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Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer

Be very cautious when passing, or
being passed by, other vehicles.
The spray from large vehicles
reduces your visibility, and the

wind buffeting can cause you to
lose control.

Towing a Trailer

Your car is not designed to tow a
trailer. Attempting to do so can
void your warranties.

Driving

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Page 1: ...e and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 87 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 101 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when yo...

Page 2: ...ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanent part ofthe car and should remainwiththecarwhenitissold The information and specifications included in this publication were i...

Page 3: ...ime Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it The next owner will find it just as helpful Several other booklets in the glove box explain the warranties that protect your Honda We...

Page 4: ...y alert symbol and one of three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These mean 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...

Page 5: ...l Restraint System 11 Important Safety Reminder 12 How the Driver s Airbag Works 12 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 13 System Service 14 System Service Precautions 14 Additional Safety Information 1...

Page 6: ...aints and door locks also play a role in occupant safety For example reclining the seat back can decrease the effec tiveness of your seat belt Head restraints can help protect your neck and head espec...

Page 7: ...belts Important Safety Reminders Seat belts are designed for adults and larger children All infants and small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats see page 17 A pregnant woman n...

Page 8: ...also sounds for several seconds see page 30 The following pages cover more about the seat belt components and how they work This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder acro...

Page 9: ...your seat is upright see page 50 1 Pull the latch plate across your body and insert it into the buckle Tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked 2 Check that the belt is not twisted 3...

Page 10: ...just the belt anchor height or your seating position Front seat Adjust the belt anchor by squeezing the two buttons and sliding the anchor downward it has four positions Rear seat Move toward the cent...

Page 11: ...h plate at a right angle and pull to extend the belt Insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 Position the belt fits as low as posible across your hips and pelvic bones not across your stomach Pull th...

Page 12: ...up ask your doctor if its okay for you to drive and how you should position a lap shoulder seat belt Seat Belt Maintenance For safety you should check the condition of your seat belts regu larly Pull...

Page 13: ...n components in your SRS are An airbag in the steering wheel for the driver A diagnostie system that continu ally monitors the sensors control unit airbag activator and all related wiring while the ig...

Page 14: ...elt helps keep you in the proper position when an airbag inflates An airbag opens with considerable force it can hurt you if you are not in the proper position How the Driver s Airbag Works If you eve...

Page 15: ...ith the proper operation of the airbag Or if the airbag inflates they could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the SRS light on your instrume...

Page 16: ...e Precautions Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of the supple mental restraint system Modifica tions could make the system inef fective Do not tamper with the system components or wi...

Page 17: ...from the seat belts If you recline a seat back you reduce the protective capability of your seat belt The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk that you will slide under the belt in a...

Page 18: ...et can interfere with your ability to drive the car In a crash or sudden stop loose pets or cages can be thrown around inside the car and hurt you or your passengers It is also for their safety that p...

Page 19: ...We recommend that whenever possible you secure your child s infant or toddler seat in the center position of the rear seat with the lap belt We also recommend that any child who is too large to use an...

Page 20: ...r 18 kg 40 Ibs Use an approved child seat The seat must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 FMVSS 213 or Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Look for the manufacturer s statement of compl...

Page 21: ...p belt If you decide to put an infant seat in an outside position of the rear seat you must use a locking clip on the car s lap shoulder belt see page 21 Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 1...

Page 22: ...e bracket have it installed by your authorized Honda dealer If you need an anchor plate and mounting hardware you can obtain them by writing to American Honda Motor Co Inc Consumer Affairs 1919 Torran...

Page 23: ...through the restraint according to the seat manufacturer s instructions 2 Insert the latch plate into the buckle Pull on the shoulder part of the belt to make sure there is no slack in the lap portio...

Page 24: ...der belt crosses the neck have your child move toward the center of the rear seat until the belt fits properly If the belt still crosses the child s neck you should use a booster seat Several styles o...

Page 25: ...re going to be drinking make plans to ride with a friend who will not be drinking What if you find that you ve been drinking and cannot get a ride from a friend Find alternative transpor tation Call a...

Page 26: ...to move the car out of the garage With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into the trunk This can get into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with th...

Page 27: ...inds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA can not become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda...

Page 28: ...of potential hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully and don t remove them If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement BATTERY...

Page 29: ...Brightness 38 Turn Signals 38 Windshield Wipers 39 Windshield Washers 39 Hazard Warning 40 Rear Window Defogger 40 Steering Wheel Adjustment 41 Steering Wheel Controls 42 Cruise Control 42 Horn 45 Ke...

