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Driving

This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual and automatic transmis-
sions. It also includes important
information on your car's braking
system.

Preparing to Drive .........................

 96

Starting the Engine .......................

 97

5-speed Manual

Transmission..........................

 97

Automatic

Transmission.........................

. 97

Starting in Cold Weather

at High Altitude .....................

 98

5-speed Manual Transmission.....

 99

Recommended Shift Points....

 100

Maximum Speeds.....................

 100

Automatic Transmission............

 101

Shift Lever Positions...............

 101

Maximum Speeds.....................

 104

Shift Lock Release...................

 104

The Braking System....................

 105

Brake Wear Indicators............

 105

Brake System Design..............

 105

Anti-lock Brakes......................

 106

Driving in Bad Weather..............

 107

Towing a Trailer..........................

 109

Driving

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Summary of Contents for 1994 Civic

Page 1: ...cle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 95 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 111 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when...

Page 2: ...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 Honda We suggest you read the warranty book...

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: ...em 11 Important Safety 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...

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

Page 6: ...ger 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 child see page 10...

Page 7: ...several seconds see page 32 The following pages cover more about the seat belt components and how they work Lap Shoulder Belt This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder ac...

Page 8: ...your seat is upright see page 51 1 Pull the latch plate across your body and insert it into the buckle Tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked 2 Check that the belt is not twisted 3...

Page 9: ...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 the seat belt p...

Page 10: ...tch plate at a right angle and pull to extend the belt Insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 Position the belt as low as possi ble across your hips and pelvic bones not across your stomach Pull the...

Page 11: ...for you to drive and how you should position a lap shoulder seat belt Seat Belt Maintenance For safety you should check the condition of your seat belts regu larly Pull out each belt fully and look f...

Page 12: ...fered by your seat belt The main components in your SRS are One airbag in the steering wheel for the driver and another in the dashboard for the passenger A diagnostic system that when the ignition is...

Page 13: ...n 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 you during any...

Page 14: ...e 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 comfort able whil...

Page 15: ...orce 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 and sit well...

Page 16: ...omes 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 the system serviced by...

Page 17: ...r 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 system Scrapp...

Page 18: ...ust the seat back see page 51 Door Locks It is not safe to leave your car doors unlocked A passenger especially a child could open a door and accidentally fall out Also there is a greater chance of be...

Page 19: ...ess This harness can be secured to the rear seat with a seat belt Travel harnesses are available at pet stores A small dog cat or other small animal will be safest in a pet carrier with rigid sides Ch...

Page 20: ...recommend that any child who is too large to use an infant or toddler seat ride in one of the out side positions of the rear seat The child should then wear the lap shoulder belt properly for protec t...

Page 21: ...oulder 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 use a lap...

Page 22: ...ous injury 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...

Page 23: ...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 to use t...

Page 24: ...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 it is held fi...

Page 25: ...ance CA 90501 2746 Canadian Cars 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 the bolt The supplie...

Page 26: ...re going to be drinking make plans to ride with a friend who will not be drinking What if you find that you ve been drinking and cannot get a ride from a friend Find alternative transpor tation Call a...

Page 27: ...e only long enough to move the car out of the garage With the hatch open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the hatch open o...

Page 28: ...it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA can not become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American H...

Page 29: ...of potential hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully and don t remove them If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement Driver a...

Page 30: ...Brightness 41 Turn Signals 41 Windshield Wipers 42 Windshield Washers 42 Rear Window Wiper and Washer 43 Hazard Warning 43 Rear Window Defogger 43 Steering Wheel Adjustment 44 Steering Wheel Controls...

Page 31: ...ons Instruments and Controls FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 88 MIRROR CONTROLS P 56 DIGITAL CLOCK P 58 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 66 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 89 HATCH TAILGATE RELEASE HANDLE P 50 Main Menu Tabl...

Page 32: ...b lem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadi an model are noted in the text The VX model has the Upshift Ind...

Page 33: ...t stays on until you do Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadi an model are not...

