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The Traction Control System turns
on every time you start the engine,
even if you turned it off the last time
you drove the vehicle.

This switch is under the side vent. It
lets you turn the Traction Control
System on and off. You cannot turn
off the TCS while the TCS indicator
light is flashing.

Deactivate the system by pressing
the TCS On/Off switch. The TCS
indicator light comes on as a
reminder. Pressing the switch again
turns the system back on.

The TCS indicator comes on or
flashes under the following condi-
tions:

When you turn the ignition switch
to ON (II).

When you manually turn off TCS.

It flashes when TCS is regulating
wheelspin.

If the system’s diagnostics senses
a problem with TCS, the indicator
will come on and stay on.

If the brakes overheat, the
indicator will come on.

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TCS Indicator

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Summary of Contents for 2002 Accord

Page 1: ...e specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification Si prefiere este Manual del Propietario en espa ol comun quese con el conce...

Page 2: ...refer to it at any time Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your car needs maintenance...

Page 3: ...nt Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions Your safety and the safety of others is very important And operating this car safely is an important responsibility Of course it is not practical or...

Page 4: ...and gauge and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column Important information about the proper use and care of your car s seat belts an overview of the Supplemental Restraint Syste...

Page 5: ...R C CO ON NT TR RO OL LS S D DI IG GI IT TA AL L C CL LO OC CK K H HE EA AT TI IN NG G C CO OO OL LI IN NG G C CO ON NT TR RO OL L A AU UD DI IO O S SY YS ST TE EM M T TR RU UN NK K R RE EL LE EA AS S...

Page 6: ...FO OG GG GE ER R I IN NS ST TR RU UM ME EN NT T P PA AN NE EL L B BR RI IG GH HT TN NE ES SS S M MO OO ON NR RO OO OF F S SW WI IT TC CH H C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L H HE EA AD DL LI IG...

Page 7: ...4 01 04 26 21 44 49 31S84640_007...

Page 8: ...ren Must Be Restrained 21 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 22 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 22 If You Must Drive with Several Children 24 If a Child Requires Close A...

Page 9: ...es and condition frequently and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance See page You ll find many safety recommendations throughout this section and throughout this manual The recommendations on t...

Page 10: ...n the event of a crash Driver and Passenger Safety Your Car s Safety Features 7 1 1 4 4 5 5 7 7 6 6 3 3 2 2 2 2 8 8 9 9 8 8 7 7 1 10 0 I If f e eq qu ui ip pp pe ed d 1 1 S Sa af fe et ty y C Ca ag ge...

Page 11: ...us injury or death in a crash even though your car has airbags Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts These saf...

Page 12: ...t in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and ag...

Page 13: ...dashboard increases the risk of you or your passenger being injured by striking the inside of the car or by an inflating airbag Reclining a seat back too far reduces the seat belt s effectiveness and...

Page 14: ...how you can maximize your safety Remember however that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in severe crashes even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags depl...

Page 15: ...you come to a stop See page for how to lock the doors For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and accidentally fal...

Page 16: ...es away from the center of the steering wheel Also make sure your front seat passenger moves the seat as far to the rear as possible Most shorter drivers can get far enough away from the steering whee...

Page 17: ...seriously injured The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk of injury See page for how to adjust seat backs Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample...

Page 18: ...check that the belt is not twisted because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries Se...

Page 19: ...en 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 If the seat belt touches or crosses y...

Page 20: ...rash 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 for additional information about your s...

Page 21: ...an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased In addition an occupant who is...

Page 22: ...rides in a vehicle Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard This will reduce the risk of injuries to both the mother and her unborn chil...

Page 23: ...late the objects could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone If your hands or arms are close to the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel or on top of the dashboard they could be inj...

Page 24: ...know how to protect young passengers So if you have children or if you ever need to drive with a grandchild or other children in your car be sure to read this section See page 26 36 properly CONTINUED...

Page 25: ...he 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...

Page 26: ...ront airbag hazards and that children must be properly restrained in the back seat your car has warning labels on the dashboard and on the driver s and front passenger s visors Please read and follow...

Page 27: ...more than three children in your car Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear a seat belt properly see page Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as poss...

Page 28: ...ng out see page Using this feature will prevent children from playing with the windows which could expose them to hazards or distract the driver see page Leaving children without adult supervision is...

Page 29: ...the box and seat Children who play in cars can accidentally get trapped inside the trunk Teach your children not to play in or around cars Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener US models only...

Page 30: ...ll vehicle seating positions 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 for additional inform...

Page 31: ...seat A small child in a forward facing child seat is also at risk If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can kill or...

Page 32: ...y be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move at all Some side to side or back and forth movement can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness To provide secu...

Page 33: ...he passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant If an infant must be closely watched we recommend that another adult...

Page 34: ...rectly behind the front passenger seat move the front seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller child seat that allows you to safely carry a front passenge...

Page 35: ...ny 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 To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the ba...

Page 36: ...s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflating front airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries If a small child must be closely watched we recomme...

Page 37: ...t maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle 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...

Page 38: ...ve 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 se...

Page 39: ...in the front seat To determine if a lap shoulder belt properly fits a child have the child put on the seat belt Follow the instructions on page Then check how the belt fits If the shoulder part of the...

Page 40: ...at the child will slide under the belt in a crash and be injured Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt severely compromise the protective capabili...

Page 41: ...must be able to follow the rules including sitting properly and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when a child can...

Page 42: ...aight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Supervise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly Your car has three tether anch...

Page 43: ...designed for use with LATCH The exact location of each lower anchor is marked with a small circle above the lower anchor point To install a LATCH compatible child seat Move the seat belt buckle or ce...

Page 44: ...ng to the child seat maker s instructions 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 Follow the child...

Page 45: ...the way and will not get closed in the door To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle To fasten the belt insert the latch plate into the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the...

Page 46: ...r in place The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions The tensioners are independent of the airbag system so they can be activated during a collision that might not cause...

Page 47: ...tensioners that deployed during a crash must be replaced For information on how to clean your seat belts see page If a seat belt is worn during a crash it must be replaced by the dealer A belt that h...

Page 48: ...system is disconnected in a crash An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the system see page A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors...

