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. 326
. 253


Anti-theft, Audio System Anti-theft Steering Column


. 128
............................................ Lock . 143
.......................................... Armrest . 166
................................ Audio System . 107
....................... Auto Door Locking . 108
................... Auto Door Unlocking Auto Idle Stop ................................ . 321
... Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23
............. . 257
Automatic Speed Control Automatic Transmission (CVT) . 311
.418
.......................... ............... . 356


Capacity, Fluid Checking Fluid Level Paddle Shifters in the


D Position


..............................


. 316


Paddle Shifters in the


S Position


............................... ..... .......................................


Recommended Shift Points Shifting Shift Lever Position


. 319
. 320
. 312


Indicators


...............................


. 311


Shift Lever Positions Shift Lock Release Auxiliary Input Jack


................ .................... ......................


. 313
. 315
. 252


Battery


Charging System


Indicator


...........................


Jump Starting Maintenance Specifications Before Driving Belts, Seat Beverage Holder Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Brakes


............................ .............................. ............................ .............................. .................................... ........................... .......


. 63, 402
. 396
. 381
. 419
. 283
.9 ,21
. 149
. 259


........... ............. .................... ........................................... ................... .......................................


Anti-lock System (ABS) Break-in, New Linings Bulb Replacement Fluid Pad Wear Indicator Parking System Indicator


. 326
. 284
. 365
. 357
. 325
. 148
. 63, 64, 404


...........


CONTINUED


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Index


Braking System Break-in, New Vehicle Brightness Control,


............................. .................


. 324
. 284


Instruments


...............................


. 121


Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights Brake Lights Front Side Marker Lights Front Turn Signal Lights Headlights Parking Lights Rear Turn Signal Lights Specifications Bulbs, Halogen


.......................... .............................. ........ ......... ................................. .......................... .......... ............................ ..............................


. 365
. 365
. 364
. 363
. 359
. 362
. 365
. 419
. 359


......................................... ......................... .......................... ............................ ............. .............................


Card, PC Cargo Area Cover Cargo Area Light Capacities Chart Carbon Monoxide Hazard Carrying Cargo CAUTION, Explanation of Ceiling Light Center Pocket


.................................. ...............................


. 215
. 150
. 158
. 418
. 56
. 295
. iii . 157
. 155


.............


II


. 155
. 416
. 379
. 387


Center Tray Certification Label Chains Changing a Flat Tire Changing Oil


................................... ........................ ............................................ ....................


How to When to


........................................ ......................................


Charging System Indicator Checklist, Before Driving Child Safety Child Seats


............ .....................................


...


. 350
. 337
. 63, 402
. 302
. 38


LATCH Anchor System Lower Anchor Tether Anchor


............. ............................. ............................ ................ ............................. ......................... ........................ ............ .............................. ................. .............


Childproof Door Locks Climate Control Clock, Setting the CO in the Exhaust Cold Weather, Starting in Compact Spare Console Compartment Controls, Instruments and Coolant


. 47
. 47
. 50
. 131
. 160
. 254
. 425
. 303
. 386
. 154
. 59


Adding Checking Proper Solution


........................................ .................................... .........................


. 353
. 289
. 353


Temperature Indicator


...............


. 67


Crankcase Emissions Control


System


Cruise Control Operation Customer Service


........................................ ............ .........................


. 425
. 256
. 432


...............


DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Daytime Running Lights Defects, Reporting Safety Defogger, Rear Window Defrosting the Windows Dimensions Dimming the Headlights Dipstick


................................... .............. ............ .............. .............. .................................... .............


Automatic Transmission Engine Oil


.......... .................................. ........................


Directional Signals Disc Brake Pad Wear


. iii . 3, 60
. 120
. 434
. 123
. 163
. 418
. 119


. 356
. 288
. 118


Indicators Disc Player Disposal of Used Oil


................................... ............................


. 325
. 173, 204
. 352


.....................


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Index


Doors


........... .......


Auto Door Locking Auto Door Unlocking Childproof Door Locks Locking and Unlocking DOT Tire Quality Grading Driver and Passenger Safety Driving


........................................... .................................... ..................


Dust and Pollen Filter


Economy


............ ............ ..........


