2003 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety .......................................................................................................................... ii
Your Car at a Glance ......................................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................43
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 .............................................................................................................................................119
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving...........................................................................................................................................................133
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................147
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Appearance Care.........................................................................................................................................207
Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................217
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information...............................................................................................................................247
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)......................................................................261
A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...............................................................................................................265
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 S2000. 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)
STREET
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE
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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 car so you
can refer to it at any time.
Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Maintaining your car according to the schedules given in this manual helps
to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment. When
your car needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda dealer’s staff is
specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your Honda. Your
Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer
any questions and concerns.
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 S2000, other
property, or the environment.
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.
Congratulations on your selection of the 2003 Honda S2000. We are certain
you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and
technologically-advanced sports cars in the world.
Introduction
WARNING:
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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.
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
These signal words mean:
such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it
carefully.
such as Important Safety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions.
Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
car safely is an important
responsibility.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your car. You must use
your own good judgement.
on the car.
how to use this car correctly and safely.
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Safety Messages
Safety Section
Safety Headings
Safety Labels
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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Your Car at a Glance
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH
(P.53)
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(P.62)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR
CONTROLS
(P.80)
ROOF SWITCH
(P.73)
HAZARD WARNING SWITCH
(P.80)
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.94)
HEATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING
(P.86)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
BUTTON
(P.57)
WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS
(P.55)
(P.122)
(P.70)
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This section gives you important
information about how to protect
yourself and your passenger. It
shows you how to use seat belts
properly. It explains your Supple-
mental Restraint System. And it tells
you how to properly restrain children
in your car.
.........Important Safety Precautions . 6
.............Your Car’s Safety Features . 7
.......................................Seat Belts . 8
...........................................Airbags . 9
.....................Seats & Seat-Backs . 10
..........................Head Restraints . 10
..................................Door Locks . 10
........Pre-Drive Safety Checklist . 11
............................Protecting Adults . 12
.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 12
...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 12
............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 13
4. Fasten and Position the Seat
.....................................Belts . 15
5. Maintain a Proper Sitting
................................Position . 16
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 17
...Additional Safety Precautions . 18
........................Protecting Children . 18
All Children Must Be
...............................Restrained . 19
Your Car is Not Recommended
..............for Child Passengers . 19
The Passenger’s Airbag Poses
......Serious Risks to Children . 20
...Additional Safety Precautions . 22
General Guidelines for Using
...............................Child Seats . 22
.........Protecting Small Children . 26
.......Protecting Larger Children . 29
Additional Information About Your
.................................Seat Belts . 33
..Seat Belt System Components . 33
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 33
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................Tensioners . 34
...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 34
Additional Information About Your
...........................................SRS . 36
........................SRS Components . 36
...........How Your Airbags Work . 36
How the SRS Indicator Light
.......................................Works . 38
..................................SRS Service . 39
...Additional Safety Precautions . 39
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 40
...................................Safety Labels . 41
Driver and Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety
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A seat belt is your best protection in
all types of collisions. Airbags
supplement seat belts, but airbags
are designed to inflate only in a
moderate to severe frontal collision.
So even though your car is equipped
with airbags, make sure you and
your passenger always wear your
seat belts, and wear them properly.
(See page ).
Since all children are safest in the
back seat of a car, and your car does
not have a back seat, we recommend
that you do not carry a child
passenger.
If a small child who
must be restrained in a forward-
facing child seat, or a larger child,
must ride in this car, be sure to
follow all instructions and safety
warnings in this manual. (See pages
and .)
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. (See page
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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.
Excessive speed is a major factor in
crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
the higher the speed the greater the
risk, but serious accidents 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 .)
You’ll find many safety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important.
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Driver and Passenger Safety
Important Safety Precautions
Due to the passenger’s
airbag hazard, you should never
carry an infant in a rear-facing child
seat in this car.
Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Don’t Drink and Drive
Control Your Speed
Keep Your Car in Safe Condition
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
Your Car is Not Recommended
for Child Passengers
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Your car is equipped with many
features that work together to
protect you and your passenger
during a crash.
These safety features are designed
to reduce the severity of injuries in a
crash. However, you and your
passenger can’t take full advantage
of these safety 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.
Some safety features do not require
anyactiononyourpart.These
include a strong steel framework
that forms a safety cage around the
passenger compartment; front and
rear crush zones that are designed to
crumple and absorb energy during a
crash; a collapsible steering column;
and seat belt tensioners that
automatically tighten the seat belts
in the event of a crash.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Your Car’s Safety Features
always wear your seat belts
properly.
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(2)
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(2)
(1) Safety Cage
(2) Crush Zones
(3) Seats & Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints
(5) Collapsible Steering Column
(6) Seat Belts
(7) Seat Belt Tensioners
(8) Airbags
(9) Door Locks
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In addition, most states and all
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts.
Foryoursafety,andthesafetyof
your passenger, your car is equipped
with seat belts in both seating
positions.
Seat belts have proven to be the
singlemosteffectivesafetydevice.
Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your car has airbags.
Your seat belt system also
includes a light on the
instrument panel to remind you and
your passenger to fasten your seat
belts.
Always wear
your seat belt, and make sure you
wear it properly.
Of course, seat belts cannot
completely protect you in every
crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts
can reduce your risk of serious
injury.
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.
Keep you from being thrown out
of the vehicle.
Help protect you in almost every
type of crash, including side and
rear impacts and rollovers. (Your
airbag can only be helpful in a
moderate to severe frontal
collision.)
Keep you connected to the vehicle
so you can take advantage of the
vehicle’s built-in safety features.
When properly worn, seat belts:
Help keep you from being thrown
against the inside of the car and
against another occupant.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Why Wear Seat Belts
What you should do:
Your Car’s Safety Features
Seat Belts
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Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
if you have airbags.
Be sure you and your
passenger always wear seat
belts and wear them properly.
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This system also includes
an indicator light on the
instrument panel to alert you to a
possible problem with the system.
The most important things you need
to know about your airbags are:
Always wear
your seat belt properly, and sit
upright and as far back as possible
from the steering wheel or
dashboard.
To do their job, airbags must
inflate with tremendous force and
speed. So while airbags save lives,
they can cause serious injuries to
adults and larger children who are
not wearing seat belts, are not
wearing them properly, are sitting
too close to the airbag, or are not
sitting in a proper position. Infants
and small children are at an even
greater risk of injury or death.
Your car has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with frontal
airbags to help protect the driver and
a passenger.
Airbags are
designed to deploy only during a
moderate to severe frontal
collision.
The seat belts are the occupants’
primary protection in all types of
collisions. Airbags supplement
seat belts by providing extra
protection for occupants’ heads
and chests.
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Airbags
What you should do:
Airbags can pose serious hazards.
Airbags offer no protection in side
impacts, rear impacts, rollovers,
or minor collisions.
Airbags do not replace seat belts.
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Head restraints can help protect you
from whiplash and other injuries.
Keeping your doors locked reduces
thechanceofbeingthrownoutof
the car during a crash. It also helps
prevent occupants from accidentally
opening a door and falling out, and
outsiders from unexpectedly opening
your doors.
Move the seats
as far back as possible, and keep
adjustable seat-backs in an upright
position whenever the car is moving.
Your car’s seats are designed to keep
you in a comfortable, upright
position so you can take full
advantage of the protection offered
by seat belts and the energy
absorbing materials in the seats.
How you adjust your seats and seat-
backs can also affect your safety. For
example, sitting too close to the
steering wheel or dashboard
increases the risk of you or your
passenger being injured by striking
theinsideofthecar,orbyan
inflating airbag.
Reclining a seat-back too far reduces
the seat belt’s effectiveness and
increases the chance that the seat’s
occupant will slide under the seat
belt in a crash and be seriously
injured.
Seats & Seat-Backs Door Locks
Head Restraints
Driver and Passenger Safety
Your Car’s Safety Features
What you should do:
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Seat-backs are upright (see page
).
To make sure you and your
passenger get the maximum
protection from your car’s safety
features, check the following each
time before you drive away:
A small child riding in a forward-
facing child seat is properly
restrained (see page ).
Both doors are closed and locked
(see page ).
All cargo is properly stored or
secured (see page ).
Remember, however, that no safety
system can prevent all injuries or
deaths that can occur in severe
crashes, even when seat belts are
properly worn and the airbags deploy.
Occupants are sitting upright and
as far back as possible from the
steering wheel and dashboard
(see page ).
You and any adult passenger, or a
larger child who has outgrown
child seats, are wearing your seat
belts and wearing them properly
(see page ).
The rest of this section gives more
detailed information about how you
can maximize your safety.
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Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
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Any driver who sits too close to the
steering wheel is at risk of being
seriously injured or killed by striking
the steering wheel, or from being
struck by an inflating airbag during a
crash.
After everyone has entered the car,
be sure the doors are closed and
locked.
The following pages provide
instructions on how to properly
protect adult occupants.
These instructions also apply to a
child whom you have decided is
large enough and mature enough to
ride as a passenger. (See page for
important additional guidelines on
how to properly protect larger
children.)
Your car has a door
monitor light on the
instrument panel to indicate when a
specific door is not tightly closed.
For safety, locking the doors reduces
the chance that a passenger,
especially a child, will open a door
while the car is moving and
accidentally fall out. It also reduces
the chance of someone being thrown
out of the car during a crash.
For security, locked doors can
prevent an outsider from
unexpectedly opening a door when
you come to a stop.
See page for how to lock the
doors.
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Introduction Adjust the Front Seats
Close and Lock the Doors1.
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To reduce the chance of injury, wear
your seat belt properly, sit upright
with your back against the seat, and
movetheseatawayfromthe
steering wheel to the farthest
distance that allows you to maintain
full control of the car.
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
seats.
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. If you
sit too close to the steering wheel,
you could be injured if the airbag
inflates.
Most shorter drivers can get far
enough away from the steering
wheel and still reach the pedals.
However, if you are concerned about
sitting too close, we recommend that
you investigate whether some type
of adaptive equipment may help.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that drivers
adjust the seat so the center of the
chest is at least 10 inches (25 cm)
away from the center of the steering
wheel.Alsomakesureyour
passenger moves the seat as far to
the rear as possible.
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Adjust the Seat-Backs3.
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Sitting too close to an airbag
can result in serious injury or
death if the airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the
airbags as possible.
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See page for how to adjust seat-
backs.
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.
A passenger should also adjust the
seat-back to an upright position, but
as far from the dashboard as
possible. A passenger who sits too
close to the dashboard could be
injured if the airbag inflates.
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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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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.
Insert the latch plate into the buckle,
then tug on the belt to make sure the
belt is securely latched. Also check
that the belt is not twisted, because a
twisted belt can cause serious
injuries in a crash.
If necessary, pull up on the belt again
to remove any slack from the
shoulder part, then check that the
belt rests across the center of your
chest and over your shoulder. This
spreads the forces of a crash over
the strongest bones in your upper
body.
This could cause
very serious injuries in a crash.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Protecting Adults
Fasten and Position the Seat
Belts
4.
Never place the shoulder portion of a
lap/shoulder belt under your arm or
behind your back.
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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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See page for additional
information about your seat belt
system and how to take care of your
belts.
If a seat belt does not seem to work
as it should, it may not protect the
occupant in a crash.
Anyone using a seat belt that is
not working properly can be
seriously injured or killed. Have your
Honda dealer check the belt as soon
as possible.
After 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 car 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.
In addition, an occupant who is out of
position can be seriously or fatally
injured by striking interior parts of
thecar,orbybeingstruckbyan
inflating airbag.
Remember, to get the best
protection from your car’s airbags
and other safety features, you must
sit properly and wear your seat belt
properly.
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No one should
sit in a seat with an inoperative seat
belt.
Maintain a Proper Sitting
Position
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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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Pregnant women should also sit
upright and as far back as possible
from the steering wheel or
dashboard. This will reduce the risk
of injuries to both the mother and
her unborn child that can be caused
by a crash or an inflating airbag.
Each time you have a check-up, ask
your doctor if it’s okay for you to
drive.
Because protecting the mother is the
best way to protect her unborn child,
a pregnant woman should always
wear a seat belt whenever she drives
or rides in a vehicle.
Remember to keep the lap portion of
the belt as low as possible across
your hips.
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Driver and Passenger Safety
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If they do, they
could be very seriously injured in a
crash.
Devices intended to improve
occupant comfort or reposition the
shoulder part of a seat belt can
severely compromise the
protective capability of the seat
belt and increase the chance of
serious injury in a crash.
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
airbags inflate.
If your
hands or arms are close to the
airbag covers in the center of the
steering wheel and on top of the
dashboard, they could be injured if
the airbags inflate.
Any object
attached to or placed on the
covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG,’’
in the center of the steering
wheelandontopofthe
dashboard, could interfere with
the proper operation of the
airbags. Or, if the airbags inflate,
the objects could be propelled
inside the car and hurt someone.
Children depend on adults to protect
them. However, despite their best
intentions, many parents and other
adults may not know how to
protect young passengers.
So if you have children, or if you ever
need to drive with a grandchild or
otherchildreninyourcar,besureto
read this section.
properly
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Two people should never use the
same seat belt.
Do not put any accessories on seat
belts.
Do not place hard or sharp objects
between yourself and an airbag.
Keep your hands and arms away
from the airbag covers.
Do not attach or place objects on
the airbag covers.
Additional Safety Precautions Protecting Children
Protecting Adults, Protecting Children
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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 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 restrained
whenever they ride in a vehicle.
(See page
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(See page
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We strongly recommend that you do
not carry any child in this car.
One reason is that your car does not
have a back seat, and accident
statistics show that a child of any
size or age is safer when they are
properly restrained in the back seat
of a vehicle.
In addition, your car has a passenger’s
airbag which poses serious risks to
children particularly infants and
small children.
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All Children Must Be Restrained Your Car is Not Recommended
for Child Passengers
Anychildwhoistoosmalltoweara
seat belt should be properly
restrained in a child seat.
A larger child should always be
restrained with a seat belt.
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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.
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Airbags have been designed to help
protect adults in a moderate to
severe frontal collision. To do this,
the passenger’s airbag is quite large,
and it inflates with tremendous
speed.
As a result, we urge you to follow
these guidelines.
If a larger child must ride in
this car, see page for important
guidelines on how to decide whether
a child is large enough and mature
enough to ride as a passenger, and
how to properly protect the child.
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 kill or very
seriously injure a small child. If a
small child must ride in this car,
follow the instructions on page .
If the airbag
inflates, it can hit the back of the
child seat with enough force to kill or
very seriously injure an infant.
If you are not wearing a seat
belt in a crash, you could be
thrown forward into the
dashboard and crush the child.
Ifyouarewearingaseatbelt,the
child can be torn from your arms
during a crash. For example, if
your car crashes into a parked
vehicleat30mph(48km/h),a
30-lb (14 kg) child will become a
900-lb (410 kg) force, and you will
not be able to hold on.
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The Passenger’s Airbag Poses
Serious Risks to Children
Small Children
Infants
Children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured
or killed by an inflating passenger’s
airbag.
Larger Children
Placing a forward-facing child seat in
the front seat of a car equipped with
a passenger’s airbag can be
hazardous.
Never put a rear-facing child seat in
the front seat of a car equipped with
a passenger’s airbag.
Never hold a small child on your
lap.
Never put a seat belt over yourself
and a child.
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To remind you of the passenger’s
airbag hazards, your car has warning
labels on the dashboard and on the
driver’s and passenger’s visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
To remind you of the airbag hazards,
your car has warning labels on the
driver’s and passenger’s visors.
Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
Driver and Passenger Safety
Protecting Children
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Leaving a child without adult
supervision is illegal in most states
and Canadian provinces and can
be very hazardous. For example, a
small child left in a car on a hot
day can die from heatstroke. A
child left alone with the key in the
ignition can accidentally set the
car in motion, possibly injuring
themselves or others.
As discussed on page , because
your car does not have a back seat,
and because of the passenger’s
airbag hazard, we strongly
recommend that you do not carry a
small child as a passenger in this car.
However, if you must carry a small
child in this car, the child must be
properly restrained in a child seat.
The following pages give general
guidelines for selecting and installing
a child seat. See page for
additional information.
Even very young
children learn how to unlock
vehicle doors, turn on the ignition,
and open the trunk, which can
lead to accidental injury or death.
Children who play in cars can
accidentally get trapped inside the
trunk. Teach your children not to
play in or around cars. Know how
to operate the emergency trunk
opener and decide if your children
should be shown how to use this
feature (See page ).
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Do not leave a child alone in your
car.
Keep car keys and remote
transmitters out of the reach of
children.
Lock both doors and the trunk
when your car is not in use.
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Child Seats
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To provide proper protection, a child
seat should meet three
requirements:
The child seat should
meet Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS 213)
or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213 (CMVSS 213). Look
for the manufacturer’s statement
of compliance on the box and seat.
Due to variations in the design of
child seats, vehicle seats, and seat
belts, all child seats will not fit all
seating positions in all cars.
However, Honda is confident that
one or more child seat models can fit
andbeproperlyinstalledinall
recommended seating positions in
your car.
Before purchasing a child seat, we
recommend that parents test the
child seat to make sure it fits
properly in the passenger’s seat. If a
previously purchased child seat does
not fit, you will need to buy a
different one that will fit.
A child who is too
large for a rear-facing child seat, and
who can sit up without support,
should be restrained in a forward-
facing child seat. See page for
additional information on protecting
small children.
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The child seat should fit the
passenger’s seat.
The child seat should be of the
proper type and size to fit the child.
The child seat should meet safety
standards.
Selecting a Child Seat
Small Children:
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The passenger’s airbag inflates
with enough force to kill or
seriously injure an infant in a
rear-facing child seat.
Never in the passenger’s
seat, due to the passenger’s airbag
hazard.
Not recommended,
due to the passenger’s airbag
hazard. If a small child must ride
in this car, move the vehicle seat
to the rear-most position and
secure a front-facing child seat
with the seat belt. (see page ).
A small child in a forward-facing
child seat is also at risk. If the
vehicle seat is too far forward,
or the child’s head is thrown
forward during a collision, an
inflating airbag can kill or
seriously injure the child.
This page briefly summarizes
Honda’s recommendations on where
to place a child seat in your car.
If a small child must ride in this
car, follow the instructions
provided in this section.
This car is not equipped with a
tether attachment point.
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Infants:
Small children:
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After selecting a proper child seat,
there are three main steps in
installing the seat:
After installing a child
seat, push and pull the seat
forward and from side to side to
verify that it is secure.
To provide security during normal
driving maneuvers as well as during
a collision, we recommend that
parents secure a child seat as firmly
as possible.
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 and be seriously injured.
When you are not using a child seat,
either remove it and store it in a safe
place, or make sure it is properly
secured. An unsecured child seat can
be thrown around the car during a
crash or sudden stop and injure
someone.
However, a child seat does not need
to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ It may be difficult
to install a child seat so that it does
not move at all. Some side-to-side or
back-and-forth movement can be
expected and should not reduce the
child seat’s effectiveness.
All child
seats must be secured to the car
with the lap part of a lap/shoulder
belt. A child whose seat is not
properly secured to the car can be
endangered in a crash. See page
for instructions on how to
secure a forward-facing child seat
in this car.
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Make sure the child seat is firmly
secured.
Secure the child in the child seat.
Storing a Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat
Properly secure the child seat to
the car with a seat belt.
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The passenger’s airbag poses
serious risks to small children. If the
vehicle seat is too far forward, or the
child’s head is thrown forward
during a collision, or the child is
unrestrained or improperly
restrained, an inflating airbag can kill
or seriously injure the child.
For these reasons, we recommend
that you do not carry a small child as
a passenger.
If you decide to carry a small child in
this car, follow the instructions and
guidelines below.
A child at least one year old who can
sit up without support, and who fits
within the child seat maker’s weight
and height limits, should be
restrained in a forward-facing,
upright child seat.
We also recommend that a small
child stay in the child seat as long as
possible, until the child reaches the
weight or height limit for the seat.
Of the different seats available, we
recommend those that have a five-
point harness system as shown. If it is necessary to put a forward-
facing child seat in the passenger’s
seat, move the passenger’s seat as
far to the rear as possible, be sure
the child seat is firmly secured to the
car, and the child is properly
strappedintheseat.
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Improperly placing a forward-
facing child seat in the front
seat can result in serious injury
or death if the airbags inflate.
Ifyoumustplaceaforward-
facing child seat in front, move
the vehicle seat as far back as
possible and properly restrain
the child.
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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 (you might hear a
clicking noise as the belt retracts).
After the belt has retracted, tug on
it. If the belt is locked, you will not
be able to pull it out. If you can pull
the belt out, it is not locked and
you will need to repeat these steps.
The passenger’s seat belt has a
locking mechanism that must be
activated to secure a child seat.
Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position. Moving the seat as
far back as possible reduces the
chance of a child being injured or
killed if the passenger’s airbag
inflates. (See page for
instructions on how to adjust the
seat.)
With the child seat in position,
route the belt through the child
seat according to the seat maker’s
instructions, then insert the latch
plate into the buckle.
The following pages provide
instructions on how to secure a
forward-facing child seat with this
type of seat belt.
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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. It
mayhelptoputweightonthe
child seat, or push on the back of
the seat, while pulling up on the
belt.
Push and pull the child seat
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 in order to remove a
child seat, unlatch the buckle,
unroute the seat belt, and let the belt
fully retract.
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The passenger’s airbag poses
serious risks to children, including
those who have outgrown child seats.
