2012 HONDA RIDGELINE oil temperature

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On models with navigation system.
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the tex
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1:2:3: On RTS, RTL, and Touring models.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
(P.72)
(P.70)
(P.75)
(P.65)
(P.63) (P.63)
(P.63)
(P.69)(P.75) (P.82)/
INFORMATION
DISPLAY
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY
(P.77)
(P.67) (P.62)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P.74)
(P.67)(P.66)
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68)
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
(P.73)
(P.68)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR
WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR
(P.67) SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.71)
(P.69)
DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR
IN-BED TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
BED LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(P.74)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR
LAMP
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
BACK WINDOW OPEN
INDICATOR
VTM-4 INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR/
TPMS INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
(P.75)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.70)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR(P.66)
MESSAGE INDICATOR
(P.64)
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
(P.67)
(P.67)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
VSA OFF INDICATOR (P.71) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
(P.64)
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With the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, the inf ormation display
changesasshownonthenextpage
each time you press the SELECT
button or TRIP/RESET button.
The inf ormation display shows the
odometer, trip meter, engine oil lif e,
outside temperature (if equipped),
instant f uel economy, average f uel
economy, range (estimated distance),
and maintenance item code(s).
For inf ormation about the multi-
inf ormation display, see page .
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, your last
selection is displayed. 82
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On models with navigation system
Gauges
Inf ormation Display
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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TRIP/RESET BUTTONSELECT BUTTON
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U.S. model is shown.
INFORMATION DISPLAY
OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
ODOMETER
ODOMETER
RANGE ENGINE OIL LIFE
TRIP METER A TRIP METER B
RANGE
TRIP METER B
TRIP METER A TRIP METER A
AVERAGE FUEL
ECONOMY A AVERAGE FUEL
ECONOMY B
INSTANT FUEL
ECONOMY INSTANT FUEL
ECONOMY TRIP/RESET button
SELECT button
TRIP METER B
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Maintenance Minder
326 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 lines (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
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
Symbol
Symbol
A
B 1 2 3 4 5 6
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Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW’’ does not appear more than 12 months
after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
NOTE : : :
325If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
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).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures
(over 110

Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display or multi-inf ormation display
(depending on the model). The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly. 1.
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Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and
Filter
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
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WASHER DRAIN BOLT
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights . 341
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Brake Lights . 341
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Bed Lights . 344
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Daytime Running Lights . 340
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Fog Lights . 340
Front Turn Signal/Parking/
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Hazard Lights . 339
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Headlights . 337
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High-mount Brake Light . 342
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License Plate Lights . 343
Rear Bulbs (Brake/Taillights,
Turn Signal/Hazard Lights, ................
Back-up Lights) . 341
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Specif ications . 391
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Bulbs, Halogen . 337, 340
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Capacities Chart . 390, 391
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 55
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Cargo Hooks . 118, 137
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Carrying Cargo . 261
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CAUTION, Explanation of . iv
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CD Care . 198
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CD Changer . 181, 189 CD Player/Changer Error
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Messages . 202
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CD Player . 175
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Certif ication Label . 388
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Chains, tire . 355
Change Oil
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How to . 329
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When to . 315
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Changing a Flat Tire . 363
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Charging System Indicator . 63, 376
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 271
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Childproof Door Locks . 104
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Child Saf ety . 34
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Booster Seats . 52
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Child Seats . 41
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 34
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Inf ants . 39
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Larger Children . 51
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LATCH . 43
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Risks with Airbags . 35
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Small Children . 40
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Tether . 43, 48
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 35
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Child Seats . 41
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LATCH . 43
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48 ...............
Climate Control System . 152
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Clock . 207
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Coat Hooks . 138
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Code, Audio System . 205
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CO in the Exhaust . 55, 399
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Compact Spare Tire . 362
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Compass . 213
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Console Compartment . 136
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Consumer Inf ormation . 406
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Controls, Instruments and . 59
Coolant
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Adding . 331
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Checking . 255
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Proper Solution . 331
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Temperature Gauge . 76
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Courtesy Light . 143
Crankcase Emissions Control
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System . 399
Cruise Control .......................................
Indicator . 67
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Operation . 210
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Cup Holders . 137
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Customer Service . 406
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Fan, Interior . 147, 154
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Features . 145
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DANGER, Explanation of . iv
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Dashboard . 3, 60
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Daytime Running Lights . 97
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Dead Battery . 372
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 408
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Def rosting the Windows . 148, 155
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Dif f erential Fluid, Rear . 390
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Dimensions . 390
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Dimming the Headlights . 95
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission . 333
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Engine Oil . 255
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Directional Signals . 95
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 290
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Disposal of Used Oil . 330
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Door and Tailgate Open Monitor . 11
Doors
Locking and ..............
Unlocking . 103, 104, 107
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Lockout Prevention . 103
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Power Door Locks . 103
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 392
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5 ...........................................
Driving . 269
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Economy . 256
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D3 . 275
Dual-Action Tailgate
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Indicator . 11, 115
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Operation . 113
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 346
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Economy, Fuel . 256
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Emergencies . 361
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Battery, Jump Starting . 372
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Brake System Indicator . 378
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Changing a Flat Tire . 363
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Charging System Indicator . 376
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Checking the Fuses . 380
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 99
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 376
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 377
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Overheated Engine . 374
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Stuck Vehicle . 385
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Towing . 385
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Emergency Brake . 132
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Emissions Controls . 399
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Emissions Testing . 402 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 76
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 63, 377
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Oil Lif e Display . 315, 319
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 63, 376
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 328
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Overheating . 374
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Specif ications . 391
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Speed Limiter . 277
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Starting . 272
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Engine, if it won

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Filling the Fuel Tank . 250
Filters
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Dust and Pollen . 346
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Oil . 330
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 99
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 363
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Floor Mats . 346
Fluids
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Automatic Transmission . 333
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Brake . 335
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Power Steering . 336
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Rear Differential . 390
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Transf er Assembly . 391
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Windshield Washer . 332
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 165
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Folding the Rear Seats . 125
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Fog Lights . 97
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Four-way Flashers . 99
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Front Seat . 119, 121
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Adjusting . 119, 121
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Airbags . 9, 25
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Heaters . 126
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Fuel . 248
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Fill Door and Cap . 250
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Gauge . 76 ................
Octane Requirement . 248
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Oxygenated . 249
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Reserve Indicator . 68
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Tank, Filling the . 250
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Fuel Economy . 256
Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates .......................
Comparison . 256
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Calculating Fuel Economy . 258
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Fuel Economy Factors . 257
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Improving Fuel Economy . 257
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Fuses, Checking the . 380
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 337, 340
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HandsFreeLink
. 221
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HFL Buttons . 221
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 99
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 256
Gasoline
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Fuel Reserve Indicator . 68
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Gauge . 76
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Octane Requirement . 248
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Tank, Filling the . 250
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Gas Station Procedures . 250
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 76
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Fuel . 76
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Speedometer . 76 .................................
Tachometer . 76
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) . 296
GCWR (Gross Combined
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Weight Rating) . 296, 390
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 274
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Glove Box . 138
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
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Weight Rating) . 296, 390
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