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Taking Care of the Unexpected

This section covers the more-

common problems that motorists
experience with their cars. It gives
you information about how to safely
evaluate the problem and what to do
to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,

you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions

on getting your car towed.

Compact Spare Tire.......................

174

Changing a Flat Tire.....................

175

If Your Engine Won't Start...........

181

Nothing Happens.......................

181

The Starter Operates

Normally.................................

182

Jump Starting.................................

182

If Your Engine Overheats.............

184

Low Oil Pressure...........................

186

Charging System Indication.........

187

Malfunction Indicator Lamp/

Check Engine Light..................

188

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

189

Checking and Replacing...........

190

Towing............................................

194

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Summary of Contents for Del Sol 1995

Page 1: ...o load luggage and other cargo Driving 99 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 115 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to t...

Page 2: ...his owner s manual in your car so you can refer to it at any time Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it The next owner will find it just as helpful Several warranties protect y...

Page 3: ...ARNING 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 instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t fol...

Page 4: ...ts About Airbags 11 How the Driver s Airbag Works 12 How the Passenger s Airbag Works 13 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 14 System Service 14 System Service Precautions 15 Additional Safety Informat...

Page 5: ...ay 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 especially during rear end impact...

Page 6: ...esigned for adults and larger children Children must be properly restrained in child safety seats see page 18 A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child see pag...

Page 7: ...that goes over your shoulder across your chest and across your hips Each lap shoulder belt has an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while i...

Page 8: ...k as possible 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 Position the lap po...

Page 9: ...lap portion as low as possible see page 7 Each time you have a check up ask your doctor if it s okay for you to drive and how you should position a lap shoulder seat belt Seat Belt Maintenance For sa...

Page 10: ...er occupant protection features The main components in your SRS are One airbag in the steering wheel for the driver and another in the dashboard for the passenger Sensors that can detect a severe fron...

Page 11: ...s During a crash your seat belts will help to restrain your lower body and torso The airbags will provide a cushion to absorb crash energy and help keep the head and chest of the driver and passenger...

Page 12: ...including fatal injuries can occur in a severe collision even if seat belts are worn properly and the airbags inflate No safety system can provide complete protection in a severe crash Just from viewi...

Page 13: ...me facial abrasions or other injuries To reduce the possibility of injury you should always sit back as far from the steering wheel as is practical while still maintaining full vehicle control After t...

Page 14: ...e It can seriously hurt a passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the seat belt properly The passenger should move the seat as far back as practical and sit well back in the seat We st...

Page 15: ...s The light comes on or flashes while you are driving System Service Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenance free There are no parts you can safely service You must have the system...

Page 16: ...o works on your car that you have a supplemental restraint system Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in the official Honda service manual could result in personal injury or damage to the...

Page 17: ...most protection 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 unde...

Page 18: ...ere 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 It is also for their safety that pets should be properly restraine...

Page 19: ...r child s toddler seat in the passenger s seat with the car s lap shoulder belt and a locking clip see page 22 The vehicle seat should be moved as far back as possible If the passenger s bag inflates...

Page 20: ...g 40 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 complian...

Page 21: ...e you to use a different car whenever you need to drive with an infant Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg 20 and 40 Ibs Toddler seats are designed for children who weigh between 9 and...

Page 22: ...seat belt on your child and check its fit The shoulder belt should fit over the collarbone and across the chest The lap belt should sit low on your child s hips not across the stomach If the shoulder...

Page 23: ...shoulder belt through the restraint according to the seat manufac turer s instructions 2 Insert the latch plate into the buckle Pull on the shoulder part of the belt to make sure there is no slack in...

Page 24: ...g with a small flat tipped screw driver or fingernail file 3 Install the tether hardware that came with the child seat Tighten to 22 N m 2 2 kg m 16 Ib ft Make sure to route the tether through the spa...

Page 25: ...r is on the bottom of the bolt The supplied anchor plate is designed only for mounting a child restraint Do not use it for any other purpose Storing a Child Seat When you are not using a child restrai...

