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Rear Seat, Folding  . . . . . . . . .

  94

Rear View Mirror  . . . . . . . . . .

  105

Rear Window Defogger  . . . . .

  74

Rear Window Wiper

and Washer  . . . . . . . . . . . . .

  74

Reclining the Seat-Backs

Front  . . . . . . . . . . . .

  11

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 92

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 93

Rear  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

  97

Recommended Shift Speeds  .

  84

Reduced Power Indicator  . . .

  64

Replacement Information

Air Cleaner Element  . . . . .

 214

Coolant  . . . . . . . . . . . 

204,

 

218

Engine Oil and Filter  . . . . .

 211

Fuses  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 240

Light Bulbs  . . . . . . . . . . . .

  243

Schedule  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

  204

Spark Plugs  . . . . . . . . . . . .

  235

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

  166

Replacing Seat Belts

After a Crash  . . . . . . . . . . . .

  43

Reporting Safety Defects  . . . .

  249

Reserve Tank, Coolant  . . . . . .

 217

Restraint, Child  . . . . . . . . . . .

  18

Reverse Gear Position  . . . . . .

  77

Rotation, Tire  . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 166

Rust Protection . . . . . . . . . . . .

 225

Safety Defects, Reporting  . . .

 249

Safety Labels, Location of  . . .

  48

Safety Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .

 

iv

Seat Belts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 4

,

 6

Additional Information  . . . . .

  41

Maintenance  . . . . . . . . .

  42

System Components  . . . .

  41

Advice for Pregnant Women

  16

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

 229

Fasten and Position  . . . . . . .

  13

Lap Belt  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

 42

Lap/Shoulder Belt  . . . . . . . .

  41

Reminder Light  . . . . .

  6

,

 41

,

 61

Seats  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

  8

,

 89

Adjusting the  . . . . . . . . . . .

  90

Seat-Backs . . . . . . . . . .

 8

,

 92

,

 93

Self-Adjusting Brakes  . . . . . .

  162

Serial Number  . . . . . . . . . . . .

 232

Service

Intervals  . . . . .

 204

,

 205

,

 206

,

 207

Service Manual  . . . . . . . . . . .

 253

Service Station Information . .

 197

Setting the Clock  . . . . . . . . . .

  153

Shift Lever Position Indicator

  76

Shift-on-the-Fly System  . . . . .

  220

Fluid Capacity  . . . . . . . . . .

 239

Side Marker Lights

Bulb Replacement  . . . . . . . .

 243

Summary of Contents for 2001 Passport

Page 1: ...control system the audio system and other convenience features Driving Tips 155 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park what gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo In Case of Emergency 183 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience and how to handle them Care and Maintenance 195 The Maintenance Sc...

Page 2: ...f 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 ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE V I N DELIVERY DATE Date sold to original retail purchaser DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE OWNER...

Page 3: ...o service remember that your Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your complete satisfaction We thank you for choosing a Honda product and want to assure you that we will continue to be interested in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction American Honda Motor Co Inc California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of Califo...

Page 4: ...a high center of gravity This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt As a reminder make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts For information on how to reduce the ...

Page 5: ...Preface ...

Page 6: ...judgment You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the vehicle Safety Message s preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you do not follow instructions You CAN be HURT...

Page 7: ...ing Position 16 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 AdditionalSafetyPrecautions17 Protecting Children 18 All Children Must Be Restrained 18 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 19 The Passenger s Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 19 If You Must Drive With Several Children 20 If a Child Requires Close Attention 21 Additional Safety Precaution s 21 General Guidelines for Using Child Seats 21 Protectin...

Page 8: ...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 this manual See page 7 Don t Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don t mix Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions and your reaction time gets worse with every addition...

Page 9: ... include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash and a collapsible steering column These safety features are designed to reduce the severity of injuries in a crash However you and your passengers can t take full advantage of these safety features unless you remain sit...

Page 10: ... addition most states and Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts When properly worn seat belts Keep you connected to the vehicle so you can take advantage of the vehicle s built in safety features Help protect you in almost every type of crash including side and rear impacts and rollovers In a rollover crash an unbelted person is more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Your...

Page 11: ...al airbags to help protect the driver and a front seat passenger This system also includes an indicator light on the instrument panel to alert you to a possible problem with the system The most important things you need to know about your airbags are Airbags do not replace seat belts The seat belts are the occupants primary protection in all types of collisions The airbags supplement the seat belt...

Page 12: ...full advantage of the protection offered by seat belts and the energy absorbin g materials in 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 injured by striking the inside of the vehicle or by an inflating airbag Reclining a seat back too far reduces th...

Page 13: ...properly see page 13 Any infant or small child is properly restrained in a child seat in the back seat see page 18 Front seat occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 10 Seat backs are upright see page 11 Head restraints are properly adjusted see page 12 All doors and the tailgate are closed and locked see page 10 All cargo is properl...

Page 14: ... closed and locked For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the vehicle is moving and accidentally fall out It also reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash For security locked doors can prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop See page 104 for how to lock the d...

Page 15: ...tive equipment may help Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position See pages 91 and 92 for how to adjust the front seats 3 Adjust the Seat Backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel If you sit too close to the steeri...

Page 16: ...clined the greater the risk of injury See pages 92 and 93 for how to adjust seat backs 4 Adjust the Head Restraints Before driving make sure everyone with an adjustable head restraint has properly positioned the head restraint The restraint should be positioned so the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possib...

Page 17: ...e lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack from the shoulder part then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body Driver and Passenger Safe...

Page 18: ...on and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions Neverplace the shoulderportion of a lap shoulderbelt under your arm or behindyour back This could cause very serious injuries in a crash Using the Lap Belt Insert the latch plate into the buckle marked CENTER If the belt is too short hold the latch plate at a right angle and pull on the plate to extend the belt Then insert the latc...

Page 19: ...pant in a crash No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt Anyone using a seat belt that is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible See page 41 for additional information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your belts 6 Adjust the Steering Wheel Adjust the steering wheel if needed so that the w...

Page 20: ...creased In addition an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured by striking interior parts of the vehicle or by being struck by an inflating airbag Remember to get the best protection from your vehicle s airbags and other safety features you must sit properly and wear your seat belt properly Advice for Pregnant Women Because protecting the mother is the...

Page 21: ...belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash Do not place hard or sharp objects between yourselfand an airbag Carrying hard or sharp objects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your airbags inflate Keepyourhandsandarms awayfromtheairbagcovers If your hands or arms are close to the SRS covers in the center of the steering whe...

Page 22: ... reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state requires that infants and children be restrained whenever they ride in a vehicle Any childwho is too smallto wear a seat belt should be properlyrestrainedin a child seat See page 21 A larger child should always be restrainedwitha seatbelt See page 34 AdditionalPrecautionsto Parents Never hold an infant or child on your lap If you are not ...

Page 23: ...ministration recommends that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in the back seat In the back seat children are less likely to be injured by striking hard interior parts during a collision or hard braking Also children cannot be injured by an inflating airbag when they ride in the back The Passenger sAirbag PosesSerious Risks to Children Airbags have been designed to help protect...

Page 24: ...en To remind you of the passenger s airbag hazards and that children must be properly restrained in the back seat your vehicle 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 If You Must Drive With Several Children Your vehicle has three seating positions in the back seat where children can be properly res...

Page 25: ...oors Using this feature will prevent children from opening the doors and accidentally falling out see page 105 Use the main power window switch to prevent children from opening the rear windows Usingthis feature will prevent children from playing with the windows which could expose themto hazards or distract the driver see page 107 Do not leave children alone in your vehicle Leaving children witho...

Page 26: ... about one year old should be restrained in a rear facing reclining child seat Only a rear facing seat provides the proper support to protect an infant s head neck and back See page 26 for additional information on protecting infants Small Children A child who is too large for a rear facing child seat and who can sit up without support should be restrained in a forward facing child seat See page 3...

Page 27: ...sitions in your vehicle Before purchasing a child seat we recommend that parents test the child seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where they intend to use the seat If a previously purchased child seat does not fit you may need to buy a different one that will fit Your vehicle has lower anchorages installed for use with Child Restraint Anchorage System compatibl e child sea...

Page 28: ...kSeats Infants Recommended positions Properly secure a rear facing child seat see page 27 Small children Recommended positions Properly secure a front facing child seat see page 31 Driver and Passenger Safety Airbags Pose Serious Risks to Children The passenger s airbag inflates with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant in a rear facing child seat A small child in a forward facing ch...

Page 29: ...seat is firmly secured After installing a child seat push and pull the seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure To provide security during normal driving maneuvers as well as during a collision we recommend that parents secure a child seat as firmly as possible However a child seat does not need to be rock solid In some vehicles or seating positions it may be difficult to ins...

Page 30: ...cting Infants ChildSeat Type Only a rear facing child seat provides proper support for a baby s head neck and back Infants up to about one year of age must be restrained in a rear facing child seat Two types of seats may be used a seat designed exclusively for infants or a convertible seat used in the rear facing reclining mode We recommend that an infant be restrained in a rear facing child seat ...

Page 31: ...ing the seat as far back as recommended see page 10 Or it may prevent them from locking the seat back in the desired upright position see page 11 In either 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 You may also wish to get a smaller child seat that allows you to safely carry a front ...

Page 32: ...ition 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 belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor you might hear a clicking noise as the belt retracts Driver and Passenger Safety ...

Page 33: ...ack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight the child seat will not be secure To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat...

Page 34: ...ll a rear facing child seat in the center back seat with the lap belt follow instruction number 1 on page 28 for routing and latching the seat belt Then pull hard on the loose end of the belt to remove any slack it may help to put weight on the child seat while pulling on the belt Finally follow instruction number 5 on page 29 to verify that the child seat is secure Driver and Passenger Safety ...

Page 35: ... in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown We also recommend that a small child stay in the child seat as long as possible until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat ChildSeatPlacement In this vehicle the best place to install a forward facing child seat is in one of the seating pos...

Page 36: ...at The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a forward facing child seat with this type of seat belt If you have a child seat designed to attach to the vehicle s lower anchorages follow the instructions on page 39 See page 34 for how to secure a forward facing child seat in the center back seat with the lap belt 1 With the child seat in the desired seating position route the belt t...

Page 37: ...d to repeat these steps 4 After 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 the child seat will not be secure It may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt 5 Push and pull the child seat ...

Page 38: ...move any slack it may help to put weight on the child seat while pulling on the belt Finally follow instruction number 5 on page 33 to verify that the child seat is secure Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommendedweight or height limit for a forward facing child seat the child should sit in one of the outer back seats and wear a lap shoulder belt The lap shoulder belt provide...

Page 39: ... the seat belt However if the belt touches or crosses the child s neck the child needs to use a booster seat Do not let a child wear a seat belt acrossthe neck This could result in serious neck injuries during a crash Do not let a childput the shoulderpart of a seat belt behindthe back or underthe arm This could cause very serious injuries during a crash It also increases the chance that the child...

Page 40: ...oster seat we recommend choosing a style that allows the child to use the lap shoulder belt directly without a shield as shown Whichever style you select follow the booster seat maker s instructions A child may continue using a booster seat until the tops of the ears are even with the top of the seat back A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap shoulder belt without a booster W...

Page 41: ...e hips chest and shoulder see page 13 and 36 If the seat belt does not fit properly the child should not sit in the front Maturity To safely ride in front a child must 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 manual and make sure you understan...

