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Summary of Contents for 1995 Accord Wagon

Page 1: ...and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 87 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 103 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you...

Page 2: ...in your car so you can refer to it at any time Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it The next owner will find it just as helpful Several other booklets in the glove box explain...

Page 3: ...G 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 instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t follow i...

Page 4: ...SRS Components 11 What Happens in a Crash 11 Important Facts About Airbags 12 How the Driver s Airbag Works 12 How the Passenger s Airbag Works 14 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 14 System Service...

Page 5: ...e 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 help keep your doors from b...

Page 6: ...in child safety seats see page 17 A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child see page 9 Two people should never use the same seat belt If they do they could be...

Page 7: ...they work Lap Shoulder Belt This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder across your chest and across your hips Each lap shoulder belt has an emergency locking retractor In n...

Page 8: ...s upright see page 16 The front seat passenger should move the seat as far back as possible 1 Pull the latch plate across your body and insert it into the buckle Tug on the belt to make sure the latch...

Page 9: ...Front seats Adjust the belt anchor by squeezing the two buttons and sliding the anchor downward it has four positions Rear seats Move toward the center of the seat until the belts fits over your colla...

Page 10: ...osition the belt so it fits as low as possible across your hips and pelvic bones not across your stomach Pull the loose end of the belt to adjust for a snug but comfortable fit To unlatch the belt pus...

Page 11: ...condition or not working properly should be replaced If a seat belt is worn during a crash have your dealer replace the belt and check the anchors for damage For information on how to clean your seat...

Page 12: ...will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the airbags During a crash your seat belts will help to restrain your lower body and torso The airbags will provide a c...

Page 13: ...orn properly and the airbags inflate No safety system can provide complete protection in a severe crash Just from viewing the vehicle damage after a crash it is very difficult to accurately determine...

Page 14: ...completely inflates it immediately starts deflating so it won t interfere with your visibility ability to steer or ability to operate other controls The total time for inflating and deflating is a fr...

Page 15: ...serious injury to the infant If a toddler seat is used in the front passenger s seat the vehicle seat should be moved as far back as possible If the passenger bag inflates it could seriously hurt a t...

Page 16: ...ience System Service 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...

Page 17: ...o adjust the seat back see page 48 Head Restraint Position Head restraints can help protect you from whiplash and other injuries For the best protection adjust the top of the restraint so it is even w...

Page 18: ...h a special traveling harness This harness can be secured to the rear seat with a seat belt Travel harnesses are available at pet stores A small dog eat or other small animal will be safest in a pet c...

Page 19: ...uld seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained We also recommend that any child who is too large to use an infant or toddler seat ride in one of the outside posi...

Page 20: ...l approved child seats are designed to be secured in the car seat by the lap belt or the lap belt portion of a lap shoulder belt A child whose seat is not properly secured to the car can be endangered...

Page 21: ...for children who weigh between 20 and 40 Ib 9 and 18kg The preferred place to put a toddler seat is in the center position of the rear seat Use the car s lap belt to secure the seat to the car If you...

Page 22: ...king Clip Always use a seat belt locking clip when you secure a child seat to your car with a lap shoulder belt This helps prevent the seat from shifting position or overturning A locking clip is usua...

Page 23: ...onda has three attach ment points for tether style child seats Two are on the floor behind each rear seat A third attachment point is at the head liner at the tailgate opening To access remove the plu...

Page 24: ...bottom of the bolt The supplied anchor plate is designed only for mounting a child restraint Do not use it for any other purpose Storing a Child Seat When you are not using an infant seat or other ch...

Page 25: ...pen run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage With the tailgate open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive w...

Page 26: ...ons shown They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully and don t remove them If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer fo...

Page 27: ...iper Washer 38 Windshield Washers 38 Hazard Warning 39 Rear Window Defogger 39 Steering Wheel Adjustment 40 Steering Wheel Controls 40 Cruise Control 40 Keys and Locks 43 Keys 43 Ignition Switch 44 Po...

