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Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Positions

This display is on the instrument

panel between the speedometer and

tachometer. It shows you the
position of the shift lever. It also
indicates a possible problem in the
transmission if the "D

" indicator

light flashes.

The shift lever has seven positions.

It must be in Park or Neutral to start
the engine. When you are stopped in

, D

, 2, 1, N or R, press firmly on

the brake pedal and keep your foot

off the accelerator pedal.

CONTINUED

SHIFT LEVER

Driving

Summary of Contents for 1994 Accord Coupe

Page 1: ...and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 111 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...

Page 2: ...er s manual in your car so you can refer to it at any time Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it The next owner will find it just as helpful Several warranties protect your Hon...

Page 3: ...ty alert symbol and one of three words DANGER WARMING 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 follo...

Page 4: ...Reminder 12 How the Driver s Airbag Works 13 How the Passenger s Airbag Works 14 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 15 System Service 15 System Service Precautions 16 Additional Safety Information 17...

Page 5: ...xample reclining the seat back can decrease the effec tiveness of your seat belt Head restraints can help protect your neck and head especially during rear end impacts Door locks help keep your doors...

Page 6: ...adults and larger children All infants and small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats see page 19 A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn chi...

Page 7: ...e page 34 The following pages cover more about the seat belt components and how they work Lap Shoulder Belt SHOULDER PORTION This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder acro...

Page 8: ...d the back of your seat is upright see page 54 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...

Page 9: ...while you are sitting in one of the outside positions of the rear seat you need to adjust your seating position Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone To unlatch t...

Page 10: ...te at a right angle and pull it to extend the belt while sliding the tail toward the latch Insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 Position the belt as low as possible across your hips and pelvic bon...

Page 11: ...or if it s 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 regularly Pull out each belt fu...

Page 12: ...in the steering wheel for the driver and another in the dashboard for the passenger A diagnostic system that when the ignition is ON II continually monitors the sensors control unit airbag activator...

Page 13: ...only inflate in severe frontal collisions They offer no protection in rear impacts side impacts rollovers or moderate frontal collisions An airbag inflates and deflates very quickly It cannot protect...

Page 14: ...le it can reduce serious injuries and even save your life the airbag might cause some facial abrasions or other injuries For this reason you should always sit as far back from the steering wheel as co...

Page 15: ...considerable force It can seriously hurt a front seat passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the seat belt properly Front seat passengers should move the seat as far back as practical...

Page 16: ...ngine starts The light comes on or flashes while you are driving System Service Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenance free There are no parts you can safely service You must have...

Page 17: ...works on your car that you have a supplemental restraint system Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in the official Honda service manual could result in personal injury or damage to the...

Page 18: ...e most protec tion 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 un...

Page 19: ...he could injure his knees For information on loading cargo see page 110 Driving with Pets Loose pets can be a hazard while you are driving An unrestrained pet can interfere with your ability to drive...

Page 20: ...front seat 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 strongly recommend that you do not put an in...

Page 21: ...protection Important Safety Reminders Never hold a baby or child on your lap when riding in a car If you are wearing your seat belt the violent forces created during a crash will tear the child from y...

Page 22: ...a lap shoulder belt A child whose seat is not properly secured to the car can be endangered in a crash To properly route a seat belt through a child seat follow the seat maker s instructions If you us...

Page 23: ...ury to the infant Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg 20 and 40 Ibs Toddler seats are designed for children who weigh between 9 and 18 kg 20 and 40 Ibs The preferred place to put a todd...

Page 24: ...ear seat until the belt fits properly If the belt still crosses the child s neck you should use a booster seat Several styles of booster seats are available We recommend a design that allows the child...

Page 25: ...ckle the seat belt 4 Install the locking clip as shown Position the clip as close as possible to the latch plate 5 Insert the latch plate into the buckle Push and pull on the child seat to verify that...

Page 26: ...ing to American Honda Motor Co Inc Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd Torrance CA 90501 2746 Canadian Cars The anchor plate and mounting hardware for a top tether are supplied with the car When insta...

Page 27: ...you know you are 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 transpo...

Page 28: ...open run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive...

Page 29: ...They warn you 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 replac...

