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

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Summary of Contents for Honda Del Sol 1997

Page 1: Table Of Contents
1997 Del Sol 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......................... Driver and Passenger Safety ......................
Page 2: Introduction
This NOTICE One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels — on the vehicle. Safety Messages —...
Page 4 Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Your Occupant Protection System.. Door Locks........information about occupant protec- The Seat Belt System Storing Cargo Safely....tion. It shows how to use seat belts and How It Works...... Driving with Pets......
Page 5: Your Occupant Protection System
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat The seats, head restraints and door To get the maximum protection from belts and other features that work locks also play a role in occupant...
Page 6: The Seat Belt System And How It Works
０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Main Menu Table of Contents The Seat Belt System and How It Works Why Wear Seat Belts Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could Wearing seat belts, and wearing Not wearing a seat belt properly be very seriously injured in a crash.
Page 7: Seat Belt System Components
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belt retractor in the passenger seating position has Your Honda has lap/shoulder seat LATCH SHOULDER an additional locking mechanism belts for the driver and the passen-...
Page 8: Wearing Seat Belts Properly
Main Menu Table of Contents The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing Seat Belts Properly Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt Before putting on the seat belt, move You can increase the effectiveness of ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ your seat belts if you take a little the driver's seat as far back as is time to read the following pages and practical while still allowing you to...
Page 9 Main Menu Table of Contents The Seat Belt System and How It Works 2. Check that the belt is not twisted. 4. Pull up on the shoulder part of the To unlatch the seat belt, push the belt to remove any slack. Make red PRESS button on the buckle.
Page 10: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents The Seat Belt System and How It Works Advice for Pregnant Women When using the seat belt, remember Seat Belt Maintenance to keep the lap portion as low as For safety, you should check the possible (see page condition of your seat belts regularly.
Page 11: Supplemental Restraint System
Main Menu Table of Contents Supplemental Restraint System Your car is equipped with a What Happens In a Crash SRS Components Supplemental Restraint System Your supplemental restraint system If you ever have a severe frontal (SRS) to help protect the head and collision, the sensors will detect includes: chest of the driver and passenger...
Page 12: Important Facts About Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Supplemental Restraint System After the crash, you may see what Just from viewing the vehicle Frontal Collision Range looks like smoke. This is actually damage after a crash, it is very difficult to accurately determine if powder from the airbag's surface.
Page 13: How The Driver's Airbag Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Supplemental Restraint System How the Driver's Airbag Works To do its job, the airbag inflates with considerable force. So, while it can reduce serious injuries and even save your life, the airbag might cause some facial abrasions or other injuries.
Page 14: How The Passenger's Airbag Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Supplemental Restraint System The driver's airbag is stored in the How the Passenger's Airbag This airbag is quite large and inflates center of the steering wheel. For with considerable force. It can Works your safety, do not attach any items seriously hurt a passenger who is not to the steering wheel.
Page 15: System Service
Do not try to remove or discard the airbags yourself. This If you see any of these indications, must be done by a Honda dealer. the airbag may not work when needed in an accident. Take the car to your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service.
Page 16: System Service Precautions
Do not modify your steering wheel uninflated airbags can be dangerous. supplemental restraint system or any other part of the supplemental Get assistance from a Honda dealer inspected as soon as possible. If restraint system. Modifications could if your car must be scrapped.
Page 17: Additional Safety Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Safety Information The seat belts and airbags are obvi- Seat-back Position Door Locks ously important parts of your occu- The seat-backs should be in an It is not safe to leave your car doors pant protection system.
Page 18: Storing Cargo Safely
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Safety Information Storing Cargo Safely Driving with Pets A small dog, cat, or other small Before you drive, make sure you Loose pets can be a hazard while you animal will be safest in a pet carrier first securely store or tie down any are driving.
Page 19: Child Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Child Safety We recommend that you secure your child's toddler seat in the passenger's An infant or child who is not seat with the car's lap/shoulder belt. To secure the seat with the lap/ properly restrained can be killed shoulder belt, be sure to follow the or seriously injured in a crash.
Page 20: Important Safety Reminders
Main Menu Table of Contents Child Safety General Guidelines for To properly route a seat belt through Important Safety Reminders a child seat, follow the seat-maker's Restraining Children Under Never hold a baby or child on your instructions. Be sure to follow the lap when riding in a car.
Page 21: An Infant Who Weighs Less Than 20 Ibs (9 Kg)
Main Menu Table of Contents Child Safety Restraining an Infant Who Restraining a Child Who Weighs We recommend that you secure your Weighs Less Than 20 Ibs Between 20 and 40 Ibs child's toddler seat in the passenger's (9kg) seat with the car's lap/shoulder belt. (9 and 18 kg) Be sure to follow the instructions for We strongly recommend that you do...
