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Jump Starting

3. Connect one jumper cable to the

positive  (+) terminal on the

booster battery. Connect the other

end to the positive  (+) terminal

on your Honda's battery.

4. Connect the second jumper cable

to 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.

BOOSTER BATTERY

6. Start your car. If the starter motor

still operates slowly, check the

jumper cable connections to make

sure they have good metal-to-

metal contact.

7. Once your 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

Summary of Contents for 2000 Civic Sedan

Page 1: ...cle to the dealer Appearance Care 231 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs Taking Care of the Unexpected 237 This section covers seve...

Page 2: ...approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and with out incurring any obligation whatsoever OWNER...

Page 3: ...understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preser...

Page 4: ...d judgement 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 DAN...

Page 5: ...TROLS P 84 HEATING COOLIN G CONTROLS P 90 AUDIO SYSTEM P 98 107 121 DIGITAL CLOCK P 101 112 126 POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 72 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 81 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 143 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE...

Page 6: ...T PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 62 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 64 CRUISE CONTROL P 66 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHER S P 63 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 64 HORN BUTTONS TILT ADJUSTMENT P 65 HEADLIGHTS TUR N SIGNALS P 61 62 MIRR...

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Page 8: ...ting Position 18 Advicefor Pregnant Women 19 Additional SafetyPrecautions 19 ProtectingChildren 21 All Children Must Be Restrained 21 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 22 The Passenger s Airbag Pos...

Page 9: ...tal injuries 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 t...

Page 10: ...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 saf...

Page 11: ...cle s built in safely features Help protect you in almost every type of crash including side and rear impacts and rollovers Your airbag can only be helpful in a moderate to severe frontal collision He...

Page 12: ...a moderate to severe frontal collision Airbags offer no protection in side impacts rear impacts rollovers or minor collisions Airbags are designed to deploy only during a moderate to severe frontal c...

Page 13: ...being injured by striking the inside of the car or by an inflating airbag Reclining a seat back too far reduces the seat belt s effectiveness and increases the chance that the seat s occupant will sl...

Page 14: ...and wearing them properly see page 15 Any infant or small child is properly restrained in a child seat in the back seat see page 21 Front seat occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possibl...

Page 15: ...ed and locked 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 someo...

Page 16: ...mmend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position See page 77 for how...

Page 17: ...and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury See page 77 for how to adjust seat backs 4 Adjust the Head Restraints Before driving make sure everyone...

Page 18: ...lt is not twisted because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so th...

Page 19: ...m 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...

Page 20: ...he force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries Pull on the loose end of the belt for a snug but comfortable fit If a Seat Belt Doesn t Work Properly If a seat belt does not seem to wo...

Page 21: ...improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance o...

Page 22: ...eel 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...

Page 23: ...ched 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...

Page 24: ...accidents are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be res...

Page 25: ...large and it inflates with tremendous speed Infants Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of...

Page 26: ...E LORS D UNE COLLISION BOUCLEZ TOUJOURS VOTRE CEINTURE DE SECURITE N lNSTALLEZ JAMAIS UN SIEGE POUR ENFANTS FAISANT FACE A L ARRIERE SUR LE SIEGE DU PASSAGER AVANT NE VOUS APPUYEZ PAS ET NE VOUS ASSEY...

Page 27: ...because the child requires attention Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards from the airbag and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks...

Page 28: ...nfants and small 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 Feder...

Page 29: ...in the design 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 proper...

Page 30: ...Infants Recommended positions Secure a rear facing child seat with the seat belt see page 30 Small children Recommended positions Secure a front facing child seat with the seat belt see page 34 CONTIN...

Page 31: ...owever a child seat does not need to be rock solid In some vehicles or seating positions it may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move at all Some side to side or back and forth...

Page 32: ...r a rear facing child seat 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 airbag inflates it c...

Page 33: ...at with either type of seat belt see page 32 1 With the child seat in the desired back seating position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the...

Page 34: ...ight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright duri...

Page 35: ...n To determine the proper reclining angle check with the baby s doctor or follow the seat maker s recommendations To achieve the desired reclining angle it may help to put a rolled up towel under the...

Page 36: ...ts should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend that a small child s...

