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Setting the Clock

. 101

The 5-speed Manual

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Transmission

. 195

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Shift Lever Position Indicator

. 197

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Shift Lock Release

. 200

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Side Airbags

. 45

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How Your Side Airbags Work . 45
How The Side Airbag Indicator

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Light Works

. 46

Side Marker Lights, Bulb

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Replacement

. 279

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Signaling Turns

. 64

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Snow Tires

. 273

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Solvent-type Cleaners

. 288

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Sound System

. 125, 153

Spare Tire

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Inflating

. 297

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Specifications

. 330

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Spark Plugs, Replacing

. 256, 258

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Specifications Charts

. 328

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Speed Control

. 68

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Speed Limiter

. 196, 200

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Speedometer

. 58

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SRS, Additional Information

. 43

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Additional Safety Precautions . 23

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How Your Airbags Work

. 43, 45

How Your SRS Indicator

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Works

. 43

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SRS Components

. 43

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SRS Service

. 48

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SRS Indicator

. 43, 55

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START (Ignition Key Position)

. 74

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Starting the Engine

. 193

In Cold Weather at High

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Altitude

. 194

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With a Dead Battery

. 306

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Steam Coming from Engine

. 308

Steering Wheel

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Adjustment

. 67

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Anti-theft Column Lock

. 73

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Stereo Sound System

. 125, 153

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Storing Your Car

. 287

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Sun Visor

. 105

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Sunglasses Holder

. 106

Supplemental Restraint System

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Servicing

. 48

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SRS Indicator

. 43, 55

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System Components

. 43

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Synthetic Oil

. 235

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Tachometer

. 58

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Taillights, Changing Bulbs in

. 281

Taking Care of the Unexpected . 295

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Tape Player

. 130, 160

Technical Descriptions

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DOT Tire Quality Grading

. 329

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Emissions Control Systems

. 332

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Oxygenated Fuels

. 331

Three Way Catalytic

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Converter

. 335

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Temperature Gauge

. 59

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Tether Attachment Points

. 37

Three Way Catalytic Converter . 335

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Time, Setting the

. 101

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Timing Belt

. 267

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Tire Chains

. 273

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Tire, How to Change a Flat

. 297

Index

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Summary of Contents for Accord 2001

Page 1: ...n 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 keep in mind that your Honda dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Honda Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer ...

Page 2: ...ant 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 possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your car You must use your own good judgement on the car how to use this car correctly and safely A Few Words Abou...

Page 3: ...g and protecting your car Also some things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs What gasoline to use how to break in your new car and how to load luggage and other cargo How to operate the heating and air conditioning system and the audio system Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge and how to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column Important in...

Page 4: ...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 SE E H HA AN ND DL LE E F FU UE EL L F FI IL LL L D DO OO OR R P P 8 80 0 1 17 78 8 P P 1 18 80 0 P P 1 12 25 5 P P 1 11 10 0 P P 1 10 02 2 P P 1 10 00 0 P P 7 75 5 P P 9 97 7 00 05 22 09 46 23 31S84630_...

Page 5: ...G 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 GH HT TS S T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL LS S P P 6 66 6 P P 6 64 4 6 65 5 6 66 6 P P 6 63 3 P P 6 68 8 T TR RA AC CT TI IO ON N C CO ON NT TR RO OL L S SY YS ST TE EM M P P 2 20 06 6 P P 6 62 2 6 64 4 P P 6 67 7 P P 7 70 0 P P 6 61 1 P P 6 68 8 P P 6 66 6 P P 9 98 8 R RE ...

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Page 7: ...Must Be Restrained 19 Children Should Sit in the Back Seat 20 The Passenger s Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children 20 If You Must Drive with Several Children 22 If a Child Requires Close Attention 23 Additional Safety Precautions 23 General Guidelines for Using Child Seats 24 Protecting Infants 28 Protecting Small Children 31 Protecting Larger Children 34 Using Child Seats with Tethers 37 ...

Page 8: ...res 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 this page are the ones we consider to be the most important A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions Airbags supplement seat belts but airbags are designed to inflate only in a m...

Page 9: ...uries if they are not used properly Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash Driver and Passenger Safety always wear your seat belts properly 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 1 S Sa af fe et ty y C Ca ag ge e 2 2 C Cr ru us sh h Z Zo on ne es s 3 3 S Se ea at ts s S Se ea at t B Ba ac ...

Page 10: ...u can take advantage of the car s built in safety features When properly worn seat belts Help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the vehicle and against other occupants Keep you from being thrown out of the vehicle Help keep you in a good position should the airbags ever deploy A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantag...

Page 11: ...uries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly They are designed to supplement the seat belts Your car also has side airbags to help protect the upper torso of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact The most important things you need to know about your airbags are All V6 models and 4 cylinder EX model are standard and DX LX models are optio...

Page 12: ...ad should rest against the center of the head restraint Your car s seats are designed to keep you in a comfortable upright position so you can take full advantage of the protection offered by seat belts and the energy absorbing materials in the seats Move the front seats as far back as possible and keep adjustable seat backs in an upright position whenever the car is moving Keeping your doors lock...

Page 13: ...t 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 deploy All cargo is properly stored or secured see page All doors are closed and locked see page Head restraints are properly adjusted see page Seat backs are upright see page Front seat occupants are si...

Page 14: ...y locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and accidentally fall out It also reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the car during a crash For security locked doors can prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop See page for how to lock the doors Any driver who sits too close to th...

Page 15: ... your front seat passenger moves the seat as far to the rear as possible Adjust the driver s seat back to a comfortable upright position leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel If you sit too close to the steering wheel you could be injured if the front airbag inflates A front passenger should also adjust the seat back to an upright position ...

Page 16: ... whiplash and other crash injuries Reclining a seat back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests 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 reclined the greater the risk of injury 88 92 Driver and Passenger Safety Protecting Adults F...

Page 17: ... bones in your upper body If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height To adjust the height of a front seat belt anchor squeeze the two release buttons and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions This could cause very serious injuries in a crash Driver and Passenger Safety Protect...

Page 18: ...da dealer check the belt as soon as possible Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased Pointing the steering wheel toward your chest provides optimal protection from the airbag In addition ...

Page 19: ...nant woman should always wear a seat belt whenever she drives or 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 child that can be caused by a crash or an inflating airbag Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Driver and Passenger Safety 17 Sittin...

Page 20: ...flate 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 injured if the front airbags inflate If a side airbag inflates a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone Protecting Adults Driver ...

Page 21: ...y not 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 34 24 properly Driver and Passenger Safety Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat A larger child should always b...

Page 22: ...the back seat children are less likely to be injured by striking hard interior parts during a collision or hard braking Also children cannot be injured by an inflating airbag when they ride in the back Front airbags have been designed to help protect adults in a moderate to severe frontal collision To do this the passenger s front airbag is quite large and it inflates with tremendous speed If the ...

Page 23: ...front 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 the instructions on these labels 34 Small Children Placing a forward facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped with a passenger s front airbag can be hazardous Larger Children Childre...

Page 24: ... 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 possible see page Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat see page Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured see page 34 12 16 14 Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Sa...

Page 25: ... falling 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 illegal in most states and Canadian provinces and can be very hazardous For example infants and small children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke And children left alone with...

Page 26: ...iance on 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 see page and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors turn on the ignition and open the trunk which can lead to accidental ...

Page 27: ...g child seat and who can sit up without support should be restrained in a forward facing child seat See page for additional information on protecting small children However Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in your car Your car has lower anchorages installed for use with Child Restraint Anchorage System comp...

Page 28: ... child 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 seriously injure the child If a small child must ride in the front follow the instructions provided in this section Recommended positions Properly secure a rear facing child seat see page Recom...

Page 29: ...be thrown out of the seat in a crash and be seriously injured 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 be firmly secured in the desired seating position However a child seat does not need to be rock solid In some vehicles or seating positions it may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move...

Page 30: ...the 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 sit in the back seat with the baby If placed facing forward an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision Protecting Infants Child Seat Type Rear Facing Child Seat Placement Ne...

Page 31: ...he seat back in the desired upright position see page In either case we recommend that you place the child seat directly behind the front passenger seat move the front seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller child seat that allows you to safely carry a front passenger The lap shoulder belts in the back seats have a locking mechanism that must be activ...

Page 32: ...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 To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child ...

Page 33: ... 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 recommend that another adult sit in the back seat with the child Of the different seats available we recommend those that have a five point harness system as shown A child who can sit up without support and...

Page 34: ... seat 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 seat designed to attach to the vehicle s lower anchorages follow the instructions on page 39 1 Child Seat Installation Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety 32 Improperly placing a forw...

Page 35: ...ove any slack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight the child seat will not be secure It may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up on the belt Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not ...

Page 36: ... 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 belt rests over the child s collarbone and against the center of the chest as shown the child is large enough to wear the seat belt 15 Checking Seat Belt Fit Protecting Children Driver and Passenger...

Page 37: ...hat 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 capability of the seat belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash If they do they could be very seriously injured in a crash Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety Using a Booster Sea...

Page 38: ...d 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 safely ride in the front there are other important factors you should consider In addition the passenger s front airbag poses serious risks to children If the seat is too far forward or the child s h...

Page 39: ...raight 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 anchorage points under the rear window for securing a tether style child seat to the car Since a tether can provide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available C...

Page 40: ...ay of a secure connection between the child seat and the anchorage Your car is equipped with lower anchorages at the outer rear seats These anchorages are located between the seat back and seat bottom and are only to be used with a child seat designed to attach to the lower anchorages The exact location of each anchor is marked with a small circle above the lower anchor point 1 2 Protecting Childr...

