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Automatic Transmission

Your Honda's transmission has
four forward speeds. It has a

"lock-up" torque converter for

better fuel economy. You may feel

what seems like another shift
when the converter locks.

Shift Lever

Position Indicator

This display is on the instrument

panel. It shows you the position

of the shift lever.

Shift Lever Positions

The shift lever has seven

positions. It must be in Park or

Neutral to start the engine. When

you are stopped in D

, D

, 2, 1 or

R, press firmly on the brake pedal

and keep your foot off the
accelerator pedal.

Driving

SHIFT LEVER

RELEASE

BUTTON

Main Menu

Table of Contents

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Summary of Contents for 1994 Civic Coupe

Page 1: ...car and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 91 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 107 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when...

Page 2: ...ur 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 other booklets in the glove box explain the...

Page 3: ...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 4: ...l Restraint System 11 Important Safety Reminder 12 How the Driver s Airbag Works 12 How the Passenger s Airbag Works 13 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 14 System Service 15 System Service Precaution...

Page 5: ...cupant safety For example reclining the seat back can decrease the effectiveness of your seat belt Head restraints can help protect your neck and head especially during rear end impacts Door locks hel...

Page 6: ...ger children All infants and small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats see page 18 A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child see page 10...

Page 7: ...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 across your chest and across your hips Each lap shoul...

Page 8: ...ur seat is upright see page 49 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 to see that the belt is not twist...

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

Page 10: ...late at a right angle and pull to extend the belt Insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 Position the belt so it fits as low as possible across your hips and pelvic bones not across your stomach Pul...

Page 11: ...or 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 fully and look for...

Page 12: ...er A diagnostic system that when the ignition is ON II continu ally monitors the control unit including sensors airbag acti vator and all related wiring An indicator light to warn you of a possible pr...

Page 13: ...an occur during a crash A seat belt helps keep you in the proper position when an airbag inflates An airbag opens with considerable force and can hurt you if you are not in the proper position How the...

Page 14: ...or ability to operate other controls The total time for inflating and deflation takes less than a fraction of a second You may not even be aware that the airbag has been fully inflated The airbag is s...

Page 15: ...do not put an infant seat in the front passenger s seat If the airbag inflates it can dislodge the infant seat and seriously injure the infant The passenger s airbag is stored near the top of the das...

Page 16: ...ervice Precautions Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of the supplemental restraint system Modifications could make the system ineffective Do not tamper with the system components or...

Page 17: ...n 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: ...pet 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...

Page 19: ...r seat If the airbag inflates it can hit the seat with great force The infant seat can be dislodged and the baby seriously injured If a toddler seat is used in the front passenger s seat the vehicle s...

Page 20: ...ehicle Safety Standard 213 FMVSS 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Look for the manufacturer s statement of compliance on the box and seat Use a seat of the right size Make sure the seat...

Page 21: ...car with the lap belt We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger s seat In a severe frontal collision the inflating airbag can hit the infant seat with considerab...

Page 22: ...whenever possible a child who has outgrown a toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the rear seat and use a lap shoulder belt Put the lap shoulder belt on your child and check its fit T...

Page 23: ...ulder part of the belt to make sure there is no slack in the lap portion 3 Tightly grasp the belt near the latch plate Pinch both parts of the belt together so they won t slip through the latch plate...

Page 24: ...r Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd Torrance CA 90501 2746 The anchor plate and mounting hardware for a top tether are supplied with the car When installing make sure the toothed washer is on the bottom of t...

Page 25: ...king 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 transportation Call a taxi Take a bus Man...

Page 26: ...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 the trunk lid open...

Page 27: ...otential 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 Driver and P...

Page 28: ...rightness 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 Keys...

Page 29: ...ts and Controls Control Locations DOOR LOCK SWITCH MIRROR CONTROLS DIGITAL CLOCK HEATING COOLING CONTROL AUDIO SYSTEM TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE POWER WINDOW SWITCH Main Menu Table of...

Page 30: ...problem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S EX with ABS option instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text Instruments...