Page 37: ...vide instructions on how to secure a forward facing child seat with this type of seat belt See page 36 for how to secure a forward facing child seat in the center back seat with the lap belt 1 With th...

Page 38: ...er confirming that the belt is locked grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight...

Page 39: ...elt Finally follow instruction number 5 on page 35 to verify that the child seat is secure Additional Precautions for Small Children Never hold a small child on your lap If you are not wearing a seat...

Page 40: ...what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed and important precautions for children who must sit in the front seat Checking Seat Belt Fit To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child...

Page 41: ...rash and be injured 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...

Page 42: ...ition the passenger s airbag poses serious risks to children If the seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision or the child is unrestrained or out of position an...

Page 43: ...at to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is properly positioned and secured Supervise the child...

Page 44: ...Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker s instructions...

Page 45: ...st and across your hips To fasten the belt insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle Gui...

Page 46: ...tract To refasten the belt pull it out only as far as needed See page 15 for instructions on how to wear the lap shoulder belt properly Lap Belt The lap belt has one manually adjusted belt that fits a...

Page 47: ...omponent 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...

Page 48: ...activators 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 47 Emergency backup power in case...

Page 49: ...otal 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 y...

Page 50: ...da dealer as soon as possible SRS Service Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance free and there are no parts you can safely service However you must have your car serviced if Your...

Page 51: ...and seat belts provide the best protection in a moderate to severe frontal collision Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any reason Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy possibly cau...

Page 52: ...n the engine 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 wi...

Page 53: ...tential hazards 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 DASHBOARD U S models only Driver an...

Page 54: ...ess 62 TurnSignals 62 Windshield Wipers 63 Windshield Washers 63 HazardWarning 64 Rear Window Defogger 64 SteeringWheel Adjustment 65 Steering Wheel Controls 66 CruiseControl 66 Keys and Locks 69 Keys...

Page 55: ...TING COOLIN G CONTROLS P 90 AUDIO SYSTEM P 98 107 121 DIGITAL CLOCK P 101 112 126 POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 72 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 81 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 143 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 76 HOOD REL...

Page 56: ...re noted in the text EX and U S LX Instruments and Controls HIGH BEAM INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTA L R...

Page 57: ...your seat belt the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition Differenc...

Page 58: ...s 1 It lights as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake Driving with the parking brake applied can damage the brakes and tires 2 If it remains lit after you release the parking brake...

Page 59: ...es on with the high beam headlights See page 61 for information on the headlight controls On Canadian models this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights DRL are on...

Page 60: ...ometer 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 d...

Page 61: ...temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge In severe driving conditions such as very hot weather or...

Page 62: ...ages 178 182 When the distance driven since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7 500 miles 12 000 km the indicator will turn yellow If you exceed 7 500 miles 12 000 km the indicator will turn red Yo...

Page 63: ...s on the dashboard to the left of the center air vents The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof mirrors cruise control and instrument panel brightness The tilt adjustment lever on the...

Page 64: ...lever until you hear a click then let go The blue high beam indicator will light see page 56 To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lever back lightly then release it The high beams will come on...

Page 65: ...with this lever Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It s...

Page 66: ...speed the wipers run continu ously To operate the wipers in mist mode push the control lever down The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the wind...

Page 67: ...efogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defogge...

Page 68: ...heel 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...

Page 69: ...have full control of the car under those conditions The cruise control as it operates moves the accelerator pedal You can damage your car s accelerator mechanism by resting your foot under the pedal...

Page 70: ...CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on When climbing a steep hill the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed...

Page 71: ...the car slows to the desired speed press the SET decel button The car will then maintain the desired speed Even with the cruise control turned on you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up f...

Page 72: ...r car comes with two master keys and a valet key The master key fits all the locks on your car Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access The valet key works only in the ignition...

Page 73: ...atic transmission the 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 i...

Page 74: ...et go of the key You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSOR Y I position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper Doo...

Page 75: ...r Push the switch down to lock all doors and up to unlock them All doors lock when you push down the lock tab on the driver s door or lock the driver s door from the outside with the key Only the driv...

Page 76: ...the doors will automatically relock If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed the light will go off immediately You cannot lock or unlock the doors with the r...

Page 77: ...clockwis e with a coin 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 Reinstall the cushion ring Al...