Page 28: ...Control Locations Instruments and Controls MIRROR CONTROLS POWER WINDOW SWITCH FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE DOOR LOCK AUDIO SYSTEM HORN DIGITAL CLOCK HEATING COOLING CONTROL HOOD RELEASE HANDLE...

Page 29: ...that system develops a problem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S EX instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text Instr...

Page 30: ...or complete information see page 162 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Light This light has two functions 1 It lights as a reminder that you have set the parking brake Driving with the parking...

Page 31: ...ith the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock U S Malfunction Indicator Lamp Canada Check Engine Light This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition sw...

Page 32: ...ld flash High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 36 for information on the headlight controls Daytime Running Lights DRL Indicator Canadian models only This indi...

Page 33: ...ter The 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 regulatio...

Page 34: ...riving conditions such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving the pointer may rise to the upper white mark If it reaches the red hot mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to pa...

Page 35: ...gger switch is on the dashboard to the right of the steering column The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof cruise control and instrument panel brightness The tilt adjustment lever o...

Page 36: ...ignal lever toward you until you hear a click and then let go The high beam indicator will light see page 32 To flash the high beams pull back and hold the turn signal lever Release the lever and the...

Page 37: ...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 38: ...To activate the rear windshield wiper turn the switch ON If you wish to use the wiper and washer turn and hold the switch one position up from ON To use the washer only turn and hold the switch one po...

Page 39: ...w defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defo...

Page 40: ...the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position 4 Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Cruise...

Page 41: ...indicator in the switch will light 2 Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h 3 Press and hold the SET decel button on the steering wheel until the CRUISE CONTROL light on the in...

Page 42: ...e the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing After completing the pass take your foot off the accelerator pedal The car will return to the set cruising speed Resting your foot on the brake or clutc...

Page 43: ...Control Keys Your car comes with two kinds of keys a master key and a valet key The master key fits all locks on your car Ignition Doors Tailgate Glove box The valet key works only in the ignition an...

Page 44: ...ACCESSORY I In this position you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter ON II This is the normal key position when driving All features and accessories on the car are usable Several of the...

Page 45: ...door Push the master door lock switch down to lock all doors including the tailgate and pull up to unlock them The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key In addition all...

Page 46: ...two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modificatio...

Page 47: ...lights are on Tailgate Use your key to lock and unlock the tailgate For U S EX models your remote transmitter will also lock and unlock the tailgate To open the tailgate pull the handle and then lift...

Page 48: ...t is locked in position To change the angle of the seat back pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Move the seat back to the desired position and release the lever Let the seat back l...

Page 49: ...Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar support through its full range Head Restraints The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger from whiplash and other injuries They are most...

Page 50: ...armrest is located at the center of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it Power Windows Your car s windows are electrically powered Turn the ignition switch to ON II to raise or lower a window Each do...

Page 51: ...e window from going all the way down push the window switch up briefly To open the driver s window only partially push the window switch down lightly and hold it The window will stop as soon as you re...

Page 52: ...press and hold the switch The moonroof has a key off delay You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition The key off delay cancels as soon as you open...

Page 53: ...usting the Power Mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver s door armrest 1 Turn the ignition switch ON II 2 Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenge...

Page 54: ...erly Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles Digital Clock The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON II To see the time with the ignit...

Page 55: ...uld RESET backward to 1 00 1 52 would RESET forward to 2 00 Beverage Holder To open the beverage holder push on the top The beverage holder lid is spring loaded and will pop open To close it push it d...

Page 56: ...opener Coin Box To open the coin box pull the upper edge Close it with a firm push Cigarette Lighter The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II for the cigarette lighter to work To heat up t...

Page 57: ...r emptying open it and then lift up and out Use the ashtray only for cigarettes cigars andothersmoking materials Topreventapossible fire and damage to your car don t put paper or other things that can...

