare .176
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Consumer Inf ormation . 212
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Controls, Instruments and . 49
Coolant ........................................
Adding .153
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Checking .116
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Proper Solution .153
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Temperature Gauge . 63Crankcase Emissions Control
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System .207
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Cruise Control Indicator . 56
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Cruise Control Operation . 108
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Cup (Beverage) Holder . 83
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Customer Relations Of f ice . 212
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .3, 50
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Daytime Running Lights . 66
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .57
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Dead Battery .184
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 214
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Def og and Def rost .90
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 68
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Def rosting the Windows . 90
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Dimensions .202
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Dimming the Headlights . 66
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 156
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Engine Oil .116
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Directional Signals .66
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 138
Index
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CONT INUED
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Disposal of Used Oil .153
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 73
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Power Door Locks .73
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 204
Downshif ting, Manual .............................
Transmission .128
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .127
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Economy .117
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 165
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Economy, Fuel .117
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Electric Power Steering (EPS) . 55
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Emergencies .175
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Jump Starting .184
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Towing .197
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Hazard Warning Button . 67
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Battery, Jump Starting . 184
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Brake System Indicator . 191
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Changing a Flat Tire . 177
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Charging System Indicator . 189
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Checking the Fuses . 192
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 188 ...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 190
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Overheated Engine . 186
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Emergency Brake .81
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Emergency Flashers .67
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Emergency Towing .197
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 74
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Emissions Controls .207
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Emissions Testing, State . 210
Engine ....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 63
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Engine Speed Limiter . 128,133
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If It Won’t Start .182
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .54, 190
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 54,188
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 150
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Overheating .186
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Specif ications .202
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Starting .127
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 207
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Exhaust Fumes .45
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .16 .....................................
Fan, Interior .88
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Features, .85
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 113
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .165
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Oil .151
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 67
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 177
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 156
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Brake .158
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Clutch .158
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Manual Transmission . 157
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Windshield Washer . 155
FM Stereo Radio .....................................
Reception .96
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Four-way Flashers .67
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Front Airbags .9 ,21
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Front Seat .77
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Adjusting .77
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Airbags .9, 21
Index
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