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Honda 1998 Odyssey, Owner'S Manual

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Page 1: ... your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 139 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 159 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer Appearance Care 213 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs Taking Care of th...

Page 2: ...rstand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your Honda dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Honda Your Honda dealer is dedicate...

Page 3: ...dgement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the vehicle Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words 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 HUR...

Page 4: ...ing Position 16 Advice for Pregnant Women 17 Additional Safety Precautions 17 Protecting Children 19 All Children Must Be Restrained 19 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 20 The Passenger s Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 20 If You Must Drive with Several Children 21 If a Child Requires Close Attention 22 Additional Safety Precautions 22 General Guidelines for Using Child Seats 23 Protect...

Page 5: ...hem or are not properly restrained Infants young children and short adults are at the greatest risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual See page 5 Don t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink So don t drink and drive and don t let ...

Page 6: ... that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash and a collapsible steering column These safety features are designed to reduce the severity of injuries in a crash However you and your passengers can t take full advantage of these safety features unless you remain sitting in a proper position and alw...

Page 7: ...s built in safety features Help protect you in almost every type of crash including side and rear impacts and rollovers Your airbags can only be helpful in a severe frontal collision Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants Keep you from being thrown outside of the vehicle Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good po...

Page 8: ...inor or moderate collisions Airbags are designed to deploy only during a severe frontal collision such as a 25 mph 40 km h crash into a parked vehicle of similar size and weight Airbags can pose serious hazards To do their job airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed So while airbags save lives they can cause serious injuries to adults and larger children who are not wearing seat belts...

Page 9: ...ing the inside of the vehicle or being injured by an inflating airbag Reclining a seat back too far makes your seat belt less effective and increases your chance of sliding under the seat belt and being seriously injured in a crash What you should do Move the front seats as far back as possible and keep adjustable seat backs in an upright position whenever the vehicle is moving Head Restraints Hea...

Page 10: ...ing them properly see page 13 Any infant or small child is properly restrained in a child seat in a back seat see page 19 Front seat occupants are sitting as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 10 Seat backs are upright see page 11 Head restraints are properly adjusted see page 12 All doors and the tailgate are closed and locked see page 10 All cargo is properly sto...

Page 11: ...ment panel to indicate when a specific door or the tailgate is not tightly closed For safety locking the doors reduces the chance of a passenger especially a child opening a door while the vehicle is moving and accidentally falling out It also reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash For security locked doors can prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a d...

Page 12: ...k it forward and back to make sure the seat is locked in position See page 74 for how to adjust the front seats 3 Adjust the Seat Backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel If you sit too close to the steering wheel you could be injured if the airbag inflates A front passenger...

Page 13: ...restraint should be positioned so the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect you from whiplash and other crash injuries See page 76 for how to adjust the head restraints Driver and Passenger Safety Reclining the seat back too far can result in serious i...

Page 14: ...elt so the lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack from the shoulder part then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body CONTINUED Driver...

Page 15: ...the two release buttons and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions Never place the shoulder portion of a lap shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back This could cause very serious injuries in a crash Using the Lap Belt Seven passenger model only Insert the latch plate into the buckle marked CENTER If the belt is too short hold the latch plate at a right angle and pull ...

Page 16: ...t Doesn t Work Properly If your seat belt does not seem to work as it should it may not protect you in a crash Anyone using an inoperative seat belt can be seriously injured or killed No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page 40 for additional information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your belt...

Page 17: ...ing improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or puts one or both feet up their chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition if an occupant is out of position in the front seat they can be seriously or fatally injured by striking interior parts of the vehicle or by being st...

Page 18: ...dditional Safety Precautions Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of a folded down back seat All passengers must sit in locked upright seats and be properly restrained by seat belts Passengers should not stand up or change seats while the vehicle is moving A passenger who is not wearing a seat belt during a crash or emergency stop can be thrown against the inside of the vehicle ag...

Page 19: ... or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your airbags inflate Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers If your hands or arms are close to the SRS covers in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard they could be injured if the airbags inflate Driver and Passenger Safety Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 20: ...are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be restrained whenever they ride in a vehicle Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat See page 23 Larger children should always be restrained with seat belts See pa...

Page 21: ...th tremendous speed Infants Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant Small Children Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s airbag can be hazardous If the vehicle ...

Page 22: ... has two rows of back seats where children can be properly restrained If you ever have to carry a group of children when car pooling for example and a child must ride in front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear a seat belt properly see page 35 Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible see page 10 Have the child sit upright and well back ...

Page 23: ...autions Use childproof door locks to prevent children from opening the doors Using this feature will prevent children from opening the doors and accidentally falling out see page 72 Use the main power window switch to prevent children from opening the rear windows Using this feature will prevent children from playing with the windows which could expose them to hazards or distract the driver see pa...

Page 24: ...r s statement of compliance on the box and seat 2 The child seat should be of the proper type and size to fit the child Infants Children up to about one year old should be restrained in a rear facing reclining child seat Only rear facing seats provide the support an infant needs to protect their head neck and back See page 27 for additional information on protecting infants Small Children A child ...

Page 25: ...s confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in your vehicle Whenever possible we recommend that parents test a child seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where they intend to use the seat before making a purchase If a previously purchased child seat does not fit you may need to buy a different one that ...

Page 26: ...ts Recommended positions Secure a rear facing child seat with the seat belt see page 28 Small children Recommended positions Secure a front facing child seat with the seat belt see page 32 Driver and Passenger Safety Airbags Pose Serious Risks to Children The passenger s airbag inflates with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant in a rear facing child seat A small child in a forward f...

Page 27: ... child seat does not need to be rock solid In some vehicles or seating positions it may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move at all Some side to side or forward and back movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child seat that c...

Page 28: ...eat can be placed in any seating position in the back but not in the front seat Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat If the passenger s airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant If an infant must be closely watched we recommend that another adult sit in a back seat with the baby Do not put a rear facing child seat ...

Page 29: ...rovide instructions and tips on how to secure a rear facing child seat with this type of seat belt See page 30 for how to secure a rear facing child seat with the lap belt 1 With the child seat in the desired back seating position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle Driver and Passenger Safety Main Menu Table ...

Page 30: ...d pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight the child seat will not be secure To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving m...

Page 31: ...o determine the proper reclining angle check with the baby s doctor or follow the seat maker s recommendations To achieve the desired reclining angle it may help to put a rolled up towel under the toe of the child seat as shown above When properly installed a rear facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front seat passenger from moving their seat as far back as recommended see page 10 Or it ...

Page 32: ... restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend that a small child stay in the child seat as long as possible until they reach the weight or height limit for the seat Child Seat Placement In this vehicle the best place to install a forward facing child seat is in one of the seati...

Page 33: ...ovide instructions and tips on how to secure a forward facing child seat with this type of seat belt See page 34 for how to secure a forward facing child seat with the lap belt 1 With the child seat in the desired seating position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly placi...

Page 34: ... that the belt is locked grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight the child seat will not be secure It may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify th...

