2012 HONDA ACCORD mirror

When preparing to tow, and bef ore
driving away, be sure to check the
f ollowing:The vehicle has been properly
serviced, and the suspension and
the cooling system are in good
operating condition.
The trailer has been properly
serviced and is in good condition.
All weights and loads are within
limits.
Thehitch,safetychains,andany
other attachments are secure.
All items in or on the trailer are
properly secured and cannot shif t
while you drive.
Many states and Canadian
provinces/territories require special
outside mirrors when towing a trailer.
Even if they don’t, you should install
special mirrors if you cannot clearly
see behind you, or if the trailer
creates a blind spot.
Trailer lights and equipment must
comply with f ederal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
Check with your local trailer sales or
rental agencies f or the requirements
in the area where you plan to tow,
and use only equipment designed f or
your vehicle.
Since lighting and wiring vary by
trailer type and brand, you should
have a qualif ied technician install a
suitable connector between the
vehicle and the trailer. Improper
equipment or installation can cause
damage to your vehicle’s electrical
system and af f ect your vehicle
warranty. Askyourtrailersalesorrental
agency if any other items are
recommended or required f or your
towing situation.
Towing a Trailer
Pre-T ow ChecklistA ddit ional T owing Equipment
T railer L ights
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Specif ications (4-cylinder models)
T echnical Inf ormat ion
413
Lights Battery Fuses
Tires
Alignment
Headlights
Front turn signal/parking lights
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Back-up lights
Stop/taillights
License plate lights
High-mount brake light
Ceiling light
Spotlights
Trunk light
Front door courtesy lights
Vanity mirror lights
Capacity 12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V36 AH/5 HR
38 AH/5 HR
45 AH/20 HR
47 AH/20 HR
52 AH/5 HR
65 AH/20 HR Interior
Under-hood Size
Pressure
P215/60R16 94H
P225/50R17 93V
T135/80D16 101M
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Toe-in
CamberCaster 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0

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Fuel . 288
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 291
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Fill Door and Cap . 290
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Gauge . 68
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Low Fuel Indicator . 63
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Octane Requirement . 288
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Oxygenated . 289
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Tank, Ref ueling . 290
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Fuel Economy . 297
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Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator . 61
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Fuses, Checking the . 400
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 297, 298
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Gasoline . 288
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Gauge . 68
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Low Fuel Indicator . 63
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Octane Requirement . 288
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Tank, Ref ueling . 290
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Gas Station Procedures . 290
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 68
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Fuel . 68
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 312 ..............
Manual Transmission . 310
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Glove Box . 118
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
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(GVWR) . 304, 327
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 357
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HandsFreeLink
. 262
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 75
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Headlights . 71
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Aiming . 357
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Automatic Lighting Off . 73
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Automatic Lighting On . 72
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Daytime Running Lights . 73
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High Beam Indicator . 63
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Reminder Chime . 71
Replacing Halogen
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Bulbs . 357, 364
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Turning on . 71
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Head Restraints . 13, 96
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Heating and Cooling . 124
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Heated Mirrors . 107
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Heater, Seat . 102
HomeLink
Universal
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Transceiver . 258 ........
Hood, Opening and Closing . 293
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Hydraulic Clutch . 355
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 410
Ignition
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Keys . 78
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Switch . 80
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Timing Control System . 423
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Immobilizer System . 79
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators . 58
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 60
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) . 59, 399
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Charging System . 58, 397
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Cruise Control . 64
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Cruise Main . 64
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Door and Trunk Open . 62
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 63
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Fog Lights . 64
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Fuel Economy Indicator . 61
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High Beam . 63
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 64
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Lights On . 62
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Low Fuel . 63
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Low Oil Pressure . 58, 397
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Low Tire Pressure . 61
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 398
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Security System . 63
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Side Airbag Of f . 59
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Seat Belt . 58
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SRS . 59
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TPMS . 61
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning . 62 ........................................
VSA Off . 60
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VSA System . 60
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 58
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Inf ant Restraint . 40
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Inf ant Seats . 40
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 372
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Inf ormation Display . 66
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Inside Mirror . 106
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Inspection, Tire . 374
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Installing a Child Seat . 43
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
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Using LATCH . 44
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Instrument Panel . 57
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 74
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Instruments and Controls . 55
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Interior Lights . 121
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Introduction . i
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iPod
. 166, 218
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 386
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Jack, Tire . 386
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Jump Starting . 392 ..................................................