If the vehicle seat is too far forward,
or the child’s head is thrown forward
during a collision, or the child is
unrestrained or out of position, an
inflating airbag can kill or seriously
injure the child.
For these reasons, we recommend
that you do not carry a child
passenger.
With this in mind, following are
some guidelines to help you decide
when a given child may ride in your
car.
When a child reaches the
recommended weight or height limit
for a forward-facing child seat, the
child should wear a lap/shoulder belt.
If a child is too short for the shoulder
part of the belt to properly fit, we
recommend that the child use a
booster seat until the child is tall
enough to use the seat belt without a
booster.
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 ride in this car.
To determine if a lap/shoulder belt
properly fits a child, have the child
sit all the way back in the seat, and
put on the seat belt. Follow the
instructions on page . Then check
how the belt fits.
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Checking Seat Belt Fit
The Child Should Wear a Seat Belt
Protecting Larger Children
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Allowing a larger child to sit
improperly in the front seat can
result in injury or death if the
passenger’s front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must sit in front,
make sure the child moves the
seat as far back as possible,
uses a booster seat if needed,
and wears the seat belt properly.
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Whichever style you select, follow
the booster seat maker’s instructions.
If the shoulder part of the belt rests
over the child’s collarbone and
against the center of the chest, and
the lap belt rests over the child’s
hipbones and touches the tops of the
thighs as shown, the child is
probably big enough to wear the seat
belt.
However, if the shoulder belt
touchesorcrossesthechild’sneck,
or if the lap belt crosses the child’s
stomach, the child needs to use a
booster seat.
This could result in serious neck and
internal injuries during a crash.
If a child needs a booster seat, we
recommend choosing a high or low-
back style that allows the child to be
directly secured with the lap/
shoulder belt.
If they do, they could
be very seriously injured in a crash.
Devices intended to improve
occupant comfort or reposition the
shoulder part of a seat belt, severely
compromise the protective capability
of the seat belt and increase the
chance of serious injury in 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.
Using a Booster Seat
Do not let a child wear a seat belt
across the neck or over the stomach. Two children should never use the
same seat belt.
Do not put any accessories on a seat
belt.
Do not let a child put the shoulder
part of a seat belt behind the back or
under the arm.
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Children vary widely. And while age
may be one indicator of when a child
can safely ride in this car, there are
other important factors you should
consider.
Physically, a child must be large
enough for the lap/shoulder belt to
properly fit over the hips, chest, and
shoulder (see pages and ). If
the seat belt does not fit properly,
the child should use a booster seat.
To safely ride in this car, a child
must be able to follow the rules,
including sitting properly and
wearing the seat belt properly
throughout a ride.
A child should continue using a
booster seat until the child exceeds
the booster seat manufacturer’s
requirements.
Even then, the child may still need to
use a booster seat. Note that some
states now require children to use
boosters until they reach a certain
ageand/orweight.Besuretocheck
current laws in the state or states
where you intend to drive.
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Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position.
Check that the child’s seat belt is
properly positioned and secured.
Have the child sit up straight, back
against the seat, and feet on or
near the floor.
Supervise the child. Even a mature
child sometimes needs to be
reminded to fasten the seat belt or
sit properly.Carefully read the owner’s manual
and make sure you understand all
seat belt instructions and all safety
information.
If you decide that a child can safely
ride in this car, be sure to:
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This seat belt has a single belt that
goes over your shoulder, across your
chest and across your hips.
Your seat belt system includes lap/
shoulder belts in both seating
positions.
The seat belts are also equipped with
automatic seat belt tensioners.
The system also includes a
light on the instrument
panel to remind you and your
passenger to fasten your belts. If the
driver’s seat belt is not fastened
before the ignition is turned ON (II),
the light will come on and a beeper
will also sound. The beeper will stop
after a few seconds, but the light will
stay on until the driver’s seat belt is
fastened.
The passenger’s seat belt has an
additional locking mechanism that
must be activated to secure a child
seat. (See page for instructions on
how to secure a forward-facing child
seat with this type of belt.)
Both seat belts have an emergency
locking retractor. In normal driving,
the retractor lets you move freely in
your seat while it keeps some
tensiononthebelt.
During a collision or sudden stop,
the retractor automatically locks the
belt to help restrain your body.
To unlock the belt, push the red
PRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guide
the belt across your body to the door
pillar. After exiting the car, be sure
the belt is out of the way and will not
getclosedinthedoor.
To fasten the belt, insert the latch
plate into the buckle, then tug on the
belt to make sure the buckle is
latched.
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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.
To deactivate the locking
mechanism, unlatch the buckle and
let the seat belt fully retract. To
refasten the belt, pull it out only as
far as needed.
See page for instructions on how
to wear the lap/shoulder belt
properly.
For safety, you should check the
condition of your seat belts regularly.
Pull each belt out fully and look for
frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check
that the latches work smoothly and
that the lap/shoulder belts retract
easily. Any belt not in good condition
or not working properly will not
provide good protection and should
be replaced as soon as possible.
Your Honda has automatic seat belt
tensioners for added protection
during a moderate to severe frontal
collision.
If your airbags inflate, the tensioners
immediately tighten the seat belts to
help hold the occupants in place. The
belts will remain tight until you
unbuckle them in the normal way.
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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.
The dealer should also inspect the
anchors for damage and replace
them if needed.
Honda provides a lifetime warranty
on seat belts. Honda will repair or
replace any seat belt component that
fails to function properly during
normal use. Please see your
booklet for
details.
Automatic seat belt tensioners that
deployed during a crash must be
replaced.
For information on how to clean your
seat belts, see page .212
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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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An indicator light on the
instrument panel that alerts you to
a possible problem with the
system (see page ).
Emergency backup power in case
your car’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash.
Your Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) includes:
Two 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 ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe frontal
collision.
A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors
information about the sensors, the
control unit, and the airbag
activators when the ignition is ON
(II).
If you ever have a moderate to
severe frontal collision, the sensors
will detect rapid deceleration and
signal the control unit to instantly
inflate the airbags and activate the
automatic seat belt tensioners.
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After inflating, the airbags
immediately deflate, so they won’t
interfere with the driver’s visibility,
or the ability to steer or operate
other controls.
The total time for inflation and
deflation is approximately one-tenth
of a second, so fast that most
occupants are not aware that the
airbags deployed until they see them
lying in their laps.
This can occur when 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.
During a crash, your seat belt helps
restrain your lower body and torso,
while the tensioner tightens and
locks the seat belt to help keep you
in place. Your airbag provides a
cushion to help restrain and protect
your head and chest.
Since both airbags use the same
sensors, both airbags normally
inflate at the same time. However, it
is possible for only one airbag to
inflate.
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 car as soon as it is safe to do so.
For additional information on how
your airbags work, see the booklet
titled
that came with your
owner’s manual.
For additional information on how
your airbags work, ask your dealer
for a copy of the booklet titled
SRS: What You Need to Know
About Airbags
SRS:
What You Need to Know About Airbags
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If the light comes on or flashes on
andoffwhileyoudrive.
If you see any of these indications,
your airbags and seat belt tensioners
may not deploy when you need them.
See your Honda dealer as soon as
possible.
ThepurposeoftheSRS
light is to alert you to a
potential problem with your
Supplemental Restraint System.
When you turn the ignition ON (II),
this indicator will light briefly then
go out. This tells you that the system
is working properly.
If the light 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 light does not
come on after you turn the ignition
switch to ON (II).
If the light stays on after the
engine starts.
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Ignoring the SRS indicator light
can result in serious injury or
death if the airbags do not
inflate when needed.
Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer as soon as possible if
the SRS light alerts you to a
potential problem.
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Your Supplemental Restraint System
is virtually maintenance-free, and
there are no parts you can safely
service. However, you must have
your car serviced if:
The
airbags, seat belt tensioners, and
control unit must be replaced. Do
not try to remove or replace the
airbags yourself.
This must be done by a Honda
dealer or a knowledgeable body
shop.
Take your car to an
authorized Honda dealer as soon
as possible. If you ignore this
indication, the airbags might not
inflate when you need them.
Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly
causing very serious injury.
See page for further information
and precautions relating to your SRS.
Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection in a moderate to severe
frontal collision.
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Your airbags ever inflate.
The SRS indicator light alerts you
to a problem.
Do not tamper with SRS
components or wiring f or any
reason.
Donotattempttodeactivateyour
airbags.
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Your car’s exhaust contains carbon
monoxide gas. You should have no
problem with carbon monoxide
entering the car in normal driving if
you maintain your car properly.
Have the exhaust system inspected
for leaks whenever:
The car is raised for an oil change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
Thecarwasinanaccidentthat
may have damaged the underside. 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
car out of the garage.
With the trunk lid open, air flow can
pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk lid open, open all the windows
and set the heating and cooling
system as shown below.
If you must sit in your parked car,
even in an unconfined area, with the
engine running, adjust the heating
and cooling system as follows:
Push the button.
Select the mode.
Turn the fan on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
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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 Honda dealer
for a replacement.
U.S. models Canadian models
U.S. models only
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BATTERY
SUN VISOR
RADIATOR
SRS
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the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.
...........................Control Locations . 44
...............................Indicator Lights . 45
.............................................Gauges . 49
...............................Speedometer . 49
...............................Select Button . 49
.................................Tachometer . 49
...................Temperature Gauge . 49
..................................Fuel Gauge . 50
.....................................Odometer . 50
...................................Trip Meter . 51
Maintenance Required
...................................Indicator . 51
Controls Near the Steering
.......................................Wheel . 52
...................................Headlights . 53
............Daytime Running Lights . 54
....Instrument Panel Brightness . 54
................................Turn Signals . 55
.....................Windshield Wipers . 55
..................Windshield Washers . 56
.............Rear Window Defogger . 57
...............................Keys and Locks . 58
..............................................Keys . 58
....................Immobilizer System . 59
............................Ignition Switch . 60
......................Power Door Locks . 62
...................Remote Transmitter . 63
...........................................Trunk . 66
........Emergency Trunk Opener . 67
.............Console Compartments . 68
............................Seat Adjustments . 69
..............................Power Windows . 70
..............................Convertible Top . 72
..Lowering the Convertible Top . 72
.....Raising the Convertible Top . 75
...............Convertible Top Cover . 77
................................Maintenance . 78
..............................Hazard Warning . 80
.............................................Mirrors . 80
....Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 80
.................................Parking Brake . 81
.............................Beverage Holder . 82
...............Accessory Power Socket . 82
......................................Audio Panel . 82
.................................Interior Lights . 83
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HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL
SWITCH
(P.53)
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(P.62)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P.70)
MIRROR
CONTROLS
(P.80)
ROOF SWITCH
(P.73)
HAZARD WARNING SWITCH
(P.80)
AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.94)
HEATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING
(P.86)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
BUTTON
(P.57)
WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS
(P.55)
(P.122)
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CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
(P.48)
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
(P.51)
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD
WARNING INDICATORS
(P.48)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
(P.47)
PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.46)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.46)
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR
(P.47)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
(P.48)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P.48)
SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT
(P.46)
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.47)
DOOR-OPEN
INDICATOR
(P.47)
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.47)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.48)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.46)
(P.234)
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This light has two functions:
If this light comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For complete
information, see page .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this light flashes or stays on when
the engine is running. For complete
information, see page .
The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
information about your car.
If you do not fasten your seat belt,
the beeper will stop after a few
seconds but the light stays on until
you do. Both the light and the beeper
stay off if you fasten your seat belt
before turning on the ignition.
This indicator flashes for several
seconds when you turn the ignition
ON (II). It flashes as a reminder to
you and your passenger to fasten the
seat belts. A beeper also sounds if
you have not fastened your seat belt.
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch 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.
If the indicator remains lit after
you have fully released the
parking brake while the engine is
running, or if it comes on while
driving, it can indicate a problem
in the brake system. For complete
information, see page .
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Parking Brake and
Brake System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder Light
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This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch ON (II). If it
comes on at any other time, it
indicates a problem in the
supplemental restraint system. For
complete information, see page .
This light normally comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II), and when
you push the START button. If this
light comes on at any other time,
there is a problem in the ABS. If this
happens, take the car to your dealer
to have it checked. With the light on,
your car still has normal braking
ability but no anti-lock.
See page .
This light comes on if the trunk lid is
not closed tightly.
This light comes on if either door is
not closed tightly.
This light normally comes on when
you turn the ignition 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 car in a safe place and turn
off the engine. Reset the system by
restarting the engine, and watch the
EPS light. If it does not go off, or
comes back on again while driving,
take the car to your dealer to have it
checked. With the light on, the EPS
is turned off, making the car harder
to steer.
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Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Trunk-open Indicator
Door-open Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) Indicator
Indicator Lights
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The left or right turn signal light
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the light 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 light comes on with the high
beam headlights. See page for
information on the headlight
controls.
This indicator lights 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.
This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch 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 ).
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning switch, both turn signal
lights blink. All turn signals on the
outside of the car should flash.
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0).
This light comes on as a reminder
that you must refuel soon.
This lights when you set the cruise
control. See page for information
on operating the cruise control.
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Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Beam Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
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The tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per minute
(rpm). To protect the engine from
damage, never drive with the
tachometerreadingintheredzone.
This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the reading should be in
the middle of the gauge. In severe
driving conditions, such as very hot
weather or a long period of uphill
driving, the reading may reach near
the red mark. If it reaches the red
mark, pull safely to the side of the
road. Turn to page for
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system.
The Select button switches the
speedometer reading between miles
perhourandkilometerperhour.It
also changes the odometer and trip
meters to read in miles or kilometers
correspondingly. To change the
readings, push the Select button and
hold it until you hear a beep.
This shows your speed in miles per
hour (mph) or kilometers per hour
(km/h). 229
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Tachometer
Select Button
Temperature Gauge
Speedometer
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TEMPERATURE GAUGE
SPEEDOMETER
TACHOMETER
SELECT BUTTON
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This shows how much fuel you have.
It is most accurate when the car is on
level ground. It may show slightly
more or less than the actual amount
whenyouaredrivingoncurvyor
hilly roads.
The odometer shows the total dis-
tance your car has been driven. It
displays in miles and kilometers.
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.
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Fuel Gauge
Odometer
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TRIP METER FUEL GAUGE
TRIP BUTTON
ODOMETER SELECT BUTTON
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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When the distance driven since the
last scheduled maintenance reaches
6,000 miles (9,600 km), the indicator
starts blinking. If you exceed 7,500
miles (12,000 km), the indicator
stays on.
Your dealer will reset the indicator
when they perform the scheduled
maintenance. If someone else
performs the maintenance, reset the
indicator yourself.
To reset the maintenance required
indicator, turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, then press and
hold the trip meter reset button
while you turn the ignition switch
ON. Continue holding the button
until the indicator resets (the
indicator light goes out).
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules
for Normal and Severe Driving
Conditions on pages and .
This indicator reminds you that it is
time to take your car in for
scheduled maintenance.
This meter shows the number of
miles or kilometers driven since you
last reset it.
There are two trip meters, Trip A
and Trip B. Switch between Trip A
and Trip B by pressing the TRIP
button repeatedly. 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 TRIP button
until you hear a beep and the
number resets to 0.0.
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Maintenance Required IndicatorTrip Meter
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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR
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Thetwoleversonthesteering
column contain controls for driving
features you use most often. The left
lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The engine start button and the
remote audio controls are under the
left air vent.
The instrument panel brightness
control is in the lower left corner of
the speedometer.
The cruise control master switch is
to the left of the steering column.
To use the horn, press the pad
around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
(P.53)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
ENGINE
START
BUTTON
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.55)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.57)
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.54)
(P.113)
(P.135)
(P.122)
(P.115)
HORN
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The rotating switch on the left lever
controls the lights. Turning this
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.
To change from low beams to high
beams, push the turn signal lever
forward until you hear a click. The
blue high beam indicator will light
(see page ). To return to low
beams, pull the turn signal lever
back.
If you leave the lights on with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)
or LOCK (0), you will hear a
reminder tone when you open the
driver’s door.
To flash the high beams, pull the
turn signal lever back lightly, then
release it. The high beams will come
on and go off. The high beams will
stay on for as long as you hold the
lever back, no matter what position
the headlight switch is in.
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Thedisplaydimswhentheparking
lights or headlights are turned on.
Adjust the brightness to the desired
level with the headlight switch off,
and also with the headlight switch on.
Both settings will remain at those
levels until you change them.
The buttons in the lower left corner
of the instrument panel adjust the
brightness of the display in five steps.
Push the or button five times
to see the full range.
With the headlight switch on, you
can switch the display to full daytime
brightness by pushing and holding
the button. Push the button to
return the display to the original
brightness.
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
off, even if you set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
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Instrument Panel BrightnessDaytime Running Lights
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BUTTON BUTTON
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Signal a turn or lane change with this
lever. Push down on the lever to
signal a left turn, and up to signal a
right turn. If you push it up or down
all the way, the turn signal continues
to blink even when you release the
lever. It shuts off automatically as
you complete the turn.
To signal a lane change, push lightly
on the turn signal lever in the proper
direction and hold it. The lever will
return to the center position as soon
as you release it.
This lever controls the windshield
wipers and washers. It has five
positions:
MIST: mist
OFF: off
INT: intermittent
LO: low speed
HI: high speed
To select a position, push the lever
up or down.
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Turn Signals Windshield Wipers
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TURN SIGNAL LEVER
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In intermittent, the wipers operate
every few seconds. In low speed and
high speed, the wipers run continu-
ously.
To operate the wipers in mist mode,
push the control lever up from the
OFF position. The wipers run at high
speed until you release the lever.
This gives you a quick way to clear
the windshield.
To clean the windshield, pull back on
the wiper control lever. The washers
spray until you release the lever.
The wipers run at low speed while
you’re pulling the lever, then
complete one more sweep of the
windshield after you release it.
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Windshield Washers
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The rear window defogger will clear
fog,frost,andthinicefromthe
window. Push the defogger button to
turn it on and off. The light in the
buttoncomeontoshowthe
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.
You have to turn it on again when
you restart the car.
Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof
the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side to side.
Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
Do not push the defogger button
when the convertible top is folded.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Rear Window Defogger
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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.
Your car comes with two master
keys and a valet key.
The master key fits all the locks on
your car:
• Ignition
• Doors
• Trunk
• Lower console compartment
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number plate with your keys. You
will need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Keep
the plate stored in a safe place. If you
need to replace a key, 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.
Your car also comes with two remote
transmitters; see page for an
explanation of the operation.
The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keep the trunk and the lower console
compartment locked when you leave
your car and the valet key at a
parking facility.
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KEY
NUMBER
PLATE
MASTER
KEY
(BLACK)
VALET KEY
(GREY)
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The Immobilizer System protects
your car from theft. A properly-
coded master or valet key must be
used in the ignition switch for the
engine to start. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used,
the engine’s fuel system is disabled.
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 Immobilizer System indicator
will also blink several times when
you turn the ignition switch from ON
(II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your car undriveable.
If you have lost your key and you
cannot start the engine, contact your
Honda dealer.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object is near the
ignition switch when you insert the
key. To make sure the system
recognizes the key code:
Do not keep other immobilizer
keys on the same key ring.
Use a plastic or leather key fob,
not metal.
Keep other keys away from your
vehicle’s key and the ignition
switch while trying to start the
engine.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your Honda dealer.
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− You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To switch from ACCESSORY to
LOCK, you must push the key in
slightly as you turn it. The anti-theft
lock will lock the steering column
when you remove the key. If the
front wheels are turned, the anti-
theft lock may sometimes make it
difficult to turn the key from LOCK
to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn the
steering wheel to the left or to the
right as you turn the key.
The ignition switch is on the right
side of the steering column. It has
three positions:
•LOCK(0)
• ACCESSORY (I)
• ON (II)
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.
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.
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LOCK (0)Ignition Switch
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Removing the key from the
ignition switch while driving
locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control.
Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when
parked.
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In this position,
you can operate the audio system
and the accessory power socket.
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.
This is the normal key
position when driving. All features
and accessories on the car are usable.
Several of the lights on the instru-
ment panel come on as a test when
you turn the ignition switch from
ACCESSORY to ON.
The engine will not start if the
Immobilizer System does not
recognize the key’s coding (see page
).
The engine can be started with the
key in this position by pressing the
engine START button (see page
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ON (II)
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Each door has a lock tab next to the
inside door handle. When you push
in the lock tab on the driver’s door,
both doors lock. Pulling out the lock
tab on the driver’s door only unlocks
that door. The lock tab on the
passenger’s door only locks and
unlocks that door.
To lock the passenger’s door when
getting out of the car, push the lock
tab in and close the door. To lock the
driver’s door, remove the key from
the ignition switch, pull out either
the inside or outside door handle and
push the lock tab in, then close the
door.
Both doors lock when you use the
key in the driver’s door. Using the
key in the passenger’s door only
locks and unlocks that door.
To unlock only the driver’s door
from the outside, insert the key in
the driver’s door lock, turn the key
and release it. If you turn the key
and hold it, both doors will unlock.
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LOCK TAB
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When you push the UNLOCK button
once, only the driver’s door unlocks.
The parking lights and taillights
flash twice. The passenger’s door
unlocks when you push the button a
second time.
You can lock and unlock your car
with the remote transmitter. When
you push the LOCK button, both
doors lock. The side marker lights
and taillights flash once.
The horn will sound if you push the
LOCK button a second time within
five seconds of locking the doors.
To open the trunk, push and hold the
TRUNK RELEASE button for
approximately one second.