Page 30: ...Windshield Washers 43 Hazard Warning 43 Rear Window Defogger 43 Steering Wheel Adjustment 44 Steering Wheel Controls 46 Cruise Control 46 Horn 49 Keys and Locks 49 Keys 49 Ignition Switch 50 Door Lock...

Page 31: ...and Controls MIRROR CONTROLS P 61 DIGITAL CLOCK P 63 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 70 AUDIO SYSTEM P 77 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 105 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 52 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 104 POWER WINDOW SWITC...

Page 32: ...you if that system develops a problem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text...

Page 33: ...pull to the side of the road and shut off the engine as soon as you can Turn to page 200 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine Charging System Indicator This light indicates the batt...

Page 34: ...ur dealer to have it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light This light comes on for a few seconds when you t...

Page 35: ...e is a problem with the DRL There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 40 for information on the headlight...

Page 36: ...ne 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 law in the U S and provincial...

Page 37: ...t may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or hilly roads The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition When you add fuel th...

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

Page 39: ...he turn signal lever until you hear a click then let go The blue high beam indicator will light see page 36 To flash the high beams pull back and hold the turn signal lever Release the lever and the h...

Page 40: ...n or lane change with this lever Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or clown all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you rele...

Page 41: ...e positions INT intermittent LO low speed HI high speed In intermittent the wipers operate every few seconds In low speed and high speed the wipers run continu ously To operate the wipers in mist mode...

Page 42: ...four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your car is disabled Rear...

Page 43: ...steering wheel height to suit your preference Do this before you begin driving 1 Adjust the seat so you are a comfortable distance from the pedals and can operate them safely 2 The lever to tilt the s...

Page 44: ...l 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 position 4 Make sure you...

Page 45: ...roads slippery roads heavy rain or bad weather You should have full control of the car under those conditions Using the Cruise Control 1 Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch to the left of the st...

Page 46: ...ch the desired cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Ac celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button You can decrease the set cruising speed in eithe...

Page 47: ...the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way If you use the brake or clutch pedal to cancel cruise control the system retain...

Page 48: ...x The valet key only works the ignition and the door locks You can keep the trunk trunk release handle rear seat trunk access and glove box locked when you leave your car and valet key at a parking fa...

Page 49: ...y ACCESSORY I In this position 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 t...

Page 50: ...driver s door pull the door handle and push the lock tab in Release the handle then close the door The doors can also be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key Power Door Locks Available on...

Page 51: ...re for several seconds Trunk You can open the trunk in two ways Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver s seat Use the master key to open the trunk lock The valet key does not work in...

Page 52: ...ox by pulling the bottom of the handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on Instruments...

Page 53: ...t is locked in position To change the angle of the seat back pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Move the seat back to the desired position and release the lever Let the seat back l...

Page 54: ...r support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Pivot the lever forward until it stops then let it return Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar support through its full range Re...

Page 55: ...t Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint press the release button and push the restraint down To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair pull i...

Page 56: ...To lock the seat back upright push it firmly against the rear shelf Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat Make sure both rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the...

Page 57: ...o 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...

Page 58: ...he ignition Opening either front door cancels the delay function You must turn the ignition ON II again before you can raise or lower the windows Moonroof Only on EX model in the U S and EX R model in...

Page 59: ...slide the sunshade to any position when the moonroof is closed The sunshade slides open with the moonroof You must close it manu ally Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted fo...

Page 60: ...on the driver s door armrest 1 Turn the ignition switch ON II 2 Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenger s side 3 Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirro...

Page 61: ...ing brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up slightly push the button and lower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully relea...

Page 62: ...the H button until the hour advances to the desired time 4 Press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest...

Page 63: ...lace cups in the holder while driving the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners Be careful when you are using the cup holder Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery carpeting and...

Page 64: ...o use the vanity mirror pull down the passenger s sun visor On LX and EX models in the U S and EX R model in Canada To use the vanity mirror pull down the passenger s sun visor and swing down the cove...

Page 65: ...while it is heating up you could cause it to overheat Ashtrays Open the front ashtray by swinging the lid down To remove it for emptying open the lid then pull the ashtray straight outward The rear a...

Page 66: ...e on In the center position the ceiling light comes on when you open either door In the ON position the ceiling light stays on continuously Courtesy Lights Only on LX and EX models in the U S and EX R...