Page 34: ...engine is running there is a possi bility of serious engine damage Safely pull to the side of the road and shut off the engine as soon as you can Turn to page 176 for in structions and precautions on...

Page 35: ...this happens take the car to your dealer to have it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock Upshift Indicator Only on U S VX and CX except in California an...

Page 36: ...p Check Engine Light This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates one of the engine s emission control systems may have a...

Page 37: ...outside of the car should flash High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 40 for information on the headlight controls On Canadian models this indicator comes on w...

Page 38: ...in the red zone Odometer The odometer shows the total dis tance your car has been driven It measures miles in U S models and kilometers in Canadian models It is illegal under federal law in the U S an...

Page 39: ...e Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge In severe driving conditions such...

Page 40: ...on the dashboard to the right of the steering column The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof mirrors cruise control and instrument panel brightness The lever on the underside of the...

Page 41: ...will light see page 36 To flash the high beams pull back and hold the turn signal lever Release the lever and the high beams will go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever...

Page 42: ...r Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It shuts off auto...

Page 43: ...peed and high speed the wipers run continuously To operate the wipers in mist mode push the control lever down The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to cl...

Page 44: ...lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instru ment panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heav...

Page 45: ...d can operate them safely 2 The lever to tilt the steering wheel is under the steering column to the left Push this lever all the way down 3 Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position...

Page 46: ...itions 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 Con...

Page 47: ...each 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 eit...

Page 48: ...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 retains the previous...

Page 49: ...keys They fit all the locks on your car Ignition Doors Hatch tailgate You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys You will need this key number if you ever have to replace a los...

Page 50: ...you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON see page 31 START III Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to ON when you let go of the key You will hear a reminder beeper i...

Page 51: ...se the ignition key to open the hatch lock on the tailgate To open the tailgate swing the hatch up out of the way Push the release lever to the left then swing the tailgate down You must close the tai...

Page 52: ...To adjust the seat forward and backward pull up on the lever under the seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever Try to move the seat to make sure it is lo...

Page 53: ...out of the way push forward on the release lever at the base of the seat back Instruments and Controls Reclining the seat back can decrease the protection you get from your seat belt in a crash You c...

Page 54: ...seat back down To lock the seat back upright move the seat belt out of the way then push the seat back firmly against its latch Tug on the seat back to make sure it is latched Make sure all items in t...

Page 55: ...t vent to operate the moonroof The ignition must be ON II To lift the rear of the moonroof for ventilation push the button To slide the moonroof back push the switch Hold it until the moonroof reaches...

Page 56: ...ili ty Be 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...

Page 57: ...witch to move the mirror right or left up or down 4 When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns off the adjustment switch so you can t move a mirror out of position...

Page 58: ...ully released see page 33 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 a...

Page 59: ...tton until the hour advances to the desired hour 4 To set the minutes press and hold the MIN button until the numbers advance to the desired minute or minutes You can use the RESET button to quickly s...

Page 60: ...der while driving the liquid may 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 com...

Page 61: ...to overheat Ashtrays Open the front ashtray by pulling on the bottom edge Push it in to close it To remove the ashtray for empty ing push down on the metal plate inside then pull the ashtray out compl...

Page 62: ...Box To open the coin box pull the upper edge Close it with a firm push Interior Light Si The interior light has a three position switch In the OFF position the light does not come on In the center pos...

Page 63: ...odel The cargo area light has a two position switch In the OFF down position the light does not come on In the ON up position the light comes on when you open the hatch Instruments and Controls Except...

Page 64: ...ion 67 Ventilation 67 To Cool with A C 68 To Heat 68 To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning 69 To Defog and Defrost 70 To Turn Everything off 70 Audio System 71 AM FM Cassette Stereo Audio Syste...

Page 65: ...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 the center and each side of the dash...

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

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

Page 68: ...coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be sever al minutes before you feel warm air circulating The air conditioning system does not depend on engine temperature It can produce cold ai...

Page 69: ...s a com fortable temperature close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER Air conditioning places an extra load on...

Page 70: ...n 2 Turn on the air conditioning 3 Select and any desired mode button 4 Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable This setting is suitable for all...

