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information about how to properly
position the steering wheel.

Make any steering wheel adjustment
before you start driving.

To adjust the steering wheel upward
or downward:

Push the lever under the steering
column all the way down.

Push the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in that position.

Make sure you have securely
locked the steering wheel in place
by trying to move it up and down.

Move the steering wheel so it
points to your chest, not toward
your face. Make sure you can see
the instrument panel gauges and
indicators.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Instruments and Controls

Adjusting the steering wheel
position while driving may
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only
when the vehicle is stopped.

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Summary of Contents for 2004 Civic

Page 1: ...imate control system the audio system and other convenience features Before Driving 111 What gasoline to use how to break in your new car and how to load luggage and other cargo Driving 123 The proper...

Page 2: ...urring any obligation whatsoever This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CANADIE...

Page 3: ...ing This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm As you read this manual you will find information that is pre...

Page 4: ...and safely This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully Your safety and the safety of others is very important And operating this vehicle safely is an importan...

Page 5: ...NG CONTROLS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MANUAL TRANSMISSION TRUNK RELEASE POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH DASH LIGHTS GAUGES P 51 P 59 P 70 P 78 P 11...

Page 6: ...CONTROL SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS MOONROOF HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM DIGITAL CLOCK P 63 P 80 P 107 P 81 P 66 P 107 P 65 P 92 P 106 P 65 P 6...

Page 7: ...4 Main Menu...

Page 8: ...e 21 Additional Information About Your Airbags 22 Airbag System Components 22 How Your Front Airbags Work 22 How Your Side Airbags Work 25 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 26 How the Side Airbag Cuto...

Page 9: ...so occur at lower speeds Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions regardless of the maximum speed posted Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous To reduc...

Page 10: ...event of a crash Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Your Vehicle s Safety Features 7...

Page 11: ...s and larger children Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats In addition most states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts Your vehicle is equipped...

Page 12: ...est advantage from the airbag Of course seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash But in most cases seat belts can reduce your risk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make...

Page 13: ...side airbags work To do their job airbags must inflate with tremendous force So while airbags help save lives they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not...

Page 14: ...re closed and locked Locking the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening and falling out Locking th...

Page 15: ...mmend that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked into position See page for how t...

Page 16: ...against the occupant s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a seat back is recl...

Page 17: ...o check that the belt is not twisted because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips then pull up on the shoulder par...

Page 18: ...ead of your shoulder you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height To adjust the height of a front seat belt anchor press and hold the release buttons and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has...

Page 19: ...teering wheel After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright well back in their seats with their feet on the floor until the...

Page 20: ...ross the hips When driving remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle When riding as a front passenger adjust the seat as far back a...

Page 21: ...e shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability of the seat belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash If a side airbag inflates a cup holder or other hard object at...

Page 22: ...y The seat belts in all positions except the driver s have an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat see page If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way...

Page 23: ...gned to activate primarily in frontal collisions and they should activate in any collision severe enough to cause front airbag inflation When the tensioners are activated the seat belts will remain ti...

Page 24: ...it must be replaced by the dealer A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and...

Page 25: ...ough the control unit will instantly inflate the driver s and front passenger s front airbags at the time and with the force needed Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal impact or side...

Page 26: ...y to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is one tenth of a second so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying i...

Page 27: ...lso dual threshold airbags Airbags with this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether or not the occupant is wearing a seat belt It the occupant s belt is the airbag will deploy a...

Page 28: ...it upright and well back in their seats The passenger s side airbag has a cutoff system designed to turn off the passenger s side airbag if a child s head is in the airbag s deployment path see page I...

Page 29: ...you turn the ignition to ON II If the indicator stays on after the engine starts If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive If you see any of these indications the airbags and se...

Page 30: ...bag if a child leans sideways and the child s head is in the side airbag deployment path If a short adult leans sideways or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the side airbag deployment p...