Page 42: ... determine whether a tether is available for a particular child seat The tether anchorage points are located under plastic covers Use your finger to push the latch then pivot the cover backward to access the anchorage point Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point as shown in the illustration then tighten the strap according to the child seat maker s instructions Driver and Passe...

Page 43: ...d to attach to the lower anchorages 1 Move the seat belt buckle or center seat belt away from the anchorages 2 Make sure there are no foreign objects around the anchorages Foreign objects could get in the way of a secure connection between the child seat and the anchorage 3 Put the child seat in the rear left or right vehicle seat and attach the child seat to the lower anchorages according to the ...

Page 44: ...trap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker s instructions 6 Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal maneuvers Driver and Passenger Safety FLEXIBLE TYPE CHILD SEAT TETHER COVER ANCHORAGE POINT ...

Page 45: ...y locks the belt to help restrain your body Driver and Passenger Safety Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap Shoulder Belt Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap shoulder belts in the front seats and the outer back seats and a lap belt in the center back seat The system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to fasten you...

Page 46: ...to wear the lap shoulder belt properly Lap Belt The lap belt has one manually adjusted belt that fits across the hips To fasten the belt insert the latch plate into the buckle marked CENTER then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button See page 14 for how to lengthen the lap belt and how to properly position the belt Seat Belt Maintenance For ...

Page 47: ...ion under a wide range of driving conditions including off road driving When driving off road it is important that everyone wear their seat belts properly and that you drive at speeds that are safe for the terrain and conditions Refer to the Off Road Driving Information booklet for tips on proper operation SRS Components Your Supplemental Restraint System SRS includes Two frontal airbags The drive...

Page 48: ...on the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the airbags During a crash your seat belt helps restrain your lower body and torso Your airbag provides a cushion to help restrain and protect your head and chest Since both airbags use the same sensors both airbags normally inflate at the same time However it is possible for only one airbag to inflate T...

Page 49: ...orary discomfort If this occurs get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so For additional information on how your airbags work see the booklet titled SRS WhatYouNeedto KnowAbout Airbags that came with your owner s manual How Your SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the SRS light is to alert you to a potential problem with your Supplementa l Restraint System When you turn the igniti...

Page 50: ...ht alerts you to a problem Take your vehicle to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags Together airbags and seat belts provide the best protection in a moderate to severe frontal collision Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any ...

Page 51: ...pen run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage With the tailgate glass open air flow can pull exhaust gas into the interior This can create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the tailgate glass open open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle even in an unconfined area with the engine running...

Page 52: ...ey warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement Driver and Passenger Safety DRIVER S SUNVISOR SUN VISOR DASHBOARD UNDER HOOD Safety Labels ...

Page 53: ... start Each item in this section refers you to a page of the manual for detailed instructions on that aspect of vehicle operation While you should take the time to become familiar with all the information in this manual we hope that this section saves some time in getting you safely behind the wheel Seats 50 Interior 51 Engine Compartmen t 53 Off to a Good Start ...

Page 54: ...Seats C TILT STEERING WHEEL B SEAT BELT A SEAT ADJUSTMENT See pages 91 and 92 B SEAT BELT See pages 13 15 C TILT STEERING WHEEL See page 115 A SEAT ADJUSTMENT LX and EX shown Off to a Good Start ...

Page 55: ...IGHT AND MOONROOF G ADJUSTING REAR AND SIDE VIEW MIRRORS F GAUGES L TURN SIGNALS J HEADLIGHTS E STARTING THE ENGINE M HEATER CONTROLS K WINDSHIELD WIPERS H SHIFTING I PARKING BRAKE Off to a Good Start D IGNITION SWITCH ...

Page 56: ...5 H SHIFTING For automatic see page 76 For manual see page 83 For four wheel drive see pages 80 and 84 I PARKING BRAKE See page 86 J HEADEIGHTS See page 72 K WINDSHIEED WIPERS See page 70 L TURN SIGNALS See page 75 M HEATER CONTROLS See page 120 N MAP LIGHT AND MOONROOF See pages 112 O PUTTING FUEL IN THE VEHICLE See page 197 Off to a Good Start ...

Page 57: ...ASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR See page 223 V RADIATOR RESERVE TANK See page 218 W POWER STEERING RESERVOIR See page 223 X AIR CLEANER See page 214 Off to a Good Start S ENGINE OIL FILL CAP P ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Q WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR R RADIATOR CAP V RADIATOR RESERVE TANK X AIR CLEANER U CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR W POWER STEERING RESERVOIR T BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR Engine Compartm...

Page 58: ...54 ...

Page 59: ... 58 Trip Odometer Reset Knob 58 Fuel Gauge 59 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 60 Indicator Lights 61 Switches 70 Windshield Wiper Washer 70 Headlights 72 Illumination Control 73 Rear Window Defogger 74 Rear Window Wiper Washer 74 Turn Signals 75 Hazard Warning Flasher 76 Automatic Transmission 76 Transfer Control 4WD Models 80 5 Speed Manual Transmission 83 Transfer Control 4WD Models 84 Parking ...

Page 60: ...Control Locations METERS AND GAUGES TRANSMISSION AND TRANSFER CONTROL LEVERS PARKING BRAKE LEVER Instruments and Controls ...

Page 61: ...T LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT CHECK TRANS INDICATOR LIGHT A T only TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LIGHT SPEEDOMETER TRIP ODOMETER POWER DRIVE INDICATOR LIGHT WINTER DRIVE INDICATOR LIGHT LOW FUEL INDICATOR LIGHT CRUISE SET INDICATOR LIGHT FUEL GAUGE ODOMETER TRIP ODOMETER RESET KNOB ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR 4 WHEEL DRIVE 4WD INDICATOR LIGHT TACHOMETER ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE CHARGING ...

Page 62: ...eedometer shows vehicle speed in miles per hour mph Odometer The odometer indicates the total distance your vehicle has been driven Trip Odometer Rese t Button There are two trip odometers Each odometer works independently so you can keep track of two different distances Switch between them and the Instruments and Controls TACHOMETER TRIP ODOMETER ODOMETER SPEEDOMETER TRIP ODOMETER RESET KNOB ...

Page 63: ...e approximate fuel level in the tank when the key is in the ON position The following conditions may be considered normal Gas station pumps may shut off before the fuel gauge indicates F FULL The amount of fuel required for a fill up may not exactly correspond to the gauge The needle may not move away from F FULL until some time after fill up Instruments and Controls ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATUR E GA...

Page 64: ...ant temperature gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant The letters C and H on the gauge represent Cold and Hot respectively The gray area indicates the normal enginecoolant temperature If the pointer reaches the H mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to page 217 for instructionsandprecautionson checking the engine s cooling system Driving with the temperature gaugepointer a...

Page 65: ... not fastened Brake System The service braking system is a split system designed so that one part will provide some braking action if there is a loss of hydraulic pressure in the other part of the system To serve as a reminder the BRAKE system light is designed to come on while the parking brake is set and the key is turned to the ON position Have Instruments and Controls BRAKE HIGH BEAM INDICATOR...

Page 66: ...a dealer for repair Do not continue to drive with the brake system light on There may be a serious problem with the braking system Driving under this condition is hazardous and could lead to an accident The brake system light does not indicate that the parking brake is fully set When applying the parking brake always pull it up as far as possible High Beam The headlight high beam indicator lights ...

Page 67: ...r comes on while driving it indicates a problem in the engine emissions control system Have your Honda dealer inspect the system and correct the problem If this indicator starts flashing as you drive engine misfiring has been detected Misfiring can damage the catalytic converter and the engine Stop as soon as it is safe turn off the engine and call for assistance Instruments and Controls CHECK ENG...

Page 68: ... Signal Indicators A green light flashing on the instrument panel lets you know that the front and rear turn signal lights are working If the light stays on and does not flash check for a burned out bulb If there is no light when the lever is moved check the fuse and bulb Whenever the Hazard Warning Flasher Switch is on both turn signals will flash Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on when the t...

Page 69: ...but this will not harm the system However if the light remains on during normal engine operation the engine should be stopped until the cause of the trouble can be located and corrected The source of the trouble could be either of the following Low engine oil level Loss of engine oil pressure Running the engine with low oil pressurecan cause serious mechanicaldamage almost immediately Turn off the...

Page 70: ...mit Best fuel economy can be achieved by accelerating slowly and shifting to the next higher gear when the U S light comes on Safe operation of the vehicle may require a different shifting schedule than indicated by the U S light to adapt to weather road or traffic conditions The U S light should be ignored when downshifting or when hard acceleration is required for satisfactory performance For th...

Page 71: ...to the ON position but should go out after the engine is started If the 4WD 2WD switch is in the ON or 4WD position this light will come on when the key is turned to the ON position and remain on after the engine is started Anti Lock Indicator This light will come on and go out when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If the light does not come on see your Honda dealer to have the sys...

Page 72: ... shift automatically you must move the shift lever to change gears This chart shows the shift Sever position and the gear range that will result L position First gear 2 position Third gear 3 position Fourth gear D position Fourth gear When the transmission is in backup mode and does not shift automatically you should move the selector lever to the appropriateposition for your driving needs as foll...

Page 73: ...tic Transmission only The Winter Drive light will come on when you push the Winter Drive button with the engine running and the transmission lever in the D range It also comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON position Refer to Driving Pattern Selector later in this section Power Drive Indicator Automatic Transmission only The Power Drive light will come on when you ...

Page 74: ...til the light goes off If the light goes off you can drive the vehicle again If the light does not go off have the automatic transmission lubricating system checked as soon as possible by your Honda dealer Driving with the A TOIL TEMP light constantly on will cause serious mechanical damage to the automatic transmission Switches Windshield Wiper Washer The lever on the right side of the steering c...

Page 75: ...he windshield wiper control lever The washers will spray and the wipers will run at low speed for as long as you hold the lever The wipers will continue to run for a short time after you release the lever WindshieldWasherFluid Check the washer fluid level regularly Do it more often during poor weather conditions Use windshield washer fluid to prevent freezing and for better cleaning Instruments an...

Page 76: ...ng switch on the left lever controls the lights Rotating this switch to the position turns on the instrument panel lights and all exterior lights except the headlights Rotating the switch to the position turns on the headlights To change between low beams and high beams pull back on the lever until you hear a click then let go The high beam indicator will light see page 62 when the high beams are ...

Page 77: ...ts When fog or heavy mist reduces your forward vision push this switch to turn the fog lights on The indicator light in the switch turns on Push the switch again to turn off the fog lights The fog lights operate only when the headlight low beams are in use Illumination Control The instrument panel lights turn on when the light switch is on Brightness of the instrument panel lights is controlled by...

Page 78: ...vehicle Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be easily damaged When cleaning the glass always wipe side to side Do not use any abrasive cleaners Rear Window Wiper Washer To operate the rear window wiper press the wiper button The wiper runs in intermittent mode until you press the button aga...

Page 79: ... neutral or canceled position when the turn is completed Lane Change Signal In some turns such as changing lanes the steering wheel is not turned far enough to cancel the turn signal For convenience you can flash the turn signal by moving the lever part way to the first stop and holding it there The lever will return to the horizontal position when you release it A green light on the instrument pa...