. 107, 130
. 108, 130
. 131
. 130
. 421
. 5
. 301
. 290
. 370


...........


Eco Guide Feedback Monitor Ecological Drive Assist System


.......


. 73


(ECON Assist)


.......................... ................................ .................................. .............................. ............ ............. .....


ECON Button ECON Mode Economy, Fuel Emergencies on the Road Battery, Jump Starting Brake System Indicator Changing a Flat Tire Charging System


. 304
. 124
. 124
. 290
. 385
. 396
. 63, 404
. 387


................


Indicator


...........................


Checking the Fuses


..................


. 63, 402
. 407


Low Oil Pressure


Indicator


...........................


. 62, 401


Malfunction Indicator


Lamp


................................


Overheated Engine


Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Hatch Opener Emergency Towing Emissions Controls Emissions Testing Engine


.................. ......................... .................... ........... ...................... ....................... ........................


. 62, 403
. 398
. 148
. 122
. 137
. 412
. 425
. 428


Adding Engine Coolant Coolant Temperature


............


. 353


Indicator


................................... .........................


. 67
. 394


If It Won’t Start Malfunction Indicator


Lamp


.........................


................................


. 62, 403
. 337
. 62, 401
........ . 348
.............. . 398
............................... . 418
............................ . 314
............................ ....................................... . 303
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 425


Oil Life Display Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating Specifications Speed Limiter Starting


Exhaust Fumes Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat


...............................


Belts by


........................................


. 19


. 56


Fan, Interior Features Filling the Fuel Tank Filters


................................... ......................................... ....................


Dust and Pollen Oil


......................... ............................................... ........... ................... .....................................


Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Floor Mats Fluids


. 162
. 159
. 285


. 370
. 350
. 122
. 387
. 369


Automatic Transmission Brake Windshield Washer


.......... .......................................... ..................


. 356
. 357
. 355


FM Stereo Radio


Reception


Four-way Flashers Front Airbags


................................... ........................


............................


. 246
. 122
. 10, 25


CONTINUED


III


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Index


Fuel


Fill Door and Cap Gauge Octane Requirement Oxygenated Reserve Indicator Tank, Filling the


................................................. ...................... ........................................... ................ ............................... ........................ ........................ .....................


. 284
. 285
. 73
. 284
. 284
. 70
. 285
. 407


Fuses, Checking the


Gas Mileage, Improving Gasoline


............... ......................................... ............... ........................................... ................ ........................ ................


Fuel Reserve Indicator Gauge Octane Requirement Tank, Filling the


Gas Station Procedures Gauges


Charge/Assist Fuel


............................. ............................................... ............ .......... ......................................


Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission


Glove Box


. 290
. 284
. 70
. 73
. 284
. 285
. 285


. 74
. 73
. 311
. 311
. 154


. 359
. 259
. 136
. 136
. 68
. 122


Opening Open Indicator


Halogen Headlight Bulbs HandsFreeLink Hatch


............. ........................... .............................................. ...................................... ............................ ............


Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Beeper Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on


........................................ ......... .................. ...................... ........ ................................. ............................ ............................. ............. ............... .......................


Head Restraints Heated Mirrors High Altitude, Starting at High-Low Beam Switch Hood, Opening the Horn


....................................................


. 359
. 120
. 69
. 119
. 359
. 119
. 139
. 145
. 303
. 118
. 287
. 4


Identification Number, Vehicle . 416


...


IV


Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System IMA System Power Flow


............................................ ......................................... ............


Monitor


........................................ ......................


Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators, Instrument Panel Indicators, Messages (MID)


. 126
. 128
. 426


......... ......... ...


. 84
. 127
. 6
. 62
. 62, 89
. 64
. 66


............... ..............................


ABS (Anti-lock Brake) Auto Idle Stop Brake (Parking and Brake ............................


System)


............................. .................................


Cruise Control Cruise Main Door/Hatch Open DRL (Daytime Running


................


. 63, 404
. 69
. 69
. 12, 68


Lights)


....................................


. 120
EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 68
................................ . 71
ECON Mode . 69
High Beam ................................... . 67
High Temperature (Coolant) .... . 85
IMA Battery Level ...................... . 66
IMA System ................................. ........ Key (Immobilizer System) . 63


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Index


Indicators, Messages (MID)


.....


