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U.S. Owners

Follow the Severe Conditions
Maintenance Schedule if you
drive your vehicle

MAINLY

under one or more of the
following conditions:

Driving less than 5 miles (8
km) per trip or, in freezing
temperatures, driving less
than 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.

Canadian Owners

Follow the Maintenance
Schedule for Severe Conditions.

: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page

197

1 : See Timing Belt on page

240

to determine need for replacement.

2 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.

3 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page

239

for replacement information under special conditions.

Maintenance

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Summary of Contents for 2000 Accord Sedan

Page 1: ...ehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 169 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 193 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer Appearance Care 261 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs Taking Care of the Unexpecte...

Page 2: ...your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your car 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 dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to ...

Page 3: ...dgement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the car 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 HURT if...

Page 4: ...e MIRROR CONTROLS P 96 DIGITAL CLOCK P 98 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 106 AUDIO SYSTEM P 121 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 158 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DOOR P 78 156 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 93 DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 73 Main Menu ...

Page 5: ...SHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 62 64 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 64 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 64 CRUISE CONTROLS P 66 HORN P 59 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 68 on EX V6 model TILT ADJUSTMENT P 65 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS P 60 62 CRUISE CONTROL P 66 MOONROOF SWITCH P 94 Main Menu ...

Page 6: ...dren 19 All Children Must Be Restrained 19 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 20 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 20 If You Must Drive with Several Children 22 If a Child Requires Close Attention 22 Additional Safety Precautions 22 General Guidelines for Using Child Seats 23 Protecting Infants 27 Protecting Small Children 31 Protecting Larger Children 34 Using Child S...

Page 7: ...to occupants who sit too close to them 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 7 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 d...

Page 8: ...These include a strong steel framework 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 remai...

Page 9: ...dvantage of the vehicle s built in safety features Help protect you in almost every type of crash including frontal side and rear impacts and rollovers Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good position reduces the risk of injury f...

Page 10: ... to know about your airbags are Airbags do not replace seat belts They are designed to supplement the seat belts Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts rollovers or minor frontal or side collisions Airbags can pose serious hazards To do their job airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed So while airbags help save lives they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal in...

Page 11: ...ffectiveness and increases the chance that the seat s occupant will slide under the seat belt in a crash and be seriously injured What you should do Move the front seats as far back as possible and keep adjustable seat backs in an upright position whenever the car is moving Head Restraints Head restraints can help protect you from whiplash and other injuries For maximum protection the back of your...

Page 12: ...9 Front seat occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 12 Seat backs are upright see page 13 Head restraints are properly adjusted see page 14 All doors are closed and locked see page 12 All cargo is properly stored or secured see page 166 The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you can maximize your safety R...

Page 13: ...to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and accidentally fall out It also reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the car during a crash For security locked doors can prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop See pa...

Page 14: ... forth to make sure the seat is locked in position See page 84 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 front airbag inflates A front passenger should a...

Page 15: ... should adjust the restraint as high as possible Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries See page 88 for how to adjust the head restraints 5 Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched Also check that the belt is not twisted because a twisted bel...

Page 16: ...e strongest bones in your upper body If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height To adjust the height of a front seat belt anchor squeeze 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 ...

Page 17: ...djust the steering wheel 7 Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright well back in their seats with their feet on the floor until the car is parked and the engine is off Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down t...

Page 18: ...ortion of the belt as low as possible across your hips Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard This will reduce the risk of injuries to both the mother and her unborn child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating airbag Each time you have a check up ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive Driver and Passenger Safety Sittin...

Page 19: ...tes Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags Or if the airbags inflate the objects could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone On models with side airbags do not attach hard objects on or ne...

Page 20: ...e 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 A larger child should always be restrained with a seat belt See page...

Page 21: ...flates with tremendous speed Infants Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s front 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 front airbag can be haza...

Page 22: ...U MUST ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELT DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACING CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE AIR BAG OR BETWEEN THE AIR BAG AND YOURSELF SEE THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND EXPLANATIONS PRECAUTION POUR EVITER DES BLESSURES GRAVES POUR PROFITER D UNE PROTECTION MAXIMALE LORS...

Page 23: ...uires attention Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards from the passenger s front airbag and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks of driving placing both of you at risk If a child requires physical attention or frequent visual contact we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in the back seat The back seat is far...

Page 24: ...mall children Selecting a Child Seat To provide proper protection a child seat should meet three requirements 1 The child seat should meet safety standards The child seat should meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 FMVSS 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 CMVSS 213 Look for the manufacturer s statement of compliance on the box and seat 2 The child seat should be of the pro...

Page 25: ... of child seats vehicle seats and seat belts all child seats will not fit all vehicle seating positions However Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in your car Before purchasing a child seat we recommend that parents test the child seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where they intend to...

Page 26: ...ons 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 CONTINUED Airbags Pose Serious Risks to Children The passenger s front airbag inflates with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant in a rear facing child seat A small child in a forward facing...

Page 27: ...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 back and forth 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 can be firmly s...

Page 28: ...t can be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front seat Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat If the passenger s front 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 the back seat with the baby Do not put a rear facing ...

Page 29: ...t through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor you might hear a clicking noise as the belt retracts 3 After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be...

Page 30: ...pright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract Rear Facing Child Seat Installation Tips For proper protection an infant must ride in a reclined or semi reclined position To dete...

Page 31: ...er child seat that allows you to safely carry a front passenger Additional Precautions for Infants Never hold an infant 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 infant If you are wearing a seat belt the infant can be torn from your arms For example if your car crashes into a parked vehicle at 30 mph 48 km h a 20 lb 9 kg ...

Page 32: ...senger s front airbag can be hazardous If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries If a small child must be closely watched we recommend that another adult sit in the back seat with the child If it is necessary to put a forward facing child se...

Page 33: ...the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor you might hear a clicking noise as the belt retracts 3 After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will...

Page 34: ...n repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract 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...

Page 35: ... important precautions for children who must sit in the front seat Checking Seat Belt Fit To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt Follow the instructions on page 15 Then check how the belt fits If the shoulder part of the belt rests over the child s collarbone and against the center of the chest as shown the child is large enough to wear the se...

Page 36: ...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 the seat belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Two children should never use the same seat belt If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Using a Booster Seat If a child needs a bo...

Page 37: ... unrestrained or out of position an inflating front airbag can kill or seriously injure the child The side airbag also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries 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 ...

Page 38: ... near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is properly positioned and secured Supervise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly Using Child Seats with Tethers Your car has three tether anchorage points on the rear shelf for securing a tether style child seat to the car Since a tether can provide additional security we recommend us...

Page 39: ...otecting Children Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker s instructions Driver and Passenger Safety Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 40: ...lt 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 car be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt Du...

Page 41: ... will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible U S Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use Please see your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details If a seat belt is worn during a crash you should have your dealer inspect the belt and replace it...

Page 42: ... sensors the control unit the airbag activators driver and passenger seat belt use and all related wiring when the ignition is ON II An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the system see page 43 Emergency backup power in case your car s electrical system is disconnected in a crash How Your Front Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to severe front...

Page 43: ...river s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is actually powder from the airbag s surface Although the powder is not harmful people w...

