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. 113
Accessories ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
....................................
Position)
....................................... ............... .................... ...............................
Accessory Power Socket Additives, Engine Oil Airbag (SRS) Air Conditioning System
................ ............................................ ....................... .......................
Air Pressure, Tires Alcohol in Gasoline AM/FM Stereo Radio
. 62
. 78
. 144
. 9, 20
. 82
. 84
. 162
. 108
Usage
Reception
..................................... ......................................
. 89
. 146
Antifreeze Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Indicator Operation
............................... ...................................
. 47, 127
. 126
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 61
. 102
Anti-theft System
..........................
. 79
Audio Panel
......................................
Audio System
. 86
..................................
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 18
.............
Automatic Speed Control
. 103
Back-up Light Replacement Battery
Charging System
........
. 156
Indicator
...........................
............................ .............................. ............................ .............................. ....................................
Jump Starting Maintenance Specifications Before Driving Belts, Seat Beverage Holder Booster Seats Brakes
. 46, 182
. 178
. 166
. 197
. 107
. 8, 16
. 78
. 37
. 125
. 126
. 108
. 151
. 75
. 126
. 46, 184
. 126
. 125
Braking System
Break-in, New Vehicle
. 108
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 58
........................
. 57
Brights, Headlights
............................. .................................. ............................................ ........... ............. ........................................... ......................................... ..........................
Anti-lock System (ABS) Break-in, New Linings Fluid Parking System Design System Indicator Wear Indicators
................. ........................ ............................. .................
Index
Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights Headlights Side Turn Signal Lights Specifications Turn Signal Lights
......................... .......................... ................................. ........... ............................
............
. 152
. 156
. 152
. 155
. 197
. 154, 156
. 152
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen
............................ ............. ....................
Capacities Chart Carbon Monoxide Hazard Cargo, How to Carry CAUTION, Explanation of CD Care CD Changer CD Changer Error Messages CD Error Messages CD Player Certification Label Chains, Tires Changing a Flat Tire
.............. ........................................... ..................................... ..... ........................ ......................................... ........................ ................................. ....................
. 196
. 40
. 115
. ii
. 98
. 98
. 100
. 99
. 96
. 194
. 165
. 171
CONTINUED
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Index
Changing Oil
...
How to When to
........................................ ......................................
Charging System Indicator Checklist, Before Driving Child Safety
Booster Seats Child Seats Important Safety Reminders Larger Children Risk with Airbags Small Children
. 144
. 139
. 46, 182
. 121
............
. 28
.....................................
. 37
..............................
. 33
...................................
. 31
.....
. 36
..........................
. 29
.......................
. 32
.............................
. 33
.......................................
. 157
.......................
. 54
.................................................
. 151
...................................
. 201
........................
. 122
............
. 170
......................
. 206
...............
. 43
.............
. 70
..............................
Convertible Top Cover
...............
. 72
..
Lowering the Convertible Top . 70
................................
. 74
Maintenance
. 73
Raising the Convertible Top
.....
Child Seats Cleaning Seat Belts Clock Clutch Fluid CO in the Exhaust Cold Weather, Starting in Compact Spare Tire Consumer Information Controls, Instruments and Convertible Top
*
II
Coolant
Adding Checking Proper Solution Temperature Gauge
........................................ .................................... ......................... ...................
. 146
. 112
. 146
. 52
Crankcase Emission Control
System
Cruise Control Indicator Cruise Control Operation Cup Holder Customer Service Office
........................................ ................ ............ ...................................... .............
. 201
. 47
. 103
. 78
. 206
................
...................................
DANGER, Explanation of Dashboard Dashboard Lower Pocket Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights
.............. ................
. ii
. 3, 44
. 79
. 57
Indicator
Dead Battery Defects, Reporting Safety Defogger, Rear Window Defrosting the Windows Differential Fluid Dimensions
....................................... ................................. ......... ................ ................ .......................... ....................................
