Honda 1990 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

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Page 1 1990 Civic Hatchback/Sedan 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 Features & Safety ..........................What you should know before driving your car.
Page 2 DEALER'S SIGNATURE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any...
Page 3 During the first 200 miles (300 km), try to avoid severe braking. Brake misuse during this period will reduce future braking efficiency. Remember, your Honda Automobile Dealer knows your car best, and should be consulted for service assistance and advice.
Page 4: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Keys and Locks Keys (Hatchback) Your car is supplied with t w o identical keys that fit the ignition and all locks. You should keep one of them in a safe place, away from the car, as a spare. (Sedan) Your car is supplied with a master key that fits the ignition and all locks, and a valet key that fits the ignition and doors but not the...
Page 5 Main Menu Keys and Locks (cont'd) Power Door Locks (LX / EX Sedan) All doors can be simultaneously locked and unlocked by operating the master door lock switch. MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH In addition, the passenger doors will lock automatically when the lock tab on the driver's door is pushed down, or when the driver's door is locked from the outside with the key.
Page 6 Main Menu Hatch/Trunk Lid Lock (Hatchback) To open the hatch from outside, put the ignition key in the lock and turn clockwise. The hatch can be unlocked by pulling up the lever at the left side of the driver's seat. (Sedan) The trunk lid can be unlocked by pulling up the lever at the left side of the driver's seat.
Page 7 If you notice steady spark knock while holding a steady speed on a level road, try changing brands of gasoline. If the spark knock persists, consult your Honda dealer. Failure to do so is considered misuse, and misuse is not covered under the New Car Warranty.
Page 8 These fuels may not be available in other countries. If you intend taking your car outside the U.S. or Canada, write to American Honda Consumer Affairs (stating the year and model of your car) at the address below for information regarding modifications you may need to have done.
Page 9 When reinstalling the fuel cap, be sure both tabs on the cap are engaged in the slots of the filler neck and turn the cap until it stops. If you replace the cap, use only a genuine Honda replacement part or its equivalent. Failure to use the proper part could cause serious fuel system problems.
Page 10: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Ignition Switch The combined ignition switch/anti-theft lock is located on the right side of the steering column and has four positions: 0-LOCK position: The key can be removed or inserted in this position. To remove the key, push it in at position I, then turn it to 0 and pull it out.
Page 11: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Starting the Engine Before Starting Manual Transmission: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Push the clutch pedal all the way in (see NOTE below). 3. Shift the transmission to neutral. NOTE: On cars equipped with manual transmissions, the engine will not crank unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed, Automatic Transmission: 1.
Page 12 Main Menu Safety Items Before driving away, check that: The doors are closed properly. The mirrors are properly adjusted, and the windows clean. The driver and passengers are wearing properly adjusted seat belts. The head restraints are properly adjusted. The warning and indicator lights are operating properly. The brake pedal feels normal.
Page 13 Main Menu Seats Front Seat Adjust the seat position by pulling up on the adjustment lever under the front edge of the seat cushion, and sliding the seat to the desired position. Then release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in position by moving it back and forth.
Page 14 Main Menu To Get In/Out of Rear Seat (Hatchback) The right front seat has a release lever within easy reach of rear passengers: push it forward to release the seat-back for access to or from the rear seat. The driver's seat will also tilt forward by using the seat angle lever.
Page 15 Main Menu Seats (cont'd) Rear Seat (Hatchback) If you need more luggage space, the rear seat-back can be folded down. Pull the release on the top of the seat-back and fold the seat- back down. RELEASE Trunk Access from Rear Seat (Sedan) The rear seat-back can be opened by turning the lock on the rear shelf with the master key and pulling down the top of the seat-back.
Page 16 Main Menu Luggage Cover (DX/Si Hatchback) You can reach the luggage compartment from either side of the vehicle; from outside and inside. To open the front part of the cover, pull the cover up. The rear part of the cover can be also opened merely by lifting up on it.
Page 17: Seat Belts
Main Menu Seat Belts Your Honda is provided with seat belts to minimize the chance of injury to yourself and your passengers in a sudden stop or accident. For precautions on using seat belts for children babies and pregnant women, see pages —...
