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considered a permanent part of the
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models of the Insight. You may find
descriptions of equipment and
features that are not on your
particular model.
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2003 Insight
Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
As you read this manual, you will
find information that is preceded by
a symbol. This
information is intended to help you
avoid damage to your Honda, other
property, or the environment.
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.
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.
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! Your selection of a 2003 Honda Insight was a wise
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.
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:
These signal words mean:
preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
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.
AFewWordsAboutSafety
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.
Turn to the beginning of each section for a complete list of subjects.
ID numbers, dimensions, capaci-
ties, and technical information.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A summary of the warranties
covering your new Honda, and
how to contact us for any reason.
Refer to your warranty manual for
detailed information.
A summary of information you
need when you pull up to the fuel
pump.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and
gauge, and how to use the controls
on the dashboard and steering
column.
Important information about the
proper use and care of your car’s
seat belts, an overview of the
Supplemental Restraint System,
and valuable information on how
to protect children with child
restraints.
What gasoline to use, how to
break-in your new car, and how to
load luggage and other cargo.
The proper way to start the engine,
shift the transmission, and park.
The Maintenance Schedule shows
you when you need to take your
car to the dealer. There is also a
list of things to check and
instructions on how to check them.
Tips on cleaning and protecting
your car. Also some things to look
for if your car ever needs body
repairs.
This section covers several
problems motorists sometimes
experience, and details how to
handle them.
How to operate the heating/
climate control system, and the
audio system.
Contents
...............Your Car at a Glance . 2
....Driver and Passenger Saf ety . 5
.....Instruments and Controls . 43
.....................................Index . I
Service Information Summary
Comfort and Convenience
..............................Features . 83
...................Before Driving . 117
..............................Driving . 133
......................Maintenance . 153
................Appearance Care . 207
Taking Care of the
.......................Unexpected . 215
.........Technical Information . 243
Warranty and Customer
Relations
........(U.S. and Canada only) . 259
Authorized Manuals
.........................(U.S.only) .263
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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 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 . 19
All Children Must Be
...............................Restrained . 19
Your Car is Not Recommended
..............for Child Passengers . 20
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 . 30
Using Child Seats with
.....................................Tethers . 34
Additional Information About Your
.................................Seat Belts . 35
..Seat Belt System Components . 35
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 35
...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 36
Additional Information About
..................................Your SRS . 37
........................SRS Components . 37
...........How Your Airbags Work . 37
How the Automatic Seat Belt
....................Tensioners Work . 39
How the SRS Indicator Light
.......................................Works . 39
..................................SRS Service . 40
...Additional Safety Precautions . 40
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 41
...................................Safety Labels . 42
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Driver and Passenger Safety
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You’ll find many safety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important.
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
.)
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 .)
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Important Safety Precautions
Always Wear Your Seat Belt
Your Car is Not Recommended
for Child Passengers
Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Don’t Drink and Drive
Control Your Speed
Keep Your Car in Safe Condition
Due to the passenger’s
airbag hazard, you should never
carry an infant in a rear-facing child
seat in this car.
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Your car is equipped with many
features that work together to
protect you and your passenger
during a crash.
Some safety features do not require
anyactiononyourpart.These
include a strong aluminum
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.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Your Car’s Safety Features
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(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
When properly worn, seat belts:
Keep you connected to the vehicle
so you can take advantage of the
car’s built-in safety features.
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.)
Foryoursafety,andthesafetyof
your passenger, your car is equipped
with seat belts in both seating
positions.
Your seat belt system also
includes a light on the
instrument panel to remind you and
your passenger to fasten your seat
belts.
Seat belts have proven to be the
single most effective safety device.
Not wearing a seat belt properly
increases the chance of serious
injury or death in a crash, even
though your car has airbags.
In addition, most states and all
Canadian provinces require you to
wear seat belts.
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.
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Your Car’s Safety Features
Seat Belts
Why Wear Seat Belts
always wear your seat belts
properly.
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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.
The most important things you need
to know about your airbags are:
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.
Airbags are
designed to deploy only during a
moderate to severe frontal
collision.
Your car has a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS) with frontal
airbags to help protect the driver and
a passenger.
This system also includes
an indicator light on the
instrument panel to alert you to a
possible problem with the system.
Of course, seat belts cannot
completely protect you in every
crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts
can reduce your risk of serious
injury.
Always wear
your seat belt, and make sure you
wear it properly.
Help keep you from being thrown
against the inside of the vehicle
and against other occupants.
Keep you from being thrown out
of the vehicle.
Help keep you in a good position
should the airbags ever deploy. A
good position reduces the risk of
injury from an inflating airbag, and
allows you to get the best
advantage from the airbag.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Your Car’s Safety Features
Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Airbags offer no protection in side
impacts, rear impacts, rollovers,
or minor collisions.
What you should do:
Airbags
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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.
Head restraints can help protect you
from whiplash and other injuries.
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.
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.
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Your Car’s Safety Features
Door Locks
Head Restraints
Seats & Seat-Backs
What you should do:
What you should do:
Airbags can pose serious hazards.
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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 ).
The rest of this section gives more
detailed information about how you
can maximize your safety.
Remember, however, that no safety
system can prevent all 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
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Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Your Car’s Safety Features
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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.
The following pages provide
instructions on how to properly
protect adult occupants.
After everyone has entered the car,
be sure the doors are closed and
locked.
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.)
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.
Your car has a door monitor light on
the instrument panel to indicate
when either door or the hatch is not
tightly closed.
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Protecting Adults
Introduction
Close and Lock the Doors
Adjust the Seats
1.
2.
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Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a
comfortable, upright position,
leaving ample space between your
chest and the airbag cover in the
center of the steering wheel. If you
sit too close to the steering wheel,
you could be injured if the airbag
inflates.
See page for how to adjust the
seats.
Once your seat is adjusted correctly,
rock it back and forth to make sure
the seat is locked in position.
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.
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.
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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Protecting Adults
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.
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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Protecting Adults
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Reclining the seat-back too far
can result in serious injury or
death in a crash.
Adjusttheseat-backtoan
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 Saf ety
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.
See page for additional
information about your seat belt
system and how to take care of your
belts.
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.
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.
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Protecting Adults
Maintain a Proper Sitting
Position
5.
No one should
sit in a seat with an inoperative seat
belt.
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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.
Remember to keep the lap portion of
the belt as low as possible across
your hips.
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.
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.
Protecting Adults
Advice for Pregnant Women
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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.
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 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.
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 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.
Protecting Adults
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Additional Safety Precautions
Do not place hard or sharp objects
between yourself and an airbag.Two people should never use the
same seat belt.
Do not put any accessories on seat
belts.
Keep your hands and arms away
from the airbag covers.
Do not attach or place objects on
the airbag covers.
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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. (See page
.)
So if you have children, or if you ever
need to drive with a grandchild or
otherchildreninyourcar,besureto
read this section.
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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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Protecting Children
All Children Must Be Restrained
Anychildwhoistoosmalltoweara
seat belt should be properly
restrained in a child seat.
A larger child should always be
restrained with a seat belt, and use a
booster, if needed.
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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.
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.
In addition, your car has a passenger’s
airbag which poses serious risks to
children particularly infants and
small children.
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 .
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. As a result, we urge you to follow
these guidelines.
If the airbag
inflates, it can hit the back of the
child seat with enough force to kill or
very seriously injure an infant.
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Protecting Children
The Passenger’s Airbag Poses
Serious Risks to Children
Your Car is Not Recommended
for Child Passengers
Small Children
Children who have outgrown child
seats are also at risk of being injured
or killed by an inf lating passenger’s
airbag.
Larger Children
Placing a f orward-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.
Infants
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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.
To remind you of the passenger’s
airbag hazards, your car has warning
labels hanging from the glove box
andonthedriver’sandpassenger’s
visors. Please read and follow the
instructions on these labels.
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Protecting Children
U.S. Models Canadian Models
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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.
Children who play in vehicles can
accidentally get trapped inside the
car. Teach your children not to
play in or around vehicles.
Even very young
children learn how to unlock
vehicle doors, turn on the ignition,
and open the hatch, which can
lead to accidental injury or death.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Do not leave a child alone in your
car.
Lock both doors and the hatch
when your vehicle is not in use.
Keep vehicle keys and remote
transmitters out of the reach of
children.
Additional Safety Precautions General Guidelines for Using
Child Seats
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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.
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
andbeproperlyinstalledinthiscar.
A child who can sit
up without support should be
restrained in a forward-facing child
seat. See page for additional
information on protecting small
children.
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 boxes.
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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.
Small Children:
Selecting a Child Seat
The child seat should meet safety
standards.
2. 3.
1.
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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.
If a small child must ride in this
car, follow the instructions
provided in this section.
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.
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 ).27
Placing a Child Seat Passenger’s Seat
Infants:
Small children:
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Airbags Pose Serious
Risks to Children
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After selecting a proper child seat,
there are three main steps in
installing the seat:
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.
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.27
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Secure the child seat to the car
with a seat belt.
Installing a Child Seat
Make sure the child seat is f irmly
secured.
Secure the child in the child seat.
Storing a Child Seat
1.
2.
3.
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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.
Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Child Seat Type
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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.
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).
The passenger’s seat belt has a
locking mechanism that must be
activated to secure a child seat.
The following pages provide
instructions and tips on how to
secure a forward-facing child seat
with this type of seat belt.
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.
1.
2. 3.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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.
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.
4.
5. 6.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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.
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.
During a crash, the
belt could press deep into the child
and cause very serious injuries.
Additional Precautions for Small
Children
Never hold a small child on your
lap.
Never put a seat belt over yourself
and a child.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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 sit on a booster and
wear a lap/shoulder belt.
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.
Protecting Larger Children
The Child Should Wear a Seat Belt
Protecting Children
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
30
Allowing a larger child to sit
improperly in the front seat can
result in injury or death if the
airbags inflate.
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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To determine if a lap/shoulder belt
properly fits a child, have the child
put on the seat belt. Follow the
instructions on page . Then check
how the belt fits.
This could cause
very serious injuries during a crash.
It also increases the chance that the
child will slide under the belt in a
crash and be injured.
If 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.
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.
If they do, they could
be very seriously injured in a crash.
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Protecting Children
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Checking Seat Belt Fit Do not let a child put the shoulder
part of a seat belt behind the back or
under the arm.
Do not let a child wear a seat belt
across the neck or over the stomach.
Do not put any accessories on a seat
belt.
Two children should never use the
same seat belt.
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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.
Whichever style you select, follow
the booster seat maker’s instructions.
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.
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.
Using a Booster Seat When Can a Larger Child Ride in this
Car
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
32
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:
Move the vehicle seat to the rear-
most position.
Have the child sit up straight, back
against the seat, and feet on or
near the floor.
Check that the child’s seat belt is
properly positioned and secured.
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.
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Physical Size
Maturity
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Your car has three tether anchorage
points on the rear lining for securing
a tether-style child seat to the car.
Attach the tether strap hook to the
tether anchorage point as shown in
the illustration, then tighten the
strap according to the child seat
maker’s instructions. Make sure the
strap is not twisted.
To attach the tether to the child seat,
follow the child seat maker’s
instructions.
If you are not sure how to install the
tether, contact your Honda dealer.
Since a tether can provide additional
security, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available. (A tether is required in
Canada.)
Using Child Seats with Tethers
Protecting Children
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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.
To fasten the belt, insert the latch
plate into the buckle, then tug on the
belt to make sure the buckle is
latched.
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.
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Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
35
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.
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.
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.
See page for instructions on how
to wear the lap/shoulder belt
properly.
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.
For information on how to clean your
seat belts, see page .
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Warranty Information
Seat Belt Maintenance
U.S. Models
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
36
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.
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
that tighten the front seat belts
during a moderate to severe
frontal collision. 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.
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe frontal
collision.
Emergency backup power in case
your car’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash.
An indicator light on the
instrument panel that alerts you to
a possible problem with the
system (see page ).
A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records information about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, and driver and
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition is ON (II).
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SRS Components How Your Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your SRS
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
37
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
.
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Additional Information About Your SRS
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
38
If the light comes on or flashes on
andoffwhileyoudrive.
When you turn the ignition ON (II),
this indicator will light briefly then
go out. This tells you that the system
is working properly.
The purpose of the SRS
light is to alert you to a
potential problem with your
Supplemental Restraint System.
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.
Your Honda has automatic seat belt
tensioners for added protection
during a moderate to severe frontal
collision.
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.
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.
How the SRS Indicator Light
Works
How the Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners Work
Additional Information About Your SRS
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
39
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.
Tampering could cause
the airbags to deploy, possibly
causing very serious injury.
See page for further information
and precautions relating to your SRS.
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.
Together, airbags and
seat belts provide the best
protection in a moderate to severe
frontal collision.
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Additional Safety PrecautionsSRS Service
Do not tamper with SRS
components or wiring for any
reason.
Your airbags ever inflate.
The SRS indicator light alerts you
to a problem.
Donotattempttodeactivateyour
airbags.
Additional Information About Your SRS
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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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 hatch open, air flow can
pull exhaust gas into your car’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
hatch open, open all the windows
and set the heating/climate control
system as shown below.
If you must sit in your parked car,
even in an unconfined area, with the
engine running, adjust the heating/
climate control system as follows:
Select the Fresh Air mode.
Select the mode.
Turn the fan on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
41
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.
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
Safety Labels
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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This section gives information about
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 . 50
...............................Speedometer . 50
..............Display Change Button . 50
.....................................Odometer . 50
.................Current Fuel Mileage . 53
.................................Trip Meters . 53
................................Trip Mileage . 54
Segment Distance and Fuel
....................................Mileage . 54
................Lifetime Fuel Mileage . 55
Turning Off the Mileage
....................................Displays . 55
..................Battery Level Gauge . 56
................Charge/Assist Gauge . 57
..................................Fuel Gauge . 58
...................Temperature Gauge . 58
.................................Tachometer . 58
Maintenance Required
...................................Indicator . 59
Controls Near the Steering
.......................................Wheel . 60
...................................Headlights . 61
............Daytime Running Lights . 62
....Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
................................Turn Signals . 63
.....................Windshield Wipers . 63
..................Windshield Washers . 64
Rear Window Wiper and
.....................................Washer . 65
..........................Hazard Warning . 65
.............Rear Window Defogger . 66
...............................Keys and Locks . 67
..............................................Keys . 67
....................Immobilizer System . 68
............................Ignition Switch . 69
..................................Door Locks . 71
............................................Hatch . 71
...................Remote Transmitter . 73
............................Seat Adjustments . 76
..............................Power Windows . 77
.............................................Mirrors . 78
.................................Parking Brake . 79
.....................................Storage Box . 80
........................................Glove Box . 80
.............................Beverage Holder . 81
...............Accessory Power Socket . 81
.................................Interior Lights . 82
Instruments and Controls
Instruments and Controls
43
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Indicator Lights
Instruments and Controls
Manual Transmission
45
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 47)
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR
(P. 49)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 49)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED INDICATOR
(P. 59)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
SHIFT UP/SHIFT DOWN
INDICATORS
IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 47)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
(P. 48)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS (P. 48)
SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT
(P. 47)
(P. 47, 229)
(P. 231)
(P. 138)
(P. 47, 230)
(P. 49)
(P. 139)
DOOR AND HATCH OPEN INDICATOR
(P. 49)
(P. 48)
(P. 49)
Indicator Lights
Instruments and Controls
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
46
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 47)
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR
(P. 49)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 49)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE
REQUIRED INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P. 47)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS
SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT
(P. 47)
(P. 47, 229)
(P. 231)
(P. 146)
(P. 49)
(P. 140)
(P. 49)
U.S. model
(P. 49)DOOR AND HATCH OPEN INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
SHIFT LEVER POSITION
INDICATORS
(P. 59)
(P. 47, 230)
(P. 48)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 48)
(P. 48)
The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
information about your car.
This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch ON (II). It is a
reminder to you and your passengers
to protect yourselves by fastening
the seat belts. A beeper also sounds
if you have not fastened your seat
belt.
This indicator normally comes on for
a few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II). If it comes
on at any other time, it indicates a
problem in the Integrated Motor
Assist (IMA) system. Have the
vehicle checked by the dealer as
soon as possible.