. 48
. 178
. 208
. 59
. 85
. 150
. 196
*
Dimming the Headlights Dipstick
...............
. 57
Engine Oil
.................................. .......................... ........ ..................... ...................
Directional Signals Disc Brake Wear Indicators Disposal of Used Oil Do Not Tow a Trailer Doors
. 111
. 57
. 126
. 146
. 129
Locking and Unlocking Monitor Indicator Power Door Locks
.............. ....................... ...................... ........
. 63
. 47
. 63
. 198
*
DOT Tire Quality Grading Downshifting, Manual
Transmission
.............................
Driver and Passenger Safety Driving
........................................... .................................... ........................ ..................
Driving Guidelines Dust and Pollen Filter
Economy
. 123
. 5
. 119
. 112
. 120
. 158
...........
Economy, Fuel Emergencies
.............................. .................................. ............. ...........
Battery, Jump Starting Brake System Indicator
. 112
. 169
. 178
. 184
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Index
. 171
Changing a Flat Tire
. 182
Charging System Indicator
Checking the Fuses
. 186
Closing the Convertible Top . 185
. 57
Hazard Warning Flashers
Jump Starting
. 178
Low Oil Pressure Indicator
. 182
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 183
. 179
Overheated Engine
. 191
Towing
. 76
. 58
. 191
. 64
. 201
. 204
................ ..... .................. ... ......... ............................ ..... ... .................. ....................................... ........................... ...................... ...................... ............ ....................... .............
Emergency Brake Emergency Flashers Emergency Towing Emergency Trunk Opener Emissions Controls Emissions Testing, State Engine
Adding Engine Coolant Coolant Temperature Gauge If It Won’t Start Malfunction Indicator
. 146
............
....
. 52
.........................
. 176
Lamp
................................
.......................
Oil Life Indicator Oil Pressure Indicator Oil, What Kind to Use Overheating
........ .............. ...............................
. 47, 183
. 133
. 46, 182
. 143
. 179
Specifications Speed Limiter Start Button Starting
. 196
. 124
. 122
. 122
Ethanol in Gasoline
. 108
Evaporative Emission Controls . 201
Exhaust Fumes
. 40
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
............................ ............................ ............................... ....................................... ...................... ... ...............................
Belts by
........................................
. 14
Fan, Interior Features Filling the Fuel Tank Filters
..................................... ........................................... ....................
Dust and Pollen Oil
......................... ............................................... ............. ...................
Flashers, Hazard Warning Flat Tire, Changing a Fluids
Brake Clutch Manual Transmission Windshield Washer
.......................................... ......................................... .............. .................. ..........................
Four-way Flashers
. 83
. 81
. 109
. 158
. 144
. 58
. 171
. 151
. 151
. 149
. 148
. 58
Fuel
Fill Door and Cap Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Oxygenated Tank, Refueling
................................................. ...................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ............................... ........................ ............................... .............. .....................
Fuel Economy Fuel Station Procedures Fuses, Checking the
. 108
. 109
. 52
. 49
. 108
. 108
. 109
. 112
. 109
. 186
Gas Mileage, Improving Gasohol Gasoline Gauge Low Fuel Indicator Octane Requirement Tank, Refueling
. 112
. 108
. 108
. 52
. 49
. 108
. 109
. 51
Engine Coolant Temperature . 52
Fuel
. 52
............... .......................................... ......................................... ........................................... ..................... ................ ........................ ............................................. ... ...............................................
Gauges
CONTINUED
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Index
Gearshift Lever Positions Manual Transmission
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR)
..............
. 124
. 116, 196
. 152
. 58
............. ..............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs Hazard Warning Flashers Headlights Aiming Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Reminder Tone Replacing Halogen Bulbs Turning on
........................................ ............ .................. ........................... ........ ................................... ......... ............................ ....................... .................................................. ...........................
Heating and Cooling System High Beam Lever Hood, Opening the Horn Hydraulic Clutch
. 152
. 57
. 48
. 57
. 152
. 57
. 82
. 57
. 110
. 55
. 151
Identification Number,
Vehicle
.......................................
