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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................. ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance..................................................................................................................... 3
Driver and Passenger Safety .............................................................................................................. 5
Seat belts, SRS, and child protection
Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 49
Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column
Features ..............................................................................................................................................85
Climate, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and HomeLink
Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 111
Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading
Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 125
Engine and transmission operation
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 141
Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage
Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 175
Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses
Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 199
Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 211
Warranty and contact information
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 215
How to order
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
Fluid capacities and tire pressures
Main Menu
Owner’s Identification
OWNER This Owner’s Manual should be

considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the
vehicle when it is sold.
ADDRESS
STREET This Owner’s Manual covers all
models of the Civic Hybrid. You may
find descriptions of equipment and
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ features that are not on your
POSTAL CODE particular model.
V. I. N.
The information and specifications
DELIVERY DATE included in this publication were in
(Date sold to original retail purchaser) effect at the time of approval for
printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
DEALER NAME DEALER NO. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specifications
ADDRESS or design at any time without notice
STREET and without incurring any obligation
whatsoever.
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
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Main Menu
Introduction
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 Honda Civic Hybrid was a wise As you read this manual, you will
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by
a symbol. This
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your vehicle, other
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so property, or the environment.
you can refer to it at any time.
California Proposition 65 Warning
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights WARNING: This product contains
and responsibilities. or emits chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer
Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual and birth defects or other
helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. reproductive harm.
When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff
is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Event Data Recorders
Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer
any questions and concerns. This vehicle is equipped with one or
more recording devices commonly
referred to as event data recorders
or sensing and diagnostic modules.
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Main Menu
A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
is very important. And operating this including:
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility. Safety Labels − on the vehicle.
Safety Messages − preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
To help you make informed three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
decisions about safety, we have These signal words mean:
provided operating procedures and
other information on labels and in You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
this manual. This information alerts HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
hazards associated with operating or instructions.
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement. Safety Headings − such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
Safety Section − such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
Instructions − how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information − please read it
carefully.
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Main Menu
Your Vehicle at a Glance
INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51, 52) AIRBAGS

(P. 9, 22)
POWER DOOR
LOCK MASTER
SWITCH
(P. 73)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 79)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE

(P. 113)
TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS
(P. 74) HANDLE (P. 131) (P. 86)
(P. 115) MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(P. 128)
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P. 66) (P. 67)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 65)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON
(P. 108)
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P. 93)
CLOCK
(P. 107)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
(P. 68) ECON BUTTON
(P. 87)
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P. 83)
HORN
MIRROR CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

(P. 80) (P. 69) (P. 108)
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Main Menu
Driver and Passenger Safety
This section gives you important 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting All Children Should Sit in a
information about how to protect Position ................................. 15 Back Seat .................................. 28
yourself and your passengers. It Advice for Pregnant Women...... 16 The Passenger’s Front Airbag
shows you how to use seat belts. It Additional Safety Precautions .... 17 Poses Serious Risks................. 28

explains how your airbags work. And Additional Information About Your If You Must Drive with Several
it tells you how to properly restrain Seat Belts .................................. 18 Children .................................... 30
infants and children in your vehicle. Seat Belt System Components ... 18 If a Child Requires Close
Lap/Shoulder Belt ....................... 18 Attention ................................... 30
Automatic Seat Belt Additional Safety Precautions .... 31
Tensioners ................................ 19 Protecting Infants and Small
Seat Belt Maintenance ................ 20 Children ........................................ 32
Additional Information About Protecting Infants ........................ 32
Your Airbags ............................ 21 Protecting Small Children .......... 33
Airbag System Components ....... 21 Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 34
How Your Front Airbags Installing a Child Seat ..................... 35
Important Safety Precautions .......... 6 Work.......................................... 22 With LATCH ................................ 36
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features........ 7 How Your Side Airbags Work.... 24 With a Lap/shoulder Belt ........... 38
Seat Belts ........................................ 8 How the SRS Indicator Works ... 25 With a Tether ............................... 40
Airbags ............................................ 9 How the Side Airbag Off Protecting Larger Children ............ 41
Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11 Indicator Works ....................... 26 Checking Seat Belt Fit ................ 41
1. Close and Lock the Doors ...... 11 Airbag Service .............................. 26 Using a Booster Seat ................... 42
2. Adjust the Front Seats ............ 11 Additional Safety Precautions .... 26 When Can a Child Sit in Front ... 43
3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ............. 12 Protecting Children−General Additional Safety Precautions .... 44
4. Adjust the Head Restraints .... 13 Guidelines ................................. 27 Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 45
5. Fasten and Position the All Children Must Be Safety Labels .................................... 46
Seat Belts .............................. 14 Restrained ................................ 27
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Main Menu Table of Contents
Important Safety Precautions
You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink
recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends
section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
The recommendations on this page seat, not the front seat. Infants and
are the ones we consider to be the small children should be restrained Control Your Speed
most important. in a child seat. Larger children Excessive speed is a major factor in
should use a booster seat and a lap/ crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
Always Wear Your Seat Belt shoulder belt until they can use the the higher the speed, the greater the
A seat belt is your best protection in belt properly without a booster seat risk, but serious injuries can also
all types of collisions. Airbags are (see pages 27 −44 ). occur at lower speeds. Never drive
designed to supplement seat belts, faster than is safe for current
not replace them. So even though Be Aware of Airbag Hazards conditions, regardless of the
your vehicle is equipped with airbags, While airbags can save lives, they maximum speed posted.
make sure you and your passengers can cause serious or fatal injuries to
always wear your seat belts, and occupants who sit too close to them, Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
wear them properly (see page 14 ). or are not properly restrained. Condition
Infants, young children, and short Having a tire blowout or a
adults are at the greatest risk. Be mechanical failure can be extremely
sure to follow all instructions and hazardous. To reduce the possibility
warnings in this manual. of such problems, check your tire
pressures and condition frequently,
Don’t Drink and Drive and perform all regularly scheduled
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even maintenance (see page 145 ).
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and
your reaction time gets worse with
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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Your vehicle is equipped with many

(10) (1) (3) (4) (6) features that work together to
protect you and your passengers
(8) during a crash.

(7) (8)
Some features do not require any
action on your part. These include a
(5) strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger
compartment; front and rear crush
zones; a collapsible steering column;
(2) and tensioners that tighten the front
seat belts in a crash.
(9)
(7) However, you and your passengers
can’t take full advantage of these
(1) Safety Cage features unless you remain sitting in
(2) Crush Zone a proper position and always wear
(2) (3) Seats & Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints your seat belts. In fact, some safety
(5) Collapsible Steering Column features can contribute to injuries if
(6) Seat Belts they are not used properly.
(7) Front Airbags
(8) Side Airbags
(Standard for U.S.models and The following pages explain how you
optional for Canadian models) can take an active role in protecting
(9) Front Seat Belt Tensioners yourself and your passengers.
(10) Door Locks
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Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts

Your vehicle is equipped with seat Seat belts are the single most
belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and Not wearing a seat belt properly
larger children. (Infants and smaller increases the chance of serious
Your seat belt system also includes children must be properly restrained injury or death in a crash, even
an indicator on the instrument panel in child seats.) though your vehicle has airbags.
to remind you and your passengers
to fasten your seat belts. Not wearing a seat belt properly Be sure you and your
increases the chance of serious passengers always wear seat
injury or death in a crash, even belts and wear them properly.
though your vehicle has airbags.
In addition, most states and all When properly worn, seat belts:
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts. Keep you connected to the vehicle
so you can take advantage of the
vehicle’s built-in safety features.
Help protect you in almost every

type of crash, including frontal,
side, and rear impacts and
rollovers.
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Help keep you from being thrown Airbags

against the inside of the vehicle
and against other occupants.

Keep you from being thrown out
of the vehicle.
Help keep you in a good position

should the airbags ever deploy. A
good position reduces the risk of
injury from an inflating airbag and
allows you to get the best
advantage from the airbag.
Of course, seat belts cannot Your vehicle has a Supplemental Standard for U.S. models
completely protect you in every Restraint System (SRS) with front Optional for Canadian models
crash. But in most cases, seat belts airbags to help protect the heads and Your vehicle also has side airbags to
can reduce your risk of serious chests of the driver and a front seat help protect the upper torso of the
injury. passenger during a moderate to driver or a front seat passenger
severe frontal collision (see page during a moderate to severe side
What You Should Do: 22 for more information on how impact (see page 24 for more
Always wear your seat belt, and your front airbags work). information on how your side airbags
make sure you wear it properly. work).
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The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear The rest of this section gives more
to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you
upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Airbags do not replace seat belts. steering wheel as possible while
They are designed to supplement allowing full control of the vehicle. A Remember, however, that no safety
the seat belts. front passenger should move their system can prevent all injuries or
seat as far back from the dashboard deaths that can occur in a severe
Airbags offer no protection in rear as possible. crash, even when seat belts are
impacts, or minor frontal or side properly worn and the airbags deploy.
collisions.
Airbags can pose hazards. To do

their job, airbags must inflate with
tremendous force. So while
airbags help save lives, they can
cause minor injuries or more
serious or even fatal injuries if
occupants are not properly
restrained or sitting properly.
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Protecting Adults and Teens
Introduction 1.Close and Lock the Doors 2.Adjust the Front Seats
The following pages provide After everyone has entered the
instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors are closed
protect the driver, adult passengers, and locked.

and teenage children who are large
enough and mature enough to drive Locking the doors reduces the
or ride in the front. chance of someone being thrown out
of the vehicle during a crash, and it
See pages 27 − 31 for important helps prevent passengers from
guidelines on how to properly accidentally opening a door and
protect infants, small children, and falling out.
larger children who ride in your
vehicle. Locking the doors also helps prevent
an outsider from unexpectedly
opening a door when you come to a Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the
stop. rear as possible while allowing you to
maintain full control of the vehicle.
See page 73 for how to lock the Have a front passenger adjust their
doors. seat as far to the rear as possible.
If you sit too close to the steering

wheel or dashboard, you can be
seriously injured by an inflating front
airbag, or by striking the steering
wheel or dashboard.
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The National Highway Traffic Safety 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs

Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that drivers Sitting too close to a front
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious
between the center of the steering injury or death if the front
wheel and the chest. airbags inflate.
If you cannot get far enough away Always sit as far back from the
from the steering wheel and still front airbags as possible.
reach the controls, we recommend
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.
Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a
See page 77 for how to adjust the comfortable, upright position,
front seats. leaving ample space between your
chest and the airbag cover in the
center of the steering wheel.
Passengers with adjustable seat-

backs should also adjust their seat-
back to a comfortable, upright
position.
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4.Adjust the Head Restraints
Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head

can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their

death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be
seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an
upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are
back in the seat. in place and positioned properly
before driving.
Reclining a seat-back so that the

shoulder part of the belt no longer Properly adjusted head restraints
rests against the occupant’s chest will help protect occupants from
reduces the protective capability of Adjust the driver’s head restraint so whiplash and other crash injuries.
the belt. It also increases the chance the back of your head rests against
of sliding under the belt in a crash the center of the restraint. See page 78 for how to adjust the
and being seriously injured. The head restraints.
farther a seat-back is reclined, the Have passengers with adjustable
greater the risk of injury. head restraints adjust their restraints
properly as well. Taller persons
See page 77 for how to adjust the should adjust their restraint as high
seat-backs. as possible.
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5.Fasten and Position the Seat If necessary, pull up on the belt again
Belts to remove any slack, then check that
Insert the latch plate into the buckle, the belt rests across the center of
then tug on the belt to make sure the your chest and over your shoulder.
belt is securely latched. Check that This spreads the forces of a crash
the belt is not twisted, because a over the strongest bones in your
twisted belt can cause serious upper body.
injuries in a crash.
Improperly positioning the seat

belts can cause serious injury
or death in a crash.
Position the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across your hips, Make sure all seat belts are
then pull up on the shoulder part of properly positioned before
the belt so the lap part fits snugly. driving.
This lets your strong pelvic bones
take the force of a crash and reduces
the chance of internal injuries. If the seat belt touches or crosses
your neck, or if it crosses your arm
instead of your shoulder, you need to
adjust the seat belt anchor height.
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Never place the shoulder portion of a 6.Maintain a Proper Sitting

lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position
behind your back. This could cause After all occupants have adjusted
very serious injuries in a crash. their seats and put on seat belts, it is

very important that they continue to
If a seat belt does not seem to work sit upright, well back in their seats,
properly, it may not protect the with their feet on the floor, until the
occupant in a crash. vehicle is parked and the engine is
off.
No one should sit in a seat with an
inoperative seat belt. Using a seat Sitting improperly can increase the
belt that is not working properly can chance of injury during a crash. For
result in serious injury or death. example, if an occupant slouches,
The front seats have adjustable seat Have your dealer check the belt as lies down, turns sideways, sits
belt anchors. soon as possible. forward, leans forward or sideways,
or puts one or both feet up, the
To adjust the height of a front seat See page 18 for additional chance of injury during a crash is
belt anchor, press and hold the information about your seat belts greatly increased.
release buttons and slide the anchor and how to take care of them.
up or down as needed (it has four
positions).
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In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit
position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far
seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full
by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle. When riding
vehicle or being struck by an as a front passenger, adjust the seat
inflating front airbag. as far back as possible.
This will reduce the risk of injuries

to both you and your unborn child
Sitting improperly or out of that can be caused by a crash or an
position can result in serious inflating front airbag.
injury or death in a crash.
Each time you have a checkup, ask
Always sit upright, well back in your doctor if it’s okay for you to
the seat, with your feet on the If you are pregnant, the best way to drive.
floor. protect yourself and your unborn
child when driving or riding in a
vehicle is to always wear a seat belt,
and keep the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across the hips.
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Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Do not attach or place objects on
Two people should never use the between yourself and a front the front airbag covers. Objects on
same seat belt. If they do, they airbag. Carrying hard or sharp the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’
could be very seriously injured in a objects on your lap, or driving with could interfere with the proper

crash. a pipe or other sharp object in operation of the airbags or be
your mouth, can result in injuries propelled inside the vehicle and
Do not put any accessories on seat if your front airbag inflates. hurt someone if the airbags inflate.
belts. Devices intended to improve
occupant comfort or reposition the Keep your hands and arms away On models with side airbags, do
shoulder part of a seat belt can from the airbag covers. If your not attach hard objects on or near
reduce the protective capability of hands or arms are close to an a front door. If a side airbag
the belt and increase the chance of airbag cover, they could be injured inflates, a cup holder or other hard
serious injury in a crash. if the airbag inflates. object attached on or near the
door could be propelled inside the
vehicle and hurt someone.
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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency
Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving,
shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in
positions. The front seat belts are and across your hips. your seat while it keeps some
also equipped with automatic seat tension on the belt. During a collision
belt tensioners. To fasten the belt, insert the latch or sudden stop, the retractor
plate into the buckle, then tug on the automatically locks the belt to help
The seat belt system belt to make sure the buckle is restrain your body.
includes an indicator on the latched (see page 14 for how to
instrument panel and a beeper to properly position the belt). The seat belts in all positions except
remind you to fasten your seat belt. the driver’s have an additional
To unlock the belt, push the red locking mechanism that must be
If you turn the ignition to ON (II) PRESS button on the buckle. Guide activated to secure a child seat (see
before fastening your seat belt, the the belt across your body so that it page 38 ).
beeper will sound and the indicator retracts completely. After exiting the
will flash. If you do not fasten your vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the If the shoulder part of the belt is
seat belt before the beeper stops, the way and will not get closed in the pulled all the way out, the locking
indicator will stop flashing but door. mechanism will activate. The belt
remain on. will retract, but it will not allow the
passenger to move freely.
If you continue driving without
fastening your seat belt, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will flash
again at regular intervals.
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To deactivate the locking Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to
mechanism, unlatch the buckle and activate primarily in frontal collisions,
let the seat belt fully retract. To and they should activate in any
refasten the belt, pull it out only as collision severe enough to cause

far as needed. front-airbag inflation.
The tensioners can also be activated

during a collision in which the front
airbags do not deploy. In this case,
the airbags would not be needed, but
the additional restraint could be
helpful.
When the tensioners are activated,

For added protection, the front seat the seat belts will remain tight until
belts are equipped with automatic they are unbuckled in the normal
seat belt tensioners. When activated, manner.
the tensioners immediately tighten
the belts to help hold the driver and
a front passenger in place.
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Seat Belt Maintenance If a seat belt is worn during a crash,

For safety, you should check the it must be replaced by your dealer. A
condition of your seat belts regularly. belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining
crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious
Pull each belt out fully and look for of protection in a subsequent crash. injury or death if the seat belts
frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check do not work properly when
that the latches work smoothly and The dealer should also inspect the needed.
the belts retract easily. Any belt that anchors for damage and replace
is not in good condition or working them if needed. If the automatic seat Check your seat belts regularly
properly will not provide good belt tensioners activate during a and have any problem
protection and should be replaced as crash, they must be replaced. corrected as soon as possible.
soon as possible.
For information on how to clean your
Honda provides a lifetime warranty seat belts, see page 164 .
on seat belts for U.S. models. See
your Honda Warranty Information
booklet for details.
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Additional Information About Your Airbags
Airbag System Components In models with side airbags, Emergency backup power in case
Your airbag system includes: sensors that can detect whether a your vehicle’s electrical system is
child is in the passenger’s side disconnected in a crash.
Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint airbag path and automatically turn

System) front airbags. The driver’s the airbag off (see page 24 ).
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the front A sophisticated electronic system
passenger’s airbag is stored in the that continually monitors and
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS records information about the
AIRBAG’’ (see page 22 ). sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
In models with side airbags, one tensioners, and driver and front
for the driver and one for a front passenger seat belt use when the
passenger. The airbags are stored ignition is in the ON (II) position.
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE An indicator on the instrument
AIRBAG’’ (see page 24 ). panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
Automatic front seat belt sensors, or seat belt tensioners
tensioners (see page 19 ). (see page 25 ).
Sensors that can detect a In models with side airbags, an

moderate to severe front impact, indicator on the instrument panel
or side impact in models equipped that alerts you that the passenger’s
with side airbags. side airbag has been turned off
(see page 26 ).
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How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt
restrains your lower body and torso,
and the front airbag helps protect
your head and chest.
Although both airbags normally

inflate within a split second of each
other, it is possible for only one
airbag to deploy.
This can happen if the severity of a

collision is at the margin, or
threshold, that determines whether
or not the airbags will deploy. In
If you ever have a moderate to such cases, the seat belt will provide After inflating, the front airbags
severe frontal collision, sensors will sufficient protection, and the immediately deflate, so they won’t
detect the vehicle’s rapid supplemental protection offered by interfere with the driver’s visibility,
deceleration. the airbag would be minimal. or the ability to steer or operate
other controls.
If the rate of deceleration is high
enough, the control unit will instantly The total time for inflation and
inflate the driver’s and front deflation is one-tenth of a second, so
passenger’s airbags, at the time and fast that most occupants are not
with the force needed. aware that the airbags deployed until
they see them lying in their laps.
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After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags
looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual-
powder from the airbag’s surface. airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this
Although the powder is not harmful, inflation stages that can be ignited feature have two deployment

people with respiratory problems sequentially or simultaneously, thresholds that depend on whether
may experience some temporary depending on crash severity. or not the occupant is wearing a seat
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of belt.
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do In a more severe crash, both stages
so. will ignite simultaneously to provide If the occupant’s belt is not latched,
the quickest and greatest protection. the airbag will deploy at a slightly
lower threshold, because the
In a less severe crash, one stage will occupant would need extra
ignite first, then the second stage protection.
will ignite a split second later. This
provides longer airbag inflation time If the occupant’s belt is latched, the
with a little less force. airbag will inflate at a slightly higher
threshold, when the airbag would be
needed to supplement the protection
provided by the seat belt.
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How Your Side Airbags Work Only one airbag will deploy during a Side Airbag Cutoff System
Standard for U.S. models side impact. If the impact is on the To reduce the risk of injury from an
Optional for Canadian models passenger’s side, the passenger’s inflating side airbag, your vehicle has
side airbag will deploy even if there an automatic cutoff system for the
is no passenger. passenger’s side airbag.
To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage
side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system
should wear their seat belts and sit is designed to shut off the side
upright and well back in their seats. airbag if a child leans into the side
airbag’s path.
The side airbag may also shut off if a

short adult leans sideways, or a
larger adult slouches and leans
sideways into the airbag’s
If you ever have a moderate to deployment path.
severe side impact, sensors will
detect rapid deceleration and signal Objects placed on the front
the control unit to instantly inflate passenger seat can also cause the
either the driver’s or the passenger’s side airbag to be shut off.
side airbag.
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If the Side Airbag Off Indicator How the SRS Indicator Works If you see any of these indications,
comes on (see page 26 ), have the The SRS indicator alerts the airbags and seat belt tensioners
passenger sit upright. Once the you to a potential problem may not work properly when you
passenger is out of the airbag’s with your airbags or seat belt need them.

deployment path, the system will tensioners.
turn the airbag back on, and the
indicator will go out. When you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), this indicator will come on Ignoring the SRS indicator can
There will be some delay between briefly then go out. This tells you the result in serious injury or death
the moment the passenger moves system is working properly. if the airbag systems, or
into or out of the airbag deployment tensioners do not work properly.
path and when the indicator comes If the indicator comes on at any
on or goes off. other time, or does not come on at all, Have your vehicle checked by a
you should have the system checked dealer as soon as possible if
A front seat passenger should not by your dealer. For example: the SRS indicator alerts you to
use a cushion or other object as a a possible problem.
backrest. It may prevent the cutoff If the SRS indicator does not come
system from working properly. on after you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II).
If the indicator stays on after the

engine starts.
If the indicator comes on or

flashes on and off while you drive.
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How the Side Airbag Off Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions
Indicator Works Your airbag systems are virtually Do not attempt to deactivate your
Standard for U.S. models maintenance free, and there are no airbags. Together, airbags and
Optional for Canadian models parts you can safely service. seat belts provide the best
This indicator alerts you However, you must have your protection.
that the passenger’s side vehicle serviced if:
airbag has been automatically shut Do not tamper with airbag
off. It does not mean there is a An airbag ever inflates. Any airbag components or wiring for any
problem with your side airbags. that has deployed must be reason. Tampering could cause
replaced along with the control the airbags to deploy, possibly
When you turn the ignition switch to unit and other related parts. If a causing very serious injury.
ON (II), the indicator should light front airbag inflates, the seat belt
briefly and go off (see page 53 ). If it tensioners must also be replaced. Do not expose the front seat-backs
doesn’t light, stays on, or comes on to liquid. If water or another liquid
while driving without a passenger in Do not try to remove or replace soaks into a seat-back, it can
the front seat, have the system any airbag by yourself. This must prevent the side airbag cutoff
checked. be done by your dealer or a system from working properly.
knowledgeable body shop.
Do not cover or replace front seat-
The SRS indicator alerts you to a back covers without consulting
problem. Take your vehicle to an your dealer. Improperly replacing
authorized dealer as soon as or covering front seat-back covers
possible. If you ignore this can prevent your side airbags from
indication, your airbags may not inflating during a side impact.
operate properly.
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Protecting Children − General Guidelines
All Children Must Be Restrained

