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Air Cleaner

3. Loosen the four bolts and remove

the air cleaner housing cover.

4. Remove the old air cleaner

element.
Clean the inside of the air cleaner
housing with a damp rag.

AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

5. Place the new air cleaner element

in the air cleaner housing.

6. Reinstall the air cleaner housing

cover, tighten the four bolts.

7. Reinstall the air intake cover.

Reinstall the two pins and secure
them by pushing on the heads
until they lock.

8. Reinstall the air duct on the air

cleaner housing cover.

Maintenance

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Summary of Contents for Odyssey 1995

Page 1: ...load luggage and other cargo Driving 117 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 135 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to ta...

Page 2: ...r 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 your Hond...

Page 3: ...G 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 follow i...

Page 4: ...cts About Airbags 13 How the Driver s Airbag Works 14 How the Passenger s Airbag Works 15 How the SRS Indicator Light Works 16 System Service 16 System Service Precautions 17 Additional Safety Informa...

Page 5: ...seat back can decrease the effec tiveness of your seat belt Head restraints can help protect your neck and head especially during rear end impacts Door locks help keep your doors from being accidental...

Page 6: ...n they are sitting in a locked upright seat and are properly restrained by seat belts Passengers should not stand up or change seats while the vehicle is moving If they are not wearing seat belts duri...

Page 7: ...as a single belt 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 y...

Page 8: ...at belts properly Wearing a Lap Shoulder Belt Before putting on the seat belt move the driver s seat as far back as is practical while still allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle Make s...

Page 9: ...that the belt is not twisted 3 Position the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips not across your stomach This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash 4 Pull up o...

Page 10: ...n on the buckle Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar If the belt doesn t retract easily pull it out and check for twists or kinks Wearing the Lap Belt 1 Pull the latch plate across your...

Page 11: ...elt to adjust for a snug but comfortable fit Advice for Pregnant Women To unlatch the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle Protecting the mother is the best way to protect her unborn child The...

Page 12: ...ety you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly Pull out each belt fully and look for frays cuts burns and wear Check that the latches work smoothly and the lap shoulder belts retract...

Page 13: ...Emergency backup power in case your car s electrical system is disconnected in a crash What Happens In a Crash If you ever have a severe frontal collision the sensors will detect rapid deceleration a...

Page 14: ...cannot protect you during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash sequence Injuries including fatal injuries can occur in a severe collision even if seat belts are worn properly and the...

Page 15: ...sions 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 the bag complet...

Page 16: ...nt seat passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the seat belt properly Front seat passengers should move the seat as far back as practical and sit well back in the seat We strongly rec...

Page 17: ...mes 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 serviced by a...

Page 18: ...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 system Scrappi...

Page 19: ...tion 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 i...

Page 20: ...iving with Pets Loose pets can be a hazard while you are 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...

Page 21: ...nd seat and secure it with the vehicle s lap shoulder belt or lap belt seven passenger model If you use the lap shoulder belt be sure to follow the instructions on page 25 We strongly recommend that y...

Page 22: ...f you are wearing your seat belt the violent forces created during a crash will tear the child from your arms The child could be seriously hurt or killed If you are holding a child and not wearing a s...

Page 23: ...of a lap shoulder belt A child whose seat is not properly secured to the car can be endangered in a crash To properly route a seat belt through a child seat follow the seat maker s instructions If you...

Page 24: ...t seat with great force The infant seat can be dislodged or struck with enough force to cause very serious injury to the infant Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg 20 and 40 Ibs Toddler...

Page 25: ...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 belt...

Page 26: ...hed 3 Slowly pull the shoulder portion of the belt out of the retractor until it stops 4 Allow the belt to slowly feed back into the retractor You should hear a clicking noise that indicates the locki...

Page 27: ...tether hardware that came with the child seat Tighten to 22 N m 2 2 kg m 16 Ib ft If you are not sure how to install the bracket have it installed by your Honda dealer If you need an anchor plate and...

Page 28: ...it Third Seat Installation There are two attachment points on the tailgate sill Select the attach ment point you want use and remove the plug with a small flat tipped screwdriver or a fingernail file...

Page 29: ...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 transpor tation Call...

Page 30: ...levels of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed areas such as a garage Do not run the engine with the garage door closed Even with the door open run the engine only long enough to move the...

Page 31: ...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 or American Ho...

Page 32: ...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 replacement RADIATOR...

