Introduction .........................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Comfort and Convenience Features ..............................................................................................

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving.................................................................................................................................

What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index......................................................................................................................................................

Gas Station Information

Information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Summary of Contents for Honda 1994 Accord Wagon

Page 1: Table Of Contents
1994 Accord Wagon Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
Page 2: Introduction
Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 1994 Honda Accord Wagon was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. To enhance the enjoyment of your new car, take time to study this manual. In it, you will learn about your car's many conveniences and useful features.
Page 3 A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol and one Your Honda or other of three words, DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These mean: property can be damaged if you don't follow instructions.
Page 4 Driver and Passenger Safety Child Safety ....This section gives you important Supplemental Restraint System information about occupant Important Safety Reminder Where Should Children Sit? protection.
Page 5: System
Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat The seats, head restraints, and Seat-backs are upright and belts and other features that work door locks also play a role in head restraints are properly together to protect you and your occupant safety.
Page 6: And How It Works
The Seat Belt System and How It Works A pregnant woman needs to wear Why Wear Seat Belts a seat belt to protect herself and Wearing seat belts and wearing her unborn child (see page 10). them properly is fundamental to Not wearing a seat belt your safety and the safety of your increases the chance of being...
Page 7: Components
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Lap/Shoulder Belt Lap Belt Seat Belt System Components Your Honda has seat belts in all BUCKLE UPPER SEAT five seating positions. The front BELT ANCHOR seats and the outside positions of the rear seat have lap/shoulder To retractor.
Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing Seat Belts Properly Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt You can increase the effective- ness of your seat belts if you take a little time to read the following pages and make sure you know how to wear seat belts properly.
Page 9: The Seat Belt System And How It Works
The Seat Belt System and How It Works 4. Pull up on the shoulder part of If the shoulder belt crosses To unlatch the seat belt, push the red PRESS button on the buckle. the belt to remove any slack. your neck, you need to adjust Guide the belt across your body Make sure the belt goes over...
Page 10: Wearing The Lap Belt
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing the Lap Belt 1. Pull the latch plate across To unlatch the belt, push the red 2. Position the belt so it fits as your hips, and insert it into PRESS button on the buckle. low as possible across your the buckle marked CENTER.
Page 11: Advice For Pregnant Women
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Seat Belt Maintenance Advice for Pregnant Women If possible, use the lap/shoulder seat belt, remembering to keep For safety, you should check the the lap portion as low as possible condition of your seat belts (see page 7).
Page 12: Supplemental Restraint System
Supplemental Restraint System A diagnostic system that, when Your Accord is equipped with a SRS INDICATOR DRIVER'S Supplemental Restraint System the ignition is ON (II), continu- PASSENGER'S AIRBAG (SRS) to help protect your head ally monitors the sensors, AIRBAG and chest during a severe frontal control unit, airbag activator, collision.
Page 13: Important Safety Reminder
Supplemental Restraint System An airbag inflates and deflates How the Driver's FRONTAL COLLISION RANGE very quickly. It cannot protect Airbag Works you during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash. A seat belt helps keep you in the proper position when an airbag inflates.
Page 14: Airbag Works
Supplemental Restraint System How the Passenger's To do its job, the airbag inflates After the bag completely inflates, with considerable force. So, while it immediately starts deflating so Airbag Works it can reduce serious injuries and it won't interfere with your even save your life, the airbag visibility, ability to steer, or ability might cause some facial...
Page 15 Supplemental Restraint System This airbag is quite large and How the SRS Indicator Because of the airbag, we strongly S R S inflates with considerable force. It recommend that you do not put Light Works can seriously hurt a front seat an infant seat in the front The purpose of the SRS light passenger who is not in the...
Page 16: System Service
Do not modify your steering dangerous. Get assistance from a system is virtually maintenance- wheel or any other part of the Honda dealer if your car must free. There are no parts you can supplemental restraint system. be scrapped. safely service.
Page 17: Additional Safety Information
Additional Safety Information The seat belts and airbags are Seat-Back Position Head Restraint Position obviously important parts of your The seat-backs should be in an occupant protection system. upright position for you and your passengers to get the most In addition, you should know that protection from the seat belts.
Page 18: Door Locks
Additional Safety Information Door Locks Driving With Pets For further information, contact your veterinarian or local animal It is not safe to leave your car Loose pets can be a hazard while protection society. doors unlocked. A passenger, you are driving. An unrestrained especially a child, could open a pet can interfere with your ability door and accidentally fall out.
Page 19: Child Safety
Child Safety We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger seat. If the airbag An infant or child who is not inflates, it can hit the seat with properly restrained can be killed great force.
Page 20: Reminders
Child Safety Important Safety Reminders General Guidelines for To properly route a seat belt through a child seat, follow the Never hold a baby or child on Restraining Children Under seat-maker's instructions. If you your lap when riding in a car. If 40 Ib (18 kg) use a lap/shoulder belt, be sure you are wearing your seat belt,...
Page 21 Child Safety Restraining an Infant We recommend that, whenever Restraining a Child Who possible, you put the infant seat Who Weighs Less Than Weighs Between 20 and in the center position of the rear 20 Ib (9 kg) 40 Ib (9 and 18 kg) seat and secure it to the car with the lap belt.
Page 22 Child Safety The preferred place to put a Restraining a Child Who Put the lap/shoulder belt on your toddler seat is in the center child and check its fit. The Weighs Over 40 Ib (18 kg) position of the rear seat. Use the shoulder belt should fit over car's lap belt to secure the seat to the collarbone and across the...
Page 23: Locking Clip
ATTACHMENT desired position. Route the POINTS lap/shoulder belt through the 4. Install the locking clip as Your Honda has three attachment restraint according to the seat shown. Position the clip as points for tether-style child seats. manufacturer's instructions. close as possible to the Two are on the floor behind each latch plate.