Page 31: ...he beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition The U S EX with ABS option instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text Instruments...

Page 32: ...ely pull to the side of the road and shut off the engine as soon as you can Turn to page 173 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Light This...

Page 33: ...s on at any other time there is a problem in the ABS If this happens stop the car in a safe place and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine Watch the ABS light If it does not g...

Page 34: ...Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 37 for information on the headlight controls Daytime Running Lights DRL Indicator On Canadian models this indicator comes on with r...

Page 35: ...he odometer shows the total distance 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 regulations in...

Page 36: ...erature 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 as very hot weather or a l...

Page 37: ...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 steering column allows you to tilt t...

Page 38: ...he 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 matter what position the headli...

Page 39: ...l 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 automatically as you complete the turn...

Page 40: ...he control lever down The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield U S Models To clean the windshield pull the wiper control lever toward...

Page 41: ...e 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 itself off after about 25 minutes It...

Page 42: ...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 position 4 Make sure...

Page 43: ...onditions 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 blocking the movement Using the Cruise...

Page 44: ...speed in either of two ways Press and hold the SET decel button The car will decelerate Release the button when you reach the desired speed Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot The CRU...

Page 45: ...trol the system retains the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h and press the RESUME accel button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on The car w...

Page 46: ...k trunk release handle and rear seat trunk access locked when you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility See Trunk page 48 You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys...

Page 47: ...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 pan...

Page 48: ...the door Power Door Locks Available on U S EX model This allows control of both door locks from the driver s door Push the master door lock switch down to lock both doors and up to unlock them Both do...

Page 49: ...ading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and getting exhaust gas in the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 25 To prote...

Page 50: ...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 latch in the ne...

Page 51: ...The seat back can be released from inside the 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 pull dow...

Page 52: ...s window push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position To close the window push up on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to...

Page 53: ...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 press and hol...

Page 54: ...e sure to 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 m...

Page 55: ...ight 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 mirror out of position by accidentally bumping it Th...

Page 56: ...see page 31 Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle Close it with a firm push Instruments and Controls N...

Page 57: ...and hold the HOUR button until the hour advances to the desired time 4 Press and hold the MIN button until the numbers advance to the desired time You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time...

Page 58: ...ay spill when you go over bumps or around corners Be careful when you are using the beverage holder Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior If the...

Page 59: ...e the ashtray for empty ing push down on the metal plate inside then pull the ashtray out completely The rear ashtray is at the rear end of the center console Open the ashtray by swinging the upper ed...

Page 60: ...ward position the light does not come on In the center position the interior light comes on when you open either front door In the ON rearward position the interior light stays on continuously Instrum...

Page 61: ...in this manual For other models Refer to the operating instructions that came with the optional audio system you selected Comfort and Convenience Features Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and...

Page 62: ...out air conditioning it can be installed at a later time Please contact your dealer for more information The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjust...

Page 63: ...UPPER VENT Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling OPEN CLOSE Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 64: ...air flow Air Conditioning A C Switch This switch turns the air conditioner ON and OFF The indicator in the switch lights when the A C is ON Fresh Air and Recirculation Buttons These two buttons contr...

Page 65: ...o warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air circulating Air conditioning does not depend on engine temperature It can produce cold air almost immediately C...

Page 66: ...the windows partially Select and When the interior reaches a comfortable temperature close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above The air conditioning places an extra load on th...

Page 67: ...e heater it makes the interior warm and dry 1 Switch the fan on 2 Turn on the air conditioning 3 Select and press any desired mode button 4 Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of heate...

Page 68: ...ings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and each front door window The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up You can cl...

Page 69: ...r a chromium dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accordingly Dolby noise reduction manufac tured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora tion Dolby and the symbol are tradema...

Page 70: ...or down a single increment push and release the TUNE SEEK bar The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal Depending on which way you push the TUNE SEEK bar the system search...

Page 71: ...e another frequency as described The frequencies you preset will be lost if your car s battery goes dead or is disconnected Adjusting the Sound Use the Balance and Fader controls to adjust the sound d...