See page .
See page .
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 .
The engine can be severely damaged
if this light flashes or stays on when
the engine is running. For complete
information, see page .
If this light comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For complete
information, see page .
See pages and .
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.
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(Automatic Transmission)
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138 146
230
229
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Seat Belt Reminder Light
IMA System Indicator
Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Auto Idle Stop Indicator
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Indicator Lights
Instruments and Controls
47
This light normally comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II), and when
the ignition switch is turned to
START (III). If this light comes on at
any other time, there is a problem in
theABS.Ifthishappens,takethe
cartoyourdealertohaveitchecked.
With the light on, your car still has
normal braking ability but no anti-
lock. For complete information, see
page .
This light has two functions:
This indicator 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 .
See page .
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning switch, both turn signal
lights blink. All turn signals on the
outside of the car should flash.
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.
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201
231
Indicator Lights
Instruments and Controls
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Indicator
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning
Indicators
48
U.S. CanadaU.S. Canada
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 ).
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.
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 if either door or
the hatch is not closed tightly.
This light comes on as a reminder
that you must refuel soon.
This light comes on with the high
beam headlights. See page for
information on the headlight
controls.
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
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.
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62
Canadian models only
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) Indicator
Door and Hatch Open
Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
High Beam Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
Indicator Lights
Instruments and Controls
49
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.
This shows your speed in miles per
hour (mph) or kilometers per hour
(km/h).
The Display Change button switches
the speedometer reading between
miles per hour and kilometers per
hour. It also changes the odometer
and trip meters to read in miles or
kilometers correspondingly. To
change the readings, push the
Display Change button until the
display changes.
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Instruments and Controls
OdometerSpeedometer Display Change Button
50
FUEL CONSUMPTION
DISPLAY SELECT BUTTON
TACHOMETER
TEMPERATURE GAUGE TRIP METER/ODOMETER
TRIP BUTTON
FUEL GAUGE
DISPLAY CHANGE
BUTTON
SPEEDOMETER
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
CONTINUED
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Instruments and Controls
Manual Transmission
51
CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY
SHIFT DOWN INDICATOR
SHIFT UP INDICATOR
DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON
TRIP BUTTON
IMA SYSTEM
INDICATOR
IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE
FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
BATTERY LEVEL
GAUGE
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Instruments and Controls
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
52
CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY
SHIFT LEVER POSITION INDICATOR
IMA SYSTEM INDICATOR
DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON
TRIP BUTTON
IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGEFUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY
BATTERY LEVEL GAUGEAUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
U.S. model
This display shows the current, or
instantaneous fuel mileage you are
getting.
The trip meters show the number of
miles or kilometers driven since you
last reset them.
There are two trip meters: Trip A
and Trip B. Each trip meter works
independently, so you can keep track
of two different distances. To change
the display to show Trip A, Trip B, or
the odometer, press the Trip button
repeatedly.
To reset a trip meter, display it, then
press and hold the Trip button until
the numbers reset to 0.0.
You can turn off this display at any
time. See page .
To change the meter reading in the
display, push the display change
button.
(U.S.: miles per hour and mpg,
Canada: kilometer per hour and
l/100 km)
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Instruments and Controls
Current Fuel Mileage Trip Meters
53
CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE
TRIP BUTTON
When you reset a trip meter, the
average fuel mileage for that trip
meter also resets.
When a trip meter is displayed, the
average fuel mileage you have been
getting during that trip is shown in
the Fuel Mileage display. This
number is updated once per minute.
This display can be turned off at any
time. See page .
You can use this function to display
the distance and average fuel
mileage for a segment of a trip.
To display the segment distance and
fuel mileage, press and release the
FCD Select button. The Segment
Display indicator will come on to
remind you that this is the segment
distance and fuel mileage display.
To reset the display, press and hold
the FCD Select button until the
display resets to zero and dashes.
The system then begins displaying
the distance and average fuel
mileage from that point. The display
is updated once per minute.
To switch between the segment
display and the Trip Meter/
Odometer display, press and release
the FCD Select button.
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Instruments and Controls
Trip Mileage Segment Distance and Fuel
Mileage
54
TRIP MILEAGE (TRIP A)
SEGMENT
DISPLAY
INDICATOR
FCD SELECT BUTTON
You can temporarily turn off the
Current Fuel Mileage and Fuel
Mileage displays.
To turn them off:
When the odometer is displayed, the
Fuel Mileage display shows the
lifetime fuel mileage. This is the
average fuel mileage your vehicle
has gotten since the last time the
display was reset.
To reset this display, turn the
ignition switch to ON (II). If the
engine is running, make sure the
transmission is in neutral and the
parking brake is set. Use the Trip
button to display the odometer. Then
press and hold the Trip button until
the Lifetime Fuel Mileage Display
begins to blink (approximately five
seconds). Release the Trip button,
then press it again while the display
is blinking and hold it until the
display clears to dashes.
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
If the engine is running, make
sure the transmission is in neutral
andtheparkingbrakeisset.
Use the Trip button to select Trip
A, Trip B, or the odometer.
Press and hold the FCD Select
button for approximately three
seconds. The Current Fuel
Mileage display will turn off.
Press and hold the FCD Select
button again. The Fuel Mileage
display for the meter you are
displaying (Trip A, Trip B, or
odometer) will turn off.
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3.
4.
2.
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Instruments and Controls
Turning Off the Mileage DisplaysLifetime Fuel Mileage
55
LIFETIME FUEL MILEAGE
Use the Trip button to select
another mileage display.
Press and hold the FCD Select
button again to turn off that
display.
Use the Trip button to select the
third display.
Press and hold the FCD Select
button again to turn off that
display.
Although the displays are turned off,
the average fuel mileages continue
to be calculated. The displays will
turn back on when you press and
hold the FCD Select button again.
This gauge shows you the state of
charge of the battery for the
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). This
battery is recharged by the engine,
anddischargedbytheIMAwhenit
is assisting the engine with powering
the vehicle.
The gauge reading may drop near
the bottom under driving conditions
that require assist for a long time,
such as prolonged acceleration or
climbing a long hill. The engine will
recharge the battery as you continue
driving.
5.
6.
7.
8.
With 5-speed With CVT (U.S. only)
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Instruments and Controls
Battery Level Gauge
56
BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE
BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE
This gauge shows the status of the
Integrated Motor Assist. If the
indicator is on the left side of the
gauge, the IMA battery is being
charged. If the indicator is on the
right side of the gauge, the IMA is
assisting the engine.
If the battery is mostly discharged,
the Auto Idle Stop function is
disabled (see pages and ).137 145
With 5-speed With CVT (U.S. only)
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Instruments and Controls
Charge/Assist Gauge
57
IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE
IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE
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.
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 tachometer shows the engine
speed in revolutions per minute
(rpm). To protect the engine from
damage, never drive with the
tachometerreadingintheredzone.
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Temperature Gauge
Fuel Gauge
Tachometer
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Instruments and Controls
58
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
TACHOMETER
TEMPERATURE GAUGE
TRIP METER/ODOMETER
FUEL GAUGE
TRIP BUTTON
DISPLAY CHANGE
BUTTON
SPEEDOMETER
Avoid driving with an extremely low
f uel level. Running out of f uel could
cause the engine to misf ire, damaging
the catalytic converter.
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This indicator reminds you that it is
time to take your car in for
scheduled maintenance.
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 this indicator
after completing the scheduled
maintenance. If this maintenance is
done by someone other than your
Honda dealer, reset the indicator as
follows.
Turn off the engine. Press and hold the trip button in
the instrument panel, then turn
the ignition switch ON (II).
Hold the button until the indicator
resets (approximately ten
seconds).
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules
for Normal and Severe Driving
Conditions on pages .
1. 2.
3.
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Instruments and Controls
Maintenance Required Indicator
59
INDICATOR
＊
＊
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 hazard warning lights switch is
on the dashboard to the right of the
center air vents.
To use the horn, press the pad
around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls
60
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 77)
MIRROR
CONTROLS
(P. 78)
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 63, 64)
HAZARD
WARNING
LIGHTS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
HORNHEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
(P. 61, 63)
ECON BUTTON
(P. 66)
(P. 84, 93)
(P. 65)
(P. 142)
DRIVING MODE
BUTTONS
(CVT model only)
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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Headlights
Instruments and Controls
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
61
＋−
＋−
−＋
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.
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.
The buttons in the lower left corner
of the instrument panel adjust the
brightness of the display in six steps.
Push the or button five times
to see the full range.
Canadian models only
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Instrument Panel BrightnessDaytime Running Lights
Instruments and Controls
62
BUTTON BUTTON
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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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Turn Signals Windshield Wipers
Instruments and Controls
63
TURN SIGNAL LEVER
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.
Instruments and Controls
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Windshield Washers
64
To turn on the rear window wiper,
turn the ring clockwise to ON. To
also use the rear window washer,
turn the ring clockwise past ON. The
washer will spray as long as you hold
the ring in this position. If you turn
the ring counterclockwise from the
OFF position, the washer will spray
without activating the rear window
wiper.
Push the button to the right of the
center vents 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 car is disabled.
Therearwindowwasherusesthe
same fluid reservoir as the wind-
shield washer.
Rear Window Wiper and Washer Hazard Warning
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls
65
The rear window defogger turns on
automatically when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II) if the outside
temperature is below 32°F (0°C), or
if the engine is at ambient
temperature. The light in the button
does not light.
It will also turn off automatically
after 25 minutes.
Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof
the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side to side.
The rear window defogger will clear
fog,frost,andthinicefromthe
window. Push the defogger button to
turn it on and off. The light in the
button lights to show the defogger is
on. If you do not turn it off, the
defogger will shut itself off after
about25minutes.Italsoshutsoff
when you turn off the ignition. You
have to turn it on again when you
restart the car.
Manual Operation
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls
Automatic Operation
Rear Window Defogger
66
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.
Your car also comes with two remote
transmitters; see page for an
explanation of the operation.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle:
• Ignition
• Doors
•Hatch
•Glovebox
The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keep the glove box and the hatch
locked when you leave your car and
the valet key at a parking facility.
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.
Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Keep
the tag stored in a safe place. If you
need to replace a key, use only
Honda-approved key blanks. 73
Keys
Remote Transmitter
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
67
KEY
NUMBER
TAG
MASTER
KEY
(BLACK)
VALET
KEY
(GREY)
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 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.
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.
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.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
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.
Immobilizer System
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
68
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The ignition switch is on the right
side of the steering column. It has
four positions:
•LOCK(0)
• ACCESSORY (I)
• ON (II)
• START (III)
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. If your car has
an automatic transmission, the shift
lever must also be in Park. 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.
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Ignition Switch LOCK (0)
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
69
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
).
Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to ON (II) when you let go of
the key.
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ACCESSORY (I)
ON (II)
START (III)
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
70
The doors can also be locked and
unlocked from the outside with the
key.
Usethemasterkeytolockand
unlock the hatch. The valet key does
not work in this lock.
To lock the hatch, turn the key
counterclockwise. To unlock the
hatch, turn it clockwise.
Each door has a lock tab next to the
inside door handle. Push the tab in to
lock the door, and pull it out to
unlock.
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, pull the door handle
andpushthelocktabin.Releasethe
handle, then close the door.
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HatchDoor Locks
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
71
LOCK TAB
See page for cargo loading and
weight limit information. Keep the
hatch closed at all times while
driving to avoid damaging the hatch
and to prevent exhaust gas from
getting into the interior. See
on page .
To open the hatch, push the lever
behind the hatch’s back edge. To
close the hatch, push down on the
back edge.
If you need to use this procedure to
open the hatch, your car may be
developing a problem. Have the
vehicle checked by your Honda
dealer.
If an unlocked hatch does not open,
turn the key clockwise past the
unlock position. Open the hatch as
youholdthekeyinthatposition.
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Carbon
Monoxide Hazard
Instruments and Controls
Keys and Locks
72
MASTER KEY
UNLOCK
POSITION
LOCK
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.
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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Remote Transmitter
Horn Operation
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
73
LED
UNLOCK
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON
LOCK
BUTTON
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
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
74
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.
Transmitter Care
Keys and Locks
Instruments and Controls
75
BATTERY ROUND
COVER
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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.
To change the angle of the seat-back,
pushforwardonthelevernexttothe
seat bolster, on the side of the seat-
back. Move the seat-back to the
desired position and release the lever.
Let the seat-back latch in the new
position.
Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.
See pages for important safety
information and warnings about how to
properly position seats and seat-backs.
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Seat Adjustments
Instruments and Controls
76
−
Your car’s windows are electrically-
powered. Turn the ignition switch to
ON (II) to raise or lower either
window.
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.
There is a master power window
control panel on the dashboard. 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, push
up on the window switch. Release
the switch when the window gets to
the position you want.
CONTINUED
Power Windows
Instruments and Controls
AUTO
77
MAIN SWITCH
DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH
Closing a power window on
someone’s hands or fingers can
cause serious injury.
Make sure your passenger is
away from the window before
closing it.
The AUTO function only works to
lower the driver’s window. To raise
the window, you must push the
window switch up and hold it until
the window reaches the desired
position.
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.
Adjust the outside mirrors with the
adjustment switch on the left side of
the dashboard:
Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
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.
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2.
Power Windows, Mirrors
Instruments and Controls
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
Mirrors
78
TAB
SELECTOR 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 ).
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.
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4.
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Instruments and Controls
Parking Brake
Mirrors, Parking Brake
79
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
Driving the car with the parking brake
applied can damage the rear brakes
and axles.
Open the glove box by pulling the
bottom of the handle. Close it with a
firm push. Lock or unlock the glove
box with the master key.
Your car has a storage box under the
cargo compartment. To open the
storage box, pull the strap.
Instruments and Controls
Glove BoxStorage Box
Storage Box, Glove Box
80
STRAP
GLOVE BOX
An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
inacrash,evenifthe
passenger is wearing the seat
belt.
Always keep the glove box
closed while driving.
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 use the accessory power socket,
pull up the cover. The ignition switch
must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON
(II).
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.
Instruments and Controls
Beverage Holder, Accessory Power Socket
Accessory Power SocketBeverage Holder
81
ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET
The cargo area light has a two-
position switch. In the OFF (down)
position, the light does not come on.
In the ON (up) position, the light
comes on when you open the hatch.
Turn on the spotlight by pushing the
button next to each light. Push the
button again to turn it off. You can
use the spotlights at all times.
The ceiling light has a three-position
switch. In the OFF position, the light
does not come on. In the center
position, the ceiling light comes on
when you open either door. In the
ON position, the ceiling light stays
on continuously.
Instruments and Controls
Spotlights Cargo Area LightCeiling Light
Interior Lights
82
DOOR ACTIVATED
.............................................Heating . 84
...........What Each Control Does . 84
.........Temperature Control Dial . 84
..............................ECON Button . 84
..................Recirculation Button . 84
Rear Window Defogger
......................................Button . 84
..............................Mode Buttons . 85
..............How to Use the System . 87
............To Turn Everything Off . 89
.................Climate Control System . 90
.........Fully-automatic Operation . 92
.........Semi-automatic Operation . 93
..........................ECON Button . 93
Sunlight Sensor/Temperature
......................................Sensor . 97
..................................Audio System . 98
...................Operating the Radio . 99
.................Adjusting the Sound . 102
............Audio System Lighting . 103
..............................Digital Clock . 103
Operating the Cassette
.....................................Player . 104
Operating the Optional CD
.................................Changer . 108
....................Radio Frequencies . 112
........................Radio Reception . 112
.......Protecting Compact Discs . 114
Caring for the Cassette
.....................................Player . 115
Comfort and Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features
83
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).
This button turns the rear window
defogger on and off (see page ).
Proper use of the Heating system
can make the interior comfortable,
and keep the windows clear for best
visibility.
When this button is pressed, the
auto idle stop works only if the
outside temperature is above 41°F
(5°C).
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the air flow.
Press the button to increase
the fan’s speed, which increases air
flow.
Press the button to decrease
the fan’s speed.