Page 67: ...rolling Air Flow Direction 73 Ventilation 73 To Cool with A C 74 To Heat 75 To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning 75 To Defog and Defrost 76 To Turn Everything off 76 Audio System Canadian LX 7...

Page 68: ...ystem is available from your dealer It meets Honda s high quality standards and is designed to fit your car Please contact your dealer for more information The direction of air flow from the vents in...

Page 69: ...Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 70: ...witch This switch turns the air condi tioning ON and OFF The indicator above the switch lights when the A C is ON Recirculation Fresh Air Button This button controls the source of air going into the s...

Page 71: ...ses engine coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air circulating The air conditioning system does not depend on engine temperature It can produc...

Page 72: ...Set the fan to maximum 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 Air condit...

Page 73: ...tes When used in combination with the heater it makes the interior warm and dry 1 Switch the fan on 2 Turn on the air conditioning 3 Select and any desired mode button 4 Adjust the temperature control...

Page 74: ...id fogging the windows 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 will get warmer and clear the window...

Page 75: ...system is easy to use and will give clear AM FM reception The preset buttons allow you to select six stations on each band The cassette player features auto reverse for continuous play Comfort and Con...

Page 76: ...t the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM FM button You will see the selected band and the frequency in the display STEREO will be displayed next to the frequency if the station is broadcast...

Page 77: ...reset button you want for that station Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations each on AM and FM Once that station s frequency is stored...

Page 78: ...equencies 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 ON VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS AM FM BUTTON Stations...

Page 79: ...remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button The system automatically ejects the cassette whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION...

Page 80: ...ll give clear AM FM reception The preset buttons allow you to select six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM US LX ON OFF VOL KNOB TUNE SEEK FF REW TMS SWITCH PRESET BUTTONS Comfort and Convenien...

Page 81: ...ted from the car s battery To get the system working again you must enter a code number Dolby noise reduction manufac tured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the do...

Page 82: ...rn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Adjust the volume by turning the ON OFF VOL knob Select the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM FM button You will see the selected band and the frequency in...

Page 83: ...and release the TUNE SEEK switch The SEEK function searches the band for stations with a strong signal Depending on which way you push the TUNE SEEK switch the system searches up or down from the cur...

Page 84: ...encies with each Preset button 2 Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that station Press the button and hold it until you hear a b...

Page 85: ...ttons in the normal manner to select those stations A SELECT stays displayed next to the frequency as a reminder If you are in a remote area AUTO SELECT may not find enough stations to fill all the av...

Page 86: ...f the radio is off You can use the Balance control to turn off the radio panel illumination even with the radio on Push the control knob so it pops out then pull it out slightly further Check this con...

Page 87: ...encies 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 frequencies It is fairly common f...

Page 88: ...dicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing To play the other side of the tape press the PROG button The system also has an Auto reverse feature It will automatically reverse direction...

Page 89: ...the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button The system automatically ejects the cassette whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch US LX FF REW TMS SWITCH US EX Canada EX R FF RE...

Page 90: ...epeating this passage until you turn off REPEAT by pressing the button again The TMS function lets you skip to the beginning of a song or other passage The tape skips forward or backward depending on...

Page 91: ...ll start to play the first track of the first disc in the magazine When that disc ends the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played After disc 6 has completed the system will return to disc 1 To...

Page 92: ...and Convenience Features TUNE SEEK SWITCH CD BUTTON A SELECT REPEAT BUTTON RPT INDICATOR A SELECT INDICATOR ON OFF VOL KNOB US EX Canada EX R RPT INDICATOR ON OFF VOL KNOB US LX CD BUTTON TUNE SEEK S...

Page 93: ...ly The system continues to select and play tracks randomly on each of the six discs until you press the A SELECT REPEAT button again To turn on random play mode while the system is in the REPEAT mode...

Page 94: ...D Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Conven...

Page 95: ...tte before it begins 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...

Page 96: ...cassette player automatically ejects cassettes that do not play normally If it ejects a cassette before it begins to play it is probably defective and should not be inserted again You may have a casse...

Page 97: ...to lose both cards you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead the audio system will...

Page 98: ...This section will help you If you plan to add any accesso ries to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 102 Gasoline 102 Oxygenated Fuels 102 Driving in Foreign C...

Page 99: ...ause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits...

Page 100: ...tice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel conta...