Each year, many children are injured
or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained
they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be

properly restrained. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a
accidents are the number one cause crash.
of the death of children ages 12 and
under. Any child too small for a seat
belt should be properly
To reduce the number of child restrained in a child seat. A
deaths and injuries, every state and larger child should be properly
Canadian province requires that restrained with a seat belt and
infants and children be properly use a booster seat if necessary.
Children depend on adults to protect restrained when they ride in a
them. However, despite their best vehicle.
intentions, many adults do not know Larger children must be restrained
how to properly protect child Infants and small children must be with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on
passengers. restrained in an approved child seat a booster seat until the seat belt fits
that is properly secured to the them properly (see pages 41 − 44 ).
If you have children, or ever need to vehicle (see pages 32 − 40 ).
drive with a child in your vehicle, be
sure to read this section. It begins
with important general guidelines,
then presents special information for
infants, small children, and larger
children.
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All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children
Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in
According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped
children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with passenger’s front airbag can be
safer when they are restrained in a severe frontal collision. To do this, hazardous. If the vehicle seat is too
back seat. The National Highway the passenger’s front airbag is quite far forward, or the child’s head is
Traffic Safety Administration and large, and it can inflate with enough thrown forward during a collision, an
Transport Canada recommend that force to cause very serious injuries. inflating front airbag can strike the
all children age 12 and under be child with enough force to kill or
properly restrained in a back seat. Infants very seriously injure a small child.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
Children who ride in back are less the front seat of a vehicle equipped Larger Children
likely to be injured by striking with a passenger’s front airbag. If Children who have outgrown child
interior vehicle parts during a the airbag inflates, it can hit the back seats are also at risk of being injured
collision or hard braking. Also, of the child seat with enough force or killed by an inflating passenger’s
children cannot be injured by an to kill or very seriously injure an front airbag. Whenever possible,
inflating front airbag when they ride infant. larger children should sit in the back
in the back. seat, on a booster seat if needed, and
be properly restrained with a seat
belt (see page 41 for important
information about protecting larger
children).
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To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models

front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISOR DASHBOARD
children must be properly restrained
in a back seat, your vehicle has

warning labels on the dashboard
(U.S. models) and on the front visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
Canadian Models
SUN VISOR
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If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical
Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact,
Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another
children can be properly restrained. an infant or small child in the front adult ride with the child in a back
If you ever have to carry a group of passenger seat so they can watch the seat. The back seat is far safer for a
children, and a child must ride in child, or because the child requires child than the front.
front: attention.
Place the largest child in the front Placing a child in the front seat
seat, provided the child is large exposes the child to hazards in a
enough to wear the lap/shoulder frontal collision, and paying close
belt properly (see page 41 ). attention to a child distracts the
driver from the important tasks of
Move the vehicle seat as far to the driving, placing both of you at risk.
rear as possible (see page 77 ).
Have the child sit upright and well

back in the seat (see page 15 ).
Make sure the seat belt is properly

positioned and secured (see page
14 ).
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Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote
Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of the reach of
your lap. If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most children. Even very young
seat belt in a crash, you could be states and Canadian provinces, children learn how to unlock

thrown forward and crush the and can be very hazardous. vehicle doors, turn on the ignition
child against the dashboard or a switch, and open the trunk, which
seat-back. If you are wearing a For example, infants and small can lead to accidental injury or
seat belt the child can be torn children left in a vehicle on a hot death.
from your arms and be seriously day can die from heatstroke. A
hurt or killed. child left alone with the key in the
ignition switch can accidentally set
Never put a seat belt over yourself the vehicle in motion, possibly
and a child. During a crash, the injuring themselves or others.
belt could press deep into the child
and cause serious or fatal injuries. Lock all doors and the trunk when
your vehicle is not in use. Children
Never let two children use the who play in vehicles can
same seat belt. If they do, they accidentally get trapped inside.
could be very seriously injured in a Teach your children not to play in
crash. or around vehicles. Know how to
operate the emergency trunk
Use childproof door locks to opener and decide if your children
prevent children from opening the should be shown how to use this
doors. This can prevent children feature (see page 74 ).
from accidentally falling out (see
page 73 ).
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Protecting Infants and Small Children
Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement
seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed
or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back
facing, reclining mode. seat, but not in the front. Never put a
rear-facing child seat in the front
Do not put a rear-facing child seat in seat.
a forward-facing position. If placed
facing forward, an infant could be If the passenger’s front airbag
very seriously injured during a inflates, it can hit the back of the
frontal collision. child seat with enough force to kill or
seriously injure an infant.
When properly installed, a rear-

facing child seat may prevent the
Child Seat Type driver or a front passenger from
An infant must be properly moving the seat as far back as
restrained in a rear-facing, reclining recommended, or from locking the
child seat until the child reaches the seat-back in the desired position.
seat maker’s weight or height limit
for the seat and the child is at least
one year old.
Only a rear-facing child seat provides

proper support for a baby’s head,
neck, and back.
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Protecting Infants and Small Children
In either situation, we strongly Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement

recommend that you install the child We strongly recommend placing a
seat directly behind the front forward-facing child seat in a back
passenger’s seat, move the seat as seat, not the front.

far forward as needed, and leave it
unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get Placing a forward-facing child seat in
a smaller rear-facing child seat. the front seat of a vehicle equipped
with a passenger’s airbag can be
hazardous. If the vehicle seat is too
far forward, or the child’s head is
Placing a rear-facing child seat thrown forward during a collision, an
in the front seat can result in inflating airbag can strike the child
serious injury or death if the with enough force to cause very
passenger’s front airbag inflates. serious or fatal injuries.
Child Seat Type
Always place a rear-facing child A child who is at least one year old,
seat in the back seat, not the and who fits within the child seat
front. maker’s weight and height limits,
should be restrained in a forward-
facing, upright child seat.
Of the different seats available, we

recommend those that have a five-
point harness system as shown.
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Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat
If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not
facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-
the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed
possible, be sure the child seat is seat, or one designed for use with using a seat belt.
firmly secured to the vehicle, and the the Lower Anchors and Tethers for
child is properly strapped in the seat. Children (LATCH) system. Whatever type of seat you choose, to
provide proper protection, a child
Conventional child seats must be seat should meet three
secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, requirements:
Placing a forward-facing child whereas LATCH-compatible seats
seat in the front seat can result are secured by attaching the seat to 1. The child seat should meet U.S. or
in serious injury or death if the hardware built into the two outer Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
front airbag inflates. seating positions in the back seat. Standard 213. Look for FMVSS
213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.
If you must place a forward- Since LATCH-compatible child seats
facing child seat in front, move are easier to install and reduce the 2. The child seat should be of the
the vehicle seat as far back as possibility of improper installation, proper type and size to fit the child.
possible, and properly restrain we recommend selecting this style. Rear-facing for infants, forward-
the child. facing for small children.
We also recommend selecting a
LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, 3. The child seat should fit the
rather than a flexible, anchor (see vehicle seating position (or
page 36 ). positions) where it will be used.
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Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat
Before purchasing a conventional Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and
child seat, or using a previously After selecting a proper child seat, should not reduce the child seat’s
purchased one, we recommend that and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
you test the seat in the specific there are three main steps in

vehicle seating position, or positions, installing the seat: If the child seat is not secure, try
where the seat will be used. installing it in a different seating
1. Properly secure the child seat to position, or use a different style of
the vehicle. All child seats must be child seat that can be firmly secured.
secured to the vehicle with the lap
part of a lap/shoulder belt or with 3. Secure the child in the child seat.
the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Make sure the child is properly
Tethers for Children) system. A strapped in the child seat
child whose seat is not properly according to the child seat maker’s
secured to the vehicle can be instructions. A child who is not
endangered in a crash. properly secured in a child seat
can be seriously injured in a crash.
2. Make sure the child seat is firmly
secured. After installing a child The following pages provide
seat, push and pull the seat guidelines on how to properly install
forward and from side to side to a child seat. A forward-facing child
verify that it is secure. seat is used in all examples, but the
instructions are the same for a rear-
A child seat secured with a seat belt facing child seat.
should be installed as firmly as
possible. However, it does not need
to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side
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Installing a Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat with BUTTONS

LATCH
Your vehicle is equipped with
LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children) at the outer
rear seats.
The lower anchors are located

between the seat-back and seat
bottom, and are to be used only with
a child seat designed for use with
LATCH. LOWER ANCHORS Rigid type
The location of each lower anchor is To install a LATCH-compatible child 3. Place the child seat on the vehicle
indicated by a small button above the seat: seat, then attach the seat to the
anchor point. lower anchors according to the
1. Move the seat belt buckle or child seat maker’s instructions.
tongue away from the lower
anchors. Some LATCH-compatible seats
have a rigid-type connector as
2. Make sure there are no objects shown above.
near the anchors that could
prevent a secure connection
between the child seat and the
anchors.
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7. Push and pull the child seat

TETHER STRAP forward and from side to side to
HOOK Front
verify that it is secure.

ANCHOR
Flexible type
Other LATCH-compatible seats have 5. Lift the head restraint (see page
a flexible-type connector as shown 78 ), then route the tether strap
above. through the legs of the head
restraint, over the seat-back,
4. Whatever type you have, follow making sure the strap is not
the child seat maker’s instructions twisted.
for adjusting or tightening the fit.
6. Attach the tether strap hook to the
anchor, then tighten the strap as
instructed by the child seat maker.
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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/

Shoulder Belt
When not using the LATCH system,
all child seats must be secured to the
vehicle with the lap part of a lap/
shoulder belt.
In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in

all seating positions except the
driver’s have a locking mechanism
that must be activated to secure a
child seat.
1. With the child seat in the desired 2. To activate the lockable retractor,
seating position, route the belt slowly pull the shoulder part of the
through the child seat according belt all the way out until it stops,
to the seat maker’s instructions, then let the belt feed back into the
then insert the latch plate into the retractor.
buckle.
3. After the belt has retracted, tug on
it. If the belt is locked, you will not
be able to pull it out. If you can pull
the belt out, it is not locked, and
you will need to repeat these steps.
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To deactivate the locking

mechanism and remove a child seat,
unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat
belt, and let the belt fully retract.

4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat
locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to
the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to
up to remove any slack from the stay upright during normal driving
lap part of the belt. Remember, if maneuvers. If the child seat is not
the lap part of the belt is not tight, secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to
the child seat will not be secure. retract fully, then repeat these
steps.
To remove slack, it may help to
put weight on the child seat, or
push on the back of the seat while
pulling up on the belt.
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Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor 3. Tighten the strap according to the
Tether seat maker’s instructions.
TETHER STRAP
HOOK Front Using the Center Anchor
TETHER STRAP Front
HOOK
ANCHOR
COVER
ANCHORAGE POINT
1. After properly securing the child
ANCHOR
A child seat with a tether can be seat (see page 38 ), lift the head
installed in any seating position in restraint, then route the tether
the back seat, using one of the strap over the seat-back and 1. After properly securing the child
anchorage points shown above. through the head restraint legs. seat (see page 38 ), route the
tether strap over the seat-back.
Since a tether can provide additional 2. Lift the anchor cover, then attach
security to the lap/shoulder belt the tether strap hook to the 2. Follow steps 2 and 3 from the
installation, we recommend using a anchor, making sure the strap is previous column.
tether whenever one is required or not twisted.
available.
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Protecting Larger Children
When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit

recommended weight or height limit
for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under
child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury

booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front
belt. airbag inflates.
The following pages give If a child must ride in front,

instructions on how to check proper move the vehicle seat as far
seat belt fit, what kind of booster back as possible, use a booster
seat to use if one is needed, and seat if needed, have the child
important precautions for a child sit up properly and wear the
who must sit in front. seat belt properly.
To determine if a lap/shoulder belt

properly fits a child, have the child
put on the seat belt, then ask
yourself:
1. Does the child sit all the way back

against the seat?
2. Do the child’s knees bend

comfortably over the edge of the
seat?
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3. Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat to drive.

between the child’s neck and arm?
Booster seats can be high-back or
4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as low-back. Whichever style you select,
possible, touching the child’s make sure the booster seat meets
thighs? federal safety standards (see page
34 ) and that you follow the booster
5. Will the child be able to stay seat maker’s instructions.
seated like this for the whole trip?
If a child who uses a booster seat
If you answer yes to all these must ride in front, move the vehicle
questions, the child is ready to wear seat as far back as possible and be
the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If sure the child is wearing the seat
you answer no to any question, the belt properly.
child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-
facing child seat should ride in a A child may continue using a booster
back seat and use a booster seat seat until the tops of their ears are
until the lap/shoulder belt fits them even with the top of the vehicle’s or
properly without the booster. booster’s seat-back. A child of this
height should be tall enough to use
Some states and Canadian provinces the lap/shoulder belt without a
also require children to use a booster booster seat.
seat until they reach a given age or
weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be
sure to check current laws in the
states or provinces where you intend
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When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely
Front while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to:
The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in the
Administration and Transport front, there are other important Carefully read the owner’s manual,

Canada recommend that all children factors you should consider. and make sure you understand all
age 12 and under be properly seat belt instructions and all safety
restrained in a back seat. Physical Size information.
Physically, a child must be large
If the passenger’s front airbag enough for the lap/shoulder belt to Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
inflates in a moderate to severe properly fit (see pages 14 and 41 ). If most position.
frontal collision, the airbag can cause the seat belt does not fit properly,
serious injuries to a child who is with or without the child sitting on a Have the child sit up straight, back
unrestrained, improperly restrained, booster seat, the child should not sit against the seat, and feet on or
sitting too close to the airbag, or out in front. near the floor.
of position.
Maturity Check that the child’s seat belt is
A side airbag also poses risks. If any To safely ride in front, a child must properly and securely positioned.
part of a larger child’s body is in the be able to follow the rules, including
path of a deploying side airbag, the sitting properly, and wearing the seat Supervise the child. Even mature
child could receive possibly serious belt properly throughout a ride. children sometimes need to be
injuries. reminded to fasten the seat belts
or sit properly.
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Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a

Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. Devices intended to
across the neck. This could result improve a child’s comfort or
in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a
crash. seat belt can make the belt less
effective and increase the chance
Do not let a child put the shoulder of serious injury in a crash.
part of a seat belt behind the back
or under the arm. This could
cause very serious injuries during
a crash. It also increases the
chance that the child will slide
under the belt in a crash and be
injured.
Two children should never use the

same seat belt. If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull
carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
have no problem with carbon Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous
monoxide entering the vehicle in Breathing it can cause condition. If you must drive with the

normal driving if you maintain your unconsciousness and even kill trunk open, open all the windows and
vehicle properly. you. set the heating and cooling system
as shown below.
Have the exhaust system inspected Avoid any enclosed areas or
for leaks whenever: activities that expose you to If you must sit in your parked vehicle
carbon monoxide. with the engine running, even in an
The vehicle is raised for an oil unconfined area, adjust the heating
change. and cooling system as follows:
High levels of carbon monoxide can
You notice a change in the sound collect rapidly in enclosed areas, 1. Select the Fresh Air mode.
of the exhaust. such as a garage. Do not run the 2. Select the mode.
engine with the garage door closed. 3. Turn the fan on high speed.
The vehicle was in an accident Even with the door open, run the 4. Set the temperature control to a
that may have damaged the engine only long enough to move the comfortable setting.
underside. vehicle out of the garage.
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Safety Labels
These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR

shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only U.S. models
hazards that could cause serious
injury. Read these labels carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard

to read (except for the U.S.
dashboard label which may be
removed by the owner), contact your
dealer for a replacement.
Canadian models
RADIATOR CAP
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Safety Labels
HOOD DOORJAMBS
On models with side airbags On models with side airbags
U.S. models Canadian models

On models without side airbags
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Main Menu
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Main Menu
Instruments and Controls
This section gives information about Control Locations ............................ 50 Door Locks ....................................... 73
the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ............................. 51 Power Door Locks ....................... 73
contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ........... 53 Childproof Door Locks ............... 73
your vehicle. All the essential Gauges .............................................. 59 Trunk................................................. 74
controls are within easy reach. Odometer ...................................... 60 Emergency Trunk Opener ......... 74
Trip Meter .................................... 60 Remote Transmitter ........................ 75

Current Fuel Mileage .................. 60 Seats .................................................. 77
Trip Mileage ................................. 60 Power Windows ............................... 79
Turning Off the Mileage Mirrors .............................................. 80
Display ...................................... 61 Parking Brake .................................. 81
Fuel Gauge ................................... 61 Interior Convenience Items ............ 82
IMA Battery Level Gauge .......... 62 Beverage Holder .......................... 83
Charge/Assist Gauge ................. 63 Accessory Power Socket ............ 83
Temperature Gauge .................... 63 Glove Box ..................................... 83
Controls Near the Steering Console Compartment ................ 83
Wheel ............................................ 64 Interior Lights .................................. 84
Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 65
Turn Signal and Headlights............ 66
Instrument Panel Brightness ......... 67
Hazard Warning Button .................. 67
Rear Window Defogger .................. 68
Steering Wheel Adjustment ........... 69
Keys and Locks ................................ 70
Immobilizer System......................... 71
Ignition Switch ................................. 72
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Control Locations
MIRROR HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS

CONTROLS (P. 86)
(P. 80) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
(P. 67)
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
(P. 73)
CRUISE CONTROL AUDIO SYSTEM

MASTER BUTTON (P. 93)
(P. 108) CLOCK
(P. 107)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 79) ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P. 83)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P. 113) HOOD RELEASE (P. 108)
TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE
(P. 74) (P. 115)
AT model is shown.
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Instrument Panel
Automatic Transmission(CVT)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P. 56) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR＊
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 54, 191)
(P. 56)
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 58)
(P. 53)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 53) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT (P. 54)
SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 53) (P. 56)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P. 54, 189)
AUTO IDLE STOP IMA SYSTEM

INDICATOR INDICATOR
(P. 136) (P. 55)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 55) SHIFT LEVER POSITION TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP INDICATORS (P. 56)
(P. 190) (P. 131)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING(EPS)
(P. 54, 188) INDICATOR
(P. 55)
＊
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
Manual Transmission
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

(P. 56) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR＊
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 54, 191)
(P. 56)
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 58)
(P. 53)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 53) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT (P. 54)
SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 53) (P. 56)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P. 54, 189)
AUTO IDLE STOP IMA SYSTEM

INDICATOR INDICATOR
(P. 130) (P. 55)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 55) SHIFT UP/SHIFT DOWN TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP INDICATORS (P. 56)
(P. 190) (P. 130)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING(EPS)
(P. 54, 188) INDICATOR
(P. 55)
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
The instrument panel has many Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off Indicator
indicators to give you important System Indicator
information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you Standard for U.S. models
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If Optional for Canadian models
Seat Belt Reminder it comes on at any other time, it This indicator comes on when you
Indicator indicates a potential problem with turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If

This indicator comes on when you your front airbags. This indicator will it comes on at any other time, it
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It also alert you to a potential problem indicates that the passenger’s side
reminds you and your passengers to with your side airbags, passenger’s airbag has automatically shut off.
fasten your seat belts. A beeper also side airbag automatic cutoff system, For more information, see page 26 .
sounds if you have not fastened your or automatic seat belt tensioners.
seat belt. For more information, see page 25 .
If you turn the ignition switch to ON

(II) before fastening your belt, the
beeper sounds and the indicator
flashes. If you do not fasten your
seat belt before the beeper stops, the
indicator stops flashing but remains
on.
If you continue driving without

fastening your seat belt, the beeper
sounds and the indicator flashes
again at regular intervals.
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Charging System U.S. Canada Parking Brake Anti-lock Brake System

Indicator and Brake (ABS) Indicator
If this indicator comes on when the System Standard for U.S. models
engine is running, the 12 volt battery Indicator Optional for Canadian models
is not being charged. For more This indicator has two functions: This indicator normally comes on for
information, see page 189 . a few seconds when you turn the
1. It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and when
Low Oil Pressure ignition switch to ON (II). It is a the ignition switch is turned to
Indicator reminder to check the parking START (III). If it comes on at any
The engine can be severely damaged brake. Driving with the parking other time, there is a problem with
if this indicator flashes or stays on brake not fully released can the ABS. If this happens, have your
when the engine is running. For damage the brakes and tires. vehicle checked at a dealer. With
more information, see page 188 . this indicator on, your vehicle still
2. If it remains lit after you have fully has normal braking ability but no
Malfunction Indicator released the parking brake while anti-lock function. For more
Lamp the engine is running, or if it information, see page 139 .
See page 190 . comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more information, see
page 191 .
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Electric Power Steering If you drive with the system IMA System Indicator
(EPS) Indicator overheated continuously or
This indicator normally comes on repeatedly, this can damage the This indicator normally comes on for
when you turn the ignition to ON (II) power steering system. a few seconds when you turn the
and goes off after the engine starts. ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes
If it comes on at any other time, Immobilizer System on at any other time, it indicates a

there is a problem in the Electric Indicator problem in the Integrated Motor
Power Steering system. If this This indicator comes on for a few Assist (IMA) system. With the IMA
happens, stop the vehicle in a safe seconds when you turn the ignition indicator on, the vehicle may not
place and turn off the engine. Reset switch to ON (II). It will then go off accelerate as it normally does. Have
the system by restarting the engine. if you have inserted a properly-coded the vehicle checked by the dealer as
The indicator will not turn off ignition key. If it is not a properly- soon as possible.
immediately. If it does not go off coded key, the indicator will blink,
after driving a short distance, or and the engine will not start (see Auto Idle Stop Indicator
comes back on again while driving, page 71 ). See pages 130 and 136 .
take the vehicle to your dealer to
have it checked. With the indicator This indicator also blinks several
on, the EPS may be turned off, times when you turn the ignition
making the vehicle harder to steer. switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).
If the power steering system
overheats while driving, the assisting
power is reduced and steering may
feel slightly harder.
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Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator

Hazard Warning
Indicators This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on if the trunk
The left or right turn signal indicator high beam headlights. For more lid is not closed tightly.
blinks when you signal a lane change information, see page 66 .
or turn. If the indicator does not Low Fuel Indicator
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually On Canadian models, this indicator
means one of the turn signal bulbs is comes on with reduced brightness This indicator comes on as a
burned out (see page 161 ). Replace when the Daytime Running Lights reminder that you must refuel soon.
the bulb as soon as possible, since (DRL) are on (see page 66 ).
other drivers cannot see that you are Washer Level Indicator
signaling. Cruise Control Indicator
Canadian models only
When you press the Hazard Warning This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on when the
button, both turn signal indicators set the cruise control. See page washer fluid level is low. Add washer
blink. All turn signals on the outside 108 for information on operating the fluid when you see this indicator
of the vehicle should flash. cruise control. (see page 155 ).
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‘‘Daytime Running Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators

Lights’’ Indicator Manual Transmission
Canadian models only See page 130 .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II) Shift Lever Position Indicators
with the headlight switch off and the Automatic Transmission (CVT)

parking brake set. It should go off if See page 131 .
you turn on the headlights or release
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
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Maintenance Required Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) SELECT/RESET KNOB

Indicator and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this
This indicator reminds you that it is indicator will come on for 2 seconds
time to take your vehicle in for when you first turn the ignition
scheduled maintenance. switch to ON (II), and then flash for
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules 10 seconds.
for Normal and Severe Driving
Conditions on pages 145 and 146 . If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000
km) without having the scheduled
For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) maintenance performed, this
after the Maintenance Required indicator will remain on as a constant
Indicator is reset, it will come on for reminder.
2 seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II). Your dealer will reset this indicator 2. Press and hold the Select/Reset
after completing the scheduled knob on the instrument panel,
maintenance. If this maintenance is then turn the ignition switch to
done by someone other than your ON (II).
dealer, reset the indicator as follows.
3. Hold the knob for about 10
1. Turn off the engine. seconds until the indicator goes
off.
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Gauges
ODOMETER/TRIP METER FUEL GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER
IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE

TACHOMETER IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE
FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY SELECT/RESET TEMPERATURE GAUGE

KNOB
CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY
U.S. model with automatic transmission (CVT) is shown.
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Gauges
Odometer There are two trip meters: Trip A Trip Mileage

The odometer shows the total and Trip B. Each trip meter works
distance your vehicle has been independently, so you can keep track TRIP MILEAGE (TRIP A)
driven. It measures miles in U.S. of two different distances.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models. To reset a trip meter, display it and
It is illegal under U.S. federal law and then press and hold the Select/Reset
Canadian provincial regulations to knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
disconnect, reset, or alter the
odometer with the intent to change Current Fuel Mileage
the number of miles or kilometers This display shows the current, or
indicated. instantaneous fuel mileage you are
getting. U.S. Model is shown.
Trip Meter
The trip meter shows the number of It shows the number of miles per When a trip meter is displayed, the
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) hour and mpg (U.S.) or kilometers average fuel mileage you have been
driven since you last reset it. per hour and l/100 km (Canada). getting during that trip is shown in
the Fuel Mileage display. This
The odometer and the trip meters You can turn off this display at any number is updated once per ten
use the same display. Switch these time. See page 61 . seconds.
displays by pressing the Select/
Reset knob. When you reset a trip meter, the
average fuel mileage for that trip
meter also resets.
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Gauges
Turning Off the Mileage Display Fuel Gauge

You can temporarily turn off the This shows how much fuel you have.
Current Fuel Mileage display. It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
and make sure the transmission is

in Neutral (manual) or Park
(automatic) and the parking brake Avoid driving with an extremely low
is set. f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
2. Use the Select/Reset knob to the catalytic converter.
select the odometer display.
3. Press and hold the Select/Reset

knob for about 10 to 15 seconds,
then release it. The Current Fuel
Mileage display will turn off.
The display will turn back on when

you repeat the same procedure in
step 3.
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Gauges
IMA Battery Level Gauge climbing a long hill. The engine will This correction of the battery level
recharge the battery as you continue gauge is normal and does not
IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE driving. indicate a problem. If the IMA
battery develops a problem or
If the battery is mostly discharged, becomes deteriorated, the IMA
the Auto Idle Stop function is system indicator will come on. If this
disabled (see pages 129 and 135 ). happens, have the vehicle checked
by your dealer as soon as possible.
The battery level gauge does not
read the battery level directly. It
calculates the level by continuously
measuring the current flow, voltage,
and temperature.
This gauge shows you the state of Since the level is not read directly,
charge of the battery for the small sensing errors can, over time,
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). This cause the gauge to read higher than
battery is recharged by the engine, the actual battery level. The system
and discharged by the IMA when it will then perform a correction, and
is assisting the engine with powering the battery level gauge reading will
the vehicle. drop suddenly. When this happens,
IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop are
The gauge reading may drop near disabled until the IMA battery is
the bottom under driving conditions sufficiently recharged by normal
that require assist for a long time, driving. This should take only a few
such as prolonged acceleration or minutes.
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Gauges
Charge/Assist Gauge If the IMA battery is too hot or too Temperature Gauge
cold, the IMA system shuts down to This shows the temperature of the
IMA CHARGE IMA ASSIST protect the battery. This disables the engine’s coolant. During normal
GAUGE GAUGE
IMA assist and Auto Idle Stop, even operation, the reading should be in
though the Battery Level Gauge may the middle of the gauge. In severe
show that the battery is well-charged. driving conditions, such as very hot

Therefore, those functions may not weather or a long period of uphill
operate when you first start driving driving, the reading may reach near
in very hot or cold weather. the red mark. If it reaches the red
(Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of
The battery temperature will the road. See page 186 for
normalize after a few minutes of instructions and precautions on
driving, and the IMA system will checking the engine’s cooling
work normally. system.
This gauge shows you the status of
the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA).
When the IMA battery is being
charged, the left side of the gauge
illuminates. When the IMA is
assisting the engine, the right side of
the gauge illuminates.
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING

TURN SIGNALS BUTTON (P.67)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER BUTTON (P.66)
WINDSHIELD
(P.108) WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.65)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
(P.68)
ECON BUTTON
(P.87)
＊
HORN
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P.80) ACCESSORY POWER
STEERING WHEEL CRUISE CONTROL
ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS SOCKET
(P.69) (P.108) (P.83)
＊
To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
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Windshield Wipers and Washers
Push the right lever up or down to Windshield Washers − Pull the

select a position. wiper control lever toward you and
hold it. The washers spray until
MIST − The wipers run at high you release the lever. The wipers
speed until you release the lever. run at low speed, then complete
one more sweep after you release

OFF − The wipers are not activated. the lever.
INT − The wipers operate every

few seconds. In low speed and
high speed, the wipers run
continuously.
1. MIST Vary the delay by turning the INT

2. OFF TIME ring.
3. INT − Intermittent
4. LO − Low speed LO − The wipers run at low speed.
5. HI − High speed
6. Windshield Washers HI − The wipers run at high speed.
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Turn Signal and Headlights
Turn Signal − Push down on the page 56 ). Pull the lever back to
left lever to signal a left turn and up return to the low beams.
to signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever and To flash the high beams, pull the
hold it. The lever will return to lever back lightly, then release it.
center when you release it or The high beams will stay on as long
complete a turn. as you hold the lever back.
Headlights On − Turning the Daytime Running Lights

switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns Canadian models
on the parking lights, taillights, With the headlight switch off, the
instrument panel lights, side-marker high beam headlights and the
lights, and rear license plate lights. indicator come on with reduced
1. Turn Signal brightness when you turn the
2. Off Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ ignition switch to ON (II) and
3. Parking and indicator lights position turns on the headlights. If release the parking brake. They
4. Headlights on you leave the lights on with the remain on until you turn the ignition
5. High beams ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) switch off, even if you set the
6. Flash high beams or LOCK (0), you will hear a parking brake.
reminder tone when you open the
driver’s door. The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
High Beams − Push the lever with the switch.
forward until you hear a click to turn
on the high beams. The blue high
beam indicator will come on (see
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Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button
Instrument Panel Brightness values five seconds after you stop Hazard Warning Button
adjusting the knob.
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
Adjust the brightness to the desired
level with the headlight switch off,
and also with the headlight switch on.

To reduce glare at night, the
instrument panel illumination dims
when you turn the light switch to
or . Turning the Select/
Reset knob fully to the right will
KNOB return the instrument panel to the
brightness adjusted with the
The knob on the instrument panel headlight switch off and a tone will Push the button between the center
controls the brightness of the instru- sound. vents to turn on the hazard warning
ment panel lights. Turn the knob to lights (four-way flashers). This
adjust the brightness. causes all four outside turn signals
and both turn indicators in the
When you turn the knob, the instrument panel to flash. Use the
odometer/trip meter display hazard warning lights if you need to
changes to circles that show you the park in a dangerous area near heavy
current level. You will hear a tone traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.
when you reach the maximum or
minimum brightness. The display
returns to the odometer/trip meter
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Rear Window Defogger
Make sure the rear window is clear

and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
The defogger wires on the inside of

the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side to side.
The rear window defogger will clear

fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the defogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button comes on to show the
defogger is on. If you do not turn it
off, the defogger will shut itself off
after about 15 minutes. It also shuts
off when you turn off the ignition
switch. You have to turn the
defogger on again when you restart
the vehicle.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment
Make any steering wheel adjustment 3. Push the lever up to lock the
before you start driving. steering wheel in position.
4. Make sure you have securely

locked the steering wheel in place
Adjusting the steering wheel by trying to move it up and down.

position while driving may
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only

when the vehicle is stopped.
1. Push the lever under the steering
column all the way down.
2. Move the steering wheel so it

points toward your chest, not
toward your face. Make sure you
can see the instrument panel
gauges and indicators.
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Keys and Locks
You should have received a key These keys contain electronic

KEY MASTER VALET number tag with your set of keys. circuits that are activated by the
NUMBER KEYS KEY You will need this key number if you Immobilizer System. They will not
TAG (Black) (Gray) ever have to get a key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the
only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys from direct

sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Do not drop the keys or set heavy

objects on them.
The master key fits all the locks on Keep the keys away from liquids.
your vehicle. If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a soft cloth.
The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can The keys do not contain batteries.
keep the trunk and trunk release Do not try to take them apart.
handle locked when you leave your
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
facility.
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Immobilizer System
The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC:
your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the
improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
device) is used, the engine’s fuel following two conditions: (1) This device
system is disabled. Do not attempt to alter this system may not cause harmful interference, and
or add other devices to it. Electrical (2) this device must accept any

When you turn the ignition switch to problems could result that may make interference received, including
ON (II), the Immobilizer System your vehicle undriveable. interference that may cause undesired
indicator should come on for a few operation.
seconds, then go out. If the indicator If you have lost your key and cannot
starts to blink, it means the system start your engine, contact your Changes or modifications not expressly
does not recognize the coding of the dealer. approved by the party responsible for
key. Turn the ignition switch to compliance could void the user’s
LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert authority to operate the equipment.
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)
again. This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
The system may not recognize your Operation is subject to the following two
key’s coding if another immobilizer conditions: (1) this device may not cause
key or other metal object (i.e. key interference, and (2) this device must
fob) is near the ignition switch when accept any interference that may cause
you insert the key. undesired operation of the device.
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Ignition Switch
If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if
anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition
to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or
steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open
you turn the key. the driver’s door. Remove the key to
turn off the beeper.
ACCESSORY (I) − You can
operate the audio system and the If your vehicle has an automatic
accessory power socket in this transmission, the shift lever must be
position. in Park before you can remove the
key from the ignition switch.
ON (II) − This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
The ignition switch has four indicators on the instrument panel
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY come on as a test when you turn the Removing the key from the
(I), ON (II), and START (III). ignition switch from ACCESSORY ignition switch while driving
(I) to ON (II). locks the steering. This can
LOCK (0) − You can insert or cause you to lose control.
remove the key only in this position. START (III) − Use this position
To turn the key, push it in slightly. If only to start the engine. The switch Remove the key from the
your vehicle has an automatic returns to ON (II) when you let go of ignition switch only when
transmission, the shift lever must the key. parked.
also be in park.
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Door Locks
Power Door Locks Childproof Door Locks
Unlock
Unlock

Lock
Lock LEVER
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
All doors lock when you push down Each door has a lock tab on the top. The childproof door locks are
the master door lock switch or the Push the tab down to lock the door designed to prevent children seated
lock tab on the driver’s door, or lock and pull it up to unlock. in the rear from accidentally opening
the driver’s door from the outside the rear doors. Each rear door has a
with the key. Only the driver’s door To lock any passenger’s door when lock lever near the edge. With the
unlocks when you use the key or getting out of the vehicle, push the lever in the LOCK position, the door
lock tab. To unlock the passengers’ lock tab down and close the door. To cannot be opened from the inside
doors, use the master door lock lock the driver’s door, pull and hold regardless of the position of the lock
switch or the lock tab on each door. the outside door handle then push tab. To open the door, pull the lock
the lock tab down. Release the tab up, and use the outside door
handle, then close the door. handle.
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Trunk
TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE Emergency Trunk Opener
Pull
MASTER KEY MASTER KEY
To open the trunk, pull the trunk You can also use the master key to
release handle to the left of the open the trunk lock. As a safety feature, your vehicle has
driver’s seat. To protect items in the a release lever on the trunk latch so
trunk when you need to give the key Keep the trunk lid closed at all times the trunk can be opened from inside.
to someone else, lock the trunk while driving to avoid damaging it To open the trunk, push the release
release handle with the master key and to prevent exhaust gas from lever to the left.
and give the other person the valet getting into the interior. See Carbon
key. Monoxide Hazard, page 45 . Parents should decide if their
children should be shown how to use
To close the trunk, press down on this feature. For more information
the trunk lid. about child safety, see page 31 .
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Remote Transmitter
UNLOCK − Press this button once PANIC − Press this button for
LED LOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it about 1 second to attract attention;
BUTTON twice to unlock the other doors. the horn will sound and the exterior
Some exterior lights will flash twice lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
each time you press the button. To cancel panic mode, press any
UNLOCK other button on the remote

BUTTON The ceiling light (if the ceiling light transmitter, or turn the ignition
switch is in the center position) will switch to ON (II).
come on when you press the
PANIC UNLOCK button. If you do not open Remote Transmitter Care
BUTTON any door within 30 seconds, the light Avoid dropping or throwing the
fades out. If you relock the doors transmitter.
with the remote transmitter before
LOCK − Press this button once to 30 seconds have elapsed, the light Protect the transmitter from
lock all doors. Some exterior lights will go off immediately. extreme temperature.
will flash. When you push LOCK
twice within 5 seconds, you will hear If you do not open any door within 30 Do not immerse the transmitter in
a beep to verify that the doors are seconds, the doors automatically any liquid.
locked. You cannot lock the doors if relock.
any door is not fully closed or if the If you lose a transmitter, the
key is in the ignition switch. replacement needs to be
reprogrammed by your dealer.
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Remote Transmitter
Replacing the Transmitter To replace the battery, move the As required by the FCC:
Battery round cover on the back of the This device complies with Part 15 of the
transmitter by turning it FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
ROUND counterclockwise with a coin. Insert following two conditions: (1) This device
COVER a new battery with the ＋ side facing may not cause harmful interference, and
up. Install the cushion ring. Align the (2) this device must accept any
CUSHION ▽ mark on the cover with the interference received, including
RING ◎ mark on the transmitter. Set interference that may cause undesired
the cover in place and turn it operation.
BATTERY clockwise.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
If it takes several pushes on the This device complies with Industry

button to lock or unlock the doors, Canada Standard RSS-210.
replace the battery as soon as Operation is subject to the following two
possible. conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
Battery type: CR2025 accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
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Seats
Front Seat Adjustments

See pages 11 − 13 for important safety
information and warnings about how to
properly position the seats and seat-
backs.

Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.
To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle of the
backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the
the seat cushion’s front edge. Then outside of the seat bottom.
try to move the seat to make sure it
is locked in position.
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Seats
Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Head Restraints The head restraints help protect you
See page 13 for important safety and your passengers from whiplash
information and a warning about how to and other injuries. They are most
properly position the head restraints. effective when you adjust them so
the back of the occupant’s head rests
FRONT against the center of the restraint.
The head restraints in the front and

rear outboard seating positions
adjust for height. You need both
hands to adjust the restraint. Do not
attempt to adjust it while driving. To
raise it, pull upward. To lower the
restraint, push the release button
To adjust the height of the driver’s sideways and push the restraint
seat, turn the dial on the outside of RELEASE BUTTON down.
the seat bottom.
Your vehicle is equipped with head
restraints in the front seats and the
outboard seating positions in the
rear.
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Power Windows
DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH The AUTO function only works to

lower the driver’s window. To raise
Closing a power window on the window, you must pull back on
someone’s hands or fingers can the window switch and hold it until
cause serious injury. the window reaches the desired
position.

Make sure your passengers are
away from the windows before The indicator in the AUTO switch
closing them. comes on when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II).
The master control panel also con-
MAIN SWITCH tains these extra features: When you push the MAIN switch in,
the switch is OFF, and the passenger
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) AUTO − To open the driver’s windows cannot be raised or lowered.
to raise or lower any window. To window fully, push the window To cancel this feature, push on the
open the window, push the switch switch firmly down and release it. switch again to get it to pop out.
down and hold it. Release the switch The window automatically goes all Keep the MAIN switch off when you
when you want the window to stop. the way down. To stop the window have children in the vehicle so they
Pull back on the switch and hold it to from going all the way down, pull do not injure themselves by
close the window. back on the window switch briefly. operating the windows
unintentionally.
To open the driver’s window only
partially, push the window switch
down lightly and hold it. The window
will stop as soon as you release the
switch.
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Mirrors
TAB
Adjusting the Power Mirrors 3. Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down.
4. When you finish, move the

selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch off to keep your
settings.
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
Keep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility. 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
you start driving. 2. Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
The inside mirror has day and night side).
positions. The night position reduces
glare from headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position.
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Mirrors, Parking Brake
Power Mirror Heaters Parking Brake

HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles.

PARKING BRAKE LEVER
On Canadian model To apply the parking brake, pull the

The outside mirrors are heated to lever up fully. To release it, pull up
remove fog and frost. With the slightly, push the button, and lower
ignition switch in the ON (II) the lever. The parking brake
position, turn on the heaters by indicator on the instrument panel
pressing the button. The indicator in should go out when the parking
the button comes on as a reminder. brake is fully released (see page 54 ).
Press the button again to turn the
heaters off.
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Interior Convenience Items
VANITY MIRROR
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COIN BOX CENTER POCKET
COAT HOOK
ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKET
GLOVE BOX
BEVERAGE HOLDER
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Interior Convenience Items
Beverage Holder Glove Box Console Compartment

Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the
beverage holder. A spilled liquid that handle. Close it with a firm push. LEVER
is very hot can scald you or your
passengers. Spilled liquid can also
damage the upholstery, carpeting,

and electrical components in the An open glove box can cause
interior. Open the beverage holder serious injury to your passenger
by pushing on the top. in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat
Accessory Power Socket belt.
This socket is intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories Always keep the glove box CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
that are rated 120 watts or less (10 closed while driving.
amps). To open the console compartment,
pull up on the lever and lift the lid.
To power an accessory, the ignition
switch must be in the ACCESSORY To close, lower the lid and push it
(I) or ON (II) position. down until it latches.
It will not power an automotive type

cigarette lighter element.
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Interior Lights
Ceiling Light If you leave any door open with the Spotlights
key not in the ignition switch, the
DOOR ACTIVATED ceiling light will go off after 3
minutes.
ON
OFF
The ceiling light has a three-position Push on the spotlight lenses to turn
switch: ON, Door Activated, and the light on and off. You can use the
OFF. spotlights at all times.
In the Door Activated (center)
position, the light comes on when Courtesy Light
you: Your vehicle has a courtesy light in
Open any door. the ignition switch. This light comes
Remove the key from the ignition. on when you unlock the driver’s door
If you do not open a door, the light or remove the key from the ignition
fades out in about 10 seconds. switch. It fades out about 6 seconds
Unlock the doors with the key or after the door is closed.
remote transmitter.
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Main Menu
Features
The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ................ 86
systems in your vehicle provide a Playing the Radio ............................. 93
comfortable driving environment in Radio Reception ............................... 96
all weather conditions. Playing a CD ..................................... 98
CD Changer...................................... 99
The standard audio system has Protecting Your CDs ..................... 100
many features. This section de- CD Player Error Messages .......... 101
scribes those features and how to CD Changer Error Messages ...... 102
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use them. (If you selected an Playing a Tape ................................ 103
optional audio system, refer to the Radio Theft Protection.................. 106
operating instructions that came Setting the Clock ........................... 107
with it.) Cruise Control ................................ 108
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio

system that requires a code number
to enable it.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
MODE CONTROL DIAL
ECON BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON
FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON
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Manual Operation ECON Button If the fan control dial is off, you
You can manually set the system You can get better fuel economy cannot select the ECON mode, but
controls for ventilation, air with the Auto Idle Stop function the Auto Idle Stop is enabled.
conditioning, heating, airflow when you press the ECON button
direction, and fan speed in various with the fan on.
combinations.
When the ECON button is on:
The indicator comes on.
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The Auto Idle Stop is enabled.
The system will not cool as quickly
when the A/C is on.
The system turns off the ECON
mode when you select or
.
If the outside temperature is below

freezing, the Auto Idle Stop is
disabled, even if the ECON button is
on. The heater will continue to warm
the interior with the vehicle stopped
and the engine running.
When the ECON button is off, the

Auto Idle Stop is disabled.
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Fan Control Dial The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center
Turn this dial to increase or decrease heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard.
the fan speed and airflow. the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris. Airflow is divided between
When the dial is set to AUTO, the the vents in the dashboard and the
system controls the fan speed The system should be left in Fresh floor vents.
automatically. Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation Air flows from the floor
Temperature Control Dial mode, particularly with the A/C off, vents. When you select , the
Turning this dial clockwise increases can cause the windows to fog up. system automatically switches to
the temperature of the airflow. Fresh Air mode.
Switch to Recirculation mode when
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button driving through dusty or smoky Airflow is divided between
This button turns the air conditions, then return to Fresh Air the floor vents and the defroster
conditioning on and off. The mode. vents at the base of the windshield.
indicator in the button is on when
the A/C is on. Mode Control Dial Air flows from the defroster
Use the mode control dial to select vents at the base of the windshield.
Recirculation Button the vents the air flows from. Some
When the recirculation indicator is air will flow from the dashboard When you select or ,
on, air from the vehicle’s interior is vents in all modes. the system automatically switches to
sent throughout the system again. Fresh Air mode and turns on the
When the indicator is off, air is A/C and turns off the ECON mode.
brought in from the outside of the
vehicle (Fresh Air mode).
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In AUTO mode, the system controls 1. Select . If the interior is very warm, you can
the airflow direction automatically The system automatically cool it down more rapidly by partially
between the dashboard vents and switches to Fresh Air mode. opening the windows, turning on the
the floor vents. 2. Set the fan to the desired speed. A/C, and setting the fan to
3. Adjust the warmth of the air with maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Ventilation the temperature control dial.
The flow-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it Using the A/C
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through the interior, then exhausts it Air conditioning places an extra load
through vents near the rear window. on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
1. Set the temperature to the lower 63 ). If it moves near the red zone,
limit. turn off the A/C until the gauge
2. Make sure the A/C is off. reads normally.
3. Select and Fresh Air mode.
4. Set the fan to the desired speed. 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button
Using the Heater comes on when a fan speed is
The heater uses engine coolant to selected.
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it 2. Make sure the temperature is set
will be several minutes before you to maximum cool.
feel warm air coming through the 3. Select .
system. 4. If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
5. Set the fan to the desired speed.
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Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows
moisture from the air. When used in windows:
combination with the heater, it 1. Select . The system
makes the interior warm and dry. 1. Set the fan to the desired speed, or automatically switches to Fresh
high for faster defrosting. Air mode, turns on the A/C and
1. Turn the fan on. 2. Select , the system turns off the ECON mode. (The
2. Turn on the air conditioning. automatically switches to Fresh A/C indicator will not come on if it
3. Select and Fresh Air mode. Air mode, turns on the A/C and is off to start with.)
4. Adjust the temperature to your turns off the ECON mode. (The 2. Select .
preference. A/C indicator will not come on if it 3. Set the fan and temperature
is off to start with.) controls to maximum level.
This setting is suitable for all driving 3. Adjust the temperature so the
conditions whenever the outside airflow feels warm. To clear the windows faster, you can
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). 4. Select to help clear the close the dashboard corner vents by
rear window (see page 68 ). rotating the wheel below each vent.
This sends more warm air to the
When you switch to another mode windshield defroster vents. Once the
from , the A/C stays on. windshield is clear, select Fresh Air
Press the A/C button to turn it off. mode to avoid fogging the windows.
For your safety, make sure you have

a clear view through all the windows
before driving.
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Automatic Operation To heat or cool the interior faster, To Turn Everything Off
To use the heating and cooling select Recirculation mode and set To turn everything off, turn the fan
system in automatic mode, set the the temperature control dial to the control dial to OFF. However, a lack
system as follows. upper or lower limit. of airflow can cause the windows to
fog up. It is recommended that you
1. Set the fan control dial to AUTO. When you set the temperature to its keep the fan on at all times so stale
lower or its upper limit, the system air and moisture do not build up in
2. Set the mode control dial to AUTO. runs at full cooling or heating only. It the interior and cause fogging.
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does not regulate the interior
3. Set the desired temperature by temperature.
turning the temperature control
dial.
4. Select Fresh Air mode. The

indicator in the button is off.
5. Turn on the A/C by pressing the

button for cooling and dehumidi-
fying. The indicator in the button
is on.
The system automatically selects

the proper mix of conditioned
and/or heated air that will raise or
lower the interior temperature to
your preference.
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Sunlight and Temperature

