2004 Civic 3-Door Online Reference Owner's Manual
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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.................................................................................................................49
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................85
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................109
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................121
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................129
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................165
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................187
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................199
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................203
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.
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
the Civic Hatchback. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that
are not on your particular model.
The information and specifications included
in this publication were in effect at the time
of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specifications or
design at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation whatsoever.
Owner’s Identification
OWNER
ADDRESS
V. I. N.
DELIVERY DATE
DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
ADDRESS
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
DEALER’S SIGNATURE
STREET
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE
(Date sold to original retail purchaser)
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One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
youcanrefertoitatanytime.
As you read this manual, you will
find information that is preceded by
a symbol. This
information is intended to help you
avoid damage to your Honda, other
property, or the environment.
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2005 Honda Civic was a wise investment.
It will give you years of driving pleasure.
California Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains
or emits chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with one or
more recording devices commonly
referred to as event data recorders
or sensing and diagnostic modules.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. 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 dealer’s staff
is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle.
Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer
any questions and concerns.
Introduction
WARNING:
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Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility.
To help you make informed
decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and
other information on labels and in
this manual. This information alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement.
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
on the vehicle.
preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
These signal words mean:
such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it
carefully.
AFewWordsAboutSafety
Safety Labels
Safety Messages
Safety Headings
Safety Section
Instructions
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.:
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
HORN
TILT ADJUSTMENT
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
MIRROR CONTROLS
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P. 61)
(P. 105)
(P. 79)
(P. 60)
(P. 62)
(P. 62)
(P. 63)
(P. 105)
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
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This section gives you important
information about how to protect
yourself and your passengers. It
shows you how to use seat belts. It
explains how your airbags work. And
it tells you how to properly restrain
infants and children in your vehicle.
.........Important Safety Precautions . 8
.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 9
.....................................Seat Belts . 10
.........................................Airbags . 11
.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 12
.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 12
...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 12
............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 14
...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 15
5. Fasten and Position the
.............................Seat Belts . 15
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting
................................Position . 17
.........Advice for Pregnant Women . 18
.......Additional Safety Precautions . 19
Additional Information About Your
.................................Seat Belts . 20
..Seat Belt System Components . 20
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................Tensioners . 21
...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 22
Additional Information About
...........................Your Airbags . 23
......Airbag System Components . 23
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................Work . 24
...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
How the SRS Indicator Light
.......................................Works . 27
How the Side Airbag Off
......................Indicator Works . 27
.............................Airbag Service . 28
...Additional Safety Precautions . 28
Protecting Children General
................................Guidelines . 29
All Children Must Be
...............................Restrained . 29
All Children Should Sit in the
.................................Back Seat . 30
The Passenger’s Front Airbag
................Poses Serious Risks . 30
If You Must Drive with Several
...................................Children . 32
If a Child Requires Close
..................................Attention . 32
...Additional Safety Precautions . 33
Protecting Infants and Small
...................................Children . 34
.......................Protecting Infants . 34
.........Protecting Small Children . 35
.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 36
....................Installing a Child Seat . 37
...............................With LATCH . 38
Installing a Child Seat With a
...................................Seat Belt . 40
..............................With a Tether . 42
...........Protecting Larger Children . 43
...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 44
..................Using a Booster Seat . 44
When Can a Larger Child Sit
....................................in Front . 45
...Additional Safety Precautions . 46
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
...................................Safety Labels . 48
Driver and Passenger Safety
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You’ll find many safety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important.
Excessive speed is a major factor in
crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
the higher the speed, the greater the
risk, but serious injuries can also
occur at lower speeds. Never drive
faster than is safe for current
conditions, regardless of the
maximum speed posted.
Having a tire blowout or a
mechanical failure can be extremely
hazardous. To reduce the possibility
of such problems, check your tire
pressures and condition frequently,
and perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance (see page ).
A seat belt is your best protection in
all types of collisions. Airbags are
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though
your vehicle is equipped with airbags,
make sure you and your passengers
always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly (see page ).
Children age 12 and under should
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
canusethebeltproperlywithouta
booster (see page ).
While airbags can save lives, they
can cause serious or fatal injuries to
occupants who sit too close to them,
or are not properly restrained.
Infants, young children, and short
adults are at the greatest risk. Be
sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and
your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink
and drive, and don’t let your friends
drink and drive, either.
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Important Safety Precautions
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
Control Your Speed
Keep Your Vehicle in Safe
Condition
Restrain All Children
Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Don’t Drink and Drive
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Your vehicle is equipped with many
features that work together to
protect you and your passengers
during a crash.
Some features do not require any
action on your part. These include a
strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger
compartment; front and rear crush
zones; a collapsible steering column;
and tensioners that tighten the front
seat belts in a crash.
However, you and your passengers
can’t take full advantage of these
features unless you remain sitting in
a proper position and
. In fact, some safety
features can contribute to injuries if
they are not used properly.
The following pages explain how you
cantakeanactiveroleinprotecting
yourself and your passengers.
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
always wear
your seat belts
Driver and Passenger Safety
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(1) Safety Cage
(2) Crush Zones
(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) Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners
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Your vehicle is equipped with seat
belts in all seating positions.
Your seat belt system also includes
an indicator on the instrument panel
to remind you and your passengers
to fasten your seat belts.
Seat belts are the single most
effectivesafetydeviceforadultsand
larger children. (Infants and smaller
children must be properly restrained
in child seats.)
Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your vehicle has airbags.
In addition, most states and all
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts.
When properly worn, seat belts:
Keep you connected to the vehicle
so you can take advantage of the
vehicle’s built-in safety features.
Help protect you in almost every
type of crash, including frontal,
side, and rear impacts and
rollovers.
Help keep you from being thrown
against the inside of the vehicle
and against other occupants.
Keep you from being thrown out
of the vehicle.
Help keep you in a good position
should the airbags ever deploy. A
good position reduces the risk of
injury from an inflating airbag and
allows you to get the best
advantage from the airbag.
Of course, seat belts cannot
completely protect you in every
crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts
can reduce your risk of serious
injury.
Always wear your seat belt, and
make sure you wear it properly.
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features
Seat Belts
Why Wear Seat Belts
What You Should Do:
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Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your
passengers always wear seat
belts and wear them properly.
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Only on models equipped with side
airbags
Your vehicle also has side airbags to
help protect the upper torso of the
driver or a front seat passenger
during a moderate to severe side
impact (see page for more
information on how your side airbags
work).
The most important things you need
to know about your airbags are:
They are designed to supplement
the seat belts.
To do
their job, airbags must inflate with
tremendous force. So while
airbags help save lives, they can
cause minor injuries or more
serious or even fatal injuries if
occupants are not properly
restrained or sitting properly.
Always wear
your seat belt properly, and sit
upright and as far back from the
steering wheel as possible while
allowing full control of the vehicle.
A front passenger should move
their seat as far back from the
dashboard as possible.
Your vehicle has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with front
airbags to help protect the heads and
chests of the driver and a front seat
passenger during a moderate to
severe frontal collision (see page
for more information on how
your front airbags work).
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Airbags
Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Airbags can pose hazards.
Airbags offer no protection in rear
impacts, or minor frontal or side
collisions.
What you should do:
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The rest of this section gives more
detailed information about how you
can maximize your safety.
Remember however, that no safety
system can prevent all injures or
deaths that can occur in a severe
crash, even where seat belts are
properly worn and the airbags deploy.
After everyone has entered the
vehicle, be sure the doors are closed
and locked.
Locking the doors also helps prevent
an outsider from unexpectedly
opening a door when you come to a
stop.
See page for how to lock the
doors.
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.
Locking the doors reduces the
chance of someone being thrown out
of the vehicle during a crash and it
helps prevent passenger from
accidentally opening a door and
falling out.
Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the
rear as possible while allowing you to
maintain control of the vehicle. Have
a front passenger adjust their seat as
far to the rear as possible.
The following pages provide
instructions on how to properly
protect the driver, adult passengers
and teenage children who are large
enough and mature enough to ride in
the front seat.
See page for important guidelines
on how to properly protect infants,
small children, and larger children
who ride in your vehicle.
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Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats
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The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that drivers
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm)
between the center of the steering
wheel and the chest.
If you cannot get far enough away
from the steering wheel and still
reach the controls, we recommend
that you investigate whether some
type of adaptive equipment may help.
Once your seat is adjusted correctly,
rock it back and forth to make sure
the seat is locked in position.
See page for how to adjust the
front seats.
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Driver and Passenger Safety
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Sitting too close to a front
airbag can result in serious
injury or death if the front
airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the
front airbags as possible.
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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.
Reclining a seat-back so that the
shoulder part of the belt no longer
rests against the occupant’s chest
reduces the protective capability of
the belt. It also increases the chance
of sliding under the belt in a crash
and being seriously injured. The
farther a seat-back is reclined, the
greater the risk of injury.
See page for how to adjust the
seat-backs.
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Reclining the seat-back too far
can result in serious injury or
death in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an
upright position, and sit well
back in the seat.
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Properly adjusted head restraints
will help protect occupants from
whiplash and other crash injuries.
See page for how to adjust the
head restraints.
Have passengers with adjustable
head restraints adjust their restraint
so the back of their head rests
against the center of the restraint.
Taller persons should adjust their
restraint as high as possible.
Insert the latch plate into the buckle,
then tug on the belt to make sure the
belt is securely latched. Check that
the belt is not twisted, because a
twisted belt can cause serious
injuries in a crash.
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Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Seat
Belts
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Improperly positioning head
restraints reduces their
effectiveness and you can be
seriously injured in a crash.
Make sure head restraints are
in place and positioned properly
before driving.
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The front seats have adjustable seat
belt anchors. To adjust the height of
an anchor, press and hold the release
buttons and slide the anchor up or
down as needed (it has four
positions).
If the seat belt touches or crosses
your neck, or if it crosses your arm
instead of your shoulder, you need to
adjust the seat belt anchor height.
This spreads the forces of a crash
over the strongest bones in your
upper body.
Position the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across your hips,
then pull up on the shoulder part of
the belt so the lap part fits snugly.
This lets your strong pelvic bones
take the force of a crash and reduces
the chance of internal injuries.
If necessary, pull up on the belt again
to remove any slack, then check that
the belt rests across the center of
your chest and over your shoulder.
Protecting Adults and Teens
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RELEASE
BUTTON
Improperly positioning the seat
belts can cause serious injury
or death in a crash.
Make sure all seat belts are
properly positioned before
driving.
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After all occupants have adjusted
their seats and put on seat belts, it is
very important that they continue to
sit upright, well back in their seats,
with their feet on the floor, until the
vehicle is parked and the engine is
off.
Sitting improperly can increase the
chance of injury during a crash. For
example, if an occupant slouches,
lies down, turns sideways, sits
forward, leans forward or sideways,
or puts one or both feet up, the
chance of injury during a crash is
greatly increased.
This could cause
very serious injuries in a crash.
See page for additional
information about your seat belts
and how to take care of them.
If a seat belt does not seem to work
properly, it may not protect the
occupant in a crash.
Using a seat
belt that is not working properly can
result in serious injury or death.
Have your dealer check the belt as
soon as possible.
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Position
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Protecting Adults and Teens
Never place the shoulder portion of a
lap/shoulder belt under your arm or
behind your back.
No one should sit in a seat with an
inoperative seat belt.
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If you are pregnant, the best way to
protect yourself and your unborn
child when driving or riding in a
vehicle is to always wear a seat belt,
and keep the lap part of the belt as
low as possible across the hips.
When driving, remember to sit
upright and adjust the seat as far
back as possible while allowing full
control of the vehicle. When riding
as a front passenger, adjust the seat
as far back as possible.
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.
Each time you have a checkup, ask
your doctor if it’s okay for you to
drive.
In addition, an occupant who is out of
position in the front seat can be
seriously or fatally injured in a crash
by striking interior parts of the
vehicle or being struck by an
inflating front airbag.
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Sitting improperly or out of
position can result in serious
injury or death in a crash.
Always sit upright, well back in
the seat, with your feet on the
floor.
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If your
hands or arms are close to an
airbag cover, they could be injured
if the airbag inflates.
Carrying hard or sharp
objects on your lap, or driving with
a pipe or other sharp object in
your mouth, can result in injuries
if your front airbag inflates.
Objects on
the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’
could interfere with the proper
operation of the airbags or be
propelled inside the vehicle and
hurt someone if the airbags inflate.
If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
If a side airbag
inflates,acupholderorotherhard
object attached on or near the
door could be propelled inside the
vehicle and hurt someone.
All passengers
must sit in locked, upright seats
andbeproperlyrestrainedbyseat
belts.
Devices intended to improve
occupant comfort or reposition the
shoulder part of a seat belt can
reduce the protective capability of
thebeltandincreasethechanceof
serious injury in a crash.
Keep your hands and arms away
from the airbag covers.
Do not place hard or sharp objects
between yourself and a front
airbag.
Do not attach or place objects on
the front airbag covers.
Two people should never use the
same seat belt.
On models with side airbags, do
not attach hard objects on or near
a f ront door.
Never let passengers ride in the
cargo area or on top of a folded-
down back seat.
Do not put any accessories on seat
belts.
Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults and Teens
Driver and Passenger Safety
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Your seat belt system includes lap/
shoulder belts in all five seating
positions. The front seat belts are
also equipped with automatic seat
belt tensioners. To fasten the belt, insert the latch
plate into the buckle, then tug on the
belt to make sure the buckle is
latched (see page for how to
properly position the belt).
To unlock the belt, push the red
PRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guide
the belt across your body so that it
retracts completely. After exiting the
vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the
way and will not get closed in the
door.
All seat belts have an emergency
locking retractor. In normal driving,
the retractor lets you move freely in
your seat while it keeps some
tension on the belt. During a collision
or sudden stop, the retractor
automatically locks the belt to help
restrain your body.
The seat belts in all positions except
the driver’s have an additional
locking mechanism that must be
activated to secure a child seat (see
page ).
If the shoulder part of the belt is
pulled all the way out, the locking
mechanism will activate. The belt
will retract, but it will not allow the
passenger to move freely.
The seat belt system
includes an indicator on the
instrument panel and a beeper to
remind you and your passengers to
fasten your seat belts.
If you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II) before fastening your belt, the
beeper sounds and the indicator
flashes. If you do not fasten your
seat belt before the beeper stops, the
indicator stops flashing but remains
on.
If you continue driving without
fastening your seat belt, the beeper
will sound and the indicator will flash
again at regular intervals.
The lap/shoulder belt goes over
your shoulder, across your chest,
and across your hips.
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Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
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To deactivate the locking
mechanism, unlatch the buckle and
let the seat belt fully retract. To
refasten the seat belt, pull it out only
as far as needed.
For added protection, the front seat
belts are equipped with automatic
seat belt tensioners. When activated,
the tensioners immediately tighten
the belts to help hold the driver and
a front passenger in place.
The tensioners are designed to
activate primarily in frontal collisions,
andtheyshouldactivateinany
collision severe enough to cause
front-airbag inflation.
When the tensioners are activated,
the seat belts will remain tight until
they are unbuckled in the normal
manner.
The tensioners can also be activated
during a collision in which the front
airbags do not deploy. In this case,
the airbags would not be needed, but
the additional restraint could be
helpful.
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
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For safety, you should check the
condition of your seat belts regularly.
Honda provides a lifetime warranty
on seat belts for U.S. models. See
your
booklet for details.
If a seat belt is worn during a crash,
it must be replaced by the dealer. A
belt that has been worn during a
crash may not provide the same level
of protection in a subsequent crash.Pull each belt out fully and look for
frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check
that the latches work smoothly and
the belts retract easily. Any belt that
is not in good condition or working
properly will not provide good
protection and should be replaced as
soon as possible.
The dealer should also inspect the
anchors for damage and replace
them if needed. If the automatic seat
belt tensioners activate during a
crash, they must be replaced.
For information on how to clean your
seat belts, see page .153
Honda Warranty Information
Seat Belt Maintenance
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
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Not checking or maintaining
seat belts can result in serious
injury or death if the seat belts
do not work properly when
needed.
Check your seat belts regularly
and have any problem
corrected as soon as possible.
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Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) front airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the front
passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG.’’
Automatic seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
Your Airbag System includes:
Emergency backup power in case
your vehicle’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash.
an
indicator on the dashboard that
alerts you that the passenger’s
side airbag has been turned off
(see page ).
In models with side airbags,
sensors that can detect whether a
child is in the passenger’s side
airbag path and automatically turn
the airbag off (see page ).
A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records information about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and front
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition is in the ON (II) position.
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
In models with side airbags, one
for the driver and one for a front
passenger. The airbags are stored
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe front impact,
or side impact in models with side
airbags.
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After inflating, the front airbags will
immediately deflate, so they won’t
interfere with the driver’s visibility,
or the ability to steer or operate
other controls.
This can happen if the severity of a
collision is at the margin, or
threshold, that determines whether
or not the airbags will deploy. In
such cases, the seat belt will provide
sufficient protection, and the
supplemental protection offered by
the airbag would be minimal.
Although both airbags normally
inflate within a split second of each
other, it is possible for only one
airbag to deploy.
During a frontal crash, your seat belt
restrains your lower body and torso,
and the airbag helps protect your
head and chest.
If you ever have a moderate to
severe frontal collision, sensors will
detect the vehicle’s rapid
deceleration. If the rate of
deceleration is high enough, the
control unit will instantly inflate the
driver’s and front passenger’s front
airbags, at the time and with the
force needed.
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Your front airbags are also dual-
threshold airbags. Airbags with this
feature have two deployment
thresholds that depend on whether
or not the occupant is wearing a seat
belt.
It the occupant belt is ,
the airbag will deploy at a slightly
lower threshold, because the
occupant would need extra
protection.
It the occupant’s belt is , the
airbag will deploy at a slightly higher
threshold, when the airbag would be
needed to supplement the protection
provided by the seat belt.
Your front airbags are dual-stage
airbags. This means they have two
inflation stages that can be ignited
sequentially or simultaneously,
depending on crash severity.
In a crash, both stages
will ignite simultaneously to provide
the quickest and greatest protection.
