2004 Honda Civic Coupe Owners Manual (EX, HX, LX) PDF

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Contents
Owner's Identification Form

Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................. ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance..................................................................................................................... 2
Driver and Passenger Safety .............................................................................................................. 5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 51
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................ 89
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 113
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 125
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 141
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 181
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 205
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) ........................................................ 217
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 221
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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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.
This Owner’s Manual covers all models of

ADDRESS the Civic Coupe. You may find descriptions
STREET of equipment and features that are not on
your particular model.
The information and specifications included

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time
POSTAL CODE of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,
V. I. N. Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and
DELIVERY DATE without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
(Date sold to original retail purchaser)
DEALER NAME DEALER NO. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN

AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez
besoin d’un Manuel du Conducteur
ADDRESS en français, veuillez demander à
STREET votre concessionnaire de
commander le numéro de pièce
33S5PC30
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
DEALER’S SIGNATURE
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Introduction
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2004 Honda Civic was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will
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 Honda 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 Honda, 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.
Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual

helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.
When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda
dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to
your Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be
pleased to answer any questions and concerns.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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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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Your Vehicle at a Glance
DASH LIGHTS (P. 53) AIRBAGS

GAUGES (P. 60) (P. 10, 22)
POWER
DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(P. 72)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 81)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE

(P. 115) HOOD RELEASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS
TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P. 130) (P. 90)
(P. 72) (P. 116) MANUAL TRANSMISSION
(P. 128)
A/T model is shown.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P. 65) (P. 67)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 64)
MOONROOF
(P. 82) AUDIO SYSTEM
(P. 94)
DIGITAL CLOCK
(P. 108)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
(P. 110) REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
(P. 67)
MIRROR CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

(P. 83) (P. 68) (P. 110)
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Driver and Passenger Safety
This section gives you important 7. Maintain a Proper Sitting All Children Should Sit in the
information about how to protect Position ................................. 16 Back Seat .................................. 30
yourself and your passengers. It Advice for Pregnant Women...... 17 The Passenger’s Front Airbag
shows you how to use seat belts Additional Safety Precautions .... 18 Can Pose Serious Risks .......... 30
properly. It explains how your Additional Information About Your If You Must Drive with Several
airbags work. And it tells you how to Seat Belts .................................. 19 Children .................................... 32
properly restrain infants and Seat Belt System Components ... 19 If a Child Requires Close
children in your vehicle. Lap/Shoulder Belt ....................... 19 Attention ................................... 32
Automatic Seat Belt Additional Safety Precautions .... 33
Tensioners ................................ 20 Protecting Infants ........................ 34
Seat Belt Maintenance ................ 21 Protecting Small Children .......... 35
Additional Information About Selecting a Child Seat ...................... 36
Your Airbags ............................ 22 Installing a Child Seat ..................... 37
Airbag System Components ....... 22 Installing a Child Seat Using
Important Safety Precautions .......... 6 How Your Front Airbags LATCH...................................... 38
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features........ 7 Work.......................................... 22 Installing a Child Seat with a
Seat Belts ........................................ 8 How Your Side Airbags Work.... 25 Lap/shoulder Belt ................... 40
Airbags .......................................... 10 How the SRS Indicator Works ... 26 Installing a Child Seat with a
Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11 How the side Airbag Off Tether ....................................... 42
1. Close and Lock the Doors ...... 11 Indicator Works ....................... 27 Protecting Larger Children ............ 43
2. Adjust the Front Seats ............ 11 Airbag Service .............................. 28 Checking Seat Belt Fit ................ 44
3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ............. 13 Additional Safety Precautions .... 28 Using a Booster Seat ................... 44
4. Adjust the Head Restraints .... 14 Protecting Children − General Additional Safety Precautions .... 46
5. Fasten and Position the Lap/ Guidelines ................................. 29 Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 47
Shoulder Seat Belts ............. 14 All Children Must Be Safety Labels .................................... 48
6. Adjust the Steering Wheel ..... 16 Restrained ................................ 29
Driver and Passenger Safety 5

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Important Safety Precautions
You’ll find many safety can use the belt properly without a Control Your Speed
recommendations throughout this booster (see page 29 ). Excessive speed is a major factor in
section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
The recommendations on this page Be Aware of Airbag Hazards the higher the speed, the greater the
are the ones we consider to be the While airbags can save lives, they risk, but serious injuries can also
most important. can cause serious or fatal injuries to occur at lower speeds. Never drive
occupants who sit too close to them, faster than is safe for current
Always Wear Your Seat Belt or are not properly restrained. conditions, regardless of the
A seat belt is your best protection in Infants, young children, and short maximum speed posted.
all types of collisions. Airbags adults are at the greatest risk. Be
supplement seat belts, but airbags sure to follow all instructions and Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
are designed to inflate only in a warnings in this manual. Condition
moderate to severe frontal collision. Having a tire blowout or a
So even though your vehicle is Don’t Drink and Drive mechanical failure can be extremely
equipped with airbags, make sure Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even hazardous. To reduce the possibility
you and your passengers always one drink can reduce your ability to of such problems, check your tire
wear your seat belts, and wear them respond to changing conditions, and pressures and condition frequently,
properly (see page 14). your reaction time gets worse with and perform all regularly scheduled
every additional drink. So don’t drink maintenance (see page 145 ).
Restrain All Children and drive, and don’t let your friends
Children age 12 and under should drink and drive, either.
ride properly restrained in a back
seat. Infants and small children
should be restrained in a child seat.
Larger children should use a booster
and a lap/shoulder belt until they
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Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Your vehicle is equipped with many

(1) (3) (4) (6) features that work together to
(10) protect you and your passengers
during a crash.
(8)
(7) Some safety features do not require
any action on your part. These
(5) include a strong steel framework
that forms a safety cage around the
passenger compartment; front and
(2) rear crush zones, a collapsible
steering column, and seat belt
tensioners that tighten the front seat
(9) belts in the event of a crash.
(7)
(11)
(1) Safety Cage
(2) (2) Crush Zone
(3) Seats and Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints
(5) Collapsible Steering Column
(6) Seat Belts
(7) Front Airbags
(8) Side Airbags (Optional)
(9) Seat Belt Tensioners
(10) Door Locks
(11) Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners
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However, you and your passengers Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts
can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat Seat belts are the single most
safety features unless you remain belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and
sitting in a proper position and larger children (Infants and smaller
always wear your seat belts properly. Your seat belt system also children must be properly restrained
In fact, some safety features can includes an indicator on the in child seats).
contribute to injuries if they are not instrument panel to remind you and
used properly. your passengers to fasten your seat Not wearing a seat belt properly
belts. increases the chance of serious
The following pages explain how you injury or death in a crash, even
can take an active role in protecting though your vehicle has airbags.
yourself and your passengers.
In addition, most states and all
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts.

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Help keep you from being thrown Of course, seat belts cannot
against the inside of the vehicle completely protect you in every
Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants. crash. But in most cases, seat belts
increases the chance of serious can reduce your risk of serious
injury or death in a crash, even Keep you from being thrown out injury.
if you have airbags. of the vehicle.
What You Should Do:
Be sure you and your Help keep you in a good position Always wear your seat belt, and
passengers always wear seat should the airbags ever deploy. A make sure you wear it properly.
belts and wear them properly. good position reduces the risk of
injury from an inflating airbag, and
allows you to get the best
When properly worn, seat belts: advantage from the airbag.
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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Airbags The most important things you need

to know about your airbags are:
Airbags do not replace seat belts.

They are designed to supplement
the seat belts.
Airbags offer no protection in rear
impacts, or minor frontal or side
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
Your vehicle has a Supplemental Only on models equipped with side serious or even fatal injuries if
Restraint System (SRS) with front airbags occupants are not properly
airbags to help protect the heads and Your vehicle also has side airbags to restrained or sitting properly.
chests of the driver and a front seat help protect the upper torso of the
passenger during a moderate to driver or a front seat passenger What you should do: Always wear
severe frontal collision (see page during a moderate to severe side your seat belt properly, and sit
22 for more information on how impact (see page e 25 for more upright, and as far back as possible
your front airbags work). information on how your side airbags from the steering wheel while
work). allowing full control of the vehicle. A
front passenger should move their
seat as far back from the dashboard
as possible.

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Protecting Adults and Teens
The rest of this section gives more 1.Close and Lock the Doors 2.Adjust the Front Seats
detailed information about how you After everyone has entered the
can maximize your safety. vehicle, be sure the doors are closed
and locked.
Remember however, that no safety
system can prevent all injures or Locking the doors reduces the
deaths that can occur in severe chance of someone being thrown out
crashes, even where seat belts are of the vehicle during a crash and it
properly worn and the airbags deploy. helps prevent passengers from
accidentally opening and falling out.
The following pages provide
instructions on how to properly Locking the doors also helps prevent
protect the driver, adult passengers an outsider from unexpectedly
and teenage children who are large opening a door when you come to a
enough and mature enough to ride in stop. Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the
the front seat. rear as possible while allowing you to
See page 72 for how to lock the maintain full control of the vehicle.
See page 30 for important guidelines doors. Have a front passenger adjust their
on how to properly protect infants, seat as far to the rear as possible.
small children, and larger children
who ride in your vehicle. 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 Once your seat is adjusted correctly,
Administration and Transport rock it back and forth to make sure it
Canada recommend that drivers Sitting too close to a front is locked into position. See page
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious 76 for how to adjust the front seats.
between the center of the steering injury or death if the front
wheel and the chest. airbags inflate. A front passenger should also adjust
the seat-back to an upright position,
If you cannot get far enough away Always sit as far back from the but as far from the dashboard as
from the steering wheel and still front airbags as possible. possible. A passenger who sits too
reach the controls, we recommend close to the dashboard could be
that you investigate whether some injured if the front airbag inflates.
type of adaptive equipment may help.

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3.Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the

shoulder part of the belt no longer
rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far
reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or
the belt. It also increases the chance death in a crash.
of sliding under the belt in a crash
and being seriously injured. The Adjust the seat-back to an
farther a seat-back is reclined, the upright position, and sit well
greater the risk of injury. back in the seat.
See page 76 for how to adjust seat-

backs.
Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a

comfortable, upright position,
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 5.Fasten and Position the Lap/

Shoulder Seat Belts
Improperly positioning head Insert the latch plate into the buckle,
restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the
effectiveness and you can be belt is securely latched. Also check
seriously injured in a crash. that the belt is not twisted, because a
twisted belt can cause serious
Make sure head restraints are injuries in a crash.
in place and positioned properly
before driving. Position the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across your hips,
then pull up on the shoulder part of
Properly adjusted head restraints the belt so the lap part fits snugly.
will help protect occupants from This lets your strong pelvic bones
Adjust the driver’s head restraint so whiplash and other crash injuries. take the force of a crash and reduces
the back of your head rests against the chance of internal injuries.
the center of the restraint. See page 78 for how to adjust the
head restraints.
Have passengers with adjustable
restraints adjust their restraints
properly as well. Taller persons
should adjust their restraint as high
as possible.

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If the seat belt touches or crosses If a seat belt does not seem to work
your neck, or if it crosses your arm as it should, it may not protect the
instead of your shoulder, you need to occupant in a crash.
adjust the seat belt anchor height.
No one should sit in a seat with an
Never place the shoulder portion of a inoperative seat belt. Using a seat
lap/shoulder belt under your arm or belt that is not working properly can
behind your back. This could cause result in serious injury or death.
very serious injuries in a crash. Have your Honda dealer check the
belt as soon as possible.
See page 19 for additional

Improperly positioning the seat information about your seat belts
If necessary, pull up on the belt again belts can cause serious injury and how to take care of them.
to remove any slack, then check that or death in a crash.
the belt rests across the center of
your chest and over your shoulder. Make sure all seat belts are
This spreads the forces of a crash properly positioned before
over the strongest bones in your driving.
upper body.
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Pull up on the shoulder belt to 6.Adjust the Steering Wheel 7.Maintain a Proper Sitting
remove any slack, then check that Position
the belt rests across the center of After all occupants have adjusted
your chest and over your shoulder. their seats and put on seat belts, it is
This spreads the forces of a crash very important that they continue to
over the strongest bones in your sit upright, well back in their seats,
upper body. with their feet on the floor, until the
vehicle is parked and the engine is
Never place the shoulder portion of a off.
lap/shoulder belt under your arm or
behind your back. This could cause Sitting improperly can increase the
very serious injuries in a crash. chance of injury during a crash. For
example, if an occupant slouches,
lies down, turns sideways, sits
Adjust the steering wheel, if needed, forward, leans forward or sideways,
so that the wheel points toward your or puts one or both feet up, the
chest, not toward your face. This chance of injury during a crash is
provides optimal protection from the greatly increased.
front airbag.
See page 68 for how to adjust the

steering wheel.

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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. Being struck as far back as possible.
by an inflating side airbag can
possibly result in serious injuries. This will reduce the risk of injuries
to both you and your unborn child
that can be caused by a crash or an
inflating front airbag.
Sitting improperly or out of
position can result in serious Each time you have a check-up, ask
injury or death. your doctor if it’s okay for you to
If you are pregnant, the best way to drive.
Always sit upright, well back in protect yourself and your unborn
the seat, with your feet on the child when driving or riding in a car
floor. 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 On models with side airbags, do
Two people should never use the between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near
same seat belt. If they do, they airbag. Carrying hard or sharp a door. If a side airbag inflates, a
could be very seriously injured in a objects on your lap, or driving with cup holder or other hard object
crash. a pipe or other sharp objects in attached on or near the door could
your mouth, can result in injuries be propelled inside the vehicle and
Do not put any accessories on seat if your front airbag inflates. hurt someone.
belts. Devices intended to improve
occupant comfort or reposition the Keep your hands and arms away
shoulder part of a seat belt can from the airbag covers. If your
severely compromise the hands or arms are close to an
protective capability of the seat airbag cover, they could be injured
belt and increase the chance of if the front airbag inflates.
serious injury in a crash.
Do not attach or place objects on
the front airbag covers. Objects on
the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’
could interfere with the proper
operation of the airbags. Or, if the
airbags inflate, the objects could
be propelled inside the vehicle and
hurt someone if the airbags inflate.

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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 and your passengers to the driver’s have an additional
fasten your seat belts. To unlock the belt, push the red locking mechanism that must be
PRESS button on the buckle. Guide activated to secure a child seat (see
If you turn the ignition switch to ON the belt across your body so that it page 40 ).
(II) before fastening your belt, the retracts completely. After exiting the
beeper sounds and the indicator vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the If the shoulder part of the belt is
flashes. If you do not fasten your way and will not get closed in the pulled all the way out, the locking
seat belt before the beeper stops, the door. mechanism will activate. The belt
indicator stops flashing but remains will retract, but it will not allow the
on. passenger to move freely.
If you continue driving without

fastening your seat belt, the beeper
sounds and the indicator flashes
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.
However, the tensioners can be

activated during a collision where
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 the 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 The dealer should also inspect the do not work properly when
that the latches work smoothly and anchors for damage and replace needed.
the belts retract easily. Any belt not them if needed. If the automatic seat
in good condition or not working belt tensioners activate during a Check your seat belts regularly
properly will not provide good crash, they must be replaced. and have any problem
protection and should be replaced as corrected as soon as possible.
soon as possible. For information on how to clean your
seat belts, see page 169 .
Honda provides a lifetime warranty
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 A sophisticated electronic system How Your Front Airbags Work
Your airbag system includes: that continually monitors and
records information about the
Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint sensors, the control unit, the
System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag activators, and driver and
airbag is stored in the center of front passenger seat belt use when
the steering wheel; the front the ignition is in the ON (II)
passenger’s airbag is stored in the position.
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG.’’ An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
On models equipped with side airbags, problem with your airbags (see
one for the driver and one for a page 26 ).
front passenger. The airbags are
stored in the outer edges of the On models equipped with side airbags, If you ever have a moderate to
seat-backs. Both are marked an indicator on the dashboard that severe frontal collision, sensors will
‘‘SIDE AIRBAG’’ (see page 25 ). alerts you that the passenger’s detect the vehicle’s rapid
side airbag has been turned off deceleration. If the rate of
Automatic front seat belt (see page 27 ). deceleration is high enough, the
tensioners (see page 20 ). control unit will instantly inflate the
Emergency backup power in case driver’s and front passenger’s front
Sensors that can detect a your vehicle’s electrical system is airbags, at the time and with the
moderate to severe frontal impact disconnected in a crash. force needed.
or side impact in models equipped
with side airbags.

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During a frontal crash, your seat belt After inflating, the front airbags
restrains your lower body and torso, immediately deflate, so they won’t
and the airbag helps protect your interfere with the driver’s visibility,
head and chest. or the ability to steer or operate
other controls.
Although both airbags normally
inflate within split second of each The total time for inflation and
other, it is possible for only one deflation is one-tenth of a second, so
airbag to deploy. fast that most occupants are not
aware that the airbags deployed until
This can happen if the severity of a they see them lying in their laps.
collision is at the margin, or
threshold, that determines whether
or not the airbags will deploy. In
such cases, the seat belt will provide After a crash, you may see what
sufficient protection, and the looks like smoke. This is actually
supplemental protection offered by powder from the airbag’s surface.
the airbag would be minimal. Although the powder is not harmful,
people with respiratory problems
may experience some temporary
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
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Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags

Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual-
airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this
inflation stages that can be ignited feature have two deployment
sequentially or simultaneously, thresholds that depend on whether
depending on crash severity. or not the occupant is wearing a seat
belt.
In a more severe crash, both stages
will ignite simultaneously to provide If the occupant’s belt is not latched,
the quickest and greatest protection. the airbag will deploy at the same
threshold, because the occupant
In a less severe crash, one stage will would need extra protection.
ignite first, then the second stage
will ignite a split second later. This If the occupant’s belt is latched, the
provides longer airbag inflation time airbag will inflate at a slightly higher
with a little less force. 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 A front seat passenger should not
(On models equipped) side impact. If the impact is on the use a cushion or other object as a
passenger’s side, the passenger’s backrest. It may prevent the cutoff
side airbag will deploy even if there system from working properly.
is no passenger.
To get the best protection from the

side airbags, front seat occupants
should wear their seat belts and sit
upright and well back in their seats.
The passenger’s side airbag has a

cutoff system designed to turn off
the passenger’s front airbag if a
child’s head is in the airbag’s
If you ever have a moderate to deployment path (see page 27 ).
severe side impact, the sensors will
detect rapid deceleration and signal If the side airbag off indicator comes
the control unit to instantly inflate on, have the passenger sit upright.
either the driver’s or the passenger’s Once the passenger is out of the
side airbag. deployment path of the side airbag,
the system will turn the airbag back
on and the indicator will go out.

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How the SRS Indicator Works If the indicator comes on at any

The SRS indicator alerts other time, or does not come on at all,
you to a potential problem you should have the system checked Ignoring the SRS indicator can
with your front airbags, side airbags, by your dealer. For example: result in serious injury or death
or front seat belt tensioners. if the airbag systems or
If the SRS indicator does not come tensioners do not work properly.
When you turn the ignition to ON on after you turn the ignition
(II), this indicator will come on switch to ON (II). Have your vehicle checked by a
briefly then go out. This tells you dealer as soon as possible if
that the system is working properly. If the indicator stays on after the the SRS indicator alerts you to
engine starts. a possible problem.
If the indicator comes on or

flashes on and off while you drive.
If you see any of these indications,

the airbags and seat belt tensioners
may not work properly when you
need them.

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How the Side Airbag Off If a short adult leans sideways, or a

Indicator Works larger adult slouches and leans
(On models equipped) sideways into the side airbag
This indicator alerts you deployment path, the system may
that the passenger’s side also shut off the side airbag.
airbag has been automatically shut
off. It does not mean there is a When you turn the ignition switch to
problem with your side airbags. ON (II), the indicator should light
briefly and go out. If it doesn’t light,
To reduce the risk of injury from an stays on, or comes on while driving
inflating side airbag, your vehicle has without a passenger in the front seat,
an automatic cutoff system for the have the system checked.
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 sideways and
the child’s head is in the side airbag
deployment path.

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Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions Do not cover or replace front seat-
Your airbag systems are virtually Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting a
maintenance-free, and there are no airbags. Together, airbags and Honda dealer. Improperly
parts you can safely service. seat belts provide the best replacing or covering front seat-
However, you must have your protection. back covers can prevent your side
vehicle serviced if: airbags from inflating during a
Do not tamper with airbag side impact.
An airbag ever inflates. Any airbag components or wiring for any
that has deployed must be reason. Tampering could cause
replaced along with the control the airbags to deploy, possibly
unit and other related parts. If a causing very serious injury.
front airbag inflates the seat belt
tensioners must also be replaced. Do not expose the front seat-backs
Do not try to remove or replace to liquid. If water or another liquid
any airbag by yourself. This must soaks into a seat-back, it can
be done by a Honda dealer or a prevent the side airbag cutoff
knowledgeable body shop. system from working properly.
The SRS indicator light alerts you

to a problem. Take your vehicle to
an authorized Honda dealer as
soon as possible. If you ignore this
indication, your airbags may not
operate properly.

