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Driving

This section gives you tips on

starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
5-speed manual and automatic
transmissions. It also includes
important information on parking

your car, the braking system, the
Traction Control System, and facts
you need if you are planning to tow a

trailer.

Preparing to Drive.........................

188

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

189

Starting in Cold Weather

at High Altitude .....................

190

5-speed Manual Transmission.....

191

Recommended Shift Points......

192

Engine Speed Limiter ...............

192

Automatic

Transmission...............

192

Shift Lever Position Indicator..

193

Shift Lever Positions.................

193

Engine Speed Limiter...............

196

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

196

Parking...........................................

. 198

The Braking System......................

199

Brake Wear Indicators..............

199

Brake System Design................

200

Anti-lock Brakes........................

200

Important Safety

Reminders..........................

201

ABS Indicator.........................

201

Traction Control System...............

202

Driving in Bad Weather................

205

Towing a Trailer............................

207

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Summary of Contents for 2001 Accord Coupe

Page 1: ...hicle and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 187 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 215 The Maintenance Schedule shows you wh...

Page 2: ...car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your car needs maintenance keep in mind that your Honda dealer s sta...

Page 3: ...gement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the car Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER W...

Page 4: ...PANEL P 57 DIGITAL CLOCK P 109 HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 118 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 125 AUDIO SYSTEM P 133 148 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 103 FUEL FILL DOOR TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 175 86 HOOD RELEASE...

Page 5: ...OW DEFOGGER P 72 MOONROOF SWITCH P 105 TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ON OFF SWITCH on V6 models P 202 CRUISE CONTROL P 74 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 71 HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS P 67 69 TILT ADJUSTMENT P 73 HORN...

Page 6: ...y Precautions 19 Protecting Children 20 All Children Must Be Restrained 20 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 21 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 21 If You Must Drive wit...

Page 7: ...o occupants who sit too close to them or are not properly restrained Infants young children and short adults are at the greatest risk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual See...

Page 8: ...ect you and your passengers during a crash Some safety features do not require any action on your part These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment...

Page 9: ...elts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger children Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the c...

Page 10: ...ly protect you in every crash But in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury What you should do Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Airbags Your car has...

Page 11: ...the seats How you adjust your seats and seat backs can also affect your safety For example sitting too close to the steering wheel or dashboard increases the risk of you or your passenger being injur...

Page 12: ...Front seat occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 13 Seat backs are upright see page 14 Head restraints are properly adjusted see pag...

Page 13: ...red 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 doors reduce...

Page 14: ...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 you are concerned ab...

Page 15: ...o close to the dashboard could be injured if the front airbag inflates Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant s chest reduces the protective c...

Page 16: ...pants from whiplash and other crash injuries See page 99 for how to adjust the head restraints 5 Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make...

Page 17: ...shoulder portion of a lap shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back This could cause very serious injuries in a crash If a seat belt does not seem to work as it should it may not protect the o...

Page 18: ...Sitting 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...

Page 19: ...seat belt whenever she drives or rides in a car Remember to keep the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible fro...

Page 20: ...tes Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard could int...

Page 21: ...the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be restrained whenev...

Page 22: ...Back Seat According to accident statistics children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in the back seat not the front seat The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and...

Page 23: ...e hazardous If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously i...

Page 24: ...MUST ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELT DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACING CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER T...

Page 25: ...equires attention Placing a child in the front seat exposes the child to hazards from the passenger s front airbag and paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the important tasks o...

Page 26: ...al guidelines for selecting and installing child seats for infants and small children Selecting a Child Seat To provide proper protection a child seat should meet three requirements 1 The child seat s...

Page 27: ...of child seats vehicle seats and seat belts all child seats will not fit all vehicle seating positions However Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed i...

Page 28: ...ns 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 and Passenger Safety CONTI...

Page 29: ...t does not need to be rock solid In some vehicles or seating positions it may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move at all Some side to side or back and forth movement can be e...

Page 30: ...an be placed in any seating position in the back seat but not in the front seat Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the...

Page 31: ...through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the wa...

Page 32: ...ild seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driv...

Page 33: ...at 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 seat that allows you to...

Page 34: ...enger s front airbag can be hazardous If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force t...

Page 35: ...belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all th...

Page 36: ...push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuver...

Page 37: ...s the recommended weight or height limit for a forward facing child seat the child should sit in the back seat and wear a lap shoulder belt If a child is too short for the shoulder part of the belt to...

Page 38: ...uld 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 under the arm This could cause very serious injuries during a crash It als...

Page 39: ...ational Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat The back seat is the safest place for a child of...

Page 40: ...be able to follow the rules including sitting properly and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride If you decide that a child can safely ride up front be sure to Carefully read the owner s m...

Page 41: ...rity we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available The tether anchorage points are located under plastic covers Pivot the cover backward to access the anchorage point Attach the te...

