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P O BOX 07280 DETROIT MICHIGAN 48207 (313) 883-1430

Service Manual:

This manual covers maintenance and recommended
procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is
simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners
to understand.

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual:

This manual complements the Service Manual by
providing in-depth troubleshooting information for
each electrical circuit in your car.

Body Repair Manual:

This manual describes the procedures involved in the
replacement of damaged body parts.

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Summary of Contents for Civic Sedan 1993

Page 1: ...luggage and other cargo Driving 97 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 111 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take yo...

Page 2: ...ZIP CODE POSTAL CODE This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanent part ofthe car and should remainwiththecarwhenitissold The information and specifications included in this publication were i...

Page 3: ...ime Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it The next owner will find it just as helpful Several other booklets in the glove box explain the warranties that protect your Honda We...

Page 4: ...y alert symbol and one of three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow...

Page 5: ...mental Restraint System 11 Important Safety Reminder 12 How the Airbag Works 12 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 13 System Service 14 System Service Precautions 14 Additional Safety Information 15 Se...

Page 6: ...restraints and door locks also play a role in occupant safety For example reclining the seat back can decrease the effec tiveness of your seat belt Head restraints can help protect your neck and head...

Page 7: ...er children All infants and small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats see page 17 A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child see page 10...

Page 8: ...several seconds see page 30 The following pages cover more about the seat belt components and how they work Lap Shoulder Belt This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder ac...

Page 9: ...your seat is upright see page 50 1 Pull the latch plate across your body and insert it into the buckle Tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked 2 Check that the belt is not twisted 3...

Page 10: ...ats Adjust the belt anchor by squeezing the two buttons and sliding the anchor downward it has four positions Rear seat Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone To u...

Page 11: ...tch plate at a right angle and pull to extend the belt Insert the latch plate into the buckle 2 Position the belt as low as possi ble across your hips and pelvic bones not across your stomach Pull the...

Page 12: ...for you to drive and how you should position a lap shoulder seat belt Seat Belt Maintenance For safety you should check the condition of your seat belts regu larly Pull out each belt fully and look f...

Page 13: ...protec tion offered by your seat belt The main components in your SRS are An airbag in the steering wheel A diagnostic system that when the ignition is ON II continu ally monitors the sensors control...

Page 14: ...protect you during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash A seat belt helps keep you in the proper position when an airbag inflates An airbag opens with considerable force and can hurt y...

Page 15: ...wheel For your safety do not attach any items to the steering wheel They could interfere with the proper operation of the airbag Or if the airbag inflates they could be propelled inside the car and hu...

Page 16: ...tions Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of the supple mental restraint system Modifica tions could make the system inef fective Do not tamper with the system s components or wiring T...

Page 17: ...on from the seat belts If you recline a seat back you reduce the protective capability of your seat belt The farther a seat back is reclined the greater the risk that you will slide under the belt in...

Page 18: ...driving An unrestrained pet can interfere with your ability to drive the car In a crash or sudden stop loose pets or cages can be thrown around inside the car and hurt you or your passengers It is als...

Page 19: ...We recommend that whenever possible you secure your child s infant or toddler seat in the center position of the rear seat with the lap belt We also recommend that any child who is too large to use a...

Page 20: ...0 Ibs Use an approved child seat The seat must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 FMVSS 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards Look for the manufac turer s statement of compliance...

Page 21: ...lap belt If you decide to put an infant seat in any other seating position you must use a locking clip with the car s lap shoulder belt see page 20 Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg...

Page 22: ...til the belt fits properly If the belt still crosses the child s neck you should use a booster seat Several styles of booster seats are available We recommend a design that allows the child to use the...

Page 23: ...plate Un buckle the seat belt 4 Install the locking clip as shown Position the clip as close as possible to the latch plate 5 Insert the latch plate into the buckle Push and pull on the child seat to...

Page 24: ...n Honda Motor Co Inc Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd Torrance CA 90501 2746 Canadian Cars The anchor plate and mounting hardware for a top tether are supplied with the car When installing make sur...

Page 25: ...re going to be drinking make plans to ride with a friend who will not be drinking What if you find that you ve been drinking and cannot get a ride from a friend Find alternative transpor tation Call a...