..................................... ......................................


Lights On Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Low Temperature (Coolant) Low Tire Pressure/


. 69
. 70
. 62, 401
. 67


................


TPMS


...............................


... .......................... ...........................


. 66, 328
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 403
. 70
Security System . 65
Side Airbag Off Seat Belt . 21, 62
. 34, 64
SRS System Message . 70
TPMS . 328, 329
Turn Signal and Hazard


................................. .........................................


.................................


.........................


Warning


...................................


. 69


12 Volt Battery Charging


System VSA Off VSA System Infant Restraint Infant Seats


.............................. ........................................ ................................. ...............................


. 63, 402
. 65
. 65
. 43


LATCH Anchorage System Lower Anchors Tether Anchors


...... ........................... ...........................


. 47
. 47
. 51


Pressures


Inflation, Recommended Tire


..... ................................... ........................ ................................. ............................. ............................ ................ ...... ...............................


Information Display Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lights Introduction iPod


. 376
. 376
. 72
. 144
. 376
. 61
. 62
. 121
. 157
. i . 181, 229


........................................


.......................................


Jacking up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting


................. ....................................... ................................


. 389
. 388
. 396


Keys


................................................


. 127


Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling


....................... ...............


. 416
. 119


Lap/Shoulder Belts LATCH Anchorage System Lights


..................


. 17, 22
. 47


...........


Bulb Replacement Indicator Parking Turn Signal


.................... ....................................... ....................................... ................................ .................................... ....


Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks


. 359
. 62
. 118
. 118
. 296
. 128


Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Hatch Power Door


..... ............................ .......................................... ............................... ........................ ......................... ................................


Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator Lower Anchors Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... Lubricant Specifications Chart


. 128
. 286
. 136
. 130
. 289
. 70
. 47
. 62, 401
. 418


...


CONTINUED


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Index


Maintenance


.................................. ...... ........................................


Main Items and Sub Items Minder Owner’s Maintenance


. 335
. 342
. 337


Safety


Checks


.........................


................................... ..........................................


. 345
. 336
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 62, 403
. 61, 72
Meters, Gauges Methanol in Gasoline . 284
. 144
Mirrors . 144
. 145
MP3/WMA . 175, 190, 206, 217, 239


................... ........................................... .................................... ........................................


Adjusting Heated


...


Odometer Oil


.........................................


. 73


........................ Change, How to ...................... Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine .............. Pressure Indicator Selecting Proper Viscosity


. 350
. 337
. 288
. 62, 401
. 349
....... ......... . 128


ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor


Recovery


.................................... . 425
............................ Outside Mirrors . 144
.... Outside Temperature Indicator . 80
. 398
Overheating, Engine .................... . 345
Owner’s Maintenance Checks .... ......................... Oxygenated Fuels . 284


Neutral Gear Position New Vehicle Break-in NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification


................... ..................


................... ...............


. 313
. 284
. i . 416


Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 284


...


VI


Paddle Shifters Panel Brightness Control Park Gear Position Parking Parking Brake Parking Brake and Brake


.............................. ............ ........................ ........................................... ...............................


. 316
. 121
. 313
. 323
. 148


System Indicator


.................


Parking Lights


...............................


. 63, 404
. 118


.. Parking Over Things that Burn . 323
PGM-FI System . 426
............................. . 166, 198
Playing the Radio . 173, 204
Playing a Disc . 181, 229
Playing an iPod Playing a PC Card . 215
Playing a USB Flash Memory


.................. ........................ ................... .........................


Device


................................


Pollen Filter Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Protecting Adults and Teens


. 188, 237
. 370
. 19
. 12
Additional Safety Precautions . 20
. 19
Advice for Pregnant Women . 38
. 43
. 52
. 44


................................... ......... ......... ... ..... ........................ ....................... ....... .........


Protecting Children Protecting Infants Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children


...................


Radiator Overheating . 398
Radio/Disc/Sound System . 166, 198
Radio Theft Protection . 253
Readiness Codes . 403, 428
Rear Lights, Bulb


...................


.................


Replacement


..............................


. 365


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Index


.......................... ............... .............. ......... ................ .....................