Page 44: ...other time you should have the system checked by your dealer For example If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON II If the light stays on after the engine starts If the light comes on or flashes on and off while you drive If you see any of these indications your front or side airbags may not deploy or your passenger s side airbag automatic cutoff system may not w...

Page 45: ...a moderate to severe side impact the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or the passenger s side airbag Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact If the impact is on the passenger s side the passenger s side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger To get the best protection from the side airbags front seat occu...

Page 46: ...ns sideways and the adult s head is in the deployment path of the airbag A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or other object as a backrest It may prevent the cutoff system from working properly If this light comes on you should have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the deployment path of the side airbag the airbag will turn on and the light will go out When you tu...

Page 47: ... 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 Do not tamper with airbag components or wiring for any reason Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy possibly causing very serious injury Do not expose the front seat backs to water If rain or spilled water soaks ...

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

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 Canadian models U S models SUN VISOR Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 50: ... and Locks 69 Keys 69 Immobilizer System 70 Ignition Switch 71 Door Locks 72 Power Door Locks 73 Remote Transmitter 74 Childproof Door Locks 78 Trunk 78 Glove Box 79 HomeLink Universal Transmitter 80 Important Safety Precautions 80 Training the Transmitter 80 Training With a Rolling Code System 82 Erasing Codes 83 Seat Adjustments 84 Front Seat Adjustments 84 Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment...

Page 51: ...ols MIRROR CONTROLS P 96 DIGITAL CLOCK P 98 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 106 AUDIO SYSTEM P 121 DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 73 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 91 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 158 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE FUEL FILL DOOR P 78 156 Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 52: ... text Instruments and Controls CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR SIDE AIRBAG INDICATOR Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 53: ...y damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running For complete information see page 283 Charging System Indicator If this light comes on when the engine is running the battery is not being charged For complete information see page 284 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions 1 It lights as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake Dri...

Page 54: ...turn the ignition switch ON II and when the ignition switch is turned to START III If this light comes on at any other time there is a problem in the ABS If this happens take the car to your dealer to have it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock For complete information see page 183 Door and Brake Lamp Monitor The appropriate light comes on in this d...

Page 55: ...witch off and the parking brake set It should go off if you turn on the headlights or release the parking brake If it comes on at any other time it means there is a problem with the DRL There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 60 for information on the headlight controls On Canadian models this indicato...

Page 56: ... a properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine will not start see page 70 This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 Washer Level Indicator Canadian models only This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low Add washer fluid when you see this light come on see page 220 Instruments and Controls Main Menu Tabl...

Page 57: ...e from damage never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone Odometer The odometer shows the total dis tance your car has been driven It measures miles in U S models and kilometers in Canadian models It is illegal under U S federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect reset or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated Instrume...

Page 58: ...ditions such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving the pointer may rise to near the upper grey zone If it reaches the red Hot mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to page 281 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine s cooling system Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have It is most accurate when the car is on level ground It may show slightly more or ...

Page 59: ... 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 Honda dealer reset the indicator as follows 1 Turn off ...

Page 60: ...and the cruise control The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel To use the horn press the pad around the H logo Instruments and Controls INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 61 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 62 64 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 64 MOONROOF SWITCH P 94 CRUISE CONTROL P 66 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 64 CRUISE CONTROLS P 66 HORN P 59 REMOTE A...

Page 61: ...nition switch in ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver s door To change between low beams and high beams pull the turn signal lever until you 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 st...

Page 62: ... ten minutes The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver s door If you unlock the door but do not open it within 15 seconds the lights will go off With the driver s door open you will hear a lights on reminder chime Daytime Running Lights Canadian Models With the headlight switch off the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ...

Page 63: ...r 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 you release it Windshield Wipers The right lever controls the wind shield wipers and washers The rotary switch at the end of the lever has three positions INT intermittent low speed high speed...

Page 64: ...ften the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h 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 ...

Page 65: ...ide turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your car is disabled Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light above the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do ...

Page 66: ...l upward or downward 1 Push the lever under the steering column all the way down 2 Move the steering wheel to the 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 pla...

Page 67: ...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 3 Press the SET decel button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated Instruments and Controls Imprope...

Page 68: ...RESUME accel button repeatedly Each time you do this your car will speed up about 1 mph 1 6 km h You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the SET decel button The vehicle will decelerate Release the button when you reach the desired speed To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET decel button repeatedly Each time you do this your car will slow down about 1 m...

Page 69: ...iously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h and then press the RESUME accel button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory To use the system again refer to Using the Cruise ...

Page 70: ...a lost key replaced Keep the plate stored in a safe place If you need to replace a key use only Honda approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are 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...

Page 71: ...the engine If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key contact your Honda dealer This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your car undriveable If you have lost your key and you cannot start the...

Page 72: ...he shift lever must also 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 drivin...

Page 73: ...et go of the key Before turning the key from ON II to START III pause and make sure the immobilizer system recognizes the key s coding and turns off the immobilizer indicator The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key s coding see page 70 You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position and open th...

Page 74: ... up to unlock them To lock any passenger s door when getting out of the car push the lock tab in and close the door To lock the driver s door pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab in or push the master switch down Release the handle then close the door All doors can be locked from the outside by using the key in either front door To unlock only the driver s door from the outside inser...

Page 75: ...X V6 models You can lock and unlock your car with the remote transmitter When you push the LOCK button all doors lock The parking lights side marker lights and taillights flash once When you push the UNLOCK button once only the driver s door unlocks The remaining doors unlock when you push the button a second time The parking lights side marker lights and taillights flash twice The ceiling light i...

Page 76: ...y that the security system will be set To open the trunk push the Trunk Release button for approximately one second The trunk will not open if the key is in the ignition switch Panic Mode Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car s security system to attract attention When activated the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To activate panic mode press a...

Page 77: ...s and the LED will not light Replace the battery as soon as possible Battery type CR2025 To replace the battery pry the two parts of the transmitter apart Remove the old battery and note the polarity Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same side facing up then insert it in the transmitter Instruments and Controls BATTERY Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 78: ...ng two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Transmitter Care Avoid severe shock to the trans mitter such as dropping or throwing it Also protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth Do not use strong cleaners or solvents that could harm the...

Page 79: ...nk in three ways Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver s seat Use the master key to open the trunk lock The valet key does not work in this lock Press the trunk release button on the remote transmitter SE EX and EX V6 models only To close the trunk press down on the trunk lid See page 168 for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while ...

Page 80: ... Glove Box Open the glove box by squeezing the handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on Instruments 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 MASTER...

Page 81: ... door or gate and that no one will be injured by its movement General Information If you are training the transmitter to operate a garage door or gate it is recommended that you unplug the motor for that device during training Repeatedly pressing the remote control button could burn out the motor The HomeLink transmitter stores the code in a permanent memory There should be no need to retrain the ...

Page 82: ... you want to train 4 Press the button on the remote control and the button on the transmitter at the same time Hold down both buttons Canadian Owners The remote control you are training from may stop transmitting after two seconds This is not long enough for the HomeLink transmitter to learn the code Release and press the button on the remote control every two seconds until the transmitter has lea...