Page 72: ...he bass level with the outer ring and the treble level with the knob When finished push the knobs back in so there is less chance of accidentally changing your settings Radio Frequencies Your Honda s...

Page 73: ...The indicates 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 automati cally reverse dir...

Page 74: ...eginning of a song or other passage Press the TMS button and then the FF button or REW button The tape will automatically advance to the beginning of the next song or return to the beginning of the so...

Page 75: ...ndicator by pressing the FM1 button while the system is in the tape operation mode Hold the button until you hear a beep and the CLEAN indicator goes out If you do not clean the cassette drive regular...

Page 76: ...ng the CD Changer Load the CDs in the magazine and load the magazine into the changer according to the instructions that came with the changer unit To operate the CD player or changer the ignition key...

Page 77: ...side and release it before you hear a beep the system will skip forward to the beginning of the next track on the CD It will skip backward to the beginning of the current track if you press the side...

Page 78: ...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 Convenience Features Audio System...

Page 79: ...tain the code number by having your Honda dealer contact American Honda To do this he will need the system s serial number If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead the audio system will disa...

Page 80: ...l help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 82 Gasoline 82 Oxygenated Fuels 82 Driving in Foreign Countries 83 Service S...

Page 81: ...ause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage Gasolines containing detergent additives designed to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits are re...

Page 82: ...ble 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 containing more than t...

Page 83: ...ing 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 fuel fill cap back on tighten it unt...

Page 84: ...Slide 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 t...

Page 85: ...l 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 towel 3 Insert i...

Page 86: ...add it 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 120 for information on adding the pro...

Page 87: ...tion cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and accelerate smoothly Maintain a constant speed while cruising depending on traffic condi...

Page 88: ...ty Your car has several computer controlled systems including the SRS system the anti lock brake system and the engine s fuel injection system Strong electronic interference can affect their operation...

Page 89: ...occupants driver and four passengers the maximum recommended weight for cargo is 100 Ib 45 kg Where you store this cargo and how well you secure it are just as important as how much it weighs Make su...

Page 90: ...g the Engine 93 5 Speed Manual Transmission 93 Automatic Transmission 93 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 94 5 Speed Manual Transmission 95 Recommended Shift Points 96 Maximum Speeds 96 Autom...

Page 91: ...are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 49 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see pages 53 and 54 7 Check the adjustment of the...

Page 92: ...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 flooding As befor...

Page 93: ...arting in Cold Weather at High Altitude Above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters adds to the prob...

Page 94: ...verse with the car moving Depress the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before putting it in reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind...

Page 95: ...s are recommended Maximum Speeds The speeds in these tables are the maximums for the given gears If you exceed these speeds the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs yo...

Page 96: ...ter locks Shift Lever Position Indicator This display is on the instrument panel It shows you the position of the shift lever Shift Lever Positions The shift lever has seven positions It must be in Pa...

Page 97: ...hift Lock Release on page 100 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 release button be...

Page 98: ...er This position locks the transmission in second gear It does not downshift stop Second gives you more power when climbing and increased engine braking when going down steep hills Use second gear whe...

Page 99: ...e 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 the Shift Lock Release...

Page 100: ...fting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently...

Page 101: ...t is best to have your car towed but if you must drive the car in this condition be extremely cautious Have your car repaired as soon as possible Anti Lock Brakes For U S EX with ABS option Your car h...

Page 102: ...car as soon as possible The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied with the car Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and...

Page 103: ...is especially true in snow A person can forget some snow driving techniques during the summer months Practice is needed to relearn those skills Exercise extra caution when driving in rain after a lon...

Page 104: ...mperature is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can change without warning Be careful when downshifting If traction...

Page 105: ...Checks 113 Fluid Locations 114 Engine Oil 115 Checking Engine Oil 115 Adding Oil 115 Recommended Oil 116 Additives 117 Oil and Filter Changes 117 Cooling System 120 Checking the Engine Coolant Level 1...

