2006 HONDA RIDGELINE fuel

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Maintenance Minder
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: Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Rotate tires
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, 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
Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions, replace
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Maintenance Sub Items
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
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Symbol
A
B
Symbol 1
2 Symbol
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display,
replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE dUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months
after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
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If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-
powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or
trailer towing results in higher transmission and transfer
temperatures or frequently fully loaded. This requires
transmission and transfer fluid changes more frequently
than recommended by the Maintenance Minder.
If you regulary drive your vehicle under these conditions, have
the transmission and transfer fluid changed every 30,000 miles
(48,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F,
43°C), in very low temperatures (under-20°F, -29°C), or towing a
trailer, replace every 60,000 mile (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada)
Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or
trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (shear) stress
to fluid or frequently fully loaded. This requires differential fluid
changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under
these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at
7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Maintenance Minder
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To saf ely operate your vehicle, your
tires must be the proper type and
size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inf lated.Keeping the tires properly inf lated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread lif e, and riding
comf ort.
The f ollowing pages give more
detailed inf ormation on how to take
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced. Underinf lated tires wear unevenly,
adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
Overinf lated tires can make your
vehicleridemoreharshly,are
more prone to damage f rom road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge. Thetirepressuremonitoringsystem
(TPMS) warns you when a tire
pressure is low. See page f or
more inf ormation. Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure in each tire at least once a
month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf /cm ) per
month. Remember to check the
sparetireatthesametime.
Check the air pressures when the
tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked f or at least
three hours, or driven less than 1
mile (1.6 km). Add or release air, if
needed, to match the recommended
cold tire pressures on page .
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Inf lation Guidelines
Tires
Maint enance
255
Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.
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If your vehicle battery has been
disconnected or gone dead, these
codes are erased. It takes at least
three days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn of f as you
continue driving, have the vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
This indicator may also come on
along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed. To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to ON (II) without
starting the engine. The malf unction
indicator lamp will come on f or 20
seconds. If it then goes of f , the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks
f ive times, the readiness codes are
not set. If possible, do not take your
vehicle f or a state emissions test
until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to
f or more inf ormation (see page ).
If this indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator could come on
because of a loose or missing f uel f ill
cap. You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
FUEL CAP’’ message on the
odometer display. Tighten the cap
until it clicks at least three times.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator turn of f immediately; it
takes at least three days of normal
driving. 300
Readiness Code State Emissions Testing
Malf unction Indicator L amp
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
279
If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and the engine. Those repairs
may not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
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No. No. Amps. Circuits Protected
Amps. Circuits Protected
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
If equipped 18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
15 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
(7.5 A) IG ACG
IG Fuel Pump
IG Washer
IG Meter
IG SRS
IGP
Left Rear Window
Right Rear Window
Passenger’s Window
Back Window
Driver’s Window
Not Used
IG HAC
IG VSA/ABS
ACC
HAC Option
7.5 A
15 A
(10 A) 15 A
20 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A
10 A
7.5 A 30 A
(10 A)
(20 A)
(20 A) Bed Lights
IG Coil
Daytime Running Light
LAF
Radio
Interior Lights
Back Up
Door Lock
Rear Accessory Socket
OPDS
IG, Wiper
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
: :Canadian models
Driver’s Power Seat Lumbar
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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Specif ications
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Capacities
Dimensions
Weights
Air Conditioning 1.64 US gal (6.2
)
2.14 US gal (8.1)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
206.7 in (5,250 mm)
78.0 in (1,980 mm)
70.3 in (1,785 mm)
2.79 US qt (2.64
)
3.01 US qt (2.85)
0.45 US qt (0.43
)
0.48 US qt (0.45)
0.16 US gal (0.6
) 4.8 US qt (4.5
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid
Transfer
assembly
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
122.0 in (3,100 mm)
67.1 in (1,705 mm)
66.9 in (1,700 mm) 22.01 US gal (83.3
)
See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR)
Maximum load limit
(Payload)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
21.2 23.0 oz (600 650 g) ND-OIL8 Approx.