Page 31: ...uid soaks into a seat back it can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from working properly Improperly replacing or covering front seat back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating durin...

Page 32: ...rtant general guidelines then presents special information for infants small children and larger children To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires t...

Page 33: ...g front airbag can strike the child with enough force to kill or very seriously injure small child Whenever possible larger children should sit in the back seat in a booster seat if needed and be prop...

Page 34: ...and front passenger s visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels To remind you of the front airbag hazards your vehicle has warning labels on the driver s and front passenger s vi...

Page 35: ...seat is far safer for a child than the front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear the lap shoulder belt properly see page Move the vehicle seat as far...

Page 36: ...om heatstroke A child left alone with the key in the ignition can accidentally set the vehicle in motion possibly injuring themselves or others Keep vehicle keys and remote transmitters out of the rea...

Page 37: ...s we strongly recommend that you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger seat move the front seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller c...

Page 38: ...ld seat We strongly recommend placing a forward facing child seat in a back seat not the front If the vehicle seat is too far forward or the child s head is thrown forward during a collision an inflat...

Page 39: ...urchasing a conventional child seat or using a previously purchased one we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used Convention...

Page 40: ...can be expected and should not reduce the child seat s effectiveness If the child seat is not secure try installing it in a different seating position or use a different style of child seat that can...

Page 41: ...t Move the seat belt buckle or tongue away from the lower anchors Make sure there are no objects near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and anchors The location...

Page 42: ...a rigid type connection as shown above Lift the rear head restraint then route the tether strap over the seat back between the legs of the head restraint making sure the strap is not twisted Attach t...

Page 43: ...ld seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into the buckle To activate the lockable retractor slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it sto...

Page 44: ...d remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat using one of the anch...

Page 45: ...s After properly securing the child seat with the lap shoulder belt see page route the tether strap over the top of the seat back After securing the child seat in the desired position see pages and li...

Page 46: ...s Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip If you answer yes to all these questions the child is ready to wear the lap shoulder belt correctly If you answer no to any questio...

Page 47: ...tal collision the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained improperly restrained sitting too close to the airbag or out of position The side airbag also poses risks If any part...

Page 48: ...ury in a crash Supervise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly Of course children vary widely And while age may be one indicator of when...

Page 49: ...ndows 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 adjust the heating and cooling system as follows S...

Page 50: ...cause 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 Canadian models U S models only Safety Labels Drive...

Page 51: ...On models without side airbags On models with side airbags Safety Labels Driver and Passenger Safety 48 HOOD Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 52: ...and Washers 62 Turn Signal and Headlights 63 Instrument Panel Brightness 64 Hazard Warning Light 65 Rear Window Defogger 65 Steering Wheel Adjustment 66 Keys and Locks 67 Immobilizer System 68 Ignitio...

Page 53: ...DOOR RELEASE TRUNK RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH MIRROR CONTROLS HOOD RELEASE HANDLE POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MOONROOF CONTROLS P 70 P 80 P 107 P 78...

Page 54: ...DICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRE...

Page 55: ...EL INDICATOR TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SY...

Page 56: ...R LAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR...

Page 57: ...to ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags or automatic seat belt tensioners On models equipped with side airbags this indicator will also aler...

Page 58: ...ck the parking brake Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II and...

Page 59: ...e left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If the indicators do not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see page...

Page 60: ...h the high beam headlights This light comes on for a few sec onds when you turn the ignition switch ON II It will then go off if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key If it is not a properly...

Page 61: ...ng Conditions on pages and For the first 8 000 miles 12 800 km after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II Your dealer...

Page 62: ...meter works independently so you can keep track of two different distances This shows how much fuel you have It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount The needle returns to the bottom a...

Page 63: ...ed Hot mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to page for instructions and precautions on checking the engine s cooling system 179 Gauges Instruments and Controls Temperature Gauge Canadian DX...