Page 49: ...can occur when the severity of a collision is at the margin or threshold that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy In such cases the seat belt will provide sufficient protection and the...

Page 50: ...est protection from the side airbags front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats When you turn the ignition ON II this indicator will light briefly t...

Page 51: ...that the passenger s side airbag has been automatically shut off To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating side airbag your car has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger s side airbag Alth...

Page 52: ...e airbag the system will turn the airbag back on and the light will go out A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or other object as a backrest It may prevent the cutoff system from working p...

Page 53: ...authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit au...

Page 54: ...e car is raised for an oil change You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust The car was in an accident that may have damaged the underside If you must sit in your parked car even in an unconfine...

Page 55: ...serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement U S models only U S models Canadian models Safety Labels Driver and...

Page 56: ...eys 70 Immobilizer System 71 Ignition Switch 72 Door Locks 73 Power Door Locks 74 Remote Transmitter 75 Childproof Door Locks 79 Trunk 79 Emergency Trunk Opener 80 Glove Box 81 Seat Adjustments 82 Fro...

Page 57: ...R RR RO OR R C CO ON NT TR RO OL LS S D DI IG GI IT TA AL L C CL LO OC CK K H HE EA AT TI IN NG G C CO OO OL LI IN NG G C CO ON NT TR RO OL L A AU UD DI IO O S SY YS ST TE EM M T TR RU UN NK K R RE EL...

Page 58: ...K B BR RA AK KE E S SY YS ST TE EM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R S SU UP PP PL LE EM ME EN NT TA AL L R RE ES ST TR RA AI IN NT T S SY YS ST TE EM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R T TR RA AC CT TI IO ON...

Page 59: ...n switch ON II It is a reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt If you do not fasten your seat...

Page 60: ...page This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates that the passenger s side airbag has automatically shut off For complete information s...

Page 61: ...is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking Have your brake lights repaired right away All the lights in the monitor display come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition s...

Page 62: ...rking brake If it comes on at any other time it means there is a problem with the DRL There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights This light comes on with the high beam headlights See pa...

Page 63: ...d kilometers in Canadian models It is illegal under U S federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect reset or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilom...

Page 64: ...it and then press and hold the Select Reset button until the number resets to 0 0 Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle s battery goes dead or is disconnected This shows the temperature of the e...

Page 65: ...duled maintenance If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer reset the indicator as follows Turn off the engine Press and hold the select reset button in the instrument panel...

Page 66: ...GH HT TS S T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL LS S C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L M MO OO ON NR RO OO OF F S SW WI IT TC CH H I IN NS ST TR RU UM ME EN NT T P PA AN NE EL L B BR RI IG GH HT TN NE...

Page 67: ...ightly then release it The high beams will come on and go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back no matter what position the headlight switch is in The rotating switch...

Page 68: ...open you will hear a lights on reminder chime This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or position remove the key open then close the driver s door If you remove the key from th...

Page 69: ...lane change push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it The right lever controls the wind shield w...

Page 70: ...rter as you drive faster In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation whe...

Page 71: ...ot turn it off the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition You have to turn it on again when you restart the car Push the button to the le...

Page 72: ...r chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving To adjust the steering wheel upward...

Page 73: ...drop the keys or set heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immedi ately with a soft cloth The keys do not contain batteries Do not try to take them apart Some...

Page 74: ...nd you cannot start the engine contact your Honda dealer Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it Electrical problems could result that may make your car undriveable This indicat...

Page 75: ...or remove the key only in this position To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK you must push the key in slightly as you turn it If your car has an automatic transmission the shift lever must also be in Park...

Page 76: ...gnition switch from ACCESSORY to ON Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to ON II when you let go of the key You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the igniti...

Page 77: ...s door from the outside insert the key in the driver s door lock turn the key and release it If you turn the key and hold it all doors will unlock All four doors will unlock when you unlock the passen...

Page 78: ...he LOCK button all doors lock The parking lights side marker lights and taillights flash once When you push the LOCK button a second time within 5 seconds after you have locked the doors you will hear...

Page 79: ...on switch to ON II The ceiling light if the ceiling light switch is in the center position will come on when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open any door the light stays on for about 10 sec...

Page 80: ...oon as possible Battery type CR2025 Remove the old battery and note the polarity Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same side facing up then insert it in the transmitter To replace the b...

Page 81: ...s device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference rec...

Page 82: ...Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See on page You can open the trunk in three ways Pull the trunk...

Page 83: ...eature your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside To open the trunk push the release lever to the left Parents should decide if their children should be...

Page 84: ...ght comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on Glove Box Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls 81 G GL LO OV VE E B BO OX X An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in...

Page 85: ...r adjustable driver s seat The EX V 6 model also has a power adjustable passenger s seat See page The U S SE and 4 cylinder EX models without leather interior have a power seat bottom height adjustmen...

Page 86: ...ll adjustments before you start driving The height of your driver s seat is power adjustable Pull up on the switch to raise the seat Push it down to lower the seat On SE and LX models On U S EX models...

Page 87: ...ke all adjustments before you start driving The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom The horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions The sh...

Page 88: ...n you want to move Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat back Pivot the lever forward until it stops then let it return Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar...

Page 89: ...estraint as high as possible To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair pull it up as far as it will go Push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat back The front head restra...

Page 90: ...ased from inside the car or inside the trunk To fold down the seat back from inside the car insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf Turn the key clockwise pull down the top of the seat bac...

Page 91: ...e trunk or items extending through the opening into the back seat are secured Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard See on page The rear seat armrest is located at the...

Page 92: ...the knob downward and pushing or pulling on the cover To close the cover swing it up and push firmly on the top Make sure it latches properly Make sure all items in the trunk and those extending thro...

Page 93: ...ve it set on HI The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on In LO the heater runs continuously It does not cycle with temperature changes Do not use the seat heaters even on...

Page 94: ...e switch down and hold it Release the switch when you want the window to stop Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it Your car s windows are electrically powered Turn the ignition swi...

Page 95: ...briefly The AUTO function only works to lower the driver s window To raise the window you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position The MAIN switch...

Page 96: ...operate To tilt up the back of the moonroof press and hold the center button To close the moonroof press and hold the top of the switch To open the moonroof press and hold the bottom of the switch Rel...

