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Driving

This section gives you tips on

starting the engine under various

conditions, and how to operate the

manual transmission. It also includes

important information on parking

your car, and the braking system.

Preparing to Drive.........................

132

Starting the Engine........................

133

Starting in Cold Weather

at High Altitude.....................

133

Auto Idle Stop.................................

134

5-speed Manual Transmission.....

136

Shift Up/Shift Down

Indicators................................

137

Engine Speed Limiter...............

137

Parking............................................

138

Parking Tips...............................

138

The Braking System......................

139

Brake Wear Indicators..............

139

Brake System Design................

140

Anti-lock Brakes........................

140

Driving in Bad Weather................

142

Towing a Trailer............................

143

Driving

Содержание Insight 2000

Страница 1: ...e and other cargo Driving 131 The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus towing a trailer Maintenance 145 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your veh...

Страница 2: ...approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and with out incurring any obligation whatsoever OWNER...

Страница 3: ...u understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps to keep your driving trouble free while it prese...

Страница 4: ...d judgement You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms including Safety Labels on the car Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words DAN...

Страница 5: ...r Car at a Glance POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 75 FCD SELECT BUTTON P 52 DOOR LOCK P 69 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 119 AUDIO SYSTEM P 96 DIGITAL CLOCK HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 120 HEATING COOLIN G CONTROLS P 82...

Страница 6: ...Your Car at a Glance MIRROR CONTROLS P 76 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 75 HEADLIGHTS TUR N SIGNALS P 59 61 HORN WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHER S P 61 HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS P 63 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 63...

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Страница 8: ...sition 16 Advice for Pregnant Women 17 Additional SafetyPrecautions 18 ProtectingChildren 19 All Children Must Be Restrained 19 Your Car is Not Recommended for Child Passengers 20 The Passenger s Airb...

Страница 9: ...and safety warnings in this manual See pages 26 and 29 Be Aware of Airbag Hazards While airbags can save lives they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them or are no...

Страница 10: ...cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones that are designed to crumple and absorb energy during a crash a collapsible steering column and seat belt tensioners that automaticall...

Страница 11: ...u in almost every type of crash including side and rear impacts and rollovers Your airbag can only be helpful in a moderate to severe frontal collision Help keep you from being thrown against the insi...

Страница 12: ...s Airbags offerno protection in side impacts rear impacts rollovers or minor collisions Airbags are designed to deploy only during a moderate to severe frontal collision Airbags canpose serioushazards...

Страница 13: ...ing airbag Reclining a seat back too far reduces the seat belt s effectiveness and increases the chance that the seat s occupant will slide under the seat belt in a crash and be seriously injured What...

Страница 14: ...g child seat is properly restrained see page 26 Occupants are sitting upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel and dashboard see page 12 Seat backs are upright see page 13 Both door...

Страница 15: ...anel to indicate when a specific door is not tightly closed For safety locking the doors reduces the chance that a passenger especially a child will open a door while the car is moving and accidentall...

Страница 16: ...nd that you investigate whether some type of adaptive equipment may help Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position See page 74 for how to...

Страница 17: ...no longer rests against the occupant s chest reduces the protective capability of the belt It also increases the chance of sliding under the belt in a crash and being seriously injured The farther a s...

Страница 18: ...s take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack from the shoulder part then check that the belt rests across the cent...

Страница 19: ...cupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts it is very important that they continue to sit upright well back in their seats with their feet on the floor until the car is parked and the eng...

Страница 20: ...ep the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard This will reduce the risk of...

Страница 21: ...ects on your lap or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth can result in injuries if your airbags inflate Donotattachorplaceobjectson thefrontairbagcovers Any object attached to or pl...

Страница 22: ...e accidents are the number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be re...

Страница 23: ...rear facingchildseatin the frontseatof a car equippedwith a passenger sairbag If the airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or very seriously injure an infant...

Страница 24: ...ETY BELT DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD FACIN G CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARIL Y CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE AIR BAG OR BETWEEN TH...

Страница 25: ...of the passenger s airbag hazard we strongly recommend that you do not carry a small child as a passenger in this car However if you must carry a small child in this car the child must be properly re...

Страница 26: ...to variations in the design of childseats vehicleseats andseat belts all child seats will not fit all seating positions in all cars However Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can f...

Страница 27: ...ost position and secure a front facing child seat with the seat belt see page 27 Driver and Passenger Safety Airbags Pose Serious Risks to Children The passenger s airbag inflates with enough force to...