Page 80: ...g lights to warn other drivers that your vehicle is a potential road hazard Avoid stopping on the roadway if possible Cruise Control Refer to page 147 for operation of this system Automatic Transmission The shift lever position indicator is in the instrument panel The appropriate letter or number illuminates to show what position the shift lever is in The 4 speed automatic transmission shift lever...

Page 81: ...your vehicle is fully stopped Use this position together with the parking brake The shift lever can be moved from PARK position if the regular brake is applied Refer to Starting in this section R Reverse Used for backing the vehicle Bring your vehicle to a complete stop before shifting to Reverse N Neutral The out of gear position You may restart a stalled engine while the vehicle is still moving ...

Page 82: ...wer Mode or 25 mph Normal Mode When starting out in L the transmission will not upshift Starting Start the engine with the lever in the P or N position It will not start in any other position If it does have your vehicle checked by your Honda dealer Always apply the foot brake before shifting into any driving position This prevents the vehicle from creeping Do not press the accelerator pedal while...

Page 83: ...oo long or too often This could cause the brakes to get hot and not work properly Downshifting to a lower gear is especially important when towing a trailer in mountainous terrain Do not hold the vehicle on a hill by pressing on the accelerator Do not press on the accelerator pedal and brake pedal at the same time Either of these actions can overheat the automatic transmission and cause damage Alw...

Page 84: ...5 km h 4L Low Range 4 Wheel Drive Use this for maximum power and traction Top speed is limited to 65 mph 105 km h Use 4L for climbing or descending steep hills off road driving and hard pulling in sand mud or deep snow Operatingthe4WD 2WDSwitch 2H 4H To shift between ranges push the switch with the vehicle going in a straight line at any speed below 65 mph 105 km h The 4WD indicator will blink for...

Page 85: ...shifted out of sequence Stop the vehicle select 4WD with the 4WD 2WD switch shift the lever from 4L to 4H then select 2WD Drive in a straight line to reset the system If the indicator continues to blink see your Honda dealer Do not use 4 wheel drive for driving on dry pavement This causes noise and wear and taking tight turns can damage the transfer case and driveshafts It also reduces fuel econom...

Page 86: ...in the P R N or D position push the WINTER button on the console The WINTER DRIVE indicator light will illuminate whenever the WINTER mode system is activated and the vehicle will start off in third gear The WINTER mode is deactivated when the vehicle reaches approximately 19 mph 30 km h when the transmission is shifted into 3 2 or L by pushing the WINTER button again or by turning the ignition ke...

Page 87: ...utch to slip resulting in damage to the clutch When you are stopped on an upgrade do not hold the vehicle in place by letting the clutch pedal up part way Use the foot brake or the parking brake Never shift into reverse gear until the vehicle is completely stopped Do not over speed the engine when shifting down to a lower gear The shift lever cannot be shifted directly from fifth gear into Reverse...

Page 88: ...for that speed cruising speed is defined as a relatively constant speed operation The upshift indicator U S lights to show recommended upshift points Refer to Indicator Lights If the engine is lugging the speed you are traveling at is too slow for the gear the transmission is in downshift to the next lower gear You may need to downshift two or more gear positions to keep the engine from lugging or...

Page 89: ...ime as the system completes the shift Taking your foot off the accelerator pedal for a moment will help to engage the new range ShiftingtheTransferControl Lever 4H 4L Stop the vehicle Depress the clutch then move the transfer control lever from 4H to 4L or 4L to 4H Move the transfer control lever quickly and securely between positions Do not stop midway The transfer gear box can be damaged if the ...

Page 90: ...and causing excessive wear or damage Always apply the parking brake whenever you leave the vehicle whether it is equipped with a manual or automatic transmission If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission you should set the parking brake whenever you leave the driver s seat If the vehicle is parked on a grade and the shift lever is placed in P Park position before the parking brake...

Page 91: ... position Accelerator Pedal The accelerator pedal is used to vary engine power and thus regulate engine and vehicle speed Clutch Pedal Manual Transmission The clutch pedal is used to engage or disengage the clutch thereby connecting or disconnecting the engine from the manual transmission and driveline to the driving wheels When the pedal is fully released the clutch is engaged driving the transmi...

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Page 93: ...Seats Seat Adjustment 90 Manual Front Seat Adjustments 91 Driver s Seat Full Power Adjustments 92 Head Restraints Rear Seat 94 Folding 94 Unfolding 96 Seats 93 ...

Page 94: ...Seat Adjustment HEAD RESTRAINT FORE AFT SEAT ADJUSTMENT LX EX shown FRONT SEAT LAP SHOULDE R BELT RECLINING ADJUSTMENT LX EX shown Seats ...

Page 95: ...body pressure to move the seat to the desired position Let go of the lever and the seat will lock into the desired position After adjusting the seat use your body weight to try to move it forward and backward Seat movement indicates that at least one of the seat adjusters did not latch Lift the lever and readjust the seat If the seat will not latch firmly in position after several attempts take th...

Page 96: ...he seat belt system Adjust the seat back before you start driving Trying to adjust the seat back with the vehicle in motion could cause you to lose control Driver s Seat Full Power Adjustments Seepages 10 11 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seatsandseat backs The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside of the seat bottom The horizontal swit...

Page 97: ...ust the seat back angle by pushing the vertical switch in the direction you want to move Head Restraints See page 12 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the head restraints Head restraints are designed to help reduce the risk of neck injuries Seats ...

Page 98: ...required Adjust the head restraint before you start driving Trying to adjust it while driving could cause you to lose control of the vehicle To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat back Rear Seat The rear seat can be folded forward to provide additional cargo area Folding 1 Pull the strap toward the outside of the seat and fo...

Page 99: ...up on the restraint 3 Fold the seat back down by pulling the release knob and pulling the seat back forward 4 Unsnap the strap on the seat bottom Thread it through the buckle on the seat back and pull it tight Seats Push to release the lock Pull the release knob ...

Page 100: ...to the locked upright position Pull on the seat back to verify both latches are locked 2 When latching the rear seat cushion to the floor push the cushion with enough force to lock it After this confirm it is locked by pulling the seat belt buckle upward 3 Make sure that the head restraints are properly reinstalled on the top of the seat backs 4 Verify that the seat belts are routed properly and n...

Page 101: ...h section of the rear seat back can be adjusted through three positions Pull up on the release knob move the seat back to the desired position then release the knob Push and pull on the seat back to make sure it is locked in position Seats ...

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Page 103: ...or Mirror 105 Power Mirrors 105 Vanity Mirrors 106 Power Windows 107 Checking the Circuit Breaker 108 Tailgate 108 Operation 108 Hood Release 109 Interior Lights 110 Luggage Light 110 Dome Light 111 Courtesy Lights 112 Map Lights 112 Moonroof 112 Conveniences 113 Beverage Holder 113 Sun Visor 114 Glove Box 114 Assist Grip 115 Horn Button 115 Tilt Steering Wheel 115 Cigarette Lighter 116 Ashtrays 1...

Page 104: ...Interior Features SUN VISOR HORN FUEL FILL CAP TAILGATE OPERATION STEERING COLUMN LOCK IGNITIO N SWITCH INTERIOR MIRROR SUN VISOR VANITY MIRROR EXTERIOR MIRRORS GLOVE BOX ...

Page 105: ...ngcolumn has five positions LOCK The normal parking position This locks the steering and prevents normal use of the steering wheel The key can be removed only when the ignition is in this position On automatic transmission models the ignition switch cannot be turned to the EOCK position unless the shift lever has first been placed in the P position The shift lever is then locked ACC Accessory In t...

Page 106: ...ion Key Reminder The key reminder circuit causes a beeper to sound when the door is held open with the key left in the ignition switch This is to help prevent accidentally locking the key inside the vehicle The beeper stops when the door is closed or when the key is removed Guard Against Theft Your new Passport has features to help prevent theft of the vehicle its equipment and its contents These ...

Page 107: ...tem see page 152 Keep costly items out of sight Never leave things of value in plain sight on the seat or floor The glove box offers a place to hide small items and if locked protects them even more Locks Interior Features POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS CHILD SAFE DOOR LOCKS DOOR LOCKS ...

Page 108: ...unlock To lock any passenger s door from the outside push the lock knob down and close the door Locking the driver s door from the outside with the key locks all the doors and the tailgate To unlock only the driver s door from the outside turn the key and release it To unlock the remaining doors turn the key a second time within three seconds Unlocking the passenger s door with the key unlocks onl...

Page 109: ...Mirrors Interior Mirror To adjust move the mirror right or left and up or down Pull the lever to switch the mirror to night operation This reduces the glare from the headlights of following vehicles Power Mirrors Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the dashboard 1 Turn the ignition switch to ON 2 Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenger s side Interior Featur...

Page 110: ...d out of position if you accidentally bump the switch The outside mirror on the passenger s side has curved glass Objects look farther away than they really are Use this mirror to get a wide view Do not use it to judge the distance of things behind you Vanity Mirrors The vanity mirrors are on the back of the sun visors The light next to the mirror will come on when the headlight switch is in eithe...

Page 111: ... raise a window pull back on the front edge of the switch REAR PASSENGER S WINDOW CONTROL The driver s window can be lowered automatically by pressing the window switch down firmly and releasing it To stop the window from going down all the way pull back on the switch briefly If you press lightly on the window switch and hold it the window will stop when you release the switch Interior Features Cl...

Page 112: ...nd then push the knob on the circuit breaker The windows should now operate If the circuit breaker immediately goes off again or the windows do not operate have the electrical system checked by a dealer as soon as possible Operation The tailgate has a hatch glass and a door The hatch glass must be raised before opening the door To unlock the hatch glass use the ignition key in the outside tailgate...

Page 113: ...utside lock to unlock the glass Raise the glass then pull the door handle to unlock the door Hood Release The hood release lever is on the left side of the instrument panel To Open 1 Pull the lever to release the hood lock 2 Lift the under hood lever while lifting the hood slightly Interior Features Pull ...

Page 114: ...upport rod in its retaining clip and lower the hood Make sure the hood is latched securely before beginning to drive Luggage Light The cargo compartment light switch is built into the light housing The switch has three positions ON Light turns on and remains on regardless of tailgate opening DOOR Light turns on when the hatch glass is opened Interior Features ON DOOR Interior Lights OFF ...

Page 115: ...n on and stay on regardless of door position OFF The light stays off regardless of door position DOOR The light turns on when any of the doors or the hatch glass is opened It is best to set the switch in the DOOR position so the light comes on when you enter the vehicle EX model only The ceiling light with the switch in the DOOR position also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote trans...

Page 116: ...t push the switch EX model only The moonroof has two positions it can be tilted up in the back for ventilation or it can be slid back into the roof Use the switch above the rear view mirror to operate the moonroof The ignition must be ON To tilt up the back of the moonroof push the switch forward and hold it To close the moonroof pull the switch backward Interior Features OPEN OFF ON TILT CLOSE Mo...

Page 117: ...red position When the moonroof nears the fully closed position it will stop automatically Make sure your passengers are clear of the moonroof then release the switch and push it forward again to close the moonroof completely Beverage Holder The front beverage holder is in the front console The rear beverage holder is in the back of the front console To use this beverage holder pivot the lid down t...

Page 118: ... components in the interior Sun Visor The sun visor can be pivoted to the side when unhooked Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle The glove box can be locked and unlocked with the ignition key Interior Features An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving ...

