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Index

Shift Lock Release.........................

151

Side Marker Lights, Bulb

Replacement in..........................

217

Signaling

Turns................................

Snow Tires......................................

210

Solvent-type Cleaners....................

228

Sound System.................................

106

Spare Tire

Inflating.......................................

236

Specifications.............................

265

Spark Plugs,

Replacing.................

196

Specifications Charts ...........

264

265

Speed

Control...................................

Speedometer...................................

. 58

SRS, Additional Information..........

. 45

Additional Safety Precautions...

. 48

How the SRS Indicator Light

Works.......................................

. 47

HowYour Airbags Work...........

. 45

SRS Components........................

. 45

SRS

Service...................................

SRS Indicator..............................

START (Ignition Key Position)....

. 73

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

141

In Cold Weather at High

Altitude...................................

141

With a Dead Battery.................

244

Steam Coming from Engine.........

246

Steering Wheel

Adjustment...................................

Anti-theft Column Lock..............

Stereo Sound System....................

106

Storing Your Car............................

225

Supplemental Restraint System.....

Servicing.......................................

SRS Indicator.........................

Synthetic Oil...................................

182

Tachometer......................................

Taillights, Changing Bulbs in.......

219

Taking Care of the

Unexpected................................

235

Tape Player.....................................

119

Technical Descriptions

Emission Control Systems........

270

Three Way Catalytic

Converter................................

272

Temperature Gauge........................

Tether Attachment Points..............

Three Way Catalytic Converter...

272

Time, Setting

the.............................

Timing Belt.....................................

204

Tire Chains.....................................

210

Tire, How to Change a Flat..........

237

Tires...............................................

. 205

Air Pressure...............................

205

Checking Wear..........................

206

Compact Spare...........................

236

DOT Tire Quality Grading.......

266

Inflation.......................................

205

Inspection..................................

. 206

Maintenance...............................

207

Replacing...................................

. 208

Rotating......................................

. 208

Snow...........................................

. 210

Specifications............................

. 265

Tire Chains.................................

210

Winter Driving..........................

. 209

Tools,Tire Changing....................

237

Towing

ATrailer.....................................

. 160

Emergency................................

. 258

Summary of Contents for 2000 Prelude

Page 1: ...w to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 139 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 167 The Maintena...

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: ...u 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 prese...

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: ...DOOR LOCK SWITCHES P 74 DIGITAL CLOCK P 90 MIRROR CONTROLS P 88 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 85 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 127 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 78 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 128 HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 9...

Page 6: ...ce CRUISE CONTROL P 67 INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 63 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 65 WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHER S P 64 MOONROOF P 87 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS P 62 TILT ADJUSTMENT P 66 HORN BUTTONS REAR WIN...

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Page 8: ...oper Sitting Position 18 Advice for Pregnant Women 19 Additional Safety Precautions 19 Protecting Children 21 All Children Must Be Restrained 21 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 22 The Passenger s...

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: ...r s built in safety 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 Help...

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 16 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 possible...

Page 15: ...yone has entered the car be sure the doors are closed and locked Your car has a door monitor light on the instrument panel to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed For safety locking the...

Page 16: ...car Also make sure your front seat passenger moves the seat as far to the rear as possible Most shorter drivers can get far enough away from the steering wheel and still reach the pedals However if y...

Page 17: ...r who sits too close to the dashboard could be injured if the airbag inflates Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant s chest reduces the prote...

Page 18: ...r of the restraint A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries See page 82 for...

Page 19: ...s take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack from the shoulder part then check that the belt rests across the cent...

Page 20: ...Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page 42 for additional information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your belts 6 Adjust the Steering Wheel Adjust the...

Page 21: ...leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fat...

Page 22: ...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 Additional Saf...

Page 23: ...ached 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 th...

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: ...has warning labels on the dashboard and on the driver s and front passenger s visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels Canadian Models To remind you of the airbag hazards your c...

Page 27: ...or 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 tas...

Page 28: ...for the manufacturer s statement of compliance on the box and seat 2 The child seat should be of the proper type and size to fit the child Infants Children up to about one year old should be restrain...

Page 29: ...ions 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 p...