Page 83: ...re needed before the HomeLink transmitter can operate the garage door opener The Training the Transmitter procedure trains the HomeLink transmitter to the proper garage door opener code The following procedure synchronizes the HomeLink transmitter to the garage door opener so they send and receive the correct codes It may be helpful to have someone assist you with this procedure 1 Make sure you ha...

Page 84: ...ttons until the red light begins to flash rapidly 5 Release both buttons The transmitter should now be trained to operate the device Erasing Codes To erase the codes stored in all three buttons press and hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash then release the buttons You should erase all three codes before selling the vehicle As required by the FCC This device complies wi...

Page 85: ...nts See pages 12 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat backs Adjust the seat before you start driving To adjust the seat forward and backward pull up on the lever under the seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the angle of th...

Page 86: ... seat cushion to raise the front of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise the rear Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment On EX model The height of your driver s seat is power adjustable Pull up on the switch to raise the seat Push it down to lower the seat Make all adjustments before you start driving Instruments and Controls Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 87: ...h adjusts the seat bottom in several directions The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position Make all adjustments before you start driving Push the horizontal switch forward or backward to move the seat forward or backward Pull up or push down on the front of the switch to move the seat bottom s front edge up or down Pull up...

Page 88: ...ar switch in the direction you want to move Driver s Lumbar Support On EX and EX V 6 models Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Pivot the lever forward until it stops then let it return Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar support through its full range Instruments and Controls Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 89: ...r of the restraint A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible The front 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 repair pull it up as far as it will ...

Page 90: ...the key clockwise pull down the top of the seat back then release the key When storing cargo you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide To release the seat back from inside the trunk pull the release loop under the rear shelf To lock the seat back upright push it firmly against the rear shelf Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top ...

Page 91: ... into the back seat are secured Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard See Carrying Cargo on page 166 Never drive with the seat back folded down and the trunk lid open See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 47 Rear Seat Armrest On all models except DX The rear seat armrest is located at the center of the rear seat Pivot it down to use it Instruments and Controls Main Me...

Page 92: ...g it up and push firmly on the top Make sure it latches properly Make sure all items in the trunk and those extending through the pass through are secured For security this cover can be locked and unlocked only with the master key To lock the cover insert the key and turn it clockwise Never drive with this cover open and the trunk lid open See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 47 Instruments and Cont...

Page 93: ...on after the seat s temperature drops It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on In LO the heater runs continuously It does not cycle with temperature changes Because of the sensors for the side airbag system there is no heater in the passenger s seat back Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters ...

Page 94: ... driver s door armrest has a master power window control panel To open any of the passengers win dows push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position To close the window pull back on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want CONTINUED Instruments and Controls Closing a power window on someone s hands or fin...

Page 95: ...engers windows With this switch off the passengers windows cannot be raised or lowered The MAIN switch does not affect the driver s window Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them selves by operating the windows unintentionally The power window system has a key off delay function The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off th...

Page 96: ...turn the ignition ON II for the moonroof to operate If you try to open the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covered with snow or ice you can damage the moonroof panel or motor Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position ...

Page 97: ...o 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 move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch Instruments and Controls SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Main Menu Table of Con...

Page 98: ...the heaters off Parking Brake To apply the parking brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up slightly push the button and lower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running see page 52 Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles Instruments and Controls HEAT...

Page 99: ...mbers advance to the desired minutes You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour pressing R sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 Instruments and Controls H M R M...

Page 100: ... it latches You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid To use the tray pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pad Coin Box The coin box is located under the air vent To open the coin box pull the bottom edge Close it with a firm push Instruments and Controls CONSOLE COMPARTMENT LEVER LEVER COIN BOX Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 101: ...d a larger cup Be careful when you are using the beverage holder 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 On all models except DX model The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest To use it pivot the armrest down Instruments and Controls Push Main Menu Tab...

Page 102: ...out the extension Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror Vanity Mirror To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover All models except the DX model have lighted vanity mirrors The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on ...

Page 103: ...re driving Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder Accessory Power Socket To use the accessory power socket pull out on the cover The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element Instruments and Controls Mai...

Page 104: ...ghtly then fades out in about 10 seconds In the ON position the ceiling light stays on continuously The ceiling light with the switch in the center position also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter see page 74 The light fades out after both doors are closed Spotlights On all models except DX Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light Push the button ag...

Page 105: ...or This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals If you remove the floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your car If you replace it use a genuine Honda floor mat that is designed to be used with the floor mat anchor in your car If you use a non Honda floor mat in the driver s footwell make sure it fits properly and that it can be used ...

Page 106: ...ully automatic Operation 115 Semi automatic Operation 116 Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor 120 Audio System DX LX and LX V6 121 Operating the Radio 122 Adjusting the Sound 125 Operating the Cassette Player 126 Caring for Cassettes 128 Operating the Optional CD Changer 129 Protecting Compact Discs 131 CD Changer Error Indications 132 Audio System EX and EX V6 133 Operating the Radio 134 Adjusting...

Page 107: ...ockwise increases the temperature of the air flow Air Conditioning A C Button Air Conditioning is optional on the U S DX model This button turns the air condi tioning ON and OFF The indicator above the button lights when the A C is on Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off see page 64 Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going i...

Page 108: ...ir 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 When you select or the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A C Comfort and Convenience Features Main Me...

Page 109: ...down and side to side DRIVER S SIDE VENT On the driver s side vent move the vent up and down and move the tab side to side On the passenger s side vent move the tab up and down and move the vent side to side PASSENGER S SIDE VENT The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them Comfort and Convenience Features CENTER VENT Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 110: ...C off can cause the windows to fog up Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are 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 ...

Page 111: ... C by pressing the button Make sure the tempera ture control dial is set to maximum cool 3 Set the fan to maximum speed 4 Open the windows partially Select and Fresh Air mode 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 temperatu...

Page 112: ...ure control dial 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 Select When you select the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A C 3 Adjust the temperature control dial ...

Page 113: ...f the windshield and the side window defroster vents The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up You can close the side vents with the dial underneath each vent This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents For safety make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system tempor...

Page 114: ... move the tab up and down and side to side On the driver s side vent move the vent up and down and move the tab side to side On the passenger s side vent move the tab up and down and move the vent side to side The side vents can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them CENTER VENTS The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep these...

Page 115: ...Climate Control System PASSENGER S SIDE VENT Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 116: ...e temperature to its lower limit 60 F 18 C or its upper limit 90 F 32 C the system runs at full cooling or heating only It does not regulate the interior temperature When the temperature is set between the lower and upper limits the system regulates the interior temperature to the set value In cold weather the fan will not come on automatically until the car has been driven for a short time and th...

Page 117: ...n Press the A C button to turn the air conditioning on and off You will see A C ON or A C OFF in the display When you turn the A C off the sys tem cannot regulate the inside tem perature if you set the dial below the outside temperature With the A C on use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air flow to a comfortable setting Comfort and Convenience Features AIR CONDITIONI...

Page 118: ...the fan speed by turning the fan control dial When you turn the dial clockwise the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed Turning the dial fully clockwise increases the fan s speed which increases air flow Mode Button Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes Each time you press the M...