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Protecting Children − General Guidelines
If you have children, or if you ever

need to drive with a child in your
Children who are unrestrained vehicle, be sure to read this section.
or improperly restrained can be It begins with important general
seriously injured or killed in a guidelines, then presents special
crash. information for infants, small
children, and larger children.
Any child too small for a seat
belt should be properly All Children Must Be Restrained
restrained in a child seat. A Each year, many children are injured
larger child should be properly or killed in vehicle crashes because
restrained with a seat belt and they are either unrestrained or not
use a booster if necessary. properly restrained. In fact, vehicle
Children depend on adults to protect accidents are the number one cause
them. However, despite their best of death of children ages 12 and
intentions many adults do not know under.
how to properly protect child
passengers. To reduce the number of child
deaths and injuries, every state and
Canadian province requires that
infants and children be properly
restrained when they ride in a
vehicle.
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Infants and small children must be Children who ride in back are less Small Children
restrained in an approved child seat likely to be injured by striking Placing a forward-facing child seat in
that is properly secured to the interior vehicle parts during a the front seat of a vehicle equipped
vehicle (see pages 34 − 35 ). collision or hard braking. Also, with passenger’s front airbag can be
children cannot be injured by an hazardous. If the vehicle seat is too
Larger children must be restrained inflating airbag when they ride in the far forward, or the child’s head is
with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on back. thrown forward during a collision, an
a booster until the seat belt fits them inflating front airbag can strike the
properly (see pages 43 − 46 ). The Passenger’s Front Airbag child with enough force to kill or
Can Pose Serious Risks very seriously injure a small child.
All Children Should Sit in the Front airbags have been designed to
Back Seat help protect adults in a moderate to Larger Children
According to accident statistics, severe frontal collision. To do this Children who have outgrown child
children of all ages and sizes are the passenger’s front airbag is quite seats are also at risk of being injured
safer when they are restrained in the large and it can inflate with enough or killed by an inflating passenger’s
back seat. The National Highway force to cause very serious injuries. front airbag. Whenever possible,
Traffic Safety Administration and larger children should sit in the back
Transport Canada recommend that Infants seat, in a booster seat if needed, and
all children age 12 and under be Never put a rear-facing child seat in be properly restrained with a seat
properly restrained in the back seat. the front seat of a vehicle equipped belt (see page 43 for important
with a passenger’s front airbag. If information about protecting larger
the airbag inflates, it can hit the back children).
of the child seat with enough force
to kill or very seriously injure an
infant.

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U.S. Models Canadian Models

To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag
front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning
children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front
in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors. Please read and
warning labels on the dashboard and follow the instructions on these
on the driver’s and front passenger’s labels.
visors. Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.

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If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close

Children Attention
Your vehicle has three seating Many parents say they prefer to put
positions in the back seat where an infant or small child in the front
children can be properly restrained. passenger seat so they can watch the
If you ever have to carry more than child, or because the child requires
three children, and a child must ride attention.
in front:
Placing a child in the front seat
Place the largest child in the front exposes the child to hazards in a
seat, provided the child is large frontal collision, and paying close
enough to wear the lap/shoulder attention to a child distracts the
belt properly (see page 44 ). driver from the important tasks of
driving, placing both of you at risk.
Move the vehicle seat as far to the
rear as possible (see page 11 ). If a child requires physical attention
or frequent visual contact, we
Have the child sit upright and well strongly recommend that another
back in the seat (see page 30 ). adult ride with the child in the back
seat. The back seat is far safer for a
Make sure the seat belt is properly child than the front.
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 crash, you could be states and Canadian provinces, children learn how to unlock
thrown forward and crush the and can be very hazardous. For vehicle doors, turn on the ignition,
child against the dashboard or a example, infants and small and open the trunk, which can
seat-back. If you are wearing a children left in a vehicle on a hot lead to accidental injury or death.
seat belt the child can be torn day can die from heatstroke. A
from your arms and be seriously child left alone with the key in the
hurt or killed. ignition can accidentally set the
vehicle in motion, possibly injuring
Never put a seat belt over yourself themselves or others.
and a child. During a crash, the
belt could press deep into the child Lock both doors and the trunk
and cause serious or fatal injuries. when your vehicle is not in use.
Children who play in vehicles can
Never let two children use the accidentally get trapped inside the
same seat belt. If they do, they trunk. Teach your children not to
could be very seriously injured in a play in or around vehicles. Know
crash. how to operate the emergency
trunk opener and decide if your
Use childproof door locks to children should be shown how to
prevent children from opening the use this feature (see page 73 ).
doors. This can prevent children
from accidentally falling out.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children
Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement

In this vehicle, a rear-facing child
Placing a rear-facing child seat seat can be placed in any seating
in the front seat can result in position in the back seat, but not in
serious injury or death if the the front.
passenger’s front airbag inflates. Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front seat. If the passenger’s
Always place a rear-facing child front airbag inflates, it can hit the
seat in the back seat, not the back of the child seat with enough
front. force to kill or seriously injure an
infant.
Two types of seats may be used: a When properly installed, a rear-

seat designed exclusively for infants, facing child seat may prevent the
Child Seat Type or a convertible seat used in the rear- driver or a front passenger from
Only a rear-facing child seat provides facing, reclining mode. moving the seat as far back as
proper support for a baby’s head, recommended, or from locking the
neck, and back. Do not put a rear-facing child seat in seat-back in the desired position.
a forward-facing position. If placed In either of these situations, we
An infant must be properly facing forward, an infant could be strongly recommend that you install
restrained in a rear-facing, reclining very seriously injured during a the child seat directly behind the
child seat until the child reaches the frontal collision. front passenger seat, move the front
seat maker’s weight or height limit seat as far forward as needed, and
for the seat, and the child is at least leave it unoccupied. Or you may wish
one year old. to get a smaller child seat that allows
you to safely carry a front passenger.

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Protecting Infants and Small Children
Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small If it is necessary to put a forward-
child stay in the child seat as long as facing child seat in the front, move
possible, until the child reaches the the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
weight or height limit for the seat. possible, be sure the child seat is
firmly secured to the vehicle, and the
Child Seat Placement child is properly strapped in the seat.
We strongly recommend placing a
forward-facing child seat in a back
seat, not the front.
Placing a forward-facing child
Placing a forward-facing child seat in seat in the front seat can result
the front seat of a vehicle equipped in serious injury or death if the
with a passenger’s airbag can be front airbag inflates.
hazardous. If the vehicle seat is too
far forward, or the child’s head is If you must place a forward-
Child Seat Type thrown forward during a collision, an facing child seat in front, move
A child who is at least one year old, inflating airbag can strike the child the vehicle seat as far back as
and who fits within the child seat with enough force to cause very possible, and properly restrain
maker’s weight and height limits, serious or fatal injuries. the child.
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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Selecting a Child Seat
When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not Before purchasing a conventional
to choose between a conventional equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- child seat, or using a previously
child seat, or one designed for use compatible child seat can be installed purchased one, we recommend that
with the Lower Anchors and Tethers using a seat belt. you test the seat in the specific
for Children (LATCH) system. vehicle seating position, or positions,
Whatever type of seat you choose, to where the seat will be used.
Conventional child seats must be provide proper protection, a child
secured to a vehicle with a seat belt, seat should meet three
whereas LATCH-compatible seats requirements:
are secured by attaching the seat to
hardware built into the two outer 1. The child seat should meet U.S. or
seating positions in the back seat. Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213. Look for FMVSS
Since LATCH-compatible child seats 213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.
are easier to install and reduce the
possibility of improper installation, 2. The child seat should be of the
we recommend selecting this style. proper type and size to fit the child.
Rear-facing for infants, forward-
We also recommend selecting a facing for small children.
LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid,
rather than a flexible, anchor (see 3. The child seat should fit the
page 38 ). vehicle seating position (or
positions) where it will be used.

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

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Installing a Child Seat Using

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
Small marks are positioned to
indicate the locations of each anchor
point. 1. Move the seat belt buckle or 3. Place the child seat on the vehicle
tongue away from the lower seat, and attach the seat to the
To install a LATCH-compatible child anchors. lower anchors according to the
seat: child seat maker’s instructions.
2. Make sure there are no objects
near the anchors that could Some LATCH-compatible seats
prevent a secure connection have a rigid-type connection as
between the child seat and shown above.
anchors.

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TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP

HOOK
Flexible type ANCHORAGE POINT ANCHORAGE POINT

Outer rear seat Center rear seat
Other LATCH-compatible seats have 5. Route the tether strap over the
a flexible-type connection as shown seat-back, making sure the strap is
above. not twisted.
4. Whatever type you have, follow 6. Attach the tether strap hook to the
the child seat maker’s instructions tether anchorage point, then
for adjusting or tightening the fit. tighten the strap as instructed by
the child seat maker.
7. Push and pull the child seat

forward and from side-to-side to
verify that it is secure.

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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

the back seating positions, and in the
front passenger seat, 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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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 firmly secured. If
up to remove any slack from the the child seat is not secure,
lap part of the belt. Remember, if unlatch the belt, allow it to retract
the lap part of the belt is not tight, fully, then repeat these steps.
the child seat will not be secure.
To deactivate the locking
To remove slack, it may help to put mechanism and remove a child seat,
weight on the child seat, or push on unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat
the back of the seat while pulling up belt, and let the belt fully retract.
on the belt.

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Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchorage Point 2. Lift the anchor point lid, then
Tether attach the tether strap hook to the
TETHER STRAP anchorage point, making sure the
TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS HOOK strap is not twisted.
3. Tighten the strap according to the

seat maker’s instructions.
ANCHORAGE POINT
Outer rear seat
LID
1. After securing the child seat in the
A child seat with a tether can be desired position (see page 40 ), lift
installed in any seating position in the head restraint, then route the
the back seat, using one of the tether strap over the top of the
anchorage points shown above. seat-back and through the head
restraint legs.
Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available. (Tethers are required in
Canada.)

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Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children
Using the Center Anchorage Protecting Larger Children

Point When a child reaches the
recommended weight or height limit Allowing a large child age 12 or
TETHER STRAP for a forward-facing child seat, the under to sit in front can result in
HOOK
child should sit in a back seat on a injury or death if the passenger’s
booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt. front airbag inflates.
The following pages give If a large 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.
ANCHORAGE POINT
1. After properly securing the child

seat with the lap/shoulder belt
(see page 40 ), route the tether
strap over the top of the seat-back.
2. Attach the tether strap hook to the

anchorage point, making sure the
strap is not twisted, then tighten
the strap according to the seat-
maker’s instructions.

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Protecting Larger Children
Checking Seat Belt Fit 3. Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat
between the child’s neck and arm?
4. Is the lap part of the belt as low as

possible, touching the child’s
thighs?
5. Will the child be able to stay

seated like this for the whole trip?
If you answer yes to all these

questions, the child is ready to wear
the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If
you answer no to any question, the
To determine if a lap/shoulder belt child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-
properly fits a child, have the child facing child seat should ride in a
put on the seat belt, then ask back seat and use a booster seat
yourself: until the lap/shoulder belt fits them
properly without the booster.
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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Some states also require children to A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front
use a booster until they reach a seat until the tops of their ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety
given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or even with the top of the vehicle’s or Administration and Transport
60 lbs). Be sure to check current booster’s seat-back. A child of this Canada recommend that all children
laws in the state or states where you height should be tall enough to use ages 12 and under be properly
intend to drive. the lap/shoulder belt without a restrained in the back seat.
booster.
Booster seats can be high-back or The back seat is the safest place for
low-back. Whichever style you select, a child of any age or size.
make sure the booster meets federal
safety standards and that you follow If the passenger’s front airbag
the booster seat maker’s instructions. inflates in a moderate to severe
frontal collision, the airbag can cause
If a child who uses a booster must be serious injuries to a child who is
in front, move the vehicle seat as far unrestrained, improperly restrained,
back as possible and be sure the sitting too close to the airbag, or out
child is wearing the seat belt of position.
properly.
The side airbag also poses risks. If
any part of a larger child’s body is in
the path of a deploying side airbag,
the child could receive possibly
serious injuries.
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Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions
while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt
when a child can safely ride in front. across the neck. This could result in
There are other important factors Carefully read the owner’s manual serious neck injuries during a crash.
you should consider. and make sure you understand all
seat belt instructions and all safety Do not let a child put the shoulder
Maturity information. part of a seat belt behind the back or
To safely ride in front, a child must under the arm. This could cause
be able to follow the rules, including Move the vehicle seat to the rear- very serious injuries during a crash.
sitting properly, and wearing the seat most position. It also increases the chance that the
belt properly throughout a ride. child will slide under the belt in a
Have the child sit up straight, back crash and be injured.
Physical Size against the seat, and feet on or
Physically, a child must be large near the floor. Two children should never use the
enough for the lap/shoulder belt to same seat belt. If they do, they could
properly fit (see page 44 ). If the seat Check that the child’s seat belt is be very seriously injured in a crash.
belt does not fit properly, with or properly positioned and secured.
without the child sitting on a booster, Do not put any accessories on a seat
the child should not sit in front. Remind the child not to lean belt. Devices intended to improve a
toward the door. child’s comfort or reposition the
shoulder part of a seat belt can make
Supervise the child. Even mature the belt less effective, and increase
children sometimes need to be the chance of serious injury in a
reminded to fasten the seat belts crash.
or sit properly.

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Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, air flow can
carbon monoxide gas. You should pull 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 lid open, open all the windows
vehicle properly. you. and set the heating and cooling
Have the exhaust system inspected system as shown below.
for leaks whenever: Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to If you must sit in your parked vehicle,
The vehicle is raised for an oil carbon monoxide. even in an unconfined area, with the
change. engine running, adjust the heating
You notice a change in the sound and cooling system as follows:
of the exhaust. High levels of carbon monoxide can
The vehicle was in an accident collect rapidly in enclosed areas, 1. Select the Fresh Air mode.
that may have damaged the under- such as a garage. Do not run the 2. Select the mode.
side. engine with the garage door closed. 3. Turn the fan on high speed.
Even with the door open, run the 4. Set the temperature control to a
engine only long enough to move the comfortable setting.
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, contact your Honda dealer for
a replacement.
Canadian models
RADIATOR CAP

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Safety Labels
HOOD
On models without side airbags
On models with side airbags

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50
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Instruments and Controls
This section gives information about Control Locations ............................ 52 Moonroof .......................................... 82
the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ............................. 53 Mirrors .............................................. 83
contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ........... 56 Parking Brake .................................. 84
your Honda. All the essential Gauges .............................................. 60 Interior Lights .................................. 85
controls are within easy reach. Odometer/Trip Meter ................ 60 Ceiling Light ................................. 85
Fuel Gauge ................................... 60 Individual Interior Lights............ 85
Temperature Gauge .................... 61 Interior Convenience Items ............ 86
Maintenance Required Indicator ... 62 Beverage Holders ........................ 87
Controls Near the Steering Globe Box ..................................... 87
Wheel ............................................ 63 Console Compertment ................ 87
Windshield Wipers and Washers .. 64 Center Pocket .............................. 88
Turn Signal and Headlights............ 65 Accessory Power Socket ............ 88
Instrument Panel Brightness ......... 66 Vanity Mirror ............................... 88
Hazard Warning Button .................. 67
Rear Window Defogger .................. 67
Steering Wheel Adjustment ........... 68
Keys and Locks ................................ 69
Immobilizer System......................... 70
Ignition Switch ................................. 71
Door Locks ....................................... 72
Power Door Locks ....................... 72
Trunk ............................................ 72
Emergency Trunk Opener ......... 73
Remote Transmitter ........................ 74
Seats .................................................. 76
Power Windows ............................... 81
Instruments and Controls 51

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Control Locations
MOONROOF MIRROR HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS

(P. 82) CONTROLS (P. 90)
(P. 83)
POWER DOOR LOCK

SWITCH
(P. 72)
CRUISE CONTROL AUDIO SYSTEM

MASTER SWITCH (P. 94)
(P. 110) DIGITAL CLOCK
(P. 108)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 81)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HOOD RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL

(P. 115) HANDLE BUTTONS
TRUNK RELEASE (P. 116) (P. 110)
A/T model is shown. (P. 72)
52 Instruments and Controls

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Instrument Panel
U.S.: HX, LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si
SEAT BELT INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P. 56)
(P. 58) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 57)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P. 58) PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM (P. 57)
INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
(P. 56, 195) (P. 58)
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE (P. 62)
INDICATOR
(P. 56, 195) LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 58)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
(P. 58, 196) SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR
(P. 56) (P. 59)
SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATORS＊ SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 130) (P. 56)
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
＊
Shift Lever Position Indicator for the HX is shown on page 134 . CONTINUED
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Instrument Panel
Canada: DX
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR

(P. 56) (P. 58)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 56)
DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS INDICATOR
(P. 57)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR WASHER LEVEL
(P. 59) INDICATOR
(P. 58)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
(P. 56, 195)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 58)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P. 56, 195) PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P. 57)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P. 58, 196) (P. 58)
SEAT BELT INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED

(P. 56) INDICATOR
(P. 62)

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Instrument Panel
U.S.: DX
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR

(P. 56) (P. 58)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
(P. 56)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P. 59)
LOW OIL PRESSURE

INDICATOR
(P. 56, 195)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P. 58)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND
(P. 56, 195) BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 57)
(P. 58, 196) (P. 58)
SEAT BELT INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR
(P. 56) (P. 62)

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Instrument Panel Indicators
The instrument panel has many Supplemental Restraint Charging System

indicators to give you important System Indicator Indicator
information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you If this indicator comes on when the
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If engine is running, the battery is not
Seat Belt Indicator it comes on at any other time, it being charged. For more information,
indicates a potential problem with see page 195 .
The seat belt system includes an your front airbags or automatic seat
indicator on the instrument panel belt tensioners. On models equipped Low Oil Pressure
and a beeper to remind you and your with side airbags, this light will also Indicator
passengers to fasten your seat belts. alert you to a potential problem with The engine can be severely damaged
your side airbags or passenger’s side if this indicator flashes or stays on
If you turn the ignition switch to ON airbag automatic cutoff system. For when the engine is running. For
(II) before fastening your belt, the complete information, see page 26 . complete information, see page 195 .
beeper sounds and the indicator
flashes. If you do not fasten your Side Airbag Off Indicator
seat belt before the beeper stops, the
indicator stops flashing but remains Only on models equipped with side
on. airbags
This indicator comes on when you
If you continue driving without turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If
fastening your seat belt, the beeper it comes on at any other time, it
sounds and the indicator flashes indicates that the passenger’s side
again at regular intervals. airbag has automatically shut off.
For more information, see page 27 .

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U.S. Canada Parking Brake Anti-lock Brake System ‘‘Daytime Running

and Brake (ABS) Indicator Lights’’ Indicator
System Only on models equipped with ABS (see Canadian models only
Indicator page 139 ) This indicator comes on when you
This indicator has two functions: This indicator normally comes on for turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
a few seconds when you turn the with the headlight switch off and the
1. It comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and when parking brake set. It should go off if
ignition switch ON (II). It is a the ignition switch is turned to you turn on the headlights or release
reminder to check the parking START (III). If this indicator comes the parking brake. If it comes on at
brake. Driving with the parking on at any other time, there is a any other time, it means there is a
brake not fully released can problem in the ABS. If this happens, problem with the DRL. There may
damage the brakes and tires. take your vehicle to your dealer to also be a problem with the high
have it checked. With this indicator beam headlights.
2. If it remains lit after you have fully on, your vehicle still has normal
released the parking brake while braking ability but no anti-lock. For
the engine is running, or if it complete information, see page 139 .
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For complete information,
see page 197 .
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Malfunction Indicator High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator

Lamp
See page 196 . This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on if the trunk
high beam headlights. See page lid is not closed tightly.
Turn Signal and 73 for information on the headlight
Hazard Warning controls. Low Fuel Indicator
Indicators
The left or right turn signal indicator On Canadian models, this indicator This indicator comes on as a
blinks when you signal a lane change comes on with reduced brightness reminder that you must refuel soon.
or turn. If the indicator does not when the Daytime Running Lights
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually (DRL) are on (see page 65 ). Washer Level Indicator
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page 166 ). Replace Cruise Control Indicator Canadian models only
the bulb as soon as possible, since This indicator comes on when the
other drivers cannot see that you are Only on models equipped with Cruise washer fluid level is low. Add washer
signaling. Control System fluid when you see this indicator
This indicator comes on when you comes on (see page 156 ).
When you turn on the Hazard set the cruise control. See page
Warning switch, both turn signal 110 for information on operating the
lights blink. All turn signals on the cruise control.
outside of the vehicle should flash.

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Immobilizer System
Indicator
This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II). It will go off if you
have inserted a properly-coded
ignition key. If it is not a properly-
coded key, the indicator will blink
and the engine will not start (see
page 70 ).
This indicator also blinks several

times when you turn the ignition
switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).