Page 22: Restraining A Child Who Weighs Over 40 Ibs (18 Kg)
Main Menu Table of Contents Child Safety Several styles of booster seats are Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 40 Ibs (18 kg) available. We recommend a design that allows the child to use the car's We recommend that a child who has lap/shoulder belt.
Page 23: Securing A Child Seat With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Child Safety Securing a Child Seat with a Lap/ 3. Slowly pull the shoulder portion of To unlatch the seat belt, push the Shoulder Belt the belt out of the retractor until it red PRESS button on the buckle. The lap/shoulder belt retractor in stops.
Page 24: Using Child Restraints With Tethers
Using Child Restraints with Make sure to route the tether Tethers through the space between the head Your Honda is equipped with an restraint and seat. attachment point for a child restraint system that uses a top tether. The If you are not sure how to install the...
Page 25: Storing A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Child Safety Storing a Child Seat Canadian Cars When you are not using a child restraint, either remove it or make TOOTHED WASHER sure it is properly secured so it cannot be thrown around the car during a crash.
Page 26: Alcohol And Drugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Alcohol and Drugs Driving a car requires your full at- The safest thing you can do is never If you have no choice but to drive, tention and alertness. Traffic condi- drink and drive. This can be done if stop drinking and give yourself lots tions change rapidly.
Page 27: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car's problem with carbon monoxide Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous entering the car in normal driving if Breathing it can cause...
Page 28: Instruments And Controls
They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully and don't remove them. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer RADIATOR CAP for a replacement. BATTERY Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 29 Control Locations......the controls and displays that Trunk..........Indicator Lights........ contribute to the daily operation of Rear Locking Compartment..Gauges..........your Honda. All the essential Seat Adjustments......Speedometer........ controls are within easy reach. Power Windows....... Tachometer........Removable Roof Panel....Odometer........
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations DIGITAL CLOCK HEATING/COOLING AUDIO SYSTEM (P.62) CONTROLS (P.76) (P.68) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.48) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.60) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.51) FUEL FILL TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE DOOR RELEASE HANDLE HANDLE (P.92) (P.49) (P.93) Instruments and Controls...
Page 31: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important PARKING BRAKE AND information about your car. BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* HIGH BEAM INDICATOR ROOF AND TRUNK MONITOR Lamp Check These indicator lights come on when SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT...
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light Charging System Parking Brake Canada U.S. and Brake Indicator BRAKE System This indicator lights when you turn If this light comes on when the the ignition ON (II). It is a reminder Indicator engine is running, the battery is not to you and your passenger to protect...
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Supplemental Restraint Roof and Trunk Monitor Roof Unlatched Indicator: This System Indicator indicator lights when you turn the This indicator lights when you turn ignition ON (II) if the roof panel is ROOF UNLATCHED TRUNK OPEN the ignition ON (II).
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Canada U.S. High Beam Indicator Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators This light comes on with the high Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) beam headlights. See page The left or right turn signal light Indicator blinks when you signal a lane change information on the headlight...
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER ODOMETER The odometer shows the total dis- tance 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 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge FUEL 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 near the upper white mark.
Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving REAR WINDOW HAZARD CRUISE DEFOGGER CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, HORN BUTTONS headlights, and high beams.
Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams, pull the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it.
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly Instrument Panel Brightness 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.
Page 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers The right lever controls the wind- To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on shield wipers and washers. The push the control lever down. The the wiper control lever.
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Hazard Warning Make sure the rear window is clear Rear Window Defogger and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ 3. Move the steering wheel up or Steering Wheel Adjustment down to the desired position. You can adjust the steering wheel Position the wheel so you can see height to suit your preference. Do all the instrument panel gauges this before you begin driving.
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control NOTICE On Si and VTEC models in the U.S., and VTEC model in Canada CRUISE CONTROL The cruise control, as it operates, MASTER SWITCH Cruise control allows you to maintain moves the accelerator pedal.
Page 44: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls You can decrease the set cruising Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways: speed in either of two ways: Press and hold the SET/decel Press and hold the RESUME/ button.
Page 45 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks Cancelling the Cruise Control If you use the brake or clutch pedal Keys You can cancel the cruise control in to cancel cruise control, the system any of these ways: remembers the previously-set VALET KEY MASTER KEY cruising speed.
Page 46 Keep the plate stored in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks. The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has Removing the key from the...
Page 47: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, Door Locks you can operate the audio system and the cigarette lighter. ON (II) — 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...
Page 48 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Power Door Locks Trunk Both doors lock when you push in the lock tab on the driver's door, or MASTER DOOR LOCK lock the driver's door from the SWITCH outside with the key. Only the driver's door unlocks when you use the key or lock tab.
Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks ROOF HOLDER TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MASTER KEY You cannot put any luggage in the You can also open the trunk by To protect items in the trunk when trunk without lifting up the roof you need to give the key to someone pulling the trunk release handle to holder when the roof is stored in the...