Page 42: ...me on and a beeper 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...

Page 43: ...echanism 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 pulled all the...

Page 44: ...f the airbag system so they can be activated during a collision that might not cause the airbags to deploy In this case the airbags would not be needed but the additional seat belt tension can be help...

Page 45: ...l use Please see your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details If a seat belt is worn during a crash you should have your dealer inspect the belt and replace it if necessary A belt that has been...

Page 46: ...cords information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators and driver and passenger seat belt use when the ignition is ON II An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you...

Page 47: ...r s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that the ai...

Page 48: ...the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or the passenger s side airbag Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact If the i...

Page 49: ...n at all you should have the system checked by your dealer For example If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON II If the light stays on after the engine starts If th...

Page 50: ...ns sideways or larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the deployment path of the side airbag the system may also shut off the side airbag If the side airbag indicator light comes on you should...

Page 51: ...SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem Take your car to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Additional S...

Page 52: ...without consulting a Honda dealer Improperly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a collision See page 183 for further information and prec...

Page 53: ...the vehicle out of the garage With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the trunk lid open open all the wi...

Page 54: ...use 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 SUN VISOR U S models Canadian models...

Page 55: ...Remote Audio Controls 77 Keys and Locks 77 Keys 77 Immobilizer System 78 Ignition Switch 80 Power Door Locks 81 Lockout Prevention 82 Remote Transmitter 83 Trunk 86 Emergency Trunk Opener 87 Glove Box...

Page 56: ...P 106 DIGITAL CLOCK P 109 HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 118 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 125 POWER DOOR LOCKS P 81 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 103 FUEL FILL DOOR TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 175 86 HOOD RELEASE HANDL...

Page 57: ...CONTROL INDICATOR P 62 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR P 59 IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR P 59 SIDE AIRBAG INDICATOR P 60 MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR P 65 SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT P 58 LOW...

Page 58: ...t fasten 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...

Page 59: ...ou turn the ignition switch ON II and when the ignition switch is turned to START III If this light comes on at any other time there is a problem in the ABS If this happens take the car to your dealer...

Page 60: ...or This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags or automatic seat belt tensioners On models e...

Page 61: ...n signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see page 274 Replace the bulb as s...

Page 62: ...see page 68 Washer Level Indicator Canadian models only This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low Add washer fluid when you see this light come on see page 242 Instruments and Controls C...

Page 63: ...edle in the red zone Odometer The odometer shows the total dis tance your car has been driven It measures miles in U S models and kilometers in Canadian models The total number is displayed when you t...

Page 64: ...ing conditions such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving the pointer may rise to near the upper red mark If it reaches the red Hot mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to pa...

Page 65: ...ight for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch ON II and then flash for ten seconds If you exceed 7 500 miles 12 000 km without having the scheduled maintenance performed this indicator...

Page 66: ...ght of the steering column The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof cruise control andtheTCS The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the s...

Page 67: ...ition switch in ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver s door To change between low beams and high beams pull the turn signal lever until you hear a click then l...

Page 68: ...witch on but do not open the door and get out the lights will turn off after ten minutes The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver s door If you unlock the door but do not open...

Page 69: ...to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It shuts off automatically as you complete...

Page 70: ...The sweep interval will change slightly with speed getting shorter as you drive faster In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by...

Page 71: ...ase the lever The wipers run at low speed while you re pulling the lever then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it Hazard Warning Push the button to the left of the clock to...

Page 72: ...not turn it off the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition You have to turn it on again when you restart the car EX V6 model Make sure th...

Page 73: ...sired position making sure the wheel points toward your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights 3 Push the lever up to lock the steering w...

Page 74: ...ld have full control of the car under those conditions Using the Cruise Control 1 Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch to the left of the steering column The indicator in the switch will light 2 A...

Page 75: ...he 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 in any of these wa...

Page 76: ...n 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...

Page 77: ...ing speed as before Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory To use the system again refer to Using the Cruise Contr...

Page 78: ...t heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immedi ately with a soft cloth The keys do not contain batteries Do not try to take them apart Remote Transmitter Some...

Page 79: ...rical 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 complies with Part...

Page 80: ...on 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 it difficult to...

Page 81: ...The switch returns to ON II when you let go of the key The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key s coding see page 78 You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave...

Page 82: ...ide insert the key in the driver s door lock turn the key and release it If you turn the key and hold it both doors will unlock Both doors will unlock when you unlock the passenger s door with the key...

Page 83: ...ch is in the center position will come on when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open either door the light stays on for about 10 seconds then fades out If you relock the doors with the remote...

Page 84: ...ny button on the remote transmitter You can also turn the ignition switch to ON II Replacing the Battery When the remote transmitter s battery begins to get weak it may take several pushes on the butt...

Page 85: ...to your car s system 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 ivies Operation is subje...