In a crash, one stage will
ignite first, then the second stage
will ignite a split second later. This
provides longer airbag inflation time
with a little less force.
The total time for inflation and
deflation is one-tenth of a second, so
fast that most occupants are not
aware that the airbags deployed until
they see them lying in their laps.
After a crash, you may see what
looks like smoke. This is actually
powder from the airbag’s surface.
Although the powder is not harmful,
people with respiratory problems
mayexperiencesometemporary
discomfort. If this occurs, get out of
the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do
so.
Dual-Threshold Airbags
not latched
latched
Dual-Stage Airbags
more severe
less severe
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(On models equipped)
If you ever have a moderate to
severe side impact, sensors will
detect rapid deceleration and signal
the control unit to instantly inflate
either the driver’s or the passenger’s
side airbag.
Only one airbag will deploy during a
side impact. If the impact is on the
passenger’s side, the passenger’s
side airbag will deploy even if there
is no passenger.
Objects placed on the front
passenger seat can also cause the
side airbag to be shut off.
Thesideairbagmayalsoshutoffifa
short adult leans sideways, or a
larger adult slouches and leans
sideways into the airbag’s
deployment path.
Although Honda does not encourage
children to ride in front, this system
is designed to shut off the side
airbag if a child leans into the side
airbag’s path.
To reduce the risk of injury from an
inflating side airbag, your vehicle has
an automatic cutoff system for the
passenger’s side airbag.
If the Side Airbag Off Indicator
comes on (see page ), have the
passenger sit upright. Once the
passenger is out of the airbag’s
deployment path, the system will
turn the airbag back on, and the
indicator will go out.
A front seat passenger should not
use a cushion or other object as a
backrest. It may prevent the cutoff
system from working properly.
There will be some delay between
the moment the passenger moves
into or out of the airbag deployment
pathandwhentheindicatorcomes
on or goes off.
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In models with side airbags
If you see any of these indications,
the airbags and seat belt tensioners
may not work properly when you
need them.
This indicator alerts you
that the passenger’s side
airbag has been automatically shut
off. It does mean there is a
problem with your side airbags.
When you turn the ignition to ON
(II), the indicator should light briefly
and go out (see page ). If it doesn’t
light, it stays on or comes on while
driving without a passenger in the
front seat, have the system checked.
The SRS indicator alerts you to a
potential problem with your
airbags or seat belt
tensioners (see page ).
When you turn the ignition to ON
(II), this indicator will come on
briefly then go out. This tells you the
system is working properly.
If the indicator comes on at any
other time, or does not come on at all,
you should have the system checked
by your dealer. For example:
If the SRS indicator does not come
on after you turn the ignition to
ON (II).
If the indicator stays on after the
engine starts.
If the indicator comes on or
flashesonandoffwhileyoudrive.
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How the SRS Indicator Works
Additional Information About Your Airbags
not
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Ignoring the SRS indicator can
result in serious injury or death
if the airbag systems or
tensioners do not work properly.
Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer as soon as possible if
the SRS indicator alerts you to
a possible problem.
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Your airbag systems are virtually
maintenance free, and there are no
parts you can safely service.
However, you must have your
vehicle serviced if:
Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection.
Improperly replacing
or covering front seat-back covers
can prevent your side airbags from
inflating during a side impact.
Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly
causing very serious injury.
Any airbag
that has deployed must be
replaced along with the control
unit and other related parts. If a
front airbag inflates, the seat belt
tensioners must also be replaced.
Do not try to remove or replace
anyairbagbyyourself.Thismust
be done by a Honda dealer or a
knowledgeable body shop.
Take your vehicle to an
authorized your dealer as soon as
possible. If you ignore this
indication, your airbags may not
operate properly.
Additional Information About Your Airbags
Airbag Service Additional Safety Precautions
Donotattempttodeactivateyour
airbags.
Do not cover or replace front seat-
back covers without consulting
your dealer.
Models with side airbags:
Do not tamper with airbag
components or wiring f or any
reason.
An airbag ever inflates.
The SRS indicator alerts you to a
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Children depend on adults to protect
them. However, despite their best
intentions many adults do not know
how to properly protect child
passengers.
If you have children, or ever need to
drive with a child in your vehicle, be
sure to read this section. It begins
with important general guidelines,
then presents special information for
infants, small children, and larger
children.
Each year, many children are injured
or killed in vehicle crashes because
they are either unrestrained or not
properly restrained. In fact, vehicle
accidents are the number one cause
of the death of children ages 12 and
under.
To reduce the number of child
deaths and injuries, every state and
Canadian province requires that
infants and children be properly
restrained when they ride in a
vehicle.
(see pages ).
(see pages ).
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All Children Must Be Restrained
Infants and small children must be
restrained in an approved child seat
that is properly secured to the
vehicle
Larger children must be restrained
with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on
a booster seat until the seat belt fits
them properly
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Children who are unrestrained
or improperly restrained can be
seriously injured or killed in a
crash.
Any child too small for a seat
belt should be properly
restrained in a child seat. A
larger child should be properly
restrained with a seat belt and
use a booster seat if necessary.
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If the vehicle seat is too
farforward,orthechild’sheadis
thrown forward during a collision, an
inflating front airbag can strike the
child with enough force to kill or
very seriously injure a small child.
Whenever possible,
larger children should sit in the back
seat, on a booster seat if needed, and
be properly restrained with a seat
belt (see page for important
information about protecting larger
children).
According to accident statistics,
children of all ages and sizes are
safer when they are restrained in a
back seat.
Front airbags have been designed to
help protect adults in a moderate to
severe frontal collision. To do this
the passenger’s front airbag is quite
large, and it can inflate with enough
force to cause very serious injuries.
If
the airbag inflates, it can hit the back
of the child seat with enough force
to kill or very seriously injure an
infant.
Children who ride in back are less
likely to be injured by striking
interior vehicle parts during a
collision or hard braking. Also,
children cannot be injured by an
inflating front airbag when they ride
in the back.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that all children
age 12 and under be properly
restrained in a back seat. Some
states have lows restricting where
children may ride.
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Placing a forward-facing child seat in
the f ront seat of a vehicle equipped
with passenger’s f ront airbag can be
hazardous.
Children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured
or killed by an inflating passenger’s
front airbag.
Infants
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the f ront seat of a vehicle equipped
with a passenger’s f ront airbag.
Small Children
Larger Children
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To remind you of the passenger’s
front airbag hazards, and that
children must be properly restrained
in a back seat, your vehicle has
warninglabelsonthedashboard
(U.S. models) and on the front visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
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Many parents say they prefer to put
an infant or small child in the front
passenger seat so they can watch the
child, or because the child requires
attention.
Placing a child in the front seat
exposes the child to hazards in a
frontal collision, and paying close
attention to a child distracts the
driver from the important tasks of
driving, placing both of you at risk.
If a child requires close physical
attention or frequent visual contact,
we strongly recommend that another
adult ride with the child in the back
seat. The back seat is far safer for a
child than the front.
Your vehicle has a back seat where
children can be properly restrained.
If you ever have to carry a group of
children, and a child must ride in
front:
Place the largest child in the front
seat, provided the child is large
enough to wear the lap/shoulder
belt properly (see page ).
Move the vehicle seat as far to the
rear as possible (see page ).
Have the child sit upright and well
backintheseat(seepage ).
Make sure the seat belt is properly
positioned and secured (see pages
and ).
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If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
During a crash, the
belt could press deep into the child
and cause serious or fatal injuries.
Children who play in vehicles can
accidentally get trapped inside.
Teach your children not to play in
or around vehicles.
Even very young
children learn how to unlock
vehicle doors, turn on the ignition
switch, and open the hatch, which
can lead to accidental injury or
death.
If you are not wearing a
seat belt in a crash, you could be
thrown forward and crush the
child against the dashboard or a
seat-back. If you are wearing a
seat belt the child can be torn
from your arms and be seriously
hurt or killed.
Leaving children without
adult supervision is illegal in most
states and Canadian provinces,
and can be very hazardous.
For example, infants and small
childrenleftinavehicleonahot
day can die from heatstroke. A
child left alone with the key in the
ignition can accidentally set the
vehicle in motion, possibly injuring
themselves or others.
Additional Safety Precautions
Never let two children use the
same seat belt.
Never put a seat belt over yourself
and a child.
Lock both doors and the hatch
when your vehicle is not in use.
Keep vehicle keys and remote
transmitters out of reach of
children.
Neverholdaninfantorchildon
your lap.
Do not leave children alone in a
vehicle.
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Two types of seats may be used: a
seat designed exclusively for infants,
or a convertible seat used in the rear-
facing, reclining mode.
If placed
facing forward, an infant could be
very seriously injured during a
frontal collision.
Only a rear-facing child seat provides
proper support for a baby’s head,
neck, and back.
An infant must be properly
restrained in a rear-facing, reclining
child seat until the child reaches the
seat maker’s weight or height limit
for the seat and the child is at least
one year old.
A rear-facing child seat can be placed
in any seating position in the back
seat, but not in the front.
If the passenger’s front airbag
inflates, it can hit the back of the
child seat with enough force to kill or
seriously injure an infant.
When properly installed, a rear-
facing child seat may prevent the
driver or a front passenger from
moving the seat as far back as
recommended, or from locking the
seat-back in the desired position.
In either situation, we strongly
recommend that you install the child
seat directly behind the front
passenger seat, move the seat as far
forward as needed, and leave it
unoccupied. Or you may wish to get
a smaller rear-facing child seat.
Child Seat Placement
Do not put a rear-f acing child seat in
a forward-facing position.
Never put a
rear-facing child seat in the f ront
seat.
Child Seat Type
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Placing a rear-facing child seat
in the front seat can result in
serious injury or death if the
passenger’s front airbag inflates.
Always place a rear-facing child
seat in the back seat, not the
front.
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If it is necessary to put a forward-
facing child seat in the front, move
the vehicle seat as far to the rear as
possible, be sure the child seat is
firmly secured to the vehicle, and the
child is properly strapped in the seat.
Of the different seats available, we
recommend those that have a five-
point harness system as shown.
A child who is at least one year old,
and who fits within the child seat
maker’s weight and height limits,
should be restrained in a forward-
facing, upright child seat.
We strongly recommend placing a
forward-facing child seat in a back
seat, not the front.
If the vehicle seat is too
far forward, or the child’s head is
thrown forward during a collision, an
inflating airbag can strike the child
with enough force to cause very
serious or fatal injuries.
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Protecting Infants and Small Children
Child Seat Type
Child Seat Placement
Placing a forward-facing child seat in
the f ront seat of a vehicle equipped
with a passenger’s airbag can be
hazardous.
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Placing a forward-facing child
seat in the front seat can result
in serious injury or death if the
front airbag inflates.
Ifyoumustplaceaforward-
facing child seat in front, move
the vehicle seat as far back as
possible, and properly restrain
the child.
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Whatever type of seat you choose, to
provide proper protection, a child
seat should meet three
requirements:
Look for FMVSS
213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.
Rear-facing for infants, forward-
facing for small children.
Before purchasing a conventional
child seat, or using a previously
purchased one, we recommend that
you test the seat in the specific
vehicle seating position, or positions,
where the seat will be used.
In seating positions and vehicles not
equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-
compatible child seat can be installed
using a seat belt.
When buying a child seat, you need
to choose either a conventional child
seat, or one designed for use with
the Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children (LATCH) system.
Conventional child seats must be
secured to a vehicle with a seat belt,
whereas LATCH-compatible seats
are secured by attaching the seat to
hardware built into the two outer
second row seats.
Since LATCH-compatible child seats
are easier to install and reduce the
possibility of improper installation,
we recommend selecting this style.
We also recommend selecting a
LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid,
rather than a flexible, anchor (see
page ).38
The child seat should meet U.S. or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213.
The child seat should be of the
proper type and size to fit the child.
The child seat should fit the
vehicle seating position (or
positions) where it will be used.
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3.
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A child seat secured with a seat belt
should be installed as firmly as
possible. However, it does not need
to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side
movement can be expected and
should not reduce the child seat’s
effectiveness.
If the child seat is not secure, try
installing it in a different seating
position, or use a different style of
child seat that can be firmly secured.
The following pages provide
guidelines on how to properly install
a child seat. A forward-facing child
seat is used in all examples, but the
instructions are the same for a rear-
facing child seat.
Make sure the child is properly
strappedinthechildseat
according to the child seat maker’s
instructions. A child who is not
properly secured in a child seat
canbethrownoutoftheseatina
crash.
After selecting a proper child seat,
and a good place to install the seat,
there are three main steps in
installing the seat:
All child seats must be
secured to the vehicle with the lap
part of a lap/shoulder belt or with
the LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Tethers for Children) system. A
child whose seat is not properly
secured to the vehicle can be
endangered in a crash.
After installing a child
seat, push and pull the seat
forward and from side to side to
verify that it is secure.
Installing a Child Seat
Secure the child in the child seat.
Properly secure the child seat to
the vehicle.
Make sure the child seat is firmly
secured.
1.
2.
3.
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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.
To install a LATCH-compatible child
seat:
Move the seat belt buckle or
tongue away from the lower
anchors.
Make sure there are no objects
near the anchors that could
prevent a secure connection
between the child seat and the
anchors.
Place the child seat on the vehicle
seat, then attach the seat to the
lower anchors according to the
child seat maker’s instructions.
Some LATCH-compatible seats
have a rigid-type connector as
shown above.
The location of each lower anchor is
indicated by a small button above the
anchor point.
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2.
3.
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Whatever type you have, follow
the child seat maker’s instructions
for adjusting or tightening the fit.
Lift the rear head restraint (see
page ), then route the tether
strap over the seat-back between
the legs of the head restraint,
making sure the strap is not
twisted.
Attach the tether strap hook to the
tether anchor, then tighten the
strap as instructed by the child
seat maker.
Pushandpullthechildseat
forward and from side to side to
verify that it is secure.
Other LATCH-compatible seats have
a flexible-type connector as shown
above.
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Flexible type
TETHER STRAP HOOK
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When not using the LATCH system,
all child seats must be secured to the
vehicle with the lap part of a lap/
shoulder belt.
With the child seat in the desired
seating position, route the belt
through the child seat according
to the seat maker’s instructions,
then insert the latch plate into the
buckle.
In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in
all seating positions except the
driver’s have a locking mechanism
that must be activated to secure a
child seat.
1.
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To activate the lockable retractor,
slowly pull the shoulder part of the
belt all the way out until it stops,
then let the belt feed back into the
retractor.
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
thebeltout,itisnotlocked,and
you will need to repeat these steps.
After confirming that the belt is
locked, grab the shoulder part of
the belt near the buckle and pull
up to remove any slack from the
lap part of the belt. Remember, if
the lap part of the belt is not tight,
the child seat will not be secure.
To remove slack, it may help to
putweightonthechildseat,or
push on the back of the seat while
pulling up on the belt.
Pushandpullthechildseat
forward and from side to side to
verify that it is secure enough to
stay upright during normal driving
maneuvers. If the child seat is not
secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to
retract fully, then repeat these
steps to deactivate the locking
mechanism and remove a child
seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute
the seat belt, and let the belt fully
retract.
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Onetetheranchorpointforeachof
the outer rear seats is located under
the cargo floor carpet and the
tailgate sill. Pull up the carpet to
access the anchor point (outboard
anchor) when securing a tether-style
child seat to the vehicle.
Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available.
After properly securing the child
seat (see page ), lift the head
restraint, then route the tether
strap over the seat-back and
through the head restraint legs.
Lift the anchor point lid, then
attach the tether strap hook to the
anchor, making sure the strap is
not twisted.
Tighten the strap according to the
seat maker’s instructions.
2.
3.
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When a child reaches the
recommended weight or height limit
for a forward-facing child seat, the
child should sit in a back seat on a
booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder
belt.
After properly securing the child
seat (see page ), route the
tether strap over the top of the
seat-back.
Follow instructions 2 and 3 in the
right column of the previous page.
The following pages give
instructions on how to check proper
seat belt fit, what kind of booster
seat to use if one is needed, and
important precautions for a child
who must sit in front.
1.
2.
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ANCHOR
POINT
Allowing a larger child age 12 or
under to sit in front can result in
injury or death if the passenger’s
front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must ride in front,
move the vehicle seat as far
back as possible, use a booster
seat if needed, have the child
sit up properly and wear the
seat belt properly.
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To determine if a lap/shoulder belt
properly fits a child, have the child
put on the seat belt, then ask
yourself:
Does the child sit all the way back
against the seat?
Do the child’s knees bend
comfortably over the edge of the
seat?
Does the shoulder belt cross
between the child’s neck and arm?
Is the lap part of the belt as low as
possible, touching the child’s
thighs?
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
child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-
facing child seat should ride in a
back seat and use a booster seat
until the lap/shoulder belt fits them
properly without the booster.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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Some states also require children to
use a booster seat until they reach a
given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or
60lbs).Besuretocheckcurrent
laws in the state or states where you
intend to drive.
A child may continue using a booster
seat until the tops of their ears are
even with the top of the vehicle’s or
booster’s seat-back. A child of this
height should be tall enough to use
the lap/shoulder belt without a
booster seat.
Booster seats can be high-back or
low-back. Whichever style you select,
make sure the booster meets federal
safety standards (see page ) and
that you follow the booster seat
maker’s instructions.
If a child who uses a booster seat
must ride in front, move the vehicle
seat as far to the rear as possible,
and be sure the child is wearing the
seat belt properly.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that all children
age 12 and under be properly
restrained in the back seat.
If the passenger’s front airbag
inflates in a moderate to severe
frontal collision, the airbag can cause
serious injuries to a child who is
unrestrained, improperly restrained,
sitting too close to the airbag, or out
of position.
Thesideairbagalsoposesrisks.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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If you decide that a child can safely
ride up front, be sure to:
Carefully read the owner’s manual,
and make sure you understand all
seat belt instructions and all safety
information.
Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position.
Have the child sit up straight, back
against the seat, and feet on or
near the floor.
This could result in
serious neck injuries during a crash.
This could cause
very serious injuries during a crash.
It also increases the chance that the
child will slide under the belt in a
crash and be injured.