Page 119: ... de froster vents at the base of the wind shield The main air flow comes from the floor vents The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents The main air flow comes from the dashboard vents Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 120: ...h Air mode For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing the button again the system returns to its former settings Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off see page 64 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Featu...

Page 121: ...imate control system has two sensors A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them Comfort and Convenience Features TEMPERATURE SENSOR Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 122: ...our 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 Cont...

Page 123: ...e Preset buttons TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the upper part to tune to a higher frequency or the lower part to tune to a lower frequency The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency To change the frequency in small increments press and release the TUNE bar quickly SEEK The SEEK function se...

Page 124: ...g signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to press the SCAN button again CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features AM FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB SEEK SWITCH TUNE BAR Main Menu T...

Page 125: ...ion to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that station Press the button and hold it until you hear a 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 car s battery goes dead is disco...

Page 126: ... liking Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it 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 level Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the se...

Page 127: ...tions With a cassette playing you can use the FF REW SKIP or REPEAT function to find a desired program FF REW Fast Forward and Re wind move the tape rapidly To re wind the tape push the REW button You will see REW in the display To fast forward the tape push the FF button You will see FF displayed Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward If the system reaches the end ...

Page 128: ...ying it will automatically go into rewind When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage the system returns to PLAY mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR FF BUTTON REW BUTTON RPT BUTTON PLAY BUTTON PROG BUTTON SKIP BUTTON DOLB...

Page 129: ...se level between selections or a silent period in the middle of selection Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems See page 150 for information on cassette care and protection Comfort and Convenience Features EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR FF BUTTON REW BUTTON RPT BUTTON PLAY BUTTON PROG BUTTON DOLBY BUTTON SKIP BUTTON Main Menu T...

Page 130: ...hat is operated by the radio controls To operate this unit use the 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 CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features SK...

Page 131: ...ng of a track Push the switch up to move to the beginning of the next track and push the switch down to move to the beginning of the current track If you push and hold the SKIP switch you will hear a beep and the system will continue to move across tracks Release the switch when you think it has reached the desired place on the disc REPEAT When you activate the Repeat feature by pressing the RPT b...

Page 132: ... button When you return to CD mode play will continue at the same disc and track If you turn the system off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or the ignition switch play will continue at the same disc and track when you turn it back on Protecting Compact Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs see page 144 Comfort and Convenience Features PWR VOL KNOB RPT ...

Page 133: ...u 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 car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 134: ...both AM and FM bands while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations 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 152 Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 135: ... the same knob The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed To change bands press the AM or FM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broad casting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available Comfort and Convenience Features PWR VOL KNOB FM BUTTON AM BUTTON TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SEEK BUTTONS Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 136: ...or approximately five seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to press the SCAN button again 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 st...

Page 137: ...omatically scans both bands looking for stations with strong signals It stores the frequencies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations If 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...

Page 138: ...en store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre viously When you return home turn off Auto Select by pressing the A SEL button The preset buttons will then select the frequencies you originally set TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features PRESET BUTTONS SEEK BUTTONS Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 139: ...ccidentally 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 level Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it To adjust ...

Page 140: ...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 141: ...fected 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 problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the pa...

Page 142: ...out using an adapter ring In all cases play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems When the system reaches the end of the disc it will return to the begin ning and play that disc again You can switch to the radio while a CD is playing by pressing the AM or FM button Press the CD button to return to playing the CD The CD will begin playing where it lef...

Page 143: ...he button when the system reaches the point you want Each time you press the button and release it the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press and release the button to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press and release it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track REPEAT To activate the Repeat feature press and release the Repeat button You will ...

Page 144: ...ry to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load and play If you load a CD in the in dash player while the changer is playing a CD the system will stop the changer and begin playing the in dash CD To select the changer again press the CD button Play will begin where it left off Use the CD button to switch between the player and the changer If you eject the in dash CD w...

Page 145: ...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 146: ...u see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 147: ...u 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 car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 148: ...ette most of the way into the slot The system will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to 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 CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features REPEAT BUTTON PROG BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS NR BUTTON FF BUTTON FM BUTTON CD ...

Page 149: ...he cassette will remain in the drive When you turn the system back on the tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing press the AM FM or CD TAPE CHG button To change back to the cassette player push the CD TAPE CHG button Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing you can use the FF REW SKIP or REPEAT function to find a desired program F...

Page 150: ...ss the REPEAT button to activate it you will see RPT displayed as a reminder When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing it will automatically go into rewind When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage the system returns to PLAY mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again The SKIP and REPEAT fu...

Page 151: ... jam the drive Look at the cassette before you insert it If the tape is loose tighten it by turning a hub with a pencil or your finger If the label is peeling off remove it from the cassette or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture...

Page 152: ...change stations Each time you press this button the system advances to the next preset station on the band you are listening to You will see the number of the selected Preset button in the display To change bands press the AM or FM button on the audio system s front panel If you are playing a cassette use the AUDIO CH button to advance to the next selection You will see FF blinking in the display ...

Page 153: ...m your Honda dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead or the radio fuse is removed 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 ...

Page 154: ... starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself SECURITY SYSTEM LIGHT Once the security system is set opening any door without using the key or the remote transmitter or the hood will cause it to alarm It also alarms if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut With the system set you can still open the trunk with the master key or the remote transmitter wi...

Page 155: ...on in this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 156 Gasoline 156 Service Station Procedures 156 Filling the Fuel Tank 156 Opening the Hood 158 Oil Check 160 Engine Coolant Check 162 Fuel Economy 163 Vehicle Condition 163 Driving Habits 163 Accessories and Modifications 164 Carrying Cargo 166 Before Dr...

Page 156: ...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 car s emissions controls This contributes to air pollution In Canada some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called MMT If you use such gasolines your emissio...

Page 157: ...lp keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere If the fuel pump keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with this system Consult your dealer 5 Screw the fuel fill cap back on three times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on see page 285 6 Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches Before Driving Gasoline is hi...

Page 158: ...ngers under the front edge of the hood to the right of center Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle up until it releases the hood Lift the hood If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated see page 229 Before Driving H...

Page 159: ...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 fender then let it drop After closing the hood make sure it is securely latched 6 cylinder models 3 Lift the hood up most of the way The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up CONTINUED Before Driving Main Menu Table of Conten...

Page 160: ...fter closing the hood make sure it is securely latched Oil Check 4 cylinder models DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you fill the car with fuel Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange handle 6 cylinder models DIPSTICK Before Driving Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 161: ...ice Station Procedures 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it all the way back in its tube 6 cylinder models CONTINUED Before Driving 4 cylinder models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 162: ...vel 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 213 for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 205 for information on checking other items in your Honda Before Driving UPPER MARK LOWER MARK RESERVE TANK MAX MAX RESERVE TANK 4 cylinder models MIN 6 cylinder models...

Page 163: ...er 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 car 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 not nece...

Page 164: ... systems should not interfere with your car s computer controlled systems such as the SRS and anti lock brake system However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed your car s electrical system capacity they can interfere with the operation of your car or even cause the airbags to deploy Before installing any accessory Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights or int...

Page 165: ... part of your Supplemental Restraint System Modifications could make the system ineffective Additional Safety Precaution Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags Or if the airbags inflate the objec...