Page 41: ...adjusting or tightening the fit Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according 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 3 4 5 6 Protecting Children Driver and Passenger Safety 39 F Fl le ex xi ib bl le e t ty yp pe e...

Page 42: ... this type of seat belt All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar After exiting the car be sure the belt is out of the way and wil...

Page 43: ...If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out the locking mechanism will activate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely The SRS indicator light will come on if there is a problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners see page 14 45 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Driver and Passenger Safety Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners 41 00 05 22 0...

Page 44: ...you should have your dealer inspect the belt and replace it if necessary 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 replace them if needed Automatic seat belt tensioners that deployed during a crash must be replaced For information on how to clean your seat belts see page 294 ...

Page 45: ...power in case your car s electrical 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 and records information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators and driver and passenger seat belt use when the ignition is ON II Sensors that can ...

Page 46: ...s 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 supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal Since both airbags use the same sensors both airbags normally inflate at the same time However it is possible for only one airbag to inf...

Page 47: ...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 up briefly then go out This tells you that the system is working properly The purpose of the SRS indicator light is to alert you to a potential problem with your front airbags On cars with side airbags this li...

Page 48: ...ou 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 Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in the front this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child s head is in the side airbag deployment path ...

Page 49: ...de 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 properly When you turn the ignition ON II the indicator should light briefly and go out see page If it doesn t light stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have the s...

Page 50: ...ke your car to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop 187 Airbag Service Additional Safety Prec...

Page 51: ...he 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 unconfined area with the engine running adjust the heating and cooling system as follows With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you ...

Page 52: ...e 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 Passenger Safety 50 HOOD RADIATOR CAP DASH BOARD SUN VISOR 00 05 22 09 54 54 31S84630_053 ...

Page 53: ...1 Keys 71 Immobilizer System 72 Ignition Switch 73 Door Locks 74 Power Door Locks 75 Remote Transmitter 76 Childproof Door Locks 80 Trunk 80 Inside Trunk Opener 82 Glove Box 82 83 Seat Adjustments 88 Front Seat Adjustments 88 Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment 89 Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment 89 Driver s Seat Full Power Adjustments 90 Driver s Lumbar Support 91 Front Passenger s Seat A...

Page 54: ...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 LE EA AS SE E H HA AN ND DL LE E F FU UE EL L F FI IL LL L D DO OO OR R P P 8 80 0 1 17 78 8 P P 1 18 80 0 P P 1 12 25 5 P P 1 11 10 0 P P 1 10 02 2 P P 1 10 00 0 P P 7 75 5 P P 9 97 7 00 05 22 09 55 0...

Page 55: ...IR RB BA AG G I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R A AN NT TI I L LO OC CK 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 N C CO ON NT TR RO OL L S SY YS ST TE EM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO...

Page 56: ... you turn the ignition 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 belt the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the igniti...

Page 57: ...or complete information see 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 see page See page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON II It is a reminder to check the parking brake Driving with the parking brake not fully release...

Page 58: ...t 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 switch ON II This indicator has three functions It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the Traction Control System It flashes when the TCS is regulating wheelspin If it comes on and stays ...

Page 59: ...parking 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 page for information on the headlight controls On Canadian models this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights DRL are on see page This lights when you set the cruis...

Page 60: ...lometers 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 kilometers indicated U S Models Canadian Models Speedometer Odometer Tachometer Gauges Instruments and Controls 58 S SP PE EE ED DO OM ME ET TE ER R M MA AI IN NT TE EN NA AN NC CE E R RE EQ QU UI IR RE ED D I...

Page 61: ...y 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 engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge In severe driving conditions such as very hot weather or a long period of u...

Page 62: ...on as a constant reminder Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled 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 then turn the ignition switch ON II Hold the buttons for about ten sec onds until the indicator resets This ind...

Page 63: ...L 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 ES SS S W WI IN ND DS SH HI IE EL LD D W WI IP PE ER RS S W WA AS SH HE ER RS S T TI IL LT T A AD DJ JU US ST TM ME EN NT T H HA AZ ZA AR RD D W WA AR RN NI IN NG G L LI IG GH HT TS S C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL LS S H HO OR RN N R RE EA AR R W WI IN ND DO OW W D DE EF F...

Page 64: ...lightly 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 on the left lever controls the lights Turning this switch to the position turns on the parking lights taillights instrument panel lights side marker lights and rear license plate lights Turning the s...

Page 65: ...e headlight switch off the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON II and release the parking brake They remain on until you turn the ignition off even if you set the parking brake The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or position remove the...

Page 66: ...a 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 wipers and washers The rotary switch at the end of the lever has three positions INT intermittent low speed high speed Turn Signals Windshield Wipers Instruments and Controls Controls Near the Steerin...

Page 67: ...ver This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield In intermittent the wipers operate every few seconds The sweep interval will change slightly with speed getting shorter as you drive faster In low speed and high speed the wipers run continuously You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch On all models except DX Controls Near t...

Page 68: ...not turn it off the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 minutes It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition You have to turn it on again when you restart the car Push the button to the left of the clock to turn on the hazard warning lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if ...

Page 69: ...ur 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 or downward Push the lever under the steering column all the way down 1 2 3 4 See page for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel 16 Controls Near the Steering...

Page 70: ...ht Accelerate 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 activated 1 2 3 Except for DX model in the U S Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control 68 C CR RU UI IS SE E C CO ON NT TR RO OL L M MA AS ST...

Page 71: ...own a hill use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed This will cancel the cruise control To resume the set speed press the RESUME accel button The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on Press and hold the RESUME accel button The car will acceler ate When you reach the desired cruising speed release the button To slow down in very small amounts tap the SET decel button repeate...

Page 72: ...en press and release the RESUME accel button The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory To use the system again refer to These buttons let you control some functions of the audio system with out removing your hands from the...

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 models also come with two remote transmitters see page for an explanation of their operation The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks You can keep the trunk trunk release handle tr...

Page 74: ...and 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 indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON II to ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key contact your Honda dealer Thi...

Page 75: ...emove 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 The anti theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key CONTINUED Ignition Switch LOCK 0 Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls 73 Removing the key from the ignition switch while drivi...

Page 76: ... the ignition 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 ignition switch in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position and open the driver s door Remove the key to turn off the beeper The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key s ...

Page 77: ...tch down to lock all doors and up to unlock them To lock any passenger s door when getting out of the car push the lock tab down and close the door To lock the driver s door pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab down Release the handle then close the door To lock any passenger s door when getting out of the car push the lock tab in and close the door To lock the driver s door pull the...

Page 78: ...second time The parking lights side marker lights and taillights flash twice You can lock and unlock your car with the remote transmitter When you push the LOCK button all doors lock The parking lights side marker lights and taillights flash once 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 lig...

Page 79: ...witch Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car s security system to attract attention When activated the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To activate panic mode press and hold the PANIC button for about two seconds To cancel Panic mode before 30 seconds press any button on the remote transmitter You can also turn the ignition switch to ON II If you...

Page 80: ...y as soon 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 battery pry the two parts of the transmitter apart Keys and Locks Instruments and Controls Replacing the Battery 78 B BA AT TT TE ER RY Y 00 05 22 09 59 57 31S84630_081 ...

Page 81: ...is 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 received including interference that may cause undesired operation This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not c...

Page 82: ...mation 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 release handle to the left of the driver s seat Use the master key to open the trunk lock The valet key does not work in this lock Press the trunk release button on the remote transmitter EX a...

Page 83: ...ty feature your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from inside To open the trunk push the release lever to the left Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature For more information about child safety see page 19 1 2 95 US model only Instruments and Controls Keys and Locks Emergency Trunk Opener 81 M MA AS ST TE ER R K KE EY Y 0...

Page 84: ...ight comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on Instruments and Controls Glove Box Keys and Locks 82 G GL LO OV VE E B BO OX X An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving 00 05 22 10 00 39 31S84630_085 ...

Page 85: ...nected If your garage door opener was manufactured before April 1982 you may not be able to program the HomeLink Universal Transmitter to operate it Garage door openers manufactured before that date do not have a safety feature that causes them to stop and reverse if an obstacle is detected during closing increasing the risk of injury If you have questions call 800 355 3515 The HomeLink Universal ...

Page 86: ... house current Hold the end of the garage door opener remote control 2 to 5 inches from the HomeLink transmitter Make sure you are not blocking your view of the red light in the transmitter Before you can use the HomeLink Universal Transmitter to operate devices around your home it must learn the proper codes For example to train the transmitter to open and close the garage door Press the button o...

Page 87: ...ansmitter button you just trained If the red light blinks for two seconds then stays on you have a rolling code garage door opener You may be able to verify this with the manufacturer s documentation Go to Training With a Rolling Code System Repeat these steps to train the other two transmitter buttons to operate any other remotely controlled devices around your home lighting automatic gate securi...

Page 88: ...me on and stay on You then have approximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps Press and release the button on the HomeLink transmitter The same button you trained with the Training the Transmitter procedure Press and release the HomeLink transmitter button again This should turn off the training light on the garage door opener unit Some systems may require you to press and release the b...

Page 89: ...o train an already programmed transmitter button to operate a new device Select the transmitter button you want to train Press and hold the transmitter button until the red light begins to flash slowly approximately 20 seconds While continuing to hold the transmitter button place the remote control for the device 2 to 5 inches from the HomeLink transmitter Press and hold the button on the remote c...

