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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P.64)
LIGHTS ON
INDICATORDAYTIME
RUNNING
LIGHTS
INDICATOR
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
(P.66)LOW TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR
(P.63)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.62) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.30,61)
HIGH TEMPERATURE
INDICATOR
(P.63)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.66) (P.64) (P.62)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.64) (P.62)
(P.66)
WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P.65)
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR (P.65)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P.31,61) CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
(P.65)
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
(P.65)
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING INDICATOR
(P.62)
TPMS INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P.64)(P.18,60)(P.60,232)
(P.231) (P.60,230)
(P.60,230) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.65)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators that give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.
See page .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page .This indicator has two f unctions:
Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. A beeper
sounds if you drive with the
parking brake not f ully released.
Driving with the parking brake not
fully released can damage the
brakes and tires. This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belts, the beeper sounds,
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
not fasten your seat belts before the
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on.
If it remains on af ter you have
fully released the parking brake
while the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more inf ormation, see
page .
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230
230 232
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Parking Brake and
Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Instrument Panel Indicators
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U.S. Canada
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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
.
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
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, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
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. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids 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. 139
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210 195
196
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks 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.
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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the engine block. If it
is, remove it bef ore installing a
new oil f ilter.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
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6.
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8.
4. 9.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
189
OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
3.8 US qt (3.6
)Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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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.......................
Compact Spare Tire .218
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Changing a Flat Tire .219
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If the Engine Won’t Start .224
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Jump Starting .226
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If the Engine Overheats .228
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .230
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Charging System Indicator .230
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .231
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Brake System Indicator .232
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Fuses .233
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Fuse Locations .236
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Emergency Towing .238
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .239
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
217
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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 ).If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, 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 service station or garage
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.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
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).
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L ow Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
230
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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CONT INUED
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Accessories .144
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .78
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Accessory Power Socket .99
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Additives, Engine Oil .188
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Adjusting the Steering Wheel .75
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Advanced Airbags .27
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Airbag (SRS) .9,22
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Air Conditioning System .102
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Usage .103
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Air Pressure, Tires .210
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Alcohol in Gasoline .136
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Antif reeze .190
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator .62,168
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Operation .168
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .128
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .78
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Audio System .107
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .20
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Automatic Speed Control .131
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Automatic Transmission .157
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Capacity, Fluid .244
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Checking Fluid Level .193 ..........................
Paddle Shif ters .162
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Shif ting .157
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators .157
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Shif t Lever Positions .158
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Shif t Lock Release .161
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Auxiliary Input Jack .127
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Capacities Chart .244
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .53
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .60,230
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Jump Starting .226
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Maintenance .214
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Specif ications .245
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Bef ore Driving .135
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Belts,Seat.8,18
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Beverage Holders .98
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Booster Seats .50
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) .168
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Break-in, New Linings .136
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Bulb Replacement .201
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Fluid .195
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Parking .96 .................
System Indicator .60,232
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System Design .167
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Wear Indicators .167
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Braking System .167
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Break-in, New Vehicle .136
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Brightness Control, Instruments .74
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Brights, Headlights .72,73
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights .201
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Brake Lights .201
Front Parking Lights/
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Front Side Marker Lights .198
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Fog Lights .199
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Headlights .196
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High-mount Brake Light .202
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Specif ications .245
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Taillights .201
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Turn Signal Lights .198,201
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Bulbs, Halogen .196
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
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CONT INUED
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .246
Downshif ting, Manual
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Transmission .155
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5
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Driving .151
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Economy .141
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Driving Guidelines .152
Driving with the Paddle
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Shif ters .162
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Dust and Pollen Filter .205
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Economy, Fuel .141
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Emergencies .217
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Battery, Jump Starting .226
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Brake System Indicator .232
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Changing a Flat Tire .219
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Charging System Indicator .230
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Checking the Fuses .234
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Hazard Warning Flashers .74
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Jump Starting .226
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .230
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .231
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Overheated Engine .228
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Towing .238 ...........................
Emergency Brake .96
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Emergency Flashers .74
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Emergency Towing .238
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Emissions Controls .251
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Emissions Testing .254
Engine
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Adding Engine Coolant .190
Coolant Temperature
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Indicator .63
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If It Won’t Start .224
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .231
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Oil Lif e .179
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Oil Pressure Indicator .60,230
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Oil, What Kind to Use .187
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Overheating .228
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Specif ications .244
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Speed Limiter .156,160
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Starting .154
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Ethanol in Gasoline .136
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Evaporative Emissions Controls .251
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Exhaust Fumes .53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by .16 ...................................
Fan, Interior .103
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Features .101
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Filling the Fuel Tank .137
Filters
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Dust and Pollen .205
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Oil .188
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Flashers, Hazard Warning .74
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Flat Tire, Changing a .219
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission .193
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Brake .195
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Clutch .195
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Manual Transmission .194
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Windshield Washer .192
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Folding the Rear Seat Down .91
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Folding the Rear Seat Up .90
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Four-way Flashers .74
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Front Airbags .9,25
Front Seat
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Adjusting .86
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Airbags .9,25
Index
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INDEX
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