Page 86: ...the trunk release button on the remote transmitter To close the trunk press down on the trunk lid See page 184 for cargo loading and weight limit information Keep the trunk lid closed at all times whi...

Page 87: ...U S models only As a safety feature your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside To open the trunk push the release lever to the left Parents should decid...

Page 88: ...with the master key The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on Instruments and Controls GLOVE BOX An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash...

Page 89: ...urer of the equipment While training or using the transmitter make sure you have a clear view of the garage door or gate and that no one will be injured by its movement General Information If you are...

Page 90: ...and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transmitter for about 20 seconds until the red light flashes Release the buttons then proceed to Step 1 If you are training the second or third buttons...

Page 91: ...by pressing and holding the HomeLink transmitter button you just trained If the red light blinks for two seconds then stays on you have a rolling code garage door opener You may be able to verify this...

Page 92: ...on comes on then release it The light may blink or come on and stay on You then have approximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps 4 Press and release the button on the HomeLink transmitter...

Page 93: ...hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash then release the buttons You should erase all three codes before selling the car As required by the FCC This device complies with Part...

Page 94: ...ackward pull up on the lever under the seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the an...

Page 95: ...ront of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise the rear Make all adjustments before you start driving Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment On EX model The height of your driver s seat is pow...

Page 96: ...sts the seat bottom in several directions The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position Make all seat adjustments before you st...

Page 97: ...ngle by pushing the rear switch in the direction you want to move Driver s Lumbar Support On EX and EX V6 models Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Move the...

Page 98: ...seat back adjustment lever The seat back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat Passenger s Side To get into the rear seat on the passenger s side push forward on the release lever...

Page 99: ...er of the restraint A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible The front head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust the restraint Do not attempt to adjust it...

Page 100: ...ther side of the seat back from inside the car insert the master 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...

Page 101: ...at back when it is folded Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat back whenever the seat back is in its upright position Make sure all items in the trunk or items ex...

Page 102: ...after the seat s temperature drops It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on In LO the heater runs continuously It...

Page 103: ...driver s armrest has a master power window control panel To open the passenger s window push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position To close the window pull...

Page 104: ...t until the window reaches the desired position The light inside the AUTO switch comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger s window With this...

Page 105: ...eryone s hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it The moonroof has a key off delay You can still open and close the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition...

Page 106: ...he bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position Adjusting the Power Mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver s door armrest 1 Turn the ignition swit...

Page 107: ...ccidentally bumping the switch Available on all Canadian models The outside mirrors are heated to re move fog and frost With the ignition switch ON II turn on the heaters by pressing the button The li...

Page 108: ...ower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running see page 59 Driving the car with the parking brake applied...

Page 109: ...he displayed time is before the half hour pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour pressing R sets the clock forward to the beginning of the nex...

Page 110: ...swing open To close it push it down until it latches The inner liner can be removed if you want to hold a larger cup Be careful when you are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot...

Page 111: ...odels The console compartment has a Compact Disc holder You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid To use the tray pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pa...

Page 112: ...sor can be extended by sliding out the extension Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror...

Page 113: ...system To open the lid pull it down Close it with a firm push Accessory Power Socket To use the accessory power socket pull out on the cover The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II This so...

Page 114: ...e light goes out when both doors are closed In the ON position the ceiling light stays on continuously On EX and EX V6 models The ceiling light with the switch in the center position also comes on whe...

Page 115: ...r is opened and goes out when the door is closed Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It remains on for several seconds after t...

Page 116: ...tion 128 Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor 132 Audio System LX LX V6 133 AM FM CD Audio System 133 Operating the Radio 134 Adjusting the Sound 138 Audio System Lighting 139 Operating the CD Player 14...

Page 117: ...i tioning ON and OFF The indicator above the button lights when the A C is on Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system When the indicator above this button...

Page 118: ...r flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents Air flows from the floor vents Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshiel...

Page 119: ...own and side to side DRIVER S SIDE VENT On the driver s side vent move the vent up and down and move the tab side to side On the passenger s side vent move the tab up and down and move the vent side t...

Page 120: ...off can cause the windows to fog up Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears The outside air in...

Page 121: ...essing 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 interior has...

Page 122: ...re control dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32 F 0 C To Defog and Defrost To...

Page 123: ...the windshield and the side window defroster vents The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up You can close the side vents with the dial underneath each vent Thi...

Page 124: ...m the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable CENTER VENTS To adjust the air flow from the center vent move the tab up and down and side to side On the driver s side vent move...

Page 125: ...rior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling the engine must be running Comfort and Conven...

Page 126: ...temperature to its lower limit 60 F 18 C or its upper limit 90 F 32 C the system runs at full cooling or heating only It does not regulate the interior temperature When the temperature is set between...

Page 127: ...ial below the outside temperature With the A C on use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air flow to a comfortable setting Recirculation Button This button controls the sour...

Page 128: ...e dial fully clockwise increases the fan s speed which increases air flow Mode Button Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in a...