Page 90: ...nd the 4 cylinder EX model with leather interior have a power adjustable driver s seat The front passenger s seat in all 4 cylinder models and the LX V6 model adjusts manually The 4 cylinder DX LX models have manual seat adjustments see next column The 4 cylinder EX model without leather interior has a power seat bottom height adjustment All other seat adjustments in this model are manual The EX V...

Page 91: ... the rear 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 Make all adjustments before you start driving On LX model On EX model without leather Instruments and Controls Seat Adjustments Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment 89 00 05 22 10 01 55 31S84630_092 ...

Page 92: ...ake 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 short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat backs On all V 6 models and the 4 cylinder EX mod...

Page 93: ...ection 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 support through its full range On EX and EX V 6 models Seat Adjustments Instruments and Controls Driver s Lumbar Support 91 00 05 22 10 02 13 31S84630_094 ...

Page 94: ...straint as high as possible The front head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust the restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down 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 o...

Page 95: ...eased 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 back then release the key To lock the seat back upright push it firmly against the trunk panel Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat CONTINUED Folding Rear Seat Seat Adjustm...

Page 96: ...nt of the rear seat back whenever the seat back is in its upright position Make sure all items in the 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 49 188 On all models except DX Carbon Monoxide Hazard Rear Seat Armrest Carrying Cargo Seat Adjustments Instruments and Controls 94 00 05 2...

Page 97: ...g 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 through the pass through are secured Never drive with this cover open and the trunk lid open See on page 49 Seat Adjustments Instruments and Controls Trunk Pass through Cover Carbon Monoxide Hazard 95 K ...

Page 98: ...leave it set on HI The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on In LO the heater runs continuously It does not cycle with temperature changes Do not use the seat heaters even on the LO setting if the engine is left idling for an extended period They can weaken the battery causing hard starting Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly Select the LO setting when th...

Page 99: ...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 Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it On all models except DX Power Windows Instruments and Controls 97 D DR RI IV VE ER R S S W WI IN ND DO OW W S SW WI IT TC CH H M MA AI IN N S SW W...

Page 100: ...tch must be ON II To open the driver s window fully push the window switch firmly down and release it The window automatically goes all the way down To stop the window from going all the way down pull back on the window switch 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 desire...

Page 101: ... 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 Release the switch when the moonroof gets to the desired position Make sure everyone s hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it CONTINUED Mirrors Moonroof Mirrors Instruments and Co...

Page 102: ...center off position 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 armrest 3 4 1 2 On all models except DX Instruments and Controls Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors 100 A AD DJ JU US ST TM ME EN NT T S SW WI IT TC CH H S SE EL LE EC CT TO OR R S SW WI IT...

Page 103: ...y push the button and lower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running see page 55 On all Canadian models except DX model Instruments and Controls Mirrors Parking Brake Parking Brake 101 P PA AR RK KI IN NG G B BR RA AK KE E L LE EV VE ER R H HE EA AT TE ED D M MI IR RR RO OR R B BU UT TT TO ON N Driving ...

Page 104: ...sired 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 half hour pressing R sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 00 1 2 Digital Clock Instruments and Controls 102 R R M M H H...

Page 105: ...on 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 Controls Console Compartment Coin Box Console Compartment Coin Box 103 L LE EV VE ER R C CO ON NS SO OL LE E C CO OM MP PA AR RT TM ME EN NT T L LE EV VE ER R C CO OI IN N B BO OX X 00 05 22 10 04 09 31...

Page 106: ...l when you are 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 rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest To use it pivot the armrest down On all models except DX model Beverage Holder Instruments and Controls 104 P Pu us sh h 00 05 22 ...

Page 107: ...e DX model have lighted vanity mirrors The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on positions To use a vanity mirror on the back 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 Instruments and Controls Sun Visor Vanity ...

Page 108: ...he accessory 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 latches Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving On all models except DX Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power Socket Instruments and Controls Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power So...

Page 109: ...e center position also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter see page The light fades out after both doors are closed The light goes out when all doors are closed After all doors are closed tightly the light dims slightly then fades out in about 10 seconds In the ON position the ceiling light stays on continuously 74 On all models except DX EX EX V6 DX LX LX V6 Interior Lig...

Page 110: ...n switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed On all models except DX Instruments and Controls Courtesy Lights Interior Lights 108 I IG GN NI IT TI IO ON N S SW WI IT TC CH H L LI IG GH HT T D DO OO OR R L LI IG GH HT T 00 05 22 10 04 55 31S84630_111 ...

Page 111: ...ing the Optional CD Changer 133 Protecting Compact Discs 135 CD Changer Error Indications 136 Audio System LX and LX V6 137 Operating the Radio 137 Adjusting the Sound 141 Operating the CD Player 142 Operating the CD Changer 144 CD player Error Indications 146 CD Changer Error Indications 147 Operating the Cassette Player 148 Tape Search Functions 150 Caring for the Cassette Player 151 Audio Syste...

Page 112: ... increases the fan s speed which increases air flow If your car 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 your car Please contact your dealer for more information 66 Except EX V6 model Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling Air ...

Page 113: ...r 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 at the base of the windshield When you select or the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A C Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features Mode Buttons 111 00 05 2...

Page 114: ...e 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 them Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features Vent Controls 112 C CE EN NT TE ER R V VE EN NT T P PA AS SS SE EN NG GE ER R S S S SI ID DE E V VE EN NT T D DR RI IV VE ER R S S S SI ID DE...

Page 115: ...air 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 Recirculation mode particularly with the A C off can cause the windows to fog up Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions then switch back to Fresh Air mode ...

Page 116: ...s 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 desired speed Start the engine Turn on the A C by pressing the button Make sure the tempera ture control dial is set to maximum cool Set the fan to maximum speed Open the windows partially Select and...

Page 117: ...nditioning 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 switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A C Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm Turn on the rear window defogger to help clear the rear window When...

Page 118: ...ntrols 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 fogging the windows These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faste...

Page 119: ...aws 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 running On the driver s side vent move the vent up and down and move the tab side to side On the passenger s side vent move the tab up and down and move the vent side to side The side vents can be opene...

Page 120: ...Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 118 P PA AS SS SE EN NG GE ER R S S S SI ID DE E V VE EN NT T 00 05 22 10 06 37 31S84630_121 ...

Page 121: ...mperature 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 To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully automatic mode press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial You wil...

Page 122: ... 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 comfortable setting Semi automatic Operation Air Conditioning A C Button Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 120 R RE EC CI IR RC CU UL LA AT TI IO ON N B BU UT TT TO ON N T TE EM MP PE ER ...

Page 123: ...eases 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 the system again Recircula tion mode When the indicator is off air is brought in from outside the car Fresh Air mode You can for example manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving thro...

Page 124: ...ain 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 Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 122 00 05 22 10 07 14 31S84630_125 ...

Page 125: ...omatically 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 This button turns the rear window defogger on and off see page 66 Rear Window Defogger Button Climate Control System Comfort and Convenience Features 123 R RE EA AR R W WI IN ND DO OW W D DE EF FO OG GG...

Page 126: ...re 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 124 T TE EM MP PE ER RA AT TU UR RE E S SE EN NS SO OR R S SU UN NL LI IG GH HT T S SE EN NS SO OR R 00 05 22 10 07 29 31S84630_127 ...

Page 127: ...ion automatic sensing of chromium dioxide CrO tape and autoreverse for continuous play Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 2 For DX model Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features AM FM Cassette Stereo Audio System 125 00 05 22 10 07 36 31S84630_1...

Page 128: ...l 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 station with a strong signal The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II to operate the audio system Turn the system on by pushing the PWR VOL knob Adjust the volume by turning the PWR VOL knob Th...

Page 129: ...ion 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 press the SCAN button again Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features SCAN 127 A AM M F FM M B BU UT TT TO ON N S SC CA AN N B BU UT TT TO ON N T TU UN NE E B BA AR R P PW WR R V VO OL L K KN NO ...

Page 130: ...ncy is stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it The preset frequencies will be lost if your car s battery goes dead is disconnected or the radio fuse is removed 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 1 2 3 4 Audio System Comfort and C...

Page 131: ...cidentally 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 the knob to adjust the treble level Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it To adjust the Bass level push on the BASS FADER control knob to g...

Page 132: ...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 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 forward or rewind it automatically stops that fun...

Page 133: ... 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 131 F FF F B BU UT TT TO ON N E EJ JE EC CT T B BU UT TT TO ON N R RE EW W B BU UT TT TO ON N P PL LA AY Y B BU UT TT TO ON N D DO OL LB BY Y B BU UT TT TO ON N S SK KI IP P B BU UT TT TO ON N C CA AS SS SE ET TT TE E S SL LO OT T P PR RO ...

Page 134: ...vel between selections or a silent period in the middle of a selection 151 Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Caring for Cassettes 132 T TA AP PE E D DI IR RE EC CT TI IO ON N I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R S SK KI IP P B BU UT TT TO ON N E EJ JE EC CT T B BU UT TT TO ON N C CA AS SS SE ET TT TE E S SL LO OT T R RE EW W B BU UT TT TO ON N R RP PT T B BU UT TT TO ON N F FF F B BU UT TT TO O...

Page 135: ...tion 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 cause other problems Operating the Optional CD Changer Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 133 R RA AN ND DO OM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R T TA AP PE E C CD D B BU UT TT TO ON N A AM M F F...

Page 136: ... RDM in the display The system will then select and play tracks randomly on the current disc When all tracks on that disc have been played the next disc is loaded and played randomly This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing RPT again To operate the CD changer or player the ignition must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II and the audio system must be on Press the CD button until CD appea...