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Standard on cars with manual
transmission
Comfort and Convenience Features
Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button
ECON Button
Temperature Control Dial
Fan Control Buttons
What Each Control Does
Heating
84
MODE BUTTON
ECON BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
RECIRCULATION
BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS
Use the MODE buttons to select the
vents the air flows from. Some air
will flow from the dashboard corner
vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Air flow is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
floor vents.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode.
When mode is selected, the
auto stop function will not activate.
Air flows from the floor
vents.
Air flow is divided between
the floor vents and the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Air flows from the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Mode Buttons
Heating
85
The direction of air flow from the
vents in the center and each side of
the dashboard is adjustable.
To adjust the air flow from the
center vent, move the tab up-and-
down and side-to-side.
Each vent can be opened and closed
with the dial next to it.
On the driver’s and passenger’s-side
vents, move the vent up-and-down
andmovethetabside-to-sideto
adjust the air flow.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Vent Controls
Heating
86
CENTER VENT
DRIVER’S-SIDE VENT
PASSENGER’S-SIDE VENT
Open
Open
Close
Close
CONTINUED
The flow-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear window.
Turn the temperature control dial
all the way to the left.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the fan to the desired speed.
The outside air intakes for the
heating system are at the base of the
windshield. Keep these clear of
leaves and other debris.
This section covers how to set up the
system controls for ventilation,
heating, and defrosting.
The engine must be running for the
heater to generate hot 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.
It is best to leave the system in Fresh
Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation
mode 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.
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2.
3.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Ventilation
How to Use the System
Heating
87
MODE BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
FAN CONTROL BUTTONS
To warm the interior:
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.
To remove fog from the inside of the
windows:
To remove exterior frost or ice from
the windshield and side windows
after the car has been sitting out in
cold weather:
Set the fan to the desired speed.
Select .
When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial so the air flow from the
defroster vents feels warm.
Turn on the rear window defogger
to help clear the rear window.
Start the engine.
Press the button.
When you select , the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode.
Adjust 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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2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
To Heat To Defog and Defrost
Heating
Comfort and Convenience Features
88
For safety, make sure you have a
clear view through all the windows
before driving away.
To shut off the system temporarily,
stop the fan and turn the
temperature control dial all the way
to the left.
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
next to each vent. This will send
more warm air to the windshield
defroster vents.
No air flow can cause the windows to
fogup.Itisrecommendedthatyou
keep the fan on at all times so stale
air and moisture do not build up in
the interior and cause fogging.
Heating
Comfort and Convenience Features
To Turn Everything Off
89
The climate control system draws air
through the exterior vents at the
bottom of the windshield. Keep
these vents clear of leaves and other
debris.
For the climate control system to
provide heating and cooling, the
engine must be running.
Thesideventscanbeopenedand
closed with the dials next to them.
On the driver’s-side vent, move the
vent up-and-down and move the tab
side-to-side. On the passenger’s-side
vent, move the tab up-and-down and
move the vent side-to-side.
To adjust the air flow from the
center vent, move the tab up-and-
down and side-to-side.
The direction of air flow from the
vents in the center and each side of
the dashboard is adjustable.
The automatic climate control
system in your Honda picks the
proper combination of air condi-
tioning, heating, and ventilation to
maintain the interior temperature
you select. The system also adjusts
the fan speed and air flow levels.
Standard on cars with automatic
transmission (CVT)
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
90
CENTER VENTS DRIVER’S-SIDE VENT
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
91
PASSENGER’S-SIDE VENT
When you set the temperature to its
lower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper
limit (90°F/32°C), the system runs
at full cooling or heating only. It does
not regulate the interior temperature.
When the temperature is set
between the lower and upper limits,
the system regulates the interior
temperature to the set value.
In cold weather, the fan will not
come on automatically until the car
has been driven for a short time and
the heater starts to develop warm air.
When the system is in fully
automatic mode, the auto idle stop
function will not be activated.
The system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air that will, as quickly as
possible, raise or lower the interior
temperature from its current level to
the set temperature.
To put the Automatic Climate
Control in fully-automatic mode,
press the AUTO button and set the
desired temperature by turning the
temperature control dial. You will
see AUTO in the system’s display.
The light in the button also
shows you which mode,
Recirculation or Fresh Air, is
selected.
Fully-automatic Operation
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
Auto Button
92
MODE BUTTON
FAN SPEED BUTTON
OFF BUTTON AUTO BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
ECON BUTTON
CONTINUED
IfthecoolingprovidedinECON
mode is not adequate, press the Auto
button. (See page .)
This button turns the air
conditioning on and off. When the
air conditioning is turned on with
this button, the auto idle stop works
only if the outside temperature is
above 41°F (5°C).
Pressing the OFF button shuts the
climate control system completely
off. No air flow can cause the
windows to fog up. It is
recommended that you keep the fan
on at all times so stale air and
moisture do not build up in the
interior and cause fogging.
You can manually select various
functions of the Climate Control
system when it is in AUTO. All other
features remain automatically
controlled. Making any manual
selection causes the word AUTO to
go out.
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Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
ECON Button
Semi-automatic Operation
93
MODE BUTTON
FAN SPEED BUTTON
ECON BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
You can manually select the fan
speed with the fan speed button.
Pressing the button repeatedly
makes the fan run faster. The fan
speed is shown by bars in the display.
If the fan is at its highest speed,
pressing the button again takes it to
its lowest speed.
This button controls the source of 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 (Recirculation mode).
When the indicator is off, air is
brought in from outside the car
(Fresh Air mode).
You can, for example, manually put
the system in recirculation mode
when driving through an area of
smoke or fumes.
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
Recirculation Button
Fan Speed Button
94
MODE BUTTON
FAN SPEED BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON
ECON BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
CONTINUED
Use the MODE button to select the
vents the air flows from. Some air
will flow from the dashboard corner
vents in all modes. Each time you
press the MODE button, the display
shows the mode selected. Press the
button four times to see all the
modes.
Air flow is divided between
the floor vents and the defroster
vents at the base of the windshield.
The main air flow is divided
between the dashboard vents and
the floor vents.
Air flows from the floor
vents.
The main air flow comes
from the dashboard vents.
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
Mode Button
95
The button directs the main
air flow to the windshield for faster
defrosting. It also overrides any
MODE selection you may have made.
When you turn off by
pressing the button again, the
system returns to its former settings.
When you select , the A/C
turns on automatically and the
system selects Fresh Air mode. For
faster defrosting, manually set the
fanspeedtohigh.Youcanalso
increase air flow to the windshield by
closing the side vents in the
dashboard.
When this mode is selected, the auto
idle stop function will not activate.
This button turns the rear window
defogger on and off (see page ).66
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
Rear Window Defogger Button
96
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON
Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwo
sensors. A sunlight sensor is located
in the top of the dashboard and a
temperature sensor is next to the
steering column. Do not cover the
sensors or spill any liquid on them.
Sunlight Sensor/Temperature
Sensor
Climate Control System
Comfort and Convenience Features
97
SUNLIGHT SENSOR
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
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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 cassette system features Dolby
noise reduction, automatic sensing of
chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and
auto-reverse for continuous play.
2
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under
license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo-
ration. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio
System
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
98
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You can use any of four methods to
find radio stations on the selected
band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the
Preset buttons.
Use the TUNE bar to tune
the radio to a desired frequency.
Press the upper part ( ) to tune
to a higher frequency, or the lower
part ( ) to tune to a lower
frequency. The frequency numbers
will start to change rapidly. Release
the bar when the display reaches the
desired frequency. To change the
frequency in small increments, press
and release the TUNE bar quickly.
The SEEK function
searches the band for a station with
a strong signal. To activate it, push
the SEEK switch up or down, then
release it. Depending on which way
you push the switch, 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 pushing the PWR/
VOL knob.
Adjust the volume by turning the
PWR/VOL knob.
The band and frequency that the
radio was last tuned to is displayed.
To change bands, press the AM/FM
button. On the FM band, ST will be
displayed if the station is broadcast-
ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on
AM is not available.
CONTINUED
Operating the Radio
TUNE
SEEK
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
99
− The SCAN function
samples all the stations with strong
signals on the selected band. To
activate it, press the SCAN button,
then release it. When the system is
intheSCANmode,SCNshowsin
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.
SCAN
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
100
AM/FM
BUTTON
SCAN BUTTON
PWR/VOL
KNOB
SEEK SWITCH
SCN INDICATOR
TUNE BAR
−
Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total
of six stations on AM and twelve
on FM.
Pick the Preset button you want
for that station. Press the button
and hold it until you hear a beep.
Use the TUNE or SEEK function
to tune the radio to a desired
station.
Select the desired band, AM or
FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store
two frequencies with each preset
button.
To store a frequency:
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 car’s battery goes dead, is
disconnected, or the radio fuse is
removed.
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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3.
4.
Preset
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
101
AM/FM BUTTON
SEEK SWITCH PRESET
BUTTONS
TUNE BAR
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These two
controls adjust the strength of the
sound coming from each speaker.
The Balance control adjusts the side-
to-side strength, while the Fader
control adjusts the front-to-back
strength.
To adjust the fader, push on the
BASS/FADER control knob to get it
to pop out. Pull it out slightly farther,
and adjust the front-to-back sound to
your liking. Push the knob back in
when you are done so you cannot
change the setting by accidentally
bumping it.
To adjust the balance, push on the
TREBLE/BALANCE control knob
to get it to pop out. Pull it out slightly
farther, and adjust the side-to-side
sound to your liking. Push the knob
back in when you are done so you
cannot change the setting by
accidentally bumping it.
Use these controls
to adjust the tone to your liking.
To adjust the Treble level, push on
the TREBLE/BALANCE control
knob to get it to pop out. Without
pulling it out farther, turn the knob
to adjust the treble level. Push the
knob back in when you are done so
you cannot change the setting by
accidentally bumping it.
To adjust the Bass level, push on the
BASS/FADER control knob to get it
to pop out. Without pulling it out
farther, turn the knob to adjust the
bass level. Push the knob back in
when you are done so you cannot
change the setting by accidentally
bumping it.
Adjusting the Sound
Balance/Fader
Treble/Bass
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
102
BASS/FADER
CONTROL
TREBLE/BALANCE
CONTROL
For information, see page .
To set the time, press the CLOCK
(TAPE/CD) button for more than
twoseconds.Tosetthehours,press
the H (Preset 4) button. The hour
numbers will begin blinking. Keep
pressing the button until the
numbers advance to the desired time.
To set the minutes, press the M
(Preset 5) button. The minutes
numbers will begin blinking. Keep
pressing the button until the
numbers advance to the desired time.
You can use the instrument panel
brightness control buttons to adjust
the illumination of the audio system
(see page ). The audio system
illuminates when the parking lights
are on, even if the radio is turned off.
The audio system usually shows the
time when the ignition switch is in
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). It
shows the operation mode of the
radio, cassette player, or optional CD
changer when you operate them,
then goes back to the time display
after five seconds.
If an error occurs while operating
the optional CD changer, the display
will keep showing the error code and
will not switch to the time display
until the error is corrected.
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CONTINUED
Radio Frequencies and Reception
Audio System Lighting
Digital Clock
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
103
CLOCK BUTTON
H BUTTON
M BUTTON
RESET BUTTON
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For example:
1:06 would RESET to 1:00
1:52 would RESET to 2:00
You can use the RESET (Preset 6)
button to quickly set the time to the
nearest hour. If the displayed time is
before the half hour, pressing
RESETsetstheclockbacktothe
previous hour. If the displayed time
is after the half hour, pressing
RESET sets the clock forward to the
beginning of the next hour.
The tape direction indicator will light
to show you which side of the
cassette is playing. The indicates
thesideyouinsertedfacingupward
is now playing. If you want to play
the other side, press the PROG
button.
Turn the audio system ON. Make
sure the tape opening on the cassette
is facing to the right, then insert the
cassette most of the way into the slot.
The system will pull it in the rest of
the way, and begin to play.
The blinking stops and the time is
set when you press any buttons
other than the time setting buttons
(Presets 4, 5 and 6).
Operating the Cassette Player
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
104
EJECT
BUTTON
REW BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR
RPT
BUTTON
DOLBY BUTTON
PLAY BUTTON
FF BUTTON
CASSETTE
SLOT
PROG BUTTON
SKIP
SWITCH
−
−
The Skip Function allows
youtofindthebeginningofasong
or passage. To find the beginning of
the song or passage currently
playing, push the SKIP switch down.
You will see REW flashing in the
display as the tape rewinds. To find
the beginning of the next song, push
the SKIP switch up. You will see FF
flashing in the display as the tape
fast forwards. When the system
finds the beginning of a song or
passage, it goes back to PLAY mode.
With a cassette playing, you can use
the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT
function to find a desired program.
Fast Forward and Re-
wind move the tape rapidly. To re-
wind the tape, push the REW button.
You will see REW in the display. To
fast forward the tape, push the FF
button. You will see FF displayed.
Press the PLAY button to take the
system out of rewind or fast forward.
If the system reaches the end of the
tape while in fast forward or rewind,
it automatically stops that function,
reverses direction, and begins to play.
When the system reaches the end of
the tape, it will automatically reverse
direction and play the other side. If
you want to remove the cassette
from the drive, press the EJECT
button.
Dolby noise reduction turns on when
you insert a cassette. If the tape was
not recorded with Dolby noise reduc-
tion, turn it off by pressing the
button.
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SKIPTape Search Functions
FF/REW
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
105
− The Repeat function
continuously replays the current
song or passage. Press the RPT
button to activate it; you will see RPT
displayed as a reminder. When the
system reaches the end of the song
or passage currently playing, it will
automatically go into rewind. When
it senses the beginning of the same
song or passage, the system returns
to PLAY mode. It will continue to
repeat this same program until you
deactivate REPEAT by pressing the
button again.
REPEAT
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
106
EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION
INDICATOR
RPT BUTTON FF
BUTTON
REPEAT
INDICATOR
PLAY BUTTON
PROG BUTTON
DOLBY BUTTON
REW
BUTTON
SKIP SWITCH
Damaged cassettes can jam inside
the drive or cause other problems.
See page for information on
cassette care and protection.
The SKIP and REPEAT functions
use silent periods on the tape to find
the end of a song or passage. These
features may not work to your
satisfaction if there is almost no gap
between selections, a high noise
level between selections, or a silent
period in the middle of a selection.
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Caring for Cassettes
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
107
EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT
TAPE DIRECTION
INDICATOR
RPT BUTTON REW
BUTTON
FF
BUTTON
PLAY BUTTON
PROG BUTTON
DOLBY BUTTONSKIP SWITCH
A Compact Disc changer is available
from your dealer. It holds up to six
discs, providing several hours of
continuous entertainment. You
operate the CD changer with the
same controls used for the radio and
cassette player.
Using the instructions that came
with the changer, load the desired
CDs in the magazine, and load the
magazine in the changer. 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.
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
Operating the Optional CD
Changer
108
AM/FM BUTTON
TAPE/CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR
REPEAT INDICATOR
PWR/VOL KNOB
RPT BUTTON
SKIP SWITCH
PRESET BUTTONS
−
−
−
You can use the SKIP switch to
select tracks within a disc. If you
push and release the SKIP switch,
the system will move to the
beginning of a track. Push the switch
up to move to the beginning of the
next track, and push the switch
down to move to the beginning of
the current track.
If you push and hold the SKIP switch,
you will hear a beep and the system
will continue to move across tracks.
Release the switch when you think it
has reached the desired place on the
disc.
When you activate the
Repeat feature by pressing the RPT
button, the system continuously
replays the current track. You will
see RPT in the display as a reminder.
Press the RPT button again to turn it
off.
Press the CD button until ‘‘CD’’
appears in the display. The system
will start to play the first track of the
first disc in the magazine. Play only
standard round discs.
To select a different disc, press the
appropriate preset button (1 6). 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.
When that disc ends, the next disc in
the magazine is loaded and played.
After the last disc finishes, the
system returns to disc 1.
This feature,
when activated, plays the tracks on a
CD in random order, rather than in
the order they are recorded on the
CD. To activate Random Play, press
andholdtheRPTbuttonuntilyou
seeRDMinthedisplay.Thesystem
will then select and play tracks
randomly on the current disc. When
all tracks on that disc have been
played, the next disc is loaded and
played randomly. This continues
until you deactivate Random Play by
pressing RPT again.