Page 35: ...llow instruction number 5 on page 33 to verify that the child seat is secure Additional Precautions for Small Children Never hold a small child on your lap If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child If you are wearing a seat belt the child can be torn from your arms during a crash For example if the vehicle crashes into a parked...

Page 36: ...owing pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed and important precautions for children who must sit in the front seat Checking Seat Belt Fit To determine whether a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child first have the child put on the seat belt following the instructions on page 13 Then check how the belt fits CONTINUED Driver a...

Page 37: ...lso increases the chance of a child sliding under the belt and being injured in a crash Do not put any accessories on a seat belt Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt severely compromise the protective capability of seat belts and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Two children should never use the same seat belt If they do they ...

Page 38: ... forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision or the child is unrestrained or out of position an inflating airbag can kill or seriously injure the child Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when a child can safely ride in the front there are other important factors you should consider Physical Size Physically a child must be large enough for the ...

Page 39: ...or sit properly Using Child Seats with Tethers Your Honda has several attachment points that allow a tether style child seat to be installed Since a tether can provide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available Tethers are required in Canada U S owners may check with the child seat maker to determine whether a tether is available for a particular child se...

Page 40: ...dels Your Honda has attachment points for a tether style child seat to be installed on the second or third seat as shown Second Seat Installation There are three attachment points available for the seven passenger model and two attachment points available for the six passenger model To use a tether style child seat in the second seat the third seat must be stored in the floor recess see page 60 Yo...

Page 41: ... are two attachment points on the tailgate sill Select the attach ment point you want use and remove the plug with a small flat tipped screwdriver or a fingernail file Install the tether hardware that came with the child seat Tighten the bolt to 16 lbf ft 22 N m 2 2 kgf m If you are not sure how to install the hardware have it installed by your authorized Honda dealer The anchor plate and mounting...

Page 42: ...e belt to make sure the buckle is latched To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar After exiting the vehicle be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door All lap shoulder belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tensio...

Page 43: ...ton on the buckle See page 14 for how to lengthen the lap belt and how to properly position the belt Seat Belt Maintenance For safety you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly Pull each belt out fully and look for frays cuts burns and wear Check that the latches work smoothly and that the lap shoulder belts retract easily Any belt not in good condition or not working properly wil...

Page 44: ...ection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed For information on how to clean your seat belts see page 217 Driver and Passenger Safety Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as...

Page 45: ...ectrical system is disconnected in a crash How Your Airbags Work If you ever have a severe frontal collision the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the airbags During a crash your seat belt helps restrain your lower body and torso Your airbag provides a cushion to help restrain and protect your head and chest Since both airbags use the same sens...

Page 46: ... get out of the car as soon as it is safe to do so U S Owners For additional information on how your airbags work see the booklet titled SRS What You Need to Know About Airbags that came with your owner s manual How Your SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the SRS indicator light is to alert you to a potential problem with your Supplemental Restraint System When you turn the ignition ON II th...

Page 47: ... you to a problem Take your vehicle to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection in a severe frontal collision Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any reason Tampering coul...

Page 48: ... engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage With the tailgate open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the tailgate open open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle even in an unconfined area with the engine running adjust the heati...

Page 49: ...s that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement DASH BOARD U S models only Driver and Passenger Safety HOOD RADIATOR CAP SUN VISOR U S models Canadian models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 50: ...Controls 64 Cruise Control 64 Keys and Locks 67 Keys 67 Immobilizer System 68 Ignition Switch 69 Power Door Locks 70 Remote Transmitter 71 Childproof Door Locks 72 Tailgate 72 Glove Box 73 Seats 74 Passenger Seating 74 Seat Adjustments 74 Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment 75 Armrests 76 Head Restraints 76 Third Seat Access 77 Removing the Second Seats in the Six Passenger Model 78 Folding the ...

Page 51: ...and Controls MIRROR CONTROLS P 84 DIGITAL CLOCK P 86 HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 94 AUDIO SYSTEM P 103 DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 70 POWER WINDOW SWITCH P 82 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 129 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 130 Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 52: ...an indicator does not light during this test it cannot alert you if that system develops a problem Have the dealer check your vehicle for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text Instruments and Controls MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR IMMOBILIZE...

Page 53: ...ormation see page 234 Charging System Indicator If this light comes on when the engine is running the battery is not being charged For complete information see page 235 Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates a problem in the supplemental restraint system For complete information see page 45...

Page 54: ...e page 207 Replace the bulb as soon as possible since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch both turn signal lights blink All turn signals on the outside of the vehicle should flash Door and Brake Lamp Monitor The appropriate light comes on in this display if the tailgate or any door is not closed tightly If a brake light does not work the BRAK...

Page 55: ... This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key If it is not a properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine will not start see page 68 This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 Tachometer The tachometer shows th...

Page 56: ...ge 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 white mark In severe driving 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 page 204 for instructions and p...

Page 57: ...km this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch ON II and then flash for ten seconds If you exceed 7 500 miles 12 000 km without having the scheduled maintenance performed this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Ho...

Page 58: ...warning switch are on the dashboard under the center air vent The controls near the left air vent are for the sunroof cruise control and instrument panel brightness The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel HAZARD WARNING LIGHT WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS SUNROOF SWITCH SHIFT LEVER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER CRUISE CONTROL INSTRUMENT BRIGHTNESS...

Page 59: ...u hear a click then let go The blue high beam indicator will light see page 54 To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lever back lightly then release it The high beams will come on and go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back no matter what position the headlight switch is in Daytime Running Lights Canadian Models With the headlight switch off the high beam h...

Page 60: ...ith this lever Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or 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 To signal a lane change push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it The lever will return to the center position as soon as...

Page 61: ...he wipers operate every few seconds In low speed and high speed the wipers run continu ously On U S models In intermittent you can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring To operate the wipers in mist mode push the control lever down The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield Instruments and Contro...

Page 62: ...tivate 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 position down from OFF Hazard Warning Push the red button to the left of the clock to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the ...

Page 63: ... the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged When cleaning the glass always wipe side to side Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 16 for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving Instrumen...

Page 64: ... desired position making sure the wheel points toward your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights 3 Push 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 Instruments and Controls Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 65: ...avy rain or bad weather You should have full control of the vehicle under those conditions Using the Cruise Control 1 Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch to the left of the steering column The indicator in the switch will light 2 Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h Instruments and Controls Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash Use the cruise control ...

Page 66: ...ach 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 either of two ways Press and hold the SET decel button The vehicle will decelerate Release the button when you reach the desired speed Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot The CRUISE CONTROL light o...

Page 67: ...will go out and the vehicle will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way If you use the brake pedal to cancel cruise control the system remembers 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 CON TROL light comes on The vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed ...

Page 68: ...ou need to replace a key use only Honda approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that arc activated by the Immobilizer System They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature and high humidity Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immedi at...

Page 69: ...ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 The system may not recognize your key s coding if the key is in contact with a key from another immobilizer system If you have a key from another vehicle s immobilizer system keep it separate Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable If you have lost your...

Page 70: ...lso be in Park The anti theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key If the front wheels are turned the anti theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key CONTINUED Instruments and Controls Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering ...