Page 166: ...small lightweight items The trunk is intended for larger heavier 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 car s handling stability and operation and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Before Driving FRONT DOOR POCKET M...

Page 167: ...hat could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf They can block your view and be thrown around the car 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 drivi...

Page 168: ...during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid 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 dealer ...

Page 169: ...arting the Engine 171 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 172 5 speed Manual Transmission 173 Recommended Shift Points 174 Engine Speed Limiter 174 Automatic Transmission 174 Shift Lever Position Indicator 175 Shift Lever Positions 175 Engine Speed Limiter 178 Shift Lock Release 178 Parking 180 The Braking System 181 Brake Wear Indicators 181 Brake System Design 182 Anti lock Brakes 182 Impo...

Page 170: ...e are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 84 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 95 7 Check the adjustment of the steering wheel see page 65 8 Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked 9 Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page 14 10 Turn the ignition switch ON I...

Page 171: ...or more than 15 seconds at a time Pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again 5 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed half way down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race 6 If the engine still does not start press the accelerator pedal all the way down...

Page 172: ...he battery 2 Push the accelerator pedal half way to the floor and hold it there while starting the engine Do not hold the ignition key in START III for more than 15 seconds When the engine starts release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up and smooths out 3 If the engine fails to start in step 2 push the accelerator pedal to the floor and hold it there while you try to start th...

Page 173: ...the car moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while going down a steep ...

Page 174: ...s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone Before downshifting make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer s red zone in the lower gear Automatic Transmission Your Honda s transmission has four forward speeds and is electronically cont...

Page 175: ...g 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 engine When you are stopped in D4 D3 2 1 N or R press firmly on the brake pedal and keep your foot off the accele...

Page 176: ... 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 to a complete stop and then shift Press the release button before shifting into Reverse from Neutral Neutral N Use Neutral if you need to restart a stalled engine or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling Shift to Park posi tion if you need t...

Page 177: ...cond 2 To shift to Second press the release button on the side of the shift lever This position locks the transmission in second gear It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop Second gives you more power when climbing and increased engine braking when going down steep hills Use second gear when starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow It will help reduce wheelspin First...

Page 178: ... Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work 1 Set the Parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift Lock Release slot cover next to the shift lever Use a small flat tipped screwdriver or small metal plate neither are included in the...

Page 179: ...eutral 6 Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot then reinstall the cover Make sure the notch on the cover is on the left side Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine If you need to use the Shift Lock Release it means your car is developing a problem Have the car checked by your Honda dealer Driving Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 180: ...curb If you have a manual transmission put it in first gear If the car is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb If you have a manual transmission put it in reverse gear 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 moonroof and the windows are closed Tu...

Page 181: ...aking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently 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 The front disc brakes on all models have audible brake wear indicators The...

Page 182: ...even though you turn the steering wheel The ABS helps to prevent lock up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person can 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...

Page 183: ...or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car 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 ABS Indicator U S indicator shown The ABS is self checking If anything goes ...

Page 184: ...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 extra cautious for the first few miles kilometers of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions This is especially true in snow A person can forget some snow driving techniques during the summer months Practice i...

Page 185: ... 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 186: ...The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be approximately 10 percent of the trailer weight Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway Too much tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control To achieve a proper tongue load start by loading 60 percent of the load toward the front of the trailer and 40 percent toward th...

Page 187: ...ecking Loads The best way to confirm that vehicle and trailer weights are within limits is to have them checked at a public scale Using a suitable scale or a special tongue load gauge check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination a fully loaded vehicle and trailer then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change Driving Exceeding load limits or improperly loading ...

Page 188: ...sure that it is secured to both the trailer and hitch and that it crosses under the tongue so it can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched Leave enough slack to allow the trailer to turn corners easily but do not let the chain drag on the ground Trailer Brakes Honda recommends that any trailer having a total weight of 1 000 Ibs 450 kg or more be equipped with its own electric or surge type bra...

Page 189: ... pins that mate with the connector in your vehicle from your Honda dealer Since lighting and wiring vary with trailer type and brand you should also have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer Driving CONTINUED GROUND BLACK BACK UP LIGHT GREEN BLACK LEFT TURN SIGNAL GREEN BLUE RIGHT TURN SIGNAL GREEN YELLOW BRAKE LIGHT WHITE BLACK TAILLIGHT RED BLAC...

Page 190: ...ing away be sure to check the following The vehicle has been properly serviced and the tires brakes suspension and cooling system are in good operating condition All weights and loads are within limits see pages 186 and 187 The hitch safety chain and any other attachments are secure All items on and in the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive The lights and brakes on your ...

Page 191: ...s more slowly and wider than normal The trailer tracks a smaller arc than your vehicle and it can hit or run over something the vehicle misses Allow more time and distance for braking Do not brake or turn suddenly as this could cause the trailer to jackknife or turn over Driving on Hills When climbing hills closely watch your temperature gauge If it nears the red Hot mark turn the air conditioning...

Page 192: ...Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up Grip the bottom of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right Parking Follow all normal precautions when parking including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park automatic or in 1 st or Reve...

Page 193: ...ntenance Checks 205 Fluid Locations 206 Engine Oil 208 Adding Oil 208 Recommended Oil 208 Synthetic Oil 210 Additives 210 Changing the Oil and Filter 210 Cooling System 213 Adding Engine Coolant 213 Replacing Engine Coolant 215 Windshield Washers 220 Transmission Fluid 221 Automatic Transmission 221 5 speed Manual Transmission 223 Brake and Clutch Fluid 224 Brake System 224 Clutch System 225 Power...

Page 194: ...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 car or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the insp...

Page 195: ...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 commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sp...

Page 196: ...load limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit Drive your car regularly over a distance of several miles kilometers Always use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating see page 156 Which Schedule to Follow Service your car ...

Page 197: ...rts 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 Acco...

Page 198: ...ply NOTE If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 197 1 Balancer belt applies to 4 cylinder models only Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 199: ...hedule 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 197 1 Balancer belt applies to 4 cylinder models only page 244 Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 200: ... 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 Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 197 1 See Timing Belt on page 240 to determine need for replacement 2 Balancer belt applies to 4 cylinder models o...

Page 201: ...lowing Severe Conditions or normally driven in Canada otherwise use the Normal Schedule Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first Do the items in A B C D as required for each distance time Maintenance CONTINUED page 244 Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 202: ...olumn page 197 1 See Timing Belt on page 240 to determine need for replacement 2 Balancer belt applies to 4 cylinder models only 3 See Air Conditioning Filter on page 239 for replacement information under special conditions Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 203: ...ou or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 198 or severe conditions page 200 Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle Maintenance CONTINUED Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 204: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 205: ... 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 220 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 221 Brakes Check the fluid level monthly See page 224 Tires Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects See page 240 Lights Check the operation of the hea...

Page 206: ... ENGINE OIL FILL CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop CLUTCH FLUID 5 speed Manual Transmission only Gray cap Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 207: ...tenance ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap RADIATOR CAP COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop BRAKE FLUID Gray cap Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 208: ... it securely Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level Do not fill above the upper mark you could damage the engine Recommended Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine s performance and longevity Always use a premium grade deter gent oil Maintenance ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 209: ...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 service rating may include other classifications such as CD These additional classifications are not a problem as long as the label also carries the SJ classification The oil container may also display the API Certification seal Make sure it says For Gasoline Engine...