To operate the CD changer, the
ignition must be in ACCESSORY (I)
or ON (II) and the audio system
must be on.
CONTINUED
REPEAT
RANDOM PLAY
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
109
If the system is in Repeat mode, you
must turn it off by pressing RPT
before you can select Random Play.
Then press the button again until
you see RDM displayed.
To take the system out of CD mode,
press the AM/FM button or insert a
cassette in the player. If a tape is
already in the cassette player, press
the TAPE button. When you return
to CD mode, play will continue at the
same disc and track.
For information on how to handle
and protect compact discs, see page
.
If you turn the system off while a CD
is playing, either with the PWR/VOL
knob or the ignition switch, play will
continue at the same disc and track
when you turn it back on.
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Protecting Compact Discs
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
110
AM/FM BUTTON
TAPE/CD BUTTON
RANDOM INDICATOR
REPEAT INDICATOR
PRESET BUTTONS
SKIP SWITCH
RPT BUTTON
PWR/VOL KNOB
Indication Solution
If you see an error indication in the
display while operating the optional
CD changer, find the cause in the
chart to the right. If you cannot clear
the error indication, take the car to
your Honda dealer.
Cause
If the code disappears within a few seconds,
unit is OK.
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.
Press the magazine eject button. If the maga-
zine does not eject, consult your Honda dealer.
Press the magazine eject button, and insert an
empty magazine.
Will disappear when the temperature returns to
normal.
See your Honda dealer.
Insert CD magazine.
Insert CD in magazine.
Disc-changer
malfunction.
CD magazine ejection
impossible.
Disc is in changer
mechanism.
High temperature
Misconnection or
disconnection of CD
changer.
No CD magazine in the
CD changer.
No CD in magazine.
CD Changer Error Indications
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
111
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).
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.’’
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.
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.
Radio Frequencies Radio Reception
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
112
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.
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
113
When a CD is not being played, store
it in its case to protect it from dust
and other contamination. To prevent
warpage, keep CDs out of direct
sunlight and extreme heat.
To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth.
Wipe across the disc from the center
to the outside edge.
A new CD may be rough on the
inner and outer edges. 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.
Handle a CD by its edges; never
touch either surface. Do not place
stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.
These and contamination from
fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip pens
can cause the CD to not play
properly, or possibly jam in the drive.
Protecting Compact Discs
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
114
If you do not clean the cassette
player regularly, it may eventually
become impossible to remove the
contamination with a normal
cleaning kit.
Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes.
Cassettes longer than that use
thinner tape that may break or jam
the drive.
Look at the cassette before you
insert it. If the tape is loose, tighten
it by turning a hub with a pencil or
your finger.
The cassette player picks up dirt and
oxides from the tape. This contami-
nation builds up over time and
causes the sound quality to degrade.
To prevent this, you should clean the
player after every 30 hours of use.
Your dealer has a cleaning kit
available.
Never try to insert foreign objects
into the cassette player.
When they are not in use, store
cassettes in their cases to protect
them from dust and moisture. Never
place cassettes where they will be
exposed to direct sunlight, high heat,
or high humidity. If a cassette is
exposed to extreme heat or cold, let
it reach a moderate temperature
before inserting it in the player.
If the label is peeling off, remove it
from the cassette or it could cause
the cassette to jam in the player.
Never try to insert a warped or
damaged cassette in the player.
If you see the error indication
‘‘ ’’ on the display, press
the EJECT button and remove the
cassette from the unit. Make sure
thetapeisnotdamaged.Ifthe
cassette will not eject or the error
indication stays on after the cassette
ejects, take the car to your Honda
dealer.
If a problem develops in the connec-
tion between the cassette player and
the radio, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in
the display. Take the car to your
Honda dealer.
Caring f or the Cassette Player
Audio System
Comfort and Convenience Features
115
116
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 car,
please read the information in this
section first.
.............................Break-in Period . 118
.........................................Gasoline . 118
.........Service Station Procedures . 119
................Filling the Fuel Tank . 119
....................Opening the Hood . 120
...............................Oil Check . 122
.........Engine Coolant Check . 123
...............................Fuel Economy . 124
.....................Vehicle Condition . 124
...........................Driving Habits . 124
...Accessories and Modifications . 126
.............................Carrying Cargo . 128
.................................Load Limit . 129
...................................Air Intake . 131
Before Driving
Before Driving
117
During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
We recommend gasolines containing
detergent additives that help prevent
fuel system and engine deposits.
Avoidhardbraking.Newbrakes
need to be broken-in by moderate
use for the first 200 miles (300
km).
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.
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.
Youshouldfollowthesesamere-
commendations with an overhauled
or exchanged engine, or when the
brakes are relined.
Do not change the oil until the
recommended time or mileage
intervalshowninthemaintenance
schedule.
Your Honda is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 86 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise in the engine that can lead to
mechanical damage.
Break-in Period, Gasoline
Before Driving
Break-in Period Gasoline
118
Open the fuel fill door by pulling
onthehandletotheleftofthe
driver’s seat.
Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
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.
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.
Because the fuel fill cap is on the
passenger’s side of the car, park
with that side closest to the
service station pumps.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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Filling the Fuel Tank
Service Station Procedures
Before Driving
119
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.
Shift to Park or Neutral and set
the parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
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 ).
Push the fuel fill door closed until
it latches.
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 up until it
releases the hood. Lift the hood.
1. 2.
5.
6.
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Service Station Procedures
Before Driving
Opening the Hood
120
HOOD
RELEASE
HANDLE
LATCH
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 ).
After closing the hood, make sure it
is securely latched.
Pull the support rod out of its clip
and insert the end into the hole on
theleftsideofthehood.
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,thenletitdrop.
3.
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Service Station Procedures
Before Driving
121
CLIP
SUPPORT ROD
Wipe the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert it all the way back in its tube.
Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
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.
2. 3.
1.
Oil Check
Service Station Procedures
Before Driving
122
DIPSTICK
Remove the dipstick again and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
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.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .
Refer to
on page for information
on checking other items in your
Honda.
4.
165
171
167
Adding
Engine Coolant
Adding Oil
Owner Maintenance
Checks
Engine Coolant Check
Service Station Procedures
Before Driving
123
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
RESERVE
TANK
MAX
MIN
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.
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.
Engine oil also affects fuel economy.
The fuel efficient, low-viscosity
0W-20 oil recommended for your
Insightisformulatedtohelpthe
engine use less fuel. This oil is
available at your Honda dealer.
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.
You can improve fuel economy by
driving moderately. Rapid acceler-
ation, abrupt cornering, and hard
braking use more fuel.
To get the best fuel mileage, drive in
the highest gear that is practical for
the speed you are driving, and
always accelerate slowly.
You may find that your Insight’s
unique combination of an engine and
an electric motor has driving
characteristics that are somewhat
different from what you are used to.
Shift Up and Shift Down indicators
(5-speed manual transmission only)
on the instrument panel show when
to shift to a higher or lower gear. By
shifting as soon as the indicator
comes on, you will keep the engine
operating in its most economical
range.
Wind resistance causes vehicles to
usemorefuelathigherspeeds.
Driving at moderate speeds on the
highway reduces wind resistance
and conserves fuel.
Depending on traffic conditions, try
to maintain a constant speed. Every
time you slow down and speed up,
your car uses extra fuel.
165
Fuel Economy
Before Driving
Vehicle Condition
Owner Maintenance
Checks
Driving Habits
124
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 air conditioning puts an extra
load on the engine which makes it
usemorefuel.TurnofftheA/Cto
cutdownonairconditioninguse.
Use the flow-through ventilation
when the outside air temperature is
moderate.
If air conditioning is needed, you can
save some fuel by using the A/C in
‘‘ECON’’ mode. When the outside
temperature is above 41°F (5°C),
this mode allows the Auto Idle Stop
function to shut off the engine when
the vehicle is stopped, resulting in
fuel savings.
You may notice that using the A/C
causes a greater drop in fuel
economy than you are used to in
other vehicles. Although the amount
of extra fuel used by the A/C load on
the engine is no greater than other
vehicles, it is more noticeable
because of your Insight’s excellent
fuel mileage. Using the A/C in hot
weather may result in fuel economy
that is lower than expected.
Fuel Economy
Before Driving
125
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.
If possible, have your dealer inspect
the final installation.
Have the installer contact your
Honda dealer for assistance before
installing any electronic accessory.
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.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your car.
These accessories have been
designed and approved for your car,
and are covered by warranty.
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.
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.)
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127
Accessories
Accessories and Modifications
Before Driving
126
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.
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.
Modifications Additional Safety Precaution
Before Driving
Accessories and Modifications
Do not attach or place objects on the
airbag covers.
127
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Your car has several convenient
storage areas so you can stow cargo
safely.
The glove box, rear center pocket
and seat-back pocket are designed
for small, lightweight items. The
cargo area is intended for larger,
heavier items.
However, carrying too much cargo,
or improperly storing it, can affect
your car’s handling, stability,
stopping distance, and tires, and
make it unsafe. Before carrying any
type of cargo, be sure to read the
following pages.
Do not store large objects in the
rear center pocket. The objects in
the pocket will be broken when
you adjust the seats backwards.
Carrying Cargo
Before Driving
128
STORAGE BOX
CARGO AREA
REAR CENTER
POCKET
SEAT-BACK POCKET GLOVE BOX
×
−
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].
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Load Limit
Carrying Cargo
Before Driving
129
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.
If you carry large items that
prevent you from closing the
hatch, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of carbon monoxide
poisoning, follow the instructions
on page .
The floor of the storage box is
made of a soft plastic material. It is
not strong enough to stand heavy
goods on it.
Distribute cargo evenly on the
floor of the cargo area, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
Tie down items that could be
thrown about the car during a
crash or sudden stop.
Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.
Do not stack objects higher than
the tops of the seat-backs. They
could block your view and be
thrown about the vehicle during a
crash or sudden stop.
Be sure items placed on the floor
behind the 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.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop.
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Carrying Cargo
Before Driving
Carrying Cargo in the Cargo AreaCarrying Items in the Passenger
Compartment
130
Do not spill any liquids over the air
intake and also do not put any small
foreign objects in it. This may
damage the IMA battery and the
power control unit.
The air intake for the IMA battery is
located behind the passenger’s seat.
Do not block this air intake with any
cargo.
To secure the cargo, you can use the
four cargo hooks on the cargo area.
The illustration shows the location of
each cargo hook.
The cargo net can be used to help
hold down light items in the cargo
area. The cargo net may not prevent
heavy items from being thrown
forward in a crash or a sudden stop.
Cargo secured with this net should
not exceed 22 lbs (10 kg). Heavy
items should be secured to the cargo
area floor with tie-downs or cinch
straps attached to the cargo hooks.
If equipped
Before Driving
Carrying Cargo
Air IntakeCargo Hooks Cargo Net
131
AIR INTAKE
Cargo Hooks and Cargo Net
132
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 . 135
....5-speed Manual Transmission . 136
............................Auto Idle Stop . 137
...........Auto Idle Stop Indicator . 138
Shift Up/Shift Down
...............................Indicators . 139
..............Engine Speed Limiter . 139
..............Automatic Transmission . 140
Continuously Variable
............Transmission (CVT) . 140
.Shift Lever Position Indicator . 140
................Shift Lever Positions . 141
.............Engine Speed Limitter . 143
....................Shift Lock Release . 144
............................Auto Idle Stop . 145
...........Auto Idle Stop Indicator . 146
...........................................Parking . 147
..............................Parking Tips . 147
.....................The Braking System . 148
.............Brake Wear Indicators . 148
...............Brake System Design . 149
.......................Anti-lock Brakes . 149
...............Driving in Bad Weather . 151
...........................Towing a Trailer . 152
Driving
Driving
133
Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ice.
Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (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 ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or fastened down
securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that the hood and hatch are
fully closed.
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day before
you drive your car.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passenger has fastened his or
her seat belt (see page ).
Make sure the doors and hatch
are securely closed and locked.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving
134
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. START (III) does not
function unless the clutch pedal is
depressed.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. If the engine
does not start right away, do not
hold the key in START (III) for
more than 15 seconds at a time.
Pause for at least 10 seconds
before trying again.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed half-way
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
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, keep the ignition key in
the START (III) position for no
more than 15 seconds. Return to
step 5 if the engine does not start.
If it starts, lift your foot off the
accelerator pedal so the engine
does not race.
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 ignition key in START
(III) for more than 15 seconds.
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.
Make sure the shift lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission (CVT):
Starting the Engine
Driving
Starting in Cold Weather at High
Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/
2,400 meters)
135
The manual transmission is syn-
chronizedinallforwardgearsfor
smooth operation. It has a lockout so
you cannot shift directly from Fifth
to Reverse. When shifting up or
down,makesureyoupushtheclutch
pedal down all the way, shift to the
next gear, and let the pedal up
gradually. When you are not shifting,
do not rest your foot on the clutch
pedal. This can cause your clutch to
wear out faster.
Come to a full stop before you shift
into Reverse. You can damage the
transmission by trying to shift into
Reverse with the 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 the vehicle speed is low
enough that you will not activate the
engine speed limiter in the lower
gear. Make sure the engine speed
will not go into the tachometer’s red
zone in the lower gear before
downshifting.
5-speed Manual Transmission
Driving
136
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.
To maximize fuel economy, your
Insight has an Auto Idle Stop
function. Under certain conditions,
the engine will shut off when you
come to a stop. Those conditions are:
The engine coolant is nearly up to
normal operating temperature.
The vehicle’s speed is below 19
mph (30 km/h) and you are
pressing on the brake pedal to
come to a stop.
You depress the clutch pedal.
You are not pressing on the
accelerator pedal.
The IMA battery is sufficiently
charged (at least 1/3 on the
Battery Level Gauge).
During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA
charge and power brake vacuum
reserve is monitored by the system.
If either drops below a desired level,
and the shift lever is in Neutral, the
engine will restart so it can recharge
the IMA battery or replenish the
vacuum supply.
The A/C is off, or in ECON mode,
and the outside temperature is
above 41°F (5°C) (see pages ,
).
There is adequate vacuum reserve
for the power brakes.
When these conditions are met, the
engine will shut off as you come to a
stop. It will start again automatically
when you depress the clutch pedal
and move the shift lever to first gear.
There is no need to start the engine
with the ignition switch.
It is recommended that you move
the shift lever to Neutral and remove
your foot from the clutch pedal while
you are stopped. Sitting with the
clutch pedal depressed and the shift
lever in gear will cause the engine to
continue running, defeating the fuel
economy benefits of the Auto Idle
Stop function.
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5-speed Manual Transmission
Driving
Auto Idle Stop
137
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that the engine has
stopped because of the Auto Idle
Stop function. When the indicator is
off, it means that Auto Idle Stop is
not active. When the indicator is on,
but the engine is not running, it
means the clutch pedal is depressed,
but the transmission is not in gear.
When the indicator is blinking, it
means the clutch pedal is not
depressed. You cannot restart the
engine with the ignition switch when
this light is blinking.
This indicator will blink, and you will
hear a chime, if you open the door
when Auto Stop is active.
Always turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0) and remove the key if you
are getting out of the vehicle.
5-speed Manual Transmission
Driving
Auto Idle Stop Indicator
138
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
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.
Either the Shift Up or Shift Down
indicator will light to show the best
time to shift to a higher or lower
gear. You can achieve the best fuel
economy by accelerating and
decelerating slowly, and shifting
when prompted by the Shift Up
indicator.
Road and traffic conditions may
require you to shift at times other
than those indicated.
The Shift Down indicator prompts
you to shift to a lower gear when you
are climbing a hill faster than 12 mph
(19km/h),losingspeed,and
pressing on the accelerator pedal.
5-speed Manual Transmission
Driving
Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators Engine Speed Limiter
139
SHIFT UP INDICATOR
SHIFT DOWN INDICATOR
Honda’s Continuously Variable
Transmission’s unique design
provides a smooth, constant flow of
power. It is electronically controlled
for more precise operation and
better fuel economy.
This indicator on the instrument
panel shows which position the shift
lever is in.