Front
Rear
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Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
10,088 lbs (4,575 kg)
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3: On vehicles without moonroof or navigation system 1,530 lbs (690 kg)
1,480 lbs (670 kg)
On vehicles with moonroof and navigation system
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Fan, Interior .121
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Features .119
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Filling the Fuel Tank .175
Filters
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Dust and Pollen .252
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Oil .237
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .76
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Flat Tire, Changing a .265
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Daytime Running Lights .75
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Dead Battery .274
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .304
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Def rosting the Windows .125
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Dif f erential Fluid, Rear .242
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Dimensions .292
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Dimming the Headlights .73
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .241
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Engine Oil .178
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Directional Signals .73
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .202
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Disposal of Used Oil .238
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Door and Tailgate Open Monitor .61
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking .80,81,83
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Lockout Prevention .80
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Power Door Locks .80
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .294
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
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Driving .189
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Economy .179
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D3.195
Dual-Action Tailgate
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Indicator .61,91
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Operation .89 ..........
Dual Temperature Control .128
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Dust and Pollen Filter .252
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Economy, Fuel .179
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Emergencies .263
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Battery, Jump Starting .274
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Brake System Indicator .280
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Changing a Flat Tire .265
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Charging System Indicator .278
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Checking the Fuses .281
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Hazard Warning Flashers .76
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .278
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .279
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Overheated Engine .276
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Stuck Vehicle .287
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Towing .286
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Emergency Brake .106
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Emissions Controls .297
Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .69
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .59,279
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Oil Lif e Display .225
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Oil Pressure Indicator .59,278 ..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .236
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Overheating .276
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Specif ications .293
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Speed Limiter .196
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Starting .192
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Engine, if it won’t start .273
Evaporative Emissions Control
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System .297
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Exhaust Fumes .51
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
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System .298
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .16
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Gas Mileage, Improving .179
Gasoline
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .62
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Gauge .68
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Octane Requirement .174
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Tank, Filling the .175
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Gas Station Procedures .175
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .69
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Fuel .68
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Speedometer .67
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Tachometer .67
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .208
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight .......................................
Rating) .208
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Gearshif t Lever Positions .194
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Glove Box .112
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
.......................................
Rating) .208
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Floor Mats .252
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission .241
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Brake .243
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Power Steering .244
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Rear Differential .242
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Transf er Assembly .243
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Windshield Washer .240
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .138
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Folding the Rear Seats .100
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Four-way Flashers .76
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Front Seat .95
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Adjusting .95,97
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Airbags .23
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Heaters .101
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Fuel .174
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Fill Door and Cap .175
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Gauge .68
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Octane Requirement .174
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Oxygenated .174
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Reserve Indicator .62
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Tank, Filling the .175
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Fuses, Checking the .281
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .290
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs .245 ..............
Hazard Warning Flashers .76
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Headlights .72,73
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Aiming .245
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Automatic Lighting Off .74
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Control Dial .73
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Daytime Running Lights .75
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High Beam Indicator .62
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High Beams, Turning on .72
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Low Beams, Turning on .73
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Reminder Chime .74
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs .245
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Turning On .73
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Head Restraints .99
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Heated Mirrors .108
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Heaters, Seats .101
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Heating and Cooling .120
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High-Low Beam Switch .72
HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver .169
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Hood, Opening the .177
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Horn .71
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Label, Certif ication .290
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Lane Change, Signaling .73
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .14,19
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Light Control Dial .73 ..................................................
Keys .77 ................
Jacking Up the Vehicle .267
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Jack, Tire .266
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Jump Starting .274
Ignition
..............................................
Keys .77
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Switch .79
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Timing Control System .298
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Immobilizer System .78
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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In-Bed Trunk .92
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Emergency Opener .93
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Open Indicator .66
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .57
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) .60
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A/T Temperature .63
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Back Window Open .66
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Bed Lights On .66
Brake (Parking and Brake
....................................
System) .60
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Charging System .59
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Cruise Control .62
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Door Open .61
DRL (Daytime Running
..................................
Lights) .62
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High Beam .62
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In-Bed Trunk Open .66
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Key (Immobilizer System) .60
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Lights On .63
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Low Fuel .62 ........................
Low Oil Pressure .59
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Low Tire Pressure .65
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Maintenance Minder .64
Malf unction Indicator Lamp
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(MIL) .59
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Side Airbag Of f .59
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Seat Belt .59
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SRS .59
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Tailgate Open .61
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Tire Pressure Monitor .65
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TPMS System .65
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .61
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VSA Activation .64
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VSA System .64
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VTM-4.63
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Washer Level .62
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Individual Map Lights .116
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Inf ant Restraint .35
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Inf ant Seats .35
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .256
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Inf ormation Display .67
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Engine Oil Lif e Indicator .225
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Maintenance Items .228
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Inside Mirror .107
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Inspection, Tire .256 ........................
Instrument Panel .3,56
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Instrument Panel Brightness .75
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Interior Lights .115
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