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Gauges
U.S.: HX, LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si The trip meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE driven since you last reset it.
TACHOMETER
FUEL GAUGE There are two trip meters: Trip A
and Trip B. Each trip meter works
independently, so you can keep track
of two different distances.
To reset a trip meter, display it and

then press and hold the Select/Reset
knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
The U.S. instrument
panel is shown. ODOMETER/TRIP METER SELECT/RESET KNOB Fuel Gauge
This shows how much fuel you have.
Odometer/Trip Meter The odometer and the trip meters It may show slightly more or less
The odometer shows the total dis- use the same display. Switch than the actual amount. The needle
tance your vehicle has been driven. between these displays by pressing returns to the bottom after you turn
It measures miles in U.S. models and the Select/Reset knob. off the ignition.
kilometers in Canadian models.
It is illegal under U.S. federal law and
Canadian provincial regulations to
disconnect, reset, or alter the Avoid driving with an extremely low
odometer with the intent to change f uel level. Running out of f uel could
the number of miles or kilometers cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
indicated. the catalytic converter.

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Gauges
U.S. DX Temperature Gauge

This shows the temperature of the
TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE SPEEDOMETER engine’s coolant. During normal
GAUGE
operation, the pointer should rise to
about the middle of the gauge. In
severe driving conditions, the pointer
may rise to the upper zone. If it
reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull
safely to the side of the road. Turn to
page 157 for instructions and
precautions on checking the engine’s
ODOMETER/TRIP METER SELECT/RESET KNOB cooling system.
Canadian DX
TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER
TEMPERATURE FUEL GAUGE

GAUGE
ODOMETER/TRIP METER SELECT/RESET KNOB

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Maintenance Required Indicator
Maintenance Required Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km)

Indicator and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this
This indicator reminds you that it is indicator will light for two 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 ten seconds.
for Normal and Severe Driving
Conditions on pages 145 and 147 . 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.
two 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 in the instrument panel, then
maintenance. If this maintenance is turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
done by someone other than your
Honda dealer, reset the indicator as 3. Hold the knob for about ten
follows. seconds until the light goes off.
1. Turn off the engine.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
MOONROOF HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P. 82) (P. 65) WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 67)
(P. 64)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
(P. 110)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
(P. 67)
MIRROR CONTROLS HORN＊

(P. 83)
TILT ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P. 68) (P. 110)
＊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 Washer − Pull the

select a position. wiper control lever toward you and
hold it. The washers spray until you
MIST − The wipers run at high release the lever. The wipers run at
speed until you release the lever. low speed, then complete one more
sweep after you release the lever.
OFF − The wipers are not activated.
INT − The length of the wipe

interval is varied automatically
according to vehicle’s speed.
On EX model in U.S., and Si models in
Canada
1. MIST Vary the delay by turning the INT
2. OFF TIME ring.
3. INT − Intermittent
4. LO − Low LO − The wipers run at low speed.
5. HI − High
6. Windshield Washers HI − The wipers run at high speed.

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Turn Signal and Headlights
Turn Signal − Push down on the High Beams − To turn on, push
left lever to signal a left turn and up the lever forward until you hear a
to signal a right turn. To signal a lane click. The blue high beam indicator
change, push lightly on the lever in will light (see page 58 ). Pull it back
the proper direction and hold it. The to return to low beams. To flash the
lever will return to center when you high beams, pull the lever back
release it or complete a turn. lightly, then release it. The high
beams will stay on as long as you
Headlights On − Rotating switch hold the lever back.
on the left lever controls to the
‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking Daytime Running Lights
lights, taillights, instrument panel (Canadian Models)
lights, side-marker lights, and rear With the headlight switch off, the
1. Turn Signal license plate lights. Turning the high beam headlights come on with
2. Off switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns reduced brightness when you turn
3. Parking and indicator lights on the headlights. If you leave the the ignition switch ON (II) and
4. Headlights on lights on with the key removed from release the parking brake. They
5. High beams the ignition switch, you will hear a remain on until you turn the ignition
6. Flash high beams reminder tone when you open the off, even if you set the parking brake.
driver’s door.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.

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Instrument Panel Brightness
Adjust the brightness to the desired

SELECT/RESET KNOB 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
return the instrument panel to the
brightness adjusted with the
DX models KNOB All models except DX headlight switch off and a tone will
sound.
The knob on the instrument panel On all models except DX
controls the brightness of the instru- There are six brightness levels.
ment panel lights. Turn the knob to When you turn the knob, the
adjust the brightness. odometer/trip meter display
changes to circles that show you the
current level. You will hear a tone
when you reach the maximum or
minimum brightness.

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Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger
Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
The defogger and antenna wires on

the inside of the rear window can be
accidentally damaged. When
cleaning the glass, always wipe side
to side.
Push the button between the center The rear window defogger will clear
vents to turn on the hazard warning fog, frost, and thin ice from the
lights (four-way flashers). This window. Push the defogger button to
causes all four outside turn signals turn it on and off. The light in the
and both indicators in the instrument button lights to show the defogger is
panel to flash. Use the hazard on. If you do not turn it off, the
warning lights if you need to park in defogger will shut itself off after
a dangerous area near heavy traffic, about 15 minutes. It also shuts off
or if your vehicle is disabled. when you turn off the ignition. You
have to turn it on again when you
restart the vehicle.

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Steering Wheel Adjustment
See page 16 for important safety 3. Push the lever up to lock the
information about how to properly steering wheel in that position.
position the steering wheel.
4. Make sure you have securely
Make any steering wheel adjustment locked the steering wheel in place
before you start driving. by trying to move it up and down.
Adjusting the steering wheel

position while driving may
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
in a crash. To adjust the steering wheel upward
or downward:
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 to your chest, not toward
your face. Make sure you can see
the instrument panel gauges and
lights.

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Keys and Locks
KEY MASTER VALET

You should have received a key These keys contain electronic
NUMBER KEYS (Black) KEY (Gray) number tag with your set of keys. circuits that are activated by the
TAG You will need this key number if you Immobilizer System. They will not
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. The valet key works If they get wet, dry them
only in the ignition and the door immediately with a soft cloth.
locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk
release handle and rear seat trunk The keys do not contain batteries.
access locked when you leave your Do not try to take them apart.
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 Honda 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 a Honda 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. The shift lever
ACCESSORY (I) − You can must be in Park before you can
operate the audio system and the remove the key from the ignition
accessory power sockets in this switch.
position.
ON (II) − This is the normal key

position when driving. Several of the Removing the key from the
The ignition switch has four lights on the instrument panel come ignition switch while driving
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY on as a test when you turn the locks the steering. This can
(I), ON (II), START (III) ignition switch from ACCESSORY cause you to lose control.
(I) to ON (II).
LOCK (0) − You can insert or Remove the key from the
remove the key only in this position. START (III) − Use this position ignition switch only when
To turn the key, you must push the only to start the engine. The switch parked.
key in slightly. If your vehicle has an returns to ON (II) when you let go of
automatic transmission, the shift the key.
lever must also be in park.

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Door Locks
Door Locks Power Door Locks Trunk

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE
Unlock
Pull
Unlock
Lock
Lock
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH MASTER KEY
Each door has a lock tab on the top. Standard on HX, LX and EX models in To open the trunk, pull the trunk
Push the tab down to lock the door the U.S., and DX SE, LX and Si models release handle to the left of the
and pull it up to unlock. in Canada driver’s seat. To protect items in the
All doors lock when you push down trunk when you need to give the key
To lock the passenger’s door when the lock tab on the driver’s door, or to someone else, lock the trunk
getting out of the vehicle, push the lock the driver’s door from the release handle with the master key
lock tab down and close the door. To outside with the key. Only the driver’s and give the other person the valet
lock the driver’s door, pull and hold door unlocks when you use the key key.
the outside door handle then push or lock tab. To unlock the passen-
the lock tab down. Release the gers’ doors, use the master door lock To close the trunk, press down on
handle, then close the door. switch or the lock tab on each door. the trunk lid.

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Door Locks
Emergency Trunk Opener
MASTER KEY
You can also use the master key to As a safety feature, your vehicle has
open the trunk lock. a release lever on the trunk latch so
the trunk can be opened from the
Keep the trunk lid closed at all times inside.
while driving to avoid damaging it To open the trunk, push the release
and to prevent exhaust gas from lever to the left.
getting into the interior. See Carbon
Monoxide Hazard, page 47 . Parents should decide if their
children should be shown how to use
this feature.

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Remote Transmitter
UNLOCK − Press this button once Remote Transmitter Care

to unlock the driver’s door. Push it Avoid dropping or throwing the
LED LOCK
BUTTON twice to unlock the other doors. If transmitter.
you do not open any doors within 30 Protect the transmitter from
seconds, they will automatically extreme temperature.
relock. Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid.
UNLOCK PANIC − Press this button for If you lose a transmitter, the
BUTTON about one second to attract attention; replacement needs to be
PANIC the horn will sound and the exterior reprogrammed by a Honda dealer.
BUTTON lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
To cancel panic mode, press any
other button on the remote
Standard on LX and EX models in the transmitter or turn the ignition
U.S., and LX and Si models in Canada switch to ON (II).
LOCK − Press this button once to
lock all doors. Some exterior lights
will flash. When you push LOCK
twice within 5 seconds, you will hear
a beep to verify that the doors are
locked. You cannot lock it if any door
is not fully closed or the key is in the
ignition switch.

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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. Align the ▽ mark on the cover (2) this device must accept any
CUSHION with the ◎ mark on the interference received, including
RING transmitter. Set the cover in place interference that may cause undesired
and turn it clockwise. operation.
BATTERY
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
Battery type: CR2025 interference, and (2) this device must
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, pull
backward, pull up on the bar under up on the lever on the outside of the
the seat cushion’s front edge. Then 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 Rear Seat Access On all other models, push down the
release lever at the base of the seat-
back. The seat-back will tilt forward
and the whole seat will slide forward.
RELEASE
LEVER
SEAT-BACK
ADJUSTMENT LEVER
On LX and EX models in the U.S., and To get into the rear seat on the
LX and Si models in Canada driver’s side, pull up on the seat-back
To adjust the height of the driver’s adjustment lever.
seat, turn the dial on the outside of
the seat bottom. To get into the rear seat from the
passenger’s side in the U.S. DX
model, pull up the seat-back
adjustment lever. The seat-back will
tilt forward. If more room is needed,
use the seat adjustment bar to move
the seat forward.
CONTINUED

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Seats
On HX model in the U.S., and all Head Restraints The head restraints help protect you
Canadian models See page 14 for important safety and your passengers from whiplash
When you return the seat-back information and a warning about how to and other injuries. They are most
upright, the seat stays in the fully properly position the head restraints. effective when you adjust them so
forward position. Use the seat the back of the occupant’s head rests
FRONT
adjustment bar and the seat-back against the center of the restraint.
adjustment lever to move the seat to
the desired position. Make sure the The head restraints in the front and
seat is fully latched before sitting in rear outboard seating positions
it. adjust for height. You need both
hands to adjust the restraint. To
On LX and EX models in the U.S. raise it, pull upward. To lower the
As you return the seat-back upright, restraint, push the release button
push the whole seat backward until it sideways and push the restraint
latches. Make sure the seat is fully down.
latched before sitting in it. RELEASE BUTTON
Your vehicle is equipped with head

restraints in the front seats and the
outboard seating positions in the
rear.

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Seats
Armrest Folding Rear Seat
GUIDE
CENTER SHOULDER BELT
On LX and EX models in the U.S., and Si The left and right halves can be When storing cargo, you can move
models in Canada folded separately from inside the the rear center shoulder belt out of
The lid of the console compartment vehicle or inside the trunk. To fold the way by removing the belt from
can be used as an armrest. down the seat-back from inside the the guide.
vehicle, insert the master key in the
Make sure the passenger’s hands or lock on the rear shelf. To fold down
fingers are away from the armrest the driver’s side, turn the key
before pushing it down. clockwise, pull down the top of the
seat-back, then release the key. To
fold down the passenger’s side, turn
the key counterclockwise and
perform the same procedure. CONTINUED

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Seats
Make sure all rear shoulder belts are

positioned in front of the rear seat-
back whenever it is in the upright
position.
Do not put any heavy items on the

seat-back when it is folded.
Pull Pull Make sure all items in the trunk, or
items extending through the opening
into the back seat, are secured.
Loose items can fly forward and
RELEASE cause injury if you have to brake
hard. See Carrying Cargo on page
To release the seat-back from inside 122 .
the trunk, pull the release under the
trunk panel. Push the seat-back Never drive with the seat-back
down, then let go of the release. folded down and the trunk lid open.
See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on
To lock the seat-back upright, push it page 47 .
firmly against the trunk panel. Make
sure it is latched in place by pulling
on the top of the seat.

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Power Windows
On LX and EX models in the U.S., and DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

LX and Si models in Canada
Your vehicle’s windows are electri- Closing a power window on
cally-powered. Turn the ignition someone’s hands or fingers can
switch to ON (II) to raise or lower cause serious injury.
any window.
Make sure your passenger is
away from the window before
closing it.
MAIN SWITCH
The driver’s door armrest has a

master power window control panel.
To open the passenger’s window,
push down on the appropriate switch
and hold it until the window reaches
the desired position. To close the
window, pull back on the window
switch. Release the switch when the
window gets to the position you want.
CONTINUED

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Power Windows, Moonroof
AUTO − To open the driver’s Moonroof press and hold the bottom of the
window fully, push the window switch ( ).
switch firmly down and release it. MOONROOF SWITCH
The window automatically goes all
the way down. To stop the window
from going all the way down, pull Opening or closing the
back on the window switch briefly. moonroof on someone’s hands
or fingers can cause serious
If the MAIN switch is OFF, the injury.
passenger windows cannot be raised
or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch Make sure all hands and fingers
off when you have children in the are clear of the moonroof
vehicle so they do not injure TILT BUTTON before opening or closing it.
themselves by operating the
windows unintentionally. On U.S. EX model, and Canada Si model
The moonroof can be tilted up in the
back for ventilation, or it can be slid
back into the roof. Use the switch If you try to open the moonroof in
under the left dashboard vent to below-f reezing temperatures, or when
operate the moonroof. it is covered with snow or ice, you can
damage the moonroof panel or motor.
To tilt up the back of the moonroof,
press and hold the center button
( ). To close the moonroof,
press and hold the top of the switch
( ). To open the moonroof,

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Mirrors
Adjusting the Power Mirrors 2. Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the
SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down.
3. When you finish, move the

selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns off the
adjustment switch so you can’t
move a mirror out of position by
accidentally bumping the switch.
TAB
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
Keep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility. On HX, LX and EX models in the U.S.,
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before and LX and Si models in Canada
you start driving.
1. Move the selector switch to L
The inside mirror has day and night (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
positions. The night position reduces side).
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

PARKING BRAKE LEVER
LX, U.S. DX VP, EX PARKING BRAKE LEVER

and Canadian Si models DX, U.S. HX and Canada DX SE models
On Canadian Si model To apply the parking brake, pull the NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the
The outside mirrors are heated to lever up fully. To release it, pull up parking brake applied can damage the
remove fog and frost. With the slightly, push the button, and lower rear brakes and axles.
ignition switch in the ON (II) the lever. The parking brake light on
position, turn on the heaters by the instrument panel should go out
pressing the button. The indicator in when the parking brake is fully
the button comes on as a reminder. released (see page 57 ).
Press the button again to turn the
heaters off.

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Interior Lights
Ceiling Light Individual Interior Lights

The courtesy lights in the front
DOOR ACTIVATED FRONT DOOR ACTIVATED doors and around the ignition switch
come on when you open any door.
ON OFF After you close the door, the ignition
switch light stays on for several
ON seconds.
OFF
The ceiling light has a three-position On U.S. EX and Canada Si models

switch; ON, Door Activated, and The front ceiling light also contains
OFF. two spotlights, Push the button next
In the Door Activated (center) to the light to turn it on and off.
position, the light comes on when
you: On LX models
Open any door. Push on the spotlight lenses to turn
Remove the key from the ignition. the light on and off.
If you do not open a door, the light
fades out in about 10 seconds.
Unlock the doors with the key or
remote transmitter.

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Interior Convenience Items
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT VANITY MIRROR

COIN BOX CENTER POCKET
COAT HOOK
ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKET
GLOVE BOX
BEVERAGE HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER

(U.S. EX ONLY)

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Beverage Holders Glove Box Console Compartment

Be careful when you are using the
beverage holders. A spilled liquid LEVER
that is very hot can scald you or your
passengers. Spilled liquids can also
damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the
interior.
On the U.S., LX, EX models and

Canada LX and Si models, open the
front beverage holder by pushing on
the top. CONSOLE COMPERTMENT
Open the glove box by squeezing the
On the U.S., EX model, open the rear handle. Close it with a firm push. On the U.S. LX, EX models and Canada
beverage holder by pushing on the LX and Si models
back and pulling the holder all the To open the console compartment,
way out. pull the left lever and lift the lid.
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger To close, lower the lid and push it
in a crash, even if the down until it latches.
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box

closed while driving.

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Center Pocket Accessory Power Socket Vanity Mirror
On LX and EX models in the U.S., and To use an accessory power socket, To use a vanity mirror on the back of
LX and Si models in Canada pull up the cover. the sun visor, pull up the cover.
The center pocket is located under
the audio system. To open the lid, This socket is intended to supply
pull it down. Close it with a firm push. power for 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). The ignition switch must be
in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).
It will not power an automotive type

cigarette lighter element.

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Comfort and Convenience Features
The heating and air conditioning＊ Vents, Heating, and A/C ................ 90
systems in your Honda provide a Air Flow Buttons .......................... 91
comfortable driving environment in Playing the Radio ............................. 94
all weather conditions. Radio Reception ............................... 97
Playing a CD ..................................... 99
The standard audio system has CD Changer.................................... 100
many features. This section de- Protecting Your CDs ..................... 101
scribes those features and how to CD Player Error Messages .......... 102
use them. (If you selected an CD Changer Error
optional audio system, refer to the Messages .................................... 103
operating instructions that came Playing a Tape ................................ 104
with it.) Radio Theft Protection.................. 107
Setting the Clock ........................... 108
Standard for HX, LX and EX models in Cruise Control ................................ 110
the U.S., and LX and Si models in
Canada
Your Honda has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
＊
Air conditioning is standard on LX
and EX models in the U.S., and LX
and Si models in Canada. It is
optional on other models.
Comfort and Convenience Features 89

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Vents, Heating, and A/C
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
(A/C) BUTTON
MODE CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW

DEFOGGER
BUTTON
90 Comfort and Convenience Features

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Air Flow Buttons
Fan Control Dial The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center
Turn this dial clockwise to increase heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard.
fan speed and increase the airflow. the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris. Air flow is divided between
Temperature Control Dial the vents in the dashboard and the
Turning this dial clockwise increases The system should be left in Fresh floor vents.
the temperature of the airflow. Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation Air flows from the floor
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button mode, particularly with the A/C off, vents. When you select , the
Standard on LX and EX models in the can cause the windows to fog up. system automatically switches to
U.S., and LX and Si models in Canada Fresh Air mode.
Optional on other models Switch to Recirculation mode when
This button turns the air driving through dusty or smoky Air flow is divided between
conditioning on and off. The light in conditions, then return to Fresh Air the floor vents and the defroster
the button is on when the A/C is on. mode. vents at the base of the windshield.
Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button Air flows from the defroster
When the light in the button is on, This button turns the rear window vents at the base of the windshield.
air from the vehicle’s interior is sent defogger off and on (see page 67 ).
throughout the system again. When When you select or ,
the light is off, air is brought in from Mode Control Dial the system automatically switches to
the outside of the vehicle (Fresh Air Use the mode control dial to select Fresh Air mode and turns on the
mode). the vents the air flow from. Some air A/C.
will flow from the dashboard vents in
all modes.

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Ventilation Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, you can
The flow-through ventilation system Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially
draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the
through the interior, then exhausts it coolant temperature gauge (see page A/C, and setting the fan to
through vents near the rear side 61 ). If it moves near the red zone, maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
panels. turn off the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
1. Turn the temperature control dial
all the way to the left. 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the
2. Make sure the A/C is off. button. The light in the button
3. Select and Fresh Air mode. comes on when a fan speed is
4. Set the fan to the desired speed. selected.
2. Make sure the temperature
Using the Heater control dial is all the way to the left.
The heater uses engine coolant to 3. Select .
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it 4. If the outside air is humid, select
will be several minutes before you Recirculation mode. If the outside
feel warm air coming from the air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
system. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed.
1. Select and Fresh Air mode.