Page 18 Main Menu [Sedan] Wearing the Front Seat Belts The front seats have an automatic ("passive") restraint system consisting of a shoulder belt, and a knee bolster, as well as a manual lap belt. The belts have emergency locking retractors designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact.
Page 19 Main Menu Seat Belts (cont'd) Normal movement of the shoulder belt buckle may cause injury. Be sure all parts of your body, especially fingers and hands, are clear of the shoulder buckle while it is moving. NOTE: If the door is not closed completely, the shoulder belt buckle will not move and the door warning light will come on (see page 14).
Page 20 Main Menu Make sure the strap of the shoulder belt and the lap belt are not crossed. Do not wear the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm or out of position. Such use could increase the chance and amount of injury in an accident.
Page 21 —back and use Emergency Belt Release (see page 13). When the system does not function by either method, have the system checked by an authorized Honda dealer. If the light and beeper do not function at all or if they come on even with the belts latched and doors fully closed, it indicates a malfunction in the seat belt system.
Page 22 Main Menu [Hatchback] Wearing the Front Seat Belts The automatic ("passive") lap/shoulder belt system with emergency locking retractors are designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact. Otherwise, they allow you some freedom of movement in the seat. NOTE: The motion-sensing lock mechanisms for the front belts are located in the doors, therefore, if you open the door too quickly, the belt...
Page 23 Main Menu Seat Belts (cont'd) Too high Keep below hip bone Avoid placing the lap belt across your abdomen. In the event of a collision, the pressure of the belt on the abdomen may increase the extent of injury. Do not wear the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm or out of position.
Page 24 Main Menu Front Seat Belt Warning Light and Warning Beeper There are four warning lights in the car. Two of them are in the instrument panel and the other t w o lights are in the ceiling behind the rearview mirror. Each warning light will go on for about two seconds, when the ignition switch is turned on.
Page 25 In the event of a collision, severe personal injury could result. The system should be checked immediately by an authorized Honda dealer.
Page 26 Main Menu Buckling the Rear Seat Belts In the rear seat, there are two one-piece combination lap/shoulder belts and a center lap belt. The seat-backs and seat belts provide best restraint when the occupants are sitting well back and straight up in the seat. The right and left rear seat belts are one-piece combination lap/ shoulder belts with an emergency locking retractor designed to lock only during a sudden stop or impact.
Page 27 Main Menu Seat Belts (cont'd) 3. To release the seat belt, push the "PRESS" button in the buckle; the belt should retract automatically when released. If the belt does not fully retract, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. CAUTION: Make sure both rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat-backs whenever the seat-backs are in their upright...
Page 28 Main Menu Child Restraint Children riding in the car should be restrained to minimize the risk of injury in an accident, sudden stop or sudden maneuver. According to accident statistics provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat.
Page 29 Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions when installing the seat. Your Honda automobile is equipped with attachment points specifically for a rear seat mounted child restraint system which uses a top tether.
Page 30 NOTE: See your Honda dealer for installation of the optional lap belt or the child restraint system. When not in use, make sure the optional lap belt does not get caught in the passenger's door or seat mechanism.
Page 31 When the child restraint system is not in use, remove it from the car or secure it with the seat belt to keep it from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident. NOTE: See your Honda dealer for installation of the child restraint system.
Page 32 Main Menu Pregnant Women A pregnant woman should use the shoulder and lap belts to help lessen the chance of injury and/or the amount of injury in an accident. It is desirable that a pregnant woman ask her doctor at each medical check-up if she can drive, and also ask about the most appropriate way of wearing the lap/shoulder belt.
Page 33: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Instrument Panel CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH WIPER/ (LX/EX Sedan) WASHER DIGITAL CLOCK SWITCH REAR (Si Hatchback HAZARD WINDOW and LX/EX Sedan) WARNING DEFOGGER LIGHT SWITCH SWITCH GLOVE BOX HEATING/ ASHTRAY COOLING CONTROL HOOD POWER PANEL RELEASE MIRROR HANDLE ADJUSTMENT CIGARETTE FUSE...
Page 34 Main Menu Si Hatchback and LX/EX Sedan SHIFT LEVER ODOMETER POSITION INDICATOR FUEL GAUGE TACHOMETER (Automatic Trans. only) SPEEDOMETER COOLANT TEMPERATURE TRIP METER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON GAUGE STD/DX Hatchback and DX Sedan SHIFT LEVER SPEEDOMETER POSITION INDICATOR ODOMETER (Automatic Trans. only) COOLANT FUEL GAUGE...