Page 30: ...MIRROR CONTROLS P 56 DIGITAL CLOCK P 58 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 64 AUDIO SYSTEM P 71 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 81 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 48 FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE P 80 POWER WINDOW SWITCH P 53 DOOR LO...

Page 31: ...cannot alert you if that system develops a prob lem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadi an model are not...

Page 32: ...after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition The U S instrument panel is shown Difference...

Page 33: ...o functions 1 It lights as a reminder that you have set the parking brake Driving with the parking brake set can damage the brakes and tires and cause the Anti lock brake system to turn off see page 9...

Page 34: ...t If it does not go off or comes back on again while driving take the car to your dealer to have it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock Check Engine Li...

Page 35: ...g switch both turn signal lights blink All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 37 for information on the...

Page 36: ...tachometer needle in the red zone Odometer The odometer shows the total dis tance your car has been driven It measures miles in U S models and kilometers in Canadian models It is illegal under federal...

Page 37: ...e Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge In severe driving conditions such...

Page 38: ...on the dashboard to the right of the steering column The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof mirrors cruise control and instrument panel brightness The lever on the underside of the...

Page 39: ...ight see page 33 To flash the high beams pull back and hold the turn signal lever Release the lever and the high beams will go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever no matt...

Page 40: ...er Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It shuts off auto...

Page 41: ...n continuously To operate the wipers in mist mode push the control lever down The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield Windshield Was...

Page 42: ...ear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defogger will shut its...

Page 43: ...Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that pos...

Page 44: ...ll control of the car under those conditions The cruise control as it operates moves the accelerator pedal You can damage your car s accelerator mechanism by resting your foot under the pedal and bloc...

Page 45: ...cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Accelerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button You can decrease the set cruising speed in either of two ways P...

Page 46: ...hen you tap the brake or clutch pedal the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down You can use the acceler ator pedal in the normal way The system r...

Page 47: ...ar seat trunk access The valet key only works the ignition and the door locks You can keep the trunk trunk release handle and rear seat trunk access locked when you leave your car and valet key at a p...

Page 48: ...you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter ON II This is the normal key position when driving All features and accessories on the car are usable Several of the lights on the instrument pa...

Page 49: ...r handle and push the lock tab down Release the handle then close the door The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key Available only on LX and EX models in the U S and EX...

Page 50: ...ar from accidentally opening the rear doors Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge With the lever in the LOCK position the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of th...

Page 51: ...while driving to avoid damaging the lid and getting exhaust gas in the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 24 To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to some one else lock...

Page 52: ...ge Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the angle of the seat back pull up on the lever on the outside of th...

Page 53: ...car or inside the trunk To fold down the seat back from inside the car insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf Turn the key clockwise and pulling down the top of the seat back Instruments...

Page 54: ...by pulling on the top of the seat Make sure all items in the trunk or items extending through the opening into the back seat are tied down Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to b...

Page 55: ...close the window push up on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want The master control panel also con tains these extra features AUTO To open the driver s wi...

Page 56: ...ear of the moonroof for ventilation push the button To slide the moonroof back push the switch Hold it until the moonroof reaches the desired position then release the switch To close the moonroof pre...

Page 57: ...o adjust the mirrors before you start driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to...

Page 58: ...edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right or left up or down 4 When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns off the adjustment switch so you can t move a...

Page 59: ...the car without releasing the parking brake the ABS cannot work properly Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the...

Page 60: ...ess and hold the HOUR button until the hour advances to the desired time 4 Press and hold the MIN button until the minute advance to the desired time You can use the RESET button to quickly set the ti...

Page 61: ...close it push it down until it latches Use the cup holder only when the car is parked If you place cups in the holder while driving the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners Be ca...

Page 62: ...e cigarette lighter to work To heat up the lighter push it in It will pop out when it is ready for use Do not hold the lighter in while it is heating up you could cause it to overheat Ashtrays Open th...

Page 63: ...ls To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car don t put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtrays Interior Light The interior light has a three position switch In the OFF forward posi...

Page 64: ...anadian models and all U S models Refer to the operating instructions that came with the optional audio system you selected Heating and Cooling 64 What Each Control Does 66 How to Use the System 67 Co...

Page 65: ...your car If you purchased your car without air conditioning it can be installed at any time Please contact your dealer for more information The direction of airflow from the vents in the center and e...

Page 66: ...Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features UPPER VENT Table of Contents Main Menu...