Page 106: ...nt 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 skilled in this type of a...

Page 107: ...lifornia this service is recommended only other areas it is required 2 Thereafter replace every 2 years or 30 000 miles 48 000 km whichever comes first 3 This service is recommended only 4 For cars wi...

Page 108: ...long periods at slow speeds such as a delivery vehicle The services are Clean the air cleaner element every 15 000 miles 24 000 km or 12 months and replace every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months un...

Page 109: ...Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car Maintenance Required Maintenance Record Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 110: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 108 Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 111: ...he reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 124 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 125 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level monthly See pages 127 thr...

Page 112: ...ATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Gray cap CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap 5 Speed Manual Transmission only ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLU...

Page 113: ...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 Oil T...

Page 114: ...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 may...

Page 115: ...ways change the oil and filter according to the time and distance miles kilometers recommen dations on the maintenance schedule The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if t...

Page 116: ...3 Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Honda dealer is required to remove the filter 4 Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that...

Page 117: ...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 dipstick If you change your own oil...

Page 118: ...contains many aluminum components that can corrode if an improper antifreeze is used Some antifreeze even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts may not provide adequate protection Adding Engine C...

Page 119: ...ks 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 Replacing Engine...

Page 120: ...ain 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 coolant stops draining tighten the...

Page 121: ...er neck 8 Loosen 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 th...

Page 122: ...ng 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 antifreeze o...

Page 123: ...s below the lower mark add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark Use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF only 6 I...

Page 124: ...oil slowly add oil until it starts to run out of the hole Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely Only use an API Service SF or SG grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 T...

Page 125: ...000 miles 48 000 km whichever comes first Brake System The fluid level 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 indicatio...

Page 126: ...t the system as soon as possible If you add brake fluid to bring it up to the MAX mark use the same DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container specified for the brake system Clutch System The...

Page 127: ...LEVEL Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of power steering fluid will damage the system Use only Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid V A low power steering fluid level can indicate a...

Page 128: ...t procedure for removal and reinstallation The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To replace it 1 Loosen the four bolts and remove...

Page 129: ...pen 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 in your car need to...

Page 130: ...ark plug turn two thirds after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 13 Ib ft 18 N m 1 8 kg m Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the eng...

Page 131: ...e level and corrosion on the terminals Maintenance The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or open flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill...

Page 132: ...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 terminals for...

Page 133: ...you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead the audio system will disable it...

Page 134: ...etting 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 the wi...

Page 135: ...ment 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 until...

Page 136: ...ristle brush to clean them Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least 10 minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engine at normal...

Page 137: ...ve more detailed information on how and when to check air pressure how to inspect your tires for damage and what to do when your tires need to be replaced Inflation Keeping the tires properly inflated...

Page 138: ...PSI higher than the cold reading This is normal Do not let air out to match the specified cold pressure The tire will be underinflated Recommended Tire Pressures for Normal Driving The following chart...

Page 139: ...a 1 2 inch 12 7 mm wide band running across the tread This shows there is less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread left on the tire A tire that is this worn gives very little traction on wet roads You shou...

Page 140: ...re evenly you should have the tires rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated Replacing Tires and Wheels The tires that came wit...

Page 141: ...wheel size designations See page 191 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading Winter Driving Tires that are marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an all weather tread design They should...

Page 142: ...ed 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 devices can also be...

Page 143: ...s possible Refer to the chart on page 187 to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your car has halogen headlight bulbs one on each side When replacing a bulb ha...

Page 144: ...aking sure the tabs are in their slots Pivot the hold down wire back in place and clip the end into the slot 6 Push the rubber weather seal over the bulb Make sure the tab is on the top 7 Push the ele...

Page 145: ...ulb works 8 To reinstall the light assembly in the fender line up the guide on the assembly with the metal tab next to the headlight and line up the fingers on the light assembly with the holes in the...

Page 146: ...d 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the electrical connector from its hold down clip by sliding it sideways toward the center of the car 3 Use a Phillips head screw driver to remove the two screws from the bu...