Page 64: ...ents and Controls 61 MOONROOF HAZARD WARNING BUTTON TILT ADJUSTMENT MIRROR CONTROLS HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS CRUISE CONTROL MASTER...

Page 65: ...tinuously Vary the delay by turning the INT TIME ring The wipers run at high speed The wipers run at low speed Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it The washers spray until you release t...

Page 66: ...one when you open the driver s door To turn on push the lever forward until you hear a click The blue high beam indicator will light see page Pull it back to return to low beams To flash the high beam...

Page 67: ...brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off and also with the headlight switch on To reduce glare at night the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to or...

Page 68: ...he hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your vehicle is disabled The rear window defogger will clear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the d...

Page 69: ...ion Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down Move the steering wheel so it points to your chest not toward your face Make sure you can see the in...

Page 70: ...umidity Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cloth The keys do not contain batteries Do not try to take th...

Page 71: ...switch to ON II again The system may not recognize your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object i e key fob is near the ignition switch when you insert the key As required by the...

Page 72: ...key You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper You can insert o...

Page 73: ...the rear doors Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge With the lever in the LOCK position the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab To open the door p...

Page 74: ...p the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard page Parents should decide if their children...

Page 75: ...wing the transmitter Protect the transmitter from extreme temperatures Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid If you lose a transmitter the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by a Honda dealer...

Page 76: ...wo conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modification...

Page 77: ...riving To adjust the seat forward and backward pull up on the bar under the seat cushion s front edge Then try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the seat back angle of t...

Page 78: ...straints in the front and rear outboard seating positions adjust for height You need both hands to adjust the restraint To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways...

Page 79: ...key clockwise pull down the top of the seat back then release the key To fold down the passenger s side turn the key counter clockwise and perform the same procedure The lid of the console compartment...

Page 80: ...in front of the rear seat back whenever it is in the upright position Do not put any heavy items on the seat back when it is folded Make sure all items in the trunk or items extending through the ope...

Page 81: ...ion switch to ON II to raise or lower any window Each door has a switch that controls its window To open the window push the switch down and hold it Release the switch when you want the window to stop...

Page 82: ...w To raise the window you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position The light in the AUTO switch comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON II...

Page 83: ...tart driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position...

Page 84: ...by accidentally bumping the switch The outside mirrors are heated to re move fog and frost With the ignition switch ON II turn on the heaters by pressing the button The light in the button comes on a...

Page 85: ...t on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page 55 Parking Brake Instruments and Controls 82 NOTICE DX models PARKING BRAKE LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER LX U S E...

Page 86: ...h the button next to the light to turn it on and off Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off The courtesy lights in the front doors and around the ignition switch come on when you op...

Page 87: ...nd Controls Interior Convenience Items 84 VANITY MIRROR GLOVE BOX CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COIN BOX CENTER POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER U S EX ONLY Main Menu Tabl...

Page 88: ...ly power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps Open the glove box by squeezing the handle Close it with a firm push To open the console compartment pull the left lever an...

Page 89: ...86 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 90: ...o Reception 95 Playing a CD 97 Playing a Tape 102 Radio Theft Protection 105 Setting the Clock 106 Cruise Control 107 Your Honda has an anti theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it...

Page 91: ...ng and A C Comfort and Convenience Features 88 MODE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING A C BUTTON Main Menu Table...

Page 92: ...s Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents Air flows from the floor vents When you select the system autom...

Page 93: ...f the outside air is humid select Recirculation mode If the outside air is dry select Fresh Air mode Set the fan to the desired speed you can cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows...

Page 94: ...o help clear the rear window Select The system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A C The A C indicator will not come on in U S vehicles Select Set the fan and temperature contr...

Page 95: ...BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB TUNE KNOB SCAN INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR A SEL BUTTON SCAN BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR AM FM BUTTON SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS PWR VOL KNOB SCAN INDICATOR TUNE KNOB A SEL BUTTON SCAN BU...