If they do, they could
be very seriously injured in a crash.
Devices intended to improve a
child’s comfort or reposition the
shoulder part of a seat belt can make
the belt less effective and increase
the chance of serious injury in a
crash.
Of course, children vary widely. And
while age may be one indicator of
when a child can safely ride in the
front, there are other important
factors you should consider.
To safely ride in front, a child must
be able to follow the rules, including
sitting properly, and wearing the seat
belt properly throughout a ride.
Physically, a child must be large
enough for the lap/shoulder belt to
properly fit (see page ). If the seat
belt does not fit properly, with or
without the child sitting on a booster,
the child should not sit in the front. Supervise the child. Even mature
children sometimes need to be
reminded to fasten the seat belts
or sit properly.
Check that the child’s seat belt is
properly and securely positioned.
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Additional Safety Precautions
Do not let a child wear a seat belt
across the neck.
Do not let a child put the shoulder
part of a seat belt behind the back or
under the arm.
Two children should never use the
same seat belt.
Do not put any accessories on a seat
belt.
Maturity
Physical Size
Protecting Larger Children
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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains
carbon monoxide gas. You should
have no problem with carbon
monoxide entering the vehicle in
normal driving if you maintain your
vehicle properly.
Have the exhaust system inspected
for leaks whenever:
High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
If you must sit in your parked vehicle
with the engine running, even in an
unconfined area, adjust the heating
and cooling system as follows:
Select the Fresh Air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the fan on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
The vehicle is raised for an oil
change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
The vehicle was in an accident
that may have damaged the
underside.
With the hatch open, airflow can pull
exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
hatch open, open all the windows
and set the heating and cooling
system as shown below.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Driver and Passenger Safety
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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even kill
you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.
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These labels are in the locations
shown. They warn you of potential
hazards that could cause serious
injury. Read these labels carefully. If
a label comes off or becomes hard to
read, contact your dealer for a
replacement.
U.S. model only
U.S. model
Canadian modelOn models without Side Airbags
On models with Side Airbags
Safety Labels
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HOOD
SUN VISOR
RADIATOR CAP
DASHBOARD
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This section gives information about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.
...........................Control Locations . 50
..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 51
.............................................Gauges . 57
...............Odometer/Trip Meter . 57
..................................Fuel Gauge . 57
...................Temperature Gauge . 58
Controls Near the Steering
...........................................Wheel . 59
.Windshield Wipers and Washers . 60
...........Turn Signal and Headlights . 61
........Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
.................Hazard Warning Button . 62
.................Rear Window Defogger . 62
..........Steering Wheel Adjustment . 63
...............................Keys and Locks . 64
........................Immobilizer System . 65
................................Ignition Switch . 66
......................................Door Locks . 67
......................Power Door Locks . 67
............................................Hatch . 67
.......................Remote Transmitter . 69
Replacing the Transmitter
.....................................Battery . 70
.................................................Seats . 71
..........................Head Restraints . 72
........................Rear Seat Access . 72
.....................Folding Rear Seats . 73
...........................Cargo Area Cover . 75
..............................Power Windows . 76
.........................................Moonroof . 78
.............................................Mirrors . 79
.................................Parking Brake . 80
.................................Interior Lights . 81
...........Interior Convenience Items . 82
.......................Beverage Holders . 83
....................................Glove Box . 83
..........Accessory Power Sockets . 83
...............Console Compartment . 83
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Control Locations
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MIRROR CONTROLS
POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
M/T
HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS
AUDIO SYSTEM
GAUGES
INSTRUMENT PANEL
(P. 51)
(P. 57)
(P. 79)
(P. 67)
(P. 76)
(P. 111)
(P. 90)
(P. 86)
(P. 112)
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P. 124)
(P. 83)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel Indicators
Instruments and Controls
51
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
HATCH-OPEN INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER
STEERING INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED
INDICATOR
(P. 53)
(P. 54)
(P. 56)
(P. 53)
(P. 54)
(P. 55)
(P. 54)
(P. 52)
(P. 52)
(P. 55)
(P. 53, 179)
(P. 52, 177)
(P. 52, 177)
(P. 53, 178)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
(P. 52)
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The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
information about your vehicle.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It
reminds you and your passengers to
fasten your seat belts. A beeper also
sounds if you have not fastened your
seat belt.
If you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II) before fastening your belt, the
beeper sounds and the indicator
flashes. If you do not fasten your
seat belt before the beeper stops, the
indicator stops flashing but remains
on.
If you continue driving without
fastening your seat belt, the beeper
sounds and the indicator flashes
again at regular intervals.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If
it comes on at any other time, it
indicates a potential problem with
your front airbags or automatic seat
belt tensioners. On models equipped
with side airbags, this indicator will
also alert you to a potential problem
with your side airbags or passenger’s
side airbag automatic cutoff system.
For more information, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If
it comes on at any other time, it
indicates that the passenger’s side
airbag has automatically shut off.
For more information, see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this indicator flashes or stays on
when the engine is running. For
more information, see page .
If this indicator comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For more information,
see page .
See page .
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177
27
178
27
If equipped
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator
Side Airbag Off Indicator
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Instrument Panel Indicators
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Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to ON (II). It is a
reminder to check the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake not fully released can
damage the brakes and tires.
This indicator has two functions:
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
with the headlight switch off and the
parking brake set. It should go off if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
The left or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicator does not
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
information, see page .
If it stays on lit after you have fully
released the parking brake while
the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more information, see
page .
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
This indicator comes on if the hatch
is not closed tightly.
When you press the Hazard Warning
button, both turn signal indicators
blink. All turn signals on the outside
of the vehicle should flash.
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2.
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Parking Brake
and Brake
System
Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Hatch-open Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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This indicator comes on when the
washer fluid level is low. Add washer
fluidwhenyouseethisindicator
come on (see page ).
This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II), and when
the ignition switch is turned to
START (III). If it comes on at any
other time, there is a problem with
theABS.Ifthishappens,haveyour
vehicle checked at a dealer. With
this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock function. For more
information, see page .
This indicator is located in the fuel
gauge. If the indicator comes on, it
means you should refuel soon.
This indicator comes on when you
set the cruise control. See page
for information on operating the
cruise control.
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128
105
Low Fuel Indicator Washer Level Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
54
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
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This indicator normally comes on
when you turn the ignition to ON (II)
and goes off after the engine starts.
If it comes on at any other time,
there is a problem in the Electric
Power Steering system. If this
happens, stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn off the engine. Reset
the system by restarting the engine.
The indicator will not turn off
immediately. If it does not go off
after driving a short distance, or
comes back on again while driving,
take the vehicle to your dealer to
have it checked. With the indicator
on, the EPS may be turned off,
making the vehicle harder to steer.
If the power steering system
overheats while driving, the assisting
power is reduced and steering may
feel slightly harder.
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).
This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II). It will then 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 ).65
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Instruments and Controls
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Your dealer will reset this indicator
after completing the scheduled
maintenance. If this maintenance is
done by someone other than your
dealer, reset the indicator as follows.
If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000
km) without having the scheduled
maintenance performed, this
indicator will remain on as a constant
reminder.
This indicator reminds you that it is
time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules
for Normal and Severe Driving
Conditions on pages and .
For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km)
after the Maintenance Required
Indicator is reset, it will come on for
2 seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II).
Turn off the engine.
Press and hold the Select/Reset
buttonontheinstrumentpanel,
then turn the ignition switch to
ON (II).
Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km)
and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), this
indicator will light for 2 seconds
when you first turn the ignition
switch to ON (II), and then flash for
10 seconds.
Hold the button for about 10
seconds until the indicator goes
off.
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2.
3.
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Maintenance Required
Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
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SELECT/RESET
BUTTON
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The odometer and the trip meters
use the same display. Switch these
displays by pressing the Select/
Reset knob.
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
button until the number resets to
‘‘0.0.’’
This shows how much fuel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
off the ignition.The odometer shows the total
distance your vehicle has been
driven. It measures miles in U.S.
models and kilometers in Canadian
models.
It is illegal under U.S. federal law and
Canadian provincial regulations to
disconnect, reset, or alter the
odometer with the intent to change
the number of miles or kilometers
indicated.
The trip meter shows the number of
miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it.
Gauges
Odometer/Trip Meter
Fuel Gauge
Instruments and Controls
57
TACHOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE
U.S. model shown
SPEEDOMETER
SELECT/RESET BUTTON FUEL GAUGE
ODOMETER/
TRIP METER
Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
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 for instructions and
precautions on checking the engine’s
cooling system.
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Gauges
Temperature Gauge
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To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls
59
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
MIRROR CONTROLS
TILT ADJUSTMENT
HORN
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 61)
(P. 60)
(P. 62)
(P. 105)
(P. 79)
(P. 63)
(P. 62)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
(P. 105)
HAZARD WARNING BUTTON
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
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MIST
OFF
INT Intermittent
LO Low speed
HI High speed
Windshield Washers
Push the right lever up or down to
select a position.
The wipers are not activated.
The wipers run at high
speed until you release the lever.
The wipers run at low speed.
The wipers operate every
few seconds. In low speed and
high speed, the wipers run
continuously.
The wipers run at high speed.
Pull the
wiper control lever toward you and
hold it. The washers spray until
you release the lever. The wipers
run at low speed, then complete
one more sweep after you release
the lever.
Rotate clockwise to turn the rear
window wiper ON.
Hold past ON to turn the window
wiper on and to spray the window
washer.
OFF
Rotate the switch
counterclockwise to spray the
window washer without activating
the wiper.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Windshield Wipers and Washers
OFF
MIST
LO
INT
HI
Windshield Washer
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
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Turn Signal
Off
Parking and interior lights
Headlight on
High beams
Flashhighbeams
Push down on the
left lever to signal a left turn and up
to signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever and
hold it. The lever will return to the
center when you release it or
complete a turn.
Push the lever back
untilyouhearaclicktoturnonthe
high beams. The blue high beam
indicator will come on (see page ).
Pull the lever back again to low
beams.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
To flash the high beams, pull the
lever back lightly, then release it.
The high beams will stay on as long
as you hold the lever back.
With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignition
switch off, even if you set the
parking brake.
Turning the switch to
the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the
parking lights, taillights, instrument
panel lights, side-marker lights, and
rear license plate lights. Turning the
switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns
on the headlights. If you leave the
lights on with the key removed from
the ignition switch, you will hear a
reminder tone when you open the
driver’s door.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal High Beams
Daytime Running Lights
Headlights
Turn Signal and Headlights
Instruments and Controls
61
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Pushtheredbuttontoturnonthe
hazard warning lights (four-way
flashers). This causes all four
outside turn signals and both
indicators in the instrument panel to
flash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled.
The knob on the instrument panel
controls the brightness of the instru-
ment panel lights. Turn the knob to
adjust the brightness.
The rear window defogger will clear
fog,frost,andthinicefromthe
window. Push the defogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator
above the button comes on to show
the defogger is on. If you do not turn
it off, the defogger will shut itself off
after about 15 minutes. It also shuts
off when you turn off the ignition
switch. You have to turn the
defogger on again when you restart
the vehicle.
Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window DefoggerInstrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button
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Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof
the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side-to-side.
Push the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in that position.
Make sure you have securely
locked the steering wheel in place
by trying to move it up and down.
Move the steering wheel up or
down to the desired position.
Make sure you can see the
instrument panel gauges and the
indicators.
Make any steering wheel adjustment
before you start driving.
To adjust the steering wheel upward
or downward:
Push the lever under the steering
column all the way down.
1.
4.
3.
2.
Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment
Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls
63
Adjusting the steering wheel
position while driving may
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
inacrash.
Adjust the steering wheel only
when the vehicle is stopped.
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The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle.
The valet key works only in the
ignition, the door locks and hatch.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
Immobilizer System. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away from liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a soft cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart.
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64
KEY
NUMBER
TAG
MASTER
KEYS
(Black)
VALET
KEY
(Gray)
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The Immobilizer System protects
your vehicle from theft. If an
improperly-coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine will not
start.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undriveable.
If you have lost your key and cannot
start your engine, contact your
dealer.
When you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II), the Immobilizer System
indicator should come on for a few
seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)
again.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
fob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
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The ignition switch has four
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY
(I), ON (II), and START (III).
If the front wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may make it difficult
to turn the key. Firmly turn the
steering wheel to the left or right as
you turn the key.
You can
operate the audio system and the
accessory power sockets in this
position.
Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to ON (II) when you let go of
the key.
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition
switch in the LOCK (0) or
ACCESSORY (I) position and open
thedriver’sdoor.Removethekeyto
turn off the beeper.
You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To turn the key, push it in slightly.
This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
indicators on the instrument panel
come on as a test when you turn the
ignition switch from ACCESSORY
(I) to ON (II).
ACCESSORY (I)
START (III)
LOCK (0)
ON (II)
Ignition Switch
66
Removing the key from the
ignition switch while driving
locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle.
Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when
parked.
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All doors lock when you push down
the lock tab on the driver’s door, or
lock the driver’s door from the
outside with the key. Only the driver’s
door unlocks when you use the key
or lock tab. To unlock the
passengers’ doors, use the master
door lock switch or the lock tab on
each door.
Use your key to lock and unlock the
hatch.
You can also lock and unlock the
hatch with the remote transmitter or
the master door lock switch.
Each door has a lock tab on the top.
Whenyoupushdownthelocktabon
the driver’s door, both doors and the
hatch lock. When you push down the
lock tab on the passenger’s door,
only that door locks.
Door Locks
HatchPower Door Locks
Instruments and Controls
67
LOCK TAB
MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH
KEY
Lock
Unlock
Unlock
Lock
Unlock
Lock
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To open the hatch, pull the handle,
then lift up.
To close the hatch, use the hatch
handletolowerthehatch,thenpress
down on the back edge.
Keep the hatch closed at all times
while driving to avoid damaging it
and to prevent exhaust gas from
getting into the interior. See
on page .47
Door Locks
Carbon
Monoxide Hazard
68
HATCH HANDLE
HANDLE
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Avoid dropping or throwing the
transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from
extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid.
If you lose a transmitter, the
replacement needs to be
reprogrammed by your dealer.
Press this button once
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it
twice to unlock the other doors and
hatch. Some exterior and interior
lights flash twice each time you
press this button. If you do not open
anydoorswithin30seconds,they
will automatically relock.
Pressthisbuttonfor
about 1 second to attract attention;
thehornwillsoundandtheexterior
lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
To cancel panic mode, press any
other button on the remote
transmitter, or turn the ignition
switch to ON (II).
Press this button once to
lock both doors and hatch. 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.
Remote Transmitter Care
UNLOCK
PANIC
LOCK
Remote Transmitter
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UNLOCK
BUTTON
LED LOCK
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON
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Battery type: CR2025
If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors
and the hatch, replace the battery as
soon as possible.
To replace the battery, remove the
round cover on the back of the
transmitter by turning it
counterclockwise with a coin. Insert
a new battery with the side facing
up. Align the mark on the cover
with the mark on the
transmitter. Set the cover in place,
andturnitclockwise.
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry
Canada Standard RSS-210.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
Replacing the Transmitter
Battery
Remote Transmitter
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COVER
CUSHION
RING
BATTERY
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information and warnings about how to
properly position seats and seat-backs.
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Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.
To adjust the seat forward and
backward, pull up on the bar under
the seat cushion’s front edge. Then
trytomovetheseattomakesureit
is locked in position.
To change the seat-back angle of the
front seat, pull up on the lever on the
outside of the seat bottom.
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See page for important safety
information and a warning about how to
properly position the head restraints.
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The head restraints help protect you
and your passengers from whiplash
and other injuries. They are most
effective when you adjust them so
the back of the occupant’s head rests
against the center of the restraint.
The head restraints in the rear
outboard seating positions adjust for
height. You need both hands to
adjust the restraint. To raise it, pull
upward. To lower the restraint, push
the release button sideways and
push the restraint down.
Your vehicle is equipped with head
restraints in the rear outboard
seating positions.
To get into the rear seat on the
driver’s side, pull up on the seat-back
adjustment lever.
To get into the rear seat on the
passenger’s side, push down on the
release lever at the base of the seat-
back. The seat-back will tilt forward,
and the seat will slide forward to
allow easier access to the rear seat.
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RELEASE BUTTON
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The back of the rear seat folds down
to give you more cargo space. Each
side folds down separately. With only
half the seat folded, you can still
carry a passenger in the back seat.
Beforefoldingdowntheseat-back,
move the seat belt out of the way
and put the shoulder part of the
outside seat belt in the clip on each
side.
After you return the seat-back to the
upright position, push the whole seat
backwards until it latches. Make
sure the seat is fully latched before
you sit in it.
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CLIP
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To unlatch either side of the seat-
back, pull up on the release lever,
then fold the seat-back down.
Never drive with the seat-back
folded down and the hatch open. See
on page
.
Make sure all items in the cargo area
are secured. Loose items can fly
forward and cause injury if you have
to brake hard. See
on page .
To lock the seat-back upright, push it
firmly against its latch. Tug on the
seat-back to make sure it is latched.
Make sure the seat belts are
positioned in front of the rear seat-
back and the seat belt buckles are on
the seat cushion whenever the seat-
back is in its upright position.
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carrying Cargo
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RELEASE LEVER
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The cargo area cover may be
removed to give you more cargo
room.
To remove the cargo area cover,
disconnect the cables from the hatch
by lifting up each end, then pulling it
outward. Then push up on the
underside of the cargo cover at each
front corner to unsnap it from the
body.
To install the cargo area cover, place
it in its normal position over the
cargo area. Then push down on each
front corner to snap it in place. Lift
up the rear of the cover, then
reconnect the cables to the hatch.
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NOTCHES
HOOK
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Your vehicle’s windows are electri-
cally-powered. Turn the ignition
switch to ON (II) to raise or lower
any window.
Each door has a switch that controls
its window. To open the window,
push the switch down and hold it.
Release the switch when you want
the window to stop. Close the
window by pulling back on the
switch and holding it.
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.
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DRIVER’S WINDOW
SWITCH
MAIN SWITCH
Closing a power window on
someone’s hands or fingers can
cause serious injury.
