2009 HONDA CIVIC maintenance

In addition to proper inf lation,
correct wheel alignment helps to
decrease tire wear. If you f ind a tire
is worn unevenly, have your dealer
check the wheel alignment.
Have your dealer check the tires if
you f eel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
rebalanced if it is removed f rom the
wheel. When you have new tires
installed, make sure they are
balanced. This increases riding
comf ort and tire lif e. For best results,
have the installer perform a dynamic
balance.To help increase tire lif e and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires according to the
maintenance messages displayed on
the information display. Move the
tires to the positions shown in the
chart each time they are rotated. If
you purchase directional tires, rotate
only f ront-to-back.
When the tires are rotated, make
sure the air pressures are checked.The tires that came on your vehicle
were designed and constructed to
provide superior grip during
acceleration, braking, and cornering.
As a trade-of f , they will wear more
rapidly than tires used on ordinary
passenger vehicles. Because of the
vehicle’s weight distribution, and the
fact that the front wheels are the
driving wheels, you can expect them
to wear more rapidly than the rear
tires.On Si model only
T ire Maintenance T ire Rotation T ire Wear
Tires
328
Front Front
(For Non-directional
Tires and Wheels) (For Directional
Tires and Wheels)
On vehicles with aluminum wheels,
improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use
only Honda wheel weights f or
balancing.
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If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the
audio system will disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradio,you
may see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
).
The navigation system will also
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the ignition switch, the system
will require you to enter a PIN
bef ore it can be used. Ref er to the
navigation system manual.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting will be reset to 1:00. To set
the time again, f ollow the setting
procedure (see page ).
206
205
On vehicles with navigation system
On vehicles without navigation system
WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Checking the Battery
Maint enance
333
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normaloperation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the batterymaintenance.
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Always check the TPMS malf unction
telltale af ter replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to f unction
properly.
Your vehicle has also been equipped
with a TPMS malf unction indicator
to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS
malf unction indicator is provided by
a separate telltale, which displays the
symbol ‘‘TPMS’’ when illuminated.
When the malf unction indicator is
illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as
intended.
TPMS malf unctions may occur f or a
variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS f rom
f unctioning properly.
Driving on a signif icantly under-
inf lated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inf lation also reduces f uel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may
af f ect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inf lation has
not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanat
ion
T echnical Inf ormation
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T he publications shown below can be purchased f rom Helm
Incorporated. You can order by phone or online:Call Helm Inc. at 1-800-782-4356 (credit card orders only)
Go online at
If you are interested in other years or models, contact Helm Inc.
at 1-800-782-4356.
Covers maintenance and recommended procedures f or
repair to engine and chassis components. It is written
f or the journeyman mechanic, but it is simple enough
f or most mechanically inclined owners to understand.
Complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth
troubleshooting inf ormation f or each electrical circuit
in your vehicle.
Describes the procedures involved in the replacement
of damaged body parts.
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Service Manual:
Electrical T roubleshooting Manual:
Body Repair Manual:
(U.S. only)
Authorized Manuals
Authorized Manuals
381
Form Description
2006-2009 Honda Civic 2/4 Door Service Manual 2006-2009 Honda Civic 2/4 Door
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
2006-2009 Model Series Honda Civic 2/4 Door Body Repair Manual
2009 Honda Civic 4 Door Owner’s Manual 2009 Honda Civic
Navigation System Owner’s Manual
2009 Honda Civic Honda Service History
2009 Honda Civic 4 Door Quick Start Guide Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate Year and Model Desired
Publication
Form Number 61SNA08
61SNA08EL
61SNA30
31SNA630 31SNA820
31SNAM30 31SNAQ30 HON-R
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CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 257
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 80
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Accessory Power Socket . 108
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Active Head Restraints . 96
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Additives, Engine Oil . 301
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
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Airbags, Additional Information . 21
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Additional Safety Precautions . 32
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .26
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Airbag Service . 31
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works . 30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works . 30
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 29
How Your Front Airbags
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Work . 24
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
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Work . 29
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SRS Components . 21
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Air Conditioning System . 110
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Air Pressure, Tires . 325 ......................................
Antif reeze . 304
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 60, 276
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Operation . 276
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 205
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock . 80
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Armrest . 97
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Audio System . 114
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 83
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Auto Door Locking . 83
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Auto Door Unlocking . 85
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 208
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Automatic Transmission . 270
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Capacity, Fluid . 365
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Checking Fluid Level . 308
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Shif ting . 270
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 270
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Shif t Lever Positions . 271
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Shif t Lock Release . 273
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 204 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 65, 349
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Jump Starting . 344
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Maintenance . 332
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Specif ications . 366
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Bef ore Driving . 247
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders . 108
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink. 211
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 276
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Break-in, New Linings . 248
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Bulb Replacement . 315
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Fluid . 310
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Pad Wear Indicators . 275
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Parking . 105
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System Indicator . 59, 351
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Braking System . 275
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 248
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 75
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Jump Starting . 344
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Keys . 78
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Label, Certif ication . 362
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Lane Change, Signaling . 73
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19
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LATCH Anchor System . 42
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 312
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Indicator . 59
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Parking . 73
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Turn Signal . 73
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Load Limits . 260
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 80
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Fuel Fill Door . 249
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Power Door . 82
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Trunk . 88
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Low Coolant Level . 253
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Low Fuel Indicator . 64 ................................