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks, Seat Adjustments Rear Locking Compartment Seat Adjustments To open either rear locking Adjust the seat before you start To change the angle of the seat-back, compartment, put the master key in pull up on the lever on the outside of driving.
Page 51 ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments, Power Windows Power Windows and holding it. MAIN SWITCH Reclining the seat-back can To open the passenger's window or decrease the protection you get rear window from the master control panel, push down on the appropriate from your seat belt in a crash.
Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The MAIN switch controls power to The master control panel also con- To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch the passenger's and rear windows. tains these extra features: down lightly and hold it. The window With this switch off, the passenger's and rear windows cannot be raised will stop as soon as you release the...
Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Your Honda's roof panel has a single release handle on each side, making it easy to remove and install. When not in use, the roof panel can be stored in a special holder in the trunk.
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Removing and Storing Front LOCK TAB RELEASE LEVER ROOF LOCKS 1. Open both windows. 4. Release each side of the roof by Release each side of the roof by 5. Place the roof in the roof holder pushing the lock tab sideways and with the front facing forward.
Page 55 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Installing 1. Open both windows or doors. 2. Turn off the engine and set the parking brake. 3. Open the trunk. LOCK LEVER 4. Release the roof from the holder 6. Lock the roof in the holder by by pushing the tabs and pivoting pivoting the lock levers toward the the lock levers forward.
Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Pull this edge out..so it fits flush. 5. Lift the roof out of the holder. 6. Set the roof in place on the car. 7. Check the fit of the seals at the Make sure the roof panel release Make sure all four corners are back of the roof.
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Protecting Against Leaks 8. Secure the roof by turning each Do not lean or sit on an open door. release lever until the lock tab Do not push or pull on the door glass clicks forward.
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel High Pressure Water BRUSHLESS CAR WASH Avoid automatic car washes that use Be careful when you store items in A high pressure water stream can the trunk. Make sure they will not distort the roof seals and cause them only high pressure spray for cleaning.
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Removable Roof Panel Roof Holder Roof Unlatched Indicator ROOF UNLATCHED INDICATOR To reach items in the trunk when This indicator lights when you turn To secure the roof holder, push the roof is stored, pull the roof down on it until it locks.
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. 3. Push the appropriate edge of the On Si and VTEC models Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch to move the Adjust the outside mirrors with the you start driving.
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００ Parking Brake, Glove Box Parking Brake NOTICE An open glove box can cause Driving the car with the parking brake serious injury to your passenger applied can damage the rear brakes in a crash, even if the and axles.
Page 62: Digital Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Digital Clock 3. Press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time. You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour.
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Console Compartment, Beverage Holder Console Compartment Beverage Holder LOCKING TAB CONSOLE COMPART- MENT To open the console compartment, The beverage holder is located around corners. pull up the edge of the driver's side. inside the center console compart- To close, lower the lid and push it ment lid.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Sun Visor, Cigarette Lighter, Ashtray Sun Visor Cigarette Lighter Ashtray CIGARETTE LIGHTER ASHTRAY To use the sun visor, pull it down. The cigarette lighter is next to the Open the ashtray by lifting the lid up. To remove the ashtray for emptying, ashtray under the ashtray lid.
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Ashtray, Interior Light Interior Light NOTICE DOOR ACTIVATED Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, 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 ashtray. The interior light has a three- position switch.
Page 66: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and optional air Heating and Cooling......conditioning systems in your Honda What Each Control Does.... provide a comfortable driving How to Use the System....environment in all weather To Turn Everything Off .....
Page 67 If your vehicle does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. Your dealer will install a Genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda's high quality standards and is designed to FAN CONTROL TEMPERATURE AIR CONDITIONING...
Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. 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.
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling How to Use the System Vent Controls This section covers how to set up the CORNER VENT CENTER VENT system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air.
Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling RECIRCULATION It is best to leave the system in Fresh MODE BUTTONS BUTTON Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to...
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling RECIRCULATION MODE BUTTONS To Cool with Optional A/C BUTTON 1. Turn on the A / C by pressing the button. The light in the button should come on. 2. Make sure the temperature control lever is all the way to the left.
Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with To Defog and Defrost To warm the interior: To remove fog from the inside of the Optional Air Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes windows: moisture from the air.
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in RECIRCULATION cold weather: MODE BUTTONS BUTTON 1. Start the engine. 2. Select the Fresh Air mode and 3.
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, the windshield and the side window turn off the fan and slide the defroster vents.
Page 75 ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Turn frequency in small increments, press On Si and VTEC models Your Honda's audio system provides the system on and adjust the volume and release the TUNE/SEEK bar clear reception on both AM and FM by turning the ON/VOL knob.
Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To store a frequency: AM BUTTON ON/VOL KNOB STEREO 1. Select the desired band, AM or INDICATOR FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button. 2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — 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.
Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda's radio can receive the How well your Honda's radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance...
Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player EJECT CASSETTE BUTTON SLOT BUTTON Turn the audio system ON. Make PLAY TAPE DIRECTION sure the tape opening on the cassette BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System When the system reaches the end of Tape Search Functions TMS — The Tape Music Search Function allows you to find the the tape, it will automatically reverse With a cassette playing, you can use beginning of a song or passage.
Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Caring for the Cassette Player The player automatically ejects CLEAN INDICATOR cassettes that do not play properly. If The cassette player picks up dirt and it ejects a cassette before it begins to oxides from the tape.
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD CD BUTTON ON/VOL KNOB Changer 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.
Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Press the CD button until "CD" You can use the TUNE/SEEK bar to To take the system out of CD mode, appears in the display. The system select tracks within a disc. If you press the AM or FM button, or insert will start to play the first track of the press and release the TUNE/SEEK...
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Contamination Wipe across the disc from the center inner and outer edges.
Page 86 If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 87 Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 88: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period....... you should know what gasoline to Gasoline..........use, and how to check the levels of Oxygenated Fuels......important fluids. You also need to Driving in Foreign Countries..know how to properly store luggage Service Station Procedures ....
Page 89 Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Gasoline cause a persistent, heavy metallic Help assure your car's future Your Honda is designed to operate rapping noise in the engine that can reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline. lead to mechanical damage.
Page 90: Before Driving
If you are planning to take your minimum octane rating requirement. You may use gasoline containing up Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the to 5 percent methanol by volume as areas you will be traveling in to find...
Page 91 ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be Pull burned or seriously injured 4.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood LATCH SUPPORT ROD HOOD RELEASE HANDLE 1. Shift to Park or Neutral and set 2. Standing in front of the car, put 3. Pull the support rod out of its clip the parking brake.
Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lift it up slightly to Oil Check remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot above the fender, then let it drop.
Page 94 Engine Coolant on page information on adding the proper If it is near or below the lower mark, coolant. see Adding Oil on page Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Honda. Before Driving...
Page 95: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your Driving Habits A cold engine uses more fuel than a warm engine. It is not necessary to driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by "warm-up"...
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories Electronic communications equip- Your Honda dealer has many acces- Some non-Honda accessories you sories available to personalize your can buy in the "aftermarket" are ment, such as cellular telephones and two-way radios are regulated by car.
Page 97: Loading Cargo
The maximum load you can carry in This final number is the total weight If you must carry large objects that your Honda is 400 Ibs (185 kg). It of cargo you can load in or on the car. prevent you from closing the trunk...
Page 98: Driving
Main Menu Driving Preparing to Drive......This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various Starting the Engine......conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather 5-speed manual and automatic at High Altitude ..... transmissions. It also includes impor- 5-speed Manual Transmission..
Page 99: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive 10.Turn the ignition ON (II). Check You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat the indicator lights in the instru- and adjustments every day before (see page you drive your car.
Page 100: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 5. If the engine does not start within meters) adds to the problem. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls Use the following procedure: 2. In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the electrical accessories to reduce 1.
Page 101: 5-Speed Manual Transmission
０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３００ Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the Rapid slowing or speeding-up transmission by trying to shift into Reverse with the car moving. Push can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces.
Page 102: Recommended Shift Points
Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points (VTEC) Maximum Speeds Drive in the highest gear that lets The speeds in this table are the the engine run and accelerate maximums for the given gears. If smoothly. This will give you the best you exceed these speeds, the engine fuel economy and effective emis- speed will enter into the tachometer's...
Page 103: Automatic Transmission
5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicator Automatic Transmission (Si) Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds. It has a "lock-up" torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 104: Shift Lever Positions
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions SHIFT LEVER Park (P) — This position mechani- The shift lever has seven positions. It must be in Park or Neutral to start cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or the engine.
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and Neutral (N) — Use Neutral if you For faster acceleration when in D still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if , you can get the transmission to Park, see Shift Lock Release on page it is necessary to stop briefly with...
Page 106: Maximum Speeds
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission First (1) — To shift from Second to Maximum Speeds (Si) First, press the release button on the The speeds in this table are the side of the shift lever. With the lever maximums for the given position.
Page 107: Shift Lock Release
If you need to use the Shift Lock button does not work. Release, it means your car is developing a problem. Have the car 1. Set the Parking brake. checked by your Honda dealer. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 3.
Page 108: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the you park your vehicle. The indicator the front wheels away from the curb. on the instrument panel shows that If you have a manual transmission, windows are closed.
Page 109: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake Wear Indicators Your Honda is equipped with front Constant application of the brakes disc brakes. The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all cars...
Page 110: Brake System Design
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design If this happens, you will immediately Anti-lock Brakes The hydraulic system that operates notice that the brake pedal goes The VTEC model has an Anti-lock the brakes has two separate circuits. down much farther and you need to Brake System (ABS) as standard press on it much harder.