Keys . 78
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Label, Certif ication . 410
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Lane Change, Signaling . 71
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19
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LATCH System . 44
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 357
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Indicator . 57
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Parking . 71
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Turn Signal . 62, 71
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 80
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Childproof Door . 88
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Fuel Fill Door . 290
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Glove Box . 118
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Lockout Prevention . 82
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Power Door . 81
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Trunk . 92
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Low Coolant Level . 296
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Low Fuel Indicator . 63
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 310
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 58, 397
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Lower Anchors . 44
Lubricant Specif ications
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Chart . 412, 414
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 302
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Maintenance . 333
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Minder . 335
Main Items and Sub
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Items . 338, 341
Owner’s Maintenance
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Checks . 340
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Minder Indicator . 64
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Saf ety . 334
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 398
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Manual Transmission . 310
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 353
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Meters, Gauges . 57, 65
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Methanol in Gasoline . 289
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 106
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Modif ications Your Vehicle . 301 .......................................
Moonroof . 112
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Neutral Gear Position . 313
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New Vehicle Break-in . 288
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 311
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 410
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 288
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Odometer . 66
Oil
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Change, How to . 346
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Change, When to . 335
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Checking Engine . 295
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Pressure Indicator . 58, 397
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart . 345
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 80
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 422
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Outside Mirrors . 107
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Outside Temperature Indicator . 67 ....................
Overheating, Engine . 395
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 340
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Oxygenated Fuels . 289
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Panel Brightness Control . 74
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Park Gear Position . 313
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Parking . 317
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Parking Brake . 114
Parking Brake and Brake
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System Indicator . 59, 399
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Parking Lights . 71
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 424
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Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 31
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PGM-FI System . 423
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Pollen Filter . 368
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Power Door Locks . 81
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Power Seat Adjustments . 94
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Power Socket Locations . 115
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Power Windows . 108
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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 . 35
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General Guidelines . 35
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Protecting Inf ants . 40
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Protecting Larger Children . 49
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Protecting Small Children . 41
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers . 48
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Using LATCH . 44
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Radiator Overheating . 395
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Radio/CD Sound System . 138
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Radio Thef t Protection . 245
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Radio, XM
. 148, 199
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Readiness Codes . 425
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 362
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Rear Seat, Folding . 99
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Rear Ventilation . 129, 137
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Rear View Mirror . 106
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Rear Window Def ogger . 76
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 94, 95
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 311
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Ref ueling . 290
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Reminder Indicators . 58
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Remote Transmitter . 88 Replacement Inf ormation
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Engine Oil and Filter . 346
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Fuses . 400
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Light Bulbs . 357
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Timing Belt . 356
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Tires . 372
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Wiper Blades . 369
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 20
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 430
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Reserve Tank, Coolant . 296, 348
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Restraint, Child . 35
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Reverse Gear Position . 313
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Rotation, Tire . 376
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Safety Belts . 8, 18
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 430
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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 . 54
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Saf ety Messages . iii
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SeatBelts .8,18
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Additional Information . 18 Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners . 20
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Cleaning . 367
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 19
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Maintenance . 20
Reminder Indicator and
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Beeper . 18, 58
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System Components . 18
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Use During Pregnancy . 16
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 19
Seats .................................
Adjusting . 94-96
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Folding . 99
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Heaters . 102
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Security System . 249
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Select/Reset Knob . 65
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Selecting a Child Seat . 42
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Selector Knob (Disc Changer) . 139
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Serial Number . 410
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Service Minder . 335
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Service Manual . 431
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Service Station Procedures . 290
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Setting the Clock . 246
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators . 312
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Tire Pressure Monitoring............
System (TPMS) . 323, 420
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator . 61, 323
Required Federal ............................
Explanation . 420
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TPMS Indicator . 61, 324
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Tires . 372
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Air Pressure . 373
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Chains . 388
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Checking Wear . 374
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Compact Spare . 384
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 416
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Glossary of Tire Terminology . 419
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Inf lation . 372
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Inspection . 374
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Replacing . 387
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Rotating . 386
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Service Lif e . 385
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Snow . 388
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Specif ications . 413, 415
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Tools, Tire Changing . 385
Towing
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A Trailer . 326
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Emergency Wrecker . 407
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Weight Limit . 326 Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic . 351
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual . 353
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Fluid Selection . 352, 353
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Identif ication Number . 411
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Shif ting the Automatic . 312
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Shif ting the Manual . 310
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Treadwear . 374
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Trip Meter . 67
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Trunk . 92
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Emergency Opener . 93
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Opening the . 92
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Open Indicator . 62
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Turn Signals . 71
Unexpected, Taking Care of
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the . 383
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 416
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Unleaded Gasoline . 288
USB Adapter
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Cable . 166, 176, 218, 227
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USB Flash Memory Device . 176, 227 .......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 347
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Vanity Mirror . 120
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 303
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Vehicle Dimensions . 412, 414
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 410
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
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System . 321
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VSA Of f Indicator . 60, 321
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VSA Of f Switch . 322
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VSA System Indicator . 60, 321
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Vehicle Storage . 381
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Ventilation . 127, 133
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VIN . 410
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Viscosity, Oil . 345
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Voice Control System . 131, 186
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WARNING, Explanation of . iii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 54
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Warranty Coverages . 429
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