Page 24: Storing A Child Seat
American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 The anchor plate and mounting hardware for a t o p tether are supplied w i t h the car.
Page 25: Alcohol And Drugs
Alcohol and Drugs Driving a car requires your full The safest thing you can do is If you have no choice but to drive, attention and alertness. Traffic never drink and drive. This can stop drinking and give yourself conditions change rapidly. You be done if you plan ahead.
Page 26: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains With the tailgate open, air flow carbon monoxide gas. You can pull exhaust gas into your should have no problem with car's interior and create a Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. carbon monoxide entering the hazardous condition.
Page 27: Safety Labels
They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully, and don't remove them. RADIATOR CAP If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. BATTERY Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 28 Driver's Lumbar Support .. Turn Signals ... . . operation of your Honda. All the Head Restraints ..Windshield Wipers ..
Page 29: Control Locations
Control Locations HEATING/COOLING CONTROL DIGITAL CLOCK AUDIO SYSTEM DOOR LOCK MIRROR CONTROLS POWER WINDOW SWITCH FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE Instruments and Controls...
Page 30: Indicator Lights
Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR information about your car. SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER PARKING BRAKE AND LIGHT BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* Lamp Check CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL Many of the indicator lights INDICATOR LOW OIL...
Page 31 Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator lights when you turn the ignition ON (II). It is a SEAT BELT REMINDER PARKING BRAKE AND LIGHT BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL...
Page 32 Indicator Lights Charging Low Oil Parking Brake U.S. Canada System Indicator Pressure Indicator and Brake BRAKE This light indicates the battery This indicator lights when the System is not being charged. It should oil pressure in the engine drops Indicator Light come on when the ignition is low enough to cause damage.
Page 33 Indicator Lights U.S. Anti-Lock Brake U.S.: Malfunction Supplemental CHECK Restraint System System (ABS) Indicator Lamp Indicator Indicator Canada: Check Canada The SRS light normally comes on Engine Light for a few seconds when you turn This light comes on for a few the ignition ON (II).
Page 34 Indicator Lights Door and Brake Lamp High Beam Indicator Turn Signal and Monitor Hazard This light comes on with the Warning high beam headlights. See page Indicators for information on the headlight The left or right turn signal light controls. blinks when you signal a lane change or turn.
Page 35 Cruise Control Shift Lever Position Indicator CRUISE transmission checked by an CONTROL Indicator (Automatic Transmission authorized Honda dealer as soon This lights when you set the only) as possible. cruise control. See page information on operating the cruise control. Low Fuel...
Page 36 Gauges Odometer ODOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE TACHOMETER GAUGE The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under federal law (in the U.S.) and provincial regulations (in Canada) to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to...
Page 37 Gauges Temperature Gauge ODOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE TACHOMETER GAUGE This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to...
Page 38: Instruments And Controls
Gauges Maintenance Required inserting your key in the slot next to the indicator. Indicator INDICATOR SLOT The indicator reminds you when it is time for scheduled mainte- nance. When it nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km) since the last mainte- nance, the indicator will turn yellow.
Page 39: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for REAR WINDOW driving features you use most INSTRUMENT PANEL DEFOGGER often. The left lever controls BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD the turn signals, headlights, and WIPERS/WASHERS high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.
Page 40 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver's door. To change between low beams The rotating switch on the left and high beams, pull the turn lever controls the lights.
Page 41 Controls Near the Steering Wheel To flash the high beams, pull back Turn Signals Instrument Panel Brightness and hold the turn signal lever. Release the lever and the high beams will go off. The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.
Page 42 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers Rear Window Wiper/Washer The rear window wiper switch is To operate the wipers in mist The right lever controls the wind- mode, push the control lever located next to the windshield shield wipers and washers. The down.
Page 43 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Washers Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger To clean the front windshield, Push the red button to the left of The rear window defogger will pull back on the wiper control the clock to turn on the hazard clear fog, frost, and thin ice from lever.
Page 44: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Controls Near the Steering Wheel 3. Move the steering wheel up or Make sure the rear window is down to the desired position. clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights.
Page 45: Steering Wheel Controls
Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control RESUME Cruise control allows you to accel maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It is for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 46 Steering Wheel Controls Tap the brake or clutch pedal Canceling the Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed lightly with your foot. The Any of these actions cause the You can increase the set cruising CRUISE CONTROL light on the cruise control to cancel. speed in either of two ways: instrument panel will go out.
Page 47 Steering Wheel Controls Pressing the Cruise Control If you use the brake or clutch Master Switch turns the system pedal to cancel cruise control, the RESUME/ accel completely off and erases the system retains the previously set previous cruising speed from cruising speed.
Page 48 Keep the plate stored in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks. Press either of the buttons on the Your car comes with two kinds of Remote Transmitter...
Page 49: Keys And Locks
Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, Ignition Switch LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this you can operate the audio system and cigarette lighter. position. When you turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering ON (II) —...
Page 50 Keys and Locks In addition, all doors lock or Power Door Locks Door Locks unlock when you use the key to lock or unlock any door from the LOCK TAB outside. To unlock all doors from MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH the driver's door with the key, turn the key clockwise and hold it there for several seconds.
Page 51 Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter If you use the unlock feature on Childproof Door Locks the remote transmitter and a door EX models or the tailgate is not opened within 20 seconds, all doors and the tailgate will automatically lock. If the key is in the ignition, the remote transmitter will not work.
Page 52 Keys and Locks Glove Box Tailgate An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing a seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. GLOVE BOX Use your key to lock and unlock Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle.
Page 53: Seat Adjustments
Seat Adjustments Adjust the seat before you start driving. Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get Front Seat Adjustments from your seat belt in a crash. You can slide under the seat belt and be seriously injured. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
Page 54 Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Power Height Driver's Lumbar Support Head Restraints Adjustment RELEASE BUTTON On U.S. EX models On U.S. EX models The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger The height of your driver's seat is Vary the lumbar support by power adjustable.