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System You should never pump the A vehicle with ABS may require a Important Safety Reminders brake pedal, this defeats the ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or purpose of the ABS.
Page 112: Abs Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System If anything goes wrong, the ABS ABS Indicator indicator on the instrument panel ABS INDICATOR* comes on (see page 34). 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.
Page 113: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive Exercise extra caution when driving slower than you would in dry in rain after a long dry spell. After months of dry weather, the first weather. It takes your car longer to react, even in conditions that may rains bring oil to the surface of the seem just barely damp.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Visibility — Being able to see Traction — Check your tires clearly in all directions and being frequently for wear and proper visible to other drivers are important pressure. Both are important in in all weather conditions.
Page 115: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Driving...
Page 116: Maintenance
If you have the skills and tools to per- Adding Engine Coolant..... Inspection........form more complex maintenance Replacing Engine Coolant..Maintenance....... tasks on your Honda, you may want Windshield Washers..... Tire Rotation......to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission Fluid......Replacing Tires and Wheels..
Page 117: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you with more economical, trouble-free technician or other qualified driving and help reduce air pollution.
Page 118: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Before you begin any maintenance, tools and skills required. make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking To reduce the possibility of fire or brake is on.
Page 119: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Which Schedule to Follow: The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 120 We recommend the use of Genuine According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform knows your car best and can provide Honda parts and fluids whenever you maintenance on the items marked competent, efficient service. have maintenance done. These are...
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule on the next page do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe"...
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions) Follow the Severe Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following condi- tions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 123: Maintenance Record
Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below. Keep receipts for all work done on your car. Maintenance...
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Non-Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see page 121). Maintenance...
Page 125: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level — Check every Tires — Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If monthly. Examine the tread for time you fill the fuel tank. See you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 126: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE RESERVOIR CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL AUTOMATIC FILL CAP TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)
Page 127 Table of Contents Engine Oil Adding Oil Recommended Oil A fuel-efficient oil is recommended for your Honda. This is shown on the Oil is a major contributor to your ENGINE OIL API Service label by the words engine's performance and longevity.
Page 128 An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in your Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F( — 7°C). API SERVICE LABEL...
Page 129 Synthetic Oil Additives Changing the Oil and Filter You may use a synthetic motor oil if Your Honda does not need any oil Always change the oil and filter it meets the same requirements additives. Purchasing additives for according to the time and distance given for conventional motor oil;...
Page 130 A special drain bolt and washer from the wrench (available from your bottom of the engine. Drain the oil Honda dealer) is required to into an appropriate container. remove the filter. 4. Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it.
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. NOTICE then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be 33 Ibf.ft (4.5 kgf.m, 44 N.m) five seconds.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３００ Adding Engine Coolant Always use Genuine Honda anti- If the reserve tank is completely freeze/coolant. The cooling system empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK contains many aluminum compo- coolant level in the radiator.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car's cooling system. They may not be compatible RADIATOR CAP with the coolant or engine compo- nents. RESERVE TANK 1. Make sure the engine and radiator 4.
Page 134 Only use Genuine Honda antifreeze/coolant. 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.
Page 135: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 7. DOHC VTEC model only RESERVE TANK RESERVE Put a new washer on the drain bolt, TANK CAP then reinstall the drain bolt in the engine block. Tighten it securely. Tightening torque: 58 Ibf. ft (8.0 kgf.m, 78 N.m) 8.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 10. Put the cap on the radiator, and ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ FILLER NECK tighten it only to the first stop. Start the engine and let it run until it warms up (the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice). Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out,...
Page 137: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield NOTICE RESERVOIR washer reservoir at least monthly during normal usage. In bad weather, Do not use engine antifreeze or a when you use the washers often, vinegar/water solution in the wind- check the level every time you stop shield washer reservoir.
Page 138: Transmission Fluid
UPPER MARK quality. Have the transmission LOWER MARK drained and refilled with Honda ATF as soon as it is convenient. Check the fluid level with the engine 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into 6.
Page 139: 5-Speed Manual Transmission
Transmission Fluid The transmission should be drained 5-speed Manual Transmission If Honda M T F is not available, you may use an API service SG or SH and refilled with new fluid according grade motor oil with a viscosity of to the time and distance recommen- dations in the maintenance schedule.
Page 140: Brake And Clutch Fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, Brake fluid reservoir the use of any non-Honda brake fluid Clutch fluid reservoir (manual can cause corrosion and decrease transmission only) the life of the system. Have the...
Page 141: Anti-Lock Brake System
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Anti-lock Brake System Clutch System The fluid should be between the The fluid should be between the M I N and MAX marks on the side of M I N and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Page 142: Power Steering
However, continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather. Have the power steering system drained and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 143: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT On Si and VTEC models 2. Remove the old air cleaner The air cleaner element is inside the element.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element 4. Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover, snap the four clips back into place. CLIPS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 2. Remove the old air cleaner On S model The air cleaner element is inside the element.