Page 35 Main Menu Gauges Speedometer The speed is indicated in miles per hour (outside scale) and kilometers per hour (inside). Odometer The numbers on the odometer indicate miles. The odometer registers total distance traveled, and serves as your guide for determining when periodic maintenance is due. Federal law makes it illegal to alter the odometer of any motor vehicle with the intent to change the number of miles indicated.
Page 36: Warning And Indicator Lights
Main Menu Warning and Indicator Lights Si Hatchback and LX/EX Sedan STD/DX Hatchback and DX Sedan Shift Lever Position Indicator (Automatic Transmission only) An indicator between the fuel and coolant temperature gauges shows which gear you have selected. Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights When the turn signal lever is pushed for left or right turns, the appropriate green indicator arrow on the instrument panel will blink along with the signal.
Page 37 (see page Even if the oil level is correct, the engine should be checked by a Honda dealer before the car is driven again. NOTE: The oil pressure warning light will only light as a result of low oil pressure.
Page 38 It will also come on, and remain on, if there is a malfunction in the emission control system. If the light comes on while driving, avoid driving at high speed, and have the system checked by a Honda dealer as soon as possible. BRAKE Parking Brake/Brake Failure Warning Light Check the brake warning light every time you start the car.
Page 39: Tilt Steering
Main Menu Tilt Steering Tilt Steering (DX/Si Hatchback and Sedan) The steering wheel position can be adjusted to suit driver preference. 1.Push the lever located on the left side of the steering column all the way down and hold it while adjusting the steering wheel to the desired position.
Page 40 Main Menu Windshield Wipers/Washer/Defogger Windshield Wipers (DX/Si Hatchback and Sedan) Switch the wipers to INT for intermittent operation; LO for low speed operation; and HI for high speed operation. In fog or very light rain, push the lever down to the MIST position for temporary high speed...
Page 41 Main Menu Windshield Wipers/Washer/Defogger (cont'd) CAUTION: Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer; it will damage the paint. Do not use a vinegar/water combination in the windshield washer; it will damage the pump. Prolonged operation of the washer without fluid may damage the pump.
Page 42 Main Menu Mirrors Rearview Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust mirrors before you start. The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you. Flip the small tab on the bottom of the mirror forward or backward to select day or night position.
Page 43 Main Menu Lights Turn Signals R I G H T Push the turn signal lever down FIRST TURN to signal a left turn, and up for a STOP right turn. The indicator and appropriate signal lights will blink. The lever will return automatically to its original FIRST LEFT TURN...
Page 44 Main Menu Hazard Warning System This system should be used only when your car is stopped under emergency or hazardous conditions. To activate, push the hazard warning switch ( ). The front and rear turn signals will blink Push simultaneously and both indicator lights will flash.
Page 45 Main Menu Lights (cont'd) Luggage Area Light (Except for STD Hatchback) (Hatchback) The luggage area light has a two-position switch. In the first position it is OFF all the time, in the second position it goes ON only when the hatch or trunk lid is opened. (Sedan) The trunk compartment light goes on when the trunk lid is opened.
Page 46 Main Menu Cruise Control (LX/ EX Sedan) Cruise Control The Cruise Control system allows you to set and automatically maintain any speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator. As its name implies, it is meant for cruising on straight, uncongested highways or freeways.
Page 47 Main Menu Cruise Control (cont'd) To Change the Set Speed: To a faster speed — For gradual acceleration with your foot off the accelerator, push and hold the RESUME switch until you reach the desired speed; release the switch and the system's memory will be re-programmed to the new speed.
Page 48 Main Menu Hood To open, pull back on the handle under the left side of the dash. Pull to release The hood latch is spring-loaded, so the hood will pop up slightly. Release the safety catch under the front center of the hood by pushing the rubber-tipped handle up.
Page 49 Main Menu Clock, Glove Box and Parking Brake Digital Clock (Si Hatchback and LX/ EX Sedan) The time is displayed continuously when the ignition is on. At all other times, push in on the lid to display the time. To adjust the time: 1.