Page 101: ...he inside of the door as shown 4 Stop filling the tank after the fuel pump automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes 5 Scr...

Page 102: ...of center Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle up until it releases the hood Lift the hood 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into t...

Page 103: ...y time you fill the car with fuel 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 to...

Page 104: ...nd how to add it Engine 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 Engine Coolant on page...

Page 105: ...pid acceler ation abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintai...

Page 106: ...systems including the SRS system the engine s fuel injection and the Anti lock brake system Strong electronic inter ference can affect their operation Electronic communications equip ment such as cel...

Page 107: ...umber is the total weight of cargo you can load in or on the car With five occupants driver and four passengers the maximum recom mended weight for cargo is 45 kg 100 Ibs Where you store this cargo an...

Page 108: ...aring to Drive 112 Starting the Engine 113 5 speed Manual Transmission 113 Automatic Transmission 113 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 114 5 speed Manual Transmission 115 Recommended Shift Po...

Page 109: ...fastened down securely 4 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 54 5 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 60 6 Check the adjustment of the steering wheel see page 44 7 M...

Page 110: ...e pressure on the 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 flo...

Page 111: ...es not race Starting 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 ad...

Page 112: ...with the car moving You can get extra braking from the engine when slowing down by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheati...

Page 113: ...cut in and out This is caused 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 US EX Canada EX R Automatic Tran...

Page 114: ...on of the shift lever It also indicates a possible problem in the transmission if the D4 indicator light flashes The shift lever has seven positions It must be in Park or Neutral to start the engine W...

Page 115: ...of Park see Shift Lock Release on page 120 Reverse R To shift to Reverse from Park see the explanation under Park To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a complete stop and then shift Press the rele...

Page 116: ...de of the shift lever This position locks the transmission in second gear It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop Second gives you more power when climbing and increased engine bra...

Page 117: ...ever 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 key in...

Page 118: ...ately to see 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...

Page 119: ...ABS is always On It requires no special effort or driving technique You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates Activation varies with the amount of traction your tires have On...

Page 120: ...reduced traction and visibility Keep your car well maintained and exercise greater caution when you need to drive in bad weather The cruise control should not be used in these condi tions Driving Tech...

Page 121: ...r and proper pressure Both are important in preventing hydroplaning loss of traction on a wet surface In the winter mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling Watch road conditions care...

Page 122: ...rd the front and 40 toward the rear Never load the trailer so the back is heavier than the front This takes weight off your car s rear axle and reduces traction The combined weight of the car all pass...

Page 123: ...use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load The hitch should bolt to the underbody of the car and distribute the load over a wide area Always...

Page 124: ...ht of 450 kg 1 000 Ibs do not have their own braking system If you are thinking of getting a trailer that does have brakes make sure they are electrically operated There are no provisions in your car...

Page 125: ...ou are preparing to tow your trailer do the following Measure the trailer s tongue load You can do this with a bathroom scale Verify that the hitch and safety chain are securely fastened Check the con...

Page 126: ...d and steer straight ahead If there is too much wind buffeting slow down to get out of the other vehicle s air turbulence Towing a trailer puts an extra load on your car You should have your car servi...

Page 127: ...s into the curb set the parking brake firmly and put the transmission in 1st or Reverse manual or Park automatic In addition place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires Backing up with a trailer...

Page 128: ...Periodic Checks 137 Fluid Locations 138 Engine Oil 139 Checking Engine Oil 139 Adding 139 Recommended Oil 140 Additives 141 Oil and Filter Changes 141 Cooling System 143 Checking the Engine Coolant Le...

Page 129: ...can provide competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skill...

Page 130: ...sold in California this service is recommended only other areas it is required 2 Thereafter replace every 2 years or 48 000 km 30 000 miles which ever comes first 3 This service is recommended only 4...

Page 131: ...ods at slow speeds such as a delivery vehicle E Towing a trailer Service for Severe Driving Conditions Clean the air cleaner element every 24 000 km 15 000 miles or 12 months and replace every 48 000...

Page 132: ...Required Maintenance Record Maintenance Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car...

Page 133: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Maintenance Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 134...

Page 134: ...ers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 147 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 148 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level mon...

Page 135: ...cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap ANTI LOCK BRAKE RESERVOIR Gray cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK O...

