2009 HONDA ODYSSEY oil level

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If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months
after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
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.
Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display,
replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
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Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions, replace
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Replace dust and pollen filter 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).
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under 20°F,29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km
(Canada).
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
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 VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
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Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-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.
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.
A dding Engine Oil
Recommended Engine Oil
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
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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
recommended 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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9.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
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29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.5 US qt (4.3
) 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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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 flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
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.
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3.
4. 88
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On Touring models On Touring models
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
479
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 .376
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .144
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Accessory Power Socket .203
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AC Power Outlet .203
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Additives, Engine Oil .427
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .30
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Airbag (SRS) .9,25
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Air Conditioning System .210
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Rear A/C Control .216
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Air Outlets (Vents) .213,220
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Air Pressure, Tires .451
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Antif reeze .431
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .69,392
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Operation .392
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .284
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock .144
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Armrests .171
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Audio Controls, Remote .282
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Audio System .221
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .23
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature .138 .............
Automatic Speed Control .319
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Automatic Transmission .386
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Capacity, Fluid .494
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Checking Fluid Level .433
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Shif ting .386
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .386
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Shif t Lever Positions .387
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Shif t Lock Release .389
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Auxiliary Input Jack .283
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .67,479
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Jump Starting .475
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Maintenance .458
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Specif ications .494
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Bef ore Driving .367
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Belts,Seat .8,21
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Beverage Holders .195
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.325
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Booster Seats .57
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .392 .............
Break-in, New Linings .368
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Bulb Replacement .441,443
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Fluid .435
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Pad Wear Indicators .391
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Parking .192
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System Indicator .69,481
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Braking System .391
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Break-in, New Vehicle .368
Brightness Control,
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Instruments .139
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .442
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Brake Lights .443
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Front Parking Lights .439
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Front Side Marker Lights .439
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Front Turn Signal Light .438
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Headlights .437
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Rear Bulbs .441,442
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Rear Turn Signal Light .441
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Specif ications .495
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Bulbs, Halogen .437
Index
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Keys .142
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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Indicators .65,66
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) .69,392
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) .69,481
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Charging System .67,478
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Cruise Control .75
DRL (Daytime Running .....................................
Lights) .73
Indicators .....................................
Fog Light .73
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Fuel Economy .75
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High Beam .73
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Key (Immobilizer System) .70
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Lights On .73
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Low Fuel .74
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Low Oil Pressure .67,479
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Low Tire Pressure .71,396,399
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Maintenance Minder .76
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Side Airbag Of f .35,68
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SRS .34,67
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System Message .76
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TPMS .72,397,400
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .72Vehicle Stability Assist
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(VSA
) System .70,394
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VSA Activation .70
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Washer Level .74
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Individual Map Lights .206
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Inf ant Restraint .43
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Inf ant Seats .45
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LATCH Anchorage System .48
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Lower Anchors .48
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Tether Anchorage Points .54
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .451
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In-Floor Storage Area .200
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Inside Mirror .190
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Inspection, Tire .452
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Instrument Panel .4,133
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Instrument Panel Brightness .139
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Integrated Sunshade .197
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Interior Lights .205
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle .468
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Jack, Tire .467
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Jump Starting .475.......................
Label, Certif ication .492
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Lane Change, Signaling .136
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .15,22
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LATCH Anchorage System .48
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Light Control Switch .205
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .437
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Indicator .73
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Interior .205
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Parking .135
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Turn Signal .136
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Load Limits .378,404
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .144
Index
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Anti-thef t Steering Column .144
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Fuel Fill Door .369
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Glove Box .201
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Lockout Prevention .151
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Power Door .151
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Sliding Doors .161
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Tailgate .157
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Low Coolant Level .372
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Low Fuel Indicator .74
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .67,479
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Lower Anchors .48,50
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Lower Glove Box .201
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart .494
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) .378
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Maintenance .413
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Minder .415-424
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Minder Indicator .76
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Owner Maintenance Checks .423
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Saf ety .414
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .67,480
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Manual Sliding Doors .161
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Meters, Gauges .77..............
MichelinPAXSystem .462
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Mirrors, Adjusting .190
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Modif ications .377
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Modif ying Your Vehicle .376
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Moonroof .189
Moving the Second Row Bucket .............................................
Seat .175
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .81
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Neutral Gear Position .387
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New Vehicle Break-in .368
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NOTICE, Explanation of .i
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Numbers, Identif ication .492
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline .368
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Odometer .78,85
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Odometer, Trip .78,86
Oil ........................
Change, How to .428
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Change, When to .415
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Checking Engine .371
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Pressure Indicator .67,479 Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart .427
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ON (Ignition Key Position) .144
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery .503
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Outside Mirrors .191
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Overheating, Engine .477
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Owner Maintenance Checks .423
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Oxygenated Fuels .368
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Panel Brightness Control .139
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Park Gear Position .387
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Parking .390
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Parking Brake .192
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator .69,481
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Parking Lights .136
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Parking Sensor System .361
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Parking Over Things that Burn .390
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator .35
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PAX
System .462
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PGM-FI System .504
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Power Door Locks .151
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CONT INUED
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Vanity Mirror .199
Supplemental Restraint System
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Servicing .36
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SRS Indicator .34,67
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System Components .25
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Synthetic Oil .427
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Tachometer .77
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Tailgate .157
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Opening the .157,158
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Open Monitor Indicator .75,91
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Taillights, Changing Bulbs .441,442
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Taking Care of the Unexpected .461
Technical Descriptions
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Emissions Control Systems .503
Three Way Catalytic
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Converter .504,505
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Temperature Gauge .77
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Temperature, Inside Sensor .220
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Tensioners, Seat Belts .23
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Tether Anchorage Points .54
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Thef t Protection .284
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Three Way Catalytic Converter .505
Tilt and Telescoping the
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Steering Wheel .141..........................
Time, Setting the .281
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Timing Belt .436
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Tire Chains .455
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Tire, How to Change a Flat .466
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Tires .450
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Air Pressure .451
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Balancing .453
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Checking Wear .452
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Compact Spare .465
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .496
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Inf lation .450
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Inspection .452
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Labeling .498
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Replacing .454
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Rotating .453
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Service Lif e .453
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Snow .455
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Specif ications .495
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Tire Chains .455
Tire Pressure Monitoring ............
System (TPMS) .396,399
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Tools, Tire Changing .466
Towing
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A Trailer .404
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Emergency Wrecker .488
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Equipment and Accessories .406 .............................
Weight Limit .404
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Trailer Loading .404
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Trailer Towing Tips .410
Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level .433
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Fluid Selection .434
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Identif ication Number .493
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Shif ting the Automatic .386
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Treadwear .496
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Trip Meter .78,86
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Turn Signals .135
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .461
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .496
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Unleaded Gasoline .368
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Upper Glove Box .201
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .429
Index
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