Page 129: ...de froster vents at the base of the wind shield The main air flow comes from the floor vents The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents The main air flow comes from t...

Page 130: ...Air mode For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When you turn off by pressing the button...

Page 131: ...tem has two sensors A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them Comfort and Co...

Page 132: ...For LX and LX V6 models Your Honda s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations Comfort and Convenience Fe...

Page 133: ...radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN AUTO SELECT and the Preset buttons TUNE Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency Turn the TUNE knob to the right to tune to a high...

Page 134: ...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 five secon...

Page 135: ...store two frequencies with each Preset button 2 Use the TUNE SEEK or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that station Press the button and hold...

Page 136: ...ons and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations If you are in a remote area Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve stro...

Page 137: ...ode each time you press the TUNE knob Each mode is shown in the display as it changes Treble Bass Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking Select TRE or BAS by pressing the TUNE knob Adjust t...

Page 138: ...the adjustment level reaches the center you will see The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about five seconds after you stop adjusting a mode with the TUNE knob...

Page 139: ...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 the drive or cause other problems Do not play discs...

Page 140: ...and hold the SEEK SKIP bar Press the side to move forward You will see CUE in the display Press the side to move backward You will see REW displayed Release the bar when the system reaches the point...

Page 141: ...select an empty slot in the magazine the changer will after finding 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 d...

Page 142: ...see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Co...

Page 143: ...see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and C...

Page 144: ...t then insert 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 Licen...

Page 145: ...a tape is playing either with the 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...

Page 146: ...s a reminder When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing it will automatically go into rewind When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage the system returns t...

Page 147: ...autoreverse for continuus play Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licen...

Page 148: ...tereo reproduction on AM is not available You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN AUTO SELECT and the Preset buttons TUNE Use the TUNE knob to tune t...

Page 149: ...of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two frequencies on the FM band To store a frequency 1 Select the desired band AM or F...

Page 150: ...with strong signals It stores the frequencies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations If you are in a remote area...

Page 151: ...eset buttons as described previously Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre viously When you return home turn off Auto Select by pressing the A SEL button The preset buttons wi...

Page 152: ...hen the adjustment level reaches the center you will see Balance Fader These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker BAL adjusts the side to side strength while FAD adjusts...

Page 153: ...uncer 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 nearby large obje...

Page 154: ...ected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in...

Page 155: ...reduction turn it off by pressing the button Dolby remains off until you turn it on by pressing the button again When the system reaches the end of the tape it will automatically reverse direction and...

Page 156: ...e tape push the FF button You will see FF displayed Press the FF REW or PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward When the system reaches the end of the tape it reverses direction a...

Page 157: ...kip to the beginning of the next song push the button You will see FF flashing in the display as the tape fast forwards When the system finds the begin ning of a song or passage it goes back to PLAY T...

Page 158: ...returns to PLAY mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again Pressing the REW or FF button or either of the SKIP buttons also turns off RE...

Page 159: ...f the label is peeling off remove it from the cassette or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store...

Page 160: ...gnition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II Load and play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this sy...

Page 161: ...sitions are loaded The system will then begin playing the last CD loaded If you are not loading CDs into all six positions press the Load button again after the last CD has loaded The system will begi...

Page 162: ...by pressing the appropriate preset button Select an empty position the disc number indicator is off and press the preset button for that position 1 to 6 The system will stop playing the current CD an...

Page 163: ...he system reaches the point you want Each time you press the button and release it the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press and release the button to skip backward to the begi...

Page 164: ...on play will continue at the same point that it left off If you turn the system off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or the ignition switch play will continue at the same point when...

Page 165: ...begins playing the next disc in the changer If the changer is empty the system selects the previous mode AM FM or Tape If you do not remove the disc from the slot the system will reload the disc afte...

Page 166: ...button again will eject the next disc in the numerical order By doing this six times you can remove all the CDs from the changer In any mode if you press the Eject button and hold it until you hear a...

Page 167: ...ut of direct sunlight and extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges The small plas...

Page 168: ...see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and C...

Page 169: ...to change stations Each time you press this button the system advances to the next preset station on the band you are listening to You will see the number of the selected Preset button in the display...

Page 170: ...de If it is entered correctly the radio will start playing If you make a mistake entering the code do not start over or try to correct your mistake Complete the five digit sequence then enter the corr...

Page 171: ...to show you the system is setting itself SECURITY SYSTEM LIGHT Once the security system is set opening either door without using the key or the remote transmitter or the hood will cause it to alarm I...

Page 172: ...n 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 174 Gasoline 174 Service Station Procedures 175 Filling...

Page 173: ...our Honda is designed to operate on unleaded 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 ca...

Page 174: ...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 175: ...LE 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 LATCH 2 Standing in front of the...

Page 176: ...ly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop After closing the hood make sure it is...