Page 26: ...ly long enough to move the car out of the garage With the trunk lid open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the trunk lid op...

Page 27: ...it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA can not become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American H...

Page 28: ...cations shown They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully and don t remove them If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda deale...

Page 29: ...ent Panel Brightness 38 Turn Signals 38 Windshield Wipers 39 Windshield Washers 39 Hazard Warning 40 Rear Window Defogger 40 Steering Wheel Adjustment 41 Steering Wheel Controls 42 Cruise Control 42 H...

Page 30: ...s AUDIO SYSTEM P 71 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 64 DOOR LOCK SWITCH P 47 POWER WINDOW SWITCH P 53 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 90 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 48 HANDLE P 91 DIGITAL CLOCK P 58 MIRROR CONTROLS P 5...

Page 31: ...you if that system develops a prob lem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadi an model are noted in the tex...

Page 32: ...seconds but the light stays on until you do Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Can...

Page 33: ...that you have set the parking brake Driving with the parking brake set can damage the brakes and tires and cause the Anti lock brake system to turn off see page 107 2 It can indicate the brake fluid...

Page 34: ...not go off or comes back on again while driving take the car to your dealer to have it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock US Canada Malfunction Indica...

Page 35: ...switch both turn signal lights blink All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights See page 37 for information on the he...

Page 36: ...the tachometer needle in the red zone Odometer The odometer shows the total dis tance your car has been driven It measures miles in U S models and kilometers in Canadian models It is illegal under fe...

Page 37: ...on back ON II Temperature Gauge 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...

Page 38: ...on the dashboard to the right of the steering column The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof mirrors cruise control and instrument panel brightness The lever on the underside of the...

Page 39: ...light see page 33 To flash the high beams pull back and hold the turn signal lever Release the lever and the high beams will go off The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever no ma...

Page 40: ...r Push down on the lever to signal a left turn and up to signal a right turn If you push it up or down all the way the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever It shuts off auto...

Page 41: ...n continuously Windshield Washers To operate the wipers in mist mode push the control lever down The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windsh...

Page 42: ...ear fog frost and thin ice from the window Push the defogger button to turn it on and off The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on If you do not turn it off the defogger will shut its...

Page 43: ...Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that pos...

Page 44: ...ll control of the car under those conditions The cruise control as it operates moves the accelerator pedal You can damage your car s accelerator mechanism by resting your foot under the pedal and bloc...

Page 45: ...cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Ac celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET decel button You can decrease the set cruising speed in either of two ways P...

Page 46: ...panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way If you use the brake or clutch pedal to cancel cruise control the system retains the previous...

Page 47: ...ors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access The valet key only works the ignition and the door locks You can keep the trunk trunk release handle and rear seat trunk access locked when you le...

Page 48: ...In this position you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter ON II This is the normal key position when driving All features and accessories on the car are usable Several of the lights on t...

Page 49: ...utside door handle and push the lock tab down Release the handle then close the door The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key Power Door Locks A vailable only on LX and...

Page 50: ...ldren seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear doors Each rear door has a lock lever near the edge With the lever in the LOCK position the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless...

Page 51: ...while driving to avoid damaging the lid and getting exhaust gas in the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 24 To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to some one else lock...

Page 52: ...ge Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the angle of the seat back pull up on the lever on the outside of th...

Page 53: ...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 CONTINUED Instruments and Controls Reclining the seat back ca...

Page 54: ...by pulling on the top of the seat Make sure all items in the trunk or items extending through the opening into the back seat are tied down Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to b...

Page 55: ...close the window push up on the window switch Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want The master control panel also con tains these extra features AUTO To open the driver s wi...

Page 56: ...ear of the moonroof for ventilation push the button To slide the moonroof back push the switch Hold it until the moonroof reaches the desired position then release the switch To close the moonroof pre...

Page 57: ...o adjust the mirrors before you start driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to...

Page 58: ...edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right or left up or down 4 When you finish move the selector switch to the center off position This turns off the adjustment switch so you can t move a...

Page 59: ...the car without releasing the parking brake the ABS cannot work properly Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the...