Page 97: ...osition This turns off the adjustment switch so you can t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver s door ar...

Page 98: ...og and frost With the ignition switch ON II turn on the heaters by pressing the button The light in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button again to turn the heaters off 57 On all Canadian...

Page 99: ...ired time You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the...

Page 100: ...n the lower lever and lift the lid You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid To use the tray pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pad Instruments and Con...

Page 101: ...re using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior The r...

Page 102: ...ck of the sun visor pull up the cover Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror All models...

Page 103: ...power socket pull out on the cover The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II To open the sunglasses holder push on the front edge It will unlatch and swing down To close it push it until it...

Page 104: ...ghtly the light dims slightly then fades out in about 10 seconds In the ON position the ceiling light stays on continuously The light goes out when all doors are closed Turn on the spotlight by pushin...

Page 105: ...seconds after the door is closed Each door has a courtesy light This light comes on when you open the door On all models except U S DX and Value Package Instruments and Controls Courtesy Lights Inter...

Page 106: ...g for the Cassette Player 145 Audio System U S EX Canada EX L and EX V 6 146 Operating the Radio 147 Adjusting the Sound 151 Audio System Lighting 152 Operating the Cassette Player 152 Tape Search Fun...

Page 107: ...does not have air conditioning it can be installed at any time Your dealer can install a genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda s high quality standards and is designed to exactly fit...

Page 108: ...vents Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents...

Page 109: ...the tab side to side On the passenger s side vent move the tab up and down and move the vent side to side The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials underneath...

Page 110: ...ir If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions Keeping the system in R...

Page 111: ...selected Make sure the temperature control dial is set to maximum cool Select If the outside air is humid select Recirculation mode If the outside air is dry select Fresh Air mode Set the fan to the...

Page 112: ...ditioning Select and Fresh Air mode Adjust the temperature control dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable Switch the fan on Select When you select the system automatically swit...

Page 113: ...trols to maximum To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield on very cold days first select the Recirculation mode Once the windshield is clear select the Fresh Air mode to avoid foggi...

Page 114: ...s air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling the engine must be runn...

Page 115: ...Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 112 P PA AS SS SE EN NG GE ER R S S S SI ID DE E V VE EN NT T 01 04 26 22 03 05 31S84640_115...

Page 116: ...perature from its current level to the set temperature In cold weather the fan will not come on automatically until the car has been driven for a short time and the heater starts to develop warm air T...

Page 117: ...tem cannot regulate the inside tem perature if you set the dial below the outside temperature With the A C on use the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature of the air flow to a comfortabl...

Page 118: ...ases the fan s speed which increases air flow This button controls the source of the air going into the system When the indicator above this button is lit air from the car s interior is sent through t...

Page 119: ...in air flow is divided between the floor vents and de froster vents at the base of the wind shield The main air flow comes from the floor vents The main air flow comes from the dashboard vents Climate...

Page 120: ...matically and the system selects Fresh Air mode For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard Thi...

Page 121: ...e sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them Comfort and Convenience Features Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor 118 T TE EM MP P...

Page 122: ...utomatic sensing of chromium dioxide CrO tape and auto reverse for continuous play 2 Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the doubl...

Page 123: ...To activate it push the SEEK switch up or down then release it Depending on which way you push the switch the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency It stops when it finds a stati...

Page 124: ...on for approximately five seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play that for five seconds When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to...

Page 125: ...cy is stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequenc...

Page 126: ...identally bumping it Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out Without pulling it out farther turn th...

Page 127: ...To fast forward the tape push the FF button You will see FF displayed Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fast fo...

Page 128: ...mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features REPEAT 125 F FF F B BU UT TT TO ON N E EJ JE EC...

Page 129: ...el between selections or a silent period in the middle of a selection 181 Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Caring for Cassettes 126 T TA AP PE E D DI IR RE EC CT TI IO ON N I IN ND DI IC...

Page 130: ...ion Using the instructions that came with the changer load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer Play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or ca...

Page 131: ...the magazine the changer will after finding that slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load and play You can use the SKIP switch to select tracks within...

Page 132: ...le and protect compact discs see page If you turn the system off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or the ignition switch play will continue at the same disc and track when you turn i...

Page 133: ...e disappears within a few seconds unit is OK Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine check for error indication Insert the magazine again If the code does not disappear or the magazi...

Page 134: ...PWR VOL knob or the AM FM button Adjust the volume by turning the knob The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed To change bands press the AM FM button On the FM band ST wi...

Page 135: ...tem scans upward or down ward from the current frequency It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band To ac...

Page 136: ...emoved 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 frequencies on the FM band Use the TUNE SEEK...

Page 137: ...nd twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored you can store other frequencies in the p...

Page 138: ...g by turning the TUNE knob The displayed number shows you the current setting When the adjustment level reaches the center you will see Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking Select TRE or...

Page 139: ...nd discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems For best results when using CD R discs use only high quality discs labeled for audio use When recording a CD R the recording must b...

Page 140: ...m off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or by turning off the ignition the disc will stay in the drive When you turn the system back on the CD will begin playing where it left off You...

Page 141: ...DM button You will see RDM in the display The system will then select and play tracks randomly This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing A SEL RDM again To select the CD changer pres...

Page 142: ...lect the changer again press the CD button Play will begin where it left off Use the CD button to switch between the player and the changer For information on how to handle and protect compact discs s...

Page 143: ...if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD player Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc Check the disc for damage or deformation If the CD cannot...

Page 144: ...out the magazine check for error indication Insert the magazine again If the code does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out consult your Honda dealer Insert CD Press the magazine eject...

Page 145: ...Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Operating the Cassette Player Optional Audio System Comfort and Convenienc...

Page 146: ...play the other side If you want to remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button on the cassette player Noise reduction remains off until you turn it on by pressing the button again If you...

Page 147: ...n the system reaches the beginning of the next song or passage FF or the beginning of the current one REW it goes back to PLAY mode Fast Forward and Re wind move the tape rapidly To re wind the tape p...

Page 148: ...gram until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage These features may not work to your sati...

Page 149: ...ape and auto reverse for continuous play Your Honda s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations 156 2 For...