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 Driver...

Page 31: ...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 moveme...

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: ...route 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 b...

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: ...case we recommend that you place the child seat directly behind the front passenger seat move the front seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller child se...

Page 36: ...ght or height limit for the seat Child Seat Placement In this car the best place to install a forward facing child seat is in one of the seating positions in the back seat Placing a forward facing chi...

Page 37: ...child seat The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a forward facing child seat with this type of seat belt 1 With the child seat in the desired back seating position route the belt t...

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: ...will not be able to hold on Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child During a crash the belt could press deep into the child and cause very serious injuries Protecting Larger Children When a c...

Page 40: ...booster seat Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or u...

Page 41: ...hey do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Using a Booster Seat If a child needs a booster seat we recommend choosing a style that allows the child to use the lap shoulder belt directly wi...

Page 42: ...er Physical Size Physically a child must be large enough for the lap shoulder belt to properly fit over the hips chest and shoulder see pages 16 and 37 If the seat belt does not fit properly the child...

Page 43: ...provide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available To attach a tether to your car 1 Using the illustration on page 40 locate the attachment point you want to...

Page 44: ...ctions If you are not sure how to install the tether or you need mounting hardware contact your Honda dealer Using Child Seats with Tethers Canadian Models Your car has two tether anchorage points on...

Page 45: ...will also sound The beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light will stay on until the driver s seat belt is fastened Lap Shoulder Belt This seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shou...

Page 46: ...onal locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat See pages 30 and 34 for instructions on how to secure child seats with this type of seat belt If the shoulder part of the belt is p...

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: ...n you need them See your Honda 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 ha...

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 Driver and Passenger Safety DASHBOA...

Page 54: ...s 65 Hazard Warning 65 Rear Window Defogger 65 Steering Wheel Adjustment 66 Steeling Wheel Controls 67 Cruise Control 67 Keys and Locks 70 Keys 70 Learning Key 71 Immobilizer System 71 Ignition Switch...

Page 55: ...S P 88 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 85 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 127 DOOR LOCK SWITCHES P 74 DIGITAL CLOCK P 90 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 78 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 128 HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 98 AUDIO SYSTEM...

Page 56: ...he text Instruments and Controls MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP SUPPLEMENTA L RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR DOOR OPEN INDICATOR ANTI LOCK BRAKE S...

Page 57: ...beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition The U S Type SH instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text Instruments and Controls...

Page 58: ...hen the engine is running the battery is not being charged For complete information see page 249 Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when th...

Page 59: ...ition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time there is a problem in the Active Torque Transfer System ATTS If this happens take the car to your dealer to have it checked With the indicator on yo...

Page 60: ...unning Lights DRL are on see page 62 Low Fuel Indicator This indicator is located in the fuel gauge It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon Daytime Running Lights Indicator Canadian models...

Page 61: ...peed in revolutions per minute rpm To protect the engine 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...

Page 62: ...This shows the temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge In severe driving conditions such as ver...

Page 63: ...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 Your dealer wil...

Page 64: ...onroof cruise control and instrument panel brightness The switches for the hazard warning lights and rear window defogger are to the right of the steering column The tilt adjustment lever on the under...

Page 65: ...ver until you hear a click then let go The blue high beam indicator will light see page 57 To flash the high beams pull the turn signal lever back lightly then release it The high beams will come on a...

Page 66: ...th 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 shu...

Page 67: ...intermittent the wipers operate every few seconds You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch In low speed and high speed the wipers r...

Page 68: ...our outside 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 W...

Page 69: ...steering wheel 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 towar...

Page 70: ...itions The cruise control as it operates moves the accelerator pedal You can damage your car s accelerator mechanism by resting your foot under the pedal and blocking the movement Using the Cruise Con...

Page 71: ...will acceler ate When you reach the desired cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Ac celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button To increase your sp...

Page 72: ...Control Master Switch When you tap the brake or clutch pedal or press the SET and RE SUME buttons at the same time the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin...

Page 73: ...u will need this key number if you ever have to get 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 electro...