Make sure your passenger is
away from the window before
closing it.
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window senses any obstacle while it
is closing automatically, it will
reverse direction and then stop. To
close the window, remove the
obstacle, then use the window switch
again.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
driver’s window fuse is removed, the
AUTO function will be disabled. The
power window system needs to be
reset after reconnecting the battery
or installing the fuse.
Start the engine. Push down and
hold the driver’s window switch
until the window is fully open.
If the power windows do not operate
properly after resetting, have your
vehicle checked by your dealer.
To open or close the
driver’s window, push or pull the
window switch firmly down or up to
the second detent, and release it.
The window will automatically go up
or down all the way. To stop the
window, pull or push on the window
switch briefly.
If the MAIN switch is OFF, the
passenger window cannot be raised
or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch
offwhenyouhavechildreninthe
vehicle so they do not injure
themselves by operating the window
unintentionally.
Pull and hold the driver’s window
switch to close the window
completely, then hold the switch
for a second or two more.
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There are two switches on the
ceiling near the front ceiling light.
The ignition switch must be in the
ON (II) position to operate the
moonroof.
To open the moonroof, pull back the
moonroof switch firmly.
To tilt the moonroof up, press the
button in. To close it, push the
switch forward.
To close the moonroof fully, push
the switch forward.
The moonroof will not close
completely; it will stop about 5.1
inches (130 mm) away from being
closed. Make sure your passengers
are clear of the moonroof, then
release the switch and push it
forward again to close the moonroof
completely.
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OPEN/CLOSE
SWITCH
TILT-UP BUTTON
Opening or closing the
moonroof on someone’s hands
or fingers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers
are clear of the moonroof
before opening or closing it.
If you try to open the moonroof in
below-f reezing temperatures, or when
it is covered with snow or ice, you can
damage the moonroof panel or motor.
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Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare from headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position.
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown.
When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch off to keep your
settings.
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors
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TAB
ADJUSTMENT
SWITCH
SELECTOR
SWITCH
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Canadian model only
To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up fully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake
indicator on the instrument panel
should go out when the parking
brake is fully released (see page ).
The outside mirrors are heated to
remove fog and frost. With the
ignition switch in the ON (II)
position, turn on the heaters by
pressing the button. The indicator in
the button comes on as a reminder.
Press the button again to turn the
heaters off.
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Power Mirror Heaters Parking Brake
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HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles.
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The ceiling light has a three-position
switch: ON, Door Activated, and
OFF.
In the Door Activated (center)
position, the light comes on when
you:
Open any door.
Remove the key from the ignition.
If you do not open a door, the light
fades out in about 10 seconds.
Unlock the doors with the key or
remote transmitter.
The cargo area light comes on when
you open the hatch.
The front ceiling light also contains
two spotlights. Push the button next
to the light to turn it on and off.
Interior Lights
Ceiling Light Cargo Area Light
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FRONT DOOR ACTIVATED
ON
OFF
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COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER
VANITY MIRROR
DRIVER’S POCKET
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
GLOVE BOX
BEVERAGE HOLDER
BEVERAGE HOLDER
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
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Open the glove box by squeezing the
handle. Close it with a firm push.
To access the console compartment,
slide the lid forward, then slide the
beverage holder assembly forward.
Be careful when you are using the
beverage holders. A spilled liquid
that is very hot can scald you or your
passengers. Spilled liquids can
damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the
interior.
This socket is intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). It will not power an
automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
Glove Box Console CompartmentBeverage Holders
Accessory Power Socket
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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
BEVERAGE HOLDER
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
inacrash,evenifthe
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.
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The standard audio system has
many features. This section de-
scribes those features and how to
use them. (If you selected an
optional audio system, refer to the
operating instructions that came
with it.)
The heating and air conditioning
systems in your vehicle provide a
comfortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
...............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 86
.......................Air Flow Controls . 87
............................Playing the Radio . 90
..............................Radio Reception . 93
....................................Playing a CD . 95
.....................................CD Changer . 96
......................Protecting Your CDs . 97
...........CD Player Error Messages . 98
.......CD Changer Error Messages . 99
...............................Playing a Tape . 100
.................Radio Theft Protection . 103
..........................Setting the Clock . 104
...............................Cruise Control . 105
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MODE CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
FAN CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON
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Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the airflow.
The outside air intakes for the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
ThesystemshouldbeleftinFresh
Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C off,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to Recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to Fresh Air
mode.
This button turns the rear window
defogger off and on (see page ).
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Air flows from the floor
vents. When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode.
Air flows from the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C. (The A/C indicator will not
come on.)
Turn this dial to increase or decrease
the fan speed and airflow.
This button turns the air
conditioning on and off. The
indicator in the button comes on
when the A/C is on.
When the recirculation indicator is
on, air from the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in from the outside of the
vehicle (Fresh Air mode).
Airflow is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
floor vents.
Airflow is divided between
the floor vents and the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Use the mode control dial to select
the vents the air flows from. Some
air will flow from the dashboard
vents in all modes.
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Fan Control Dial
Temperature Control Dial
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
Rear Window Defogger Button
Mode Control Dial
Recirculation Button
Air Flow Controls
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The flow-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear side
panels.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn off the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes before you
feel warm air coming through the
system.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The indicator in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature is set
to maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Set the temperature to the lower
limit.
Make sure the A/C is off.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
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Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
This setting is suitable for all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
To remove fog from the inside of the
windows:
Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
The A/C indicator will not come
on in U.S. vehicles.
Select .
Set the fan and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows faster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below each vent.
This sends more warm air to the
windshield defroster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select Fresh Air
mode to avoid fogging the windows.
For your safety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
before driving.
Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial or buttons to your preference.
Set the fan to high.
Select . The system
automatically switches to fresh air
mode and turns on the A/C. The
A/C indicator will not come on in
U.S. vehicles.
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To increase airflow to the
windshield, close the corner vents.
When you switch to another mode
from , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn it off.
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
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Playing the Radio
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SCAN BUTTON
TUNE KNOB
SEEK BAR
SCAN INDICATOR
AM/FM BUTTON
PRESET BUTTONS
STEREO INDICATOR
AUTO SELECT
BUTTON
POWER/VOLUME KNOB
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The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Turn the system on by pushing the
PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM
button. Adjust the volume by turning
the PWR/VOL knob.
The band and frequency that the
radio was last tuned to is displayed.
To change bands, press the AM/FM
button. On the FM band, ST will be
displayed if the station is broadcast-
ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on
AM is not available.
You can use these five methods to
find radio stations on a selected
band: the
preset buttons, and .
Use the TUNE knob to
tune the radio to a desired frequency.
Turn the knob right to tune to a
higher frequency, or left to tune to a
lower frequency.
The SEEK function
searches up and down from the
current frequency to find a station
with a strong signal. To activate it,
press the or side of the
bar, then release it.
Each preset button can
store one frequency on AM, and two
frequencies on FM.
Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
two frequencies with each preset
button.
UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCAN
function to tune the radio to a
desired station.
Pickapresetbutton,andholdit
until you hear a beep.
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a
total of six stations on AM and
twelve stations on FM.
The preset frequencies will be lost if
your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
disconnected, or the radio fuse is
removed.
If you do nothing, the system will
scan for the next strong station and
play it for 5 seconds. When it plays a
station you want to listen to, press
the SCAN button again.
The SCAN function
samples all stations with strong
signals on the selected band. To
activate it, press the SCAN button,
then release it. You will see SCAN in
the display. The system will scan for
a station with a strong signal. When
it finds one, it will stop and play that
station for about 5 seconds.
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Playing the Radio
To Play the Radio
To Select a Station
TUNE,SEEK,SCAN,
AUTO SELECT
TUNE
SEEK
Preset
SCAN
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If you are
traveling far from home and can no
longer receive your preset stations,
you can use the Auto Select feature
to find stations in the local area.
Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’
flashes in the display, and the system
goes into scan mode for several
seconds. It stores the frequencies of
six AM, and twelve FM stations in
the preset buttons.
You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after
pressing a preset button if Auto
Select cannot find a strong station
for every preset button.
press the
A. SEL button. This restores the
presets you originally set.
Press the SOUND/TUNE knob
repeatedly to display the Bass (BAS),
Treble (TRE), Fader (FAD), and
Balance (BAL) setting.
If you do not like the stations Auto
Select has stored, you can store
other frequencies on the preset
buttons as previously described.
Adjust the Balance, or side-
to-side strength of the sound.
Adjust the Fader, or the
front-to-back strength of the sound.
Adjust the Treble in the
sound.
Adjust the Bass in the sound.
You can use the instrument panel
brightness control knob to adjust the
illumination of the audio system (see
page ). The audio system
illuminates when the parking lights
are on, even if the radio is turned off.
Eachmodeisshowninthedisplayas
it changes. Turn the SOUND/TUNE
knob to adjust the setting to your
liking. When the level reaches the
center, you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display.
The system will automatically return
the display to the selected audio
mode about 5 seconds after you stop
adjusting a mode.
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To turn off Auto Select,
Playing the Radio
AUTO SELECT
Adjusting the Sound
BAL
FAD
TRE
BAS
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The radio can receive the complete
AM and FM bands.
Those bands cover these frequen-
cies:
How well the radio receives stations
is dependent on many factors, such
as the distance from the station’s
transmitter, nearby large objects,
and atmospheric conditions.
Driving very near the transmitter of
a station that is broadcasting on a
frequency close to the frequency of
the station you are listening to can
also affect your radio’s reception.
You may temporarily hear both
stations,orhearonlythestationyou
are close to.
A radio station’s signal gets weaker
as you get farther away from its
transmitter. If you are listening to an
AM station, you will notice the sound
volume becoming weaker and the
stationdriftinginandout.Ifyouare
listening to an FM station, you will
see the stereo indicator flickering off
and on as the signal weakens.
Eventually, the stereo indicator will
go off and the sound will fade
completely as you get out of range of
the station’s signal.
AM band:
530 to 1,710 kilohertz
FM band:
87.7 to 107.9 megahertz
Radio stations on the AM band are
assigned frequencies at least ten
kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550).
Stations on the FM band are
assigned frequencies at least 0.2
megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).
Stations must use these exact
frequencies. It is fairly common for
stations to round-off the frequency in
their advertising, so your radio could
display a frequency of 100.9 even
though the announcer may identify
the station as ‘‘FM101.’’
Radio Frequencies Radio Reception
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Radio signals, especially on the FM
band, are deflected by large objects
such as buildings and hills. Your
radio then receives both the direct
signal from the station’s transmitter,
and the deflected signal. This causes
the sound to distort or flutter. This is
a main cause of poor radio reception
in city driving.
Radio reception can be affected by
atmospheric conditions such as
thunderstorms, high humidity, and
even sunspots. You may be able to
receive a distant radio station one
day and not receive it the next day
because of a change in conditions.
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.
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SEEK/SKIP BAR
CD BUTTON
REPEAT INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON
CD EJECT BUTTONCD SLOT
POWER/VOLUME KNOB
SCAN/REPEAT BUTTON
RANDOM INDICATOR
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With the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,
insert a CD into the CD slot. The
drive will pull the CD in the rest of
the way and begin to play it. The
number of the track playing is shown
in the display. The system will
continuously play a CD until you
change modes.
Each time you press and
release , the player skips
forward to the beginning of the next
track. Press and release to skip
backward to the beginning of the
previous track.
To move rapidly within a track, press
and hold the or . You will
see CUE or REW in the display.
This feature plays the
tracks in random order. To activate
Random Play, press and release the
RDM button. You will see RDM in
the display. Press it again to return
to normal play.
Press the eject button ( ) to
remove the CD. If you eject the CD,
but do not remove it from the slot,
the system will automatically reload
the CD after 15 seconds and put it in
pause mode. To begin playing, press
the CD button.
Press the AM/FM button to switch
to the radio while a CD is playing.
Press the CD button to play the CD.
If you turn the system off while a CD
is playing, either with the PWR/VOL
knob or by turning off the ignition,
the disc will stay in the drive. When
youturnthesystembackon,theCD
will begin playing where it left off.
A CD changer is available for your
vehicle. It holds up to six CDs. You
operate the CD changer with the
same controls used for the in-dash
CD player.
Load the desired CDs in the
magazine, and load the magazine in
the changer according to the
instructions that came with the unit.
To select the CD changer, press the
CD button. The CD and track
numbers will be displayed. To select
a different CD, use the preset 5
(DISC ) or preset 6 (DISC )
button. If you select an empty slot in
the magazine, the changer will, after
finding that slot empty, try to load
the CD in the next slot.To continuously replay
a track, press the RPT button. You
will see RPT in the display. Press it
again to turn it off.
Playing a CD, CD Changer
To Play a CD
SKIP
RANDOM
To Stop Playing a CD
Operating the Optional CD
Changer
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When using CD-R discs, use only
high quality CDs labeled for audio
use.
When recording a CD-R, the
recording must be closed for it to
be used by the system.
CD-RW discs will not work in this
unit.
Play only standard round CDs.
Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the
driveorcauseotherproblems.
When a CD is not being played, store
it in its case to protect it from dust
and other contamination. To prevent
warpage, keep CDs out of direct
sunlight and extreme heat.
To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth.
Wipe across the CD from the center
to the outside edge.
AnewCDmayberoughonthe
inner and outer edges. The small
plastic pieces causing this roughness
can flake off and fall on the re-
cording surface of the CD, causing
skipping or other problems. Remove
these pieces by rubbing the inner
and outer edges with the side of a
pencil or pen.
Never try to insert foreign objects in
the CD player or the magazine.
Handle a CD by its edges; never
touch either surface. Do not place
stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
These, along with contamination
from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip
pens, can cause the CD to not play
properly, or possibly jam in the drive.
Handle your CDs properly to
prevent damage and skipping.
Protecting Your CDs
General Information Protecting CDs
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Do not use discs with adhesive labels.
The label can curl up and cause the
disc to jam in the unit.
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Cause
If you see an error message in the
display while playing a CD, find the
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error message, take
your vehicle to your dealer.
Error
Message
Solution
FOCUS Error
Mechanical Error
High temperature
Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.
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.
If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the error
message does not disappear after the CD is
ejected, see your dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
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CauseError
Message
If you see an error message in the
display while playing a CD, find the
cause in the chart to the right. If you
cannot clear the error message, take
your vehicle to your dealer.
Solution
FOCUS Error
No CD in the CD
magazine
Mechanical Error
High temperature
No CD magazine in the
CD changer
Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.
Check for an error message, and insert the
magazine again. If the message does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
see your dealer.
Insert CD.
Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.
Check for an error message, and insert the
magazine again. If the message does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
see your dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Insert CD magazine.
CD Changer Error Messages
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SKIP BAR
DOLBY INDICATOR
POWER/VOLUME KNOB PLAY/PROGRAM
BUTTON
NR BUTTON
REPEAT BUTTON
REPEAT INDICATOR
FAST
FORWARD
BUTTON
REWIND BUTTON
TAPE BUTTON
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Dolby noise reduction turns on
when you insert a tape. The
indicator comes on. If the tape
was not recorded in Dolby, turn it off
by pressing the NR button. Dolby
remains off until you press the NR
button again.
To switch to the radio or CD player
while a tape is playing, press the
AM/FM or CD/TAPE button. To
change back to the tape player, press
the CD/TAPE button.
To rewind the tape,
push the REW button. You will see
REW in the display. To fast forward
the tape, push the FF button. You
will see FF displayed. Press the FF,
REW, or PLAY/PROG button to
take the system out of rewind or fast
forward.
Press button to find
the beginning of the current song or
passage. Press button to find
the beginning of the next song or
passage. When the system reaches
the beginning of a song or passage, it
begins to play it.
The ignition switch must be in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Make sure the open side of the tape
is facing right, then insert the tape
most of the way into the slot. The
system will pull the tape in the rest
of the way, and begin to play it.
Thetapedirectionindicatorcomes
on to show you which side of the
tape is playing. The indicates the
sideyouinsertedupwardisnow
playing. If you want to play the other
side, press the PLAY/PROG button.
When the player reaches the end of
the tape, it will automatically reverse
direction and play the other side.
To remove the tape, press the tape
EJECT button. If you want to turn
the player off, press the PWR/VOL
knob or turn off the ignition. The
tape will remain in the drive. When
youturnthesystembackon,the
tape will begin playing where it left
off.
Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
Optional on all models
Playing a Tape
To Play a Tape
To Stop Playing a Tape
Tape Search Functions
FF/REW
SKIP
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− Press the RPT button
to continuously play a song or
passage. You will see RPT displayed.
The track will repeat until you press
the RPT button again.
The SKIP and REPEAT
functions use silent periods on the
tape to find the end of a song or
passage. These features may not
work if there is almost no gap
between selections, a high noise
level, or a silent period in the middle
of a selection.
Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtand
oxides from the tape. This
contamination builds up over time
and causes the sound quality to
degrade. To prevent this, you should
clean the player after every 30 hours
of use.
Use 100-minute or shorter tapes.
Tapes longer than that may break or
jam the drive.
If you do not clean the tape player
regularly, it may eventually become
impossible to remove the
contamination with a normal
cleaning kit. Your dealer has a
cleaning kit available.
Never insert foreign objects into the
cassette player.
Store tapes in their cases to protect
them from dust and moisture. Never
placetapeswheretheywillbe
exposed to direct sunlight, high heat,
or high humidity. If a tape is exposed
to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a
moderate temperature before
inserting it into the player.
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 tape
to jam in the player. Never try to
insert a warped or damaged tape in
the player.
REPEAT Caring for the Tape and Player
Playing a Tape
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If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over; complete the
five-digit sequence, then enter the
correct code. You have ten tries to
enter the correct code. If you are
unsuccessful in ten attempts, you
must then leave the system on for 1
hour before trying again.
If the code card is lost, your dealer
can access your code with your
radio’s serial number. To access the
serial number, turn the radio on. It
must display ‘‘COdE’’, then turn the
radio off. Push the preset 1, preset 6,
and power buttons at the same time,
then quickly release.