Page 150: ...e You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN AUTO SELECT and the Preset buttons Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency Turn the TUNE...

Page 151: ...ions in the six preset buttons Each button will store one frequency on the AM band and two frequencies on the FM band To store a frequency Select the desired band AM or FM FM1 and FM2 let you store tw...

Page 152: ...then use the preset buttons to select those stations If you are in a remote area Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations If this happens you will see a 0 displayed...

Page 153: ...When you return home turn off Auto Select by pressing the A SEL button The preset buttons will then select the frequencies you originally set Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 150 T TU UN...

Page 154: ...turning the TUNE knob The displayed number shows you the current setting When the adjustment level reaches the center you will see These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each sp...

Page 155: ...s not recorded with Dolby noise reduction turn it off by pressing the button Noise reduction remains off until you turn it on by pressing the button again When the system reaches the end of the tape i...

Page 156: ...irection and begins to play Tape Search Functions FF REW Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 153 D DO OL LB BY Y I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R A AM M B BU UT TT TO ON N P PL LA AY Y B BU UT TT...

Page 157: ...shing in the display as the tape fast forwards When the system finds the begin ning of a song or passage it goes back to PLAY To stop the SKIP function before it finds the beginning of a song or passa...

Page 158: ...ing the button again Pressing the REW or FF button or either of the SKIP buttons also turns off REPEAT The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage...

Page 159: ...ols used for the radio and cassette player For best results when using CD R discs use only high quality discs labeled for audio use When recording a CD R the recording must be closed in order for the...

Page 160: ...n the upper left side of the display the disc number for an empty position will begin blinking and the green CD Loaded indicator will come on When the disc number for an empty position starts to blink...

Page 161: ...is off and press the preset button for that position 1 to 6 The system will stop playing the current CD and start the loading sequence It will then play the CD just loaded Audio System Comfort and Co...

Page 162: ...repeat feature This feature when activated plays the tracks within a CD in random order rather than in the order they are recorded on the CD To activate Random Play press the RDM button You will see...

Page 163: ...PWR VOL knob or the ignition switch play will continue at the same point when you turn it back on Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 160 P PW WR R V VO OL L K KN NO OB B P PR RE ES SE ET T...

Page 164: ...m selects the previous mode AM FM or Tape If you do not remove the disc from the slot the system will reload the disc after 15 seconds and put the CD changer in pause mode To begin playing the disc pr...

Page 165: ...e all the CDs from the changer In any mode if you press the Eject button and hold it until you hear a beep the system will eject all of the discs in the changer You can also eject discs when the ignit...

Page 166: ...D eject button and pull out the CDs check for error indication Insert the CDs again If the code does not disappear or the CD cannot be pulled out consult your Honda dealer Press the CD eject button an...

Page 167: ...on both AM and FM bands while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations SE and U S Value Package models AM FM Cassette CD Player Audio System Audio System Comfort and Conve...

Page 168: ...ESSORY I or ON II to operate the audio system Turn the system on by pushing the PWR VOL knob Adjust the volume by turning the same knob CONTINUED Operating the Radio Audio System Comfort and Convenien...

Page 169: ...ation s frequency is stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it You can use any of four methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK SCAN or the Preset but...

Page 170: ...a station stored To activate Auto Select press the A SEL button A SEL will flash in the display and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds It automatically scans both bands looking for...

Page 171: ...reviously Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre viously When you return home turn off Auto Select by pressing the A SEL button The preset buttons will then select the frequenc...

Page 172: ...nnot change the setting by accidentally bumping it Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out Without...

Page 173: ...on s transmitter nearby large objects and atmos pheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notic...

Page 174: ...ric 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 Electr...

Page 175: ...standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems For best results when using CD R discs use only high quality discs labeled for audio use When recording a CD R the rec...

Page 176: ...he system skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press and release the button to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press and release it again to skip to the beginning of th...

Page 177: ...slot in the magazine the changer will after finding that slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load and play If you load a CD in the in dash player while...

Page 178: ...oft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge When a CD is not being played store it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination To prevent warpage keep CDs out of...

Page 179: ...button and pull out the disc Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD player Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc Check the disc for da...

Page 180: ...onsult your Honda dealer Press the magazine eject button and insert an empty magazine If the code disappears within a few seconds unit is OK If it does not consult your Honda dealer Press the magazine...

Page 181: ...reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Operating the Cassette Play...

Page 182: ...r REPEAT function to find a desired program Fast Forward and Re wind move the tape rapidly To re wind the tape push the REW button You will see REW in the display To fast forward the tape push the FF...

Page 183: ...cally go into rewind When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage the system returns to PLAY mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the b...

Page 184: ...ause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Nev...

Page 185: ...on on the audio system s front panel If you are playing a cassette use the AUDIO CH button to advance to the next selection You will see FF blinking in the display when you press the AUDIO CH button T...

Page 186: ...then leave the system on for one hour before trying again You should have received a card that lists your audio system s code number and serial number It is best to store this card in a safe place at...

Page 187: ...elease handle The security system will not set if the hood trunk or any door is not fully closed If the system will not set check the Door and Brake Lamp Monitor on the instrument panel see page to se...

Page 188: ...erate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h Press and release the SET decel button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is no...

Page 189: ...ISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET decel button repeatedly Each time you do this your car will slow down about 1 mph 1 6 km h Press and h...

Page 190: ...bers the previously set cruising speed To return to that speed accelerate to above 25 mph 40 km h then press and release the RESUME accel button The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on and the car will acce...

Page 191: ...view of the garage door or gate and that no one will be injured by its movement The HomeLink transceiver stores the code in a permanent memory There should be no need to retrain HomeLink if your car...

Page 192: ...ve not trained any of the buttons in HomeLink before you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button To do this press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink tr...

Page 193: ...lashes rapidly release both buttons HomeLink should have learned the code from the remote control Plug in the garage door opener motor then test the HomeLink transceiver button by pushing it It should...

Page 194: ...complete the following steps Make sure you have properly completed the Training HomeLink procedure Press and release the button on HomeLink The same button you trained with the Training HomeLink proce...

Page 195: ...he device To train an already programmed transmitter button to operate a new device To erase the codes stored in all three buttons press and hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to...