Page 78: ...erence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for co...

Page 79: ...erior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 49 To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else lock the trunk release handle with the master key and give the other person the...

Page 80: ...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...

Page 81: ...S and EX model in Canada The height of your driver s seat is adjustable Turn the front dial on the outside of the seat cushion to raise the front of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise th...

Page 82: ...ainst the center 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...

Page 83: ...key in the lock on the rear shelf To fold down the driver s side turn the key clockwise pull down the top of the seat back then release the key To fold down the passenger s side turn the key counterc...

Page 84: ...ch door has a switch that controls its window To open the window push the switch down and hold it Release the switch when you want the window to stop Close the window by pulling back on the switch and...

Page 85: ...hold it The window will stop as soon as you release the switch The AUTO function only works to lower the driver s window To raise the window you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until...

Page 86: ...low 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 t...

Page 87: ...ft 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 O...

Page 88: ...htly 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 see page 55 Driving the car with the parking brake appli...

Page 89: ...ot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical component s in the interior The inner liner can be removed if you want to hold a larger cup...

Page 90: ...rays Optional Front and rear ashtrays are available as options The front ashtray fits in the beverage holder The rear ashtray fits in the rear of the center armrest Open the rear ashtray by swinging t...

Page 91: ...transmitter The ceiling light with the switch in the center position also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter see page 72 On EX model The spotlights have a two position switc...

Page 92: ...l Clock 101 Operating the Optional Cassette Player 102 Tape Search Functions 102 Operating the Optional CD Player Changer 104 CD Changer Error Indications 106 Audio System Canadian EX 107 Operating th...

Page 93: ...perature of the air flow Air Conditioning A C Button Standard for DX Value Package LX and EX models in the U S and SE model in Canada Optional for other models This button turns the air condi tioning...

Page 94: ...the dashboard Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents Air flows from the floor vents Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base...

Page 95: ...is section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation heating cooling dehumidifying and defrosting The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold...

Page 96: ...s 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 it th...

Page 97: ...the A C by pressing the button Make sure the tempera ture control dial is turned all the way to the left 3 Set the fan to maximum speed 4 Open the windows partially Select and Fresh Air mode When the...

Page 98: ...the temperature 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...

Page 99: ...esh Air mode and turns on the A C 3 Switch the fan and temperature controls to maximum To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield on very cold days first select the Recirculation mode...

Page 100: ...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 temporarily turn the fan speed and temp...

Page 101: ...ected band TUNE SEEK or the Preset buttons TUNE Use the TUNE SEEK switch to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the right side to tune to a higher frequency or the left side to tune to a lower...

Page 102: ...on 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 pr...

Page 103: ...Adjust the Balance or Fader to your liking by turning the PWR VOL knob The indicator bars on the display show you the range Treble Bass Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking Select TRE or...

Page 104: ...hours to count up Press the CLOCK button again and the minutes numbers will begin blinking Use the Preset 5 or Preset 6 button to change the minutes to the correct value After you have set the clock p...

Page 105: ...NR button When the system reaches the end of the tape it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side If you want to remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button If you t...

Page 106: ...nto 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 agai...

Page 107: ...or changer the ignition must be in ACCESSOR Y I or ON II CD Player Insert the disc into the CD slot Push the disc in halfway the drive will pull it in the rest of the way Push the CD TAPE button and...

Page 108: ...You can use the TUNE SEEK switch to select tracks within a disc If you press and release the TUNE SEEK switch the system will move to the beginning of a track Press the side to move to the beginning...

Page 109: ...cations If you 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...

Page 110: ...sily select your favorite stations The cassette system features Dolby B noise reduction automatic sensing of chromium dioxid e CrO2 tape and autoreverse for continuous play Dolby noise reduction manuf...

Page 111: ...K SCAN or the 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 freque...

Page 112: ...scan up the band for a station with a strong 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...

Page 113: ...or SEEK function 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...

Page 114: ...and adjust the side to side sound to your liking Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it Treble Bass Use these controls to adjust the tone...

Page 115: ...erate them and goes back to the time display after five seconds If an error occurs while operating the optional CD changer the display will keep showing the error code and will not switch to the time...

Page 116: ...setting keys Preset 4 5 and 6 Operating the Cassette Player Turn the audio system ON Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right then insert the cassette most of the way into the...