Page 50 Main Menu Power Windows (LX/ EX Sedan) DRIVER'S SWITCH The power windows can be operated only when the ignition switch is in the " I I " position. The operation of the windows is controlled by the main switch located in the master control panel on the driver's door.
Page 51: Cigarette Lighter And Ashtrays
Main Menu Cigarette Lighter and Ashtrays Cigarette Lighter (Except STD Hatchback) Push in to heat up. It will automati- cally release when the element is hot. DO NOT hold it in while it is Push heating up. Front Ashtray Open the ashtray by pulling its bottom edge toward you.
Page 52: Heating And Cooling
Main Menu Heating and Cooling The vents, heater and air conditioner are combined in one system; adjusting four basic controls to different settings can provide a full range of interior temperatures for safe and comfortable driving. Air conditioner: optional Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system can provide fresh air to the interior when the car is moving or stopped, even with the windows closed.
Page 53 Main Menu Heating and Cooling (cont'd) Dash Vents The corner vents can be used for flow-through ventilation, or for heating and air conditioning: When the car is moving, the driver's corner vent can also route fresh air directly from the outside by sliding the corner vent lever below it to the right and shutting it off from the heater and air conditioner system.
Page 54 Main Menu What the Controls Do: TEMPERATURE RECIRCULATION FAN SWITCH CONTROL DIAL LEVER FUNCTION LEVER AIR CONDITIONER SWITCH and INDICATOR LIGHT (optional) Fan Switch Switch the fan to low ( 1 ), medium ( 2 ), medium high ( 3 ) or high speed ( 4 ), to circulate warm, cool, or outside air, depending on where the temperature control dial and function levers are set.
Page 55 Main Menu Heating and Cooling (cont'd) TEMPERATURE RECIRCULATION FAN SWITCH CONTROL DIAL LEVER FUNCTION LEVER AIR CONDITIONER SWITCH (optional) Recirculation Lever Sliding the lever from the position to the position shuts off outside air and recirculates the air inside the car. If the heater or air conditioner is on, and you want to warm up or cool down the interior more quickly, or keep smoke or dust out of the car without losing the heat or cool function, simply slide the lever to...
Page 56 Main Menu To Cool (with optional air conditioner) To cool the car down quickly, slide the recirculation lever to the position, start the engine, turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise all the way, switch the fan to high ( 4 ), push the A/C button in, and open the window briefly.
Page 57 Main Menu Heating and Cooling (cont'd) To Heat Switch the fan on, turn the temperature control dial clockwise, slide the function lever to the position and the recirculation lever to the position, and warmed (outside) air will begin flowing from the floor outlets. To warm up the interior quickly, slide the recirculation lever to the position so inside air will recirculate to the heater.
Page 58 Main Menu To Defrost To defrost or defog the windshield and door windows, turn the temperature control dial clockwise, slide the function lever to the (defrost) position, the recirculation lever to the position, and switch the fan on. Warmed (outside) air will then flow from the windshield and side defroster vents.
Page 59 Main Menu Sunroof (Si Hatchback) Sunroof To open the sunroof, push and hold the switch. To close the sunroof, push and hold the switch. Release the switch when the roof gets to the position you want. Do not hold the switch on after the sunroof has fully opened or closed, or you may damage the sunroof motor.
Page 60 Main Menu If the Sunroof Won't Close The sunroof can be closed manually, if the control switch will not close it. SOCKET 1. Remove the round plug near the rear center of the headliner. 2. Insert the sunroof wrench (from the tool bag) into the socket.
Page 61 Main Menu Engine Exhaust Gas Warning A properly maintained car is your best protection against exhaust gas entering the passenger compartment. The exhaust system should be thoroughly inspected by a competent mechanic whenever: The car is raised for an oil change. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust.
Page 62 Main Menu Shifting the 4 or 5 Speed The fully synchronized manual transmission is very easy to shift up or down. When you stow down for traffic, steep hills, or corners, shift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor. When descending steep grades, select a lower gear to help maintain a safe speed and to prevent the brakes from over-...
Page 63 Main Menu Shifting the 4 or 5 Speed (cont'd) Recommended Shift Speeds For best fuel economy, and effective emission control, shift at the speeds shown for your car: STD Hatchback DX Hatchback and Sedan Si Hatchback...