Page 137: ...dle 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 it back on 171 Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Protecting Compact Discs 135 P PR RE ES SE ET T B BU UT TT TO ON NS S R RA AN ND DO OM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R R RE EP PE EA AT T I I...

Page 138: ...de 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 magazine cannot be pulled out consult your Honda dealer Press the magazine eject button If the maga zine does not eject consult your Honda dealer Press the magazine eject button and insert an empty magazin...

Page 139: ...uency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed To change bands press the AM or FM button On the FM band ST will be displayed if the station is broad casting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II to operate the audio system Turn the system on by pushing the PWR VOL knob Adjust the volume by turning the same knob 174 CONTINUED F...

Page 140: ...al To activate it press and release the top or bottom of the SEEK bar Depending on which part of the bar you press the system scans upward or downward 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 activate it press the SCAN button then release it The system will scan up the ban...

Page 141: ...removed 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 or SCAN function to tune the radio to a desired station 1 2 3 4 Preset Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 139 A AM M F FM M B BU UT TT TO ON N S ST TE ER RE EO O I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR ...

Page 142: ... looking for stations with strong signals It stores the frequencies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored you can store other frequencies in the preset buttons Use the TUNE SEEK or SCAN function to find the desired frequencies then store them in the selected...

Page 143: ...g the TUNE knob The level number on the display shows you the range Use these modes to adjust the tone to your liking Select TRE or BAS by pressing the TUNE knob Adjust the desired mode by turning the TUNE knob The level number on the display shows you the range The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about five seconds after you stop adjusting a mode with the T...

Page 144: ...me controls used for the radio You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il lumination of the audio system see page The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on even if the radio is turned off 62 Operating the CD Player Audio System Lighting Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 142 C CD D S SL LO OT T A AM M F FM M B BU UT TT TO ON N P PW WR R V...

Page 145: ... to move forward You will see CUE in the display Press the side to move backward You will see REW displayed Release the bar when the system reaches the point you want Each time you press and release the side of the SEEK SKIP bar the system skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press the side to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the beginning o...

Page 146: ...nger with the same controls used for the in dash CD player Load the desired CDs in the magazine and load the magazine in the changer according to the instructions that came with the unit Play only standard round discs Odd shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems To select the CD changer press the CD button The disc and track numbers will be displayed To select a different disc press...

Page 147: ... the changer again press the CD button Play will begin where it left off Use the CD button to switch between the player and the changer If you eject the in dash CD while it is playing the system will automatically switch to the CD changer and begin play where it left off If there are no CDs in the changer the display will flash You will have to select another mode AM or FM with the FM or AM button...

Page 148: ... 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 be pulled out or the error indication does not disappear after the disc is ejected see your Honda dealer Do not try to force the disc out of the player Will disappear when the temperature returns to...

Page 149: ...l 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 button and pull 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 Will disappear when...

Page 150: ...oise 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 Player Optional Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 148 N NR R B BU UT TT TO ON N R RE EP PE EA AT T B BU UT TT TO ON N F FF F B BU UT TT TO ON N P PL LA AY Y P PR RO OG G B BU UT TT TO ON ...

Page 151: ...PLAY button To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing press the AM FM or CD button To change back to the cassette player push the CD button Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction turn it off by pressing the NR button Dolby remains off until you turn it on by pressing the button again When the system re...

Page 152: ...ng you can use the FF REW SKIP or REPEAT function to find a desired program The skip function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage To activate SKIP press the SEEK SKIP bar Press the side to advance to the beginning of the next song or passage or the side to return to the beginning of the current song or passage FF or REW will flash in the display as the tape moves When the system ...

Page 153: ...ur satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections a high noise level between selections or a silent period in the middle of a selection The cassette player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape This contami nation builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade To prevent this you should clean the player after every 30 hours of use Your dealer has a cleaning kit available I...

Page 154: ...eeling off remove it from the cassette or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place cassettes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight high heat or high humidity If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat or cold let it ...

Page 155: ... automatic sensing of chromium dioxide CrO tape and autoreverse 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 165 174 Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo ration DOLBY and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborato...

Page 156: ...Preset buttons The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal To activate it press either SEEK button or then release it Depending on which SEEK button you press the system scans upward or downward 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 activate i...

Page 157: ...lect the desired band AM or FM FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button To store a frequency 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 1 2 3 4 CONTINUED Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Preset 155 P PW WR R V VO OL L K KN NO OB B...

Page 158: ...es 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 frequencies you originally set 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 stations with stro...

Page 159: ... the range These two modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker BAL adjusts the side to side strength while FAD adjusts the front to back strength Select BAL or FAD by pressing the TUNE knob Adjust the Balance or Fader to your liking by turning the TUNE knob The level indicators on the display show you the range The system will automatically return the display to the selected ...

Page 160: ...ter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens Eventually the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station s signal Driving very near the transmit...

Page 161: ...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 Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible f...

Page 162: ...Dolby remains off until you turn it on by pressing the button again When the system reaches the end of the tape it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side If you want to remove the cassette from the drive press the EJECT button You can remove the cassette with the ignition switch in any position even if the audio system is turned off If you turn the system off while a tape is ...

Page 163: ...direction and begins to play Tape Search Functions FF REW Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features 161 D DO OL LB BY Y I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R T TA AP PE E D DI IR RE EC CT TI IO ON N I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R T TA AP PE E E EJ JE EC CT T B BU UT TT TO ON N D DO OL LB BY Y B BU UT TT TO ON N F FF F B BU UT TT TO ON N T TA AP PE E B BU UT TT TO ON N R RE EW W B BU UT TT TO ON N C CA AS S...

Page 164: ...ashing 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 passage press either of the SKIP buttons or Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features SKIP 162 S SK KI IP P B BU UT TT TO ON NS S R RE EP PE EA AT T I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R F FF F B BU UT TT TO ON...

Page 165: ...t will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again Pressing the REW or FF button or either of the SKIP buttons also turns off REPEAT 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 satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections a high noise level betwee...

Page 166: ...e cassette or it could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture Never place cassettes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight high heat or high humidity If a cassette is exposed to extreme heat or cold let it reach a moderate temperature...

Page 167: ...lds up to six discs providing several hours of continuous entertainment You operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player Audio System Comfort and Convenience Features Operating the CD Changer 165 S SK KI IP P B BU UT TT TO ON NS S R RE EP PE EA AT T B BU UT TT TO ON N L LO OA AD D B BU UT TT TO ON N C CD D E EJ JE EC CT T B BU UT TT TO ON N P PW WR R V VO O...

Page 168: ... all six positions are filled and you do not press the Load button the system will wait for ten seconds then stop the load operation and begin playing the last CD loaded To load a single CD Press and release the Load button When the CD Loaded indicator for an empty position starts to blink and you see LOAd in the display insert the disc into the CD slot Insert it only about halfway the drive will ...

Page 169: ...e CD Loaded indicator 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 Convenience Features 167 L LO OA AD D B BU UT TT TO ON N C CD D S SL LO OT T C CD D L LO OA AD DE ED D I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R A AM M B BU UT TT TO ON N F FM M B BU UT TT TO ON ...

Page 170: ...ff the 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 RDM in the display The system will then select and play tracks randomly This continues until you deactivate Random Play by pressing the RDM button again or you select a different CD with a prese...

Page 171: ...th the 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 169 P PR RE ES SE ET T B BU UT TT TO ON NS S R RP PT T B BU UT TT TO ON N R RD DM M I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R P PW WR R V VO OL L K KN NO OB B C CD D B BU UT TT TO ON N A AM M B BU UT TT TO ON N F FM M B BU UT TT TO ON N R RD DM M B BU UT TT TO ON...

Page 172: ...er If the changer is empty the system selects the previous mode AM FM or Tape If you do not remove the disc from the slot the system will reload the disc after ten seconds and begin playing it To remove a different CD from the changer first select it with the appropriate preset button When that CD begins playing press the Eject button Removing CDs from the Changer Comfort and Convenience Features ...

Page 173: ...n To clean a disc use a clean soft 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 direct sunlight and extreme heat Handle a CD by its edges never touch either surface Contamination from fingerprints liquids felt tip pens and labels can cause the CD t...

Page 174: ...rror 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 and pull out the CDs check for error indication Insert the CD again If the code does not disappear or the CD cannot be pulled out consult your Honda dealer Insert CD FOCUS Error Mechanical Error No CD in the CD changer Audio System Comfort and Conve...

Page 175: ... 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 The system fast forwards until it senses a silent period then goes back to PLAY If you are playing a CD the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you push the AUDIO CH button You will see the disc...

Page 176: ...tempts you must then leave the system on for one hour before trying again Your car s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason To make it work again the user must enter a specific five digit code in the Preset buttons Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from five digits making the system work without knowing the exact code is...

Page 177: ...k release 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 see if the doors and trunk are fully closed Since it is not part of the monitor display manually check the hood The security system helps to protect your car and valuables from theft The horn sounds ...

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Page 179: ... you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 178 Gasoline 178 Service Station Procedures 178 Filling the Fuel Tank 178 Opening the Hood 180 Oil Check 182 Engine Coolant Check 184 Fuel Economy 185 Vehicle Condition 185 Driving Habits 185 Accessories and Modifications 186 Carrying Cargo 188 Before Driving Before Driving 177 00 ...

Page 180: ... 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 called MMT If you use such gasolines your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel may turn on If this happens contact your authorize...

Page 181: ... several times If you do not properly tighten the cap the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes 3 4 5 6 311 Service Station Procedures Before Driving 179 F FU UE EL L F FI IL LL ...