Page 74: ...nd all other keys that came with your car to your Honda dealer Remote Transmitter Your car also comes with two remote transmitters see page 75 for an explanation of the operation Immobilizer System Th...

Page 75: ...ices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your car undriveable If you have lost your key and you cannot start the engine contact your Honda dealer As required by the FCC This device co...

Page 76: ...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 ACCESSORY I In this position you...

Page 77: ...Y I position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper Power Door Locks Each door has a master door lock switch This switch locks and unlocks both doors Push the switch down to...

Page 78: ...nition switch Lockout Prevention will not allow you to lock the driver s door With the driver s door open and the key in the ignition both master door lock switches are disabled However if the driver...

Page 79: ...r door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch Replacing the Battery When the remote transmitter s battery begins to get weak it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unloc...

Page 80: ...stem by your Honda dealer Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed As required by the FCC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the follow...

Page 81: ...136 for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See Carbon M...

Page 82: ...handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key Instruments and Controls An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger...

Page 83: ...ard 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 chan...

Page 84: ...k seat on the driver s side pull up on the seat back adjustment lever To get into the back seat on the passenger s side push forward on the release lever at the base of the seat back The seat back wil...

Page 85: ...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 86: ...the seat gets warm and turns back 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...

Page 87: ...car insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf Turn the key clockwise pull down the top of the seat back then release the key To release the seat back from inside the trunk pull the release...

Page 88: ...Your car s windows are electrically powered Turn the ignition switch to ON II to raise or lower any window Each door has a switch that controls its window To open the window push the switch down and h...

Page 89: ...ow reaches the desired position The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger s window With this switch off the passenger s window cannot be raised or lowered The MAIN switch does not affect the dri...

Page 90: ...e the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition The key off delay cancels as soon as you open either door You must then turn the ignition ON II for the moonroof to operate If you...

Page 91: ...ting the Power Mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver s door armrest 1 Turn the ignition switch ON II 2 Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenger...

Page 92: ...button again to turn 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...

Page 93: ...to the desired hour 4 Press and hold the MIN minute button until the numbers advance to the desired minutes You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed ti...

Page 94: ...lide the partition forward until it clicks To put small items in the beverage holder slide the partition completely backward Be careful when you are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is...

Page 95: ...open the console compartment pull up on the lower lever and lift the lid To close lower the lid and push it down until it latches You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartmen...

Page 96: ...oin box on the console guide Never use the coin box for smoking materials Accessory Power Socket To use the accessory power socket pull down the cover The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON...

Page 97: ...s that can burn in the ashtray Ceiling Lights The ceiling light contains a main light as well as two spotlights The ceiling light has a three position switch In the OFF position the light does not com...

Page 98: ...ion also comes on when you unlock the door with the key the lock tab on the driver s door or the master door lock switch If you relock the driver s door or close the driver s door with the key in the...

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Page 100: ...t requires a code number to enable it Heating and Cooling 98 What Each Control Does 98 How to Use the System 100 To Turn Everything Off 105 Audio System 106 AM FM CD Audio System 106 Operating the Rad...

Page 101: ...air condi tioning ON and OFF The indicator in 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 65 Recirculation Button Th...

Page 102: ...he 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 o...

Page 103: ...e the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation heating cooling dehumidifying and defrosting The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to genera...

Page 104: ...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 105: ...Make sure the temperature control lever is set to maximum cool 3 Select 4 If the outside air is humid select Recirculation mode If the outside air is dry select Fresh Air mode 5 Set the fan to the de...

Page 106: ...iving in stop and go traffic or climbing a long steep hill If it moves near the red zone turn off the A C until the gauge reads normally To Heat To warm the interior 1 Start the engine 2 Select and Fr...

Page 107: ...djust the temperature control lever so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm 4 Turn on the rear window defogger to help clear the rear window When you switch to another mode from the A C st...

Page 108: ...t the base of 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...

Page 109: ...age 123 Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II to operate the audio system Turn the system on by pushing the PWR VOL knob Adjust the volume by turning the same knob Th...

Page 110: ...in the display The system will 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...

Page 111: ...remote area Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations If this happens you will see a 0 displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored...