Page 71: ...windows These settings 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 w...

Page 72: ...tion to give excellent sound reproduction The system also senses when a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accord ingly The cassette player features auto reverse for conti...

Page 73: ...last tuned to Adjust the volume by turning the ON VOL knob Select the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM or FM1 FM2 button You will see the selected band and the frequency in the display S...

Page 74: ...o the next number Press the TUNE SEEK bar and hold it to change to a frequency that is far away The frequency display will begin to count rapidly It will stop counting when you release the bar The SEE...

Page 75: ...a desired station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that station Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM On...

Page 76: ...off You can use the Balance control to turn off the radio panel illumina tion even with the radio on Push the control knob so it pops out then pull it out slightly further Check this control if the co...

Page 77: ...e AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kilohertz apart 530 540 550 Those on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 megahertz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 Stations must use these exact frequ...

Page 78: ...side of the tape press the PROG button The system also has an Auto reverse feature It will automati cally reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette If the tape was recorded with Dolby...

Page 79: ...e end of the cassette while in fast forward or rewind it automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play The TMS function lets you skip to the beginning of a song or other pass...

Page 80: ...y on tapes that have almost no gap between songs a high noise level between songs or silent periods in the middle of songs Caring For Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause othe...

Page 81: ...nds the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played After disc 6 has completed the system will return to disc 1 To make your own disc selection push one of the six preset buttons Your selection wil...

Page 82: ...OFF VOL knob or by turning off the ignition the system will begin at the same disc and track when you turn it back on If you try to select an empty slot in the magazine the system will select and play...

Page 83: ...tions 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 Convenience Features...

Page 84: ...ormally If it ejects a cassette 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 th...

Page 85: ...ith your car Keep one of these copies at home and the other in your wallet or a concealed place in the car If your car s battery is discon nected or goes dead the audio system will disable itself The...

Page 86: ...es This section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 86 Gasoline 86 Oxygenated Fuels 86 Driving in Foreign Cou...

Page 87: ...nt heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend gasolines con taining detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits Using gasoline...

Page 88: ...ble operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or perfor mance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel con taining more than...

Page 89: ...g 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 Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten it unti...

Page 90: ...your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle to the left until it releases the hood Lift the hood 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole...

Page 91: ...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 92: ...t 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 124 for inform...

Page 93: ...drive in the highest gear practical for your speed and road conditions Gain the best fuel economy by using the upshift indicator if equipped to direct your shifting during acceleration see page 35 De...

Page 94: ...ling and stability Your car has several computer controlled systems including the SRS system and the engine s fuel injection Strong electronic inter ference can affect their operation Electronic commu...

Page 95: ...ch it weighs Make sure you load cargo so it will not shift while driving Store items in the cargo area behind the rear seat placing them as far forward as possible Do not place items on the cargo area...

Page 96: ...Engine 97 5 speed Manual Transmission 97 Automatic Transmission 97 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 98 5 speed Manual Transmission 99 Recommended Shift Points 100 Maximum Speeds 100 Automatic...

Page 97: ...u inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 51 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 55 7 Check the adjustment of the...

Page 98: ...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 99: ...arting in Cold Weather at High Altitude Above 2 400 meters 8 000 feet An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 2 400 meters 8 000 feet adds to the prob...

Page 100: ...e 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 You...

Page 101: ...ave an Upshift Indicator see page 35 Use this indicator to help deter mine the shift points for best fuel economy US DX Si Canada CX DX Si Maximum Speeds The speeds in this table are the maximums for...

Page 102: ...DX Si 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 con verter...

Page 103: ...are turning off or starting the engine To shift out of Park you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal Press the release button on the side of the shift lever to m...

Page 104: ...ng For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4 you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by push ing the accelerator pedal to the floor The transmission will shift down one or two gears dep...

Page 105: ...rk 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 the Shift Lock...

Page 106: ...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 Indicator...

Page 107: ...nt ABS helps you maintain steering control It does this by helping you to prevent the wheels from locking up and skidding The ABS is always On It requires no special effort or driving technique You wi...