Page 96: ...and To activate it press the SCAN button then release it You will see SCAN in the display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station f...

Page 97: ...h of the sound coming from each speaker BAL adjusts the side to side strength while FAD adjusts the front to back strength You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumi...

Page 98: ...ion 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 noti...

Page 99: ...eric 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 Elect...

Page 100: ...CATOR RDM BUTTON RPT BUTTON DISC BUTTON DISC BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB SEEK SKIP BAR EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT SEEK SKIP BAR RPT BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR CD BUTTON RDM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR PWR VOL KNOB DX Mode...

Page 101: ...system will automatically reload the CD after 15 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD button Press the AM FM button to switch to the radio while a CD is playing Press the CD...

Page 102: ...be rough on the inner and outer edges The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the re cording surface of the CD causing skipping or other problems Remove these pieces...

Page 103: ...the EJECT button and pull out the CD Check the CD for damage or deformation If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error message does not disappear after the CD is ejected see a Honda dealer Will disap...

Page 104: ...sappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out see a Honda dealer Insert CD Press the magazine eject button and pull it out Check for an error indication and insert the magazine again If the message doe...

Page 105: ...SKIP BAR FF BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR DOLBY INDICATOR RPT BUTTON NR BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB FF BUTTON REW BUTTON RPT BUTTON NR BUTTON SKIP BAR DX Model TAPE BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR U S LX EX Canada LX Si Mo...

Page 106: ...ff the ignition The tape will remain in the drive When you turn the system back on the tape will begin playing where it left off To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing press the A...

Page 107: ...If the label is peeling off remove it or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player Use 100 minute or shorter tapes Tapes longer th...

Page 108: ...turn on the system Use the Preset buttons to enter the five digit code The code is located on the radio code card included in your Owner s Manual kit When it is entered correctly the radio will start...

Page 109: ...TTON H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON CLOCK SCAN RPT BUTTON R BUTTON M BUTTON DX Model CLOCK BUTTON U S LX EX Canada LX Si Models finished press the CLOCK button Press and hold the CLOCK button until you he...

Page 110: ...e 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 now ac...

Page 111: ...and press the SET decel button You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways Press and hold the SET decel button Release the button when you reach the desired speed To increase your spe...

Page 112: ...on the steering wheel Press the Cruise Control Master Switch Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed When you push the CANCEL...

Page 113: ...110 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 114: ...riving your Honda you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages The information in this section w...

Page 115: ...hat help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In addition in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is available the use of ga...

Page 116: ...fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere Consult your dealer Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least three times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lam...

Page 117: ...you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated Lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding c...

Page 118: ...lower mark see on page Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see on page for information on adding the proper...

Page 119: ...rding to the maintenance schedule See see page an underinflated tire causes more rolling resistance which uses fuel The build up of snow or mud on your vehicle s underside adds weight and rolling resi...

Page 120: ...installer contact your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory Modifying your vehicle or installing some non Honda accessories can make your vehicle unsafe Before you ma...

Page 121: ...m Modifications could make the system ineffective See the safety precautions on page Removing parts from your vehicle or replacing components with non Honda aftermarket components could seriously affe...

Page 122: ...uch cargo or improperly storing it can affect your vehicle s handling stability stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Car...

Page 123: ...ng a crash or sudden stop For example if there will be four 150 lbs 70 kg occupants in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 250 lbs 115 kg 4 150 lbs 70 kg 600 lbs 28...

Page 124: ...could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility...

Page 125: ...122 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 126: ...omatic transmissions It also includes impor tant information on parking your vehicle and the braking system Preparing to Drive 124 Starting the Engine 125 5 speed Manual Transmission 126 Automatic Tra...

Page 127: ...see page Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page Check the steering wheel adjustment see page Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked Fasten your seat belt Check th...

Page 128: ...engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so...

Page 129: ...hift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can...