Page 64 Main Menu Maximum Allowable Speeds The speeds shown below are the maximum at which the car can be driven or downshifted in each gear without over-revving the engine:...
Page 65 4. Return the key to the ignition switch, depress the brake pedal and restart the engine. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE NOTE: If you encounter any problem shifting out of Park, have your authorized Honda dealer check the system as soon as possible.
Page 66 Main Menu Operating Tips For smoother operation, apply the brakes when shifting from Neutral or Park to a forward or reverse gear. When parking: bring the car to a stop with the foot brake, hold the brake on and shift into Park, set the hand brake and then turn off the engine.
Page 67 Main Menu Shifting the Automatic (cont'd) Driving Technique -4th Use the D range for normal in-town and highway driving. The car will start off in 1st and shift automatically to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. The further down you push the accelerator, the later the transmission will shift and the faster the car will accelerate.
Page 68 The Required Maintenance Schedule * specifies all maintenance required to keep your car in peak operating condition. Work should be done by an authorized Honda dealer but may be done by any qualified service facility or individual who is competent in this type of work.
Page 69 Main Menu Check the following items at each fuel stop: 1. Engine oil level. 2. Radiator coolant level. Check the following items periodically: 1. Brakes: for braking efficiency, brake pedal travel and hydraulic fluid level. 2. Lights: for operation of headlights, taillights, side marker lights, stoplights, turn signals and back-up lights.
Page 70 Main Menu Maintenance Schedule and Records (cont'd) Check oil and coolant level at each fuel stop. Under severe driving conditions, service those items twice as often. (See page...
Page 71 Main Menu Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below. Keep receipts for all work done on your car. (cont'd)
Page 72 Main Menu Maintenance Schedule and Records (cont'd) Severe Driving Conditions CAUTION: The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals. Severe driving conditions include: A: Repeated short distance driving Driving in dusty conditions C: Driving in severe cold weather...
Page 73 Main Menu...
Page 74: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Fluid Locations AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR RADIATOR WASHER FLUID ENGINE OIL RESERVOIR CAP DIPSTICK RADIATOR RESERVE TANK CAP...
Page 75: Engine Oil And Filter
Main Menu Engine Oil and Filter Checking Check the engine oil a couple of minutes after shutting the engine off, with the car parked on level ground. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. Reinsert it all the way down, then pull it out and read the level.
Page 76 7,500 miles (12,000 km), whichever comes first. The filter is located on the engine block, below the intake manifold. A special "cap type" oil filter wrench is required (available from your Honda dealer). Use only a genuine Honda filter or its equivalent.
Page 77 Main Menu 6. Reinstall the filler cap securely. 7. Start the engine and make sure oil is not leaking from the drain bolt or filter. 8. Shut off the engine and recheck the oil level. NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment.
Page 78 Main Menu Transmission Oil/Fluid Check Transmission oil/fluid must be checked with the engine off and the car on level ground. If the engine has been running, some engine components may be hot enough to burn you. CAUTION: If the oil/fluid level is low, check for possible leaks before adding oil.
Page 79 Main Menu Use the proper viscosity oil for the climate in which you drive: Ambient temperature Automatic The automatic transmission fluid level is checked (with the engine off and the car on level ground) using the dipstick on the passenger side of the transmission housing.
Page 80: Cooling System
Main Menu Cooling System Your Honda engine contains a number of aluminum parts. Therefore, it requires an antifreeze/coolant specifically formulated to protect the aluminum parts from corrosion. Failure to use a suitable antifreeze/coolant may seriously shorten the life of the engine as the result of rapid corrosion damage.
Page 81 Main Menu If the level is below the MAX mark, but still visible, add a 50/50 RESERVE TANK solution of antifreeze and water to bring it up to MAX. If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, the cooling system should be checked for leaks and repaired if necessary.
Page 82 Main Menu Cooling System (cont'd) 1 .Turn the heater temperature control dial to maximum heat. 2. Remove the radiator cap, splash shield and drain plug when the radiator is cool, and drain the radiator. BLEED BOLT RADIATOR DRAIN PLUG DRAIN BOLT 3.
Page 83 Brake Wear Both front and rear brakes should be inspected for wear at the intervals shown in the maintenance schedule on page When the brakes require maintenance, use only genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent. (cont'd)
Page 84 Main Menu Brakes (cont'd) Front Brake Wear Indicators Your car is equipped with audible front brake wear indicators. When the brake pads wear to point that they should be replaced, they will make a "screeching" sound when the wheels are rolling and when the brakes are applied.