Page 108: ...m to work inconsistently A car with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces than an equivalent car without Anti lock The ABS cannot make up for road conditions or bad jud...

Page 109: ...eather To be seen more clearly during day light hours turn on your headlights Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently Keep the wind shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid Repla...

Page 110: ...ing passed by other vehicles The spray from large vehicles reduces your visibility and the wind buffeting can cause you to lose control Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer Attem...

Page 111: ...15 Periodic Checks 117 Fluid Locations 118 Engine Oil 119 Checking Engine Oil 119 Adding 119 Recommended Oil 120 Additives 121 Oil and Filter Changes 121 Cooling System 124 Checking the Coolant Level...

Page 112: ...t efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Mainte nance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of a...

Page 113: ...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 For Si model only 5 Except Si mode...

Page 114: ...dling or driving long periods at slow speeds such as a delivery vehicle Service for Severe Driving Conditions Replace the air cleaner element every 24 000 km 15 000 miles or 12 months under condition...

Page 115: ...Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 116: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 114 Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 117: ...check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 128 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 129 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level monthly See page 1...

Page 118: ...ANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP 5 M T only CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap BRAKE FL...

Page 119: ...it out again and look at the oil level at the end of the dipstick If it is between the upper and lower marks the level is correct Add oil if the level is at or below the lower mark Adding To add oil u...

Page 120: ...l 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 al...

Page 121: ...ance or longevity It only increases the cost of operating your car Oil and Filter Changes Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance recommendations in the mainte nance schedu...

Page 122: ...oil into an appropriate container Maintenance Repeated prolonged exposure to used motor oil may cause skin cancer Wash your hands thoroughly with strong soap as soon as possible after handling used oi...

Page 123: ...off the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for several minutes then check the oi...

Page 124: ...oling system contains many aluminum compo nents which can corrode if an improper antifreeze is used Some antifreeze even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts may not provide adequate protection A...

Page 125: ...N marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components Replacing E...

Page 126: ...d Remove the drain bolt from the engine block 4 Remove the reserve tank from its holder by pulling it straight up Drain the coolant then put the tank back in its holder 5 When the coolant stops draini...

Page 127: ...lt on top of the engine Tighten it again when coolant comes out in a steady stream with no bubbles 9 Refill the radiator to the base of the filler neck Put the cap on the radiator only tighten it to t...

Page 128: ...he reservoir s fluid level by removing 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 we...

Page 129: ...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 II Auto matic...

Page 130: ...y 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...

Page 131: ...miles whichever comes first Brake System The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark it is an indication that your brake sys...

Page 132: ...ystem as soon as possible If you add brake fluid to bring it up to the MAX mark use the same DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed container specified for the brake system Clutch System The fluid sho...

Page 133: ...he fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL If it is below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of power steer...

Page 134: ...and reinstallation The air cleaner element is inside the box on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To replace it 1 Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove t...

Page 135: ...acement sooner if you happen to buy one or more tankfuls of contaminated gasoline Have the filter tested or replaced if you suspect it has been clogged by contaminants Spark Plugs The original spark p...

Page 136: ...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 the engine Overtightening c...

Page 137: ...l and corrosion on the terminals See Emergency Procedures on the next page Maintenance The battery gives off explo sive hydrogen gas during nor mal operation A spark or open flame can cause the batter...

Page 138: ...r 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 terminals f...

Page 139: ...with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damag...

Page 140: ...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 Front Windshield Wipers only Disconnect the blade assembly f...

Page 141: ...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 the tabs l...

Page 142: ...e 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 speed with the engine at normal ope...

Page 143: ...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 inflated The following pages give more detailed in...

Page 144: ...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 145: ...uts 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 indica tors molded into the tread When the tread wears down...

Page 146: ...fe 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 Tires and Wheel...

Page 147: ...maximum permissible tire pressure as shown on the tire s sidewall should be 300 kPa 3 0 kg cm2 44 psi See Tire Information on page 194 for additional information about tire and wheel size designations...

Page 148: ...d by local laws Make sure the chains are the cor rect 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 de vices can also b...