The interior light (if the interior light
switch is in the center position) will
come on when you press the
UNLOCK button. If you do not open
either door, the light will go out in
about 30 seconds and the doors will
automatically relock. If you relock
the doors with the remote
transmitter before 30 seconds have
elapsed, the light will go off
immediately.
You cannot lock or unlock the doors
with the remote transmitter if either
door is not fully closed or the key is
in the ignition switch.
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LED
UNLOCK
BUTTON
LOCK
BUTTON
TRUNK
RELEASE
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON
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When the remote transmitter’s
battery begins to get weak, it may
take several pushes on the button to
lock or unlock the doors, and the
LED will get dim. Replace the
battery as soon as possible.
Battery type: CR2025
To replace the battery, remove the
round cover on the back of the trans-
mitter by turning it counterclockwise
with a coin.
Panic mode allows you to remotely
activate your car’s security system to
attract attention. When activated, the
horn will sound, and the exterior
lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
To activate panic mode, press and
hold the PANIC button for about one
second.
To cancel Panic mode before 30
seconds, press any button on the
remote transmitter. You can also
turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Panic Mode Replacing the Battery
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Open
Close
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Remove the old battery and note the
polarity. Make sure the polarity of
the new battery is the same ( side
facing up), then insert it in the
transmitter.
Avoid severe shock to the trans-
mitter, such as dropping or throwing
it. Also, protect it from extreme hot
or cold temperatures.
Clean the transmitter case with a
soft cloth. Do not use strong
cleaners or solvents that could harm
the case. Immersing the transmitter
in any liquid will harm the trans-
mitter and cause it to not function
properly.
If you lose a transmitter, you will
need to have the replacement
programmed to your vehicle’s
system by your Honda dealer. Any
other transmitters you have will also
need to be reprogrammed.Align the mark on the cover
with the mark on the
transmitter, then set the cover in
place and turn it clockwise.
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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BATTERY ROUND
COVER
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Youcanopenthetrunkinthree
ways:
Press the trunk release button in
the lower console compartment.
To close the trunk, press down on
the trunk lid.
See page for cargo loading and
weight limit information. Keep the
trunk lid closed at all times while
driving to avoid damaging the lid,
and to prevent exhaust gas from
getting into the interior. See
on page .
Usethemasterkeytoopenthe
trunk lock. The valet key does not
work in this lock.
To protect items in the trunk when
you need to give the key to someone
else, lock the lower console
compartment with the master key
and give the other person the valet
key.Press and hold the trunk release
button on the remote transmitter
for approximately one second (see
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TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON
MASTER KEY
Push
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Parents should decide if their
children should be shown how to use
this feature.
For more information about child
safety, see page .
As a safety feature, your car has a
release lever on the trunk latch so
the trunk can be opened from the
inside.
To open the trunk, push the release
lever to the left.
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The area between the seats has two
compartments. Open the lower
compartment by squeezing the
handle. Close it with a firm push.
You can lock or unlock the lower
compartment with the master key.
The lever to open the upper
compartment is inside the lower
compartment. Push up the lever and
lift the lid. To close, lower the lid and
push it down until it latches.
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MASTER KEY
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To change the angle of the seat-back,
pull up on the lever on the outside of
the seat bottom. Move the seat-back
to the desired position and release
the lever. Let the seat-back latch into
the new position.
Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.
To adjust the seat forward and
backward, pull up on the lever under
the seat cushion’s front edge. Move
the seat to the desired position and
releasethelever.Trytomovethe
seat to make sure it is locked in
position.
See pages for important safety
information and warnings about how to
properly position seats and seat-backs.
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Your car’s windows are electrically-
powered. Turn the ignition switch to
ON (II) to raise or lower either
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 armrest has a master
power window control panel. To
open the passenger’s window, push
down on the switch and hold it down
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
PASSENGER’S WINDOW SWITCH
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The MAIN switch controls power to
the passenger’s window. With this
switch off, the passenger’s window
cannot be raised or lowered. The
MAIN switch does not affect the
driver’s window. Keep the MAIN
switch off when you have a child in
the car so the child does not get
injured by operating the window
unintentionally.
The master control panel also con-
tains these extra features:
To open the driver’s
window fully, push the window
switch firmly down and release it.
The window automatically goes all
the way down. To stop the window
from going all the way down, pull
back on the window switch briefly.
To open the driver’s window only
partially, push the window switch
down lightly and hold it. The window
will stop as soon as you release the
switch.
The AUTO function only works to
lower the driver’s window. To raise
the window, you must pull back on
the window switch and hold it until
the window reaches the desired
position.
AUTO
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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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The convertible top on your Honda
lowers and raises electrically.
Before operating the convertible top,
make sure the car is parked on level
ground, and that there is enough
clearance above the top.
Park your car in the shade whenever
possible. Extended exposure to
sunlight can cause the convertible
top to deteriorate.
Thereisalatchoneachside.Push
in the tab and pull the locking
lever down.
It is advisable to raise the top
whenever you park the car. This
helps to protect the car from
unexpected weather changes, and
from theft of your valuables.
Apply the parking brake. The
convertible top will not operate
unless the parking brake is fully
engaged.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
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LATCH TAB
LOCKING LEVER
Do not operate the convertible top in
f reezing weather. You can damage
the material and mechanism of the
convertible top.
Never drive the car with the
convertible top half open.
Do not lower or raise the top while
the engine is running.
Do not operate the top if it is wet,
dirty, or covered with ice or snow.
Do not operate the convertible top if
the car is raised on the jack, a hoist,
or on jack stands.
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Push the top forward while you
release the latches from the
windshield header by pushing the
locking levers forward.
With the latches released, pull
back on the locking levers and
push them up until they latch.
PullbackandholdtheROOF
switch.
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LOCKING LEVER
LATCH
LOCKING LEVER ROOF SWITCH
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The windows will lower and the roof
will fold back. Release the ROOF
switch when the roof is retracted
completely into the rear shelf.
Make sure the rear defogger is off
before you lower the convertible top.
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Operating the convertible top
while any part of a passenger is
in the way of the convertible top
can cause serious injury.
Make sure that you, your
passenger or any other people
around the car are clear of the
way of the moving convertible
top.
Do not sit on the f olded convertible top,
or put heavy items on top of it.
You could damage the top or the rear
window def ogger wires.
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Apply the parking brake. The
convertible top will not operate
unless the parking brake is fully
engaged.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
The windows, if raised, will lower
automatically.
Push the ROOF switch forward
andholdit.
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ROOF SWITCH
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The convertible top will raise.
Release the ROOF switch when the
top reaches the windshield header.
Pull back on the locking lever and
push it up until it latches. Make
sure it is securely latched.
While pushing the convertible top
forward, push the locking lever
forward and set the latch into the
windshield header.
Push in the tab on each locking
lever and pull the locking lever
down.
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WINDSHIELD HEADER TAB LATCH
LOCKING LEVER
Operating the convertible top
while any part of a passenger is
in the way of the convertible top
can cause serious injury.
Make sure that you, your
passenger or any other people
around the car are clear of the
way of the moving convertible
top.
Do not put heavy items on the closed
convertible top. You can damage the
material and the mechanism.
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Use the convertible top cover when
the top is folded to help prevent
foreign objects, dirt, etc. from
getting into the material and
mechanism.
Remove the convertible top cover
from the trunk.
Connect the snaps on the top
covertothetwopinsontheback
of the interior panel. Pull out the
head of each snap, put the snap
over the pin, then release the head.
Connect the snap on the fastener
string to the pin on each side wall
of the passenger compartment.
Pull out the head of each snap, put
the snap over the pin, then release
the head.
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CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER
SNAP
PIN
PIN
FASTENER STRING
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Fit the rear part of the top cover
into the space behind the
convertible top.
To remove the top cover, reverse
the attaching procedure.
Dust is the main cause of creaks or
other sounds coming from the
convertible top.
Regularly clean the body seals with
glass cleaner and a soft cloth. Do not
use a scraper or de-icing chemicals
to remove frost, snow, or ice from
the top or rear window.
Every three to six months,
depending on how often the top is
folded, rub a thin film of Shin-Etsu
Silicone grease (available from your
Honda dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto
the seals wherever they touch the
convertible top or each other.
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Use the door pull to open and
close the door. Do not push or pull
on the door glass.
Do not lean or sit on an open door.
The convertible top seals are
designed to promote the flow of
water off the roof. Spraying high
pressure water directly on the
seals can distort them, causing a
leak. Use only a low pressure
water stream when using a hose,
and avoid car washes.
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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.
Adjust the outside mirrors with the
adjustment switch on the driver’s
door armrest:
Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
Push the red button next to the roof
switch to turn on the 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.
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TAB
SELECTOR SWITCH
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
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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 off the
adjustment switch so you can’t
move a mirror out of position by
accidentally bumping the switch.
To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up fully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake light on
the instrument panel should go out
when the parking brake is fully
released (see page ). If you try to
drive the vehicle without releasing
the parking brake, the ABS indicator
maycomeon,andtheABSmaynot
work properly.
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Mirrors, Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls
81
Driving the car with the parking brake
applied can damage the rear brakes
and axles.
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To open the beverage holder, push
on the front edge.
Be careful when you are using the
beverage holder. A spilled liquid that
is very hot can scald you or your
passenger. Spilled liquids can also
damage the upholstery, carpeting,
and electrical components in the
interior.
To use the accessory power socket,
pull out on the cover. The ignition
switch must be in ACCESSORY (I)
or ON (II).
This socket is intended to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories
that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).
It will not power an automotive type
cigarette lighter element.
To open the audio panel, push on the
top center and let the panel swing
down.Toclose,pivotthepanelup
and push on it until it latches. Refer
to page for operation of the
audio system.
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The interior light has a three-
position switch. In the OFF position,
the light does not come on. In the
center position, the interior light
comes on when you open either door.
In the ON position, the interior light
stays on continuously.
In addition, when the three position
switch is in the center position with
both doors closed, the two bulbs in
the interior light can be turned on
separately by the pushbutton
switches next to them. Push the
switch to turn the light on or off.
If the three-position switch is in the
center position, the interior light will
come on when you remove the key
from the ignition switch.
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The heating and air conditioning
systems in your Honda provide a
comfortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
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.)
.......................Heating and Cooling . 86
...........What Each Control Does . 86
..............How to Use the System . 88
............To Turn Everything Off . 93
Audio System
......AM/FM/CD Audio System . 94
...................Operating the Radio . 95
...................Adjusting the Sound . 99
..............................Digital Clock . 100
............Audio System Lighting . 102
....................Radio Frequencies . 102
........................Radio Reception . 103
.........Operating the CD Player . 105
.....Operating the CD Changer . 108
.......Protecting Compact Discs . 109
....CD Player Error Indications . 111
CD Changer Error
.............................Indications . 112
................Remote Audio Controls . 113
............................Theft Protection . 114
...............................Cruise Control . 115
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Proper use of the Heating and
Cooling system can make the
interior dry and comfortable, and
keep the windows clear for the best
visibility.
Pushing this lever up and down
increases and decreases the fan
speed. The indicators next to the
lever show you the speed selected.
This button turns the air condi-
tioning ON and OFF. The indicator
in the button lights when the A/C is
on.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the air flow.
This button controls the source of
the air going into the system. When
the indicator in this button is lit, air
from the car’s interior is sent
through the system again (Recircula-
tion mode). When the indicator is off,
air is brought in from outside the car
(Fresh Air mode).
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What Each Control Does
Recirculation Button
Fan Control Lever
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button
Temperature Control Dials
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RECIRCULATION
BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
BUTTON
FAN CONTROL LEVER
MODE CONTROL
DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
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Use the MODE control dial to select
the vents the air flows from.
Air flows from the vents on
both sides of the instrument panel,
andfromthedashboardventinfront
of the passenger.
When you select , the system
automatically switches to Fresh Air
mode and turns on the A/C.
Air flow is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
floor vents.
Air flows from the center
vents in the dashboard above the
audio system, the vents on both
sides of the instrument panel, and
from the floor vents. Select this
position when you drive with the
convertible top folded.
Air flows from the floor
vents and the vents on both sides of
the instrument panel.
Air flow is divided between
the floor vents, the defroster vents at
the base of the windshield, and the
vents on both sides of the instrument
panel.
Air flows from the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield
and the vents on both sides of the
instrument panel.
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Comfort and Convenience Features
Mode Control Dial
87
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This section covers how to set up the
system controls for ventilation,
heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and
defrosting.
The engine must be running for the
heater and air conditioning to
generate hot and cold air. 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 from the system.
The air conditioning does not rely on
engine temperature.You can adjust the direction of the
air coming from the vents on both
sides of the instrument panel and at
the corner of the dashboard on the
passenger’s side. To adjust the air
flow up and down, move the tab in
the center of each vent up and down.
To adjust it left and right, turn the
dial under each vent left and right.
You can shut off the air flow from
each vent by turning the dial all the
way toward the mark until it
clicks.
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Comfort and Convenience Features
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CENTER VENT SIDE VENT
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The outside air intakes for the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep
these clear of leaves and other
debris.
It is best to leave the system in Fresh
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
you are driving through smoky or
dusty conditions, then switch back to
Fresh Air mode when the condition
clears.
Turn the temperature control dial
all the way to the left.
Make sure the A/C is off.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
The flow-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents behind the seat-backs.
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RECIRCULATION
BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
BUTTON
FAN CONTROL LEVER
MODE CONTROL
DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
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When the interior has cooled down
to a more comfortable temperature,
close the windows and set the
controls as described for normal
cooling.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The light in the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected.
Make sure the temperature
control dial is all the way to the left.
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.
If the interior is very warm from
beingparkedinthesun,youcancool
it down more rapidly by setting up
the controls this way:
Start the engine.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. Make sure the tempera-
ture control dial is all the way to
the left.
Set the fan to maximum speed.
Open the windows partially. Select
and Fresh Air mode.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
) when driving in stop-and-go
traffic or climbing a long, steep hill.
If it moves near the red mark, turn
off the A/C until the reading returns
to normal.
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To Cool with A/C
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RECIRCULATION
BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
BUTTON
FAN CONTROL LEVER
MODE CONTROL
DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
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To warm the interior:
Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
To remove fog from the inside of the
windows:
This setting is suitable for all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C).
Start the engine.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial. Set the fan to the desired speed.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the mixture of heated and
cooled air feels comfortable.
Switch the fan on.
Select .
When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C.
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the air flow from the
defroster vents feels warm.
When you switch to another mode
from , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn if off.
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Conditioning
To Defog and Defrost
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To remove exterior frost or ice from
the windshield and side windows
after the vehicle has been sitting out
in cold weather:
Start the engine.
Select .
When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C.
Set the fan and temperature
controls to maximum.
To rapidly remove exterior frost or
ice from the windshield (on very cold
days), first select the Recirculation
mode. Once the windshield is clear,
select the Fresh Air mode to avoid
fogging the windows.
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RECIRCULATION
BUTTON
AIR CONDITIONING
BUTTON
FAN CONTROL LEVER
MODE CONTROL DIAL
TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL
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These settings direct all the air flow
to the defroster vents at the base of
the windshield and the side window
defroster vents. The air flow will get
warmer and clear the windows faster
as the engine warms up. You can
close the side vents with the dial
beside each vent. This will send
more warm air to the windshield
defroster vents.
For safety, make sure you have a
clear view through all the windows
before driving away.
You should shut the system
completely off only for the first few
minutes of driving in cold weather,
until the engine coolant warms up
enough to operate the heater. Keep
the fan on at all other times so stale
air does not build up in the interior.
To shut off the system temporarily,
turn off the fan (no lights
illuminated).
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Your Honda’s audio system provides
clear reception on both AM and FM
bands, while the preset buttons allow
you to easily select your favorite
stations.
The anti-theft feature will disable the
system if it is disconnected from the
vehicle’s battery. To get the system
working again, you must enter a
code number (see page ).114
AM/FM/CD Audio System
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AM/FM BUTTON
TUNE KNOB
SEEK BAR
STEREO INDICATOR
PWR/VOL KNOB
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−− The SEEK function
searches the band for a station with
a strong signal. To activate it, press
theSEEKbaror,then
release it. Depending on which part
of the SEEK bar you press, the
system scans upward or downward
from the current frequency. It stops
when it finds a station with a strong
signal.
The ignition switch must be in
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to
operate the audio system. Turn the
system on by pressing the PWR/
VOL knob or the AM/FM button.
Adjust the volume by turning the
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 any of five methods to
find radio stations on the selected
band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO
SELECT, and the preset buttons.
Use the TUNE knob to
tune the radio to a desired frequency.
Turn the TUNE knob to the right to
tune to a higher frequency, or to the
left to tune to a lower frequency.
Turn the knob right or left until the
display reaches the desired
frequency.
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The SCAN function
samples all the 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 up
the band for a station with a strong
signal. When it finds one, it will stop
and play that station for
approximately five seconds. If you do
nothing, the system will then scan
for the next strong station and play
that for five seconds. When it plays a
station that you want to continue
listening to, press the SCAN button
again.
You can store the
frequencies of your favorite radio
stations in the six preset buttons.
Each button will store one frequency
on the AM band, and two
frequencies on the FM band.
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Preset
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TUNE KNOB
AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR
SCAN INDICATOR
SCAN BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
SEEK/SKIP BAR
PRESET BUTTONS
AUTO SELECT BUTTON
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To store a frequency:
Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
two frequencies with each preset
button.
Pick the Preset button you want
for that station. Press the button
and hold it until you hear a beep.
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
of six stations on AM and twelve
on FM.
Once a station’s frequency is stored,
simply press and release the proper
Preset button to tune to it.
The preset frequencies will be lost if
your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is
disconnected, or the radio fuse is
removed.
UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCAN
function to tune the radio to a
desired station.
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AM/FM BUTTON
SEEK BAR
PRESET BUTTONS
TUNE KNOB
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− If you are
traveling far from home and can no
longer receive the stations you
preset, you can use the Auto Select
feature to find stations in the local
area.
If you are in a remote area, Auto
Select may not find six strong AM
stations or twelve strong FM stations.
If this happens, you will see a ‘‘0’’
displayed when you press any preset
button that does not have a station
stored.
Auto Select does not erase the
frequencies that you preset pre-
viously. When you return home, turn
off Auto Select by pressing the
A. SEL button. The preset buttons
will then select the frequencies you
originally set.
To activate Auto Select, press the
A. SEL button. A. SEL will flash in
the display, and the system will go
into scan mode for several seconds.
It automatically scans both bands,
looking for stations with strong
signals. It stores the frequencies of
six AM stations and twelve FM
stations in the preset buttons. You
can then use the preset buttons to
select those stations. If you do not like the stations Auto
Select has stored, you can store
other frequencies in the preset
buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or
SCAN function to find the desired
frequencies, then store them in the
selected preset buttons as described
previously.
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AUTO SELECT INDICATOR
SEEK BAR
A. SEL BUTTON
TUNE KNOB
SCAN BUTTON
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These two
modes adjust the strength of the
sound coming from each speaker.
BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength,
while FAD adjusts the front-to-back
strength.
Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are
each adjustable. You select which of
these you want to adjust by pressing
the TUNE knob. The mode changes
fromBAStoTREtoFADtoBAL,
and then back to the selected audio
mode, each time you press the
TUNE knob. Each mode is shown in
the display as it changes.
Select BAL or FAD by pressing the
TUNE knob. Adjust the Balance or
Fader to your liking by turning the
TUNE knob. The displayed number
shows you the current setting. When
the adjustment level reaches the
center, you will see ‘‘ ’’.
Becausetherearenorearspeakers,
you will not hear any sound from the
audio system if you adjust the fader
to its full rear ( ) position. Use these modes to
adjust the tone to your liking. Select
TRE or BAS by pressing the TUNE
knob. Adjust the desired mode by
turning the TUNE knob. The
displayed number shows you the
current setting. When the
adjustment level reaches the center,
you will see ‘‘ ’’.
The system will automatically return
the display to the selected audio
mode about five seconds after you
stop adjusting a mode with the
MODE knob.
Adjusting the Sound
Balance/Fader
Treble/Bass
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ADJUSTMENT LEVEL
TUNE KNOB
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The display of your audio system
usually shows the time when the
ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (I)
or ON (II). It shows operation mode
of radio, CD player, or optional CD
changer when you operate them, and
goes back to the time display after
five seconds.
If an error occurs while operating
the CD player or optional CD
changer, the display will show the
error code and will not switch to the
time display until the error is
corrected (see pages and ).
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Digital Clock
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TIME DISPLAY CLOCK BUTTON
H BUTTON
M BUTTON
R BUTTON
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To set the hours, press the H (Preset
4) button while pressing the CLOCK
(SCAN/RPT) button. Press and hold
the H button until the hour advances
to the desired time.
To set the minutes, press the M
(Preset 5) button while pressing the
CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) button. Press
andholdtheMbuttonuntilthe
minutes numbers advance to the
desired time.
You can use the R (Preset 6) button
to quickly set the time to the nearest
hour. Press the R button while
pressing the CLOCK button. If the
displayed time is before the half
hour, pressing R sets the clock back
to the previous hour. If the displayed
time is after the half hour, pressing
R sets the clock forward to the
beginning of the next hour.
For example:
1:06 would RESET to 1:00
1:52 would RESET to 2:00
If your car’s battery is disconnected
or goes dead, the time setting will be
lost. To set the time again, follow the
setting procedure.
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The audio system illuminates when
the parking lights are on, even if the
radio is turned off.
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.’’
Your Honda’s radio can receive the
complete AM and FM bands.
Those bands cover these frequen-
cies:
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).