Page 136: ...s tube 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 Addin...

Page 137: ...This oil is formulated to help your engine use less fuel The API Service label also tells you the service classification of the oil Always use an oil that says API Service SG or SH This service rating...

Page 138: ...inte nance schedule The oil and filter collect contaminants that can dam age your engine if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath...

Page 139: ...m 4 4 kg m 32 Ib ft 6 Refill the engine with the recom mended oil Engine oil change capacity including filter US DX LX Canada LX 3 8 4 0 US qt 3 3 Imp qt US EX Canada EX R 4 3 4 5 US qt 3 8 Imp qt 7 R...

Page 140: ...ere driving conditions Checking the Engine Coolant Level Check the level of the engine coolant by looking at the radiator reserve tank next to the battery If the level is at or below the MIN line add...

Page 141: ...iator cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise 4 The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low 5 Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully 6 Pour c...

Page 142: ...antifreeze Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Start the engine Turn...

Page 143: ...tainer The cooling system capacity is With manual transmission 5 4 1 43 US gal 1 19 Imp gal With automatic transmission 5 3 1 40 US gal 1 17 Imp gal 7 Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of...

Page 144: ...uel The windshield washer reservoir is located behind the left headlight Check the reservoir s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap Fill the reservoir wit...

Page 145: ...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 Auto matic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON I...

Page 146: ...a viscosity of SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 The transmission should be drained and refilled with new oil every 24 months or 48 000 km 30 000 miles whichever comes first Shorten the service interval to every...

Page 147: ...u add brake fluid to bring it up to the MAX mark use Genuine Honda Brake Fluid or an equivalent from a sealed container that is marked DOT3 or DOT4 only Brake fluid marked DOT5 is not compatible with...

Page 148: ...brake system Low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system Have this system inspected as soon as possible Power Steering You should check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir mo...

Page 149: ...age the power steering pump Air Cleaner The air cleaner element should be replaced every 2 years or 48 000 km 30 000 miles whichever comes first Under severe driving condi tions it should also be clea...

Page 150: ...out 2 Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover 3 Remove the old air cleaner element Clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag 4 Place the new air cleaner elemen...

Page 151: ...r may require replacement 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 Th...

Page 152: ...ighten the spark plug 2 3 turn after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 18 N m 1 8 kg m 13 Ib ft Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage t...

Page 153: ...A spark or open flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seri ously hurt you Keep all sparks open flames and smoking materials away from the battery Wear protective clothin...

Page 154: ...Center or a physician immediately Check the battery condition by looking at the test indicator window on the battery The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery ter...

Page 155: ...need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electri cal system On the U S EX and Canadian EX R models If your car s battery is disconnected or goes d...

Page 156: ...re getting hard 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 th...

Page 157: ...or metal rein 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 int...

Page 158: ...ow pressure spray or soft bristle brush to clean them Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady spe...

Page 159: ...of wear or looseness have your dealer adjust or replace the belts Tires To safely operate your car your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly infla...

Page 160: ...he car has been parked for at least three hours If you have to drive the car before checking the tire pressure the tires can still be considered cold if you drive less than 1 6 km 1 mile If you check...

Page 161: ...you find either of these conditions Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or tread Excessive tread wear Your car s tires have wear indicators molded into...

Page 162: ...ease tire life and distribute wear more evenly you should have the tires rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 miles Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated Replacing Tir...

Page 163: ...US DX LX Canada LX P185 70R1487S US EX Canada EX R 195 60R 15 88H See Tire Information on page 218 for additional information about tire and wheel size designations See page 219 for information about...

Page 164: ...tions or required by local laws Make sure the chains are the correct size for your tires Install them only on the front tires If metal chains are used they must be SAE class S Cable type traction devi...

Page 165: ...te light Side marker lights Daytime running lights Canadian cars If you find any bulbs are burned out replace them as soon as possible Refer to the chart on page 215 to determine what type of replacem...

Page 166: ...al connector from the bulb by squeezing the connector to unlock the tab while you push down on the connector 3 Remove the bulb by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Insert the new bulb int...

Page 167: ...4 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out of its socket 5 Install the new bulb in the socket 6 Push the bulb holder into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise un...

Page 168: ...kwise to remove it from the lens 4 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 5 Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens and turn it...