Rear View Mirror Rear Window Defogger Reclining the Seat-backs Recommended Shift Points Remote Audio Controls Remote Transmitter Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Maintenance Minder Tires Wiper Blades


.............. ................ .......................................... ................................ ................ ........................................... .............................


Replacing Seat Belts After a


. 144
. 123
. 138
. 320
. 251
. 132


. 370
. 350
. 407
. 359
. 337
. 375
. 370


Crash


............................................ .............


Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine


. 24
. 434


Coolant


...............................


Restraint, Child Reverse Gear Position Rotation, Tire


............................... .................. ................................


. 289, 353
. 38
. 313
. 378


Safety Belts


..................................


. 9, 21


............


Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features


Airbags Seat Belts


................................. ......................................... ....................................... ............. ..............................


Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Seat Belts


.....................................


. 434
. 8
. 10
. 9
. 57
. iii . 9, 21
. 21


Additional Information Automatic Seat Belt


...............


Tensioners


............................... .....................................


Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Light and


................ ........................


. 23
. 369
. 17, 22
. 24, 369


Beeper


................................


System Components Use During Pregnancy Wearing a Lap/Shoulder


................... ...............


. 21, 62
. 21
. 19


Belt


.....................................


Seats, Adjusting the Security System Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock


...................... ............................ ............................... ........................... ............................. ......... ..........................


. 17, 22
. 138
. 255
. 416
. 346
. 435
. 285
. 254


Shift Lever Position Indicators Shift Lock Release Side Airbags


... ........................


.............................. ..........................


Off Indicator


Side Curtain Airbags Side Marker Lights, Bulb


......................


. 311
. 315
. 10, 32
. 34, 65
. 33


.............................. ............................. .....................................


. 359
. 119
. 379


Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires Spare Tire Inflating Specifications


...................................... ............................ .................... ................................


. 386
. 419
. 418
. 256


Specifications Charts Speed Control Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)


Spotlights


.......................................


.......


. 172, 202
. 157


CONTINUED


VII


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Index


SRS, Additional Information


. 25
.......... Additional Safety Precautions . 37
... . 30
Advanced Airbag System .......... Airbag Service . 36
............................. How the Passenger Airbag Off ......................


Indicator Works


. 35


How the Side Airbag Off


Indicator Works


...................... . 34
How the SRS Indicator Works . 34
.. How Your Front Airbags


. 28
How Your Side Airbags Work . 32
How Your Side Curtain


......................................... ...


Work


.......................... ........................


Airbags Work SRS Components


. 33
. 25
SRS Indicator . 34, 64
.. START (Ignition Key Position) . 128
....................... . 303
Starting the Engine


.............................


In Cold Weather at High


Altitude


.................................. ................ ........


. 303
. 396
. 398


With a Dead Battery


Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel


Adjustment Anti-theft Column Lock


................................ ........... ....................


Storing Your Vehicle


. 125
. 128
. 383


VIII


. 156


Sun Visors Supplemental Restraint


......................................


...................................... ......................................


System Servicing SRS Indicator System Components


......................... ............


.........................................


. 25
. 36
. 34, 64
. 10, 25
. 172, 202
. 349


..................................


SVC Synthetic Oil


Taillights, Changing


Bulbs


.......................................... . 365
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 385
Technical Descriptions


DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Oxygenated Fuels State Emissions Testing Three Way Catalytic


...... ..... ..................... ..........


. 420
. 425
. 284
. 428


Converter


. 427
............................... . 67
................... Temperature Indicator . 50
.............. Tether Anchorage Points Theft Protection ............................ . 253
.. Three Way Catalytic Converter . 427


Tighten Fuel


Cap Message


............................. .......................... .................................... ......... ........................... .................................


Time, Setting the Tire Chains Tire, How to Change a Flat Tire Information Tire Labeling Tire Pressure Monitoring


. 286
. 254
. 379
. 387
. 420
. 421


System (TPMS)


............


.............................


Check TPMS Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ...........................


Indicator


. 328, 423
. 329


. 66, 328


Required Federal


Explanation ............................ ............................................... .............................. ........................................ ......................... .......................... ...... ...................................... .................................. .............................. ................................... ...................................... ................................


Air Pressure Chains Checking Wear Compact Spare DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Maintenance Replacing Rotating Service Life


. 423
. 375
. 376
. 379
. 377
. 386
. 420
. 375
. 376
. 377
. 378
. 378
. 377


Tires


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Index


Tires


Snow Specifications


........................................... ............................ ...................


