2009 HONDA RIDGELINE charging

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On models without navigation system. On models with navigation system.
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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LOW FUEL INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
VTM-4 INDICATOR
BACK WINDOW OPEN
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.72)
(P.70)
(P.70)
(P.75) (P.65)
(P.63)
(P.63)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP (P.63)
(P.74) (P.69)(P.75) (P.82)/
INFORMATION
DISPLAY MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
(P.77)
(P.67) (P.71)(P.68) (P.62)
(P.64) (P.66) (P.71)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P.64)
(P.67)
MESSAGE
INDICATOR (P.74)
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P.75) WASHER LEVEL
INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS INDICATOR
(P.67)
(P.67)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR (P.66)
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.67)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68)
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR/
TPMS INDICATOR TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR
(P.69)
(P.73)
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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 .
For more inf ormation, see page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
EMISSION SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). For more inf ormation, see
page .
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
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On models with navigation system On models with navigation system On models with navigation system
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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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 .360
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Changing a Flat Tire .361
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If the Engine Won’t Start .369
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Jump Starting .370
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If the Engine Overheats .372
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .374
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Charging System Indicator .374
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .375
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Brake System Indicator .376
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Fuses .378
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Fuse Locations .381
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Emergency Towing .383
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck .383
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
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.
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
(seeon page
).
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
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.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
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L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Charging System Indicator
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
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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 and Modif ications .257
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .102
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Accessory Power Sockets .139
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AC Power Outlet .141
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Active Head Restraints .124
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Additives, Engine Oil .327
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Adjusting the Steering wheel .99
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Advanced Airbags .27
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Airbag (SRS) .9,23
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Air Conditioning System .146
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Usage .147,153
Air Outlets ...............
(Vents) .148,151,155,156
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Air Pressure, Tires .350
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Antif reeze .329
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .66,289
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Operation .289
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .204
Anti-thef t Steering Column
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Lock .102
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Armrests .122
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Audio System .159,167,173 ...
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .104
Automatic Heated Wiper
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Zone .95,150,156
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .21
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Automatic Speed Control .207
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Automatic Transmission .271
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Capacity, Fluid .388
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Checking Fluid Level .331
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Shif ting .271
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .271
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Shif t Lever Positions .272
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Shif t Lock Release .275
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Auxiliary Input Jack .203
Back Window .......................................
Indicator .75
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Operation .128,129
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .63,374
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Jump Starting .370
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Maintenance .356
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Specif ications .389Bed Lights
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Indicator .74
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Operation .144
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Bef ore Driving .247
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Belts,Seat .8,20
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Beverage Holders .137
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.217
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Booster Seats .52
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .289
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Break-in, New Linings .248
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Fluid .334
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Bulb Replacement .340,341
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Parking .132
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System Indicator .65,376
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Wear Indicators .288
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Braking System .288
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Break-in, New Vehicle .248
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Brightness Control, Instruments .98
Index
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .340
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Brake Lights .340
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Bed Lights .343
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Daytime Running Lights .339
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Fog Lights .339
Front Turn Signal /Parking/ .......................
Hazard Lights .338
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Headlights .336
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High-mount Brake Light .341
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License Plate Lights .342
Rear Bulbs (Brake/Taillights,
Turn Signal/Hazard Lights, ................
Back-up Lights) .340
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Specif ications .389
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Bulbs, Halogen .336,339
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Capacities Chart .388,389
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .55
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Cargo Hooks .118,137
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Carrying Cargo .259
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Care .198
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CD Changer .181,189CD Player/Changer Error
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Messages .201
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CD Player .175
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Certif ication Label .386
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Chains, tire .354
Change Oil ........................................
How to .327
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When to .313
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Changing a Flat Tire .361
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Charging System Indicator .63,374
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .269
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Childproof Door Locks .104
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Child Saf ety .34
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Booster Seats .52
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Child Seats .41
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Important Saf ety Reminders .34
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Inf ants .39
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Larger Children .51
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LATCH .43
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Risks with Airbags .35
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Small Children .40
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Tether .43,48
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Where Should a Child Sit? .35
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Child Seats .41
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LATCH .43
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Tether Anchorage Points .48 ...............