Sensors
SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
To regulate the interior temperature,

the 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
liquid on them.
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Playing the Radio
STEREO INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT SCAN INDICATOR

INDICATOR
Features
AUTO
SELECT
BUTTON
SCAN
BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME KNOB SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB
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Playing the Radio
To Play the Radio lower frequency. Preset − Each preset button can
The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM, and two
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. SEEK − The SEEK function frequencies on FM.
Turn the system on by pushing the searches up and down from the
PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM current frequency to find a station 1. Select the desired band, AM or
button. Adjust the volume by turning with a strong signal. To activate it, FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
the PWR/VOL knob. press the or side of the two frequencies with each preset
bar, then release it. button.
The band and frequency that the
radio was last tuned to is displayed. SCAN − The SCAN function 2. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN
To change bands, press the AM/FM samples all stations with strong function to tune the radio to a
button. On the FM band, ST will be signals on the selected band. To desired station.
displayed if the station is broadcast- activate it, press the SCAN button,
ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on then release it. You will see SCAN in 3. Pick a preset button, and hold it
AM is not available. the display. The system will scan for until you hear a beep.
a station with a strong signal. When
To Select a Station it finds one, it will stop and play that 4. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a
You can use these five methods to station for about 5 seconds. total of six stations on AM and
find radio stations on a selected twelve stations on FM.
band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, the If you do nothing, the system will
preset buttons, and AUTO SELECT . scan for the next strong station and The preset frequencies will be lost if
play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
TUNE − Use the TUNE knob to station you want to listen to, press disconnected, or the radio fuse is
tune the radio to a desired frequency. the SCAN button again. removed.
Turn the knob right to tune to a
higher frequency, or left to tune to a
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Playing the Radio
AUTO SELECT − If you are Adjusting the Sound Audio System Lighting
traveling far from home and can no BAL − Adjust the Balance, or side- You can use the instrument panel
longer receive your preset stations, to-side strength of the sound. brightness control knob to adjust the
you can use the Auto Select feature illumination of the audio system (see
to find stations in the local area. FAD − Adjust the Fader, or the page 67 ). The audio system
front-to-back strength of the sound. illuminates when the parking lights
Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ are on, even if the radio is off.
flashes in the display, and the system TRE − Adjust the Treble in the
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goes into scan mode for several sound.
seconds. It stores the frequencies of
six AM, and twelve FM stations in BAS − Adjust the Bass in the sound.
the preset buttons.
Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after repeatedly to display Bass (BAS),
pressing a preset button if Auto Treble (TRE), Fader (FAD), and
Select cannot find a strong station Balance (BAL) settings.
for every preset button. Turn the knob to adjust the setting.
If you do not like the stations Auto The displayed number shows you
Select has stored, you can store the current setting. When the level
other frequencies on the preset reaches the center, you will see ‘‘C’’
buttons as previously described. in the display.
To turn off Auto Select, press the The system will automatically return
A. SEL button. This restores the to the audio display in about 5
presets you originally set. seconds.
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Radio Reception
Radio Frequencies Radio Reception

The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations
AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such
Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s
cies: transmitter, nearby large objects,
and atmospheric conditions.
AM band:
530 to 1,710 kilohertz A radio station’s signal gets weaker
FM band: as you get farther away from its
87.7 to 107.9 megahertz transmitter. If you are listening to an
AM station, you will notice the sound
Radio stations on the AM band are volume becoming weaker and the
assigned frequencies at least ten station drifting in and out. If you are
kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). listening to an FM station, you will Driving very near the transmitter of
Stations on the FM band are see the stereo indicator flickering off a station that is broadcasting on a
assigned frequencies at least 0.2 and on as the signal weakens. frequency close to the frequency of
megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3). Eventually, the stereo indicator will the station you are listening to can
go off and the sound will fade also affect your radio’s reception.
Stations must use these exact completely as you get out of range of You may temporarily hear both
frequencies. It is fairly common for the station’s signal. stations, or hear only the station you
stations to round-off the frequency in are close to.
their advertising, so your radio could
display a frequency of 100.9 even
though the announcer may identify
the station as ‘‘FM101.’’
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Radio Reception
As required by the FCC:

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by
band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as
such as buildings and hills. Your thunderstorms, high humidity, and
radio then receives both the direct even sunspots. You may be able to
signal from the station’s transmitter, receive a distant radio station one
and the deflected signal. This causes day and not receive it the next day
the sound to distort or flutter. This is because of a change in conditions.
a main cause of poor radio reception
in city driving. Electrical interference from passing
vehicles and stationary sources can
cause temporary reception problems.
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Playing a CD
CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON
CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON
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Playing a CD, CD Changer
To Play a CD a track, press and release the RPT you turn the system back on, the CD
With the ignition switch in the button. You will see RPT in the will begin playing where it left off.
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, display. Press it again to turn it off.
insert a CD into the CD slot. The Operating the Optional CD
drive will pull the CD in the rest of RANDOM − This feature plays the Changer
the way and begin to play it. The tracks in random order. To activate An optional six disc CD changer is
number of the track playing is shown Random Play, press and release the available for your vehicle from your
in the display. The system will RDM button. You will see RDM in dealer. This CD changer uses the
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continuously play a CD until you the display. Press it again to return same controls used for the in-dash
change modes. to normal play. CD player or the radio.
You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs
without using an adapter ring. To Stop Playing a CD Load the desired CDs in the
Press the eject button ( ) to magazine, and load the magazine in
SKIP − Each time you press and remove the CD. If you eject the CD, the changer according to the
release the , the player skips but do not remove it from the slot, instructions that came with the unit.
forward to the beginning of the next the system will automatically reload
track. Press and release the to the CD after 15 seconds and put it in To select the CD changer, press the
skip backward to the beginning of pause mode. To begin playing, press CD button. The CD and track
the current track. Press it again to the CD button. numbers will be displayed. To select
skip to the beginning of the previous a different CD, use the preset 5
track. Press the AM/FM button to switch (DISC −) or preset 6 (DISC ＋)
to the radio while a CD is playing. button.
To move rapidly within a track, press If you turn the system off while a CD If you select an empty slot in the
and hold the or side. is playing, either with the PWR/VOL magazine, the changer will, after
knob or by turning off the ignition, finding that slot empty, try to load
REPEAT − To continuously replay the CD will stay in the drive. When the CD in the next slot.
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Protecting Your CDs
General Information Protecting CDs

When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store
high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust
use. and other contamination. To prevent
warpage, keep CDs out of direct
When recording a CD-R, the sunlight and extreme heat.
recording must be closed for it to
be used by the system. To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth.
Wipe across the CD from the center
CD-RW discs will not work in this to the outside edge.
unit.
A new CD may be rough on the
Play only standard round CDs. inner and outer edges. The small
Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the plastic pieces causing this roughness Handle a CD by its edges; never
drive or cause other problems. can flake off and fall on the re- touch either surface. Do not place
cording surface of the CD, causing stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
Handle your CDs properly to skipping or other problems. Remove These, along with contamination
prevent damage and skipping. these pieces by rubbing the inner from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip
and outer edges with the side of a pens, can cause the CD to not play
pencil or pen. properly, or possibly jam in the drive.
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. Never try to insert foreign objects in
The label can curl up and cause the the CD player or the magazine.
disc to jam in the unit.
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CD Player Error Messages
If you see an error message in the

display while playing a CD, find the Error Cause Solution
cause in the chart to the right. If you Message
cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.
the vehicle to your dealer. FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Make sure the CD is not scratched or damaged.
Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.
Check the CD for damage or deformation.
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Mechanical Error If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the error
message does not disappear after the CD is
ejected, see your dealer.
High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
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CD Changer Error Messages
If you see an error message in the

display while playing a CD, find the Error Cause Solution
cause in the chart to the right. If you Message
cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button and pull it out,
the vehicle to your dealer. check for an error message, and insert the
FOCUS Error magazine again. If the message does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
see your dealer.
No CD in the CD Insert CD.
magazine
Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.
Check for an error message, and insert the
Mechanical Error magazine again. If the message does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
see your dealer.
High temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
No CD magazine in the Insert CD magazine.
CD changer
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Playing a Tape (Optional)
TAPE BUTTON FF BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR
REW BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR
Features
PWR/VOL KNOB PLAY/PROG BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON
SKIP BAR NOISE REDUCTION

BUTTON
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To Play a Tape Dolby＊ noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player
The ignition switch must be in the when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. indicator will come on in the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button. To
Make sure the open side of the tape display. If the tape was not recorded change back to the tape player, press
is facing right, then insert the tape in Dolby, turn it off by pressing the the CD/TAPE button.
most of the way into the slot. The NR button. Dolby remains off until
system will pull the tape in the rest you press the NR button again. Tape Search Functions
of the way, and begin to play it. FF/REW − To rewind the tape,
＊
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under push the REW button. You will see
The tape direction indicator will license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing REW in the display. To fast forward
come on to show you which side of Corporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol the tape, push the FF button. You
the tape is playing. The ▲ indicates are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories will see FF displayed. Press the FF,
the side you inserted upward is now Licensing Corporation. REW, or PLAY/PROG button to
playing. If you want to play the other take the system out of rewind or fast
side, press the PLAY/PROG button. To Stop Playing a Tape forward.
When the player reaches the end of To remove the tape, press the eject
the tape, it will automatically reverse button on the tape player. If you SKIP − Press the side to find
direction and play the other side. want to turn the player off, press the the beginning of the current song or
PWR/VOL knob or turn off the passage. Press the side to find
ignition. The tape will remain in the the beginning of the next song or
drive. When you turn the system passage. When the system reaches
back on, the tape player will be in the beginning of a song or passage, it
pause mode. To begin playing, press begins to play it.
the PLAY/PROG button.
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REPEAT − Press the RPT button Caring for the Player and Tapes the player.
to continuously play a song or The tape player picks up dirt and
passage. You will see RPT displayed. oxides from the tape. This Store tapes in their cases to protect
The track will repeat until you press contamination builds up over time them from dust and moisture. Never
the RPT button again. and causes the sound quality to place tapes where they will be
degrade. To prevent this, you should exposed to direct sunlight, high heat,
NOTE: The SKIP and REPEAT clean the player after every 30 hours or high humidity. If a tape is exposed
functions use silent periods on the of use. to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a
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tape to find the end of a song or moderate temperature before
passage. These features may not If you do not clean the tape player inserting it into the player.
work if there is almost no gap regularly, it may eventually become
between selections, a high noise impossible to remove the Never insert foreign objects into the
level, or a silent period in the middle contamination with a normal cassette player.
of a selection. cleaning kit. Your dealer has a
cleaning kit available. If you see the error message
‘‘TAPE ERR’’ on the display, press
Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. the eject button and remove the tape
Tapes longer than that may break or from the unit. Make sure the tape is
jam the drive. not damaged. If the tape will not
eject or the error message stays on
If the tape is loose, tighten it by after the tape ejects, take the vehicle
turning the hub with a pencil or your to your dealer.
finger. If the label is peeling off,
remove it or it could cause the tape
to jam in the player. Never try to
insert a warped or damaged tape in
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Radio Theft Protection
Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is You will have to store your favorite
disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, or the stations in the preset buttons after
from electrical power for any reason. radio fuse is removed, the audio the system begins working. Your
To make it work again, you must system will disable itself. If this original settings were lost when the
enter a specific five-digit code in the happens, you will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the power was disconnected.
preset buttons. Because there are frequency display the next time you
hundreds of number combinations turn on the system. Use the preset
possible from five digits, making the buttons to enter the five-digit code.
system work without knowing the The code is on the radio code card
exact code is nearly impossible. included in your Owner’s Manual kit.
When it is entered correctly, the
You should have received a card that radio will start playing.
lists your audio system’s code and
serial numbers. It is best to store this If you make a mistake entering the
card in a safe place at home. In code, do not start over; complete the
addition, you should write the audio five-digit sequence, then enter the
system’s serial number in this correct code. You have ten tries to
Owner’s Manual. enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
If you lose the card, you must obtain must then leave the system on for 1
the code number from a dealer. To hour before trying again.
do this, you will need the system’s
serial number.
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Setting the Clock
You can quickly set the time to the

CLOCK BUTTON nearest hour. If the displayed time is
before the half hour, press the
CLOCK button until you hear a beep,
then press the R (preset 6) button to
set the clock back to the previous
hour. If the displayed time is after
the half hour, the clock sets forward
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to the beginning of the next hour.
H BUTTON
For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:52 will reset to 2:00
M BUTTON RESET BUTTON
If your vehicle’s battery is Press and hold the CLOCK (SCAN/

disconnected or goes dead, you will RPT) button until you hear a beep.
need to set the clock. Change the hours by pressing the H
(preset 4) button until the numbers
advance to the desired time. Change
the minutes by pressing the M
(preset 5) button until the numbers
advance to the desired time. When
you are finished, press the CLOCK
button again.
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Cruise Control
Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control

a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)
without keeping your foot on the CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON
accelerator pedal. It should be used
for cruising on straight, open
highways. It is not recommended for
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
RESUME/
accel
BUTTON
Improper use of the cruise SET/decel
control can lead to a crash. BUTTON
Use the cruise control only 1. Push in the Cruise Control Master 3. Press and release the SET/decel
when traveling on open Button. The indicator will come on. button on the steering wheel. The
highways in good weather. indicator on the instrument panel
2. Accelerate to the desired cruising comes on to show the system is
speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). now activated.
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Cruise Control
Cruise control may not hold the set Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising
speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:
down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways:
going down a hill, use the brakes to Press and hold the SET/decel
slow down. This will cancel cruise Press and hold the RESUME/ button. Release the button when
control. To resume the set speed, accel button. When you reach the you reach the desired speed.
press the RESUME/accel button. desired cruising speed, release the
The indicator on the instrument button. To slow down in very small
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panel will come back on. amounts, tap the SET/decel
To increase the speed in very button. Each time you do this,
When climbing a steep hill, the small amounts, tap the RESUME/ your vehicle will slow down about
automatic transmission may accel button. Each time you do 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
downshift to hold the set speed. this, your vehicle speeds up about
1 mph (1.6 km/h). Tap the brake or clutch pedal
lightly with your foot. The
Push on the accelerator pedal. CRUISE CONTROL indicator on
Accelerate to the desired cruising the instrument panel goes out.
speed, and press the SET/decel When the vehicle slows to the
button. desired speed, press the SET/
decel button.
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Cruise Control
Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed
on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in When you push the CANCEL button,
pedal to speed up for passing. After any of these ways: or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the
completing the pass, take your foot system will remember the previously
off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle Tap the brake or clutch pedal. set cruising speed. To return to that
will return to the set cruising speed. speed, accelerate to above 25 mph
Push the CANCEL button on the (40 km/h) and then press and
Resting your foot on the brake or steering wheel. release the RESUME/accel button.
clutch pedal causes the cruise The CRUISE CONTROL indicator
control to cancel. Push the Cruise Control Master comes on. The vehicle will accelerate
Button. to the same cruising speed as before.
Pressing the Cruise Control Master

Button turns the system off and
erases the previous cruising speed.
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Main Menu
Before Driving
Before you begin driving your Break-in Period .............................. 112

vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation .................. 112
gasoline to use, and how to check Service Station Procedures .......... 113
the levels of important fluids. You Refueling..................................... 113
also need to know how to properly Opening and Closing the
store luggage or packages. The Hood ........................................ 115
information in this section will help Oil Check .................................... 116
you. If you plan to add any Engine Coolant Check .............. 116
accessories to your vehicle, please Fuel Economy ................................ 117
read the information in this section Accessories and Modifications .... 119
Before Driving
first. Carrying Cargo .............................. 121
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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation
Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Use of gasoline with these additives

Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate may adversely affect performance,
reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump and cause the Malfunction Indicator
extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher. Use Lamp on your instrument panel to
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). of a lower octane gasoline can cause come on. If this happens, contact
During this period: a persistent, heavy metallic rapping your dealer for service.
noise that can lead to engine damage.
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid Some gasoline today is blended with
acceleration. We recommend quality gasoline oxygenates such as ethanol or
containing detergent additives that MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
Do not change the oil until the help prevent fuel system and engine operate on oxygenated gasoline
scheduled maintenance time. deposits. containing up to 10 percent ethanol
by volume and up to 15 percent
Avoid hard braking for the first Using gasoline containing lead will MTBE by volume. Do not use
200 miles (300 km). damage your vehicle’s emissions gasoline containing methanol.
controls. This contributes to air
You should also follow these pollution. If you notice any undesirable
recommendations with an operating symptoms, try another
overhauled or exchanged engine, or In addition, in order to maintain good service station or switch to another
when the brakes are replaced. performance, fuel economy, and brand of gasoline.
emissions control, we strongly
recommend, in areas where it is For further important fuel-related
available, the use of gasoline that information, please refer to your
does NOT contain manganese-based Quick Start Guide.
fuel additives such as MMT.
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Service Station Procedures
Refueling
Gasoline is highly flammable ATTACHMENT

Push and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep

heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Before Driving
Wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL FILL CAP TETHER
3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
1. Park with the driver’s side closest You may hear a hissing sound as AT-PZEV
to the service station pump. pressure inside the tank escapes. The fuel fill cap is attached to the
fuel filler with a tether. Put the
2. Open the fuel fill door by pushing attachment on the fuel fill cap into
on the handle to the left of the the slit on the fuel fill door.
driver’s seat.
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4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on
nozzle automatically clicks off. Do until it clicks at least three times.
HOLDER not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave If you do not properly tighten the
some room for the fuel to expand cap, the Malfunction Indicator
with temperature changes. Lamp may come on (see page
190 ).
If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off
even though the tank is not full, 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until
there may be a problem with your it latches.
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
fuel vapors from going into the
FUEL FILL CAP atmosphere. Try filling at another
pump. If this does not fix the
ULEV problem, consult your dealer.
Place the cap in the holder on the
fuel fill door.
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Opening and Closing the Hood
HOOD LATCH GRIP

RELEASE
HANDLE
Before Driving
SUPPORT ROD CLIP
1. Park the vehicle, and set the If the hood latch handle moves To close the hood, lift it up slightly to
parking brake. Pull the hood stiffly, or if you can open the hood remove the support rod from the
release handle located under the without lifting the handle, the hole. Put the support rod back into
lower left corner of the dashboard. mechanism should be cleaned and its holding clip. Lower the hood to
The hood will pop up slightly. lubricated. about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then let it drop. Make sure it
2. Put your fingers between the front 3. Pull the support rod out of its clip is securely latched.
edge of the hood and the front and insert the end into the
grille. The hood latch handle is designated hole in the hood.
above the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this
handle up to release the hood. Lift
the hood.
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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

DIPSTICK RESERVE TANK
MAX
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK MIN
Wait a few minutes after turning the 4. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the
engine off before you check the oil. check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the upper and lower between the MAX and MIN lines. If
1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). marks. it is below the MIN line, see Adding
Engine Coolant on page 153 for
2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean If it is near or below the lower mark, information on adding the proper
cloth or paper towel. see Adding Engine Oil on page 150 . coolant.
3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance
Checks on page 144 for information
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
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Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy Drive moderately. Rapid Try to maintain a constant speed.
Always maintain your vehicle acceleration, abrupt cornering and Every time you slow down and
according to the maintenance hard braking use more fuel. speed up, your vehicle uses extra
schedule. See Owner’s fuel. Use the cruise control when
Maintenance Checks (see page Always drive in the highest gear appropriate.
144 ). possible.
Wind resistance causes vehicles to
For example, an underinflated tire You may find that your Civic Hybrid’s use more fuel at higher speeds.
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ unique combination of an engine and Driving at moderate speeds on the
which uses more fuel. an electric motor has driving highway also reduces wind
Before Driving
characteristics that are somewhat resistance and conserves fuel.
Engine oil also affects fuel different from what you are used to.
economy. The fuel efficient, low- Shift Up and Shift Down indicators The current fuel mileage display
viscosity 0W-20 oil recommended (manual transmission only) on the allows you to monitor your fuel
for your Civic Hybrid is instrument panel show when to shift mileage and adjust your driving
formulated to help the engine use to a higher or lower gear. By shifting habits to save fuel.
less fuel. This oil is available at as soon as the indicator comes on,
your dealer. you will keep the engine operating in Using the ECON mode with the
its most economical range. A/C off is the most effective way
The build-up of snow or mud on to get the best fuel economy.
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance. Combine several short trips into
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel one.
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
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Fuel Economy
The air conditioning puts an extra You may notice that using the A/C
load on the engine which makes it causes a greater drop in fuel
use more fuel. Use the fresh-air economy than you are used to in
ventilation when possible. other vehicles. Although the amount
of extra fuel used by the A/C load on
If air conditioning is needed, you can the engine is no greater than other
save some fuel by using the A/C in vehicles, it is more noticeable
‘‘ECON’’ mode. When the outside because of your Civic Hybrid’s
temperature is above freezing, this excellent fuel mileage. Using the
mode allows the Auto Idle Stop A/C in hot weather may result in
function to shut off the engine when fuel economy that is lower than
the vehicle is stopped, resulting in expected.
fuel savings.
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Accessories and Modifications
Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory:

some non-Honda accessories, can Make sure the accessory does not
make it unsafe. Before you make any Improper accessories or obscure any lights, or interfere
modifications or add any accessories, modifications can affect your with proper vehicle operation or
be sure to read the following vehicle’s handling, stability, and performance.
information. performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt Be sure electronic accessories do
Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits
Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page 192 ) or interfere with
that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this proper operation.
Before Driving
vehicle. These accessories have owner’s manual regarding
been designed and approved for your accessories and modifications. Before installing any electronic
vehicle, and are covered by warranty. accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
Although non-Honda accessories When properly installed, cellular If possible, have your dealer
may fit on your vehicle, they may not phones, alarms, two-way radios, and inspect the final installation.
meet factory specifications, and low-powered audio systems should
could adversely affect your vehicle’s not interfere with your vehicle’s
handling and stability. computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.
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Accessories and Modifications
Modifying Your Vehicle Larger or smaller wheels and tires

Removing parts from your vehicle, can interfere with the operation of
or replacing components with your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
non-Honda components could other systems.
seriously affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability. Modifying your steering wheel or
any other part of your vehicle’s
Some examples are: safety features can make the
Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective.
Honda suspension kit that
significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle,
clearance can allow the consult your dealer.
undercarriage to hit speed bumps
or other raised objects, which
could cause the airbags to deploy.
Raising your vehicle with a

non-Honda suspension kit can
affect the handling and stability.
Non-Honda wheels, because they

are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components.
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Carrying Cargo
Your vehicle has several convenient