Page 67: ...utton is controlling air flow Air Conditioner A C Switch This switch turns the air condi tioner ON and OFF The indicator in the switch lights when the A C is ON Fresh Air and Recirculation Buttons The...

Page 68: ...olant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be sever al minutes before you feel warm air circulating The air conditioner does not de pend on engine temperature It can produce cold air almost i...

Page 69: ...mum speed 4 Open the windows partially Select and When the interior reaches a com fortable temperature close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above The air conditioner places an...

Page 70: ...setting is best for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32 F 0 C 1 Set the fan to a medium speed 2 Turn on the air conditioner 3 Select any desired mode button is usually...

Page 71: ...ect and 3 Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents The air flow w...

Page 72: ...he sound direction The Balance control moves it left to right The Fader control moves it front to back The rear speakers are available as an option The radio panel illumination comes on with the instr...

Page 73: ...feature is not available You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK or the Preset buttons The SEEK function searches for radio stations with strong signals...

Page 74: ...at station Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations each on AM and F M Once that station s frequency is stored simply press and release...

Page 75: ...e AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kilohertz apart 530 540 550 Those on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 megahertz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 Stations must use these exact frequ...

Page 76: ...omati cally reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette To remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button The system automatically ejects the cassette whenever you turn off th...

Page 77: ...ins to play it is probably defective and should not be inserted again You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing reverse directions once or twice and then eject This is normally an indication the t...

Page 78: ...packages This section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 78 Gasoline 78 Oxygenated Fuels 78 Driving in Fore...

Page 79: ...g gasoline containing lead will damage your car s emission controls This contributes to air pollution and can void certain parts of your warranty Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause persistent he...

Page 80: ...m the use of an oxygenated fuel are not the responsibility of Honda and are not covered under warranty Oxygenated fuels can damage paint and plastic Be careful not to spill fuel when filling your fuel...

Page 81: ...lling the tank after the gas pump automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes 5 Screw the gas cap back on tighten it until i...

Page 82: ...e your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle to the left until it releases the hood Lift the hood 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the ho...

Page 83: ...l the car with gas Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange handle 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it...

Page 84: ...o add it Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Coolant on page 113 for information o...

Page 85: ...ion abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that al lows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a con stant...

Page 86: ...d accessories can adversely affect your car s han dling and stability Your car has several computer controlled systems including the SRS system the engine s fuel injection and the Anti lock brake syst...

Page 87: ...ve occupants driver and four passengers the maximum recommended weight for cargo is 45 kg 100 Ibs Where you store this cargo and how well you secure it are just as important as how much it weighs Make...

Page 88: ...rting the Engine 89 5 speed Transmission 89 Automatic Transmission 89 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 90 5 speed Manual Transmission 91 Recommended Shift Points 91 Maximum Speeds 92 Automati...

Page 89: ...ed down securely 4 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 50 5 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 55 6 Check the adjustment of the steering wheel see page 41 7 Make sur...

Page 90: ...accelerator pedal so the engine does not race 6 If the engine still does not start press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting in order to clear flooding As before k...

Page 91: ...arting in Cold Weather at High Altitude Above 2 400 meters 8 000 feet An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 2 400 meters 8 000 feet adds to the prob...

Page 92: ...hift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind You can get extra braking from the engine when slowing down by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can...

Page 93: ...ed by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone US DX LX Canada LX EX Automatic Transmission Your Honda s transmission has fou...

Page 94: ...urning off or starting the engine To shift out of Park you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal Press the release button on the side of the shift lever to move it...

Page 95: ...om cycling between third and fourth gears in stop and go driving For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4 you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by push ing the accelerator pedal to t...

Page 96: ...hift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work 1 Set the Parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Insert the k...

Page 97: ...ee if they feel normal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Since a longer distance is needed to stop with wet brakes be extra cautious and alert in your driving Brake Wear Indicators...

Page 98: ...drum type brakes For a further explanation of the ABS equipment refer to page 178 ABS helps you maintain stopping and steering control It does this by helping you to prevent the wheels from locking u...

Page 99: ...e the system to work inconsistently A car with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces than an equivalent car without Anti lock The ABS cannot make up for road conditions...

Page 100: ...r To be seen more clearly during day light hours turn on your headlights Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently Keep the wind shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid Replace th...

Page 101: ...ing passed by other vehicles The spray from large vehicles reduces your visibility and the wind buffeting can cause you to lose control Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer Attem...