Your vehicle’s audio system will
disable itself if it is disconnected
from electrical power for any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specific five-digit code in the
preset buttons. Because there are
hundreds of number combinations
possible from five-digits, making the
system work without knowing the
exact code is nearly impossible.
If your vehicle’s battery is discon-
nected or goes dead, the audio
system will disable itself. If this
happens, you will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the
frequencydisplaythenexttimeyou
turn on the system. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code.
Thecodeisontheradiocodecard
included in your Owner’s Manual kit.
When it is entered correctly, the
radio will start playing.
Youshouldhavereceivedacardthat
lists your audio system code number
and serial number. It is best to store
this card in a safe place at home. In
addition, you should write the audio
system’s serial number in this
Owner’s Manual.
You will have to store your favorite
stations in the preset buttons after
the system begins working. Your
original settings were lost when the
power was disconnected.
If you lose the card, you must obtain
the code number from a dealer. To
do this, you will need the system’s
serial number.
Radio Theft Protection
Features
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If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, you will
need to set the clock.
Press and hold the CLOCK button
until you hear a beep. Change the
hours by pressing the H (Preset 4)
button until the numbers advance to
the desired time. Change the
minutes by pressing the M (Preset
5) button until the numbers advance
to the desired time. When you are
finished, press the CLOCK button
again.
You can quickly set the time to the
nearest hour. If the displayed time is
before the half hour, press and hold
the CLOCK button until you hear a
beep, then press the R (Preset 6)
button to set the clock back to the
previous hour. If the displayed time
is after the half hour, the clock sets
forward to the beginning of the next
hour.
For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:52 will reset to 2:00
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CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) BUTTON
RESET BUTTON
HOUR BUTTON MINUTE BUTTON
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Cruise control allows you to maintain
asetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)
without keeping your foot on the
accelerator pedal. It should be used
for cruising on straight, open
highways. It is not recommended for
city driving, winding roads, slippery
roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speedabove25mph(40km/h).
Press and release the SET/decel
buttononthesteeringwheel.The
indicator on the instrument panel
comes on to show the system is
now activated.
Push in the Cruise Control Master
Switch. The indicator in the switch
will come on.
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Using the Cruise Control
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RESUME/
accel
BUTTON
SET/decel
BUTTON
CANCEL BUTTON
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
Improper use of the cruise
control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only
when traveling on open
highways in good weather.
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You can increase the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the RESUME/
accel button. When you reach the
desired cruising speed, release the
button.
You can decrease the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the SET/decel
button. Release the button when
you reach the desired speed.
To slow down in very small
amounts, tap the SET/decel
button. Each time you do this,
your vehicle slows down about 1
mph (1.6 km/h).
Push on the accelerator pedal.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed, and press the SET/decel
button.
Tap the brake or clutch pedal
lightly with your foot. The
CRUISE CONTROL indicator on
the instrument panel goes out.
When the vehicle slows to the
desired speed, press the SET/
decel button.
To increase the speed in very
small amounts, tap the RESUME/
accel button. Each time you do
this, your vehicle speeds up about
1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Cruise control may not hold the set
speed when you are going up and
down hills. If your speed increases
going down a hill, use the brakes to
slow down. This will cancel the
cruise control. To resume the set
speed, press the RESUME/accel
button. The indicator on the
instrument panel will come back on.
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Changing the Set Speed
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Even with the cruise control turned
on, you can still use the accelerator
pedal to speed up for passing. After
completing the pass, take your foot
off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle
will return to the set cruising speed.
Resting your foot on the brake or
clutch pedal causes the cruise
control to cancel.
Youcancancelthecruisecontrolin
any of these ways:
Tap the brake or clutch pedal.
Push the CANCEL button on the
steering wheel.
Push the Cruise Control Master
Switch.
When you push the CANCEL
button, or tap the brake or clutch
pedal, the system remembers the
previously-set cruising speed. To
return to that speed, accelerate to
above25mph(40km/h)andthen
press and release the RESUME/
accel button. The CRUISE
CONTROL indicator comes on.
The vehicle will accelerate to the
same cruising speed as before.
Pressing the Cruise Control Master
Switch turns the system completely
off and erases the previous cruising
speed.
Cruise Control
Cancelling the Cruise Control
Resuming the Set Speed
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Before you begin driving your
vehicle, you should know what
gasoline to use, and how to check
the levels of important fluids. You
also need to know how to properly
store luggage or packages. The
information in this section will help
you. If you plan to add any
accessories to your vehicle, please
read the information in this section
first.
.............................Break-in Period . 110
...............Fuel Recommendations . 110
.........Service Station Procedures . 111
.......................................Fueling . 111
OpeningandClosingthe
.......................................Hood . 112
...................................Oil Check . 113
.............Engine Coolant Check . 114
...............................Fuel Economy . 114
...Accessories and Modifications . 115
.............................Carrying Cargo . 117
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Before Driving
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Help assure your vehicle’s future
reliability and performance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km).
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
Youshouldfollowthesesame
recommendations with an
overhauled or exchanged engine, or
when the brakes are relined.
During this period:
Your vehicle is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 86 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise that can lead to engine damage.
In addition, in order to maintain good
performance, fuel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend, in areas where it is
available, the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain manganese-based
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
your dealer for service.
For further important fuel-related
information, please refer to your
.
Some gasoline today is blended with
oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
operate on oxygenated gasoline
containing up to 10 percent ethanol
by volume and up to 15 percent
MTBE by volume. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
We recommend using quality
gasoline containing detergent
additives that help prevent fuel
system and engine deposits.
Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation
Quick Start Guide
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Park with the driver’s side closest
to the gas pump.
Open the fuel fill door by pulling
onthehandletotheleftofthe
driver’s seat.
even though the tank is not full,
there may be a problem with your
vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery
system. The system helps keep
fuel vapors from going into the
atmosphere. Consult your dealer.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.
Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
Put the attachment on the fuel fill
cap into the slit on the fuel fill door.
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If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off
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Before Driving
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Pull
FUEL FILL CAP
ATTACHMENT
SLIT
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flames
away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least three times.
If you do not properly tighten the
cap, the Malfunction Indicator
Lampmaycomeon(seepage
).
Push the fuel fill door closed until
it latches.
Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
If the hood latch handle moves
stiffly, or if you can open the hood
without lifting the handle, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated.
Put your fingers between the front
edge of the hood near the center.
The hood latch handle is above
the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up
until it releases the hood. Lift the
hood.
Pull the support rod out of its clip
and insert the end into the
designated hole(s) in the hood.
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Opening and Closing the Hood
112
LATCH
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
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Wait a few minutes after turning the
engine off before you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
Wipe the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert it all the way back in its tube.
Remove the dipstick again and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .
To close the hood, lift it up slightly to
remove the support rod from the
hole. Put the support rod back into
its holding clip. Lower the hood to
about a foot (30 cm) above the
fender, then let it drop. Make sure it
is securely latched.
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Adding Oil
Oil Check
Before Driving
113
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
GRIP
SUPPORT RODCLIP
DIPSTICK
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Try to maintain a constant speed.
Everytimeyouslowdownand
speed up, your vehicle uses extra
fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen
appropriate.
Combine several short trips into
one.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air
ventilation when possible.
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
on page for
information on adding the proper
coolant.
Refer to
on page for information
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
an underinflated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses more fuel.
The build-up of snow or mud on
your vehicle’s underside adds
weight and rolling resistance.
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel
mileage and reduces the chance of
corrosion.
Always maintain your vehicle
according to the maintenance
schedule. See
(see page
).
Always drive in the highest gear
possible.
Drive moderately. Rapid
acceleration, abrupt cornering,
and hard braking use more fuel.
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For example,
Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel EconomyEngine Coolant Check
Adding
Engine Coolant
Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
Owner’s
Maintenance Checks
114
RESERVE
TANK
MIN
MAX
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Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved for your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.
Before installing any accessory:
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper vehicle operation or
performance.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interfere with
proper operation.
Modifying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsafe. Before you make any
modifications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the following
information.
Before installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the final installation.
Although non-Honda accessories
may fit on your vehicle, they may not
meet factory specifications, and
could adversely affect your vehicle’s
handling and stability (see page ).
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Accessories
Accessories and Modifications
Before Driving
115
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
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Some examples are:
If you plan to modify your vehicle,
consult your dealer.
Removing parts from your vehicle,
or replacing components with
non-Honda components could
seriously affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
Lowering your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit that
significantly reduces ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps
or other raised objects, which
could cause the airbags to deploy.
Raising your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit can
affect the handling and stability.
Non-Honda wheels, because they
are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components.
Larger or smaller wheels and tires
can interfere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
Modifying your steering wheel or
any other part of your vehicle’s
safety systems could make the
systems ineffective.
Modifying Your Vehicle
Accessories and Modifications
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Your vehicle has several convenient
storage areas:
Glove box
Front door pocket
Console compartment
Cargo area
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.
Carrying Cargo
Before Driving
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DOOR POCKET
DRIVER’S POCKET
CARGO AREA
CONSOLE COMPARTMENT
GLOVE BOX
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−×Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit:
Locate the statement, ‘‘the
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed 850
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard.
[The placard is on the driver’s
doorjamb.]
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passengers from
850 pounds or 395 kilograms.
The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity.
For example, if the maximum load
is 850 lbs and there will be five 150
lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 100 lbs.
(850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.)
Determine the combined weight
of luggage and cargo being loaded
on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity in
Step 4.
The maximum load for your vehicle
is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure
includes total weight of all occupants,
cargo, and accessories.
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Overloading or improper
loading can affect handling and
stability and cause a crash in
which you can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this
manual.
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Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the
hatch, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, follow the instructions
on page .
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible. Tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
Do not place items on the cargo
area cover, or stack objects higher
than the top of the back seat. They
could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals or the seat.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
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Carrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
carbon monoxide
poisoning
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area
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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual transmission. It also includes
important information on parking
your vehicle, and the braking system.
........................Preparing to Drive . 122
.......................Starting the Engine . 123
...................Manual Transmission . 124
...........................................Parking . 126
...........................Towing a Trailer . 126
.............................Braking System . 127
...............Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 128
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors and the
hatch are securely closed and
locked.
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicator lights in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments before you drive
your vehicle.
Check that the hood is fully closed.
Check that the hatch is fully
closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
fastened down securely.
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Push the clutch pedal down all the
way.
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.
If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
downandholdittherewhile
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
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Immobilizer System
The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air found at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
The immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. See
on page .
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The manual transmission is syn-
chronizedinallforwardgearsfor
smooth operation. It has a lockout so
you cannot shift directly from Fifth
to Reverse. When shifting up or
down,makesureyoupushtheclutch
pedal down all the way, shift to the
next gear, and let the pedal up
gradually. When you are not shifting,
do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal. This can cause your clutch to
wear out faster.
Come to a full stop before you shift
into Reverse. You can damage the
transmission by trying to shift into
Reverse with the vehicle moving.
Push down the clutch pedal, and
pause for a few seconds before
shifting into Reverse, or shift into
one of the forward gears for a
moment. This stops the gears so
they won’t ‘‘grind.’’
When slowing down, you can get
extra braking from the engine by
shifting to a lower gear. This extra
braking can help you maintain a safe
speed and prevent your brakes from
overheating while going down a
steep hill. Before downshifting,
make sure the engine speed will not
go into the tachometer’s red zone in
the lower gear.
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Rapid slowing or speeding-up
can cause loss of control on
slippery surfaces. If you crash,
you can be injured.
Use extra care when driving on
slippery surfaces.
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Shift up
1st to 2nd
2nd to 3rd
3rd to 4th
4th to 5th
Normal acceleration
17 mph (27 km/h)
28 mph (45 km/h)
45 mph (72 km/h)
56 mph (90 km/h)
If you exceed the maximum speed
for the gear you are in, the engine
speed will enter into the tachometer’s
red zone. If this occurs, 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
RPM below the red zone.
Before downshifting, make sure the
engine will not go into the
tachometer’s red zone.
Drive in the highest gear that lets
the engine run and accelerate
smoothly. This will give you good
fuel economy and effective
emissions control. The following
shift points are recommended:
Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter
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If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb, and put the transmission in
first gear.
If the vehicle is facing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb, and put the transmission in
reverse gear.
Make sure the parking brake is
fully released before driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a
trailer, attempting to do so can void
your warranties.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other flammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
Lock the doors.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the cargo area, or take them
with you.
Turn off the lights.
Make sure the moonroof and the
windows are closed.
Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set firmly or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Towing a Trailer
Parking Tips
Parking
Parking, Towing a Trailer
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Resting your foot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, and reduces their effectiveness.
It also keeps your brake lights on all
the time, confusing drivers behind
you.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their effective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your foot off the
accelerator and downshifting to a
lower gear.
Check the brakes after driving
through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they feel
normal. If not, apply them gently and
frequently until they do. Be extra
cautious in your driving.
If the brake pads need replacing, you
will hear a distinctive, metallic
screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. If you do not have
the brake pads replaced, they will
screech all the time. It is normal for
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all four wheels. A power
assist helps reduce the effort needed
on the brake pedal. The ABS helps
you retain steering control when
braking very hard.
The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the left-front brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
etc.). If one circuit should develop a
problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.
Braking System
Brake Wear Indicators
Braking System Design
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such as trying to take a
corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change.
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.
It only helps with steering
control during braking.
on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock.
Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the
brake pedal. This is sometimes
referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’
You will feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal when the ABS activates, and
you may hear some noise. This is
normal: it is the ABS rapidly
pumpingthebrakes.Ondry
pavement, you will need to press on
thebrakepedalveryhardbeforethe
ABS activates. However, you may
feel the ABS activate immediately if
you are trying to stop on snow or ice. If the ABS indicator comes on while
driving, test the brakes as shown on
page .
The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
helps prevent the brakes from
locking up and helps you retain
steering control by pumping the
brakes rapidly, much faster than a
person can do it.
If the ABS indicator comes on, the
anti-lock function of the braking
system has shut down. 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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You should never pump the brake pedal.
ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders
ABS will not prevent a skid that
results from changing direction
abruptly,
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.
ABS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle;
A vehicle with ABS may require a
longer distance to stop
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to follow basic
maintenance safety precautions.
This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules for normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions for simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself.
If you have the skills and tools to per-
form more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page for information on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.
......................Maintenance Safety . 130
.................Maintenance Schedule . 131
....................Maintenance Record . 135
..............................Fluid Locations . 137
........................Adding Engine Oil . 138
.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 139
..............................Engine Coolant . 141
....................Windshield Washers . 142
.......................Transmission Fluid . 143
....................................Brake Fluid . 144
...................................Clutch Fluid . 144
.............................................Lights . 145
................Cleaning the Seat Belts . 153
.....................................Floor Mats . 153
..................DustandPollenFilter .153
.................................Wiper Blades . 154
...............................................Tires . 157
...................Checking the Battery . 162
.............................Vehicle Storage . 163
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To eliminate potential hazards, read
the instructions before you begin,
and make sure you have the tools
and skills required.
To clean parts, use a commercially
available degreaser or parts
cleaner, not gasoline.
To reduce the possibility of fire or
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,
and flames away from the battery
and all fuel-related parts.
Wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working
with the battery or compressed air.
Be sure there is
adequate ventilation whenever you
operate the engine.
Let the
engine and exhaust system cool
before touching any parts.
Do
not run the engine unless
instructed to do so.
Some of the most important safety
precautions are given here. However,
we cannot warn you of every
conceivable hazard that can arise in
performing maintenance. Only you
can decide whether or not you
should perform a given task.
Make sure your vehicle is parked
on level ground, the parking brake
is set, and the engine is off.
All service items not detailed in this
section should be performed by a
certified technician or qualified
mechanic.
Maintenance Safety
Important Safety Precautions
Potential Vehicle Hazards
Carbon Monoxide poison from
engine exhaust.
Burns from hot parts.
Injury from moving parts.
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Failure to properly follow
maintenance instructions and
precautions can cause you to
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures
and precautions in this owner’s
manual.
Improperly maintaining this
vehicle or failing to correct a
problem before driving can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection
and maintenance
recommendations, and
schedules in this owner’s
manual.
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Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s
load limit. This puts excess stress
on the engine, brakes, and many
other vehicle parts. The load limit
is shown on the tire information
label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule for Severe
Conditions if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
following conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)
per trip or, in freezing
temperatures, driving less than 10
miles (16 km) per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over
90°F (32°C)] conditions.
Used primarily as a delivery
vehicle or taxi that is driven
mostly in stop-and-go traffic and/
or parked with the engine idling.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-
iced roads.
If you only drive
under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you
should follow the Normal Conditions
Maintenance Schedule.
Operate your vehicle on
reasonable roads within the legal
speed limit.
Always use unleaded gasoline with
theproperoctanerating(seepage
).
Drive your vehicle regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Service your vehicle according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the Maintenance Schedules on the
following pages.
Driving with a roof rack, or driving
in mountainous conditions.
The maintenance schedule assumes
you will use your vehicle as normal
transportation for passengers and
their possessions. You should also
follow these recommendations:
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule for Severe
Conditions.
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OCCASIONALLY
Maintenance Schedule
Which Schedule to Follow
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Maintenance
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Your authorized dealer knows your
vehicle best and can provide
competent, efficient service.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualified service facility or
skilled person to keep your
warranties in effect. Keep all the
receipts as proof of completion, and
have the person who does the work
fill out the Maintenance Record.
Check your warranty booklet for
more information.
We recommend the use of Honda
parts and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done.
U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, failure to perform
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
performed at the recommended time
or mileage period to ensure long-
term reliability.
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specified intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perform
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you fill the fuel tank. See page .
Brakes Check the fluid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
.
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, and license plate
lights monthly. See page .
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114
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Maintenance Schedule
Servicing Your Vehicle
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA
standards.
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
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Follow the Normal Maintenance
Schedule if the severe driving
conditions specified in the Severe
Conditions Maintenance Schedule on
the next page do not apply.
NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY
drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you
should follow the Normal Conditions
Maintenance Schedule.