. 194
IV
Ignition Keys Switch Timing Control System
.............................................. ........................................... ............ ........................ .........
Immobilizer System Important Safety Precautions Indicators
. 60
. 62
. 201
. 61
. 6
. 47
..............
System)
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) Brake (Parking and Brake ............................ ................
Charging System Cruise Control Door-open DRL(Daytime Running
............................. ....................................
. 47, 184
. 46, 182
. 47
. 47
Lights)
......................................
. 48
EPS (Electrical Power
.................................. ................................... ........ ......................................
Steering) High Beam Key (Immobilizer System) Low Fuel Low Oil Pressure Maintenance Required Malfunction Indicator
. 47
. 48
. 49
. 49
. 46, 182
. 50
................
...............
Lamp Seat Belt SRS
................................ ....................................... ...............................................
. 47, 183
. 46
. 47
Trunk-open Turn Signal and Hazard
..................................
. 47
Warning
Recommended Pressures
Indicators, Instrument Panel Inflation, Proper Tire
...................................
. 48
..
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) . 50
. 46
.........
...................
. 161
. 162
........
. 75
...................................
. 162
.............................
. 33
....................
............................
. 45
. 58
........
. 80
.................................
. i
Inside Mirror Inspection, Tire Installing a Child Seat Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Brightness Interior Lights Introduction
........................................
Jacking Up the Vehicle Jack, Tire Jump Starting
................ ....................................... ................................
. 172
. 171
. 178
Keys
..................................................
. 60
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Index
Label, Certification Lane Change, Signaling Lap/Shoulder Belts Lights
....................... .................
..................
. 194
. 57
. 12, 16
Bulb Replacement Indicator Turn Signal
.................... ....................................... .................................. .................................... ......
Load Limits LOCK (Ignition Key Position) Locks
. 152
. 46
. 57
. 116
. 62
Anti-theft Steering Column Fuel Fill Door Power Door Trunk
....... ............................ ................................. ........................................... ........................ .........................
Low Coolant Level Low Fuel Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator ... Lubricant Specifications Chart Luggage, Storing (Cargo)
. 62
. 109
. 63
. 63
. 112
. 49
. 46, 182
. 196
. 115
... ...........
Maintenance
Minder
.................................. ........................................
. 131
. 133
Minder Indicator Owner’s Maintenance
.........................
. 50
Oil
Checks
Record Safety
................................... ........................................ ..........................................
. 138
. 140
. 132
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 47, 183
. 123
Manual Transmission
. 149
Manual Transmission Fluid
Meters, Gauges
. 51
. 108
Methanol in Gasoline
Mirrors, Adjusting
. 75
. 114
Modifying Your Vehicle
................... ........ ............................... ................... .......................... ...............
New Vehicle Break-in Normal Shift Speeds NOTICE, Explanation of Numbers, Identification
.................. .....................
................... ...............
. 108
. 124
. i
. 194
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 108
. 51
Odometer
Odometer, Trip
. 51
... ......................................... ...............................
Change, How to ........................ Change, When to ...................... Checking Engine ...................... Pressure Indicator .............. Selecting Proper Viscosity
. 144
. 139
. 111
. 46, 182
Chart
...................................... ...........
. 144
. 62
ON (Ignition Key Position) Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery
. 201
....................................
. 63
Opening the Trunk
.........................
. 75
Outside Mirrors
..............................
....
Outside Temperature Indicator
. 52
. 179
Overheating, Engine
....................
. 138
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
....
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels
. 108
Panel Brightness Control .............. Parking ........................................... Parking Brake ................................. Parking Brake and Brake System .....................................
Indicator
. 58
. 125
. 76
. 184
CONTINUED
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Index
Parking Lights PGM-FI System Pollen Filter Power Door Locks Power Socket Location Power Windows Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts Preparing to Drive Protecting Adults and Teens
. 57
. 202
. 158
. 63
. 77
. 68
. 14
. 121
. 10
Additional Safety Precautions . 15
Advice for Pregnant Women
. 14
. 28
. 28
. 36
. 32
................................. ............................. ................................... .......................... .................. .............................. ......... ........................ ......... ... ..... ........................ ..................... ....... .........
