2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID oil temperature

Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. Carbon
monoxide should not enter the
vehicle in normal driving if you
maintain your vehicle properly and
f ollow the inf ormation on this page.High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconf ined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system as f ollows:
The vehicle is raised f or an oil
change.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside. With the trunk open, airf low can pull
exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk open, open all the windows,
and set the heating and cooling
system as shown below.
Select the f resh air mode.
Select the mode.
Set the f an speed to high.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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To switch the information display
between the odometer, trip meter,
outside temperature, and engine oil
lif e and maintenance item code(s),
press the SEL/RESET button
repeatedly.
The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures in miles or
kilometers. It is illegal under U.S.
federal law and Canadian provincial
regulations to disconnect, reset, or
alter the odometer with the intent to
change the number of miles or
kilometers indicated.
Gauges
Odometer
64
TRIP METER
SEL/RESET BUTTON DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON TACHOMETER
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS INFORMATION
DISPLAYFUEL GAUGE
ODOMETER/OUTSIDE
TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE/
TEMPERATURE GAUGE SPEEDOMETER
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If you still do not perf orm the
indicated maintenance, you will see
negative mileage. It is displayed
when you drive more than 10 miles
(f or U.S. models) or 10 km (f or
Canadian models) af ter seeing the 0
percent message. Af terward, it
shows your driving distance if you
continue to drive. Immediately have
the indicated maintenance done by
your dealer.
When the remaining engine oil lif e is
0 percent, the engine oil lif e indicator
will blink. The display comes on
everytimeyouturntheignition
switch to the ON (II) position. When
you see this message, have the
indicated maintenance perf ormed by
your dealer as soon as possible. You can change the inf ormation
display f rom the engine oil lif e
display to the odometer, the trip
meter, or the outside temperature
every time you press and release the
SEL/RESET button.
When the engine oil lif e is 0 percent
or negative mileage, the
maintenance minder indicator
remainsonevenif youchangethe
inf ormation display.
Immediately have the service done,
and make sure to reset the display as
described on the next page.
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
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The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
0W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
A very low-viscosity, f uel-ef f icient
0W-20 oil is the pref erred engine
lubricant f or your Civic Hybrid. This
special oil is f ormulated to help your
engine use less fuel. It is available at
your dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used
if 0W-20 is not available.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on the valve cover. Pour in
the oil slowly and caref ully so you do
not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment. Reinstall the engine
oil f ill cap, and tighten it securely.
Wait a f ew minutes, and recheck the
oil level on the engine oil dipstick.
Do not f ill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine. Recommended Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
Maint enance
215
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
Ambient Temperature
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You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API certif ication seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display.Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Removethenineholdingclips
with a flat-tipped screwdriver and
two bolts, then pull the under-
cover down.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
1.
2.3.
Only on U.S. models
Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
216
HOLDING CLIP
BOLTS
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .227
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Brake Lights .226,227
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Front Side Marker Lights .225
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Front Turn Signal Light .225
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Headlights .223
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Parking Lights .225
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Rear Side Marker Lights .226
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Rear Turn Signal Lights .226
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Specif ications .269
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Bulbs, Halogen .223
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Card, PC .149
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Capacities Chart .268
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .52
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Carrying Cargo .184
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Player .120
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Ceiling Light .100
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Certif ication Label .266
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Chains .238
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Changing a Flat Tire .243
Changing Oil
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How to .216 ......................................
When to .207
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Charging System Indicator .62,254
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .68
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .190
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Child Saf ety .34
Child Seats
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LATCH Anchor System .43
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Lower Anchor .43
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Tether Anchor .47
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Childproof Door Locks .81
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Cleaning the Wheels .233
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Clock, Setting the .168
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CO in the Exhaust .275
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Cold Weather, Starting in .191
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Compact Spare .242
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Controls, Instruments and .55
Coolant
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Adding .218
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Checking .178
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Proper Solution .218
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Temperature Gauge .65
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .275
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Cruise Control Operation .170
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Customer Service Inf ormation .280 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .3,56
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Daytime Running Lights .74
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .282
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Def og and Def rost .106
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Def ogger, Rear Window .75
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Def rosting the Windows .106
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Dimensions .268
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Dimming the Headlights .73
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .221
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Engine Oil .177
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Directional Signals .73
Disc Brake Pad Wear
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Indicators .200
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Disc Player .120
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Display Change Button .64
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Disposal of Used Oil .218
Doors
.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .81
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Auto Door Locking .81
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Auto Door Unlocking .84
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Locking and Unlocking .80
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Power Door Locks .80
Index
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CONT INUED
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .270
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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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Dust and Pollen Filter .230
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Fan, Interior .103
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Features .101
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Filling the Fuel Tank .175
Filters
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Dust and Pollen .230
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Oil .216
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .75
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Flat Tire, Changing a .243
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission .221
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Brake .222 ..................
Windshield Washer .220
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .161
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Four-way Flashers .75
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Front Airbags .9,21
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Fuel .174
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Fill Door and Cap .175
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .174
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Oxygenated .174
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Reserve Indicator .61
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Tank, Filling the .175
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Fuses, Checking the .257
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Gas Mileage, Improving .179
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Gasohol .174
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Gasoline .174
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .61
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .174
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Tank, Filling the .175
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Gas Station Procedures .175
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Economy, Fuel .179
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Emergencies on the Road .241
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Battery, Jump Starting .249
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Brake System Indicator .256
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Changing a Flat Tire .243
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Charging System Indicator .254
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Checking the Fuses .257
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .253
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .255
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Overheated Engine .251
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Emergency Brake .96
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Emergency Flashers .75
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Emergency Towing .263
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Emergency Trunk Opener .87
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Emissions Controls .275
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Emissions Testing .278
Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .65 ..............
Engine Speed Limiter .194
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .62,255
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Oil Pressure Indicator .62,253
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Oil, What Kind to Use .215
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Overheating .251
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Specif ications .268
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Starting .191
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Evaporative Emissions Controls .275
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Exhaust Fumes .52
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by .16
Index
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INDEX
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CONT INUED
Locks.......
Anti-thef t Steering Column .79
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Fuel Fill Door .175
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Power Door .80
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Trunk .87
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Low Coolant Level .178
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Lower Anchors .43
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .62,253
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart .268
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Maintenance .205
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Minder .207
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Minder Indicator .61
Owner’s Maintenance
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Checks .212
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Saf ety .206
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .62,255
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Meters, Gauges .57,64
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Methanol in Gasoline .174
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Mirrors, Adjusting .95
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MP3/WMA .120 ...................
Neutral Gear Position .194
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New Vehicle Break-in .174
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .266
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline .174
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Odometer .64
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Odometer,Trip .64
Oil
........................
Change, How to .216
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Change, When to .207
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Checking Engine .176
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Pressure Indicator .62,253
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Selecting Proper Viscosity .215
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .79
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery .275
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Outside Mirrors .95
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Outside Temperature Indicator .67
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Overheating, Engine .251
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks .212
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Oxygenated Fuels .174 ..............
Panel Brightness Control .74
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Park Gear Position .193
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Parking .198
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Parking Brake .96
Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator .58,256
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Parking Lights .73
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Parking Over Things that Burn .198
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PGM-FI System .276
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Playing the Radio .110
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Playing a Disc .120
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Playing a PC Card .149
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .16
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Protecting Adults and Teens .11
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Additional Safety Precautions .17
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .16
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Protecting Children .34
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Protecting Inf ants .39
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Protecting Larger Children .48
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Protecting Small Children .40
Index
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