Page 55 Seat Adjustments The front head restraints adjust Rear Seat Armrest Folding Rear Seat for height. You need both hands On U.S. EX models to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, press the release button and push the restraint down.
Page 56: Power Windows
Power Windows Power Windows The master control panel also DRIVER'S contains these extra features: Your car's windows are electrically WINDOW SWITCH powered. Turn the ignition switch AUTO - To open the driver's to ON (II) to raise or lower window fully, push the window a window.
Page 57 Power Windows The power window system has a key-off delay function. The windows will still operate for up Closing a power window on a to 10 minutes after you turn off child's hands or fingers can the ignition. Opening either front door cancels the delay function.
Page 58 Moonroof The moonroof has a key-off delay. Moonroof NOTICE You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes If you try to open the moonroof in after you turn off the ignition. The below-freezing temperatures, or key-off delay cancels as soon as when it is covered with snow or you open either front door.
Page 59 Sunshade, Mirrors Sunshade Mirrors 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. On U.S. EX models Keep the inside and outside You can slide the sunshade to any mirrors clean and adjusted for...
Page 60: Power Mirrors
Power Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Adjust the outside mirrors with The outside mirror on the 3. Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch on the passenger's side has curved the adjustment switch to driver's door armrest. glass.
Page 61 Parking Brake, Digital Clock Parking Brake Digital Clock NOTICE Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the The digital clock displays the lever up fully. To release it, pull up time with the ignition switch slightly, push the button, and lower ON (II).
Page 62: Digital Clock
Digital Clock 2. Swing down the front cover of You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest the wide button under the hour. If the displayed time is clock display. You will see H, RESET before the half hour, pressing M, and RESET buttons.
Page 63 Beverage Holder, Console Compartment Beverage Holder Console Compartment PUSH STRAP To open the beverage holder, Use the beverage holder only when To open the console compartment, push on the top. The beverage the car is parked. If you place cups pull up the front edge of the lid.
Page 64 Coin Box, Vanity Mirror, Cigarette Lighter Coin Box Vanity Mirror Cigarette Lighter CIGARETTE LIGHTER COIN BOX To open the coin box, pull the To use the vanity mirror, pull The ignition switch must be in upper edge. Close it with a firm down the passenger's sun visor ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for push.
Page 65 Ashtrays Ashtrays NOTICE Use the ashtray only for ciga- rettes, cigars, and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car, don't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtrays. ASHTRAY ASHTRAY Open the front ashtray by The rear ashtray is at the rear end swinging the lid down.
Page 66 Interior Light, Courtesy Lights Interior Light Courtesy Lights IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT DOOR LIGHT DOOR ACTIVITATED The interior light has a three- Each front and rear door has a position switch. In the OFF courtesy light. This light (with the (forward) position, the light does front interior light switch in the not come on.
Page 67: Comfort And Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features The heating/air conditioning Heating and Cooling ..Caring for Cassettes ..system in your car provides a What Each Control Does .. Caring for the comfortable driving environment How to Use the System .
Page 68 Heating and Cooling This system has full heating, CENTER VENT SIDE VENT ventilation, and air conditioning capabilities. You can adjust the system controls to mix these in various combinations. The air flows into the interior at three possible levels that you can select.
Page 69 Heating and Cooling Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 70: Heating And Cooling
Heating and Cooling What Each Control Does RECIRCULATION/ AIR CONDITIONING FRESH AIR BUTTON SWITCH Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan speed, which increases air flow. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of air flowing from the system.
Page 71 Heating and Cooling Ventilation The engine must be running for How to Use the System the heater and air conditioning This section covers the best way Your car has a flow-through system to provide hot and cold to use the system for ventilation, ventilation system.
Page 72 Heating and Cooling To Cool With A/C AIR CONDITIONING To operate the air conditioning SWITCH system, press the air conditioning switch. Set the fan to the desired speed. You can also use the mode button to direct air out of the dash and heater vents.
Page 73 Heating and Cooling To Heat To warm the interior. 1. Start the engine. 2. Select Switch the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control lever. To Heat and Dehumidify With Air Conditioning Air conditioning removes moisture from the air as it operates.
Page 74 Heating and Cooling Adjust the temperature control air to the windshield defroster To remove exterior frost or ice dial so the mixture of heated from the windshield and side vents. and cooled air feels windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather: comfortable.
Page 75: Audio System
U.S.: EX AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio STEREO INDICATOR ON/OFF/VOL KNOB System Your Honda audio system is easy to use and will give clear AM/FM reception. The preset buttons allow you to select six stations on AM and 12 stations on FM.
Page 76 Audio System U.S.: EX Select the band you want to listen STEREO INDICATOR to by pressing the AM or FM1/ ON/OFF/VOL KNOB FM2 button. You will see the selected band and the frequency in the display. STEREO will be displayed next to the frequency if the station is broadcasting in FM stereo.
Page 77 Audio System 2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station. 3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep. The light in the indicator will come on and the station selected will show in the display.
Page 78 Radio stations on the AM band Radio Frequencies controls to pop out. Adjust the are assigned frequencies at least Your Honda's radio can tune in all bass level with the outer ring and 10 kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550). frequencies in both the AM and the treble level with the knob.
Page 79 Audio System U.S.: EX Stations must use these exact TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR frequencies. It is fairly common for stations to round-off the frequency in their advertising, so your radio will show a frequency of 100.9 even though the announcer may call the station "FM101."...
Page 80 Audio System Cassette Search Functions U.S.: EX TAPE DIRECTION CASSETTE SLOT INDICATOR Once a cassette is playing, you can use the FF, REW, or TMS, or REPEAT function to look for desired songs or passages. To rewind the tape, push the FF/REW/TMS switch down and then release it.
Page 81 30 hours of use. Your high noise level between songs, The cassette player automatically Honda dealer has a cleaning kit or silent periods in the middle of ejects cassettes that do not play available for this purpose.