General Guidelines Protecting Larger Children Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children
................... ............... .................
. 179
Radiator Overheating
. 86
Radio/CD Sound System
. 102
Radio Theft Protection
Readiness Codes
. 183, 204
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 156
. 75
Rear View Mirror
Rear Window Defogger
. 59
. 67
Reclining the Seat-backs
.. ............................ ................. ................
...................
VI
.......
. 124
Recommended Shift Speeds Recovery Vehicle, Emergency
....................................... ........................................ ....................... .......................
Towing Refueling Reminder Indicators Remote Transmitter Replacement Information Dust and Pollen Filter Engine Oil and Filter Fuses Light Bulbs Schedule Tires Wiper Blades
.............. ................ .......................................... ................................ .................................... ........................................... .............................
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash
............................................ ..........
Reporting Safety Defects Reserve Tank, Engine
*
. 191
. 109
. 45
. 65
. 158
. 144
. 186
. 152
. 133
. 164
. 159
. 18
. 208
Coolant
...............................
Restraint, Child Reverse Lockout Rotation, Tire
............................... ........................... ................................
. 112, 146
. 28
. 124
. 163
Safety Belts
..................................
. 8, 16
. 208
. 7
. 9
. 8
. 41
. ii
. 91
. 8, 16
. 16
. 14
*
.........
Safety Defects, Reporting Safety Features
Airbags Seat Belts
................................. ........................................... ....................................... ............. ............................... ................................
Safety Labels, Location of Safety Messages Satellite Radio Seat Belts
.....................................
*
. 18
. 157
. 17
. 18
Additional Information Advice for Pregnant Women Automatic Seat Belt
............... .....
Tensioners
............................... ..................................... ...................... ................................
Cleaning Lap/Shoulder Belt Maintenance Reminder Indicator and
Beeper
................................
System Components Use During Pregnancy
Seats, Adjusting the Serial Number Service Intervals Service Manual Service Station Procedures Setting the Clock
................... ............... ........................ ............................... ........................... ........................... ......... ............................
*
. 16, 46
. 16
. 14
. 67
. 194
. 139
. 209
. 109
. 54
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Index
Shifting
Manual Transmission
Side Turn Signal, Bulb
..............
. 123
.............................. ............................... ..................................... ..................................
. 155
. 57
. 165
. 86
Replacement Signaling Turns Snow Tires Sound System Spare Tire Inflating Specifications
Spark Plugs Specifications Speed Control Speed Limiter SRS, Additional Information
. 162
. 197
. 196
. 196
. 103
. 124
. 20
Additional Safety Precautions . 27
. 27
Airbag Service
Airbag System Components
. 20
How the SRS Indicator
...................................... ............................ .................................... ................................ ................................ ................................ .......... ... ............................. ......
Works
.......................................
. 25
How Your Front Airbags
Work
.........................................
SRS Indicator Start Button
............................. ...................................
. 22
. 25, 47
. 122
Starting the Engine
.......................
. 122
In Cold Weather at High
Altitude
.................................. ................ .............. ........
With a Dead Battery State Emissions Testing Steam Coming from Engine Steering Wheel
. 122
. 178
. 204
. 179
Anti-theft Column Lock
............. ..................... Stereo Sound System .................... Storing Your Vehicle ................................ Stuck Vehicle Supplemental Restraint System
. 62
. 86
. 167
. 191
Servicing
..................................
SRS Indicator System Components
.........................
................... ..................................
Synthetic Oil
. 27
. 25, 47
. 20
. 144
. 156
..........
Taillights, Changing Bulbs
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 169
Technical Descriptions
DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Control Systems Three Way Catalytic
*
.... .....
. 198
. 201
Converter
...............................