The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II). If it
flashes while driving (in any shift
position), it indicates a possible
problem in the transmission. Avoid
rapid acceleration and have the trans-
missioncheckedbyanauthorized
Honda dealer as soon as possible.
U.S. model
Continuously Variable
Transmission (CVT)
Shift Lever Position Indicator
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
140
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This position mechani-
cally locks the transmission. Use
Park whenever you are turning off or
starting the engine. To shift out of
Park, you must press on the brake
pedal, have your foot off the accelera-
tor pedal, and press the release
button on the side of the shift lever.
If you have done all of the above and
still cannot move the lever out of
Park, see Shift Lock Release on page
.
The shift lever has five positions. It
must be in Park or Neutral to start
the engine. When you are stopped in
D, L, N or R, press firmly on the
brake pedal and keep your foot off
the accelerator pedal.
You must also press the release
button to shift into Park. To avoid
transmission damage, come to a
complete stop before shifting into
Park. The shift lever must be in Park
before you can remove the key from
the ignition switch.
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To shift from:
PtoR
RtoP
NtoR
DtoL
NtoD
DtoN
LtoD
RtoN
Do this:
Press the brake pedal and
press the release button on
the lever.
Press the release button on
the lever.
Move the lever.
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
Park (P)
Shift Lever Positions
141
RELEASE
BUTTON
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To shift from Re-
verse to Park, see the explanation
under Park. To shift to Reverse from
Neutral, come to a complete stop
first. Press the release button before
shifting into Reverse from Neutral.
Use Neutral if you
need to restart a stalled engine, or if
it is necessary to stop briefly with
the engine idling. Always shift to
Park position if you need to leave the
vehicle for any reason. Press on the
brake pedal when you are moving
the shift lever from Neutral to
another position.
Use this mode for
everyday driving. The transmission
automatically adjusts to keep the
engine at the best speed for driving
conditions. To help the engine warm
up faster, the transmission will select
ratios that allow the engine to run at
higher speeds when it is cold. Push
the Drive mode button on the
steering wheel to change from the
Second mode to the Drive mode.
Use this position for
your normal driving. The drive
position has two modes, Drive (D)
andSecond(S).Youcanselectthe
desired mode with the two select
buttons on the steering wheel. The
‘‘D’’ indicator light remains lit in
either mode.
Reverse (R)
Neutral (N)
Drive (D)
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
Drive Mode
142
DRIVE MODE BUTTON
SECOND MODE BUTTON
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−
You can switch into and out of
Second mode with the ignition
switch ON (II) and the shift lever in
D position. If you turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY (I) in Second
mode, the mode is switched to Drive.
The ‘‘S’’ indicator also comes on for a
few seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON(II).
To shift to Low, press
the release button on the side of the
shift lever. Use Low to get more
power when climbing, and for
maximum engine braking when
going down steep hills.
ForfasteraccelerationwheninDor
L, the transmission will automatically
‘‘kick down’’ to a lower range of
ratios when you push the accelerator
pedal to the floor.
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.
In this mode, the
transmission selects a wider range of
ratios to give better acceleration.
Usethismodefordrivingupor
downhill. Push the Second mode
buttononthesteeringwheelto
select Second mode. Along with the
‘‘D’’ indicator, the ‘‘S’’ indicator
comes on as a reminder. To change
from Second (S) mode to Drive
mode, push the Drive mode button.
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
Low (L)
Engine Speed Limiter
Second (S) Mode
143
‘‘D’’ INDICATOR
‘‘S’’ INDICATOR
This allows you to move the shift
lever out of Park if the normal
method of pushing on the brake
pedal and pressing the release
button does not work.
Set the Parking brake.
Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
Push down on the key while you
pressthereleasebuttononthe
shift lever and move the shift lever
out of Park to Neutral.
Insert the key in the Shift Lock
Release slot.
Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift
Lock Release slot cover next to
theshiftlever.Useasmallflat-
tipped screwdriver or small metal
plate (neither are included in the
tool kit) to remove the cover.
Carefully pry on the edge of the
cover.
Remove the key from the Shift
Lock Release slot, then reinstall
thecover.Makesurethenotchon
the cover is on the left side.
Depress the brake pedal and
restart the engine.
If you need to use the Shift Lock
Release, it means your car is
developing a problem. Have the car
checked by your Honda dealer.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Driving
Shift Lock Release
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
144
COVER
RELEASE BUTTON
SHIFT LOCK
RELEASE SLOT
To maximize fuel economy, your
Insight has an Auto Idle Stop
function. Under certain conditions,
the engine will shut off when you
come to a stop. Those conditions are:
The engine coolant is nearly up to
normal operating temperature.
During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA
charge and power brake vacuum
reserve is monitored by the system.
If the vacuum reserve drops below
an optimal level, the engine will
restart to replenish the vacuum
supply. If the IMA charge drops
below an optimal level and the shift
lever is in Neutral, the engine will
restart to recharge the IMA battery.
The shift lever is in D or N.
You are not pressing on the
accelerator pedal.
The IMA battery is sufficiently
charged (at least 1/3 on the
Battery Level Gauge).
The A/C is off, or in ECON mode,
and the outside temperature is
above 41°F (5°C) (see pages ,
).
There is adequate vacuum reserve
for the power brakes.
When these conditions are met, the
engine will shut off as you are
braking to a stop and the vehicle
speed goes below 5 mph (8 km/h).
The engine will start again when you
release the brake pedal. It will also
restart, even if you are still pressing
the brake pedal, under these
conditions:
You move the shift lever from D
orNtoR,L,orP.
You press the accelerator pedal.
You are on an incline, and the
vehicle begins rolling.
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Driving
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Auto Idle Stop
145
The indicator blinks as a reminder
that the engine has stopped because
of the Auto Idle Stop function. You
cannot restart the engine with the
ignition switch when this light is
blinking.
If you open the driver’s door when
Auto Stop is active, the indicator will
blink and you will hear a chime. The
chime will stop when you close the
door.
Always turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0) and remove the key if you
are getting out of the vehicle.
Driving
Auto Idle Stop Indicator
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
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AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
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Make sure the windows are closed.
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.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the storage box or take them
with you.
If your car has an automatic
transmission, set the parking brake
before you put the transmission in
Park.Thiskeepsthecarfrom
moving and putting pressure on the
parking mechanism in the
transmission making it easier to
move the shift lever out of Park
when you want to drive away.
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.
If the car is facing uphill, turn the
front wheels away from the curb. If
you have a manual transmission, put
it in first gear.
If the car is facing downhill, turn the
front wheels toward the curb. If you
have a manual transmission, put it in
reverse gear.
Lock the doors and the hatch with
the key or the 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
Driving
147
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.
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.
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.
The front disc brakes on all models
have audible brake wear indicators.
Your Honda is equipped with front
disc brakes. The brakes on the rear
wheels are drum. A power assist
helps reduce the effort needed on
thebrakepedal.TheABShelpsyou
retain steering control when braking
very hard.
Your brakes may sometimes squeal
or squeak when you apply them
lightly. Do not confuse this with the
brake wear indicators. The
indicators make a very audible
‘‘screeching.’’
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.
Brake Wear Indicators
The Braking System
Driving
148
The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the left-front brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
etc.). If one circuit should develop a
problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.
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
straightaheadeventhoughyouturn
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.
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.
‘‘stomp and steer.’’
CONTINUED
Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the
brake pedal;
The Braking System
Driving
149
Front
＊
＊
it
only helps with steering control
during braking. You should always
maintain a safe following distance
from other vehicles.
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.
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.
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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Important Saf ety Reminders ABS Indicator
ABS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the car;
ABS will not prevent a skid that
results from changing direction
abruptly,
ABS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.
A car with ABS may require a
longer distance to stop
The Braking System
Driving
150
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
U.S. indicator shown
−− 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.
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.
Rain, fog, and snow conditions re-
quire 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.
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.
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
pages and / ).66 88 96
CONTINUED
VisibilityDriving Technique
Driving in Bad Weather
Driving
151
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Your vehicle is not designed to tow a
trailer. Attempting to do so can void
your warranties.
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
beingpassedbyothervehicles.The
spray from large vehicles reduces
your visibility, and the wind buffeting
can cause you to lose control.
Towing a TrailerTraction
Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer
Driving
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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.
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.
This section explains the importance
of keeping your car well maintained
andwhyyoushouldfollowbasic
maintenance safety precautions.
......................Maintenance Safety . 154
.Important Safety Precautions . 155
.................Maintenance Schedule . 156
...Required Maintenance Record . 163
.......Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
..............................Fluid Locations . 166
......................................Engine Oil . 167
..................................Adding Oil . 167
....................Recommended Oil . 167
..............................Synthetic Oil . 168
....................................Additives . 168
.....Changing the Oil and Filter . 169
.............................Cooling System . 171
............Adding Engine Coolant . 171
.......Replacing Engine Coolant . 173
....................Windshield Washers . 177
.......................Transmission Fluid . 178
Automatic Transmission
.....................................(CVT) . 178
5-speed Manual
.........................Transmission . 180
................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 181
............................Brake System . 181
...........................Clutch System . 182
.....................Air Cleaner Element . 183
....................................Hood Latch . 184
...........................................Battery . 185
.................................Wiper Blades . 187
..............Air Conditioning System . 190
..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 191
.......................................Drive Belt . 191
...............................................Tires . 192
......................................Inflation . 192
Recommended Tire
Pressures for Normal
...............................Driving . 193
..................................Inspection . 193
..............................Maintenance . 194
.............................Tire Rotation . 195
...Replacing Tires and Wheels . 195
......................Wheels and Tires . 196
..........................Winter Driving . 196
.............................Snow Tires . 197
............................Tire Chains . 197
.............................................Lights . 198
.....................Headlight Aiming . 200
........................Replacing Bulbs . 200
...........................Storing Your Car . 206
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Maintenance
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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.
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.
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.
Maintenance
Maintenance Safety
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Maintenance Safety
Maintenance
Important Safety Precautions
Carbon monoxide poisoning
from engine exhaust.
Burns from hot parts.
Injury f rom moving parts.
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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.
The services and time or distance
intervals shown in the maintenance
schedule assume you will use your
car as normal transportation for
passengers and their possessions.
You should also follow these
recommendations:
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.
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.’’
Drive your car regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with
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U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, failure to perform
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, Honda
recommends that all maintenance
services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage
period to ensure long-term reliability.
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 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.
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
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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Follow the Normal Conditions
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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Canadian Owners
Maintenance
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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
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,
then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
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90
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105
168
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120
192
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Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil filter
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace air cleaner element
Inspect valve clearance
Replace spark plugs
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace transmission fluid
Inspect front and rear brakes
Replace brake fluid
Check parking brake adjustment
Replace dust and pollen filter
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition
at least once per month)
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
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page .
Adjust only if noisy
U.S. model
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Canadian owners:
A, B, C
A
B
C
Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this
schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply.
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.
Replace spark plugs. Inspect valve clearance.
Check idle speed.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace transmission fluid (M/T) .
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Replace engine coolant.
Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 195 ).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox 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 dust and pollen filter.
Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
7,500 mi/12,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yrs
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/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
9yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs
then every 60,000 mi/
96,000 km/5 yrs
Replace every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years.
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.
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Follow the Severe Conditions
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,
such as a taxi or a commercial
delivery vehicle.
Driving with a roof rack, or
driving in mountainous
conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or
de-iced roads.
Follow the Maintenance
Schedule for Severe Conditions.
MAINLY
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Maintenance
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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 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years,
then every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3 years
Inspect every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
Every 3 years (independent of mileage)
Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
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 and adjust drive belts
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace transmission fluid
Inspect front and rear brakes
Replace brake fluid
Check parking brake adjustment
Replace dust and pollen filter
Lubricate all hinges, locks, and latches
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition
at least once per month)
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
15
24
12
30
48
24
45
72
36
60
96
48
75
120
60
90
144
72
105
168
84
120
192
96
Adjust only if noisy
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M/T
CVT
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Use normal schedule except in dusty conditions
2
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A, B, C, D
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
A
B
C
D
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time interval.
Refer to page to determine which schedule to use.
Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do item in A.
Replace engine oil and filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 195 ).
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.
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 and adjust drive belts.
Replace transmission fluid (CVT).
Replace dust and pollen filter.
3,750 mi/6,000 km
7,500 mi/12,000 km/6 mos
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/3 yrs
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
63,750 mi/102,000 km
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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 .
Refer to page for replacement information under special
driving conditions.
NOTE:
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Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
Inspect valve clearance. Replace spark plugs.
Check idle speed.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do item in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do item in A.
Replace transmission fluid (M/T).
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Replace brake fluid (independent of mileage).
Replace engine coolant.
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
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/6 yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
9yrs
120,000 mi/192,000 km/10 yrs,
then every 60,000 mi/
96,000 km/5 yrs
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)
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Maintenance
Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)
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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
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe
conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your car.
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)
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Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules)
164
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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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 .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you fill the fuel tank. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. 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 .
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 .
Brakes Check the fluid level
monthly. See page .
Automatic transmission (CVT)
Check the fluid level monthly. See
page .
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Owner Maintenance Checks
Maintenance
165
Fluid Locations
Maintenance
166
ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
CLUTCH FLUID
(Gray cap)
BRAKE FLUID
(Gray cap)
ENGINE
COOLANT
RESERVOIR
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(CVT)
(Yellow loop)
RADIATOR CAP
To add oil, unscrew and remove the
engine oil fill cap on top of the valve
cover. Pour in the oil, and install 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.
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.
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.
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Adding Oil Recommended Oil
Engine Oil
Maintenance
167
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
Your Honda does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
affect your engine’s or transmission’s
performance and durability.
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.
The numbers on the container’s label
tell you the oil’s viscosity or weight.
Select the oil for your car according
to this chart.
A very low-viscosity, fuel-efficient
0W-20 oil is the preferred engine
lubricant for your Insight. This
special oil is formulated to help your
engine use less fuel. It is available at
your Honda dealer. A 5W-20 oil may
be used if 0W-20 is not available.
Make sure the API Certification Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
Engine Oil
Maintenance
Additives
Synthetic Oil
168
Ambient Temperature
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
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.
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.
Open the hood and remove the
engine oil fill cap. Remove the
black cover under the engine.
Remove the oil drain bolt and
washer from the bottom of the
engine. Drain the oil into an
appropriate container.
Do not loosen the smaller bolt
located above the drain bolt.Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
1.
2. 3.
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Changing the Oil and Filter
Engine Oil
Maintenance
169
WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT
Let the engine run for several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil filter for leaks.
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.
Install the black cover under the
engine.
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):
Remove the oil filter and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
Honda dealer) is required to
remove the filter.
Install a new oil filter according to
instructions that come with it.
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.
4.
5.
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7.
8.
9.
11.
10.
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Maintenance
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OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
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.
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.
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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Adding Engine Coolant
Cooling System
Maintenance
171
RESERVE TANK
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
Remove the radiator cap by
pushing down and turning
counterclockwise.
Turn the radiator cap counter-
clockwise, without pressing down
on it, until it stops. This relieves
any pressure remaining in the
cooling system.
Make sure the engine and radiator
are cool.
The coolant level should be up to
the base of the filler neck. Add
coolant if it is low.
Put the radiator cap back on.
Tighten it fully.
Pour coolant into the reserve tank.
Fill it to halfway between the MAX
and MIN marks. Put the cap back
on the reserve tank.
Do not add any rust inhibitors or
other additives to your car’s cooling
system. They may not be compatible
with the coolant or engine compo-
nents.
Pour the coolant slowly and carefully
so you do not spill. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled coolant
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
1.
Cooling System
Maintenance
172
RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK
CONTINUED
Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn
the temperature control dial to
maximum heat. Turn off the
ignition and remove the key. Open
the hood. Make sure the engine
and radiator are cool to the touch.
Remove the alloy cover under the
radiator.
Remove the radiator cap.
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.
2.
3.
Replacing Engine Coolant
Cooling System
Maintenance
173
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. Drain the coolant into an
appropriate container.
Remove the reserve tank from its
holder by pulling it straight up.
Drain the coolant into an
appropriate container, then put the
tank back in its holder.
5.4.