Page 102: ...Locations 108 Engine Oil 109 Checking Engine Oil 109 Adding 109 Recommended Oil 110 Additives 110 Oil and Filter Changes 111 Cooling System 113 Checking the Coolant Level 113 Adding Radiator Coolant 1...

Page 103: ...competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Mainte nance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this...

Page 104: ...re driving conditions service these items more often 1 For cars sold in California this service is recommended only other areas it is required 2 Tension adjustment only 3 Thereafter replace every 2 ye...

Page 105: ...r other corrosive materials E Rough or muddy roads The services are Replace the air cleaner element every 24 000 km 15 000 miles or 12 months under condition B or E Replace engine oil and oil filter e...

Page 106: ...Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car Maintenance Table of Contents Main Menu...

Page 107: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 104 Maintenance Table of Contents Main Menu...

Page 108: ...check the reservoir each time you stop for gas See page 117 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 118 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level monthly See page 12...

Page 109: ...C TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Gray cap 5 M T only CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DI...

Page 110: ...e 3 Pull it out again and look at the oil level at the end of the dipstick If it is between the upper and lower marks the level is correct Add oil if the level is at or below the lower mark Adding To...

Page 111: ...C A fuel efficient oil is recommended for your Honda This is shown on the API Service label by the words Energy Conserving I I This oil is formulated to help your engine use less fuel The API Service...

Page 112: ...gine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off 2 Open the hood and remove the oil filler cap Remove the oil drain bolt from the bottom of the engine Drain the oil into an appropri...

Page 113: ...s and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for several minutes then check the oil level If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipst...

Page 114: ...stem contains many aluminum components which can corrode if an improper antifreeze is used Some antifreeze even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts may not provide adequate protection Adding Rad...

Page 115: ...MAX and MIN marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components R...

Page 116: ...the splash guard Remove the drain bolt from the engine block 4 Remove the reserve tank from its holder by pulling it straight up Drain the coolant then put the tank back in its holder 5 When the cool...

Page 117: ...the bleeder bolt on top of the engine Tighten it again when coolant comes out in a steady stream with no bubbles 9 Refill the radiator to the base of the filler neck Put the cap on the radiator only t...

Page 118: ...moving the cap and looking inside Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather Do not use engine antifree...

Page 119: ...k the fluid level It should be between the upper and lower marks 5 If the level is below the lower mark add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark Use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transm...

Page 120: ...Feel inside the bolt hole with your finger If you do not feel any oil slowly add oil until it starts to run out of the hole Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely Only use an SF or SG grad...

Page 121: ...replaced every 2 years or 48 000 km 30 000 miles Brake System The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark it is an indicati...

Page 122: ...our dealer inspect the system as soon as posible If you add brake fluid to bring it up to the MAX mark use the same DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid speci fied for the brake system Clutch System The fluid sho...

Page 123: ...below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of power steering fluid will damage the system Use only genuine Honda power steer...

Page 124: ...cedure for removal and reinstallation The air filter element is inside the box on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To replace it 1 Loosen the four bolts and remove the filter housing cov...

Page 125: ...nt sooner if you happen to buy one or more tankfuls of contaminated gasoline Have the filter tested or replaced if you suspect it has been clogged by contaminants Spark Plugs The original spark plugs...

Page 126: ...que the spark plug If you do not have a torque wrench tight en the spark plug one quarter turn after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 18 N m 1 8 kg m 13 Ib ft Tighten the spark plugs ca...

Page 127: ...on the terminals Maintenance The battery gives off explo sive hydrogen gas during nor mal operation A spark or open flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt...

Page 128: ...cian immediately Check the battery condition by looking at the test indicator window on the battery Blue Good condition Red Add distilled water White Charging necessary Check the battery terminals for...

Page 129: ...with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damag...

Page 130: ...d Replace the blades if you find these signs or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by...

Page 131: ...n forcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder...

Page 132: ...er at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engine at normal operating temperature This circulates the lubri...

Page 133: ...d maintenance Tires Check the inflation and condition of your car s tires at least once a month Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold This means the car has been parked for at l...

Page 134: ...ted provides you with the best combi nation of riding comfort handling and tread life Underinflated tires wear unevenly reduce you car s handling and are more likely to fail because of higher temperat...

Page 135: ...gnment check ed every 12 months or 24 000 km 15 000 miles The tires were properly balanced by the factory They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out Have your dealer check th...