Page 210: ...ot need any oil additives Purchasing additives for the engine or transmission will not increase your car s performance or longevity It only increases the cost of operating your car Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance miles kilometers recommenda tions in the maintenance schedule The oil and filter collect contami nants that can damage your...

Page 211: ...il drain A special wrench available from your Honda dealer is required to remove the filter 4 Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it 5 Put a new washer on the drain bolt then reinstall the drain bolt Tighten it to 33 lbf ft 44 N m 4 5 kgf m CONTINUED Maintenance WASHER DRAIN BOLT WASHER DRAIN BOLT OIL FILTER 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models Main M...

Page 212: ...et 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 engine oil can be harmful to the environment If you change your own oil please dispose of the used oil properly Put it in a sealed containe...

Page 213: ...able you may use another major brand non silicate coolant as a temporary 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 comp...

Page 214: ... turning counterclockwise 4 The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low 5 Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully Maintenance Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out seriously scalding you Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap RADIATOR CAP 4 cylinder models 6 cylind...

Page 215: ...g Engine Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze Coolant Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic CONTINUED Maintenan...

Page 216: ...model Turn the ignition ON II Turn the temperature control dial to 90 F 32 C Turn off the ignition and remove the key 2 Remove the radiator cap 4 cylinder models 3 Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator The coolant will drain through the splash guard Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block Maintenance 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models DRAIN PLUG DRAI...

Page 217: ...t up Drain the coolant then put the tank back in its holder 6 cylinder models When removing the reserve tank first remove the cruise control cable and the ground cable from their clips After installing the tank back in place put the cables back in their clips CONTINUED Maintenance DRAIN PLUG 6 cylinder models DRAIN BOLT RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK CAP 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models HOLDER Main ...

Page 218: ... block securely Tightening torque 7 lbf ft 10 N m 1 0 kgf m 7 Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean container The cooling system capacity is With 5 speed manual transmission 1 45 US gal 5 5 1 21 Imp gal With automatic transmission 1 43 US gal 5 4 1 19 Imp gal 6 cylinder models 1 48 US gal 5 6 1 23 Imp gal Maintenance RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK...

Page 219: ...ve tank cap 12 Install the radiator cap and tighten it to the first stop 13 Start the engine and let it run until the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice Then stop the engine 14 Remove the radiator cap Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark 15 Start the engine and hold it at 1 500 rpm until the cooling fan comes on Tur...

Page 220: ...5 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 Antifreeze can damage your car s paint while a vinegar water solution can damage the windshield washer pump Use only commercially available windshield washer fluid Wh...

Page 221: ...he lower mark 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...

Page 222: ...he lower mark 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...

Page 223: ...all the filler bolt and tighten it securely If Honda MTF is not available you may use an API service SG SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W 30 or 10W40 as a temporary replacement An SG grade is preferred but an SH or SJ grade may be used if SG is not available However motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use can cause stiffer shifting Replace as soon as co...

Page 224: ... a sealed container as a temporary replacement However the use of 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 car s braking system and can cause extensive damage Brake System The fluid level should be between the MIN ...

Page 225: ...clutch system Have this system inspected as soon as possible Power Steering You should check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir monthly Check the level when the engine is cold Look at the side of the reservoir The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL If it is below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL CONTINUED Maintenance UPPER LEVEL 6 cylind...

Page 226: ...n as possible Turning the steering wheel to full left or right lock and holding it there can damage the power steering pump Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be cleaned or replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule Cleaning Severe Conditions Clean the air cleaner element by blowing compressed air through it in the opposite direction to ...

Page 227: ...ur hold down clamps and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove the old air cleaner element 3 Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag 4 Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing 5 Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover snap the four hold down clamps back into place Maintenance CLAMPS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 228: ...t 1 Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove the old air cleaner element 3 Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag 4 Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing 5 Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover tighten the four bolts Maintenance BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 229: ... not sure how to clean and grease the latch contact your Honda dealer Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule Replacement 1 Clean up any 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 sock...

Page 230: ...ter it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 13 lbf ft 18 N 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 Specifications NGK DENSO PZFR5F 11 PKJ16CR L11 Spark Plug Gap 0 04 i...

Page 231: ...p 2 Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils 3 Disconnect the wire connector from the ignition coil by pushing on the lock tab and pulling on the connector Pull on the plastic connector not the wires 4 Use a wrench to remove the hexagon socket head cap bolt holding the ignition coil Remove the ignition coil by pulling it straight out 5 Remove the spark plug with a fi...

Page 232: ...vertightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head 8 Install the ignition coil Reinstall the hexagon socket head cap bolt 9 Push the wire connector onto the ignition coil Make sure it locks in place 10 Repeat this procedure for the other five spark plugs 11 Reinstall the cover on the front cylinder bank while putting its mounting clip in the hole on the passenger s side Secure the ...

Page 233: ...icator 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 corrosion CONTINUED Maintenance TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST I...

Page 234: ...ghten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system Maintenance 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you Wear protect...

Page 235: ... 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 152 Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car s electronic controls Detach the battery cables before connecting the battery to a charger Maintenance NOTICE Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 236: ...se signs or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace the blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Raise the driver s side first then the passenger s side 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 Maintenance WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 237: ...emove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs 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 Lower the passenger s side first then the driver s side Maintenance BLADE BLADE RE...

Page 238: ...t bristle brush to clean them Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady 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 Recharge the syste...

Page 239: ...l system becomes less than usual Have the air conditioning filter replaced by your Honda dealer Drive Belts Check the condition of the drive belts two on 4 cylinder models one on 6 cylinder models Examine the edges of each belt for cracks or fraying Check the tension of each belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys The belts should have the following play or deflection 4 cy...

Page 240: ...temperatures over 110 F 43 C In very low temperatures under 20 F 29 C Tires To safely operate your car your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed information on how and when to check air pressure how to inspect your tires for damage and wear and what to do when your tires need to be replaced Mainte...

Page 241: ...o check the spare tire at the same time you check all the other tires Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold This means the car has been parked for at least three hours If you have to drive the car before checking the tire pressure the tires can still be considered cold if you drive less than 1 mile 1 6 km If you check the pressure when the tires are hot the car has been driven several...

Page 242: ... same as for normal driving The compact spare tire pressure is 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm 2 These pressures are also given on the tire information label on the driver s doorjamb Tubeless tires have some ability to self seal if they are punctured However because leakage is often very slow you should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure Maintenance LX SE EX Main Menu Table of C...

Page 243: ...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 the wheel alignment The tires were...

Page 244: ...hen shopping 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 car were selected to match the perform ance capabilities of the car while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort a...

Page 245: ... you ever need to replace a wheel make sure the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheel that came on your car Replacement wheels are available at your Honda dealer Wheels and Tires Wheel DX 14 x 5 1 2 JJ LX SE EX 15 x 6 JJ LX V6 EX V6 15 x 6 1 2 JJ Tire DX P195 70R14 90S LX SE EX P195 65R15 89H LX V6 EX V6 P205 65R15 92V See page 301 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading ...