Page 58: ...ht switch in the center position comes on when you open either front door Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It remains on fo...

Page 59: ...Cooling 60 What Each Control Does 62 How to Use the System 62 Controlling Air Flow Direction 63 Ventilation 63 To Cool With A C 63 To Heat 64 To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning 64 To Defog a...

Page 60: ...Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features...

Page 61: ...The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable Move the tab in the center of each vent up and down and side to side Each side vent can be opened a...

Page 62: ...The indicator in the switch lights when the A C is ON Recirculation Fresh Air Button This button controls the source of air going into the system In recirculation mode the interior air recycles throu...

Page 63: ...the windshield and side windows You select the air flow level or combination of levels with the five mode buttons Ventilation Your car has a flow through ventilation system Air enters the car through...

Page 64: ...an to the desired speed 4 Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control lever To Heat and Dehumidify With Air Conditioning Air conditioning removes moisture from the air as it operates Whe...

Page 65: ...t to avoid fogging the 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...

Page 66: ...s Licensing Corporation On U S EX model The anti theft feature disables the system if it is disconnected from the car s battery To get the system working again you must enter a code number See page 75...

Page 67: ...n with a strong signal and then stops Presetting Radio Stations The Preset buttons allow you to store radio frequencies for later selection Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two...

Page 68: ...ts even if the radio is off You can use the Balance control to turn off the radio panel illumination even with the radio on Push the control knob so it pops out and then pull it out slightly farther C...

Page 69: ...00 9 even though the announcer may call the station FM101 Operating the Cassette Player Turn the system ON Insert the cassette into the slot with the tape opening to the right Push the cassette in mos...

Page 70: ...fast forward or rewind it automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play Press the REPEAT button to replay the current passage You will see RPT in the display When the system...

Page 71: ...it may eventually become impossible to remove the deposits with a normal cleaning kit The cassette player automatically ejects cassettes that do not play normally If it ejects a cassette before it be...

Page 72: ...he player Push the CD button on the player CD will show in the display and the disc will start to play CD Changer Push the CD button on the radio the display will show CD and the track last listened t...

Page 73: ...The system continues to select and play tracks randomly on each of the six discs until you press the A SELECT REPEAT button again To turn on the random play mode while the system is in the REPEAT mode...

Page 74: ...D Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Conven...

Page 75: ...t obtain 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...

Page 76: ...s The information in this section will help you Break in Period 78 Gasoline 78 Oxygenated Fuels 78 Driving in Foreign Countries 79 Service Station Procedures 80 Filling the Fuel Tank 80 Opening the Ho...

Page 77: ...ne gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend using gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel syste...

Page 78: ...e any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containi...

Page 79: ...g sound as pressure inside the tank escapes 4 Stop filling 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 c...

Page 80: ...ge of the hood to the right of center Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle to the left until it re leases the hood Lift the hood 3 Pull the support rod out...

Page 81: ...oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange handle 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it all the way back in its tube 4 Remove the dipstick again and check the level It should be betw...

Page 82: ...12 For example an underinflated tire causes more rolling resistance which uses fuel It also wears out faster so check the tire pressure at least monthly In winter the buildup of snow on your car s und...

Page 83: ...e total occupant weight you will be transporting To do this multiply the number of people driver and all passengers by 150 Ib 70 kg Subtract this number from the Vehicle Capacity Weight 950 lb 430 kg...

Page 84: ...ts in the cargo area Two compartments are on either side of the tire compartment The third is in the right side panel Cargo Area Tonneau Cover When extended the tonneau cover conceals your parcels and...

Page 85: ...ully lift it out of the holder and rest it on the trim Release the other side then remove the unit Store the unit in an area where it will not be damaged If you lift the housing unit more than 6 inche...

Page 86: ...u are planning to tow a trailer Preparing to Drive 88 Starting the Engine 88 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 89 5 Speed Manual Transmission 90 Recommended Shift Points 91 Maximum Speeds 91 A...