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How well your Honda’s radio
receives stations is dependent on
many factors, such as the distance
from the station’s transmitter,
nearby large objects, and atmos-
pheric conditions.
A radio station’s signal gets weaker
as you get farther away from its
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.
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.
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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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You operate the CD player with the
same controls used for the radio.
With the ignition switch in
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insert
the disc into the CD slot. Push the
disc in halfway, the drive will pull it
in the rest of the way and begin to
play. The number of the track that is
playing is shown in the display.
You can also play 3-inch (8-cm) discs
without using an adapter ring. Play
only standard round discs. Odd-
shaped CDs may jam in the drive or
cause other problems.
For best results when using CD-R
discs, use only high quality discs
labeled for audio use. When
recording a CD-R, the recording
must be closed in order for the disc
to be used by CD players. CD-RW
discs will not work in this unit.
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RDM BUTTON
RANDOM INDICATOR
SEEK/SKIP BAR
PWR/VOL KNOB
AM/FM BUTTON
CD/TAPE BUTTON CD SLOT
REPEAT INDICATOR
RPT BUTTON
EJECT BUTTON
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If you eject the disc, but do not
remove it from the slot, the system
will automatically reload the disc
after 15 seconds and put the CD
player in pause mode. To begin
playing the disc, press the CD button.
Press the eject button to remove the
disc from the drive.
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.
You can switch to the radio while a
CD is playing by pressing the AM/
FM button. Press the CD button to
return to playing the CD. The CD
will begin playing where it left off.
When the system reaches the end of
the disc, it will return to the begin-
ning and play the disc again.
You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar
while a disc is playing to select
passages and change tracks.
To move rapidly within a track, press
andholdtheSEEK/SKIPbar.Press
the side to move forward. You
will see CUE in the display. Press the
side to move backward. You
will see REW displayed. Release the
bar when the system reaches the
point you want.
Each time you press and release the
side of the SEEK/SKIP bar,
the system skips forward to the
beginning of the next track. Press
and release the side to skip
backward to the beginning of the
current track. Press it again to skip
to the beginning of the previous
track.
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−−To activate the Repeat
feature, press and release the RPT
button. You will see RPT in the
display. The system continuously
replays the current track. Press the
RPT button again to turn it off.
If the system is in Repeat mode, you
must turn it off by pressing the RPT
button before selecting Random Play.
This feature,
when activated, plays the tracks on
the CD in random order, rather than
in the order they are recorded on the
CD. To activate Random Play, press
and release the RDM button. You
will see RDM in the display. The
system will then select and play
tracks randomly. This continues
until you deactivate Random Play by
pressing RDM again.
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A Compact Disc changer is available
foryourvehicle.Itholdsuptosix
discs, providing several hours of
continuous entertainment. You
operate this 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.
Play only standard round discs. Odd-
shaped CDs may jam in the drive or
cause other problems.
To use the SKIP, REPEAT, and
RANDOM functions, refer to the in-
dash player operating instructions.
When you switch back to CD mode,
the system selects the same unit (in-
dash or changer) that was playing
when you switched out of CD mode.
To select the CD changer, press the
CD button. The disc and track
numbers will be displayed.
For best results when using CD-R
discs, use only high quality discs
labeled for audio use. When
recording a CD-R, the recording
must be closed in order for the disc
to be used by CD players. CD-RW
discs will not work in this unit.
To select a different disc, use the
Preset 5 (DISC ) or Preset 6
(DISC ) button. Press the Preset 6
button to select the next disc in the
magazine. Press the Preset 5 button
to select the previous disc. 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. This continues until it finds
a CD to load and play.
If you load a CD in the in-dash player
while the changer is playing a CD,
the system will stop the changer and
begin playing the in-dash CD. To
select the changer again, press the
CD button. Play will begin where it
left off. Use the CD button to switch
between the player and the changer.
If you eject the in-dash CD while it is
playing, the system will automatically
switch to the CD changer and begin
play where it left off. If there are no
CDs in the changer, the display will
flash. You will have to select another
mode (AM or FM) with the button.
Operating the CD Changer
(Optional)
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To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth.
Wipe across the disc from the center
to the outside edge.
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.
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.
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AnewCDmayberoughonthe
inner and outer edges. The small
plastic pieces causing this roughness
can flake off and fall on the re-
cording surface of the disc, 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.
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If you see an error indication in the
display while operating the CD
player,findthecauseinthechartto
the right. If you cannot clear the
error indication, take the vehicle to
your Honda dealer.
Indication SolutionCause
Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc.
Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD
player.
Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged.
Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc.
Check the disc for damage or deformation.
If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error
indication does not disappear after the disc is
ejected, see your Honda dealer.
Do not try to force the disc out of the player.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
FOCUS Error
Mechanical Error
High Temperature
CD Player Error Indications
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If you see an error indication in the
display while operating the CD
changer, find the cause in the chart
to the right. If you cannot clear the
error indication, take the vehicle to
your Honda dealer.
Indication SolutionCause
Press the magazine eject button and pull out
the magazine, check for error indication. Insert
the magazine again. If the code does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
consult your Honda dealer.
Insert CD.
Press the magazine eject button and pull out
the magazine, check for error indication. Insert
the magazine again. If the code does not
disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,
consult your Honda dealer.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
Insert CD magazine.
FOCUS Error
No CD in the CD
magazine
Mechanical Error
High Temperature
No CD magazine in the
CD changer
CD Changer Error Indications
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Four controls for the audio system
areontheleftsideofthedashboard
by the instrument panel. These let
you control basic functions without
distracting your attention from
driving.
Use the VOLUME lever to adjust the
volume. Push the lever up to
increase the volume and down to
decrease it. Hold the lever until the
volume reaches the desired level,
then release it.
If you want to mute the sound
temporarily, push the MUTE button.
The indicator in the button will light
to indicate the mute function is on.
Press the button again to cancel
MUTE.
The AUDIO CONTROL button
changes the mode. Pressing the
button repeatedly selects AM, FM1,
FM2, or CD (if a CD is loaded).
The CHANNEL button has two
functions, depending on whether you
are listening to the radio, or playing a
CD.
If you are listening to the radio, use
the CHANNEL button to change
stations. Each time you press this
button, the system advances to the
next preset station on the band you
are listening to. You will see the
number of the selected Preset button
in the audio system display.
IfyouareplayingaCD,thesystem
skips to the beginning of the next
track each time you push the
CHANNEL button.
These controls work only with the
factory-installed audio system. They
will not function if you install any
other system.
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AUDIO CONTROL
BUTTON
CHANNEL
BUTTON
MUTE
BUTTON
VOLUME
LEVER
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If your car’s battery is disconnected
or goes dead, or the radio fuse is
removed, the audio system will
disable itself. If this happens, you
will see ‘‘Code’’ in the frequency
display the next time you turn on the
system. Use the Preset buttons to
enter the five-digit code. If it is
entered correctly, the radio will start
playing.
If you make a mistake entering the
code, do not start over or try to
correct your mistake. 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
one hour before trying again.
You will have to store your favorite
stations in the Preset buttons after
the system begins working. Your
original settings were lost when
power was disconnected.
Your car’s audio system will disable
itself if it is disconnected from
electrical power for any reason. To
make it work again, the user 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.
Youshouldhavereceivedacardthat
lists your audio system’s code
number and serial number. It is best
tostorethiscardinasafeplaceat
home. In addition, you should write
the audio system’s serial number in
this Owner’s Manual. If you should
happen to lose the card, you must
obtain the code number from your
Honda dealer. To do this, you will
need the system’s serial number.
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Push in the Cruise Control Master
Switch on the dashboard beside
the steering column. The indicator
by the switch will light.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speedabove25mph(40km/h).
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
conditions such as city driving,
winding roads, slippery roads, heavy
rain, or bad weather. You should
have full control of the car under
those conditions.
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Improper use of the cruise
control can lead to a crash.
Use the cruise control only
when traveling on open
highways in good weather.
The cruise control, as it operates,
moves the accelerator pedal. You can
damage your vehicle’s accelerator
mechanism by resting your foot under
the pedal and blocking the movement.
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Press and release the SET/decel
buttononthesteeringwheel.The
CRUISE CONTROL light on the
instrument panel comes on to
show the system is now activated.
Thecruisecontrolmaynothold
the set speed when you are going
up and down hills. If your speed
increases going down a hill, use
thebrakestoslowdowntothe
desired speed. This will cancel the
cruise control. To resume the set
speed, press the RESUME/accel
button. The CRUISE CONTROL
light on the instrument panel
comes on.
Press and hold the RESUME/
accel button. The car will
accelerate. When you reach the
desired cruising speed, release the
button.
You can increase the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
You can decrease the set cruising
speed in any of these ways:
Press and hold the SET/decel
button. The car will decelerate.
Release the button when you
reach the desired speed.
To slow down in very small
amounts, tap the SET/decel
button repeatedly. Each time you
do this, your car will slow down
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
Tap the brake or clutch pedal
lightly with your foot. The
CRUISE CONTROL light on the
instrument panel will go out.
When the car slows to the desired
speed, press the SET/decel button.
The car will then maintain the
desired speed.
Push on the accelerator pedal.
Accelerate to the desired cruising
speed and press the SET/decel
button.
To increase your speed in very
small amounts, tap the RESUME/
accel button repeatedly. Each time
you do this, your car will speed up
about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
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RESUME/accel
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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 car
will return to the set cruising speed.
Resting your foot on the brake or
clutch pedal will cause the cruise
control to cancel.
Youcancancelthecruisecontrolin
any of these ways:
The system remembers the
previously-set cruising speed. To
return to that speed, accelerate to
above25mph(40km/h),thenpress
the RESUME/accel button. The
CRUISE CONTROL light comes on,
and the car 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 from memory. To use the
system again, refer to
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Press the Cruise Control Master
Switch.
Press the SET/decel and
RESUME/accel buttons at the
same time.
Tap the brake or clutch pedal.
When you tap the brake or clutch
pedal, or press the SET and
RESUME buttons at the same time,
the CRUISE CONTROL light on the
instrument panel will go out and the
car will begin to slow down. You can
use the accelerator pedal in the
normal way.
Cancelling the Cruise Control
Using the
Cruise Control
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Before you begin driving your Honda,
youshouldknowwhatgasolineto
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.
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.........................................Gasoline . 120
.........Service Station Procedures . 121
................Filling the Fuel Tank . 121
....................Opening the Hood . 122
...............................Oil Check . 123
.........Engine Coolant Check . 124
...............................Fuel Economy . 125
............................Car Condition . 125
...........................Driving Habits . 125
...Accessories and Modifications . 126
................................Accessories . 126
............................Modifications . 127
...Additional Safety Precaution . 127
.............................Carrying Cargo . 128
.....................General Precautions . 131
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During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration. Do not exceed
5,500 rpm for the first 600 miles
(1,000 km) of operation.
Help assure your car’s future
reliability and performance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).
Using gasoline containing lead will
damage your car’s emissions
controls. This contributes to air
pollution.
In Canada, some gasolines contain
an octane-enhancing additive called
MMT. If you use such gasolines,
your emission control system
performance may deteriorate and
the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on
your instrument panel may turn on.
If this happens, contact your
authorized Honda dealer for service.
We recommend gasolines containing
detergent additives that help prevent
fuel system and engine deposits.
If you are unable to find premium
unleaded gasoline, you may substi-
tute an unleaded regular gasoline.
The engine will compensate for the
lower octane, but you may notice a
slight decrease in power as a result.
Your Honda is designed to operate
on premium unleaded gasoline with a
pump octane number of 91 or higher.
Youshouldfollowthesesamere-
commendations with an overhauled
or exchanged engine, or when the
brakes are relined.
Avoidhardbraking.Newbrakes
need to be broken-in by moderate
use for the first 200 miles (300
km).
Do not change the oil until the
recommended time or mileage
intervalshowninthemaintenance
schedule.
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Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
Place the cap in the holder on the
fuel fill door.
Because the fuel fill cap is on the
driver’s side of the car, park with
that side closest to the service
station pumps.
Open the fuel fill door by pulling
on the knob on the driver’s door
jamb.
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Pull
FUEL FILL CAP
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.
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Standing in front of the car, put
your fingers under the front edge
of the hood to the right of center.
Slide your hand to the left until
you feel the hood latch handle.
Push this handle to the left until it
releases the hood. Lift the hood.
If you can open the hood without
lifting the hood latch handle, or
the hood latch handle moves
stiffly or does not spring back as
before, the mechanism should be
cleaned and lubricated (see page
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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.
Shift to Neutral and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Push the fuel fill door closed until
it latches.
Screw the fuel fill cap back on,
tighten it until it clicks several
times. If you do not properly
tighten the cap, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp may come on (see
page ).
Your car has an on-board refueling
vapor recovery system to help
keep fuel vapors from going into
the atmosphere. If the fuel nozzle
keeps clicking off even though the
tank is not full, there may be a
problem with this system. Consult
your dealer.
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Pull the support rod out of its clip
and insert the end into the hole on
the front of the hood around the
center.
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.
After closing the hood, make sure
it is securely latched.
Check the engine oil level every time
you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few
minutes after turning the engine off
before you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (black
handle).
Wipe the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
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Service Station Procedures
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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 .
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
on checking other items in your
Honda.
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Adding Oil
Adding
Engine Coolant
Owner Maintenance
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UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
DIPSTICK
RESERVE TANK
MAX
MIN
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You can improve fuel economy by
driving moderately. Rapid acceler-
ation, abrupt cornering, and hard
braking use more fuel.
Always drive in the highest gear that
allows the engine to run and acceler-
ate smoothly.
A cold engine uses more fuel than a
warm engine. It is not necessary to
‘‘warm-up’’ a cold engine by letting it
idle for a long time. You can drive
away in about a minute, no matter
how cold it is outside. The engine
will warm up faster, and you get
better fuel economy. To cut down on
the number of ‘‘cold starts,’’ try to
combine several short trips into one.The condition of your car and your
driving habits are the two most
important things that affect the fuel
mileage you get.
Always maintain your car according
to the maintenance schedule. This
will keep it in top operating condition.
Depending on traffic conditions, try
to maintain a constant speed. Every
time you slow down and speed up,
your car uses extra fuel. Use the
cruise control, when appropriate, to
increase fuel economy.
The air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.TurnofftheA/Cto
cut down on air conditioning use.
Use the flow-through ventilation
when the outside air temperature is
moderate.
In winter, the build-up of snow on
your car’s underside adds weight and
rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning
helps your fuel mileage and reduces
thechanceofcorrosion.
An important part of that mainte-
nance is the
(see page ). For
example, an underinflated tire
causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’
which uses fuel. It also wears out
faster, so check the tire pressure at
least monthly.
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When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interfere with your car’s
computer-controlled systems, such
as the SRS and anti-lock brake
system.
If possible, have your dealer inspect
the final installation.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ).
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interfere
with proper car operation or
performance.
Before installing any accessory:
However, if electronic accessories
are improperly installed, or exceed
your car’s electrical system capacity,
they can interfere with the operation
of your car, or even cause the
airbags to deploy.
Modifying your car, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make your car unsafe. Before you
make any modifications or add any
accessories,besuretoreadthe
following information.
Your dealer has genuine Honda
accessories that allow you to
personalize your car. These
accessories have been designed and
approved for your car, and are
covered by warranty.
Non-Honda accessories are usually
designed for universal applications.
Although aftermarket accessories
may fit on your car, they may not
meet factory specifications, and
could adversely affect your car’s
handling and stability. (See
‘‘Modifications’’ on page for
additional information.)
Have the installer contact your
Honda dealer for assistance before
installing any electronic accessory.
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Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
car’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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Do not attach or place objects on the
airbag covers. Any object attached to
or placed on the covers marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG,’’ in the center of the
steering wheel and on top of the
dashboard, could interfere with the
proper operation of the airbags. Or,
if the airbags inflate, the objects
could be propelled inside the car and
hurt someone.
Some examples are:
Lowering the vehicle with an
aftermarket suspension kit that
significantly reduces ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to impact speed
bumps or other raised objects,
which could cause the airbags to
deploy.
Raising the vehicle with an
aftermarket suspension kit can
affect the handling and stability.
Aftermarket 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.
Do not modify your steering wheel
or any other part of your
Supplemental Restraint System.
Modifications could make the
system ineffective.
If you plan to modify your vehicle,
consult with your Honda dealer.
Removing parts from your vehicle,
or replacing components with non-
Honda (aftermarket) components
could seriously affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
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Your car has several convenient
storage areas so you can stow cargo
safely.
The upper and lower console
compartments are designed for small,
lightweight items. The trunk is
intended for larger, heavier items.
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can affect
your car’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsafe. Before carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
following pages.
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The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity.
The maximum load limit for your car
is 400 lbs (185 kg). This figure
includes the total weight of all
occupants, cargo, and accessories
weight.
Subtract the combined weight of
the driver and passenger from 400
lbs (185 kg).
For example, if there will be two 150
lbs(70kg)occupantsinyourcar,the
amount of available cargo and
luggage load capacity is 100 lbs (45
kg).
2 150 lbs (70 kg) = 300 lbs (140
kg)
400 lbs (185 kg) 300 lbs (140 kg) =
100 lbs (45 kg)
Following are the steps for
determining the correct cargo and
luggage load limit.
Locate the statement, ‘‘the
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed 400 lbs
(185 kg)’’ on your car’s placard (on
the driver’s doorjamb).
Determine the combined weight
of the driver and passenger that
will be riding in your car. (Two is
the seating capacity of your car.)
Determine the combined weight
of accessories, luggage, and cargo
beingloadedinthevehicle.The
weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity calculated in step 4 [100
lbs(45kg)inthisexample].
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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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Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the trunk, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the front seats cannot roll
under the seats and interfere with
the driver’s ability to operate the
pedals, or with the proper
operation of the seats.
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Usecautionifyoushoulddrive
your car on very rough or rutted
roads. You could damage the
suspension and underbody by
bottoming out. Going too fast over
parking lot ‘‘speed bumps’’ can
also cause damage.
Because of the low-profile tires
fitted to your car, the alloy wheels
are closer to the ground. Driving
over a pothole or road debris at
too high a speed can seriously
damage a wheel. Slow down under
these conditions.
Your Honda is designed to give you
optimum handling and performance
on well-maintained roads. As part of
this design, your car has a minimum
of ground clearance and very low-
profile tires.
Curbs and steep inclines could
damage the front and rear
bumpers. Low curbs that do not
affect the average car may be high
enough to hit the bumper on your
Honda. The front or rear bumper
mayscrapewhentryingtodrive
onto an incline, such as a steep
driveway or trailer ramps.
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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 car, and the braking system.
........................Preparing to Drive . 134
.......................Starting the Engine . 135
Starting in Cold Weather
....................at High Altitude . 136
....6-speed Manual Transmission . 137
.....Recommended Shift Points . 138
..............Engine Speed Limiter . 138
.......................Reverse Lockout . 138
...........................................Parking . 139
.....................The Braking System . 140
.............Brake Wear Indicators . 140
...............Brake System Design . 141
.......................Anti-lock Brakes . 141
Important Safety
.........................Reminders . 142
........................ABS Indicator . 143
...............Driving in Bad Weather . 144
...........................Towing a Trailer . 145
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or fastened down
securely.
Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passenger has fastened his or
her seat belt (see page ).
Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
Start the engine (see page ).
Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
page ).Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day before
you drive your car.
Check that the hood and trunk are
fully closed.
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
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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. The ENGINE START button
has no effect unless the clutch
pedal is depressed.
Turn the ignition key to ON (II)
position.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, push the ENGINE START
button. If the engine does not start
right away, do not hold the
ENGINE START button for more
than 15 seconds at a time. Pause
for at least 10 seconds before
trying again.
If the engine still does not start,
press the accelerator pedal all the
way down and hold it there while
starting in order to clear flooding.
As before, hold the ENGINE
START button for no more than
15 seconds. Return to step 6 if the
engine does not start. If it starts,
lift your foot off the accelerator
pedal so the engine does not race.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 5 with the
accelerator pedal pressed half-way
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
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An engine is harder to start in cold
weather. The thinner air found at
high altitude above 8,000 feet
(2,400 meters) adds to the problem.
Use the following procedure:
Turn off all electrical accessories
to reduce the drain on the battery.
Push the accelerator pedal half-
way to the floor and hold it there
while starting the engine. Do not
hold the ENGINE START button
formorethan15seconds.When
the engine starts, release the
accelerator pedal gradually as the
engine speeds up and smooths out.
If the engine fails to start in step 2,
push the accelerator pedal to the
floor and hold it there while you
try to start the engine for no more
than 15 seconds. If the engine
does not start, return to step 2.
1.
2.
3.
Starting the Engine
Driving
Starting in Cold Weather at High
Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/
2,400 meters)
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The manual transmission is synchro-
nizedinallforwardgearsforsmooth
operation. It has a lockout so you
cannot shift directly from Fifth to
Reverse instead of Sixth (see page
). When shifting up or down,
make sure you push the clutch 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 car 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 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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Drive in the highest gear that lets
the engine run and accelerate
smoothly. This will give you the best
fuel economy and effective emis-
sions control. The following shift
points are recommended:
Shift Up
1st to 2nd
2nd to 3rd
3rd to 4th
4th to 5th
5th to 6th
Normal Acceleration
15 mph (24 km/h)
25 mph (40 km/h)
40 mph (64 km/h)
47 mph (75 km/h)
52 mph (83 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.
With the clutch pedal depressed,
move the shift lever to the Reverse
side of the Neutral gate. Then push
the shift lever down and shift to
Reverse.