Страница 28: ...a collision we recommend that parents secure a child seat as firmly aspossible However a child seat does not need to be rock solid It may be difficult to install a child seat so that it does not move...

Страница 29: ...Type A child who can sit up without support and who fits within the child seat maker s weight and height limits should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Of the different seats avai...

Страница 30: ...page 74 for instructions on how to adjust the seat 2 With the child seat in position route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker s instructions then insert the latch plate into...

Страница 31: ...to retract fully then repeat these steps To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat unlatch the buckle unroute the seat belt and let the belt fully retract AdditionalPrecautio...

Страница 32: ...he belt to properly fit we recommend that the child use a booster seat until they are tall enough to use the seat belt without a booster The following pages give instructions on how to check proper se...

Страница 33: ...ash and be injured Do not put any accessorieson a seat belt Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt severely compromise the protective capability of...

Страница 34: ...of when a child can safely ride in this car there are other important factors you should consider Physical Size Physically a child must be large enough for the lap shoulder belt to properly fit over t...

Страница 35: ...ions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is p...

Страница 36: ...style child seat to the car Since a tether can provide additional security we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point...

Страница 37: ...the buckle then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched To unlock the belt push the red PRESS button on the buckle Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar After exiting the car...

Страница 38: ...ssible U S Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use Please see your Honda Warranty...

Страница 39: ...ectronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors the control unit the airbag activators driver and passenger seat belt use and all related wiring when the ignition i...

Страница 40: ...ely deflate so they won t interfere with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately one tenth of a second so...

Страница 41: ...ight up briefly then go out This tells you that the system is working properly However if the light comes on at any other time you should have the system checked by your dealer For example If the SRS...

Страница 42: ...shop TheSRSindicatorlightalertsyou to a problem Take your car to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible If you ignore this indication the airbags might not inflate when you need them Additiona...

Страница 43: ...oor open run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage With the hatch open air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive...

Страница 44: ...ial hazards that could cause serious injury Read these labels carefully If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda dealer for a replacement SUN VISOR Driver and Passenger Safety H...

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Страница 46: ...4 Charge Assist Gauge 55 Fuel Gauge 56 Temperature Gauge 56 Tachometer 56 Maintenance Required Indicator 57 Controls Near the Steering Wheel 58 Headlights 59 Daytime Running Lights 60 Instrument Panel...

Страница 47: ...ons Instruments and Controls FCD SELECT BUTTON P 52 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 75 HEATING COOLIN G CONTROLS P 82 89 AUDIO SYSTEM P 96 DIGITAL CLOCK DOOR LOCK P 69 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE P 119 HOOD RELEAS...

Страница 48: ...L RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR...

Страница 49: ...estraint System Indicator This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON II If it comes on at any other time it indicates a problem in the supplemental restraint system For complete inform...

Страница 50: ...9 for information on the headlight controls On Canadian models this indicator comes on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights DRL are on see page 60 Anti lock Brake System ABS Indicat...

Страница 51: ...ff if you have inserted a properly coded ignition key If it is not a properly coded key the indicator will blink and the engine will not start see page 66 Electric Power Steering EPS Indicator This li...

Страница 52: ...miles per hour and kilometers per hour It also changes the odometer and trip meters to read in miles or kilometers correspondingly To change the readings push the Display Change button Odometer The o...

Страница 53: ...SPLAY AUTO STOP INDICATOR IMA CHARGE ASSIS T INDICATOR SHIFT DOWN INDICATOR IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR Instruments and Controls SHIFT UP INDICATOR DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON TRIP BUTTON CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISP...

Страница 54: ...e page 53 Trip Meters The trip meters show the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset them There are two trip meters Trip A and Trip B Each trip meter works independently so you can...

Страница 55: ...ent of a trip To display the segment distance and fuel mileage press and release the FCD Select button The Segment Display indicator will come on to remind you that this is the segment distance and fu...

Страница 56: ...se the Trip button then press it again while the display is blinking and hold it until the display clears to dashes Turning Off the Mileage Displays You can temporarily turn off the Current Fuel Milea...

Страница 57: ...age fuel mileages continue to be calculated The displays will turn back on when you press and hold the FCD Select button again Battery Level Gauge This gauge shows you the state of charge of the batte...