Page 117: ...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 of the tape wh...

Page 118: ...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...

Page 119: ...ons a high noise level between selections or a silent period in the middle of selection Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes canjam inside the drive or cause other problems See page 138 for informat...

Page 120: ...layer available that 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 c...

Page 121: ...sh 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 sys...

Page 122: ...ress the TAPE 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...

Page 123: ...cations If you 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...

Page 124: ...ar reception on 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 car s batt...

Page 125: ...o was last tuned to is displayed To change bands press the AM FM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast ing in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available You can...

Page 126: ...ation with a strong 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...

Page 127: ...emote area Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations If this happens you will see a 0 displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored...

Page 128: ...r and adjust the side to side sound to your liking Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it BASS FADER CONTROL TREBLE BALANC E CONTROL Treble...

Page 129: ...y two seconds after you turn the volume knob to adjust the volume If an error occurs while operating the CD player or optional CD changer the display will show the error code and will not switch to th...

Page 130: ...ependent on many 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 tran...

Page 131: ...ion can be affected by atmosphericconditions 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...

Page 132: ...ay The number of the track that is playing is shown in the display You can also play 3 inch 8 cm discs without using an adapter ring Play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in drive or c...

Page 133: ...n the display Press the side to move backward You will see REW displayed Release the bar when the system reaches the point you want Each time you press the side of the SEEK SKIP bar the system skips f...

Page 134: ...g that slot empty try 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...

Page 135: ...page keep CDs 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...

Page 136: ...cations If you 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...

Page 137: ...cations If you 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...

Page 138: ...the cassette 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 rat...

Page 139: ...e PWR VOL knob or by turning off the ignition the cassette will remain in the drive When you turn the system back on the cassette player will be in pause mode To begin playing press the PLAY button To...

Page 140: ...current song or passage Press the RPT 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...

Page 141: ...er 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 Never place cassettes where they will be expo...

Page 142: ...e code number from 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 i...

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Page 144: ...mation 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 142 Gasoline 142 Service Station Procedures 143 Fi...

Page 145: ...nleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 86 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recomm...

Page 146: ...matically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes Your car has an on board refueling vapor recovery system to help keep fuel vapors fr...

Page 147: ...Opening the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE 1 Shift to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard The hood will pop up slight...

Page 148: ...see page 202 SUPPORT ROD CLIP 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the left side of the hood To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from...

Page 149: ...very 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 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel...

Page 150: ...ing Oil on page 187 Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engine...

Page 151: ...y Rapid acceler 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 mai...

Page 152: ...powered audio systems should not interfere with your car s computer controlle d systems such as the SRS and anti lock brake system However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed...

Page 153: ...on any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb speed bump or other raised object which could cause your airbags to deploy Do not modify...

Page 154: ...ger 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...

Page 155: ...uring 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 un...

Page 156: ...bout the car 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 poi...

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Page 158: ...in Cold Weather at High Altitude 157 5 speed Manual Transmission 158 Recommended Shift Points 159 Engine Speed Limiter 159 Automatic Transmission 160 Shift Lever Position Indicator 160 Shift Lever Po...

Page 159: ...th you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 77 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 83 7 Check the adjustment o...

Page 160: ...pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting in order to clear flooding As before keep the ignition key in the START III position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 5 if the engine...

Page 161: ...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...

Page 162: ...s 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 tachome...

Page 163: ...cks Shift Lever Position Indicator This indicator on the instrument panel shows which position the shift lever is in The D4 indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II...

Page 164: ...brake pedal and keep your foot off the accelerator pedal Park P This position mechani cally locks the transmission Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine To shift out of Park you...

Page 165: ...ral 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 sto...

Page 166: ...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...

Page 167: ...are included in the tool kit to remove the cover Carefully pry off the edge of the cover 4 Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot 5 Push down on the key while you press the release button on th...

Page 168: ...ay If the car is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the 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 yo...

Page 169: ...s by downshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply...

Page 170: ...lowing you to retain steering control When the front tires skid you lose steering control the car continues straight ahead even though you turn the steering wheel The ABS helps to prevent lock up and...

Page 171: ...rom other vehicles ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change Always drive at a safe prudent spee...