Page 82 CD Changer (Optional) 100 minutes use thinner tape that the CD button on the player; "CD" Your dealer has a Honda in-dash may break or jam the drive. will show in the display, and the Compact Disc player or a disc will start to play.
Page 83 Audio System You can use the TUNE/SEEK U.S.: EX CASSETTE SLOT switch while a disc is playing to ON/OFF/VOL KNOB select passages and change tracks. To move rapidly forward within a track, push up and hold the TUNE/SEEK switch. Push down and hold the switch to move rapidly backward within a track.
Page 84 Audio System When A.SELECT is used with the If you change modes to radio If you select an empty slot in disc changer unit, the system or tape while a CD is playing, the disc changer's magazine, plays all the tracks randomly on the system will select and play and then change back to CD that disc;...
Page 85 Audio System CD Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 86 Audio System You will have to store your American Honda. To do this, he Anti-Theft Feature favorite stations in the Preset will need the system's serial On U.S. EX models buttons after the system begins number. Your car's audio system will working.
Page 87: Before Driving
Break-in Period ....Before you begin driving your Honda, you should know what Gasoline ....
Page 88 Break-in Period Gasoline Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are Help assure your car's future Your Honda is designed to being blended with alcohol or an reliability and performance by operate most effectively on ether compound. These gasolines paying extra attention to how you unleaded gasoline.
Page 89: Canadian Owners
U.S. or Canada, write to the name "Gasohol." percentages of oxygenates given Honda at the address shown for previously are not covered information about any MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl under warranty.
Page 90 Service Station Procedures 3. Remove the fuel fill cap Filling the Fuel Tank slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the Handling gasoline improperly tank escapes. Pull. can cause it to ignite or explode, causing you to be seriously or 4.
Page 91 Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood SUPPORT ROD HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH Shift to Park or Neutral, and 2. Standing in front of the car, 3. Pull the support rod out of its set the parking brake. Pull the clip, and insert the end into put your fingers under the hood release handle located the hole on the left side of the...
Page 92 Service Station Procedures Oil Check Check the engine oil level every 3. Insert it all the way back in its 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean time you fill the car with fuel. Wait cloth or paper towel. tube. at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 93 Engine Coolant Check Refer to Periodic Checks on page for information on RESERVE TANK checking other items in your Honda. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Look at the coolant level in the 4. Remove the dipstick again, radiator reserve tank. Make sure and check the level.
Page 94: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy A cold engine uses more fuel than Driving Habits The condition of your car and a warm engine. It is not necessary your driving habits are the two You can improve fuel economy by to "warm-up" a cold engine by most important things that affect driving moderately.
Page 95 Although they may are regulated by the FCC (DOC in Some of these are audio systems, Canada) and should not interfere fit your Honda, they may not be alloy wheels, air conditioning, and with your car's systems. Improper within factory specifications. For...
Page 96: Loading Cargo
Cargo Area The maximum load you can carry weight of cargo you can load in or in your Honda is 950 Ib (430 kg). on the car. With five occupants It includes the total weight of all (driver and four passengers), the...
Page 97 Loading Cargo Storage Compartments Cargo Area Tonneau Cover To retract the cover, slip the brackets out of the hooks, and guide the cover so it rolls back fully into its housing. NOTICE: Do not store parcels on the tonneau cover. The tonneau cover may break if weight is placed on it.
Page 98: Driving
Driving Preparing to Drive ..This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ..conditions and how to operate 5-Speed Manual the 5-speed manual and Transmission .
Page 99: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following 4. Check that any items you may 9. Fasten your seat belt. Check checks and adjustments every be carrying with you inside that your passengers have day before you drive your car. are stored properly or fastened their seat belts fastened down securely.
Page 100: Driving
Starting the Engine Automatic Transmission 5. If the engine does not start 5-Speed Manual Transmission within 15 seconds, or starts 1. Apply the parking brake. 1. Apply the parking brake. but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator 2.
Page 101: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 3. If the engine fails to start in 5. If the engine does not start Starting in Cold Weather step 2, push the accelerator within 15 seconds, or starts at High Altitude (Above but stalls right away, repeat pedal to the floor and hold it 8,000 feet/2,400 Meters) step 4 with the accelerator...
Page 102: Speed Manual Transmission
5-Speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse. You can damage the transmission by Rapid slowing or speeding up trying to shift into reverse with can cause loss of control on the car moving. Depress the clutch pedal and pause for a few slippery surfaces.
Page 103 5-Speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Recommended Shift Points Maximum Speeds Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has Drive in the highest gear that lets The speeds in these tables are the the engine run and accelerate maximums for the given gears. If...
Page 104: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Shift Lever Positions Position Indicator SHIFT LEVER This display is on the instrument The shift lever has seven panel. It shows you the position positions. It must be in Park or of the shift lever. It also indicates Neutral to start the engine.
Page 105 Automatic Transmission Reverse (R) — To shift to Reverse Drive (D ) — This position is from Park, see the explanation similar to D , except only the first under Park. To shift to Reverse three gears are selected. Use D from Neutral, come to a complete when towing a trailer in hilly stop and then shift.
Page 106 Automatic Transmission Second (2) — To shift to Second, First (1) — To shift from Second to Maximum Speeds press the release button on the First, press the release button on The speeds in these tables are the side of the shift lever. This the side of the shift lever.
Page 107 Release, it could mean your car is This allows you to move the shift developing a problem. Have the lever out of Park if the normal car checked by your Honda method of pushing on the brake dealer. pedal and pressing the release button does not work.
Page 108: The Braking System
The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with Your brakes may sometimes Check your brakes after driving front disc brakes. The brakes on through deep water. Apply the squeal or squeak when you apply the rear wheels may be disc or brakes moderately to see if they them lightly.