Страница 58: ...the Integrated Motor Assist If the indicator is on the left side of the gauge the IMA battery is being charged If the indicator is on the right side of the gauge the IMA is assisting the engine Gauge...

Страница 59: ...as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving the reading may reach near the red mark If it reaches the red mark pull safely to the side of the road Turn to page 216 for instructions and pre...

Страница 60: ...uled maintenance reaches 6 000 miles 9 600 km the indicator starts blinking If you exceed 7 500 miles 12 000 km the indicator stays on Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the schedu...

Страница 61: ...eadlights and high beams The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers The hazard warning lights switch is on the dashboard to the right of the center air vents POWER WINDOW SWITCHES P 75...

Страница 62: ...or LOCK 0 you will hear a reminder tone when you open the driver s door To change from low beams to high beams push the turn signal lever forward until you hear a click The blue high beam indicator w...

Страница 63: ...e buttons in the lower left corner of the instrument panel adjust the brightness of the display in six steps Push the or button five times to see the full range The display dims when the parking light...

Страница 64: ...shuts off automatically as you complete the turn To signal a lane change push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it The lever will return to the center position as soon...

Страница 65: ...To operate the wipers in mist mode push the control lever up from the OFF position The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield Windshie...

Страница 66: ...g lights four way flashers This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near hea...

Страница 67: ...0 C or if the engine is at ambient temperature The light in the button does not light It will also turn off automatically after 25 minutes Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibili...

Страница 68: ...e place If you need to replace a key use only Honda approve d key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System They will not work to start the engine if t...

Страница 69: ...trying to start the engine If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key contact your Honda dealer This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignition switch f...

Страница 70: ...u turn it The anti theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key If the front wheels are turned the anti theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCE...

Страница 71: ...t when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSOR Y to ON START III Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to ON II when you let go of the key The engine will not start if the I...

Страница 72: ...in and close the door To lock the driver s door pull the door handle and push the lock tab in Release the handle then close the door The doors can also be locked and unlocked from the outside with th...

Страница 73: ...ging the hatch and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 40 If an unlocked hatch does not open turn the master key clockwise past the unlock position...

Страница 74: ...he center position will come on when you press the UNLOCK button If you do not open either door the light will go out in about 30 seconds and the doors will automatically relock If you relock the door...

Страница 75: ...de before 30 seconds press any button on the remote transmitter You can also turn the ignition switch to ON II Replacing the Battery When the remote transmitter s battery begins to get weak it may tak...

Страница 76: ...tter you will need to have the replacement programmed to your vehicle s system by your Honda dealer Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed As required by the FCC This device...

Страница 77: ...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 seat to make sure it is locked in position To...

Страница 78: ...he master control panel also con tains these extra features AUTO To open the driver s window fully push the window switch firmly down and release it The window automatically goes all the way down To s...

Страница 79: ...r so they do not injure them selves by operating the windows unintentionally Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the left side of the d...

Страница 80: ...lect the day or night position Parking Brake To apply the parking 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 instru...

Страница 81: ...ou are using the beverage holder A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior I...

Страница 82: ...r The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY I or ON II This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps It will not power an automotive type c...

Страница 83: ...In the ON position the interior light stays on continuously Spotlights Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light Push the button again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at...

Страница 84: ...on 82 Recirculatio nButton 82 Rear Window Defogger Button 82 ModeButtons 83 How to Use the System 85 To Turn Everything Off 87 Climate Control System 88 Fully automati c Operation 90 Semi automati c O...

Страница 85: ...n the auto stop function will activate at a temperature approximately over 41 F 5 C Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system When the indicator in this but...

Страница 86: ...ided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents Air flows from the floor vents Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield Air flows f...

Страница 87: ...vent move the tab up and down and side to side DRIVER S SID E VENT On the driver s side vent movethe vent up and down and movethe tab side to side On the passenger s sid e vent move the tab up and dow...

Страница 88: ...can cause the windows to fog up Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition clears MODE BUTTON TEMPERATUR...

Страница 89: ...froster vents feels warm 3 Turn on the rear window deffoger to help clear the rear window To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in col...

Страница 90: ...shield defroster vents For safety make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily stop the fan and turn the temper...

Страница 91: ...e air flow from the center vent move the tab up and down and side to side On the driver s side vent move the vent up and down and move the tab side to side On the passenger s sid e vent move the tab u...

Страница 92: ...Climate Control System PASSENGER S SID E VENT Comfort and Convenienc e Features...

