9 Technical and consumer information
Capacities and recommended fuel/lubricants
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9-2
Fuel recommendation
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9-3
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation
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9-5
Air conditioning system refrigerant and
lubricant recommendations
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9-6
Specifications
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9-7
Engine
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9-7
Wheels and tires
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9-7
Dimensions and weights
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9-8
When traveling or registering your vehicle in
another country
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9-8
Vehicle identification
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9-8
Vehicle identification number (VIN) plate
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9-8
Vehicle identification number (chassis number)
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9-9
Engine serial number
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9-9
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification label
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9-9
Emission control information label
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9-10
Tire and Loading Information label
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9-10
Air conditioner specification label
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9-10
Installing front license plate
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9-11
Vehicle loading information
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9-12
Terms
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9-12
Vehicle load capacity
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9-12
Securing the load
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9-14
Loading tips
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9-14
Measurement of weights
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9-15
Towing a trailer
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9-15
Maximum load limits
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9-16
Maximum gross vehicle weight (GVW)/maximum
gross axle weight (GAW)
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9-17
Towing load/specification
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9-19
Towing safety
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9-20
Flat towing
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9-24
Uniform tire quality grading
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9-24
Treadwear
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9-24
Traction AA, A, B and C
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9-24
Temperature A, B and C
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9-25
Emission control system warranty
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9-25
Reporting safety defects
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9-26
Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) test
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9-27
Event data recorders (EDR)
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9-27
Owner’s manual/service manual order information
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9-28