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET storage areas:
Glove box
CENTER POCKET Front door and seat-back pockets
Console compartment
Trunk
Center pocket
Roof-rack (if installed)
However, carrying too much cargo,
Before Driving
or improperly storing it, can affect
your vehicle’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsafe. Before carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
following pages.
GLOVE BOX
TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKET
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Carrying Cargo
Load Limits Steps for Determining Correct Load 4. The resulting figure equals the
The maximum load for your vehicle Limit: available amount of cargo and
is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure luggage load capacity. For
includes the total weight of all 1. Locate the statement, ‘‘the example, if the maximum load is
occupants, cargo, and accessories. combined weight of occupants and 850 lbs and there will be five 150 lb.
cargo should never exceed 850 passengers in your vehicle, the
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard. amount of available cargo and
[The placard is on the driver’s luggage load capacity is 100 lbs.
Overloading or improper doorjamb.] [850 − 750 (5 × 150) = 100 lbs.]
loading can affect handling and
stability and cause a crash in 2. Determine the combined weight 5. Determine the combined weight
which you can be hurt or killed. of the driver and passengers that of luggage and cargo being loaded
will be riding in your vehicle. on the vehicle. That weight may
Follow all load limits and other not safely exceed the available
loading guidelines in this 3. Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity in
manual. the driver and passengers from Step 4.
850 pounds or 395 kilograms.
In addition, the total weight of the
vehicle, all passengers,
accessories, and cargo must not
exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). Both are
on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
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Carrying Cargo
Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on Air Intake
Compartment a Roof Rack
Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the AIR INTAKE
be thrown around and hurt floor of the trunk, placing the
someone during a crash. heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Do not put any items on top of the
trunk panel. They can block your If you carry large items that
view and be thrown around the prevent you from closing the trunk
vehicle during a crash. lid, exhaust gas can enter the
Before Driving
passenger area. To avoid the
Be sure items placed on the floor possibility of carbon monoxide
behind the front seats cannot roll poisoning, follow the instructions
under the seats and interfere with on page 45 .
the driver’s ability to operate the The air intake for the IMA battery
pedals or the proper operation of If you carry any items on a roof and electronics is located on top of
the seats. rack, be sure the total weight of the trunk panel. Do not block this air
the rack and the items does not intake, it may cause the IMA battery
Keep the glove box closed while exceed the maximum allowable and the power control unit to
driving. If it is open, a passenger weight. Please contact your dealer overheat, causing the IMA system to
could injure their knees during a for further information. shut down. It will start working again
crash or sudden stop. after it cools.
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Refer to the information
that came with your roof rack. CONTINUED
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Carrying Cargo
Do not spill any liquids over the air

intake and also do not put any small
foreign objects in it. This may
damage the IMA battery and the
power control unit.
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Main Menu
Driving
This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......................... 126

starting the engine under various Starting the Engine........................ 127
conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission.................... 128
manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission (CVT) .. 131
It also includes important Parking ............................................ 137
information on parking your vehicle, Braking System.............................. 138
and the braking system. Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ................ 139
Towing a Trailer ............................ 140
Driving
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Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks 5. Check that any items you may be 10.Fasten your seat belt. Check that
and adjustments before you drive carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened
your vehicle. fastened down securely. their seat belts (see page 14 ).
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, 6. Check the seat adjustment (see 11.When you start the engine, check
and outside lights are clean and page 77 ). the gauges and indicators in the
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, instrument panel (see page 51 ).
or ice. 7. Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
2. Check that the hood is fully closed. page 80 ).
3. Check that the trunk is fully 8. Check the steering wheel

closed. adjustment (see page 69 ).
4. Visually check the tires. If a tire 9. Make sure the doors are securely
looks low, use a gauge to check its closed and locked.
pressure.
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Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake. Starting in Cold Weather

In cold weather, conventional starter
2. In cold weather, turn off all The Immobilizer System protects your is used instead of the IMA system
electrical accessories to reduce vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- starter. This is normal.
the drain on the battery. coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. See
3. Manual Transmission: Immobilizer System on page 71 .
Push the clutch pedal down all the The engine is harder to start in cold
way. START (III) does not 5. If the engine does not start within weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
function unless the clutch pedal is 15 seconds, or starts but stalls altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
depressed. right away, repeat step 4 with the meters) adds to this problem.
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
Driving
Automatic Transmission (CVT) down. If the engine starts, release
Make sure the shift lever is in pressure on the accelerator pedal
Park. Press on the brake pedal. so the engine does not race.
4. Without touching the accelerator 6. If the engine fails to start, press

pedal, turn the ignition key to the the accelerator pedal all the way
START (III) position. Do not hold down and hold it there while
the key in START for more than starting to clear flooding. If the
15 seconds at a time. If the engine engine still does not start, return
does not start right away, pause to step 5.
for at least 10 seconds before
trying again.
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Manual Transmission
Come to a full stop before you shift

into Reverse. You can damage the
transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up
Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on
Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces. If you crash,
pause for a few seconds before you can be injured.
shifting into Reverse, or shift into
one of the forward gears for a Use extra care when driving on
moment. This stops the gears so slippery surfaces.
they won’t ‘‘grind.’’
When slowing down, you can get Engine Speed Limiter

extra braking from the engine by If you exceed the maximum speed
The manual transmission is syn- shifting to a lower gear. This extra for the gear you are in, the engine
chronized in all forward gears for braking can help you maintain a safe speed will enter into the tachometer’s
smooth operation. It has a lockout so speed and prevent your brakes from red zone. If this occurs, you may feel
you cannot shift directly from Fifth overheating while going down a the engine cut in and out. This is
to Reverse. When shifting up or steep hill. Before downshifting, caused by a limiter in the engine’s
down, make sure you push the clutch make sure the engine speed will not computer controls. The engine will
pedal down all the way, shift to the go into the tachometer’s red zone in run normally when you reduce the
next gear, and let the pedal up the lower gear. RPM below the red zone.
gradually. When you are not shifting,
do not rest your foot on the clutch Before downshifting, make sure the
pedal. This can cause your clutch to engine will not go into the
wear out faster. tachometer’s red zone.
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Manual Transmission
Auto Idle Stop The ECON mode is selected, and During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA
To maximize fuel economy, your the outside temperature is above charge and power brake vacuum
Civic Hybrid has an Auto Idle Stop freezing, or the fan speed control reserve is monitored by the system.
function. Under certain conditions, dial is off (see page 87 ). If either drops below a desired level,
the engine will shut off when you and the shift lever is in Neutral, the
come to a stop. Those conditions are: There is adequate vacuum reserve engine will restart so it can recharge
for the power brakes. the IMA battery or replenish the
The engine coolant is nearly up to vacuum supply.
normal operating temperature. When these conditions are met, the
engine will shut off as you come to a The Auto Idle Stop function may not
The vehicle’s speed is below 19 stop. It will start again automatically activate if the IMA battery
mph (30 km/h) and you are when you depress the clutch pedal temperature is too hot or too cold.
Driving
pressing on the brake pedal to fully and move the shift lever to first
come to a stop. gear. There is no need to start the
engine with the ignition switch.
You depress the clutch pedal.
It is recommended that you move
You are not pressing on the the shift lever to Neutral and remove
accelerator pedal. your foot from the clutch pedal while
you are stopped. Sitting with the
The IMA battery is charged clutch pedal depressed and the shift
enough to operate the system. lever in gear will cause the engine to
continue running, defeating the fuel
economy benefits of the Auto Idle
Stop function.
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Manual Transmission
Auto Idle Stop Indicator restart the engine with the ignition Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators
switch when this indicator is blinking.
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR SHIFT UP INDICATOR
This indicator will blink, and you will
hear a continuous beep, if you open
the door when Auto Stop is active.
The beep will stop when you close
the door.
Always turn the ignition switch to

LOCK (0) and remove the key if you
are getting out of the vehicle.
SHIFT DOWN INDICATOR
This indicator comes on as a Either the Shift Up or Shift Down

reminder that the engine has indicator will light to show the best
stopped because of the Auto Idle time to shift to a higher or lower
Stop function. When the indicator is gear. You can achieve the best fuel
off, it means that Auto Idle Stop is economy by accelerating and
not active. When the indicator is on, decelerating slowly, and shifting
but the engine is not running, it when prompted by the Shift Up
means the clutch pedal is depressed, indicator.
but the transmission is not in gear.
When the indicator is blinking, it Road and traffic conditions may
means the clutch pedal is not require you to shift at times other
depressed completely. You cannot than those indicated.
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Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Continuously Variable Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a
Transmission (CVT) few seconds when you turn the
Honda’s Continuously Variable ignition switch to ON (II). If it
Transmission’s unique design flashes while driving (in any shift
provides a smooth, constant flow of position), it indicates a possible
power. It is electronically controlled problem in the transmission.
for more precise operation and
better fuel economy. If the malfunction indicator lamp
comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem in the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration and
Driving
have the transmission checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
These indicators on the instrument
panel show which position the shift
lever is in.
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Shifting To shift from: Do this: If you have done all of the above and
P to R Press the brake pedal and still cannot move the lever out of
SHIFT LEVER press the release button. Park, see Shift Lock Release on
R to P page 134 .
N to R Press the release button.
S to L You must also press the release
L to S button to shift into Park. To avoid
S to D transmission damage, come to a
D to N Move the lever. complete stop before shifting into
D to S Park. The shift lever must be in Park
N to D before you can remove the key from
R to N the ignition switch.
RELEASE BUTTON
Park (P) − This position mechani-
To shift from any position, press cally locks the transmission. Use
firmly on the brake pedal and press Park whenever you are turning off or
the release button on the front of the starting the engine. To shift out of
shift lever. You cannot shift out of Park, you must press on the brake
Park when the ignition switch is in pedal and have your foot off the
the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) accelerator pedal. Press the release
position. button on the front of the shift lever
to move it.
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Reverse (R) − Press the brake allow the engine to run at higher Engine Speed Limiter
pedal and press the release button speeds when it is cold. When the vehicle reaches the
on the front of the shift lever to shift maximum speed in any shift position,
from Park to Reverse. To shift from Second (S) − Selecting Second you may feel the engine cut in and
Reverse to Neutral, come to a shifts the transmission into a lower out. This is caused by a limiter (112
complete stop and then shift. Press range of ratios for better mph, 180 km/h) in the engine’s
the release button before shifting acceleration and increased engine computer controls. The engine will
into Reverse from Neutral. braking. Use Second when you are run normally when you reduce the
going down a steep hill, or in stop- speed to below the maximum.
Neutral (N) − Use Neutral if you and-go driving.
need to restart a stalled engine, or if
it is necessary to stop briefly with Low (L) − To shift to Low, press
Driving
the engine idling. Shift to the Park the release button on the front of the
position if you need to leave your shift lever. Use Low to get more
vehicle for any reason. Press on the power when climbing, and for
brake pedal when you are moving maximum engine braking when
the shift lever from Neutral to going down steep hills.
another gear.
For faster acceleration when in D, S
Drive (D) − Use this position for or L, the transmission will
your normal driving. The automatically ‘‘kick down’’ to a lower
transmission automatically adjusts to range of ratios by pushing the
keep the engine at the best speed for accelerator pedal to the floor.
driving conditions. To help the
engine warm up faster, the
transmission will select ratios that
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Shift Lock Release RELEASE BUTTON

Do this if pushing on the brake pedal
and pressing the release button do
not shift the transmission out of
Park:
1. Set the Parking brake.
2. Remove the key from the ignition

switch.
COVER SHIFT LOCK
3. Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift RELEASE SLOT
Lock Release slot cover. Using a
small flat-tipped screwdriver or 4. Insert the key in the Shift Lock 6. Remove the key from the Shift
metal fingernail file, carefully pry Release slot. Lock Release slot, then install the
on the edge of the cover to remove cover. Make sure the notch on the
it. 5. Push down on the key while you cover is on the left side.
press the release button on the Return the key to the ignition
shift lever and move it out of Park switch, press the brake pedal, and
to Neutral. restart the engine.
If you need to use the Shift Lock

Release, it means your vehicle has a
problem. Have the vehicle checked
by your dealer.
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Auto Idle Stop There is adequate vacuum reserve During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA
To maximize fuel economy, your for the power brakes. charge and power brake vacuum
Civic Hybrid has an Auto Idle Stop reserve is monitored by the system.
function. Under certain conditions, When these conditions are met after If the vacuum reserve drops below
the engine will shut off when you the vehicle speed has exceeded 10 an optimal level, the engine will
come to a stop. Those conditions are: mph (16 km/h), the engine will shut restart to replenish the vacuum
off as you are braking to a stop and supply. If the IMA charge drops
The engine coolant is nearly up to the vehicle speed goes below 5 mph below an optimal level and the shift
normal operating temperature. (8 km/h). lever is in Neutral or Park (P), the
engine will restart to recharge the
The shift lever is in D or N. The engine will start again when you IMA battery.
release the brake pedal. It will also
Driving
You are not pressing on the restart, even if you are still pressing The Auto Idle Stop function may not
accelerator pedal. the brake pedal, under these activate if the IMA battery
conditions: temperature is too hot or too cold.
The IMA battery is charged
enough to operate the system. You move the shift lever from D
or N to R or L.
The ECON mode is selected, and
the outside temperature is above You press the accelerator pedal.
freezing, or the fan speed control
dial is off (see page 87 ). You are on an incline, and the
vehicle begins rolling.
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Auto Idle Stop Indicator If you open the driver’s door when
Auto Stop is active, the indicator will
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR blink and you will hear a continuous
beep. The beep will stop when you
close the door.
With the driver’s door open, you will

hear a continuous beep even if the
Auto Idle Stop function is
deactivated and the engine restarts.
Always turn the ignition switch to

LOCK (0) and remove the key if you
are getting out of the vehicle.
The indicator blinks as a reminder
that the engine has stopped because
of the Auto Idle Stop function. You
cannot restart the engine with the
ignition switch when this indicator is
blinking.
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Parking
Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing downhill,
you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the windows are closed. turn the front wheels toward the
the parking brake is set firmly or curb. If you have a manual
your vehicle may roll if it is parked Turn off the lights. transmission, put it in reverse gear.
on an incline.
Place any packages, valuables, etc., Make sure the parking brake is
If your vehicle has an automatic in the trunk or take them with you. fully released before driving away.
transmission, set the parking brake Driving with the parking brake
before you put the transmission in Lock the doors. partially set can overheat or
Park. This keeps the vehicle from damage the rear brakes.
moving and putting pressure on the Never park over dry leaves, tall
parking mechanism in the grass, or other flammable
Driving
transmission. materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn

the front wheels away from the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in first gear.
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Braking System
Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators
disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you
wheels are drum. A power assist brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic
helps reduce the effort needed on normal. If not, apply them gently and screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. The ABS (on frequently until they do. Be extra the brake pedal. If you do not have
models equipped) helps you retain cautious in your driving. the brake pads replaced, they will
steering control when braking very screech all the time. It is normal for
hard. Braking System Design the brakes to occasionally squeal or
The hydraulic system that operates squeak when you apply them.
Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes has two separate circuits.
the brakes applied lightly, builds up Each circuit works diagonally across
heat, and reduces their effectiveness. the vehicle (the left-front brake is
It also keeps your brake lights on all connected with the right-rear brake,
the time, confusing drivers behind etc.). If one circuit should develop a
you. problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their effective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your foot off the
accelerator and downshifting to a
lower gear.
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
On models equipped feel the ABS activate immediately if If the ABS indicator and the brake
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) you are trying to stop on snow or ice. system indicator come on together,
helps prevent the brakes from and the parking brake is fully
locking up and helps you retain ABS Indicator released, the front-to-rear braking
steering control by pumping the distribution system may also be shut
brakes rapidly; much faster than a If the ABS indicator comes on, the down.
person. anti-lock function of the braking
system has shut down. The brakes Test your brakes as instructed on
The ABS also balances the front-to- still work like a conventional system, page 191 . If the brakes feel normal,
rear braking distribution according but without anti-lock. You should drive slowly and have your vehicle
to vehicle loading. have your dealer inspect your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as
as soon as possible. possible. Avoid sudden hard braking
Driving
You should never pump the brake pedal. which could cause the rear wheels to
Let the ABS work for you by always If the ABS indicator comes on while lock up and possibly lead to a loss of
keeping firm, steady pressure on the driving, test the brakes as shown on control.
brake pedal. This is sometimes page 191 .
referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
You will feel a pulsation in the brake

pedal when the ABS activates, and
you may hear some noise. This is
normal: it is the ABS rapidly
pumping the brakes. On dry
pavement, you will need to press on
the brake pedal very hard before the
ABS activates. However, you may CONTINUED
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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer
Important Safety Reminders Towing a Trailer

ABS does not reduce the time or Your vehicle is not designed to tow a
distance it takes to stop the trailer, attempting to do so can void
vehicle; It only helps with steering your warranties.
control during braking.
ABS will not prevent a skid that

results from changing direction
abruptly, such as trying to take a
corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change.
ABS cannot prevent a loss of

stability. Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.
A vehicle with ABS may require a

longer distance to stop on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock.
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Main Menu
Maintenance
This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ....................... 142

important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Schedule .................. 143
maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ..................... 147
maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations............................... 149
Adding Engine Oil ......................... 150
This section also includes Changing the Oil and Filter .......... 151
Maintenance Schedules for normal Engine Coolant ............................... 153
driving and severe driving conditions, Windshield Washers ..................... 155
a Maintenance Record, and instruc- Transmission Fluid .........................156
tions for simple maintenance tasks Continuously Variable
you may want to take care of Transmission (CVT) ............. 156
yourself. Manual Transmission ............... 157
Brake and Clutch Fluid ................. 158
If you have the skills and tools to per- Lights .............................................. 159
Maintenance
form more complex maintenance Roof Antenna ................................. 164
tasks on your vehicle, you may want Cleaning the Seat Belts ................. 164
to purchase the Service Manual. See Floor Mats ...................................... 165
page 215 for information on how to Dust and Pollen Filter ................... 165
obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Wiper Blades .................................. 166
Tires ................................................ 167
Checking the 12 Volt Battery....... 173
Vehicle Storage .............................. 174
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Maintenance Safety
All service items not detailed in this Wear eye protection and Burns from hot parts. Let the
section should be performed by a protective clothing when working engine and exhaust system cool
certified technician or other qualified with the battery or compressed air. before touching any parts.
mechanic.
Injury from moving parts. Do
Important Safety Precautions not run the engine unless
To eliminate potential hazards, read Improperly maintaining this instructed to do so.
the instructions before you begin, vehicle, or failing to correct a
and make sure you have the tools problem before driving can
and skills required. cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed. Failure to properly follow
Make sure your vehicle is parked maintenance instructions and
on level ground, the parking brake Always follow the inspection precautions can cause you to
is set, and the engine is off. and maintenance be seriously hurt or killed.
recommendations and
To clean parts, use a commercially schedules in this owner’s Always follow the procedures
available degreaser or parts manual. and precautions in this owner’s
cleaner, not gasoline. manual.
To reduce the possibility of fire or Potential Vehicle Hazards Some of the most important safety
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, Carbon Monoxide poison from precautions are given here. However,
and flames away from the battery engine exhaust. Be sure there is we cannot warn you of every
and all fuel-related parts. adequate ventilation whenever you conceivable hazard that can arise in
operate the engine. performing maintenance. Only you
can decide whether or not you
should perform a given task.
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Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving with a roof rack, or driving
you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the in mountainous conditions.
transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of
their possessions. You should also the Maintenance Schedules on the Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-
follow these recommendations: following pages. iced roads.
Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s U.S. Owners − Follow the NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY
load limit. This puts excess stress Maintenance Schedule for Severe drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you
on the engine, brakes, and many Conditions if you drive your vehicle should follow the Maintenance
other vehicle parts. The load limit MAINLY under one or more of the Schedule for Normal Conditions.
is shown on the tire information following conditions.
label on the driver’s doorjamb. Canadian Owners − Follow the
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) Maintenance Schedule for Severe
Operate your vehicle on per trip or, in freezing Conditions.
Maintenance
reasonable roads within the legal temperatures, driving less than 10
speed limit. miles (16 km) per trip.
Drive your vehicle regularly over a Driving in extremely hot [over

distance of several miles 90°F (32°C)] conditions.
(kilometers).
Extensive idling or long periods of
Always use unleaded gasoline with stop-and-go driving, such as a taxi
the proper octane rating (see page or a commercial delivery vehicle.
112 ).
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Maintenance Schedule
Servicing Your Vehicle U.S. Vehicles: Owner’s Maintenance Checks

Your authorized dealer knows your Maintenance, replacement, or You should check the following
vehicle best and can provide repair of emissions control items at the specified intervals. If
competent, efficient service. devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform
However, service at a dealer is not by any automotive repair any check, turn to the appropriate
mandatory to keep your warranties establishment or individual using page listed.
in effect. Maintenance may be done parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA Engine oil level − Check every
by any qualified service facility or standards. time you fill the fuel tank. See
skilled person to keep your page 116 .
warranties in effect. Keep all the According to state and federal Engine coolant level − Check the
receipts as proof of completion, and regulations, failure to perform radiator reserve tank every time
have the person who does the work maintenance on the items marked you fill the fuel tank. See page 116 .
fill out the Maintenance Record. with ＃ will not void your emissions Automatic transmission (CVT) −
Check your warranty booklet for warranties. However, all Check the fluid level monthly. See
more information. maintenance services should be page 156 .
performed at the recommended time Brakes − Check the fluid level
We recommend the use of Honda or mileage period to ensure long- monthly. See page 158 .
parts and fluids whenever you have term reliability. Tires − Check the tire pressure
maintenance done. monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
167 .
Lights − Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page 159 .
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
miles x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
km x 1,000 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240
Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month
Replace engine oil Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 171 ) Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Replace engine oil filter
Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions

Check front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items:
Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system＃
Fuel lines and connections＃
Inspect and adjust drive belt Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Replace dust and pollen filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Replace manual transmission fluid Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or every 6 years, whichever comes first
Replace CVT fluid Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Inspect idle speed＊1
Inspect idle speed＊2 Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
Replace engine coolant At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Replace brake fluid Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
＃: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page 144 .
＊1: ULEV model
＊2: AT-PZEV model
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
miles x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
km x 1,000 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128 144 160 176 192 208 224 240
Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month
Replace engine oil Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 171 ) Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches

Inspect the following items: Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items:
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids Every 20,000 miles (32,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first
Exhaust system＃
Fuel lines and connections＃
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect and adjust drive belt Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Replace dust and pollen filter＊1
Replace air cleaner element Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions)
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance Inspect every 110,000 miles (176,000 km), otherwise adjust only if noisy
Replace manual transmission fluid Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or every 3 years, whichever comes first
Replace CVT fluid Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or every 2 years, whichever comes first
Inspect idle speed＊2
Inspect idle speed＊3 Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
Replace engine coolant At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Replace brake fluid Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
＃: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, middle column, page 144 .
＊1: See dust and pollen filter on page 165 for replacement information under special driving conditions.
＊2: ULEV model
＊3: AT-PZEV model
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Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page 145 ) or severe
conditions (page 146 ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 45,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km
8,000 km 72,000 km
Date Date
10,000 mi mi/km 50,000 mi mi/km

16,000 km 80,000 km
Date Date
15,000 mi mi/km 55,000 mi mi/km

24,000 km 88,000 km
Date Date
20,000 mi mi/km 60,000 mi mi/km

32,000 km 96,000 km
Date Date
Maintenance
25,000 mi mi/km 65,000 mi mi/km
40,000 km 104,000 km
Date Date
30,000 mi mi/km 70,000 mi mi/km

48,000 km 112,000 km
Date Date
35,000 mi mi/km 75,000 mi mi/km

56,000 km 120,000 km
Date Date
40,000 mi mi/km 80,000 mi mi/km

64,000 km 128,000 km
Date Date
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Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)
85,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 125,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km
136,000 km 200,000 km
Date Date
90,000 mi mi/km 130,000 mi mi/km