Page 119: ...l airbag HORN AREA Tilt Steering Wheel See page 15 for important information about how to properly position the steering wheel The release lever for the tilt steering wheel is on the left side of the steering column To adjust the height of the steering wheel push up on the lever The steering wheel has six Interior Features ...

Page 120: ... cigarette lighter to work To operate push it in When it heats it automatically pops out ready for use Avoid holding the lighter in by hand while it is heating as damage to the heating element may result Ashtrays To open either ashtray pull it out To remove the front ashtray for cleaning open it then remove the inner part of the ashtray by lifting up on both sides near the front Interior Features ...

Page 121: ...located in the front console The other is located in the left rear of the cargo compartment To use an accessory power socket the ignition switch must be in ACC or ON These sockets are intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps They will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element Interior Features Press down on the metal tab ...

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Page 123: ...io System LX EX 125 Operating the Radio 125 Adjusting the Sound 127 Operating the Cassette Player 128 Caring for the Cassette Player 130 Operating the Optional CD Changer 131 AM FM Cassette CD Changer Stereo Audio System EX L 133 Operating the Radio 133 Adjusting the Sound 135 Radio Frequencies 136 Operating the Cassette Player 138 Caring for the Cassette Player 141 Comfort and Convenience Feature...

Page 124: ...tioning Switch Push this switch to operate the air conditioning system The light emitting diode in this switch lights to show the system is operating To turn off the air conditioning push this switch in again Air conditioning will not operate without the fan control lever in one of the ON positions Comfort and Convenience Features FAN CONTROL LEVER AIR SELECTOR KNOB AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON TEMPERA...

Page 125: ...ir is conditioned as it passes through the system and is discharged from the upper outlets and knee level outlet This position is used for most air conditioning situations Bi Ievel Air is conditioned and discharged from the upper outlets and the floor outlets The air from the floor outlets is warmer than the air from the upper outlets in this position However when the temperature control knob is m...

Page 126: ...s selected automatically Because of the automatic operation you will not see the light in the A C button The system goes back to your former settings when you move the knob to any other position Operating Tips Use the heater with the air source selector lever at the outside air position This will minimize windshield clouding while quickly warming the interior of the vehicle For best results engage...

Page 127: ...ndshield This helps the heater and defroster work better and reduces the chance of fogging the inside of the windshield Always keep the front inlet grilles clear of obstructions leaves ice snow etc Always keep the underseat air path clear of objects Comfort and Convenience Features ...

Page 128: ...SIDE VENTS CENTER VENTS SIDE VENTS Air Vents Center and Side Air Outlets The direction of air flow can be controlled horizontally and vertically with the knobs Comfort and Convenienc e Features ...

Page 129: ...ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK or the Presetbuttons TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the right side to tune to a higher frequency or the left side to tune to a lower frequency The frequency numbers will ...

Page 130: ... be lost if your vehicle s battery goes dead or is disconnected SCAN The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band To activate it press the SEEK SCAN button until you hear a beep then release it 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 nothi...

Page 131: ...Balance or Fader to your liking by pressing the or key by the MODE button The number in the display from R7 to L7 for BAL from R7 to F7 for FAD shows you the current setting Treble Bass Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking Select TRE or BAS by pressing the MODE button Adjust the desired mode by pressing the or key The displayed number from 5 to 5 shows you the current setting The syst...

Page 132: ...s not eject To begin playing the cassette at the same point press the TAPE button When the system reaches the end of the tape it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side If you want to remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button When you turn off the ignition switch the system stops the tape but does not eject the cassette It will begin to play when you turn the i...

Page 133: ...press the button The APS function uses silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage This feature may not work to your satisfaction Comfort and Convenience Features passage Use the preset 4 or preset 6 buttons to activate APS For example the first song on the cassette is playing and you wish to listen to the third song Press twice you will see FF and 2 displayed The system will f...

Page 134: ...vel between selections or a silent period in the middle of a selection Caring for the Cassette Player Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems See page 141 for information on cassette care and protection Comfort and Convenience Features ...

Page 135: ... changer the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II Loading the CDs in the Changer To load a CD in the changer press the button on the front of the changer for the CD number you want to load 1 for example The light next to the button will begin flashing When the green lights next to the CD slot begin flashing insert the CD part way into the Comfort and Convenience Features CD BUTTON BACKW...

Page 136: ...ange and the CD will begin playing from the first track You can also press the TUNE DISC button on the front of the radio to select the previous disc or to select the next disc To change tracks press and release either the button preset 4 or the button preset 6 Each time you press the system will advance one track Pressing once will return the system to the beginning of the current track Press it ...

Page 137: ... FM button Press the FM button again to switch between FM1 and FM2 On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available You can use any of four methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN or the Preset buttons TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the right side to tune to a hig...

Page 138: ... for five seconds When it finds a station that you want to continue listening to press the SEEK SCAN button again Preset You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two on the FM band FM1 and FM2 To store a frequency 1 Select the desired band AM FM1 or FM2 Comfort and Convenience Features PWR VOL KN...

Page 139: ... Fader These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker BAL adjusts the side to side strength while FAD adjusts the front to back strength Select BAL or FAD by pressing the Audio Control knob Adjust the Balance or Fader to your liking by turning the knob without pressing in on it The number in the display from R7 to L7 for BAL from R7 to F7 for FAD shows you the current se...

Page 140: ...nt on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmospheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flic...

Page 141: ...an be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved b...

Page 142: ...ght to show you which side of the cassette is playing The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing If you want to play the other side press the preset 3 button If the cassette was recorded using Dolby noise reduction turn it on by pressing the preset 4 button You can switch from the cassette to the radio or CD changer by pressing the FM AM or DISC button When you switch the TAP...

Page 143: ...JECT button When you turn off the ignition switch the system stops the tape but does not eject the cassette It will begin to play when you turn the ignition switch back on To eject the tape even with the ignition switch off press the EJECT button Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing you can use the FF REW or APS function to find a desired song or passage FAST FORWARD REWIND EJECT BUTTON A...

Page 144: ... return to the beginning of the previous song press twice If the system reaches the end of the tape before finding the selected song or passage it reverses direction and returns to PLAY mode To cancel APS before it finds the desired song press the or button again REPEAT The Repeat function continuously repeats the current song or passage Press the RPT preset 5 button to activate it You will see RP...

Page 145: ...insert it If the tape is loose tighten it by turning one of the hubs with a pencil or your finger If the label is peeling off remove it from the cassette or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player The player automatically ejects cassettes that do not play properly If it ejects a cassette before it begins to play it is probably...

Page 146: ...ing in the upper right corner of the display When you see LOAD in the display insert the CD part way into the slot the drive will pull it in the rest of the way The numbered light will stop flashing and remain lit as a reminder that a CD is loaded in that position The system will begin playing the first track on that CD Comfort and Convenience Features DISC SELECTOR CD SLOT DISC INDICATORS LOAD BU...

Page 147: ...advance one track at a time or the preset 1 button to return to the beginning of the current track Press again to select the previous track To move rapidly within a track press and hold the button to move forward or the button to move backward Release the button when the system reaches the point you want You can switch to the radio or the cassette player by pressing the FM AM or TAPE button To swi...

Page 148: ...y ten seconds If you do nothing it will select the second track and play that for ten seconds When it plays a track that you want to continue listening to press the SEEK SCAN button again To sample the discs press and hold the SEEK SCAN button until you hear a beep You will see D SCAN in the display The system loads the next disc in the changer and plays the first track on that disc for approximat...

Page 149: ...eset 6 button to randomly play or shuffle the tracks on the disc or discs in the changer With this activated the system plays the tracks in random order rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD or CDs To shuffle the tracks on the CD currently loaded press and release the RAND button You will see RAND in the display The system plays the tracks on the current disc in random order When al...

Page 150: ...warpage 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 The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the recording surface of the disc causing skipping or other problems Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer ed...

Page 151: ...ttinga DesiredSpeed 1 Turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE ON OFF button on the dashboard The light in the button will come on 2 Accelerate to your desired speedusing the accelerator pedal 3 When you reach the desired speed quickly press and release the SET COAST button The CRUISE SET light in the instrument panel will come on and the system will retain that cruising speed Comf...

Page 152: ...ess and hold the SET COAST button to decelerate Release the button when you reach the desired speed the cruise control system will be set to that speed The lowest speed to which the system may be set is 25 mph 40 km h When it is necessary to make a quick reset depress the brake pedal Press the SET COAST button when you reach the desired speed The cruise control system cannot be set to speeds below...

Page 153: ...mission vehicles You can also turn off the system by turning the knob to CANCEL then releasing it or by pressing the CRUISE ON OFF button ClearingtheSystem The cruise control system will be canceled when any of the following conditions apply 1 When the brake pedal is depressed 2 When the clutch pedal is depressed manual transmission or when the automatic transmission is shifted to the N position 3...

Page 154: ... the preset speed This may cause the cruise control system to cancel Recoveringthe Set Speed If the cruise control is cancelled as described by items 1 thru 4 above the originally set cruise speed can be recovered by quickly turning and releasing the knob at the RESUME ACCEL position Your current speed must be approximately 25 mph 40 km h or higher Keep the CRUISEON OFF button OFF unless you are u...

Page 155: ...the center position when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open any of the doors or the hatch glass the light will go out in about 30 seconds the doors and tailgate automatically relock and the anti theft system sets You cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with the remote transmitter if any door the tailgate or the hood is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch When you push t...

Page 156: ...arm The horn sounds and the headlights flash for approximately three minutes The starter motor circuit is disabled so the engine cannot be started After three minutes the system resets Activating the System The system activates automatically when all the doors the tailgate and the hood are fully closed and locked Lock the doors with the key the remote transmitter or the door lock button knob The a...

Page 157: ...an alarming system before the three minutes have elapsed The digital clock displays the time at all times regardless of ignition switch position To set the time Press and hold the H button to set the hours The numbers will advance rapidly Release the button when the desired time is reached Press and hold the M button to set the minutes The numbers will advance rapidly Release the button when the d...

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Page 159: ...heels 166 Wheels and Tires 167 Traction 168 Tire Chains 168 Wheel Replacement Consideration s 169 Fuel Economy 170 Three Way Catalytic Converter 172 Operation in Foreign Countries 173 Accessories Modifications 173 Carrying Cargo 175 Trailer Towing 178 Trailer Hitches 180 Safety Chain 181 Trailer Lights 181 Tires 181 Trailer Brakes 181 Equipment Check 182 Limited Slip Differential 182 Driving Tips ...

Page 160: ...th a passenger car Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers whenever possible Do not modify your vehicle in any way that would raise the center of gravity see page 174 Do not carry heavy cargo on the roof see page 177 For off road driving guidelines see the Off RoadDriving Information booklet that came with your vehicle Before Entering the Vehicle 1 Check that the windows mirrors lights and reflecto...

Page 161: ...in any drive position If it is necessary to restart the engine with the vehicle moving place the shift lever in N never in P 3 Do not touch the accelerator pedal Start the engine by turning the ignition switch to START If the engine does not start in 10 seconds wait 15 seconds to let the starter cool down Then crank the engine at wide open throttle for a maximum of 10 seconds If the engine still d...

Page 162: ...arking brake Place the shift lever in P Park position for automatic transmission When parking a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission on an upward slope or on a level surface place the shift lever in the 1st position When parking a vehicle equipped with a manual transmission on a downward slope place the shift lever in the R Reverse position Turn the key to the LOCK position Remove the key T...