Cooling System
Maintenance
174
DRAIN BOLT
RESERVE TANK CAP
RESERVE TANK HOLDER
CONTINUED
When the coolant stops draining,
tightenthedrainplugatthe
bottom of the radiator. Put a new
washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt in the
engine block. Tighten it securely.
Tightening torque:
Remove the engine cover.
Tighten the bleeder bolt when
coolant comes out in a steady
stream with no bubbles.
Install the radiator cap, and
tighten it fully.
The cooling system capacity is:
Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of
the engine.
Pour Honda All Season
Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into
the radiator. This coolant is a
mixture of 50 percent anti-freeze
and 50 percent water. Pre-mixing
is not required.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Cooling System
Maintenance
175
CAP
BLEEDER BOLT
61 lbf·ft (83 N·m , 8.5 kgf·m)
0.61 US gal (2.3
)
Fill the reserve tank to the MAX
mark. Install the reserve tank cap.
Install the radiator cap, and
tighten it fully.
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.
Install the engine cover.
Pour coolant into the water outlet
up to its edge. Install the cap.
Pour coolant into the funnel until
the coolant stops flowing into the
engine.
Remove the cap from the water
outlet, and install a pipe and funnel.
Start the engine and let it run for
about 30 seconds. Then turn off
the engine.
16.
15.
17.
18.
19.
14.
13.
12.
11.
Cooling System
Maintenance
176
Check the level in the windshield
washer reservoir at least monthly
duringnormaluse.Inbadweather,
when you use the washers often,
check the level every time you stop
for fuel. This reservoir supplies the
windshield and rear window washers.
Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
When you refill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition the blade edges.
The windshield washer reservoir is
located behind the passenger’s side
headlight. Check the reservoir’s fluid
level by removing the cap and
looking at the level gauge attached
to the cap.
Windshield Washers
Maintenance
177
LEVEL GAUGE
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.
Park the car on level ground. With
the A/C off, let the engine run
until the radiator cooling fan
cycles on and off twice. Then turn
off the engine.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
from the transmission and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
NOTE: For accurate results, wait at
least 60 seconds, and no more than
90 seconds, after turning off the
engine to check the fluid level.
Remove the dipstick and check
the fluid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks within the HOT range.
1.
2.
3.
4.
U.S. model
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
178
DIP STICK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
HOT
If the level is below the lower
mark, add fluid into the filler hole
to bring it to the upper mark.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled fluid
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it is not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission fluid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect shift quality. Have
the transmission flushed and
refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
To thoroughly flush the transmission,
the technician should drain and refill
it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and refill the
transmission a final time.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration. If you
added fluid, return to step 1 to
recheck the fluid level.
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to add fluid,
contact your Honda dealer.
5.
6.
Transmission Fluid
Maintenance
179
Check the fluid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the car sitting on
the level ground.
Remove the black cover under the
engine.
Remove the transmission filler bolt
and carefully feel inside the bolt hole
with your finger. The fluid level
should be up to the edge of the bolt
hole. If it is not, add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall
the filler bolt and tighten it securely.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certification seal that says ‘‘For
Gasoline Engines’’ as a temporary
replacement. However, motor oil
does not contain the proper additives
andcontinuedusecancausestiffer
shifting. Replace as soon as it is
convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
5-speed Manual Transmission
180
Correct Level
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.
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.
Check the fluid level in the reser-
voirs monthly. There are up to two
reservoirs, depending on the model.
They are:
Brake fluid reservoir (all models)
Clutch fluid reservoir
(manual transmission only)
The brake fluid should be replaced
according to the time recommenda-
tion in the maintenance schedule.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled fluid could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your car’s braking
system and can cause extensive
damage.
Maintenance
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Brake System
181
MIN
MAX
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
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Clutch System
182
MAX
MIN
The air cleaner element should be
replaced according to the time and
distance recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
Remove the old air cleaner
element.
Unsnap the four clips and remove
the air cleaner housing cover.
To replace it:
The air cleaner element is inside the
air cleaner housing in the engine
compartment.
Carefully clean the inside of the
air cleaner housing with a damp
rag.
Reinstall the air cleaner housing
cover and snap the four clips back
into place.
Place the new air cleaner element
in the air cleaner housing.
1.
3.
2.
4.
5.
Replacement
Air Cleaner Element
Maintenance
183
CLIPS
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
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.
Maintenance
Hood Latch
184
PIVOTS
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 battery condition by
looking at the test indicator window
on the battery. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.
Check the condition of your car’s 12
volt battery monthly. You should
check the color of the test indicator
window, and for corrosion on the
terminals.
CONTINUED
Battery
Maintenance
WARNING:
Wash hands after handling.
185
TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
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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.
Maintenance
Battery
186
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.
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.
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.
To replace a front wiper blade: 2.
1.
CONTINUED
Wiper Blades
Maintenance
187
WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and the arms.
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.
Wiper Blades
Maintenance
188
BLADE
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
Slide the blade out of the holder.
Slide the new blade into the holder.
Make sure it is engaged in the slot
along its full length.
To replace a rear wiper blade:
Raise the wiper arm off the
windshield.
Pull one end of the blade out from
the holder.
Insert both ends of the blade into
the holder. Make sure they are
secure.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
1.
2.
Wiper Blades
Maintenance
189
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.
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
.)
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.
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.
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Standard on cars with automatic
transmission (CVT)
Maintenance
Air Conditioning System
190
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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With Air Conditioning System
Without Air Conditioning System
The dust and pollen filter removes
pollen and dust from the outside air
the heating and cooling system
brings into the interior. It should be
replaced according to the time and
distance recommendations in the
maintenance schedule.
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.
Check the condition of the drive belt.
Examine the edges of the belt for
cracks or fraying.
Check the tension of the belt by
pushingonitwithyourthumb
midway between the pulleys.
Thebeltshouldhavethefollowing
‘‘play’’ or deflection.
If you see signs of wear or looseness,
have your dealer adjust or replace
the belt.
Maintenance
Drive BeltDust and Pollen Filter
Dust and Pollen Filter, Drive Belt
191
COMPRESSOR BELT
0.30 0.41 in (7.5 10.5 mm)
0.33 0.43 in (8.5 11.0 mm)
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
To safely operate your 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.
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.
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.
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).
Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressures on page .
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.
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Inflation
Maintenance
Tires
192
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.
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.
Thecompactsparetirepressureis:
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.
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 .
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.
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Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure
for Normal Driving
Front:
Rear:
CONTINUED
Tires
Maintenance
Recommended Tire Pressures for
Normal Driving
Inspection
193
P165/65R14 78S
38 psi (260 kPa)
35 psi (240 kPa)
60 psi (420 kPa)
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.
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.
Maintenance
Tires
Maintenance
194
INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS
TREAD WEAR INDICATORS
Improper wheel weights can damage
your car’s aluminum wheels. Use only
Honda wheel weights f or balancing.
CONTINUED
To help increase tire life and
distribute wear more evenly, you
should have the tires rotated every
7,500 miles (12,000 km). Move the
tires to the positions shown in the
chart each time they are rotated.
When shopping for replacement
tires, you may find that some tires
are ‘‘directional.’’ This means they
are designed to rotate only in one
direction. If you use directional tires,
they should be rotated only front-to-
back.
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.
Maintenance
Tires
Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels
195
Front Front
(For Non-directional
Tires and Wheels)
(For Directional
Tires and Wheels)
＋
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.
Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or
‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an
all-weather tread design. They
should be suitable for most winter
driving conditions. Tires without
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.
TheABSworksbycomparingthe
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the vehicle. Tire size
and construction can affect wheel
speed and may cause the system to
work inconsistently.
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.
Wheels:
Tires:
See page for information about
DOT Tire Quality Grading.
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Tires
Maintenance
Winter Driving
Wheels and Tires
196
14x51/2JJ
P165/65R14 78S
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.
Mount snow chains on your vehicle
when warranted by driving condi-
tions or required by local laws. Make
sure the chains are the correct size
for your tires. Install them only on
the front tires. If metal chains are
used, they must be SAE class ‘‘S.’’
Cable type traction devices can also
be used.
When installing chains, follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and
mount them as tightly as you can.
Drive slowly with chains installed. If
you hear the chains contacting the
body or chassis, stop and investigate.
Make sure the chains are installed
tightly, and that they are not
contacting the brake lines or
suspension. Remove the chains as
soon as you begin driving on cleared
roads.
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 car’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 car’s
original equipment tires. You should
drive cautiously even when the roads
areclear.Checkwiththetiredealer
for maximum speed recommenda-
tions.
Snow Tires Tire Chains
Tires
Maintenance
197
Chains of the wrong size or that are
improperly installed can damage your
car’s brake lines, suspension, body, and
wheels. Stop driving if you hear the
chains hitting any part of the car.
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.
Lights
Maintenance
198
FRONT PARKING LIGHT
HEADLIGHT SIDE MARKER LIGHT
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT
Check the following:
Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
High-mount brake light
Turn signals
Back-up lights
Hazard light function
License plate light
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian models)
If you find 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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Lights
Maintenance
199
HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT
LICENSE PLATE LIGHT
BACK-UP LIGHT
TURN SIGNAL
LIGHT
BRAKE/TAILLIGHT
Open the hood. Remove the electrical connector
fromthebulbbysqueezingthe
connector on both sides to unlock
the tab. Pull the connector straight
off.
Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab.
If you need to change the head-
light bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the engine coolant
reservoir tank by pulling it out of
its holder.
Your car has halogen headlight
bulbs, one on each side. When
replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel
base and protect the glass from
contactwithyourskinorhard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area, readjustment may be
required. Adjustment of the
headlights should be performed by a
Honda technician or other qualified
mechanic.
1. 2.
3.
Lights
Maintenance
Headlight Aiming
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
200
HOLDER WEATHER SEAL BULB
CONNECTOR HOLD-DOWN WIRE
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
CONTINUED
Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire from its slot. Pivot it out of
the way and remove the bulb.
Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘TOP.’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the tabs of the new bulb. Make
sure it locks in place.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
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 into the
socket.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Reinstall the engine coolant
reserve tank.
(Driver’s side)
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Lights
Maintenance
Replacing the Front Parking
Lights
Replacing a Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal Light Bulb
201
Pull the inner fender cover back.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the screw from the top of
the fender.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
Put the inner fender cover in place.
Tighten the screw securely.
3.
2. 4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Lights
Maintenance
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Open the hatch.
Pull the cover back.
Loosen the nut holding the rear
light assembly.
Remove the two covers. Remove
the two screws holding the rear
light assembly. Remove the light
assembly.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Determine which bulb, brake/
taillight, back-up light, side marker
light or turn signal is burned out.
Remove the socket for that bulb
by turning counterclockwise.3.
2.
4. 5.
6.
7.
1.
Lights
Maintenance
Replacing Rear Bulbs
203
COVER
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Reinstall the light assembly and
tighten the two screws and nut.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the two screws holding
the license plate light lens.
Reinstall the two screws and
tighten them securely.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
Reinstall the two covers in the rear
light assembly.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Turn on the parking lights and
check that the new bulb is
working.
Put the cover in place in the cargo
area.
3.
2.
4.
5.
1.
8.
9.
11.
10.
12.
Lights
Maintenance
Replacing a Rear License Plate
Bulb
204
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.
Removethelensbycarefully
prying on the edge of the lens in
the middle with a fingernail file or
a small flat-tip screwdriver. Do not
pry on the edge of the housing
around the lens.
Removethelensbycarefully
prying on the edge of the lens with
a fingernail file or a small flat-tip
screwdriver. Do not pry on the
edge of the housing around the
lens.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its metal tabs.
Push the new bulb into the metal
tabs. Snap the cover back in place.
1.
2.
3.
1. 2.
3.
Lights
Maintenance
Replacing an Interior Light Bulb Replacing the Cargo Area Light
205
INTERIOR LIGHT
Block the rear wheels.
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.
Support the front and rear wiper
blade arms with a folded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and hatch seals. Also, apply a body
wax to the painted surfaces that
mate with the door and hatch seals.Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Reverse (5-
speed manual) or Park (CVT).
Disconnect the 12 volt battery.
Reconnect the 12 volt battery and
drive your car every month for
about 30 minutes. This will keep
the IMA battery charged and in
good condition.
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 (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called for in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the car has actually
reached that time or mileage.
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158
Maintenance
Storing Your Car
206
Regular cleaning and polishing of
your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’
looking. This section gives you
informationonhowtocleanyourcar
and preserve its appearance: the
paint, brightwork, wheels and
interior. Also included are several
things you can do to help prevent
corrosion.
.................................Exterior Care . 208
............................Roof Antenna . 208
......................Rear Wheel Skirt . 208
.....................................Washing . 209
.......................................Waxing . 210
....................Aluminum Wheels . 210
..........................Paint Touch-up . 210
..................................Interior Care . 211
...................................Carpeting . 211
.................................Floor Mats . 211
.........................................Fabric . 212
...........................................Vinyl . 212
...................................Seat Belts . 212
....................................Windows . 213
..........................Air Fresheners . 213
....................Corrosion Protection . 213
.................................Body Repairs . 214
Appearance Care
Appearance Care
207
Beforeusinganautomaticcarwash,
remove the radio antenna so it does
not get damaged. Remove the
antenna by unscrewing it. When you
reinstall the antenna, tighten it
securely.
If an automatic car wash has tire
cleaning brushes, remove the skirts
covering the rear wheels so they will
not be damaged. See page for
how to remove and install the skirts.
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Exterior Care
Appearance Care
Roof Antenna Rear Wheel Skirt
208
Although almost all exterior panels on
your Honda are made of hardened
aluminum, they may dent more easily
than steel under some conditions.
Exercise care when leaning on or over
any part of the body.
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 ).
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.
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.
Wash the car using the water and
detergent solution and a soft-
bristle brush, sponge, or soft cloth.
Start at the top and work your way
down. Rinse frequently.
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.
210
Exterior Care
Appearance Care
Washing
209
Chemical solvents and strong cleaners
can damage the paint, metal, and
plastic on your car.
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Polishes Polishes and cleaner/
waxes can restore the shine to paint
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.
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.
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.
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.
Clean your Honda’s aluminum alloy
wheels as you do the rest of the
exterior.Washthemwiththesame
solution, and rinse them thoroughly.
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.
Waxing
Aluminum Wheels
Paint Touch-up
Exterior Care
Appearance Care
210
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.
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.
The Honda driver’s floor mat was
designed to hook over the floor mat
anchor. This keeps the floor mat
from sliding forward and possibly
interfering with the pedals.
If you remove the driver’s floor mat,
make sure to re-anchor it when you
putitbackinyourcar.
If you replace it, use a Honda floor
matthatisdesignedtobeusedwith
the floor mat anchor in your car.
If equipped
Carpeting Floor Mats
Interior Care
Appearance Care
211
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.
Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth
dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol.
If 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.
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.
Vinyl
Seat Belts
Fabric
Interior Care
Appearance Care
212
LOOP
Repair chips and scratches in the
paint as soon as you discover them.
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.
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.
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.
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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Windows Air Fresheners Corrosion Protection
Interior Care, Corrosion Protection
Appearance Care
213
The rear window defogger wires are
bonded to the inside of the glass.
Wiping vigorously up-and-down can
dislodge and break the def ogger wires.
When cleaning the rear window, use
gentle pressure and wipe side-to-side.
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.
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.
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.
Make sure the repair facility uses
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 Honda parts used in the repair.
Although most insurers recognize
the quality of original parts, some
maytrytospecifythattherepairsbe
done with other available parts. You
should investigate 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.
Have the corrosion-preventive
coatings on the underside of your
car inspected and repaired
periodically.
Body Repairs
Corrosion Protection, Body Repairs
Appearance Care
214
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 . 216
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 217
..........If Your Engine Won’t Start . 223
Nothing Happens or the
Starter Motor Operates
............................Very Slowly . 223
The Starter Operates
................................Normally . 224
................................Jump Starting . 225
............If Your Engine Overheats . 227
.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 229
..........Charging System Indicator . 230
.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 231
.......................Readiness Codes . 232
...............Brake System Indicator . 233
..............................................Fuses . 234
..........Checking and Replacing . 235
.................If Your Car Gets Stuck . 239
......................Emergency Towing . 240
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected
215
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.