The 6-speed manual transmission
has a lockout so you cannot
accidentally shift from Fifth to
Reverse instead of Sixth.
Recommended Shif t Points Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout
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Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you.
Turn off the lights.
Always use the parking brake when
you park your car. The indicator on
the instrument panel shows that the
parking brake is not fully released; it
does not indicate that the parking
brakeisfirmlyset.Makesurethe
parking brake is set firmly or your
car may roll if it is parked on an
incline.
If the car is facing uphill, turn the
front wheels away from the curb and
put the transmission in first gear.
If the car is facing downhill, turn the
front wheels toward the curb and put
the transmission in reverse gear.
Make sure the parking brake is fully
released before driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or damage
the rear brakes.
Make sure the convertible top and
the windows are closed.
Lockthedoorswiththekeyorthe
remote transmitter.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other flammable
materials. The three way catalytic
converter gets very hot, and could
cause these materials to catch on
fire.
Parking Tips
Parking
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All four brakes have audible brake
wear indicators.
Check your 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. Since a
longer distance is needed to stop
with wet brakes, be extra cautious
and alert in your driving.
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 downshifting to a lower
gear and taking your foot off the
accelerator pedal.
Put your foot on the brake pedal only
when you intend to brake. Resting
your foot on the pedal keeps the
brakes applied lightly, causing them
to build up heat. Heat build-up can
reduce how well your brakes work. It
also keeps your brake lights on all
the time, confusing drivers behind
you.
When the brake pads need replacing,
you will hear a distinctive metallic
‘‘screeching’’ sound when you apply
the brakes. If you do not have the
brake pads replaced, they will begin
screeching all the time.
Your brakes may sometimes squeal
or squeak when you apply them
lightly. Do not confuse this with the
brakewearindicators.Theymakea
very audible ‘‘screeching.’’
Your Honda 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.
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The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the car (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.
Your car has an Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS) as standard
equipment. ABS helps to prevent the
wheels from locking up and skidding
during hard braking, allowing you to
retain steering control.
When the front tires skid, you lose
steering control; the car continues
straight ahead even though you turn
the steering wheel. The ABS helps to
prevent lock-up and helps you retain
steering control by pumping the
brakes rapidly; much faster than a
person can do it.
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this defeats the
purpose of the ABS. Let the ABS
work for you by always keeping firm,
steady pressure on the brake pedal
as you steer away from the hazard.
This is sometimes referred to as
You will feel a pulsation in the brake
pedal when the ABS activates, and
you may hear some noise. This is
normal; it is the ABS rapidly
pumping the brakes.
Activation varies with the amount of
traction your tires have. On dry
pavement, you will need to press on
thebrakepedalveryhardbeforeyou
activate the ABS. However, you may
feel the ABS activate immediately if
you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
such as trying to take a
corner too fast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe,
prudent speed for the road and
weather conditions.
it
only helps with steering control
during braking. You should always
maintain a safe following distance
from other vehicles.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your car to veer into
oncoming traffic or off the road.
on loose or
uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow, than a car without anti-lock.
Slow down and allow a greater
distance between cars under those
conditions.
‘‘stomp and steer.’’
You should never pump the
brake pedal;
ABS will not prevent a skid that
results from changing direction
abruptly,
ABS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the car;
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.
A car with ABS may require a
longer distance to stop
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The ABS is self-checking. If anything
goes wrong, the ABS indicator on
the instrument panel comes on (see
page ). This means the anti-lock
function of the braking system has
shut down. The brakes still work like
a conventional system without anti-
lock, providing normal stopping
ability. You should have the dealer
inspect your car as soon as possible.
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
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Exercise extra caution when driving
in rain after a long dry spell. After
months of dry weather, the first
rains bring oil to the surface of the
roadway, making it slippery.
Being able to see
clearly in all directions and being
visible to other drivers are important
in all weather conditions. This is
more difficult in bad weather. To be
seen more clearly during daylight
hours, turn on your headlights.
Inspect your windshield wipers and
washers frequently. Keep the wind-
shield washer reservoir full of the
proper fluid. Have the windshield
wiper blades replaced if they start to
streak the windshield or leave parts
unwiped. Use the defrosters and air
conditioning to keep the windows
from fogging up on the inside (see
page ).
Rain, fog, and snow conditions
require a different driving technique
because of reduced traction and
visibility. Keep your car well-
maintained and exercise greater
caution when you need to drive in
bad weather. The cruise control
should not be used in these
conditions.
Always drive
slower than you would in dry
weather. It takes your car longer to
react, even in conditions that may
seem just barely damp. Apply
smooth, even pressure to all the
controls. Abrupt steering wheel
movements or sudden, hard appli-
cation of the brakes can cause loss of
control in wet weather. Be extra
cautious for the first few miles
(kilometers) of driving while you
adjust to the change in driving
conditions. This is especially true in
snow. A person can forget some
snow-driving techniques during the
summer months. Practice is needed
to relearn those skills. 91
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− Check your tires
frequently for wear and proper
pressure. Both are important in
preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss of
traction on a wet surface). In the
winter, mount snow tires on all four
wheels for the best handling.
Watch road conditions carefully,
they can change from moment to
moment. Wet leaves can be as slip-
pery as ice. ‘‘Clear’’ roads can have
patches of ice. Driving conditions
can be very hazardous when the
outside temperature is near freezing.
The road surface can become
covered with areas of water puddles
mixed with areas of ice, so your
traction can change without warning.
Be careful when downshifting. If
traction is low, you can lock up the
drive wheels for a moment and cause
askid.
Be very cautious when passing, or
beingpassedbyothercars.The
spray from large cars reduces your
visibility, and the wind buffeting can
cause you to lose control.
Your car is not designed to tow a
trailer. Attempting to do so can void
your warranties.
Driving
Traction Towing a Trailer
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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.
This section explains why it is
important to keep your car well
maintained and how to follow basic
maintenance safety precautions.
If you have the skills and tools to per-
form more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page for information on how to
obtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer.
......................Maintenance Safety . 148
.Important Safety Precautions . 149
.................Maintenance Schedule . 150
...Required Maintenance Record . 157
.......Owner Maintenance Checks . 159
..............................Fluid Locations . 160
......................................Engine Oil . 161
..................................Adding Oil . 161
....................Recommended Oil . 161
..............................Synthetic Oil . 162
....................................Additives . 162
.....Changing the Oil and Filter . 163
.............................Cooling System . 165
............Adding Engine Coolant . 165
.......Replacing Engine Coolant . 167
....................Windshield Washers . 171
6-speed Manual Transmission
...........................................Fluid . 172
..........................Differential Fluid . 173
................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 174
............................Brake System . 174
...........................Clutch System . 175
.....................Air Cleaner Element . 176
....................................Hood Latch . 178
....................................Spark Plugs . 178
..............................Replacement . 178
............................Specifications . 180
...........................................Battery . 181
.................................Wiper Blades . 184
..............Air Conditioning System . 186
..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 187
.......................................Drive Belt . 188
...............................................Tires . 189
......................................Inflation . 189
..................................Inspection . 191
..............................Maintenance . 192
.............................Tire Rotation . 192
...................................Tire Wear . 192
...Replacing Tires and Wheels . 193
......................Wheels and Tires . 194
..........................Winter Driving . 194
.............................Snow Tires . 195
............................Tire Chains . 195
.............................................Lights . 196
.....................Headlight Aiming . 198
........................Replacing Bulbs . 198
...........................Storing Your Car . 206
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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.
Regularly maintaining your car is the
best way to protect your investment.
Proper maintenance is essential to
your safety and the safety of your
passengers. It will also reward you
with more economical, trouble-free
driving, and help reduce air pollution.
This section includes instructions for
simple maintenance tasks, such as
checking and adding oil. Any service
items not detailed in this section
should be performed by a Honda
technician or other qualified
mechanic.
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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 car
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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Read the instructions before you
begin, and make sure you have the
tools and skills required.
To reduce the possibility of fire or
explosion, be careful when working
around gasoline or batteries. Use a
commercially available degreaser or
parts cleaner, not gasoline, to clean
parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and
flames away from the battery and all
fuel-related parts.
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 in-
structed to do so.
Before you begin any maintenance,
make sure your car is parked on
level ground and that the parking
brake is set. Also, be sure the engine
is off. This will help to eliminate
several potential hazards:
You should wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working
near the battery or when using
compressed air.
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Important Safety Precautions
Carbon monoxide poisoning
from engine exhaust.
Burns from hot parts.
Injury from moving parts.
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Always use unleaded gasoline with
theproperoctanerating(seepage
).
The services and time or distance
intervals shown in the maintenance
schedule assume you will use your
car as normal transportation for your
passenger and possessions. You
should also follow these
recommendations:
The Maintenance Schedule specifies
how often you should have your car
serviced and what things need
attention. It is essential that you have
your car serviced as scheduled to
retain its high level of safety,
dependability, and emissions control
performance.
Avoidexceedingyourcar’sload
limit.Thisputsexcessstresson
the engine, brakes, and many
other parts of your car. The load
limit is shown on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your car on reasonable
roads within the legal speed limit.
Drive your car regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Service your car according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the Maintenance Schedules on the
following pages. Select the schedule
for ‘‘Severe Conditions’’ if most of
your driving is done under one or
more of the conditions listed on that
page. Otherwise, follow the schedule
for ‘‘Normal Conditions.’’
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U.S. Cars:
Your authorized Honda dealer
knows your car 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
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. 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 genuine
Honda parts and fluids whenever you
have maintenance done. These are
manufactured to the same high-
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be confident
of their performance and durability.
According to state and federal
regulations, failure to perform
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, Honda
recommends that all maintenance
services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage
period to ensure long-term reliability.
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance
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.
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Maintenance Schedule if the
severe driving conditions
specified in the Severe
Conditions Maintenance
Schedule do not apply.
NOTE: If you only
drive under a
‘‘severe’’ condition, you should
follow the Normal Conditions
Maintenance Schedule.
Follow the Maintenance
Schedule for Severe Conditions.
OCCASIONALLY
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Visually inspect the following items:
Service at the indicated
distance or time whichever
comes first.
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months
Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year
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Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
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60
96
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105
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84
75
120
60
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90
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72
120
192
96
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)
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil filter
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace air cleaner element
Inspect valve clearance
Replace spark plugs
Inspect drive belt
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace transmission fluid
Replace rear differential fluid
Inspect front and rear brakes
Replace brake fluid
Check parking brake adjustment
Replace dust and pollen filter
Check tire inflation and condition
See information on maintenance and
emissions warranty, last column, page .
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
Adjust only if noisy
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Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time interval.
7,500 mi/12,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr
22,500 mi/36,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
37,500 mi/60,000 km
3yrs
45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs
52,500 mi/84,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
67,500 mi/108,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs
82,500 mi/132,000 km
6yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs
97,500 mi/156,000 km
105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs
112,500 mi/180,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
9yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
Replace engine oil.
Check tire inflation and condition.
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Replace air cleaner element.
Replace rear differential fluid.
Replace dust and pollen filter.
Inspect drive belt.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Inspect valve clearance.
Check idle speed.
Replace spark plugs.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace transmission fluid.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Replace engine coolant, then replace every
60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs.
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
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column, page .
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Maintenance Schedule if you
drive your vehicle
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.
Extensive idling or long
periods of stop-and-go driving.
Driving in mountainous
conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or
de-iced roads.
Follow the Maintenance
Schedule for Severe Conditions.
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Visually inspect the following items:
Replace every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months
Service at the indicated
distance or time whichever
comes first.
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
Inspect every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then every 60,000 miles
(96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
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
Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody
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30
48
24
45
72
36
60
96
48
75
120
60
90
144
72
105
168
84
120
192
96
See information on maintenance and
emissions warranty, last column, page .
Refer to page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace air cleaner element
Inspect valve clearance
Replace spark plugs
Inspect drive belt
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace transmission fluid
Replace rear differential fluid
Inspect front and rear brakes
Replace brake fluid
Check parking brake adjustment
Replace dust and pollen filter
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Check tire inflation and condition
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Canadian Owners
A, B, C, D, E
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B
C
D
E
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time.
3,750 mi/6,000 km
7,500 mi/12,000 km
11,250 mi/18,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr
18,750 mi/30,000 km
22,500 mi/36,000 km
26,250 mi/42,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
33,750 mi/54,000 km
37,500 mi/60,000 km
41,250 mi/66,000 km
3yrs
45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs
48,750 mi/78,000 km
52,500 mi/84,000 km
56,250 mi/90,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
63,750 mi/102,000 km
67,500 mi/108,000 km
71,250 mi/114,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs
78,750 mi/126,000 km
Replace engine oil and filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check tire inflation and condition.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Replace air cleaner element.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches with
multipurpose grease.
Replace rear differential fluid.
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Inspect drive belt.
Replace dust and pollen filter .
Replace transmission fluid.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
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Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page .
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information under special driving
conditions.
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty,
last column, page .
Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop.
Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy.
See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement
information under special driving conditions.
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82,500 mi/132,000 km
86,250 mi/138,000 km
6yrs
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs
93,750 mi/150,000 km
97,500 mi/156,000 km
101,250 mi/162,000 km
105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs
108,750 mi/174,000 km
112,500 mi/180,000 km
116,250 mi/186,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
9yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Inspect valve clearance.
Check idle speed.
Replace spark plugs.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Replace engine coolant, then replace every
60,000 mi/96,000 km/5 yrs.
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3,750 mi
7,500 mi
11,250 mi
15,000 mi
18,750 mi
22,500 mi
26,250 mi
30,000 mi
33,750 mi
37,500 mi
41,250 mi
45,000 mi
48,750 mi
52,500 mi
56,250 mi
60,000 mi
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
mi/km
Date
Signature or dealer stamp 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
6,000 km
12,000 km
18,000 km
24,000 km
(or 1 year)
30,000 km
36,000 km
42,000 km
48,000 km
(or 2 years)
54,000 km
60,000 km
66,000 km
72,000 km
(or 3 years)
78,000 km
84,000 km
90,000 km
96,000 km
(or 4 years)
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe
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63,750 mi
67,500 mi
71,250 mi
75,000 mi
78,750 mi
82,500 mi
86,250 mi
90,000 mi
93,750 mi
97,500 mi
101,250 mi
105,000 mi
108,750 mi
112,500 mi
116,250 mi
120,000 mi
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
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
102,000 km
108,000 km
114,000 km
120,000 km
(or 5 years)
126,000 km
132,000 km
138,000 km
144,000 km
(or 6 years)
150,000 km
156,000 km
162,000 km
168,000 km
(or 7 years)
174,000 km
180,000 km
186,000 km
192,000 km
(or 8 years)
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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specified intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perform
any check, turn to the page given.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Windshield washer fluid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers frequently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
for fuel. See page .
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, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you fill the fuel tank. See page .
Brakes and clutch Check the
fluid level monthly. See page .
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Fluid Locations
Maintenance
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WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
CLUTCH FLUID
(Gray cap)
BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
COOLANT RESERVOIR
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To add oil, unscrew and remove the
engine oil fill cap on top of the left
valve cover. Pour in the oil, and
replace the engine oil fill cap.
Tighten it securely. Wait a few
minutes and recheck the oil level. Do
not fill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine.
Make sure the API Certification Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
Pour the oil slowly and carefully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Oil is major contributor to your
engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade
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. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for
as long as you own it.
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Recommended Oil
Engine Oil
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API CERTIFICATION SEAL
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An oil with a viscosity of 10W-30 is
preferred for optimum fuel economy
and year-round protection in your
Honda. You may use a 5W-40 oil if
the temperature in your area goes
below 0°F ( 20°C).
The oil’s viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
Select the oil for your car according
to this chart.
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 as shown
on the chart. When using synthetic
oil, you must follow the oil and filter
change intervals given in the
maintenance schedule.
Your Honda does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
affect your engine’s or transmission’s
performance and durability.
Engine Oil
Maintenance
Synthetic Oil Additives
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Ambient Temperature
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Always change the oil and filter
accordingtothetimeanddistance
(miles/kilometers) recommenda-
tions in the maintenance schedule.
The oil and filter collect contami-
nants that can damage your engine if
they are not removed regularly.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Remove the engine oil fill cap.
Remove the oil drain bolt from the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
Install a new oil filter according to
instructions that come with it.
Changing the oil and filter requires
special tools and access from
underneath the car. The car should
be raised on a service station-type
hydraulic lift for this service. Unless
you have the knowledge and proper
equipment, you should have this
maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Remove the oil filter and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
Honda dealer) is required to
remove the filter.
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4.
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Engine Oil
Maintenance
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WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT OIL FILTER
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Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including filter):
Turn off the engine, let it sit for
several minutes, then check the oil
level. If necessary, add oil to bring
the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick.
Replace the engine oil fill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator light should go out within
five seconds. If it does not, turn off
the engine and reinspect your
work.
Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
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7.
8.
9.
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33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m)
5.1 US qt (4.8
)
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 the MAX line.
Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
The coolant you add should always
be a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze
and 50 percent water. Never add
straight antifreeze or plain water.
If the reserve tank is completely
empty, you should also check the
coolant level in the radiator.
Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
Always use Honda All Season
Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This
coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent
antifreeze and 50 percent water. It
does not require any additional
mixing.
If it is not available, you may use
another major-brand non-silicate
coolant as a temporary replacement.
Make sure it is a high-quality coolant
recommended for aluminum engines.
However, continued use of any non-
Honda coolant can result in
corrosion, causing the cooling
system to malfunction or fail. Have
the cooling system flushed and
refilled with Honda antifreeze/
coolant as soon as possible.
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Cooling System
Maintenance
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RESERVE TANK
MAX MIN
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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The coolant level should be up to
the base of the filler neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Turn the radiator cap counter-
clockwise, without pressing down
on it, until it stops. This relieves
any pressure remaining in the
cooling system.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to halfway between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Put the radiator cap back on.
Tighten it fully.
Pourthecoolantslowlyand
carefully so you do not spill. Clean
up any spills immediately. Spilled
coolant could damage components
in the engine compartment.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your car’s cooling
system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or engine compo-
nents.
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4.
5.
6.
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RADIATOR CAP
RESERVE TANKFill up to here
FILLER NECK
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Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn
the heater temperature control
dial fully clockwise. Turn the
ignition off.
Openthehood.Makesurethe
engine and radiator are cool to the
touch.
Remove the radiator cap.
Loosen the drain plug on the
bottom of the radiator. The
coolant will drain through the
splash guard. Remove the drain
bolt and washer from the engine
block.
Thecoolingsystemshouldbe
completely drained and refilled with
new coolant according to the time
and distance recommendations in
the maintenance schedule. Only use
Honda All season Antifreeze/
Coolant Type 2.
Draining the coolant requires access
to the underside of the car. Unless
you have the tools and knowledge,
you should have this maintenance
done by a skilled mechanic. 1.
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3.
4.
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Cooling System
Maintenance
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DRAIN BOLT
DRAIN PLUG
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Remove the reserve tank from its
holder by pulling it straight up.
Drain the coolant, then put the
tank back in its holder.
When the coolant stops draining,
tightenthedrainplugatthe
bottom of the radiator.
Apply non-hardening sealant to the
drain bolt threads, put a new
washer on the drain bolt, and
reinstall the bolt in the engine
block. Tighten it securely.
Tightening torque:
Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of
the engine, and remove the
bleeder cap near the engine oil fill
cap.
5.
6.
7.
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Maintenance
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RESERVE TANK CAP
HOLDER RESERVE TANK
BLEEDER BOLT
61 lbf·ft (83 N·m , 8.5 kgf·m)
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Fill the reserve tank to the MAX
mark. Install the reserve tank cap.
Install the radiator cap, and
tighten it to the first stop.
Start the engine and let it run until
the radiator fan comes on two
times. Then stop the engine.
Pour Honda All Season
Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into
the radiator up to the base of the
filler neck. This coolant is a
mixture of 50 percent antifreeze
and 50 percent water. Pre-mixing
is not required.
Pour coolant into the radiator up
to the base of the filler neck.
Start the engine and let it run for
about 30 seconds. Then turn off
the engine.
Tighten the bleeder bolt and
reinstall the bleeder cap when
coolant comes out in a steady
stream with no bubbles.
The cooling system capacity is:
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
8.
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Maintenance
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BLEEDER CAP Fill up to here
FILLER NECK
RESERVE TANK
1.72 US gal (6.5 )
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Remove the radiator cap.
Pour coolant into the radiator up
to the base of the filler neck and
into the reserve tank up to the
MAX mark.
Start the engine and hold it at
1,500 rpm until the radiator fan
comes on. Turn off the engine.
Check the coolant level in the
radiator and add coolant if needed.
Install the radiator cap, and
tighten it fully.
If necessary, fill the reserve tank
to the MAX mark. Install the
reserve tank cap.
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16.
17.
18.
19.
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Check the level in the windshield
washer reservoir at least monthly
during normal usage. In bad weather,
when you use the washers often,
check the level every time you stop
for fuel.
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
The windshield washer reservoir is
located in the rear of the engine
compartment on the passenger’s side.
Check the reservoir’s fluid level by
removing the cap and looking at the
level gauge attached to the cap.
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 the blade edges.
Windshield Washers
Maintenance
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RESERVOIR CAP
Do not use engine antifreeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir.
Antif reeze can damage your car’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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The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
Check the fluid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the car 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 Transmis-
sion 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.