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miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
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Check inflation and condition once a month
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
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16
20
32
30
48
40
64
50
80
60
96
70
112
80
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100
160
90
144
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208
140
224
150
240
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Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
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192
120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every
60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 160)
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections
Inspect drive belts
Replace Dust and Pollen Filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace manual transmission fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
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Follow the Severe Maintenance
Schedule if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
following conditions:
Extensive idling or long periods of
stop and go driving, such as a taxi or
a commercial delivery vehicle.
Driving with a roof rack, or driving
in mountainous conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per
trip or, in freezing temperatures,
driving less than 10 miles (16 km)
per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F
(32°C)] conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced
roads.
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule for Severe
Conditions.
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miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
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Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) (Use normal schedule
except in dusty conditions)
10
16
20
32
30
48
40
64
50
80
70
112
80
128
100
160
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
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208
140
224
Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).
Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)
Check inflation and condition once a month
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months,
whichever comes first
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96
90
144
120
192
150
240
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Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)
110
176
120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every
60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
See dust and pollen filter on page for
replacement information under special
driving conditions.
Check engine oil and coolant
Check tires
Replace engine oil
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 160)
Replace engine oil filter
Check front and rear brakes
Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches
Inspect the following items:
Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots
Suspension components, Driveshaft boots
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect the following items:
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls/vehicle underbody
Inspect drive belts
Replace Dust and Pollen Filter
Replace air cleaner element
Replace spark plugs
Inspect valve clearance
Replace manual transmission fluid
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace brake fluid
See information on maintenance and
emissions warranty on page .
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Maintenance Record
Maintenance
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5,000 mi
10,000 mi
15,000 mi
20,000 mi
25,000 mi
30,000 mi
35,000 mi
40,000 mi
45,000 mi
50,000 mi
55,000 mi
60,000 mi
65,000 mi
70,000 mi
75,000 mi
80,000 mi
8,000 km
16,000 km
24,000 km
32,000 km
(or 1 year)
40,000 km
48,000 km
56,000 km
64,000 km
(or 2 years)
Signature or dealer stamp
72,000 km
80,000 km
88,000 km
96,000 km
(or 3 years)
104,000 km
112,000 km
120,000 km
128,000 km
(or 4 years)
Signature or dealer stamp mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe
conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
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85,000 mi
90,000 mi
95,000 mi
100,000 mi
105,000 mi
110,000 mi
115,000 mi
120,000 mi
125,000 mi
130,000 mi
135,000 mi
140,000 mi
145,000 mi
150,000 mi
155,000 mi
160,000 mi
136,000 km
144,000 km
152,000 km
160,000 km
(or 5 years)
168,000 km
176,000 km
184,000 km
192,000 km
(or 6 years)
200,000 km
208,000 km
216,000 km
224,000 km
(or 7 years)
232,000 km
240,000 km
248,000 km
256,000 km
(or 8 years)
Signature or dealer stamp Signature or dealer stampmi/km
mi/km
mi/km
Date
Date
Date
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
Date
Date
Date
Date
mi/km
mi/km
mi/km
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Date
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Fluid Locations
Maintenance
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ENGINE OIL
DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
RADIATOR CAP
BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
CLUTCH FLUID
(Gray cap)
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
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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. 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 few minutes, and recheck the oil
level. Do not fill above the upper
mark; you could damage the engine.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certification Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the preferred
5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certification Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil’s viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is formulated for year-
round protection of your vehicle, to
improve cold weather starting and
fuel economy.
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Recommended Engine Oil
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
API SERVICE LABEL
Ambient Temperature
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You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certification Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
follow the oil and filter change
intervals given on the maintenance
schedule.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
affect your engine’s or transmission’s
performance and durability.
Always change the oil and 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
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood and remove the
engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer from the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
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Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Changing the Oil and Filter
Maintenance
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OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER
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Install a new oil filter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Replace the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn off the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including filter):
Remove the oil filter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Turn off the engine, let it sit for
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
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8.
7.
6.
5.
3.
4.
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OIL FILTER
33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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If the coolant level in the reserve
tank is at or below the MIN line, add
coolant to bring it up to between the
MIN and MAX lines. Inspect the
cooling system for leaks.
If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not
available, you may use another
major-brand non-silicate coolant as a
temporaryreplacement.Makesureit
is a high-quality coolant
recommended for aluminum engines.
Continued use of any non-Honda
coolant can result in corrosion,
causing the cooling system to
malfunction or fail. Have the cooling
system flushed and refilled with
Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as
possible.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
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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Adding Engine Coolant
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RESERVE TANK
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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When the radiator and engine are
cool, relieve any pressure in the
cooling system by turning the
radiator cap counterclockwise,
without pressing down.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
Put the radiator cap back on and
tighten it.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to halfway between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your vehicle’s
cooling system. They may not be
compatible with the coolant or
engine components.
The coolant level should be up to
the base of the filler neck. Add
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.
Check the fluid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use.
The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page ).
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
When you refill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them.
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3.
4.
5.
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Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers
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RADIATOR CAP
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.
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Check the fluid level with the
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.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to add fluid,
contact your dealer.
Transmission Fluid
Maintenance
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Correct level
FILLER BOLT
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The fluid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake fluid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
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
replacement. Using any non-Honda
brake fluid can cause corrosion and
decrease the life of the system. Have
the brake system flushed and refilled
with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Check the brake fluid level in the
reservoirs monthly.
The fluid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
Replace the brake fluid according to
the time recommendation in the
maintenance schedule.
A low fluid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible.
Brake Fluid, Clutch Fluid
Brake Fluid Clutch Fluid
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MIN
MAX
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Remove the electrical connector
from the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
When you replace the bulb on the
driver’s side, if necessary, loosen
the bolt on the battery plate, then
slide the battery.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area, readjustment may be
required. Adjustments should be
performed by your dealer or other
qualified mechanic.
Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. Handle the bulb by its plastic
case and protect the glass from
contactwithyourskinorhard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
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2.
Hood Latch, Lights
Replacement
Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Maintenance
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TAB
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
turn the steering wheel all the way
to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.
Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the holding clip from the
inner fender.
Pull the inner fender cover back.
Remove the bulb by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.
Insert the new bulb into the hole
and turn it one-quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it in place.
Push the electrical connector back
onto the bulb. Make sure it is on
all the way.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
If you loosened the bolt on the
battery plate, tighten it securely.
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4.
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7.
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Replacing a Front Turn Signal
Bulb
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Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Front bumper: Push the front
edge of the side marker lens
toward the rear of the vehicle. The
front edge will pop out of the
bumper.
Rear bumper: Push the rear edge
ofthesidemarkerlenstowardthe
front of the vehicle. The rear edge
will pop out of the bumper.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Put the inner fender cover in place.
Install the holding clip. Lock it in
placebypushingonthecenter.
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Replacing a Side Marker Bulb
Maintenance
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SOCKET
BULBSOCKET
BULB
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Turn the socket one-quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove it
from the lens.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Open the hood. The front parking
light is next to the headlight bulb.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Put the socket back into its hole in
the lens and turn it clockwise until
it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Place the tabbed end of the side
marker assembly into the bumper
first, then the looped end. Press on
the looped end to get the assembly
to snap back in place.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Turn on the parking lights and
check that the new bulb is
working.
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Bulb
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BULB
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Open the hatch.
Remove the cover from the inside
panel by carefully prying on its
upper front edge with a small flat-
tipped screwdriver.
Remove the socket for that bulb
by turning it one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
Remove the burned out bulb from
thesocketbypushingitinand
turning the bulb counterclockwise
until it unlocks.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Reinstall the socket in the taillight
assembly and turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working. Reinstall the
cover over the taillight assembly.
Determine which bulb, stop/
taillight, back-up light, or turn
signal is burned out.
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2.
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5.
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7.
8.
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs
Maintenance
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COVER BULB
SOCKET
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Open the hatch.
Put your fingers between the
interior trim and the hatch glass
on either side of the high-mount
brake light. Carefully pull down on
the trim to unsnap the clips from
the hatch. Work your way toward
each end of the trim. Remove the
trim.
Remove the bulb holder from the
light assembly by pushing the tabs
on both sides and pulling the bulb
holder down.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
holder. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in its holder.
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3.2.
4.
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Replacing the High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
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Push the bulb holder into the light
assembly until it locks in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Line up the clips on the interior
trim with the corresponding holes
in the hatch.Push on the trim to
snap it back in place.
Pushthefrontofthesideturn
signal assembly toward the rear of
the vehicle until it pops out of the
body.
Turn the socket one-quarter turn
counterclockwise to remove it
from the lens.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Put the socket back into its hole in
the lens and turn it clockwise until
it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Put the side turn signal assembly
back into the body, rear first. Push
on the front edge until it snaps into
place.1.
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5.
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Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb
Maintenance
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Slide the lens to the right until the
left side of the lens pops out of the
body. Pull out the light assembly.
Remove the lens from the socket
by pulling the lens while squeezing
the tabs on both sides of the
socket.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in the socket.
Turn on the parking lights and
check that the new bulb is
working.
Put the lens back on the bulb
holder and push it until it latches.
Slide the right side of the light
assembly into the hole. Push on
theleftsidetolatchtheassembly
into place.
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5.
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Replacing a Rear License Plate
Bulb
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Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
If you use an aftermarket floor mat,
make sure it fits properly and that it
canbeusedwiththefloormat
anchor. Do not put additional floor
mats on top of the anchored mat.
If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air dry before
you use the vehicle.
The driver’s floor mat that came
with your vehicle hooks over the
floor mat anchor. This keeps the
floor mat from sliding forward and
possibly interfering with the pedals.
If you remove the driver’s floor mat,
make sure to re-anchor it when you
putitbackinyourvehicle.
This filter removes the dust and
pollenthatisbroughtinfromthe
outside through the heating and
cooling system.
Have your dealer replace this filter
every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
under normal conditions. It should
be replaced every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km) if you drive primarily in
urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air, or if
the flow from the heating and
cooling system becomes less than
usual.
Floor MatsCleaning the Seat Belts
Dust and Pollen Filter
Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter
Maintenance
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To replace a front wiper blade:
Raise the wiper arm off the
windshield. Raise the driver’s side
first, then the passenger’s side.
Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every 6 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.
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Remove the blade from its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull firmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.
Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinforcement 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.
Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm down against
the windshield. Lower the
passenger’s side first, then the
driver’s side.
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Maintenance
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BLADE
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
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To replace a rear wiper blade:
Pull one end of the blade out from
the holder.
Slide the blade out of the holder.
Insert both ends of the blade into
the holder. Make sure they are
secure.
Lower the wiper arm.
Raise the wiper arm off the rear
window.
Examine the new wiper blade. If it
has no plastic or metal
reinforcement 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.
Slide the new blade into the holder.
Make sure it is engaged in the slot
along its full length.
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5.
6.
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Keeping the tires properly inflated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread life, and riding
comfort.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly,
adversely affect handling and fuel
economy, and are more likely to
fail from being overheated.
Overinflated tires can make your
vehicleridemoreharshly,are
more prone to damage from road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
To safely operate your vehicle, your
tires must be the proper type and
size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inflated.
The following pages give more
detailed information on how to take
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced.
Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure in each tire at least once a
month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose one to two psi (10
to 20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per
month. Remember to check the
sparetireatthesametime.
Check the air pressures when the
tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked for at least
three hours, or driven less than 1
mile (1.6 km). Add or release air, if
needed, to match the recommended
cold tire pressures on page .158
Tires
Inflation GuidelinesTires
Maintenance
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Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.
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If you check air pressures when the
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 readings. This
is normal. Do not let air out to match
the recommended cold air pressure.
The tire will be underinflated.
While tubeless tires have some
ability to self-seal if they are
punctured, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
The following chart shows the
recommended cold tire pressures for
most normal and high-speed driving
conditions.
For convenience, the recommended
cold air pressures and tire sizes are
on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
For additional information about
your tires, see page .
Youshoulduseyourowntire
pressure gauge whenever you check
your tire pressures. This will make it
easier for you to tell if a pressure
loss is due to a tire problem and not
due to a variation between gauges.
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Tire Size
Compact spare
Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
Tires
Recommended Tire Pressures
158
P205/55R16 89V 30 psi (210 kPa ,
2.1 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa ,
4.2 kgf/cm
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In addition to proper inflation,
correct wheel alignment helps to
decrease tire wear. If you find a tire
is worn unevenly, have your dealer
check the wheel alignment.
Have your dealer check the tires if
you feel a consistent vibration while
driving. A tire should always be
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.
Your tires have wear indicators
molded into the tread. When the
tread wears down, you will see a
band 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide across
the tread. This shows there is less
than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left
on the tire.
Every time you check inflation, you
should also examine the tires for
damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Youshouldlookfor:
Bumps or bulges in the tread or
side of the tire. Replace the tire if
youfindeitheroftheseconditions.
Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side
of the tire. Replace the tire if you
can see fabric or cord.
Excessive tread wear.
A tire this worn gives very little
traction on wet roads. You should
replace the tire if you can see three
or more tread wear indicators.
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Tires
Maintenance
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR
Improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use
only Honda wheel weights f or
balancing.
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Wheels:
Tires:
To help increase tire life and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000
km). Move the tires to the positions
showninthecharteachtimethey
are rotated. If you purchase
directional tires, rotate only front-to-
back.
It is best to replace all four tires at
thesametime.Ifthatisnotpossible
or necessary, replace the two front
tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling.
Replace your tires with radial tires of
the same size, load range, speed
rating and maximum cold tire
pressure rating (as shown on the
tire’s sidewall).
Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on
your vehicle can reduce braking
ability, traction, and steering
accuracy. Using tires of a different
size or construction can cause the
ABS to work inconsistently.
If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specifications
match those of the original wheels.
Replacement wheels are available at
your dealer.
See page for information about
DOT Tire Quality Grading and page
for tire size explanation.157
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Wheel and Tire Specifications
Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels
Tires
160
Front Front
(Front Non-directional
Tires and Wheels)
(Front Directional
Tires and Wheels)
16x61/2J
P205/55R16 89V
Installing improper tires on your
vehicle can affect handling and
stability. This can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of
tires recommended in this
owner’s manual.
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When installing cables, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions, and
mount them as tight as you can.
Make sure they are not contacting
the brake lines or suspension. Drive
slowly with them installed. If you
hear them coming into contact with
the body or chassis, stop and
investigate. Remove them as soon as
you begin driving on cleared roads.
Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All
Season’’ on the sidewall have an all-
weather tread design suitable for
most winter driving conditions.
For the best performance in snowy
or icy conditions, you should install
snow tires or tire chains. They may
be required by local laws under
certain conditions.
If you mount snow tires on your
vehicle, make sure they are radial
tires of the same size and load range
as original tires. Mount snow tires on
all four wheels. The traction
provided by snow tires on dry roads
maybelowerthanyouroriginaltires.
Check with the tire dealer for
maximum speed recommendations.
Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’
cable-type traction devices, with
rubber chain tensioners on the front
tires. Use traction devices only when
required by driving conditions or
local laws. Make sure they are the
correct size for your tires. Make link-
type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.
Tire ChainsWinter Driving
Snow Tires
Tires
Maintenance
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Traction devices that are the wrong
size or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.
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Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors.
If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualified technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
Check the terminals for corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it off with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
further corrosion.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
WARNING:
Wash your hands after handling.
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TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance.
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If you need to park your vehicle for
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it for storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Fill the fuel tank.
Change the engine oil and filter.
Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored for a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are off the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
from a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse.
Support the front and rear wiper
blade arms with a folded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
Disconnect the battery.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and hatch seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and hatch seals.
If you store your vehicle for 12
months or longer, have your dealer
perform the inspections called for in
the 24 months/30,000 miles
(48,000 km) maintenance schedule
(Normal Conditions) as soon as you
take it out of storage (see page ).
The replacements called for in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches full
operating temperature (the
cooling fan cycles twice).
Preferably, do this once a month.
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you information about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.
......................Compact Spare Tire . 166
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 167
.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 171
................................Jump Starting . 173
..............If the Engine Overheats . 174
.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 177
..........Charging System Indicator . 177
.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 178
...............Brake System Indicator . 179
..................Closing the Moonroof . 180
..............................................Fuses . 181
..............................Fuse Locations . 184
......................Emergency Towing . 186
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Use the compact spare tire as a
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced,
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Check the inflation pressure of the
compact spare tire every time you
check the other tires. It should be
inflated to:
Follow these precautions:
This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road sur-
faces. Use greater caution while
driving.
Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
Replace the tire when you can see
the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
and design tire, mounted on the
samewheel.Thesparetireisnot
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the spare wheel is not
designed for mounting a regular tire.
Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare tire.
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is
thesamemakeandmodel.
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
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If you have a flat tire while driving,
stop in a safe place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area to stop
that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Park the vehicle on firm, level, and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Reverse. Apply the
parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0). Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
Open the hatch. Raise the cargo
area floor by lifting up on the back
edge.
Take the tool bag out of the cargo
area.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2
turn with the wheel nut wrench.
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5.
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SPARE TIRE CARGO AREA FLOOR
TOOL BAG
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the
jack.
Use the jack that came with your
vehicle. If you try to raise another
vehicle with this jack or use another
jack to raise your vehicle, the vehicle or
jack can be damaged.
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Place the jack under the jacking
point. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the jacking point tab is
restinginthejacknotch.
Use the extension and the wheel
nut wrench as shown to raise the
vehicle until the flat tire is off the
ground.
Before mounting the spare tire,
wipeanydirtoffthemounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully;itmaybehotfrom
driving.
Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel nut wrench
until the wheel is firmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them fully.
Remove the wheel nuts, then
remove the flat tire. Place the flat
tire on the ground with the outside
surface facing up.
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WHEEL
WRENCH
EXTENSION
BRAKE HUB
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Lower the vehicle to the ground
and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
facility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Remove the center cap before
storing the flat tire in the spare
tire well.
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13.
14.
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
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CENTER CAP
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
Remove the spacer cone from the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
Securetheflattirebyscrewing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
Store the jack and tool kit back in
the center of the spare tire.
Store the center cap in the spare
tire well. Make sure it does not get
scratched or damaged.
Lower the cargo area floor, then
close the hatch.
15.
16.
17.