2. Set the fan to the desired speed.
3. Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.

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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. automatically switches to Fresh
2. Select . When you select Air mode and turns on the A/C.
1. Switch the fan on. , the system automatically (The A/C indicator will not come
2. Turn on the air conditioning. switches to Fresh Air mode and on.)
3. Select and Fresh Air mode. turns on the A/C. (The A/C 2. Select .
4. Adjust the temperature control indicator will not come on.) 3. Set the fan and temperature
dial to your preference. 3. Adjust the temperature control controls to maximum level.
dial so the airflow feels warm.
This setting is suitable for all driving 4. Select to help clear the To clear the windows faster, you can
conditions whenever the outside rear window. close the dashboard corner vents by
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). rotating the wheel below it. This will
When you switch to another mode send more warm air to the
from , the A/C stays on. windshield defroster vents. Once the
Press the A/C button to turn it off. windshield is clear, select the Fresh
Air 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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Playing the Radio
DX Model A.SEL BUTTON

STEREO INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BAR TUNE KNOB
U.S.: HX, LX, EX Models

Canada: LX, Si Models STEREO INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR
A.SEL
BUTTON
SCAN
BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB

SEEK BAR

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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 same knob. press the or side of the two frequencies with each preset
bar, then release it. button.
The band and frequency that the 2. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN
radio was last tuned to is displayed. SCAN − The SCAN function function to tune the radio to a
To change bands, press the AM/FM samples all stations with strong desired station.
button. On the FM band, ST will be signals on the selected band. To 3. Pick a preset button, and hold it
displayed if the station is broadcast- activate it, press the SCAN button, until you hear a beep.
ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on then release it. You will see SCAN in 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
AM is not available. the display. The system will scan for of six stations on AM and twelve
a station with a strong signal. When stations on FM.
To Select a Station it finds one, it will stop and play that
You can use any of five methods to station for about five seconds. The preset frequencies will be lost if
find radio stations on the selected your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, the If you do nothing, the system will disconnected, or the radio fuse is
preset buttons, and AUTO SELECT . then scan for the next strong station removed.
and play it for five seconds. When it
TUNE − Use the TUNE knob to plays a station you want to listen to,
tune the radio to a desired frequency. press the SCAN button again.
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 To turn off Auto Select, press the Balance/Fader − These two
traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjusts the strength of the
longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set. sound coming from each speaker.
you can use the Auto Select feature BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength,
to find stations in the local area. Adjusting the Sound while FAD adjusts the front-to-back
Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob strength.
Press the A. SEL Button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ repeatedly to display the Bass (BAS),
flashes in the display, and the system Treble (TRE), Balance (BAL), and Audio System Lighting
goes into scan mode for several Fader (FAD) setting. You can use the instrument panel
seconds. It stores the frequencies of brightness control knob to adjust the
six AM, and twelve FM stations in Each mode is shown in the display as illumination of the audio system (see
the preset buttons. it changes. Turn the SOUND page 66 ). The audio system
(TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to illuminates when the parking lights
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after your liking. When the level reaches are on, even if the radio is off.
pressing a preset button if Auto the center, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in
Select cannot find a strong station the display. The system will
for every preset button. automatically return the display to
the selected audio mode about five
If you do not like the stations Auto seconds after you stop adjusting a
Select has stored, you can store mode.
other frequencies on the preset
buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or Treble/Bass − Use the TRE/BAS
SCAN functions to find stations, then modes to adjust the tone to your
store them in the preset buttons as liking.
described.

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Radio Reception
Radio Frequencies Radio Reception

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

vehicles and stationary sources can
cause temporary reception problems.
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.
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.

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Playing a CD
DX Model CD/TAPE BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR RDM BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR RPT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB DISC ＋ BUTTON

SEEK/SKIP BAR DISC − BUTTON
U.S.: HX, LX, EX Models REPEAT INDICATOR

Canada: LX, Si Models CD BUTTON
AM/FM BUTTON CD SLOT RDM BUTTON
EJECT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB RPT BUTTON
SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM INDICATOR

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Playing a CD, CD Changer
CD Player a track, press and release the RPT the CD will stay in the drive. When
Optional on DX model button. You will see RPT in the you turn the system back on, the CD
With the ignition in the display. Press the RPT button again will begin playing where it left off.
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, 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. tracks in random order. To activate A CD changer is available for your
You operate the CD player with the Random Play, press and release the vehicle. It holds up to six CDs. You
same controls used for the radio. RDM button. You will see RDM in operate the CD changer with the
The number of the track playing is the display. This continues until you same controls used for the in-dash
shown in the display. The system will press the RDM button again. CD player.
continuously play a CD until you
change modes. To Stop Playing a CD Load the desired CDs in the
Press the eject button ( ) to magazine, and load the magazine in
To Change Tracks (SKIP) remove the CD. If you eject the CD, the changer according to the
Each time you press and release but do not remove it from the slot, instructions that came with the unit.
, the player skips forward to the system will automatically reload
the beginning of the next track. the CD after 15 seconds and put it in To select the CD changer, press the
Press and release to skip pause mode. To begin playing, press CD button. The CD and track
backward to the beginning of the the CD button. numbers will be displayed. To select
previous track. Press the AM/FM button to switch a different CD, use the preset 5
To move rapidly within a track, press to the radio while a CD is playing. (DISC −) or preset 6 (DISC ＋)
and hold the or . You will Press the CD button to play the CD. button. If you select an empty slot in
see CUE or REW in the display. If you turn the system off while a CD the magazine, the changer will, after
is playing, either with the PWR/VOL finding that slot empty, try to load
REPEAT − To continuously replay knob or by turning off the ignition, 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 CD players. 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.
Never try to insert foreign objects in

the CD player or the magazine.

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CD Player Error Messages
If you see an error message in the

display while playing a CD, find the Error Message Cause Solution
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error indication, Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.
take your vehicle to a Honda 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.
Mechanical Error If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the error
message does not disappear after the CD is
ejected, see a Honda 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 Message Cause Solution
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error indication, Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.
take your vehicle to a Honda dealer. FOCUS Error If the message does not disappear or the
magazine cannot be pulled out, see a Honda
dealer.
No CD in the CD Insert CD.
magazine
Press the magazine eject button and pull it out,
check for an error indication, and insert the
Mechanical Error magazine again. If the message does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
see a Honda 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)
CD/TAPE BUTTON PLAY/PROG BUTTON RPT BUTTON

DX Model
AM/FM BUTTON REW BUTTON FF BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB NR BUTTON

SKIP BAR NR INDICATOR
U.S.: HX, LX, EX Models CD/TAPE BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR

Canada: LX, Si Models
AM/FM BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR
RPT BUTTON
NR BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB FF BUTTON
SKIP BAR PLAY/PROG BUTTON
REW BUTTON

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To Play a Tape Dolby＊ noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player
Tape player is optional when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the
The ignition switch must be in indicator will light in the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button. To
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Make display. If the tape was not recorded change back to the tape player, press
sure the open side of the tape is in Dolby, turn it off by pressing the the CD/TAPE button.
facing right, then insert the tape NR button. Dolby remains off until
most of the way into the slot. The you press the NR button again. Tape Search Functions
system will pull the tape in the rest FF/REW − To rewind the tape,
of the way, and begin to play it. ＊
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under push the REW button. You will see
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- REW in the display. To fast forward
The tape direction indicator will ration. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol the tape, push the FF button. You
come on to show you which side of are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories will see FF displayed. Press the FF,
the tape is playing. The ▲ indicates Licensing Corporation. REW, or PLAY/PROG button to
the side you inserted upward in now take the system out of rewind or fast
playing. If you want to play the other To Stop Playing a Tape forward.
side, press the PLAY/PROG button. To remove the tape, press the
When the player reaches the end of EJECT button. If you want to turn SKIP − Press button to find
the tape, it will automatically reverse the player off, press the PWR/VOL the beginning of the current song or
direction and play the other side. knob or turn off the ignition. The passage. Press button to find
tape will remain in the drive. When the beginning of the next song or
you turn the system back on, the passage. When the system reaches
tape will begin playing where it left the beginning of a song or passage, it
off. begins to play it.
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REPEAT − Press the RPT button Caring for the Tape and Player cassette in 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 cause 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
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 try to insert foreign object
level, or a silent period in the middle contamination with a normal into the tape player.
of a selection. cleaning kit. Your Honda dealer has
a cleaning kit available.
Use 100-minute or shorter tapes.

Tapes longer than that may break or
jam the drive.
If the tape is loose, tighten it by

turning the hub with a pencil or your
finger. If the label is peeling off,
remove it or it could cause the
cassette to jam in the player. Never
try to insert a warped or damaged

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Radio Theft Protection
system’s serial number. You will have to store your favorite

Standard for HX, LX and EX models in stations in the Preset buttons after
the U.S., and LX and Si models in If your vehicle’s battery is the system begins working. Your
Canada disconnected or goes dead, the audio original settings were lost when the
Your vehicle’s audio system will system will disable itself. If this power was disconnected.
disable itself if it is disconnected happens, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in
from electrical power for any reason. the frequency display the next time
To make it work again, the user you turn on the system. Use the
must enter a specific five-digit code Preset buttons to enter the five-digit
in the Preset buttons. Because there code. The code is located on the
are hundreds of number radio code card included in your
combinations possible from the five- Owner’s Manual kit. When it is
digits, making the system work entered correctly, the radio will start
without knowing the exact code is playing.
nearly impossible.
If you make a mistake entering the
You should have received a card that code, do not start over; complete the
lists your audio system code number five-digit sequence, then enter the
and serial number. It is best to store correct code. You have ten tries to
this card in a safe place at home. In enter the correct code. If you are
addition, you should write the audio unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
system’s serial number in this must then leave the system on for 1
Owner’s Manual. hour before trying again.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number from a Honda
dealer. To do this, you will need the

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Setting the Clock
DX Model U.S.: HX, LX, EX Models

Canada: LX,Si Models
CLOCK BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON
H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON

M BUTTON M BUTTON
If your vehicle’s battery is until the numbers advance to the pressing the H (Preset 4) button.
disconnected or goes dead, you will desired time.
need to set the clock. Adjust the minutes by pressing and
When you are finished, press the holding the CLOCK button, then
Vehicles with CD Player/Changer CLOCK button again. pressing the M (Preset 5) button.
Press the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT)
button until you hear a beep, then Vehicles without CD Player/Changer
release the button. Change the hours You can set the time only when the
by pressing the H (Preset 4) button clock is displayed.
until the numbers advance to the
desired time. Change the minutes by Adjust the hours by pressing and
pressing the M (Preset 5) button holding the CLOCK button, then

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Setting the Clock
You can quickly set the time to the For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00
nearest hour. 1:52 will reset to 2:00
Vehicles with CD Player/Changer

If the displayed time is before the
half hour, press the CLOCK (SCAN/
RPT) 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
to the beginning of the next hour.
Vehicles without CD Player/Changer

If the displayed time is before the
half hour, press and hold the
CLOCK button, 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 to the
beginning of the next hour.

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Cruise Control
On HX, LX and EX models in the U.S., Using the Cruise Control

and LX and Si models in Canada
Cruise control allows you to maintain CANCEL BUTTON
a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)
without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. It should be used
for cruising on straight, open
highways. It is not recommended for RESUME/
city driving, winding roads, slippery accel
BUTTON
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
SET/decel
BUTTON
Improper use of the cruise

control can lead to a crash. 1. Push in the Cruise Control Master 3. Press and release the SET/decel
Switch. The indicator in the switch button on the steering wheel. The
Use the cruise control only will light. CRUISE CONTROL light on the
when traveling on open instrument panel comes on to
highways in good weather. 2. Accelerate to the desired cruising show the system is now activated.
speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

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Cruise Control
The cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising
set 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 the Press and hold the RESUME/ button. Release the button when
cruise control. To resume the set accel button. When you reach the you reach the desired speed.
speed, press the RESUME/accel desired cruising speed, release the
button. The CRUISE CONTROL button. To slow down in very small
light on the instrument panel will amounts, tap the SET/decel
come back on. Push on the accelerator pedal. button. Each time you do this,
Accelerate to the desired cruising your vehicle will slow down about
speed and press the SET/decel 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
button.
Tap the brake or clutch pedal
To increase your speed in very lightly with your foot. The
small amounts, tap the RESUME/ CRUISE CONTROL indicator on
accel button. Each time you do the instrument panel will go out.
this, your vehicle will speed up When the vehicle slows to the
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). desired speed, press the SET/
decel button.
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Cruise Control
Even with the cruise control turned Resuming the Set Speed
on, you can still use the accelerator When you push the CANCEL button,
pedal to speed up for passing. After or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the
completing the pass, take your foot system remembers the previously-
off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle set cruising speed. To return to that
will return to the set cruising speed. speed, accelerate to above 25 mph
(40 km/h) then press the RESUME/
Resting your foot on the brake or accel button. The CRUISE
clutch pedal will cause the cruise CONTROL light comes on, and the
control to cancel. vehicle will accelerate to the same
cruising speed as before.
Cancelling the Cruise Control
You can cancel the cruise control in Pressing the Cruise Control Master
any of these ways: Switch turns the system completely
off and erases the previous cruising
Tap the brake or clutch pedal. speed.
Push the CANCEL button on the

steering wheel.
Press the Cruise Control Master

Switch.

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Main Menu
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Before Driving
Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period .............................. 114
you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ................................ 114
use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures .......... 115
important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy ................................ 119
know how to properly store luggage Accessories and Modifications .... 120
or packages. The information in this Carrying Cargo .............................. 122
section will help you. If you plan to
add any accessories to your vehicle,
please read the information in this
section first.
Before Driving 113

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Break-in Period, Gasoline Type
Break-in Period Gasoline Type your authorized Honda dealer for

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

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Service Station Procedure
Fueling If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off

even though the tank is not full,
Gasoline is highly flammable there may be a problem with your
Push and explosive. You can be vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
burned or seriously injured system. The system helps keep
when handling fuel. fuel vapors from going into the
atmosphere. Consult your dealer.
Stop the engine and keep
heat, sparks, and flames 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on
away. until it clicks at least three times.
Handle fuel only outdoors. If you do not properly tighten the
Wipe up spills immediately. cap, the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp may come on (see page
196 ).
1. Park with the driver’s side of the 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
vehicle closest to the service You may hear a hissing sound as 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until
station pump. pressure inside the tank escapes. it latches.
Place the cap in the holder on the
2. Open the fuel fill door by pulling fuel fill door.
on the handle to the left of the
driver’s seat. 4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel
nozzle automatically clicks off. Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave
some room for the fuel to expand
with temperature changes.
Before Driving 115

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Opening and Closing the Hood If the hood latch handle moves
stiffly, or if you can open the hood
HOOD LATCH without lifting the handle, the
RELEASE mechanism should be cleaned and
HANDLE
lubricated.
3. Pull the support rod out of its clip,

and insert the end into the hole on
the front left side of the hood.
To Open the Hood: 2. Put your fingers under the front

1. Park the vehicle, and set the edge of the hood to the right of
parking brake. Pull the hood the center. Slide your hand to the
release handle located under the left until you feel the hood latch
lower left corner of the dashboard. handle. Push this handle up to
The hood will pop up slightly. release it. Lift up the hood.
116 Before Driving

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Oil Check
SUPPORT ROD GRIP
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
CLIP DIPSTIC
To Close the Hood: Wait a few minutes after turning the 4. Remove the dipstick again and
Lift it up slightly to remove the engine off before you check the oil. check the level. It should be
support rod from the hole. Put the between the upper and lower
support rod back into its holding 1. Remove the dipstick. marks.
clip. Lower the hood to about a
foot (30 cm) above the fender, 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean If it is near or below the lower mark,
then let it drop. Make sure it is cloth or paper towel. see Adding Engine Oil on page 152 .
securely latched.
3. Insert it all the way back in its tube.
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Engine Coolant Check Refer to Owner’s Maintenance

Checks on page 144 for information
MAX on checking other items in your
Honda.
MIN
Look at the coolant level in the

radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see Adding
Engine Coolant on page 157 for
information on adding the proper
coolant.
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Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed.

Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and
according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra
schedule. See Owner’s fuel. Use the cruise control when
Maintenance Checks (see page appropriate.
144 ).
Combine several short trips into
For example, an underinflated tire one.
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses fuel. The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
The build-up of snow or mud on use more fuel. Use the fresh-air
your vehicle’s underside adds ventilation when possible.
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
Drive moderately. Rapid

acceleration, abrupt cornering and
hard braking use more fuel.
Always drive in the highest gear

possible.
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Accessories and Modifications
Modifying your vehicle, or installing Before installing any accessory:

some non-Honda accessories, can
make your vehicle unsafe. Before Improper accessories or Make sure the accessory does not
you make any modifications or add modifications can affect your obscure any lights, or interfere
any accessories, be sure to read the vehicle’s handling, stability, and with proper vehicle operation or
following information. performance, and cause a performance.
crash in which you can be hurt
Accessories or killed. Be sure electronic accessories do
Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits
that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this (see page 199 ) or interfere with
vehicle. These accessories have owner’s manual regarding proper operation.
been designed and approved for your accessories and modifications.
vehicle, and are covered by warranty. Have the installer contact your
Honda dealer for assistance before
Although aftermarket accessories When properly installed, cellular installing any electronic accessory.
may fit on your vehicle, they may not phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
meet factory specifications, and low-powered audio systems should
could adversely affect your vehicle’s not interfere with your vehicle’s
handling and stability (see computer controlled systems, such
‘‘Modifications’’ on page 121 for as the SRS and anti-lock brake
additional information). system.
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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 non- your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
Honda (aftermarket) components other systems.
could seriously affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability. Do not modify your steering wheel
or any other part of your
Some examples are: Supplemental Restraint System.
Lowering your vehicle with an Modifications could make the
aftermarket suspension kit that system ineffective. See the safety
significantly reduces ground precautions on page 28 .
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps If you plan to modify your vehicle,
or other raised objects, which consult with your Honda dealer.
could cause the airbags to deploy.
Additional Safety Precaution
Raising your vehicle with an Do not cover or replace front seat-
aftermarket suspension kit can back covers without consulting a
affect the handling and stability. Honda dealer. Improperly replacing
or covering front seat-back covers
Aftermarket wheels, because they can prevent your side airbags from
are a universal design, can cause inflating during a collision.
excessive stress on suspension
components.
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Carrying Cargo
Your vehicle has several convenient

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT＊1 FRONT DOOR POCKET storage areas:
Glove box
Front door and seat-back pockets
Console compartment
Trunk
Roof-rack (if installed)
However, carrying too much cargo,
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.
Overloading or improper
＊2
loading can affect handling and
SEAT-BACK POCKET GLOVE BOX stability and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
＊1: U.S.: LX and EX models
TRUNK Canada: LX and Si models Follow all load limits and other
＊2: U.S.: HX, LX and EX models loading guidelines in this
Canada: LX and Si models manual.
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Carrying Cargo
The maximum load for your vehicle For example, if there will be four 150 Carrying Items in the Passenger
is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle, Compartment
includes total weight of all occupants, the amount of available cargo and Store or secure all items that could
cargo, and accessories. luggage load capacity is 250 lbs (115 be thrown around and hurt
kg). someone during a crash.
To determine the correct cargo and 4 × 150 lbs (70 kg) = 600 lbs (280
luggage load limit: kg) Do not put any items on top of the
850 lbs (395 kg) − 600 lbs (280 kg) = rear shelf. They can block your
1. Locate the statement, ‘‘the 250 lbs (115 kg) view and be thrown around the
combined weight of occupants and vehicle during a crash.
cargo should never exceed 850 lbs 5. Determine the combined weight
(395 kg)’’ on your vehicle’s placard of accessories, luggage, and cargo Be sure items placed on the floor
(on the driver’s doorjamb). being loaded in the vehicle. The behind the front seats cannot roll
weight may not safely exceed the under the seats and interfere with
2. Determine the combined weight available cargo and luggage load the pedals or seat operation.
of the driver and passengers that capacity calculated in step 4.
will be riding in the vehicle. Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
3. Subtract the combined weight of could injure their knees during a
the driver and passengers from crash or sudden stop.
850 lbs (395 kg).
4. The resulting figure equals the

available load capacity.
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Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on If you can carry any items on a

a Roof Rack roof rack, be sure the total weight
Distribute cargo evenly on the of the rack and the items does not
floor of the cargo area, placing the exceed the maximum load
heaviest items on the bottom and (850 lbs/395 kg). Please contact
as far forward as possible. your Honda dealer for further
information.
If you fold down the back seat, tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
If you carry large items that

prevent you from closing the trunk
lid, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of carbon monoxide
poisoning, follow the instructions
on page 47 .
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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 5-speed Manual Transmission ..... 128
5-speed manual and automatic Automatic Transmission............... 130
transmissions. It also includes impor- Automatic Transmission (CVT) .. 134
tant information on parking your Parking ............................................ 137
vehicle, and the braking system. Braking System.............................. 138
Towing a Trailer ............................ 138
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ................ 139
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Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks 4. Check that any items you may be 9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that
and adjustments every day before carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened
you drive your vehicle. fastened down securely. their seat belts (see page 14 ).
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, 5. Check the seat adjustment (see 10.When you start the engine, check
and outside lights are clean and page 76 ). the gauges and indicator lights in
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, the instrument panel (see page
or ice. 6. Check the adjustment of the 53 ).
inside and outside mirrors (see
2. Check that the hood and trunk are page 83 ).
fully closed.
7. Check the steering wheel
3. Visually check the tires. If a tire adjustment (see page 68 ).
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure. 8. Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
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Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake. 5. If the engine does not start within NOTICE: The engine is harder to start
15 seconds, or starts but stalls in cold weather. Also, the thinner air
2. In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet
electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed halfway (2,400 meters) adds to this problem.
the drain on the battery. down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
3. Manual Transmission: so the engine does not race.
Push the clutch pedal down all the
way. 6. If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
Automatic Transmission: down and hold it there while
Make sure the shift lever is in starting to clear flooding. If the
Park. Press on the brake pedal. engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
4. Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in START for more than
15 seconds at a time. If the engine
does not start right away, pause
for at least 10 seconds before
trying again.
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5-speed Manual Transmission
Come to a full stop before you shift When slowing down, you can get
into Reverse. You can damage the extra braking from the engine by
transmission by trying to shift into shifting to a lower gear. This extra
Reverse with the vehicle moving. braking can help you maintain a safe
Push down the clutch pedal, and speed and prevent your brakes from
pause for a few seconds before overheating while going down a
shifting into Reverse, or shift into steep hill. Before downshifting,
one of the forward gears for a make sure the vehicle speed is low
moment. This stops the gears so enough that you will not activate the
they won’t ‘‘grind.’’ engine speed limiter in the lower
gear. On all models except U.S. DX,
make sure the engine speed will not
go into the tachometer’s red zone in
The manual transmission is syn- the lower gear before downshifting.
chronized in all forward gears for
smooth operation. It has a lockout so
you cannot shift directly from Fifth
to Reverse. When shifting up or Rapid slowing or speeding-up
down, make sure you push the clutch can cause loss of control on
pedal down all the way, shift to the slippery surfaces. If you crash,
next gear, and let the pedal up you can be injured.
gradually. When you are not shifting,
do not rest your foot on the clutch Use extra care when driving on
pedal. This can cause your clutch to slippery surfaces.
wear out faster.
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5-speed Manual Transmission
Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter U.S. DX model