Page 136: ...nd Tires Wheel US DX LX Canada LX EX 13x5J US EX Canada EX V 1 4 x 5 J Tire US DX LX Canada LX EX P175 70R13 US EX Canada EX V P175 65R14 DOT Tire Quality Grading US Cars The tires on your car meet al...

Page 137: ...hen tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temper...

Page 138: ...ginal equipment tires You should drive cautiously even when the roads are clear Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations Tire Chains Mount snow chains on your car when warranted by...

Page 139: ...is needed Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your car has halogen headlight bulbs one on each side When replacing a bulb handle it by its steel base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard...

Page 140: ...Make sure the tab is on the top 7 Push the electrical connector onto the tabs of the new bulb Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb 8 Passenger s side Reinstall the air intake tube Replacing th...

Page 141: ...g screw and tighten it securely Replacing Rear Bulbs in Fenders 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the cover from the inside of the taillight assembly by pushing on the tab 3 Determine which of the three bulbs...

Page 142: ...g Remove that bulb from the socket by pushing it in slightly and turning it counter clockwise 5 Install the new bulb in the socket Test it to make sure it works 6 Reinstall the bulb holder assem bly I...

Page 143: ...lights and check that the new bulb is working 4 Reinstall the lens Reinstall the two screws and tighten them securely Replacing Interior and Trunk Light Bulbs 1 Remove the lens by carefully prying on...

Page 144: ...2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 3 Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Snap the lens back in place Lights Maintenance TRUNK LIGHT Table of Contents Main Menu...

Page 145: ...red for a longer period it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground Leave one window open slightly if the car is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Cover the car with...

Page 146: ...ar s appearance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 146 Washing 146 Waxing 147 Paint Touch up 147 Interior Care...

Page 147: ...d detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the car using the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top a...

Page 148: ...t is new Polishes Polishes and cleaner waxes can restore the shine to paint that has oxidized and lost some of its shine They normally contain mild abrasives and solvents that remove the top layer of...

Page 149: ...l Examine the chip or scratch closely before repairing it If it does not go down to bare metal clean it with soap and water and apply the touch up paint If it does go to the metal apply a coat of prim...

Page 150: ...irst to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened i...

Page 151: ...it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemicals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor If you use a liquid air freshener make sure you fa...

Page 152: ...pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts Some companies make sheetmetal pieces that seem...

Page 153: ...you may be able to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 154 Changing a Flat Tire 155 If Your Engine Won t Start 160 Nothing Happens 160 T...

Page 154: ...oad sur faces than the regular tire Use greater caution while driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especially to fit your...

Page 155: ...the ignition to LOCK 0 2 Put the transmission in Park automatic or Reverse 5 speed Set the parking brake 3 Open the trunk Raise the trunk floor by lifting up on the back edge 4 Take the tool kit out...

Page 156: ...acking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top...

Page 157: ...off the ground 10 Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground 11 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a...

Page 158: ...l is firmly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully 13 Lower the car to the ground and remove the jack 14 Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut tor...

Page 159: ...and put it back on the bolt 17 Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole 18 Store the jack in the trunk with the end bracket on the left side Turn the jack s end bracket to lo...

Page 160: ...r will not operate With an automatic transmission it must be in Park or Neutral Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or do...

Page 161: ...there are several precau tions you should take Follow the directions closely You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmision by pushing or pulling it To jump start your car 1 Open the hood and...

Page 162: ...le to any other part of the engine 5 If the booster battery is in another car have an assistant start that car and run it at a fast idle 6 Start your car If the starter motor still operates slowly che...

Page 163: ...action 1 Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in neutral or Park and set the parking brake Turn off the climate control and all other accessories Turn on the hazard warning indica...

Page 164: ...e without pushing down to the first stop This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start the engine...

Page 165: ...hood and check the oil level see page 109 Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuve...

Page 166: ...t to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly By eliminatin...

Page 167: ...n safely pull off the road and turn off the engine Restart the engine and watch the check engine light If it stays on have your car checked by the dealer as soon as possible You should also have the d...

Page 168: ...blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the tool kit out of the trunk 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the cent...

Page 169: ...wo fuse boxes The underhood fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the battery To open push the tab as shown Cars equipped with ABS have a third fuse box for the ABS It is in the front...

Page 170: ...se box which fuse or fuses control that component Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that is not the cause Replace any blown fuses and check the component s operation 1 Tu...

Page 171: ...defogger or radio If you replace the burned out fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct ra...

Page 172: ...pension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be trans ported by flat bed it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If due to damag...