Страница 93: ...d or heated air that will as quickly as possible raise or lower the interior temperature from its current level to the set temperature FAN SPEED BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTON OFF BUTTON...

Страница 94: ...t is in AUTO All other features remain automatically controlled Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO to go out FAN SPEED BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTON RECIRCULATIO N BUTTON E...

Страница 95: ...ode You can for example manually put the system in recirculation mode when driving through an area of smoke or fumes Fan Speed Button You can manually select the fan speed with the fan speed button Pr...

Страница 96: ...utton the display shows the mode selected Press the button four times to see all the modes Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield Air flows f...

Страница 97: ...rosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase air flow to the windshield by closing the side vents in the dashboard When this mode is selected the auto idle stop function will not a...

Страница 98: ...SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any...

Страница 99: ...ur favorite stations The cassette system features Dolby B noise reduction automatic sensing of chromium dioxid e CrO2 tape and autoreverse for continuous play Dolby noise reduction manufactured under...

Страница 100: ...N or the Preset buttons TUNE Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the upper part to tune to a higher frequency or the lower part to tune to a lower frequency The frequency n...

Страница 101: ...will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for approximately five seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next st...

Страница 102: ...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 it until you hear a beep 4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of...

Страница 103: ...r and adjust 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 BASS FADER CONTROL TREBLE BALANC E CONTROL Treble...

Страница 104: ...em then goes back to the time display after five seconds If an error occurs while operating the optional CD changer the display will keep showing the error code and will not switch to the time display...

Страница 105: ...time setting buttons Presets 4 5 and 6 Operating the Cassette Player Turn the audio system ON Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right then insert the cassette most of the way...

Страница 106: ...he display To fast forward the tape push the FF button You will see FF displayed Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward If the system reaches the end of the tape while...

Страница 107: ...ently playing it will automatically go into rewind When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage the system returns to PLAY mode It will continue to repeat this same program until you deact...

Страница 108: ...ns a high noise level between selections or a silent period in the middle of selection Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems See page 116 for informat...

Страница 109: ...CD player available that is operated by the radio controls To operate this unit use the instructions except for those relating to multiple discs in this section Using the instructions that came with t...

Страница 110: ...e switch up to move to the beginning of the next track and push the switch down to move to the beginning of the current track If you push and hold the SKIP switch you will hear a beep and the system w...

Страница 111: ...ress the TAPE button When you return to CD mode play will continue at the same disc and track If you turn the system off while a CD is playing either with the PWR VOL knob or the ignition switch play...

Страница 112: ...cations If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer...

Страница 113: ...is dependent on many factors such as the distance from the station s transmitter nearby large objects and atmos pheric conditions A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its...

Страница 114: ...tion can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because...

Страница 115: ...g that slot empty try to load the CD in the next slot This continues until it finds a CD to load and play If you load a CD in the in dash player while the changer is playing a CD the system will stop...

Страница 116: ...page keep CDs out of direct sunlight and extreme heat To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge A new CD may be rough on the inner and outer edges...

Страница 117: ...cations If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer...

Страница 118: ...cations If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer find the cause in the chart to the right If you cannot clear the error indication take the car to your Honda dealer...

Страница 119: ...could cause the cassette to jam in the player Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player When they are not in use store cassettes in their cases to protect them from dust and moist...

Страница 120: ...n this section will help you If you plan to add any accessories to your car please read the information in this section first Break in Period 118 Gasoline 118 Service Station Procedures 119 Filling th...

Страница 121: ...leaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 87 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent heavy metallic rapping noise in the engine that can lead to mechanical damage We recomme...

Страница 122: ...l nozzle automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes Your car has an on board refueling vapor recovery system to help keep f...

Страница 123: ...pening the Hood Shift to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard The hood will pop up slightly Standing in front of...

Страница 124: ...see page 174 3 Pull the support rod out of its clip and insert the end into the hole on the left side of the hood To close the hood lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole Put the...

Страница 125: ...very time you fill the car with fuel Wait a few 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...

Страница 126: ...gine Coolant Check Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines If it is below the MIN line see Adding Engine Coolant on page 163 for informatio...

Страница 127: ...elps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion Driving Habits You can improve fuel economy by driving moderately Rapid acceler ation abrupt cornering and hard braking use more fuel To get...

Страница 128: ...ditioning use Use the flow through ventilation when the outside air temperature is moderate If air conditioning is needed you can save some fuel by using the A C in Econ mode This mode allows the Auto...