Page 26: ...you know you are 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 transpo...

Page 27: ...run the engine only 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...

Page 28: ...gation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer...

Page 29: ...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 dealer for a replac...

Page 30: ...hield Wipers 41 Windshield Washers 41 Auxiliary Lights 42 Hazard Warning 42 Rear Window Defogger 42 Steering Wheel Adjustment 43 Steering Wheel Controls 44 Cruise Control 44 Horn 47 Keys and Locks 47...

Page 31: ...s and Controls DIGITAL CLOCK P 62 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 70 AUDIO SYSTEM P 75 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 93 TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE P 51 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 92 POWER WINDOW SWITCH P 53 MIRROR CONTROLS...

Page 32: ...st it cannot alert you if that system develops a problem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems Canadian cars have different indicators as noted in the text PARKING BRAK...

Page 33: ...his indicator lights when the oil pressure in the engine drops low enough to cause damage It should light when the ignition is ON II and go out after the engine starts If this light flashes or stays o...

Page 34: ...Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates one of the engine s emission c...

Page 35: ...ink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out see page 159 Replace the bulb as soon as possible since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling When you turn...

Page 36: ...f this happens stop the car in a safe place and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine Watch the ABS light If it does not go off or comes back on again while driving take the ca...

Page 37: ...achometer 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 federal...

Page 38: ...u turn the ignition 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 th...

Page 39: ...are on the right edge of the dash above the instrument panel On the US Si and VTEC models There is cruise control switch on the left edge The instrument panel brightness control is on the instrument...

Page 40: ...indicator will light see page 34 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 t...

Page 41: ...e 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 automatically as you c...

Page 42: ...the wipers run continu ously 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 windshield...

Page 43: ...urn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic or if your car is disabled Rear Window Defogge...

Page 44: ...pedals 2 The lever to tilt the steering wheel is under the steering column to the left Push this lever all the way down 3 Move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position Position the wheel...

Page 45: ...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 blocki...

Page 46: ...ch the desired 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 eithe...

Page 47: ...tch pedal or press the SET and RE SUME buttons at the same time the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down You can use the accelerator pedal in th...

Page 48: ...the Cruise Control Horn Press either of the buttons on the steering wheel spokes to sound the horn Keys Your car comes with two kinds of keys a master key and a valet key Ignition Doors Rear locking c...

Page 49: ...tch The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column It has four positions LOCK 0 ACCES SORY I ON II and START III LOCK 0 You can insert or remove the key only in this position When you...

Page 50: ...when you let go of the key You will hear a reminder beeper if you open the driver s door with the key in the LOCK or ACCESSORY position Remove the key to turn it off Door Locks Each door has a lock t...

Page 51: ...or or lock the driver s door from the outside with the key Only the driver s door unlocks when you use the key or lock tab To unlock the passenger s door use the master door lock switch or pull out th...

Page 52: ...the trunk lid Except for Canadian S model You can also open the trunk by pulling the trunk release handle to the left of the driver s seat To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key...

Page 53: ...before you start driving To adjust the seat forward and backward pull up on the lever under the seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever Try to move the se...

Page 54: ...ng the switch up and holding it To open the passenger s window or rear window from the master control panel push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired po...

Page 55: ...ly works to lower the driver s window To raise the window you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger s...

Page 56: ...oof panel before you remove it so dirt and water do not fall in the interior and trunk Make sure any items you store in the trunk will not tumble around and damage the roof panel One person should be...

Page 57: ...der to make sure it is locked in place Unlock the roof locks by pivoting them forward 4 Release each side of the roof by pushing the lock tab sideways and pulling down the release lever Carefully lift...

Page 58: ...levers toward the back of the car Installing 1 Open both windows 2 Turn off the engine and set the parking brake 3 Open the trunk 4 Release the roof from the holder by pushing the tabs and pivoting th...