Page 109 The Braking System If this happens, you will notice Anti-Lock Brakes Brake System Design that the brake pedal goes down ABS-equipped models The hydraulic system that much farther and you need to operates the brakes has two Your car has an Anti-Lock Brake press on it much harder.
Page 110 The Braking System from locking so you can retain The ABS works by comparing the ABS INDICATOR steering control. You should speed of the wheels. When continue to press on the brake replacing tires, use the same size pedal with the same force. originally supplied with the car.
Page 111: Driving In Bad Weather
Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive Visibility — Being able to see clearly in all directions and being slower than you would in dry visible to other drivers are weather. It takes your car longer important in all weather to react, even in conditions that conditions.
Page 112 Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Traction - Check your tires Towing a Trailer frequently for wear and proper Your Honda is designed primarily pressure. Both are important in to carry passengers and their preventing "hydroplaning" (loss cargo. You can use it to tow a of traction on a wet surface).
Page 113: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer For example, if the trailer and The combined weight of the its load weigh 500 Ib (225 kg), car, all passengers and their the tongue load should be luggage, and tongue load also Improperly loading your car 50 Ib (22.5 kg).
Page 114 Towing a Trailer Trailer Hitches Connecting the Trailer Mirrors Your Honda dealer, or the Honda Many states and provinces have Most trailers that have a gross Customer Relations Zone Office, laws requiring special outside weight of 1,000 Ib (450 kg) do not...
Page 115 Towing a Trailer Before Starting Out GROUND BACK-UP LIGHT LEFT TURN SIGNAL As you are preparing to tow your (BLACK) (GREEN/BLACK) (GREEN/BLUE) trailer, do the following: Measure the trailer's tongue load. You can do this with a bathroom scale. Verify that the hitch and safety chain are securely fastened.
Page 116 Towing a Trailer Towing Safety Towing a trailer puts an extra If you have to stop while going uphill, do not hold the car in load on your car. You should have Your car will not stop as quickly place by pressing the accelerator. your car serviced according to with a trailer in tow.
Page 117 Towing a Trailer Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice. Drive slowly, make small movements with the steering wheel, and have someone stand outside to guide you. Grip the steering wheel on the bottom (rather than the usual position near the top).
Page 118: Maintenance
Wheels ..Automatic Transmission . maintenance on your Honda, you Wheels and Tires ..5-Speed Manual can purchase the Service Manual. Winter Driving ..
Page 119: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The Required Maintenance We recommend the use of Drive your car regularly over a Schedule specifies how often you Genuine Honda parts and fluids distance of several miles should have your car serviced or their equivalent whenever you (kilometers).
Page 120 Maintenance Schedule R — Replace I — Inspect After inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary. 1 : For cars sold in California, this service is recommended only: other areas, it is required. : Check oil and coolant level at each fuel stop. 2: Thereafter, replace every 2 years or 30,000 mites (48,000 km), whichever comes first.
Page 121 Maintenance Schedule R — Replace I — Inspect After inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary. page Severe Driving Conditions: Items marked or an in the chart indicate you will need some Services for Severe Driving Conditions services more frequently in certain severe driving conditions. - Clean the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months and replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months under conditions B or C.
Page 122: Required Maintenance Record
Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below. Keep receipts for all work done on your car. Maintenance...
Page 123 Non-Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see page 122). Maintenance...
Page 124: Periodic Checks
Periodic Checks You should check the following Engine oil level — Check every Brakes, clutch and power items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See steering — Check the fluid level you are unsure of how to perform page 92.
Page 125: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (Gray cap) (5-Speed Manual Transmission only) ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK FILLER CAP (Orange loop) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE COOLANT RESERVOIR RESERVOIR (Gray cap) (For cars equipped with ABS) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK...
Page 126: Engine Oil
Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Adding Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Check the engine oil a couple of 3. Pull it out again, and look at To add oil, unscrew and remove minutes after shutting off the the engine oil fill cap on top of the the oil level at the end of the engine.
Page 127 Service Classifica- tion from the API Service label on the oil container. A fuel-efficient oil is recommended for your Honda. This is shown on the API Service label by the words "Energy Conserving II." This oil is API CERTIFICATION SEAL formulated to help your engine use less fuel.
Page 128 Changing the oil and filter economy and year-round protec- requires special tools and access tion in your Honda. You may use a from underneath the car. The car 10W-30 oil if the temperature in should be raised on a service your area never goes below 20 °F...
Page 129 Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from special wrench (available from the bottom of the engine. your Honda dealer) is required to remove the filter. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 4. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it.
Page 130 Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain 8. Let the engine run for several The oil and filter should be bolt, and then reinstall the changed every 6 months or 7,500 minutes; then, check the drain miles (12,000 km), whichever drain bolt.
Page 131: Cooling System
Cooling System Always use Genuine Honda Checking the Engine Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze/Coolant. The cooling If the reserve tank is completely Coolant Level system contains many aluminum empty, you should also check the components that can corrode if RESERVE TANK coolant level in the radiator.
Page 132 Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or RADIATOR CAP other additives to your car's cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components. Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the RESERVE TANK time and mileage recommenda-...
Page 133 Cooling System RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK DRAIN PLUG DRAIN BOLT HOLDER RESERVE TANK CAP 1. Turn the heater temperature 3. Loosen the drain plug in the 4. Remove the reserve tank from control lever to maximum bottom of the radiator. The its holder by pulling it straight heat.
Page 134 Cooling System RESERVE TANK BLEEDER BOLT 6. Mix the recommended Pour coolant into the radiator 10. Turn off the engine. Check the antifreeze with an equal up to the base of the filler neck. level in the radiator, and add amount of purified or distilled coolant if needed.
Page 135: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Antifreeze can damage your car's Check the level in the windshield paint, while a vinegar/water washer reservoir at least monthly solution can damage the during normal usage. In bad windshield washer pump. weather, when you use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for gas.
Page 136: Transmission Oil
Automatic Transmission 5. If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the tube to bring it to the upper mark. Use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid or an equivalent DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) only.