Page 196: ...you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 194 Gasoline 194 Service Station Procedures 194 Filling the Fuel Tank 194 Opening t...

Page 197: ...miles 1 000 km Because the fuel fill cap is on the driver s side of the car park with that side closest to the service station pumps In Canada some gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive calle...

Page 198: ...the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes Your car has an on board refueling vapor recovery system to help keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere If the fuel n...

Page 199: ...and to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle up until it releases the hood Lift the hood If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle or the hood latch handl...

Page 200: ...sing the hood make sure it is securely latched Lift the hood up most of the way The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up Pull the support rod out of its clip and inser...

Page 201: ...hood lower it to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then press down firmly with your hands After closing the hood make sure it is securely latched 1 Service Station Procedures Before Driving Oil Che...

Page 202: ...its tube Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 2 Service Station Procedures Before Driving 199 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de...

Page 203: ...etween the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see on page 4 250 247 255 Service Station Procedures Before Driving Owner Maintenance Checks Adding Engine Coolant Adding Oil Eng...

Page 204: ...temperature is moderate The condition of your car and your driving habits are the two most important things that affect the fuel mileage you get Always maintain your car according to the maintenance s...

Page 205: ...actory specifications and could adversely affect your car s handling and stability See Modifications on page for additional information However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or ex...

Page 206: ...e car s anti lock brakes and other systems Any object attached to or placed on the covers marked SRS AIRBAG in the center of the steering wheel and on top of the dashboard could interfere with the pro...

Page 207: ...as so you can stow cargo safely However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your car s handling stability and operation and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be...

Page 208: ...ler The final number is the total weight of cargo you can carry If you are towing a trailer add the tongue weight to the number above Add up the weight of all occupants To figure out how much cargo yo...

Page 209: ...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 car during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you fr...

Page 210: ...ather at High Altitude 210 5 speed Manual Transmission 211 Recommended Shift Points 212 Engine Speed Limiter 212 Automatic Transmission 212 Shift Lever Position Indicator 213 Shift Lever Positions 213...

Page 211: ...gers have fastened their seat belts see page Turn the ignition switch ON II Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel Start the engine see page Check the gauges and indicator lights in the in...

Page 212: ...step 5 if the engine does not start If it starts lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race Without touching the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to the START III posi...

Page 213: ...as the engine speeds up and smooths out An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 8 000 feet 2 400 meters adds to the problem If the engine fails to st...

Page 214: ...fore downshifting make sure engine speed will not go into the tachometer s red zone in the lower gear The manual transmission is syn chronized in all forward gears for smooth operation It has a lockou...

Page 215: ...h 4th to 5th Normal acceleration 15 mph 24 km h 28 mph 45 km h 41 mph 66 km h 52 mph 84 km h Cruise acceleration 7 mph 11 km h 22 mph 35 km h 33 mph 53 km h 48 mph 77 km h If you exceed the maximum sp...

Page 216: ...h ON II If it flashes while driving in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission Avoid rapid acceler ation and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer...

Page 217: ...tral come to a complete stop and then shift Press the release button before shifting into Reverse from Neutral If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park see Shift L...

Page 218: ...going down steep hills Use second gear when starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow It will help reduce wheelspin To shift from Second to First press the release button on the side of the...

Page 219: ...eter s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red z...

Page 220: ...Shift Lock Release it means your car is developing a problem Have the car checked by your Honda dealer Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot then reinstall the cover Make sure the notch on t...

Page 221: ...tor on the instrument panel shows that the parking brake is not fully released it does not indicate that the parking brake is firmly set Make sure the parking brake is set firmly or your car may roll...

Page 222: ...own a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective ness Use the engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes aft...

Page 223: ...ly across the vehicle the left front brake is connected with the right rear brake etc If one circuit should develop a problem you will still have braking at two wheels The U S LX with ABS and EX model...

Page 224: ...oes wrong the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on see page This means the anti lock function of the braking system has shut down The brakes still work like a conventional system without ant...

Page 225: ...d off After the brakes have cooled down usually for about 10 minutes TCS will turn back on and the indicator will turn off Driving with TCS requires no special skills or technique The TCS does not con...

Page 226: ...itch The TCS indicator light comes on as a reminder Pressing the switch again turns the system back on The TCS indicator comes on or flashes under the following condi tions When you turn the ignition...

Page 227: ...dicates a problem in the brake system see on page If the TCS indicator comes on while driving pull to the side of the road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by re starting the e...

Page 228: ...e controls Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden hard appli cation of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather Be extra cautious for the first few miles kilometers of driving while you...

Page 229: ...ture is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can change without warning Inspect your windshield wipers and washers fre...

Page 230: ...ing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and drivetrain The weight that the tongue of a fully loaded trailer puts on the...

Page 231: ...models 2 180 lbs 990 kg on the front axle 1 920 lbs 870 kg on the rear axle U S DX LX Value Package and all SE models 4 035 lbs 1 830 kg EX 4 080 lbs 1 850 kg 4 255 lbs 1 930 kg 6 cylinder models 2 3...

Page 232: ...d Any hitch used on your vehicle must be properly bolted to the underbody Discuss your needs with your trailer sales or rental agency and follow the guidelines in the rest of this section Also make su...

Page 233: ...ave a qualified mechanic install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer Trailer Lights Towing a Trailer Driving 230 G GR RO OU UN ND D B BL LA AC CK K B BA AC CK K U UP P L LI IG GH...

Page 234: ...pare are properly inflated see page and the trailer tires and spare are inflated as recommended by the trailer maker The vehicle has been properly serviced and the tires brakes suspension and cooling...

Page 235: ...n to overheat When driving down hills reduce your speed and shift down to 2nd gear Do not ride the brakes and remember it will take longer to slow down and stop when towing a trailer Drive slower than...

Page 236: ...king up Grip the of the steering wheel then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right Follow all normal precautions wh...

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Page 238: ...Locations 248 Engine Oil 250 Adding Oil 250 Recommended Oil 250 Synthetic Oil 251 Additives 252 Changing the Oil and Filter 252 Cooling System 255 Adding Engine Coolant 255 Replacing Engine Coolant 2...

Page 239: ...protect your investment Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers It will also reward you with more economical trouble free driving and help reduce air pollution...