Climate Control System .152
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Clock .205
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Coat Hooks .138
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Code, Audio System .204
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CO in the Exhaust .397
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Compact Spare Tire .360
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Compass .210
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Console Compartment .136
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Consumer Inf ormation .404
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Controls, Instruments and .59
Coolant
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Adding .329
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Checking .253
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Proper Solution .329
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Temperature Gauge .76
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Courtesy Light .143
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .397
Cruise Control .......................................
Indicator .67
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Operation .207
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Cup Holders .137
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Customer Service Of f ice .404
Index
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Economy, Fuel .254
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Emergencies .359
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Battery, Jump Starting .370
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Brake System Indicator .376
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Changing a Flat Tire .361
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Charging System Indicator .374
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Checking the Fuses .378
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Hazard Warning Flashers .99
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .374
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .375
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Overheated Engine .372
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Stuck Vehicle .383
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Towing .383
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Emergency Brake .132
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Emissions Controls .397
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Emissions Testing .400Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge .76
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .63,375
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Oil Lif e Display .313,317
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Oil Pressure Indicator .63,374
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Oil, What Kind to Use .326
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Overheating .372
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Specif ications .389
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Speed Limiter .275
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Starting .270
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Engine, if it won’t start .369
Evaporative Emissions Control
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System .397
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Exhaust Fumes .55
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .398
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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Fan, Interior .147,154
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Features .145
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .3,60
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Daytime Running Lights .97
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Dead Battery .370
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .406
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Def rosting the Windows .150,155
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Dif f erential Fluid, Rear .333
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Dimensions .388
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Dimming the Headlights .95
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .331
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Engine Oil .253
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Directional Signals .95
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators .288
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Disposal of Used Oil .328
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Door and Tailgate Open Monitor .11
Doors
Locking and ..............
Unlocking .103,104,107
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Lockout Prevention .103
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Power Door Locks .103
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .390
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Driver and Passenger Safety .5 ...........................................
Driving .267
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Economy .254
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D3 .273
Dual-Action Tailgate ...............................
Indicator .11,115
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Operation .113
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Dust and Pollen Filter .345
Index
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .386 Ignition
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Keys .100
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Switch .102
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Timing Control System .398
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Immobilizer System .101
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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In-Bed Trunk .116
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Emergency Opener .117
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Open Indicator .75
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .61
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) .66
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A/T Temperature .69
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Back Window Open .75
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Bed Lights On .74
Brake (Parking and Brake ....................................
System) .65
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Charging System .63
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Cruise Control .67
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Cruise Main .67
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Door Open .75
DRL (Daytime Running ......................................
Lights) .67
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High Beam .67
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In-Bed Trunk Open .75
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Key (Immobilizer System) .66
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Lights On .69......................................
Low Fuel .68
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Low Oil Pressure .63
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Low Tire Pressure .72
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Maintenance Minder .71
Malf unction Indicator Lamp
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(MIL) .63
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Side Airbag Of f .64
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Seat Belt .62
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Security System .68
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SRS .64
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Tailgate Open .75
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TPMS System .72,73
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .66
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VSA Activation .71
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VSA System .70
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VTM-4 .70
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Washer Level .67
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Individual Map Lights .143
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Inf ant Restraint .39
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Inf ant Seats .39
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .349
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Headlights .94,95
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Aiming .336
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Automatic Lighting Off .96
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Control Dial .95
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Daytime Running Lights .97
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High Beam Indicator .67
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High Beams, Turning on .94,95
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Low Beams, Turning on .95
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Reminder Chime .96
Replacing Halogen ..............................
Bulbs .336,339
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Turning On .95
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Head Restraints .122
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Heated Mirrors .134
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Heaters, Seats .126
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Heating and Cooling .147,153
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High-Low Beam Switch .94
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver .213
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Hood, Opening the .252
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Horn .4,93
Index
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