Page 246: ...cable type only when required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the correct size for your tires Install them only on the front tires 4 cylinder models If link type traction devices are used they must be SAE Class S Cable type traction devices can also be used 6 cylinder models Because your Honda has limited tire clearance mount only SAE Class S cable type traction devices Link...

Page 247: ...east once a month A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL SIDE MARKER LIGHT PARKING LIGHT CONTINUED Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 248: ...function 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 299 to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed Maintenance HIGH MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT BACK UP LIGHT STOP TAILLIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT TAILLIGHT Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 249: ...full 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 the trunk with the items you normally carry If you usually pull a trailer load it as you would normally and attach it to the car Push down on the front and rear bumpers several times to make sure the car is sitting normally 3 Open the hood 4 C...

Page 250: ... 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 7 If you cannot get the indicator to align have your Honda dealer inspect the car for body damage or suspension problems Maintenance VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 251: ...u need to change a bulb on the passenger s side on the driver s side on 6 cylinder models remove the radiator reserve tank 2 Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by squeezing the connector to unlock the tab then slide the connector off the bulb 3 Remove the bulb by turning it approximately one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Insert the new bulb into the hole and turn it one quarter turn c...

Page 252: ... from the fender and bumper 4 Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 5 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise until it unlocks 6 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 8 ...

Page 253: ...nterclockwise to remove it from the lens 2 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 3 Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens and turn it clockwise until it locks 4 Turn on the parking lights to make sure the new bulb works Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 254: ...se 4 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 5 Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks 6 Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working 7 Reinstall the trunk lining Make sure it is installed under the edge of the trunk seal 8 Put the fastener in the hole on the side of the trunk lining an...

Page 255: ...t 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 Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 256: ...he socket 3 Install the new bulb and reinstall the socket Make sure the new bulb is working Replacing a Rear License Bulb 1 Remove the license light assembly by carefully prying on the left edge of the lens with a flat tip screwdriver and pulling the assembly out 2 Remove the lens from the bulb holder by pulling the lens while squeezing the tabs on both sides of the holder Maintenance BULB Main Me...

Page 257: ... 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 Not available on DX model Pry on the top middle of the lens Ceiling light Pry on the front edge of the lens near both sides Spotlight Not available on DX model...

Page 258: ...Lights On all models except DX model On all models except DX model On all models except DX model Maintenance SPOTLIGHT DOOR LIGHT SUN VISOR Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 259: ...en the trunk Pull down the trunk light cover 2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 3 Push the new bulb into the metal tabs 4 Push the cover back in place Lights Maintenance TRUNK LIGHT Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 260: ...eing stored indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front 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 vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and trunk seals Cover the car with a breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotto...

Page 261: ...e the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 262 Washing 262 Waxing 263 Aluminum Wheels 263 Paint Touch up 263 Interior Care 264 Carpeting 264 Fabric 264 Vinyl 264 Leather 264 Seat Belts 265 Windows 265 Air Fresheners 265 Corrosion Protection 266 Body Repairs 267 Appearance Care Main Menu ...

Page 262: ...ld detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the car using the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top 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 ...

Page 263: ...rs also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Aluminum Wheels On SE EX and EX V6 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 i...

Page 264: ...rea of the fabric first to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild soap and water Use the same solution with a soft bristle brush on more difficult spots You can also use commercially available spray or foam type vinyl cleaners...

Page 265: ...negar 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 and antenna wires are bonded to the inside of the glass Wiping vigorously up and down can dislodge and break these wires When cleaning the rear window use gentle pressure and wipe side to side Air Fres...

Page 266: ...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 car This is especially important in areas that use road salt in...

Page 267: ...hey 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 have begun Take your car to your authorized Honda d...

Page 268: ... will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 270 Changing a Flat Tire 271 If Your Engine Won t Start 276 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 277 The Starter Operates Normally 278 Jump Starting 278 If Your Engine Overheats 281 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 283 Charging System Indicator 284 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 285 Brake System Indicator 286 Clos...

Page 269: ...me road sur faces than the regular tire Use greater caution while driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especially to fit your car Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model The compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular tire Replace it when you can see the tread wea...

Page 270: ... warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the car while you change the tire 3 Open the trunk Raise the trunk floor by lifting up on the back edge 4 Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well 5 The tools are in the tool box on the right side of the trunk Take the tools out of the tool box CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected The ...

Page 271: ...ing the handle counterclock wise then pulling on the cover 7 Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 8 Loosen the four wheel nuts 4 cylinder or five V 6 1 2 turn with the wheel wrench Taking Care of the Unexpected JACK WHEEL NUTS Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 272: ...ension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground DX and LX models Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or other tool The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts 11 Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up Pl...

Page 273: ...ully it may be hot from driving 13 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 14 Lower the car to the ground and remove the jack Taking Care of the Unexpected BRAKE HUB Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 274: ...ut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 80 lbf ft 108N m 11 kgf m 16 SE EX EX V6 models Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 4 cylinder model 6 cylinder model Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 275: ...hed or damaged If Your Engine Won t Start Diagnosing why your engine won t start falls into two areas depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START III You hear nothing or almost nothing The engine s starter motor does not operate at all or operates very slowly You can hear the starter motor operating normally or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal but the e...

Page 276: ...ssion it must be in Park or Neutral Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or don t light at all the battery is discharged See Jump Starting on page 278 Turn the ignition switch to START III If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is proba bly something wrong with the electri...

Page 277: ... the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it To jump start your car follow these directions closely 1 Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery see page 233 In very cold weather check the condition of the electrolyte If it se...

Page 278: ...o the negative terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown Do not connect this jumper cable to any other 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 Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 279: ... metal to metal contact 7 Once your car is running discon nect the negative cable from your car then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your car then the booster battery Taking Care of the Unexpected 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models BOOSTER BATTERY 6 cylinder models BOOSTER BATTERY Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 280: ...tion 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 high heat...

Page 281: ... 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 dial to maximum climate control to FULL AUTO at 90 F 32 C 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 pl...

Page 282: ... can safely get the car stopped 1 Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 Let the car sit for a minute Open the hood and check the oil level see page 160 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 bring the l...

Page 283: ...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 284: ...e 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 car checked by the dealer as soon as possible Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem Avoid full throttle acceleration and driving at high speed Yo...

Page 285: ...spected for leaks or worn brake pads However if the brake pedal 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 car begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal The distance needed t...

Page 286: ...ediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the center of the headliner 5 Insert the moonroof wrench into the socket behind this plug Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed 6 Remove the wrench Replace the round plug Taking Care...

Page 287: ...re located on each side of the dashboard To open an interior fuse box open the car door Pull the cover open then take it out of its hinges by pulling it toward you The under hood fuse box is located in the back of the engine compart ment on the passenger s side To open it push the tabs as shown Taking Care of the Unexpected INTERIOR UNDER HOOD TAB Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 288: ...eck 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 wire inside Removing these fuses requires a Phillips head screw driver 4 Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse box and all the fuses in...

Page 289: ... 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 the circuit install one with a lower rating 6 If the replacement fuse of the...

