2012 HONDA INSIGHT warning light

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 60
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Instrument Panel . 61
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 62
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Gauges . 72
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 75
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel . 118
Windshield Wipers and .....................................
Washers . 119
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 120
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Daytime Running Lights . 123
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 124
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Hazard Warning Button . 125
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Rear Window Def ogger . 126
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ECON Button . 127
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Steering Wheel Adjustments . 128
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Keys and Locks . 129
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Immobilizer System . 130
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Ignition Switch . 131
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Door Locks . 133
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Childproof Door Locks . 134
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Remote Transmitter . 135
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Hatch . 139
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Unlocking the Hatch . 140
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Seats . 141
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Front Seat Adjustments . 141 Driver’s Seat Height
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Adjustment . 141
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Head Restraints . 142
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Folding the Rear Seats Down . 145
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Armrest . 146
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Mirrors . 147
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 147
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Power Mirror Heaters . 148
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Power Windows . 149
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Parking Brake . 151
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Interior Convenience Items . 152
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Cargo Area Cover . 153
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Under Floor Storages . 155
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Floor Storage Compartments . 155
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Beverage Holders . 156
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Accessory Power Socket . 157
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Console Compartment . 157
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Glove Box . 158
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Center Tray . 158
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Center Pockets . 159
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Coat Hook . 160
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Sun Visors . 160
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Vanity Mirror . 160
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Interior Lights . 161
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).
The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the cruise control system by
pressing the CRUISE button on the
steering wheel (see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
f or inf ormation on operating the
cruise control.
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224On LX and EX models
On LX and EX models
Cruise Main Indicator
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Cruise Control Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
69

If you do not insert the key in the
ignition switch af ter opening the
driver’s door, the illumination turns
of f about 30 seconds af ter you close
the door.
If you insert the key but do not turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, the illumination turns of f in
about 10 seconds.Push the button next to the audio
system to turn on the hazard
warning lights (f our-way f lashers).
This causes all f our outside turn
signal lights and both turn signal
indicators in the instrument panel to
f lash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled. Hazard Warning Button
Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

CONT INUED
If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.Park the vehicle on f irm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park. Apply the
parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.Open the hatch.
Remove the cargo area floor by
caref ully pulling the f ront edge of
the f loor straight up.
4. 3.
2. 1.
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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HOLDER
FLOOR
TABThe vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.

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Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
the accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
check the high temperature
indicator. If the high heat is due to
overloading, the engine should
start to cool down almost
immediately. If it does, wait until
the high temperature indicator
goes of f , then continue driving.
If the high temperature indicator
stays on, turn of f the engine.Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page ). Add coolant if the level is
below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the high
temperature indicator goes of f
bef ore checking the radiator.
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4.5.
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7.
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If theEngineOverheats
Emergency
Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.

If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).The engine running generates the oil
pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is
activated, the engine is stopped, the
oil pressure is dropped, and the low
oil pressure indicator does not come
on.
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.
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.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on.
The indicator notif ies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle’s oil
level at each ref ueling. 1.
2.
3.
4.
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L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
365
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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Fuel . 246
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Fill Door and Cap . 247
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Gauge . 73
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Octane Requirement . 246
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Oxygenated . 246
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Reserve Indicator . 70
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Tank, Filling the . 247
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Fuses, Checking the . 371
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 253
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Gasoline . 246
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 70
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Gauge . 73
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Octane Requirement . 246
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Tank, Filling the . 247
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Gas Station Procedures . 247
Gauges
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Charge/Assist . 74
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Fuel . 73
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 273
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Automatic Transmission . 273
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Glove Box . 158
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 380 Ignition
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Keys . 129
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Switch . 131
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Timing Control System . 390
IMA System Power Flow ........................................
Monitor . 84
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Immobilizer System . 130
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 62
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Indicators, Messages (MID) . 62, 89
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 64
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Auto Idle Stop . 66
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) . 63, 368
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Cruise Control . 69
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Cruise Main . 69
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Door/Hatch Open . 12, 68
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 123
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EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 68
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ECON Mode . 71
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High Beam . 69
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High Temperature (Coolant) . 67
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IMA Battery Level . 85
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IMA System . 66
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 63
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 323
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HandsFreeLink
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Hatch . 139
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Opening . 139
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Open Indicator . 68
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 125
Headlights
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Aiming . 323
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Daytime Running Lights . 123
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High Beam Indicator . 69
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Reminder Beeper . 121
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 323
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Turning on . 121
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Head Restraints . 142
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Heated Mirrors . 148
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High Altitude, Starting at . 265
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High-Low Beam Switch . 120
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Hill Start Assist System . 297
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Hood, Opening the . 250
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Horn . 4
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Indicators, Messages (MID).....................................
Lights On . 69
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Low Fuel . 70
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Low Oil Pressure . 62, 365
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Low Temperature (Coolant) . 67
Low Tire Pressure/
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TPMS . 66, 291
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 367
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Security System . 70
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Side Airbag Of f . 65
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Seat Belt . 21, 62
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SRS . 34, 64
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System Message . 70
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TPMS . 341, 342
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning . 69
12 Volt Battery Charging ..............................
System . 63, 366
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VSA Off . 65
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VSA System . 65
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Inf ant Restraint . 43
Inf ant Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System . 47
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Lower Anchors . 47
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Tether Anchors . 51 .....
Inf lation, Recommended Tire . 341
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Pressures . 341
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Inf ormation Display . 72
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Inside Mirror . 147
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Inspection, Tire . 341
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Instrument Panel . 61
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 124
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Interior Lights . 161
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Introduction . i
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iPod
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Keys . 129
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Label, Certif ication . 380
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Lane Change, Signaling . 121
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 17, 22 ...........
LATCH Anchorage System . 47
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 323
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Indicator . 69
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Parking . 118
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Turn Signal . 118
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Load Limits . 259
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 131
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 131
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Fuel Fill Door . 248
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Hatch . 139
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Power Door . 133
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Low Coolant Level . 252
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Low Fuel Indicator . 70
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Lower Anchors . 47
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 365
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 382
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 353
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Jack, Tire . 352
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Jump Starting . 360
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