Page 33: ...ontrols 48 Cruise Control 48 Horn 51 Keys and Locks 51 Keys 51 Ignition Switch 52 Power Door Locks 53 Remote Transmitter 54 Childproof Door Locks 54 Tailgate 55 Glove Box 55 Seats 56 Passenger Seating...

Page 34: ...ITCH P 53 POWER WINDOW SWITCH P 64 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 110 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 111 HEATING COOLING CONTROL P 78 AUDIO SYSTEM P 84 Instruments and Controls MIRROR CONTROLS P 67 DIGITAL CLOCK P 6...

Page 35: ...ystem develops a problem Have the dealer check your car for burned out bulbs or other problems The U S instrument panel is shown Differences for the Canadian model are noted in the text Instruments an...

Page 36: ...the side of the road and shut off the engine as soon as you can Turn to page 204 for in structions and precautions on checking the engine Charging System Indicator This light indicates the battery is...

Page 37: ...ave it checked With the light on your car still has normal braking ability but no anti lock Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the igniti...

Page 38: ...f it comes on at any other time it means there is a problem with the DRL There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights High Beam Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights...

Page 39: ...last reset it To reset it push the trip meter reset button 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 I...

Page 40: ...ightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or hilly roads The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition When you add fuel the gauge slowl...

Page 41: ...ard warning switch are on the dashboard under the center air vent The controls near the left air vent are for the sunroof cruise control and instrument panel brightness The lever on the underside of t...

Page 42: ...l you hear a click then let go The blue high beam indicator will light see page 38 To flash the high beams pull back and hold the turn signal lever Release the lever and the high beams will go off The...

Page 43: ...ge with this lever 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 I...

Page 44: ...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 Wind...

Page 45: ...ashers This causes all four outside turn 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 you...

Page 46: ...steering wheel height to suit your preference Do this before you begin driving 1 Adjust the seat so you are a comfortable distance from the pedals 2 The lever to tilt the steering wheel is under the s...

Page 47: ...o 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 position 4 Make sure you have securely...

Page 48: ...ain or bad weather You should have full control of the car under those conditions Using the Cruise Control 1 Push in the Cruise Control Master Switch to the left of the steering column The indicator i...

Page 49: ...ired 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 w...

Page 50: ...l 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 pedal to cancel cruise control the system retains the previously set cruising...

Page 51: ...alet key only works the ignition and the door locks You can keep the glove box locked when you leave your car and valet key at a parking facility You should have received a key number plate with your...

Page 52: ...will lock the steering column when you remove the key ACCESSORY I In this position you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter ON II This is the normal key position when driving All featur...

Page 53: ...ulling up the lock tab on the driver s door unlocks only that door The lock tab on each passenger s door locks and unlocks only that door The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside wi...

Page 54: ...tion is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired...

Page 55: ...e then lift up the tailgate Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle Close it with a firm push Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key Instruments and Controls An open...

Page 56: ...e seats with armrests for two front passengers a bench seat for three passengers in the second row and a bench seat for two passengers in the third row For greater cargo capacity the seat in the secon...

Page 57: ...ll up on the lever on the side of the seat back Move the seat back to the desired position and release the lever Let the seat back latch in the new position Driver s Seat Power Height Adjustment U S E...

Page 58: ...rd To lower the restraint press the release button and push the restraint down To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair pull it up as far as it will go Press the release button and pull the r...

Page 59: ...r Pull the seat back angle adjustment lever forward and push the seat back to the desired position then release the lever Make sure the seat is securely locked in place Removing the Second Seats in th...

Page 60: ...injury in a sudden stop or crash To reinstall a seat hook the front of the seat to the floor then push the back into the locks Make sure both the front and the back of the seat are securely fastened...

Page 61: ...e this procedure to return the seat to the upright position Make sure you store the fastening strap properly and that the seat is locked securely before driving Reclining the Second Seat Seven passeng...

Page 62: ...s procedure to return the second seat to the upright position Make sure you install the head restraints before driving see page 58 Folding the Third Seat in All Models To create more cargo space you c...

Page 63: ...To return the seat to the upright position 1 Pull the seat out of the recess by pulling on the handle Pivot the seat forward all the way KNOB 2 Turn the knob on the seat back and pull the seat back u...

Page 64: ...close the window pull back 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...

Page 65: ...dows unintentionally Sunroof On some models Use the switch on the dashboard to open and close the sunroof The ignition must be ON II Push and hold the switch to open the sunroof Release the switch whe...

