2006 HONDA RIDGELINE coolant temperature

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This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise
from the bottom white mark to about
the middle of the gauge. In severe
driving conditions, such as very hot
weather or a long period of uphill
driving, the pointer may rise to the
upper zone. If it reaches the red
(hot) mark, pull saf ely to the side of
the road. See page f or
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system. This indicator displays the outside
temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.
models) or Centigrade (Canadian
models).
The temperature sensor is in the
f ront bumper. Theref ore, the
temperature reading can be af f ected
by heat ref lection f rom the road
surf ace, engine heat, and the
exhaust f rom surrounding traf f ic.
This can cause an incorrect
temperature reading when your
speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).
The sensor delays the indicator
update until it reaches the correct
outside temperature. This may take
several minutes.
If the outside temperature is
incorrectly displayed, you can adjust
it up 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C in
Canadian models) warmer or cooler.NOTE: The temperature must be
stabilized bef ore doing this
procedure.
To adjust the outside temperature
indicator, make sure the outside
temperature indicator is shown in
thedisplay,thenpressandholdthe
RESET button f or 10 seconds (the
TRIP A or B is also reset). The
f ollowing sequence will appear f or 1
secondeach:0,1,2,3,4,5, 5, 4,
3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3,
3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada).
When it reaches the desired value,
release the RESET button. You
should see the new outside
temperature displayed.
In certain weather conditions,
temperature readings near f reezing
(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is
f orming on the road surf ace.
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If equipped
Gauges
Temperature Gauge
Outside Temperature Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system.Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reading returns to normal.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The display shows A/C
ON on when a f an speed is
selected.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select f resh air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in f resh air mode.
To cool the interior with MAX A/C:
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to the fresh
air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select MAX A/C mode.
The system automatically turns on
the A/C, selects , and
switches to recirculation mode.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
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If the interior is very warm,
On RT and Canadian LX modelsUsing the Heater Using the A /C
Vents, Heating, and A/C
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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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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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If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (seeon page ).
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (seeon page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.Start the engine, and set the
temperature to maximum heat
(climate control to AUTO at
‘‘ ’’). Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the f iller
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
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Emergency
Towing
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .247
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Brake Lights .247
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Bed Lights .250
Front Turn Signal /Parking/
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Hazard Lights .246
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Headlights .245
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High-mount Brake Light .248
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License Plate Lights .249
Rear Bulbs (Brake/Taillights,
Turn Signal/Hazard Lights, ................
Back-up Lights) .247
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Specif ications .293
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Bulbs, Halogen .245
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Capacities Chart .292
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .51
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Cargo Hooks .94,111
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Carrying Cargo .182
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CAUTION, Explanation of .ii
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CD Care .157
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CD Changer .150,151
CD Player/Changer Error ...................................
Messages .158.......................................
CD Player .149
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Certif ication Label .290
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Chains, tire .259
Change Oil ........................................
How to .237
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When to .225
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Changing a Flat Tire .265
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Charging System Indicator .59,278
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .191
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Childproof Door Locks .81
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Child Saf ety .30
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Booster Seats .48
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Child Seats .37
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Important Saf ety Reminders .30
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Inf ants .35
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Larger Children .47
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LATCH .39
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Risks with Airbags .31
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Small Children .36
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Tether .39,44
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Where Should a Child Sit? .31
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Child Seats .37
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LATCH .39
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Tether Anchorage Points .44
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Climate Control System .120
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Clock .161....................................
Coat Hooks .112
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Code, Audio System .160
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CO in the Exhaust .297
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Compact Spare Tire .264
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Compass .166
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Console Compartment .110
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Consumer Inf ormation .302
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Controls, Instruments and .55
Coolant
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Adding .239
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Checking .178
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Proper Solution .239
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Temperature Gauge .69
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Courtesy Light .116
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .297
Cruise Control .......................................
Indicator .62
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Operation .163
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Cup Holders .111
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Customer Service Of f ice .302
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DANGER, Explanation of .ii
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Dashboard .3,56
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CONT INUED
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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
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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
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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
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Rating) .208
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Floor Mats .252
Fluids
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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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