Page 182: ...hand 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 handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated see page 1 2 256 Opening the Hood Service Station Procedures Before Driving 180 H HO OO OD D R RE EL L...

Page 183: ...osing 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 insert the end into the hole on the front of the hood around the center 3 3 6 cylinder models 4 cylinder models Before Driving Service Station Procedures 181 S SU UP PP PO OR RT T R RO OD D 00 05 22 10 15...

Page 184: ...e 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 Check 182 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s D DI IP PS ST TI IC CK K 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s D DI IP PS ST TI IC CK K 00 05 22 10 16 03 31S84630_185 ...

Page 185: ...n its tube Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 2 Service Station Procedures Before Driving 183 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 el ls s 00 05 22 10 16 11 31S84630_186 ...

Page 186: ...between the upper and lower marks If it is near or below the lower mark see on page 4 234 239 231 Service Station Procedures Before Driving Owner Maintenance Checks Adding Engine Coolant Adding Oil Engine Coolant Check 184 M MA AX X M MI IN N 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 el ls s R RE ES SE ER RV VE E T TA AN NK K M MA AX X M MI IN N R RE E...

Page 187: ... 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 schedule This will keep it in top operating condition Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a constant speed Every time you slow down and speed up your car uses extra fuel Use the cruise con...

Page 188: ...ctory specifications and could adversely affect your car s handling and stability See Modifications on the page for additional information However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed your car s electrical system capacity they can interfere with the operation of your car or even cause the airbags to deploy Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights or interfere wit...

Page 189: ...he 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 proper operation of the airbags Or if the airbags inflate the objects could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone If a side airbag inflates a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near t...

Page 190: ...eas 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 sure to read the following pages Carrying Cargo Before Driving 188 F FR RO ON NT T D DO OO OR R P PO OC CK KE ET T C CO ON NS SO OL LE E C CO OM MP PA AR RT TM ME EN NT T G GL LO OV VE E B BO OX X S ...

Page 191: ...iler 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 you can carry The maximum load for your car is 850 lbs 395 kg Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf They can block your view and be thrown around the car during a crash Subtract the total from ...

Page 192: ...ems 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 from closing the trunk lid exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility of follow the instructions on page 49 Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on a Roof Rack carbon monoxide poiso...

Page 193: ... Altitude 194 5 speed Manual Transmission 195 Recommended Shift Points 196 Engine Speed Limiter 196 Automatic Transmission 196 Shift Lever Position Indicator 197 Shift Lever Positions 197 Engine Speed Limiter 200 Shift Lock Release 200 Parking 202 The Braking System 203 Brake Wear Indicators 203 Brake System Design 204 Anti lock Brakes 204 Important Safety Reminders 205 ABS Indicator 205 Traction ...

Page 194: ...ngers 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 instrument panel see page Check that any items you may be carrying with you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely Visually check the tires If a tire looks low use a gauge to check its pr...

Page 195: ... 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 position If the engine does not start right away do not hold the key in START III for more than 15 seconds at a time Pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again If the engine does not start within ...

Page 196: ...y 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 start in step 2 push the accelerator pedal to the floor and hold it there while you try to start the engine for no more than 15 seconds If the engine does not start return to step 2 1 2 3 Driving Start...

Page 197: ...efore 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 lockout so you cannot shift directly from Fifth to Reverse When shifting up or down make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way shift to the next gear and let the pedal up gradually When you are n...

Page 198: ...th 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 speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer contr...

Page 199: ...ch 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 as soon as possible 4 3 To shift from P to R R to P N to R D to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D D to D D to N D to D N to D R to N Do this Press the brake pedal and press the release button Press the release ...

Page 200: ...utral 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 Lock Release on page You must also press the release button to shift into Park To avoid transmission damage come to a complete stop before shifting into Park The shift lever must be in Park before you...

Page 201: ...n 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 shift lever With the lever in this position the transmission locks in First gear By upshifting and downshifting through 1 2 D and D you can operate this transmission much like a manual transmission w...

Page 202: ...meter 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 zone Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift Lock Release slot cover next to the shift lever Use a small flat tipped screwdriver or small metal plate neither are included in the tool kit to remove the co...

Page 203: ... 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 the cover is on the left side Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine 5 6 Automatic Transmission Driving 201 00 05 22 10 19 07 31S84630_204 ...

Page 204: ...icator 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 if it is parked on an incline If your car has an automatic transmission set the parking brake before you put the transmission in Park This keeps the car from moving and putting pressure on the park...

Page 205: ...down 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 after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Since a longer distance is needed to stop with wet brakes be...

Page 206: ...h circuit works diagonally 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 LX with ABS EX and all V6 models have an Anti lock Brake System ABS as standard equipment It is optional on other models ABS helps to prevent the wheels from locking up and skidding during hard braking allowi...

Page 207: ...r vehicles The ABS is self checking If anything goes 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 anti lock providing normal stopping ability You should have the dealer inspect your car as soon as possible 55 Important Safety Reminders ABS Indicator AB...

Page 208: ...as turned off After the brakes have cooled down usually for about 10 minutes the TCS will turn back on and the indicator will turn off Driving with TCS requires no special skills or technique The TCS does not control your vehicle s whole braking system and cannot prevent skidding if you enter a corner too fast It is still your responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient ...

Page 209: ... 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 the TCS It flashes when the TCS is regulating wheelspin If the system s diagnostics senses a problem in the TCS the indica tor will come on and stay on If the br...

Page 210: ...ndicates 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 engine and watch the TCS indicator If the indicator remains on or comes back on while driving have the TCS inspected by your Honda dealer You can still drive the vehicle without TCS 54 205 ABS Indicat...

Page 211: ...ontrol in wet weather Be extra cautious for the first few miles kilometers of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions This is especially true in snow A person can forget some snow driving techniques during the summer months Practice is needed to relearn those skills Rain fog and snow conditions require a different driving technique because of reduced traction and visibility Ke...

Page 212: ...ature 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 frequently Keep the wind shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid Have the windshield wiper blades replaced if they start to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped Use the defrosters and a...

Page 213: ...10 percent of the trailer weight Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway Too much tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control The total weight of the trailer and everything loaded in it must not exceed 1 000 lbs 450 kg Towing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle s handling and performance It can also damage the engine and dri...

Page 214: ...e total weight of the vehicle all occupants all cargo and the tongue load must not exceed DX LX 2 180 lbs 990 kg on the front axle 1 920 lbs 870 kg on the rear axle EX 2 205 lbs 1000 kg on the front axle 1 940 lbs 880 kg on the rear axle DX LX 4 035 lbs 1 830 kg EX 4 080 lbs 1 850 kg 4 255 lbs 1 930 kg 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models 2 315 lbs 1 050 kg on the front axle 1 960 lbs 890 kg on the...

Page 215: ...wn electric or surge type brakes If you choose electric brakes be sure they are electronically actuated Do not attempt to tap into your vehicle s hydraulic system No matter how successful it may seem any attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle s hydraulic system will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard Always use safety chains Make sure they are secured to both the t...

Page 216: ...have a qualified mechanic install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer Trailer Lights Towing a Trailer Driving 214 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 HT T G GR RE EE EN N B BL LA AC CK K L LE EF FT T T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL L G GR RE EE EN N B BL LU UE E R RI IG GH HT T T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL L G GR RE EE EN N Y YE EL LL LO OW W T TA ...

Page 217: ...spare 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 system are in good operating condition All weights and loads are within limits see pages and The hitch safety chain and any other attachments are secure All items on and in the trailer are properly s...

Page 218: ...on 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 normal in all driving situations and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers If you have an automatic transmission use D position when towing a trailer on level roads D is the proper shi...

Page 219: ...cking 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 when parking including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park automatic or in 1st or Reverse manual Also place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires bottom Handling...

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Page 221: ...ations 232 Engine Oil 234 Adding Oil 234 Recommended Oil 235 Synthetic Oil 235 Additives 235 Changing the Oil and Filter 236 Cooling System 239 Adding Engine Coolant 239 Replacing Engine Coolant 241 Windshield Washers 246 Transmission Fluid 247 Automatic Transmission 247 5 speed Manual Transmission 249 Brake and Clutch Fluid 251 Brake System 251 Clutch System 252 Power Steering 252 Air Cleaner Ele...

Page 222: ... 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 Maintenance Safety Maintenance 220 Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed Always follow the procedures and precautions in th...

Page 223: ...This 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 or explosion be careful when working around gasoline or batteries Use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner not gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the ...

Page 224: ...ss 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 your car regularly over a distance of several miles kilometers Always use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating see page Service your car according to the time and mileage periods on one of th...

Page 225: ...eliability 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 done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Keep all the receipts as proof of completion and have the person who does the work fill out the Mai...

Page 226: ...ce spark plugs Replace timing belt balancer belt and inspect water pump Inspect and adjust drive belts Inspect idle speed Replace engine coolant Replace transmission fluid Inspect front and rear brakes Replace brake fluid Check parking brake adjustment Replace air conditioning filter Rotate tires Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month Tie rod ends steering gear box and boots Su...

Page 227: ...A Do items in A B Do items in A Do items in A B C D Do items in A Replace timing belt balancer belt inspect water pump Inspect valve clearance Check idle speed Replace spark plugs Do items in A B Do items in A Do items in A B C Replace engine coolant Replace manual transmission fluid Replace automatic transmission fluid Replace engine oil Rotate tires follow pattern on page Replace engine oil filt...