Page 145: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs (S, Si) Replacement 3. Remove the spark plug cap by The spark plugs in your car need to pulling it straight out. be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes 4.
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents 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. 7. Install the spark plug cap. 8.
Page 147: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs, Battery (VTEC) Battery Specifications: Check the condition of your car's NGK: PFR6L-13 battery monthly. You should check Nippondenso: PK20PR-L13 (S, Si) the color of the test indicator window, NGK: ZFR5F-11 and for corrosion on the terminals. Spark Plug Gap: Nippondenso: KJ16CR-L11 0.051 in...
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If the terminals are severely cor- TEST INDICATOR WINDOW 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.
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ Battery On Si and VTEC models NOTICE If your car's battery is disconnected The battery gives off explosive or goes dead, the audio system will Charging the battery with the cables hydrogen gas during normal disable itself.
Page 150: Windshield Wipers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers Check the condition of the wind- WIPER ARMS shield 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 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 152: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System (Optional) Your car's air conditioning is a sealed Periodically check the engine's If the air conditioning does not get as system. Any major maintenance, radiator and air conditioning cold as before, have your dealer such as recharging, should be done condenser for leaves, insects, and check the system.
Page 153: Removable Roof Panel
6 months or 7,500 miles (12,000 km). Clean front and rear edges. 4. Coat the four lock pins with Honda 1. Apply a thin film of Honda silicone grease to the body seals wherever silicone grease. Remove any they contact the roof panel or each excess.
Page 154: Drive Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belts, Timing Belt Drive Belts The belts should have the following Timing Belt "play" or deflection. The timing belt should normally be POWER STEERING ALTERNATOR Alternator belt: replaced at the intervals shown in BELT BELT (VTEC) the maintenance schedule.
Page 155: Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Check the pressure in the tires when Inflation must be the proper type and size, in they are cold. This means the car Keeping the tires properly inflated has been parked for at least three good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of...
Page 156: Inspection
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires You should get your own tire You should look for: pressure gauge and use it whenever you check your tire pressures. This Bumps or bulges in the tread or will make it easier for you to tell if a side of the tire.
Page 157: Maintenance
1/16 inch check the wheel alignment. your car's aluminum wheels. Use only (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. A Genuine Honda wheel weights for tire that is this worn gives very little The tires were properly balanced by balancing.
Page 158: Tire Rotation
０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３００ Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement tires, you may find that some tires are "directional." This means they Front Front Installing improper tires on your are designed to rotate only in one car can affect handling and direction.
Page 159: Wheels And Tires
See page that came on your car. Replacement for information about DOT Tire wheels are available at your Honda Quality Grading. dealer. Maintenance...
Page 160: Snow Tires
NOTICE If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your car Honda, make sure they are radial when warranted by driving condi- Chains of the wrong size or that are tions or required by local laws. Make...
Page 161: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car's Replacing a Headlight Bulb HOLDER exterior lights at least once a month. Your car has halogen headlight A burned out bulb can create an bulbs, one on each side. When unsafe condition by reducing your replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel car's visibility and the ability to...
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 4. Unclip the end of the hold-down 7. Push the electrical connector onto CONNECTOR BULB wire from its slot. Pivot it out of the tabs of the new bulb. Make the way and remove the bulb. sure it locks in place.
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing the Front Side Marker/ 4. Remove the bulb by pushing it in Turn Signal and Parking Light slightly and turning it counter- clockwise. Bulb 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 6.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. To remove the tail/stoplight bulb, back-up light bulb or the turn signal bulb, push it in slightly and turn it counterclockwise. To remove the side marker bulb, pull it straight out of the socket. 5.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Rear License Bulb 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the Replacing Interior and Trunk socket. Light Bulbs 5. Install the new bulb. Test it to INTERIOR LIGHT make sure it works. 6.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights TRUNK LIGHT 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs. 3. Push the new bulb into the metal tabs. Snap the lens back in place. Maintenance...
Page 167: Storing Your Car
Change the engine oil and filter If you store your car for 12 months (see page or longer, have your Honda dealer Support the front wiper blade perform the inspections called for in arms with a folded towel or rag so...
Page 168: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of your Honda helps to keep it "new" looking. This section gives you hints on how to clean your car and preserve its appearance: the paint, brightwork, wheels and interior. Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion.
Page 169: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Washing Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed Frequent washing helps preserve water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a your car's beauty. Dirt and grit can chamois or soft towel.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Waxing should use a polish on your Honda if Paint Touch-up Always wash and dry the whole car the finish does not have its original Your dealer has touch-up paint to before waxing it. You should wax shine after using a wax.