Page 59: ...re in the unlocked down position 6 Set the roof in place on the car Make sure all four corners are sitting flush with the car body 7 Secure the roof by turning each release lever until the lock tab cl...

Page 60: ...e the roof holder push down on it until it locks Make sure it is locked so it will not rattle or damage the trunk lid Roof Unlatched Indicator This indicator lights when you turn the ignition ON II if...

Page 61: ...ors Available only on Si and VTEC models Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver s door 1 Turn the ignition switch ON II 2 Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R...

Page 62: ...ing brake pull the lever up fully To release it pull up slightly push the button and lower the lever The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully relea...

Page 63: ...red time You can use the R button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour If the displayed time is before the half hour pressing the R button sets the clock back to the previous hour If the displa...

Page 64: ...rage holder open the center console compartment Pull the beverage holder out while pushing the locking tab Use the beverage holder only when the car is parked If you place cups in the holder while dri...

Page 65: ...lighter is next to the ashtray under the ashtray lid The ignition switch must be in ACCES SORY I or ON II for the cigarette lighter to work To heat up the lighter push it in It will pop out when it is...

Page 66: ...t paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray Interior Light The interior light has a three position switch In the OFF position the light does not come on In the center position the interior li...

Page 67: ...with the optional audio system you selected Heating and Cooling 68 What Each Control Does 70 How to Use the System 71 Controlling Air Flow Direction 71 Ventilation 71 To Cool with A C 72 To Heat 73 To...

Page 68: ...ditioning system is available from your dealer It meets Honda s high quality standards and is designed to fit your car Please contact your dealer for more information The direction of air flow from th...

Page 69: ...eating and Cooling The heating and cooling system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris Comfort and Convenience Feature...

Page 70: ...ning 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 MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER AI...

Page 71: ...r The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air circulating The air conditioning system does not depend on engine temperature...

Page 72: ...fan to maximum speed 4 Open the windows partially Select the Recirculation mode and When the interior reaches a com fortable temperature close the windows and set the system for cooling as described...

Page 73: ...When used in combination with the heater it makes the interior warm and dry MODE BUTTONS FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH 1 Switch the fan on 2 Turn on the air condit...

Page 74: ...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...

Page 75: ...dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accordingly The cassette player features auto reverse for continuous play The Anti theft feature disables the system if it is disconnected from the car s...

Page 76: ...he station it was last tuned to Adjust the volume by turning the ON VOL knob ON VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR Select the band you want to listen to by pressing the AM or FM button You will see the selecte...

Page 77: ...uency to the next number Press 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...

Page 78: ...d station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that 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 on AM and twelve on FM AM BUTTON...

Page 79: ...s even if the radio is off You can use the Balance control to turn off the radio panel illumination even with the radio on Push the control knob so it pops out then pull it out slightly further Check...

Page 80: ...n the 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 AM BUTTON FM BUTTON Stations mu...

Page 81: ...ard is now playing To play the other side of the tape press the PROG button The system also has an Auto reverse feature It will automatically reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette...

Page 82: ...tem reaches the end of the cassette while in fast forward or rewind it automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play REW BUTTON TMS BUTTON The TMS function lets you skip to t...

Page 83: ...sfactorily on tapes that have almost no gap between songs a high noise level between songs or silent periods in the middle of songs TMS BUTTON Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the...

Page 84: ...the CD changer the ignition key must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II If you are listening to a cassette tape eject it before playing a CD ON VOL KNOB CD BUTTON Press the CD button until CD appears on the...

Page 85: ...of the next track on that CD It will skip backward to the begin ning of the current track if you press the side and release it If you change modes to radio or tape while a CD is playing then change ba...

Page 86: ...D Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer Comfort and Conven...

Page 87: ...that do not play normally If it ejects a cassette before it begins to play it is probably defective and should not be inserted again You may have a cassette suddenly stop playing reverse directions on...