Page 71: ...TART III Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to ON II when you let go of the key The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key s coding see page 68 Each front door has a master door lock switch Either switch locks and unlocks all doors Push the switch down to lock all doors and up to unlock them The lock tab on the tailgate also locks and ...

Page 72: ...he door All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the key in either front door To unlock only the driver s door from the outside turn the key and release it If you turn the key and hold it all doors and the tailgate will unlock All four doors and the tailgate will unlock when you unlock the passenger s door with the key Remote Transmitter U S EX model You can lock and unlo...

Page 73: ...ons not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Childproof Door Locks The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge With the lever in the LOCK position the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless ...

Page 74: ...it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key Instruments and Controls An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 75: ...or three passengers in the second row and a bench seat for two passengers in the third row For greater cargo capacity the seat in the second row can be folded out of the way in sections and the bench seat in the third row can be folded into the floor Seat Adjustments See pages 10 11 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat backs Make all seat adju...

Page 76: ...om To adjust the seat back angle of the second seat in the seven passenger model pull up on the lever on the side of the seat back Move the seat back to the desired position and release the lever Let the seat back latch in the new position The front seats can be reclined to a fully flat position Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment U S EX model only The height of your driver s seat is power adjus...

Page 77: ...e occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible The head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust the restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down To remove a head restraint for cleaning or r...

Page 78: ...e seat back forward Pull the lock release lever and pivot the seat up out of the way Move the second seat back into place by pivoting the seat down Make sure it locks to the floor Pull the seat back angle adjustment lever forward and push the seat back to the desired position then release the lever Make sure the seat is securely locked in place Instruments and Controls LOCK RELEASE LEVER Main Menu...

Page 79: ...emove an unlocked seat from the vehicle before driving A seat that is not locked in place could fly around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash To reinstall a seat hook the front of the seat to the floor then push the back into the locks Make sure both the front and the back of the seat are securely fastened down before driving Folding the Second Seats in the Seven Passenger Model The left a...

Page 80: ...on Make sure you store the fastening strap properly and that the seat is locked securely before driving Reclining the Second Seat Seven passenger model only You can recline the seat backs on the second seat so they are level with the seat cushion of the third seat making a large cushioned area To do this 1 Remove the head restraints Store them in the pocket in the left side panel behind the third ...

Page 81: ...eat to the upright position Make sure you install the head restraints before driving see page 76 Folding the Third Seat in All Models To create more cargo space you can fold the third seat into the floor recess To fold the third seat 1 Remove the head restraints Store them in the pocket in the left side panel 2 Unlock the seat back by turning the knob Push the seat back forward Instruments and Con...

Page 82: ...return the seat to the upright position 1 Pull the seat out of the recess by pulling on the handle Pivot the seat forward all the way 2 Turn the knob on the seat back and pull the seat back upright Make sure the seat is securely locked in place 3 Reinstall the head restraints Instruments and Controls KNOB KNOB Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 83: ...nel also con tains these extra features AUTO To open the driver s window fully push the window switch firmly down and release it The window automatically goes all the way down To stop the window from going all the way down pull back on the window switch 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 release the...

Page 84: ...switch on the dashboard to open and close the sunroof The ignition switch must be ON II Push and hold the switch to open the sunroof Release the switch when the sunroof reaches the desired position To close the sunroof press and hold the switch If you try to open the sunroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered with snow or ice you can damage the sunroof panel or motor Instruments ...

Page 85: ... 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 passenger s side 3 Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right 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 m...

Page 86: ...utton and lower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page 52 Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles Instruments and Controls NOTICE PARKING BRAKE LEVER Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 87: ...SET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing RESET button sets the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour pressing RESET button sets the clock for ward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 Beverage Holder To use the front beverage holder ...

Page 88: ... parked If you place cups in the holder while driving the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners Liquid can also spill from the holders by the second seat when you close the rear doors A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior Instruments and Controls Main ...

Page 89: ...e it with a firm push The light in the pocket comes on when the instrument panel lights are on Vanity Mirror To use the vanity mirror pull down either sun visor and swing down the cover The passenger s vanity mirror is lighted The light beside the mirror comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on On U S models The driver s vanity mirror is also lighted Instruments and Controls Main Menu...

Page 90: ...se it to overheat Ashtrays ASHTRAY Open the front ashtray by pulling on the bottom edge Push it in to close it To remove the ashtray for emptying push down on the metal plate inside then pull the ashtray out completely The rear ashtray is in the armrest on the left rear door To use the rear ashtray swing the lid open To remove the rear ashtray open the lid and pull it straight up CONTINUED Instrum...

Page 91: ...ur Honda has two ceiling lights Each ceiling light has a three position switch In the OFF position the lights do not come on In the center position they come on when you open any door In the ON position they stay on continuously Spotlights On some models Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light Push the button again to turn it off Instruments and Controls DOOR ACTIVATED NOTIC...

Page 92: ...e OFF down position the light does not come on In the ON up position the light comes on when you open the tailgate Courtesy Lights Each door has a courtesy light This light comes on when you open the door Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed Instruments and Contro...

Page 93: ...m 96 To Turn Everything Off 101 Rear A C Unit 102 Audio System U S LX and Canadian EX 103 Operating the Radio 104 Adjusting the Sound 106 Audio System Lighting 106 Radio Frequencies and Reception 106 Operating the Cassette Player 107 Tape Search Functions 108 Caring for Cassettes 109 Operating the Optional CD Player Changer 110 Audio System U S EX 112 Operating the Radio 113 Adjusting the Sound 11...

Page 94: ...perature of the air flow Air Conditioning A C Button This button turns the air condi tioning ON and OFF The indicator in the button lights when the A C is on Fresh Air and Recirculation Buttons These two buttons control the source of air going into the system In Fresh Air mode air comes from outside the car In Recirculation mode the interior air recycles through the system Comfort and Convenience ...

Page 95: ...the center and corner vents in the dashboard Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents Air flows from the floor vents Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 96: ...Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation heating cooling dehumidifying and defrosting The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system The air conditioning does not rely...

Page 97: ... at the base of the windshield Keep these clear of leaves and other debris Ventilation The flow through ventilation system draws in outside air circulates it through the interior then exhausts it through vents near the rear side panels 1 Slide the temperature control lever all the way to the left Make sure the A C is off 2 Select and 3 Set the fan to the desired speed CONTINUED Comfort and Conveni...

Page 98: ...ssing the button Make sure the tempera ture control lever is all the way to the left 3 Set the fan to maximum speed 4 Open the windows partially Select and When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge see page 5...

Page 99: ...n the air conditioning 3 Select and 4 Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32 F 0 C To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows 1 Switch the fan on 2 Turn on the air conditioning 3 Select and 4 Adjust the temperature control l...

Page 100: ...tch the fan and temperature controls to maximum To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield on very cold days first select Once the windshield is clear select to avoid fogging the windows Comfort and Convenience Features MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON FRESH AIR BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER FAN CONTROL LEVER AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 101: ...rough all the windows before driving away To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily slide the fan speed and temperature control levers all the way to the left You should shut the system completely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build...