Page 60: ...e H button until the hour advances to the desired hour 4 To set the minutes press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired minute or minutes You can use the RESET button to quick...

Page 61: ...close it push it down until it latches Use the cup holder only when the car is parked If you place cups in the holder while driving the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners Be ca...

Page 62: ...e cigarette lighter to work To heat up the lighter push it in It will pop out when it is ready for use Do not hold the lighter in while it is heating up you could cause it to overheat Ashtrays Open th...

Page 63: ...als To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car don t put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray Interior Light The interior light has a three position switch In the OFF forward posi...

Page 64: ...on the EX model in the U S and the EX V model in Canada It is optional on other models Heating and Cooling 64 What Each Control Does 66 How to Use the System 67 Controlling Air Flow Direction 67 Vent...

Page 65: ...at any time Please contact your dealer for more information Air conditioning is standard on the EX model in the U S and the EX V model in Canada It is optional on other models The direction of air fl...

Page 66: ...Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features UPPER VENT OPEN CLOSE Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 67: ...button is controlling air flow Air Conditioning A C Switch This switch turns the air condi tioning ON and OFF The indicator in the switch lights when the A C is ON Fresh Air and Recirculation Buttons...

Page 68: ...lant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be sever al minutes before you feel warm air circulating The air conditioning system does not depend on engine temperature It can produce cold air al...

Page 69: ...maximum speed 4 Open the windows partially Select and When the interior reaches a com fortable temperature close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above Air conditioning places a...

Page 70: ...tting is best for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32 F 0 C 1 Set the fan to a medium speed 2 Turn on the air conditioning 3 Select any desired mode button is usually b...

Page 71: ...ect and 3 Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum 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 w...

Page 72: ...nd Fader controls to adjust the sound direction The Balance control moves it left to right The Fader control moves it front to back The radio panel illumination comes on with the instrument panel ligh...

Page 73: ...feature is not available You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK or the Preset buttons The SEEK function searches for radio stations with strong signals...

Page 74: ...at station Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations each on AM and F M Once that station s frequency is stored simply press and release...

Page 75: ...e AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kilohertz apart 530 540 550 Those on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 megahertz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 Stations must use these exact frequ...

Page 76: ...cassette from the drive press the EJECT button The system automatically ejects the cassette whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch Fast forward and rewind allow you to move the tape...

Page 77: ...duction The system also senses when a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accord ingly The cassette player features auto reverse for continuous play Dolby noise reduction m...

Page 78: ...adio is off You can use the Balance control to turn off the radio panel illumina tion even with the radio on Push the control knob so it pops out then pull it out slightly further Check this control i...

Page 79: ...was last tuned to Adjust the volume by turning the ON VOL knob Select the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM or FM button You will see the selected band and the frequency in the display ST...

Page 80: ...s the TUNE SEEK bar and hold it to change to a frequency that is far away The frequency display will begin to count rapidly It will stop counting when you release the bar The SEEK function searches fo...

Page 81: ...station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that station Press the button and hold it until yon hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM Once that s...

Page 82: ...e AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10 kilohertz apart 530 540 550 Those on the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 megahertz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 Stations must use these exact frequ...

Page 83: ...e feature It will automati cally reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette If the cassette is a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape you will see METAL displayed The system automaticall...

Page 84: ...of the cassette while in fast forward or rewind it automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play The TMS function lets you skip to the beginning of a song or other passage P...

Page 85: ...tapes that have almost no gap between songs a high noise level between songs or silent periods in the middle of songs Caring For Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other pro...

Page 86: ...efective and should not be inserted again You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing reverse directions once or twice and then eject This is normally an indication the tape is wound unevenly It sho...

Page 87: ...es This section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 88 Gasoline 88 Oxygenated Fuels 88 Driving in Foreign Cou...

Page 88: ...nt heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend gasolines con taining detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits Using gasoline...

Page 89: ...ble operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or perfor mance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel con taining more than...

Page 90: ...p filling the tank after the fuel pump automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes 5 Screw the fuel fill cap back on tighten...

Page 91: ...de your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle to the left until it releases the hood Lift the hood 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the h...

Page 92: ...l the car with gas Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil 1 Remove the dipstick orange handle 2 Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel 3 Insert it...