144,000 km 208,000 km
Date Date
95,000 mi mi/km 135,000 mi mi/km

152,000 km 216,000 km
Date Date
100,000 mi mi/km 140,000 mi mi/km

160,000 km 224,000 km
Date Date
105,000 mi mi/km 145,000 mi mi/km

168,000 km 232,000 km
Date Date
110,000 mi mi/km 150,000 mi mi/km

176,000 km 240,000 km
Date Date
115,000 mi mi/km 155,000 mi mi/km

184,000 km 248,000 km
Date Date
120,000 mi mi/km 160,000 mi mi/km

192,000 km 256,000 km
Date Date
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Fluid Locations
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID

(Orange loop) FILL CAP (Gray cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual Transmission only)
(Gray cap)
Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)

RADIATOR CAP FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)
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Adding Engine Oil
Unscrew and remove the engine oil Recommended Engine Oil optimum engine protection. Make
fill cap on top of the valve cover. Oil is a major contributor to your sure the API Certification Seal says
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so engine’s performance and longevity. ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
you do not spill. Clean up any spills Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
immediately. Spilled oil could detergent oil displaying the API The oil viscosity or weight is
damage components in the engine Certification Seal. This seal indicates provided on the container’s label.
compartment. the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
ENGINE OIL Institute’s latest requirements.
FILL CAP
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
Ambient Temperature
A very low-viscosity, fuel-efficient

Install the engine oil fill cap, and 0W-20 oil is the preferred engine
tighten it securely. Wait a few lubricant for your Civic Hybrid. This
minutes, and recheck the oil level. Honda Motor Oil is the preferred special oil is formulated to help your
Do not fill above the upper mark; you 0W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine use less fuel. It is available at
could damage the engine. highly recommended that you use your dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for if 0W-20 is not available.
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Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter

You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter
it meets the same requirements according to the recommendations in
given for a conventional motor oil: it the maintenance schedule. The oil
displays the API Certification Seal, and filter collect contaminants that
and it is the proper weight. You must can damage your engine if they are
follow the oil and filter change not removed regularly.
intervals given on the maintenance
schedule. Changing the oil and filter requires
special tools and access from
Engine Oil Additives underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
Your vehicle does not require any oil should be raised on a service station- HOLDING CLIP
additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service.
affect your engine’s or transmission’s Unless you have the knowledge and 1. Run the engine until it reaches
Maintenance
performance and durability. proper equipment, you should have normal operating temperature,
this maintenance done by a skilled then shut it off.
mechanic.
2. Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil fill cap.
3. Remove the nine holding clips

with a flat-tipped screwdriver, then
pull the under-cover down.
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Changing the Oil and Filter
OIL FILTER 7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt,

DRAIN BOLT
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to :
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
8. Refill the engine with the

recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity

(including filter):
WASHER
3.4 US qt (3.2 )
4. Remove the oil drain bolt and 5. Remove the oil filter, and let the
washer from the bottom of the remaining oil drain. A special 9. Replace the engine oil fill cap.
engine. Drain the oil into an wrench (available from your Start the engine. The oil pressure
appropriate container. dealer) is required. indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
6. Install a new oil filter according to engine, and check your work.
the instructions that come with it.
Make sure to clean off any dirt 10.Let the engine run for several
and dust on the connecting minutes, then check the drain bolt
surface of a new oil filter. and oil filter for leaks.
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Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant
11.Turn off the engine, let it sit for Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not
several minutes, then check the oil available, you may use another
level on the dipstick. If necessary, RESERVE TANK major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
add more oil. temporary replacement. Make sure it
is a high-quality coolant
12.Put the under-cover back in place recommended for aluminum engines.
and reinstall the nine holding clips. Continued use of any non-Honda
Lock the clips securely by pushing coolant can result in corrosion,
on the center of each clip. causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling
system flushed and refilled with
Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
Improper disposal of engine oil can be possible.
harmf ul to the environment. If you
Maintenance
change your own oil, please dispose of If the coolant level in the reserve
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed tank is at or below the MIN line, add
container and take it to a recycling coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
or dump it on the ground.
Always use Honda All Season
Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This
coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Never add straight antifreeze or
plain water.
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Engine Coolant
If the reserve tank is completely RADIATOR CAP 3. The coolant level should be up to
empty, you should also check the the base of the filler neck. Add
coolant level in the radiator. coolant if it is low.
Pour the coolant slowly and

carefully so you do not spill. Clean
Removing the radiator cap up any spill immediately; it could
while the engine is hot can damage components in the engine
cause the coolant to spray out, compartment.
seriously scalding you.
4. Put the radiator cap back on and
Always let the engine and tighten it.
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap. 1. When the radiator and engine are 5. Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
cool, relieve any pressure in the Fill it to halfway between the MAX
cooling system by turning the and MIN marks. Put the cap back
radiator cap counterclockwise, on the reserve tank.
without pressing down.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
2. Remove the radiator cap by other additives to your vehicle’s
pushing down and turning cooling system. They may not be
counterclockwise. compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
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Windshield Washers
Check the fluid level in the Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer reservoir at least windshield washer fluid. This
monthly during normal use. increases the cleaning capability and Do not use engine antif reeze or a
prevents freezing in cold weather. vinegar/water solution in the
On Canadian models: The low washer windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
level indicator comes on when the When you refill the reservoir, clean can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
level is low (see page 56 ). the edges of the windshield wiper a vinegar/water solution can damage
blades with windshield washer fluid the windshield washer pump. Use only
LEVEL GAUGE on a clean cloth. This will help to commercially-available windshield
condition them. washer f luid.
Maintenance
WINDSHIELD WASHER RESERVOIR
Check the fluid level by removing

the cap and looking at the level
gauge.
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Transmission Fluid
Continuously Variable 2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) 5. If the level is below the lower
Transmission (CVT) from the transmission, and wipe it mark, add fluid into the filler hole
with a clean cloth. to bring it to the level between the
upper and lower marks.
3. Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
shown in the illustration. so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spills immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1

UPPER (Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
DIPSTICK MARK it’s not available, you may use a
HOT
Range LOWER DEXRON III automatic
Check the fluid level with the engine MARK transmission fluid as a temporary
at normal operating temperature. replacement. However, continued
use can affect the shift quality.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Have the transmission flushed and
Shut off the engine. refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as
4. Remove the dipstick and check soon as it is convenient.
NOTE: For accurate results, wait at the fluid level. It should be
least 60 seconds, and no more than between the upper and lower
90 seconds, after turning off the marks within the HOT range.
engine to check the fluid level.
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Transmission Fluid
To thoroughly flush the Manual Transmission starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
transmission, the technician the filler bolt and tighten it securely.
should drain and refill it with FILLER BOLT
Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the If Honda MTF is not available, you
vehicle for a short distance. Do may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
this three times. Then drain and viscosity motor oil with the API
refill the transmission a final time. Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
6. Insert the dipstick all the way back temporary replacement. However,
into the transmission securely as motor oil does not contain the proper
shown in the illustration. additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
The transmission should be drained Correct Level soon as it is convenient.
and refilled with new fluid according
Maintenance
to the time and distance recommen- Check the fluid level with the The transmission should be drained
dations in the maintenance schedule. transmission at normal operating and refilled with new fluid according
temperature and the vehicle sitting to the time and distance recommen-
If you are not sure how to add fluid, on level ground. Remove the under- dations in the maintenance schedule.
contact your dealer. cover to access the transmission
housing (see page 151 ). Remove the If you are not sure how to check and
transmission filler bolt and carefully add fluid, contact your dealer.
feel inside the bolt hole with your
finger. The fluid level should be up
to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is
not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
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Brake and Clutch Fluid
Check the brake fluid level in the Brake System Clutch System
reservoirs monthly. Manual Transmission only
MAX
Replace the brake fluid according to
the time recommendation in the
maintenance schedule.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty

Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed MAX
container, as a temporary MIN
replacement. MIN
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can The fluid level should be between
cause corrosion and decrease the life the MIN and MAX marks on the side The fluid level should be between
of the system. Have the brake of the reservoir. If the level is at or the MIN and MAX marks on the side
system flushed and refilled with below the MIN mark, your brake of the reservoir. If it is not, add
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid system needs attention. Have the brake fluid to bring it up to that level.
DOT 3 as soon as possible. brake system inspected for leaks or Use the same fluid specified for the
worn brake pads. brake system.
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s A low fluid level can indicate a leak
braking system and can cause in the clutch system. Have this
extensive damage. system inspected as soon as possible.
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Lights
Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb HOLDING CLIP

The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight
when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass
trunk, readjustment may be required. from contact with your skin or hard
Adjustment should be done by your objects. If you touch the glass, clean
dealer or other qualified mechanic. it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot

when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to 1. Open the hood.
Maintenance
overheat and shatter. If you need to change the
headlight bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the holding clip from the
stay with a flat-tipped screwdriver,
then remove the upper part of the
washer fluid reservoir tank by
pulling it out.
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Lights
4. Insert the new bulb into the hole Replacing the Front Side Marker/
and turn it one-quarter turn clock- Turn Signal and Parking Light
wise to lock it in place. Bulb
5. Push the electrical connector back

onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way. HOLDING CLIP
BULB 6. Turn on the headlights to test the

new bulb.
TAB
CONNECTOR
7. (Driver’s side)
Reinstall the upper part of the
2. Remove the electrical connector windshield washer reservoir.
from the bulb by pushing on the Install the holding clip on the stay
tab and pulling the connector and lock it by pushing on the
down. center of clip. 1. If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
3. Remove the bulb by turning it one- turn the steering wheel all the way
quarter turn counterclockwise. to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.
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Lights
2. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to 4. Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing Rear Bulbs
remove the holding clip from the by pushing it in and turning the (in Fenders)
inner fender, and pull the inner bulb counterclockwise until it
fender cover back. unlocks.
BULB SOCKET 5. Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
6. Insert the socket back into the

headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
7. Turn on the lights to make sure

the new bulb is working. FASTENERS
Maintenance
8. Put the inner fender cover in place. 1. Open the trunk.
Install the holding clip. Lock it in
3. Remove the socket from the place by pushing on the center. Remove the screws in the center
headlight assembly by turning it of each of the two fasteners on the
one-quarter turn counterclockwise. side of the trunk lining. Pull the
lining back.
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161
Lights
4. Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs

socket. Push the new bulb straight (in Trunk Lid)
into the socket until it bottoms.
BULBS
5. Reinstall the socket into the light
SOCKETS assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
BULBS
the new bulb is working.
7. Reinstall the trunk lining. Make

sure it is installed under the edge
of the trunk seal. SOCKETS
2. Determine which of the two bulbs 8. Put the fasteners into the holes on 1. Open the trunk.
is burned out: stop/taillight/side the side of the trunk lining.
marker light or turn signal light. Reinstall the screws. 2. Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: taillight or back-up
3. Remove the socket by turning it light.
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
3. Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
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Lights
4. Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake 2. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight Light Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms. into the socket until it bottoms.
5. Insert the socket back into the 3. Reinstall the socket. Turn it
light assembly. Turn it clockwise clockwise until it locks. Make sure
to lock it in place. the new bulb is working.

the new bulb is working.
BULB
SOCKET
Maintenance
1. Open the trunk and remove the
socket from the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
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Roof Antenna, Cleaning the Seat Belts
Roof Antenna Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
LOOP retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
Before using an automatic car wash, If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft
remove the radio antenna so it does brush with a mixture of mild soap
not get damaged. Remove the and warm water to clean them. Do
antenna by unscrewing it. When you not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
reinstall the antenna, tighten it solvents. Let the belts air dry before
securely. you use the vehicle.
Before entering or parking in areas

with low ceiling height, push the
antenna down.
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Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter
Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, Dust and Pollen Filter
make sure it fits properly and that it This filter removes the dust and
can be used with the floor mat pollen that is brought in from the
anchors. Do not put additional floor outside through the heating and
mats on top of the anchored mats. cooling system.
Have your dealer replace this filter

every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
under normal conditions. It should
be replaced every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) if you drive primarily in
urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air, or if
the flow from the heating and
Maintenance
On models equipped cooling system becomes less than
The driver’s floor mat that came usual.
with your vehicle hooks over the
floor mat anchors. This keeps the
floor mat from sliding forward and
possibly interfering with the pedals.
If you remove the driver’s floor mat,

make sure to re-anchor it when you
put it back in your vehicle.
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Wiper Blades
Check the condition of the wiper

blades at least every six months.
Replace them if you find signs of
cracking in the rubber, areas that are
getting hard, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB BLADE
2. Disconnect the blade assembly 3. Remove the blade from its holder
from the wiper arm by pushing in by grasping the tabbed end of the
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in blade. Pull firmly until the tabs
while you push the blade assembly come out of the holder.
toward the base of the arm.
1. Raise the wiper arm off the

windshield.
Do not open the hood when the wiper

arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and the wiper arms.
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Wiper Blades, Tires
BLADE 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires

holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your
tires must be the proper type and
6. Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it tread, and correctly inflated.
locks in place.
The following pages give more
7. Lower the wiper arm down against detailed information on how to take
the windshield. care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced.
REINFORCEMENT
4. Examine the new wiper blades. If Using tires that are excessively
Maintenance
they have no plastic or metal worn or improperly inflated can
reinforcement along the back cause a crash in which you can
edge, remove the metal be seriously hurt or killed.
reinforcement strips from the old
wiper blade, and install them in Follow all instructions in this
the slots along the edge of the new owner’s manual regarding tire
blade. inflation and maintenance.
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Tires
Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the
Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot [driven for several miles
provides the best combination of month. Even tires that are in good (kilometers)], you will see readings 4
handling, tread life, and riding condition may lose one to two psi (10 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4
comfort. to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per kgf/cm ) higher than the cold
month. Remember to check the readings. This is normal. Do not let
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, spare tire at the same time. air out to match the recommended
adversely affect handling and fuel cold air pressure. The tire will be
economy, and are more likely to Check the air pressures when the underinflated.
fail from being overheated. tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked for at least You should use your own tire
Overinflated tires can make your three hours, or driven less than 1 pressure gauge whenever you check
vehicle ride more harshly, are mile (1.6 km). Add or release air, if your tire pressures. This will make it
more prone to damage from road needed, to match the recommended easier for you to tell if a pressure
hazards, and wear unevenly. cold tire pressures on page 169 . loss is due to a tire problem and not
due to a variation between gauges.
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you While tubeless tires have some
think a tire might be low, check it ability to self-seal if they are
immediately with a tire gauge. punctured, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
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Tires
Recommended Tire Pressures High-Speed Driving When you return to normal speed
Normal Driving Honda strongly recommends that driving, be sure to readjust the tire
The following chart shows the you not drive faster than posted pressure for normal driving. You
recommended cold tire pressures for speed limits and conditions allow. If should wait until the tires are cold
most normal driving conditions and you decide it is safe to drive at high before adjusting the tire pressure.
speeds. speeds (over 100 mph or 160 km/h),
be sure to adjust the cold tire For convenience, the recommended
Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure pressures as shown below. If you do tire sizes and cold air pressures are
for Normal Driving not, excessive heat can build up and on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
P185/70R14 87S 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 cause sudden tire failure.
kgf/cm ) For additional information about
Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure your tires, see page 204 .
The compact spare tire pressure is: for High-Speed
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) Driving
Maintenance
P185/70R14 87S 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4
kgf/cm )
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Tires
Tire Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Tire Maintenance

Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation,
should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to
damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear. If you find a tire
is worn unevenly, have your dealer
You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Bumps or bulges in the tread or Have your dealer check the tires if
side of the tire. Replace the tire if you feel a consistent vibration while
you find either of these conditions. driving. A tire should always be
rebalanced if it is removed from the
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side TREAD WEAR INDICATOR wheel. When you have new tires
of the tire. Replace the tire if you installed, make sure they are
can see fabric or cord. Your tires have wear indicators balanced. This increases riding
molded into the tread. When the comfort and tire life. For best results,
Excessive tread wear. tread wears down, you will see a have the installer perform a dynamic
band 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide across balance.
the tread. This shows there is less
than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left
on the tire.
Improper wheel weights can damage
A tire this worn gives very little your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use
traction on wet roads. You should only Honda wheel weights f or
replace the tire if you can see three balancing.
or more tread wear indicators.
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Tires
Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels speed and may cause the system to
Replace your tires with radial tires of work.
Front Front the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tire If you ever replace a wheel, make
pressure rating (as shown on the sure the new one matches the
tire’s sidewall). specifications of the original.
Replacement wheels are available at
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on your dealer.
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tires of a different
(Front Non-directional (Front Directional size or construction can cause the Installing improper tires on your
Tires and Wheels) Tires and Wheels) ABS to work inconsistently. vehicle can affect handling and
stability. This can cause a crash
Maintenance
To help increase tire life and It is best to replace all four tires at in which you can be seriously
distribute wear more evenly, rotate the same time. If that is not possible hurt or killed.
the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000 or necessary, replace the two front
km). Move the tires to the positions tires or two rear tires as a pair. Always use the size and type of
shown in the chart each time they Replacing just one tire can seriously tires recommended in this
are rotated. If you purchase affect your vehicle’s handling. owner’s manual.
directional tires, rotate only front-to-
back. The ABS works by comparing the
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the vehicle. Tire size
and construction can affect wheel
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Tires
Wheel and Tire Specifications Snow Tires When installing cables, follow the
Wheels: If you mount snow tires on your manufacturer’s instructions, and
14 x 5 1/2 JJ vehicle, make sure they are radial mount them as tight as you can.
tires of the same size and load range Make sure they are not contacting
Tires: as original tires. Mount snow tires on the brake lines or suspension. Drive
P185/70R14 87S all four wheels. The traction slowly with them installed. If you
provided by snow tires on dry roads hear them coming into contact with
See page 204 for information about may be lower than your original tires. the body or chassis, stop and
DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page Check with the tire dealer for investigate. Remove them as soon as
206 for tire size and labeling maximum speed recommendations. you begin driving on cleared roads.
information.
Tire Chains
Winter Driving Because your vehicle has limited tire
Tires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘All clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ Traction devices that are the wrong
Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- cable-type traction devices, with size or improperly installed can
weather tread design suitable for rubber chain tensioners on the front damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
most winter driving conditions. tires. Use traction devices only when suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
required by driving conditions or driving if they are hitting any part of
For the best performance in snowy local laws. Make sure they are the the vehicle.
or icy conditions, you should install correct size for your tires. Make link-
snow tires or tire chains. They may type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.
be required by local laws under
certain conditions.
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Checking the 12 Volt Battery
cloth or paper towel. Coat the

TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
terminals with grease to help prevent
further corrosion. The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
If additional battery maintenance is operation.
needed, see your dealer or a
qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
WARNING: Battery posts, force to kill or seriously hurt you.
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wear protective clothing and a
Wash your hands after handling. face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
Check the condition of the 12 volt If you need to connect the battery to maintenance.
Maintenance
battery monthly by looking at the a charger, disconnect both cables to
test indicator window. The label on prevent damaging your vehicle’s
the battery explains the test electrical system. Always disconnect If your vehicle’s 12 volt battery is
indicator’s colors. the negative (−) cable first, and disconnected or goes dead, the IMA
reconnect it last. battery level gauge reading will not
Check the terminals for corrosion (a be correct the next time you turn the
white or yellowish powder). To ignition switch to ON (II). It will
remove it, cover the terminals with a show less than the actual level
solution of baking soda and water. It temporarily. It will show the correct
will bubble up and turn brown. When level after you drive for at least 30
this stops, wash it off with plain minutes.
water. Dry off the battery with a
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Vehicle Storage
If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a
an extended period (more than one ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as
should do to prepare it for storage. longer period, it should be cotton. Non-porous materials, such
Proper preparation helps prevent supported on jackstands so the as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
deterioration and makes it easier to tires are off the ground. which can damage the paint.
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if Reconnect the 12 volt battery and
the vehicle is being stored drive your vehicle every month for
Fill the fuel tank. indoors). about 30 minutes. This will keep
the IMA battery charged and in
Change the engine oil and filter. Disconnect the 12 volt battery. good condition.
Wash and dry the exterior Support the front wiper blade If you store your vehicle for 1 year or
completely. arms with a folded towel or rag so longer, have your dealer perform the
they do not touch the windshield. inspections called for in the 2 years/
Clean the interior. Make sure the 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are To minimize sticking, apply a maintenance schedule (Normal
completely dry. silicone spray lubricant to all door Conditions) as soon as you take it
and trunk seals. Also, apply a out of storage (see page 145 ). The
Leave the parking brake off. Put vehicle body wax to the painted replacements called for in the
the transmission in Reverse surfaces that mate with the door maintenance schedule are not
(manual) or Park (CVT). and trunk seals. needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
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Main Menu
Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire....................... 176

common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 177
experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start .............. 182
gives you information about how to Jump Starting ................................. 184
safely evaluate the problem and what If the Engine Overheats ............... 186
to do to correct it. If the problem has Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......... 188
stranded you on the side of the road, Charging System Indicator........... 189
you may be able to get going again. Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 190
If not, you will also find instructions Brake System Indicator ................ 191
on getting your vehicle towed. Fuses ............................................... 192
Fuse Locations ............................... 195
Emergency Towing ....................... 197

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Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can. This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road sur-
Check the inflation pressure of the faces. Use greater caution while
compact spare tire every time you driving.
check the other tires. It should be
inflated to: Do not mount snow chains on the
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) compact spare tire.
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is Replace the tire when you can see
the same make and model. the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
and design tire, mounted on the
same wheel. The spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the spare wheel is not
designed for mounting a regular tire.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE TRUNK FLOOR
stop in a safe place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off
you get to an exit or an area that is the jack, seriously injuring
far away from the traffic lanes. anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for

changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
TOOL KIT JACK
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level and 3. Open the trunk. Raise the trunk
non-slippery ground. Put the floor mat and the trunk floor by
transmission in Park (CVT) or lifting up on the back edge.

Reverse (manual). Apply the
parking brake. 4. Take the tool kit out of the trunk.
2. Turn on the hazard warning lights, 5. Unscrew the wing bolt and take
and turn the ignition switch to the spare tire out of its well.
LOCK (0). Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
CONTINUED
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JACK JACKING POINTS
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
6. Turn the jack’s end 7. Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn 8. Place the jack under the jacking
counterclockwise to loosen it, then with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to
remove the jack. change. 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.
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BRAKE HUB
WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION
9. Use the extension and the wheel 10.Remove the wheel nuts, then 11.Before mounting the spare tire,
nut wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire. Handle the wipe any dirt off the mounting
vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel nuts carefully; they may be surface of the wheel and hub with

ground. hot from driving. Place the flat tire a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
on the ground with the outside carefully; it may be hot from
surface facing up. driving.
CONTINUED
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WING BOLT SPACER

CONE
12.Put on the spare tire. Put the 14.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 16.Place the flat tire face down in the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight, the same crisscross pattern. Have spare tire well.
then tighten them in a crisscross the wheel nut torque checked at
pattern with the wheel nut wrench the nearest automotive service 17.Remove the spacer cone from the
until the wheel is firmly against facility. wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
the hub. Do not try to tighten Tighten the wheel nuts to: back on the bolt.
them fully. 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
18.Secure the flat tire by screwing
13.Lower the vehicle to the ground 15.Remove the center cap before the wing bolt back into its hole.
and remove the jack. storing the flat tire in the trunk
well.
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19.Store the jack in the trunk with the

end bracket on the left side. Turn
the jack’s end bracket to lock it in
place. Store the tool kit.
Loose items can fly around the

interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools

securely before driving.
20.Store the center cap in the trunk.