Page 102: ...he rear A C on by moving the fan control lever out of the OFF position The indicator will come on Adjust the fan speed by sliding the fan control lever To change the direction of air flow move the tab in the center of each vent up and down and side to side Comfort and Convenience Features FAN CONTROL LEVER Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 103: ... your favorite stations The cassette system features Dolby B noise reduction automatic sensing of chromium dioxide CrO2 tape and autoreverse for continuous play Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Co...

Page 104: ...ing the PWR VOL knob The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed To change bands press the AM FM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast ing in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available Comfort and Convenience Features PWR VOL KNOB TUNE SEEK BUTTONS STEREO INDICATOR AM FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 105: ... downward from the current frequency It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal Preset You can store the fre quencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two on the FM band To store a frequency 1 Select the desired band AM or FM FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button 2 Use the TUNE o...

Page 106: ... controls to get them to pop out Adjust the Bass by turning the outer ring Adjust the Treble by turning the knob Push the controls back in when you are finished so you cannot change the settings by accidentally bumping them Audio System Lighting You can use the Balance control knob to turn off the illumination of the audio system Push the Balance Fader controls so they pop out then pull the Balanc...

Page 107: ...ward is now playing If you want to play the other side press the PROG PLAY button Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction turn it off by pressing the button When the system reaches the end of the tape it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side If you want to remove the cassette from the drive press t...

Page 108: ...t automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play SKIP The SKIP function lets you skip over a song or passage You activate SKIP with the FF REW SKIP buttons To skip to the beginning of a song or passage currently playing push the button and hold it until you hear a beep You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds To skip to the beginning of the next song pu...

Page 109: ... this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections a high noise level between selections or a silent period in the middle of selection Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam i...

Page 110: ...esired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer Play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems PWR VOL KNOB TUNE SEEK RPT STEREO INDICATOR CD BUTTON To operate the CD changer the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II and the audio system must be on If you are listening to a cassette eject it Press the CD button until CD appears ...

Page 111: ... has reached the desired place on the disc REPEAT When you activate the Repeat feature by pressing the RPT button the system continuously replays the current track You will see RPT in the display as a reminder Press the RPT button again to turn it off To take the system out of CD mode press the AM or FM button or insert a cassette in the player When you return to CD mode play will contin ue at the...

Page 112: ...verse for continuous play The Anti theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle s battery To get the system working again you must enter a code number see page 106 Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Comfort and Conveni...

Page 113: ...une to a higher frequency and push the switch down to tune to a lower frequency The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly Release the switch when the display reaches the desired frequency To change the frequency in small increments push and release the TUNE SEEK switch quickly SEEK The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal To activate it push the TUNE SEEK swi...

Page 114: ...nd 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 Once a station s frequency is stored simply press and release the proper Preset button to tune to it The preset frequencies will be lost if your vehicle s battery goes dead is disconnected or the radio fuse is removed AM BUTTON A SEL BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS AUTO SELECT LIGHT Comfort and Con...

Page 115: ...you are in a remote area Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations If this happens you will see a 0 displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored A SEL BUTTON TUNE SEEK SWITCH PRESET BUTTONS AUTO SELECT LIGHT With Auto Select on you cannot manually store any frequencies in the preset buttons If you do not like the stations found b...

Page 116: ...the side to side sound to your liking Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it BASS FADER CONTROL TREBLE BALANCE CONTROL Treble Bass Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out Without pulling it out farther turn the knob to adjust the treble l...

Page 117: ...any factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmos pheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering...

Page 118: ...is is a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception probl...

Page 119: ...s now playing If you want to play the other side press the PROG button Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction turn it off by pressing the button When the system reaches the end of the tape it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side If you want to remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT bu...

Page 120: ...lay as the tape rewinds To skip to the beginning of the next song push the switch up and hold it until you hear a beep You will see FF flashing in the display as the tape fast forwards When the system finds the beginning of a song or passage it goes back to PLAY REPEAT The Repeat function continuously replays the current song or passage Press the RPT button to activate it you will see RPT displaye...

Page 121: ...assette before it begins to play it is probably defective and should not be inserted again You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing reverse directions once or twice and then eject This is normally an indication the tape is wound unevenly It should play after the tape is manually rewound When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place ...

Page 122: ...instructions except for those relating to multiple discs in this section Using the instructions that came with the changer load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer Play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems To operate the CD changer the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II and the audio system must be on If...

Page 123: ...ou activate the Repeat feature by pressing the A SEL RPT button the system continuously replays the current track You will see RPT in the display as a reminder Press the button again to turn it off RANDOM PLAY This feature when activated plays the tracks on a CD in random order rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD To activate Random Play press the A SEL RPT button until you see A S...

Page 124: ...out of direct sunlight and extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re cording surface of the disc causing skipping or other problems Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the sid...

Page 125: ...see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the vehicle to your Honda dealer Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 126: ...from your Honda dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If your vehicle s battery is discon nected or goes dead the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will see Code in the frequency display the next time you turn on the system Use the Preset buttons to enter the five digit code If it is entered correctly the radio will start playing If you make a mistake enteri...

Page 127: ... in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 128 Gasoline 128 Service Station Procedures 129 Filling the Fuel Tank 129 Opening the Hood 130 Oil Check 131 Engine Coolant Check 132 Fuel Economy 133 Vehicle Condition 133 Driving Habits 133 Accessories and Modifications 134 Carrying Cargo 136 Before ...

Page 128: ...ne with a pump octane number of 86 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits Using gasoline containing lead will damage your vehicle s emissions controls This contributes to air pollution In Canad...

Page 129: ... Stop filling the tank after the fuel pump automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes 5 Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten it until it clicks If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on see page 236 6 Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches Before Driving Gasoline is high...

Page 130: ...Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle up until it releases the hood Lift the hood 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the left side of the hood To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the f...

Page 131: ... with fuel Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange handle 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it all the way back in its tube CONTINUED Before Driving Oil Check DIPSTICK Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 132: ...lant 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 177 for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 171 for information on checking other items in your Honda Before Driving UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Engine Coolant Check MAX MIN RESERVE TANK Main Menu Table of Conte...

Page 133: ...cceler ation abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a constant speed Every time you slow down and speed up your vehicle uses extra fuel Use the cruise control when appropriate to increase fuel economy A cold engine uses more fuel than a warm engine It is ...

Page 134: ... systems should not interfere with your vehicle s computer controlled systems such as the SRS and anti lock brake system However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed your vehicle s electrical system capacity they can interfere with the operation of your vehicle or even cause the airbags to deploy Before installing any accessory Make sure the accessory does not obscure any l...

Page 135: ...ny modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb speed bump or other raised object which could cause your airbags to deploy Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your Supplemental Restraint System Modifications could make the system ineffective Additional Safety Precaution Do not attach or place objects on the airbag covers...

Page 136: ...items In addition the back seat can be folded down to allow you to carry more cargo or longer items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability and operation and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Before Driving POCKET FRONT DOOR POCKET DASHBOARD COMPARTMENT GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET SEAT BACK...