18. 19.
20.
Changing a Flat Tire
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WING BOLT
SPACER CONE
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.
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You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
faster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
When you turn the ignition switch to
START (III), you do not hear the
normal noise of the engine trying to
start. You may hear a clicking sound
or series of clicks, or nothing at all.
Turn the ignition switch to START
(III). If the headlights do not dim,
check the condition of the fuses. If
thefusesareOK,thereis
probably something wrong with
the electrical circuit for the
ignition switch or starter motor.
You will need a qualified
technician to determine the
problem (see
on page ).
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is dis-
charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of
the battery and terminal connec-
tions (see page ). You can
then try jump starting the vehicle
from a booster battery (see page
).
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Turn on the headlights, and check
their brightness. If the headlights
areverydimordonotcomeonat
all, the battery is discharged. See
on page .
Check the transmission interlock.
The clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the floor or the
starter will not operate.
Check these things:
Diagnosing why the engine won’t
start falls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
key to START (III):
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Motor Operates Very Slowly
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In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page ).Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the dash panel to blink
rapidly(seepage ).
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
on page .
Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
on page .
Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.
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The Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine
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Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
Turn off all the electrical
accessories: heater, A/C, stereo
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in Neutral and set
the parking brake.
Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or frozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
To jump start your vehicle:
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
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A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a frozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If the vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming from under the hood.
Start the vehicle. If the starter
motor still operates slowly, check
that the jumper cables have good
metal-to-metal contact.
Keep the ends of the jumper cables
away from each other and any metal
on the vehicle until everything is
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
The numbers in the illustrations
show you the order to connect the
jumper cables.
Once the vehicle is running,
disconnect the negative cable from
your vehicle, then from the
booster battery. Disconnect the
positive cable from the vehicle,
and then from the booster battery.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
7.
6.
5.
Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats
174
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to your engine.
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Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you find a leak, it
must be repaired before you
continue driving (see
on page ).
If you do not find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn
off the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn off the engine.
Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral,
and set the parking brake. Turn
off the all accessories, and turn on
the hazard warning indicators.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
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Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge or lower
before checking the radiator.
Start the engine, and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Add coolant to the
radiator up to the base of the filler
neck. If you do not have the
proper coolant mixture available,
you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and refilled with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can.
8.
9.
10.
11.
7.
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Towing
IftheEngineOverheats
176
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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Safely pull off the road, and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
Let the vehicle sit for a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
before you can continue driving
(see on page
).
If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running,
the battery is not being charged.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts flashing
or stays on, the oil pressure has
dropped very low. Serious engine
damage is possible and you should
take immediate action.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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138
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency Towing
Charging System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
Taking Care of the Unexpected
177
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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If your vehicle battery has been
disconnected or gone dead, these
codes are erased. It takes at least
three days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions
control systems may have a problem.
Even though you may feel no
difference in your vehicle’s
performance, it can reduce your fuel
economy and cause increased
emissions. Continued operation may
cause serious damage.
If you have recently refueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
fuel fill cap. Tighten the cap until it
clicks at least three times.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator off immediately; it takes at
least three days of normal driving.
If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn off as you
continue driving, have the vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition to ON (II), without starting
the engine. The Malfunction
Indicator Lamp will come on for 20
seconds.Ifitthengoesoff,the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5
times, the readiness codes are not
set. If possible, do not take your
vehicle for a state emissions test
until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to STATE EMISSIONS
TESTING for more information (see
page ).199
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Readiness Code
178
If you keep driving with the
Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you
can damage your vehicle’s emission
controls and the engine. Those repairs
may not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties.
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However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. A problem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see
on page ).
If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully.
If the brake system indicator comes
on while driving, the brake fluid level
is probably low. Press lightly on the
brake pedal to see if it feels normal.
If it does, check the brake fluid level
thenexttimeyoustopataservice
station (see page ).
If the fluid level is low, take your
vehicle to a dealer, and have the
brake system inspected for leaks or
worn brake pads.
The brake system indicator
normally comes on when
you turn the ignition switch
to ON (II), and as a
reminder to check the
parking brake. It will stay
on if you do not fully
release the parking brake.
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Brake System Indicator
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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U.S.
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Check the fuse for the moonroof
motor (see page ). If the fuse
is blown, replace it with one of the
same or lower rating.
Try closing the moonroof. If the
new fuse blows immediately or the
moonroof motor still does not
operate, you can close the
moonroof manually.
Get the moonroof wrench out of
the tool kit in the cargo area.
Use a screwdriver or coin to
remove the round plug in the
center of the headliner.
Insert the moonroof wrench into
the socket behind this plug. Turn
the wrench until the moonroof is
fully closed.
Remove the wrench. Reinstall the
round plug.
If the electric motor will not close
the moonroof, do the following:
If you need to close the moonroof
manually, it means the moonroof
opening/closing function is
developing a problem. Have your
vehicle checked by your dealer.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
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Closing the Moonroof
180
Front
ROUND PLUG SOCKET
MOON ROOF WRENCH
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If something electrical in your
vehicle stops working, check for a
blown fuse first. Determine from the
chart on pages and , or the
diagram on the fuse box lid, which
fuses control that device. Check
those fuses first, but check all the
fuses before deciding that a blown
fuse is the cause. Replace any blown
fuses, and check if the device works.
The under-hood fuse box is located
in the back of the engine
compartment on the left side. To
open it, push the tabs as shown.
The vehicle’s fuses are contained in
two fuse boxes. The interior fuse
box is located underneath the
steering column. To open it, turn the
knobsasshown.
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Fuses
Checking and Replacing Fuses
Taking Care of the Unexpected
181
UNDER-HOOD
INTERIOR
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Remove the cover from the fuse
box.
Check each of the large fuses in
the under-hood fuse box by
looking through the top at the wire
inside. Remove the screws with a
phillips-head screwdriver.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0). Make sure the headlights and
all other accessories are off.
Check the smaller fuses in the
under-hood fuse box and all the
fuses in the interior fuse box by
pulling out each one with the fuse
puller provided in the under-hood
fuse box.
Look for a burned wire inside the
fuse. If it is burned, replace it with
one of the spare fuses of the same
rating or lower.
1.
2.
3.
4. 5.
Fuses
182
BLOWN
BLOWN
FUSE
FUSE PULLER
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If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualified mechanic.
If the radio fuse is removed, the
audio system will disable itself. The
nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou
will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency
display. Use the preset buttons to
enter the five-digit code (see page
).
If you cannot drive the vehicle
without fixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
from one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown fuse with a
spare fuse that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
fuse with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
6.
103
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
183
Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement fuse with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
20A
15A
7.5A
20A
10A
15A
15A
20A
10A
40A
30A
40A
40A
40A
20A
20A
20A
60A
80A
40A
50A
Condenser Fan
Small Light
Interior Light
Cooling Fan
Hazard
FI ECU
Horn, Stop
ABS (F/S)
Back Up
ABS Motor
Rear Defroster
Heater Motor
Power Window
Option
Left Headlight
Door Lock
Right Headlight
Main Fuse EPS
Main Fuse Battery
Main Fuse Ignition
On Canadian model
Fuse Locations
184
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No. Circuits Protected
Amps.
Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Ignition Coil
LAF Heater
Daytime Running Lights
Alternator
Not Used
Power Window Relay
Moonroof
ACC Radio
Rear Wiper
Meter
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
ABS
Daytime Running Lights
SRS
Power Mirror
Not Used
Heated Seat
Fuel Pump
Accessory Power Socket
Turn Signal Lights
Front Wiper
Not Used
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Not Used
15A
20A
10A
10A
7.5A
20A
7.5A
10A
7.5A
7.5A
7.5A
10A
10A
20A
15A
15A
7.5A
30A
20A
20A
2: Not Used
1: On Canadian model
1
1
2
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
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call a professional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
Thereareonlytwowaystotowyour
vehicle.
If, due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the front wheels on
the ground, do the following:
Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to Neutral.
With the front wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (front or rear) and lift
them off the ground. The other two
tires remain on the ground.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
front spoiler, remove it before
towing so it is not damaged.
Flat-bed Equipment
Wheel-lift Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
This is
an acceptable way to tow your
vehicle.
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Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine, your vehicle must be
transported with the f ront wheels off
the ground.
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
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If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all four wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switch in Accessory (I) so
the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
socket are turned off so they do not
rundownthebattery.
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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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Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle, and the locations of the
identification numbers. It also
includes information you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.
................Identification Numbers . 190
................................Specifications . 192
DOT Tire Quality Grading
......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 194
.................................Treadwear . 194
......................................Traction . 194
..............................Temperature .195
.................................Tire Labeling . 195
.......................Emissions Controls . 196
.....................The Clean Air Act . 196
Crankcase Emissions Control
....................................System . 196
Evaporative Emissions Control
....................................System . 196
Onboard Refueling Vapor
................................Recovery . 196
...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 197
....................PGM-FI System . 197
Ignition Timing Control
................................System . 197
Three Way Catalytic
...........................Converter . 197
....................Replacement Parts . 197
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 198
..............State Emissions Testing . 199
Technical Information
Technical Inf ormation
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Your vehicle has several identifying
numbers located in various places.
The Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
for warranty purposes. It is also
necessary for licensing and insuring
your vehicle. The easiest place to
find the VIN is on a plate fastened to
the top of the dashboard. You can
seeitbylookingthroughthe
windshield on the driver’s side. It is
also on the Certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb,
and is stamped on the engine
compartment bulkhead. The VIN is
also provided in bar code on the
Certification label.
Identification Numbers
190
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
CERTIFICATION LABEL
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The Engine Number is stamped into
the engine block.
The Transmission Number is on a
label on top of the transmission.
Identification Numbers
Technical Inf ormation
191
ENGINE NUMBER
TRANSMISSION
NUMBER
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192
Dimensions
Weights
Engine
Capacities
66.7 in (1,695 mm)
56.3 in (1,430 mm)
101.2 in (2,570 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
58.0 in (1,472 mm)
3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm)
121.9 cu-in (1,998 cm
)
9.8 : 1
13.2 US gal (50
)
1.32 US gal (5.0
)
1.77 US gal (6.7 )
4.4 US qt (4.2 )
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.6 US qt (5.3
)
1.6 US qt (1.5
)
1.8 US qt (1.7
)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
0.13 US gal (0.5
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
SKJ20DR-M11
IZFR6K-11
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer reservoir
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
162.8 in (4,135 mm)
Front
Rear
Approx.
Change
Manual
Total
Manual
Change
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
NGK:
DENSO:
1:
2:
3:
U.S. models
Canadian models
1
2
3
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Air Conditioning
Lights
Battery
Tires
Alignment
Fuses
HFC-134a (R-134a)
16.9 18.6 oz (500 550 g)
SP-10
12 V 60 W
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
Headlights
Front turn signal
Front parking light
Side turn signal light
Front side marker
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Rear side marker lights
Back-up lights
High-mount brake light
License plate lights
Front ceiling light/Spotlights
Center ceiling light
Cargo area light 12 V 5 W
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
12 V
8W
5W
5W
5W
18 W
2CP(3.8W)
21/5 W
21 W
2CP(3.8W)
5W
3CP(5W)
21 W
12 V 51 W
Capacity
Size
Pressure
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
T135/70D15 99M
P205/55R16 89V
1°36’
0°51’
0°09’
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
36 AH/5 HR12 V
Interior
Under-hood
45 AH/20 HR12 V
See page 185 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page 184 or the fuse box
cover.
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Rear
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Rear
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−The tires on your vehicle meet all
U.S. Federal Safety Requirements.
All tires are also graded for
treadwear, traction, and temperature
performance according to
Department of Transportation
(DOT) standards. The following
explains these gradings.
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between the tread shoulder and the
maximum section width. For
example:
All passenger vehicle tires must
conform to Federal Safety
Requirements in addition to these
grades.
The treadwear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-
half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of
tires depends upon the actual condi-
tions of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices, and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those
grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces
of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction
performance.
Warning: The traction grade
assignedtothistireisbasedon
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C
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The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of
performance, which all passenger
vehicle tires must meet under the
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard No. 109. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by
law.
Warning: The temperature grade for
this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not over-
loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-
tion, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can
cause heat buildup and possible tire
failure.
Date of manufacture.
Tire type code.
Manufacturer’s
identification mark.
This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Tire Identification Number (TIN) is
a group of numbers and letters that
look like the following example TIN.
Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating).
Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry).
Rim diameter in inches.
Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Following is an example
of tire size with an explanation of
what each component means.
Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width).
Tire width in millimeters.
Vehicletype(Pindicates
passenger vehicle).
The tires that came on your vehicle
have a number of markings. Those
you should be aware of are described
below.
P
55
R
16
V
DOT
B97R
FW6X
2202
205
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Temperature A,B,C
Tire Labeling
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling
Tire Identification NumberTire Size
Technical Inf ormation
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DOT B97R FW6X 2202
P205/55R16 89V
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The burning of gasoline in your
vehicle’s engine produces several by-
products. Some of these are carbon
monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen
(NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC).
Gasoline evaporating from the tank
also produces hydrocarbons. Con-
trolling the production of NOx, CO,
and HC is important to the environ-
ment. Under certain conditions of
sunlight and climate, NOx and HC
react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’
Carbon monoxide does not contri-
bute to smog creation, but it is a
poisonous gas.
The United States Clean Air Act
sets standards for automobile
emissions. It also requires that
automobile manufacturers explain to
owners how their emissions controls
workandwhattodotomaintain
them. This section summarizes how
the emissions controls work.
Scheduled maintenance is on page
.
In Canada, Honda vehicles comply
with the Canadian emission
requirements, as specified in an
agreement with Environment
Canada, at the time they are
manufactured.
Your vehicle has a positive
crankcase ventilation system. This
keeps gasses that build up in the
engine’s crankcase from going into
the atmosphere. The positive
crankcase ventilation valve routes
them from the crankcase back to the
intake manifold. They are then
drawn into the engine and burned.
The onboard refueling vapor
recovery (ORVR) system captures
the fuel vapors during refueling. The
vapors are adsorbed in a canister
filled with activated carbon. While
driving, the fuel vapors are drawn
into the engine and burned off.
As gasoline evaporates in the fuel
tank, an evaporative emissions
control canister filled with charcoal
adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this
canister while the engine is off. After
the engine is started and warmed up,
the vapor is drawn into the engine
and burned during driving.
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The Clean Air Act
Crankcase Emissions Control
System
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery
Evaporative Emissions Control
System
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The exhaust emissions controls
include three systems: PGM-FI,
ignition timing control, and three
way catalytic converter. These three
systems work together to control the
engine’s combustion and minimize
the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that
comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust
emissions control systems are
separate from the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.
The PGM-FI System uses sequential
multiport fuel injection.
It has three subsystems: air intake,
engine control, and fuel control. The
engine control module (ECM) uses
various sensors to determine how
much air is going into the engine. It
then controls how much fuel to inject
under all operating conditions.
The emissions control systems are
designed and certified to work to-
gether in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Honda replacement parts or their
equivalent for repairs. Using lower
quality parts may increase the
emissions from your vehicle.
The emissions control systems are
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your vehicle. Read your
warranty manual for more informa-
tion.
This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
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Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts
PGM-FI System
Ignition Timing Control System
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Technical Inf ormation
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The three way catalytic converter
contains precious metals that serve
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
for the chemical reactions to take
place. It can set on fire any com-
bustible materials that come near it.
Parkyourvehicleawayfromhigh
grass, dry leaves, or other flamma-
bles.
A defective three way catalytic
converter contributes to air pollution,
and can impair your engine’s per-
formance. Follow these guidelines to
protect your vehicle’s three way
catalytic converter.
Always use unleaded gasoline.
Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the three
way catalytic converter ineffective.
Keep the engine tuned-up.
Have your vehicle diagnosed and
repaired if it is misfiring, back-
firing, stalling, or otherwise not
running properly.
Three Way Catalytic Converter
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THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER
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If you take your vehicle for a state
emissions test shortly after the
battery has been disconnected or
gone dead, it may not pass the test.
This is because of certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that must be set in the on-
board diagnostics for the emissions
systems. These codes are erased
when the battery is disconnected,
and set again only after several days
of driving under a variety of
conditions.
If the testing facility determines that
the readiness codes are not set, you
will be requested to return at a later
date to complete the test. If you must
get the vehicle re-tested within the
next two or three days, you can
condition the vehicle for retesting by
doing the following.
Make sure the gas tank is nearly,
but not completely, full (around
3/4).
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.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine, and let it
idle for 20 seconds.
Keep the vehicle in Neutral.
Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm,andholditthereuntilthe
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4ofthescale(about3minutes).
State Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Technical Inf ormation
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Select a nearby lightly traveled
major highway where you can
maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph
(80to97km/h)foratleast20
minutes. Drive on the highway in
5th.Donotusethecruisecontrol.
When traffic allows, drive for 90
seconds without moving the
accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed
may vary slightly; this is okay.) If
you cannot 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).
Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traffic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast for several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
If the testing facility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your dealer.
State Emissions Testing
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Customer Service
................................Information . 202
....................Warranty Coverages . 203
Reporting Safety Defects
..........................(U.S. Vehicles) . 204
.....................Authorized Manuals . 205
Warranty and Customer Relations
Warranty and Customer Relations
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Honda dealership personnel are
trained professionals. They should
be able to answer all your questions.
If you encounter a problem that your
dealership does not solve to your
satisfaction, please discuss it with
the dealership’s management. The
service manager or general manager
can help. Almost all problems are
solved in this way.
If you are dissatisfied with the
decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact your Honda
Customer Relations Office.
U.S. Owners:
Canadian Owners: When you call or write, please give
us this information:
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
Vehicle Identification Number
(see page )
Name and address of the dealer
who services your vehicle
Date of purchase
Mileage on your vehicle
Your name, address, and tele-
phone number
A detailed description of the
problem
Name of the dealer who sold the
vehicle to you
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Customer Service Information
202
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÉLE
Honda Canada Inc.