Page 169: ...urn signal 3 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Remove the bulb by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise and pulling it out of the socket 5 Install the new bulb...

Page 170: ...ding the assembly backwards 3 Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it counter clockwise 4 Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out Install the new bulb Turn on the he...

Page 171: ...by pulling it straight out of the socket 3 Install the new bulb and reinstall the socket Make sure the new bulb is working Replacing a Rear License Bulb 1 Remove the two screws and remove the license...

Page 172: ...ot all use the same bulb 1 Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens Door...

Page 173: ...Lights On U S LX and EX models and Canadian EX R model On U S LX and EX models and Canadian EX R model Maintenance DOOR LIGHT SUN VISOR TRUNK...

Page 174: ...r is to be stored 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 Cove...

Page 175: ...ance the paint bright work wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 180 Washing 180 Waxing 181 Aluminum Wheels 181 Paint Touch up 182 Int...

Page 176: ...r Mix in a mild 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 Star...

Page 177: ...s shine They normally contain mild abrasives and solvents that remove the top layer of the finish You should use a polish on your Honda if the finish does not have its original shine after using a wax...

Page 178: ...orrosion Use the touch up paint on small chips and scratches More extensive damage should be repaired by a professional Examine the chip or scratch closely before repairing it If it does not go down t...

Page 179: ...rea of the fabric first 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 so...

Page 180: ...f one part white vinegar to ten parts water This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of the windows Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces The rea...

Page 181: ...the paint as soon as you discover them Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body Check the floor coverings for dampness Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a l...

Page 182: ...the same high quality appearance and level of corrosion resistance When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want genuine Honda parts used in the repair Although most insure...

Page 183: ...be able to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 188 Changing a Flat Tire 189 If Your Engine Won t Start 195 Nothing Happens 195 The Start...

Page 184: ...traction on some road 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 espec...

Page 185: ...and turn the ignition to LOCK 0 2 Put the transmission in Park automatic or Reverse manual Set the parking brake 3 Open the trunk Raise the trunk floor by lifting up on the back edge 4 Take the tool...

Page 186: ...g the handle clockwise then pulling on the cover 7 Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 8 US EX Canada EX R Remove the center cap from the wheel with a screwd...

Page 187: ...nder the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 11 Use the extension and wheel w...

Page 188: ...ground could damage the wheel surface 13 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth 14 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on fin...

Page 189: ...ed at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 110 N m 11 kg m 80 Ib ft 17 Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well 18 Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt tu...

Page 190: ...jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Replace the cover Store the tool kit 21 Store the wheel cover or center cap in the trunk Make sure they do not get scratched or dama...

Page 191: ...floor or the starter 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 headlight...

Page 192: ...ng a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure there are several precautions you should take Follow the directions closely You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by...

Page 193: ...is jumper cable 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 operat...

Page 194: ...take immediate 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 heating and cooling system and all other accessories Turn on...

Page 195: ...counterclockwise 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 St...

Page 196: ...e Open the hood and check the oil level see page 139 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 drivi...

Page 197: ...rol etc Try not 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...

Page 198: ...atch the indicator light If it stays on have your car checked by the dealer as soon as possible Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem Avoid full throttle acceleration and driving...

Page 199: ...f the new fuse 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 pl...

Page 200: ...located in two or three fuse boxes The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side To open turn the knob as shown The underhood fuse box is located in the front of the engine co...

Page 201: ...se 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 Turn the ignition...

Page 202: ...ch as the cigarette lighter or radio If you replace the blown 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...

Page 203: ...Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Spare Fuse On Canadian cars CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 204: ...Fuses UNDERHOOD FUSE BOX 1 On Canadian cars 2 US EX Canada EX R ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 205: ...ur car s suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If d...

Page 206: ...Tire Information 218 Tire Size Designation 218 Wheel Size Designation 218 Tire Speed Ratings 218 Tire Pressure Adjustment For High Speed Driving 219 DOT Tire Quality Grading 219 Treadwear 219 Tractio...

Page 207: ...censing and insuring 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 t...

Page 208: ...e Engine Number is stamped into the engine block It is on the front The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Technical Information AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMIS...

Page 209: ...t remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 6 0 16 US gal 0 13 Imp gal 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 3 US EX Canada EX R Technical Information 1 US EX Canada EX R 2 US DX LX Canada...

