2012 HONDA ACCORD oil pressure

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the tex
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Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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: If equippedLOW FUEL INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
MAIN INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
LOW TIRE
PRESSURE
INDICATOR
VSA OFF INDICATORDOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.64)
(P.63) (P.58, 397)
(P.58, 397)
(P.58, 398)
(P.61) (P.61)
(P.60) (P.60)
(P.61) (P.59)
(P.58) (P.63) (P.59)(P.60)
(P.63) (P.64)(P.64) (P.64)
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(P.62)(P.59)
(P.63)
(P.64)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your vehicle.The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator f lashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more inf ormation,
see page .
See page .
If your f ront passenger does not
f asten their seat belt, the indicator
comes on about 6 seconds af ter the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position.
If either of you do not f asten your
seat belt while driving, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will f lash
again at regular intervals. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. It reminds you and your
passengers to f asten your seat belts.
A beeper also sounds if you have not
f astened your seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to the
ON (II) position bef ore f astening
your seat belt, the beeper sounds
and the indicator f lashes. If you do
notfastenyourseatbeltbeforethe
beeper stops, the indicator stops
f lashing but remains on. 18
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L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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U.S. Vehicles:
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability. 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.
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
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . 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
all the lights monthly. See page .
295 296351
354
372 357
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
340
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Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):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, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the contacting surf ace
of a new oil f ilter.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to: Reinstall 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.
4. 5. 6. 7.8. 9.
V6 models
4-cylinder models
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
347
V6 models
OIL FILTER
4-cylinder models OIL FILTER
4.2 US qt (4.0)
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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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 . 384
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Changing a Flat Tire . 385
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If the Engine Won’t Start . 390
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Jump Starting . 392
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If the Engine Overheats . 395
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 397
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Charging System Indicator . 397
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 398
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Brake System Indicator . 399
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Fuses . 400
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Fuse Locations . 404
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Emergency Towing . 407
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of the Unexpected
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
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 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.
If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
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.
1. 2. 3. 4.
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407 Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of the Unexpected
397
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 . 300
ACCESSORY
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(Ignition Key Position) . 80
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Accessory Power Sockets . 116
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Active Head Restraints . 98
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Additives, Engine Oil . 345
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Advanced Airbags . 26
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Airbag (SRS) . 9, 22
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Airbag System Components . 22
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Air Conditioning System . 124, 130
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Usage . 127, 131
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Air Pressure, Tires . 372, 373
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Antif reeze . 348
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator . 60, 319
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Operation . 319
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 245
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 80
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Audio System . 138
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 82
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
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Automatic Speed Control . 255
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Automatic Transmission . 312
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Capacity, Fluid . 412, 414 .......................................
Shif ting . 312
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators . 312
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Shif t Lever Positions . 312
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Shif t Lock Release . 315
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 244
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 58, 397
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Jump Starting . 392
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Maintenance . 380
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Specif ications . 413, 415
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Bef ore Driving . 287
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders . 116
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HandsFreeLink. 262
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Booster Seats . 50
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 319
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Break-in, New Linings . 288
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Bulb Replacement . 362
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Fluid . 354
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Parking . 114 .................
System Indicator . 59, 399
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Wear Indicators . 318
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Braking System . 318
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 288
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 74
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 362
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Brake Lights . 362
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Fog Lights . 364
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Front Parking Lights . 360
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Headlights . 357
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High-mount Brake Light . 363
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Rear Lights . 362
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Specif ications . 413, 415
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Turn Signal Lights . 360, 362
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Bulbs, Halogen . 357, 364
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Capacities Chart . 412, 414
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 53
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Carrying Cargo . 302
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CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Care . 237Bluetooth
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Downshif ting, Manual.............................
Transmission . 310
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 307
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Economy . 297
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System . 103
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Dual Temperature Control . 135
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 368
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Economy, Fuel . 297
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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System . 321
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Emergencies . 383
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Battery, Jump Starting . 392
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Brake System Indicator . 399
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Changing a Flat Tire . 385
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Charging System Indicator . 397
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 75
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Jump Starting . 392
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Checking the Fuses . 400
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 397
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 398
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Overheated Engine . 395 .......................................
Towing . 407
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Emergency Brake . 114
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Emergency Flashers . 75
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Emergency Towing . 407
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Emissions Controls . 422
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Emissions Testing . 425Engine
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Adding Engine Coolant . 348
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 68
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If It Won’t Start . 390
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 398
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Oil Lif e Indicator . 335
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 397
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 344
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Overheating . 395
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Specif ications . 412, 414
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Speed Limiter . 311, 315
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Starting . 309
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V6 . 414
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4-cylinder . 412
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Engine Speed Limiter . 311, 315
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 289
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 422
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Exhaust Fumes . 53
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 16 ..........................
Fan, Interior . 125, 133
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Features . 123
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 290
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 368
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Oil . 346
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 75
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 385
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Floor Mats . 367
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 351
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Brake . 354
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Clutch . 355
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Manual Transmission . 353
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Power Steering . 355
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Windshield Washer . 350
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Fog Lights . 74
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Folding Rear Seat . 99
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Four-way Flashers . 75
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Front Airbags . 9, 24
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