Page 130: ...e tachometer s red zone If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in 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...

Page 131: ...I The D indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON II If it flashes while driving in any shift position it indicates a possible problem in the transmission Avoid rapi...

Page 132: ...the transmission shifting up at higher speeds when the engine is cold This helps the engine warm up faster This position is similar to D except only the first three gears are selected Use D to provide...

Page 133: ...ou exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the...

Page 134: ...ehicle has an automatic transmission set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park This keeps the vehicle from moving and putting pressure on the parking mechanism in the transmission...

Page 135: ...when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective ness Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear The hydraulic...

Page 136: ...as soon as possible It only helps with steering control during braking on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal...

Page 137: ...Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer Attempting to do so can void your warranties Towing a Trailer Driving 134 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 138: ...ns why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions Maintenance Safety 136 Maintenance Schedule 137 Maintenance Record 141 Fluid Location...

Page 139: ...ost important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a...

Page 140: ...If you only drive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes you will use your vehicle as normal transportation for passenge...

Page 141: ...sure long term reliability You should check the following items at the specified intervals If you are unsure of how to perform any check turn to the appropriate page listed Engine oil level Check ever...

Page 142: ...96 70 112 80 128 100 160 90 144 O Or r e ev ve er ry y 2 2 y ye ea ar rs s w wh hi ic ch he ev ve er r c co om me es s f fi ir rs st t 110 176 120 192 130 208 140 224 150 240 Replace at 120 000 miles...

Page 143: ...km or every 6 months whichever comes first O Or r e ev ve er ry y 1 1 y ye ea ar r w wh hi ic ch he ev ve er r c co om me es s f fi ir rs st t O Or r e ev ve er ry y 1 1 y ye ea ar r w wh hi ic ch he...

Page 144: ...mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date 72 000 km 80 000 km 88 000 km 96 000 km or 3 years 104 000 km 112 000 km 120 000 km 128 000 km or 4 years Signa...

Page 145: ...0 km 152 000 km 160 000 km or 5 years 168 000 km 176 000 km 184 000 km 192 000 km or 6 years 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 mi k...

Page 146: ...RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop BRAKE FLUID Gray cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP CLUTCH FLUID Manual Transmission only Gray cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMIS...

Page 147: ...he oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your Honda to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy Unscrew and remove the...

Page 148: ...e raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic You may use a syntheti...

Page 149: ...y including filter Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Honda dealer is required Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come...

Page 150: ...ould also check the coolant level in the radiator If the coolant level in the reserve tank is at or below the MIN line add coolant to bring it up to the MAX line Inspect the cooling system for leaks A...

Page 151: ...e compatible with the coolant or engine components Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use The low washer level indicator will light when the level...

Page 152: ...y use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement However continued use can affect the shift quality Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF Z1 as soon as it...

Page 153: ...e fluid level with the transmission at normal operating temperature and the vehicle sitting on level ground Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger...

Page 154: ...N and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark your brake system needs attention Have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads The fluid level sho...

Page 155: ...the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease Lubricate all the moving par...

Page 156: ...aimed when your vehicle was new If you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk readjustment may be required Adjustments should be performed by a Honda dealer or other qualified mechanic Your vehicle...

Page 157: ...ulling it straight up If you need to change a headlight bulb on the passenger s side remove the bolt from the stay and push the battery toward windshield to obtain enough working space Remove the elec...

Page 158: ...screwdriver to remove the holding clip from the inner fender and pull the inner fender cover back Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise If you a...

Page 159: ...ace by pushing on the center Open the trunk Remove the screws in the center of each of the two fasteners on the side of the trunk lining Pull the lining back Determine which of the two bulbs is burned...

Page 160: ...e side of the trunk lining Reinstall the screws Open the trunk Determine which of the two bulbs is burned out taillight or back up light Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwi...

Page 161: ...kwise Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it locks Make sure the new bulb is working 2 1 3...

