HONDA CRV 2.4 litre manual FEATURES BEST Good performance Versatile design Build quality WORST Some torque steer evident Tailgate requires a lot of space to swing fully open sliding rear seats and a picnic table that doubles as the rear cargo floor. Additional safety features include front SRS airbags, lap/sash seat belts in all seating positions and front seat belt and buckle pretensioners. Passenger comfort is generally quite good in the new CRV. The front seats are slightly larger than the previous model and their shape provides an adequate amount of lateral support. Head and leg room is sufficient for adults in both the front and the rear. The walk through feature between the front seats has been maintained in the new model. Honda claims the cabin of the CRV now contains more than 20 storage bins to accommodate items of various sizes. Rear cargo volume has been significantly increased. The CRV’s controls are particularly well laid out and as a result are very easy to use.
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Suzuki Swift smart key evaluation Contents List of figures Figure 1 Summary of performance Figure 2. Test vehicle Figure 3. Performance prediction against new Thatcham criteria Figure 4. Remote control Figure 5. Location of smart system components Figure 6. Smart entry unlocking Figure 7. Smart entry locking Figure 8. External tailgate button operation Figure 9. Keyless entry mode operation buttons Figure 10. Mechanical emergency key location Figure 11. Key cylinder (Driver’s door) Figure 12. Internal lock lever Figure 13. Internal locking switch Figure 14. Steering lock release Figure 15. Remote out of range (Red key warning) Figure 16. Keyless Start steering lock engagement Figure 17. Emergency Start Figure 18. Transponder chip Figure 19. Emergency key stop and lock engagement Figure 20. Thatcham maximum allowed exterior range Figure 21. External smart entry operation range Figure 22. Thatcham guideline on exterior leakage Figure 23. Rear glass to bumper dimension Figure 24. Exterior leakage – Side door measurement Figure 25. Exterior leakage – Tailgate measurement Figure 26. Interior smart operating range Figure 27. Explanation of flowchart colour scheme Figure 28. Lock ~ smart entry Figure 29. Lock ~ keyless entry Figure 30. Lock ~ mechanical key Figure 31. Unlock (from locked) ~ smart entry Figure 32. Unlock (from locked) ~ keyless entry Figure 33. Unlock (from locked) ~ mechanical key Figure 34. Unlock (from doubledlocked) ~ smart entry using door button Figure 35. Unlock (from doubledlocked) ~ smart entry using tailgate button Figure 36. Unlock (from double-locked) ~ keyless entry Figure 37. Unlock (from double-locked) ~ mechanical key Figure 38. Engine starting operation Figure 39. Engine stopping and steering lock engagement SAMPLE Report ref: SBD/SEC/1870 All rights reserved © Secured By Design Ltd, 2006 EUROPEAN SECURITY Suzuki Swift smart key evaluation Executive summary The Swift is the first model from Suzuki to be fitted with a smart key system in Europe.
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CAPACITIES & FLUID TYPES Engine Oil, 2WD1 4.0L drained with filter quarts 5W-30 drained w/o filter quarts Date Mileage Detail Cost 2.7L drained with filter quarts drained w/o filter quarts 4WD2 4.0L drained with filter quarts drained w/o filter quarts 2.7L drained with filter quarts drained w/o filter quarts Cooling System, 4.0L w/ MT quarts 4.0L w/ AT quarts 2.7L w/ MT quarts 2.7L w/ AT quarts ** Use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Automatic Transmission, 4-speed quarts ATF 5-speed quarts Manual Transmission, 4.0L 2WD quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 2.7L 4WD quarts 2.7L 2WD quarts Differential, 2WD1 quarts 4WD2 rear quarts 4WD2 front quarts ** SAE 75W-90 in front, rear 80W-90 < 0°F (-18°C) < SAE 90 ** If equipped with LSD in rear use “Hypoid Gear Oil for Limited Slip” Transfer Case quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 Power Steering ATF Brake Fluid DOT3 1. except PreRunner 2. PreRunner & 4WD
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Use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” Automatic Transmission, 4-speed quarts ATF 5-speed quarts Manual Transmission, 4.0L 2WD quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 2.7L 4WD quarts 2.7L 2WD quarts Differential, 2WD1 quarts 4WD2 rear quarts 4WD2 front quarts ** SAE 75W-90 in front, rear 80W-90 < 0°F (-18°C) < SAE 90 ** If equipped with LSD in rear use “Hypoid Gear Oil for Limited Slip” Transfer Case quarts Gear Oil 75W-90 Power Steering ATF Brake Fluid DOT3 1. except PreRunner 2. PreRunner & 4WD This information is ONLY TO BE USED AS A GUIDE. Always consult your manual for further information.