Page 137: ...tems in the Passenger Compartment Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver s ability to operate the pedals or with the proper operation of the seats Keep the glove box closed while driving If the lid is open a passenger could injure their k...

Page 138: ...cle during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the tailgate exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning follow the instructions on page 47 If you can carry any items on a roof rack be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight Please contact your Honda deal...

Page 139: ...a trailer Preparing to Drive 140 Starting the Engine 141 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 141 Automatic Transmission 142 Shift Lever Position Indicator 142 Shift Lever Positions 142 Maximum Allowable Speeds 145 Shift Lock Release 145 Parking 146 The Braking System 147 Brake Wear Indicators 147 Brake System Design 147 Anti lock Brakes 148 Important Safety Reminders 149 ABS Indicator 149 Dr...

Page 140: ...re stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 74 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 84 7 Check the adjustment of the steering wheel see page 63 8 Make sure the doors and tailgate are securely closed and locked 9 Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page 13 10 Turn the ignition s...

Page 141: ... before keep the ignition key in the START III position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 5 if the engine does not start If it starts lift your foot 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 altitude above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters ad...

Page 142: ...n The D4 indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it flashes while driving in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission Avoid rapid acceler ation and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible Shift Lever Positions The shift lever has seven positions It must be in Park or Neutral to start the e...

Page 143: ...ve the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page 123 You must also pull the shift lever towards you to shift into Park To avoid transmission damage come to a complete stop before shifting into Park The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch Reverse R To shift to Reverse from Park see the explanation under Park To shift to Reverse from Neutral come...

Page 144: ...n third and fourth gears in stop and go driving For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4 you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to the floor The transmission will shift down one or two gears depending on your speed Second 2 To shift to Second pull the shift lever towards you then shift to the lower gear This position locks the transmission in secon...

Page 145: ...id engine damage Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pulling the shift lever 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 slot on the steering column 4 Push down on the key while you pull the shift lever towards you and move the shi...

Page 146: ...n you want to drive away If the vehicle is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If the vehicle is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes Parking Tips Make sure the sunroof and the windows are closed Turn off the light...

Page 147: ...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 Indicators All four brakes have audible brake wear indicators When the brake pads need replacing you will hear a distinctive metallic screeching sound when you apply the brakes If you do not have the brake pad...

Page 148: ...an do it You should never pump the brake pedal this defeats the purpose of the ABS Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm steady pressure on the brake pedal as you steer away from the hazard This is sometimes referred to as stomp and steer You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates and you may hear some noise This is normal it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes...

Page 149: ...s of stability Always steer moderately when you are braking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock Slow down and allow a greater distance between vehicles under those conditions ...

Page 150: ... in bad weather The cruise control should not be used in these condi tions Driving Technique Always drive slower than you would in dry weather It takes your vehicle longer to react even in conditions that may seem just barely damp Apply smooth even pressure to all the controls Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden hard appli cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather Be extr...

Page 151: ... pressure Both are important in preventing hydroplaning loss of traction on a wet surface In the winter mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling Watch road conditions carefully they can change from moment to moment Wet leaves can be as slip pery as ice Clear roads can have patches of ice Driving conditions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing The roa...

Page 152: ... the tongue load Start by putting approximately 60 percent of the cargo toward the front and 40 percent toward the rear Never load the trailer so the back is heavier than the front The combined weight of the vehicle all passengers and their luggage and tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The GVWR is printed on the Certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb see pa...

Page 153: ... trailer hitch and have it installed by a qualified mechanic The hitch should bolt to the underbody of the vehicle and distribute the load over a wide area Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load A trailer hitch that is not adequate for the size of the trailer or a hitch that is improperly installed can cause damage to the unders...

Page 154: ...0 Ibs 450 kg do not have their own braking system If you are thinking of getting a trailer that does have brakes make sure they are electrically operated There are no provisions in your vehicle to tap into its hydraulic braking system Any attempt to attach the trailer s brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic system no matter how successful it may seem will lower braking effectiveness and create a pote...

Page 155: ...trailer do the following Measure the trailer s tongue load You can do this with a bathroom scale Verify that the hitch and safety chain are securely fastened Check the condition and air pressure of all tires on the trailer and your vehicle Low tire pressure can seriously affect the handling Also check the spare tire With everything loaded and the trailer connected check that the rear of the vehicl...

Page 156: ...and steer straight ahead If there is too much wind buffeting slow down to get out of the other vehicle s air turbulence Towing a trailer puts an extra load on your vehicle You should have your vehicle serviced according to the Maintenance Schedule under severe driving conditions on page 164 This extra load is magnified when you are driving in hilly terrain Watch the temperature gauge closely when ...

Page 157: ...nt wheels into the curb set the parking brake firmly and put the transmission in Park In addition place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice Drive slowly make small movements with the steering wheel and have someone stand outside to guide you Grip the steering wheel on the bottom rather than the usual position near the top Move your ...

Page 158: ...Schedule 162 Required Maintenance Record 169 Owner Maintenance Checks 171 Fluid Locations 172 Engine Oil 173 Adding Oil 173 Recommended Oil 173 Synthetic Oil 174 Additives 175 Changing the Oil and Filter 175 Cooling System 177 Adding Engine Coolant 177 Replacing Engine Coolant 179 Windshield Washers 181 Automatic Transmission Fluid 182 Brake Fluid 183 Brake System 183 Power Steering 184 Air Cleane...

Page 159: ...Some of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task Maintenance Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the ...

Page 160: ... exhaust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless in structed 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 working around gasoline or batteries Use a nonflammable solvent not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flam...

Page 161: ...ad limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your vehicle The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your vehicle on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit Drive your vehicle regularly over a distance of several miles kilometers Always use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating see page 128 Which Schedule to Follow Service...

Page 162: ...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 durability U S Vehicles Maintenance replacement or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are certified to EPA standards Ac...

Page 163: ...ance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply NOTE If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 164: ...ime interval Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply Canadian owners Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions Maintenance See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 141 1 See Timing Belt on page 195 to determine need for replacement Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 165: ...an 10 miles 16 km per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Trailer towing driving with a roof top carrier or driving in mountainous conditions Driving on muddy dusty or de iced roads For Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions 1 Refer to page 195 for replacement information under special drivin...

Page 166: ...mes first Do the items in A B C as required for each distance time Severe Conditions Driving less than 5 mi 8 km per trip or in freezing temperatures driving less than 10 mi 16 km per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Trailer towing driving with a roof top carrier or driving in mountainous conditions Driving on muddy dus...

Page 167: ...or Severe Conditions listed by distance time Maintenance See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 141 1 See Timing Belt on page 195 to determine need for replacement Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 168: ...ou or the servcing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 164 or severe conditions page 166 Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle CONTINUED Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 169: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 170: ... in the reservoir monthly If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 181 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 182 Brakes Check the fluid level monthly See page 183 Tires Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects See page 196 Lights Check the operation of the hea...

Page 171: ...ance BRAKE FLUID Gray cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 172: ...s SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the API Service label on the oil container A fuel efficient oil is recommended for your Honda This is shown on the API Service label by the words Energy Conserving This oil is formulated to help your engine use less fuel The API Service label also tells you the service classification of the oil Always use an oil that is labeled API Service SJ This se...