Page 87: ...e doors are securely closed and locked 9 Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page 7 10 Turn the ignition ON II Check the indicator lights in the instrum...

Page 88: ...off the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race Starting 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...

Page 89: ...shift into reverse with the car moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so t...

Page 90: ...rs If you exceed these speeds the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer cont...

Page 91: ...lashed while driving in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possi...

Page 92: ...come to a complete stop and then shift Press the release button before shifting into Reverse from Neutral Neutral N Use Neutral if you need to restart a stalled engine or you need to stop briefly with...

Page 93: ...will not be exceeded in the lower gear First 1 To shift from Second to First press the release button on the side of the shift lever With the lever in this position the transmission locks in First ge...

Page 94: ...brake pedal only when you intend to brake Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly causing them to build up heat Heat buildup can reduce how well your brakes work It also keeps...

Page 95: ...the car in this condition be extremely cautious Have your car repaired as soon as possible Anti Lock Brakes ABS equipped models Your car has an anti lock brake system ABS ABS helps you to maintain ste...

Page 96: ...imarily to carry passengers and their cargo You can use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe some general rules The total weight of the trailer and everything loaded in it must not exceed 1 00...

Page 97: ...d take them to a public scale Have them check the total weight and the weight at each axle and then compare them to the specifications Trailer Hitches Your Honda dealer or the Honda Customer Relations...

Page 98: ...o attach the trailer s brakes to your car s hydraulic system no matter how successful it may seem will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard Always use a safety chain when towing a...

Page 99: ...he trailer tracks a smaller arc than the car and can hit or run over something that the car misses When passing another vehicle make sure the trailer is clear before changing lanes The car trailer com...

Page 100: ...Turn your front wheels into the curb set the parking brake firmly and put the transmission in 1st or Reverse manual or Park automatic In addition place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires Back...

Page 101: ...odic Checks 112 Fluid Locations 113 Engine Oil 114 Adding Oil 114 Recommended Oil 114 Additives 115 Changing the Oil and Filter 115 Cooling System 117 Engine Coolant 117 Adding Engine Coolant 117 Repl...

Page 102: ...ems not detailed in this section should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic Some of the most important safety precautions are given below However we cannot warn you of every...

Page 103: ...run the engine unless instructed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when wor...

Page 104: ...your car s load limit This puts excess strain on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads...

Page 105: ...Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and durabil...

Page 106: ...Schedule on the next page do not apply For Canadian Owners This Maintenance Schedule outlines the minimum required maintenance that you should perform to ensure the trouble free operation of your vehi...

Page 107: ...atures driving less than 10 miles per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Trailer towing driving with a car top carrier or drivin...

Page 108: ...Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car Maintenance...

Page 109: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 109 Maintenance...

Page 110: ...equently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 120 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 121 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level monthly S...

Page 111: ...low loop COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop ANTI LOCK BRAKE RESERVOIR Gray cap For cars equipped with ABS POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap CLUTCH...

Page 112: ...ormance and longevity Always use a premium grade detergent oil You can determine an oil s SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the API Service label on the oil container A fuel efficient oil...

Page 113: ...l and filter according to the time and distance miles kilometers recommendations on the maintenance schedule The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed...

Page 114: ...five seconds If it does not turn off the engine and inspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes then check the drain bolt and washer and the oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine a...

Page 115: ...e antifreeze even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts may not provide adequate protection Adding Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is completely empty you should also check the coolant level in...

Page 116: ...g system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and mileage recommendations in the maintenance schedule Only use the recommended antifreeze Draining the coola...

Page 117: ...iator Apply non hardening sealant to the drain bolt threads and reinstall the bolt in the engine block Tighten the bolt to 61 Ib ft 8 5 kg m 83 N m 6 Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amoun...