Page 210: ...Specifications 1 US DX LX Canada LX 2 US EX Canada EX R 3 US DX LX with ABS EX Canada LX with ABS EX R Technical Information page 207 page 208 page 156...

Page 211: ...the four wheels When the control unit detects a wheel locking up it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator solenoid unit There are six solenoids two for each front wheel and two for the...

Page 212: ...s instantaneously The gas produced by the burning propellant inflates the airbag instantly The airbag is vented so it stays inflated for only an instant and does not block the driver s vision Smoke fr...

Page 213: ...Index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry S Speed Rating Symbol See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information Wheel Size Designation Wheels are...

Page 214: ...Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwear traction and temperature perform ance according to Department of Transportation DOT standards The following explains these gradings Treadwea...

Page 215: ...ssipate heat when 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 ex...

Page 216: ...them This section summarizes how the emission controls work Scheduled maintenance is on page 133 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions va...

Page 217: ...educing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Add...

Page 218: ...s to take place It can set on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes...

Page 219: ...omer Relations Warranty Coverages 226 Customer Relations Information 227 Reporting Safety Defects U S cars 228 U S Zone Office Map 229 Canada Zone Office Map 230 Authorized Manuals 231 Warranty and Cu...

Page 220: ...ime period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please r...

Page 221: ...this way If you 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 followin...

Page 222: ...tion and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or...

Page 223: ...7 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 Gaithersburg Ma...

Page 224: ...8 604 278 7121 Central Zone Honda Canada Inc 126 Milner Avenue Scarborough Ontario M1S 3R2 416 299 3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc 1750 rue Eiffel Boucherville Quebec J4B 7W1 514 655 6161 Atlantic Z...

Page 225: ...s Vents 70 Air Pressure Tires 163 X Alcohol and Drugs 26 Alcoho l in Gasoline 102 Antifreeze 143 Anti lock Brakes ABS Description 216 Indicator Light 35 122 Operation 122 Anti theft Steering Column Lo...

Page 226: ...w to 141 When to 133 Changing a Flat Tire 189 Changing Engine Coolant 145 Charging System Indicator 34 201 Check Engine Light 35 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 148 Battery Condition 156 Brake F...

Page 227: ...ing 5 speed Manual Transmission 115 Driving 111 Economy 108 In Bad Weather 123 In Foreign Countries 103 Economy Fuel 108 Emergencies on the Road 187 Battery Jump Starting 196 Changing a Flat Tire 189...

Page 228: ...rement 102 X Oxygenated 102 Tank Filling the 104 Fuses Checking the 204 Gas Mileage Improving 108 Gasohol 102 Gasoline 102 X Filter 154 Gauge 38 Octane Requirement 102 X Tank Filling the 104 Gas Stati...

Page 229: ...of Exhaust into Car 27 Lighter Cigarette 66 Lights Bulb Replacement 168 Indicator 33 Parking 40 Turn Signal 41 Loading Cargo 110 LOCK Ignition Key Position 50 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 50 Fuel...

Page 230: ...that Burn 223 PGM FI System 222 Polishing and Waxing 181 Power Door Locks 51 Mirrors 61 Steering 151 Windows 58 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 10 Proper Seat Belt Usage 7 Radiator Overheating 198 Radio C...

Page 231: ...Cleaners 181 Sound System 77 Spare Tire Inflating 188 X Specifications 215 Spark Plugs Replacing 154 Specifications Charts 214 Speed Control 46 Speedometer 37 SRS Indicator 11 35 START Ignition Key P...

Page 232: ...evel Automatic 148 Checking Fluid Level Manual 149 Fluid Selection 148 149 Identification Number 212 Shifting the Automatic 116 Shifting the Manual 115 Treadwear 219 Trip Meter 37 Trunk 52 Opening the...

Page 233: ...lignment and Balance 165 Compact Spare 188 Wrench 191 Windows Cleaning 184 Operating the Power 58 Rear Defogger 43 Windshield Cleaning 42 Defroster 76 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 159 Operation 4...

Page 234: ...3 5 Imp qt 5 speed Manual Transmission Oil SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 viscosity API SF or SG grade recom mended Capacity 1 9 l 2 0 US qt 1 7 Imp qt Automatic Transmission Fluid Honda Premium Formula Auto m...

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