Page 88: ...both cards you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer To do this you will need the system s serial number If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead the audio system will disable...

Page 89: ...ckages This section will help you If you plan to add any accesso ries to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 90 Gasoline 90 Oxygenated Fuels 90 Driving in Foreig...

Page 90: ...se in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits Using gasoline containing lead will damage y...

Page 91: ...so damage metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or p...

Page 92: ...escapes 4 Stop 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 ba...

Page 93: ...he parking brake Pull the hood release handle located under the left lower corner of the dashboard The hood will pop up slightly 2 Standing in front of the car put your fingers under the front edge of...

Page 94: ...the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot above the fender then let it drop Oil Check Check the engine oil level every time you fill the car with fuel Wait...

Page 95: ...on the proper oil and how to add it 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 En...

Page 96: ...pid acceler ation abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel Always drive in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and acceler ate smoothly Depending on traffic conditions try to maintai...

Page 97: ...dling and stability Your car has several computer controlled systems including the SRS system the engine s fuel injection and the Anti lock brake system Strong electronic inter ference can affect thei...

Page 98: ...r is the total weight of cargo you can load in or on the car With two occupants a driver and a passenger the maximum recommended weight for cargo is 45 kg 100 Ibs Where you store this cargo and how we...

Page 99: ...he Engine 101 5 speed Manual Transmission 101 Automatic Transmission 101 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 102 5 speed Manual Transmission 103 Recommended Shift Points 104 Maximum Speeds 104 A...

Page 100: ...you may be carrying with you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 52 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 60 7...

Page 101: ...e pressure on 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 flo...

Page 102: ...es not race Starting 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 ad...

Page 103: ...into reverse with the car moving Depress the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before putting it in reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won...

Page 104: ...lowing shift points are recommended S Si VTEC Maximum Speeds The speeds in this table are the maximums for the given gears If you exceed these speeds the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s...

Page 105: ...l what seems like another shift when the converter locks Shift Lever Positions This display is on the instrument panel It shows you the position of the shift lever SHIFT LEVER The shift lever has seve...

Page 106: ...elerator pedal Press the release button on the side of the shift lever to move it If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page 108 You m...

Page 107: ...and go driving For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4 you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to the floor The transmission will shift down one or tw...

Page 108: ...rols The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone Si Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake peda...

Page 109: ...ting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly causing them to build up heat Heat build up can reduce how well your brakes work It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing...

Page 110: ...has two separate circuits Each circuit works diagonally across the car the left front brake is connected with the right rear brake etc If one circuit should develop a problem you will still have braki...

Page 111: ...the ABS has activated However you may feel the ABS activate immedi ately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice Under all conditions the ABS is helping to prevent the wheels from locking so you can...

Page 112: ...o drive in bad weather The cruise control should not be used in these condi tions Driving Technique Always drive slower than you would in dry weather It takes your car longer to react even in conditio...

Page 113: ...ar and proper pressure Both are important in preventing hydroplaning loss of traction on a wet surface In the winter mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling Watch road conditions car...

Page 114: ...Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer Attempting to do so can void your warranties Driving...

Page 115: ...ord 122 Periodic Checks 124 Fluid Locations 125 Engine Oil 126 Checking Engine Oil 126 Adding 126 Recommended Oil 127 Additives 128 Oil and Filter Changes 128 Cooling System 131 Checking the Engine Co...

Page 116: ...chanic Some of the most important safety precautions are given in the next page However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whet...

Page 117: ...engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the to...

Page 118: ...puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label in the glove box Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit Drive y...

Page 119: ...e Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done These are manufactured to the same high quality standards as the original components so you can be confident of their perfomance and durabil...

Page 120: ...ule on the next page do not apply For Canadian Owners This Maintenance Schedule outlines the minimum required maintenance that you should perform to ensure the trouble free operation of your vehicle D...

Page 121: ...atures driving less than 16 km 10 miles per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Driving with a car top carrier or driving in...