Page 66: ...y Be sure to 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 th...

Page 67: ...mirror right 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 mirror out of position by accidentally bump...

Page 68: ...ully released see page 36 If you try to drive 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 axl...

Page 69: ...he previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour pressing the RESET button sets the clock for ward to the beginning of the next hour For example 1 06 would RESET backward to 1 00 1 52 wou...

Page 70: ...can also spill from the holders by the second seat when you close the rear doors If the spilled liquid is very hot it can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery ca...

Page 71: ...ent panel lights are on Coin Box COIN BOX To open the coin box pull the upper edge Close it with a firm push Vanity Mirror To use the vanity mirror pull down either sun visor and swing down the cover...

Page 72: ...cause it to overheat Ashtrays ASHTRAY Open the front ashtray by pulling on the bottom edge Push it in to close it To remove the ashtray for emptying push down on the metal plate inside then pull the...

Page 73: ...Honda has two ceiling lights Each ceiling light has a three position switch In the OFF position the lights do not come on In the center position they come on when you open any door In the ON position...

Page 74: ...light comes on when you open the tailgate Courtesy Lights Each door has a courtesy light This light comes on when you open the door Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch This light...

Page 75: ...ng 81 To Defog and Defrost 82 To Turn Everything Off 82 Rear A C Unit 83 Audio System US EX and Canadian EX 84 AM FM Cassette Stereo Audio System 84 Operating the Radio 85 Finding the Radio Station 85...

Page 76: ...SIDE VENT The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable Move the tab in the center of each vent up and down and side to side The side vents can b...

Page 77: ...Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 78: ...s 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 TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER Fresh Air and Reci...

Page 79: ...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 It can produce cold air...

Page 80: ...com fortable temperature close the windows and set the system for cooling as described above Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge see page 40...

Page 81: ...onditioning 3 Select and any desired mode button 4 Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable This setting is suitable for all driving conditions wh...

Page 82: ...ows These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the eng...

Page 83: ...e rear A C on by moving the fan control lever out of the OFF position The indicator will come on Adjust the fan speed by sliding the fan control lever To change the direction of air flow move the tab...

Page 84: ...lby B noise reduction to give excellent sound reproduction The system also senses when a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accordingly Dolby noise reduction manufac tured...

Page 85: ...ed under the fre quency if the station is broadcasting in FM stereo The AM stereo feature is not available Finding the Radio Station You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the sele...

Page 86: ...frequency 1 Select the desired band AM or FM FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button 2 Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick the Preset...

Page 87: ...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 this control i...

Page 88: ...ilohertz 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 frequencies It is fairly common for stations to round...

Page 89: ...lay the other side of the tape press the PROG PLAY button The system also has an Auto reverse feature It will automatically reverse direction when it reaches the end of the cassette PWR VOL KNOB TAPE...

Page 90: ...assette while in fast forward or rewind it automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play Press the RPT button to replay the current passage You will see RPT displayed When th...

Page 91: ...Y The SKIP and RPT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a selection These features may not work satisfactorily on tapes that have almost no gap between songs a high noise level...

Page 92: ...when a metal or chromium dioxide CrO2 tape is being played and adjusts accordingly The Anti theft feature disables the system if it is disconnected from the car s battery To get the system working aga...

Page 93: ...stations on the selected band TUNE SEEK or the Preset buttons PWR VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR TUNE SEEK SWITCH AM FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS The TUNE function lets you find a desired frequency Push the T...

Page 94: ...t you store two frequencies with each Preset button 2 Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station 3 Pick the Preset button you want for that station Press the button and hold...

Page 95: ...select those stations A SEL stays displayed next to the frequency as a reminder If you are in a remote area AUTO SELECT may not find enough stations to fill all the available presets If this is the ca...

Page 96: ...ust the side to side sound to your liking Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it To adjust the Treble level push on the TREBLE BALANCE cont...

Page 97: ...ilohertz 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 frequencies It is fairly common for stations to round...

Page 98: ...ying 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 PWR VOL KNOB E...

Page 99: ...aches the end of the cassette while in fast forward or rewind it automatically stops that function reverses direction and begins to play Press the RPT button to replay the current passage You will see...

Page 100: ...in the display as the tape fast forwards When the system senses a silent period on the tape it goes back to PLAY mode The SKIP and RPT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a sel...