Page 162: ...ing solvents Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle The driver s floor mat that came with your vehicle hooks over the floor mat anchor This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possi...

Page 163: ...ed Raise the wiper arm off the windshield Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold the lock tab in while you push the blade assembly toward the base of the arm...

Page 164: ...st the windshield 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 informa...

Page 165: ...m being overheated We recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Overinflated tires can make your vehicle ride more...

Page 166: ...driven for several miles you will see readings 4 to 6 psi 30 to 40 kPa 0 3 to 0 4 kgf cm higher than the cold reading This is normal do not release air to match the cold pressure Tubeless tires have...

Page 167: ...000 km Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated If you purchase directional tires rotate only front to back Your vehicle s tires have wear indica tors molded into...

Page 168: ...radial tires of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s side wall Mixing radial and bias ply tires on your vehicle can reduce braking abilit...

Page 169: ...acturer s instructions and mount them as tight as you can Make sure they are not contacting the brake lines or suspension Drive slowly with them installed If you hear them coming into contact with the...

Page 170: ...s wash it off with plain water Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent further corrosion If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconne...

Page 171: ...one made from a porous material such as cotton Nonporous materials such as plastic sheeting trap moisture which can damage the paint To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door a...

Page 172: ...Fuses 186 Fuse Locations 188 Emergency Towing 190 This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the...

Page 173: ...paired or replaced and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model Replace the tire when you can see the t...

Page 174: ...rd warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire Park the vehicle on firm level and non slippery ground Put the transmi...

Page 175: ...l wrench 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 jack notch 6 7 8 C...

Page 176: ...eel nuts and wheel cover The wheel nuts will be very hot if you were recently driving The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel c...

Page 177: ...ng Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fu...

Page 178: ...Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store the tool kit Store the wheel cover or center cap in the trunk Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged Lower the trunk floor and trunk floo...

Page 179: ...eutral Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or don t light at all the battery is discharged See on page Turn the ignition...

Page 180: ...Are you using the proper starting procedure Refer to on page Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the warning light may not be working There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel...

Page 181: ...to the positive terminal on the booster battery Connect the second jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown Do not connect th...

Page 182: ...cle s temperature gauge should stay in the midrange If it climbs to the red mark you should determine the reason hot day driving up a steep hill etc If your vehicle overheats you should take immediate...

Page 183: ...ld start to cool down almost immediately If it does wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint then continue driving If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark turn off the engine...

Page 184: ...oolant mixture available you can add plain water Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can Put the radiator cap back on tightly Run the engine...

Page 185: ...gine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving See on page If the charging system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running the battery is no...

Page 186: ...f the indicator comes on while driving it means one of the engine s emission If you have recently refueled your vehicle the indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap Tighten the ca...

Page 187: ...ust drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition drive slowly and carefully The brake system indicator normally comes on when you turns the ignition switch ON II and as a reminder to check the...

Page 188: ...ose the moonroof manually Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the center of the headliner Insert the moonroof wrench into the...

Page 189: ...two fuse boxes The interior fuse box is located underneath the steering column To open it turn the knobs as shown If something electrical in your vehicle stops working check for a blown fuse first Det...

Page 190: ...checked by a qualified mechanic If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem and you do not have a spare fuse take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circ...

Page 191: ...20 A 80 A 40 A Condenser Fan Small Light Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU Horn Stop ABS F S Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right He...

Page 192: ...A 7 5 A 10 A 10 A 15 A 15 A 7 5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A Power Window Relay Moonroof Accessory Radio Not Used Meter ABS Daytime Running Lights SRS Remote Control Mirrors Not Used Not Used Fuel Pump...

Page 193: ...cables lift that end of the vehicle off the ground Your vehicle s sus pension and body can be seriously damaged If your Honda cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed by wheel lift equipme...

Page 194: ...o they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing Taking Care of the Unexpected 191 NOTICE NOTICE Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage The bumpers are not desi...