Page 122: ...Required Maintenance Record Maintenance Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below Keep receipts for all work done on your car...

Page 123: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 121 Maintenance...

Page 124: ...check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 136 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 137 Brakes clutch and power steering Check the fluid level monthly See pages...

Page 125: ...ay cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Gray cap CLUTCH FLUID 5 M T only Gray cap ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap...

Page 126: ...s tube 3 Pull 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 Addin...

Page 127: ...s formulated to help your engine use less fuel The API Service label also tells you the service classification of the oil Always use an oil that says API Service SG or SH This service rating may also...

Page 128: ...n will not increase your car s performance or longevity It only increases the cost of operating your car Oil and Filter Changes Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance reco...

Page 129: ...oil drain bolt from the bottom of the engine Drain the oil into an appropriate container 3 Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain A special wrench available from your Honda dealer is re...

Page 130: ...ral 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 level If necessary add oil to bring the level to the upper mark on...

Page 131: ...uine Honda Anti freeze Coolant The cooling 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...

Page 132: ...ckwise RESERVE TANK 4 The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck Add coolant if it is low 5 Put the radiator cap back on Tighten it fully 6 Pour coolant into the reserve tank Fill i...

Page 133: ...he underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Slide the heater temperature control lever to maximum heat Open the hood M...

Page 134: ...bolt threads and reinstall the bolt in the engine block Tighten it securely FILLER NECK Fill up to here 6 Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean...

Page 135: ...e filler neck Put the cap on the radiator only tighten it to the first stop Start the engine and let it run until it warms up the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice RESERVE TANK 10 Turn off...

Page 136: ...the reservoir s fluid level by removing 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...

Page 137: ...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 Auto matic Transmission Fluid or a...

Page 138: ...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 SG grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W...

Page 139: ...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 indication that your brak...

Page 140: ...inspect the system 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...

Page 141: ...d to the UPPER LEVEL Using automatic transmission fluid or another brand of power steering fluid will damage the system Use only GENUINE HONDA Power Steering Fluid V A low power steering fluid level c...

Page 142: ...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 the old air cleaner...

Page 143: ...d design for longer life They only need to be replaced every 6 years or 96 000 km 60 000 miles whichever comes first Replacement 1 VTEC Only Remove the four nuts then remove the spark plug cover 2 Cle...

Page 144: ...turn after it contacts the cylinder head Tightening torque 18 N m 1 8 kg m 13 Ib ft Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening c...

Page 145: ...ZFR6J 11 Nippondenso KJ20CR L11 Spark Plug Gap 1 1 mm 0 04 in VTEC NGK PFR6L 13 Nippondenso PK20PR L13 Spark Plug Gap 1 3 mm 0 05 in Battery Check the condition of your car s battery monthly You shou...

Page 146: ...l Center or a physician immediately Check the battery condition by looking at the test indicator window on the battery Blue Good condition Red Add distilled water White Charging necessary Check the ba...

Page 147: ...VTEC models If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead the audio system will disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see Code in the frequency display Use the Preset button...

Page 148: ...hat are getting hard 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 fr...

Page 149: ...or metal rein 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 int...

Page 150: ...or soft bristle brush to clean them Run the air conditioning at least once a week during the cold weather months Run it for at least ten minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engin...

Page 151: ...ns of wear or looseness have your dealer adjust or replace the belts Tires To safely operate your car your tires must be the proper type and size in good condition with adequate tread and correctly in...

Page 152: ...are cold This means the car has been parked for at least three hours If you have to drive the car before checking the tire pressure the tires can still be considered cold if you drive less than 1 6 k...

Page 153: ...you find either of these conditions Cuts splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or tread Excessive tread wear Your car s tires have wear indicators molded int...

Page 154: ...ar more evenly you should have the tires rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 miles Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated You may find tires designated as Directional...