Страница 129: ...adios and low powered audio systems should not interfere with your car s computer controlle d systems such as the SRS However if electronic accessories are improperly installed or exceed your car s el...

Страница 130: ...modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb speed bump or other raised object which could cause your airbags to deploy Do not modify your st...

Страница 131: ...esigned for small lightweight items The cargo area is intended for larger heavier items However carrying too much cargo or improperly storing it can affect your car s handling stability and operation...

Страница 132: ...e all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver s ability to...

Страница 133: ...f you carry large items that prevent you from closing the hatch exhaust gas can enter the passenger area To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning follow the instructions on page 40 The fl...

Страница 134: ...aking system Preparing to Drive 132 Starting the Engine 133 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude 133 Auto Idle Stop 134 5 speed Manual Transmission 136 Shift Up Shift Down Indicators 137 Engine S...

Страница 135: ...any items you may be carrying with you inside are stored properly or fastened down securely 5 Check the adjustment of the seat see page 74 6 Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see...

Страница 136: ...ting in order to clear flooding As 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...

Страница 137: ...these conditions are met the engine will shut off as you come to a stop It will start again automatically when you depress the clutch pedal and move this shift lever to first gear There is no need to...

Страница 138: ...Stop function You cannot restart the engine with the ignition switch when this light is blinking This indicator will blink and you will hear a chime if you open the door when Auto Stop is active Alwa...

Страница 139: ...ch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braki...

Страница 140: ...speed in a hilly road Road and traffic conditions may require you to shift at times other than those indicated Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine s...

Страница 141: ...first gear If the car is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb and put the transmission in reverse gear Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away Driving with t...

Страница 142: ...the brakes by downshifting to a lower gear and taking your foot off the accelerator pedal Check your brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If n...

Страница 143: ...rn the steering wheel The ABS helps to prevent lock up and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly much faster than a person can do it You should never pump the brake pedal thi...

Страница 144: ...aking hard Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your car to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road A car with ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfac...

Страница 145: ...ially true in snow A person can forget some snow driving techniques during the summer months Practice is needed to relearn those skills Exercise extra caution when driving in rain after a long dry spe...

Страница 146: ...itions can be very hazardous when the outside temperature is near freezing The road surface can become covered with areas of water puddles mixed with areas of ice so your traction can change without w...

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Страница 148: ...nance Schedule 148 Maintenance Record 155 Owner Maintenance Checks 157 Fluid Locations 158 Engine Oil 159 Adding Oil 159 Recommende d Oil 159 Synthetic Oil 160 Additives 160 Changing the Oil and Filte...

Страница 149: ...ied mechanic Some of the most important safety precautions are given here However we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or...

Страница 150: ...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...

Страница 151: ...your car s load limit This puts excess stress on the engine brakes and many other parts of your car The load limit is shown on the label on the driver s doorjamb Operate your car on reasonable roads...

Страница 152: ...uine 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 performance and dur...

Страница 153: ...nditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply NOTE If you only OCCASIONALLYdrive under a severe condition you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenan...

Страница 154: ...the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply Canadian owners Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions See information on maintenance and emi...

Страница 155: ...p Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long periods of stop and go driving Driving with a roof rack or driving in mountainous conditions Driving on muddy dusty or de...

Страница 156: ...Conditions Driving less than 5 miles 8 km per trip or in freezing temperatures driving less than 10 miles 16 km per trip Driving in extremely hot over 90 F 32 C conditions Extensive idling or long per...

Страница 157: ...missions warranty last column page 149 1 Refer to page 181 for replacement information under special driving conditions NOTE Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check and adjust valve clear...

Страница 158: ...e Schedules You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions page 150 or severe conditions page 152 Keep the receipts for all...

Страница 159: ...Required Maintenance Record for Normal and Severe Schedules Maintenance...

Страница 160: ...ge 123 Windshield washer fluid Check the level in the reservoir monthly If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently check the reservoir each time you stop for fuel See page 169 Brake...

Страница 161: ...FluidLocations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop CLUTCH FLUID Gray cap BRAKE FLUID Gray cap ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...

Страница 162: ...ly recommended that you use Genuine Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it You can determine an oil s SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the API Service label on the oil...

Страница 163: ...e used if OW 20 is not available Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements as the specified oil energy conserving a service classification of SJ and a weight of...