Page 112: ...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 113: ...hough the announcer may identify the station as FM101 Radio Reception How well your Honda s radio receives stations is dependent on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nea...

Page 114: ...ion can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because o...

Page 115: ...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 cause other problems When the system reaches the end of the disc it will re...

Page 116: ...ar when the system reaches the point you want Each time you press the side of the SEEK SKIP bar the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press the side to skip backward to the begin...

Page 117: ...er with the same controls used for the in dash CD player Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit Play only stand...

Page 118: ...e 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 while it is pl...

Page 119: ...age 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 120: ...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 121: ...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 122: ...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 123: ...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 124: ...current song or passage Press 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 g...

Page 125: ...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...

Page 126: ...de 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 the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will se...

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Page 128: ...read the information in this section first Break in Period 126 Gasoline 126 Service Station Procedures 127 Filling the Fuel Tank 127 Opening the Hood 128 Oil Check 130 Engine Coolant Check 131 Fuel E...

Page 129: ...ine with a pump octane number of 91 or higher If you are unable to find premium unleaded gasoline you may substi tute an unleaded regular gasoline The engine will compensate for the lower octane but y...

Page 130: ...r the fuel nozzle automatically 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 he...

Page 131: ...ening the Hood 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 slightly 2 Standing in front...

Page 132: ...see page 196 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the left side of the hood To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the...

Page 133: ...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 134: ...ine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engine Coolant on page 185 for information...

Page 135: ...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 136: ...powered audio 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 y...

Page 137: ...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 138: ...nded 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...

Page 139: ...all items that 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...

Page 140: ...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 142: ...gine 141 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 141 5 speed Manual Transmission 142 Recommended Shift Points 143 Engine Speed Limiter 143 Automatic Transmission 144 Shift Lever Position Indicator 1...

Page 143: ...ith you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 80 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 88 7 Check the adjustment...

Page 144: ...r 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 engin...

Page 145: ...trying to shift into Reverse with the car moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the...

Page 146: ...nded Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This...

Page 147: ...This indicator in the tachometer shows which position the shift lever is in The illuminated number next to the D4 indicator shows you the gear you have selected in the Sequential SportShift mode The...

Page 148: ...keep your toot off the accelerator pedal To select the Sequential SportShift mode slide the shift lever toward the left from the D4 position In this mode the shift lever allows you to shift up and dow...

Page 149: ...lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch Reverse R To shift to Reverse from Park see the explanation under Park To shift to Reverse from Neutral come to a complete...

Page 150: ...ears much like a manual transmission but without a clutch pedal To enter the Sequential SportShift mode slide the shift lever further to the left To return to D4 slide the shift lever to the right In...

Page 151: ...en 20 31 mph 32 50 km h If you press the brake pedal as you drive downhill Downshifting gives you more power when climbing or provides engine braking when going down a steep hill The transmission will...

Page 152: ...for upshifting and downshifting Drive D3 This position is similar to D4 except only the first three gears are selected Use D3 when towing a trailer in hilly terrain or to provide engine braking when g...

Page 153: ...ver in this position the transmission locks in First gear If you shift into First position when the car speed exceeds 31 mph 50 km h the transmission shifts into Second gear first to avoid the applica...

Page 154: ...a small flat tipped screwdriver or small metal plate neither are included in the tool kit to remove the cover Carefully pry off the edge of the cover 4 Insert a screwdriver in the shift lock release...

Page 155: ...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 156: ...he engine to assist the brakes 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 t...

Page 157: ...urn 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 th...

Page 158: ...fast or making a sudden lane change Always drive at a safe prudent speed for the road and weather conditions ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability Always steer moderately when you are braking hard Se...

Page 159: ...anti lock providing normal stopping ability You should have the dealer inspect your car as soon as possible If anything goes wrong the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on see page 56 This m...

Page 160: ...aulic system and two sets of clutches and gears Important Safety Information The ATTS cannot prevent skidding if you enter a corner too fast It has almost no effect on braking and vehicle speed It is...

Page 161: ...ing 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 driving...

Page 162: ...Clear roads can have patches of ice Driving 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 a...

Page 163: ...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 t...