Page 173: ... economy and year round protection in your Honda You may use a 10W 30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20 F 7 C Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for conventional motor oil energy conserving a service classification of SJ and the proper weight as shown on the chart When using synthetic oil you must follow the oil and filter ...

Page 174: ...your engine if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature the...

Page 175: ... engine The oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds If it does not turn 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 oil level If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick Improper disposal of en...

Page 176: ...rary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines However continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible If the reserve tank is completely empty you should also check the coolant level in the radiator...

Page 177: ...e 4 The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low 5 Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully 6 Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine c...

Page 178: ...the vehicle Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Slide the heater temperature control lever to maximum heat Open the hood Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch 2 Remove the radiator cap 3 Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator The coolant will drain through the splash guard Remove the drain bolt and was...

Page 179: ...tifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean container The cooling system capacity is 1 66 US gal 6 3 1 39 Imp gal 7 Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler 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 Start the engine...

Page 180: ... washer reservoir is located behind the driver s side headlight Check the reservoir s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap 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 or a vinegar water solution in the windshield washer reservoir...

Page 181: ...k add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark Always use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF If it is not available you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement However continued use can affect shift quality Have the transmission drained and refilled with Honda ATF as soon as it is convenient 6 Insert the dipstick all the way back in...

Page 182: ...any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda DOT 3 brake fluid as soon as possible Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage 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 ...

Page 183: ...luid as an emergency replacement However continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible Turning the steering wheel to full left or right ...

Page 184: ...ve access to compressed air such as a service station ask your Honda dealer to do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation Replacement The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To replace it 1 Remove the two pins holding the air intake cover by pulling the head on each pin Remove the air intake co...

Page 185: ...r housing with a damp rag 5 Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing 6 Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover tighten the four bolts 7 Reinstall the air intake cover Reinstall the two pins and secure them by pushing on the heads until they lock 8 Reinstall the air duct on the air cleaner housing cover Reinstall the maintenance hole cap Maintenance MAINTENANCE HOLE CAP BOLTS AI...

Page 186: ...y dirt and oil around the spark plug caps 2 Remove the spark plug cap by pulling it straight out 3 Remove the spark plug with a five eighths inch 16 mm spark plug socket 4 Put the new spark plug into the socket then screw it into the hole Screw it in by hand so you do not crossthread it CONTINUED Maintenance SPARK PLUG CAP Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 187: ...m 1 8 kgf m Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head 6 Install the spark plug cap 7 Repeat this procedure for the other three spark plugs Maintenance NOTICE Specifications NGK ZFR5F 11 DENSO KJ16CR L11 Spark Plug Gap 0 043in 1 1mm Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 188: ...attery The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water It will bubble up and turn brown When this stops wash it off with plain water Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosi...

Page 189: ...ur vehicle s battery is discon nected or goes dead the audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see Code in the frequency display Use the Preset buttons to enter the five digit code see page 126 Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your vehicle s electronic controls Detach the battery cables before connecting the battery to a char...

Page 190: ...iped areas when used To replace the front wiper blades 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield LOCK TAB 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold it in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm BLADE 3 Remove the blade from its holder by grasping the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder CONTINUED Main...

Page 191: ...ew wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock 6 Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place 7 Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield To replace the rear wiper blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield 2 Pull the lock tab up and slide the blade assembly off the wiper arm 3 Pull one end of the blade out and down to remove it from the slot Maintena...

Page 192: ...lder Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length 6 Insert both ends of the blade into the holder slots Make sure they are secure 7 Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place 8 Lower the wiper arm Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 193: ...rush to clean them AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER 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 operating temperature This circulates the lubricating oil con tained in the refrigerant If the air conditioning does not get as cold as before have your dealer check the system Re...

Page 194: ...ng belt 0 51 0 63 in 13 0 16 0 mm If you see signs of wear or looseness have your dealer adjust or replace the belts Timing Belt The timing belt and balancer belt should normally be replaced at the intervals shown in the maintenance schedule Replace these belts at 60 000 miles U S or 100 000 km Canada if you regularly drive your vehicle in one or more of these conditions In very high temperatures ...

Page 195: ...enly We recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Use a gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm2 per month Remember to check the spare tire at the same time you check all the other tires Check the pressure ...

Page 196: ...is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gauges Recommended Tire Pressures for Normal Driving The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions and speeds Tire pressures for high speed driving are shown on page 251 The compact spare tire pressure is 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm2 These pressures are also given on the tire information la...

Page 197: ...is 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 should replace the tire if you can see the tread wear indicator in three or more places around the tire Maintenance In addition to proper inflation correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear If you find a tire is worn unevenly have your dealer check t...

Page 198: ...ing for replacement tires you may find that some tires are directional This means they are designed to rotate only in one direction If you use directional tires they should be rotated only front to back Replacing Tires and Wheels The tires that came with your vehicle were selected to match the performance capabilities of the vehicle while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort and...

Page 199: ...5 65R15 92S See Tire Information on page 222 for additional information about tire and wheel size designations See page 251 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 be suitable for most winter driving conditions Tires without these markings are designed for optimum traction in ...

Page 200: ...ure 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 used When installing chains follow the manufacturer s instructions and mount them as tightly as you can Drive slowly with chains installed If you hear the chains contacting the body or chassis stop and investigate Make sur...

Page 201: ...ts at least once a month A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your vehicle s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers Maintenance HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL SIDE MARKER PARKING LIGHTS Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 202: ...License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights Canadian models If you find any bulbs are burned out replace them as soon as possible Refer to the chart on page 249 to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed Maintenance STOP TAILLIGHTS BACK UP TURN SIGNAL SIDE MARKER LIGHTS LICENCSE PLATE LIGHT HIGH MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 203: ...ll Park the vehicle on level ground 2 The driver or someone who weighs the same should be sitting in the driver s seat for all checks and adjustments Load your vehicle with the items you normally carry HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE If you usually pull a trailer load it as you would normally and attach it to the vehicle Push down on the front and rear bumpers several times to make sure the vehicle is sitt...

Page 204: ...either indicator is not aligned with its 0 mark as described an adjustment can be made using a Phillips head screwdriver to realign it with the 0 mark Please refer to the illustrations VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT 7 If you cannot get an indicator to align have your Honda dealer inspect the vehicle for body damage or suspension problems Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 205: ...ector from the bulb by squeezing the connector on both sides to unlock the tab Pull the connector straight off 3 Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab 4 Unclip the end of the hold down wire from its slot Pivot it out of the way and remove the bulb 5 Insert the new bulb into the hole making sure the tabs are in their slots Pivot the hold down wire back in place and clip the end into ...

Page 206: ...kwise to remove it from the lens 4 Remove the bulb by pushing it in slightly and turning it counter clockwise 5 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 6 Insert the socket back into the lens Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Put the side marker assembly back into the body Align the four tabs and push on the front edge until it snaps into place Install the mou...