Страница 164: ...ess from underneath the car The car should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you have the knowledge and proper equipment you should have this maintenance done...

Страница 165: ...e oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds If it does not turn off the engine and reinspect your work 8 Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil fi...

Страница 166: ...t as a temporary replacement Make sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines However continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system t...

Страница 167: ...counterclockwise 4 The coolantlevel shouldbe 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 coolantinto the reservetank Fill it to h...

Страница 168: ...aining 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 Turn the ignition ON II Turn the te...

Страница 169: ...nt will drain through the splash guard Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block 5 Remove the reserve tank from its holder by pulling it straight up Drain the coolant then put the tank ba...

Страница 170: ...61 US gal 2 3 0 51 Imp gal 8 Remove the engine cover 9 Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of the engine Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck Tighten the bleeder bolt when coola...

Страница 171: ...the engine and let it run for about 30 seconds Then turn off the engine 16 Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck 17 Fill the reserve tank to the MAX mark Install the reserv...

Страница 172: ...ing at the level gauge attached to the cap Fill the reservoir with a good quality windshield washer fluid This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in cold weather When you refill t...

Страница 173: ...s to run out of the hole Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely If Honda MTF is not available you may use an API service SG SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40...

Страница 174: ...container as a temporary replacement However the use of any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda DOT 3 br...

Страница 175: ...nd MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If it is not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid specified for the brake system Low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch...

Страница 176: ...r housing in the engine compartment To replace it 1 Unsnap the four clips and remove the air cleaner housing cover 2 Remove the old air cleaner element 3 Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner...

Страница 177: ...er then lubricate it with a multipurpose grease Lubricate all the moving parts including the pivot Follow the time and distance recommendation s in the Maintenance Schedule If you are not sure how to...

Страница 178: ...ow on the battery The label on the battery explains the test indicator s colors Check the battery terminals for corrosion a white or yellowish powder To remove it cover the terminals with a solution o...

Страница 179: ...ou need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car s electrical system Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car s elect...

Страница 180: ...d Replace the blades if you find these signs or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used WIPER ARMS To replace the blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield 2 Disconnect the blade assembly...

Страница 181: ...etal 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 into th...

Страница 182: ...holder 3 Slide the blade out of the holder 4 Slide the new blade into the holder Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length 5 Insert both ends of the blade into the holder Make sure the...

Страница 183: ...y Only use a low pressurespray 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...

Страница 184: ...of soot in the air from industry and diesel powere d vehicles Replace it more often if air flow from the climate control system becomes less than usual Have the air conditioning filter replaced by yo...

Страница 185: ...auge Use a gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm 2 per month Remember to check the spare...

Страница 186: ...r Normal Driving The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions and speeds The compact spare tire pressure is 60 psi 420 kPa These pressures are also...

Страница 187: ...gives very little traction on wet roads You should replace the tire if you can see the tread wear indicator in three or more places around the tire Maintenance In addition to proper inflation correct...

Страница 188: ...ld be rotated only front to back Replacing Tires and Wheels The tires that came with your car were selected to match the perform ance capabilities of the car while providing the best combination of ha...

Страница 189: ...ire Quality Grading Winter Driving Tires that are marked M S or All Season on the sidewall have an all weather tread design They should be suitable for most winter driving conditions Tires without the...

Страница 190: ...al 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 be used Whe...

Страница 191: ...lights at least once a month A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers HEADLIGHT FRONT PARKING LIGH...

Страница 192: ...ing lights Taillights Brake lights High mount brake light Turn signals Back up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights Canadian models If you find an...

Страница 193: ...t when lit Oil perspiration or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter HOLDER 1 Open the hood If you need to change the head light bulb on the driver s side remove the engine...

Страница 194: ...l the radiator reserve tank Replacing the Front Parking Lights 1 Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise 2 Pull the bulb straight out of its socke...

Страница 195: ...kwise 5 Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwis e until it unlocks 6 Install the new bulb in the socket Turn it clockwise to lock it in place 7 Insert t...

Страница 196: ...crews holding the rear light assembly Remove the light assembly 5 Determine which bulb stop taillight back up light side marker light or turn signal is burned out Remove the socket lor that bulb by tu...

Страница 197: ...ews and nut 11 Reinstall the two covers Replacing a Rear License Bulb 1 Use a Phillips head screwdriver to remove the two screws holding the license plate light lens 2 Pull the bulb straight out of it...