Page 172: ...55 This means the anti lock function of the braking system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system without anti lock providing normal stopping ability You should have the deale...

Page 173: ...iving conditions This is especially true in snow A person can forget some snow driving techniques during the summer months Practice is needed to relearn those skills Exercise extra caution when drivin...

Page 174: ...conditions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can change witho...

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Page 176: ...s 186 Engine Oil 187 Adding Oil 187 Recommende d Oil 187 Synthetic Oil 188 Additives 188 Changing the Oil and Filter 189 Cooling System 191 Adding Engine Coolant 191 Replacing Engine Coolant 193 Winds...

Page 177: ...ied mechanic 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...

Page 178: ...haust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless in structed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skill...

Page 179: ...your car s 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 w...

Page 180: ...uine Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and dur...

Page 181: ...ditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply NOTE If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenan...

Page 182: ...llow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply Canadian owners Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions paqe 214 See inf...

Page 183: ...riving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Driving with a roof top carrier or driving in mountainous conditions Driving on muddy dusty or...

Page 184: ...items in A B C D as required for each distance time Severe 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...

Page 185: ...See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 177 See Timing Belt on page 210 to determine need for replacement NOTE Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop Maintenance...

Page 186: ...Schedules You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 178 or severe conditions page 180 Keep the receipts for all w...

Page 187: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenance...

Page 188: ...eck the level 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 196 Automatic transmission Check the fluid...

Page 189: ...IC TRANSMISSIO N FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop RADIATOR CAP BRAKE FLUID Gray cap CLUTCH FLUID 5 speed Manual Transmissio n only Gray cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red...

Page 190: ...icle for as long as you own it You can determine an oil s SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the API Service label on the oil container A fuel efficient oil is recommended for your Honda Th...

Page 191: ...in your area never goes below 20 F 7 C Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for conventional motor oil energy conserving a service classification of...

Page 192: ...his service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it o...

Page 193: ...oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds If it does not turn off the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil fil...

Page 194: ...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 syste...

Page 195: ...kwise RESERVE TANK 4 The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low 5 Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully 6 Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it...

Page 196: ...ss to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Turn the ignition ON II Turn the temperature control dial to maximu...

Page 197: ...or distilled water in a clean container The cooling system capacity is With 5 speed manual transmission 0 82 US gal 3 1 0 68 Imp gal With automatic transmission U S DX DX Value Package LX Canada LX SE...

Page 198: ...an comes on two times Then stop the engine 12 Remove the radiator cap Fill the radiator with coolant up to the base of the filler neck 13 Start the engine and hold it at 1 500 rpm until the radiator f...

Page 199: ...light when the level is low see page 56 Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather When you refill the...

Page 200: ...d into the filler hole 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...

Page 201: ...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...

Page 202: ...our car s braking system and can cause extensive damage The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system...

Page 203: ...ot available you may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement However continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather Have the power steering system flushe...

Page 204: ...aner element is inside the air cleaner housing in the engine compartment To replace it 1 Unsnap the four clips and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove the old air cleaner element 3 Carefully...

Page 205: ...element in the air cleaner housing 5 Align the tabs and reinstall the air cleaner housing cover snap the two clips back into place Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner then lubricate it...

Page 206: ...an 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 socket 4 Put the new spark pl...

Page 207: ...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 Insta...

Page 208: ...label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and wate...

Page 209: ...tery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car s electronic controls Detach the battery cables before connecting the battery to a charger On U S DX Value Package and EX models If your ca...

Page 210: ...d Replace the blades if you find these signs or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace the blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wi...

Page 211: ...etal rein forcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into th...

Page 212: ...s bend easily Only use a low pressure spray or soft 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 a...

Page 213: ...uld normally be replaced at the intervals shown in the maintenance schedule Replace this belt at 60 000 miles U S or 100 000 km Canada if you regularly drive your car in one or more of these condition...

Page 214: ...e Use a gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm2 per month Remember to check the spare tire...

Page 215: ...gf cm2 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 s...

Page 216: ...running across the tread This shows there is less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of tread left on the tire A tire that is this worn gives very little traction on wet roads You should replace the tire if you ca...

Page 217: ...tire life and distribute wear more evenly you should have the tires rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated When shopping for...