Page 155: ...R13 82S Si P185 60R14 82H VTEC P195 60R14 85V See Tire Information on page 201 for additional information about tire and wheel size designations See page 202 for information about DOT Tire Quality Gra...

Page 156: ...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 metal chains are used they must be SAE class S Cable type traction devi...

Page 157: ...page 199 to determine 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 pro...

Page 158: ...cal 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 an Auxiliary Light Bulb The auxiliary lights are loca...

Page 159: ...turning it counter clockwise 5 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 6 Insert the socket back into the lens Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Turn on the parki...

Page 160: ...l or side marker Remove the socket for that bulb by turning it counter clockwise 4 To remove the tail stoplight bulb back up light bulb or the turn signal bulb push it in slightly and turn it counterc...

Page 161: ...Pull the bulb straight out of the socket 5 Install the new bulb Test it to make sure it works 6 Reinstall the light assembly on the bracket Install the mounting screws and tighten them securely Replac...

Page 162: ...Lights 2 Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs 3 Push the new bulb into the metal tabs Snap the lens back in place Maintenance TRUNK LIGHT...

Page 163: ...slightly if the car is being stored indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield Apply a silicone spray lubricant t...

Page 164: ...appearance the paint bright work wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 166 Washing 166 Waxing 167 Paint Touch up 167 Aluminum Wheels 1...

Page 165: ...ishwashing 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 and work your way down...

Page 166: ...nda when it is 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...

Page 167: ...After this dries apply the touch up paint Build up the paint in the damaged area to the level of the surrounding paint Several thin coats of paint are better than one thick coat Aluminum Wheels On Si...

Page 168: ...n off stubborn spots use a commercially available fabric cleaner Test it on a hidden area of the fabric first to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric Follow the instructions that come with...

Page 169: ...of your car it is best to use a solid type Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi cals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor If you use a liquid air freshener ma...

Page 170: ...car needs repairs after a collision 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 compani...

Page 171: ...oad you may be able to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 174 Changing a Flat Tire 175 If Your Engine Won t Start 181 Nothing Happens 1...

Page 172: ...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 The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed espec...

Page 173: ...und away from traffic Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition to LOCK 0 2 Put the transmission in Park automatic or Reverse manual Set the parking brake 3 Open the trunk and lift up th...

Page 174: ...nscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well 6 Turn the jack s end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it then remove the jack 7 Loosen the four wheel nuts 1 2 turn with the wheel wrenc...

Page 175: ...g point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting on the jack notch 9 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the car until the flat tire is off the ground 10 Remove the wheel nuts and w...

Page 176: ...could damage the wheel surface 12 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth 13 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tig...

Page 177: ...rely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to 110 N m 11 kg m 80 Ib ft 16 On the Si and VTEC models Remove...

Page 178: ...bolt back into its hole 20 Store the jack in its holder with the end bracket facing to the rear Turn the jack s end bracket to lock it in place Replace the cover Store the tool kit 21 Store the wheel...

Page 179: ...floor or the 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 headlight...

Page 180: ...sing a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure there are several precautions you should take Follow the directions closely You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission b...

Page 181: ...is jumper cable 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 operat...

Page 182: ...take immediate action 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...

Page 183: ...nterclockwise 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...

Page 184: ...r a minute Open the hood and check the oil level see page 126 Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and ot...

Page 185: ...rol etc Try not 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...

Page 186: ...atch 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 187: ...fuse boxes The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side Remove the fuse box lid by swinging the lid down and pulling it straight out of its hinges The underhood fuse box is l...

Page 188: ...x lid 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 Tur...

Page 189: ...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 c...

Page 190: ...Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX On Canadian cars Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 191: ...Fuses UNDERHOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Page 192: ...ur car s suspension and body can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted If your Honda cannot be transported by flat bed it should be towed with the front wheels off the ground If d...

Page 193: ...200 Tire Information 201 Tire Size Designation 201 Wheel Size Designation 201 Tire Speed Ratings 201 Tire Pressure Adjustment For High Speed Driving 202 DOT Tire Quality Grading 202 Treadwear 203 Trac...