Страница 198: ...e housing around the lens 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 Replacing the Cargo Area Light 1 Remove the...

Страница 199: ...the battery Support the front and rear wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield To minimize sticking apply a silicone spray lubricant to all door and hatch seal...

Страница 200: ...ce the paint brightwork wheels and interior Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion Exterior Care 198 Roof Antenna 198 Rear Wheel Skirt 198 Washing 199 Waxing 200 Paint T...

Страница 201: ...damaged Remove the antenna by unscrewing it When you reinstall the antenna tighten it securely Rear Wheel Skirt If an automatic car wash has tire cleaning brushes remove the skirts covering the rear...

Страница 202: ...r Rinse the car thoroughly with cool water to remove loose dirt Fill a bucket with cool water Mix in a mild detergent such as dishwashing liquid or a product made especially for car washing Wash the c...

Страница 203: ...ar insects etc with removers also takes off the wax Remember to re wax those areas even if the rest of the car does not need waxing Aluminum Wheels Clean your Honda s aluminum alloy wheels as you do t...

Страница 204: ...ic first to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampen...

Страница 205: ...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 mak...

Страница 206: ...on to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work Make sure the repair facility uses Genuine Honda replacemen t body parts Some companie s make sheet metal pieces that seem to duplicate t...

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Страница 208: ...again If not you will also find instructions on getting your car towed Compact Spare Tire 206 Changing a Flat Tire 207 If Your Engine Won t Start 213 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Ver...

Страница 209: ...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 especially to...

Страница 210: ...h to LOCK 0 Have all the passengers get out of the car while you change the tire 3 Open the hatch Raise the cargo area floor by lifting up on the back edge 4 Remove the storage box from the cargo area...

Страница 211: ...wheel skirt downward Do not catch your clothes or hands on the hooks on the rear fender when you replace the wheel CENTER CAP 3 Remove the center cap from the wheel with the end of the extension or a...

Страница 212: ...of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION 6 Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the car until the fla...

Страница 213: ...Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 9 Put on the spare tire Put the wheel nuts back on finger tight then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is fir...

Страница 214: ...when you replace the wheel 12 To install the rear wheel skirt place the skirt against the body Line up the slots on the skirt with the tabs in the body then push the skirt upward Make sure the wheel...

Страница 215: ...into its hole 17 Store the jack and tool kit back in the spare tire well 18 Store the wheel cover or center cap in the spare tire well Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged 19 Install the st...

Страница 216: ...the engine see page 66 A key that is not properly coded will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly Turn the ignition switch to ON II Turn on the headlights and che...

Страница 217: ...g If your car s battery has run down you may be able to start the engine by using a booster battery Although this seems like a simple procedure you should take several precautions To jump start your c...

Страница 218: ...umper cable to any other part of the engine 5 If the booster battery is in another vehicle have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle BOOSTER BATTERY 6 Start your car If the starte...

Страница 219: ...uld take immediate action 1 Safely pull to the side of the road Put the transmission in Neutral and set the parking brake Turn off the heating and cooling system and all other accessories Turn on the...

Страница 220: ...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...

Страница 221: ...ly pull off the road and shut off the engine Turn on the hazard warning indicators 2 Let the car sit for a minute Open the hood and check the oil level see page 122 Although oil level and oil pressure...

Страница 222: ...electrical accessories A C rear defogger etc Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the radio Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it Starting the engine will...

Страница 223: ...until it clicks several times Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately it takes three driving trips If the indicator remains on pa...

Страница 224: ...aler and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads However if the brake pedal does not feel normal you should take immediate action Because of the brake system s dual circuit design...

Страница 225: ...two fuse boxes INTERIOR The interior fuse is underneath the dashboard on the driver s side Remove the storage pocket by swinging the lid down pushing up and pulling it straight out of its hinges TAB U...

Страница 226: ...uses and check the component s operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off 2 Remove the cover from the fuse box FUSE 3 Check each of the l...

Страница 227: ...fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can Replacinga fuse with one that has a highe...

Страница 228: ...Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Canadian model only CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Страница 229: ...Fuses UNDER HOOD FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...

Страница 230: ...tances such as freeing the car you can use the detachable towing hook that mounts on the anchor in the front bumper To use the towing hook 1 Remove the cover from the bumper 2 Remove the towing hook a...

Страница 231: ...around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that end of the car off the ground Your car s suspension and body can be seriously damaged This method of towing is unacceptable If your Hon...