Page 228: ...ke hoses and lines including ABS All fluid levels and conditions of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system fuel lines and connections Lights and controls vehicle underbody Every 7 500 miles 12 000 km or 6 months Replace engine oil and oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Clean or replace air cleaner element Use normal schedule except in dusty conditons Inspect valve clearanc...

Page 229: ... 500 mi 12 000 km 11 250 mi 18 000 km 15 000 mi 24 000 km 1 yr 18 750 mi 30 000 km 22 500 mi 36 000 km 26 250 mi 42 000 km 30 000 mi 48 000 km 2 yrs 33 750 mi 54 000 km 37 500 mi 60 000 km 41 250 mi 66 000 km 45 000 mi 72 000 km 3 yrs 48 750 mi 78 000 km 52 500 mi 84 000 km 56 250 mi 90 000 km 60 000 mi 96 000 km 4 yrs 63 750 mi 102 000 km 67 500 mi 108 000 km 71 250 mi 114 000 km 75 000 mi 120 00...

Page 230: ...dent of mileage Do items in A B Do items in A Do items in A B C D E Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace timing belt balancer belt and inspect water pump Inspect valve clearance Check idle speed Clean air cleaner element Replace spark plugs Do items in A B C Do items in A Do items in A B Do items in A Replace timing belt balancer belt and inspect water pump Do items in A B C D Repla...

Page 231: ...ere conditions page Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle 54 000 km 60 000 km or 2 years 66 000 km 72 000 km or 3 years 78 000 km 84 000 km or 3 years 90 000 km 96 000 km or 4 years 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 Signature or dealer stamp mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Date mi km Dat...

Page 232: ...0 km 120 000 km or 5 years 126 000 km 132 000 km or 5 years 138 000 km 144 000 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 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 mi km Date 150 000 km 156 000 km or 6 years 162 000 km 168 000 km or 7 years 174 000 km 18...

Page 233: ... 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 light turn signals brake lights and license plate lights monthly See page Tires Check the tire pressure monthly Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects See page Automatic transmission Check the fl...

Page 234: ...D 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 ge e l lo oo op p C CL LU UT TC CH H F FL LU UI ID D 5 5 s sp pe ee ed d M Ma an nu ua al l T Tr ra an ns sm mi is ss si io on n o on nl ly y G Gr ra ay y c ca ap p W WA AS SH HE ER R F FL LU UI ID ...

Page 235: ... 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 UI ID D D DI IP PS ST TI IC CK K Y Ye el ll lo ow w l lo oo op 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 ge e l lo oo op p R RA AD DI IA AT TO OR R C CA AP P 00 05 22 10 24...

Page 236: ... minutes and recheck the oil level Do not fill above the upper mark you could damage the engine Adding Oil Maintenance Engine Oil 234 E EN NG GI IN NE E O OI IL L F FI IL LL L C CA AP P 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s E EN NG GI IN NE E O OI IL L F FI IL LL L C CA AP P 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s 00 05 22 10 24 30 31S84630_237 ...

Page 237: ...is not available a 5W 30 oil may be used However it should be replaced with 5W 20 at the next oil change You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil it displays the API Certification Seal and it is the proper weight as shown on the chart When using synthetic oil you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance s...

Page 238: ...ing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the car The car should be 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 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off 1 Maintenance Engine Oil Changing the Oil and F...

Page 239: ...new 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 237 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s D DR RA AI IN N B BO OL LT T 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s D DR RA AI IN N B BO OL LT T W WA AS SH HE E...

Page 240: ...e 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 238 O OI IL L F FI IL LT TE ER R 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s 4 6 US qt 4 4 3 9 Imp qt 4 5 US qt 4 3 3 8 Imp qt Improper disposal of engine oil can be harmful to the environment If you change your own oi...

Page 241: ...major brand non silicate coolant as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines However continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible If the reserve tank is completely empty you should a...

Page 242: ...filler neck Add coolant if it is low Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully 3 1 2 4 5 Cooling System Maintenance 240 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 el ls s R RA AD DI IA AT TO OR R C CA AP P R RA AD DI IA AT TO OR R C CA AP P Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out seriously scalding you Al...

Page 243: ...nhibitors or other additives to your car s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine compo nents Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 6 CONTINUED Replacing Engine Coolant Cooling System Maintenance 241 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ...

Page 244: ...n 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 models EX V6 model Except EX V6 model Maintenance Cooling System 242 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 el ls s 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo o...

Page 245: ...e 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 243 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s R RE ES SE ER RV VE E T TA AN NK K R RE ES SE ER RV VE E T TA AN NK K C CA AP P 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s H HO OL LD DE ER R D DR RA AI IN N P...

Page 246: ... 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 Maintenance 244 F FI IL LL LE ER R N NE EC CK K 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s F Fi il ll l u up p t to o h he er re e F FI IL LL LE ER R N NE EC CK K 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de ...

Page 247: ...op 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 Install the reserve tank cap Install the radiator cap and tighten it fully Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck The cooling system capacity is 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 With ...

Page 248: ...s 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 to condition the blade edges 57 Canadian Models Windshield Washers Maintenance 246 L LE EV VE EL L G GA AU UG GE E 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 o...

Page 249: ...1 as soon as it is convenient Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level It should be between the upper and lower marks Park the car on level ground Shut off the engine To thoroughly flush the transmission the technician should drain and refill it with Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid then drive...

Page 250: ...e 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 drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommen dations in the maintenance schedule 1 2 3 4 6 6 cylinder models Transmission Fluid Maintenance Automatic Transmission 24...

Page 251: ...lush the transmission the technician should drain and refill it with Honda ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid then drive the vehicle a short distance Do this three times Then drain and refill the transmission a final time Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the ...

Page 252: ...r 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 should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommen dations in the maintenance schedule Transmission Fluid Maintenance 250 00 05 22 10 27 28 31S84630_253 ...

Page 253: ...tem Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda DOT 3 brake fluid as soon as possible Check the fluid level in the reser voirs monthly There are up to two reservoirs depending on the model They are The brake fluid should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the mainte nance schedule Brake fluid reservoir all models Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission o...

Page 254: ... 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 Steering Clutch System Brake and Clutch Fluid Power Steering Maintenance 252 U UP PP PE ER R L LE EV VE EL L L LO OW WE ER R L LE EV VE EL L M MA AX X M MI IN N M MA AX X M MI IN N 4 4 c cy yl li in n...

Page 255: ...teering 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 possible A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible Cleaning Severe Conditions Air Cleaner E...

Page 256: ...r 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 four hold down clamps back into place 1 3 4 5 2 Replacement Air Cleaner Element 4 cylinder Models Maintenance 254 A AI IR R C CL LE EA AN NE ER R E EL LE EM ME EN NT T C CL LA AM MP PS S 00 05 22 10 28 ...

Page 257: ...cover 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 with a damp rag 1 3 4 5 2 Replacement Air Cleaner Element 6 cylinder Models Maintenance 255 A AI IR R C CL LE EA AN NE ER R E EL LE EM ME EN NT T B BO OL LT TS S 00 05 22 10 28 22 31S84630_258 ...

Page 258: ...lean 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 Maintenance Schedule If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch contact your Honda dealer 1 2 3 Replacement Spark Plugs Hood Latch Hood Latch Spark Plugs 4 cylinder Models Maintenance 256 S SP...

Page 259: ...e 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 257 PZFR5F 11 PKJ16CR L11 0 04 in 1 1 mm 13 lbf ft 18 N m 1 8 kgf m 0 0 1 mm Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening can cause damage to the...

Page 260: ...on 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 head cap bolt holding the ignition coil Remove the ignition coil by pulling it straight out Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils 1 2 3 4 5 Replacement Spark Plugs ...

Page 261: ...all 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 with a flat tipped screwdriver Repeat this procedure for the other five spark plugs NGK DENSO 6 7 8 9 10 11 Specifications Spark Plugs 6 cylinder Models Maintenance 259 13 lbf ft 18 N m 1 8 kgf m 0 04 ...

Page 262: ...t 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 the color of the test indicator window and for corrosion on the terminals Battery Maintenance 260 T TE ES ST T I IN ND DI IC CA AT TO OR R W WI IN ND DO OW W 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de ...

Page 263: ... 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 Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds CONTINUED Battery Maintenance WARNING Wash hands after handling 261 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s 6 ...

Page 264: ...ance 262 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 protective clothing and a face shield or have a skilled mechanic do the battery maintenance Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car s electronic controls Detach the battery cables be...

Page 265: ...wiped 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 windshield To replace the blade Raise the driver s side first then the passenger s side 2 1 CONTINUED Wiper Blades Maintenance 263 W WI IP PE ER R A AR RM MS S L LO OC CK K T TA AB B 00 05 22 10 29 46 3...

Page 266: ...he 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 wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place Lower the passenger s side first then the driver s side 3 4 5 6 7 Wiper Blades Maintenance 264 R RE EI IN NF FO OR RC CE EM ME EN N...

Page 267: ...he air conditioning works efficiently Periodically check the engine s radiator and air conditioning condenser for leaves insects and dirt stuck to the front surface These block the air flow and reduce cooling efficiency Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to remove them 328 Optional for U S DX model Air Conditioning System Maintenance 265 A AI IR R C CO ON ND DI IT TI IO ON NI IN NG G C ...

Page 268: ...o on 4 cylinder models one on 6 cylinder models Examine the edges of each belt for cracks or fraying Check the tension of each belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys The belts should have the following play or deflection On vehicles with A C On vehicles without A C Alternator belt Power steering belt 4 cylinder models Drive Belts Air Conditioning Filter Air Conditioning F...