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Volkswagen Golf (2003 model) Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Polo Volkswagen Sharan TYRE PRESSURES (COLD) regularly Check tyre pressure regularly The legal minimum tread depth is 1.6 mm psi (bar) 195/65 R15 Front 195/65 R15 Rear 195/65 R15 Front (full load) 195/65 R15 Rear (full load) 205/60 R15 Front 205/60 R15 Rear 205/60 R15 Front (full load) 205/60 R15 Rear (full load) 215/55 R16 Front 215/55 R16 Rear 215/55 R16 Front (full load) 215/55 R16 Rear (full load) 38 35 39 44 34 30 36 39 34 30 36 39 (2.6) (2.4) (2.7) (3.0) (2.3) (2.1) (2.5) (2.7) (2.3) (2.1) (2.5) (2.7) People Carrier / 7 Seats CONTROLS 4/6 11 7/8 2 9 Heating & Ventilation Hazard Lights Starter Switch Headlights Sidelights Indicators Wipers Rear Screen Wipers Horn Bonnet Release (not shown) Heated Rear Screen Rear Fog Lamp Front Fog Lamp R BRIEF OPERATIONAL ABOUT YOUR VEHICLE Locking the doors? Anti-theft system? Key / remote control operated central locking. Depress the door locking knobs to lock the doors from the inside. Or press central locking switch on the driver’s door armrest. Some models are fitted with a remote anti-theft alarm. Passive arming of electronic engine immobiliser after removal of the key from the starter switch. Opening the boot/tailgate? Most models are centrally locked. Use the key or remote control to unlock / open. Adjusting the door mirrors? Opening the windows? Operating the sunroof? Manual internal adjustment operated via control levers on the front doors. Or electric internal adjustment operated via a control knob on the driver’s door. Electric front operated via control buttons on the driver’s door. Manually operated rear. Or all electric. Not fitted.
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Renault Autograph Technical specification 1.2 16v 1.5 dci 65 1.5 dci 80 1.6 16v auto TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Drag Co-efficient/Area (Cd/A)0.35 0.35 0.35 0.35 BODY TYPE Number of Doors 55 55 Body Type Classification MPV 5 door estate MPV MPV ENGINE Engine Capacity 1149 1461 1461 1598 Injection Type Multipoint Commonrail Direct Commonrail (turbo)Direct Multipoint Fuel Type Unleaded Diesel Diesel Unleaded Number of Cylinders 44 44 Number of Valves 16 8 8 16 Max engine power -kW (hp)rpm 55 (75)5500 65 (48)4000 60 (82)4250 70 (95)5000 Max torque -Nm (rpm)105 (3500)180 (2000)185 (1750)148 (3750) TRANSMISSION Type JB1 JC5 JC5 DPO Number of gears 5 5 5 auto BRAKING Front (discs)mm 259 259 259 259 Rear drum TT TT TYRES Tyre Size 175/65 R14 VP 165/70 R14 VP 175/65 R14 VP 175/65 R14 VP STEERING Turning circle between kerbs 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 Read the rest of this entry »

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Audi A6 allroad quattro Quick reference guide. 1. 4. 2. 3. Anti-theft alarm. The alarm system is automatically set when you lock the car, and switched off when you unlock the car with the remote control. If you unlock the vehicle by inserting the key in the driver’s door, the ignition must be switched on within 15 seconds, otherwise the alarm will be triggered. Remote control keys Press the required button.
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The alarm system is automatically set when you lock the car, and switched off when you unlock the car with the remote control. If you unlock the vehicle by inserting the key in the driver’s door, the ignition must be switched on within 15 seconds, otherwise the alarm will be triggered. If you unlock the tailgate by turning the key in the slot, the alarm will be triggered immediately. Remote control keys
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