Page 164: ...how it will be used and how much load you are towing Discuss your needs with your trailer sales or rental agency and follow the guidelines in the rest of this section Also make sure that all equipmen...

Page 165: ...a potential hazard Trailer Lights Your vehicle has a trailer lighting connector located behind the left side panel in the cargo area Refer to the drawing above for the wiring color code and purpose of...

Page 166: ...ow and before driving 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 load...

Page 167: ...ing Make turns 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...

Page 168: ...corrections 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...

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Page 170: ...enance Checks 179 Fluid Locations 180 Engine Oil 181 Adding Oil 181 Recommended Oil 181 Synthetic Oil 182 Additives 182 Changing the Oil and Filter 183 Cooling System 185 Adding Engine Coolant 185 Rep...

Page 171: ...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 172: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...distance time interval Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply Canadian owners Follow the schedule for Severe C...

Page 177: ...riving 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 rack or driving i...

Page 178: ...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 hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idlin...

Page 179: ...1 See Timing Belt on page 204 to determine need for replacement 2 See Air Conditioning Filter on page 203 for replacement information under special conditions Maintenance...

Page 180: ...e Schedules Maintenance CONTINUED You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 172 or severe conditions page 174 Kee...

Page 181: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenanc e...

Page 182: ...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 190 Automatic transmission Check the fluid...

Page 183: ...OLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIO N FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop BRAKE FLUID Gray cap 5 speed Manual Transmissio n only CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGIN...

Page 184: ...hicle 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 T...

Page 185: ...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 186: ...ation type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Run the engine until it reaches normal opera...

Page 187: ...ive seconds If it does not turn off the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for s...

Page 188: ...t 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 t...

Page 189: ...e cooling system 3 Remove the radiator cap by pushing down and 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...

Page 190: ...ine 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 1 Turn...

Page 191: ...n bolt threads put a new washer on the drain bolt and reinstall the bolt in the engine block Tighten it securely Tightening torque 61 lbf ft 83 N m 8 5 kgf m 6 Mix the recommended antifreeze with an e...

Page 192: ...the first stop 11 Start the engine and let it run until the radiator fan comes on two times Then stop the engine 12 Remove the radiator cap Fill the radiator with coolant up to the filler neck and the...

Page 193: ...the float It should be up to the top of the neck If the float is at the bottom of the neck the reservoir is nearly empty Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases...

Page 194: ...ower mark add fluid 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 trans...

Page 195: ...e hole Reinstall 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 10W 40 as a temporary re...

Page 196: ...or DOT 4 fluid from 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 an...

Page 197: ...If it is below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL Always use Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid If it is not available you may use another power steering fluid as an emergency...

Page 198: ...do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation Replacement The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger s side of the engine compartment...

Page 199: ...commendations in the Maintenance Schedule If you are 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 ti...

Page 200: ...5 Put the new spark plug into the socket then screw it into the hole Screw it in by hand so you do not crossthread it 6 Torque the spark plug If you do not have a torque wrench tighten the spark plug...

Page 201: ...Specifications NGK DENSO Spark Plug Gap 0 04 in 1 1 mm PZFR6F 11 PKJ20CR L11 Battery Check the condition of your car s battery monthly You should check the color of the test indicator window and for...

Page 202: ...loth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion If the terminals are severely cor roded clean them with baking soda and water Then use a wrench to loosen and remove...

Page 203: ...s before connecting the battery to a charger Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months Look for signs of cracking in the rubber or areas that are getting hard Repl...

Page 204: ...ide 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 3 Remove the blade from its holder by grasping...

Page 205: ...er 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 drive...

Page 206: ...check the system Recharge the system with Refrigerant HFC 134a R 134a See Specifications on page 265 Whenever you have the air conditioning system serviced make sure the service facility uses a refri...

Page 207: ...m Power steering belt 0 53 0 65 in 13 5 16 5 mm If you see signs of wear or looseness have your dealer adjust or replace the belts Timing Belt The timing belt and balancer belt should normally be repl...

Page 208: ...ne to two psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm 2 per month Remember to 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 t...

Page 209: ...you not drive faster than posted speed limits and conditions allow If you decide it is safe to drive at high speeds be sure to adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below If you do not adjust the t...