Page 137 Transmission Oil, Brake and Clutch Fluid 5-Speed Manual Transmission Only use an API Service SF or SG Brake and Clutch Fluid grade motor oil with a viscosity of Check the fluid level in the FILLER BOLT SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40. reservoirs monthly.
Page 138: Brake And Clutch Fluid
If you add brake fluid to bring it Anti-Lock Brake System up to the MAX mark, use Genuine Honda Brake Fluid or an equivalent from a sealed container that is marked DOT 3 or DOT 4 only. Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your car's braking system.
Page 139 Brake and Clutch Fluid If the fluid level is half an inch or Clutch System Low fluid level can indicate a leak more above the MAX mark, it may in the clutch system. Have this indicate a problem in the ABS. system inspected as soon as Have your dealer inspect the possible.
Page 140 (such left or right lock and holding it the engine is cold. Look at the as a gas station), ask your Honda there can damage the power side of the reservoir. The fluid dealer to do this service.
Page 141: Air Cleaner Element
Air Cleaner Element DUCT BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 2. Loosen the four bolts, and The air cleaner element is inside 4. Place the new air cleaner remove the air cleaner housing the air cleaner housing on the element in the housing. cover.
Page 142 Fuel Filter, Spark Plugs Fuel Filter Spark Plugs Replacement The fuel filter should be replaced The original spark plugs in your SPARK PLUG CAP every 4 years or 60,000 miles car need to be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), (96,000 km), whichever comes whichever comes first.
Page 143: Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs NOTICE Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head. 6. Install the spark plug cap. 7. Repeat this procedure for the other three spark plugs.
Page 144 Spark Plugs, Battery Spark Plug Specifications Battery Check the condition of your car's Normal driving conditions battery monthly. You should NGK: ZFR5F-11 The battery contains sulfuric check for proper electrolyte level Nippondenso: KJ16CR-L11 acid (electrolyte), which is and corrosion on the terminals. highly corrosive and Hot climates, or continuous high poisonous.
Page 145 Battery Check the battery terminals for Emergency Procedures TEST INDICATOR WINDOW corrosion (a white or yellowish Eyes — Flush with water from a powder). To remove it, cover the cup or other container for at terminals with a solution of baking least 15 minutes.
Page 146 Battery Clean the battery terminals with a If your car's battery is terminal cleaning tool or wire disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will disable itself. brush. Reconnect and tighten the The next time you turn on the cables, and then coat the radio you will see "Code"...
Page 147: Windshield Wipers
Windshield Wipers Check the condition of the WIPER ARMS windshield 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 they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 148 Windshield Wipers 6. Slide the new blade assembly BLADE onto the wiper arm. Make sure BLADE it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield. REINFORCEMENT 3. Remove the blade from its 4. Examine the new wiper holder by grasping the tabbed blades.
Page 149: Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning System Your car's air conditioning is a dirt stuck to the front surface. If the air conditioning does not sealed system. Any major These block the air flow and get as cold as before, have your maintenance, such as recharging, reduce cooling efficiency.
Page 150 Engine Belts, Tires Engine Belts The belts should have the following "play" or deflection. POWER STEERING BELT Alternator belt: Using tires that are excessively (on cars without A/C) worn or improperly inflated can 0.41—0.49 in. (10.5—12.5 mm) cause a crash in which you can (on cars with A/C) be seriously hurt or killed.
Page 151 Tires We recommend that you visually Recommended Tire Pressures check your tires every day and for Normal Driving use a gauge to measure the air The following chart shows the pressure at least once a month. recommended cold tire pressures If you think a tire might be low, for most normal driving check it immediately.
Page 152 Tires INDICATOR Tubeless tires have some ability Maintenance LOCATION to self-seal if they are punctured. In addition to proper inflation, MARKS However, because leakage is often correct wheel alignment helps to very slow, you should look closely decrease tire wear. You should get for punctures if a tire starts losing your car's wheel alignment pressure.
Page 153 Improper wheel weights can ability, traction, and steering damage your car's aluminum accuracy. wheels. Use only genuine Honda wheel weights for balancing. To help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly, you should have the tires rotated every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Page 154 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. Maintenance...
Page 155 If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your car Chains of the wrong size or that Honda, make sure they are radial when warranted by driving are improperly installed can tires of the same size and load...
Page 156 Lights Check the operation of your car's If you find any bulbs are burned BULB exterior lights at least once a out, replace them as soon as month. A burned out bulb can possible. Refer to the chart on create an unsafe condition by page to determine what type reducing your car's visibility and...
Page 157 Lights Replacing a Front Turn Signal 2. Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by Light Bulb squeezing the connector to TURN SIGNAL ASSEMBLY unlock the tab while you push down on the connector. 3. Remove the bulb by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Page 158 Lights 6. Test the turn signals to make Replacing Front Side Marker sure the new bulb is working. and Parking Light Bulbs 7. Put the turn signal assembly SCREW into the bumper. Make sure the tabs on the turn signal assembly fit into the bumper slots.
Page 159 Lights 5. Put the bulb holder back into Replacing Rear Bulbs its hole in the lens, and turn it clockwise until it locks. 6. Turn on the parking lights, and check that the new bulb is LOCK TABS working. 7. Put the side marker assembly back into the body.
Page 160 Lights 6. Reinstall the bulb holder 3. Remove the socket by turning it Replacing a High-Mount assembly by lining up the one-quarter turn counterclock- Brake Light Bulb bulbs with their holes in the wise. lens assembly; then, turn the 4. Pull the bulb out of its socket. assembly one-quarter turn Push the new bulb into the clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 161 Lights 5. Turn on the parking lights, Replacing a Rear Replacing Bulbs in the and check that the new bulb is License Bulb Interior Courtesy Lights working. DOOR LIGHT 6. Reinstall the socket. Turn it BULB clockwise until it locks. The courtesy lights in the doors 1.