Page 218: ...hen replace the two front tires or the two rear tires as a pair Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your car s handling The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels When replacing tires...

Page 219: ...e best performance in snowy or icy conditions you should install snow tires or tire chains They may be required by local laws under certain conditions Snow Tires If you mount snow tires on your Honda...

Page 220: ...facturer s instructions and mount them as tightly as you can Drive slowly with chains installed If you hear the chains contacting the body or chassis stop and investigate Make sure the chains are inst...

Page 221: ...exterior lights at least 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 Maintenance HEADLIGH...

Page 222: ...icense 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 265 to determine what type...

Page 223: ...headlight bulbs get very hot when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter 1 Open the hood If you need to change the head light bulb on the driver s s...

Page 224: ...ssembly Make sure it is right side up it is marked TOP Replacing the Front Side Marker Turn Signal and Parking Light Bulb 1 If you are changing the bulb on the driver s side start the engine turn the...

Page 225: ...ove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwis e until it unlocks 6 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Insert the socket b...

Page 226: ...e marker light or turn signal light 3 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it...

Page 227: ...fastener in the hole on the side of the trunk lining and push on the center until it locks the center is flush with the head Replacing Rear Bulbs in Trunk Lid 1 Open the trunk 2 Determine which of the...

Page 228: ...the lights to make sure the new bulb is working Replacing a High mount Brake Light Bulb 1 Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counter clockwise...

Page 229: ...bulb holder by pulling the lens while squeezing the tabs on both sides of the holder 3 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb in until it bottoms in the socket 4 Turn on the parki...

Page 230: ...Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens in the middle with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens except U S EX 2...

Page 231: ...the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens in the middle with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens 2 Remove the bulb by pu...

Page 232: ...is being 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 t...

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Page 234: ...eserve its appearance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 232 Washing 232 Waxing 233 Paint Touch up 233 Interio...

Page 235: ...ter Mix in a mild 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 St...

Page 236: ...ts shine They normally contain mild abrasives and solvents that remove the top layer of the finish You should use a polish on your Honda if the finish does not have its original shine after using a wa...

Page 237: ...ic 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 dampen...

Page 238: ...f your car it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi cals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor If you use a liquid air freshener make...

Page 239: ...eds repairs after a collision pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses Genuine Honda replacement body parts Some companies mak...

Page 240: ...you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 238 Changing a Flat Tire 239 If Your Engine Won t Start 244 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 244...

Page 241: ...raction on some 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 especi...

Page 242: ...pply the parking brake 2 Turn on the hazard 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...

Page 243: ...is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the...

Page 244: ...l nuts and wheel cover The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or other tool Remove the flat tire...

Page 245: ...loth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 12 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel...

Page 246: ...ver and put it back on the bolt 17 Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole 18 Store the jack in the trunk with the end bracket on the right side Turn the jack s end bracket t...

Page 247: ...be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate With an automatic transmission it must be in Park or Neutral Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their...

Page 248: ...le to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or...

Page 249: ...umper 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 BOOSTER BATTERY 6 Start your car If the starte...

Page 250: ...immediate action 1 Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake Turn off the heating and cooling system and all other accessories Turn on the...

Page 251: ...nterclockwise without pushing down to the first stop This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start...

Page 252: ...ately Turn off the engine as soon as you 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...

Page 253: ...ories radio heater A C rear defogger cruise control etc Try not to use other electrically operate d controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Start...

Page 254: ...until it clicks several times Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes three driving trips If the indicator remains on pa...

Page 255: ...s 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 g...

Page 256: ...use blows immediately 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 ROUND PLUG 4 Use a screwdriver or coin...

Page 257: ...on the driver s side Remove the fuse box lid by swinging the lid down and pulling it straight out of its hinges TAB UNDER HOOD The under hood fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the...

Page 258: ...fuses and check the component s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box FUSE BLOWN 3 Check each...

Page 259: ...e 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 wit...

Page 260: ...Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX On Canadian models CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 261: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 262: ...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...

Page 263: ...re the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery The steering wheel system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the...

Page 264: ...fications 264 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Cars 266 Treadwear 266 Traction 266 Temperature 267 Oxygenated Fuels 268 Driving in Foreign Countries 269 Emissions Controls 270 The Clean Air Act 270 Crankc...