Page 210: ...ave your dealer check the wheel alignment The tires were properly balanced by the factory They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out Have your dealer check the tires if you f...

Page 211: ...comfort and long life You should replace them with radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall Mixing radial and bias pl...

Page 212: ...dealer Wheels and Tires Wheel 16 x 6 1 2 JJ Tire 205 50R1687V See page 266 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading Winter Driving Tires that are marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an...

Page 213: ...hen required by driving conditions or local laws Make sure they are the correct size for your tires Install them only on the front tires When installing traction devices follow the manufacturer s inst...

Page 214: ...st 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 CONTINUED Maintenance PARKING LIGHT HEADLI...

Page 215: ...n 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 265 to determine what t...

Page 216: ...e who weighs the same should he sitting in the driver s seat for all checks and adjustments Load the trunk with the items you normally carry HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE If you usually pull a trailer load i...

Page 217: ...s on each side four in total Make sure you are replacing the bulb that is burned out Your car uses halogen headlight bulbs When replacing a bulb handle it by its plastic case and protect the glass fro...

Page 218: ...t of the way and remove the bulb 5 Insert the new bulb into the hole making sure the tabs are in their slots Pivot the hold down wire back in place and clip the end into the slot 6 Install the rubber...

Page 219: ...der 2 Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it botto...

Page 220: ...erclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 5 Insert the socket back into the side marker assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it i...

Page 221: ...counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 5 Insert the socket back into the turn signal assembly Turn it clockwise to lock...

Page 222: ...t pops in Pull the lining back 3 Determine which of the five bulbs is burned out stop taillight turn signal light side marker light back up light or taillight 4 Remove the socket by turning it one qua...

Page 223: ...ure the new bulb is working 8 Reinstall the trunk lining 9 Reset the fastener by pushing on the pointed end until it pops back almost flush with the fingers on the housing 10 Put the fastener in the h...

Page 224: ...turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 4 Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it l...

Page 225: ...rom the bracket 2 Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb in until it bottoms in the sock...

Page 226: ...efully 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 Ceiling light Pry on the front edge of the lens in th...

Page 227: ...runk Light Bulb 1 Open 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 M...

Page 228: ...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 230: ...appearance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 228 Washing 228 Waxing 229 Aluminum Wheels 229 Paint Touch up 2...

Page 231: ...r 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 Star...

Page 232: ...ar insects etc with removers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Aluminum Wheels Clean your Honda s aluminum alloy wheels as you do t...

Page 233: ...of the material frequently For general cleaning use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water letting it air dry To clean off stubborn spots use a commercially available fabric cleaner Test it on a...

Page 234: ...ed in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol Windows Clean the windows inside and out with a commercially available glass cleaner You can also use a mixture of one part white vinegar to ten par...

Page 235: ...nd underside of the car Many corrosion preventive measures are built into your Honda You can help keep your car from corroding by performing some simple periodic maintenance Repair chips and scratches...

Page 236: ...e installed they do not give the same high quality appearance When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want Genuine Honda parts used in the repair Although most insurers re...

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Page 238: ...you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 236 Changing a Flat Tire 237 If Your Engine Won t Start 242 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 243...

Page 239: ...action 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 especia...

Page 240: ...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 241: ...ve the cover by turning the handle clockwise then pulling on the cover 7 Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 8 Loosen the five wheel nuts 1 2 turn with the w...

Page 242: ...cts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 10 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground 11 Remove t...

Page 243: ...the hub carefully 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...

Page 244: ...ce facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m 16 Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well 17 Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well 18 Remo...

Page 245: ...l to come on due to the difference in tire diameter The light will go out when the proper tire is installed If Your Engine Won t Start Diagnosing why your engine won t start falls into two areas depen...

Page 246: ...omatic transmission it must be in Park or Neutral Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or don t light at all the battery i...

Page 247: ...be able to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushin...

Page 248: ...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 6 Start your car If the starter motor still op...

Page 249: ...ansmission 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 f...

Page 250: ...remaining pressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start the engine and set the temperature control lever to maximum Add coolan...