Page 93: ...t Engine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engine Coolant on page 123 for inform...

Page 94: ...tion abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and accelerate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintain a constant s...

Page 95: ...d accessories can adversely affect your car s han dling and stability Your car has several computer controlled systems including the SRS system the engine s fuel injection and the Anti lock brake syst...

Page 96: ...ve occupants driver and four passengers the maximum recommended weight for cargo is 45 kg 100 Ibs Where you store this cargo and how well you secure it are just as important as how much it weighs Make...

Page 97: ...ngine 99 5 speed Manual Transmission 99 Automatic Transmission 99 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 100 5 speed Manual Transmission 101 Recommended Shift Points 101 Maximum Speeds 102 Automati...

Page 98: ...ed down securely 4 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 50 5 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 55 6 Check the adjustment of the steering wheel see page 41 7 Make sur...

Page 99: ...the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race 6 If the engine still does not start press the accelerator pedal all the way down and hold it there while starting in order to clear flooding As befor...

Page 100: ...arting in Cold Weather at High Altitude Above 2 400 meters 8 000 feet An engine is harder to start in cold weather The thinner air found at high altitude above 2 400 meters 8 000 feet adds to the prob...

Page 101: ...hift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind You can get extra braking from the engine when slowing down by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can...

Page 102: ...ed by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone US DX LX Canada LX EX US EX Canada EX V Automatic Transmission Your Honda s tr...

Page 103: ...urning off or starting the engine To shift out of Park you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal Press the release button on the side of the shift lever to move it...

Page 104: ...om cycling between third and fourth gears in stop and go driving For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4 you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by push ing the accelerator pedal to t...

Page 105: ...if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work 1 Set the Parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Insert the key in the Shift Lock R...

Page 106: ...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 extra cautious and alert in your driving Brake Wear Indicator...

Page 107: ...f the standard drum type brakes For a further explanation of the ABS equipment refer to page 188 ABS helps you maintain steering control It does this by helping you to prevent the wheels from locking...

Page 108: ...nd may cause the system to work inconsistently A car with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces than an equivalent car without Anti lock The ABS cannot make up for road...

Page 109: ...r To be seen more clearly during day light hours turn on your headlights Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently Keep the wind shield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid Replace th...

Page 110: ...ing passed by other vehicles The spray from large vehicles reduces your visibility and the wind buffeting can cause you to lose control Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer Attem...

Page 111: ...118 Engine Oil 119 Checking Engine Oil 119 Adding 119 Recommended Oil 120 Additives 120 Oil and Filter Changes 121 Cooling System 123 Checking the Engine Coolant Level 123 Adding Engine Coolant 123 Re...

Page 112: ...mpetent efficient service However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Mainte nance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this typ...

Page 113: ...service these items more often 1 For cars sold in California this service is recommended only other areas it is required 2 Thereafter replace every 2 years or 48 000 km 30 000 miles which ever comes f...

Page 114: ...or muddy roads Service for Severe Driving Conditions Replace the air cleaner element every 24 000 km 15 000 miles or 12 months under condition B or E Replace engine oil and oil filter every 6 000 km 3...

Page 115: ...Required Maintenance Record Maintenance Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 116: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 114 Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 117: ...check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 127 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 128 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level monthly See page 1...

Page 118: ...IC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Gray cap 5 M T only CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIP...

Page 119: ...it out again and look at the oil level at the end of the dipstick If it is between the upper and lower marks the level is correct Add oil if the level is at or below the lower mark Adding To add oil u...

Page 120: ...er goes below 20 F 7 C A fuel efficient oil is recommended for your Honda This is shown on the API Service label by the words Energy Conserving II This oil is formulated to help your engine use less f...

Page 121: ...nt you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off 2 Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap Remove...

Page 122: ...the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks 9 Turn off the engine let it sit for several minutes then check the oil le...

Page 123: ...system contains many aluminum compo nents which can corrode if an improper antifreeze is used Some antifreeze even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts may not provide adequate protection Adding...

Page 124: ...marks Put the cap back on the reserve tank Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car s cooling system They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components Replacing En...

