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Once your vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable f rom
your vehicle, then f rom the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable f rom your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short. The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you
should take immediate action. The
only indication may be the
temperature gauge climbing to or
above the red mark. Or you may
see steam or spray coming f rom
under the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in neutral
(M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the
parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning indicators.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
7.
1.
2.
Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
261
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
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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.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and caref ully. 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 the f luid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads. If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake f luid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it f eels normal.
If it does, check the brake f luid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ). If the ABS indicator comes on with
the brake system indicator, have
your vehicle inspected by your
dealer immediately.
The brake system
indicator normally
comes on when
you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position and as a reminder to
check the parking brake. It will stay
on if you do not f ully release the
parking brake.
230 272Emergency
Towing
Brake System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
265
Canada
U.S.
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The vehicle’s f uses are contained in
two f use boxes.If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check f or a
blown f use f irst. Determine f rom the
chart on pages and , or the
diagram on the f use box lid, which
f use or f uses control that device.
Check those f uses f irst, but check all
the f uses bef ore deciding that a
blown f use is the cause. Replace any
blown f uses, and check if the device
works.
The interior f use box is on the
driver’s lower lef t side. The under-hood f use box is in the
engine compartment on the driver’s
side, next to the brake f luid reservoir.
To open it, push the tabs as shown. 270 271
Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses
266
UNDER-HOOD
INTERIOR
TAB
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µµ If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground. Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
Turn of f the engine. ShifttoD,thentoN.
Start the engine.
Release the parking brake. Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Do not tie down the vehicle at an
angle that would allow the towing
cables to contact the vehicle’s f ront
bumper. To avoid possible damage,
protect the f ront bumper with tape. With the f ront wheels on the ground,
do not tow the vehicle more than 50
miles (80 km), and keep the speed
below35mph(55km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
Emergency Towing
272
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
279
Air Conditioning
Lights
Battery Fuses
Alignment
Tires
HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)
12 V
12 V 60 W
12 V 51 W
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant oil type
28/8 WSP-10
12 V 12 V
12 V
12 V 21/5 W
12 V 21 W
12 V
12 V
12 V 5 W 8W 3CP
21 W
18 W
Headlights (HI)
Headlights (LO)
Front turn signal/Side marker/
Parking light
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Rear side marker lights
Back-up lights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Capacity 36 AH/5 HR See page 271 or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
Interior
Under-hood See page 270 or the fuse box
cover.
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°
1°30’ 7°
P195/65R15 89H
12 V 3 CP
12 V P205/55R16 89H
P215/45R17 87V
12 V 12 V 47 AH/20 HR
45 AH/20 HR 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm)
T125/70D16 96M
T125/70D15 95M
Size
Pressure
12 V 38 AH/5 HR 215/45R17 91W
8W Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
(HB3)
(HB4)
: All models except for EX and Si
1 : U.S.: DX, LX, EX
2 : Canada: DX, DX-G,LX, EX
3: Si Front/Rear
Spare
Front/Rear
Front
Rear
Spare
1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
6: U.S. DX, Canada DX, DX-G
LX,EX
Si (all season tires)
U.S.: DX, LX, EX, Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX
Optional for Si (summer tires)
Si
1
2
3
3 4
6
1
2, 5
1
3 1
2
3
5
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If you take your vehicle f or a state
emissions test shortly af ter the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions.
If the testing f acility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle retested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle f or retesting by
doing the f ollowing.Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely f ull (around
3/4). Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle f or 20 seconds.
Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80to97km/h)foratleast20
minutes. Drive on the highway in
D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not usethecruisecontrol.Whentraffic
allows, drive f or 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot
do this f or a continuous 90
seconds because of traf f ic
conditions, drive f or at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traffic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast f or several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
Make sure the ambient
temperature is between 40° and
95°F.
Keep the vehicle in Park
(automatic transmission) or
neutral (manual transmission).
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm,andholditthereuntilthe
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4of thescale(about3minutes). Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine of f f or 6
hours or more.
If the testing f acility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer.Stop the vehicle, turn of f the
ignition switch, and leave it of f f or
30 minutes.
T esting of Readiness Codes
State Emissions T esting
286
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Accessories and Modif ications .186
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .76
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Accessory Power Sockets .104
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Adding Engine Coolant .224
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Additives, Engine Oil .221
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Adjusting the Steering Wheel .73
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .16
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Airbag (SRS) .9,21
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Air Conditioning System .110
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Usage .113
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Air Pressure, Tires .242
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Alcohol in Gasoline .180
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Antif reeze .224
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .59, 204
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Operation .204
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 172
Anti-thef t Steering Column ..............................................
Lock .76
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Audio System .115
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 78
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 175..............
Automatic Transmission . 198
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Capacity, Fluid .278
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Checking Fluid Level . 228
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Shif ting .198
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .198
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Shif t Lever Positions . 198
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Shif t Lock Release . 201
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .57, 263
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Jump Starting .259
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Maintenance .248
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Specif ications .279
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Bef ore Driving .179
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders .103
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Booster Seats .47
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 204
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Break-in, New Linings . 180
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Bulb Replacement .236
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Fluid .230 .......................................
Parking .101
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System Design .203
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System Indicator . 58,265
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Wear Indicators .203
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Braking System .203
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 180
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 71
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Brights, Headlights .70
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .236
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Brake Lights .236
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Front Parking Lights . 235
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Front Side Marker Lights . 235
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Headlights .232
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High-mount Brake Light . 237
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Specif ications .279
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Turn Signal Lights . 235
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Bulbs, Halogen .232
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Capacities Chart .278
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
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Carrying Cargo .188
Index
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DANGER, Explanation of .ii
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Dashboard .3,54
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Daytime Running Lights .71
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator .61
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Dead Battery .259
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .290
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Def ogger, Rear Window .72
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Def rosting the Windows .114
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Dimensions .278
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Dimming the Headlights .70
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .228
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Engine Oil .183
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Directional Signals .70
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .203
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Disc Care .169
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Disc Player .126,146
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Display Change Button .64
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CAUTION, Explanation of .ii
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CD Care .169
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CD Changer .131,153
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CD Changer Error Messages .133
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CD Player .126,146
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CD Player Error Messages .132,154
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Ceiling Light .106
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Certif ication Label .276
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Chains, Tires .247
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Changing a Flat Tire .253
Changing Oil
........................................
How to .222
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When to .209
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Charging System Indicator .57,263
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .66
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .193
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Child Saf ety .32
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Booster Seats .47
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Child Seats .39
Important Saf ety
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Reminders .32,35
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Inf ants .37
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Large Children .46
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LATCH .41
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Risks with Airbags .33
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Small Children .38 .........................................
Tethers .45
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Warning Labels .51
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Where Should a Child Sit? .33
Child Seats ......................................
Installing .40
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Lower Anchors .41
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Selecting .39
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Tether Anchor Points .45
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts .237
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Clock .173
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Clutch Fluid .231
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CO in the Exhaust .283
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Coat Hook .104
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Cold Weather, Starting in .194
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Compact Spare Tire .252
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Console Compartment .103
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Consumer Inf ormation .288
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Controls, Instruments and .53
Coolant
........................................
Adding .224
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Checking .185
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Proper Solution .224
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Temperature Gauge .66
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .283 ................
Cruise Control Indicator .61
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Cruise Control Operation .175
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Cup Holders .103
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Customer Service Inf ormation .288
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