Make sure it does not get
scratched or damaged.
21.Lower the trunk floor and trunk

floor mat, then close the trunk lid.
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If the Engine Won’t Start
Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to START
start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim,
on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses. If
key to START (III): START (III), you do not hear the the fuses are OK, there is
normal noise of the engine trying to probably something wrong with
You hear nothing, or almost start. You may hear a clicking sound the electrical circuit for the
nothing. The engine’s starter or series of clicks, or nothing at all. ignition switch or starter motor.
motor does not operate at all, or Check these things: You will need a qualified
operates very slowly. technician to determine the
Check the transmission interlock. problem (see Emergency Towing
You can hear the starter motor If you have a manual transmission, on page 197 ).
operating normally, or the starter the clutch pedal must be pushed
motor sounds like it is spinning all the way to the floor or the If the headlights dim noticeably or
faster than normal, but the engine starter will not operate. With an go out when you try to start the
does not start up and run. automatic transmission, it must be engine, either the battery is
in Park or Neutral. discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). the 12 volt battery and terminal
Turn on the headlights, and check connections (see page 173 ). You
their brightness. If the headlights can then try jump starting the
are very dim or do not come on at vehicle from a booster battery
all, the battery is discharged. See (see page 184 ).
Jump Starting on page 184 .
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If the Engine Won’t Start
The Starter Operates Normally If you find nothing wrong, you will
In this case, the starter motor’s need a qualified technician to find
speed sounds normal, or even faster the problem. See Emergency
than normal, when you turn the Towing on page 197 .
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.
Are you using a properly coded

key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page 71 ).
Are you using the proper starting

procedure? Refer to Starting the
Engine on page 127 .

Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical

problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page 192 ).
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Jump Starting
Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle:

procedure, you should take several
precautions. 1. Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the 12 volt
battery. In very cold weather,
check the condition of the
A battery can explode if you do electrolyte. If it seems slushy or
not follow the correct procedure, like ice, do not try jump starting
seriously injuring anyone until it thaws.
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, BOOSTER BATTERY

and smoking materials away If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
from the battery. electrolyte inside can f reeze. The numbers in the illustration show
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen you the order to connect the jumper
battery can cause it to rupture. cables.
You cannot start your vehicle with an
automatic transmission (CVT) by 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- 3. Connect one jumper cable to the
pushing or pulling it. sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, positive (＋) terminal on your
lights, etc. Put the transmission in battery. Connect the other end to
Neutral or Park, and set the the positive (＋) terminal on the
parking brake. booster battery.
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Jump Starting
6. Start the vehicle. If the starter If your vehicle’s 12 volt battery is

motor still operates slowly, check disconnected or goes dead, the IMA
that the jumper cables have good battery level gauge reading will not
metal-to-metal contact. be correct the next time you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II). It will
7. Once your vehicle is running, show less than the actual level
disconnect the negative cable from temporarily. It will show the correct
your vehicle, then from the level after you drive for at least 30
booster battery. Disconnect the minutes.
positive cable from your vehicle,
then from the booster battery.
4. Connect the second jumper cable Keep the ends of the jumper cables
to the negative (−) terminal on away from each other and any metal
the booster battery. Connect the on the vehicle until everything is
other end to the metal projection disconnected. Otherwise, you may

as shown. Do not connect this cause an electrical short.
jumper 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.
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If the Engine Overheats
The reading on the vehicle’s 3. If you do not see steam or spray,

temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and
the midrange. If it climbs to the red Steam and spray from an watch the temperature gauge. If
mark, you should determine the overheated engine can the high heat is due to overloading,
reason (hot day, driving up a steep seriously scald you. the engine should start to cool
hill, etc.). down almost immediately. If it
Do not open the hood if steam does, wait until the temperature
If the vehicle overheats, you should is coming out. gauge comes down to the midpoint,
take immediate action. The only then continue driving.
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. 4. If the temperature gauge stays at
mark. Or you may see steam or Put the transmission in Neutral or the red mark, turn off the engine.
spray coming from under the hood. Park, and set the parking brake.
Turn off all accessories, and turn 5. Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
on the hazard warning lights. such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
Driving with the temperature gauge 2. If you see steam and/or spray so use caution. If you find a leak, it
reading at the red mark can cause coming from under the hood, turn must be repaired before you
serious damage to the engine. off the engine. Wait until you see continue driving (see Emergency
no more signs of steam or spray, Towing on page 197 ).
then open the hood.
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If the Engine Overheats
6. If you do not find an obvious leak, 8. Using gloves or a large heavy 10.Put the radiator cap back on
check the coolant level in the cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and watch
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant counterclockwise, without pushing the temperature gauge. If it goes
if the level is below the MIN mark. down, to the first stop. After the back to the red mark, the engine
pressure releases, push down on needs repair (see Emergency
7. If there was no coolant in the the cap, and turn it until it comes Towing on page 197 ).
reserve tank, you may need to add off.
coolant to the radiator. Let the 11.If the temperature stays normal,
engine cool down until the reading 9. Start the engine, and set the check the coolant level in the
reaches the middle of the temperature control dial to radiator reserve tank. If it has
temperature gauge or lower, maximum heat. Add coolant to the gone down, add coolant to the
before checking the radiator. radiator up to the base of the filler MAX mark. Put the cap back on
neck. If you do not have the tightly.
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Removing the radiator cap Remember to have the cooling

while the engine is hot can system drained and refilled with
cause the coolant to spray out, the proper mixture as soon as you
seriously scalding you. can.
Always let the engine and

radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator
This indicator should never 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut The engine running generates the oil
come on when the engine is off the engine. Turn on the hazard pressure. When the Auto Idle Stop is
running. If it starts flashing warning indicators. activated, the engine is stopped, the
or stays on, the oil pressure has oil pressure is dropped, and the low
dropped very low or lost pressure. 2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute. oil pressure indicator does not come
Serious engine damage is possible Open the hood, and check the oil on.
and you should take immediate level (see page 116 ). An engine
action. very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
Running the engine with low oil 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the
pressure can cause serious mechanical level back to the full mark on the
damage almost immediately. Turn of f dipstick (see page 150 ).
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped. 4. Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see Emergency Towing on page
197 ).
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Charging System Indicator
If the charging system If the Auto Idle Stop is active for an

indicator comes on brightly extended period, the charging
when the engine is running, system indicator may come on. If it
the 12 volt battery is not being happens, start the engine.
charged.
The charging system indicator may
Immediately turn off all electrical also come on if the Integrated Motor
accessories. Try not to use other Assist (IMA) battery charge drops
electrically operated controls such as below a desired level and the engine
the power windows and rear window starts to recharge the battery.
defogger. Keep the engine running;
starting the engine will discharge the This indicator may blink after you
battery rapidly. start the vehicle in the morning
when the temperature is below −20
Go to a service station or garage °F (−30°C). It will stop blinking
where you can get technical when the IMA battery warms up.

assistance.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been
while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these
of the engine’s emissions continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased. It takes at least
control systems may have a problem. checked by the dealer as soon as three days of driving under various
Even though you may feel no possible. conditions to set the codes again.
difference in your vehicle’s
performance, it can reduce your fuel To check if they are set, turn the
economy and cause increased ignition switch to ON (II), without
emissions. Continued operation may If you keep driving with the starting the engine. The Malfunction
cause serious damage. Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you Indicator Lamp will come on for 20
can damage your vehicle’s emissions seconds. If it then goes off, the
If you have recently refueled your controls and the engine. Those repairs readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5
vehicle, the indicator coming on may not be covered by your vehicle’s times, the readiness codes are not
could be due to a loose or missing warranties. set. If possible, do not take your
fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it vehicle for a state emissions test
clicks at least three times. This indicator may also come on until the readiness codes are set.
Tightening the cap will not turn the along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator. Refer to State Emissions Testing for
indicator off immediately; it takes at more information (see page 210 ).
least three days of normal driving. Readiness Code
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
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Brake System Indicator
U.S. Canada part of the system’s dual circuit If the ABS indicator comes on with
design will still give you braking at the brake system indicator, have
two wheels. You will feel the brake your vehicle inspected by your
The brake system indicator normally pedal go down much farther before dealer immediately.
comes on when you turn the ignition the vehicle begins to slow down, and
switch to ON (II), and as a reminder you will have to press harder on the
to check the parking brake. It will pedal.
stay on if you do not fully release the
parking brake. Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
If the brake system indicator comes when it is safe. Because of the long
on while driving, the brake fluid level distance needed to stop, it is
is probably low. Press lightly on the hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
brake pedal to see if it feels normal. should have it towed and repaired as
If it does, check the brake fluid level soon as possible (see Emergency
the next time you stop at a service Towing on page 197 ).

station (see page 158 ).
If you must drive the vehicle a short
If the fluid level is low, take your distance in this condition, drive
vehicle to a dealer, and have the slowly and carefully.
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not

feel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
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Fuses
INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD (PRIMARY) UNDER-HOOD (SECONDARY)
TAB
TAB
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The primary and secondary under-
three fuse boxes. hood fuse boxes are in the engine
compartment on the driver’s side.
The interior fuse box is underneath
the steering column. To open it, turn
the knobs as shown.
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Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses

FUSE BLOWN
If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check for a
blown fuse first. Determine from the
chart on pages 195 and 196 , or the
diagram on the fuse box lid, which
fuse or fuses control that device.
Check those fuses first, but check all
the fuses before deciding that a
blown fuse is the cause. Replace any
blown fuses, and check if the device
BLOWN
work.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK 3. Check each of the large fuses in 4. Check the smaller fuses in the
(0). Make sure the headlights and the primary under-hood fuse box under-hood fuse boxes and all the
all other accessories are off. by looking through the top at the fuses in the interior fuse box by

wire inside. Removing these fuses pulling out each one with the fuse
2. Remove the cover from the fuse requires a Phillips-head puller provided in the primary
box. screwdriver. under-hood fuse box.
5. Look for a burned wire inside the

fuse. If it is burned, replace it with
one of the spare fuses of the same
rating or lower.
CONTINUED
193
Fuses
If you cannot drive the vehicle 6. If the replacement fuse of the When the audio system is disabled,
without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, the clock setting in the audio system
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious will be canceled. You will need to
of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem in your vehicle. reset the clock according to the
from one of the other circuits. Make Leave the blown fuse in that instructions in the audio system
sure you can do without that circuit circuit and have your vehicle section on this owner’s manual.
temporarily (such as the accessory checked by a qualified mechanic.
power socket or radio).
If the radio fuse is removed, the
If you replace the blown fuse with a audio system will disable itself. The
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it next time you turn on the radio you
might blow out again. This does not will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency
indicate anything wrong. Replace the display. Use the preset buttons to
fuse with one of the correct rating as enter the five-digit code (see page
soon as you can. 106 ).
Replacing a f use with one that has a

higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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Fuse Locations
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected

1 20 A Condenser Fan
2 10 A IMA
3 10 A Small Light
4 20 A Cooling Fan
5 10 A Hazard
6 15 A FI ECU
7 15 A Horn, Stop
8 20 A ABS F/S
9 10 A Back Up
10 40 A ABS Motor
11 30 A Rear Defroster
12 40 A Heater Motor
13 40 A Power Window
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 14 40 A Option
15 20 A Left Headlight

16 20 A Door Lock
17 20 A Right Headlight
18 60 A EPS
19 80 A Battery
20 50 A Ignition 1
21−25 7.5A−30A Spare Fuses
No. Amps. Circuits Protected

1 20 A Cooling Fan
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Fuse Locations
INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected

6 7.5 A Power Window Relay
7 − Not Used
8 7.5 A Accessory, Radio
9 15 A Ignition Coil EX
10 7.5 A Meter
11 7.5 A ABS
12 (7.5 A) (Daytime running lights＊1)
13 10 A SRS
14 10 A Remote Control Mirrors
15 (10 A) (SCTY＊2)
16 7.5 A IMA
17 15 A Fuel Pump
18 15 A Accessory Power Socket
19 7.5 A Turn Signal Lights
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 20 A Front Wiper
1 15 A Ignition Coil IN 21 7.5 A STS (Steering Switch)
2 20 A LAF Heater 22 20 A Front Right Power Window
3 (10 A) (Daytime running lights＊1) 23 20 A Front Left Power Window
4 10 A FI-ECU 24 20 A Rear Left Power Window
5 − Not Used 25 20 A Rear Right Power Window
26 7.5 A Cooling Fan Relay
＊1 : On Canadian models
＊2 : Optional Security System
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Emergency Towing
If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must With the front wheels on the ground,
call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do the following: than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
with just a rope or chain. It is very speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).
dangerous. There are two ways to Manual Transmission:
tow your vehicle. Release the parking brake. If your vehicle is equipped with a
Shift the transmission to Neutral. front spoiler, remove it before
Flat-bed Equipment − The operator towing so it is not damaged.
loads your vehicle on the back of a Automatic Transmission (CVT):
truck. This is the best way to trans- Release the parking brake.
port your vehicle. Start the engine.
Shift to D, then to N. Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
Wheel-lift Equipment − The tow Turn off the engine. bumpers will cause serious damage.
truck uses two pivoting arms that go The bumpers are not designed to
under the tires (front or rear) and lift support the vehicle’s weight.
them off the ground. The other two

tires remain on the ground. This is Improper towing preparation will
an acceptable way to tow your damage the transmission. Follow the
vehicle. above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
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197
Emergency Towing
If you decide to tow your vehicle

with all four wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switch in Accessory (I) so
the steering wheel does not lock.
Make 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
ignition switch in Accessory (I), and
make sure the steering wheel turns
f reely bef ore you begin towing.
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Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ................. 200 Emissions Controls........................ 207
you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ................................. 202 The Clean Air Act ...................... 207
your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control
identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ....................... 204 System..................................... 207
includes information you should Uniform Tire Quality Evaporative Emissions Control
know about your vehicle’s tires and Grading ................................... 204 System..................................... 207
emissions control systems. Treadwear .................................. 204 Onboard Refueling Vapor
Traction....................................... 204 Recovery ................................. 207
Temperature .............................. 205 Exhaust Emissions Controls .... 208
Tire Labeling .................................. 206 PGM-FI System ..................... 208
Ignition Timing Control
System................................. 208
Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) System .................... 208
Three Way Catalytic
Converter ............................ 208
Replacement Parts..................... 208
Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 209
State Emissions Testing ............... 210
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Identification Numbers
Your vehicle has several identifying

numbers in various places.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
for warranty purposes. It is also
necessary for licensing and insuring
your vehicle. 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 Certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb,
and is stamped on the engine
compartment bulkhead. The VIN is
also provided in bar code on the
Certification label.
CERTIFICATION LABEL
200
Identification Numbers
The Engine Number is stamped into

the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER
The Transmission Number is on a

label on top of the transmission.
The IMA Motor Number is stamped

on the motor housing.
TRANSMISSION
NUMBER
IMA MOTOR
NUMBER
201
Specifications
Dimensions Capacities
Length 174.8 in (4,440 mm) Fuel tank Approx.
Width 67.5 in (1,715 mm) ULEV 13.2 US gal (50 )
Height 56.3 in (1,430 mm) AT-PZEV 11.9 US gal (45 )
Wheelbase 103.1 in (2,620 mm) Engine Change＊1
Track Front 57.9 in (1,470 mm) coolant Manual 1.08 US gal (4.1 )
Rear 57.9 in (1,470 mm) CVT 1.06 US gal (4.0 )
Total
Weights Manual 1.37 US gal (5.2 )
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached CVT 1.35 US gal (5.1 )
to the driver’s doorjamb. Engine oil Change＊2
Including filter 3.4 US qt (3.2 )
Engine Without filter 3.2 US qt (3.0 )
Type Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC Total 4.0 US qt (3.8 )
4-cylinder gasoline engine Manual trans- Change 1.6 US qt (1.5 )
Bore x Stroke 2.87 x 3.15 in (73.0 x 80.0 mm) mission fluid Total 1.7 US qt (1.6 )
Displacement 82 cu-in (1.339 cm ) Automatic Change 3.4 US qt (3.2 )
Compression ratio 10.8 transmission Total 5.7 US qt (5.4 )
Spark plugs IFR5G-11K (NGK) fluid (CVT)
SK16PR-L11 (DENSO) Windshield U.S. Vehicles 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
washer reservoir Canada Vehicles 4.8 US qt (4.5 )
＊1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 )
＊2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
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Specifications
Air Conditioning Fuses

Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 196 or the fuse label
Charge quantity 17.6−19.4 oz (500−550 g) attached to the inside of the fuse
Lubricant oil type SP-10 box door under the steering
column.
Lights Under-hood See page 195 or the fuse box
Headlights High 12 V − 60 W (HB3) cover.
Low 12 V − 51 W (HB4)
Front Parking/Front turn 12 V − 24/2.2 CP Alignment
signal/side marker lights Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Rear turn signal lights 12 V − 21 W Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm)
Brake/Taillights/Rear side 12 V − 21/5 W Camber Front −0°12’
marker lights Rear −1°
Back-up lights 12 V − 21 W Caster Front 2°20’
Taillights 12 V − 3 CP
High-mount brake light 12 V − 21 W Tires
License plate lights 12 V − 3 CP Size Front/Rear P185/70R14 87S
Ceiling light 12 V − 8W Spare T115/70D14 88M＊1
Spotlights 12 V − 8W T125/70D15 95M＊2
Trunk light 12 V − 5W Pressure Front/Rear 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
12 Volt Battery
Capacity 12 V − 35 AH/20 HR ＊1 : Without ABS
＊2 : With ABS
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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction − AA, A, B, C

U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to
All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
treadwear, traction, and temperature the tire when tested under controlled grades represent the tire’s ability to
performance according to conditions on a specified government stop on wet pavement as measured
Department of Transportation test course. For example, a tire under controlled conditions on
(DOT) standards. The following graded 150 would wear one and one- specified government test surfaces
explains these gradings. half (1 1/2) times as well on the of asphalt and concrete. A tire
government course as a tire graded marked C may have poor traction
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 100. The relative performance of performance.
Quality grades can be found where tires depends upon the actual condi-
applicable on the tire sidewall tions of their use, however, and may Warning: The traction grade
between the tread shoulder and the depart significantly from the norm assigned to this tire is based on
maximum section width. For due to variations in driving habits, straight-ahead braking traction tests,
example: service practices, and differences in and does not include acceleration,
Treadwear 200 road characteristics and climate. cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
Traction AA traction characteristics.
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform

to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Temperature − A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for

The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that
highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over-
tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-
heat and its ability to dissipate heat tion, or excessive loading, either
when tested under controlled separately or in combination, can
conditions on a specified indoor cause heat buildup and possible tire
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high failure.
temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
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Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle 14 − Rim diameter in inches. FW6X − Tire type code.
have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described 87 − Load index (a numerical code 2202 − Date of manufacture.
below. associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry). Maximum Tire Pressure
Tire Size Max Press − The maximum air
Whenever tires are replaced, they S − Speed symbol (an pressure the tire can hold.
should be replaced with tires of the alphabetical code indicating
same size. The following is an the maximum speed rating). Maximum Tire Load
example of tire size with an Max Load − The maximum load the
explanation of what each component Tire Identification Number tire can carry at maximum air
means. Tire Identification Number (TIN) is pressure.
a group of numbers and letters that
P185/70 R14 87S look like the following example TIN.
P − Vehicle type (P indicates DOT B97R FW6X 2202

passenger vehicle).
DOT − This indicates that the tire
185 − Tire width in millimeters. meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
70 − Aspect ratio (the tire’s section Transportation.
height as a percentage of its
width). B97R − Manufacturer’s
identification mark.
R − Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
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Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act crankcase ventilation valve routes
vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act＊ them from the crankcase back to the
products. Some of these are carbon sets standards for automobile intake manifold. They are then
monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen emissions. It also requires that drawn into the engine and burned.
(NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). automobile manufacturers explain to
Gasoline evaporating from the tank owners how their emissions controls Evaporative Emissions Control
also produces hydrocarbons. Con- work and what to do to maintain System
trolling the production of NOx, CO, them. This section summarizes how As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
and HC is important to the environ- the emissions controls work. tank, an evaporative emissions
ment. Under certain conditions of Scheduled maintenance is on page control canister filled with charcoal
sunlight and climate, NOx and HC 143 . adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After
＊
Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up,
bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine
poisonous gas. requirements, as specified in an and burned during driving.
agreement with Environment
Canada, at the time they are Onboard Refueling Vapor
manufactured. Recovery
The onboard refueling vapor
Crankcase Emissions Control recovery (ORVR) system captures
System the fuel vapors during refueling. The
Your vehicle has a positive vapors are adsorbed in a canister
crankcase ventilation system. This filled with activated carbon. While
keeps gasses that build up in the driving, the fuel vapors are drawn
engine’s crankcase from going into into the engine and burned off.
the atmosphere. The positive
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Emissions Controls
Exhaust Emissions Controls is going into the engine. It then Replacement Parts
The exhaust emissions controls controls how much fuel to inject The emissions control systems are
include four systems: PGM-FI, under all operating conditions. designed and certified to work to-
ignition timing control, exhaust gas gether in reducing emissions to
recirculation and three way catalytic Ignition Timing Control System levels that comply with the Clean Air
converter. These four systems work This system constantly adjusts the Act. To make sure the emissions
together to control the engine’s ignition timing, reducing the amount remain low, you should use only new
combustion and minimize the of HC, CO, and NOx produced. Honda replacement parts or their
amount of HC, CO, and NOx that equivalent for repairs. Using lower
comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) quality parts may increase the
emissions control systems are System emissions from your vehicle.
separate from the crankcase and The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)
evaporative emissions control system takes some of the exhaust The emissions control systems are
systems. gas and routes it back into the intake covered by warranties separate from
manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the the rest of your vehicle. Read your
PGM-FI System air/fuel mixture reduces the amount warranty manual for more informa-
The PGM-FI System uses sequential of NOx produced when the fuel is tion.
multiport fuel injection. burned.
It has three subsystems: air intake,
engine control, and fuel control. The Three Way Catalytic Converter
transmission control module (TCM) The three way catalytic converter is
in automatic transmission (CVT) in the exhaust system. Through
vehicles or the engine control chemical reactions, it converts HC,
module (ECM) in manual CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
transmission vehicles uses various to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen
sensors to determine how much air (N2), and water vapor.
208
Three Way Catalytic Converter
The three way catalytic converter Keep the engine tuned-up.

contains precious metals that serve
as catalysts, promoting chemical Have your vehicle diagnosed and
reactions to convert the exhaust repaired if it is misfiring, back-
gasses without affecting the metals. firing, stalling, or otherwise not
The catalytic converter is referred to running properly.
as a three-way catalyst, since it acts
on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement
unit must be an original Honda part
or its equivalent.
THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER
The three way catalytic converter
must operate at a high temperature
for the chemical reactions to take A defective three way catalytic
place. It can set on fire any com- converter contributes to air pollution,
bustible materials that come near it. and can impair your engine’s per-
Park your vehicle away from high formance. Follow these guidelines to
grass, dry leaves, or other flamma- protect your vehicle’s three way
bles. catalytic converter.
Always use unleaded gasoline.

Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the three
way catalytic converter ineffective.
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State Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been the cruise control. When traffic
If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 8 allows, drive for 90 seconds
emissions test shortly after the hours or more. without moving the accelerator
battery has been disconnected or pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary
gone dead, it may not pass the test. Make sure the ambient slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness temperature is between 20° and do this for a continuous 90
codes’’ that must be set in the on- 95°F. seconds because of traffic
board diagnostics for the emissions conditions, drive for at least 30
systems. These codes are erased Without touching the accelerator seconds, then repeat it two more
when the battery is disconnected, pedal, start the engine, and let it times (for a total of 90 seconds).
and set again only after several days idle for 20 seconds.
of driving under a variety of Then drive in city/suburban
conditions. Keep the vehicle in Park traffic for at least 10 minutes.
(automatic transmission) or When traffic conditions allow, let
If the testing facility determines that Neutral (manual transmission). the vehicle coast for several
the readiness codes are not set, you Increase the engine speed to 2,000 seconds without using the
will be requested to return at a later rpm, and hold it there until the accelerator pedal or the brake
date to complete the test. If you must temperature gauge rises to at least pedal.
get the vehicle re-tested within the 1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).
next two or three days, you can If the testing facility determines the
condition the vehicle for retesting by Select a nearby lightly traveled readiness codes are still not set, see
doing the following. major highway where you can your dealer.
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
Make sure the gas tank is nearly, (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20
but not completely, full (around minutes. Drive on the highway in
3/4). D (CVT) or 5th (M/T). Do not use
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Warranty and Customer Relations
Customer Service Information..... 212

Warranty Coverages ..................... 213
Reporting Safety Defects
(U.S. Vehicles) ........................... 214
Authorized Manuals ...................... 215

211
Customer Service Information
Honda dealership personnel are Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give
trained professionals. They should CUSTOMER RELATIONS us this information:
be able to answer all your questions. RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE
If you encounter a problem that your Honda Canada Inc. Vehicle Identification Number
dealership does not solve to your 715 Milner Avenue (see page 200 )
satisfaction, please discuss it with Toronto, ON
the dealership’s management. The M1B 2K8 Name and address of the dealer
service manager or general manager who services your vehicle
can help. Almost all problems are Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
solved in this way. Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 Date of purchase
Toronto (416) 287-4776
If you are dissatisfied with the Mileage on your vehicle
decision made by the dealership’s In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
management, contact your Honda Islands: Your name, address, and tele-
Customer Service Office. Bella International phone number
P.O. Box 190816
U.S. Owners: San Juan, PR 00919-0816 A detailed description of the
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. problem
Honda Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4327
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Name of the dealer who sold the
1919 Torrance Boulevard vehicle to you
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
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Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty − a seat Replacement Battery Limited
Your new vehicle is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty − provides prorated
warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery
vehicle. purchased from your dealer.
New Vehicle Limited Warranty −

covers your new vehicle, except for Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Replacement Muffler Lifetime
the battery, emissions control − all exterior body panels are Limited Warranty − provides
systems, and accessories, against covered for rust-through from the coverage for as long as the pur-
defects in materials and inside for the specified time period chaser of the muffler owns the
workmanship. with no mileage limit. vehicle.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty − Restrictions and exclusions apply to
Warranty and Emissions Honda Accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the
Performance Warranty − these two under this warranty. Time and 2005 Honda Warranty Information
warranties cover your vehicle’s mileage limits depend on the type of booklet that came with your vehicle
emissions control systems. Time, accessory and other factors. Please for precise information on warranty
mileage, and coverage are read your warranty manual for coverages. Your vehicle’s original
conditional. Please read your details. tires are covered by their
warranty manual for exact manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-
information. Replacement Parts Limited mation is in a separate booklet.
Warranty − covers all Honda
Original Equipment Battery Limited replacement parts against defects in Canadian Owners
Warranty − this warranty gives up materials and workmanship. Please refer to the 2005 Warranty
to 100 percent credit toward a Manual that came with your vehicle.
replacement battery.
213
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
If you believe that your vehicle has a If NHTSA receives similar com- To contact NHTSA, you may either
defect which could cause a crash or plaints, it may open an investigation, call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free
could cause injury or death, you and if it finds that a safety defect at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in
should immediately inform the exists in a group of vehicles, it may Washington D.C. area) or write to:
National Highway Traffic Safety order a recall and remedy campaign. NHTSA, U.S. Department of
Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington,
to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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216
Main Menu
Index
A Anti-theft, Audio System............... 106 Beverage Holder .............................. 83

Anti-theft Steering Column Booster Seats ................................... 42
Accessories..................................... 119 Lock ............................................... 72 Brakes
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Audio System ................................... 93 Anti-lock System (ABS) ............ 139
Position) ........................................ 72 Auto Idle Stop......................... 129, 135 Break-in, New Linings .............. 112
Accessory Power Socket ................ 83 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .... 19 Bulb Replacement ..................... 161
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 151 Automatic Speed Control.............. 108 Fluid ............................................ 158
Airbag (SRS) ................................ 9, 21 Automatic Transmission (CVT) .. 131 Parking .......................................... 81
Airbags, Additional Information .... 21 Capacity, Fluid ........................... 202 System Indicator .................. 54, 191
Additional Safety Precautions .... 26 Checking Fluid Level ................ 156 Wear Indicators ......................... 138
Airbag Service .............................. 26 Shifting ........................................ 132 Braking System.............................. 138
How the Side Airbag Off Shift Lever Position Break-in, New Vehicle .................. 112
Indicator Works ....................... 26 Indicators ................................ 131 Brightness Control, Instruments ... 67
How the SRS Indicator Works ... 25 Shift Lever Positions ................. 131 Brights, Headlights ......................... 66
How Your Front Airbags Shift Lock Release ..................... 134 Bulb Replacement
Work.......................................... 22 Back-up Lights ........................... 162
How Your Side Airbags Work.... 24 B Brake Lights............................... 161
SRS Components ......................... 21 Front Parking Lights ................. 160
Air Conditioning System ................. 86 Battery Front Side Marker Lights......... 160
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ 168 Charging System Headlights .................................. 159
High Speed Driving ................... 169 Indicator............................ 54, 189 High-mount Brake Light .......... 163
Normal Driving .......................... 169 Jump Starting ............................. 184 Rear Side Marker Lights .......... 161
Antifreeze ....................................... 153 Maintenance ............................... 173 Specifications ............................. 203
INDEX
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Specifications ............................. 203
Indicator ................................ 54, 139 Before Driving ............................... 111
Operation .................................... 139 Belts, Seat ..................................... 8, 18 CONTINUED
I
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Index
Bulb Replacement Checklist, Before Driving ............. 126 Crankcase Emissions Control
Turn Signal Lights ..................... 160 Child Safety ...................................... 27 System......................................... 207
Bulbs, Halogen ............................... 159 Booster Seats ............................... 42 Cruise Control Indicator ................. 56
Child Seats .................................... 34 Cruise Control Operation ............. 108
C Important Safety Reminders ...... 27 Cup (Beverage) Holder .................. 83
Infants ........................................... 32 Customer Relations Office ........... 212
Capacities Chart............................. 202 Large Children ............................. 41
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 45 LATCH.......................................... 36 D
Carrying Cargo .............................. 121 Lower Anchors ............................ 36
Cassette Player Risks with Airbags....................... 28 DANGER, Explanation of ................. ii
Care ............................................. 105 Small Children.............................. 33 Dashboard .................................... 3, 50
Operation .................................... 103 Tethers.......................................... 40 Daytime Running Lights................. 66
CAUTION, Explanation of ............... ii Where Should a Child Sit? .......... 28 Daytime Running Lights
CD Care .......................................... 100 Childproof Door Locks ................... 73 Indicator ........................................ 57
CD Changer...................................... 99 Clock, Setting the .......................... 107 Dead Battery .................................. 184
CD Changer Error Messages ...... 102 Clutch Fluid .................................... 158 Defects, Reporting Safety............. 214
CD Player Error Messages .......... 101 CO in the Exhaust ......................... 207 Defog and Defrost ........................... 90
CD Player.......................................... 98 Cold Weather, Starting in ............. 127 Defogger, Rear Window ................. 68
Ceiling Light ..................................... 84 Compact Spare ............................... 176 Defrosting the Windows ................. 90
Certification Label ......................... 200 Consumer Information＊................ 212 Dimensions ..................................... 202
Chains ............................................. 172 Controls, Instruments and .............. 49 Dimming the Headlights ................ 66
Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 177 Coolant Dipstick
Changing Oil Adding ......................................... 153 Automatic Transmission........... 156
How to ......................................... 151 Checking ..................................... 116 Engine Oil ................................... 116
When to....................................... 145 Proper Solution .......................... 153 Directional Signals ........................... 66
Charging System Indicator .... 54, 189 Temperature Gauge .................... 63 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ......... 138
II
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Index
Disposal of Used Oil ...................... 153 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .... 190 F
Doors Overheated Engine ................... 186
Locking and Unlocking ............... 73 Emergency Brake ............................ 81 Fan, Interior...................................... 88
Power Door Locks ....................... 73 Emergency Flashers ....................... 67 Features, .......................................... 85
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........... 204 Emergency Towing ....................... 197 Filling the Fuel Tank ..................... 113
Downshifting, Manual Emergency Trunk Opener ............. 74 Filters
Transmission .............................. 128 Emissions Controls........................ 207 Dust and Pollen .......................... 165
Driver and Passenger Safety ............ 5 Emissions Testing, State .............. 210 Oil ................................................ 151
Driving ............................................ 127 Engine Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 67
Economy ..................................... 117 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 63 Flat Tire, Changing a .................... 177
Dust and Pollen Filter ................... 165 Engine Speed Limiter ....... 128, 133 Fluids
If It Won’t Start .......................... 182 Automatic Transmission........... 156
E Malfunction Indicator Brake ........................................... 158
Lamp ................................. 54, 190 Clutch .......................................... 158
Economy, Fuel ............................... 117 Oil Pressure Indicator ......... 54, 188 Manual Transmission ............... 157
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....... 55 Oil, What Kind to Use ............... 150 Windshield Washer ................... 155
Emergencies................................... 175 Overheating................................ 186 FM Stereo Radio
Jump Starting ............................. 184 Specifications ............................. 202 Reception ...................................... 96
Towing ........................................ 197 Starting........................................ 127 Four-way Flashers ........................... 67
Hazard Warning Button.............. 67 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 207 Front Airbags ............................... 9, 21
Battery, Jump Starting .............. 184 Exhaust Fumes ................................ 45 Front Seat ......................................... 77
Brake System Indicator ............ 191 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Adjusting ....................................... 77
Changing a Flat Tire ................. 177
INDEX
Belts by ......................................... 16 Airbags ...................................... 9, 21
Charging System Indicator ...... 189
Checking the Fuses................... 192
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...... 188 CONTINUED
III
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Index
Fuel .................................................. 112 H Timing Control System ............. 208

Fill Door and Cap....................... 113 IMA .................................................... 55
Gauge ............................................ 61 Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 159 Important Safety Precautions .......... 6
Octane Requirement ................. 112 Hazard Warning Flashers............... 67 Indicators .......................................... 53
Low Fuel Indicator ...................... 56 Headlights Auto Idle Stop .................... 130, 136
Tank, Filling the......................... 113 Aiming ......................................... 159 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake)............... 54
Fuses, Checking the ...................... 192 Daytime Running Lights............. 66 Brake (Parking and Brake
High Beam Indicator ................... 56 System) ............................. 54, 191
G Reminder Beeper ......................... 66 Charging System ................. 54, 189
Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 159 Cruise Control .............................. 56
Gas Mileage, Improving................ 117 Turning on .................................... 66 DRL (Daytime Running
Gasoline .......................................... 112 Head Restraints ............................... 78 Lights)....................................... 57
Low Fuel Indicator ...................... 56 Heating and Cooling ........................ 86 Electric Power Steering (EPS) .. 55
Gauge ............................................ 61 High Altitude, Starting at .............. 127 High Beam.................................... 56
Octane Requirement ................. 112 High-Low Beam Switch .................. 66 IMA ................................................ 55
Refueling..................................... 113 High-mount Brake Light............... 163 Key (Immobilizer System) ......... 55
Gas Station Procedures................. 113 Hood, Opening the ........................ 115 Low Fuel ....................................... 56
Gauges Horn................................................... 64 Low Oil Pressure ................. 54, 188
Engine Coolant Temperature .... 63 Hydraulic Clutch ............................ 158 Maintenance Required................ 58
Fuel ................................................ 61 Seat Belt ........................................ 53
Gearshift Lever Positions I Side Airbag Off ............................ 53
Automatic Transmission........... 131 SRS ................................................ 53
Manual Transmission ............... 128 Identification Number, Vehicle.... 200 Turn Signal and Hazard
Glove Box ......................................... 83 Ignition Warning .................................... 56
Keys............................................... 70 Washer Level ............................... 56
Switch ............................................ 72
IV
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Index
Indicators, Instrument Panel .......... 52 L M

Infant Restraint ................................ 32
Infant Seats Label, Certification ........................ 200 Maintenance ................................... 141
LATCH Anchorage System ....... 36 Lane Change, Signaling .................. 66 Owner’s Maintenance
Lower Anchors ............................ 36 Lap/Shoulder Belts ................... 14, 18 Checks .................................... 144
Tether Anchors............................ 40 LATCH Anchorage System............ 36 Record .................................. 147-148
Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 168 Lights Required Indicator ....................... 58
High Speed Driving ................... 169 Bulb Replacement ..................... 159 Safety........................................... 142
Normal Driving .......................... 169 Indicator ........................................ 51 Schedule .............................. 143-146
Inside Mirror .................................... 80 Parking .......................................... 66 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 54, 190
Inspection, Tire .............................. 170 Turn Signal ................................... 66 Manual Transmission.................... 128
Instrument Panel ............................. 52 Load Limits..................................... 122 Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 157
Instrument Panel Indicators ........... 53 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ....... 72 Meters, Gauges...........................51, 59
Instrument Panel Brightness ......... 67 Locks Mirrors, Adjusting ........................... 80
Interior Lights .................................. 84 Anti-theft Steering Column ........ 72 Modifying Your Vehicle................ 120
Introduction ......................................... i Fuel Fill Door ............................. 113
Power Door .................................. 73 N
J Trunk ............................................ 74
Low Coolant Level ......................... 116 Neutral Gear Position.................... 133
Jacking up the Vehicle .................. 178 Low Fuel Indicator .......................... 56 New Vehicle Break-in ................... 112
Jack, Tire ........................................ 178 Lower Anchors................................. 36 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 130
Jump Starting ................................. 184 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 128 NOTICE, Explanation of .................... i
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .... 54, 188
INDEX
Numbers, Identification ................ 200
K Lubricant Specifications Chart .... 202
Luggage .......................................... 121
Keys ................................................... 70 CONTINUED
V
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Index
O Parking Brake and Brake Readiness Codes .................... 190, 210

System Indicator .................. 54, 191 Rear Lights, Bulb
Octance Requirement, Gasoline ...112 Parking Lights.................................. 66 Replacement ....................... 161, 162
Odometer .......................................... 60 Parking Over Things that Burn ... 137 Rear View Mirror ............................. 80
Odometer,Trip ................................. 60 PGM-FI System.............................. 208 Rear Window Defogger .................. 68
Oil Playing the Radio ............................. 93 Reclining the Seat-backs ................. 77
Change, How to ......................... 151 Playing a CD ..................................... 98 Recommended Shift Points .......... 130
Change, When to ....................... 145 Power Door Locks ........................... 73 Refueling......................................... 113
Checking Engine ....................... 116 Power Socket Location ................... 82 Reminder Indicators ........................ 51
Pressure Indicator ............... 54, 188 Power Windows ............................... 79 Remote Transmitter ........................ 75
Selecting Proper Viscosity Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .......... 16 Replacement Information
Chart ....................................... 150 Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11 Dust and Pollen Filter ............... 165
ON (Ignition Key Position) ............ 72 Additional Safety Precautions .... 17 Engine Oil and Filter ................. 151
Onboard Refueling Vapor Advice for Pregnant Women...... 16 Floor Mats .................................. 165
Recovery ..................................... 207 Protecting Children ......................... 27 Fuses ........................................... 192
Outside Mirrors ............................... 80 General Guidelines ...................... 27 Light Bulbs ................................. 159
Overheating, Engine ..................... 186 Protecting Infants ............................ 32 Schedule ..................................... 143
Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..... 144 Protecting Small Children .............. 33 Seat Belts .................................... 164
Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 34 Tires ............................................ 167
P Installing a Child Seat ..................... 35 Wiper Blades .............................. 166
Protecting Larger Children ............ 41 Replacing Seat Belts After a
Panel Brightness Control ............... 67 Crash ............................................. 20
Park Gear Position......................... 132 R Reserve Tank, Engine
Parking ............................................ 137 Coolant ................................ 116, 153
Parking Brake .................................. 81 Radiator Overheating .................... 186 Restraint, Child ................................ 27
Radio/CD/Sound System............... 93 Reverse Gear Position................... 133
VI
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Index
Rotation, Tire ................................. 171 Service Manual＊ ............................ 215 How Your Front Airbags
Service Station Procedures .......... 113 Work.......................................... 22
S Setting the Clock ........................... 107 How Your Side Airbags Work.... 24
Shift Lever Position Indicators .... 131 SRS Components ......................... 21
Safety Belts................................... 8, 18 Shift Lock Release ......................... 134 SRS Indicator.............................. 25, 53
Safety Defects, Reporting＊ .......... 214 Side Airbags ................................. 9, 24 START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 72
Safety Features .................................. 7 Off Indicator ........................... 26, 53 State Emissions Testing ............... 210
Airbags ............................................ 9 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Starting the Engine........................ 127
Seat Belts ........................................ 8 Replacement ............................... 161 In Cold Weather at High
Safety Labels, Location of .............. 46 Signaling Turns ................................ 66 Altitude ................................... 127
Safety Messages ................................ ii Snow Tires ...................................... 172 With a Dead Battery ................. 184
Seat Belts ...................................... 8, 18 Sound System ................................... 93 Steam Coming from Engine ......... 186
Additional Information ................ 18 Spare Tire Steering Wheel
Automatic Seat Belt Inflating ....................................... 168 Adjustment ................................... 69
Tensioners ................................ 19 Specifications ............................. 203 Anti-theft Column Lock .............. 72
Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 14, 18 Specifications ................................. 202 Stereo Sound System ...................... 93
Maintenance......................... 20, 164 Speed Control ................................. 108 Storing Your Vehicle ..................... 174
Reminder Indicator and Spotlights .......................................... 84 Supplemental Restraint
Beeper ................................. 18, 53 SRS, Additional Information........... 21 System................................... 9, 21
System Components.................... 18 Additional Safety Precautions .... 26 Servicing ....................................... 26
Use During Pregnancy................ 16 Airbag Service .............................. 26 SRS Indicator.......................... 25, 53
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder How the Side Airbag Off System Components.................... 21
Belt ...................................... 14, 18 Indicator Works ....................... 26
INDEX
Synthetic Oil ................................... 151
Seats, Adjusting the ......................... 77 How the SRS Indicator
Serial Number ................................ 200 Works ........................................ 25
Service Intervals ..................... 145-146 CONTINUED
VII
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Index
T DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 204 Opening......................................... 74

Inflation ....................................... 168 Open Monitor Light .................... 56
Taillights, Changing Inspection ................................... 170 Turn Signals ..................................... 66
Bulbs ........................................... 161 Maintenance ............................... 170
Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 175 Replacing .................................... 171 U
Tape Player..................................... 103 Rotating....................................... 171
Technical Descriptions Snow ............................................ 172 Unexpected, Taking Care
DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 204 Specifications ............................. 203 of the ........................................... 175
Emissions Control Systems ...... 207 Tire Chains ................................. 172 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..... 204
State Emissions Testing ........... 210 Tools, Tire Changing .................... 177 Unleaded Gasoline......................... 112
Three Way Catalytic Towing Used Oil, How to Dispose of ........ 153
Converter ................................ 209 A Trailer ...................................... 140
Tire Labeling .................................. 206 Emergency Towing ................... 197 V
Temperature Gauge ........................ 63 Traction Devices ............................ 172
Tether Anchorage Points ............... 40 Transmission Vanity Mirror ................................... 82
Theft Protection............................. 106 Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Capacity Load .................. 122
Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 209 Automatic ............................... 156 Vehicle Dimensions....................... 202
Tilt the Steering Wheel................... 69 Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Identification Number..... 200
Time, Setting the ........................... 107 Manual .................................... 157 Vehicle Storage .............................. 174
Tire Chains ..................................... 172 Fluid Selection ................... 156, 157 Ventilation......................................... 89
Tire, How to Change a Flat .......... 177 Identification Number ............... 201 VIN .................................................. 200
Tire Information ............................ 204 Shifting the Automatic .............. 131 Viscosity, Oil................................... 150
Tires ................................................ 167 Shifting the Manual ................... 128
Air Pressure ............................... 168 Treadwear ...................................... 204
Checking Wear .......................... 170 Trip Meter ........................................ 60
Compact Spare ........................... 176 Trunk................................................. 74
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Index
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W : U.S. only
WARNING, Explanation of .............
Warning Labels, Location of ...........46
Warranty Coverrages＊ ...................213
Washer, Windshield
Checking the Fluid Level ......... 155
Indicator ........................................ 56
Operation ...................................... 65
Wheels
Adjusting the Steering ................ 69
Alignment and Balance ............. 170
Compact Spare ........................... 176
Wrench ....................................... 178
Windows
Operating the Power ................... 79
Rear, Defogger ............................ 68
Windshield
Cleaning ........................................ 65
Defroster ...................................... 90
Washers ........................................ 65
Wipers, Windshield
INDEX
Changing Blades ........................ 166
Operation ...................................... 65
Worn Tires ..................................... 170
Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...... 197
IX
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Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Fluid:

Unleaded gasoline, pump octane (CVT): Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
number of 86 or higher. Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
Transmission Fluid) only DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
Fuel Tank Capacity: replacement (see page 158 ).
ULEV Capacity:
13.2 US gal (50 ) 3.4 US qt (3.2 ) Tire Pressure (measured cold):
AT-PZEV Front/Rear:
11.9 US gal (45 ) Manual Transmission Fluid: 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )
Honda Manual Transmission
Recommended Engine Oil: Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 Spare Tire:
API Premium grade 0W-20 or 10W-40 motor oil as a 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
detergent oil (see page 150 ). temporary replacement (see page
157 ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter): Capacity (including differential):
3.4 US qt (3.2 ) 1.6 US qt (1.5 )

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A Few Words About Safety

Your Vehicle at a Glance

INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51, 52) AIRBAGS

Your Vehicle at a Glance

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE

Your Vehicle at a Glance

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

MIRROR CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

Driver and Passenger Safety

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Your vehicle is equipped with many

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts

Help protect you in almost every

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Help keep you from being thrown Airbags

Driver and Passenger Safety

Help keep you in a good position

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Airbags can pose hazards. To do

Protecting Adults and Teens

Driver and Passenger Safety

If you sit too close to the steering

Protecting Adults and Teens

The National Highway Traffic Safety 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs

Passengers with adjustable seat-

Protecting Adults and Teens

4.Adjust the Head Restraints

Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head

Driver and Passenger Safety

Reclining a seat-back so that the

Protecting Adults and Teens

Improperly positioning the seat

Protecting Adults and Teens

Never place the shoulder portion of a 6.Maintain a Proper Sitting

Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Adults and Teens

This will reduce the risk of injuries

Protecting Adults and Teens

Driver and Passenger Safety

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Driver and Passenger Safety

The tensioners can also be activated

When the tensioners are activated,

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Seat Belt Maintenance If a seat belt is worn during a crash,

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Driver and Passenger Safety

Sensors that can detect a In models with side airbags, an

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Although both airbags normally

This can happen if the severity of a

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Driver and Passenger Safety

Additional Information About Your Airbags

The side airbag may also shut off if a