Page 118: ...comes on at least twice 10 Turnoffthetheengine Check the level in the radiator and add coolant if heeded Install the radiator cap and tighten if fully 11 Fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark Install...

Page 119: ...mal operating temperature 1 Park the car on level ground Shut off the engine 2 Remove the dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth 3 Insert the dipstick into the trans...

Page 120: ...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 121: ...ke fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your car s braking system Anti Lock Brake System The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If it is at or below the MI...

Page 122: ...he level when the engine is cold Look at the side of the reservoir The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL If it is below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVE...

Page 123: ...w If you do not have access to compressed air such as a gas station ask your Honda dealer to do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation Replacement The air cleaner...

Page 124: ...ed every 2 years or 30 000 miles 48 000 km whichever comes first Replacement 1 Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the spark plug caps 2 Remove the spark plug cap by pulling it straig...

Page 125: ...039 0 043 in 1 0 1 1 mm Battery Check the condition of the battery monthly You should check for proper electrolyte level and corrosion on the terminals Emergency Procedures Eyes Flush with water from...

Page 126: ...sion If the terminals are severely corroded clean them with baking soda and water Then use a wrench to loosen and remove the cables from the terminals Always disconnect the negative cable first and re...

Page 127: ...ry cables before connecting the battery to a charger Windshield Wipers Check the condition of the windshield wiper blades at least every six months Look for signs of cracking in the rubber or areas th...

Page 128: ...Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock 6 Slide the new blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place 7 Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield Air Condi...

Page 129: ...g oil contained in the refrigerant If the air conditioning does not get as cold as before have your dealer check the system Recharge the system with Refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a See Specifications on p...

Page 130: ...wear unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Overinflated tires can make your car ride more harshly are more prone to damage from road ha...

Page 131: ...r own tire pressure gauge and use it whenever you check your tire pressures This will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gaug...

Page 132: ...me before they are worn out Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel for repair Make sure th...

Page 133: ...the car Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to work inconsistently If you ever need to replace a wheel make sure the wheel s specifications match those of the or...

Page 134: ...driving conditions or required by local laws Make sure the chains are the correct size for your tires Install them only on the front tires If metal chains are used they must be SAE class S Cable type...

Page 135: ...clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter 1 Open the hood I...

Page 136: ...b from the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise until it unlocks Install the new bulb 5 Push the bulb holder into the turn signal assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 6 Test t...

Page 137: ...arker assembly back into the body Push on the front edge until it snaps into place Install the mounting screw and tighten it securely Replacing Rear Bulbs 1 Open the tailgate and remove the taillight...

Page 138: ...align and pop the snap fasteners in place Install and then tighten the screws Lock the tabs in place Replacing a High Mount Brake Light Bulb 1 Open the tailgate Undo the two fasteners on the side of t...

Page 139: ...he center is flush with the head Replacing a Rear License Bulb 1 Open the tailgate Remove the assembly cover and the bulb assembly 2 Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter...

Page 140: ...edge of the housing around the lens Door Light Pry on the top middle of the lens Interior Cargo Light Pry on the front edge of the lens in the middle 2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of i...

Page 141: ...stored indoors Disconnect 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 dam...

Page 142: ...paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 146 Washing 146 Power Antenna Cleaning 146 Waxing 147 Aluminum Wheels 147 Touc...

Page 143: ...road tar tree sap etc Remove these stains with tar remover or turpentine Rinse it off immediately so it does not harm the finish Remember to rewax these areas even if the rest of the car does not nee...

Page 144: ...hould use a polish on your Honda if the finish does not have its original shine after using a wax Cleaning tar insects etc with removers also takes off the wax Remember to rewax those areas even if th...

Page 145: ...ype carpet cleaners on the market Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner applying it with a sponge or soft brush Keep the carpeting as dry as possible by not adding water to the foam Fabri...