715 Milner Avenue
Toronto, ON
M1B 2K8
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909
Toronto (416) 287-4776
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 250-4327
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Your new vehicle is covered by these
warranties:
covers your new vehicle, except for
the battery, emissions control
systems, and accessories, against
defects in materials and
workmanship.
these two
warranties cover your vehicle’s
emissions control systems. Time,
mileage, and coverage are
conditional. Please read your
warranty manual for exact
information.
a seat
belt that fails to function properly is
covered for the useful life of the
vehicle.
all exterior body panels are
covered for rust-through from the
inside for the specified time period
with no mileage limit.
Honda Accessories are covered
under this warranty. Time and
mileage limits depend on the type of
accessory and other factors. Please
read your warranty manual for
details.
covers all Honda
replacement parts against defects in
materials and workmanship.
provides prorated
coverage for a replacement battery
purchased from your dealer.
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muffler owns the
vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2005 Honda Warranty Information
booklet that came with your vehicle
for precise information on warranty
coverages. Your vehicle’s original
tires are covered by their
manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-
mation is in a separate booklet.
Please refer to the 2005 Warranty
Manual that came with your vehicle.
this warranty gives up
to 100 percent credit toward a
replacement battery.
Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Emissions Control Systems Defects
Warranty and Emissions
Performance Warranty
Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
Accessory Limited Warranty
Replacement Parts Limited
Warranty
Replacement Battery Limited
Warranty
Replacement Muffler Lifetime
Limited Warranty
Original Equipment Battery Limited
Warranty
Warranty and Customer Relations
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If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition
to notifying American Honda Motor
Co., Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar com-
plaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become
involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either
call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free
at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in
Washington D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of
Transportation, Washington,
D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
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CONTINUED
...Accessories and Modifications . 115
....................................Accessories . 115
...........Modifying Your Vehicle . 116
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................Position) . 66
...............Accessory Power Socket . 83
Adding
................................Brake Fluid . 144
...............................Clutch Fluid . 144
..........................Engine Coolant . 141
..................................Engine Oil . 138
...................Transmission Fluid . 143
........Windshield Washer Fluid . 142
Additional Information About
.......................Your Seat Belts . 20
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 22
..Seat Belt System Components . 20
Additional Information About
...........................Your Airbags . 23
...Additional Safety Precautions . 28
How the Side Airbag Off
......................Indicator Works . 27
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................Work . 24
How Your Side Airbags
.........................................Work . 26
......Airbag System Components . 23
....................Additives, Engine Oil . 139
Adjustments
..........................Head Restraints . 72
.........................................Mirrors . 79
.............................................Seats . 71
...........................Steering Wheel . 63
.............................Airbag (SRS) . 11, 23
................Air Conditioning System . 86
............................................Usage . 87
.........................Air Outlets (Vents) . 88
.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 157
......................................Antifreeze . 141
Anti-theft Steering Column
..............................................Lock . 66
..................................Audio System . 90
Battery
Charging System
...........................Indicator . 52, 177
............................Jump Starting . 173
..............................Maintenance . 162
............................Specifications . 193
..............................Before Driving . 109
....................................Belts,Seat .8,18
...........................Beverage Holders . 83
..................................Booster Seats . 44
Brakes
.............Break-in, New Linings . 110
...........................................Fluid . 144
.............Light, Burned-out . 149, 150
.........................................Parking . 80
.................System Indicator . 53, 179
........................Wear Indicators . 127
.............................Braking System . 127
.................Break-in, New Vehicle . 110
..Brightness Control, Instruments . 62
........................Brights, Headlights . 61
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Bulb Replacement
..........................Back-up Lights . 149
..................................Stop Light . 149
................Front Parking Lights . 148
........Front Side Marker Lights . 147
.................................Headlights . 145
.........High-mount Brake Light . 150
.................License Plate Lights . 152
..................Side Marker Lights . 147
...........Side Turn Signal Lights . 151
............................Specifications . 193
....................Turn Signal Lights . 146
..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 145
.........Cables, Jump Starting With . 173
............................Capacities Chart . 192
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 47
...........................Cargo Area Cover . 75
............................Cargo Area Light . 81
........................Cargo, . 117
Cassette Player
............................................Care . 102
...................................Operation . 101
..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
....................................Ceiling Light . 81
...........................................CD Care . 97
.....................................CD Changer . 96
.........CD Changer Error Message . 99
.............CD Player Error Message . 98
.........................................CD Player . 96
........................Certification Label . 190
...................................Chains, tires . 161
Change Oil
........................................How to . 139
......................................When to . 133
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 167
...Charging System Indicator . 52, 177
Checking
.....................Battery Condition . 162
................................Brake Fluid . 144
...............................Clutch Fluid . 144
..........................Engine Coolant . 114
..................................Engine Oil . 113
..........................................Fuses . 181
...................Transmission Fluid . 143
............Checklist, Before Driving . 122
.....................................Child Safety . 29
..............................Booster Seats . 44
...................................Child Seats . 36
.................Child Seats, Installing . 37
.....Important Safety Reminders . 31
..........................................Infants . 34
............................Large Children . 43
.........................................LATCH . 38
......................Risks with Airbags . 30
.............................Small Children . 35
.........................................Tethers . 39
.........Where Should a Child Sit? . 30
..............................................Clock . 104
.........................Clock, Setting the . 104
...................................Clutch Fluid . 144
........................CO in the Exhaust . 196
............Cold Weather, Starting in . 123
.......................Compact Spare . 166
...................Console Compartment . 83
.............Controls, Instruments and . 49
Coolant
........................................Adding . 141
....................................Checking . 114
.........................Proper Solution . 141
...................Temperature Gauge . 57
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................System . 196
...............................Cruise Control . 105
........Cruise Control Indicator . 54, 105
.....................................Cup Holders . 83
how to carry
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................DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................Dashboard . 4, 50
................Daytime Running Lights . 61
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................Indicator . 53
...........Dead Battery, What to Do . 173
............Defects, Reporting Safety . 204
..........................Defog and Defrost . 89
................Defogger, Rear Window . 62
................Defrosting the Windows . 89
....................................Dimensions . 192
...............Dimming the Headlights . 61
Dipstick
..................................Engine Oil . 113
..........................Directional Signals . 61
Disabled, Towing Your Vehicle
..................................................If . 186
........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 127
.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 140
Doors
..............Locking and Unlocking . 67
..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 194
Downshifting, Manual
.............................Transmission . 124
...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
...........................................Driving . 121
....................................Economy . 114
.....................................Fan, Interior . 87
.............................................Feature . 85
....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 111
Filter
...............................................Oil . 139
Manual Transmission
...............Checking Fluid Level . 143
................................Shifting the . 124
..............................Economy, Fuel . 114
......Electric Power Steering (EPS) . 55
............Emergencies on the Road . 165
.............Battery, Jump Starting . 173
...........Brake System Indicator . 179
................Changing a Flat Tire . 167
.....Charging System Indicator . 177
..................Checking the Fuses . 181
.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 177
...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 178
..................Overheated Engine . 174
...........................Emergency Brake . 80
......................Emergency Flashers . 62
......................Emergency Towing . 186
.......................Emissions Controls . 196
Engine
.........................Adding Coolant . 141
.........................Break-in Period . 110
Coolant Temperature
.......................................Gauge . 58
.............................. 171
Malfunction Indicator
................................Lamp . 52, 178
........Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 138
...............................Overheating . 174
............................Specifications . 192
.......................................Starting . 123
...................Engine Speed Limiter . 125
.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 196
...............................Exhaust Fumes . 47
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................Belts by . 18
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.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 62
...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 167
Fluids
..........................................Brake . 144
.........................................Clutch . 144
..............Manual Transmission . 143
..................Windshield Washer . 142
FM Stereo Radio
.....................................Reception . 93
...........................Folding Rear Seat . 73
..........................Four-way Flashers . 62
Front End, Towing by
................Emergency Wrecker . 186
Front Seat
......................................Adjusting . 71
.........................................Airbags . 24
.................................................Fuel . 110
....................................Economy . 114
......................Fill Door and Cap . 111
...........................................Gauge . 57
................Octane Requirement . 110
....................Recommendations . 110
........................Reserve Indicator . 54
........................Tank, Filling the . 111
.....................Fuses, Checking the . 181
...............Gas Mileage, Improving . 114
.........................................Gasoline . 110
...............Fuel Reserve Indicator . 54
...........................................Gauge . 57
................Octane Requirement . 110
........................Tank, Filling the . 111
................Gas Station Procedures . 111
Gauges
Engine Coolant
...........................Temperature . 58
...............................................Fuel . 57
Gearshift Lever Positions
..............Manual Transmission . 124
........................................Glove Box . 83
.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 145
Hatch
.................................Opening the . 67
.................Hazard Warning Button . 62
Headlights
............Daytime Running Lights . 61
..................High Beam Indicator . 53
...........High Beams, Turning on . 61
............Low Beams, Turning on . 61
........................Reminder Beeper . 61
........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 145
...................................Turning on . 61
..............................Head Restraints . 72
.......................Heating and Cooling . 86
.............High Altitude, Starting at . 123
.................High-Low Beam Switch . 61
........Hood, Opening and Closing . 112
..............................................Horn .5,59
.......Hot Coolant, Warning about . 141
...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 144
...Identification Number, Vehicle . 190
If Your Vehicle Has to be
........................................Towed . 186
Ignition
..............................................Keys . 64
...........................................Switch . 66
............Timing Control System . 197
........................Immobilizer System . 65
.........Important Safety Precautions . 8
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Indicator Lights, Instrument
.............................................Panel . 51
Indicators
..............ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 54
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................System) . 53, 179
.................................Brake Lamp . 53
................Charging System . 52, 177
.............................Cruise Control . 54
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................Lights) . 61
.EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 55
...................................High Beam . 61
........Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
......................................Low Fuel . 54
................Low Oil Pressure . 52, 177
...........................Side Airbag Off . 52
.........................................SRS . 27, 52
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................Warning . 53
..............................Washer Level . 54
...............................Infant Restraint . 34
...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 157
...................................Inside Mirror . 79
.............................Inspection, Tire . 159
....................Installing a Child Seat . 37
..............Instruments and Controls . 49
............................Instrument Panel . 51
........Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
...........Interior Convenience Items . 83
.................................Interior Lights . 81
........................................Introduction . i
.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 168
.......................................Jack, Tire . 167
................................Jump Starting . 173
..................................................Keys . 64
.......................Label, Certification . 190
....................................Label, Safety . 48
.................Lane Change, Signaling . 61
..........................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
..Leaking of Exhaust into Vehicle . 47
Lights
....................Bulb Replacement . 145
..........................................Ceiling . 81
..................................Cargo Area . 81
.......................................Indicator . 51
.........................................Parking . 61
..................................Turn Signal . 61
.....................................Load Limit . 118
......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 66
Locks
.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 66
............................Fuel Fill Door . 111
............................................Hatch . 67
........................Low Coolant Level . 114
.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 54
...Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 124
...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 192
...........Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 117
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..................New Vehicle Break-in . 110
.....................Normal Shift Speeds . 125
...................NOTICE, Explanation of . i
...............Numbers, Identification . 190
...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 110
.........................................Odometer . 57
...............................Odometer, Trip . 57
Oil
........................Change, How to . 139
......................Change, When to . 133
......................Checking Engine . 113
..............Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
..........................Recommended . 138
...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 66
Onboard Refueling Vapor
....................................Recovery . 196
.........................Opening the Hatch . 68
...Opening and Closing the Hood . 112
..............................Outside Mirrors . 79
.................Outside Mirror Heaters . 80
....................Overheating, Engine . 174
.......Owner Maintenance Checks . 132
...................Radiator Overheating . 174
......Radio/Cassette Sound System . 90
..........................Rear End Towing . 186
..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 149
............................Rear Seat Access . 72
..........................Rear Seat, Folding . 73
..................................Maintenance . 129
...Owner Maintenance Checks . 132
................................Record . 135, 136
..........................................Safety . 130
....................................Schedule . 131
.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 52, 178
...................Manual Transmission . 124
........Manual Transmission Fluid . 143
...............................Meters, Gauges . 57
..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 79
...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 116
.........................................Moonroof . 78
...............Closing (Emergency) . 180
..............Panel Brightness Control . 62
...........................................Parking . 126
.................................Parking Brake . 80
Parking Brake and Brake
.................System Indicator . 53, 179
.................................Parking Lights . 61
..Parking Over Things that Burn . 198
.............................PGM-FI System . 197
............................Playing the Radio . 90
..........................Power Door Locks . 67
.................Power Socket Locations . 83
..............................Power Windows . 76
.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18
........................Preparing to Drive . 122
.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 12
...Additional Safety Precautions . 19
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 18
........................Protecting Children . 29
.......................Protecting Infants . 34
.......Protecting Larger Children . 43
.........Protecting Small Children . 35
Using Child Seats with
..............................Tethers . 39, 42
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............................Rear View Mirror . 79
.................Rear Window Defogger . 62
....................Rear Window Washer . 60
.......................Rear Window Wiper . 60
...............Reclining the Seat Backs . 71
.........Recommended Shift Points . 125
.............................Reminder Lights . 51
Replacement Information
..............Dust and Pollen Filter . 153
................Engine Oil and Filter . 139
..........................................Fuses . 181
................................Light Bulbs . 145
....................................Schedule . 131
......................Tires and Wheels . 160
.............................Wiper Blades . 154
Replacing Seat Belts After a
............................................Crash . 22
.............Reporting Safety Defects . 204
.....................Reset (Select) Button . 57
Reserve Tank, Engine
...............................Coolant . 114, 141
...............................Restraint, Child . 29
................................Rotation, Tire . 160
.............Running Lights, Daytime . 161
................................Safety Belts . 10, 20
.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 204
.................................Safety Features . 9
.........................................Airbags . 11
..................................Door Locks . 12
..........................Head Restraints . 15
.....................................Seat Belts . 10
..................Seats and Seat-Backs . 12
.............Safety Labels, Location of . 48
...............................Safety Messages . ii
Seat Belts, Additional
..............................Information . 20
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 22
..Seat Belt System Components . 20
...................................Seat Belts . 10, 20
.....................................Cleaning . 153
................................Maintenance . 22
.............Replacing After a Crash . 22
...................System Components . 20
................Tether Anchor Points . 42
...............Use During Pregnancy . 18
......................Seat, Folding Rear . 73
...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15
........................Seats, Adjusting the . 71
.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 36
.......................Select/Reset Button . 57
...............................Serial Number . 190
....................Service Intervals . 133-134
...........................Service Manual . 205
.........Service Station Procedures . 111
..........................Setting the Clock . 104
Shifting
......The Manual Transmission . 124
....................................Side Airbags . 26
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
.........................Replacement in . 147
...............................Signaling Turns . 61
.....................................Snow Tires . 161
..................................Sound System . 90
Spare Tire
......................................Inflating . 166
............................Specifications . 193
....................Specifications Charts . 192
...................................Speedometer . 57
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..........SRS, Additional Information . 23
...Additional Safety Precautions . 28
....................Airbag Components . 23
.............................Airbag Service . 28
How the Side Airbag
...............Off Indicator Works . 27
How the SRS Indicator
.......................................Works . 27
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................Work . 24
...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26
.............................SRS Indicator . 27, 52
....START (Ignition Key Position) . 66
.......................Starting the Engine . 123
In Cold Weather at High
..................................Altitude . 123
................With a Dead Battery . 173
........Steam Coming from Engine . 174
Steering Wheel
..................................Adjustment . 63
.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 66
.....................Stereo Sound System . 90
....................Storing Your Vehicle . 163
Supplemental Restraint
......................................System . 11
......................................Servicing . 28
.........................SRS Indicator . 27, 52
...................System Components . 23
..................................Synthetic Oil . 138
.....................................Tachometer . 57
......Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 149
Taking Care of the
...............................Unexpected . 165
....................................Tape Player . 100
Technical Descriptions
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 194
.....Emissions Control Systems . 196
Three Way Catalytic
...............................Converter . 197
.......................Temperature Gauge . 58
..............Tether Anchorage Points . 42
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 198
..................Tilt the Steering Wheel . 63
..........................Time, Setting the . 104
....................................Tire Chains . 161
.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 167
...........................Tire Information . 195
...............................................Tires . 157
..............................Air Pressure . 157
.........................Checking Wear . 159
..........................Compact Spare . 166
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 194
......................................Inflation . 157
..................................Inspection . 159
...................................Replacing . 160
......................................Rotating . 160
...........................................Snow . 161
............................Specifications . 193
................................Tire Chains . 161
...................Tools, Tire Changing . 167
Towing
.....................................A Trailer . 126
................Emergency Wrecker . 186
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level,
...................................Manual . 143
...........................Fluid Selection . 143
..............Identification Number . 190
..................Shifting the Manual . 124
.....................................Treadwear . 194
.....................................Indicator . 159
.......................................Trip Meter . 57
....................................Turn Signals . 61
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Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................of the . 165
....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 194
........................Unleaded Gasoline . 110
.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 140
.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 118
......................Vehicle Dimensions . 192
....Vehicle Identification Number . 190
.............................Vehicle Storage . 163
........................................Ventilation . 88
.................................................VIN . 190
..................................Viscosity, Oil . 138
Warning Beepers
...................................Headlights . 61
.............................Key in Ignition . 66
.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii
.........Warning Labels, Location of . 48
..................Warranty Coverages . 203
Washer, Windshield
........Checking the Fluid Level . 142
.......................................Indicator . 54
.....................................Operation . 60
Wheels
...............Adjusting the Steering . 63
............Alignment and Balance . 159
..........................Compact Spare . 166
......................................Wrench . 167
...................................Replacing . 160
Windows
...........................................Power . 76
...........................Rear, Defogger . 62
Windshield
.....................................Defroster . 89
.........................................Washer . 60
Wipers, Windshield
.......................Changing Blades . 154
.....................................Operation . 60
....................................Worn Tires . 159
.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 186
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Service Information Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):Manual Transmission Fluid:
13.2 US gal (50
)
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
1.6 US qt (1.5
)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 86 or higher.
API Certified ‘‘For Gasoline
Engines’’ Oil, SAE 5W-20 viscosity
(see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front:
Rear:
Spare Tire:
Oil change capacity (including
differential):
138
143
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