Page 101: ...disc in the magazine When that disc ends the next disc in the magazine is loaded and played After disc 6 has completed the system will return to disc 1 To make your own disc selection push one of the...

Page 102: ...nvenience Features US LX Canada EX PWR VOL KNOB TUNE SEEK BUTTONS RPT INDICATOR CD BUTTON RPT BUTTON PWR VOL KNOB RPT INDICATOR TUNE SEEK SWITCH CD BUTTON A SELECT INDICATOR A SELECT RPT BUTTON US EX...

Page 103: ...S EX model You can get the CD player to randomly select tracks by pressing A SELECT RPT until you see A SEL in the display With this active the system selects and plays the tracks randomly rather than...

Page 104: ...tions 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 Convenience Features...

Page 105: ...assettes 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 dire...

Page 106: ...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 itself If this happens you will...

Page 107: ...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 108 Gasoline 108 Oxygenated Fuels 108 Driving in Foreign Countr...

Page 108: ...ent heavy metallic rapping noise 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...

Page 109: ...irable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more tha...

Page 110: ...ap on the inside of the door as shown 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 change...

Page 111: ...hood to the right of center Slide your hand to the left until you feel the hood latch handle Push this handle up until it releases the hood Lift the hood SUPPORT ROD 3 Pull the support rod out of its...

Page 112: ...l the car with fuel 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 i...

Page 113: ...it 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 151 for information on adding the...

Page 114: ...ion 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 maintain a constant s...

Page 115: ...ding the SRS system the engine s fuel injection and the Anti lock brake system Strong electronic inter ference can affect their operation Electronic communications equip ment such as cellular telephon...

Page 116: ...ver and six passengers the maximum recom mended 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 sure you load c...

Page 117: ...facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer Preparing to Drive 118 Starting the Engine 119 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 119 Automatic Transmission 120 Shift Lever Positions 120 M...

Page 118: ...nside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 56 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page 66 7 Check the adjustment of the st...

Page 119: ...before keep the ignition key in the START III position for no more than 15 seconds Return to step 5 if the engine does not start If it starts lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so the engine doe...

Page 120: ...ocks Shift Lever Positions This display is on the instrument panel It shows you the position of the shift lever It also indicates a possible problem in the transmission if the D4 indicator light flash...

Page 121: ...e the lever out of Park see Shift Lock Release on page 123 You must also pull the shift lever towards you to shift into Park To avoid transmission damage come to a complete stop before shifting into P...

Page 122: ...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 two gears depending on your speed Second 2 To...

Page 123: ...the brake pedal and pulling the shift lever does not work 1 Set the Parking brake 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch 3 Insert the key in the Shift Lock Release slot on the steering column 4 Pu...

Page 124: ...erately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Since a longer distance is needed to stop with wet brakes be extra cautious and alert in your driving Brake Wea...

Page 125: ...requires no special effort or driving technique You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates Activation varies with the amount of traction your tires have On dry pavement you w...

Page 126: ...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 conditions that may se...

Page 127: ...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 carefully they ca...

Page 128: ...ge the tongue load Start by putting approximately 60 of the cargo toward the front and 40 toward the rear Never load the trailer so the back is heavier than the front The combined weight of the car al...

Page 129: ...hat mounts only to the rear bumper The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load The hitch should bolt to the underbody of the car and distribute the load over a wide area Always have a trail...

Page 130: ...kg 1 000 Ibs do not have their own braking system If you are thinking of getting a trailer that does have brakes make sure they are electrically operated There are no provisions in your car to tap in...

Page 131: ...ur trailer do the following Measure the trailer s tongue load You can do this with a bathroom scale Verify that the hitch and safety chain are securely fastened Check the condition and air pressure of...

Page 132: ...er straight ahead If there is too much wind buffeting slow down to get out of the other vehicle s air turbulence Towing a trailer puts an extra load on your car You should have your car serviced accor...

Page 133: ...eels into the curb set the parking brake firmly and put the transmission in Park In addition place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice...

Page 134: ...ce Record 142 Periodic Checks 144 Fluid Locations 145 Engine Oil 146 Checking Engine Oil 146 Adding 146 Recommended Oil 147 Additives 148 Oil and Filter Changes 148 Cooling System 150 Checking the Eng...

Page 135: ...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 whether or not you...

Page 136: ...haust system cool before touching any parts Injury from moving parts Do not run the engine unless in structed to do so Read the instructions before you begin and make sure you have the tools and skill...