Страница 232: ...ake sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the...

Страница 233: ...230...

Страница 234: ...ire Quality Grading U S Vehicles 236 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 236 Treadwear 236 Traction 236 Temperature 237 Oxygenated Fuels 238 Driving in Foreign Countries 239 Emissions Controls 240 The Clean...

Страница 235: ...censing 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 t...

Страница 236: ...fication 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 IMA MOTOR NUMBER Technical Inform...

Страница 237: ...n s 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 11 US gal 0 4 0 09 Imp gal 2 Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary Technical...

Страница 238: ...Specification s Technical Information page 225 page 226...

Страница 239: ...le a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi tions of their use ho...

Страница 240: ...ive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades...

Страница 241: ...or grain alcohol You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether You may use gaso...

Страница 242: ...d gasoline is not available be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Honda will affect perfor mance and fuel mileage and damage its emissions controls It will no longer comply with U S and Canadian...

Страница 243: ...th the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System This...

Страница 244: ...much fuel to inject under all operat ing conditions Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced Three Way Catalytic...

Страница 245: ...ace 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 conv...

Страница 246: ...er Relations Customer Relations Information 244 U S Zone Office Map 245 Canada Zone Office Map 246 Warranty Coverages 247 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 248 Authorized Manuals 249 Warranty and...

Страница 247: ...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...

Страница 248: ...gate 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 Gaithersburg Maryland...

Страница 249: ...R RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc 715 Milner Avenue Toronto ON M1B 2K8 Tel 1 888 9 HONDA 9 Fax Toll free 1 877 939 090 9 Toronto 416 287 4776 Honda Canada Inc National Office Wa...

Страница 250: ...pecified time period with no mileage limit AccessoryLimited Warranty Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors...

Страница 251: ...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...

Страница 252: ...umber on the form 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 onlyfor sales within the U S Canadian owners sho...

Страница 253: ...covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components It is written for the Journeyman mechanic but is simple enough for most mechanically incline d owners to under...

Страница 254: ...djustments Mirrors 76 Seats 74 Airbag SRS 9 46 Air Conditioning System 88 Maintenance 180 Usage 88 Air Outlets Vents 88 Air Pressure Tires 182 Normal Driving 182 Alcohol in Gasoline 238 Antifreeze 163...

Страница 255: ...ngine Oil 122 Fuses 222 Manual Transmission Fluid 170 Checklist Before Driving 117 Child Safety 19 Cleaner Element Air 173 Cleaning Exterior 198 Interior 201 Seat Belts 201 Vinyl 201 Windows 202 Clock...

Страница 256: ...ted Engine 217 Emergency Brake 77 Emergency Flashers 63 Emergency Towing 228 Emissions Controls 240 Engine Belts 181 Coolant Temperature Gauge 56 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 47 220 Oil What Kind to Use...

Страница 257: ...ht 47 Hazard Warning Flashers 63 Headlights Daytime Running Lights 60 High Beam Indicator 47 HighBeams Turningon 59 LowBeams Turning on 59 Reminder Beeper 59 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 190 Turningon 61 H...

Страница 258: ...Checks 157 Record 155 Required Indicator 57 Safety 146 Schedule 148 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 47 220 Manual Transmission 136 Manual Transmission Fluid 170 Meters Gauges 49 Methanol in Gasoline 238 M...

Страница 259: ...the Seat Backs 74 Replacemen t Information Air Cleaner Element 173 Engine Coolant 165 Engine Oil and Filter 161 Fuses 222 Light Bulbs 193 Schedule 148 Drive Belt 181 Tires 185 Wiper Blades 177 Replac...

Страница 260: ...Anti theft Column Lock 67 Stereo Sound System 96 Storing Your Car 196 Supplementa l Restraint System 9 36 Servicing 39 SRS Indicator 34 46 System Components 36 Synthetic Oil 160 Tachometer 56 Taillig...

Страница 261: ...acity Load 129 Vehicle Dimensions 234 Vehicle Identification Number 232 Vehicle Storage 196 VIN 232 Vinyl Cleaning 201 Viscosity Oil 160 Warning Beepers Headlightson 59 Key in Ignition 68 Seat Belts 3...

Страница 262: ...qt 2 5 l 2 2 Imp qt 5 speed Manual Transmission Fluid Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or an API service SG SH or SJ SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 motor oil as a temporary replacement see page 170 Cap...

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