Compact Spare Tire
Taking Care of the Unexpected
216
INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
60 psi (420 kPa)
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.
Remove the storage box from the
cargo area well.
Take the tool kit from the spare
tire well. Remove the jack (in the
jack cover) from the inside of the
spare tire.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
Park the car on firm, level and
non-slippery ground away from
traffic. Put the transmission in
Reverse (5-speed manual) or Park
(CVT). Apply the parking brake.
Open the hatch. Raise the cargo
area floor by lifting up on the back
edge.
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.
2.
3.
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4.
5.
6.
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Changing a Flat Tire
Taking Care of the Unexpected
217
FLOOR BOARD TOOL KIT
STORAGE BOX
SPARE TIRE
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.
Rear tire only:
Use the end of the extension or a
flat-tipped screwdriver to loosen
the two stud fasteners holding the
rear wheel skirt.
Pull the rear wheel skirt
downward.
Remove the center cap from the
wheel with the end of the
extension or a flat-tipped
screwdriver.
Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2
turn with the wheel wrench.
Do not catch your clothes or
hands on the hooks on the rear
fender when you replace the
wheel.
1. 2. 3.
4.
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Changing a Flat Tire
218
REAR WHEEL SKIRT
STUD
FASTENER
CENTER CAP
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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.
Use the extension and wheel
wrench as shown to raise the car
until the flat tire is off the ground.
Remove the wheel nuts, then
remove the flat tire. Temporarily
place the flat tire on the ground
with the outside surface of the
wheel facing up. You could scratch
the wheel if you put it face down.
5. 6. 7.
Changing a Flat Tire
Taking Care of the Unexpected
219
JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION
Before mounting the spare tire,
wipeanydirtoffthemounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully,itmaybehotfrom
driving.
Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on finger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel wrench
until the wheel is firmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten
them fully.
Lowerthecartothegroundand
remove the jack.
8. 9. 10.
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Changing a Flat Tire
220
HUB
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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:
Tighten the two stud fasteners.
Do not catch your clothes or
hands on the hooks on the rear
fender when you replace the
wheel.
To install the rear wheel skirt,
place the skirt against the body.
Line up the slots on the skirt with
the tabs in the body, then push the
skirt upward.
Make sure the wheel skirt is
installed correctly.
Alignthe marksonthestud
fastener with the marks on the
wheel skirt.
11. 12. 13.
Changing a Flat Tire
Taking Care of the Unexpected
221
TAB
SLOT
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
It is not recommended to drive your car
without the wheel skirts.
It will af f ect the fuel consumption.
Store the jack and tool kit back in
the spare tire well.
Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
Remove the spacer cone from the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
Securetheflattirebyscrewing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
Store the center cap in the spare
tire well. Make sure it does not get
scratched or damaged.
Install the storage box in the cargo
area well.
Lower the cargo area floor, then
close the hatch.
15.
16.
17.
14.
19.
20.
18.
Changing a Flat Tire
Taking Care of the Unexpected
222
WING BOLT SPACER CONE
Loose items can fly around the
interior in a crash and could
seriously injure the occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools
securely before driving.
Diagnosing why your engine won’t
start falls into two areas, depending
on what you hear when you turn the
key to START (III):
You hear nothing, or almost
nothing. The engine’s starter
motor does not operate at all, or
operates very slowly.
You can hear the starter motor
operating normally, or the starter
motor sounds like it is spinning
faster than normal, but the engine
does not start up and run.
When you turn the ignition switch to
START (III), you do not hear the
normal noise of the engine trying to
start. You may hear a clicking sound
or series of clicks, or nothing at all.
Check these things:
Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the floor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or Neutral.
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.
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 .
Turn the ignition switch to START
(III). If the headlights do not dim,
check the condition of the fuses. If
the fuses are OK, there is proba-
bly 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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225
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Nothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
Jump Starting
Emergency Towing
If Your Engine Won’t Start
Taking Care of the Unexpected
223
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to START (III), but
the engine does not run.
Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to
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.
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 .
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 ).
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225
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234
240
The Starter Operates Normally
Starting the
Engine
Emergency
Towing
If Your Engine Won’t Start
Taking Care of the Unexpected
224
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If your car’s 12 volt battery has run
down,youmaybeabletostartthe
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:
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.
Turn off all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,
lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
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.
You cannot start a Honda with an
automatic transmission (CVT) by
pushing or pulling it.
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2.
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Jump Starting
Taking Care of the Unexpected
225
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 grounding strap
as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part of
the engine.
The numbers in the illustration show
you the order to connect the jumper
cables.
If the booster battery is in another
vehicle, have an assistant start
that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.
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.
5.
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4.
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BOOSTER BATTERY
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 hood.
In either case, you should take
immediate action.
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.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn
off the engine.
Safely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Turn off the heating and cooling
system and all other accessories.
Turn on the hazard warning
indicators.
The pointer of your car’s tempera-
ture gauge should stay in the mid-
range under most conditions. It may
go higher if you are driving up a long
steep hill on a very hot day. If it
climbs to the red mark, you should
determine the reason.
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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.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn off the engine.
Wait until you see no more signs
of steam or spray, then open the
hood.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 ).
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 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.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
12.
11.
10.
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228
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.
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.
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.
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 .)
The engine running generates the
oil pressure.
When the auto idle stop is
activated, the engine is stopped.
But the low oil pressure indicator
does not light.
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2.
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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.
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: A/C, rear defogger, etc.
Try not to use other electrically-
operated controls such as the radio.
Keep the engine running and take
extra care not to stall it. Starting the
engine will discharge the battery
rapidly.
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CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
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.
Youshouldalsohavethedealer
inspect your car if this indicator
comes on repeatedly, even though it
may turn off as you continue driving.
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 at least three
days of normal driving.
If the indicator remains on past that,
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.
This indicator may also come on
along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp
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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.
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. Refer to
State Emissions Testing for more
information. (See page .)
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition ON (II), but do not start the
engine. The Malfunction Indicator
Lamp will come on for 20 seconds. If
it then goes off, the readiness codes
are set. If it blinks 5 times, the
readiness codes are not set.
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If you must drive the car a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and cautiously.
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 .)
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.
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.
The Brake System Indicator is a
reminder to check the parking brake.
It comes on and stays lit if you do not
fully release the parking brake.
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BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
U.S. indicator shown
All the electrical circuits in your car
have fuses to protect them from a
short circuit or overload. These
fuses are located in two fuse boxes.
The interior fuse is underneath the
dashboard on the driver’s side.
Remove the storage pocket by
swinging the lid down, pushing up,
and pulling it straight out of its
hinges.
The under-hood fuse box is located
in the engine compartment. To open
it, push the tabs as shown.
Fuses
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234
INTERIOR TAB UNDER-HOOD
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.
Check the smaller fuses in the
under-hood fuse box and all the
fuses in the interior fuse boxes by
pulling out each fuse with the fuse
puller provided in the under-hood
fuse box.
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Checking and Replacing Fuses
Fuses
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235
FUSE
BLOWN
FUSE PULLER
Look for a burned wire inside the
fuse. If it is burned, replace it with
oneofthesparefusesofthesame
rating or lower.
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.
If you cannot drive the car 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 sure
youcandowithoutthatcircuit
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.
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6.
Fuses
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236
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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No. Amps. Circuits Protected
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
10 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
15 A
20 A
7.5 A
20 A
SRS
Fuel Pump, SRS
Front Wiper
FI-ECU
Turn Light
Meter
IG Coil
Power Window, Passenger
Starter Signal
Power Window, Driver
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
7.5 A
10 A
20 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
7.5 A
ACC Radio
ACC Socket
Not used
LAF Heater
Small Light
Air Conditioning, R/C
Mirror
Daytime Running Light
Back Up Light
Interior Light
Radio
Daytime Running Light
Door Lock
Tailgate Lock
IMA
Not used
Rear Wiper
Back Light
: Canadian model only
Fuses
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
50 A
80 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
15 A
IG1 Main
Battery
ABS Motor
Hazard
IMA
Horn Stop
Fuel Pump
Left Headlight
Not used
Right Headlight
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
30 A
40 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
30 A
40 A
7.5 A
20 A
Cooling Fan
Heater Motor
Rear Defroster
ABS F/S
Power Steering
Back Up, ACC
Power Window
IMA ECU
Condenser Fan
Spare Fuse
Fuses
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
If your car gets stuck in sand, mud,
or snow, call a towing service to pull
it out (see page ).
To use the towing hook:
For very short distances, such as
freeing the car, you can use the
detachable towing hook that mounts
on the anchor in the front bumper.
Remove the towing hook and
wheel wrench from the tool box.
Remove the cover from the
bumper with the end of the
extension.
Screw the towing hook into the
hole and tighten it securely by
hand.
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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.
If your car needs to be towed, call a
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.
The operator
loads your car on the back of a truck.
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.
If your Honda cannot be transported
by flat-bed, it should be towed by
wheel-lift equipment with the front
wheels off the ground. If due to
damage, your car must be towed
with the front wheels on the ground,
do the following:
With the front wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the car no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
If your car is equipped with a front
spoiler, remove it before towing so it
is not damaged.
Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to Neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Turn off the engine.
5-speed Manual Transmission
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Wheel-lif t Equipment
Flat-bed Equipment
Sling-type Equipment
This is
an acceptable way to tow your
Honda.
This is the best way to transport
your Honda.
This method of towing is
unacceptable.
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Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission, your car must be
transported with the f ront wheels of f
the ground.
If you decide to tow your car with all
four wheels on the ground, make
sure you use a properly-designed and
attached tow bar. Prepare the car for
towing as described above, and leave
the ignition switch in Accessory (I)
so the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
socket are turned off so they do not
rundownthebattery.
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Trying to lif t or tow your car by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the car’s weight.
The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in Accessory (I), and
make sure the steering wheel turns
f reely bef ore you begin towing.
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Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your 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 . 244
................................Specifications . 246
DOT Tire Quality Grading
......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 248
Uniform Tire Quality
..................................Grading . 248
.................................Treadwear . 248
......................................Traction . 248
.............................Temperature . 249
...........................Tire Information . 250
.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 251
......Driving in Foreign Countries . 252
.......................Emissions Controls . 253
.....................The Clean Air Act . 253
Crankcase Emissions Control
....................................System . 253
Evaporative Emissions Control
....................................System . 253
Onboard Refueling Vapor
................................Recovery . 253
...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 254
....................PGM-FI System . 254
Ignition Timing Control
................................System . 254
Three Way Catalytic
...........................Converter . 254
....................Replacement Parts . 254
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 255
..............State Emissions Testing . 256
Technical Information
Technical Inf ormation
243
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.
Identification Numbers
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
CERTIFICATION LABEL
The Engine Number is stamped into
the engine block.
The Transmission Number is on a
label on top of the transmission.
The IMA Motor Number is stamped
on the motor housing.
Identification Numbers
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245
ENGINE NUMBER
IMA MOTOR NUMBER
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT)
NUMBER
TRANSMISSION NUMBER
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Specifications
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246
Dimensions
Weights
Engine
Capacities
66.7 in (1,695 mm)
53.3 in (1,355 mm)
94.5 in (2,400 mm)
56.5 in (1,435 mm)
52.2 in (1,325 mm)
10.6 US gal (40 )
155.0 in (3,938 mm)Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
0.61 US gal (2.3 )
1.06 US gal (4.0 )
2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 )
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
2.4 US qt (2.3
)
3.2 US qt (3.0 )
1.6 US qt (1.5 )
1.7 US qt (1.6 )
5.8 US qt (5.5 )
3.5 US qt (3.3 )
ILZFR5A-11
10.3 : 1
10.8 : 1
60.8 cu-in (995 cm )
2.8x3.21in(72x81.5mm)
Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC VTEC in line
3-cylinder gasoline engine
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual transmission
fluid
Automatic transmission
fluid (CVT)
Windshield washer reservoir
Front
Rear
Approx.
Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary.
U.S. model
M/T
CVT
1:
Change
Total
Change
Without filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
2:
3:
1
3
2
Including filter
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Air Conditioning Alignment
Tires
12 Volt Battery
Fuses
Lights
HFC-134a (R-134a)
17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)
SP-10
12 V 60/55 W (HB2)
0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.12 in (3.0 mm)
0°
1°
2°
P165/65R14 78S
T115/70D14 88M
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
Toe-in
Camber
Caster
Size
Pressure
12 V 21 W
12 V 5 W
12 V
12 V
21/5 W
21 W
12 V 18 W
12 V
12 V
5W
5W
12 V
12 V
5W
3.4 W
12V 27Ah/5HR
30 Ah/5 HR12 V
Capacity
Interior
Under-hood
See page 237 or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page 238 or the fuse box
cover.
Headlights (HI/LO)
Front turn signal lights
Front parking lights
Side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Brake/Taillights
Back-up lights
Trunk light
License plate light
Interior light
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Spare
38 psi (260 kPa)
35 psi (240 kPa)
60 psi (420 kPa)
U.S. model
M/T
CVT
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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 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.
The tires on your car meet all U.S.
Federal Safety Requirements. All
tires are also graded for treadwear,
traction, and temperature perform-
ance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) standards.
The following explains these
gradings.
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between the tread shoulder and the
maximum section width. For
example:
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
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The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified indoor
laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material
of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature
can lead to sudden tire failure. The
grade C corresponds to a level of
performance which all passenger 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.
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.
Technical Inf ormation
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Temperature A,B,C
249
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The tires that came on your car have
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
225
55
R
94
V
16
DOT
B97R
FW6X
2202
Technical Inf ormation
Tire Information
Tire Labeling
Tire Size
Tire Identification Number
250
DOT B97R FW6X 2202
P225/55R16 94V
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.
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.(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.’’
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.
MTBE
ETHANOL
METHANOL
Oxygenated Fuels
Technical Inf ormation
251
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.
Driving in Foreign Countries
Technical Inf ormation
252
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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
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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.
In Canada, Honda vehicles comply
with the Canadian emission
requirements, as specified in an
agreement with Environment
Canada, at the time they are
manufactured.
Your 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.
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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The Clean Air Act
Crankcase Emissions Control
System
Evaporative Emissions Control
System
Onboard Refueling Vapor
Recovery
Emissions Controls
Technical Inf ormation
253
The exhaust emissions controls
include three systems: PGM-FI,
Ignition Timing Control, and Three
Way Catalytic Converter. These
three systems work together to
control the engine’s combustion and
minimize the amount of HC, CO, and
NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The
exhaust emissions control systems
are separate from the crankcase and
evaporative emissions control
systems.
This system constantly adjusts the
ignition timing, reducing the amount
of HC, CO, and NOx produced.
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)
or the Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) uses various sensors to
determine how much air is going
into the engine. It then controls how
much fuel to inject under all operat-
ing 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 emissions control systems are
designed and certified to work to-
gether in reducing emissions to
levels that comply with the Clean Air
Act. To make sure the emissions
remain low, you should use only new
Honda replacement parts or their
equivalent for repairs. Using lower
qualitypartsmayincreasethe
emissions from your car.
The three way catalytic converter is
in the exhaust system. Through
chemical reactions, it converts HC,
CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust
to carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen
(N ), and water vapor.
2
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Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts
PGM-FI System
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Ignition Timing Control System
Emissions Controls
Technical Inf ormation
254
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.
Always use unleaded gasoline.
Even a small amount of leaded
gasoline can contaminate the
catalyst metals, making the three
way catalytic converter ineffective.
Keep the engine tuned-up.
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.
Three Way Catalytic Converter
Technical Inf ormation
255
THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER
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 ambient
temperature is between 20° and
95°F.
Make sure the vehicle has been
parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, start the engine and let it
idle for 20 seconds.
Keep the vehicle in Park
(automatic transmission) or
Neutral (manual transmission).
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
Technical Inf ormation
256
Then drive in city/suburban
traffic for at least 10 minutes.
When traffic conditions allow, let
the vehicle coast for several
seconds without using the
accelerator pedal or the brake
pedal.
If the testing facility determines the
readiness codes are still not set, see
your Honda dealer.
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
D (CVT) or 5th (M/T). 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).
State Emissions Testing
Technical Inf ormation
257
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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.