Page 163: ...rake does not seem to hold the vehicle as well as before have the vehicle serviced by your Honda dealer Do not park your vehicle over high grass dry leaves or other combustible materials The catalytic converter gets very hot and could set fire to these materials Anti Lock Brakes Your vehicle has an Anti lock Brake System ABS as standard equipment ABS helps to prevent the wheels from locking up and...

Page 164: ...vehicles ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction abruptly such as trying to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change Always drive at a safe prudent speed for the road and weather conditions ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability Always steer moderately when you are braking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into o...

Page 165: ...e if the water has affected them To dry the brakes quickly press lightly on the brake pedal while maintaining the same speed with the accelerator pedal Continue this until the brakes operate normally Power Brakes The braking system uses engine vacuum to provide power assist If the power assist fails because of a stalled engine or other reason the reserve vacuum in the system will usually allow you...

Page 166: ...ur foot on the brake pedal when you are not intending to brake riding the brakes can cause them to overheat This reduces their effectiveness wears them out faster and can reduce fuel mileage It also causes your brake lights to stay on all the time confusing drivers behind you Brake Wear Indicators The front and rear brakes have built in wear indicators These make a high pitched squealing or cricke...

Page 167: ...ction To safely operate your vehicle your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly inflated The following pages give more detailed information on how and when to check air pressure how to inspect your tires for damage and wear and what to do when your tires need to be replaced Driving Tips Rapid slowing down or speeding up can cause loss of control...

Page 168: ...r tires Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold This means the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours If you have to drive the vehicle before checking the tire pressure the tires can still be considered cold if you drive less than 1 mile 1 6 km If you check the pressure when the tires are hot the vehicle has been driven several miles you will see readings 4 to 6 psi 28 to 41 k...

Page 169: ...lges in the tread or side of the tire Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric Excessive tread wear Your vehicle s tires have wear indicators molded into the tread When the tread wears down to that point you will see a 1 2 inch 12 7 mm wide band running across the tread This shows that there is less...

Page 170: ...vehicle s original tires were dynamic or spin balanced at the factory For best results have the installer perform a dynamic balance Tire Rotation To help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly you should have the tires rotated every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Move the tires to the positions shown in the diagram each time they are rotated Replacing Tires and Wheels The tires that came with y...

Page 171: ...ehicle Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to work inconsistently If you ever need to replace a wheel make sure the replacement s specifications match the wheels that originally came on your Honda Replacement wheels are available at your Honda dealer Wheels and Tires Wheels 16 x 7 JJ Tires Standard on LX 2WD 225 75R16 Standard on all other models 245 70R16 Se...

Page 172: ...ur vehicle has snow tires be sure they are the same size load range and construction type as your other tires Vehicle speed should be limited to a maximum of 75 mph 120 km h when equipped with either passengervehicle type or truck type snow tires Tire Chains To prevent tire chains from damaging your vehicle Install the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible Tighten them again after drivin...

Page 173: ...ealer When obtaining wheels for any reason from any other source the replacement wheels should be equal in load capacity inflation pressure capacity diameter width offset and mounting configuration to those originally installed on your vehicle A wheel of the wrong size or type may adversely affect load carrying capacity wheel and bearing life brake cooling speedometer odomete r calibration stoppin...

Page 174: ... and stop signs Stop and GoDriving Frequent stop and go driving during a trip will cut down on your miles per gallon kilometers per liter Plan even your short shopping trips to take advantage of through streets to avoid traffic lights Pace your driving to avoid unplanned stops ExcessiveIdling An idling engine uses fuel too If you re faced with more than a few minutes wait and you re not in traffic...

Page 175: ...t of pollution emitted from your vehicle ExcessiveWeight Fuel economy is related to the work the engine must do The heavier the load the more fuel it takes to run your vehicle Keep weight to a minimum by removing unnecessary luggage or cargo Tire Inflation Underinflation not only causes needless tire wear but can also waste fuel It s a good idea to check tire pressure often and keep your tires inf...

Page 176: ...g the electrical electronic fuel injection or ignition systems may result in unusually high converter and exhaust system temperatures Do not keep driving your vehicle if you detect engine misfire noticeable loss of performance or other unusual operating conditions Have it serviced promptly A properly maintained engine will minimize malfunctions that could damage the converter It will also help pro...

Page 177: ...ories can make your vehicle unsafe Before you make any modifications or add any accessories be sure to read the following information Accessories Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle and are covered by warranty Non Honda accessories are usually designed for universal applications Alth...

Page 178: ... illegal to drive For example do not make any modifications that would change the ride height of your vehicle or install wheels and tires with a different overall diameter Such modifications can adversely affect handling and interfere with the operation of the vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems In addition any modifications that decreaseground clearance increase the chance of undercarria...

Page 179: ...esigned for small lightweight items The cargo area is intended for larger heavier items In addition the back seat can be folded down to allow you to carry more cargo or longer items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability and operation and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Driving Tins ...

Page 180: ...s and the tongue weight if you are towing a trailer To figure out how much cargo you can carry Add up the weight of all occupants If you are towing a trailer add the tongue weight to the number above Subtract the total from the maximum load figure The final number is the total weight of cargo you can carry Driving Tips Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a c...

Page 181: ...top Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area or on a Roof Rack Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the cargo area placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible If you fold down the back seat tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the hatch glass or rear door exhaust gas can ent...

Page 182: ...differential for the first 500 miles For your safety and the safety of others use equipment specifically designed for your vehicle Improper towing equipment and improper installation of same can cause damage to your vehicle and may also result in personal injury Additional care and cautious driving habits are essential to trailer towing Do not exceed 45 mph or the posted towing speed limit whichev...

Page 183: ...t limit will cause damage to your vehicle and possibly result in personal injury The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR is the combined weight of the unloaded vehicle passengers cargo trailer hitch trailer tongue load and optional equipment This value is indicated on the F M V S S Certification Label on the driver s doorjamb The Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR equals the combined weight of your ve...

Page 184: ... the gross trailer weight exceeds3 500pounds A special attachment that replaces the draw bar ball assembly is used to distribute the proper weight to the front axle It uses a pair of spring bars that are adjusted to accomplish the distribution of the weight Consult your trailer s manufacturer for assistance with selecting the proper weight distributing hitch attachment Check with a recreational ve...

Page 185: ...t your vehicle warranty Consult your Honda dealer for installation Tires Always check the condition of your vehicle s tires and trailer s tires before operation Replace worn or damaged tires before operation Inflate tire pressure to the recommended cold tire pressure indicated in the tire manufacturer s warranty booklet in the glove box packet Check the tire manufacturer s requirements when replac...

Page 186: ... weight distribution worn suspension or other possible causes Make sure the trailer load is properly positioned and secured so its does not shift around while driving Check if your rearview mirrors comply with federal state and local regulations If not confirm the proper mirrors required for towing and have them installed Perform an equipment check of all braking lighting and safety equipment to e...

Page 187: ...th tips to help get you going again Lastly it tells you how to have your vehicle towed Jump Starting 184 Changing a Tire 186 Lifting Points 187 Tool Locations 188 Engine Overheating 190 Towing 191 Precautions 191 Towing Tips 192 All Four Wheels on the Ground 192 Front Wheels off the Ground 192 Rear Wheels off the Ground 193 Inoperative Electrical Devices 193 In Case of Emergency ...

Page 188: ...eeded to light up the work area Turn off the ignition apply the parking brake firmly and shift an automatic transmission to P Park and a manual transmission to N Neutral in both vehicles 3 Check fluid level of the battery before attempting to charge or jump start Do not use an open flame to check and do not smoke BLUE COLORLESS If the battery is a sealed type and if the fluid level is below the lo...

Page 189: ...lternator or compressor 5 Start the engine on the vehicle with the good charged battery and run the engine at moderate speed In Case of Emergency a n d Connect the first jumper cable from the positive red terminal on one battery to the positive red terminal on the other battery Never connect red to black or to Next connect one end of the second cable to the grounded negative black terminal of the ...

Page 190: ...t to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes In Case of Emergency 1 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly Turn on the hazard warning flasher and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 2 Set the automatic transmission in Park the manual transmission in Reverse and transfer case in gear if it is a four wheel drive vehicle 3 Have your passengers get out of the ...

Page 191: ...of the vehicle Set the jack in position as shown Bottom surface of the cross member at the concave position Under the rear axle housing near the wheel Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown Make sure that the jack is positioned on a level and solid surface Do not position the jack at any points other than those specified In Case of Emergency REAR JACK JACK BAR JACK HANDLE FRONT ...

Page 192: ...y turning the wrench clockwise Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility 87 Ib ft 118 N m 12 Stow the jacking tools and flat tire in their proper locations EX model Use the screwdriver to remove the center cap from the wheel before stowing the flat tire Tool Locations The jack is stored in a compartment on the driver s side rear wheel panel To remove the jack fro...

Page 193: ...wrench to remove the retaining bolts When replacing the spare tire make sure you put it on the carrier with the outside of the wheel facing out Tighten the bolts securely EX model The spare tire is stored under the cargo area floor To lower it open the rear door Insert the jack handle between the body and the top of the rear bumper Insert the end of the jack handle into the slot in the tire winch ...

Page 194: ...hat the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle and turn on the hazard warning lights If you see or hear steam or coolant coming from the engine compartment turn off the engine immediately If you do not see or hear steam or spray turn off the A C if on and run the engine at a speed slightly higher than idle speed about 1 500 rpm for several minutes Watch the coolant temperature gauge If it remains ...

Page 195: ...er neck and to the reservoir up to the level indicated on the reservoir tank Proper equipment must be used to prevent damage to vehicles during any towing State and local laws that apply to vehicles in tow must be followed Get detailed towing instructions from your Honda dealer Should it become necessary to tow your vehicle follow these directions Precautions Before towing make sure that the power...

Page 196: ...D model only 2 Transmission in Neutral position 3 Maximum speed 30 mph 50 km h 4 Maximum distance 50 miles 80 kilometers If you are towing the vehicle at distances and speeds greater than shown disconnect the propeller shaft from the rear axle carrier On 4WD models also disconnect the front propeller shaft Safely secure the propeller shafts so they will not fall and scrape the ground FrontWheelsof...

Page 197: ...ust be in the OFF position Inoperative Electrical Devices If you have electrical problems without extreme damage to any electrical parts check for burned out fuses broken wires poor connections or poor grounding Correct as necessary The fuse boxes are located under the left hand side of the instrument panel and in the right hand side of the engine compartment See Fuses on page 240 Replacinga fuse ...

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Page 199: ...Fuel Tank Capacity 198 Engine Oil Recommendatio n 198 Windshield Washer 198 Tire Inflation Pressures 198 Battery 198 Hood Release 199 Engine Oil Dipstick 200 Fuel Requirements 200 Oxygenated Fuels 200 Maintenance Safety 201 Important Safety Precautions 202 Maintenance Schedule 203 Required MaintenanceRecord 206 Owner Safety Checks 208 Engine Oil and Filter 211 Proper Quality Oil 211 Change Interva...

Page 200: ...icle 224 Protection of Exterior Bright Metal Parts 224 Care of Aluminum Wheels 224 Foreign Material Deposits 224 Finish Damage 225 Corrosion Protection 225 Sheet Metal Damage 225 Underbody Maintenance 225 Interior 226 Basic Steps Before Cleaning 226 Cleaning Fabric 227 Cleaning General Soilage or Water Spots From Fabric Trim 227 Spot Cleaning Fabric With Solvent Cleaner 227 Removal of Specific Sta...

