2013 HONDA RIDGELINE oil change

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Negative distance traveled means
your vehicle has passed the
maintenance required point. The system message will appear
again by pressing the INFO ( / )
button after canceling it.
You will also see the system
message every time you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position until you have the
indicated maintenance
performed by your dealer.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described on page .
If the indicated required service is
not done and the remaining engine
oil lif e becomes 0%, the multi-
inf ormation display will show a
‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message,
the total distance traveled after the
remaining oil lif e became 0%, and the
maintenance item code(s). To cancel the system message, press
and release the INFO ( / ) button
on the dashboard. At this time, the
system message indicator will be
turned of f . Then the display will
change to the engine oil lif e display.
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Maint enance

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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
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A B 1
2
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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.
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If 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°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every
60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada).
Driving in mountainous terrain at very low speeds,
towing a trailer or driving when fully loaded causes
more mechanical (shear) stress and fluid deterioration.
This requires differential fluid changes more frequently
than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you
regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles
(12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
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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.
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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
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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the contacting surface
of the engine. If it is, remove it
bef ore installing a new oil f ilter.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.
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 and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter): Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to: Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the contacting surf ace
of a new oil f ilter. Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
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6. 4.
5.
3.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
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OIL FILTER
4.5 US qt (4.3)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
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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Specif ications
386
Air Conditioning
Dimensions
Capacities
Weights
Seating Capacities 206.9 in (5,255 mm)
77.8 in (1,976 mm)
70.3 in (1,786 mm)
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g) ND-OIL8
1,470 lbs (670 kg) 1,520 lbs (690 kg)
10,088 lbs (4,575 kg)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
66.9 in (1,700 mm) 67.1 in (1,705 mm)
122.0 in (3,100 mm)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation. Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid
22.01 US gal (83.3
)
1.64 US gal (6.2)
2.14 US gal (8.1)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.5 US qt (8.0)
2.79 US qt (2.64
)
3.01 US qt (2.85)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
0.180 US gal (0.68
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
71.2 in (1,808 mm)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR)
Maximum load limit
(Payload) See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
3 2
5
Total
Front
Rear Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:
1:
2:
3:
Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
1: 2: On vehicles without moonroof
On vehicles with moonroof
RT, RTS, DX, VP, Canadian Sport models, and Touring model
without moonroof
RTL, U.S. Sport models, and Touring model with moonroof
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Technical Inf ormation

Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .337
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Brake Lights .337
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Bed Lights .340
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Daytime Running Lights . 336
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Fog Lights .336
Front Turn Signal/Parking/ .......................
Hazard Lights .335
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Headlights .333
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High-mount Brake Light . 338
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License Plate Lights . 339
Rear Bulbs (Brake/Taillights, Turn Signal/Hazard Lights, ................
Back-up Lights) . 337
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Specif ications .387
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Bulbs, Halogen .333, 336
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Capacities Chart . 386, 387
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 55
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Cargo Hooks .118, 137
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Carrying Cargo .257
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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 .384
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Chains, tire .351
Change Oil ........................................
How to .325
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When to .311
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Changing a Flat Tire .359
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Charging System Indicator . 63, 372
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 267
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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, 395
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Compact Spare Tire .358
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Console Compartment . 136
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Consumer Inf ormation . 402
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Controls, Instruments and . 59
Coolant ........................................
Adding .327
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Checking .251
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Proper Solution .327
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Temperature Gauge . 76
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Courtesy Light .143
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .395
Cruise Control .......................................
Indicator .67
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Operation .210
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Cup Holders .137
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Customer Service .402
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DANGER, Explanation of . iv
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IndexA B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

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Keys .100
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Inf ormation Display .77
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Engine Oil Lif e Indicator . 311
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Maintenance Items . 314, 322
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Inside Mirror .133
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Inspection, Tire .347
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Instrument Panel .61
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 98
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Interior Lights .142
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Introduction .i
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Jacking Up the Vehicle . 361
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Jack, Tire .361
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Jump Starting .368
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Label, Certif ication .384
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Lane Change, Signaling . 95
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 16, 21
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Light Control Dial .95 Lights
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Bulb Replacement .333
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Indicator .69
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Interior .142
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Parking .95
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Turn Signal .95
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Load Limits .258, 291
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 102
Locks .....
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 102
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Fuel Fill Door .246
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Glove Box .138
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In-Bed Trunk
. 116
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Lockout Prevention . 103
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Power Door .103
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Low Coolant Level .251
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Low Fuel Indicator .68
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 63, 372
Lubricant Specif ications ..................................
Chart .386, 387
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 257..................................
Maintenance .309
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Minder .311-322
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Minder Indicator .71
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks .321
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Saf ety .310
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 63, 373
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Manual Seat Adjustments . 119
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Meters, Gauges .76
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Mirrors, Adjusting .134
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 256
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Moonroof .131
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 82
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Engine Oil Lif e Display . 315
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Maintenance Items . 319, 322
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Neutral Gear Position . 271
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New Vehicle Break-in . 244
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 384
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 244
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Odometer .79, 84
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Of f -Highway Driving . 304
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Of f -Road Precautions . 305
Oil ........................
Change, How to .325
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Change, When to .311
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Checking Engine .251
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Filter .326
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Pressure Indicator . 63, 372
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .324
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 102
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Outside Mirrors .134
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Overheating, Engine .370
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 321
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Oxygenated Fuels .245
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Panel Brightness Control . 98
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Park Gear Position .270
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Parking .284
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Parking Brake .132 .................................
Parking Lights .95
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 285
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PGM-FI System .396
Pickup Bed .........................
Carrying Cargo .257
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Lights .144
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Power Seat Adjustments . 121
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Power Socket Locations . 139
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18
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Protecting Children .34
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General Guidelines .34
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Protecting Inf ants .39
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Protecting Larger Children . 51
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Protecting Small Children . 40
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .48
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Using LATCH .43
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Radiator Overheating . 370
Radio/CD Sound .......................
System .159, 167, 174 .................
Rear Dif f erential Fluid . 386
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 337
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Rearview Camera Display . 240
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Rearview Mirror .133
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Rear (Back) Window . 129
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Reclining the Seat-Backs . 120, 121
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Remote Audio Controls . 203
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Remote Transmitter .110
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter . 325
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Fuses .376
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Light Bulbs .333
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Minder .311
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Timing Belt .333
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Tires .349
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Wiper Blades .343
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .22
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 404
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Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant . 251
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Reverse Gear Position . 270
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Rotation, Tire .348
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