Page 137: ...on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit Drive your car reg...

Page 138: ...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 durability U S Cars M...

Page 139: ...t 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 Due to regional...

Page 140: ...han 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 Trailer towing driving with a car top carrier or driving in mount...

Page 141: ...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 142: ...Non Scheduled Maintenance Record Maintenance Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non scheduled maintenance on this page see page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 143: ...tly check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 154 Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly See page 155 Brakes and power steering Check the fluid level monthly See page 156...

Page 144: ...NE OIL FILL CAP COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop ANTI LOCK BRAKE RESERVOIR Gray cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue ca...

Page 145: ...ARK 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 Adding T...

Page 146: ...o 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 include other...

Page 147: ...y 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 recommendations in the mainte nance schedule The oil and f...

Page 148: ...nstall the drain bolt Tighten it to 44 N m 4 4 kg m 32 Ib ft 6 Refill the engine with the recom mended oil Engine oil change capacity including filter 3 8 4 0 US qt 3 3 Imp qt 7 Replace the engine oil...

Page 149: ...the Engine Coolant Level Check the level of the engine coolant by looking at the radiator reserve tank next to the battery If the level is at or below the MIN line add coolant to bring it up to the MA...

Page 150: ...cap by pushing down and turning counterclockwise 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...

Page 151: ...ze Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car Unless you have the tools and knowledge you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic 1 Start the engine Turn the heat...

Page 152: ...commended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean container The cooling system capacity is 6 3 1 66 US gal 1 39 Imp gal 7 Pour coolant into the radiator up to the bas...

Page 153: ...ield washer reservoir is located behind the left headlight Check the reservoir s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap Fill the reservoir with a good quali...

Page 154: ...r 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 an equivalent DEXRON II Auto m...

Page 155: ...System MAX MIN 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 brake system needs attention Have t...

Page 156: ...he fluid should be between the UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL If it is below the LOWER LEVEL add power steering fluid to the UPPER LEVEL A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system...

Page 157: ...t in the opposite direction to normal air flow If you do not have access to compressed air such as a gas station ask your Honda dealer to do this service Follow the replacement procedure for removal a...

Page 158: ...rag AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 5 Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing 6 Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover tighten the four bolts 7 Reinstall the air intake cover Reinstall the...

Page 159: ...1 Clean up any dirt and oil around the spark plug caps 2 Remove the spark plug cap by pulling it straight out 3 Remove the spark plug using a 16 mm 5 8 inch spark plug socket 4 Put the new spark plug...

Page 160: ...Tighten the spark plugs carefully A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head 6 Install the spark plug cap 7...

Page 161: ...physician or 911 Skin Remove contaminated clothing Flush the skin with large quantities of water Call a physician immediately Swallowing Drink water or milk Call your local Poison Control Center or a...

Page 162: ...hen this stops wash it off with plain water Dry off the battery with a cloth or paper towel Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion If the terminals are severely cor roded clea...

Page 163: ...buttons to enter the five digit code see page 106 Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car s electronic controls Detach the battery cables before connecting the ba...

Page 164: ...d areas when used To replace the front wiper blades 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield 2 Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by pushing in the lock tab Hold it in while you push the...

Page 165: ...the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock 6 Slide the blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make sure it locks in place 7 Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield To replace the rear...

Page 166: ...older Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length 6 Insert both ends of the blade into the holder slots Make sure they are secure 7 Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Make...

Page 167: ...east ten minutes while you are driving at a steady speed with the engine at normal operating temperature This circulates the lubricating oil con tained in the refrigerant If the air conditioning does...

Page 168: ...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 inflated The following pages gi...

Page 169: ...is 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 km 1 mile If...

Page 170: ...er 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 INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS TREAD WEAR INDICATORS Your car s tire...

Page 171: ...ould 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 When shopping for replacement tires you may find that some tires a...

Page 172: ...See Tire Information on page 221 for additional information about tire and wheel size designations See page 222 for information about DOT Tire Quality Grading Winter Driving Tires that are marked M S...

Page 173: ...red 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 devices can also b...

Page 174: ...should check their aim if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a trailer Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjust ment indicators These are set to their 0 positi...

Page 175: ...ther indicator is not aligned with its 0 mark as described above an adjustment can be made using a Phillips head screwdriver to realign it with the 0 mark Please refer to the illustrations VERTICAL AD...