Drive in the highest gear that lets All models except U.S. DX If you exceed the maximum speed
the engine run and accelerate If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, you may feel
smoothly. This will give you good for the gear you are in, the engine the engine cut in and out. This is
fuel economy and effective speed will enter into the tachometer’s caused by a limiter in the engine’s
emissions control. The following shift red zone. If this occurs, you may feel computer controls. The engine will
points are recommended: the engine cut in and out. This is run normally when you reduce the
caused by a limiter in the engine’s engine speed by upshifting or
Shift up Normal acceleration computer controls. The engine will slowing down.
run normally when you reduce the
1st to 2nd 15 mph (24 km/h) RPM below the red zone. Before downshifting, make sure the
2nd to 3rd 27 mph (43 km/h) vehicle speed is low enough that you
3rd to 4th 39 mph (63 km/h) Before downshifting, make sure the will not activate the engine speed
4th to 5th 53 mph (85 km/h) engine will not go into the limiter in the lower gear.
tachometer’s red zone.
Shift up Cruise from acceleration
1st to 2nd 9 mph (14 km/h)

2nd to 3rd 20 mph (32 km/h)
3rd to 4th 33 mph (53 km/h)
4th to 5th 48 mph (77 km/h)
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Automatic Transmission
Shift Lever Position Indicators Shifting

SHIFT LEVER
U.S.: LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si Canada: DX RELEASE BUTTON
These indicators on the instrument To shift from any position, press

panel show which position the shift firmly on the brake pedal and press
lever is in. the release button on the front of the
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a shift lever. You cannot shift out of
few seconds when you turn the Park when the ignition switch is in
ignition switch to ON (II). If it LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I).
flashes while driving (in any shift
position), it indicates a possible
problem in the transmission. Avoid
rapid acceleration and have the trans-
mission checked by a Honda dealer U.S.: DX
as soon as possible.
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To shift from: Do this: To avoid transmission damage, come Drive (D) − Use this position for
P to R Press the brake pedal and to a complete stop before shifting your normal driving. The transmis-
press the release button. into Park. The shift lever must be in sion automatically selects a suitable
R to P Park before you can remove the key gear for your speed and acceleration.
N to R Press the release button. from the ignition switch. You may notice the transmission
D3 to 2 shifting up at higher speeds when
2 to D3 Reverse (R) − Press the brake the engine is cold. This helps the
D3 to D pedal and press the release button to engine warm up faster.
D to N Move the lever. the front of shift lever to shift from
D to D3 Park to Reverse. To shift from Drive (D3) −This position is similar
N to D Reverse to Neutral, come to a to D, except only the first three
R to N complete stop and then shift. gears are selected. Use D3 to provide
engine braking when going down a
Park (P) − This position mechani- Neutral (N) − Use Neutral if you steep hill. D3 can also keep the
cally locks the transmission. Use need to restart a stalled engine, or if transmission from cycling between
Park whenever you are turning off or it is necessary to stop briefly with third and fourth gears in stop-and-go
starting the engine. To shift out of the engine idling. Shift to the Park driving.
Park, you must press on the brake position if you need to leave your
pedal and have your foot off the vehicle for any reason. Press on the
accelerator pedal. brake pedal when you are moving
the shift lever from Neutral to
If you have done all of the above and another gear.
still cannot move the lever out of
Park, see Shift Lock Release on
page 133 .
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Second (2) − This position locks Engine Speed Limiter

the transmission in second gear. It All models except U.S. DX
does not downshift to first gear If you exceed the maximum speed
when you come to a stop. for the gear you are in, the engine
speed will enter into the tachometer’s
Use Second gear: red zone. If this occurs, you may feel
For more power when climbing. the engine cut in and out. This is
To increase engine braking when caused by a limiter in the engine’s
going down steep hills. computer controls. The engine will
For starting out on a slippery run normally when you reduce the
surface or in deep snow. RPM below the red zone.
U.S. DX model
If you exceed the maximum speed
for the gear you are in, you may feel
the engine cut in and out. This is
caused by a limiter in the engine’s
computer controls. The engine will
run normally when you reduce the
engine speed by upshifting or
slowing down.
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Shift Lock Release 3. Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift RELEASE BUTTON
Do this if pushing on the brake pedal Lock Release slot cover next to
and pressing the release button does the shift lever. Using a small flat-
not shift the transmission out of tipped screwdriver or small metal
park: plate, carefully pry on the edge of
the cover to remove it.
1. Set the Parking brake.
4. Insert the key in the Shift Lock
2. Remove the key from the ignition Release slot.
switch.
5. Push down on the key while you SHIFT LOCK
press the release button on the RELEASE SLOT
shift lever and move the shift lever
out of Park to Neutral. 6. Remove the key from the Shift
Lock Release slot, then reinstall
the cover. Make sure the notch on
the cover is on the left side.
Return the key to the ignition
switch, press the brake pedal, and
restart the engine.
COVER If you need to use the Shift Lock

Release, it means your vehicle is
developing a problem. Have it
checked by a Honda dealer.
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Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Continuously Variable Shift Lever Position Indicators Shifting

Transmission (CVT)
On HX model SHIFT LEVER
Honda’s Continuously Variable
Transmission’s unique design
provides a smooth, constant flow of
power. It is electronically controlled
for more precise operation and
better fuel economy.
RELEASE BUTTON
These indicators on the instrument To shift from any position, press the
panel show which position the shift release button on the front of the
lever is in. shift lever. You cannot shift out of
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Park when the ignition switch is in
few seconds when you turn the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I).
ignition switch to ON (II). If it
flashes while driving (in any shift
position), it indicates a possible
problem in the transmission. Avoid
rapid acceleration and have the trans-
mission checked by a Honda dealer
as soon as possible.
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To shift from: Do this: To avoid transmission damage, come Reverse (R) − To shift from Re-
P to R Press the brake pedal and to a complete stop before shifting verse to Park, see the explanation
press the release button. into Park. The shift lever must be in under Park. To shift to Reverse from
R to P Park before you can remove the key Neutral, come to a complete stop
N to R Press the release button. from the ignition switch. first. Press the release button before
S to L shifting into Reverse from Neutral.
L to S
S to D Neutral (N) − Use Neutral if you
D to S Move the lever. need to restart a stalled engine, or if
D to N it is necessary to stop briefly with
N to D the engine idling. Shift to the Park
R to N position if you need to leave your
vehicle for any reason. Press on the
Park (P) − This position mechani- brake pedal when you are moving
cally locks the transmission. Use the shift lever from Neutral to
Park whenever you are turning off or another gear.
starting the engine. To shift out of
Park, you must press on the brake
pedal and have your foot off the
accelerator pedal.
If you have done all of the above and
still cannot move the lever out of
Park, see Shift Lock Release on
page 133 .
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Drive (D) − Use this position for Low (L) − To shift to Low, press Maximum Allowable Speeds
your normal driving. The the release button on the front of the The CVT shifts automatically to
transmission automatically adjusts to shift lever. Use Low to get more maintain proper engine speed in any
keep the engine at the best speed for power when climbing, and for shift position.
driving conditions. To help the maximum engine braking when
engine warm up faster, the going down steep hills. When the vehicle reaches the
transmission will select ratios that maximum speed in any shift position,
allow the engine to run at higher For faster acceleration when in D, S you may feel the engine cut in and
speeds when it is cold. or L, the transmission will out. This is caused by a limiter (112
automatically ‘‘kick down’’ to a lower mph, 180 km/h) in the engine’s
Second (S) − Selecting Second range of ratios by pushing the computer controls. The engine will
shifts the transmission into a lower accelerator pedal to the floor. run normally when you reduce the
range of ratios for better speed to below the maximum.
acceleration and increased engine
braking. Use Second when you are
going down a steep hill, or in stop-
and-go driving.
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Parking
Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn
you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the
the parking brake is set firmly or windows are closed. curb. If you have a manual
your vehicle may roll if it is on an transmission, put it in first gear.
incline. Turn off the lights.
If the vehicle is facing downhill,
If your vehicle has an automatic Place any packages, valuables, etc. turn the front wheels toward the
transmission, set the parking brake in the trunk or take them with you. curb. If you have a manual
before you put the transmission in transmission, put it in reverse gear.
Park. This keeps the vehicle from Lock the doors.
moving and putting pressure on the Make sure the parking brake is
parking mechanism in the Never park over dry leaves, tall fully released before driving away.
transmission. grass, or other flammable Driving with the parking brake
materials. The hot three way partially set can overheat or
catalytic converter could cause damage the rear brakes.
these materials to catch on fire.
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Braking System, Towing a Trailer
Braking System Check the brakes after driving etc.). If one circuit should develop a
All Civics are equipped with front through deep water. Apply the problem, you will still have braking
disc brakes. The brakes on the rear brakes moderately to see if they feel at two wheels.
wheels are drum. A power assist normal. If not, apply them gently and
helps reduce the effort needed on frequently until they do. Be extra Brake Wear Indicators
the brake pedal. The ABS (on some cautious in your driving. If the brake pads need replacing, you
models) helps you retain steering will hear a distinctive, metallic
control when braking very hard. Braking System Design screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. If you do not have
Resting your foot on the pedal keeps the brake pads replaced, they will
the brakes applied lightly, builds up screech all the time. It is normal for
heat, and reduces their effectiveness. the brakes to occasionally squeal or
It also keeps your brake lights on all squeak when you apply them.
the time, confusing drivers behind Front
you. Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a
Constant application of the brakes trailer. Attempting to do so can void
when going down a long hill builds your warranties.
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 The hydraulic system that operates
lower gear. the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the left-front brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
On U.S. EX and Canadian Si-G models You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pedal when the ABS activates, and
helps prevent the brakes from you may hear some noise. This is ABS INDICATOR
locking up and helps you retain normal: it is the ABS rapidly
steering control by pumping the pumping the brakes. On dry
brakes rapidly, much faster than a pavement, you will need to press on
person can do it. the brake pedal very hard before the
ABS activates. However, you may
You should never pump the brake pedal. feel the ABS activate immediately if
Let the ABS work for you by always you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
keeping firm, steady pressure on the
brake pedal. This is sometimes
referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
The ABS is self-checking each time

the vehicle is started and moved.
The ABS indicator will come on if
anything goes wrong. If the ABS
indicator comes on, the brakes still
work like a conventional system, but
without anti-lock. You should have a
dealer inspect your vehicle as soon
as possible.
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a

ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or
distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
vehicle. It only helps with the snow, than a vehicle without anti-
steering control during braking. lock. Slow down and allow a greater
distance between vehicles under
ABS will not prevent a skid that those conditions.
results from changing direction
abruptly, such as trying to take a
corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed for the road and weather
conditions.
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.
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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 ..................... 149
maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations............................... 151
Adding Engine Oil ......................... 152
This section also includes Changing the Oil and Filter .......... 154
Maintenance Schedules for normal Windshield Washers ..................... 156
driving and severe driving conditions, Engine Coolant ............................... 157
a Maintenance Record, and instruc- Power Steering Fluid ..................... 159
tions for simple maintenance tasks Automatic Transmission Fluid..... 160
you may want to take care of Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 162
yourself. Timing Belt ..................................... 162
Brake and Clutch Fluid ................. 163
If you have the skills and tools to per- Lights .............................................. 164
form more complex maintenance Seat Belts ........................................ 169
tasks on your Honda, you may want Floor Mats ...................................... 169
to purchase the Service Manual. See Dust and Pollen Filter ................... 169
page 221 for information on how to Wiper Blades .................................. 170
obtain a copy, or see your Honda Tires ................................................ 172
dealer. Checking the Battery .................... 178
Vehicle Storage .............................. 179
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Maintenance Safety
All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. Do
section should be performed by a not run the engine unless
Honda technician or qualified instructed to do so.
mechanic.
Improperly maintaining this
Important Safety Precautions vehicle or failing to correct a
To eliminate potential hazards, read problem before driving can Failure to properly follow
the instructions before you begin, cause a crash in which you can maintenance instructions and
and make sure you have the tools be seriously hurt or killed. precautions can cause you to
and skills required. be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection,
Make sure your vehicle is parked maintenance recommendations, Always follow the procedures
on level ground, the parking brake and schedules in this owner’s and precautions in this owner’s
is set, and the engine is off. manual. manual.
To clean parts, use a commercially

available degreaser or parts Potential Vehicle Hazards Some of the most important safety
cleaner, not gasoline. Carbon Monoxide poison from precautions are given here. However,
engine exhaust. Be sure there is we cannot warn you of every
To reduce the possibility of fire or adequate ventilation whenever you conceivable hazard that can arise in
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, operate the engine. performing maintenance. Only you
and flames away from the battery can decide whether or not you
and all fuel-related parts. Burns from hot parts. Let the should perform a given task.
engine and exhaust system cool
Wear eye protection and before touching any parts.
protective clothing when working
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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 ‘‘severe’’ conditions, you
on the engine, brakes, and many Conditions if you drive your vehicle should follow the Normal Conditions
other vehicle parts. The load limit MAINLY under one or more of the Maintenance Schedule.
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.
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).
Used primarily as a delivery
Always use unleaded gasoline with vehicle or taxi that is driven
the proper octane rating (see page mostly in stop-and-go traffic and/
114 ). or parked with the engine idling.
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Maintenance Schedule
Your authorized Honda dealer U.S. Vehicles: Engine oil level − Check every
knows your vehicle best and can Maintenance, replacement, or time you fill the fuel tank. See
provide competent, efficient service. repair of emissions control page 117 .
However, service at a dealer is not devices and systems may be done
mandatory to keep your warranties by any automotive repair Engine coolant level − Check the
in effect. Maintenance may be done establishment or individual using radiator reserve tank every time
by any qualified service facility or parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA you fill the fuel tank. See page 118 .
skilled person to keep your warranty standards.
in effect. Keep all the receipts as Automatic transmission − Check
proof of completion, and have the According to state and federal the fluid level monthly. See page
person who does the work fill out the regulations, failure to perform 160 .
Maintenance Record. Check your maintenance on the items marked
warranty booklet for more with ＃ will not void your emissions Brakes − Check the fluid level
information. warranties. However, Honda monthly. See page 163 .
recommends that all maintenance
We recommend the use of Honda services be performed at the Tires − Check the tire pressure
parts and fluids whenever you have recommended time or mileage monthly. Examine the tread for
maintenance done. period to ensure long-term reliability. wear and foreign objects. See page
172 .
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
You should check the following Lights − Check the operation of
items at the specified intervals. If the headlights, parking lights,
you are unsure of how to perform taillights, high-mount brake light,
any check, turn to the appropriate and license plate lights monthly.
page listed. See page 164 .
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Normal Maintenance
miles x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
Schedule if the severe driving
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
conditions specified in the Severe
Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Conditions Maintenance Schedule on
Replace engine oil page 147 do not apply.
(Or every 1 year, whichever comes first)
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 175 ) Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY
Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions

Replace engine oil filter
drive under ‘‘severe’’ conditions, you
Check front and rear brakes
should follow the Normal Conditions
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items: Maintenance Schedule.
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots (Or every 1 year, whichever comes first)
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system＃
Fuel lines and connections＃
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Replace dust and pollen filter (Or every 2 years, whichever comes first)
Replace air cleaner element
＃: See information on maintenance and emission warranty on page 144 .
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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
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
(Otherwise adjust only if noisy)
Replace automatic transmission fluid＊1
Replace manual transmission fluid
Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions
(Or every 6 years, whichever comes first)

Replace CVT transmission fluid＊2
Inspect idle speed
Replace timing belt, and inspect auto-tensioner and
water pump (Or every 7 years, whichever comes first)
Replace engine coolant 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)
＊1: Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years.
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Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Severe Maintenance
miles x 1,000 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150
Schedule if you drive your vehicle
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
MAINLY under one or more of the
Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month following conditions:
Replace engine oil Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months, Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per
whichever comes first trip or, in freezing temperatures,
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 175 ) Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) driving less than 10 miles (16 km)
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

Replace engine oil filter
per trip.
Check front and rear brakes
Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Inspect the following items: (Or every 1 year, whichever comes first) (32°C)] conditions.
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Extensive idling or long periods of
Suspension components, Driveshaft boots stop and go driving, such as a taxi or
Check parking brake adjustment a commercial delivery vehicle.
Inspect the following items: Driving with a roof rack, or driving
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
in mountainous conditions.
All fluid levels and condition of fluids (Or every 1 year, whichever comes first)
Exhaust system＃, Fuel lines and connections＃
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody roads.
Inspect and adjust drive belts For Canadian Owners − Follow the
Replace dust and pollen filter＊1 (Or every 2 years, whichever comes first) Maintenance Schedule for Severe
Replace air cleaner element Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule Conditions.
except in dusty conditions)
＊1 : See dust and pollen filter on page 169 for replacement information under special driving conditions.
＃ : See information on maintenance and emission warranty on page 144 .
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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
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
(Otherwise adjust only if noisy)
Replace automatic transmission fluid＊1
Replace manual transmission fluid
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions
(Or every 3 years, whichever comes first)

Replace CVT transmission fluid＊2
Inspect idle speed
Replace timing belt＃, ＊3, inspect auto-tensioner and
water pump (Or every 7 years, whichever comes first)
Replace engine coolant 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)
＊3: See timing belt on page 162 for replacement information under special driving conditions.
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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 147 ). 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
(or 1 year) Date (or 3 years) Date
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
(or 2 years) Date (or 4 years) 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
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
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Fluid Locations
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID

(Orange loop) FILL CAP (Gray cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(Gray cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE POWER STEERING

COOLANT FLUID (Red cap)
RESERVOIR
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION FLUID
DIPSTICK (CVT)
RADIATOR CAP (Yellow loop)
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Adding Engine Oil
ENGINE OIL Recommended Engine Oil Honda Motor Oil is the preferred
FILL CAP Oil is a major contributor to your 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is
engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for
detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make
Certification Seal. This seal indicates sure the API Certification Seal says
the oil is energy conserving, and that ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil

fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment. Install the engine oil
fill cap and tighten it securely. Wait a API CERTIFICATION SEAL
few minutes and recheck the oil level.
Do not fill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine.
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Adding Engine Oil
The oil viscosity or weight is Synthetic Oil

provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if
5W-20 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements
round protection of your Honda to given for a conventional motor oil: it
improve cold weather starting and displays the API Certification Seal
fuel economy. and it is the proper weight. You must
follow the oil and filter change
intervals given in the maintenance
schedule.
Additives
Your Honda does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
affect your engine’s or transmission’s
performance and durability.
Ambient Temperature
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Changing the Oil and Filter
Always change the oil and filter DRAIN BOLT WASHER OIL FILTER
according to the recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. The oil
and filter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly.
Changing the oil and filter requires

special tools and access from
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lift for this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have 2. Open the hood and remove the 3. Remove the oil filter and let the
this maintenance done by a skilled engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil remaining oil drain. A special
mechanic. drain bolt and washer from the wrench (available from your
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil Honda dealer) is required.
1. Run the engine until it reaches into an appropriate container.
normal operating temperature, 4. Install a new oil filter according to
then shut it off. the instructions that come with it.
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Changing the Oil and Filter
5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. NOTICE: Improper disposal of engine
then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure oil can be harmf ul to the environment.
Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within If you change your own oil, please
5 seconds. If it does not, turn off dispose of the used oil properly. Put it
(U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX) the engine and check your work. in a sealed container and take it to a
33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m) recycling center. Do not discard it in a
8. Let the engine run for several trash bin or dump it on the ground.
(U.S.: EX, HX, Canada: Si) minutes, then check the drain bolt
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) and oil filter for leaks.
6. Refill the engine with the recom- 9. Turn off the engine and let it sit
mended oil. for several minutes, then check
the oil level. If necessary, add
Engine oil change capacity more oil.
(including filter):
(U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX)

3.4 US qt (3.2 )
(U.S.: EX, HX, Canada: Si)

3.7 US qt (3.5 )
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Windshield Washers
Check the level in the windshield Fill the reservoir with a good-quality NOTICE: Do not use engine antif reeze
washer reservoir at least monthly windshield washer fluid. This or a vinegar/water solution in the
during normal usage. increases the cleaning capability and windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
prevents freezing in cold weather. can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
On Canadian models: The low washer a vinegar/water solution can damage
level indicator will light when the When you refill the reservoir, clean the windshield washer pump. Use only
level is low. the edges of the windshield wiper commercially-available windshield
blades with windshield washer fluid washer f luid.
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition the blade edges.
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Engine Coolant
Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not

available, you may use another
RESERVE TANK major-brand non-silicate coolant as a Removing the radiator cap
temporary replacement. Make sure it while the engine is hot can
is a high-quality coolant cause the coolant to spray out,
recommended for aluminum engines. seriously scalding you.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion, Always let the engine and
causing the cooling system to radiator cool down before
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling removing the radiator cap.
system flushed and refilled with
Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
If the coolant level in the reserve If the reserve tank is completely

tank is at or below the MIN line, add empty, you should also check the
coolant to bring it up to the MAX line. coolant level in the radiator.
Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
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
3. The coolant level should be up to

the base of the filler neck. Add
RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low.
Pour the coolant slowly and

carefully so you do not spill. Clean
up any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
4. Put the radiator cap back on and

tighten it.
5. Pour coolant into the reserve tank.