Page 171: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Carpeting Fabric Vinyl Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum Vacuum dirt and dust out of the remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make material frequently. For general cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft the carpet wear out faster.
Page 172 The rear window defogger wires are bonded to the inside of the glass. Many corrosion-preventive measures Wiping vigorously up-and-down can are built into your Honda. You can dislodge and break the defogger wires. help keep your car from corroding When cleaning the rear window, use by performing some simple periodic gentle pressure and wipe side-to-side.
Page 173 Body repairs can affect your car's and body. want Genuine Honda parts used in resistance to corrosion. If your car the repair. Although most insurers needs repairs after a collision, pay...
Page 174: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire....... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... experience with their cars. It gives If Your Engine Won't Start... you information about how to safely Nothing Happens or the evaluate the problem and what to do Starter Motor Operates...
Page 175: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: LOCATION spare tire as a temporary replace- MARK ment only.
Page 176: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Table of Contents ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ 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 The car can easily roll off the of a busy road is dangerous.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire TOOL KIT JACK JACK SPARE TIRE 4. Take the tool kit out of the trunk. 6. Turn the jack's end bracket 7. Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2 counterclockwise to loosen it, then turn with the wheel wrench.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH 8. Locate the jacking point nearest 9. Use the extension and wheel 10. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire. Temporarily place the flat tire the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the car pointed to by an arrow molded into on the ground with the outside...
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS BRAKE HUB WHEEL COVER 11. Before mounting the spare tire, 12. Put on the spare tire. Put the On S model Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, wheel cover off with a screwdriver or surface of the wheel and hub with...
Page 180 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 13. Lower the car to the ground and 14. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 15. On the Si and VTEC models remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have Remove the center cap before the wheel nut torque checked at storing the flat tire in the trunk the nearest automotive service...
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 19. Store the jack in its holder with 20. Store the wheel cover or center ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ WING BOLT SPACER CONE the end bracket facing to the rear. cap in the trunk. Make sure it does Turn the jack's end bracket to lock not get scratched or damaged.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why your engine won't Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to START start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the check the condition of the fuses.
Page 183 Check all the fuses 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- (see page 191). You cannot start a Honda with an sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, automatic transmission by pushing lights, etc.
Page 184 Connect the end to the positive ( + ) terminal other end to the grounding strap sure they have good metal-to- on your Honda's battery. as shown. Do not connect this metal contact. jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
Page 185: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car's tempera- Your car can overheat for several 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. ture gauge should stay in the mid- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in Neutral or range under most conditions.
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats ０３／０７／１０１６：１１：０９３１Ｓ５Ａ９３０００２１ 4. If the temperature gauge stays at reaches the middle of the tempera- 10.Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. ture gauge, or lower, before check- temperature control lever to ing the radiator.
Page 187: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator 4. Start the engine and watch the oil NOTICE pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, Running the engine with low oil turn off the engine. There is a pressure can cause serious mechanical mechanical problem that needs to damage almost immediately.
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator By eliminating as much of the Immediately turn off all electrical accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not drive several miles before the battery is too discharged to keep the to use other electrically-operated controls such as the power windows.
Page 189: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your NOTICE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP vehicle, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the malfunc- missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap tion indicator lamp on, you can damage and tighten it until it clicks.
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car INTERIOR UNDER- have fuses to protect them from a HOOD short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two or three fuse boxes. The under-hood fuse box is located The interior fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the driver's side.
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses ABS FUSE BOX 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 , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a FUSE PULLER BLOWN 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.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX : On Canadian cars Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 195 Emergency Towing There are three popular methods of If your Honda cannot be transported It is best to tow the car no farther towing a car: by flat-bed, it should be towed with than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the front wheels off the ground.
Page 196: Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers....Emission Controls......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications......... The Clean Air Act...... your Honda, and the locations of the Tire Information......Crankcase Emission Control identification numbers. The expla- System........Tire Size Designation....
Page 197: 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 198: Technical Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications page 146. 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the 1 : S engine. 2 : Si Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 , 0.09 Imp gal) 3 : VTEC 2 : S 3 : Si...
Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications : VTEC 1 : S 2 : Si page 3 : VTEC 4 : U.S.: S, Si without ABS, Canada : Si 5 : VTEC, U.S. Si with ABS page Technical Information...
Page 201: Tire Information
Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Information Tire Size Designation 14 — Rim diameter in inches. Tire Speed Ratings A tire's sidewall is marked with a tire The chart below shows many of the size designation. You will need this 82 —...
Page 202 Tire Pressure Adjustment For DOT Tire Quality Grading High Speed Driving (U.S. Cars) Honda strongly recommends that The tires on your car meet all U.S. you not drive faster than posted Federal Safety Requirements. All speed limits and conditions allow. If...