Page 290: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 291: ...Fuses Taking Care of the Unexpected PASSENGER S SIDE INTERIOR FUSE BOXES DRIVER S SIDE 1 On Canadian models 2 On models with side airbags On Canadian models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 292: ... of the car off the ground Your car s suspension and body can be seriously damaged This method of towing is unacceptable If your Honda cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed by wheel lift equipment with the front wheels off the ground If due to damage your car must be towed with the front wheels on the ground do the following 5 speed Manual Transmission Release the parking brake Shif...

Page 293: ...and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery Trying to lift or tow your car by the bumpers will cause serious damage The bumpers are not designed to support the car s weight Taking Care of the Unexpected NOTICE NOTICE The steering wheel system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ignition switch in Accessory I and make...

Page 294: ...e Quality Grading 301 Treadwear 301 Traction 301 Temperature 302 Oxygenated Fuels 303 Driving in Foreign Countries 304 Emissions Controls 305 The Clean Air Act 305 Crankcase Emissions Control System 305 Evaporative Emissions Control System 305 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery 305 Exhaust Emissions Controls 306 PGM FI System 306 Ignition Timing Control System 306 Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR Syste...

Page 295: ...insuring your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label Technical Information VEHICLE IDENTIFICAT...

Page 296: ...s on the front The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission 4 cylinder Models Technical Information AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER 6 cylinder Models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 297: ... 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 3 6 cylinder models Technical Information 6 cylinder models 6 cylinder models Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 298: ...Specifications 1 DX 2 LX SE and EX 3 6 cylinder models Technical Information pages 230 and 232 page 292 page 291 CONTINUED Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 299: ...Specifications 1 DX 2 LX EX SE 3 4 cylinder models 4 6 cylinder models Technical Information Tires Main Menu Table of Contents ...

Page 300: ...2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the ti...

Page 301: ...re can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not ...

Page 302: ...ohol You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume 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 Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel that contains memanol Methanol can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage ...

Page 303: ...e 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 car back into compliance will require the replace ment of several components such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter These re...

Page 304: ...an Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the ...

Page 305: ...timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold 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 Thro...

Page 306: ...et on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your car s three way catalytic converter Always use unleaded gasoline Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the c...

Page 307: ...elations Customer Relations Information 310 U S Zone Office Map 311 Canada Zone Office Map 312 Warranty Coverages 313 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 314 Authorized Manuals 315 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Menu ...

Page 308: ...you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office Refer to the U S and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages When you call or write please give us this information Vehicle Identification Number see page 296 Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name address...

Page 309: ...e period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please 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 prov...

Page 310: ... it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or 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 Washing...

Page 311: ... 40 Lap Shoulder Belts 40 Seat Belt Maintenance 41 Seat Belt System Components 40 Additional Information About Your Side Airbags 44 How The Side Airbag Indicator Light Works 45 How Your Side Airbags Work 44 Additives Engine Oil 210 Adjustments Mirrors 95 Head Restraints 88 Seats 84 Steering Wheel 65 Airbag SRS 9 Air Cleaner Element 226 Air Conditioning 106 Maintenance 238 Usage 106 Air Conditionin...

Page 312: ...ker Lights 252 Headlights 251 High mount Brake Light 256 License Plate Lights 256 Specifications 299 Spotlight 258 Trunk Light 259 Turn Signal Lights 252 Bulbs Halogen 251 Cables Jump Starting With 279 Capacities Chart 298 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 47 Carrying Cargo 166 Cassette Player Care 150 Operation 126 147 CAUTION Explanation of ii CD Changer 129 143 CD Player 141 Certification Label 296 Chains...

Page 313: ... Reporting Safety 314 DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid 221 Dimensions 298 Dimming the Headlights 60 Dipstick Automatic Transmission 221 222 Engine Oil 160 Directional Signals 62 Disabled Towing Your Car If 293 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 181 Disposal of Used Oil 212 Doors Locking and Unlocking 72 Power Door Locks 72 DOT Tire Quality Grading 301 Downshifting 5 speed Manual Transmission 173 Dr...

Page 314: ... Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level 223 5 speed Manual Transmission Shifting the 173 Flashers Hazard Warning 64 Flat Tire Changing a 271 Fluids Automatic Transmission 221 222 Brake 224 Clutch 225 Manual Transmission 223 Power Steering 225 Windshield Washer 220 FM Stereo Radio Reception 139 Folding Rear Seat 89 Foreign Countries Driving in 304 Four way Flashers 64 Front End Towing by Emergenc...

Page 315: ...225 Hydroplaning 185 Identification Number Vehicle 296 If Your Car Has to be Towed 293 Ignition Keys 69 Switch 71 Timing Control System 306 Immobilizer System 70 Important Safety Precautions 6 Indicator Lights Instrument Panel 51 Infant Restraint 27 Inflation Proper Tire 241 Inside Mirror 95 Inspection Tire 243 Instrument Panel 51 Instrument Panel Brightness 61 Interior Cleaning 264 Interior Light...

Page 316: ...ey Position 72 Opening the Hood 158 Operation in Foreign Countries 304 Outside Mirrors 95 Overheating Engine 281 Owner Maintenance Checks 205 Oxygenated Fuel 303 Panel Brightness Control 61 Park Gear Position 176 Parking 180 Parking Brake 97 Parking Lights 60 Parking Over Things that Burn 307 PGM FI System 306 Polishing and Waxing 263 Power Door Locks 72 Mirrors 96 Steering 225 Windows 93 Pre Driv...

Page 317: ...sh 40 Reserve Tank Coolant 162 Restraint Child 19 Reverse Gear Position 176 Rotation Tire 244 Safety Belts 8 Safety Defects Reporting 314 Safety Features 7 Airbags 9 Door Locks 10 Head Restraints 10 Seat Belts 8 Seats Seat Backs 10 Safety Labels Location of 48 Safety Messages ii Seat Belt Additional Information 39 Lap Shoulder Belt 39 Seat Belt Maintenance 40 Seat Belt System Components 39 Seat Be...

Page 318: ... 281 Steering Wheel Adjustment 65 Anti theft Column Lock 71 Stereo Sound System 121 133 Storing Your Car 260 Sun Visor 101 Sunglasses Holder 102 Supplemental Restraint System Servicing 46 SRS Indicator 43 53 System Components 41 Synthetic Oil 210 Tachometer 56 Taillights Changing Bulbs in 254 Taking Care of the Unexpected 269 Tape Player 126 147 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading 301 ...

Page 319: ...12 Waxing and Polishing 263 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 65 Alignment and Balance 243 Compact Spare 270 Wrench 272 Windows Cleaning 265 Operating the Power 93 Rear Defogger 64 Windshield Cleaning 62 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 236 Operation 62 Worn Tires 243 Wrecker Emergency Towing 293 U S and Canada only Vanity Mirror 101 Vehicle Capacity Load 167 Vehicle Dimensions 298 Vehicle Identifica...

Page 320: ... ATF as temporary replacement see pages 221 and 222 5 speed Manual Transmission Fluid Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or an API service SG SH or SJ SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 motor oil as a temporary replacement see page 223 Capacity 2 0 US qt 1 9 l 1 7 lmp qt Power Steering Fluid Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement D...

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