Page 240: ...his will help to eliminate several potential hazards You should wear eye protection and protective clothing when working near the battery or when using compressed air To reduce the possibility of fire...

Page 241: ...s stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit Drive you...

Page 242: ...liability Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can provide competent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenance may be...

Page 243: ...l fluid levels and condition of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system fuel lines and connections 15 24 12 30 48 24 45 72 36 60 96 48 75 120 60 90 144 72 105 168 84 120 192 96 Ever...

Page 244: ...Replace brake fluid every 3 years independent of mileage 7 500 mi 12 000 km 15 000 mi 24 000 km 1 yr 22 500 mi 36 000 km 30 000 mi 48 000 km 2 yrs 37 500 mi 60 000 km 3 yrs independent of mileage 45...

Page 245: ...nt information under special driving conditions Replace engine oil and oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Clean or replace air cleaner element Use normal schedule except in dusty conditons Inspec...

Page 246: ...items in A Do items in A B C D Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Do item in E Clean air cleaner element Do items in A B C Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace MT fluid Replace...

Page 247: ...mi 168 000 km 7 yrs 108 750 mi 174 000 km 112 500 mi 180 000 km 116 250 mi 186 000 km 120 000 mi 192 000 km 8 yrs 120 000 mi 192 000 km 10 yrs then replace every 60 000 mi 96 000 km 5 yrs 120 000 mi 1...

Page 248: ...ditions page or severe conditions page Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date Signature or dealer s...

Page 249: ...r stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date m...

Page 250: ...conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page Lights Check the operation of the headlights parking lights taillights high mount brake ligh...

Page 251: ...DI IP PS ST TI IC CK K Y Ye el ll lo ow w l lo oo op p P PO OW WE ER R S ST TE EE ER RI IN NG G F FL LU UI ID D R Re ed d c ca ap p E EN NG GI IN NE E O OI IL L D DI IP PS ST TI IC CK K O Or ra an ng...

Page 252: ...ra ay y c ca ap p W WA AS SH HE ER R F FL LU UI ID D B Bl lu ue e c ca ap p C CO OO OL LA AN NT T R RE ES SE ER RV VO OI IR R A AU UT TO OM MA AT TI IC C T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N F FL LU U...

Page 253: ...etergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute s latest requirements It is highly recommended th...

Page 254: ...n the chart When using synthetic oil you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule If 5W 20 oil is not available a 5W 30 oil may be used However it should be re...

Page 255: ...illed mechanic Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance miles kilometers recommenda tions in the maintenance schedule The oil and filter collect contami nants that can damag...

Page 256: ...ew oil filter according to instructions that come with it Put a new washer on the drain bolt then reinstall the drain bolt Tighten it to 4 5 3 2 CONTINUED Engine Oil Maintenance 253 4 4 c cy yl li in...

Page 257: ...indicator light should go out within five seconds If it does not turn off the engine and reinspect your work 9 8 7 6 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models Engine Oil Maintenance 254 O OI IL L F FI IL L...

Page 258: ...recommended for aluminum engines However continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled...

Page 259: ...the engine and radiator are cool Turn the radiator cap counter clockwise without pressing down on it until it stops This relieves any pressure remaining in the cooling system 3 1 2 4 5 Cooling System...

Page 260: ...in the maintenance schedule Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze Coolant Type 2 Use of any non Honda coolant or plain water can result in corrosion and deposits in the cooling system Draining the coo...

Page 261: ...off the ignition and remove the key Remove the radiator cap Turn the ignition ON II Turn the temperature control Dial all the way clockwise Turn off the ignition and remove the key 1 3 2 4 cylinder mo...

Page 262: ...ground cable from their clips After installing the tank back in place put the cables back in their clips 4 3 6 cylinder models 6 cylinder models CONTINUED Cooling System Maintenance 259 6 6 c cy yl l...

Page 263: ...water Pre mixing is not required Tighten the bleeder bolt when coolant comes out in a steady stream with no bubbles 7 6 5 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models Cooling System Maintenan...

Page 264: ...p the engine Remove the radiator cap Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark If necessary fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark In...

Page 265: ...the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather When you refill the reservoir clean the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth This will help...

Page 266: ...luid then drive the vehicle a short distance Do this three times Then drain and refill the transmission a final time If the level is below the lower mark add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upp...

Page 267: ...dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration The transmission should be d...

Page 268: ...uid If it is not available you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement However continued use can affect shift quality Have the transmission flushed and refilled wi...

Page 269: ...SJ grade may be used if SG is not available However motor oil does not contain the proper additives and continued use can cause stiffer shifting Replace as soon as it is convenient The transmission s...

Page 270: ...he system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible Check the fluid level in the reser voirs monthly There are up to two reservoirs dependi...

Page 271: ...when the engine is cold Look at the side of the reservoir The fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL If it is below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL Power S...

Page 272: ...eering fluid as an emergency replacement However continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as...

Page 273: ...cleaner element Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover snap the fou...

Page 274: ...over tighten the four bolts To replace it The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver s side of the engine compartment Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing...

Page 275: ...ean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease Lubricate all the moving parts including the pivot Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Main...

Page 276: ...new spark plug into the socket then screw it into the hole Screw it in by hand so you do not crossthread it 5 6 7 NGK DENSO 4 Specifications Spark Plugs 4 cylinder Models Maintenance 273 PZFR5F 11 PK...

Page 277: ...n the lock tab and pulling on the connector Pull on the plastic connector not the wires Remove the spark plug with a five eighths inch 16 mm spark plug socket Use a wrench to remove the hexagon socket...

Page 278: ...ll the cover on the front cylinder bank while putting its mounting clip in the hole on the passenger s side Secure the cover by turning the heads of the two holding clips one quarter turn clockwise wi...

Page 279: ...off with plain water Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion Check the condition of your car s battery monthly You should check...

Page 280: ...disconnect the negative cable first and recon nect it last Clean the battery termi nals with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease...

Page 281: ...ry Maintenance 278 The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you Wear protectiv...

Page 282: ...iped areas when used Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold it in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm Raise the wiper arm off the win...

Page 283: ...e old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield Slide the...

Page 284: ...Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to remove them Your car s air conditioning is a sealed system Any major maintenance such as recharging should be done by a qualified mechanic You can do...

