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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous. Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required. If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground. Start the engine.
Shif t to the D position and hold f or
5 seconds, then to N.
Turn of f the engine.
Release the parking brake. Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
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On SH-AWD models
Except SH-AWD models
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t EquipmentT his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
Emergency Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
607
Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the
all-wheel-drive system. Your vehicle
should be transported on a f lat-bed
truck or trailer.
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ACCESSORY Mode is the
equivalent of ACCESSORY (I).
For more inf ormation, see pages and .
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Models equipped with the keyless
access system have an engine start/
stop button instead of an ignition
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With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
Emergency Towing
608
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight. Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.
On models with the Keyless Access
system, the ENGINE START/STOP
BUTTON indicator will conf irm that
the power mode is in the ACCESSORY
mode and that the steering lock is
released. If the steering wheel does not
turn f reely, rotate the wheel right and
lef t while pressing the ENGINE
START/STOP BUTTON. This
inf ormation also appears on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
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T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
ACCESSO RY Mode isthe
e quiv ale n t of A CCESSO RY (I).
F or m or einf or ma tion, se e pa ge s
an d .
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Mod els eq uip ped wit h th e keyless
a cce ss sy ste m have an en gin e sta rt/
s to p butto n in ste ad of an ignition
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The exhaust emissions controls
include four systems: PGM-FI,
ignition timing control, exhaust gas
recirculation, and three way
catalytic converter. These four
systems work together to control
the engine’s combustion and
minimize the amount of HC, CO,
and NOx that come out the tailpipe.
The exhaust emissions control
systems are separate from the
crankcase and evaporative
emissions control systems.The emissions control systems are
designed and certif ied to work
together in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Acura replacement parts or their
equivalent f or repairs. Using lower
qualitypartsmayincreasethe
emissions f rom your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate
from the rest of your vehicle.
Read your warranty manual for
more information.
The PGM-FI system uses sequential
multiport f uel injection. It has three
subsystems: air intake, engine
control, and f uel control. The
powertrain control module (PCM) in
automatic transmission vehicles or
the engine control module (ECM) in
manual transmission vehicles uses
various sensors to determine how
much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much f uel to inject
under all operating conditions.
The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor. The exhaust gas recirculation
(EGR) system takes some of the
exhaust gas and routes it back
into the intake manifold. Adding
exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture
reduces the amount of NOx
produced when the fuel is burned. This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
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Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts
PGM-FI System
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) System
Ignit ion T iming Cont rol Syst em
Emissions Cont rols
624
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AAC .273, 313,365
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Accessories .479
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .151
ACCESSORY Mode ...................
(Power Mode) . 184,185
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Accessory Power Sockets . 215
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Active Head Restraints . 165
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AcuraLink
. 449
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Additives, Engine Oil . 544
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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 . 226,227
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Usage .228
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Air Pressure, Tires . 568,570
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Antif reeze .546
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .66, 508
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Operation .508
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 390
Anti-thef t Steering Column ....................................
Lock .151, 189
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Audio System .235 .
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 141
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 22
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Automatic Speed Control . 401
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Automatic Transmission . 494
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Capacity, Fluid .614
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Checking Fluid Level . 549
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Paddle Shif ters .499
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Shif ting .495
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .494
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Shif t Lock Release . 497
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Auxiliary Input Jack .389
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .65, 596
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Jump Starting .591
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Maintenance .577
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Specif ications .615
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Bef ore Driving .467
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Belts,Seat .8,20
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Beverage Holders .214
Blind Spot Inf ormation System ...........................................
(BSI) .519 ...................
Audio .
281,376
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HandsFreeLink. 407, 424
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Booster Seats .54
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 508
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Break-in, New Linings . 468
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Fluid .553
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Parking .212
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System Indicator . 65,598
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Wear Indicators .507
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Braking System .507
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 468
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .143
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Built-In Key .201
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .562
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Daytime Running Lights . 555
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Fog Lights .560
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Headlights .555
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Specif ications .615
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Turn Signal Lights . 558,562
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Bulbs, Halogen .555, 560
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HomeLinkUniversal................................
Transceiver .404
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Hood, Opening and Closing . 472
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Horn .4,136
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Hydraulic Clutch .554
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 612
Ignition ............................................
Keys .147
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Switch .151
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Timing Control System . 624
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Immobilizer System .149
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators/Messages . 64,90
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 66,508
Blind Spot Inf ormation ...................
System (BSI) . 75,521
Brake (Parking and Brake ............................