Page 195: ...192 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 196: ...mperature 199 Tire Labeling 199 Oxygenated Fuels 200 Driving in Foreign Countries 201 Emissions Controls 202 The Clean Air Act 202 Crankcase Emissions Control System 202 Evaporative Emissions Control...

Page 197: ...dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certification label at tached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine com partment bulk...

Page 198: ...o the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Identification Numbers Technical Information 195 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUM...

Page 199: ...ve tank capacity Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Gross vehicle weight rating Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Fuel tank Engin...

Page 200: ...License plate lights Ceiling light Front ceiling light Spotlights Trunk light 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 5 W 8 W 5 W 8 W 3 CP 21 W 3 CP 21 W 21 5 W 21 W 27 8 W 60 psi...

Page 201: ...d characteristics and climate The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on s...

Page 202: ...Tire type code Manufacturer s identification mark This indicates that the tire meets all requirements of the U S Department of Transportation Tire Identification Number TIN is a group of numbers and...

Page 203: ...you notice any undesirable operating symptoms 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...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...or Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured The burning of gasoline in your vehicle s engine produces several by products Some of these are carbon monoxide...

Page 206: ...tion EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust gas to the air fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned The thre...

Page 207: ...e 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 vehicle away from high g...

Page 208: ...r several days of driving under a variety of conditions If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test If...

Page 209: ...If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds Then drive in city suburban traffi...

Page 210: ...Customer Service Information 208 Warranty Coverages 209 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 210 Authorized Manuals 211 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 207 Main Menu...

Page 211: ...on Vehicle Identification Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and tele phone number A detailed descripti...

Page 212: ...ease read your warranty manual for details covers all Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship provides coverage for as long as the pur chaser of the muffler owns the vehic...

Page 213: ...crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you ma...

Page 214: ...Automatic Speed Control 107 Automatic Transmission 128 Capacity Fluid 196 Checking Fluid Level 149 Shifting 128 Shift Lever Position Indicator 128 Shift Lever Positions 128 Shift Lock Release 130 Bat...

Page 215: ...cking 115 Proper Solution 147 Temperature Gauge 60 Crankcase Emissions Control System 202 Cruise Control Operation 107 Customer Relations Office 208 DANGER Explanation of ii Dashboard 2 50 Daytime Run...

Page 216: ...hers Use of Seat Belts by 17 Fan Interior 89 Features Comfort and Convenience 87 Filling the Fuel Tank 113 Filters Dust and Pollen 159 Oil 145 5 speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level 150 Shif...

Page 217: ...Clutch 151 Identification Number Vehicle 194 Ignition Keys 67 Switch 69 Timing Control System 203 Important Safety Precautions 6 Indicators Instrument Panel 54 Infant Restraint 34 Infant Seats LATCH A...

Page 218: ...129 New Vehicle Break in 112 Normal Shift Speeds 127 NOTICE Explanation of i Numbers Identification 194 Octane Requirement Gasoline 112 Odometer 59 Odometer Trip 59 Oil Change How to 145 Change When t...

Page 219: ...Seat Belts 159 Timing Belt 150 Tires 165 Wiper Blades 160 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash 21 Reserve Tank Engine Coolant 115 147 Restraint Child 29 Reverse Gear Position 129 Rotation Tire 164 Safe...

Page 220: ...oring Your Vehicle 168 Supplemental Restraint System 10 22 Servicing 28 SRS Indicator 26 54 System Components 22 Synthetic Oil 145 Taillights Changing Bulbs 156 157 Taking Care of the Unexpected 169 T...

Page 221: ...id Level 148 Indicator 56 Operation 62 Wheels Adjusting the Steering 66 Alignment and Balance 164 Compact Spare 170 Wrench 172 Windows Operating the Power 78 Rear Defogger 65 Windshield Cleaning 62 De...

Page 222: ...Oil change capacity including filter Honda Power Steering 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...

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