Page 177: ...the fender then press down firmly with your hands After closing the hood make sure it is securely latched Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you fill the car with fuel Wait a fe...

Page 178: ...ce Station Procedures 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it all the way back in its tube 6 cylinder models CONTINUED Before Driving 4 cylinder models Main Menu Table of Con...

Page 179: ...el 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 235 for information on adding the proper coolant Refer to Ow...

Page 180: ...r ation abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a consta...

Page 181: ...systems should not interfere with your car s computer controlled systems such as the SRS and anti lock brake system However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed your car s elec...

Page 182: ...part of your Supplemental Restraint System Modifications could make the system ineffective Additional Safety Precautions Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers Any object attached t...

Page 183: ...er 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 s...

Page 184: ...at could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf They can block your view and be thrown around the car during a crash Be sure items placed on the...

Page 185: ...items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning follow the instructions on page 52 If you can carry an...

Page 186: ...rting the Engine 189 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 190 5 speed Manual Transmission 191 Recommended Shift Points 192 Engine Speed Limiter 192 Automatic Transmission 192 Shift Lever Position...

Page 187: ...are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 94 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 106 7 Check the adjustment of the steerin...

Page 188: ...r more than 15 seconds at a time Pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again 5 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator p...

Page 189: ...e battery 2 Push the accelerator pedal half way to the floor and hold it there while starting the engine Do not hold the ignition key in START III for more than 15 seconds When the engine starts relea...

Page 190: ...ft into Reverse with the car moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they...

Page 191: ...hometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the re...

Page 192: ...shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission Avoid rapid acceler ation and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible Shift Lever Positions T...

Page 193: ...still cannot move the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page 196 You must also press the release button to shift into Park To avoid transmission damage come to a complete stop before shifti...

Page 194: ...when towing a trailer in hilly terrain or to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill D3 can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop and go driving F...

Page 195: ...d 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 is caused by a limiter in the engine s...

Page 196: ...Shift Lock Release slot 5 Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to Neutral 6 Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot...

Page 197: ...you have a manual transmission put it in first gear If the car is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb If you have a manual transmission put it in reverse gear Make sure the parking...

Page 198: ...he 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 they feel normal If no...

Page 199: ...he steering wheel The ABS helps to prevent lock up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person can do it You should never pump the brake pedal this de...

Page 200: ...rp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road A vehicle with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or...

Page 201: ...low speed low traction conditions up to approximately 25 mph 40 km h The TCS monitors the speed of all four wheels When it senses a front wheel losing traction it applies braking to that wheel The TC...

Page 202: ...nstalled see page 294 may activate the TCS You should turn off the system If the brakes overheat while the TCS is activating the TCS indicator will stop flashing and stay on temporarily This indicates...

Page 203: ...erheat the indicator will come on If the TCS indicator comes on and stays on for more than 10 minutes while driving pull to the side of the road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the syste...

Page 204: ...ply smooth even pressure to all the controls Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden hard appli cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather Be extra cautious for the first few mile...

Page 205: ...per pressure Both are important in preventing hydroplaning loss of traction on a wet surface In the winter mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling Watch road conditions carefully the...

Page 206: ...oaded in it must not exceed 1 000 Ibs 450 kg Towing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain Tongue Load The w...

Page 207: ...4 235 Ibs 1 920 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The total weight of the vehicle all occupants all cargo and the tongue load must not exceed LX 2 160 Ibs 980 kg EX 2 185 Ibs 990 kg LX V6 EX V6 2 315 I...

Page 208: ...e 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 equipment is properly...

Page 209: ...otential hazard Your car has a trailer lighting connector located in the trunk by the left taillight Refer to the drawing above for the wiring color code and purpose of each pin If you use a converter...

Page 210: ...riving away be sure to check the following The vehicle has been properly serviced and the tires brakes suspension and cooling system are in good operating condition All weights and loads are within li...

Page 211: ...more slowly and wider than normal The trailer tracks a smaller arc than your vehicle and it can hit or run over something the vehicle misses Allow more time and distance for braking Do not brake or t...

Page 212: ...acking Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up Grip the bottom of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left and turn the wheel...

Page 213: ...230 Adding Oil 230 Recommended Oil 230 Synthetic Oil 232 Additives 232 Changing the Oil and Filter 232 Cooling System 235 Adding Engine Coolant 235 Replacing Engine Coolant 237 Windshield Washers 242...

Page 214: ...ome of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you shoul...

Page 215: ...ool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless in structed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required To...

Page 216: ...d limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads within the lega...

Page 217: ...arts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their performance and durability U S...

Page 218: ...ly NOTE If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions 1 Bal...

Page 219: ...which schedule to use Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 219 Balancer belt applies to 4 cylinder...

Page 220: ...Trailer towing driving with a roof top carrier or driving in mountainous conditions Driving on muddy dusty or de iced roads Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions See in...