Page 207: ... 3 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out of its socket 5 Install the new bulb in the socket 6 Reinstall the socket into the light assembly 7 Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 8 Reinstall the taillight assembly cover 9 Right side Reinstall the spare tire Maintenance COVER Replacing...

Page 208: ...tesy lights in the doors tailgate and ceiling come apart the same way They do not all use the same bulb 1 Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens Door light pry on the bottom middle of the lens Ceiling light Pry on the front edge of the lens in the middle 2 Remove the bu...

Page 209: ...Lights CEILING LIGHT SPOTLIGHT 2nd seat SPOTLIGHT SUN VISOR DOOR LIGHT TAILGATE LIGHT Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 210: ...nect the battery Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and trunk seals Also apply a body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and trunk seals Cover the vehicle with a breathable vehicle cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Nonporous m...

Page 211: ...ppearance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 214 Washing 214 Waxing 215 Aluminum Wheels 215 Paint Touch up 215 Interior Care 216 Carpeting 216 Fabric 216 Vinyl 216 Seat Belts 217 Windows 217 Air Fresheners 217 Corrosion Protection 218 Body Repairs 219 Appearance Care Main Menu ...

Page 212: ...ng the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top and work your way down Rinse frequently Check the body for 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 re wax these areas even if the rest of the vehicle does not need waxing When you have washed and rins...

Page 213: ...movers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the vehicle does not need waxing Aluminum Wheels On some models Clean your Honda s aluminum alloy wheels as you do the rest of the exterior Wash them with the same solution and rinse them thoroughly The wheels have a protective clear coat that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing Using harsh chemicals incl...

Page 214: ...ial frequently For general cleaning use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water letting it air dry To clean off stubborn spots use a commercially available fabric cleaner Test it on a hidden area of the fabric first to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cl...

Page 215: ... vinegar to ten parts water This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of the windows Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces The rear window defogger wires are bonded to the inside of the glass Wiping vigorously up and down can dislodge and break the defogger wires When cleaning the rear window use gentle pressure and wipe side to side Air Freshe...

Page 216: ...hes in the paint as soon as you discover them Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body Check the floor coverings for dampness Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a long time especially in winter This dampness can eventually cause the floor panels to corrode Use a high pressure spray to clean the underside of your vehicle This is especially important in are...

Page 217: ...alled they do not give the same high quality appearance When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want Genuine Honda parts used in the repair Although most insurers recognize the quality of original parts some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts You should investi gate this before any repairs are begun Take your vehicle to your authoriz...

Page 218: ... you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 222 Changing a Flat Tire 223 If Your Engine Won t Start 229 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 229 The Starter Operates Normally 230 Jump Starting 230 If Your Engine Overheats 232 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 234 Charging System Indicator 235 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 236 Brake System Indicator ...

Page 219: ...ome 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 your vehicle Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model INDICATOR LOCATION MARK The compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular tire Replace it w...

Page 220: ...to LOCK 0 2 Put the transmission in Park Set the parking brake Have all of the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire ARMREST PAD TRAY 3 Open the tailgate Fold down the third seat s seat back see page 80 4 The tool kit and jack are stored under the third seat armrest on the driver s side Remove the armrest pad by pulling it straight up CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected T...

Page 221: ...it straight up 6 Loosen the jack from its holder by turning the end counterclockwise Remove the jack from the compartment 7 Unzip the spare tire cover STORAGE BIN 8 Unscrew the wing bolt Remove the storage bin and spare tire Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 222: ...e wheel nuts 10 Find the jacking point nearest the wheel you are removing Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch EXTENSION WHEEL WRENCH 11 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground CONTINUED Tak...

Page 223: ...Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 14 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 fully Taking Care of the Unexpected Main M...

Page 224: ...ly in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m 17 Put the flat tire in the supplied vinyl bag EX model Remove the center cap Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 225: ...he vinyl bag as shown 22 Store the jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket clockwise to lock it in place Replace the tool tray and store the tool kit Install the armrest pad 23 Store the wheel cover or center cap in the cargo area Make sure it will not get scratched or damaged Taking Care of the Unexpected STORAGE BIN Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously in...

Page 226: ...ause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly Check the transmission interlock The transmission must be in Park or Neutral or the starter will not operate 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 battery is discharged See Jump Starting on page 230 Turn the ignition switch ...

Page 227: ...able to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions You cannot start a Honda by pushing or pulling it To jump start your vehicle follow these directions closely 1 Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery see page 189 In very cold weather check the condition of the electrolyte If it seems slushy or ...

Page 228: ...ther part of the engine 5 If the booster battery is in another vehicle have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle 6 Start your vehicle If the starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal to metal contact 7 Once your vehicle is running disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Disconn...

Page 229: ...diate 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 warning indicators 2 If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine 3 If you do not see steam or spray leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge If the h...

Page 230: ...without pushing down to the first stop This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start the engine and set the temperature control lever to maximum Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to...

Page 231: ...u can safely get the vehicle stopped 1 Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 Let the vehicle sit for a minute Open the hood and check the oil level see page 131 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 maneuvers 3 If necessary add oil to br...

Page 232: ...uise control etc Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly By eliminating as much of the electrical load as possible you can drive several miles kilometers before the battery is too discharged to keep the engine running Drive to a service station or...

Page 233: ... clicks Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes three driving trips If the indicator remains on past three driving trips or the fuel cap was not loose or missing have the vehicle checked by the dealer as soon as possible Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem Avoid full throttle acceleration and dr...

Page 234: ...al does not feel normal you should take immediate action Because of the brake system s dual circuit design a problem in one part of the system will still give you braking at two wheels You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal The distance needed to stop will be much longer Slow down by shifting to a low...

Page 235: ...diately or the sunroof motor still does not operate you can close the sunroof manually 3 Get the tool out of the tool kit in the tool box 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the headliner between the sun visors 5 Insert the sunroof wrench into the socket behind this plug Turn the wrench until the sunroof is fully closed 6 Remove the wrench Replace the round plug Taking Care of ...

Page 236: ...in three fuse boxes The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side To open it turn the knob as shown The under hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment on the passenger s side To open push the tab as shown CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected INTERIOR KNOB UNDER HOOD TAB Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 237: ...at component Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause Replace any blown fuses and check the component s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box 3 Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wi...

Page 238: ...lighter or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system If you do not have a replace ment fuse with the proper rating for t...

Page 239: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX On Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 240: ...Fuses ABS FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX Spare Fuse On Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 241: ...ables lift that end of the vehicle off the ground Your vehicle s sus pension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If due to damage your vehicle must be towed with the front wheels on the ground do the following Release the parking brake Start the engine Shift t...

Page 242: ...nation 250 Tire Speed Ratings 250 Tire Pressure Adjustment For High Speed Driving 251 DOT Tire Quality Grading 251 Treadwear 251 Traction 252 Temperature 252 Oxygenated Fuels 253 Driving in Foreign Countries 254 Emissions Controls 255 The Clean Air Act 255 Crankcase Emissions Control System 255 Evaporative Emissions Control System 255 Exhaust Emissions Controls 256 PGM FI System 256 Ignition Timin...