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6-speed Manual Transmission Fluid
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CORRECT LEVEL
FILLER BOLT
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Put a new washer on the filler bolt,
then reinstall the filler bolt. Tighten
it securely. Tightening torque:
The differential should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance
recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.Check the fluid level with the
differential at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
differential fluid filler bolt and
washer 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, slowly add fluid
until it starts to run out of the hole.
Use an SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear
oil, API service classified GL5 or
GL6 only, in the differential.
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CORRECT LEVEL
FILLER BOLT
33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m)
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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.
Check the fluid level in the reser-
voirs monthly. There are two reser-
voirs. They are:
Brake fluid reservoir
Clutch fluid reservoir
The brake fluid should be replaced
according to the time recommenda-
tion in the maintenance schedule.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement. However, the use of
any non-Honda brake fluid can cause
corrosion and decrease the life of the
system. Have the brake system
flushed and refilled with Honda
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as
soon as possible.
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your car’s braking
system and can cause extensive
damage.
Brake System
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Maintenance
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MAX
MIN
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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.
Low fluid level can indicate a leak in
the clutch system. Have this system
inspected as soon as possible.
Maintenance
Clutch System
Brake and Clutch Fluid
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To replace it:
Follow the replacement procedure
for removal and reinstallation.
Unsnap the six clamps holding the
air cleaner housing cover.
Remove the air cleaner housing
cover. Disconnect the air intake
duct from the air cleaner element.
Remove the old air cleaner
element.
Carefully clean the inside of the
air cleaner housing with a damp
rag.
The air cleaner element should be
replaced according to the time and
distance recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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CLAMPS
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
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Attach the new air cleaner
element to the duct. Install the
new air cleaner element in the air
cleaner housing. Make sure the
pin on the edge of the element fits
in the hole in the bottom of the
housing.
Reinstall the air cleaner housing
cover, snap the six clamps back
into place.
5.
6.
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The spark plugs in your car are a
special platinum-tipped design for
longer life. They only need to be
replaced every 7 years or 105,000
miles (168,000 km), whichever
comes first.
Clean the hood latch assembly with a
mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a
multipurpose grease. Lubricate all
the moving parts (as shown),
including the pivot. Follow the time
and distance recommendations in
the Maintenance Schedule. If you
are not sure how to clean and grease
the latch, contact your Honda dealer.
Clean off any dirt and oil that have
collected around the ignition coils.
Remove the four hexagon socket
head cap bolts holding the ignition
coil cover.
1.
2.
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PIVOTS
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Put the new spark plug into the
socket, then screw it into the hole.
Screw it in by hand so you do not
crossthread it.
Torque the spark plug. (If you do
not have a torque wrench, tighten
the spark plug two-thirds of a turn
after it contacts the cylinder head.)
Tightening torque:
Remove the bolt holding the
ignition coil and pull the ignition
coil straight up slightly.
Disconnect the ignition coil
connector by pushing the tab and
pulling the connector back.
Pull the ignition coil all the way up.
Remove the spark plug with
a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark
plug socket.
3.
4.
5. 6.
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18 lbf·ft (25 N·m , 2.5 kgf·m)
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Repeat this procedure for the
other three spark plugs.
Install the ignition coil. Reinstall
the bolt.
Reinstall the cover on the cylinder
bank. Reinstall the four hexagon
socket head cap bolts.
Spark Plug Gap:
7.
8.
9.
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Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A
spark plug that is too loose can
overheat and damage the engine.
Overtightening can cause damage to
the threads in the cylinder head.
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Check the battery condition by
looking at the test indicator window
on the battery. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors.
Check the battery terminals for
corrosion (a white or yellowish
powder). To remove it, cover the
terminals with a solution 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 future corrosion.
Check the condition of your car’s
battery monthly. You should check
the color of the test indicator window,
and for corrosion on the terminals.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
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WARNING:
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If the terminals are severely cor-
roded, clean them with baking soda
and water. Then use a wrench to
loosen and remove the cables from
the terminals. Always disconnect the
negative ( ) cable first and recon-
nect it last. Clean the battery termi-
nals with a terminal cleaning tool or
wire brush. Reconnect and tighten
the cables, then coat the terminals
with grease.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damage to the car’s
electrical system.
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Maintenance
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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 your car’s battery is disconnected
or goes dead, the audio system will
disableitself.Thenexttimeyouturn
on the radio you will see ‘‘ ’’ in
the frequency display. Use the
Preset buttons to enter the five-digit
code (see page ).114
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Charging the battery with the cables
connected can seriously damage your
car’s electronic controls. Detach the
battery cables bef ore connecting the
battery to a charger.
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To replace the blade: 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.
Raise the wiper arm off the
windshield.
Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Look for signs of cracking in the
rubber, or areas that are getting
hard. Replace the blades if you find
these signs, or if they leave streaks
and unwiped areas when used.
1.
2.
Wiper Blades
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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 rein-
forcement along the back edge,
remove the metal reinforcement
strips from the old wiper blade and
install them in the slots along the
edge of the new blade.
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.
3. 4.
5.
6.
7.
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Maintenance
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BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
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Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it for at least ten
minutes while you are driving at a
steady speed with the engine at
normal operating temperature. This
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the refrigerant.
If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Refrigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a). (See Specifications on page
.)
Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualified mechanic. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works efficiently.
Periodically check the engine’s
radiator and air conditioning
condenser for leaves, insects, and
dirt stuck to the front surface. These
block the air flow and reduce cooling
efficiency. Use a light spray from a
hose or a soft brush to remove them.
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AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER
Whenever you have the air conditioning
system serviced, make sure the service
f acility uses a ref rigerant recycling
system. This system captures the
ref rigerant f or reuse. Releasing
ref rigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
The condenser and radiator f ins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or sof t-bristle brush to clean them.
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Open the hood. Unclip the
windshield base by pulling it up.
Put the pins on the windshield
base into their mating holes on the
support, and push the base down
until the pins snap in.
Remove the old filter. Put a new
filter in the holder and push it in
until it locks.
The dust and pollen filter is located
in the engine compartment on the
passenger’s side near the base of the
windshield.
Push the tab on the dust and
pollen filter to unlock it from the
holder.
This filter should be replaced 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 from industry and
diesel-powered vehicles. Replace it
more often if air flow from the
climate control system becomes less
than usual. Have the dust and pollen
filter replaced by your Honda dealer.
The dust and pollen filter removes
pollen and dust from the outside air,
The heating and cooling system
brings air into the interior. It should
be replaced according to the time
and distance recommendations in
the maintenance schedule.
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2.
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Replacement
Dust and Pollen Filter
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You should check the condition of
the drive belt every 2 years. Examine
the edges of belt for cracks or
fraying.
An auto-tensioner adjusts the tension
of the drive belt. The pointer on the
auto-tensioner should be within the
recessed area of the indicator. If the
pointer is not within the recessed
area, contact your Honda dealer.
Maintenance
Drive Belt
Auto-tensioner
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INDICATOR
AUTO-TENSIONER
POINTER
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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 car
ride more harshly, are more prone to
damage from road hazards, and wear
unevenly.
To safely operate your car, your tires
must be the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread,
and correctly inflated. The following
pages give more detailed information
on how and when to check air
pressure, how to inspect your tires
for damage and wear, and what to do
when your tires need to be replaced.
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.
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Tires
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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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Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure at least once a month. Even
tires that are in good condition may
lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1
to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month.
Remember to check the spare tire at
thesametimeyoucheckallthe
other tires.
Front:
Rear:
Check the pressure in the tires when
they are cold. This means the car
has been parked for at least three
hours. If you have to drive the car
before checking the tire pressure,
the tires can still be considered
‘‘cold’’ if you drive less than 1 mile
(1.6 km).
If you check the pressure when the
tires are hot [the car has been driven
several miles (kilometers)], you will
see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa,
0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than the
cold reading. This is normal. Do not
let air out to match the specified cold
pressure. The tire will be
underinflated.
Thecompactsparetirepressureis:
Youshouldgetyourowntire
pressure gauge and use it 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.
The following chart shows the
recommended cold tire pressures for
most normal driving conditions and
speeds. Tire pressures for high
speed driving are the same as for
normal driving.
Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressuresonthispage.
For convenience, the recommended
tire sizes and cold air pressures are
on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
For additional technical information
about your tires, see page .252
Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
Tire Size
Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
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60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
205/55R16 89W 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2
kgf/cm
)
225/50R16 92W 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2
kgf/cm
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Tubeless tires have some ability to
self-seal if they are punctured.
However, because leakage is often
very slow, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
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.
Your car’s tires have wear indicators
molded into the tread. When the
tread wears down to that point, you
will see a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide
band running across the tread. This
shows there is less than 1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. A
tire that is this worn gives very little
traction on wet roads. You should
replace the tire if you can see the
tread wear indicator in three or more
places around the tire.
Inspection
Tires
Maintenance
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS
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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.
The tires were properly balanced by
the factory. They may need to be
rebalanced at some time before they
are worn out. Have your dealer
check the tires if you feel a consis-
tent vibration while driving. A tire
should always be rebalanced if it is
removed from the wheel for repair.
Make sure the installer balances the
wheels when you have new tires
installed. This increases riding
comfort and tire life. Your car’s
original tires were dynamic or ‘‘spin’’
balanced at the factory. For best
results, have the installer perform a
dynamic balance.
You should not rotate your Honda’s
tires. The front and rear tires are
different sizes, so they cannot be
rotated front-to-rear. The original-
equipment tires on your Honda have
a unidirectional tread pattern, so
they cannot be rotated side-to-side.
The tires that came on your car were
designed and constructed to provide
superior grip during acceleration,
braking, and cornering. As a trade-
off, they will wear more rapidly than
tiresusedonordinarypassenger
cars. Because of the car’s weight
distribution, and the fact that they
are the driving wheels, you may
expect the rear tires to wear more
rapidly than the front tires.
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Tire Wear
Tires
Maintenance
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Improper wheel weights can damage
your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use
only genuine Honda wheel weights f or
balancing.
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The tires that came with your car
were selected to match the perform-
ance capabilities of the car while
providing the best combination of
handling, ride comfort, and long life.
Youshouldreplacethemwithradial
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 car can reduce
its braking ability, traction, and
steering accuracy. It is best to replace all four tires at
thesametime.Ifthatisnotpossible
or necessary, then replace the two
front tires or the two rear tires as a
pair. Replacing just one tire can
seriously affect your car’s handling.
You should carefully inspect your
car’s tires for wear, damage, and
proper inflation every 7,500 miles
(12,000 km) (see page ).189
Replacing Tires and Wheels
Tires
Maintenance
193
Installing improper tires on your
car 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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＋Wheels:
Front:
Rear:
Tires:
Front:
Rear:
TheABSworksbycomparingthe
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the car. Tire size and
construction can affect wheel speed
and may cause the system to work in-
consistently.
If you ever need to replace a wheel,
make sure the wheel’s specifications
match those of the original wheel
that came on your car. Replacement
wheels are available at your Honda
dealer.
See page for information about
DOT Tire Quality Grading.
Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ on the
sidewall have an all-weather tread
design. They should be suitable for
most winter driving conditions. Tires
without these markings are designed
for optimum traction in dry
conditions. They may not provide
adequate performance in winter
driving.
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.
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16x71/2JJ
16x61/2JJ
205/55R16 89W
225/50R16 92W
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If you mount snow tires on your
Honda, make sure they are radial
tires of the same size and load range
as the original tires. Mount snow
tiresonallfourwheelstobalance
your vehicle’s handling in all weather
conditions. Keep in mind the traction
provided by snow tires on dry roads
may not be as high as your vehicle’s
original equipment tires. You should
drive cautiously even when the roads
areclear.Checkwiththetiredealer
for maximum speed recommenda-
tions.
Because your Honda has limited tire
clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’
cable-type traction devices on the
rear tires. Use traction devices only
when required by driving conditions
or local laws. Make sure they are the
correct size for your tires.
Metal link-type ‘‘chains’’ should not
be used. No matter how tight they
seem to be installed, they can come
into contact with the body and
suspension, causing serious damage.
When installing cables, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and
mount them as tightly as you can.
Drive slowly with them installed. If
youhearthemcomingincontact
with the body or chassis, stop and
investigate. Make sure the cables are
installed tightly, and that they are
not contacting the brake lines or
suspension. Remove them as soon as
you begin driving on cleared roads.
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Cables that are the wrong size or
improperly installed can damage your
car’s brake lines, suspension, body, and
wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting
any part of the car.
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Check the operation of your car’s
exterior lights at least once a month.
A burned out bulb can create an
unsafe condition by reducing your
car’s visibility and the ability to
signal your intentions to other
drivers.
Maintenance
Lights
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SIDE TURN SIGNAL LIGHT
TURN SIGNAL
FRONT PARKING AND
SIDE MARKER LIGHT
LOW BEAM
HEADLIGHT
HIGH BEAM
HEADLIGHT
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Check the following:
Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
Turn signals
Back-up lights
Hazard light function
License plate light
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian cars)
If you find any bulbs are burned out,
replace them as soon as possible.
Refer to the chart on page to
determine what type of replacement
bulb is needed.
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TURN SIGNAL LIGHT
SIDE MARKER LIGHT
STOP/TAILLIGHT
BACK-UP LIGHT
LICENSE PLATE LIGHT
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Halogen bulbs are used for the high
beam headlight bulbs. When
replacing a high beam headlight bulb,
handle it by its base and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
The low beam headlight bulbs are a
type of high voltage discharge tube.
High voltage can remain in the
circuit even with the light switch off
and the key removed. Because of
this, you should not attempt to
examine or change a low beam
headlight bulb yourself. If a low
beam headlight bulb fails, take the
cartoyourdealertohaveitreplaced.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your car was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustment of the headlights should
be performed by a Honda technician
or other qualified mechanic.
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Replacing a Headlight BulbHeadlight Aiming
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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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Open the hood.
Remove the electrical connector
from the bulb by squeezing the
connector to unlock the tab, then
slide the connector off the bulb.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.If you need to change the high
beam headlight bulb on the left
side, remove the coolant reserve
tank from its holder by pulling it
straight up.
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire from its slot. Pivot it out of
the way and remove the bulb
socket.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘TOP.’’
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Make sure
the bulb is installed correctly by
looking through the headlight lens.
The pins on the base of the bulb
should fit in the holes in the
headlight assembly. Pivot the hold-
down wire back in place and clip
the end into the slot.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.
Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb. Turn on the
headlights to test the new bulb.
(Left side)
Reinstall the radiator reserve tank.
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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.
Pull the inner fender cover back.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the three holding clips
from the inner fender.
Put the inner fender cover in place.
Install the three holding clips.
Lock each clip in place by pushing
on the center.
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2.
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8.
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Replacing Front Turn Signal and
Side Marker Light Bulbs
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Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Put the bulb holder back into its
hole in the lens, and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Use a small flat blade screwdriver
to pry carefully on the back edge
of the side turn signal assembly
until it pops out of the body.
Put the side turn signal assembly
back into the body, front first.
Push on the back edge until it
snaps into place.
Turn the bulb holder one-quarter
turn counterclockwise to remove it
from the lens.
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2.
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Maintenance
Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb
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Open the trunk. Determine which of the four bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillight, back-
up light, turn signal, or side
marker.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Remove the fasteners from the
trunk lining. To remove a fastener,
push on the center of the head
until it pops in. Then pull it out.
Pull the lining back.
Remove the burned out bulb. To
remove the stop/taillight, back-up
or side marker light bulb, pull the
bulb straight out of its socket. To
remove the turn signal light bulb,
push it in and turn it
counterclockwise until it unlocks.
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2.
3.
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6.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs
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Install the new bulb in the socket.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Push the socket into the light
assembly and turn it clockwise
until it locks.
Install the trunk lining and secure
it with the fasteners. To reinstall a
fastener, reset the fastener by
pushing on the pointed end until it
pops back almost flush with the
fingers on the housing. Put the
fastener in the hole of the trunk
lining and push on the center until
it locks (the center is flush with
the head).
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Insert a flat-tipped screwdriver
between the left edge of the lens
and the housing. The lens will
come down.
Put the lens back into the light
assembly, right side first. Push on
the left edge until it snaps into
place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in the socket.
1. 2.
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4.
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Maintenance
Replacing a Rear License Plate
Bulb
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Open the trunk. Pull down the
trunk light cover.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.
Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs.
Push the cover back in place.
Removethelensbycarefully
prying on the front edge of the
lens near both sides.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.
Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs. Snap the lens back in place.
1. 2.
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2.
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Maintenance
Replacing the Trunk Light BulbReplacing an Interior Light Bulb
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Block the rear wheels.
Disconnect the battery.
If possible, run the engine for a
while periodically (preferably once
amonth).
Support the front wiper blade
arms with a folded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals.
Fill the fuel tank.
Change the engine oil and filter
(see page ).
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
If you need to park your car 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 car back on the road. If
possible, store your car indoors.
If the car 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 car is being stored indoors).
Coverthecarwitha‘‘breathable’’
cover, one made from a porous
material such as cotton.
Nonporous materials, such as
plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If you store your car for 12 months
or longer, have your Honda dealer
perform the inspections called for in
the 24 months/30,000 miles (48,000
km) maintenance schedule as soon
as you take it out of storage (see
page ). The replacements called
for in the maintenance schedule are
not needed unless the car has
actually reached that time or mileage.
Raise the convertible top cover.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse.
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Regular cleaning and polishing of
your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’
looking. This section gives you hints
on how to clean your car and
preserve its appearance: the paint,
brightwork, wheels and interior. Also
included are several things you can
do to help prevent corrosion.
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.....................................Washing . 208
.......................................Waxing . 209
....................Aluminum Wheels . 210
..........................Paint Touch-up . 210
..................................Interior Care . 211
...................................Carpeting . 211
.................................Floor Mats . 211
.........................................Fabric . 212
...........................................Vinyl . 212
.......................................Leather . 212
...................................Seat Belts . 212
....................................Windows . 213
..........................Air Fresheners . 213
....................Corrosion Protection . 213
.................................Body Repairs . 215
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Fill a bucket with cool water. Mix
in a mild detergent, such as
dishwashing liquid or a product
made especially for car washing.
Rinse the car thoroughly with cool
water to remove loose dirt.
Frequent washing helps preserve
your car’s beauty. Dirt and grit can
scratch the paint, while tree sap and
bird droppings can permanently ruin
the finish.
Wash your car in a shady area, not in
direct sunlight. If the car is parked in
the sun, move it into the shade and
let the exterior cool down before you
start.
Only use the solvents and cleaners
recommendedinthisOwner’s
Manual.
Check the body for road tar, tree
sap, etc. Remove these stains with
tar remover or turpentine. Rinse it
off immediately so it does not
harm the finish. Remember to re-
wax these areas, even if the rest of
the car does not need waxing.
Do not use harsh chemicals to
remove stains from the
convertible top or rear window.
Use a mild detergent/water
solution with a soft-bristle brush
on the top, and with a soft cloth on
the rear window.
When you have washed and rinsed
the whole exterior, dry it with a
chamois or soft towel. Letting it
air-dry will cause dulling and water
spots.
Make sure the top is completely
drybeforeyoufoldit.
As you dry the car, inspect it for
chips and scratches that could allow
corrosion to start. Repair them with
touch-up paint (see page ).
Wash the car, using the water and
neutral detergent solution and
sponge or soft cloth. Start at a top
and work your way down. Rinse
frequently.
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Chemical solvents and strong cleaners
can damage the paint, metal, and
plastic on your car.
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Cleaning tar, insects, etc. with
removers also takes off the wax.
Remember to re-wax those areas,
even if the rest of the car does not
need waxing.
Always wash and dry the whole car
before waxing it. You should wax
your car, including the metal trim,
whenever water sits on the surface
in large patches. It should form into
beads or droplets after waxing.
You should use a quality liquid or
paste wax. Apply it according to the
instructions on the container. In
general, there are two types of
products:
Waxes A wax coats the finish and
protects it from damage by exposure
to sunlight, air pollution, etc. You
should use a wax on your Honda
when it is new.
Polishes Polishes and cleaner/
waxescanrestoretheshinetopaint
that has oxidized and lost some of its
shine. They normally contain mild
abrasives and solvents that remove
the top layer of the finish. You
should use a polish on your Honda if
the finish does not have its original
shine after using a wax.
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The wheels have a protective clear-
coat that keeps the aluminum from
corroding and tarnishing. Using
harsh chemicals, including some
commercial wheel cleaners, or stiff
brushes can damage this clear-coat.
Only use a mild detergent and soft
brush or sponge to clean the wheels.
Inspect your car frequently for chips
or scratches in the paint. Repair
them right away to prevent corrosion
of the metal underneath. Use the
touch-up paint only on small chips
and scratches. More extensive paint
damage should be repaired by a
professional.
Your dealer has touch-up paint to
match your car’s color. The color
code is printed on a sticker on the
driver’s doorjamb. Take this code to
your dealer so you are sure to get
the correct color.
Clean your Honda’s aluminum alloy
wheels as you do the rest of the
exterior.Washthemwiththesame
solution, and rinse them thoroughly.
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Vacuum the carpeting frequently to
remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make
the carpet wear out faster.
Periodically shampoo the carpet to
keep it looking new. Use one of the
foam-type carpet cleaners on the
market. Follow the instructions that
come with the cleaner, applying it
with a sponge or soft brush. Keep
the carpeting as dry as possible by
not adding water to the foam.
The Honda driver’s floor mat that
came with your car was designed to
be hooked over the floor mat anchor.
This keeps the floor mat from sliding
forward and possibly interfering with
the pedals.