Page 269: ...ages 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 miles U S or 100 000 km Canada if you regularly drive your car in one or more of these conditions 6 cylinder models Tires Timing Belt Drive Belts Timing Belt Tires Maintenance 267 0 51 0 65 in 13 0 1...

Page 270: ...ing 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 ride more harshly are more prone to damage from road hazards and wear unevenly If you check the pressure when the tires are hot the car has been driven several miles you will see readings 4 to 6 psi 30 ...

Page 271: ...ld tire pressures for most normal driving conditions and speeds Tire pressures for high speed driving are the same as for normal driving DX LX V6 EX V6 LX EX Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Recommended Tire Pressures for Normal Driving Tires Maintenance 269 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm P195...

Page 272: ...ore 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 have wear indicators molded into the tread When the tread wears down to that point you will see a 1 2 inch 12 7 mm wide band running across the tread This shows there is less than 1 16 inch 1 6 mm of ...

Page 273: ...hat came 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 of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tire pressure rating as shown on the tire s sidewall Mixing radial and bias ply tires on your car can reduce its braking ability traction...

Page 274: ... of the wheels When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied with the car Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause the system to work inconsistently See page for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading DX LX EX LX V6 EX V6 DX LX EX LX V6 EX V6 329 Wheels and Tires Tires Maintenance 272 P195 70R14 90S 14 x 5 1 2 JJ 15 x 6 JJ 15 x 6 1 2 JJ P195 65R15 89H P205 6...

Page 275: ... 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 laws Make sure the chains are the correct size for your tires Install them only on the front tires If you mount snow tires on your Honda make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range...

Page 276: ...safe condition by reducing your car s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers Lights Maintenance 274 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 E M MA AR RK KE ER R L LI IG GH HT T P PA AR RK KI IN NG G L LI IG GH HT T 00 05 22 10 31 55 31S84630_277 ...

Page 277: ...an 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 327 Lights Maintenance 275 S ST TO OP P T TA AI IL LL LI IG GH HT T T TU UR RN N S SI IG GN NA AL L L LI IG GH HT T H HI IG GH H M MO OU UN NT T B BR RA AK KE E L LI IG GH HT T T TA AI IL LL LI IG GH HT T B BA AC CK K U UP P L LI IG GH HT T...

Page 278: ...s 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 bulbs on each side four in total Make sure you are replacing the bulb that is burned out Your car uses halogen headlight bulbs When replacing a bulb handle it by its plastic case and protect the glass ...

Page 279: ...re 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 steering wheel to the left Use a flat tipped screwdriver to remove the holding clip from the inner fender Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bumper Put the inner fender cover in place Inst...

Page 280: ...l 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 parking lights to make sure the new bulb works 1 3 2 4 Replacing a Parking Light Bulb Lights Maintenance 278 00 05 22 10 32 41 31S84630_281 ...

Page 281: ...ly 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 taillight or turn signal Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Remove the fastener from the side of the trunk lining by turning it counterclockwise with a coin Pull the lining b...

Page 282: ... 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 burned out taillight or back up light 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Replacing Rear Bulbs in Trunk Lid Lights Maintenance 280 00 05 22 10 33 07 31S84630_283 ...

Page 283: ...re the 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 by pulling the lens while squeezing the tabs on both sides of the holder 1 2 3 1 2 CONTINUED Replacing a High mount Brake Light Bulb Replacing a Rear License Bulb Lights Maintenance 281 B BU UL LB...

Page 284: ...he new bulb is working Pull 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 into the hole Push on the right side to latch the assembly into place Door light Pry on the top middle of the lens Ceiling light Pry on the front edge of the lens near both sid...

Page 285: ...s except DX model On all models except DX model On all models except DX model Lights Maintenance 283 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 V VI IS SO OR R 00 05 22 10 33 39 31S84630_286 ...

Page 286: ...move 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 284 T TR RU UN NK K L LI IG GH HT T 00 05 22 10 33 47 31S84630_287 ...

Page 287: ...nnect the battery Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and trunk seals Also apply a vehicle body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and trunk seals Cover the car with a breathable cover one made from a porous material such as cotton Nonporous materials suc...

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Page 289: ...erior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 288 Washing 288 Waxing 289 Aluminum Wheels 289 Paint Touch up 289 Interior Care 290 Carpeting 290 Floor Carpet 290 Fabric 291 Vinyl 291 Leather 291 Seat Belts 292 Windows 292 Air Fresheners 292 Corrosion Protection 293 Body Repairs 294 Appearance Care Appearance Care 287 00 05 22 10 34 10 31S84630_290 ...

Page 290: ...hade 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 start Repair them with touch up paint see page Wash the car using the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top and work your way down Rinse frequently...

Page 291: ...member to re wax those areas 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 The wheels have a protective clear coat that keeps the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing Using harsh chemicals including some commercial wheel cleaners or stiff brushes can damage th...

Page 292: ...car If you use 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 additional mats may slide forward and interfere with the pedals If you remove the floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your car The Genuine Honda driver s floor mat...

Page 293: ... of mild soap and water Use the same solution with a soft bristle brush on more difficult spots You can also use commercially available 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 buff it with a clean dry cloth If further cleaning is needed use ...

Page 294: ...aces If your seat belts get dirty you can use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleaning solvents They can weaken the belt material Let the belts air dry before you use the car 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 c...

Page 295: ...sion 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 corroding by performing some simple periodic maintenance Use a high pressure spray to clean the underside of your car This is especially important in areas that use road salt in winter It is also a good id...

Page 296: ...quality 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 resistance to corrosion If your car needs repairs after a collision pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work Take your car to your authorized Honda dealer for inspec...

Page 297: ...ed Compact Spare Tire 296 Changing a Flat Tire 297 If Your Engine Won t Start 302 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly 303 The Starter Operates Normally 304 Jump Starting 304 If Your Engine Overheats 307 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 309 Charging System Indicator 310 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 311 Readiness Codes 312 Brake System Indicator 313 Closing the Moonroof 314 Fuses 315 C...

Page 298: ... This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur faces than the regular tire Use greater caution while driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare Your car has a compact spare tire that takes up less space Use this spare tire as a temporary replace ment only Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your car as soon as you can The wheel of ...

Page 299: ...ark 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 ignition switch to LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the car while you change the tire 5 4 3 2 1 CONTINUED Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 297 J JA AC CK K S SP PA AR RE E T TI ...

Page 300: ...inder or five V 6 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 Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat Tire 298 J JA AC CK K W WH HE EE EL L N NU UT TS S 00 05 22 10 36 05 31S84630_301 ...

Page 301: ...ded into the 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 jack notch Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or other tool The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts 9 10 11 DX and LX models ...

Page 302: ...hub 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 Lower the car to the ground and remove the jack 12 13 14 Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat Tire 300 B BR RA AK KE E H HU UB B 00 05 22 10 36 24 31S84630_303 ...

Page 303: ...Tighten the wheel nuts to Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well 15 16 CONTINUED LX with ABS EX EX V6 models Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 301 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el l 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el l 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m 00 05 22 10 36 32 31S84630_304 ...

Page 304: ... 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 operating normally or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal but the engine does not start up and run 17 18 19 20 21 Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat Tire If Your Engin...

Page 305: ...ee page A key that is not properly coded will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine either the battery is dis charged or the connections are corroded Check the condition of the battery and terminal connec tions see page You can then try jump starting the car from a booster battery see pa...

Page 306: ...uch as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page If your car s battery has run down you may be able to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it To jump start your car follow these directions closely If you find nothing wron...

Page 307: ... 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 battery 5 3 4 CONTINUED Jump Starting Taking Care of the Unexpected 305 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 el ls s 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m m...

Page 308: ...hen the booster battery Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the car until all are disconnected Otherwise you may cause an electrical short 7 6 Jump Starting Taking Care of the Unexpected 306 6 6 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s 4 4 c cy yl li in nd de er r m mo od de el ls s B BO OO OS ST TE ER R B BA AT TT TE ER RY Y B BO OO OS ST TE ER R B BA AT TT...

Page 309: ...cators 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 mark you should determine the reason Your car can overheat for several reasons such as lack of coolant or a mechanical problem The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above t...

Page 310: ... 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 refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can If the temperature stays normal check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank If it has gone down add coolant to the MAX mark Put the cap back on...

Page 311: ...e 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 and other driving maneuvers Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator If the light does not go out within ten seconds turn off the engine There is a mechanical problem that needs to be r...

Page 312: ... 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 on when the ignition switch is ON II and go out after the engine starts If it comes on brightly when the engine is running it indicates that the charging system has stopped charging the battery Taking...

Page 313: ...h is ON 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 s performance it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions Continued operation may cause serious damage If you have recently refueled your car the cause of...

Page 314: ...ome states part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set If they are not set the test cannot be completed If your car s battery has been disconnected or gone dead these codes are erased It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again To check if they are set turn the ignition ON II but do not start the engine The Malfunction Indicator Lamp will ...

Page 315: ...ther 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 road when it is safe Because of the longer distance needed to stop it is hazardous to drive the car You should have it towed and repaired as soon as possible See on page If you must drive the car a s...

Page 316: ...the 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 socket behind this plug Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk 5 6 4 1 2 3 315 Closing the Moonroof Taking Care of the Unexpected ...

Page 317: ...from 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 cover open then take it out of its hinges by pulling it toward you Fuses Taking Care of the Unexpected 315 I IN NT TE ER RI IO OR R U UN ND DE ER R H HO OO OD D T TA AB B 00 05 22 10 38 47 31S84630_318...

Page 318: ...ch 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 and or the diagram on the fuse box lid which fuse or fuses control that component Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause Replace any blown...