Tools, Tire Changing Towing


A Trailer Emergency Towing


..................................... ..................


. 379
. 419
. 388


. 334
. 412


Transmission


Checking Fluid Level,


Automatic


Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Automatic


.............................. ........................... .............. ............. ..................................... .................................


..................................


Treadwear Trip Meter Turn Signals


. 356
. 356
. 417
. 312
. 377
. 78, 79
. 119


Unexpected, Taking Care


of the


. 385
.......................................... . 420
.... Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 284
........................ Unleaded Gasoline USB Adapter Cable .............. . 191, 240
USB Flash Memory Device . 189, 238
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 352


.......


. 156
. 296
. 418
. 416


Vanity Mirror Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA )


................................ ................. ...................... ....


System


....................................


VSA Activation Indicator VSA Off Switch VSA System Indicator


.........................


........


...


Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil


............................. ..................................... ................................................. ..................................


. 332
. 65, 332
. 333
. 65, 332
. 383
. 163
. 416
. 349


Alignment and Balance Cleaning Compact Spare Nut Wrench


............ ..................................... .......................... ...............................


. 377
. 380
. 386
. 388


Windows


Auto Reverse Operating the Power Rear, Defogger


............................. ................ .........................


. 147
. 146
. 163


Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers


..................................... ................................... .....................................


. 117
. 164
. 117


Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing


....................... ................................... .................................... .....


. 370
. 117
. 376
. 413


WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield


............ ......... ....................


. iii . 57
. 433


Checking the Fluid Level Operation


........ ...................................


. 355
. 117


Wheels


Adjusting the Steering


.............


. 125


IX


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Service Information Summary


Automatic Transmission Fluid (CVTF): Use Honda CVT Fluid (Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid) only


Fluid change capacity:


3.0 US qt (2.8 )


Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher.


Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.6 US gal (40 )


Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 0W-20
348
detergent oil (see page


).


Oil change capacity (including filter):


3.4 US qt (3.2 )


Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page


357


).


Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front/Rear:


33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm )


Spare Tire:


60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )


2010 Insight 08/12/27 11:26:03 31TM8600 0001 


Owner’s Identification


OWNER


ADDRESS


STREET


CITY


STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY


V. I. N.


DELIVERY DATE


DEALER NAME


ADDRESS


(Date sold to original retail purchaser)


DEALER NO.


STREET


ZIP CODE/


POSTAL CODE


CITY


STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY


OWNER’S SIGNATURE


DEALER’S SIGNATURE


ZIP CODE/


POSTAL CODE


This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.


This owner’s manual covers all models of the Insight. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.


The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever.


2010 Insight 09/01/13 09:16:06 31TM8600 0002 


Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Honda Insight was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.


One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time.


Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities.


Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.


Introduction


As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by information is intended to help you avoid damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.


symbol. This


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Introduction


California Proposition 65 Warning


WARNING: defects or other reproductive harm.


This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth


Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner.


Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential.


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Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.


To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others.


Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You must use your own good judgement.


A Few Words About Safety


You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including:


Safety Labels − Safety Messages


on the vehicle. − three signal words: These signal words mean:


preceded by a safety alert symbol DANGER WARNING


, or


CAUTION


and one of


You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.


You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.


You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.


Safety Headings


− Safety Precautions.


such as Important Safety Reminders or Important


Safety Section Instructions −


such as Driver and Passenger Safety.


− how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.


This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully.



please read it


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Owner's Identification Form


Contents


(climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and other convenience items)


............................................................................................... ............................................................


(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)


(indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column)


.......


(main controls)


(engine and transmission operation)


(fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)


Your Vehicle at a Glance Driver and Passenger Safety Instruments and Controls Features Before Driving Driving Maintenance Taking Care of the Unexpected Technical Information Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Index


(how to order)


(minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)


(flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses)


(vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)


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(warranty and contact information)


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Service Information Summary


(fluid capacities and tire pressures)


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Overview of Contents


Contents A convenient reference to the sections in this manual.


Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in your vehicle.


Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle’s seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints.


Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, the multi-information display, and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column.


Features How to operate the climate control

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