Page 147: ...ake sure the new bulb is working 1 Remove the two screws and remove the lens 2 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb in until it bottoms in the socket 3 Turn on the parking lights...

Page 148: ...2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 3 Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Maintenance TRUNK LIGHT Lights Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 149: ...isconnect the battery Cover the car with a breathable car cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Nonporous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint If...

Page 150: ...e paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 154 Washing 154 Waxing 155 Touch Up P a i n t 155 Interior Care 157 Carpeting...

Page 151: ...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 152: ...it 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 153: ...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 154: ...re 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 in a solution of...

Page 155: ...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 fasten it securely so it does not spil...

Page 156: ...d the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts Some companies make sheetmetal pieces that seem to duplicate the original Honda body parts but are act...

Page 157: ...o find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 162 Changing a Flat Tire 163 If Your Engine Won t Start 168 Nothing Happens 168 The Starter Operates Normally 169 Jump Starting 169 If...

Page 158: ...oad surfaces 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 c...

Page 159: ...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 of the trunk 5 Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out...

Page 160: ...the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clock wise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 9 Use the extension...

Page 161: ...ng surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth 12 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly...

Page 162: ...Tighten the wheel nuts to 110 N m 11 kg m 80 Ib ft 15 Remove the wheel cover or center cap Place the flat tire face down in the trunk well 16 Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt turn it over and...

Page 163: ...h the end bracket on the right side Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store the tool kit 19 Store the wheel cover or center cap in the trunk Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat...

Page 164: ...automatic transmis sion 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 don t light at all the batte...

Page 165: ...take Follow the directions closely You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it To jump start your car 1 Open the hood and check the physical condition of the batte...

Page 166: ...r 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 check the jumper...

Page 167: ...the parking brake Turn off the climate control and all other accessories Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine 3 If you d...

Page 168: ...ressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start the engine and set the heater control lever to maximum Add coolant to the radiato...

Page 169: ...the hood and check the oil level see page 115 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 mane...

Page 170: ...perated 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 eliminating as much of the electrical l...

Page 171: ...and watch the indicator 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 172: ...ately 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 between the sun visors 5...

Page 173: ...es The under hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the battery To open push the tab as shown The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side Remove the fuse...

Page 174: ...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 s...

Page 175: ...lighter 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 rat...

Page 176: ...Fuses 1 Optional for Canadian LX model 2 On Canadian cars Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 177: ...Fuses For cars equipped with ABS Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 178: ...and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be trans ported by a flat bed truck it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If due to dama...

Page 179: ...raint System 189 Tire Information 190 Tire Size Designation 190 Wheel Size Designation 190 Tire Speed Ratings 190 Tire Pressure Adjustment for High Speed Driving 191 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Cars...

Page 180: ...suring 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 181: ...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 Main Menu Table...

Page 182: ...nt in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 4 0 11 U S gal 0 09 Imp gal 2 DX 3 U S EX EX w ABS option Canada Si 4 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 1 DX 2 U...

Page 183: ...1 DX 2 U S EX Canada Si Technical Information Specifications Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 184: ...olenoid in the modulator solenoid unit There are three solenoids one for each front wheel and one for the rear wheels The energized solenoid reduces hydraulic pressure to one side of a modulator valve...

Page 185: ...tantaneously The gas produced by the burning propellant inflates the airbag instantly The airbags are vented so they stay inflated for only an instant and do not block the driver s vision Smoke from t...

Page 186: ...umerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry H Speed Rating Symbol See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information Wheel Size Designation Wheels are also mar...

Page 187: ...eet all U S Federal Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwear traction and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation DOT standards The following explains thes...

Page 188: ...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 189: ...his section summarizes how the emissions controls work Scheduled maintenance is on page 108 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid a...

Page 190: ...operating conditions Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Three Way Catalytic Converter The Three Way Catalyt...

Page 191: ...set on fire 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 yo...

Page 192: ...omer Relations Warranty Coverages 198 Customer Relations Information 199 Reporting Safety Defects 200 U S Zone Office Map 201 Canada Zone Office Map 202 Authorized Manuals 203 Warranty and Customer Re...