Page 162 Lights Door Light: CARGO LIGHT SUN VISOR Pry on the top middle of the lens. Ceiling/Cargo Light: Pry on the front edge of the lens in the middle. INTERIOR LIGHT 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs. 3.
Page 163: Storing Your Car
Disconnect the battery. car indoors if at all possible. months or longer, have your Cover the car with a Honda dealer perform the "breathable" car cover, one Fill the fuel tank. inspections called for in the 24 made from a porous material...
Page 164: Appearance Care
Exterior Care ....your Honda helps to keep it "new" Washing ....
Page 165: Exterior Care
Exterior Care Washing Fill a bucket with cool water. As you dry the car, inspect it for chips and scratches that could Mix in a mild detergent, such as Frequent washing helps preserve allow corrosion to start. Repair dishwashing liquid or a product your car's beauty.
Page 166 You should use form into beads or droplets after thoroughly. a polish on your Honda if the waxing. finish does not have its original The wheels have a protective shine after using a wax.
Page 167 Exterior Care Touch-Up Paint Examine the chip or scratch closely before repairing it. If it Your dealer has touch-up paint to does not go down to bare metal, match your car's color. The color clean it with soap and water and code is printed on a sticker on the apply the touch-up paint.
Page 168: Interior Care
Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl METAL LOOP Remove dirt and dust with a Vacuum the carpeting frequently vacuum cleaner. Wipe the vinyl to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will with a soft cloth dampened in a make the carpet wear out faster. solution of mild soap and water.
Page 169 Many corrosion-preventive are bonded to the inside of the measures are built into your glass. Wiping vigorously up and Honda. You can help keep your down can dislodge and break the car from corroding by performing defogger wires. When cleaning...
Page 170 Body Repairs dampness. Carpeting and floor the insurance company, tell them Body repairs can affect your car's you want genuine Honda parts mats may remain damp for a resistance to corrosion. If your car used in the repair. Although most long time, especially in winter.
Page 171: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected Changing a Flat Tire ..This section covers the more common problems that motorists If Your Engine Won't Start ..experience with their cars. It Nothing Happens or the gives you information about how Starter Motor Operates...
Page 172: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire 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 get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 173 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS CENTER CAP JACKING POINT SCREWDRIVER 7. U.S. EX models 8. Loosen the four wheel nuts 9. Locate the jacking point Remove the center cap from the one-half turn with the wheel nearest the tire you need to wheel with a screwdriver (not wrench.
Page 174: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION BRAKE HUB WHEEL WRENCH 10. Use the extension and wheel 12. Before mounting the spare 11. Remove the wheel nuts and wrench as shown to raise the tire, wipe any dirt off the flat tire. Temporarily place the car until the flat tire is off mounting surface of the wheel flat tire on the ground with the...
Page 175 Changing a Flat Tire 13. Put on the spare tire. Put the 14. Lower the car to the ground, 15. Tighten the wheel nuts wheel nuts back on finger- securely in the same and remove the jack. tight, and then tighten them in crisscross pattern.
Page 176 Changing a Flat Tire 19. Store the jack in the cargo If Your Engine Won't Start WING BOLT area with the end bracket on Diagnosing why your engine SPACER the right side. Turn the end CONE won't start falls into two areas, bracket on the jack clockwise depending on what you hear to lock it in place.
Page 177 If Your Engine Won't Start Nothing Happens or the Turn the ignition switch to If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start ON (II). Turn on the Starter Motor Operates the engine, either the battery is headlights and check their Very Slowly discharged or the connections are...
Page 178 See Towing on accessories: heater, A/C, page 193. stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Neutral or You cannot start a Honda with an Park and set the parking automatic transmission by brake. pushing or pulling it.
Page 179: Jump Starting
Connect the other connections to make sure they (+) terminal on your Honda's end to the grounding strap as have good metal-to-metal battery. shown. Do not connect this contact.
Page 180: If Your Engine Overheats
If Your Engine Overheats temperature gauge. If the high The pointer of your car's temperature gauge should stay in heat is due to overloading the midrange under most (climbing a long, steep hill on Steam and spray from an conditions. It may go higher if you a hot day with the A/C overheated engine can are driving up a long steep hill on...
Page 181 If Your Engine Overheats Look for any obvious the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain coolant leaks, such as a split water. Remember to have the radiator hose. Everything is still Removing the radiator cap extremely hot, so use caution. If cooling system drained and while the engine is hot can refilled with the proper...
Page 182: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator 3. If necessary, add oil to bring LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR NOTICE the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page 127). Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious 4. Start the engine and watch the mechanical damage almost oil pressure indicator.
Page 183: Charging System Indicator
Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: radio, heater, A/C, electrical load as possible, you rear defogger, cruise control, etc. can drive several miles before the Try not to use other electrically battery is too discharged to keep operated controls such as the the engine running.
Page 184 Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) U.S. INDICATOR SHOWN If this indicator comes on, safely NOTICE pull off the road and turn off the engine. Restart the engine and If you keep driving with the BRAKE watch the indicator. If it stays on, malfunction indicator lamp/check have your car checked by the engine light on, you can damage...
Page 185: Closing The Moonroof
Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: 1. Check the fuse for the ROUND PLUG moonroof motor (see page 188). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 186 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your UNDER-HOOD ABS FUSE BOX car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two or three fuse boxes. Only cars equipped with ABS The under-hood fuse box is located in the front of the engine have an ABS fuse box.
Page 187 Fuses Checking and Replacing If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on the fuse box cover or inside the fuse box which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 188 Fuses If you replace the burned out fuse BLOWN with a spare fuse that has a lower FUSE PULLER 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.
Page 189 Fuses 1 On Canadian cars 2 U.S.: EX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 190 Fuses Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 191 If your Honda cannot be trans- It is best to tow the car no Emergency Towing ported by a flat-bed truck, it...