Page 221: ...t on page 263 for replacement information under special driving conditions 2 Balancer belt applies to 4 cylinder models only 3 See Air Conditioning Filter on page 262 for replacement information under...

Page 222: ...s only 3 See Air Conditioning Filter on page 262 for replacement information under special driving conditions See information on maintenance and emissions warranty last column page 219 NOTE Check engi...

Page 223: ...You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 220 or severe conditions page 222 Keep the receipts for all work done o...

Page 224: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 225: ...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 242 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly...

Page 226: ...IL FILL CAP Black cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap CLUTCH FLUID 5 speed Manual Transmissio...

Page 227: ...GINE OIL FILL CAP Black cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap RADIATOR CAP ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop B...

Page 228: ...our engine s performance and longevity Always use a premium grade 5W 20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the Ameri...

Page 229: ...he oil for your vehicle according to this chart 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your Honda to improve cold weather starting and to help your engine use less fuel If 5W 20 oil is n...

Page 230: ...nce miles kilometers recommenda tions in the maintenance schedule The oil and filter collect contami nants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly Changing the oil and filter req...

Page 231: ...h available from your Honda dealer is required to remove the filter 4 Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it CONTINUED Maintenance WASHER DRAIN BOLT OIL FILTER OIL FILTER...

Page 232: ...ithin five seconds If it does not turn off the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it si...

Page 233: ...lant 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 syste...

Page 234: ...g counterclockwise 4 The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low 5 Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully 6 Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill it...

Page 235: ...ly use Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 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 sk...

Page 236: ...Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block 6 cylinder models Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator The coolant will drain through the splash guard Loosen the drain bolt Main...

Page 237: ...ing the reserve tank first remove the cruise control cable and the ground cable from their clips After installing the tank back in place put the cables back in their clips CONTINUED Maintenance RESERV...

Page 238: ...he bleeder bolt on top of the engine Pour Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 into the radiator This coolant is a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water Pre mixing is not require...

Page 239: ...hen stop the engine 13 Remove the radiator cap Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark 14 Start the engine and hold it at 1 500 rp...

Page 240: ...ng the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weathe...

Page 241: ...off the engine 2 Remove the dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth 3 Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration CONT...

Page 242: ...Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF Z1 as soon as it is convenient To thoroughly flush the transmission the technician should drain and refill it with Honda ATF Z1 then drive th...

Page 243: ...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 replacement An SG grade...

Page 244: ...ntainer as a temporary replacement However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty...

Page 245: ...the reservoir If it is not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid specified for the brake system Low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system Have this system ins...

Page 246: ...wever continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible A low power steering fluid level c...

Page 247: ...placement procedure for removal and reinstallation Replacement 4 cylinder Models The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To replace...

Page 248: ...bolts by using a Phillips head screwdriver and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove the old air cleaner element 3 Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag 4 Place...

Page 249: ...e 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 time and distance rec...

Page 250: ...er it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 13 lbf ft 18 N m 1 8 kgf m Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening can cau...

Page 251: ...the heads one quarter turn counterclockwise with a flat tipped screwdriver Remove the cover on the front cylinder bank by pulling it straight up 2 Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around...

Page 252: ...hths inch 16 mm spark plug socket 6 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 7 Torque the spark plug If you do not have a tor...

Page 253: ...re connector onto the ignition coil Make sure it locks in place 10 Repeat this procedure for the other five spark plugs 11 Reinstall the cover on the front cylinder bank while putting its mounting cli...

Page 254: ...colors Check the battery terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water It will bubble up and turn brown When this stops...

Page 255: ...nnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system CONTINUED Maint...

Page 256: ...turn on the radio you will see in the frequency display Use the Preset buttons to enter the five digit code see page 171 Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car s...

Page 257: ...ns or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace the blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Raise the driver s side first then the passenger s side 2 Disconnect the blade assemb...

Page 258: ...move the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock 6 Slide the w...

Page 259: ...clean them Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engine at normal operating temp...

Page 260: ...soot in the air from industry and diesel powered vehicles Replace it more often if air flow from the heating and cooling system climate control system becomes less than usual Have the air conditionin...

Page 261: ...of wear or looseness have your dealer adjust or replace the belts Timing Belt The timing belt and balancer belt 4 cylinder models only should normally be replaced at the intervals shown in the mainten...

Page 262: ...si 7 to 15 kPa 0 07 to 0 15 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 the car has...

Page 263: ...ubeless tires have some ability to self seal if they are punctured However because leakage is often very slow you should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure Inspection Every ti...

Page 264: ...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 feel a consis tent vibr...

Page 265: ...ife 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 ply tires on your ca...

Page 266: ...6 1 2 JJ EX V6 16 x 6 1 2 JJ Tire LX EX P195 65R15 89H EX V6 P205 65R15 92V EX V6 P205 60R16 91V See page 330 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading Winter Driving Tires that are marked M S o...