Page 265: ...censing and insuring your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on t...

Page 266: ...Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...

Page 267: ...ge LX Canada LX SE EX 2 U S EX 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 11 US gal 0 4 0 09lmpgal 2 U S DX DX Value Package LX Canada LX SE E...

Page 268: ...Specification s 1 Without moonroof 2 With moonroof 1 U S DX LX Canada LX SE 2 Canada EX without ABS 3 U S EX Canada EX with ABS Technical Information page257 page258...

Page 269: ...a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 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 howe...

Page 270: ...e temperature 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...

Page 271: ...or grain alcohol 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 gas...

Page 272: ...d gasoline is not available be aware 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...

Page 273: ...th the Canadian 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...

Page 274: ...much fuel to inject under all operat ing conditions Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Three Way Catalytic...

Page 275: ...materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables U S EX THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air polluti...

Page 276: ...er Relations Customer Relations Information 274 U S Zone Office Map 275 Canada Zone Office Map 276 Warranty Coverages 277 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 278 Authorized Manuals 279 Warranty and...

Page 277: ...this way If 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 followin...

Page 278: ...ington Heights Illinois 60004 847 870 5600 New England Zone 555 Old County Road Windsor Locks Connecticut 06096 860 623 3310 See Zone 5 for NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area West Central Zon...

Page 279: ...R RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 HONDA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 090 9 Toronto 416 287 4776 Honda Canada Inc National Office Wa...

Page 280: ...specified time period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other facto...

Page 281: ...gation and if 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...

Page 282: ...ales within the U S Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer Publication Form Number 61S0307 61S0307EL 61S0330 31S01640 HON R OR By completing this form you can order the materials...

Page 283: ...covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the Journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically incline d owners to under...

Page 284: ...gs Work 45 SRSComponents 45 Additives Engine Oil 188 Adjustments HeadRestraints 79 Mirrors 83 Seats 77 SteeringWheel 65 Airbag SRS 9 45 Air Cleaner Element 201 Air Conditioning System 90 Maintenance 2...

Page 285: ...gnal Lights 221 Bulbs Halogen 220 Cables Jump Starting With 246 Capacities Chart 264 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 49 Carrying Cargo 151 Cassette Player Care 138 Operation 102 113 135 CAUTION Explanation of...

Page 286: ...146 Directional Signals 62 Disabled Towing Your Car If 259 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 166 Disposal of Used Oil 190 Doors Locking and Unlocking 71 Power Door Locks 72 DOT Tire Quality Grading 266 Downs...

Page 287: ...Washer 196 FM Stereo Radio Reception 127 Folding Rear Seat 80 Foreign Countries Driving in 269 Four way Flashers 64 Front End Towing by Emergency Wrecker 259 Fuel 142 Fill Door and Cap 143 Gauge 58 Oc...

Page 288: ...e 211 HighSpeedDriving 212 Normal Driving 212 Inside Mirror 83 Inspection Tire 213 Instrument Panel 2 52 Instrument Panel Brightness 62 Interior Cleaning 234 Interior Lights 88 Introduction i Jacking...

Page 289: ...ing Proper Viscosity Chart 188 ON Ignition Key Position 71 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery 270 Opening the Hood 144 Opening the Trunk 76 Operation in Foreign Countries 269 Outside Mirrors 83 Overheat...

Page 290: ...Safety Defects Reporting 278 Safety Features 7 Airbags 9 Door Locks 11 Head Restraints 10 Seat Belts 8 Seats Seat Backs 10 Safety Labels Location of 50 Safety Messages ii Seat Belt Additional Informat...

Page 291: ...System 9 45 Servicing 47 SRS Indicator 47 55 System Components 45 Synthetic Oil 188 Tachometer 57 Taillights Changing Bulbs in 223 224 Taking Care of the Unexpected 237 Tape Player 102 113 135 Techni...

Page 292: ...sions 264 Vehicle Identification Number 262 Vehicle Storage 229 Ventilation 93 VIN 262 Vinyl Cleaning 234 Viscosity Oil 188 Warning Beepers Headlights on 61 Key in Ignition 71 Seat Belts 54 WARNING Ex...

Page 293: ...emporary replacement see page 197 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 se...

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