Page 125: ...ove the drain bolt from the engine block 4 Remove the reserve tank from its holder by pulling it straight up Drain the coolant then put the tank back in its holder 5 When the coolant stops draining ti...

Page 126: ...he bleeder bolt on top of the engine Tighten it again when coolant comes out in a steady stream with no bubbles 9 Refill the radiator to the base of the filler neck Put the cap on the radiator only ti...

Page 127: ...moving the cap and looking inside Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOI...

Page 128: ...fluid level It should be between the upper and lower marks 5 If the level is below the lower mark add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark Use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission...

Page 129: ...inside the bolt hole with your finger If you do not feel any oil slowly add oil until it starts to run out of the hole Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely Only use an API Service SF or S...

Page 130: ...years or 48 000 km 30 000 miles whichever comes first Brake System The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level is at or below the MIN mark it is an ind...

Page 131: ...ystem as soon as possible If you add brake fluid to bring it up to the MAX mark use the same DOT3 or DOT4 brake fluid from a sealed container specified for the brake system Clutch System The fluid sho...

Page 132: ...below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of power steering fluid will damage the system Use only GENUINE HONDA Power Steeri...

Page 133: ...and reinstallation The air cleaner element is inside the box on the passenger s side of the engine compartment To replace it 1 Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove t...

Page 134: ...nt sooner if you happen to buy one or more tankfuls of contaminated gasoline Have the filter tested or replaced if you suspect it has been clogged by contaminants Spark Plugs The original spark plugs...

Page 135: ...que the spark plug If you do not have a torque wrench tight en the spark plug one quarter turn after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 18 N m 1 8 kg m 13 Ib ft Tighten the spark plugs ca...

Page 136: ...ttery gives off explo sive hydrogen gas during nor mal operation A spark or open flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you Keep all sparks open flames and...

Page 137: ...hysician immediately Check the battery condition by looking at the test indicator window on the battery The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery terminals for co...

Page 138: ...with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush Reconnect and tighten the cables then coat the terminals with grease If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damag...

Page 139: ...d Replace the blades if you find these signs or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used To replace 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by...

Page 140: ...n forcement along the back edge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade 5 Slide the new wiper blade into the holder...

Page 141: ...uring the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engine at normal operating temperature This circulates the lubricating oil contained in t...

Page 142: ...nd condition of your car s tires at least once a month Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold This means the car has been parked for at least three hours If you have to drive the...

Page 143: ...s properly inflated provides you with the best combi nation of riding comfort handling and tread life Underinflated tires wear unevenly reduce your car s handling and are more likely to fail because o...

Page 144: ...gnment check ed every 12 months or 24 000 km 15 000 miles The tires were properly balanced by the factory They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out Have your dealer check th...

Page 145: ...Tires Wheel US DX LX Canada LX EX 1 3 x 5 J US EX Canada EX V 1 4 x 5 J Tire US DX LX Canada LX EX P175 70R13 82S US EX Canada EX V P175 65R 14 81H DOT Tire Quality Grading US Cars The tires on your...

Page 146: ...when 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 tempe...

Page 147: ...ginal equipment tires You should drive cautiously even when the roads are clear Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations Tire Chains Mount snow chains on your car when warranted by...

Page 148: ...what type of replacement bulb is needed Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your car has halogen headlight bulbs one on each side When replacing a bulb handle it by its steel base and protect the glass from co...

Page 149: ...Make sure the tab is on the top 7 Push the electrical connector onto the tabs of the new bulb Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb 8 Passenger s side Reinstall the air intake tube Replacing th...

Page 150: ...g screw and tighten it securely 1 Open the trunk 2 Remove the cover from the inside of the taillight assembly by pushing on the tab 3 Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out tail stoplight tu...

Page 151: ...Remove that bulb from the socket by pushing it in slightly and turning it counter clockwise 5 Install the new bulb in the socket Test it to make sure it works 6 Reinstall the bulb holder assem bly In...

Page 152: ...lens Reinstall the two screws and tighten them securely Replacing a Interior Light Bulb 1 Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens in the middle with a fingernail file or a small f...

Page 153: ...unk light is not a vailable on the U S DX model and Canadian LX model 1 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 2 Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Lights Maintenance TRUNK LI...