Page 149: ...type of replacement bulb is needed Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your car has halogen headlight bulbs one on each side When replacing a bulb handle it by its steel base and protect the glass from contact...

Page 150: ...bulb Make sure the tab is on the top 7 Push the electrical connector onto the tabs of the new bulb Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb 8 Passenger s side Reinstall the air intake tube Replaci...

Page 151: ...light assembly with the holes in the fender Push the light assembly straight back 9 Install the mounting screw and tighten it securely Replacing Rear Bulbs in Fenders 1 Open the hatch and tailgate 2...

Page 152: ...cover from the tailgate interior panel by pulling on its edge 3 Determine which bulb taillight or back up light is burned out Remove the socket for that bulb by turning it counterclockwise 4 Remove th...

Page 153: ...e light 3 Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the brake light assembly Be careful not to drop the screws into the cavity on either side of the brake light assembly 4 Remov...

Page 154: ...o remove the two screws holding the license plate light assembly to the bracket Pull the assembly away from the bracket 2 Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn count...

Page 155: ...th a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens Except Si 2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 3 Push the new bulb...

Page 156: ...red for a longer period it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground Leave one window open slightly if the car is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Cover the car with...

Page 157: ...rance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corro sion Exterior Care 158 Washing 158 Waxing 159 Paint Touch up 159 Aluminum Wheels 160 In...

Page 158: ...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 159: ...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 the f...

Page 160: ...er this dries apply the touch up paint Build up the paint in the damaged area to the level of the surrounding paint Several thin coats of paint are better than one thick coat Aluminum Wheels Clean you...

Page 161: ...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 mild...

Page 162: ...t is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemicals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor If you use a liquid air freshener make sure you fas...

Page 163: ...pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts Some companies make sheetmetal pieces that seem...

Page 164: ...le to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 166 Changing a Flat Tire 167 If Your Engine Won t Start 171 Nothing Happens 171 The Starter Op...

Page 165: ...me 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 especially to fit y...

Page 166: ...nual Set the parking brake 3 Open the hatch and tailgate Raise the cargo area floor by lifting up on the back edge 4 Take the tool kit from the spare tire well Remove the jack in the jack cover from t...

Page 167: ...ket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting on the jack notch 8 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the car until the...

Page 168: ...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 against the hub Do not try to tighten them full...

Page 169: ...cap Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well 15 Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt turn it over and put it back on the bolt 16 Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back i...

Page 170: ...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 headlights are very di...

Page 171: ...ure there are several precau tions you should 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...

Page 172: ...e to any other part of the engine 5 If the booster battery is in another car have an assistant start that car and run it at a fast idle 6 Start your car If the starter motor still operates slowly chec...

Page 173: ...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 the hazard war...

Page 174: ...ithout pushing down to the first stop This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start the engine and...

Page 175: ...hood and check the oil level see page 119 Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuve...

Page 176: ...not to use other electrically operated controls such as the moonroof Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly By eliminating a...

Page 177: ...ator 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 at high speed...

Page 178: ...ws immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the tool kit out of the trunk 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the headline...

Page 179: ...next to the battery To open push the tab as shown Cars equipped with ABS have a third fuse box for the ABS It is in the front of the engine compart ment on the passenger s side The interior fuse box i...

Page 180: ...mponent s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the head lights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box 3 Check each of the large fuses in the underho...

Page 181: ...lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatl...

Page 182: ...Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX 1 Optional for Canadian CX model 2 On Canadian cars Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 183: ...Fuses UNDERHOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 184: ...method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be trans ported by flat bed it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If due to damage your car must be towed with the front wheels on...

Page 185: ...Tire Information 194 Tire Size Designation 194 Wheel Size Designation 194 Tire Speed Ratings 194 Tire Pressure Adjustment For High Speed Driving 195 DOT Tire Quality Grading 195 Treadwear 196 Tractio...

Page 186: ...ur ing your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certificati...

Page 187: ...ion Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information Main Menu Table...