Page 267: ...s S Cable type traction devices can also be used 6 cylinder models Because your Honda has limited tire clearance mount only SAE Class S cable type traction devices Link type chains should not be used...

Page 268: ...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 PARKING LIGHT HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM TURN SIGNAL SIDE M...

Page 269: ...ights Taillights Brake lights High mount brake light Turn signals Back up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights Canadian models If you find any bul...

Page 270: ...a bulb handle it by its plastic case and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth Halogen headlight bulbs...

Page 271: ...he new bulb into the hole and turn it one quarter turn clock wise to lock it in place 5 Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb Make sure it is on all the way 6 Turn on the headlights to test...

Page 272: ...from the fender and bumper 4 Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 5 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and turning cou...

Page 273: ...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 bottoms 4 Insert the socket back...

Page 274: ...illight 4 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 5 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 6 Reinstall the socke...

Page 275: ...ocks the center is flush with the head Replacing Rear Bulbs in Trunk Lid 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the screw securing the plastic cover Then remove the plastic cover 3 Determine which of the two bulbs...

Page 276: ...cover and secure it with the screw Replacing a Rear Side Marker Light Bulb 1 Use a Phillips head screwdriver to loosen the side marker assembly mounting screw 2 Remove the assembly from the fender by...

Page 277: ...unt Brake Light Bulb 1 Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counter clockwise 2 Remove the burned out bulb by pulling it straight out of the sock...

Page 278: ...lens will come down 2 Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb in until it bottoms in the socket 3 Turn on the parking lights and check that the new bulb is working 4 Put the lens ba...

Page 279: ...e of bulb 1 Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat tip screwdriver Do not pry on the edge of the housing around the lens Ceiling light Pry o...

Page 280: ...into the metal tabs Snap the lens back in place Replacing the Trunk 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 t...

Page 281: ...d indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and...

Page 282: ...int brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 286 Washing 286 Waxing 287 Aluminum Wheels 287 Paint Touch up 287 Interior Care 2...

Page 283: ...d detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the car using the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top a...

Page 284: ...emovers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Aluminum Wheels On some models Clean your Honda s aluminum alloy wheels as you do the res...

Page 285: ...e with your car was designed to be hooked over the floor mat anchor This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals If you remove the floor mat make sure to re a...

Page 286: ...cult spots You can also use commercially available spray or foam type vinyl cleaners Leather On some models Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently Pay particular attention to the pleats and...

Page 287: ...towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces The rear window defogger and antenna wires are bonded to the inside of the glass Wiping vigorously up and down can dislodge and break these wires W...

Page 288: ...oon as you discover them Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body Check the floor coverings for dampness Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a long time espec...

Page 289: ...ey do not give the same high quality appearance When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want genuine Honda parts used in the repair Although most insurers recognize the qu...

Page 290: ...find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 294 Changing a Flat Tire 295 If Your Engine Won t Start 301 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 301 The Starter Ope...

Page 291: ...ile driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especially to fit your car Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle unless i...

Page 292: ...wing a trailer unhitch the trailer 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 Rais...

Page 293: ...by turning the handle counterclock wise then pulling on the cover 7 Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 8 Loosen the wheel nuts four for the 4 cylinder mode...

Page 294: ...g 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 the wheel nuts...

Page 295: ...tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 13 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight t...

Page 296: ...wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m CONTINUED Taking C...

Page 297: ...nto its hole 20 Store the jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Replace the cover Store the tools 21 Store the wheel cover or center cap in the trunk Make sure it does not...

Page 298: ...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 brightness If...

Page 299: ...stem indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to Starting the Engine on page 189 Do you have fuel Turn the ignition switch to ON II for a minute a...

Page 300: ...ntil it thaws If a battery sits in extreme cold the electrolyte inside can freeze Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture 2 Turn off all the electrical acces sories heat...

Page 301: ...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 Taking Care of the Unexpected 6 cylinder models...

Page 302: ...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 positi...

Page 303: ...ndication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood In either case you should take immediate action 1 Safely pull to the s...

Page 304: ...still extremely hot so use caution If you find a leak it must be repaired before you continue driving see Emergency Towing on page 320 7 If you don t find an obvious leak check the coolant level in t...

Page 305: ...or up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as...

Page 306: ...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 hood and chec...

Page 307: ...gger 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 discharge the...

Page 308: ...ued operation may cause serious damage If you have recently refueled your car the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap Check the cap and tighten it until it clic...

Page 309: ...erased It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again If possible do not take your car for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set See State Emission...

Page 310: ...brake pads However if the brake pedal does not feel normal you should take immediate action Because of the brake system s dual circuit design a problem in one part of the system will still give you br...

Page 311: ...diately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug...

Page 312: ...ocated on each side of the dashboard To open an interior fuse box open the car door Pull the cover open then take it out of its hinges by pulling it toward you The under hood fuse box is located in th...

Page 313: ...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 of the large fuse...