Page 146: ...and down can dislodge and break the defogger wires When cleaning the rear window use gentle pressure and wipe side to side Air Fresheners If you want to use an air freshener deodorizer in the interior...

Page 147: ...arts used in the repair and the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts Some companies make sheet metal pieces that seem to duplicate the original H...

Page 148: ...going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Changing a Flat Tire 152 If Your Engine Won t Start 156 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 156 The...

Page 149: ...r Reverse 5 speed Set the parking brake Have all of the passengers get out of the car when you change the tire 3 Open the tailgate Raise the cargo area floor by lifting up on the back edge Attach the...

Page 150: ...ate the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until...

Page 151: ...uts and flat tire Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up Putting the wheel face down could mar the wheel s finish 12 Before mounting the spare ti...

Page 152: ...to tighten them fully 14 Lower the car to the ground and remove the jack 15 Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive...

Page 153: ...tart falls into two areas depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START III You hear nothing or almost nothing The engine s starter motor does not operate at all or operates very slowly Yo...

Page 154: ...the problem See Towing on page 170 If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine either the battery is discharged or the connections are corroded Check the condition of...

Page 155: ...ice do not try jump starting until it thaws If a battery sits in extreme cold the electrolyte inside can freeze Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture or explode 2 Tur...

Page 156: ...al to metal contact 7 Once your car is running disconnect the negative cable from your car and then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your car and then from the booster batte...

Page 157: ...erloading climbing a long steep hill on a hot day with the A C running for example the engine should start to cool down almost immediately If it does wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the...

Page 158: ...to the radiator up to the base of the fill neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper...

Page 159: ...d oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick see page 114 4 Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If the indicator does not go out within 10 seconds turn off the engi...

Page 160: ...ifference in your car s performance it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions Continued operation may cause serious damage If this indicator comes on safely pul...

Page 161: ...ows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the tool out of the tool kit located under the cargo area floor 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to re...

Page 162: ...ABS have an ABS fuse box It is in the front of the engine compartment on the passenger s side The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side To open turn the knob Checking and...

Page 163: ...ng these fuses requires a Phillips screwdriver 4 Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in...

Page 164: ...fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system If you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper rating for the circuit install one with a l...

Page 165: ...Fuses UNDERHOOD FUSE BOX 1 On Canadian cars 2 U S EX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 166: ...Fuses ABS FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 167: ...ar s suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be trans ported on a flatbed truck it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground...

Page 168: ...nation 176 Wheel Size Designation 176 Tire Speed Ratings 176 Tire Pressure Adjustment for High Speed Driving 176 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Cars 177 Treadwear 177 Traction 177 Temperature 178 Emissi...

Page 169: ...ensing and insuring your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on th...

Page 170: ...Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Tehnical Information MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBE...

Page 171: ...X w ABS option 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 6 U S qt 06 0 13 Imp gal 2 U S LX Canada EX 3 U S EX 4 Excluding the oil remaining i...

Page 172: ...Specifications 1 U S LX Canada EX 2 U S EX Technical Information...

Page 173: ...is section for additional information Wheel Size Designation Wheels are also marked with important information that you need if you ever have to replace one The following explains what the letters and...

Page 174: ...he wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government c...

Page 175: ...essive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Emissions Controls The burning of gasoline in your car s engine produces several byproducts Some of...

Page 176: ...catalytic converter These three systems work together to control the engine s combustion and minimize the amount of HC CO and NOx that comes out the tailpipe The exhaust emissions control systems are...

Page 177: ...e three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gases without affecting the metals The catalytic converter is refer...

Page 178: ...Customer Relations Warranty Coverages 182 Customer Relations Information 183 Reporting Safety Defects 183 U S Zone Office Map 184 Canada Zone Office Map 185 Authorized Manuals 187 Warranty and Custom...

Page 179: ...ied time period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Ple...

Page 180: ...e address and telephone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the car to you Reporting Safety Defects U S Cars If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that cou...