Page 201: ...refueling If you need a replacement use only a genuine Honda fuel fill cap An improper fuel fill cap can affect the fuel system the emissions system and allow fuel spillage Care and Maintenance Component Locations CLUTCH MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR POWER STEERING RESERVOIR BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR RADIATOR RESERVE TANK BATT...

Page 202: ...dshield washer reservoir is located on the front right side of the engine compartment Tire Inflation Pressures Check at least monthly including the spare Keep inflated to the pressure shown on the tire placard on the driver s doorjamb LABEL Battery Your new vehicle has a low maintenance battery CHARGE TEST INDICATOR BLUE COLORLESS You will never have to add water The hydrometer test indicator in t...

Page 203: ... of the instrument panel ToOpen 1 Pull the lever to release the hood lock 2 Lift the under hood lever while lifting the hood slightly 3 Raise the hood and hold it open with the hood support rod in the hole on the right side of the hood Care and Maintenance ...

Page 204: ...6 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits Using gasoline containing lead will damage your vehicle s emission controls This contributes to air pollution and can void certain parts of your warrant...

Page 205: ...de metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber components This damage would not be covered by your warranties If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel systemdamageor performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentagesof oxygenates given above are ...

Page 206: ...ust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot parts Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skills required To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion be careful when working aro...

Page 207: ...leaded gasoline with the proper octane rating see page 200 Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Keep all the receipts as proof of completion an...

Page 208: ... each fuel stop Inspect monthly Under severe driving conditions service these items more often These fluids brake clutch P S battery ATF 1 Using SAE 10W 40 oil or any viscosity other than those recommended may reduce engine life and affect the warranty windshield washer 2 This service is recommended only Tire pressure Care and Maintenance ...

Page 209: ...ions service these items more often These conditions are Service for severe driving conditions Repeated short trips in cold weather Frequent idling and or frequent low speed operation Change engine oil and filter Every 3 750 miles 6 000 km Driving in dusty areas Towing a trailer or 3 months Change rear axle oil Every 15 000 miles 24 000 km Care and Maintenance ...

Page 210: ...Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car Care and Maintenance ...

Page 211: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see pages 204 205 Care and Maintenance ...

Page 212: ...hosen Steering Be alert for any changes in steering action An inspection or service is needed when the steering wheel is harder to turn or has too much free play or if there are unusual sounds when turning or parking Wheel alignment balance and tires Uneven or abnormal tire wear or pulling to the right or left on a straight and level road may show the need for a wheel alignment A vibration of the ...

Page 213: ...st system or any smell of fumes These are signs the system may be leaking or overheating Have the system checked and or repaired at once if these conditions exist Also see Carbon Monoxide Hazard in the Driver and PassengerSafety section and Three Way Catalytic Converter in the Driving Tips section Windshield wipers and washers Check the operation and condition of the wiper blades Check the flow an...

Page 214: ...d improperly Glass Check for broken scratched or damaged glass that could reduce visibility or cause injury Door latches Check that the doors close latch and lock securely Hood latch Check that the hood closes firmly Check for broken damaged or missing parts that might prevent secure latching Make sure the secondary latch keeps the hood from opening all the way when first released Fluid leaks Chec...

Page 215: ...SJ must be included The SJ designation may be shown alone or in combination with other designations such as SJ CC SJ CD or SJ CC etc As long as the letters SJ appear somewhere in the designation of oil quality indicated on the container the oil is of suitable quality Change Interval The oil and filter change intervals for your engine are based on the use of the recommendedoil quality and viscosity...

Page 216: ...roper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Warm up the engine This makes the oil drain faster and more thoroughly 2 Remove the oil filler cap 3 Remove the drain plug and drain oil fully 4 Install the drain plug with a new gasket and tighten it 5 Fill the engine with the proper amount of new oil see Specifications Oil Filter Installation 1 Remove the old oil filte...

Page 217: ...viscosities for the temperature range you expect before the next oil change For temperatures above0 F 18 C SAE 10W 30 is the preferred viscosity grade If cold weather starting problems are encountered at temperature s below 0 F 18 C SAE5W 30viscosity oils may be required Oil Level Check It is the owner s responsibility to keep the engine oil at the proper level Check the oil level at regular inter...

Page 218: ... need these extra additives if you use recommended quality engine oil and change it as suggested If you think your engine has an oil related problem talk to your Honda dealer Air Cleaner Filter See your Maintenance Schedule for change intervals If the vehicle is operated in dusty areas it will require more frequent element replacement Your Honda dealer can be of assistance in determining the prope...

Page 219: ... the Maintenance Schedule to find out how often the lubricant level should be checked Check that the fluid level reaches the plug hole by removing the filler plug on the transmission and transfer case If the fluid level is low refill the case up to the filler plug hole Use a high quality engine oil labeled SG or SF that is of the correct viscosity for existing ambient temperatures as follows 2WD O...

Page 220: ...eck the transmission fluid s condition and life expectancy during regularly scheduled maintenance and inform you at what mileage it should be changed Front 4WD and Rear Axles See the Maintenance Schedule List to determine how often the lubricant should be changed Add lubricant if needed by filling to the level of the filler plug hole Use GL 5 gear lubricant of the proper viscosity as shown in the ...

Page 221: ...n up to262 F 128 C protects against rust and corrosion in the cooling system maintains the proper engine temperature for efficient operation and emission control allows proper operation of the engine coolant temperature gauge See the Maintenance Schedule in this section to find out when the engine coolant must be replaced Checking the Coolant Level Check the engine coolant level at the interval sh...

Page 222: ...ck the engine coolant level in the radiator and have it tested for freeze protection Add ethylene glycol antifreeze if needed to maintain freeze protection at 33 F 36 C Have the cooling system and radiator cap tested for a pressure capacity of 15 psi 105 kPa If a replacement cap is needed use a cap specified for your model Tighten all radiator and heater hose clamps and inspect all hoses Replace t...

Page 223: ...vide corrosion protection Thermostat The engine coolant temperature is controlled by a thermostat which stops engine coolant flow through the radiator until a preset temperature is reached This thermostat is installed in the engine coolant inlet on the front of the engine block The same thermostat is used in both winter and summer Other Required Maintenance Brake Master Cylinder Check the master c...

Page 224: ...d spills Shift on the Fly System The fluid level in the system should be checked at the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule FILLER PLUG Remove the filler plug and make sure the fluid level is up to the edge of the hole If it is not add GL 5 gear oil to bring to that level Use the same GL 5 gear oil specified for the front axle see page 216 Front Wheel Bearings Clean and repack the front wh...

Page 225: ...ion Normal use of a vehicle causes metal to meta l movement at certain points in the body Noise wear and improper operation at these points will result when a protective film of lubricant is not provided For exposed surfaces such as door checks door lock bolts lock striker plates etc apply a thin film of light engine oil Any lubricant should be used sparingly After application all excess lubricant...

Page 226: ...ger compartment or cause heat build up in the floor pan Any necessary corrections should be made immediately For continued safety exhaust system pipes and resonators rearward of the muffler must be replaced whenever a new muffler is installed Fuel Line and Fuel Tank Cap Inspect the fuel tank cap and lines for damage that could cause leakage Inspect the fuel cap and gasket for correct sealing abili...

Page 227: ...the clutch reservoir at the interval shown in the Maintenance Schedule If the fluid is low in the reservoir it should be filled to the maximum level line with DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid Fluid or Lubricant Levels Check the fluid or lubricant level in the brake master cylinder clutch master cylinder power steering reservoir rear axle engine and transmission windshield washer reservoir and engine coolant a...

Page 228: ... be promptly flushed from the surface and not allowed to dry on the finish Polishing and Waxing Your Vehicle Polishing is recommended to remove accumulated residue and eliminate any weathered appearance Your Honda dealer offers several polishes and cleaners that have proven to maintain the original finish appearance and durability Protection of Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should...

Page 229: ...p maintain its good looks strength and reliable operation However some parts that are normally not visible such as certain parts under the vehicle and under the hood are strong enough so that surface rust will not affect their reliability So corrosion protection is not needed or used on these parts By omitting unneeded rust protection on such parts and applying extra protection where it is needed ...

Page 230: ...that are in ALL CAPITAL LETTERS are especially important and MUST be followed Dust and loose dirt that accumulate on interior fabrics should be removed often with a vacuum cleaner or soft brush Vinyl or leather trim should be wiped regularly with a clean damp cloth Normal trim soil spots or stains can be cleaned with conventional cleaners Remember These Basic Steps Before Cleaning 1 Remove stains ...

Page 231: ...MMEDIATELY AFTER WIPING FORCE DRY THE FABRIC WITH AN AIR HOSE HEAT DRYER OR HEAT LAMP Use caution if you are using a heat dryer or heat lamp so you do not damage the fabric Whentrimmaterialsthat havea sheenor lustrousfinisharedry wipethemwithasoft clean clothtorestorethesheen Spot Cleaning Fabric With Solvent Cleaner Before trying to remove a spot or stain from fabric determine as accurately as yo...

Page 232: ...e entire affected area with a multipurpose powered cleaner as described under Cleaning General Soilage or Water Spots From Fabric Trim RemovalofSpecificStains Grease or Oil Stains These include grease oil butter margarine shoe polish coffee with cream chewing gum cosmetic creams vegetable oils wax crayon tar and asphalts Carefully scrape off excess stain then use fabric cleaner solvent type as pre...

Page 233: ...oilage can be removed from vinyl or leather with warm water and a mild soap such as saddle soap oil soap or equivalent Apply a small amount of soap solution and allow it to soak for a few minutes to loosen dirt then rub briskly with a clean damp cloth to remove dirt and traces of soap This may be repeated several times if necessary Some compounds such as tar asphalt shoe polish etc will stain if a...

Page 234: ...inyls and interior plastics Never use abrasive cleaners to clean the glass They may cause scratches or damage the defogger wires in the rear window TintedGlass Tinted heat reflecting glass has a metal coating on the interior side Always clean this metal coating with plain water or a neutral detergent not harsh chemicals Wipe with a clean soft cloth or a paper towel Care and Maintenance ...

Page 235: ...Technical Data Vehicle Identification 232 Vehicle Loading 233 Specifications 235 Technical Data ...

Page 236: ...dentify your engine from the VIN The eighth character of the VIN is the engine code that gives the engine model refer to the illustration Some information in this section may refer to the engine model The engine number is stamped on the left side of the cylinder block near the starter Service Parts Identification The Vehicle Information Plate Service Parts ID Plate is provided on all vehicle model...

Page 237: ...heavier suspension components for added durability purposes does not increase any of the weight ratings printed on the Vehicle Certification Label Maximum Front and Rear Axle Weight The weight of the cargo load must be properly distributed over both the front and rear axles The Certification Label shows the maximum weight that the front axle front GAWR can carry It also shows the maximum weight th...

Page 238: ...ed misuse Vehicle Certification Label The Certification Label shows the GVWR and the front and rear GAWRs for your vehicle Gross Vehicle Weight GVW is the weight of the originally equipped vehicle and all items added to it after it has left the factory This includes the driver and all occupants and the load the vehicle is carrying The GVW must not exceed the GVWR Also the front and rear gross axle...