. 203
. 52
.......................
Temperature Gauge
. 18
...................
Tensioners, Seat Belts
Theft Protection, Radio
................
. 102
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 203
..
. 54
Time, Setting the
............................
....................................
Tire Chains
. 165
. 171
Tire, How to Change a Flat
.........
. 200
Tire Labeling
.................................
. 161
...............................................
Tires
. 162
..............................
...................................
. 163
. 165
........................................
. 162
.........................
. 170
.................
. 198
....
......................................
. 161
. 162
..................................
. 164
...................................
. 163
........................
...........................................
. 165
. 197
............................
. 163
...........................................
...................
. 171
Air Pressure Balancing Chains Checking Wear Compact Spare Tire DOT Tire Quality Grading Inflation Inspection Replacing Rotation, Do not Snow Specifications Wear
Tools, Tire Changing
*
CONTINUED
VII
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Index
Towing
A Trailer, Do Not Emergency Wrecker Trailer, Do Not Tow a Transmission
...................... ................ ..................
. 129
. 191
. 129
Checking Fluid Level, Manual ......................... ........................... ..............
Transmission Fluid Selection Identification Number Shifting the Manual
. 149
. 149
. 195
Treadwear Trip Meter Trunk
Transmission
......................... ..................................... ....................................... ................................................ ........ ................................. ............. ....................................
Emergency Trunk Opener Opening the Open Monitor Indicator
Turn Signals
. 123
. 198
. 51
. 63
. 64
. 63
. 47
. 57
Unexpected, Taking Care
of the
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Unleaded Gasoline Used Oil, How to Dispose of
. 169
..........................................
..
. 198
........................
. 108
. 146
.......
*
VIII
Vehicle Capacity Load Vehicle Dimensions Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
................. ...................... ....
. 116
. 196
. 194
System
VSA System Indicator VSA Activation Indicator VSA Off Switch
.................................... ................ ........... ......................... ............................. ........................................ ................................................. ..................................
Vehicle Storage Ventilation VIN Viscosity, Oil
. 128
. 50
. 50
. 129
. 167
. 84
. 194
. 144
....
. 67
Windows, Operating the Power Windshield Cleaning Defroster Washers
....................................... ..................................... .......................................
Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades Operation Worn Tires Wrecker, Emergency Towing
....................... ..................................... .................................... .....
. 56
. 85
. 56
. 159
. 56
. 163
. 191
XM Satellite Radio
*
........................
. 91
*
: U.S. only
WARNING, Explanation of Warning Labels, Location of Warranty Coverages Washer, Windshield
............. ......... ..................
. ii
. 41
. 207
*
Wheels
Checking the Fluid Level Operation
........ ..................................... ........................................... ............ ..............................
Alignment and Balance Wrench, Nut
. 148
. 56
. 164
. 163
. 172
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Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 91 or higher.
Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 )
Recommended Engine Oil:
API premium grade 10W-30
143
detergent oil (see page
).
Oil change capacity (including filter):
5.1 US qt (4.8 )
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
149
).
Capacity:
1.7 US qt (1.6 )
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
151
).
Tire Pressure (measured cold): Front:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
SpareTirePressure: Front:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................3 Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................43 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls. Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 81 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving..................................................................................................................................107 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving ..............................................................................................................................................119 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................131 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................169 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information.....................................................................................................................193 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................205 A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................209 How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index...................................................................................................................................................... I Service Information Summary A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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Congratulations on your selection of the 2006 Honda S2000. We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and technologically-advanced sports cars in the world.
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 messages shown on the information display 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 Honda 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
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains
WARNING: or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with one or more recording devices commonly referred to as event data recorders or sensing and diagnostic modules.
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A Few Words About Safety
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.
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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.
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please read it
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INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS GAUGES
(P.51)
(P.46)
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.26)
DRIVER’S AIRBAG (P.9, 20)
POWER DOOR LOCK (P.63)
POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.68)
MIRROR CONTROLS (P.75)