Page 173: ...e technically oriented owner Identification Numbers 174 Specifications 176 Anti lock Brake System 178 Supplemental Restraint System 179 Emission Controls 180 The Clean Air Act 180 Crankcase Emission C...

Page 174: ...ur ing your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certificati...

Page 175: ...ion Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Technical Information TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Table of Content...

Page 176: ...ing the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 4 0 11 US gal 0 09 Imp gal 2 US DX LX Canada LX EX 3 US EX Canada EX V 4 Excluding the oil remaining in the...

Page 177: ...Specifications 1 US DX LX Canada LX EX 2 US EX Canada EX V Technical Information Table of Contents Main Menu...

Page 178: ...he control unit detects a wheel locking up it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator solenoid unit There are three solenoids one for each front wheel and one for the rear wheels The energ...

Page 179: ...oduced by the burning propellant inflates the airbag in about 40 milliseconds 1 25 of a second The airbag is vented so it stays inflated for only an instant and does not block the driver s vision Smok...

Page 180: ...aintain them This section summarizes how the emission con trols work Scheduled maintenance is on page 103 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS on Emis...

Page 181: ...onditions Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Catalytic Converter The catalytic converter is in the exhaust...

Page 182: ...ire any combustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engin...

Page 183: ...ranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages 184 Customer Relations Information 185 U S Zone Office Map 186 Canada Zone Office Map 187 Authorized Manuals 189 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Me...

Page 184: ...y Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty manual for details Repl...

Page 185: ...ou are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office Refer to the U S and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages When y...

Page 186: ...O Box 337 Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown New Jersey 08057 609 235 5533 Includes NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area Mid Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln Suite 200 Gaithe...

Page 187: ...Winnipeg Manitoba R2X 1R3 204 632 8650 Central Zone Honda Canada Inc 305 Milner Avenue Suite 105 Scarborough Ontario M1B 3V4 416 299 3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc 1401 rue Ampere Boucherville Queb...

Page 188: ...For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 313 883 1430 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should contact their...

Page 189: ...r most mechanically inclined owners to understand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical cir...

Page 190: ...64 Air Pressure Tires 132 Alcohol and Drugs 23 Alcohol in Gasoline 76 Antifreeze 113 Anti lock Brakes ABS Description 178 Indicator Light 32 98 Operation 98 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 46 Appearan...

Page 191: ...Coolant 114 Charging System Light 31 166 Check Engine Light 32 167 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 118 Battery Condition 126 Brake Fluid 120 Clutch Fluid 121 Engine Belts 132 Engine Oil 109 Fus...

Page 192: ...84 Emergencies on the Road 153 Battery Jump Starting 161 Changing a Flat Tire 155 Charging System Light 166 Check Engine Light 167 Checking the Fuses 170 Low Oil Pressure Light 165 Manually Closing M...

Page 193: ...138 Turning on 37 Heating and Cooling 64 High Altitude Starting at 90 High Low Beam Switch 37 Hood Opening the 81 Horn 45 Hot Coolant Warning about 113 Hydraulic Clutch 121 Hydroplaning 99 Identifica...

Page 194: ...Anti theft Steering Column 46 Fuel Filler Door 80 Glove Box 57 Power Door 47 Locks Trunk 48 Low Coolant Level 113 Lower Gear Downshifting to a 91 Low Oil Pressure Light 31 165 Lubricant Specification...

Page 195: ...g 163 Radio Cassette Sound System 71 Rear End Towing 172 Rear Lights Bulb Replacement 140 Rear Seat Folding 51 Rear View Mirror 55 Rear Window Defogger 40 Reclining the Seat Backs 50 Recommended Shift...

Page 196: ...START Ignition Key Position 46 Starting the Engine 89 In Cold Weather at High Altitude 90 With a Dead Battery 161 Steam Coming from Engine 163 Steering Wheel Adjustment 41 Anti theft Column Lock 46 S...

Page 197: ...lstery Cleaning 149 Used Oil How to Dispose of 112 Vanity Mirror 60 Vehicle Capacity Load 86 Vehicle Dimensions 176 Vehicle Identification Number 174 Vehicle Storage 144 Ventilation 67 VIN 174 Vinyl C...

Page 198: ...EX V 200 kPa 2 0 kg cm 2 29 psi Spare Tire Pressure 415 kPa 4 15 kg cm 2 60 psi Tire Size Front and Rear US DX LX Canada LX EX P175 70R13 US EX Canada EX V P175 65R14 Spare Tire US DX LX Canada LX EX...

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