Page 239: ... other instructions throughout this manual For further information see the Service Manual covering the chassis or body parts in question Your Honda dealer may also be able to help Oil capacities shown are approximate refill capacities After refill recheck oil level Technical Data Specification s ...

Page 240: ...Cooling System Air Conditioning Clutch Technical Data ...

Page 241: ...Manual Transmissio n and Transfer Case Automatic Transmissio n and Transfer Case Fuel Tank Capacity Technical Data ...

Page 242: ...direct double acting shock absorbers Steering Rack and pinion Service Brake Hydraulic Front Disc brake Rear Self adjusting drum brake leading trailing 2WD model Disc brake 4WD model Parking Brake Mechanical operating on rear wheels 2WD model Mechanical drum in disc duo servo manual adjusting operating on rear wheels 4WD model Technical Data Battery Rear Wheel Alignment ...

Page 243: ...Rear Axle Front Axle 4WD Model Wheels and Tires Shift on the FI y System Technical Data ...

Page 244: ...ngine compartment Each fuse box contains spare fuse cartridges Replacinga fuse with one that has a higher rating greatlyincreasesthe chancesof damagingthe electricalsystem If you do not have a replacement fuse with the proper ratingfor the circuit install one with a lower rating Technical Data NOTICE ...

Page 245: ...Fuse Box Instrument Panel Technical Data ...

Page 246: ...Fuse Box Engine Compartmen t Technical Data ...

Page 247: ...Light Bulbs Dimensions and Weights Note GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Technical Data ...

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Page 249: ...nce Customer Relations Information 246 U S Zone Office Map 247 Warranty Coverages 248 Reporting Safety Defects 249 Emissions Controls 249 DOT Uniform Tire Quality Grading 251 Authorized Manuals 253 Owner Assistance ...

Page 250: ...Manager can help Almost all problems are solved in 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 Zone Office map on the following page When you call or write please give us this information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Vehicle Identification Numbe see page 232 3 The name and ad...

Page 251: ... 442 2045 North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive Suite A 9 Arlington Heights Illinois 60004 847 870 5600 New England Zone 555 Old County Road Windsor Locks Connecticut 06096 860 623 3310 See Zone 5 for NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area Northeastern Zone 115 Gaithcr Drive Ml Laurel New Jersey OS054 856 235 5533 Includes NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area West Central Zone 1600 South...

Page 252: ...from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit AccessoryLimitedWarranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty manual for details ReplacementPartsLimited Warranty Covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship Replaceme...

Page 253: ... NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline The burning of gasoline in your vehicle s engine produces several by products Some of these are carbon monoxide CO oxides of nitrogen NOx and hydrocarbons HC Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons Controlling the production of NOx CO ...

Page 254: ...s during refueling The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon While driving the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emission controls include four systems Fuel Injection Ignition Timing Control Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Three Way Catalytic Converter These four systems work together to control the engine s combustio...

Page 255: ...ould use only new Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle Read your warranty manual for more information The tires on your vehicle meet all U S Federal Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwea...

Page 256: ...tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained...

Page 257: ... or for credit card holders by calling toll free For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit MI 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 By completing this form you can order the materials desired You can pay by check or money order or charge to your credit card Mail to Helm Incorporated at the address shown on the back of the order form 61S3L06 61S3L07 61S3L06EL ...

Page 258: ... 1 800 782 435 6 Service Manual This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand Electrical Troubleshootin g Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical cir...

Page 259: ...ifreeze 217 Anti Lock Brake System Indicator 67 Operation 159 Anti Theft Steering Column Lock 102 System 152 Appearance Care See Cleaning Ashtray 116 Assist Grip 115 Audio System 125 Automatic Transmission 76 Capacity Fluid 237 Driving Pattern Selector 81 Fluid Temperature Indicator 70 Oil Temperature Indicator 70 Shift Lever Position Indicator 76 Shift Lock 78 Transfer Control 4WD 80 Battery 198 ...

Page 260: ...of iv CD Changer 131 Certification Label 234 Chains Tire 168 Changing Oil How to 212 When 204 205 211 Changing a Flat Tire 186 Lifting Points 187 Changing Engine Coolant 218 Charging System Indicator 62 Check Engine Light 63 Checklist Before Driving 156 Children Protecting 18 Child Safe Door Locks 105 Child Seats General Guidelines 21 Cigarette Lighter 116 Circuit Breaker Checking the 108 Cleaner ...

Page 261: ...tion 147 Customer Relations Information 246 DANGER Explanation of iv Dashboard 56 Defects Reporting Safety 249 Defogger Rear Window 74 Defrosting the Windows 122 Digital Clock 153 Dimensions 243 Dimming the Headlights 72 Dipstick Engine Oil 200 213 Directional Signals 75 Disc Brake Wear Indicators 162 Dome Light 111 Door Locks 9 Power 104 Doors Close and Lock 10 DOT Tire Quality Grading 251 Downsh...

Page 262: ...fications 235 Starting 157 Ethanol in Gasoline 201 Evaporative Emission Controls 250 Exhaust Fumes 47 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts by 16 Exterior Cleaning the 224 Fabric Cleaning See Interior Cleaning Fan Control Lever 121 Features Comfort and Convenience 119 Filling the Fuel Tank 197 Filters Air 214 Oil 212 5 Speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level 215 Shifting 83 Flashers Hazard Wa...

Page 263: ...ures 197 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 60 Fuel 59 Speedometer 58 Tachometer 58 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 233 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission 76 5 Speed Transmission 83 Glass Cleaning 230 Glove Box 114 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 233 Halogen Headlight Bulbs 243 Hazard Warning Flasher 76 Head Restraints 8 12 93 Headlights 72 High Beam Indicator 62 High Beams 72 On Remin...

Page 264: ...Interior Lights 110 Introduction i Jack Tire 187 Jacking up the Vehicle 187 Jump Starting 184 Keyless Entry 151 Keys 101 Label Certification 234 Labels Safety Location of 48 Lane Change Signaling 75 Lap Belt 42 Lap Shoulder Belts 41 Lever Transfer 80 84 Lifting Points 187 Lighter Cigarette 116 Lights Bulb Replacement 243 Dome Light 111 Indicator 61 Luggage 110 Turn Signal 64 Limited Slip Different...

Page 265: ...12 Neutral Gear Position 77 New Vehicle Break In 158 Normal Shift Speeds 84 NOTICE Explanation of i Numbers Identifications 232 Octane Requirement Gasoline 200 Odometer Trip 58 Off Road Driving Seethe Off Road Driving Information booklet in your owner spacket Oil Change How to 212 When to 204 205 211 Checking Engine 213 Front and Rear Axle 216 Pressure Indicator 64 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart...

Page 266: ...eat Backs 11 Adjust the Steering Wheel 15 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 Close and Lock the Doors 10 Fasten and Position the Seat Belts 13 Protecting Children 18 Additional Safety Precautions 21 All Children Must Be Restrained 18 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 19 General Guidelines for Using Child Seats 21 If a Child Requires Close A t t e n t i o n 21 If You Must Drive With Several Children 2...

Page 267: ...ild 18 Reverse Gear Position 77 Rotation Tire 166 Rust Protection 225 Safety Defects Reporting 249 Safety Labels Location of 48 Safety Messages iv Seat Belts 4 6 Additional Information 41 Maintenance 42 System Components 41 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 Cleaning 229 Fasten and Position 13 Lap Belt 42 Lap Shoulder Belt 41 Reminder Light 6 41 61 Seats 8 89 Adjusting the 90 Seat Backs 8 92 93 Self Adj...

Page 268: ...ering Column Ignition Lock Switch 101 Steering Wheel Adjustment 115 Anti Theft Column Lock 102 Stereo Sound System 125 133 Sun Visor 114 Supplementa l Restraint System 7 Additional Information 43 Additional Safety Precautions 46 Components 41 Hazards 4 8 How the Airbag Works 44 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 45 Service 46 Tachometer 58 Tailgate Operation 108 Tape Player 128 Temperature Gauge 60...

Page 269: ...peed Manual 83 Tread Wear 165 Trip Meter See Trip Odometer Trip Odometer 58 Turn Signal Indicators 64 Underside Cleaning 225 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 251 Unleaded Gasoline 198 200 Upholstery Cleaning 226 Upshift Indicator 66 Vanity Mirror 106 Vehicle Dimensions 243 Vehicle Identification 232 Vehicle Loading Information 233 Ventilation 122 VIN 232 Vinyl Cleaning 229 Viscosity Oil 213 WARNING Ex...

Page 270: ...1 224 Replacemen t 167 169 Windows Cleaning 70 74 230 Power 107 Windshield Cleaning 70 74 230 Defroster 122 Washers 70 Winter Drive Indicator 69 81 Wiper Rear Window 74 Wipers Windshield Operation 70 Worn Tires 165 Wrecker Emergency Towing 191 Wrench Tire 188 ...

Page 271: ...For a printed owner s manual click on authorized manuals or go to www helminc com Refer to 2000 Passport for topics not covered Contents Introduction Get to Know Your Vehicle 2 Off Road Precautions 3 Getting Ready to Drive Off Road 4 Off Road Driving Considerations 9 Driving Off Road 12 If You Get Stuck 21 Parking 23 Inspection and Cleaning 24 i ...

Page 272: ... It supplements your Owner s Manual with important facts precautions and tips that can make your off road travels safer and more enjoyable This booklet is a brief introduction to driving off pavement intended mainly for those who expect to drive off road occasionally If you plan on driving in competitions or taking on challenging terrain ask your authorized Honda dealer about driving clubs and oth...

Page 273: ...d clearance has many advantages off road It allows you to travel over bumps obstacles and rough terrain and helps protect undercarriage components Since you sit higher off the ground you have a better view of the surroundings These advantages come at some cost Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground it has a higher center of gravity than conventional cars This means your veh...

Page 274: ...when driving on hills If you don t wear your seat belt you could bounce around and strike the interior of the vehicle or even lose control and crash Whenever you drive make sure you and your passengers always wearseat belts If children or infants are along for the ride see that they are properly secured and never let a passenger ride in the cargo compartment In a rollover crash an unbelted person ...

Page 275: ...l with at least one other vehicle in case you have trouble and always let someone else know where you re going and when you expect to return Whatever your destination we recommend that you get maps of your route so you can study the terrain talk with other drivers who are familiar with the location and find out in advance if you need any special permits Then shortly before you leave get the latest...

Page 276: ...can be hard on a vehicle requiring extra attention to maintenance Before driving off road be sure all scheduled maintenance and service has been done and that you have also inspected your vehicle Pay special attention to the condition of the tires and use a gauge to check the tire pressures Improperly inflated tires can be more easily damaged by rocks and other hard or sharp objects Do not let air...

Page 277: ...y Follow these guidelines and limits The maximum load you can carry in and on your vehicle can be found on the chart opposite These figures include the weight of all occupants cargo accessories and the tongue weight if you are towing a trailer see next page Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the cargo area placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible Off Road Drivin...

Page 278: ...not exceed a trailer weight of 1 000 pounds including cargo or a tongue weight of 100 pounds Tongueweight should be about 10 of the trailer weight Try to stay on smooth level dirt roads and avoid driving in hilly terrain Allow extra room for starting stopping and turning Slow down if you encounter bumps or other obstacles Extra Equipmentand Supplies We strongly recommend that you DO NOT carry extr...