Page 193: ...th 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 read your warr...

Page 194: ...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 Canada Zone Office maps on the following pages When y...

Page 195: ...inds 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 American Honda...

Page 196: ...ver Ln Suite 200 Gaithersburg Maryland 20878 301 990 2020 Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway Alpharetta Georgia 30201 404 442 2045 North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive Suite A 9 Arlington Heights...

Page 197: ...l 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 Zone Honda Canada Inc...

Page 198: ...Steering Wheel 36 41 Air Cleaner Element 130 Air Conditioning Maintenance 138 Usage 66 Air Filter See Air Cleaner Element Air Outlets Vents 62 Air Pressure Tires 187 XIII Airbag SRS 12 Alcohol and Dr...

Page 199: ...hts 147 148 Front Parking Lights 146 Front Side Marker Lights 146 Headlights 145 High Mount Brake Light 149 License Plate Lights 149 Rear Side Marker Lights 147 Specifications 187 Turn Signal Lights 1...

Page 200: ...nterior 157 Seat Belts 157 Vinyl 157 Clock Setting the 56 Clutch Fluid 128 CO in the Exhaust 194 Cold Weather Starting in 94 Compact Spare 162 Consumer Information 199 Control Locations 28 Controls Ne...

Page 201: ...king and Unlocking 47 Power Door Locks 47 DOT Tire Quality Grading 191 Downshifting 5 Speed Manual Transmission 95 Driving Fuel Economy 88 In Bad Weather 104 In Foreign Countries 83 Economy Fuel 88 Em...

Page 202: ...luids 5 Speed Manual Transmission 126 XIII Capacity 186 Automatic Transmission 125 XIII Capacity 186 XIII Brake 127 Clutch 128 Power Steering 129 Windshield Washer 124 Capacity 186 FM Stereo Radio Rec...

Page 203: ...Halogen Bulbs 145 Turning on 37 Heating and Cooling 62 High Altitude Starting a t 94 High Low Beam Switch 33 Hood Opening the 85 Horn 45 Hot Coolant Warning About 120 Hydroplaning 105 S w i t c h 46...

Page 204: ...Door 84 Power Door 47 Trunk 48 Low Coolant Level 120 Lower Gear Downshifting to a 95 Lubricant Specifications Chart 186 Luggage Loading 90 Manually Closing Moonroof 176 Maximum Shift Speeds 96 Meters...

Page 205: ...rking Lights 37 Parking Over Things That Burn 195 PGM FI S y s t e m 194 Polishing and Waxing 155 Power Door Locks 47 Mirrors 54 Steering 129 Windows 51 Power Steering Belt See Engine Belts Pregnancy...

Page 206: ...e Manual 203 Service Station Procedures 84 Setting the Clock 56 Shift Lever Position Indicator 33 97 Shifting The 5 Speed Transmission 95 The Automatic Transmission 97 98 Side Marker Lights Bulb Repla...

Page 207: ...n 189 Tachometer 34 Taillights Changing Bulbs in 147 Taking Care of the Unexpected 161 Tape Player 73 Technical Descriptions Anti Lock Brake System 188 Emission Control Systems 193 Supplemental Restra...

Page 208: ...reface ii Warning Labels Location of 26 Warranty Coverages 197 198 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 124 Checking the Fluid Capacity 186 Operation 39 Washing 154 Waxing and Polishing 155 Whee...

Page 209: ...ndows Cleaning 158 Operating the Power 51 Rear Defogger 40 Windshield Cleaning 39 Defroster 68 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 136 Operation 39 Worn Tires 141 Wrecker Emergency Towing 182 U S and Ca...

Page 210: ...0 kg cm 2 200 kPa Spare Tire Pressure 60 psi 4 15 kg cm2 415 kPa Tire Size Front and Rear DX P175 70R13 82S U S EX Canada Si P185 60R14 82H Spare Tire DX T105 80D13 U S EX Canada Si T105 70D14 U S EX...

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