Page 154: ...red for a longer period it should be supported on jackstands so the tires are off the ground Leave one window open slightly if the car is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Cover the car with...

Page 155: ...ar s appearance the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corro sion Exterior Care 156 Washing 156 Waxing 157 Paint Touch up 157 Interior Car...

Page 156: ...d detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the car using the water and detergent solution and a soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top a...

Page 157: ...new Polishes Polishes and cleaner waxes can restore the shine to paint that has oxidized and lost some of its shine They normally contain mild abrasives and solvents that remove the top layer of the f...

Page 158: ...l Examine the chip or scratch closely before repairing it If it does not go down to bare metal clean it with soap and water and apply the touch up paint If it does go to the metal apply a coat of prim...

Page 159: ...does not bleach or stain the fabric Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild...

Page 160: ...t is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemicals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor If you use a liquid air freshener make sure you fas...

Page 161: ...pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts Some companies make sheetmetal pieces that seem...

Page 162: ...le to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 164 Changing a Flat Tire 165 If Your Engine Won t Start 170 Nothing Happens 170 The Starter Op...

Page 163: ...me road sur faces than the regular tire Use greater caution while driving on this tire Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especially to fit y...

Page 164: ...n the ignition to LOCK 0 2 Put the transmission in Park automatic or Reverse manual Set the parking brake 3 Open the trunk Raise the trunk floor by lifting up on the back edge 4 Take the tool kit out...

Page 165: ...acking point nearest the tire you need to change It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body Place the jack under the jacking point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top...

Page 166: ...off the ground 10 Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground 11 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a...

Page 167: ...l is firmly against the hub Do not try to tighten them fully 13 Lower the car to the ground and remove the jack 14 Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut tor...

Page 168: ...bolt 17 Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole 18 Store the jack in the trunk with the end bracket on the left side Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Store th...

Page 169: ...starter will not operate With an automatic transmission it must be in Park or Neutral Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very di...

Page 170: ...here are several precau tions you should take Follow the directions closely You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmision by pushing or pulling it To jump start your car 1 Open the hood and c...

Page 171: ...le to any other part of the engine 5 If the booster battery is in another car have an assistant start that car and run it at a fast idle 6 Start your car If the starter motor still operates slowly che...

Page 172: ...on 1 Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in neutral or Park and set the parking brake Turn off the heating and cooling system and all other accessories Turn on the hazard warning...

Page 173: ...without pushing down to the first stop This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system After the pressure releases push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off 10 Start the engine an...

Page 174: ...hood and check the oil level see page 119 Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected an engine that is very low on oil can loose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuve...

Page 175: ...t to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly By eliminatin...

Page 176: ...tch the indicator light If it stays on have your car checked by the dealer as soon as possible Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem Avoid full throttle acceleration and driving...

Page 177: ...blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate you can close the moonroof manually 3 Get the tool kit out of the trunk 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the cent...

Page 178: ...wo fuse boxes The underhood fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the battery To open push the tab as shown Cars equipped with ABS have a third fuse box for the ABS It is in the front...

Page 179: ...se box which fuse or fuses control that component Check those fuses first but check all the fuses before deciding that is not the cause Replace any blown fuses and check the component s operation 1 Tu...

Page 180: ...ighter or radio If you replace the burned out 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 rati...

Page 181: ...ion and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be trans ported by flat bed it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If due to damage yo...

Page 182: ...lly oriented owner Identification Numbers 184 Specifications 186 Anti lock Brake System 188 Supplemental Restraint System 189 Emission Controls 190 The Clean Air Act 190 Crankcase Emission Control Sys...

Page 183: ...ur ing your car The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the Certificati...

Page 184: ...ion Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Technical Information TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Main Menu Table...

Page 185: ...X Canada EX V 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 4 0 11 US gal 0 09 Imp gal 2 US DX LX Canada LX EX 3 US EX Canada EX V 4 Excluding th...

Page 186: ...Specifications 1 US DX LX Canada LX EX 2 US EX Canada EX V 3 US EX Canada EX V with ABS 4 Canada EX V without ABS Technical Information Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 187: ...the control unit detects a wheel locking up it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator solenoid unit There are three solenoids one for each front wheel and one for the rear wheels The ene...

