2011 Acura TL belt

This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
Maintenance Minder messages on
the multi-information display, and
instructions f or simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.U.S. Vehicles:
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Maintenance Saf ety .496
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Maintenance Minder . 497
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Fluid Locations .507
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Engine Compartment Covers . 508
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Adding Engine Oil .509
Changing the Engine Oil and ...........................................
Filter .510
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Engine Coolant .512
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Windshield Washers .514
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Transmission Fluid .515
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Automatic Transmission . 515
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Manual Transmission . 517
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Brake and Cluth Fluid . 519
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Timing Belt .520
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Lights .521
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 530
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Floor Mats .531
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 532
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Exterior Care .532
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Wiper Blades .532
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Tires .534
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Checking the Battery . 542
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Vehicle Storage .544
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Interior Care .545
599
Maintenance
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.
Maint enance
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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 service 3 if they are noisy. Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
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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 line (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections 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 transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under20°F, 29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/
100,000 km (Canada).
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace rear differential fluid Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle
speeds results in higher level of mechanical (shear)
stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes
more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your
vehicle under these conditions, have the differential
fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
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Manual Transmission only
The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake f luid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
A low f luid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible.The timing belt should be replaced
according to the Maintenance
Minder (see page ).
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km
(Canada) if you regularly drive your
vehicleinanyof thefollowing
conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C). 497
Brake and Clutch Fluid, Timing Belt
Clutch Fluid
T iming Belt
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Each outside mirror has side turn
signal lights. The lights should be
replaced by your dealer.
This light should be replaced by
your dealer.
The license plate has two lights
above it. The bulbs should be
replaced by your dealer.If your seat belts get dirty, use a sof t
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air-dry bef ore
you use the vehicle.Dirt build-up around the openings of
the seat belt anchors can cause the
belts to retract slowly. Wipe the
openings with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts
Side T urn Signal L ights
High-mount Brake L ight
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
Cleaning the Seat Belts
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Your new Acura is covered by these
warranties:
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muf f ler owns the
vehicle. provides prorated
coverage f or a replacement battery
purchased f rom your dealer.
a seat
belt that f ails to f unction properly is
covered by a limited warranty.
Please read your warranty booklet
f or details.
covers all Acura
replacement parts against defects in
materials and workmanship. Acura accessories are covered under
this warranty. Time and mileage
limits depend on the type of
accessory and other f actors. Please
read your warranty manual f or
details. all exterior body panels are
covered f or rust-through f rom the
inside f or the specif ied time period
with no mileage limit.
covers your new vehicle, except f or
the emissions control systems and
accessories, against def ects in
materials and workmanship.
these two
warranties cover your vehicle’s
emissions control systems. Time,
mileage, and coverage are
conditional. Please read your
warranty booklet f or exact
inf ormation. Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2011 Acura Warranty Inf ormation
booklet that came with your vehicle
f or precise inf ormation on warranty
coverages. Your vehicle’s original
tires are covered by their
manuf acturer. Tire warranty
inf ormation is in a separate booklet.
Please ref er to the 2011 warranty
manual that came with your vehicle.
Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Replacement Muf f ler L if et imeLimited Warranty
Replacement Bat t ery L imit ed
Warranty
Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Replacement Part s L imit edWarranty
Accessory Limited Warranty
Rust Perf orat ion L imit ed Warrant y
New Vehicle L imit ed Warrant y
Emissions Cont rol Syst ems Def ect sWarrant y and EmissionsPerf ormance WarrantyWarrant y and Client Relat ions
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CONT INUED
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AAC .261, 301,348
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Accessories .453
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .145
ACCESSORY Mode ...........................
(Power Mode) .178
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Accessory Power Sockets . 207
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Active Head Restraints . 159
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AcuraLink
. 425
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Additives, Engine Oil . 510
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Advanced Airbags .28
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 24
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Airbag System Components . 24
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Air Conditioning System . 216,217
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Usage .218
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Air Pressure, Tires . 535,536
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Antif reeze .512
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .66, 482
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Operation .482
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 373
Anti-thef t Steering Column ....................................
Lock .145, 183
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Audio System .225 .