Page 176: ...or from the bulb by squeezing the connector on both sides to unlock the tab Pull the connector straight off 3 Remove the rubber weather seal by pulling on the tab 4 Unclip the end of the hold down wir...

Page 177: ...rclockwise to remove it from the lens 4 Remove the bulb by pushing it in slightly and turning it counter clockwise 5 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 6 Insert t...

Page 178: ...light or turn signal 3 Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 4 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out of its socket 5 Install the new bulb in...

Page 179: ...tighten them securely Replacing Bulbs in the Interior Lights The courtesy lights in the doors tailgate and ceiling come apart the same way They do not all use the same bulb 1 Remove the lens by carefu...

Page 180: ...T SPOTLIGHT 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 SUN VISOR DOOR LIGHT TAILGATE LIGHT Maintenance Main Menu...

Page 181: ...d indoors Disconnect the battery Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield Apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and tailgate se...

Page 182: ...rance the paint bright work wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 184 Washing 184 Waxing 185 Aluminum Wheels 185 Paint Touch up 186 In...

Page 183: ...soft bristle brush sponge or soft cloth Start at the top and work your way down Rinse frequently Check the body for road tar tree sap etc Remove these stains with tar remover or turpentine Rinse it o...

Page 184: ...shine They normally contain mild abrasives and solvents that remove the top layer of the finish You should use a polish on your Honda if the finish does not have its original shine after using a wax C...

Page 185: ...e touch up paint on small chips and scratches More extensive damage should be repaired by a professional Examine the chip or scratch closely before repairing it If it does not go down to bare metal cl...

Page 186: ...al frequently For general cleaning use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water letting it air dry To clean off stubborn spots use a commercially available fabric cleaner Test it on a hidden area of...

Page 187: ...hite vinegar to ten parts water This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of the windows Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces The rear window def...

Page 188: ...oon as you discover them Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body Check the floor coverings for dampness Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a long time espec...

Page 189: ...ed they do not give the same high quality appearance When reporting your collision to the insurance company tell them you want genuine Honda parts used in the repair Although most insurers recognize t...

Page 190: ...le to get going again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 192 Changing a Flat Tire 193 If Your Engine Won t Start 199 Nothing Happens 199 The Starter Op...

Page 191: ...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 192: ...the ignition to LOCK 0 2 Put the transmission in Park Set the parking brake 3 Open the tailgate Fold down the third seat s seat back see page 62 4 The tool kit and jack are stored under the third sea...

Page 193: ...t straight up 6 Loosen the jack from its holder by turning the end counterclockwise Remove the jack from the compartment 7 Unzip the spare tire cover 8 Unscrew the wing bolt Remove the storage bin and...

Page 194: ...ng point Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 11 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown...

Page 195: ...it face down 13 Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth 14 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten t...

Page 196: ...el nuts securely 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 17 Put the flat tire in...

Page 197: ...hole 20 Put the spare tire cover in the storage bin 21 Knot the top of the vinyl bag as shown 22 Store the jack in its holder Turn the jack s end bracket clockwise to lock it in place Replace the tool...

Page 198: ...or the starter will not operate Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or don t light at all the battery is discharged See J...

Page 199: ...by using 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 by pushing or pulling it To...

Page 200: ...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 201: ...e 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 the hazard wa...

Page 202: ...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 203: ...n the hood and check the oil level see page 146 Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving ma...

Page 204: ...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 205: ...oad and turn off the engine Restart the engine and watch 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...

Page 206: ...immediately or the sunroof motor still does not operate you can close the sunroof manually 3 Get the tool kit out of the tool box 4 Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the headliner...

Page 207: ...in two or three fuse boxes The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side To open turn the knob as shown The underhood fuse box is located in the engine compartment on the pas...

Page 208: ...ntrol 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 Turn the ignition switch to LOC...

Page 209: ...rette lighter or radio If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct ra...

Page 210: ...Fuses UNDERHOOD FUSE BOX 1 On Canadian cars CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 211: ...Fuses ABS FUSE BOX INTERIOR FUSE BOX Spare Fuse Taking Care of the Unexpected Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 212: ...the cables lift that end of the car off the ground Your 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 shou...

Page 213: ...Tire Size Designation 221 Wheel Size Designation 221 Tire Speed Ratings 221 Tire Pressure Adjustment For High Speed Driving 222 DOT Tire Quality Grading 222 Treadwear 222 Traction 223 Temperature 223...

Page 214: ...nsuring 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 Certificat...

Page 215: ...Engine Number is stamped into the engine block It is on the front The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission Technical Information AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Ma...