If you remove the floor mat, make
sure to re-anchor it when you put it
back in your car.
If you replace it, use a genuine
Honda floor mat that is designed to
be used with the floor mat anchors in
your car.
If you use a non-Honda floor mat in
the driver’s footwell, make sure it
fits properly and that it can be used
with the floor mat anchor.
Do not put additional floor mats on
top of the anchored mat, otherwise
the additional mats may slide
forward and interfere with the pedals.
Carpeting Floor Mats
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Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum
cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft
cloth dampened in a solution of mild
soap and water. Use the same
solution with a soft-bristle brush on
more difficult spots. You can also use
commercially-available spray or
foam-type vinyl cleaners.
Vacuum dirt and dust from the
leather frequently. Pay particular
attention to the pleats and seams.
Clean the leather with a soft cloth
dampened with clear water, then
buff it with a clean, dry cloth. If
further cleaning is needed, use a
soap specifically for leather, such as
saddle soap. Apply this soap with a
damp,softcloth.Wipedownand
buff as described above.
Vacuum dirt and dust out of the
material frequently. For general
cleaning, use a solution of mild soap
and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
To clean off stubborn spots, use a
commercially-available fabric cleaner.
Test it on a hidden area of the fabric
first, to make sure it does not bleach
or stain the fabric. Follow the
instructions that come with the
cleaner.
If your seat belts get dirty, you can
use a soft brush with a mixture of
mild soap and warm water to clean
them. Do not use bleach, dye, or
cleaning solvents. They can weaken
the belt material. Let the belts air-
drybeforeyouusethecar.
Vinyl
Leather
Fabric Seat Belts
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Clean the windows, inside and out,
with a commercially-available glass
cleaner. You can also use a mixture
of one part white vinegar to ten parts
water. This will remove the haze that
builds up on the inside of the
windows. Use a soft cloth or paper
towels to clean all glass and clear
plastic surfaces. If you use a liquid air freshener,
make sure you fasten it securely so it
does not spill as you drive.
Two factors normally contribute to
causing corrosion in your car:
Moisture trapped in body cavities.
Dirtandroadsaltthatcollectsin
hollows on the underside of the
car stays damp, promoting
corrosion in that area.
Removal of paint and protective
coatings from the exterior and
underside of the car.
If you want to use an air freshener/
deodorizer in the interior of your car,
it is best to use a solid type. Some
liquid air fresheners contain chemi-
cals that may cause parts of the
interior trim and fabric to crack or
discolor.
If you get any glass cleaner on the
convertible top, immediately spray
the area with water, and dry it with a
soft cloth.
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The rear window def ogger is bonded to
the inside of the glass. Wiping
vigorously up-and-down can dislodge
and break these wires. When cleaning
therearwindow,usegentlepressure
and wipe side-to-side.
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Repair chips and scratches in the
paint as soon as you discover them.
Inspect and clean out the drain
holes in the bottom of the doors
and body.
Check the floor coverings for
dampness. Carpeting and floor
mats may remain damp for a long
time, especially in winter. This
dampness can eventually cause
the floor panels to corrode.
Use a high-pressure spray to clean
the underside of your car. This is
especially important in areas that
useroadsaltinwinter.Itisalsoa
good idea in humid climates and
areas subject to salt air. Be careful
of the ABS wheel sensors and
wiring at each wheel.
Have the corrosion-preventive
coatings on the underside of your
car inspected and repaired
periodically.
Many corrosion-preventive measures
are built into your Honda. You can
help keep your car from corroding
by performing some simple periodic
maintenance:
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Body repairs can affect your car’s
resistance to corrosion. If your car
needs repairs after a collision, pay
close attention to the parts used in
the repair and the quality of the
work.
Make sure the repair facility uses
genuine Honda replacement body
parts. Some companies make sheet
metal pieces that seem to duplicate
the original Honda body parts, but
are actually inferior in fit, finish, and
corrosion resistance. Once installed,
they do not give the same high-
quality appearance.
When reporting your collision to the
insurance company, tell them you
want genuine Honda parts used in
the repair. Although most insurers
recognize the quality of original
parts, some may try to specify that
the repairs be done with other
available parts. You should investi-
gate this before any repairs have
begun.
Takeyourcartoyourauthorized
Honda dealer for inspection after the
repairs are completed. Your dealer
can make sure that quality materials
were used, and that corrosion-
preventive coatings were applied to
all repaired and replaced parts.
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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 car towed.
......................Compact Spare Tire . 218
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 219
..........If Your Engine Won’t Start . 224
Nothing Happens or the
Starter Motor Operates
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The Starter Operates
................................Normally . 225
................................Jump Starting . 226
............If Your Engine Overheats . 229
.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 232
..........Charging System Indicator . 233
.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 234
...............Brake System Indicator . 236
.......Closing the Convertible Top . 237
..............................................Fuses . 238
..........Checking and Replacing . 239
.................If Your Car Gets Stuck . 243
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Follow these precautions whenever
you are using the compact spare tire:
Thecompactsparetirehasashorter
tread life than a regular tire. Replace
it when you can see the tread wear
indicator bars. The replacement
should be the same size and design
tire, mounted on the same wheel.
Thecompactsparetireisnot
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the compact wheel is not
designed for mounting a regular tire.
Check the inflation pressure of the
compact spare tire every time you
check the other tires. It should be
inflated to:
Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
under any circumstances.
This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road sur-
faces than the regular tire. Use
greater caution while driving on
this tire.
Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare.
Your car has a compact spare tire
that takes up less space. Use this
sparetireasatemporaryreplace-
ment only. Get your regular tire
repaired or replaced and put it back
on your car as soon as you can.
The wheel of the compact spare
tire is designed especially to fit
your car. Do not use your 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.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder
of a busy road is dangerous. Drive
slowly along the shoulder until you
gettoanexitoranareatostopthat
is far away from the traffic lanes.
Open the trunk. Lift up the tool
box lid and take the jack, wheel
wrench, and extension out of the
tool box.
Thesizedifferencemayalsocause
damage to the rear differential, so do
not mount the compact spare on the
rear. If either rear tire goes flat,
remove the front tire on that same
side, mount the compact spare tire
on the front, then mount the front
tire on the rear.
Park the car on firm, level, non-
slippery ground away from traffic.
Put the transmission in Reverse.
Apply the parking brake.
Turn on the hazard warning lights
and turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0). Have your passenger
get out of the car while you
change the tire.
Thecompactsparetireissmaller
than a standard tire, which will affect
the vehicle’s handling. Drive
cautiously when this spare is
mounted on your vehicle.
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TOOL BOX LID
JACK
The car can easily roll off the
jack, seriously injuring anyone
underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the car when it
is supported only by the jack.
Use the jack that came with your car. If
you try to raise another car with this
jack or use another jack to raise your
car, the car or jack can be damaged.
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Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of the spare tire
shelf.
Remove the three clips holding
the spare tire cover by pulling
straight up on the rings. Remove
the spare tire cover.
Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2
turn with the wheel wrench.
Locate the jacking point nearest
thetireyouneedtochange.Itis
pointed to by an arrow molded into
the underside of the body. 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 resting in the
jack notch.
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6.
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Use the extension and wheel
wrench as shown to raise the car
until the flat tire is off the ground.
Remove the wheel nuts and flat
tire. Temporarily place the flat tire
on the ground with the outside
surface of the wheel facing up.
Placing the wheel face down could
mar its finish.
Before mounting the spare tire,
wipe any dirt off the mounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully;itmaybehotfrom
driving.
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Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel wrench
until the wheel is firmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them fully.
Lower the car 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:
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80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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Remove the tool box from the
trunk well and replace the jack,
wheel wrench and extension in the
tool box.
Place the tool box into the spare
tire shelf in the trunk.
Replacethesparetirecover.
Secure it with the three clips. Push
each clip down securely, and pivot
theringdownflat.
Put the flat tire in the trunk well
vertically as shown.
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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.
Your car has the Immobilizer
System. You should use a
properly-coded master or valet key
to start the engine (see page ).
A key that is not properly coded
will cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the dash panel to blink
rapidly.
Check these things:
Diagnosing why your engine won’t
start falls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you press
the ENGINE START button.
When you press the ENGINE
START button, 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 ON (II).
Turn on the headlights and check
their brightness. If the headlights
are very dim or don’t light at all,
the battery is discharged. See
on page .
Press the ENGINE START button,
then release it. If the headlights do
not dim, check the condition of the
fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is
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 .)
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There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page ).
Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See
on page .
Do you have fuel? Turn the
ignition switch to ON (II) for a
minute and watch the fuel gauge.
The low fuel level warning light
may not be working, so you were
not reminded to fill the tank.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
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 connections
(see page ). You can then try
jump starting the car from a booster
battery (see page ).
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you press the
ENGINE START button, but the
engine does not run.
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Open the hood and check the
physical condition of the battery
(see page ). In very cold
weather, check the condition of
the electrolyte. If it seems slushy
or like ice, do not try jump starting
until it thaws.
If your car’s battery has run down,
you may be able to start the engine
by using a booster battery. Although
this seems like a simple procedure,
you should take several precautions.
To jump start your car, follow these
directions closely:
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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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Connect the second jumper cable
to the negative ( ) terminal on
the booster battery. Connect the
other end to the metal projection
near the intake manifold as shown
in the illustration. Do not connect
this jumper cable to any other part
of the engine.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
Honda’s battery. Connect the
other end to the positive ( )
terminal on the booster battery.
Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc. Put the transmission in
Neutral and set the parking brake.
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Start your car. If the starter motor
still operates slowly, check the
jumper cable connections to make
sure they have good metal-to-
metal contact.
Once your car is running, discon-
nectthenegativecablefromyour
car, then from the booster battery.
Disconnect the positive cable from
your car, then the booster battery.
Keep the ends of the jumper
cables away from each other and
any metal on the car until all are
disconnected. Otherwise, you may
cause an electrical short.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
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6.
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BATTERY
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If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn off the engine.
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
(climbing a long, steep hill on a
hot day with the A/C running, for
example), the engine should start
to cool down almost immediately.
If it does, wait until the tempera-
ture gauge comes down to the mid-
point then continue driving.
Your car can overheat for several
reasons, such as lack of coolant or a
mechanical problem. 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 car or
engine cover. In either case, you
should take immediate action.
The reading on your car’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange under most conditions.
Itmaygohigherifyouaredrivingup
a long steep hill on a very hot day. If
it climbs to the red mark, you should
determine the reason.
Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral
and set the parking brake. Turn
off the heating and cooling system
andallotheraccessories.Turnon
the hazard warning indicators.
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.
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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.
Driving with the temperature gauge
reading 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 don’t find an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank (see page
). If the level is below the
MIN mark, add coolant to halfway
between the MIN and MAX marks.
Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. This
releases any remaining pressure in
the cooling system. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap and turn it until it comes
off.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may also have to
add coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the reading
reaches the middle of the
temperature gauge, or lower,
before checking the radiator.
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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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Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum. 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.
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.
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This indicator should light when the
ignition switch is ON (II), and go out
after the engine starts. It should
never come on when the engine is
running. If it starts flashing, it
indicates that the oil pressure
dropped very low for a moment, then
recovered. If the indicator stays on
with the engine running, it shows
that the engine has lost oil pressure
and serious engine damage is
possible. In either case, you should
take immediate action.
Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If the light
does not go out within ten seconds,
turn off the engine. There is a
mechanical problem that needs to
be repaired before you can
continue driving. (See
on page .)
Safely pull off the road and shut
off the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Letthecarsitforaminute.Open
the hood and check the oil level
(see page ). Although oil level
and oil pressure are not directly
connected, an engine that is very
low on oil can lose pressure during
cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
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LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can safely get
the car stopped.
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This indicator should come on when
the ignition switch is ON (II), and go
out after the engine starts. If it
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, it indicates that the
charging system has stopped
charging the battery.
By eliminating as much of the
electrical load as possible, you can
drive several miles (kilometers)
before the battery is too discharged
to keep the engine running. Drive to
a service station or garage where
you can get technical assistance.
Immediately turn off all electrical
accessories:radio,heater,A/C,
cruise control, etc. Try not to use
other electrically-operated controls
such as the power windows. Keep
the engine running and take extra
care not to stall it. Starting the
engine will discharge the battery
rapidly.
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This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch ON (II). If it comes on at any
other time, it indicates one of the
engine’s emissions control systems
may have a problem. Even though
you may feel no difference in your
car’s performance, it can reduce
your fuel economy and cause your
car to put out excessive emissions.
Continued operation may cause
serious damage.
If you have recently refueled your
car, the cause of this indicator
coming on could be a loose or
missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap
and tighten it until it clicks several
times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is
missing. Tightening the cap will not
make the indicator turn off
immediately; it takes three driving
trips.
If the indicator remains on past three
driving trips, or the fuel cap was not
loose or missing, have the car
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible. Drive moderately until the
dealer has inspected the problem.
Avoid full-throttle acceleration and
driving at high speed.
Youshouldalsohavethedealer
inspect your car if this indicator
comes on repeatedly, even though it
may turn off as you continue driving.
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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
If you keep driving with the
malf unction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your car’s emissions controls
and engine. Those repairs may not be
covered by your car’s warranties.
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Your car 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.
If your car’s battery has been
disconnected or gone dead, these
codes are erased. It takes several
days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
If possible, do not take your car for a
state emissions test until the
readiness codes are set. See State
Emissions Testing on pages and
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If it comes on at any other time, it
indicates a problem with the car’s
brake system. In most cases, the
problem is a low fluid level in the
brake fluid reservoir. Press lightly on
the brake pedal to see if it feels
normal. If it does, check the brake
fluid level the next time you stop at a
service station (see page ). If the
fluid level is low, take the car to your
dealer and have the brake system
inspected for leaks or worn brake
pads.
However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. Because of the
brake system’s dual-circuit design, a
problem in one part of the system
will still give you braking at two
wheels. You will feel the brake pedal
go down much farther before the car
begins to slow down, and you will
have to press harder on the pedal.
The distance needed to stop will be
much longer.
The Brake System Indicator
normallycomesonwhenyouturn
the ignition switch ON (II). It is a
reminder to check the parking brake.
It comes on and stays lit if you do not
fully release the parking brake.
Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the
longer distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the car. You
should have it towed, and repaired as
soon as possible. (See
on page .)
If you must drive the car a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and cautiously.
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Holding each corner of the
convertible top, raise the top and
push it forward as far as it will go.
Follow steps 5 through 7 of the
closing procedure on page .
If the electric motor will not close
the convertible top, do the following.
Check the fuse for the convertible
top motor (see page ). If the
fuse is blown, replace it with one
ofthesameorlowerrating.
Try closing the convertible top. If
the new fuse blows immediately or
the convertible top still does not
operate, you can close the
convertible top manually.
Locate the electrical connector for
the convertible top motor.
It is under the lower corner of the
dashboard on the passenger’s side.
Disconnect the connector by
pushing the tab and pulling the
connector down.
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The interior fuse box is underneath
the dashboard on the driver’s side.
There are two under-hood fuse
boxes in the engine compartment.
Themainfuseboxislocatedonthe
passenger’s side near the battery. To
open it, push the two tabs as shown.
All the electrical circuits in your car
have fuses to protect them from a
short circuit or overload. These
fuses are located in three fuse boxes.
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The auxiliary fuse box is located on
thedriver’ssidenearthebrakefluid
reservoir. To open it, push the tab on
each side and remove the lid.
If something electrical in your car
stops working, the first thing you
should check for is a blown fuse.
Determine from the chart on pages
and , or the diagram on the
fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses
control that component. Check those
fuses first, but check all the fuses
before deciding that a blown fuse is
not the cause. Replace any blown
fuses and check the component’s
operation.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0). Make sure the headlights and
all other accessories are off.
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. Removing these fuses
requires a Phillips-head screw-
driver.
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Look for a burned wire inside the
fuse. If it is burned, replace it with
oneofthesparefusesofthesame
rating or lower.
Check the smaller fuses by pulling
out the fuse with the fuse puller
provided in the interior fuse box.
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.
If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem in your car.
Leave the blown fuse in that
circuit and have your car checked
by a qualified mechanic.
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FUSE PULLER
BLOWN
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 replace-
ment f use with the proper rating f or the
circuit, install one with a lower rating.
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10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
20 A
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
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10
11
12
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Daytime Running Lights
Keyless Entry
Back-up
Interior Light
Small Lights
Radio
Starter Signal
Heater Control,
Cooling Fan Relay
Power Mirrors
Right Power Window
Left Power Window
Not used
Not used
Not used
Windshield Wiper,
Auto Stop Signal
Washer Motor
Not used
Not used
Accessory Socket
Windshield Wiper
Turn signal Light
ACG
Instrument Light, Back-up
Lights
Ignition Coil
Engine Start
Fuel Pump, SRS
SRS
: Canadian Model
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Circuits ProtectedAmps.
Amps.
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
40 A
20 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
20 A
1
2
3
4
5
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15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Magnetic Clutch Relay
Right Headlight
ACG S
Hazard Warning Lights
Cooling Fan
Not used
Stop
Left Headlight
ABS F/S
ABS Motor
Battery
IG1 Main
Lighting 1 Relay
Lighting 2 Relay
Horn Relay
Power Window Motor
Right Roof Motor
Not used
Back Up ACC
Left Roof Motor
Heater Motor
Condenser Fan
Not used
Condenser Fan Relay
Cooling Fan Relay
Rear Window Defogger
Not used
Not used
EPS
Air Pump
20 A
70 A
60 A
20 A
15 A
10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
30 A
100 A
40 A
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(AUXILIARY FUSE BOX)
UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES
(MAIN FUSE BOX)
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For very short distances, such as
freeing the car, you can use the
detachable towing hook that mounts
on the anchors in the front and rear
bumpers.
Remove the cover from the
bumper.
To use the towing hook:
Remove the towing hook, hook
extension, and wheel wrench from
the tool box.
Using the wheel wrench, fasten
the extension into the bolt hole in
the anchor.
If your car gets stuck in sand, mud,
or snow, call a towing service to pull
it out (see page ).
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Screw the towing hook into the
extension and tighten it securely
by hand.
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To avoid damage to your car, use the
towing hook f or straight, f lat ground
towing only. Do not tow at an angle.
The tow hook should not be used to tow
the vehicle onto a flat bed. Do not use
it as a tie down.
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professional towing service or, if you
belong to one, an organization that
provides roadside assistance. Never
tow your car behind another vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
There are three popular types of
professional towing equipment.
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. Because
the S2000 sits so low, the body could
come in contact with the ground and
be damaged.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
When you contact the towing agency,
inform them that you have an S2000
and that a flat-bed is required.
Wheel Lift EquipmentFlat-bed Equipment
This method of
towing is unacceptable.
This is the only way your
S2000 should be transported.
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− The tow
truck uses metal cables with hooks
on the ends. These hooks go around
parts of the frame or suspension and
the cables lift that end of the car off
the ground. Your car’s suspension
and body can be seriously damaged.
Sling-type Equipment
This method of towing is
unacceptable.
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Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your Honda, 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 . 248
................................Specifications . 250
DOT Tire Quality Grading
......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 252
.................................Treadwear . 252
......................................Traction . 252
.............................Temperature . 253
...........................Tire Information . 254
.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 255
......Driving in Foreign Countries . 256
.......................Emissions Controls . 257
.....................The Clean Air Act . 257
Crankcase Emissions Control
....................................System . 257
Evaporative Emissions Control
....................................System . 257
...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 258
....................PGM-FI System . 258
Ignition Timing Control
................................System . 258
Secondary Air Injection
................................System . 258
Three Way Catalytic
...........................Converter . 258
....................Replacement Parts . 258
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 259
..............State Emissions Testing . 260
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Your car has several identifying
numbers located in various places.
The Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
Honda dealer uses to register your
car for warranty purposes. It is also
necessary for licensing and insuring
your car. The easiest place to find
the VIN is on a plate fastened to the
top of the dashboard. You can see it
by looking through the windshield
on the driver’s side. It is also on 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.
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Engine
Dimensions
Weights
Capacities
162.0 in (4,115 mm)
68.9 in (1,750 mm)
50.6 in (1,285 mm)
94.5 in (2,400 mm)
57.9 in (1,470 mm)
59.4 in (1,510 mm)
13.2 US gal (50
)
Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC
VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
121.8 cu-in (1,997 cm )
11.0 : 1
1.72 US gal (6.5 )
2.01 US gal (7.6 )
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Fuel tank
Engine coolant
Engine oil
Manual
transmission
fluid
Differential
oil
Windshield
washer
reservoir
5.1 US qt (4.8 )
4.8 US qt (4.5 )
5.9 US qt (5.6 )
1.6 US qt (1.5 )
1.7 US qt (1.6 )
0.78 US qt (0.74
)
0.81 US qt (0.77
)
2.7 US qt (2.6 )
4.4 US qt (4.2
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
0.16 US gal (0.6 )
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.
3.43 x 3.31 in (87.0 x 84.0 mm)
See the spark plug maintenance
section, page 180 .
Front
Rear
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Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
U.S. Cars
Canadian Cars
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Battery
Alignment
Fuses
Air conditioning
Lights
55 W12 V 12 V 36 AH/5 HR
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.24 in (6.0 mm)
0°30’
6°
205/55R16 89W
225/50R16 92W
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Size
Pressure
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )
Capacity
Toe
Camber
Caster
Under-hood
Interior
T125/70D16 96M
1°30’
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type SP-10
19.4 21.2 oz (550 600 g)
HFC-134a (R-134a)
12 V 5 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 5 W
12 V 21 W/5 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 21 W
12 V 55 W(H1)
35 W
12 V 5 W
12 V
Headlights
Daytime running lights
Front turn signal lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Side marker lights
Back-up lights
License plate light
Interior light
Trunk light
Side turn signal lights
See page 242 or the fuse box
cover.