Page 251: ...ately Turn off the engine as soon as yon 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 252: ...clefogger cruise 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 dischar...

Page 253: ...es Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes three driving trips If the indicator remains on past three driving trips or t...

Page 254: ...ave the brake system inspected 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...

Page 255: ...use blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the sunroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove t...

Page 256: ...located in two fuse boxes 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 tab as shown The interior fuse box is underneath the da...

Page 257: ...blown fuses and check the component s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box FUSE 3 Check each o...

Page 258: ...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...

Page 259: ...Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX 1 On Type SH 2 On Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 260: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 261: ...les lift that end 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 t...

Page 262: ...sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery The steering system can he damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ig...

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Page 264: ...cifications 264 DOT Tire Quality Grading 266 Treadwear 266 Traction 266 Temperature 267 Oxygenated Fuels 268 Driving in Foreign Countries 269 Emissions Controls 270 The Clean Air Act 270 Crankcase Emi...

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: ...umbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information AUTOMATIC TRAN...

Page 267: ...ing the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 l 0 13 Imp gal 2 Type SH 3 Except Type SH 4 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Technic...

Page 268: ...Specification s 1 Except Type SH 2 Type SH Technical Information page 256 page 257 1 Except high mount brake light installed in rear spoiler 2 Type SH 1 Except Type SH 2 Type SH...

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: ...ded 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 opera...

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: ...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 A...

Page 275: ...lace It can set 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 poll...

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: ...gate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown New Jersey 08057 609 235 5533 Includes NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area Mid Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln Suite 200 Gaithersburg Maryland...

Page 279: ...ER 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 0909 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: ...umber on the form For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners sh...

Page 283: ...al This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle Body Repair Manual This manual describes the procedures invo...

Page 284: ...ns 48 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 47 How Your Airbags Work 45 SRS Components 45 Additives Engine Oil 182 Adjustments Headlights 213 Head Restraints 82 Mirrors 88 Seats 80 Steering Wheel 66 Airba...

Page 285: ...217 Headlights 214 High mount Brake Light 221 License Plate Light 222 Rear Side Marker Lights 219 Specifications 265 Trunk Light 224 Turn Signal Lights 218 Bulbs Halogen 214 Cables Jump Starting With...

Page 286: ...Reporting Safety 278 Defog and Defrost 104 Defogger Rear Window 65 DEXRON III Automatic Transmission Fluid 191 Dimensions 264 Dimming the Headlights 62 Dipstick Automatic Transmission 191 Engine Oil 1...

Page 287: ...fting the 142 Flashers Hazard Warning 65 Flat Tire Changing a 237 Fluids Automatic Transmission 191 Brake 193 Clutch 194 Manual Transmission 192 Power Steering 194 Windshield Washer 190 FM Stereo Radi...

Page 288: ...r Vehicle 262 If Your Car Has to be Towed 258 Ignition Keys 70 Switch 72 Timing Control System 271 Immobilizer System 71 Indicator Lights Instrument Panel 53 Infant Restraint 29 Inflation Proper Tire...

Page 289: ...losing Manually 252 Operation 87 Neutral Gear Position 147 New Vehicle Break in 126 Normal Shift Speeds 143 NOTICE Explanation of i Numbers Identification 262 Octane Requirement Gasoline 126 Odometer...

Page 290: ...res 208 Wiper Blades 200 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash 44 Reserve Tank Engine Coolant 131 Restraint Child 21 Reverse Gear Position 146 Rotation Tire 208 Safety Belts 8 Safety Features 7 Airbags 9...

Page 291: ...g Wheel Adjustment 66 Anti theft Column Lock 73 Stereo Sound System 106 Storing Your Car 225 Supplemental Restraint System 45 Servicing 47 SRS Indicator 47 55 Synthetic Oil 182 Tachometer 58 Taillight...

Page 292: ...Dimensions 264 Vehicle Identification Number 262 Vehicle Storage 225 Ventilation 100 VTN 262 Vinyl Cleaning 230 Viscosity Oil 182 Warning Beepers Headlights on 62 Key in Ignition 73 Seat Belts 8 WARN...

Page 293: ...ansmission 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 192 Capacity including differential Type SH...

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