1. When the radiator and engine are Fill it to halfway between the MAX
cool, relieve any pressure in the and MIN marks. Put the cap back
cooling system by turning the on the reserve tank.
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down. Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
2. Remove the radiator cap by cooling system. They may not be
pushing down and turning compatible with the coolant or
counterclockwise. engine components.
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Power Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid Always use Honda Power Steering

Fluid. You may use another power
UPPER LEVEL
steering fluid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system flushed and refilled
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering fluid level can

indicate a leak in the system. Check
the fluid level frequently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
LOWER LEVEL
NOTICE: Turning the steering wheel to
Check the level on the side of the f ull lef t or right lock and holding it
reservoir when the engine is cold. there can damage the power steering
The fluid should be between the pump.
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not add power steering fluid to the
UPPER LEVEL mark.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
DIPSTICK (CVT) DIPSTICK (A/T)
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
DIPSTICK (A/T)
Check the fluid level with the engine 2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) 4. Remove the dipstick and check
at normal operating temperature. from the transmission, and wipe it the fluid level. It should be
with a clean cloth. between the upper and lower
1. Park the vehicle on level ground. marks.
Shut off the engine. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
5. If the level is below the lower 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back
mark, add fluid into the filler hole into the transmission.
DIPSTICK (CVT) to bring it to the upper mark (On
CVT model, the HOT side’s upper The transmission should be drained
mark). and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
UPPER MARK Always use Honda ATF-Z1 dations in the maintenance schedule.
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it’s not available, you may use a If you are not sure how to add fluid,
DEXRON III automatic contact your Honda dealer.
transmission fluid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
LOWER MARK use can affect the shift quality.
Have the transmission flushed and
On CVT model refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as
Remove the dipstick and check the soon as it is convenient.
fluid level. There is a HOT side and a
COLD side on the dipstick. It should To thoroughly flush the transmission,
be between the upper and lower the technician should drain and refill
marks on the HOT side. it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive the
vehicle for a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and refill the
transmission a final time.
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Manual Transmission Fluid, Timing Belt
5-speed Manual Transmission If Honda MTF is not available, you Timing Belt
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 The timing belt should be replaced
FILLER BOLT viscosity motor oil with the API at the intervals shown in the
Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR maintenance schedule. Replace the
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a belt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if
temporary replacement. However, you regularly drive your vehicle in
motor oil does not contain the proper one or more of these conditions:
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as In very high temperatures
soon as it is convenient. (over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
The transmission should be drained (under −20°F, −29°C).
Correct Level and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
Check the fluid level with the dations in the maintenance schedule.
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
transmission filler bolt, and carefully
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
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the filler bolt, and tighten it securely.
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Brake and Clutch Fluid
Brake Fluid Clutch Fluid

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

The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight
when your vehicle was new. If you bulb. Handle it by its steel base and
regularly carry heavy items in the protect the glass from contact with
trunk, readjustment may be required. your skin or hard objects. If you
Adjustments should be performed by touch the glass, clean it with
a Honda dealer or other qualified denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
mechanic.
NOTE: Halogen headlight bulbs get
very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter. HOLDER
1. If you need to change the

headlight bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the power steering
reservoir tank by pulling it out of
its holder.
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Lights
4. Insert the new bulb into the hole

and turn it one-quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
5. Push the electrical connector back

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

new bulb.
STAY TAB CONNECTOR 7. (Passenger’s side)

Put the battery back to its original
If you need to change a headlight 2. Remove the electrical connector position, reinstall the bolt in the
bulb on the passenger’s side, remove from the bulb by pushing on the stay and tighten it securely.
the bolt from the stay and push the tab and pulling the connector
battery toward windshield to obtain down. (Driver’s side)
enough working space. Reinstall the power steering
3. Remove the bulb by turning it one- reservoir.
quarter turn counterclockwise.
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Lights
Replacing the Front Side Marker/ 4. Remove the bulb from the socket
Turn Signal and Parking Light by pushing it in and turning the
Bulb bulb counterclockwise until it
unlocks.
BULB
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.
SOCKET
7. Put the inner fender cover in place.
Install the holding clip. Lock it in
place by pushing on the center.
1. If you are changing the bulb on 2. Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to

the driver’s side, start the engine, remove the holding clip from the
turn the steering wheel all the way inner fender, and pull the inner
to the right, and turn off the fender cover back.
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn 3. Remove the socket from the
the steering wheel to the left. headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
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Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its

socket.
BULBS Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
5. Reinstall the socket into the light

SOCKET assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
6. Test the lights to make sure the

new bulb is working.
BULB
FASTENER SOCKETS 7. Reinstall the trunk lining. Make
sure it is installed under the edge
1. Open the trunk. 2. Determine which of the three of the trunk seal.
bulbs is burned out: stop/taillight,
Remove the screw in the center of back-up light or turn signal light. 8. Put the fastener into the hole on
the fastener on the side of the trunk the side of the trunk lining.
lining. Pull the lining back. 3. Remove the socket by turning it Reinstall the screw.
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
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Lights
Replacing a High-mount Brake 3. Reinstall the socket. Turn it

Light Bulb clockwise until it locks. Make sure
the new bulb is working.
BULB
SOCKET
1. Open the trunk and remove the

socket from the light assembly by
turning it one-quarter turn counter-
clockwise.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of its

socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
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Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter
Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat,

make sure it fits properly and that it
LOOP can be used with the floor mat
anchor. Do not put additional floor
mats on top of the anchored mat.
Dust and Pollen Filter

If equipped with A/C
This filter removes the dust and
pollen that is brought in from the
outside through the heating and
cooling system.
Have your Honda dealer replace this

If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft If equipped filter every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
brush with a mixture of mild soap The driver’s floor mat that came under normal conditions. It should
and warm water to clean them. Do with your vehicle hooks over the be replaced every 15,000 miles
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning floor mat anchor. This keeps the (24,000 km) if you drive primarily in
solvents. Let the belts air dry before floor mat from sliding forward and urban areas that have high
you use the vehicle. possibly interfering with the pedals. concentrations of soot in the air, or if
Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat the flow from the climate control
belt anchors can cause the belts to If you remove the driver’s floor mat, system becomes less than usual.
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of make sure to re-anchor it when you
the loops with a clean cloth put it back in your vehicle.
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
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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.
1. Raise the wiper arm off the

windshield.
LOCK TAB BLADE

Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the 2. Disconnect the blade assembly 3. Remove the blade from its holder
hood and wiper arms. 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.
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Wiper Blades
BLADE 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the

holder until the tabs lock.
6. Slide the wiper blade assembly

onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
7. Lower the wiper arm down against

the windshield.
REINFORCEMENT
4. Examine the new wiper blades. If

they have no plastic or metal rein-
forcement along the back edge,
remove the metal reinforcement
strips from the old wiper blade,
and install them in the slots along
the edge of the new blade.
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Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Recommended Tire Pressures for
tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated Normal Driving
size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of The following chart shows the
tread, and correctly inflated. handling, tread life, and riding recommended cold tire pressures for
The following pages give more comfort. most normal driving conditions and
detailed information on how to take speed.
care of your tires and what to do Underinflated tires wear unevenly, (U.S.: DX, HX, Canada:DX)
when they need to be replaced. adversely affect handling and fuel Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
economy, and are more likely to for Normal Driving
fail from being overheated. P185/70R14 87S 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1
kgf/cm )
Using tires that are excessively Overinflated tires can make your
worn or improperly inflated can vehicle ride more harshly, are (Canada: LX)
cause a crash in which you can more prone to damage from road Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
be seriously hurt or killed. hazards, and wear unevenly. for Normal Driving
P185/65R15 86H 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1
Follow all instructions in this We recommend that you visually kgf/cm )
owner’s manual regarding tire check your tires every day. If you
inflation and maintenance. think a tire might be low, check it (U.S.: LX, EX, Canada:Si)
immediately with a tire gauge. Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
P195/60R15 87H 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1
kgf/cm )
The compact spare tire pressure is:

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
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Tires
Tire Pressure Adjustment for High When you return to normal speed Use a gauge to measure the air
Speed Driving driving, be sure to readjust the tire pressure at least once a month. Even
U.S. DX, HX and Canadian DX models pressure for normal driving. You tires that are in good condition may
only should wait until the tires are cold lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1
Honda strongly recommends that before adjusting the tire pressure. to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month.
you not drive faster than posted Remember to check the spare tire at
speed limits and conditions allow. If U.S. LX, EX and Canadian LX, Si models the same time.
you decide it is safe to drive at high Tire pressure for high speed driving
speeds, be sure to adjust the cold tire is the same as for normal driving. Check the pressure in the tires when
pressures as shown below. If you do they are cold. This means the vehicle
not adjust the tire pressure, exces- For convenience, the recommended has been parked for at least three
sive heat can build up and cause tire sizes and cold air pressures are hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
sudden tire failure. on a label on the driver’s doorjamb. km).
(U.S.: DX, HX, Canada:DX) For additional technical information, Add or release air, if needed, to
Cold Tire Pressure see page 210 . match the recommended cold tire
Tire Size for speeds over 100 pressures on page 173 .
mph (160 km/h)
P185/70R14 87S 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 If you check the pressure when the
kgf/cm ) tires are hot (driven for several
miles), you will see readings 4 to 6
psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )
higher than the cold reading. This is
normal; do not release air to match
the cold pressure.
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Tires
Tubeless tires have some ability to Tire Inspection

self-seal if they are punctured. You Every time you check inflation, you
should look closely for punctures if a should also examine the tires for
tire starts losing pressure. damage, foreign objects, and wear.
You should look for:
You should get your own tire
pressure gauge and use it whenever Bumps or bulges in the tread or
you check your tire pressures. This side of the tire. Replace the tire if
will make it easier for you to tell if a you find either or these conditions.
pressure loss is due to a tire problem
and not due to a variation between Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
gauges. of the tire. Replace the tire if you
can see fabric or cord.
Excessive tread wear. When you

see a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide
band running across the tread,
there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6
mm) of tread left on the tire.
Replace the tire if you can see
three or more tread wear
indicators around it.
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Tires
Tire Maintenance Have your dealer check the tires if Tire Rotation
you feel a consistent vibration while
INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS driving. A tire should always be Front Front
rebalanced if it is removed from the
wheel. When you have new tires
installed, make sure they are
balanced. This increases riding
comfort and tire life. For best results,
have the installer perform a dynamic
balance.
NOTICE: Improper wheel’s weights (Front Non-directional (Front Directional

TREAD WEAR INDICATOR can damage your vehicle’s aluminum Tires and Wheels) Tires and Wheels)
wheels. Use only genuine Honda wheel’s
In addition to proper inflation, weights f or balancing. To help increase tire life and
correct wheel alignment helps to distribute wear more evenly, rotate
decrease tire wear. If you find a tire the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000
is worn unevenly, have your dealer km). Move the tires to the positions
check the wheel alignment. shown in the chart each time they
are rotated. If you purchase
directional tires, rotate only front-to-
back.
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Tires
Replacing Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications

Replace your tires with radial tires of Wheels:
the same size, load range, speed Installing improper tires on your (U.S.: DX, Canada: DX)
rating, and maximum cold tire vehicle can affect handling and 14 x 5 1/2 JJ
pressure rating (as shown on the stability. This can cause a crash (U.S.: LX, Canada: LX)
tire’s sidewall). Mixing radial and in which you can be seriously 15 x 6 JJ
bias-ply tires on your vehicle can hurt or killed. (U.S.: EX, Canada: Si)
reduce braking ability, traction, and 15 x 6 JJ(Aluminum Wheel)
steering accuracy. Using tires of a Always use the size and type of (U.S.: HX)
different size or construction can tires recommended in this 14 x 5 1/2 JJ(Aluminum Wheel)
cause the ABS to work inconsistently. owner’s manual.
Tires:
It is best to replace all four tires at (U.S.: DX, HX, Canada: DX)
the same time. If that is not possible P185/70R14 87S
or necessary, replace the two front (Canada: LX)
tires or two rear tires as a pair. P185/65R15 86H
Replacing just one tire can seriously (U.S.: LX, EX, Canada: Si)
affect your vehicle’s handling. P195/60R15 87H
If you ever replace a wheel, make See page 210 for DOT tire quality
sure that the wheel’s specifications grading information, and page
match those of the original wheels. 211 for tire size explanation.
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Tires
Winter Driving Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the
Tires marked ‘‘M ＋ S’’ or ‘‘All Because your Honda has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can
Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
weather tread design suitable for cable-type traction devices, with suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
most winter driving conditions. rubber chain tensioners on the front driving if they are hitting any part of
tires. Use traction devices only when the vehicle.
For the best performance in snowy required by driving conditions or
or icy conditions, you should install local laws. Make sure they are the
snow tires or tire chains. They may correct size for your tires. Make link-
be required by local laws under type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.
certain conditions.
When installing cables, follow the
Snow Tires manufacturer’s instructions, and
If you mount snow tires on your mount them as tight as you can.
Honda, make sure they are radial Make sure they are not contacting
tires of the same size and load range the brake lines or suspension. Drive
as original tires. Mount snow tires on slowly with them installed. If you
all four wheels. The traction hear them coming into contact with
provided by snow tires on dry roads the body or chassis, stop and
may be lower than your original tires. investigate. Remove them as soon as
Check with the tire dealer for you begin driving on cleared roads.
maximum speed recommendations.
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Checking the Battery
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to
white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to
remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s
solution of baking soda and water. It electrical system. Always disconnect
will bubble up and turn brown. When the negative (−) cable first, and
this stops, wash it off with plain reconnect it last.
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
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 Honda dealer or a
Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the
monthly by looking at the test battery to explode with enough
indicator window. The label on the WARNING: Battery posts, force to kill or seriously hurt you.
battery explains the test indicator’s terminals, and related accessories
colors. 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
maintenance.
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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 If possible, run the engine for a
the car is being stored indoors). while periodically until it reaches
Fill the fuel tank. full operating temperature (the
Disconnect the battery. cooling fan cycle on and off twice).
Change the engine oil and filter. Preferably once a month.
Support the front wiper blade
Wash and dry the exterior arms with a folded towel or rag so If you store your vehicle for 12
completely. they do not touch the windshield. months or longer, have your Honda
dealer perform the inspections called
Clean the interior. Make sure the To minimize sticking, apply a for in the 24 months/30,000 miles
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are silicone spray lubricant to all door maintenance schedule (Normal
completely dry. and trunk seals. Also, apply a Conditions) as soon as you take it
vehicle body wax to the painted out of storage (see page 145 ). The
Leave the parking brake off. Put surfaces that mate with the door replacements called for in the
the transmission in Reverse and trunk seals. maintenance schedule are not
(5-speed manual) or Park needed unless the vehicle has
(automatic). actually reached that time or mileage.
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire....................... 182

common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 183
experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start .............. 189
gives you information about how to Jump Starting ................................. 191
safely evaluate the problem and what If the Engine Overheats ............... 192
to do to correct it. If the problem has Low Oil Pressure Indicator .......... 195
stranded you on the side of the road, Charging System Indicator........... 195
you may be able to get going again. Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 196
If not, you will also find instructions Brake System Indicator ................ 197
on getting your vehicle towed. Closing the Moonroof ................... 198
Fuses ............................................... 199
Fuse Locations ........................... 201
Emergency Towing ....................... 203
Taking Care of the Unexpected 181

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Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
temporary replacement only. Get you are using the compact spare tire:
your regular tire repaired or replaced
and put it back on your vehicle as Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
soon as you can. under any circumstances.
Check the inflation pressure of the This tire gives a harsher ride and
compact spare tire every time you less traction on some road
check the other tires. It should be surfaces than the regular tire. Use
inflated to: greater caution while driving on
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) this tire.
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR
Do not mount snow chains on it.
Replace the tire when you can see
Do not use your compact spare the tread wear indicator bars. The
tire on another vehicle unless it is replacement should be the same size
the same make and model. 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 (automatic) lifting up on the back edge.
or 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.
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JACK JACKING POINTS
WHEEL 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 wrench. point. Turn the end bracket
remove the jack. 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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WHEEL
NUTS
WHEEL NUTS
WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION WHEEL COVER
9. Use the extension and wheel 10. DX and LX models: 11.Remove the flat tire. Place the flat
wrench as shown to raise the Remove the wheel nuts and wheel tire on the ground with the outside
vehicle until the flat tire is off the cover. The wheel nuts will be very surface facing up.
ground. hot if you were recently driving.
The wheel cover cannot be
removed without first removing
the wheel nuts. Do not attempt to
forcibly pry the wheel cover off
with a screwdriver or other tool.
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BRAKE HUB
12.Before mounting the spare tire, 13.Put on the spare tire. Put the 14.Lower the vehicle to the ground
wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack.
surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub pattern with the wheel wrench
carefully; it may be hot from until the wheel is firmly against
driving. the hub. Do not try to tighten
them fully.

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WING BOLT SPACER

CONE
15.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 16. On HX and EX models in the U.S., Si 17.Place the flat tire face down in the
the same crisscross pattern. Have model in Canada spare tire well.
the wheel nut torque checked at Remove the center cap before
the nearest automotive service storing the flat tire in the trunk 18.Remove the spacer cone from the
facility. well. wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
Tighten the wheel nuts to: back on the bolt.
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
19.Secure the flat tire by screwing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
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20.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.
21.Store the wheel cover or center

cap in the trunk. Make sure it does
not get scratched or damaged.
22.Lower the trunk floor, then close

the trunk lid.

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If the Engine Won’t Start
Diagnosing why your 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 203 ).
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 dis-
in Park or Neutral. charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). the battery and terminal connec-
Turn on the headlights and check tions (see page 178 ). You can
their brightness. If the headlights then try jump starting the vehicle
are very dim or don’t light at all, from a booster battery (see page
the battery is discharged. See 191 ).
Jump Starting on page 191 .

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If the Engine Won’t Start
The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will
In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may need a qualified technician to find
speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working. the problem. See Emergency
than normal, when you turn the Towing on page 203 .
ignition switch to START (III), but There may be an electrical
the engine does not run. problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
Are you using the proper starting (see page 199 ).
procedure? Refer to Starting the
Engine on page 127 .
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 70 ).

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Jump Starting
Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle:

procedure, you should take several 1. Open the hood and check the
precautions. physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or like ice, do not try
A battery can explode if you do jump starting until it thaws.
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone NOTICE: If a battery sits in extreme
nearby. cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
Keep all sparks, open flames, battery can cause it to rupture.
and smoking materials away
from the battery. 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- 4. Connect the second jumper cable
sories: heater, A/C, climate to the negative (−) terminal on
control, stereo system, lights, etc. the booster battery. Connect the
You cannot start a Honda with an Put the transmission in Neutral or other end to the grounding strap
automatic transmission by pushing Park, and set the parking brake. as shown. Do not connect this
or pulling it. jumper cable to any other part of
3. Connect one jumper cable to the the engine.
positive (＋) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to 5. If the booster battery is in another
the positive (＋) terminal on the vehicle, have an assistant start
booster battery. that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
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Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats
6. Start your vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats

motor still operates slowly, check The pointer of your vehicle’s
the jumper cable connections to temperature gauge should stay in Steam and spray from an
make sure they have good metal- the midrange. If it climbs to the red overheated engine can
to-metal contact. mark, you should determine the seriously scald you.
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
7. Once your vehicle is running, hill, etc.). Do not open the hood if steam
disconnect the negative cable from is coming out.
your vehicle, then from the If your vehicle overheats, you
booster battery. Disconnect the should take immediate action. The
positive cable from your vehicle, only indication may be the
then from the booster battery. temperature gauge climbing to or
above the red mark. Or you may
Keep the ends of the jumper cables see steam or spray coming from
away from each other and any metal under the hood.
on the vehicle until all are
disconnected. Otherwise, you may NOTICE: Driving with the
cause an electrical short. temperature gauge pointer at the red
mark can cause serious damage to
your engine.