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 135
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
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Automatic Speed Control . 383
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Automatic Transmission . 468
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Capacity, Fluid .580
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Checking Fluid Level . 515
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Paddle Shif ters .473
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Shif ting .469
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .468
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Shif t Lock Release . 471
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Auxiliary Input Jack .372
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .65, 561
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Jump Starting .557
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Maintenance .542
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Specif ications .581
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Bef ore Driving .443
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Belts,Seat .8,20
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Beverage Holders .206
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Audio . 269,359
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HandsFreeLink. 389, 406
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Booster Seats .54
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 482
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Break-in, New Linings . 444
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Fluid .519
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Parking .204
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System Indicator . 65,563
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Wear Indicators .481
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Braking System .481
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 444
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .137
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Built-In Key .195
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .528
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Daytime Running Lights . 521
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Fog Lights .526
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Headlights .521
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Specif ications .581
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Turn Signal Lights . 524,528
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Bulbs, Halogen .521, 526
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DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard .3, 62
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Daytime Running Lights . 136
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Dead Battery .557
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 598
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 139
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Def rosting the Windows . 221
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Dimensions .580
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Dimming the Headlights . 133
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 515
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Engine Oil .448
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Directional Signals .133
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 481
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Disc Changer .241
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Disc Changer Error Messages . 251
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Disposal of Used Oil .512
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Capacities Chart .580
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 57
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Carrying, Cargo .455
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CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Care .364
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CD Changer .241
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CD Player .295
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Certif ication Label .578
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Chains .541
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Changing a Flat Tire .549
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .510
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When to .497
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Charging System Indicator . 65,561
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 460
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Child Saf ety .37
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Booster Seats .54
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Child Seats .45
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Inf ants .42
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Large Children .53
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LATCH .47
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Risks with Airbags .38
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Small Children .43
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Tethers .51 .....................
Warning Labels .39, 59
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 38
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Child Seats .45
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LATCH .47
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Tether Anchorage Points . 51
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Childproof Door Locks . 147
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 530
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Client Service Inf ormation . 596
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Climate Control System . 216,217
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On/Off Button .219
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Clock .374
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Clutch Fluid .520
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CO in the Exhaust . 57, 589
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 461,463
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Compact Spare Tire .548
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Compass .379
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Console Compartment . 208
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Consumer Inf ormation . 596
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Controls, Instruments and . 61
Coolant ........................................
Adding .512
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Checking .449
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Proper Solution .512
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Temperature Gauge . 76
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Water Temp Hot Message . 76Crankcase Emissions Control
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System .589
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Cruise Control Indicator . 72
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Cruise Control Operation . 383
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Cup Holders .206
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Customer Service Of f ice . 596
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Fan, Interior .220
Doors
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Lock Button, Outer Handle . 170
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Lockout Prevention . 147,171
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Monitor Indicator . 12,71
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Power Door Locks . 146
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Unlock Sensor, Outer Handle . 169
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 583
Downshif ting, ..............
Manual Transmission . 465
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D-Paddle Shif t Mode .473
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving .459
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Economy .450
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .164
Dual Temperature and Mode .......................................
Control .222
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Dual and Pollen Filter . 532
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Economy, Fuel .450
Electronic Stability Control ............................
(ESC) System .484
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Emergencies .547
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Battery, Jump Starting . 557 ...........
Brake System Indicator . 563
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Changing a Flat Tire . 549
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Charging System Indicator . 561
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Checking the Fuses . 565
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 139
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If the Engine Won’t Start . 554
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck . 574
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Jump Starting .557
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 561
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 562
Manually Opening Fuel Fill .......................................
Door .564
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Overheated Engine . 559
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Towing .572
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Emergency Brake .204
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Emergency Engine Start . 464
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Emergency Flashers .139
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Emergency Towing .572
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 150
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Emissions Controls .589
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Emissions Testing .592
Engine ............
Adding Engine Coolant . 512
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 76
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If It Won’t Start .554 Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp .64, 562
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Oil Lif e .84, 497
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,561
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 509
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Overheating .559
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Specif ications .581
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Speed Limiter . 466,471
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Start/Stop Button . 177,182
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Starting .461, 463
Starting System .........................
Message .462, 464
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Engine Compartment Covers . 508
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Engine Coolant .512
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Engine Start/Stop Button . 177
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Ethanol in Gasoline .445
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 589
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Exhaust Fumes .57
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .18
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