Page 285: ...ould be replaced every 15 000 miles 24 000 km if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and diesel powered vehicles Replace it more often if...

Page 286: ...ges 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 Replace these belts at 60 000...

Page 287: ...ng tread life and riding comfort Underinflated tires wear unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Overinflated tires can make your car rid...

Page 288: ...tire information label on the driver s doorjamb The compact spare tire pressure is U S DX and Value Package U S LX V 6 EX V 6 Canada EX V 6 SE V 6 U S LX EX and SE Canada LX 4 cylinder SE 4 cylinder...

Page 289: ...re they are worn out Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consis tent vibration while driving A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel for repair Your car s tires h...

Page 290: ...ame with your car were selected to match the perform ance capabilities of the car while providing the best combination of handling ride comfort and long life You should replace them with radial tires...

Page 291: ...me on your car Replacement wheels are available at your Honda dealer Wheel Tire See page for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading 345 U S DX and Value Package U S LX EX and SE Canada LX 4 cylind...

Page 292: ...SAE class S Cable type traction devices can also be used Use only SAE class S cable type traction devices Mount snow chains on your vehicle when warranted by driving condi tions or required by local l...

Page 293: ...afe condition by reducing your car s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers Lights Maintenance 290 H HE EA AD DL LI IG GH HT T T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL L S SI ID DE...

Page 294: ...n models If you find any bulbs are burned out replace them as soon as possible Refer to the chart on page to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed 343 Lights Maintenance 291 S ST TO OP P T...

Page 295: ...new If you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk readjustment may be required Adjustment of the headlights should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic Your car has two bu...

Page 296: ...u are changing the bulb on the driver s side start the engine turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and turn off the engine If you are changing the bulb on the passenger s side turn the ste...

Page 297: ...the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens and turn it clockwise until it locks Turn on the par...

Page 298: ...y by turning it clockwise until it locks Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Determine which of the two bulbs is burned out stop tailli...

Page 299: ...is working Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out of its socket Determine which of the two bulbs is bur...

Page 300: ...he new bulb is working Remove the license light assembly by carefully prying on the left edge of the lens with a flat tip screwdriver and pulling the assembly out Remove the lens from the bulb holder...

Page 301: ...ull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb in until it bottoms in the socket Put the lens back on the bulb holder and push it until it latches Slide the left side of the light assembly...

Page 302: ...dels On all models except U S DX and Value Package models On all models except U S DX and Value Package models Lights Maintenance 299 S SP PO OT TL LI IG GH HT T D DO OO OR R L LI IG GH HT T S SU UN N...

Page 303: ...ove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Push the cover back in place 1 2 3 4 Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb Lights Maintenance 300 T TR RU UN NK...

Page 304: ...battery Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and trunk seals Also apply a...

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Page 306: ...erior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 304 Washing 304 Waxing 305 Aluminum Wheels 305 Paint Touch up 305 Interior Care 306 Carpeting 306 Floor Mats 3...

Page 307: ...ade and let the exterior cool down before you start Rinse the car thoroughly with cool water to remove loose dirt As you dry the car inspect it for chips and scratches that could allow corrosion to st...

Page 308: ...reas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Clean your Honda s aluminum alloy wheels as you do the rest of the exterior Wash them with the same solution and rinse them thoroughly Inspect you...

Page 309: ...e a non Honda floor mat in the driver s footwell make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat anchor Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat otherwise the...

Page 310: ...spray or foam type vinyl cleaners Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently Pay particular attention to the pleats and seams Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with clear water then...

Page 311: ...ass and clear plastic surfaces If you want to use an air freshener deodorizer in the interior of your car it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi cals that may cause pa...

Page 312: ...ion in that area Removal of paint and protective coatings from the exterior and underside of the car Many corrosion preventive measures are built into your Honda You can help keep your car from corrod...

Page 313: ...uality of original parts some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts You should investi gate this before any repairs have begun Body repairs can affect your car s resis...

Page 314: ...d Compact Spare Tire 312 Changing a Flat Tire 313 If Your Engine Won t Start 318 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 319 The Starter Operates Normally 319 Jump Starting 320 If Yo...

Page 315: ...can Follow these precautions whenever you are using the compact spare tire Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h under any circumstances This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur faces...

Page 316: ...rk the car on firm level and non slippery ground away from traffic Put the transmission in Park automatic or Reverse manual Apply the parking brake Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignit...

Page 317: ...models five for the V 6 models 1 2 turn with the wheel wrench The jack is behind a cover in the right fender Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclock wise then pulling on the cover 6 7 8 Ta...

Page 318: ...he underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the ja...

Page 319: ...ub Do not try to tighten them fully Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving Lowe...

Page 320: ...hten the wheel nuts to Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well 15 16 CONTINUED LX with ABS SE EX EX V 6 models Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 317 6 6 c...

Page 321: ...on what you hear when you turn the key to START III You hear nothing or almost nothing The engine s starter motor does not operate at all or operates very slowly You can hear the starter motor operati...

Page 322: ...e car from a booster battery see page Turn the ignition switch to START III If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is proba bly something wrong with th...

Page 323: ...ions closely Do you have fuel Turn the ignition switch to ON II for a minute and watch the fuel gauge The low fuel level warning light may not be working so you were not reminded to fill the tank Ther...

Page 324: ...have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle Connect one jumper cable to the positive terminal on your Honda s battery Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the booster b...

Page 325: ...r car If the starter motor still operates slowly check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal to metal contact The numbers in the illustrations show you the order to connect th...

Page 326: ...ators The pointer of your car s tempera ture gauge should stay in the mid range under most conditions It may go higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day If it climbs to the red...

Page 327: ...32 C Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refil...

Page 328: ...car sit for a minute Open the hood and check the oil level see page Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering...

Page 329: ...electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly This indicator should come o...

Page 330: ...II and go out after the engine starts If it comes on at any other time it indicates one of the engine s emissions control systems may have a problem Even though you may feel no difference in your car...

Page 331: ...er various conditions to set the codes again If possible do not take your car for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set To check if they are set turn the ignition ON II but do not s...

Page 332: ...her before the car begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal The distance needed to stop will be much longer Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the...