Page 279: ... gets stuck Wheel chocks to help keep your vehicle from rolling when you park First aid kit a good idea whenever you travel far from medical support Flag to help others see you except in forests or areas with tall bushes Portable phone or citizens band CB radio should you need to call for help Shovel in case you need to dig yourself out Off Road Driving Information ...

Page 280: ... off road vehicles also have limits traction stability and power for instance Following are some important tips on how to deal with some of the challenges of driving off road Using Your Senses You need to use your senses a little differently off road Keep your eyes moving constantly watching for obstacles and evaluating the terrain Check your gauges frequently Listen for unusual sounds from your e...

Page 281: ...watch ahead for ruts potholes and washouts Some trails can offer more surprises A smooth inviting trail can suddenly twist up or down become very narrow be blocked by a fallen tree tangled with roots or dwindle to a tight dead end Some areas don t have roads or trails just wide open spaces where you must carefully choose your path Controlling Speed Off road the general rule is to keep your speed l...

Page 282: ...g on pavement off road terrain has a way of kicking back If you hit a rock pothole or a sudden change in surface it can make the steering wheel turn rapidly and unexpectedly To maintain control hold the outside of the steering wheel firmly with both hands Don t hold the spokes or hook your thumbs inside the wheel You could hurt your hands as well as lose control Off Road Driving Information ...

Page 283: ...ing Off For better traction on all surfaces accelerateslowly and gradually build up speed If you start too fast on wet soil mud snow or ice you might not have enough traction to get underway On soft sand you could dig yourself into a hole Off Road Driving Information Improperly operating this vehicle off road can cause an accident or rollover in which you and your passengers could be seriously inj...

Page 284: ...brakes is to gently depress the brake pedal at first then increase the pressure as more braking is needed Avoid hard braking Light to moderate braking is usually all that is necessary on soft surfaces such as soft sand loose dirt or gravel powdery snow or mud If you need to brake hard because of an emergency apply steady even pressure to the brake pedal Do not pump the brakes let the anti lockbrak...

Page 285: ...ere places where it gets suddenly steeper If a hill is too steep in any section you may run out of power and not be able to continue forward If you accelerate suddenly on a very steep hill the vehicle may tip over backwards Is there enough traction for you to make it to the top Without adequate traction you can stall or even slide backwards Are there obstacles such as rocks ruts or ditches that co...

Page 286: ...action is poorer or you don t maintain sufficient speed you may begin to stall If that happens Consider downshifting if you are just beginning to slow down If you can t downshift or if downshifting doesn t help stop the vehicle and set the parking brake If you have passengers you may want to have them get out and move away from the vehicle If you are headed straight up the hill shift into reverse ...

Page 287: ...ning Is there a safe exit when you reach the bottom of the hill If you decide you can safely descend a hill Shift into a low gear This lets engine compression or engine braking help control speed and keep your brakes from overheating Hold the steering wheel firmly and drive straight down the hill Gently apply the brakes to help control speed but do not ride the brakes If you smell hot brakes or fe...

Page 288: ...he chance of your vehicle tipping over backward or forward When you drive across a slope your vehicle s higher center of gravity and narrower track increases the chance of tipping or rolling over Driving across a slope puts more weight on the downhill wheels which increases the chance of tipping If you drive across a slope and an uphill wheel hits a bump or if a downhill wheel drops into a rut or ...

Page 289: ...ocky terrain and carefully maneuver around any rock that may be too large Bumps and Holes Large bumps and holes can bounce you around and cause you to lose control or get stuck Slow down when the terrain gets rough so you can keep control of the vehicle Logs Driving over a large log might damage your vehicle or cause you to get stuck If you can t drive around the log you may be able to back up and...

Page 290: ...and cause you to lose traction and possibly roll over The banks are sloped so you can drive out The banks and surface under the water provide good traction The water may hide hazards such as rocks holes or mud If you decide it s safe to drive through water choose a low gear and suitable speed then proceed without shifting or changing speed At fast speeds water can more easily splash on your igniti...

Page 291: ...riving safely Driving in snow can also impair visibility As snow covers the ground it can conceal rocks ruts ditches and other hazards Snow can make it impossible to follow a trail or choose a safe path If snow threatens to become heavy we recommend that you leave the area as soon as possible and return to pavement Should you need to stop while it s snowing do not let the engine idle for a prolong...

Page 292: ...off the jack and hurt you or someone else Do not rock the vehicle forward and backward by shifting back and forth between First and Reverse This can damage your transmission Following are a few tips on how you might deal with three different situations Stuck in Mud or Loose Terrain Here are some options for you to consider if you get stuck in soft sand loose soil or gravel or deep mud Shift into 4...

Page 293: ...out Get experienced help This is often the best solution especially if you have dug in deep are stuck in mud or on sloped terrain Grounded on a Bump or Log You have fewer options if you bottom out or high center on a bump log or other raised obstacle You can try getting a tow forward or backward from another vehicle use a winch see above for additional tips or get experienced help Flat Tire Change...

Page 294: ... the night choose a firm level place to park Do not park on a soft surface on damp marshy land or in streambeds or gullies in flash flood areas If the ground is not level you should block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling Off Road Driving Information Parking ...

Page 295: ...ou get home thoroughly wash your vehicle and inspect it closely for signs of damage Give special attention to the tires rims suspension and other underbody components and correct any problem you find Also make sure all nuts bolts and other critical fasteners are properly secured Driving off road causes more wear and tear on the paint and exterior trim Stones and other debris thrown up by your tire...

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Page 297: ...HURE WAS PREPARED TO ANSWER YOUR QUESTIONS ABOUT FRONTAL AIRBAGS PLEASE TAKE A FEW MOMENTS TO READ IT BECAUSE WE BELIEVE THAT THE MORE YOU KNOW ABOUT HOW YOUR AIRBAGS WORK THE SAFER YOU AND YOUR PASSENGERS WILL BE ...

Page 298: ...ringaseverefrontalcollision Did you know that chances are you will be involted in a car crash once every six years You can t do much to change the odds But with seat belts and airbags you can greatly reduce the chance of injury in a crash Seat belts are your first line of defense A properly worn seat belt can help protect you in all types of collisions including frontal crashes side and rear impac...

Page 299: ... this time However if the occupant is wearing a seat belt the belt will restrain them and reduce the chance of injury An airbag can further reduce the risk of injuries to the occupant s headand chest Withouta seat belt or an airbag the occupant will continue forward at 30 mph until they strikethecar sinterior and potentiallysufferveryserious injuries ...

Page 300: ... the car they will continue forward at 30 mph until they are stopped by something If a person is not stopped by a seat belt or airbag they will strike the interior of the car with a force equivalent to falling out of a third story window and landing face first on pavement However if the person is wearing a seat belt the belt will allow them to decelerate at a slower rate And the airbag will provid...

Page 301: ... collapsible steering column smooth or recessedcontrols and energy absorbing materials are part of a car s occupant protection system Seat belts help restrain occupants keep them in position and give them more time to slow down in a crash Airbagsare designedto give added protectionfor the head and chest in a severefrontalcollision ...

Page 302: ...if struck during a collision Seat belts have proven to be the single most effective device in reducing automobile fatalities and injuries in all types of accidents When properly worn seat belts help restrain occupants from striking interior parts of the car they keep occupants connected to the car so they can take advantage of the energy absorption built into the car and they allow occupants to de...

Page 303: ...cidents say they did not realize their airbag had deployed until they saw the deflated bag lying in front of them The fact that an airbag can automatically help protect you is quite remarkable yet the underlying principle is quite simple When an airbag equipped car is involved in a severe frontal collision sensors detect the crash and instantly inflate the airbags While your seat belt restrains yo...

Page 304: ...SRS sensorsare designedto react to a frontal impact that generatesmore force than a 25 mph head on crash into a parked vehicle of comparable size and weight ...

Page 305: ...role to supplemen t seat belts and help protect front seat occupants during a severe frontal collision A frontal collision can be either head on or at an angle with another vehicle or a solid object Airbagsare designedto deployin a severehead on or angled frontal collision with another vehicle stoppedor moving ...

Page 306: ...Airbags are also designed to deploy in a severefrontal collision with an object of equal or greater mass ...

Page 307: ...f collision including side or rear impacts rollovers and minor or moderate frontal collisions If the airbags deployed in any of these situations they would only cause additional replacement expense and they might even cause additional injuries Seat belts and the car s ability to absorb crash energy offer adequate protectionin minor and moderatefrontal collisions ...

Page 308: ... helpful and are not designed to deploy if your car is hit in the rear Because of their frontal location airbags offer little if any protection in side impacts Airbags usually cannot be helpful and rarely deploy in rollovers ...

Page 309: ...eploy if you underride another vehicle If a wheel drops into a deep pothole or you strike a hard raisedobjectsuch as a curb or speed bump a brief high rate of deceleration may cause the airbags to deploy Collidinghead onwith a poleor tree is less likelytocauseairbagdeploymentthanifyou striketheobjectoff centernearharder more rigid structuralpans When a car underrides another vehicle at relatively ...

Page 310: ...hicleis madeofstrong rigidsteeltoprovidea safety cage aroundtheoccupantsanda sturdy platformfor the drive train and other components Frontal collisions involving rigid parts can producehigh rates of decelerationand airbagdeployment ...

Page 311: ...ve the driver s seat as far back as you can while still allowing good control of the vehicle If you have a front passenger have them move their seat as far back as possible Why You can get the maximum protection offered by airbages by following a few simple rules First always wear a seat belt A seat belt is your best protection in any accident A properly worn seat belt will also help keep you in a...

Page 312: ...ies they can also cause abrasions and bruises And if you sit too close or don t wear a seat belt or don t sit in a proper position an inflating airbag can cause broken bones or more serious injuries Wearinga seat belt and sittingup well back fromthesteeringwheelordashboard reduces thechanceofinjuriescausedbya crashoran inflating airbag ...

Page 313: ...hat passenge r airbags pose additional risks to infants and children who ride in the front As a result we urge you to follow these rules Never put a rear facing child seat in the front seat of a car with a passenge r airbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or severely injure an infant Placing a forward facin g child seat in the front seat of a ...

Page 314: ...shoulder belt If a child slouches scoots forward on the seat leans forward turns sideways or puts their feet up on the back of the seat in front of them their chance of being injured in any kind of crash is greatly increased In addition if a child is out of position in the front seat the child could be seriously or fatally injured if they are struck by an inflating airbag If a larger child must si...

Page 315: ...arts usually indicates that the car absorbed crash energy and reduced the rate of deceleration to a level where the airbags would not have been needed or helpful Can airbags prevent all collision injuries Unfortunately no safety system can provide complete protection Airbags are designed to save your life and reduce the severity of injuries to your head and chest But airbags cannot prevent all inj...

Page 316: ... the air Is thisharmful The smoke or powder you may see is not harmful to most people However people with breathing problems may experience some respiratory distress If this is the case get out of the car or open the windows or doors as soon as it is safe to do so Can an airbag be used more than once Airbags are designed for one time use only In a collision with multiple impacts the airbags will d...

Page 317: ...ill find undercarriage damage indicating that you hit a pothole or hard raised object in the road and the airbags deployed because the sensors detected a momentary rapid deceleration Can the airbags go off accidentally The airbag system is extremely sophisticate d and highly reliable An electronic system continually monitors the sensors and other components whenever the ignition is on and the SRS ...

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