Page 243: ... insuring your vehicle 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 Certification label at tached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine com partment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERT...

Page 244: ...e Engine Number is stamped into the engine block It is on the front The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Technical Information AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 245: ...r front and rear A C 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 0 13 Imp gal 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Technical Information Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 246: ...Specifications Technical Information NOTE Replacement of the high mount brake light should be done by your dealer page 243 page 242 page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 247: ... Index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry S Speed Symbol See the speed rating chart in this 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 numbers in the wheel size designation mean Example wheel size designation 15...

Page 248: ...Federal Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwear traction and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation DOT standards The following explains these gradings Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 wou...

Page 249: ...en 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 temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A...

Page 250: ... Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol You may use gasoline containing up to 5 percent methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline containing more than 5 percent metha...

Page 251: ... that using leaded gasoline in your Honda will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian emissions regulations and will be illegal to operate in North America To bring your vehicle back into compliance will require the re placement of several components such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter These...

Page 252: ...ction summarizes how the emissions controls work Scheduled maintenance is on page 164 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your vehicle has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atm...

Page 253: ...amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system Through chemical reactio...

Page 254: ...ire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flamma bles A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehicle s three way catalytic converter Always use unleaded gasoline Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the...

Page 255: ... Relations Customer Relations Information 260 U S Zone Office Map 261 Canada Zone Office Map 262 Warranty Coverages 263 Reporting Safety Defects U S Cars 264 Authorized Manuals 265 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Menu ...

Page 256: ...e 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 you call or write please give us this information Vehicle Identification Number see page 246 Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name addre...

Page 257: ...al Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown New Jersey 08057 609 235 5533 Includes NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area Mid Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln Suite 200 Gaithersburg Maryland 20878 301 990 2020 Southeastern Zone 1500 Morrison Parkway Alpharetta Georgia 30201 770 442 2045 North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive Suite A 9 Arlington Heights Illinois 60004 847 870 5600 New England Zone 555 Ol...

Page 258: ... Zone Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Scarborough Ontario M1B2K8 416 299 3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc 1750 rue Eiffel Boucherville Quebec J4B 7W1 514 655 6161 Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc 51 Raddal Avenue Suite 1 Dartmouth NS B3B 1L4 902 468 4416 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 259: ...riod with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty manual for details Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman ship Replacement Battery Limited Warranty provides...

Page 260: ...t finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washingto...

Page 261: ...form For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer By completing this form you can order the materials desired You can pay by check or money order or charge to your credit card Mail to Helm Incorporated at the address sho...

Page 262: ...enance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the Journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to under stand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle Body Repair Manual This manual desc...

Page 263: ...4 Additives Engine Oil 175 Adjustments Mirrors 84 Head Restraints 76 Seats 74 Steering Wheel 62 Airbag SRS 7 Air Cleaner Element 185 Air Conditioning 94 Maintenance 194 Usage 94 Air Outlets Vents 96 Air Pressure Tires 196 Alcohol in Gasoline 128 Antifreeze 177 Anti lock Brakes ABS Indicator Light 53 149 Operation 148 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 70 Appearance Care 213 Ashtray 89 Audio System 10...

Page 264: ...go 137 Cassette Player Care 121 Operation 107 119 CAUTION Explanation of ii CD Player 110 122 Center Pocket 88 Certification Label 246 Chains 201 Change Oil How to 175 When to 164 Changing a Flat Tire 223 Changing Engine Coolant 179 Charging System Indicator 52 235 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 182 Battery Condition 189 Brake Fluid 183 Drive Belts 195 Engine Coolant 132 Engine Oil 131 Fuse...

Page 265: ... Unlocking 70 Power Door Locks 70 DOT Tire Quality Grading 251 Driver and Passenger Safety 3 Drive Belts 195 Driving 139 Economy 133 In Bad Weather 148 In Foreign Countries 254 Economy Fuel 133 Emergencies on the Road 221 Battery Jump Starting 230 Brake System Indicator 237 Changing a Flat Tire 223 Chargilng System Indicator 235 Checking the Fuses 240 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 234 Malfunction Ind...

Page 266: ...ing the 129 Fuses Checking the 240 Gas Mileage Improving 133 Gasohol 128 Gasoline 128 Gauge 56 Octane Requirement 128 Tank Filling the 129 Gas Station Procedures 129 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 56 Fuel 56 Gearshift Lever Positions 142 Glass Cleaning 217 Glove Box 73 Halogen Headlight Bulbs 206 Hazard Warning Flashers 61 Headlights 58 Aiming 202 Daytime Running Lights 58 High Beam Indicator 5...

Page 267: ... Lighter Cigarette 89 Lights Headlight Aiming 204 Bulb Replacement 206 Indicator 51 Parking 58 Turn Signal 59 LOCK Ignition Key Position 70 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 50 Fuel Fill Door 129 Glove Box 73 Power Door 70 Tailgate 72 Low Coolant Level 177 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 50 234 Lubricant Specifications Chart 248 Luggage 137 Maintenance 159 Owner Maintenance Checks 171 Record 169 170 Req...

Page 268: ...10 Additional Safety Precautions 17 Advice for Pregnant Women 17 Protecting Children 19 Protecting Infants 27 Protecting Larger Children 35 Protecting Small Children 31 Using Child Seats with Tethers 38 Radiator Overheating 232 Radio Cassette Sound System 103 Rear A C Unit 102 Rear End Towing 244 Rear Lights Bulb Replacement 208 Rear View Mirror 84 Rear Window Defogger 62 Rear Window Wiper and Was...

Page 269: ...ccess 77 Serial Number 246 Service Intervals 164 Service Manual 265 Service Station Procedures 129 Setting the Clock 86 Shifting the Automatic Transmission 142 Shift Lever Position Indicator 142 Shift Lever Positions 142 Side Marker Lights Bulb Replacement in 207 Signaling Turns 59 Snow Tires 201 Solvent type Cleaners 214 Sound System 103 Spare Tire Inflating 222 Specifications 249 Spark Plugs Rep...

Page 270: ...ow to Change a Flat 223 Tires 196 Air Pressure 196 Checking Wear 198 Compact Spare 222 DOT Tire Quality Grading 251 Inflation 196 Inspection 198 Replacing 199 Rotating 199 Snow 201 Specifications 249 Transmission Checking Fluid Level 182 Fluid Selection 182 Identification Number 246 Shifting the Automatic 142 Treadwear 251 Trip Meter 55 Turn Signals 59 Tools Tire Changing 223 Towing ATrailer 152 E...

Page 271: ...ion 60 Washing 214 Waxing and Polishing 215 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 62 Alignment and Balance 198 Compact Spare 222 Wrench 225 Windows Cleaning 217 Operating the Power 82 Rear Defogger 62 Windshield Cleaning 60 Defroster 99 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 191 Operation 60 Rear Windshield Wiper and Washer 61 Worn Tires 198 Wrecker Emergency Towing 244 U S and Canada only Main Menu ...

Page 272: ...nda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred or a DEXRON III ATF as temporary replacement see page 182 Power Steering Fluid Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page 184 Brake Fluid Genuine Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page...

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