Page 333: ...he same or lower rating Try closing the moonroof If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually Insert the moonroof wrench into the...

Page 334: ...rom a short circuit or overload These fuses are located in three fuse boxes The interior fuse boxes are located on each side of the dashboard To open an interior fuse box open the car door Pull the co...

Page 335: ...h fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under hood fuse box If something electrical in your car stops working the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse Determine from the chart on pages...

Page 336: ...radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as y...

Page 337: ...A 40 A 40 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 20 A 20 A 50 A Back Up ACC Power Window Motor Spare Fuse Power Seat BSC Heater Motor Rear Defroster Heated Seat Condenser Fan IG1 Main Left Headlight Dimmer Relay Right Hea...

Page 338: ...eat Slide Assistant Power Seat Slide Daytime Running Light Rear Left Power Window Front Right Power Window Radio Cigarette Lighter Small Lights Interior Light Courtesy Lights Power Door Locks Clock AB...

Page 339: ...damaged If your Honda cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed by wheel lift equipment with the front wheels off the ground If due to damage your car must be towed with the front wheels o...

Page 340: ...ms plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing Taking Care of the Unexpected 337 The steering system can be damaged if the steering whee...

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Page 342: ...action 345 Temperature 346 Oxygenated Fuels 347 Driving in Foreign Countries 348 Emissions Controls 349 The Clean Air Act 349 Crankcase Emissions Control System 349 Evaporative Emissions Control Syste...

Page 343: ...d to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine...

Page 344: ...inder Models 6 cylinder Models 341 M MA AN NU UA AL L T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N N NU UM MB BE ER R A AU UT TO OM MA AT TI IC C T TR RA AN NS SM MI IS SS SI IO ON N N NU UM MB BE ER R E EN N...

Page 345: ...ne Reserve tank capacity 0 16 US gal 0 6 0 13 Imp gal 4 8 US qt 4 5 4 0 Imp qt 57 3 in 1 455 mm 1 48 US gal 5 6 1 23 Imp gal 1 98 US gal 7 5 1 65 Imp gal 4 6 US qt 4 4 3 9 Imp qt 5 3 US qt 5 0 4 4 Imp...

Page 346: ...lacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Water cooled 4 stroke SOHC SOHC VTEC 4 cylinder SOHC 6 cylinder V6 gasoline engine Headlights Front turn signal side marker lights Front parking lights Rear turn...

Page 347: ...gf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm P195 70R14 90S P195 65R15 89H P205 65R15 92V T135 90D15 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm Size Pressure Front Rear Spare Front Rear Spare 1 DX Value Package 2 LX EX SE 3 4 cyli...

Page 348: ...es of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include ac...

Page 349: ...sted under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature...

Page 350: ...try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxyg...

Page 351: ...our Honda will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian emissions regulations and will be illegal to operate in North Ameri...

Page 352: ...s controls work Scheduled maintenance is on page Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The Posit...

Page 353: ...ms Air Intake Engine Control and Fuel Control The Engine Control Module ECM or the Powertrain Control Module PCM uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine It then control...

Page 354: ...nt The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from...

Page 355: ...the vehicle re tested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for re testing by doing the following Make sure the gas tank is nearly but not completely full around 3 4 Make sur...

Page 356: ...you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds Then drive in city suburban traffic...

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Page 358: ...lations Information 356 Warranty Coverages 357 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 358 Authorized Manuals 359 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 355 01 04 26 22 42 18 31...

Page 359: ...us this information Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name address and tele phone number A detailed...

Page 360: ...ation this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery covers your new vehicle except for the battery emissions control systems and accessories against defects in materials an...

Page 361: ...group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may...

Page 362: ...6 Service Manual Supplement Electrical Troubleshooting Manual Body Repair Manual 2002 Honda Accord 4 Door L4 V6 Owner s Manual Base Book Owner s Manual Supplement Order Form for Previous Years Indicat...

Page 363: ...ame and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside U S A please write to the address shown below for a quotation P O BOX 07280 DETROIT MICHIGAN 48...

Page 364: ...t Lever Position Indicator 213 Shift Lever Positions 213 Shift Lock Release 216 Battery Charging System Light 56 326 Jump Starting 320 Maintenance 276 Specifications 343 Before Driving 193 Belts Seat...

Page 365: ...Exhaust 349 Coin Box 97 Cold Weather Starting in 210 Compact Spare 312 Console Compartment 97 Consumer Information 355 Controls Instruments and 53 Coolant Adding 255 Checking 200 Proper Solution 255 T...

Page 366: ...uirement 194 Oxygenated 347 Tank Filling the 194 Fuses Checking the 332 Economy Fuel 201 Emergencies on the Road 311 Battery Jump Starting 320 Brake System Indicator 329 Changing a Flat Tire 313 Charg...

Page 367: ...en Bulbs 292 Turning on 64 Head Restraints 86 Heating and Cooling 104 High Altitude Starting at 210 HomeLink Universal Transmitter 188 Hood Opening the 196 Hydraulic Clutch 268 Hydroplaning 226 Identi...

Page 368: ...hecking Engine 198 Pressure Indicator 56 325 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart 251 ON Ignition Key Position 73 Operation in Foreign Countries 348 Outside Mirrors 93 Overheating Engine 323 Owner Mainten...

Page 369: ...43 Cleaning 307 Lap Shoulder Belt 42 Maintenance 44 Reminder Light and Beeper 42 56 System Components 42 Use During Pregnancy 19 Seats Adjusting the 82 Security System 184 Serial Number 340 Service I...

Page 370: ...urns 66 Snow Tires 289 Solvent type Cleaners 304 Sound System 119 131 147 164 Spare Tire Inflating 312 Specifications 344 Spark Plugs Replacing 272 274 Specifications Charts 342 Speed Control 185 Spee...

Page 371: ...en Monitor Light 58 Turn Signals 66 WARNING Explanation of ii Warning Labels Location of 52 Warranty Coverages 357 Washer Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 262 Operation 68 Washing 304 Waxing and Po...

Page 372: ...Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 279 Operation 66 Worn Tires 286 Wrecker Emergency Towing 336 U S and Canada only Index IX 01 04 26 22 44 06 31S84640_372...

Page 373: ...Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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