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If the Engine Overheats
1. Safely pull to the side of the road. 3. If you do not see steam or spray, 5. Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
Put the transmission in Neutral or leave the engine running and such as a split radiator hose.
Park, and set the parking brake. watch the temperature gauge. If Everything is still extremely hot,
Turn off all the accessories, and the high heat is due to overloading, so use caution. If you find a leak, it
turn on the hazard indicator. the engine should start to cool must be repaired before you
down almost immediately. If it continue driving (see Emergency
2. If you see steam and/or spray does, wait until the temperature Towing on page 203 ).
coming from under the hood, turn gauge comes down to the midpoint,
off the engine. Wait until you see then continue driving. 6. If you don’t find an obvious leak,
no more signs of steam or spray, check the coolant level in the
then open the hood. 4. If the temperature gauge stays at radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
the red mark, turn off the engine. if the level is below the MIN mark.
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If the Engine Overheats
7. If there was no coolant in the 8. Using gloves or large heavy cloth, 10.Put the radiator cap back on
reserve tank, you may need to add turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine and watch
coolant to the radiator. Let the counterclockwise without pushing the temperature gauge. If it goes
engine cool down until the pointer down to the first stop. After the back to the red mark, the engine
reaches the middle of the tempera- pressure releases, push down on needs repair (see Emergency
ture gauge, or lower, before check- the cap, and turn it until it comes Towing on page 203 ).
ing the radiator. off.
11.If the temperature stays normal,
9. Start the engine, and set the check the coolant level in the
temperature control dial to radiator reserve tank. If it has
Removing the radiator cap maximum. Add coolant to the gone down, add coolant to the
while the engine is hot can radiator up to the base of the filler MAX mark. Put the cap back on
cause the coolant to spray out, neck. If you do not have the tightly.
seriously scalding you. proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Always let the engine and Remember to have the cooling
radiator cool down before system drained and refilled with
removing the radiator cap. the proper mixture as soon as you
can.

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator 1. Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator
This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system
come on when the engine is warning indicators. indicator comes on brightly
running. If it starts flashing or stays when the engine is running, the
on, the oil pressure has dropped very 2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute. battery is not being charged.
low or lost pressure. Serious engine Open the hood, and check the oil
damage is possible and you should level (see page 117 ). An engine Immediately turn off all electrical
take immediate action. very low on oil can lose pressure accessories. Try not to use other
during cornering and other driving electrically operated controls such as
NOTICE: Running the engine with low maneuvers. the power windows. Keep the engine
oil pressure can cause serious mechani- running; starting the engine will
cal damage almost immediately. Turn 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the discharge the battery rapidly.
of f the engine as soon as you can level back to the full mark on the
saf ely get the car stopped. dipstick (see page 152 ). Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
4. Start the engine, and watch the oil assistance.
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
203 ).

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
If the indicator comes on If the indicator remains on, or the If your vehicle battery has been
while driving, it means one fuel cap was not loose or missing, disconnected or gone dead, these
of the engine’s emission control have your vehicle checked by the codes are erased. It takes at least
systems may have a problem. Even dealer as soon as possible. three days of driving under various
though you may feel no difference in conditions to set the codes again.
your vehicle’s performance, it can NOTICE: If you keep driving with the
reduce your fuel economy and cause Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you To check if they are set, turn the
increased emissions. Continued can damage your vehicle’s emission ignition to ON (II), without starting
operation may cause serious controls and the engine. Those repairs the engine. The Malfunction
damage. may not be covered by your vehicle’s Indicator Lamp will come on for 20
warranties. seconds. If it then goes off, the
If you have recently refueled your readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5
vehicle, the indicator coming on Readiness Codes times, the readiness codes are not
could be a loose or missing fuel fill Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness set. If possible, do not take your
cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at codes’’ that are part of the on-board vehicle for a state emissions test
least three times. Tightening the cap diagnostics for the emissions until the readiness codes are set.
will not turn the indicator turn off systems. In some states, part of the Refer to State Emissions Testing for
immediately; it takes at least three emissions testing is to make sure more information (see page 215 ).
days of normal driving. these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.

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Brake System Indicator
U.S. Canada The brake system However, if the brake pedal does not
indicator normally feel normal, you should take
comes on when immediate action. A problem in one
you turn the ignition switch ON (II) part of the system’s dual circuit
and as a reminder to check the design will still give you braking at
parking brake. It will stay lit if you do two wheels. You will feel the brake
not fully release the parking brake. pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down and
If the brake system indicator comes you will have to press harder on the
on while driving, the brake fluid level pedal.
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal. Slow down by shifting to a lower
If it does, check the brake fluid level gear, and pull to the side of the road
the next time you stop at a service when it is safe. Because of the long
station (see page 163 ). distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
If the fluid level is low, take your should have it towed and repaired as
vehicle to the dealer and have the soon as possible (see Emergency
brake system inspected for leaks or Towing on page 203 ).
worn brake pads.
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully.

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Closing the Moonroof
On EX model in the U.S., and Si model ROUND PLUG

in Canada
If the electric motor will not close SOCKET
the moonroof, do the following:
1. Check the fuse for the moonroof

motor (see page 202 ). If the fuse
is blown, replace it with one of the
same or lower rating.
MOONROOF
2. Try closing the moonroof. If the WRENCH
new fuse blows immediately or the
moonroof motor still does not
operate, you can close the 4. Use a screwdriver or coin to 5. Insert the moonroof wrench into
moonroof manually. remove the round plug in the the socket behind this plug. Turn
center of the headliner. the wrench until the moonroof is
3. Get the moonroof wrench out of fully closed.
the tool kit in the trunk.
6. Remove the wrench. Reinstall the
round plug.

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Fuses
INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE
TAB
BLOWN
The vehicle’s fuses are located in Checking and Replacing Fuses 1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
two fuse boxes. The interior fuse If something electrical in your (0). Make sure the headlights and
box is located underneath the vehicle stops working, check for all other accessories are off.
steering column. To open it, turn the there is a blown fuse first.
knobs as shown. Determine from the chart on pages 2. Remove the cover from the fuse
201 and 202 or the diagram on the box.
The primary under-hood fuse box is fuse box lid, which fuses control that
located on the passenger’s side next device. Check those fuses first, but 3. Check each of the large fuses in
to the battery. check all the fuses before deciding the under-hood fuse box by
that a blown fuse is the cause. looking through the top at the wire
Replace any blown fuses, and check inside. Remove the screw with a
if the device works. Phillips-head screwdriver.

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Fuses
If you cannot drive the vehicle 6. If the replacement fuse of the

BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time,
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious
of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem in your vehicle.
from one of the other circuits. Make Leave the blown fuse in that
sure you can do without that circuit circuit, and have your vehicle
temporarily (such as the accessory checked by a qualified mechanic.
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown fuse with a Standard for HX, LX and EX models in
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it the U.S., and LX and Si models in
might blow out again. This does not Canada
indicate anything wrong. Replace the If the radio fuse is removed, the
fuse with one of the correct rating as audio system will disable itself. The
4. Check the smaller fuses in the soon as you can. next time you turn on the radio you
under-hood fuse box and all the will see ‘‘ ’’ in the frequency
fuses in the interior fuse box by NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one display. Use the preset buttons to
pulling out each fuse with the fuse that has a higher rating greatly enter the five-digit code (see page
puller provided in the under-hood increases the chances of damaging the 107 ).
fuse box. electrical system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating On all models
5. Look for a burned wire inside the f or the circuit, install one with a lower When the audio system is disabled,
fuse. If it is burned, replace it with rating. the clock setting in the audio system
one of the spare fuses of the same will be canceled. You will need to
rating or lower. reset the clock according to the
instructions in the audio system
section on this owner’s manual.

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Fuse Locations
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

No. Amps. Circuits Protected
1 20 A Condenser Fan
2 15 A Small Light
3 7.5 A Interior Light
4 20 A Cooling Fan
5 10 A Hazard, Turn Signals
6 15 A FI ECU
7 15 A Horn, Brake Light
8 20 A ABS F/S
9 10 A Back Up
10 40 A ABS Motor
11 40 A Rear Defroster
12 40 A Heater Motor
13 40 A Power Window
14 40 A Option
15 20 A Left Headlight
16 20 A Door Lock
17 20 A Right Headlight
18 − Not Used
19 80 A Battery
20 40 A Ignition 1
21−25 7.5 A−30 A Spare Fuses
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Fuse Locations
INTERIOR FUSE BOX

No. Amps. Circuits Protected
6 7.5 A Power Window Relay

7 20 A Moonroof
8 7.5 A Accessory, Radio
9 10 A SIDE SRS
10 7.5 A Meter
11 7.5 A ABS
12 7.5 A Daytime Running Lights＊
13 10 A SRS
14 10 A Power Mirrors
15 10 A (Security)
16 − Not Used
17 15 A Fuel Pump
18 15 A Accessory Power Socket
No. Amps. Circuits Protected 19 7.5 A Turn Signal Lights
20 20 A Front Wipers
1 15 A Ignition Coil 21 − Not Used
2 20 A LAF Heater 22 20 A Front Right Power Window
3 10 A Daytime Running Lights＊ 23 20 A Front Left Power Window
4 10 A Alternator 24 − Not Used
5 − Not Used 25 − Not Used
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Emergency Towing
If your vehicle needs to be towed, Sling-type Equipment − The tow 5-speed Manual Transmission and
call a professional towing service or truck uses metal cables with hooks Continuously Variable Transmission
organization. Never tow your vehicle on the ends. These hooks go around (CVT)
with just a rope or chain. It is very parts of the frame or suspension and Release the parking brake.
dangerous. the cables lift that end of the vehicle Shift the transmission to Neutral.
off the ground. Your vehicle’s sus-
There are three popular types of pension and body can be seriously Automatic Transmission:
professional towing equipment. damaged. This method of towing Release the parking brake.
is unacceptable. Start the engine.
Flat-bed Equipment − The operator Shift to D, then to N.
loads your vehicle on the back of a If your Honda cannot be transported Turn off the engine.
truck. This is the best way to trans- by flat-bed, it should be towed by
port your Honda. wheel-lift equipment with the front NOTICE: Improper towing preparation
wheels off the ground. If, due to will damage the transmission. Follow
Wheel-lift Equipment − The tow damage, your vehicle must be towed the above procedure exactly. If you
truck uses two pivoting arms that go with the front wheels on the ground, cannot shif t the transmission or start
under the tires (front or rear) and lift do the following: the engine (automatic transmission),
them off the ground. The other two your vehicle must be transported with
tires remain on the ground. This is the f ront wheels of f the ground.
an acceptable way to tow your
Honda.
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Emergency Towing
With the front wheels on the ground, If you decide to tow your vehicle NOTICE: Trying to lif t or tow your
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther with all four wheels on the ground, vehicle by the bumpers will cause
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the make sure you use a properly- serious damage. The bumpers are not
speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). designed and attached tow bar. designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
If your vehicle is equipped with a described above, and leave the
front spoiler, remove it before ignition switch in Accessory (I) so
towing so it is not damaged. 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.
NOTICE: 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 ................. 206 Emissions Controls........................ 212
you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ................................. 208 The Clean Air Act ...................... 212
your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control
identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ....................... 210 System..................................... 212
includes information you should Treadwear .................................. 210 Evaporative Emissions Control
know about your vehicle’s tires and Traction....................................... 210 System..................................... 212
emissions control systems. Temperature .............................. 211 Onboard Refueling Vapor
Tire Labeling .............................. 211 Recovery ................................. 212
Exhaust Emissions Controls .... 213
PGM-FI System ..................... 213
Ignition Timing Control
System................................. 213
Three Way Catalytic
Converter ............................ 213
Replacement Parts..................... 213
Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 214
State Emissions Testing ............... 215
Testing of Readiness Codes ..... 215
Technical Information 205

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Identification Numbers
Your vehicle has several identifying

numbers located in various places.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
Honda 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 at-
tached to the driver’s doorjamb, and
is stamped on the engine com-
partment bulkhead. The VIN is also
provided in bar code on the
Certification label.
CERTIFICATION LABEL
206 Technical Information

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Identification Numbers
The Engine Number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

the engine block.
The Transmission Number is on a MANUAL TRANSMISSION

NUMBER
label on top of the transmission.
ENGINE NUMBER

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Specifications
Dimensions Capacities
Length 174.7 in (4,438 mm) Fuel tank Approx.
Width 66.7 in (1,695 mm) 13.2 US gal (50 )
＊3
Height 55.1 in (1,399 mm) Engine Change
Wheelbase 103.1 in (2,620 mm) coolant Manual 1.03 US gal (3.9 )
Track Front 57.9 in (1,470 mm) Automatic 1.00 US gal (3.8 )
Rear 57.9 in (1,470 mm) CVT 1.00 US gal (3.8 )
Total
Weights Manual 1.32 US gal (5.0 )
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached Automatic 1.29 US gal (4.9 )
to the driver’s doorjamb. CVT 1.29 US gal (4.9 )
Engine oil Change＊4
Engine Including 3.4 US qt (3.2 )＊5
Type Water cooled 4-stroke filter 3.7 US qt (3.5 )＊6
SOHC＊1, SOHC VTEC＊2 Without filter 3.2 US qt (3.0 )＊5
4-cylinder gasoline engine 3.5 US qt (3.3 )＊6
Bore x Stroke 2.95 x 3.72 in (75.0 x 94.4 mm) Total 4.4 US qt (4.2 )
Displacement 102 cu-in (1,668 cm ) Manual trans- Change 1.6 US qt (1.5 )
Compression ratio 9.5 ＊1 mission fluid Total 1.7 US qt (1.6 )
9.9 ＊2 Automatic Change 2.9 US qt (2.7 )
Spark plugs NGK: PZFR6F-11 transmission 3.4 US qt (3.2 )＊7
DENSO: PKJ20CR-M11 fluid Total 6.3 US qt (6.0 )
＋0
Spark plug Gap 0.04 in (1.1 mm) ＋0.1 mm 6.0 US qt (5.7 )＊7
Windshield U.S. Vehicles 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
＊1 : U.S: DX, LX washer reservoir Canada Vehicles 4.8 US qt (4.5 )
Canada: DX, LX ＊3 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
＊2 : U.S.: HX, EX engine.
Canada: Si Reserve tank capacity: 0.108 US gal (0.41 )
＊4 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
＊5 : U.S: DX, LX Canada: DX, LX
＊6 : U.S: HX, EX Canada: Si ＊7 : HX

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Specifications
Air Conditioning Fuses

Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 202 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 201 or the fuse box
Headlights (HI) 12 V − 60 W (HB3) cover.
Headlights (LO) 12 V − 51 W (HB4)
Front turn signal/Parking light 12 V − 24/2.2 CP Alignment
Rear turn signal lights 12 V − 21 W Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
Stop/Taillights 12 V − 21/5 W Rear −0.08 in (−2.0 mm)
Back-up lights 12 V − 18 W Camber Front 0°
High-mount stop light 12 V − 21 W Rear −45’
License plate lights 12 V − 3 CP Caster Front 2°14’
Ceiling light 12 V − 10 W
Front ceiling light＊1 12 V − 5W Tires
Spotlights 12 V − 5 W ＊1 Size Front/Rear P185/70R14 87S ＊3
12 V − 8 W ＊2 P185/65R15 86H ＊4
Trunk light 12 V − 5W P195/60R15 87H ＊5
Spare T115/70D14 88M ＊6
＊1 : U.S.: EX T125/70D15 95M ＊7
Canada : Si Pressure Front/Rear 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )
＊2 : LX Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Battery ＊3 : U.S.: DX, HX Canada: DX

Capacity 12 V − 36 AH/5 HR ＊4 : Canada: LX
12 V − 38 AH/5 HR ＊5 : U.S.: LX, EX Canada: Si
＊6 : U.S.: DX, HX and LX
Canada : DX, LX and Si
＊7 : U.S.: LX with ABS, EX
Canada: LX with ABS, Si 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- Warning: The traction grade
applicable on the tire sidewall tions of their use, however, and may assigned to this tire is based on
between the tread shoulder and the depart significantly from the norm straight-ahead braking traction tests,
maximum section width. For due to variations in driving habits, and does not include acceleration,
example: service practices and differences in cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
Treadwear 200 road characteristics and climate. traction characteristics.
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger vehicle tires must

conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in addition to these
grades.

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling
Temperature − A, B, C tion, or excessive loading, either R − Tire construction code (R

The temperature grades are A (the separately or in combination, can indicates radial).
highest), B, and C, representing the cause heat buildup and possible tire 16 − Rim diameter in inches.
tire’s resistance to the generation of failure. 94 − Load index (a numerical code
heat and its ability to dissipate heat associated with the maximum
when tested under controlled Tire Labeling load the tire can carry).
conditions on a specified indoor The tires that came on your vehicle V − Speed symbol (an
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high have a number of markings. Those alphabetical code indicating
temperature can cause the material you should be aware of are described the maximum speed rating).
of the tire to degenerate and reduce below.
tire life, and excessive temperature Tire Identification Number
can lead to sudden tire failure. The Tire Size Tire Identification Number (TIN) is
grade C corresponds to a level of Whenever tires are replaced, they a group of numbers and letters that
performance, which all passenger should be replaced with tires of the look like the following example TIN.
vehicle tires must meet under the same size. Following is an example
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety of tire size with an explanation of DOT B97R FW6X 2202
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A what each component means.
represent higher levels of DOT − This indicates that the tire
performance on the laboratory test P225/55R16 94V meets all requirements of
wheel than the minimum required by the U.S. Department of
law. P − Vehicle type (P indicates Transportation.
passenger vehicle). B97R − Manufacturer’s
Warning: The temperature grade for 225 −Tire width in millimeters. identification mark.
this tire is established for a tire that 55 − Aspect ratio (the tire’s section FW6X − Tire type code.
is properly inflated and not over- height as a percentage of its 2202 − Date of manufacture.
loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- width).

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Emissions Controls
The burning of gasoline in your The Clean Air Act case Ventilation valve routes them
vehicle’s engine produces several by- The United States Clean Air Act＊ 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
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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 Crank-

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Exhaust Emissions Controls ing conditions. Replacement Parts

The exhaust emissions controls The emissions control systems are
include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control System designed and certified to work to-
Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust This system constantly adjusts the gether in reducing emissions to
Gas Recirculation and Three Way ignition timing, reducing the amount levels that comply with the Clean Air
Catalytic Converter. These four of HC, CO, and NOx produced. Act. To make sure the emissions
systems work together to control the remain low, you should use only new
engine’s combustion and minimize Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Honda replacement parts or their
the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that System equivalent for repairs. Using lower
comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust The Exhaust Gas Recirculation quality parts may increase the
emissions control systems are (EGR) system takes some of the emissions from your vehicle.
separate from the crankcase and exhaust gas and routes it back into
evaporative emissions control the intake manifold. Adding exhaust The emissions control systems are
systems. gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces covered by warranties separate from
the amount of NOx produced when the rest of your vehicle. Read your
PGM-FI System the fuel is burned. warranty manual for more informa-
The PGM-FI System uses sequential tion.
multiport fuel injection. Three Way Catalytic Converter
It has three subsystems: Air Intake, The three way catalytic converter is
Engine Control, and Fuel Control. in the exhaust system. Through
The Engine Control Module (ECM) chemical reactions, it converts HC,
or the Powertrain Control Module CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
(PCM) uses various sensors to to carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen
determine how much air is going (N2), and water vapor.
into the engine. It then controls how
much fuel to inject under all operat-

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Three Way Catalytic Converter
The three way catalytic converter (U.S. EX and Canadian Si models) (U.S. DX, HX, LX and Canada DX,
contains precious metals that serve LX models)
as catalysts, promoting chemical
reactions to convert the exhaust
gasses without affecting the metals.
The catalytic converter is referred to
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.
The three way catalytic converter

must operate at a high temperature THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER
for the chemical reactions to take THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER
place. It can set on fire any com- A defective three way catalytic
bustible materials that come near it. converter contributes to air pollution, Keep the engine tuned-up.
Park your vehicle away from high and can impair your engine’s per-
grass, dry leaves, or other flamma- formance. Follow these guidelines to Have your vehicle diagnosed and
bles. protect your vehicle’s three way repaired if it is misfiring, back-
catalytic converter. firing, stalling, or otherwise not
running properly.
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 If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator
If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it
emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
battery has been disconnected or date to complete the test. If you must
gone dead, it may not pass the test. get the vehicle re-tested within the Keep the vehicle in Park
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness next two or three days, you can (automatic transmission) or
codes’’ that must be set in the on- condition the vehicle for re-testing Neutral (manual transmission).
board diagnostics for the emissions by doing the following. Increase the engine speed to 2,000
systems. These codes are erased rpm and hold it there until the
when the battery is disconnected, Make sure the gas tank is nearly, temperature gauge rises to at least
and set again only after several days but not completely, full (around 1/4 of the scale (approximately 3
of driving under a variety of 3/4). minutes).
conditions.
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.
Make sure the ambient

temperature is between 20° and
95°F.
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State Emissions Testing
Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban

major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes.
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let
(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several
minutes. Drive on the highway in seconds without using the
D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use accelerator pedal or the brake
the cruise control. When traffic pedal.
allows, drive for 90 seconds
without moving the accelerator If the testing facility determines the
pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary readiness codes are still not set, see
slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot your Honda dealer.
do this for a continuous 90
seconds because of traffic
conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).