Page 192 Specifications ....PGM-FI System ..capacities of your Honda and the Anti-Lock Brake System ..locations of the identification Ignition Timing numbers.
Page 193: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 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.
Page 194 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 195: Specifications
Specifications page 143. 1 U.S. : LX, Canada EX 1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the 2 U.S. : EX, EX w/ABS option engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 U.S. gal. (.06 0.13 Imp gal.) 2 U.S.
Page 196: Technical Information
Specifications 1 U.S. : LX, Canada EX 2 U.S. : EX Technical Information...
Page 197 Anti-Lock Brake System The Anti-Lock Brake System electrical pulses to the ABS modulator valve. The pressure (ABS) is standard equipment on control unit. The pulse frequency increases in the hydraulic line to the EX models in the U.S. It is varies with the wheel speed.
Page 198 The airbags are vented so they impact that generates more force panel. Take the car to your Honda stay inflated for only an instant than a 25 mile per hour crash into dealer to diagnose and repair the and do not block the driver's a parked vehicle of similar size.
Page 199: Tire Information
Tire Information Tire Size Designation H — Speed Rating Symbol. See the Tire Speed Ratings speed rating chart in this section A tire's sidewall is marked with a The chart below shows many of for additional information. tire size designation. You will the different speed ratings need this information when currently being used for...
Page 200 (U.S. Cars) High Speed Driving characteristics and climate. The tires on your car meet all U.S. Honda strongly recommends that Federal Safety Requirements. All you not drive faster than posted tires are also graded for speed limits and conditions allow.
Page 201 Tire Information Traction Warning: The temperature grade Temperature for this tire is established for a The traction grades, from highest The temperature grades are A tire that is properly inflated and to lowest, are A, B, and C, and (the highest), B, and C, not overloaded.
Page 202: Emissions Controls
Under certain into the engine and burned. conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form * In Canada, Honda vehicles photochemical "smog." Carbon comply with the Canadian Motor Evaporative Emissions monoxide does not contribute to...
Page 203 Air Act. To make sure the together to control the engine's emissions remain low, you should Three-Way Catalytic Converter use only new Genuine Honda combustion and minimize the The three-way catalytic converter replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that is in the exhaust system.
Page 204 HC, CO, and NOx. A firing, continuing to run after replacement unit must be an you turn off the engine, original Honda part or its stalling, or otherwise not equivalent. THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER running properly.
Page 205 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages ..Customer Relations Information ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars) ....U.S.
Page 206: Warranty Coverages
Seat Belt Limited Warranty — Replacement Battery Limited U.S. Cars Warranty — Provides prorated A seat belt that fails to function Your new Honda is covered by coverage for a replacement properly is covered for the these warranties: battery purchased from a Honda useful life of the car.
Page 207 Customer Relations Information If you are dissatisfied with the When you call or write, please Honda dealership personnel are decision made by the dealership's give us this information: trained professionals. They management, contact your Honda should be able to answer all your Customer Relations Zone Office.
Page 208 NHTSA, U.S. Department remedy campaign. However, (NHTSA) in addition to notifying of Transportation, Washington, NHTSA cannot become involved American Honda Motor Co., Inc. in individual problems between D.C. 20590. You can also obtain you, your dealer, or American other information about motor Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 209: Warranty And Customer Relations
Includes: NYC Metro area and San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Fairfleld County, CT area (809) 250-8070 The above addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information. Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 210: Canada Zone Office Map
Canada Zone Office Map Quebec Zone Western Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc. 1750 rue Eiffel 13240 Worster Court Richmond, B.C. Boucherville, Quebec V6V 2B8 J4B 7W1 (604) 278-7121 (514) 655-6161 Central Zone Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc.
Page 211: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners Purchasing Factory-Authorized Manuals should contact their authorized Honda dealer. (U.S. only) The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the form or, for credit card holders, by calling toll free.
Page 212: Authorized Manuals
Authorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to understand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your car.
Page 213: Index
Index Antenna, Cleaning ..Seat-Back Position ..Storing Cargo Safely ..Anti-Lock Brakes ABS. See Anti-Lock Brakes Description .
Page 214 Index Capacities Chart ... . Operation ....System Indicator ..Carbon Monoxide Hazard .
Page 215 Index Check Engine Light Where Should Control Locations ... . (Canada) ....Children S i t ... . . Controls Near the Steering Checking Wheel .
Page 216 Index Crankcase Emission Control Dipstick System ....Automatic Transmission .. Economy, Fuel ....Engine Oil .
Page 217 Index Coolant Temperature Features, Comfort and Clutch ....Convenience ....Gauge .
Page 218 Index Identification Number, Gas Mileage, Improving ..Halogen Headlight Bulbs ..Vehicle ....Gas Station Procedures .
Page 219 Index Lubricant Specifications Introduction ... . Preface Lighter, Cigarette ... . Chart ....Lights Luggage, Loading .
Page 220 Index Moonroof Parking Over Things Closing Manually ..Change, How to ..That Burn ....Operation .
Page 221 Index Child Seat Anchor Plate ..Rear Lights Reserve Tank, Coolant ..Cleaning ....Bulb Replacement ..Restraint, Child .
Page 222 Index Shifting Starting the Engine ..The 5-Speed In Cold Weather at Tachometer ....Transmission ..103, High Altitude .
Page 223 Index Tires ..... . Used Oil Automatic How to Dispose of ..See also label in glove box Transmission .
Page 224 Index Wipers, Windshield WARNING, Explanation of Preface Changing Blades ..Warning Labels, Location of . . . Operation ....
Page 225: Gas Station Information
Engine Oil Capacity Automatic including filter Transmission Fluid: (U.S.: LX, Canada: EX) Honda Premium Formula 4.0 U.S. qt (3.8 l, 3.3 Imp qt) Automatic Transmission Fluid or (U.S.: EX) an equivalent DEXRON II type 4.5 U.S. qt (4.34, 3.8 Imp qt)

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