Page 216: ...front and rear A C 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 6 0 16 US gal 0 13 Imp gal 2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Technica...

Page 217: ...Specifications Technical Information NOTE Replacement of the high mount brake light should be done by your dealer page 212 page 211 page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents...

Page 218: ...control unit detects a wheel locking up it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator solenoid unit There are six solenoids two for each front wheel and two for the rear wheels The energized...

Page 219: ...merical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry S Speed Rating Symbol See the speed rating chart in this section for additional information Wheel Size Designation Wheels are also mark...

Page 220: ...Federal Safety Requirements All tires are also graded for treadwear traction and temperature perform ance according to Department of Transportation DOT standards The following explains these gradings...

Page 221: ...hen 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 temper...

Page 222: ...ion summarizes how the emission controls work Scheduled maintenance is on page 140 In Canada Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the tim...

Page 223: ...ount of HC CO and NOx produced Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation EGR system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold Adding exhaust ga...

Page 224: ...t on fire any com bustible materials that come near it Park your car away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can...

Page 225: ...ranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages 228 Customer Relations Information 229 U S Zone Office Map 230 Canada Zone Office Map 231 Authorized Manuals 233 Warranty and Customer Relations Main Me...

Page 226: ...h 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 read your warra...

Page 227: ...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 228: ...ox 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 Gaithersbu...

Page 229: ...Central Zone Honda Canada Inc 126 Milner Avenue Scarborough Ontario M1S3R2 416 299 3400 Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc 1750 rue Eiffel Boucherville Quebec J4B 7W1 514 655 6161 Atlantic Zone Honda Canad...

Page 230: ...orm For manuals prior to the year shown below contact Helm Incorporated P O Box 07280 Detroit Michigan 48207 or call 1 800 782 4356 Valid only for sales within the U S Canadian owners should contact t...

Page 231: ...most mechanically inclined owners to under stand Electrical Troubleshooting Manual This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in depth troubleshooting information for each electrical cir...

Page 232: ...and Drugs 28 Alcohol in Gasoline 109 Antifreeze 150 Anti lock Brakes ABS Description 220 Indicator Light 37 125 Operation 125 Anti theft Steering Column Lock 52 Appearance Care 183 Ashtray 72 Audio S...

Page 233: ...Coolant 152 Charging System Indicator 36 205 Check Engine Light 37 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid 155 Battery Condition 162 Brake Fluid 156 Drive Belts 169 Engine Coolant 150 Engine Oil 146 Fu...

Page 234: ...Fuel 114 Emergencies on the Road 191 Battery Jump Starting 200 Changing a Flat Tire 193 Charging System Indicator 205 Check Engine Light 206 Checking the Fuses 209 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 204 Malf...

Page 235: ...Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 40 Fuel 40 Gearshift Lever Positions 120 Glass Cleaning 188 Glove Box 55 Halogen Headlight Bulbs 177 Hazard Warning Flashers 45 Headlights 42 Aiming 175 Daytime Runni...

Page 236: ...52 Fuel Fill Door 110 Glove Box 55 Power Door 53 Tailgate 55 Low Coolant Level 150 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 36 204 Lubricant Specifications Chart 218 Luggage 116 Maximum Speeds 123 Meters Gauges 39...

Page 237: ...per and Washer 45 Reclining the Seat Backs 57 Redining the Second Seats 61 Reminder Lights 35 Remote Transmitter 54 Removing the Second Seats 59 Replacement Information Air Cleaner 158 Coolant 152 Eng...

Page 238: ...Key Position 52 Starting the Engine 119 In Cold Weather at High Altitude 119 With a Dead Battery 200 Steam Coming from Engine 202 Steering Wheel Adjustment 46 Anti theft Column Lock 52 Stereo Sound S...

Page 239: ...cle Capacity Load 116 Vehicle Dimensions 218 Vehicle Identification Number 216 Vehicle Storage 182 Ventilation 79 VIN 216 Vinyl Cleaning 187 Viscosity Oil 148 Warning Beepers Key in Ignition 52 Seat B...

Page 240: ...3 Imp qt without filter 3 5 l 3 7 US qt 3 1 Imp qt Tire Pressure measured cold 220 kPa 2 2 kg cm 2 32 psi Spare Tire Pressure 420 kPa 4 2 kg cm 2 60 psi Tire Size Front and Rear P205 65R15 92S Spare...

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