Page 188: ...nt which burns instantaneously The gas produced by the burning propellant inflates the airbag instantly The airbag is vented so it stays inflated for only an instant and does not block the driver s vi...

Page 189: ...tion summarizes how the emission con trols work Scheduled maintenance is on page 113 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the t...

Page 190: ...inject under all operating conditions Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Three Way Catalytic Converter The...

Page 191: ...ustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flamma bles A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine...

Page 192: ...ranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages 194 Customer Relations Information 195 U S Zone Office Map 196 Canada Zone Office Map 197 Authorized Manuals 199 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Me...

Page 193: ...ns which apply to all these war ranties Please read the 1993 Honda Warranties booklet that came with your car for precise information on warranty coverages Your Honda s original tires are covered by t...

Page 194: ...ou are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office Refer to the U S and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages When y...

Page 195: ...P O Box 337 Eastgate Industrial Park 115 Gaither Drive Moorestown New Jersey 08057 609 235 5533 Includes NYC Metro area and Fairfield County CT area Mid Atlantic Zone 902 Wind River Ln Suite 200 Gaith...

Page 196: ...d Winnipeg Manitoba R2X 1R3 204 632 8650 Central Zone Honda Canada Inc 305 Milner Avenue Suite 105 Scarborough Ontario M1B 3V4 416 299 3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc 1750 Eiffel Boucherville Quebec...

Page 197: ...For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 313 883 1430 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should contact their a...

Page 198: ...or the Journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth t...

Page 199: ...Alcohol and Drugs 23 Alcohol in Gasoline 88 Antifreeze 123 Anti lock Brakes ABS Description 188 Indicator Light 32 108 Operation 108 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 46 Appearance Care 155 Ashtrays 60...

Page 200: ...g System Light 31 176 Check Engine Light 32 177 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 128 Battery Condition 136 Brake Fluid 130 Clutch Fluid 131 Engine Belts 142 Engine Coolant 123 Engine Oil 119 Fuse...

Page 201: ...y Fuel 94 Emergencies on the Road 163 Battery Jump Starting 171 Changing a Flat Tire 165 Charging System Light 176 Check Engine Light 177 Checking the Fuses 180 Low Oil Pressure Light 175 Malfunction...

Page 202: ...79 Gas Mileage Improving 94 Gasohol 88 Gasoline 88 Filter 134 Gauge 35 Octane Requirement 88 Tank Filling the 90 Gas Station Procedures 90 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 35 Fuel 35 Gearshift Lever...

Page 203: ...rking 37 Turn Signal 38 Loading Cargo 96 LOCK Ignition Key Position 46 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 46 Fuel Fill Door 90 Glove Box 57 Power Door 47 Trunk 48 Low Coolant Level 123 Lower Gear Downsh...

Page 204: ...rrors 55 Steering 132 Windows 53 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 10 Proper Seat Belt Usage 7 Radiator Overheating 173 Radio Cassette Sound System 71 Rear End Towing 182 Rear Lights Bulb Replacement 150 Rea...

Page 205: ...ystem 71 Spare Tire Inflating 164 Specifications 187 Spark Plugs Replacing 134 Specifications Charts 186 Speed Control 42 Speedometer 34 SRS Indicator 13 31 START Ignition Key Position 46 Starting the...

Page 206: ...ear 145 Trip Meter 34 Trunk 48 Opening the 48 Open Monitor Light 32 Turn Signals 38 Underside Cleaning 156 Unexpected Taking Care of the 163 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 145 Unleaded Gasoline 88 Uphol...

Page 207: ...ows Cleaning 160 Operating the Power 53 Rear Defogger 40 Windshield Cleaning 39 Defroster 70 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 139 Operation 39 Worn Tires 143 Wrecker Emergency Towing 182 Index Main M...

Page 208: ...pare Tire Pressure 415 kPa 4 15 kg cm2 60 psi Tire Size Front and Rear US DX LX Canada LX EX P175 70R 13 82S US EX Canada EX V P175 65R 14 81H Spare Tire US DX LX Canada LX EX T105 80D 13 US EX Canada...

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