Page 319: ... a lower rating from one of the other circuits Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily such as the cigarette lighter or 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 you can 5 6 Fuses Taking Care of the Unexpected 317 B BL LO OW WN N...

Page 320: ...0 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 Headlight ABS F S Stop ACG ABS Motor Hazard Spare Fuse Battery Cooling Fan Fuses Taking Care of the Unexpected 318 UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX 00 05 22 10 39 16 31S84630_321 ...

Page 321: ...Seat 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 ABS Motor Check Front Left Power Window Rear Right Power Window On Canadian models 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 30 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 7 5 A 20 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 20 A 2...

Page 322: ...y 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 on the ground do the following Release the parking brake Shift the transmission to Neutral With the front wheels on the ground it is best to tow the car no farther than 50 miles 80 km and keep the spe...

Page 323: ...ems plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery Emergency Towing Taking Care of the Unexpected 321 The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ignition switch in Accessory I and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin towing Trying to lift or tow your car by the bumpers will cause serious damage The ...

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Page 325: ...raction 329 Temperature 330 Oxygenated Fuels 331 Driving in Foreign Countries 332 Emissions Controls 333 The Clean Air Act 333 Crankcase Emissions Control System 333 Evaporative Emissions Control System 333 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery 333 Exhaust Emissions Controls 334 PGM FI System 334 Ignition Timing Control System 334 Three Way Catalytic Converter 334 Replacement Parts 334 Three Way Cataly...

Page 326: ...ed 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 compartment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label Identification Numbers Technical Information 324 V VE EH HI IC CL LE E I ID DE EN NT TI IF FI IC CA AT TI IO ON N...

Page 327: ...linder Models 6 cylinder Models 325 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 NG GI IN NE E 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 NG GI IN NE E N NU UM MB BE ER R 00 05 22 10 40 07 31S84630_328 ...

Page 328: ...ine 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 qt 3 1 US qt 2 9 2 6 Imp qt 7 6 US qt 7 2 6 3 Imp qt Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb Engine coolant Engi...

Page 329: ...ghts Rear turn signal lights Stop Taillights Taillight High mount brake light Back up lights License plate lights Ceiling light Trunk lights Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror light Capacity Interior Under hood Toe in Camber Caster Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Water cooled 4 stroke SOHC SOHC VTEC 4 cylinder SOHC 6 cylinder V6 gasoline engine See page 321 or the fus...

Page 330: ... kPa 2 0 kgf 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 2 LX EX 3 4 cylinder models 4 6 cylinder models 1 2 4 3 4 1 2 4 00 05 22 10 41 01 31S84630_331 ...

Page 331: ...urfaces 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 acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Technical Information DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles Treadwear Traction 329 00 05 22 10 41 11 31S84630_332 The tires on y...

Page 332: ...n tested 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 can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A repr...

Page 333: ...taining up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume methyl or wood alcohol Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel that contains methanol Methanol can corrode metal parts in the fuel system and also damage plastic and rubber components This damage ...

Page 334: ...your Honda will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian emissions regulations and will be illegal to operate in North America To bring your car back into compliance will require the replace ment of several components such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter These re placements are not covered unde...

Page 335: ...ns 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 Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank an evaporative emissi...

Page 336: ...ems 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 controls how much fuel to inject under all operat ing conditions The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your car Read your warranty manual for more informa tion Th...

Page 337: ...ent 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 high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your car...

Page 338: ... 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 sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 8 hours or more Make sure the ambient temperature is between 20 and 95 F Without touching the accelerator pedal start the engine and let it idle ...

Page 339: ...f 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 for at least 10 minutes When traffic conditions allow let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal If the testing facility determines the readiness...

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Page 341: ...U S Zone Office Map 341 Canada Zone Office Map 342 Warranty Coverages 343 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 344 Authorized Manuals 345 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 339 00 05 22 10 42 26 31S84630_342 ...

Page 342: ...olved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office Refer to the U S and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages 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 desc...

Page 343: ...65 Northeastern Zone 115 Gaither Drive Mt Laurel New Jersey 08054 856 235 5533 Includes NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area Central Zone 101 South Stanfield Road Troy Ohio 45373 937 332 6250 South Central Zone 4529 Royal Lane Irving Texas 75063 972 929 5481 North Central Zone 601 Campus Drive Suite A 9 Arlington Heights Illinois 60004 847 870 5600 Northwestern Zone P O Box 20186 12439 N E ...

Page 344: ...elations 342 CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE Honda Canada Inc National Office Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 HONDA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 0909 Toronto 416 287 4776 00 05 22 10 42 56 31S84630_345 ...

Page 345: ...mation 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 and workmanship Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2001 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your car for precise information on warranty coverages Y...

Page 346: ...a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other i...

Page 347: ...rical Troubleshooting Manual Body Repair Manual 2001 Honda Accord 4 Door L4 V6 Owner s Manual Order Form for Previous Years Indicate Year and Model Desired Publication Form Number 61S8008 61S8009 61S8008EL 61S8030 31S84630 HON R Price Each 66 00 36 00 46 00 40 00 30 00 FREE 1998 2001 Honda Accord 2 4 Door L4 V6 1998 2001 Honda Accord 2 4 Door L4 V6 PUBLICATION NUMBER VEHICLE MODEL Name Year Qty Pr...

Page 348: ...r or company name 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 48207 1 800 782 4356 Customer Name Attention Apartment Number State Zip Code City Daytime Telephone Number Check or money order enclosed payable to Helm Inc U S funds only Do not send cash...

Page 349: ...ing 196 Shift Lever Position Indicator 197 Shift Lever Positions 197 Shift Lock Release 200 Battery Charging System Light 54 310 Jump Starting 304 Maintenance 260 Specifications 329 Before Driving 177 Belts Seat 8 Beverage Holder 104 Body Repair 296 Brakes Anti lock System ABS 204 Break in New Linings 178 Bulb Replacement 281 Fluid 251 Parking 101 System Indicator 55 Wear Indicators 203 Braking Sy...

Page 350: ...33 Coin Box 103 Cold Weather Starting in 194 Compact Spare 296 Console Compartment 103 Consumer Information 340 Controls Instruments and 51 Coolant Adding 239 Checking 184 Proper Solution 239 Temperature Gauge 59 Corrosion Protection 293 Crankcase Emissions Control System 333 Cruise Control Operation 68 Customer Relations Office 340 DANGER Explanation of ii Dashboard 52 Daytime Running Lights 63 D...

Page 351: ...93 Engine Speed Limiter 196 200 Ethanol in Gasoline 331 Evaporative Emissions Controls 333 Exhaust Fumes 49 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts by 17 Exterior Cleaning the 290 Fabric Cleaning 291 Fan Interior 110 Features Comfort and Convenience 109 Filling the Fuel Tank 178 Filter Air Conditioning 266 Oil 234 5 speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level 249 5 speed Manual Transmission Shiftin...

Page 352: ... Important Safety Precautions 6 Indicators Instrument Panel 53 Infant Restraint 28 Infant Seats 28 Tether Anchorage Points 39 Inflation Proper Tire 268 Inside Mirror 98 Inspection Tire 270 Instrument Panel 53 Instrument Panel Brightness 63 Interior Cleaning 290 Interior Lights 106 Introduction i Jacking up the Car 209 Jack Tire 298 Jump Starting 304 Gas Mileage Improving 185 Gasohol 331 Gasoline 1...

Page 353: ... 60 Safety 220 Schedule 224 228 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 55 311 Manual Transmission 195 Manual Transmission Fluid 249 Meters Gauges 57 Methanol in Gasoline 331 Mirrors Adjusting 100 Moonroof 88 Closing Manually 314 Operation 98 Neutral Gear Position 198 New Vehicle Break in 178 Normal Shift Speeds 196 NOTICE Explanation of ii Numbers Identification 324 Octane Requirement Gasoline 178 Odometer 58...

Page 354: ...olishing and Waxing 289 Pre Drive Safety Checklist 11 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 17 Protecting Adults 12 Additional Safety Precautions 18 Advice for Pregnant Women 17 Protecting Children 19 Protecting Infants 28 Protecting Larger Children 34 Protecting Small Children 31 Using Child Seats with Tethers 37 Safety Belts 8 Safety Defects Reporting 344 Safety Features 7 Airbags 9 Door Locks 10 Head Rest...

Page 355: ...S Indicator 43 55 START Ignition Key Position 74 Starting the Engine 193 In Cold Weather at High Altitude 194 With a Dead Battery 306 Steam Coming from Engine 308 Steering Wheel Adjustment 67 Anti theft Column Lock 73 Stereo Sound System 125 153 Storing Your Car 287 Sun Visor 105 Sunglasses Holder 106 Supplemental Restraint System Servicing 48 SRS Indicator 43 55 System Components 43 Synthetic Oil...

Page 356: ...are of the 295 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 329 Unleaded Gasoline 178 Upholstery Cleaning 292 Used Oil How to Dispose of 238 Vanity Mirror 105 Vehicle Capacity Load 189 Vehicle Dimensions 326 Vehicle Identification Number 324 Vehicle Storage 287 VIN 324 Vinyl Cleaning 293 Viscosity Oil 235 WARNING Explanation of ii Warning Labels Location of 50 Warranty Coverages 341 Washer Windshield Checking the...

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Page 360: ...city 2 0 US qt 1 9 1 7 Imp qt Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page 252 Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page 251 API Premium grade 5W 20 detergent oil see page Oil change capacity including filter 4 5 US qt 4 3 3 8 Imp qt 4 6 US qt 4 4 3 9 Imp ...

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