Lower Anchors . 42
...
Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 267
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 349
Low Tire Pressure
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Indicator . 63, 280
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 365
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Maintenance . 289
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Minder . 291-297
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Minder Indicator . 65
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 296
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Saf ety . 290
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 350
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Manual Transmission . 267
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 309
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Meters, Gauges . 66
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Methanol in Gasoline . 249
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 104
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Moonroof . 102
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MP3/WMA . 126, 162
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Neutral Gear Position . 271 ..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 248
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 268
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 362
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 248
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Odometer . 67
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Odometer, Trip . 68
Oil
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Change, How to . 302
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Change, When to . 291
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Checking Engine . 251
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Pressure Indicator . 65, 349
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Selecting Proper Viscosity . 300
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 372
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Outside Mirrors . 104
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 68
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Overheating, Engine . 347
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 296
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Oxygenated Fuels . 249
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Panel Brightness Control . 75
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Park Gear Position . 271
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Parking . 274
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Parking Brake . 105
Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator . 59, 351
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Parking Lights . 73
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 374
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Playing a Disc . 125, 161
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Playing a PC Card . 170
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Playing the Radio . 116, 149
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PGM-FI System . 373
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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 . 33
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General Guidelines . 33
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Protecting Inf ants . 38
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Protecting Larger Children . 47
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Protecting Small Children . 39 ..................................
Saf ety Belts . 8, 18
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 380
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Saf ety Features . 7
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Airbags . 9
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Seat Belts . 8
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 52
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Saf ety Messages . iii
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Seat Belts . 8, 18
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Additional Information . 18
Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners . 19
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 19
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Maintenance . 20, 319
Reminder Light and
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Beeper . 18, 59
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Radiator Overheating . 347
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Radio/CD Sound System . 115
Radio/CD/PC Card Sound
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System . 149
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Readiness Codes . 350
Rear Lights, Bulb
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Replacement . 315-317
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Rear Seat, Folding . 97
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Rear View Mirror . 104
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Rear Window Def ogger . 76
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 93
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 268
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Reminder Lights . 59
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Remote Audio Controls . 203
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Remote Transmitter . 90
Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 320
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Engine Oil and Filter . 302
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Fuses . 352
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Light Bulbs . 312
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Maintenance Minder . 291
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Tires . 329
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Wiper Blades . 321 Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a
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Crash . 20
Reserve Tank, Engine ...............................
Coolant . 253, 304
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Restraint, Child . 33
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Reverse Gear Position . 271
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Rotation, Tire . 328
Index
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 367
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Emissions Control Systems . 372
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Emissions Testing . 375
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Oxygenated Fuels . 249
Three Way Catalytic
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Converter . 373
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Tire Labeling . 369
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Temperature Gauge . 70
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Tether Anchor Points . 45
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Thef t Protection . 207
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 374
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Time, Setting the . 206
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Tire Chains . 331
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 337
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Tire Inf ormation . 367
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
................................
(TPMS) . 280
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Indicator . 63, 281
Required Federal
..........................
Explanation . 370
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Tires . 324
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Air Pressure . 325
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Checking Wear . 326
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Compact Spare . 336
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 367 ..................
High Speed Driving . 326
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Inf lation . 324
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Inspection . 326
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Maintenance . 328
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Replacing . 329
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Rotating . 328
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Service Lif e . 327
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Snow . 331
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Specif ications . 330, 366
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Tire Chains . 331
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Tools, Tire Changing . 337
Towing
.....................................
A Trailer . 283
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Emergency Towing . 358
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Traction Devices . 331
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic . 308
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual . 309
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Fluid Selection . 308, 309
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Identif ication Number . 362
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Shif ting the Automatic . 270
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Shif ting the Manual . 267
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Treadwear . 367
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Trip Meter . 68 ................................................
Trunk . 88
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Opening . 88
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Open Monitor Light . 61
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Turn Signals . 73
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Vanity Mirror . 107
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 260
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Vehicle Dimensions . 364
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 362
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Vehicle Storage . 334
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VIN . 362
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Viscosity, Oil . 301
Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................
of the . 335
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 367
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Unleaded Gasoline . 248
USB Adapter
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Cable . 135, 144, 185, 193
.
USB Flash Memory Device . 141, 190
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 304
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