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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.If equipped.
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
KEYLESS ACCESS
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP
LOW FUEL INDICATORCRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
ELECTRONICALLY
CONTROLLED
POWER STEERING
SYSTEM (ECPS)
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
MESSAGE INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.68)
(P.68)
(P.69)
(P.71)
(P.66)(P.21,62)(P.68)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
(P.34,63)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VSA
ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
COLLISION MITIGATION
BRAKE SYSTEM (CMBS)
INDICATOR ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC)
INDICATOR
ADAPTIVE FRONT LIGHTING
SYSTEM (AFS) INDICATOR (P.69,143)
(P.69) SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.35,63)
(P.62,447)
(P.65)
(P.62,448) (P.62,447) (P.64,359)
(P.66,280)
(P.65) (P.65,377)
(P.377)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE
AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.63,449)(P.64)
SH-AWD INDICATOR (P.66)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR
(P.67,371) (P.65)/
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These indicators on the instrument
panel show which position the shif t
lever is in. In the Sequential
SportShif t Mode, the ‘‘M’’ indicator
next to the ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on,
and the illuminated number under
the low oil pressure indicator shows
you the gear you have selected.To shif t f rom Park to any position,
press firmly on the brake pedal and
slide the lever along the guide on the
console. You cannot shif t out of Park
when the ignition switch is in the
LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I)
position.
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on f or a
f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it f lashes while driving (in
any shif t position), it indicates a
possible problem in the transmission.
If the malf unction indicator lamp
comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem with the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and
have the transmission checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
When the ‘‘D’’ indicator warns of a
possible problem with the
transmission, you will see a ‘‘CHECK
TRANSMISSION’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display (see page
).
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Shif t L ever Position Indicators Shif ting
Automatic Transmission
Driving
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Ì Engine oil level Check every
time you f ill the f uel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page
.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, Acura
recommends that all maintenance
services be perf ormed in accordance
with the intervals indicated by the
Multi-Inf ormation Display.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Your authorized dealer knows your
vehicle best and can provide
competent, ef f icient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Keep all receipts
as proof of completion, and have the
person who does the work f ill out
your Maintenance Journal or
Canadian Maintenance Log. Check
your warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend the use of Acura
parts and f luids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability.
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333
404 406
421
408
Maintenance Minder
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
394
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed................
Driving with a Flat Tire .432
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Compact Spare Tire .435
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .436
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If the Engine Won’t Start .440
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Jump Starting .441
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If the Engine Overheats .444
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .447
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Charging System Indicator .447
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .448
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Brake System Indicator .449
Opening the Fuel Fill Door
....................................
Manually .450
..............................................
Fuses .451
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Fuse Locations .456
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Emergency Towing .459
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .459
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
431
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, or if you see a ‘‘CHECK ENGINE
OIL LEVEL’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, the oil pressure
has dropped very low or lost
pressure. Serious engine damage is
possible, and you should take
immediate action. If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, or if you
see a ‘‘CHECK CHARGING
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, the battery is
not being charged.
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a dealer or a service station
where you can get technical
assistance.
Saf ely pull of f the road and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
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2.
3.
4. 399
459 333
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
447
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Economy, Fuel .334
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Emergencies .431
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Battery, Jump Starting .441
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Brake System Indicator .449
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Changing a Flat Tire .436
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Charging System Indicator .447
..................
Checking the Fuses .453 .......
Hazard Warning Flashers .145
............................
Jump Starting .441
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .447
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .448
Opening the Fuel Fill Door
................................
Manually .450
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Overheated Engine .444
.......................................
Towing .459
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Emergency Brake .187
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Emergency Flashers .145
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Emergency Towing .459
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Emergency Trunk Opener .154
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Emissions Controls .472
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Emissions Testing .475
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .4,60
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Daytime Running Lights .142
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Indicator .65
.................................
Dead Battery .440
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .480
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Def ogger, Rear Window .146
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Def rosting the Windows .204
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Dif f erential Fluid .464
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Dimensions .464
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Dimming the Headlights .140
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .404
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Engine Oil .333 ........................
Directional Signals .140
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .358
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Disposal of Used Oil .401
Doors
............