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Warranty and Customer Relations
Customer Service
Information ................................. 218
Warranty Coverages ..................... 219
Reporting Safety Defects
(U.S. Vehicles) ........................... 220
Authorized Manuals ...................... 221
Warranty and Customer Relations 217

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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 CLIENTÉLE
If you encounter a problem that your Honda Canada Inc. Vehicle Identification Number
dealership does not solve to your 715 Milner Avenue (see page 206 )
satisfaction, please discuss it with Toronto, ON Name and address of the dealer
the dealership’s management. The M1B 2K8 who services your vehicle
Service Manager or General Date of purchase
Manager can help. Almost all Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 Mileage on your vehicle
problems are solved in this way. Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 Your name, address, and tele-
Toronto (416) 287-4776 phone number
If you are dissatisfied with the A detailed description of the
decision made by the dealership’s In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin problem
management, contact your Honda Islands: Name of the dealer who sold the
Customer Service Office. Bella International vehicle to you
P.O. Box 190816
U.S. Owners: San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4318
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
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 Honda 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 a Honda 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 2004 Honda Warranty Information
warranties cover your vehicle’s emis- mileage limits depend on the type of booklet that came with your vehicle
sions control systems. Time, mileage, accessory and other factors. Please for precise information on warranty
and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty manual for coverages. Your Honda’s original
read the warranty manual for exact details. tires are covered by their
information. manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-
Replacement Parts Limited mation is in a separate booklet.
Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty − covers all Honda
Warranty − this warranty gives up replacement parts against defects in Canadian Owners
to 100 percent credit toward a materials and workmanship. Please refer to the 2004 Warranty
replacement battery. Manual that came with your vehicle.
Warranty and Customer Relations 219

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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.
220 Warranty and Customer Relations

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A Shift Lever Position Indicator .. 130 Brightness Control, Instruments ... 66

Shift Lever Positions ................. 130 Brights, Headlights ......................... 65
Accessories..................................... 120 Shift Lock Release ..................... 133 Bulb Replacement
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Back-up Lights ........................... 167
Position) ........................................ 71 B Brake Lights............................... 167
Accessory Power Socket ................ 88 Front Parking Lights ................. 166
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 152 Battery Front Side Marker Lights......... 166
Airbag (SRS) .............................. 10, 22 Charging System Headlights .................................. 164
Air Conditioning System ................. 91 Indicator............................ 56, 195 High-mount Brake Light .......... 168
Air Outlets (Vents) .......................... 90 Jump Starting ............................. 191 Rear Side Marker Lights .......... 167
Air Pressure, Tires ........................ 172 Maintenance ............................... 178 Specifications ............................. 209
High Speed Driving ................... 173 Specifications ............................. 209 Turn Signal Lights ..................... 166
Normal Driving .......................... 172 Before Driving ............................... 113 Bulbs, Halogen ............................... 164
Alcohol in Gasoline ........................ 212 Belts, Seat ..................................... 8, 19
Antifreeze ....................................... 157 Beverage Holders ............................ 87 C
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Booster Seats ................................... 45
Indicator Light ..................... 57, 139 Brakes Capacities Chart............................. 208
Operation .................................... 139 Anti-lock System (ABS) ............ 139 Carbon Monoxide Hazard .............. 47
Anti-theft Steering Column Break-in, New Linings .............. 114 Carrying Cargo .............................. 122
Lock ............................................... 71 Bulb Replacement ..................... 164 Cassette Player
Audio System ................................... 94 Fluid ............................................ 163 Care ............................................. 106
Automatic Speed Control.............. 110 Parking ........................................ 131 Operation .................................... 104
Automatic Transmission............... 130 System Indicator .................. 57, 197 CAUTION, Explanation of ............... ii
Capacity, Fluid ........................... 208 Wear Indicators ......................... 138 CD Care .......................................... 101
Checking Fluid Level ................ 160 Braking System.............................. 138
Shifting ........................................ 130 Break-in, New Car ......................... 114 CONTINUED
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CD Changer.................................... 100 Clock ............................................... 108 Defects, Reporting Safety............. 220

CD Changer Error Messege ........ 103 Clock, Setting the .......................... 108 Defog and Defrost ........................... 93
CD Error Messege ........................ 102 Clutch Fluid .................................... 163 Defogger, Rear Window ................. 67
CD Player.......................................... 99 CO in the Exhaust ......................... 213 Defrosting the Windows ................. 93
Ceiling Light ..................................... 85 Coat Hook ......................................... 86 Dimensions ..................................... 208
Certification Label ......................... 206 Cold Weather, Starting in ............. 126 Dimming the Headlights ................ 65
Chains ............................................. 177 Compact Spare ............................... 182 Dipstick
Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 183 Consumer Information.................. 218 Automatic Transmission........... 160
Changing Oil Controls, Instruments and .............. 51 Engine Oil ................................... 118
How to ......................................... 152 Coolant Directional Signals ........................... 65
When to....................................... 145 Adding ......................................... 157 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ......... 138
Charging System Indicator .... 56, 195 Checking ..................................... 118 Disposal of Used Oil ...................... 155
Child Safety ...................................... 29 Proper Solution .......................... 157 Doors
Booster Seats ............................... 45 Replacing .................................... 158 Locking and Unlocking ............... 72
Child Seats .................................... 36 Temperature Gauge .................... 61 Power Door Locks ....................... 72
Important Safety Reminders ...... 29 Crankcase Emissions Control DOT Tire Quality Grading ........... 210
Infants ........................................... 34 System......................................... 212 Downshifting, 5-speed Manual
Large Children ............................. 43 Cruise Control Indicator ................. 58 Transmission .............................. 128
LATCH.......................................... 38 Cruise Control Operation ............. 110 Driver and Passenger Safety ............ 5
Risks with Airbags....................... 34 Customer Relations Office ........... 218 Driving ............................................ 125
Small Children.............................. 34 Economy ..................................... 119
Tethers.......................................... 42 D
Where Should a Child Sit? .......... 30
Child Seats DANGER, Explanation of ................. ii
Lower Anchors ............................ 38 Daytime Running Lights................. 65
Tether Anchorage Points ........... 42 Dead Battery .................................. 191
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E Malfunction Indicator Flat Tire, Changing a .................... 183

Lamp ................................. 58, 196 Fluids
Economy, Fuel ............................... 119 Oil Pressure Indicator ......... 56, 195 Automatic Transmission........... 160
Emergencies Oil, What Kind to Use ............... 152 Brake ........................................... 163
Jump Starting ............................. 119 Overheating................................ 192 Clutch .......................................... 163
Towing ........................................ 203 Specifications ............................. 208 Manual Transmission ............... 162
Hazard Warning Flashes ............ 67 Starting........................................ 127 Power Steering........................... 159
Emergencies on the Road............. 182 Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 212 Windshield Washer ................... 156
Battery, Jump Starting .............. 191 Evaporative Emissions Controls .. 212 FM Stereo Radio
Brake System Indicator ............ 197 Exhaust Fumes ................................ 47 Reception ...................................... 97
Changing a Flat Tire ................. 183 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Four-way Flashers ........................... 67
Charging System Indicator ...... 195 Belts by ......................................... 17 Front Seat
Checking the Fuses................... 199 Adjusting ....................................... 11
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...... 195 F Airbags .......................................... 22
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .... 196 Fuel .................................................. 114
Manually Closing Moonroof .... 198 Fan, Interior...................................... 91 Economy ..................................... 119
Overheated Engine ................... 192 Features, Comfort and Fill Door and Cap....................... 115
Emergency Brake ............................ 84 Convenience ................................. 89 Gauge ............................................ 60
Emergency Flashers ....................... 67 Filling the Fuel Tank ..................... 115 Octane Requirement ................. 114
Emergency Towing ....................... 203 Filters Oxygenated ................................ 114
Emergency Trunk Opener ............. 73 Dust and Pollen .......................... 169 Reserve Indicator......................... 58
Emissions Controls........................ 212 Oil ................................................ 154 Tank, Filling the......................... 115
Engine 5-speed Manual Transmission Fuses, Checking the ...................... 199
Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 61 Checking Fluid Level ................ 162
If it won’t start ............................ 189 Shifting the ................................. 128
Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 67 CONTINUED
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Index
G Reminder Beeper ......................... 65 Cruise Control .............................. 58

Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 164 DRL (Daytime Running
Gas Mileage, Improving................ 119 Turning on .................................... 65 Lights)....................................... 57
Gasohol ........................................... 114 Head Restraints ............................... 78 High Beam.................................... 58
Gasoline .......................................... 114 Heating and Cooling ........................ 90 Key (Immobilizer System) ......... 70
Fuel Reserve Indicator ................ 58 High Altitude, Starting at .............. 127 Low Fuel ....................................... 58
Gauge ............................................ 60 High-Low Beam Switch .................. 65 Low Oil Pressure ......................... 56
Octane Requirement ................. 114 High-mount Brake Light............... 168 Side Airbag Off ............................ 56
Tank, Filling the......................... 115 Hood, Opening the ........................ 116 SRS ................................................ 56
Gas Station Procedures................. 115 Horn................................................... 63 Turn Signal and Hazard
Gauges Hydraulic Clutch ............................ 163 Warning .................................... 58
Engine Coolant Temperature .... 61 Washer Level ............................... 58
Fuel ................................................ 60 Indicators, Instrument
Gearshift Lever Positions I Panel .............................................. 53
Automatic Transmission........... 130 Infant Restraint ................................ 34
5-speed Manual Identification Number, Vehicle.... 206 Infant Seats
Transmission.......................... 129 Ignition Lower Anchors ............................ 37
Glove Box ......................................... 87 Keys............................................... 69 Tether Anchorage Points ........... 42
Switch ............................................ 71 Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 172
H Timing Control System ............. 213 High Speed Driving ................... 173
Important Safety Precautions .......... 6 Normal Driving .......................... 172
Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 164 Indicators Inside Mirror .................................... 83
Hazard Warning Flashers............... 67 ABS (Anti-Lock Brake)............... 57 Inspection, Tire .............................. 174
Headlights Brake (Parking and Brake Instrument Panel ......................... 2, 53
Daytime Running Lights............. 65 System) ..................................... 57 Instrument Panel Brightness ......... 66
High Beam Indicator ................... 58 Charging System ......................... 56 Interior Lights .................................. 85
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Introduction ......................................... i Fuel Fill Door ............................. 115 Moonroof .......................................... 82

Power Door .................................. 72 Closing Manually ....................... 198
J Trunk ............................................ 72 Operation ...................................... 82
Low Coolant Level ......................... 118
Jacking up the Vehicle .................. 184 Low Fuel Indicator .......................... 58 N
Jack, Tire ........................................ 183 Lower Anchors................................. 38
Jump Starting ................................. 191 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 128 Neutral Gear Position.................... 131
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .... 56, 195 New Vehicle Break-in ................... 114
K Lubricant Specifications Chart .... 208 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 129
Luggage .......................................... 122 NOTICE, Explanation of .................... i
Keys ................................................... 69 Numbers, Identification ................ 206
M
L O
Maintenance ................................... 141
Label, Certification ........................ 206 Owner Maintenance Checks.... 144 Octane Requirement, Gasoline .... 114
Lane Change, Signaling .................. 65 Record .................................. 149-150 Odometer .......................................... 60
Lap/Shoulder Belts ................... 14, 19 Required Indicator ....................... 62 Odometer, Trip ................................ 60
Lights Safety........................................... 142 Oil
Bulb Replacement ..................... 164 Schedule .............................. 145-148 Change, How to ......................... 154
Indicator ........................................ 56 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 58, 196 Change, When to ....................... 145
Parking .......................................... 57 Manual Transmission.................... 128 Checking Engine ....................... 117
Turn Signal ................................... 58 Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 162 Pressure Indicator ............... 56, 195
Load Limit ...................................... 123 Meters, Gauges ................................ 60 Selecting Proper Viscosity
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ....... 71 Methanol in Gasoline .................... 114 Chart ....................................... 153
Locks Mirrors, Adjusting ........................... 83
Anti-theft Steering Column ........ 71 Modifying Your Vehicle................ 121 CONTINUED
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ON (Ignition Key Position) ............ 71 Protecting Children ......................... 29 Replacement Information

Onboard Refueling Vapor General Guideline ........................ 29 Dust and Pollen Filter ............... 169
Recovery ..................................... 212 Installing a Child Seat ................. 37 Engine Oil and Filter ................. 154
Outside Mirrors ............................... 83 Protecting Infants ........................ 34 Fuses ........................................... 199
Overheating, Engine ..................... 192 Protecting Larger Children ........ 43 Light Bulbs ................................. 164
Owner Maintenance Checks ........ 144 Protecting Small Children .......... 35 Schedule ..................................... 143
Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 212 Selecting Child Seats ................... 36 Spark Plugs................................. 208
Using Child Seats with Timing Belt ................................. 162
P Tethers...................................... 42 Tires ............................................ 172
Using Lower Anchors ................. 38 Wiper Blades .............................. 170
Panel Brightness Control ............... 66 Replacing Seat Belts After a
Park Gear Position......................... 131 R Crash ............................................. 21
Parking ............................................ 137 Reserve Tank, Engine
Parking Brake .................................. 84 Radiator Overheating .................... 192 Coolant ................................ 118, 157
Parking Brake and Brake Radio/CD/Cassette Restraint, Child ................................ 29
System Indicator .......................... 57 Sound System ............................... 94 Reverse Gear Position................... 131
Parking Lights................................ 166 Readiness Codes .................... 196, 215 Roof Rack ....................................... 124
Parking Over Things that Burn ... 214 Rear Lights, Bulb Rotation, Tire ................................. 175
PGM-FI System.............................. 213 Replacement ............................... 167
Power Door Locks ........................... 72 Rear Seat, Folding ........................... 79 S
Power Socket Locations.................. 88 Rear View Mirror ............................. 83
Power Windows ............................... 81 Rear Window Defogger .................. 67 Safety Belts................................... 8, 19
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .......... 17 Reclining the Seat Backs ................ 76 Safety Defects, Reporting＊ .......... 220
Protecting Adults and Teens.......... 11 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 129 Safety Features .................................. 7
Additional Safety Precautions .... 18 Reminder Lights .............................. 56 Airbags .......................................... 10
Advice for Pregnant Women...... 17 Remote Transmitter ........................ 74 Seat Belts ........................................ 8
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Safety Labels, Location of .............. 48 Snow Tires ...................................... 177 State Emissions Testing ............... 215
Safety Messages ................................ ii Sound System ................................... 94 Steam Coming from Engine ......... 192
Seat Belts ...................................... 8, 19 Spare Tire Steering Wheel
Additional Information ................ 19 Inflating ....................................... 172 Adjustment ................................... 68
Automatic Seat Belt Specifications ............................. 209 Anti-theft Column Lock .............. 71
Tensioners ................................ 20 Specifications Charts..................... 208 Steering Wheel Buttons.............. 63
Cleaning ...................................... 169 Speed Control ................................. 110 Stereo Sound System ...................... 94
Lap/Shoulder Belt ................. 14, 19 SRS, Additional Information........... 22 Storing Your Vehicle ..................... 179
Maintenance ................................. 21 Additional Safety Precautions .... 28 Supplemental Restraint
Reminder Light and Beeper ....... 56 Airbag Service .............................. 28 System................................. 10, 22
System Components.................... 19 How the Passenger Airbag Servicing ....................................... 28
Use During Pregnancy................ 18 Cutoff Indicator Light SRS Indicator.......................... 26, 56
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .... 19 Works .................................... 27 System Components.................... 22
Seats, Adjusting the ......................... 76 How the SRS Indicator Synthetic Oil ................................... 153
Serial Number ................................ 206 Works ........................................ 26
Service Intervals ............................ 145 How Your Front Airbags T
Service Manual＊ ............................ 221 Work.......................................... 22
Service Station Procedures .......... 115 How Your Side Airbags Work.... 25 Taillights, Changing
Setting the Clock ........................... 108 SRS Components ......................... 22 Bulbs in ....................................... 167
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 130 SRS Indicator.............................. 26, 56 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 181
Shift Lock Release ......................... 133 START (Ignition Key Position) ..... 71 Tape Player..................................... 104
Side Airbags ............................... 10, 25 Testing of Readiness Codes ..... 215
Cutoff Indicator ........................... 56 Starting the Engine........................ 127
Side Marker Lights, Bulb In Cold Weather at High
Replacement in .................. 166, 168 Altitude ................................... 127
Signaling Turns ................................ 65 With a Dead Battery ................. 191 CONTINUED
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Technical Descriptions Technical Information................... 205 Unleaded Gasoline......................... 114

DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 210 Tools, Tire Changing .................... 183 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ........ 155
Emissions Control Systems ...... 212 Towing
Oxygenated Fuels...................... 114 A Trailer ...................................... 138 V
Three Way Catalytic Emergency Wrecker ................. 203
Converter ................................ 214 Transmission Vanity Mirror ................................... 88
Temperature Gauge ........................ 61 Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Capacity Load .................. 123
Tether Anchorage Points ............... 42 Automatic ............................... 160 Vehicle Dimensions....................... 208
Three Way Catalytic Converter ... 214 Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Identification Number..... 206
Tilt the Steering Wheel................... 68 Manual .................................... 162 Vehicle Storage .............................. 179
Time, Setting the ........................... 108 Fluid Selection ................... 161, 162 Ventiration ........................................ 92
Timing Belt ..................................... 162 Identification Number............... 206 VIN .................................................. 206
Tire Chains ..................................... 177 Shifting the Automatic .............. 130 Viscosity, Oil................................... 153
Tire, How to Change a Flat .......... 183 Shifting the Manual ................... 128
Tires ................................................ 172 Treadwear ...................................... 210 W
Air Pressure ............................... 173 Trip Meter ........................................ 60
Checking Wear .......................... 174 Trunk................................................. 73 WARNING, Explanation of .............. ii
Compact Spare ........................... 182 Opening......................................... 73 Warning Labels, Location of .......... 49
DOT Tire Quality Grading ....... 210 Open Monitor Light .................... 58 Warranty Coverages＊ ................... 219
Inflation ....................................... 172 Turn Signals ..................................... 65 Washer, Windshield
Inspection ................................... 174 Checking the Fluid Level ......... 156
Maintenance ............................... 175 U Indicator ........................................ 58
Replacing .................................... 176 Operation ...................................... 64
Rotating....................................... 175 Unexpected, Taking Care Wheels
Snow ............................................ 177 of the ........................................... 181 Adjusting the Steering ................ 68
Specifications ............................. 209 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..... 210 Alignment and Balance ............. 175
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Compact Spare ........................... 182

Wrench ....................................... 184
Windows
Operating the Power ................... 81
Rear, Defogger ............................ 67
Windshield
Cleaning ........................................ 64
Defroster ...................................... 93
Washers ........................................ 64
Wipers, Windshield
Changing Blades ........................ 170
Operation ...................................... 64
Worn Tires ..................................... 175
Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...... 203
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Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Power Steering Fluid:

Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Power Steering Fluid
number of 86 or higher. Transmission Fluid) preferred, or preferred, or another brand of
a DEXRON III ATF as a power steering fluid as a
Fuel Tank Capacity: temporary replacement (see page temporary replacement. Do not
13.2 US gal (50 ) 161 ). use ATF (see page 159 ).
Recommended Engine Oil: HX model (CVT) only: Brake Fluid:

API Premium grade 5W-20 Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
detergent oil (see page 152 ). Transmission Fluid) only DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
Oil change capacity (including 5-speed Manual Transmission replacement (see page 163 ).
filter): Fluid:
U.S.: DX, LX Honda Manual Transmission Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Canada: DX, LX Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 Front/Rear:
3.4 US qt (3.2 ) or 10W-40 motor oil as a 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm )
U.S.: HX, EX temporary replacement (see page
Canada: Si 162 ). Spare Tire:
3.7 US qt (3.5 ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Capacity (including differential):
1.6 US qt (1.5 )

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OWNER This Owner’s Manual should be considered

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DEALER NAME DEALER NO. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN

Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual

California Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of

DASH LIGHTS (P. 53) AIRBAGS

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

MIRROR CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

Driver and Passenger Safety 5

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Your vehicle is equipped with many

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Keep you connected to the vehicle

Help protect you in almost every

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Airbags The most important things you need

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

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3.Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the

See page 76 for how to adjust seat-

Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a

Passengers with adjustable seat-

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4.Adjust the Head Restraints 5.Fasten and Position the Lap/

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See page 19 for additional

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See page 68 for how to adjust the

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If you continue driving without

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However, the tensioners can be

When the tensioners are activated,

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

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