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Information Warning: The traction grade as- Warning: The temperature grade for Treadwear signed to this tire is based on brak- this tire is established for a tire that The treadwear grade is a compara- is properly inflated and not over- tive rating based on the wear rate of ing (straight ahead) traction tests...
Page 204 NOx and HC react to 120. the engine and burned. form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contribute to * In Canada, Honda vehicles comply Evaporative Emission Control smog creation, but it is a poisonous with the Canadian Motor Vehicle System gas.
Page 205 The three way catalytic converter is minimize the amount of HC, CO, and Genuine Honda replacement parts or in the exhaust system. Through NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The their equivalent for repairs. Using...
Page 206: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature...
Page 207 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... U.S. Zone Office Map....Canada Zone Office Map....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars)........Warranty Coverages..... Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 208: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)
Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information When you call or write, please give Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership's us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 209 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 210: Warranty Coverages
Replacement Battery Limited Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat belt that fails to function properly is Warranty — provides prorated Your new Honda is covered by these covered for the useful life of the car. coverage for a replacement battery warranties: purchased from a Honda dealer.
Page 211 Main Menu Index Airbag (SRS)........Shift Lever Position Indicator.. Shift Lever Positions....Air Cleaner Element...... Shift Lock Release..... Accessories Air Conditioning....... Installation........Maintenance....... ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Usage..........Position)........Air Outlets (Vents)......Air Pressure, Tires......Battery Adding Automatic Transmission High Speed Driving....Charging System Normal Driving......
Page 212 Main Menu Index Brakes, ABS Carbon Monoxide Hazard....Power Steering Fluid....Checklist, Before Driving..... Description......... Cargo, Loading......... Child Safety........Operation........Cassette Player Care..........Cigarette Lighter......System Indicator....34, Cleaner, Air........Braking System......Operation........Cleaning Break-in, New Car......CAUTION, Explanation of....ii CD Changer........
Page 213 Main Menu Index Coolant Dipstick Low Oil Pressure Indicator..Adding......... Automatic Transmission... Malfunction Indicator Lamp..Checking........Overheated Engine....Engine Oil........Proper Solution......Emergency Brake......Directional Signals......Replacing........Emergency Flashers....... Disabled, Towing Your Car If..Temperature Gauge....Emission Controls......Disc Brake Wear Indicators..Corrosion Protection.....
Page 214: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Main Menu Index Fan, Interior........Glass Cleaning....... Fuel............ Features, Comfort and Fill Door and Cap......Glove Box......... Convenience......... Gauge..........Filling the Fuel Tank....... Octane Requirement....Filters Oxygenated........Air..........Reserve Indicator......Halogen Headlight Bulbs....Oil..........Tank, Filling the......Hazard Warning Flashers....First Gear, Shifting......
Page 215 Main Menu Index Jump Starting......... Low Coolant Level......Low Fuel Indicator ......Identification Number, Vehicle..Lower Gear, Downshifting to a..If Your Car Has to be Towed..Low Oil Pressure Indicator..32, Ignition Keys........... Lubricant Specifications Chart..Keys..........Luggage..........Switch..........Timing Control System..... Label, Certification......
Page 216 Main Menu Index Overheating, Engine..... Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... Rear Locking Compartment... Owner Maintenance Checks..Neutral Gear Position....Rear View Mirror......New Vehicle Break-in ..... Rear Window Defogger....Normal Shift Speeds...... Reclining the Seat Backs....NOTICE, Explanation of....Panel Brightness Control....Recommended Shift Speeds ..
Page 217 Main Menu Index Reverse Gear Position....Service Station Procedures .... With a Dead Battery....Roof and Trunk Monitor....Setting the Clock......Steam Coming from Engine..Rotation, Tire......... Shifting Steering Wheel The Automatic Transmission .. Adjustment........The 5-speed Manual Anti-theft Column Lock....Transmission......
Page 218 Main Menu Index Technical Descriptions Uniform Tire Quality Grading..Tools, Tire Changing....Emission Control Systems..Torn Seat Belts ........Unleaded Gasoline......Upholstery Cleaning...... Three Way Catalytic Towing Used Oil, How to Dispose of..Converter........ A Trailer........Tire Information......Emergency Wrecker....Temperature Gauge......
Page 219 Main Menu Index * : U.S. and Canada only Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level..Operation........Washing.......... Waxing and Polishing....Wheels Adjusting the Steering....Alignment and Balance..... Compact Spare......Wrench........Windows Cleaning........Operating the Power....Rear, Defogger......Windshield Cleaning........Defroster........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......
Page 220: Gas Station Information
Main Menu Gas Station Information Automatic Transmission Fluid: Gasoline: Tire Pressure (measured cold): (S, Si) Honda Premium Formula Auto- matic Transmission Fluid (ATF) UNLEADED gasoline Front/Rear: Pump octane number of 86 or 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm higher (Si, VTEC)

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