Locking and Unlocking .152
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Lockout Prevention .152
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Monitor Indicator .13,79
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Power Door Locks .152
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .466
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Driver and Passenger Safety .7
.......................................
Driver’s ID .81
...........................................
Driving .345
....................................
Economy .336
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .160
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Dust and Pollen Filter .415
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Customize Settings .81
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ACC Setup .89
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Door/Window Setup .122
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KEYLESS ACCESS Setup .108
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Lighting Setup .115
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Meter Setup .94
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Position Setup .103
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Setting to Def ault .85
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Wiper Setup .133
Index
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INDEX
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Check Starting System .348
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Compartment Covers .398
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .70
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If It Won’t Start .440
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp .62,448
.........................................
Oil lif e .387
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Oil Pressure Indicator .62,447
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Oil, What Kind to Use .399
...............................
Overheating .444
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Specif ications .465
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Speed Limiter .354
.......................................
Starting .347
...................
Engine Speed Limiter .354
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Ethanol in Gasoline .328
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Evaporative Emissions Controls .472
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .56
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
........................................
System .473
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .19
...................................
Fan, Interior .200 .........................................
Features .197
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Filling the Fuel Tank .329
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen .415
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Oil .400
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning .145
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a .436
.....................................
Floor Mats .416
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission .404
..........................................
Brake .406
..........................
Power Steering .406
..................
Windshield Washer .404
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Fog Lights .142
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Four-way Flashers .145
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Front Airbags .11,29
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Front Seat .155
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Adjusting .155
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Heaters .178
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Airbags .11,29
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Air Ventilation .179
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Fuel .328
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Fill Door and Cap .329
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Gauge .70
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Low Fuel Indicator .66
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Octane Requirement .328 Opening the Fuel Fill Door
................................
Manually .450
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Oxygenated .329
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Tank, Ref ueling .329
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Tighten Fuel Cap .330
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Fuses, Checking the .453
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Gas Mileage Improving .335
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Gasoline .328
...........................................
Gauge .70
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .66
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Octane Requirement .328
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Tank, Ref ueling .329
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Gas Station Procedures .329
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Gauges .70
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Engine Coolant Temperature .70
...............................................
Fuel .70
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .380
............
Gearshif t Lever Positions .349
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Glove Box .189
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GPS initialization .260
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
.......................................
Rating) .380
Index
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .462
Ignition
............................................
Keys .149
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Switch .151
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Timing Control System .473
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Immobilizer System .150
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Important Safety Precautions .8
.........................................
Indicators .62
ABS (Anti-lock Brake ............................
System) .64,359
Adaptive Front lighting ..................
System (AFS) .69,143
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .63,449
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Charging System .62,447
Collision Mitigation Brake
..............
System (CMBS) .69,365
.............................
Cruise Control .66
Electronically Controlled Power
........
Steering System (ECPS) .68
.....................................
Fog Light .65
...................................
High Beam .65
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Key (Immobilizer System) .64
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Keyless Access System .68,176 .....................................
Lights On .64
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Low Fuel .66
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Low Oil Pressure .62,447
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS
...........................
Indicator .67,371
.............
Malf unction (MIL) .62,448
.......................................
Message .68
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Seat Belt Reminder .21,62
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Security System .69,276
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SH-AWD .66
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .63
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SRS .63
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .64
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VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) .65
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist)
.........................
Activation .65,377
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .61
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Inf ant Restraint .43
......................................
Inf ant Seats .43
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .419
.................................
Inside Mirror .158
.............................
Inspection, Tire .422
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs .408
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HandsFreeLink
, Bluetooth.308
............
Hazard Warning Flashers .145
Headlights
Adaptive Front Lighting System ......................................
(AFS) .143
........................................
Aiming .408
..................
Automatic Lighting .141
.........
Daytime Running Lights .142
..................
High Beam Indicator .65
....................
Lights On Indicator .64
..........
Low Beams, Turning on .140
.......................
Reminder Chime .140
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs .408
..........
High beams, Turning on .140
...................................
Washer .138
............................
Head Restraints .156
...............................
Heated Mirror .159
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Heater, Seat .178
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High Altitude, Starting at .347
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver .295
.......................
Hood, Opening the .331
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Horn.5,136
Index
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