System) .65, 598
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Charging System . 65,596
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Cruise Control .72
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Door Open .12, 71
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Fog Lights .71
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High Beam .71 .................................
Hot Coolant .77
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 65
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Keyless Access System . 74
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Lights On .71
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Low Fuel .73
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Low Oil Pressure . 64,595
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Low Tire Pressure/TPMS . 69
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 597
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Seat Belt .20, 64
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Side Airbag Of f .33, 67
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SRS .32, 67
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Starting System . 488,490
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Trunk Open .12, 71
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .70
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VSA Off .68
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VSA System .68
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Individual Map Lights . 221
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 64
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Inf ant Restraint .42
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Inf ant Seats .42
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LATCH .47
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Tether Anchorage Points . 51
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 568
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Inside Mirror .167
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Inspection, Tire .571 ....................
Installing a Child Seat .46
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Tether Anchorage Points . 51
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Using LATCH .47
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Instrument Panel . 63
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 143
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Interior Lights .220
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 584
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Jack, Tire .584
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Jump Starting .591
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Keyless Access Remote . 174,179
Keyless Access Remote System ...............................
Main Switch .195
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Keyless Access System . 173
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Keys .147
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Built-In .201
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Label, Certif ication .612
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Lane Change, Signaling . 139
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 16,21
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LATCH System .47
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Lights Control Buttons . 220
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .555
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Indicator .63
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Parking .139
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Turn Signal . 70, 139
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Load Limits .482
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 151
LOCK VEHICLE OFF ...................
(Power Mode) . 184, 185
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Lockout Prevention . 153, 177
Locks Anti-thef t Steering ...........................
Column .151, 189
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Childproof Door . 153
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Fuel Fill Door .470
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Glove Box . 216
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Power Door .152
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Trunk .154
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Trunk Pass-through Cover . 166........................
Low Coolant Level .475
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Low Fuel Indicator . 73
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64,595
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Lower Anchors .47
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 614
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 481
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Maintenance .529
Main Items and Sub ..............................
Items .536, 540
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Minder . 531
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .539
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Saf ety .530
Malf unction Indicator ....................................
Lamp .64, 597
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Manual Transmission . 491
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 551
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Map Lights .221
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Memory, Driving Position . 170
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Meters, Gauges .63, 76
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 167
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 480
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Moonroof .210 .............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 78
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Music by Voice . 334
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Neutral Gear Position . 496
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New Vehicle Break-in . 468
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 492,503
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 612
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 468
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Odometer .82
Oil ........................
Change, How to .544
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Change, When to . 531
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Checking Engine .474
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Pressure Indicator . 64,595
Selecting Proper Viscosity ..............................
Chart .543, 544
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 151
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ON Mode (Power Mode) . 184, 185
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .623
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Reserve Tank, Engine...............................
Coolant .475, 546
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Reverse Tilt Mirror .168
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Restraint, Child .37
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Reverse Gear Position . 496
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Rotation, Tire .573
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Saf ety Belts .8, 20
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 632
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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 . 58
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Seat Belts .8, 20
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Additional Information . 20
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .22
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Cleaning . 564
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .21
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Maintenance .23
Reminder Indicator and ................................
Beeper .20, 64
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System Components . 20...............
Use During Pregnancy . 18
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Seat Heaters .202, 204
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Seats, Adjusting the . 161
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Seat Ventilation .204
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Security System . 395
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Selecting a Child Seat .45
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Selector Knob (Disc Changer) . 236
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Sequential Shif t Mode . 501
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Serial Number .612
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Service Minder . 531
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Service Manual .633
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Service Station Procedures . 470
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Setting the Clock .391
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SH-AWD
Indicator . 73
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators . 494
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Shif t Lock Release . 497
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Side Airbags .9 ,30
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Side Airbag Of f Indicator . 33, 67
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Side Curtain Airbags .32
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Signaling Turns .139
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Snow Tires .575
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Sound System .235
Spare Tire ......................................
Inf lating .582
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Specif ications .582, 616
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Spark Plugs .615 ................................
Specif ications .614
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Speed Control .401
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Speedometer .76
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 24
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Additional Safety Precautions . 36
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Airbag Service .35
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Airbag System Components . 24
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .34
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .33
How the SRS Indicator .......................................
Works .32
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .26
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 30
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .32
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SRS Indicator .32, 67
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 151
START Mode ...................
(Power Mode) . 184, 185
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Start/Stop Button, Engine . 183,188
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