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands:
If you are dissatisfied with the
decision made by the dealership’s
management, contact your Honda
Customer Relations Office.
U.S. Owners:
Canadian Owners:
When you call or write, please give
us this information:
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
Warranty and Customer Relations
260
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
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 250-4318
American Honda Motor Co.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Boulevard
Torrance, California 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE
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Your new Honda is covered by these
warranties:
provides prorated
coverage for a replacement battery
purchased from a Honda dealer.
a seat
belt that fails to function properly is
coveredfortheusefullifeofthe
vehicle.
covers all genuine
Honda replacement parts against
defects in materials and workman-
ship.
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.
provides
coverageforaslongasthepur-
chaser of the muffler owns the car.
these two
warranties cover your vehicle’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.
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.
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.
Replacement Battery Limited
Warranty
Seat Belt Limited Warranty
Replacement Parts Limited
Warranty
Rust Perf oration Limited Warranty
New Car Limited Warranty
Replacement Muffler Lifetime
Limited Warranty
Emissions Control Systems Defects
Warranty and Emissions
Performance Warranty
Original Equipment Battery Limited
Warranty
Accessory Limited Warranty
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Warranty Coverages
Warranty and Customer Relations
261
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.
Warranty and Customer Relations
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)
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CONTINUED
............................Capacities Chart . 246
.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 41
.............................Carrying Cargo . 128
Cassette Player
............................................Care . 115
...................................Operation . 104
..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
Battery
Charging System
...........................Indicator . 47, 230
............................Jump Starting . 225
..............................Maintenance . 185
............................Specifications . 247
..............................Before Driving . 117
....................................Belts,Seat .8,35
.............................Beverage Holder . 81
.................................Body Repairs . 214
Brakes
.............Break-in, New Linings . 118
...........................................Fluid . 181
....................Bulb Replacement . 203
.........................................Parking . 79
.................System Indicator . 48, 233
........................Wear Indicators . 148
.............................Braking System . 148
........................Break-in, New Car . 118
..Brightness Control, Instruments . 62
........................Brights, Headlights . 61
Bulb Replacement
..........................Back-up Lights . 203
...............................Brake Light . 203
................Front Parking Lights . 201
........Front Side Marker Lights . 201
.................................Headlights . 200
...........................Interior Lights . 205
...................License Plate Light . 204
............................Specifications . 247
....................Turn Signal Lights . 201
..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 200
...Accessories and Modifications . 126
................................Accessories . 126
...Additional Safety Precaution . 127
............................Modifications . 127
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................Position) . 70
...............Accessory Power Socket . 81
....................Additives, Engine Oil . 168
...............................Airbag (SRS) . 9, 37
................Air Conditioning System . 90
..............................Maintenance . 190
............................................Usage . 92
.........................Air Outlets (Vents) . 90
.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 192
.........................Normal Driving . 193
.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 251
......................................Antifreeze . 171
Anti-theft Steering Column
..............................................Lock . 69
..........................Appearance Care . 207
..................................Audio System . 98
........................Auto Idle Stop . 137, 145
..............Automatic Transmission . 140
..........................Capacity, Fluid . 246
...............Checking Fluid Level . 178
.......................................Shifting . 140
.Shift Lever Position Indicator . 140
................Shift Lever Positions . 141
....................Shift Lock Release . 144
Index
A
B
C
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..............................Economy, Fuel . 124
............Emergencies on the Road . 215
.............Battery, Jump Starting . 225
...........Brake System Indicator . 233
................Changing a Flat Tire . 217
.......................................CD Player . 108
........................Certification Label . 244
............................................Chains . 197
....................Charge/Assist Gauge . 57
Changing Oil
........................................How to . 169
......................................When to . 158
....................Changing a Flat Tire . 217
............Changing Engine Coolant . 173
...Charging System Indicator . 47, 230
............Checklist, Before Driving . 134
.....................................Child Safety . 19
Child Seats
..........Tether Anchorage Points . 34
....................Cleaner Element, Air . 183
Cleaning
......................................Exterior . 208
.......................................Interior . 211
...................................Seat Belts . 212
...........................................Vinyl . 212
....................................Windows . 213
.........................Clock, Setting the . 103
...................................Clutch Fluid . 182
........................CO in the Exhaust . 253
............Cold Weather, Starting in . 135
..............................Compact Spare . 216
...............Consumer Information . 260
.............Controls, Instruments and . 43
Coolant
........................................Adding . 171
....................................Checking . 123
.........................Proper Solution . 171
...................................Replacing . 173
...................Temperature Gauge . 58
....................Corrosion Protection . 213
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................System . 253
.....................Current Fuel Mileage . 53
..........Customer Relations Office . 260
................DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................Dashboard . 2, 44
................Daytime Running Lights . 62
............Defects, Reporting Safety . 262
....................Defog and Defrost . 88, 96
................Defogger, Rear Window . 66
..........Defrosting the Windows . 88, 96
....................................Dimensions . 246
...............Dimming the Headlights . 61
Dipstick
..................................Engine Oil . 122
..........................Directional Signals . 63
........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 148
.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 170
..................Display Change Button . 50
Doors
..............Locking and Unlocking . 71
..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
Downshifting, 5-speed Manual
.............................Transmission . 136
.......................................Drive Belt . 191
...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................Driving . 133
....................................Economy . 124
.........................In Bad Weather . 151
................In Foreign Countries . 252
..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 191
Index
D
E
II
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.....Charging System Indicator . 230
..................Checking the Fuses . 234
.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 229
...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 231
..................Overheated Engine . 227
...........................Emergency Brake . 79
......................Emergency Flashers . 65
......................Emergency Towing . 240
.......................Emissions Controls . 253
Engine
.............................................Belt . 191
....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 58
Malfunction Indicator
................................Lamp . 48, 231
..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 167
...............................Overheating . 227
............................Specifications . 246
.......................................Starting . 135
..........Engine Speed Limiter . 139, 143
......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 251
.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 253
...............................Exhaust Fumes . 41
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................Belts by . 17
..................Exterior, Cleaning the . 208
............................Fabric, Cleaning . 212
.....................................Fan, Interior . 84
Features, Comfort and
................................Convenience . 83
....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 119
Filter
.........................Dust and Pollen . 191
...............................................Oil . 169
5-speed Manual Transmission
...............Checking Fluid Level . 180
................................Shifting the . 136
.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 65
...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 217
Fluids
Automatic Transmission
.....................................(CVT) . 178
..........................................Brake . 181
.........................................Clutch . 182
..............Manual Transmission . 180
..................Windshield Washer . 177
FM Stereo Radio
...................................Reception . 112
.....Foreign Countries, Driving in . 252
..........................Four-way Flashers . 65
.................................................Fuel . 118
......................Fill Door and Cap . 119
...........................................Gauge . 58
................Octane Requirement . 118
...............................Oxygenated . 251
........................Reserve Indicator . 49
........................Tank, Filling the . 119
.....................Fuses, Checking the . 234
...............Gas Mileage, Improving . 124
..........................................Gasohol . 251
.........................................Gasoline . 118
...............Fuel Reserve Indicator . 49
...........................................Gauge . 58
................Octane Requirement . 118
........................Tank, Filling the . 119
................Gas Station Procedures . 119
Index
F
G
III
Gauges
Engine Coolant
...........................Temperature . 58
...............................................Fuel . 58
...............................Speedometer . 50
.................................Tachometer . 58
Gearshift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission
.....................................(CVT) . 140
5-speed Manual
.........................Transmission . 136
..............................Glass Cleaning . 213
........................................Glove Box . 80
.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 200
Hatch
.................................Opening the . 71
...................Open Monitor Light . 49
..............Hazard Warning Flashers . 65
Headlights
............Daytime Running Lights . 62
..................High Beam Indicator . 49
........................Reminder Beeper . 61
........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 200
...................................Turning on . 63
.............................................Heating . 84
.............High Altitude, Starting at . 135
.................High-Low Beam Switch . 61
....................................Hood Latch . 184
.......................Hood, Opening the . 120
..................................................Horn . 60
...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 182
.................................Hydroplaning . 152
..................................................Keys . 67
........................Jacking up the Car . 219
.......................................Jack, Tire . 217
................................Jump Starting . 225
.......................Label, Certification . 244
.................Lane Change, Signaling . 63
....................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15, 35
....................Lifetime Fuel Mileage . 55
Lights
....................Bulb Replacement . 200
.......................................Indicator . 45
.........................................Parking . 61
..................................Turn Signal . 63
.....................................Load Limit . 129
...Identification Number, Vehicle . 244
Ignition
..............................................Keys . 67
...........................................Switch . 69
............Timing Control System . 254
.........Important Safety Precautions . 6
.........Indicators, Instrument Panel . 45
......................................Infant Seats . 20
...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 192
.........................Normal Driving . 193
...................................Inside Mirror . 78
.............................Inspection, Tire . 193
............................Instrument Panel . 45
........Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
...........................Interior Cleaning . 211
.................................Interior Lights . 82
........................................Introduction . i
Index
H
I
J
K
L
IV
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......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 69
Locks
............................Fuel Fill Door . 119
............................................Hatch . 71
........................Low Coolant Level . 123
.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 49
...Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 139
...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 246
.........................................Luggage . 128
..................New Vehicle Break-in . 118
..................NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
...............Numbers, Identification . 244
..................................Maintenance . 153
...Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
........................................Record . 163
......................Required Indicator . 59
..........................................Safety . 154
....................................Schedule . 156
.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 48, 231
...................Manual Transmission . 136
........Manual Transmission Fluid . 180
...............................Meters, Gauges . 50
...................Methanol in Gasoline . 251
..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 78
...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 118
.........................................Odometer . 50
...............................Odometer, Trip . 53
Oil
........................Change, How to . 169
......................Change, When to . 158
......................Checking Engine . 122
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................Chart . 168
...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 70
Onboard Refueling Vapor
....................................Recovery . 253
.........................Opening the Hatch . 71
..Operation in Foreign Countries . 252
..............................Outside Mirrors . 78
....................Overheating, Engine . 227
.......Owner Maintenance Checks . 165
.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 251
..............................Paint Touch-up . 210
..............Panel Brightness Control . 62
...........................................Parking . 147
.................................Parking Brake . 79
Parking Brake and Brake
.................System Indicator . 48, 233
..Parking Over Things that Burn . 147
.............................PGM-FI System . 254
..................Polishing and Waxing . 210
............Pre-Drive Safety Checklist . 11
.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
............................Protecting Adults . 12
...Additional Safety Precautions . 18
.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 17
........................Protecting Children . 19
.......Protecting Larger Children . 30
.........Protecting Small Children . 26
Using Child Seats with
.....................................Tethers . 34
Index
M
N
O
P
V
＊
＊
...................Radiator Overheating . 227
......Radio/Cassette Sound System . 98
..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 203
............................Rear View Mirror . 78
.................Rear Window Defogger . 66
....................Rear Window Washer . 65
.......................Rear Window Wiper . 65
...............Reclining the Seat Backs . 76
Replacement Information
.................Air Cleaner Element . 183
..........................Engine Coolant . 173
................Engine Oil and Filter . 169
..........................................Fuses . 234
................................Light Bulbs . 200
....................................Schedule . 156
...................................Drive Belt . 191
...........................................Tires . 195
.............................Wiper Blades . 187
Replacing Seat Belts After a
............................................Crash . 36
Reserve Tank, Engine
...............................Coolant . 123, 171
...............................Restraint, Child . 19
................................Rotation, Tire . 195
..................................Safety Belts . 8, 35
.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 262
.................................Safety Features . 7
...........................................Airbags . 9
..................................Door Locks . 10
..........................Head Restraints . 10
.......................................Seat Belts . 8
.....................Seats & Seat-Backs . 10
.............Safety Labels, Location of . 42
...............................Safety Messages . ii
.....................................Seat Belts . 8, 35
...............Additional Information . 35
.....................................Cleaning . 212
......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 35
................................Maintenance . 36
Reminder Light and
................................Beeper . 35, 47
...................System Components . 35
...............Use During Pregnancy . 17
...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15
........................Seats, Adjusting the . 76
...............................Serial Number . 244
...........................Service Intervals . 156
...........................Service Manual . 263
.........Service Station Procedures . 119
..........................Setting the Clock . 103
.....Shift Lever Position Indicator . 140
........................Shift Lock Release . 144
...............................Signaling Turns . 63
.....................................Snow Tires . 197
...................Solvent-type Cleaners . 209
..................................Sound System . 98
Spare Tire
......................................Inflating . 216
............................Specifications . 247
....................Specifications Charts . 246
...................................Speedometer . 50
..........SRS, Additional Information . 37
...Additional Safety Precautions . 40
How the SRS Indicator
.......................................Works . 39
...........How Your Airbags Work . 37
........................SRS Components . 37
..................................SRS Service . 40
.............................SRS Indicator . 39, 47
....START (Ignition Key Position) . 70
.......................Starting the Engine . 135
In Cold Weather at High
..................................Altitude . 135
................With a Dead Battery . 225
Index
RS
VI
CONTINUED
........Steam Coming from Engine . 227
Steering Wheel
.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 69
.....................Stereo Sound System . 98
...........................Storing Your Car . 206
Supplemental Restraint
..................................System .9,37
......................................Servicing . 40
.........................SRS Indicator . 39, 47
...................System Components . 37
..................................Synthetic Oil . 168
.....................................Tachometer . 58
......Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 203
Taking Care of the
...............................Unexpected . 215
....................................Tape Player . 104
Technical Descriptions
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
.....Emissions Control Systems . 253
.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 251
Three Way Catalytic
...............................Converter . 255
.......................Temperature Gauge . 58
..............Tether Anchorage Points . 34
..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 255
..........................Time, Setting the . 103
....................................Tire Chains . 197
.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 217
...........................Tire Information . 250
...............................................Tires . 192
..............................Air Pressure . 193
.........................Checking Wear . 193
..........................Compact Spare . 216
......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
......................................Inflation . 192
..................................Inspection . 193
...................................Replacing . 195
......................................Rotating . 195
...........................................Snow . 197
............................Specifications . 247
................................Tire Chains . 197
...................Tools, Tire Changing . 217
Towing
.....................................A Trailer . 152
................Emergency Wrecker . 240
Transmission
Checking Fluid Level,
..................Automatic (CVT) . 178
Checking Fluid Level,
...................................Manual . 180
..................Fluid Selection . 179, 180
..............Identification Number . 245
..................Shifting the Manual . 136
.....................................Treadwear . 248
.....................................Trip Meters . 53
....................................Trip Mileage . 54
....................................Turn Signals . 63
.............Underside, Cleaning . 208, 213
Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................of the . 215
....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 248
........................Unleaded Gasoline . 118
.....................Upholstery Cleaning . 211
.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 170
.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 129
......................Vehicle Dimensions . 246
Index
T
U
V
VII
＊
＊
.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii
.........Warning Labels, Location of . 41
..................Warranty Coverages . 261
Washer, Windshield
.....................................Operation . 64
.........................................Washing . 209
..................Waxing and Polishing . 210
Wheels
............Alignment and Balance . 194
..........................Compact Spare . 216
......................................Wrench . 219
Windows
.....................................Cleaning . 213
...........................Rear, Defogger . 66
Windshield
.......................................Cleaning . 63
...............................Defroster . 88, 96
.......................................Washers . 64
Wipers, Windshield
.......................Changing Blades . 187
.....................................Operation . 63
....................................Worn Tires . 193
.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 240
....Vehicle Identification Number . 244
.............................Vehicle Storage . 206
.................................................VIN . 244
...............................Vinyl Cleaning . 212
..................................Viscosity, Oil . 168
U.S. and Canada only
Index
W
VIII
IX
X
XI
Service Information Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Automatic Transmission Fluid
(CVT):
5-speed Manual Transmission
Fluid:
10.6 US gal (40
)
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Spare Tire:
Rear:
Front:
API Premium grade 0W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
1.6 US qt (1.5
)
Capacity (including differential):
5.8 US qt (5.5
)
Capacity:
Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) only.
Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see page
).
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 86 or higher.
38 psi (260 kPa)
35 psi (240 kPa)
60 psi (420 kPa)
167
181
180