Page 188: ...the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 4 0 11 US gal 0 09 Imp gal 2 US VX CX Canada VX 3 US DX Si Canada CX DX Si 4 VX 5 Except VX 6 Excluding the oil...

Page 189: ...Specifications 1 US VX CX Canada VX 2 US DX Canada CX DX 3 Si 4 For cars with ABS Technical Information Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 190: ...el locking up it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator solenoid unit There are three solenoids one for each front wheel and one for the rear wheels The energized solenoid reduces hydraul...

Page 191: ...the burning propellant inflates the airbag instantly The airbags are vented so they stays inflated for only an instant and do not block the driver s vision Smoke from the burned propellant comes out...

Page 192: ...cal 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 marked w...

Page 193: ...build up and cause sudden tire failure CX Si Be sure to readjust the pressure for normal driving speeds You should wait untill the tires are cold before adjusting the tire pressure see page 144 DOT T...

Page 194: ...test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade as signed to this tire is based on brak ing straight ahead traction tests and does...

Page 195: ...re grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat bui...

Page 196: ...tion summarizes how the emission con trols work Scheduled maintenance is on page 113 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the t...

Page 197: ...C CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System Only on VX model The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding ex...

Page 198: ...materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flamma bles US DX Si Canada CX DX Si US VX CX Canada VX A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air...

Page 199: ...ranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages 202 Customer Relations Information 203 U S Zone Office Map 204 Canada Zone Office Map 205 Authorized Manuals 207 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Me...

Page 200: ...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 201: ...ou are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office Refer to the U S and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages When y...

Page 202: ...lcohol and Drugs 25 Alcohol in Gasoline 86 Antifreeze 124 Anti lock Brakes ABS Description 192 Indicator Light 34 106 Operation 106 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 49 Appearance Care 157 Ashtray 60 Au...

Page 203: ...g Engine Coolant 125 Charging System Indicator 33 177 Check Engine Light 35 178 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 129 Battery Condition 137 Brake Fluid 132 Clutch Fluid 133 Engine Belts 143 Engine...

Page 204: ...Flat Tire 167 Charging System Indicator 177 Check Engine Light 178 Checking the Fuses 181 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 176 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 178 Manually Closing Moonroof 179 Overheated Engine...

Page 205: ...Checking the 180 Gas Mileage Improving 92 Gasohol 86 Gasoline 86 Filter 135 Gauge 38 Octane Requirement 86 Tank Filling the 88 Gas Station Procedures 88 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 38 Fuel 38 G...

Page 206: ...g of Exhaust into Car 26 Lighter Cigarette 60 Lights Bulb Replacement 149 Indicator 31 Parking 40 Turn Signal 41 Loading Cargo 94 LOCK Ignition Key Position 49 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 49 Fuel...

Page 207: ...r Seat Access 52 Panel Brightness Control 41 Park Gear Position 102 Parking Brake 57 Parking Lights 40 Parking Over Things that Burn 200 PGM FI System 199 Polishing and Waxing 159 Power Mirrors 56 Ste...

Page 208: ...er Position Indicator 36 101 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement in 150 Signaling Turns 41 Snow Tires 148 Solvent type Cleaners 159 Sound System 71 Spare Tire Inflating 166 Specifications 191 Spark Pl...

Page 209: ...ity Grading 195 Unleaded Gasoline 86 Upholstery Cleaning 161 Used Oil How to Dispose of 123 Towing A Trailer 109 Emergency Wrecher 185 Transmission Checking Fluid Level Automatic 129 Checking Fluid Le...

Page 210: ...gnment and Balance 145 Compact Spare 166 Wrench 167 Windows Cleaning 162 Rear Defogger 43 Windshield Cleaning 42 Defroster 70 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 140 Operation 42 Worn Tires 145 Wrecker...

Page 211: ...cm2 32 psi US DX Canada CX DX Front Rear 220 kPa 2 2 kg cm2 32 psi Si Front Rear 200 kPa 2 0 kg cm2 29 psi Spare Tire Pressure 415 kPa 4 15 kg cm2 60 psi Tire Size Front and Rear US VX CX Canada VX P...

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