2010 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID fuel pressure

(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)(f luid capacities and tire pressures)
(main controls)
(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column)
(climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control ) (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)
(engine and transmission operation) (minder, f luid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) (f lat tire, jump starting, overheating, and f uses)
(vehicle specif ications, tires, and emissions controls) (warranty and contact inf ormation)
(how to order)
Contents
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety .5
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Index .I
Service Inf ormation Summary ........................................................................\
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Your Vehicle at a Glance .3
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Instruments and Controls .55
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Features .103
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Bef ore Driving .241
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Driving .257
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Maintenance .275
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T aking Care of the Unexpected .311
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T echnical Inf ormation .335
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Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) .351
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A uthorized Manuals (U.S. only) .355
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Owner's Identification Form
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2010 Civic Hybrid Online Reference Owner's Manual

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Î The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Optional in U.S.
1:
2: If equipped
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
57
TRUNK-OPEN
INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR LIGHTS ON
INDICATOR
(P.60)
(P. 60)
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
(P.
60)
(P.
60)
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR (P.61)
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR (P.61)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.
62)
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.61)
(P. 62)
(P.63)
(P.63)
(P. 59)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
(P.60)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATORBRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(AMBER)
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(EPS) INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR (RED)
DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
(P. 60)
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.
59)
(P.61) (P.
61)
(P.
62, 32 4 ) (P.
58, 32 6 )
(P. 64)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
(P. 64)
(P.
62, 323)
(P. 62, 325)
(P. 62, 264, 265) (P.
31, 58)
(P.31, 59) (P.
19, 58)
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This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
This indicator goes of f when your
dealer resets it after completing the
required maintenance service. This indicator reminds you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance. The
maintenance main items and sub
items will be displayed in the
inf ormation display. See page f or
more inf ormation on the
maintenance minder.
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the cruise control system by
pressing the CRUISE button (see
page ).
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control.
This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
come on (see page ).
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
If this indicator comes on and stays
on at any other time, or if it does not
come on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, there
is a problem with the TPMS. With
this indicator on, the low tire
pressure indicator will not come on
when a tire loses pressure. Take the
vehicle to your dealer to have the
system checked.
When the indicator comes on, there
are about 1.9 US gal (7.5
)of fuel
remaining in the tank.
When the reading reaches E, there is
a very small amount of f uel in the
tank.
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214
Canadian models only
U.S. models only
Instrument Panel Indicators
Low Fuel Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Cruise Main Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (T PMS) Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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To open the f uel f ill door, push
down the lever on the lef t of the
driver’s seat.Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. This
leaves some room in the f uel tank
for the fuel to expand with
temperature changes.
Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump. Removethefuelfillcapslowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank equalizes.
The fuel fill cap is attached to the
f uel f iller with a tether. Place the
cap in the holder on the f uel f ill
door.
even though the tank is not f ull,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
f uel vapor f rom going into the
atmosphere. Try f illing at another
pump. If this does not f ix the
problem, consult your dealer.
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4.
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If the f uel nozzle keeps clicking of f
Service Station Procedures
Ref ueling
Bef ore Driving
243
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HOLDERFUEL FILL CAPTETHERGasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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Ì Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
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,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate light monthly. See
page .
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. U.S. Vehicles:
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303 293
292
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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CONT INUED
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 340
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .257
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Economy .247
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 300
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Economy, Fuel .247
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Emergencies on the Road . 311
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Battery, Jump Starting . 319
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Brake System Indicator . 326
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Changing a Flat Tire . 313
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Charging System Indicator . 324
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Checking the Fuses . 328
Low Oil Pressure ...........................
Indicator .62, 323
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 325
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Overheated Engine . 321
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Emergency Brake .99
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Emergency Flashers .76
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Emergency Towing .333
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 88
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Emissions Controls .345
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Emissions Testing .348 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 66
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Engine Speed Limiter . 262
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .62, 325
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,323
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 285
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Overheating .321
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Specif ications .338
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Starting .259
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 345
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Exhaust Fumes .52
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .17
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Fan, Interior .105
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Features .103
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 243
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .300
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Oil .286
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 76
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 313Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 291
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Brake .292
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Windshield Washer . 290
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .204
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Four-way Flashers .76
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Front Airbags .10, 22
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Fuel .242
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Fill Door and Cap .243
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Gauge .67
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Octane Requirement . 242
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Oxygenated .242
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Reserve Indicator .61
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Tank, Filling the .243
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Fuses, Checking the .328
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 247
Index
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INDEX
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Keys .78
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Gasoline .242
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 61
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Gauge .67
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Octane Requirement . 242
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Tank, Filling the .243
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Gas Station Procedures . 243
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 66
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Fuel .67
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 260
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Automatic Transmission . 260
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Glove Box .101
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 293
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
Headlights ........................................
Aiming .293
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Daytime Running Lights . 75
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High Beam Indicator . 60
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Reminder Beeper .74
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 293
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Turning on .74
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Head Restraints .92
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Heated Mirrors .99 ...................................
Heaters, Seat .96
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High Altitude, Starting at . 259
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High-Low Beam Switch . 74
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Hood, Opening the .244
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Horn .72
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 336
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .78
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Switch .80
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Timing Control System . 346
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 58
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Inf ant Restraint .39
Inf ant Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System . 43
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Lower Anchors .43
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Tether Anchors .47
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Inf lation, Recommended Tire . 304
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Pressures .304
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Inf ormation Display .65
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Inside Mirror .98
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Inspection, Tire .305
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Instrument Panel .57 ................
Instrument Panel Lights . 58
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 75
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Interior Lights .102
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Introduction .i
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iPod
. 130, 183
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 313
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Jack, Tire .313
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Jump Starting .319
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Label, Certif ication .336
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Lane Change, Signaling . 74
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 15,19
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LATCH Anchorage System . 43
Index
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CONT INUED
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Maintenance .275
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Minder .277
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Minder Indicator .61
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .282
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Saf ety .276 .
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 62,325
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Meters, Gauges .57, 65
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Methanol in Gasoline . 242
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Mirrors, Adjusting .98
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MP3/WMA .121, 160
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Neutral Gear Position . 262
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New Vehicle Break-in . 242
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 336
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 242
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Odometer .65
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Odometer,Trip .67
Oil ........................
Change, How to .286
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Change, When to .277
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Checking Engine .244
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Pressure Indicator . 62,323
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Selecting Proper Viscosity . 285
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 80Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery .345
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Outside Mirrors .98
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 68
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Overheating, Engine .321
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 282
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Oxygenated Fuels .242
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Panel Brightness Control . 75
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Park Gear Position .262
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Parking .266
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Parking Brake .99
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 58,326
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Parking Lights .74
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 266
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PGM-FI System .346
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Playing the Radio . 113,148
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Playing a Disc .121, 160
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Playing a PC Card .170
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
Lights
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Bulb Replacement .293
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Indicator .60
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Parking .74
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Turn Signal .74
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Load Limits .253
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 80
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Fuel Fill Door .243
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Power Door .81
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Trunk .88
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Low Coolant Level .246
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Low Fuel Indicator .61
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Lower Anchors .43
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 62,323
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 338
Index
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INDEX
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