See page 241 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
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Rear
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Rear
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Rear
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Rear
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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 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:
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.
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
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− 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.
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 car
tires must meet under the Federal
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No.
109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the
laboratory test wheel than the
minimum required by law.
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a number of markings. Those you
should be aware of are described
below.
Whenever tires are replaced, they
should be replaced with tires of the
same size. Following is an example
tire size with an explanation of what
each component means.
Vehicletype(Pindicates
passenger vehicle).
Tire width in millimeters.
Aspect ratio (the tire’s section
height as a percentage of its
width).
Tire construction code (R
indicates radial).
Load index (a numerical code
associated with the maximum
load the tire can carry).
Rim diameter in inches.
Speed symbol (an
alphabetical code indicating
the maximum speed rating).
Tire Identification Number (TIN) is
a group of numbers and letters that
look like the following example TIN.
This indicates that the tire
meets all requirements of
the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
Manufacturer’s
identification mark.
Tire type code.
Date of manufacture.
P
55
R
16
DOT
B97R
FW6X
2202
225
94
V
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DOT B97R FW6X 2202
P225/55R16 94V
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Some conventional gasolines are
being blended with alcohol or an
ether compound. These gasolines
are collectively referred to as
oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air
standards, some areas of the United
States and Canada use oxygenated
fuels to help reduce emissions.
If you use an oxygenated fuel, be
sure it is unleaded and meets the
minimum octane rating requirement.
Before using an oxygenated fuel, try
to confirm the fuel’s contents. Some
states/provinces require this
informationtobepostedonthe
pump.
The following are the U.S. EPA and
Canadian CGSB approved
percentages of oxygenates:
(methyl or wood
alcohol)
Your vehicle was not designed to use
fuel that contains methanol.
Methanol can corrode metal parts in
the fuel system, and also damage
plastic and rubber components. This
damage would not be covered by
your warranties.
(Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether)
You may use gasoline containing up
to 15 percent MTBE by volume.
(ethyl or grain alcohol)
You may use gasoline containing up
to 10 percent ethanol by volume.
Gasoline containing ethanol may be
marketed under the name ‘‘Gasohol.’’
If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
Fuel system damage or performance
problems resulting from the use of
an oxygenated fuel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates
given above are not covered under
warranty.
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MTBE
ETHANOL
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If you are planning to take your
Honda outside the U.S. or Canada,
contact the tourist bureaus in the
areas you will be traveling in to find
out about the availability of unleaded
gasoline with the proper octane
rating.
If unleaded gasoline is not available,
be aware that using leaded gasoline
in your Honda will affect perfor-
mance and fuel mileage, and damage
its emissions controls. It will no
longer comply with U.S. and
Canadian emissions regulations, and
will be illegal to operate in North
America. To bring your car back into
compliance will require the replace-
ment of several components, such as
theoxygensensorsandthethree
way catalytic converter. These re-
placements are not covered under
warranty.
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The burning of gasoline in your car’s
engine produces several byproducts.
Some of these are carbon monoxide
(CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and
hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline
evaporating from the tank also
produces hydrocarbons. Controlling
the production of NOx, CO, and HC
is important to the environment.
Under certain conditions of sunlight
and climate, NOx and HC react to
form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon
monoxide does not contribute to
smog creation, but it is a poisonous
gas.
Your car 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.
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.
In Canada, Honda vehicles comply
with the Canadian Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards (CMVSS) for
Emissions valid at the time they are
manufactured.
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
.152
The Clean Air Act
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System
Evaporative Emissions Control
System
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This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
The exhaust emissions controls
include four systems: PGM-FI,
Ignition Timing Control, Secondary
Air Injection System, and Three Way
Catalytic Converter. These four
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.
During engine warm-up, air is
pumped into the exhaust to reduce
emissions when the engine is cold.
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 ), dinitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
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
Genuine Honda replacement parts or
their equivalent for repairs. Using
lowerqualitypartsmayincreasethe
emissions from your car.
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
covered by warranties separate from
the rest of your car. Read your
warranty manual for more informa-
tion.
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.
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Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery
PGM-FI System
Ignition Timing Control System
Secondary Air Injection System
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Emissions Controls
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Keep the engine tuned-up.
Always use unleaded gasoline.
Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the three
way catalytic converter ineffective.
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.
Park your car away from high grass,
dry leaves, or other flammables.
A defective three way catalytic
converter contributes to air pollution,
and can impair your engine’s per-
formance. Follow these guidelines to
protect your car’s three way catalytic
converter.
Have your car diagnosed and
repaired if it is misfiring, back-
firing, stalling, or otherwise not
running properly.
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.
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 re-testing
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 and hold it there until the
temperature gauge rises to at least
1/4ofthescale(approximately3
minutes).
Testing of Readiness Codes
State Emissions Testing
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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.
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).
If the testing facility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your Honda dealer.
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Customer Relations
................................Information . 264
....................Warranty Coverages . 265
Reporting Safety Defects
..........................(U.S. Vehicles) . 266
.....................Authorized Manuals . 267
Warranty and Customer Relations
Warranty and Customer Relations
263
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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: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
When you call or write, please give
us this information:
Canadian Owners: 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 Relations Information
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264
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÉLE
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816
(787) 250-4318
American Honda Motor Co.
Honda Consumer Affairs
Department
Mail stop 500-2N-7D
1919 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
telephone: (800) 993-1009
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
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belt that fails to function properly is
coveredfortheusefullifeofthe
vehicle.
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muffler owns the car.
all exterior body panels are
covered for rust-through from the
inside for the specified time period
with no mileage limit.
covers
your new vehicle, except for the
battery, emissions control systems,
and accessories, against defects in
materials and workmanship.
these two
warranties cover your car’s emis-
sions control systems. Time, mileage,
and coverage are conditional. Please
read the warranty manual for exact
information.
this warranty gives up
to 100 percent credit toward a
replacement battery.
Your new Honda is covered by these
warranties:
genuine 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 genuine
Honda replacement parts against
defects in materials and workman-
ship.
provides prorated
coverage for a replacement battery
purchased from a Honda dealer.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the
2003 Honda Warranty Information
booklet that came with your car for
precise information on warranty
coverages. Your Honda’s original
tires are covered by their
manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-
mation is in a separate booklet.
Please refer to the 2003 Warranty
Manual that came with your car.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Replacement Muffler Lifetime
Limited Warranty
Rust Perf oration Limited Warranty
New Car Limited Warranty
Emissions Control Systems Defects
Warranty and Emissions
Performance Warranty
Original Equipment Battery Limited
Warranty
Accessory Limited Warranty
Replacement Parts Limited
Warranty
Replacement Battery Limited
Warranty
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Warranty Coverages
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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.
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.
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
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enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to under-
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CONTINUED
............................Capacities Chart . 250
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 40
............................Cargo, Carrying . 128
..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
...................................CD Changer . 108
.......................................CD Player . 105
........................Certification Label . 248
............................................Chains . 195
........Back-up Lamp Replacement . 202
Battery
Charging System
...........................Indicator . 46, 233
............................Jump Starting . 226
..............................Maintenance . 181
............................Specifications . 251
..............................Before Driving . 119
..........................................Belts, Seat . 8
.............................Beverage Holder . 82
...................................Body Repair . 215
............................................Brakes . 140
...........Anti-lock System (ABS) . 141
.............Break-in, New Linings . 120
....................Bulb Replacement . 202
...........................................Fluid . 174
.........................................Parking . 81
.................System Indicator . 46, 236
..............Wear Indicators, Disc . 140
.............................Braking System . 140
........................Break-in, New Car . 120
..Brightness Control, Instruments . 54
........................Brights, Headlights . 53
.........................Bulb Replacement . 198
..........................Back-up Lights . 202
..............................Brake Lights . 202
.................................Headlights . 198
.................License Plate Lights . 204
..................Side Marker Lights . 200
............................Specifications . 251
....................Turn Signal Lights . 200
..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 198
Accessories
.................................Installation . 126
...............Accessory Power Socket . 82
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................Position) . 61
....................Additives, Engine Oil . 162
.....................................Airbag (SRS) . 9
.....................Air Cleaner Element . 176
..............................Air Conditioning . 86
..............................Maintenance . 186
............................................Usage . 86
.........................Air Outlets (Vents) . 88
.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 189
...........................Alarm, Anti-theft . 114
.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 255
.......Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning . 210
......................................Antifreeze . 165
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
....................Indicator Light . 47, 143
...................................Operation . 141
.Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 60
..........................Anti-theft System . 114
..........................Appearance Care . 207
......................................Audio Panel . 82
..................................Audio System . 94
.............Automatic Speed Control . 115
Index
B
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C
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..............................Economy, Fuel . 125
............Emergencies on the Road . 217
.............Battery, Jump Starting . 226
................Changing a Flat Tire . 219
.....Charging System Indicator . 233
..................Checking the Fuses . 239
Changing Oil
........................................How to . 163
......................................When to . 150
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 219
............Changing Engine Coolant . 167
...Charging System Indicator . 46, 233
...............Check Engine Light . 47, 234
............Checklist, Before Driving . 134
.....................................Child Safety . 18
.......................................Child Seats . 22
...................................Cleaner, Air . 176
.........................................Cleaning . 207
....................Aluminum Wheels . 210
...................................Carpeting . 211
......................................Exterior . 208
.................................Floor Mats . 211
.......................................Interior . 211
.......................................Leather . 212
...................................Seat Belts . 212
...........................................Vinyl . 212
....................................Windows . 213
...................................Clutch Fluid . 175
........................CO in the Exhaust . 257
............Cold Weather, Starting in . 136
......................Compact Spare Tire . 218
.............Controls, Instruments and . 43
..............................Convertible Top . 72
...............Convertible Top Cover . 77
..Lowering the Convertible Top . 72
................................Maintenance . 78
.....Raising the Convertible Top . 75
Coolant
........................................Adding . 165
....................................Checking . 124
.........................Proper Solution . 165
...................Temperature Gauge . 49
....................Corrosion Protection . 213
Crankcase Emission Control
........................................System . 257
............Cruise Control Operation . 115
Customer Relations
................................Information . 264
................DANGER, Explanation of . ii
.......................................Dashboard . 44
................Daytime Running Lights . 54
............Defects, Reporting Safety . 266
................Defrosting the Windows . 91
....................................Dimensions . 250
...............Dimming the Headlights . 53
Dipstick
..................................Engine Oil . 123
..........................Directional Signals . 55
........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 140
.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 164
...................Do Not Tow a Trailer . 145
Doors
..............Locking and Unlocking . 62
..............................Monitor Light . 47
......................Power Door Locks . 62
..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 252
Downshifting, 6-speed Manual
.............................Transmission . 138
...........................................Driving . 133
....................................Economy . 125
.........................In Bad Weather . 144
................In Foreign Countries . 256
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...Closing the Convertible Top . 237
.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 232
...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 234
..................Overheated Engine . 229
...........................Emergency Brake . 81
......................Emergency Flashers . 80
............Emergency Trunk Opener . 67
.......................Emissions Controls . 257
.............Emissions Testing, State . 260
Engine
...........Check Engine Light . 47, 234
Compartment, Checking
......................................in the . 122
.......................................Coolant . 124
....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 49
...................................Drive Belt . 188
Malfunction Indicator
................................Lamp . 47, 234
........Oil Pressure Indicator . 46, 232
..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 161
...............................Overheating . 229
............................Specifications . 250
............................Speed Limiter . 138
.......................................Starting . 135
.........Engine Cover, Opening the . 122
......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 255
...Evaporative Emission Controls . 257
...............................Exhaust Fumes . 40
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................Belts by . 17
..................Exterior, Cleaning the . 208
............................Fabric, Cleaning . 212
.....................................Fan, Interior . 86
Features, Comfort and
................................Convenience . 85
....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 121
Filters
...............................................Oil . 163
.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 80
...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 219
Fluids
..........................................Brake . 174
.........................................Clutch . 175
..............Manual Transmission . 172
..................Windshield Washer . 171
........FM Stereo Radio Reception . 103
.....Foreign Countries, Driving in . 256
..........................Four-way Flashers . 80
.................................................Fuel . 120
......................Fill Door and Cap . 121
...........................................Gauge . 50
................Octane Requirement . 120
...............................Oxygenated . 255
........................Reserve Indicator . 48
........................Tank, Filling the . 121
..............Fuel Mileage, Improving . 125
..............Fuel Station Procedures . 121
.....................Fuses, Checking the . 239
..........................................Gasohol . 255
.........................................Gasoline . 120
...............Fuel Reserve Indicator . 48
...........................................Gauge . 50
................Octane Requirement . 120
.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 255
........................Tank, Filling the . 121
Index
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..................................................Keys . 58
.............................................Gauges . 49
...Engine Coolant Temperature . 49
...............................................Fuel . 50
...............................Speedometer . 49
.................................Tachometer . 49
Gearshift Lever Positions
6-speed Manual
.........................Transmission . 137
..............................Glass Cleaning . 213
.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 198
..............Hazard Warning Flashers . 80
Headlights
............Daytime Running Lights . 54
..................High Beam Indicator . 48
...........................Reminder Tone . 53
........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 198
...................................Turning on . 53
.........Heating and Cooling System . 86
.............High Altitude, Starting at . 136
.................High-Low Beam Switch . 53
................High Speed, Shifting at . 138
....................................Hood Latch . 178
.......................Hood, Opening the . 122
...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 175
.................................Hydroplaning . 145
.......................Jacking Up the Car . 220
.......................................Jack, Tire . 219
................................Jump Starting . 226
Identification Number,
.......................................Vehicle . 248
Ignition
..............................................Keys . 58
...........................................Switch . 60
............Timing Control System . 258
Indicator Lights, Instrument
.............................................Panel . 45
...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 189
...................................Inside Mirror . 80
.............................Inspection, Tire . 191
............................Instrument Panel . 44
........Instrument Panel Brightness . 54
...........................Interior Cleaning . 211
.................................Interior Lights . 83
........................................Introduction . i
.......................Label, Certification . 248
.................Lane Change, Signaling . 55
........................Lap/Shoulder Belts . 33
.........................Leather, Cleaning . 212
Lights
....................Bulb Replacement . 198
.......................................Indicator . 45
..................................Turn Signal . 55
.....................................Load Limit . 129
...............................Loading Cargo . 128
......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 60
Locks
.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 60
............................Fuel Fill Door . 121
.................................Power Door . 62
...........................................Trunk . 66
........................Low Coolant Level . 124
...Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 138
Index
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CONTINUED
.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 48
...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 46, 232
...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 250
.........................................Luggage . 128
..................New Vehicle Break-in . 120
.....................Normal Shift Speeds . 138
..................NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
...............Numbers, Identification . 248
..................................Maintenance . 147
...Owner Maintenance Checks . 159
........................................Record . 157
....................................Schedule . 150
..Maintenance Required Indicator . 51
.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 47, 234
...................Manual Transmission . 137
........Manual Transmission Fluid . 172
...............................Meters, Gauges . 49
...................Methanol in Gasoline . 255
..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 80
...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 120
.........................................Odometer . 50
...............................Odometer, Trip . 51
Oil
........................Change, How to . 163
......................Change, When to . 150
......................Checking Engine . 123
..............Pressure Indicator . 46, 232
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................Chart . 162
...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 61
.........................Opening the Trunk . 66
..Operation in Foreign Countries . 256
..............................Outside Mirrors . 80
....................Overheating, Engine . 229
.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 255
..............................Paint Touch-up . 210
..............Panel Brightness Control . 54
.................................Parking Brake . 81
.................................Parking Lights . 53
.............................PGM-FI System . 258
..................Polishing and Waxing . 209
Power
..................................Door Locks . 62
..............Engine, Specifications . 250
.........................................Mirrors . 80
......................................Windows . 70
.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
............................Protecting Adults . 12
...Additional Safety Precautions . 18
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 17
........................Protecting Children . 18
.......Protecting Larger Children . 29
.........Protecting Small Children . 26
...................Radiator Overheating . 229
.......................Radio Sound System . 94
...................Readiness Codes . 235, 260
..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 202
............................Rear View Mirror . 80
................Reclining the Seat-backs . 69
.......Recommended Shift Speeds . 138
Index
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Recovery Vehicle, Emergency
.......................................Towing . 245
.............................Reminder Lights . 45
.......................Remote Transmitter . 63
Replacement Information
................................Air Cleaner . 176
..........................Engine Coolant . 167
................Engine Oil and Filter . 163
..........................................Fuses . 239
................................Light Bulbs . 198
....................................Schedule . 150
................................Spark Plugs . 178
...........................................Tires . 193
.............................Wiper Blades . 184
Replacing Seat Belts After a
............................................Crash . 34
...............................Restraint, Child . 19
................................Rotation, Tire . 192
........................................Safety Belts . 8
............Safety Defects, Reporting . 266
.............Safety Labels, Location of . 41
...............................Safety Messages . ii
...........................................Seat Belts . 8
...............Additional Information . 33
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 17
.....................................Cleaning . 212
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 33
................................Maintenance . 34
......Reminder Light and Beeper . 46
...................System Components . 33
...............Use During Pregnancy . 17
........................Seats, Adjusting the . 69
...............................Serial Number . 248
...........................Service Intervals . 150
.............................Service Manual . 267
.........Service Station Procedures . 121
Shifting
The 6-speed Manual
.........................Transmission . 137
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
.........................Replacement in . 200
...............................Signaling Turns . 55
6-speed Manual Transmission
...............Checking Fluid Level . 172
................................Shifting the . 137
.....................................Snow Tires . 195
...................Solvent-type Cleaners . 208
..................................Sound System . 94
Spare Tire
......................................Inflating . 218
............................Specifications . 251
................Spark Plugs, Replacing . 178
....................Specifications Charts . 250
................................Speed Control . 115
...................................Speedometer . 49
..........SRS, Additional Information . 36
...Additional Safety Precautions . 39
How the Automatic Seat Belt
....................Tensioners Work . 34
How the SRS Indicator
.......................................Works . 38
...........How Your Airbags Work . 36
........................SRS Components . 36
..................................SRS Service . 39
..................SRS Indicator Light . 38, 47
.......................Starting the Engine . 135
In Cold Weather at High
..................................Altitude . 136
................With a Dead Battery . 226
..............State Emissions Testing . 260
........Steam Coming from Engine . 229
Steering Wheel
.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 60
.....................Stereo Sound System . 94
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...........................Storing Your Car . 206
.......................................Stuck Car . 243
Supplemental Restraint System
......................................Servicing . 39
.........................SRS Indicator . 38, 47
...............Tensioners, Seat Belts . 34
.....................................Tachometer . 49
......Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 202
.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 217
Technical Descriptions
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 252
.....Emissions Control Systems . 257
.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 255
Three Way Catalytic
...............................Converter . 259
.......................Temperature Gauge . 49
...................Tensioners, Seat Belts . 34
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 259
....................................Tire Chains . 195
.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 219
...........................Tire Information . 254
...............................................Tires . 189
..............................Air Pressure . 189
...................................Balancing . 192
.........................Checking Wear . 191
.................Compact Spare Tire . 218
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 252
......................................Inflation . 189
..................................Inspection . 191
...................................Replacing . 193
......................................Rotating . 192
...........................................Snow . 195
............................Specifications . 251
...................Tools, Tire Changing . 219
Towing
......................A Trailer, Do Not . 145
................Emergency Wrecker . 245
..................Trailer, Do Not Tow a . 145
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, 6-speed
..........Manual Transmission . 172
...........................Fluid Selection . 172
..............Identification Number . 248
Shifting the 6-speed Manual
.........................Transmission . 137
.....................................Treadwear . 252
.......................................Trip Meter . 51
................................................Trunk . 66
........Emergency Trunk Opener . 67
.................................Opening the . 66
...................Open Monitor Light . 47
....................................Turn Signals . 55
......................Vehicle Dimensions . 250
....Vehicle Identification Number . 248
.............................Vehicle Storage . 206
........................................Ventilation . 88
.................................................VIN . 248
...............................Vinyl Cleaning . 212
..................................Viscosity, Oil . 162
.....................Underside, Cleaning . 213
Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................of the . 217
....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 252
........................Unleaded Gasoline . 120
.....................Upholstery Cleaning . 211
.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 164
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.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii
.........Warning Labels, Location of . 41
....................Warranty Coverages . 265
Washer, Windshield
........Checking the Fluid Level . 171
.....................................Operation . 56
.........................................Washing . 208
..................Waxing and Polishing . 209
...........................................Wheels . 194
............Alignment and Balance . 192
......Cleaning Aluminum Alloys . 210
......................................Wrench . 219
Windows
.....................................Cleaning . 213
..................Operating the Power . 70
Windshield
.....................................Cleaning . 213
.....................................Defroster . 91
.......................................Washers . 56
Wipers, Windshield
.......................Changing Blades . 184
.....................................Operation . 55
....................................Worn Tires . 191
.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 245
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Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Brake Fluid:
6-speed Manual Transmission
Fluid:
SpareTirePressure:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Capacity:
1.6 US qt (1.5
)
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front:
Front:
Rear:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Premium unleaded gasoline,
pump octane number of 91 or
higher.
API premium grade 10W-30
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
5.1 US qt (4.8
)
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
161
172
174
13.2 US gal (50 )
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