Page 314: ...ating as soon as you can Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system If you do not have a replace ment fuse with the proper ratin...

Page 315: ...On Canadian models 1 EX EX V6 2 LX V6 EX EX V6 3 Canadian models 4 U S models except LX Taking Care of the Unexpected INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver s Side Front Front Passenger s Side Main Menu Table of Co...

Page 316: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX 1 EX V6 in Canada 2 EX V6 models 3 V6 models 4 Canadian EX and EX V6 models Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 317: ...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 towed by...

Page 318: ...o and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ignition switch...

Page 319: ...Grading U S Cars 330 Treadwear 330 Traction AA A B C 330 Temperature A B C 331 Oxygenated Fuels 332 Driving in Foreign Countries 333 Emissions Controls 334 The Clean Air Act 334 Crankcase Emissions C...

Page 320: ...nsuring your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certificat...

Page 321: ...on the front The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission 4 cylinder Models MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER 6 cylinder Models AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBE...

Page 322: ...odels 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 0 13 Imp gal 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Technical Information...

Page 323: ...Specifications 4 cylinder Models Technical Information page 318 page 319 page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 324: ...odels 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 0 13 Imp gal 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Technical Information...

Page 325: ...Specifications 6 cylinder Models 1 EX V6 2 LX V6 Technical Information page 318 page 319 page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 326: ...fied government test course For example 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 t...

Page 327: ...re can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repre...

Page 328: ...hol You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether You may use gasoline containi...

Page 329: ...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 emissions reg...

Page 330: ...n Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses t...

Page 331: ...timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake mani...

Page 332: ...t on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can...

Page 333: ...later date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle re tested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for re testing by doing the following Make sure the gas tank is n...

Page 334: ...vary slightly this is okay If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds Then dr...

Page 335: ...lations Customer Relations Information 340 U S Zone Office Map 341 Canada Zone Office Map 342 Warranty Coverages 343 Reporting Safely Defects U S Vehicles 344 Authorized Manuals 345 Warranty and Custo...

Page 336: ...ou are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office Refer to the U S and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages When y...

Page 337: ...nge If you cannot reach your Zone office ask your Honda dealer for the current information Mid Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln Suite 200 Gaithersburg Maryland 20878 301 990 2020 Southeastern Zone P O...

Page 338: ...ELATIONS 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 Warranty and Customer Relations Honda Canada Inc...

Page 339: ...e period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please rea...

Page 340: ...it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Ho...

Page 341: ...manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should contact their au...

Page 342: ...stand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle Body Repair Manual Thi...

Page 343: ...Control 74 Automatic Transmission 192 Capacity Fluid 326 328 Checking Fluid Level 243 Shifting 193 Shift Lever Position Indicator 193 Shift Lever Positions 193 Shift Lock Release 196 Battery Charging...

Page 344: ...ting 288 Exterior 286 Fabric 289 Interior 288 Leather 289 Seat Belts 289 Vinyl 289 Windows 290 Climate Control System 125 Clock Setting the 109 Clutch Fluid 247 CO in the Exhaust 334 Coin Box 113 Cold...

Page 345: ...ke 108 Emergency Flashers 71 Emergency Towing 320 Emergency Trunk Opener 87 Emissions Controls 334 Emissions Testing State 337 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 64 Drive Belts 262 Malfunction Indicator...

Page 346: ...Fuel 64 Speedometer 63 Tachometer 63 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 208 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission 193 5 speed Manual Transmission 191 Glass Cleaning 290 Glove Box 88 GVWR Gross...

Page 347: ...Parking 67 Turn Signal 69 Load Limit 185 LOCK Ignition Key Position 80 Lockout Prevention 82 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 80 Fuel Fill Door 175 Glove Box 88 Power Door 81 Trunk 86 Low Coolant Lev...

Page 348: ...g 287 Pre Drive Safety Checklist 11 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 18 Proper Seat Belt Usage 15 Protecting Adults 12 Additional Safety Precautions 19 Advice for Pregnant Women 18 Protecting Children 20 Pr...

Page 349: ...172 Serial Number 324 Service Intervals 220 Service Manual 345 Service Station Procedures 175 Setting the Clock 109 Shift Lever Position Indicator 193 Shift Lock Release 196 Side Airbags 47 Side Airba...

Page 350: ...Protection 171 Three Way Catalytic Converter 336 Time Setting the 109 Timing Belt 263 Tire Chains 269 Tire How to Change a Flat 295 Tires 264 Air Pressure 264 Checking Wear 265 Compact Spare 294 DOT T...

Page 351: ...cosity Oil 231 WARNING Explanation of ii Warning Labels Location of 53 Warranty Coverages 343 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 242 Indicator 62 Washer Windshield Operation 71 Washing 286 Wax...

Page 352: ...smission 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 245 Capacity 2 0 US qt 1 9 l 1 7 Imp qt Power...

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