Page 181: ...ne 902 Wind River 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 Arli...

Page 182: ...78 7121 Central Zone Honda Canada Inc 126 Milner Avenue Scarborough Ontario M1S 3R2 416 299 3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc 1750 rue Eiffel Boucherville Quebec J4B 7W1 514 655 6161 Atlantic Zone Hon...

Page 183: ...For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit MI 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should contact their autho...

Page 184: ...is written for the journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providin...

Page 185: ...nts 49 Mirrors 53 Seats 48 Steering Wheel 35 40 Air Cleaner Element 125 Air Conditioning Maintenance 130 Usage 62 63 Air Filter See Air Cleaner Element Air Outlets Vents 61 Air Pressure Tires 175 Airb...

Page 186: ...ghts Headlights 36 Bulb Replacement Back up Lights 139 Brake Lights 139 Front Parking Lights 138 Front Side Marker Lights 138 Headlights 137 High Mount Brake Light 140 Interior Courtesy Lights 141 Lic...

Page 187: ...ant Safety Reminders 18 Where Should Children S i t 18 Cigarette Lighter 56 CLEAN Indicator 71 Cleaner Air 125 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels 147 Antenna 146 C a r p e t i n g 148 Exterior 146 I n t e r i o...

Page 188: ...Automatic Transmission Fluid 121 Dimensions 174 Dimming the Headlights 36 Dipstick Automatic Transmission 121 Directional Signals 32 Disabled Towing Your Car If 170 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 95 Disp...

Page 189: ...ative Emissions Control 179 Exhaust Fumes 24 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts by 9 Exterior Cleaning the 146 Fabric Cleaning 148 Fan Interior 62 Features Comfort and Convenience 59 Filling the Fuel...

Page 190: ...F u e l 34 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission 92 5 Speed Transmission 91 Glass Cleaning 149 Glove Box 47 Halogen Headlight Bulbs 137 Hazard Warning Flashers 32 39 Head Restraints 49 Hea...

Page 191: ...up the Car 153 Jump Starting 158 Keys 43 Label Certification 172 Labels Safety Location of 25 Lane Change Signaling 37 Lap Belt 9 Lap Shoulder Belts 7 Leaking of Exhaust Into Car 24 Lighter Cigarette...

Page 192: ...ting 53 Moonroof Closing Manually 164 Operation 52 Neutral Gear Position 93 New Vehicle Break in 78 Normal Shift Speeds 91 NOTICE Explanation of ii Numbers Identification 172 Occupant Protection Syste...

Page 193: ...Reclining the Seat Backs 16 48 Recommended Shift Speeds 91 Remote Transmitter 43 45 Replacement Information Air Cleaner Element 125 Coolant 118 Engine Oil and Filter 115 Fuses 165 Light Bulbs 136 Spar...

Page 194: ...Shifting The Automatic Transmission 91 92 The 5 Speed Transmission 90 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement in 138 Signaling Turns 37 Snow Chains 136 Snow Tires 136 Solvent Type Cleaners 146 Sound Syste...

Page 195: ...Flat 152 Tire Chains 136 Tires 132 See also label in glove box Air Pressure XIII Checking Wear 133 DOT Tire Quality Grading 177 Inflation 132 Inspection 133 Replacing 135 Rotating 134 S n o w 136 Spa...

Page 196: ...Alignment and Balance 134 Wrench 153 Windows C l e a n i n g 149 Operating the Power 50 Rear Defogger 39 Windshield Cleaning 38 Defroster 65 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 129 Operation 37 Worn Ti...

Page 197: ...U S qt 4 0 l 3 5 Imp qt Tire Pressure measured cold Front Rear up to 475 Ib 32 psi 2 2 kg cm2 220 kpa Front up to 950 Ib 32 psi 2 2 kg cm2 220 kpa Rear up to 950 Ib 38 psi 2 6 kg cm2 260 kpa Tire Siz...

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