Page 194: ...icensing and insuring 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...

Page 195: ...Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...

Page 196: ...VTEC Technical Information 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 S 3 Si 4 VTEC 5 Excluding the oil remainin...

Page 197: ...Specifications 1 S 2 Si 3 VTEC 4 U S Si with ABS Technical Information page 192 page 193 VTEC...

Page 198: ...nit 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 energized solenoi...

Page 199: ...Index a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry H Speed Rating Symbol See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information Wheel Size Designation Wheels are...

Page 200: ...excessive heat can build up and cause sudden tire failure S Si VTEC Be sure to readjust the pressure for normal driving speeds You should wait until the tires are cold before adjusting the tire press...

Page 201: ...as signed to this tire is based on brak ing straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the...

Page 202: ...them This section summarizes how the emission controls work Scheduled maintenance is on page 120 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions va...

Page 203: ...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 three...

Page 204: ...lace 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 THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic con...

Page 205: ...Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages 208 Customer Relations Information 209 U S Zone Office Map 210 Canada Zone Office Map 211 Authorized Manuals 213 Warranty and Customer Relations...

Page 206: ...ime period with no mileage limit Accessory Limited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors Please r...

Page 207: ...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 followin...

Page 208: ...Pressure Tires 151 Alcohol and Drugs 25 Alcohol in Gasoline 90 Antifreeze 131 Anti lock Brakes ABS Description 200 Indicator Light 35 111 Operation 111 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 48 Appearance C...

Page 209: ...n of ii CD Player 84 Certification Label 196 Chains 156 Change Oil How to 128 When to 120 Changing a Flat Tire 175 Changing Engine Coolant 133 Charging System Indicator 32 187 Check Engine Light 33 18...

Page 210: ...uality Grading 202 Downshifting 5 speed Manual Transmission 103 Drive Belts 151 Driving 99 Economy 96 In Bad Weather 112 In Foreign Countries 91 Economy Fuel 96 Emergencies on the Road 173 Battery Jum...

Page 211: ...ling the 92 Fuses Checking the 190 Gas Mileage Improving 96 Gasohol 90 Gasoline 90 Gauge 37 Octane Requirement 90 Tank Filling the 92 Gas Station Procedures 92 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 37 Fue...

Page 212: ...or 31 Parking 39 Turn Signal 40 Loading Cargo 98 LOCK Ignition Key Position 48 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 48 Fuel Fill Door 92 Rear Locking Compartment 52 Trunk 50 Low Coolant Level 131 Lower Ge...

Page 213: ...ing Seat Belts 8 Proper Seat Belt Usage 6 Radiator Overheating 184 Radio Cassette Sound System 75 Rear End Towing 194 Rear Lights Bulb Replacement 160 Rear Locking Compartment 52 Rear View Mirror 60 R...

Page 214: ...ons 199 Spark Plugs Replacing 143 Specifications Charts 198 Speed Control 44 Speedometer 36 SRS Indicator 14 33 START Ignition Key Position 49 Starting the Engine 101 In Cold Weather at High Altitude...

Page 215: ...Open Monitor 33 Turn Signals 40 Underside Cleaning 171 Unexpected Taking Care of the 173 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 202 Unleaded Gasoline 90 Upholstery Cleaning 169 Used Oil How to Dispose of 130 Ve...

Page 216: ...Windshield Cleaning 41 Defroster 74 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 148 Operation 41 Worn Tires 153 Wrecker Emergency Towing 194 Index...

Page 217: ...d S Front Rear 220 kPa 2 2 kg cm 2 32 psi Si VTEC Front Rear 200 kPa 2 0 kg cm 2 29 psi Spare Tire Pressure 415 kPa 4 15 kg cm 2 60 psi Tire Size Front and Rear S P175 70R13 82S Si P185 60R1482H VTEC...

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