Page 85: Power Steering
Do not overfill. CAUTION: Use only genuine Honda power steering fluid. The use of other fluids such as A.T.F. or other manufacturer's power steering fluid will damage the system.
Page 86 It should be replaced at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months whichever comes first, or any time you suspect contaminated gas may have clogged it. CAUTION: Because the fuel system is under pressure, the filter should be replaced only by a qualified Honda technician.
Page 87: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Spark Plugs Spark plugs should be replaced every 24 months or 30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. Recommended spark plugs: CAUTION: Never use spark plugs with an improper heat range; they will adversely affect engine performance and durability. Spark Plug Replacement Replace plugs one at a time, so you don't get the wires mixed up.
Page 88: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Wiper Blades For maximum visibility, replace worn or cracked wiper blades when you notice they do not wipe the windshield cleanly or smoothly. To Replace Worn-out Blades: 1. Detach the blade assembly from the arm by pressing the lock tab in, then pushing the blade toward Press Lock the base of the arm.
Page 89 Main Menu Battery The condition of the battery can be determined by checking the test indicator. Service as required according to the label on the battery. Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and warm water. Dry the terminals and then coat them with grease.
Page 90: Fuse Replacement
Main Menu Fuse Replacement The fuse box is located under the dashboard on the driver's side. The circuits protected by each fuse are listed inside the box. (Hatchback) (Sedan) Pull down (Sedan) The fuses for automatic shoulder belt buckle motor are installed on terminal of the battery.
Page 91 If the main fuse blows, have a Honda dealer check the system, repair the cause, and replace the fuse.
Page 92: Bulb Replacement
Main Menu Bulb Replacement NOTE: See pages for bulb specifications. Front turn signal lights Front side marker and turn signal lights/position lights Back-up lights (Sedan) License plate lights...
Page 93 Main Menu Rear side marker, turn signal, brake, taillights and back-up lights (Back-up lights: Hatchback only) Sedan Hatchback Luggage area light Interior light (except for STD Hatchback) High mount brake lamp Hatchback Sedan...
Page 94 Main Menu Tires The factory-installed tires on your car were selected to provide the best performance for normal driving. The tire label in the glove box lists recommended tire pressures for carrying loads up to the limit shown. (Tire pressures are also listed on the back cover of this manual.) TIRE LABEL These pressures were chosen to provide you with the best combi-...
Page 95 Main Menu Snow Tires If you use snow tires, they should have the same load capacity as the original equipment tires, and they must be installed in sets of four, or they may cause poor handling. Cars with snow tires should not be driven faster than 75 mph (120 km/h).
Page 96 When replacing tires, use only the recommended tire size. Wheel rim widths and offsets must be those recommended by American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Contact the Zone Office nearest you as shown on the inside of the back cover. Tires and wheels other than those recommended may be unsafe.
Page 97 Main Menu Air Conditioner Care Condenser and Radiator Check the engine radiator and the air conditioner condenser (in front of the radiator) for accumulated dirt, insects or leaves. Carefully brush or hose them off to assure maximum cooling performance. CAUTION: Radiator and condenser fins are very thin and easily damaged;...
Page 98 Main Menu Air Conditioner Care (cont'd) System Maintenance Run your air conditioner at least once a week for about ten minutes, even during the off season, to lubricate the seals and the inside of the compressor and, to verify that the system is functional. If the air conditioner is not cooling properly, it may indicate an undercharged system.
Page 99: Appearance Care
During wiping, inspect the surface for stone chips and scratches; paint them with touch-up paint so they won't rust (touch-up paint is available through your Honda dealer). For further instructions on corrosion protection, refer to the Rust Prevention section on following page.
Page 100 Main Menu Appearance Care (cont'd) Waxing Wax the car when water will no longer "bead" on the paint. Always wash and dry the car before you wax it. Use a good quality liquid or paste wax, and follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Page 101 Main Menu Preventive Service Check all drain holes in doors and body panels for clogging and clear if necessary. When washing your car, also clean the underside of the car by using high pressure water; above subframe, inside front fender, rear suspension, inside rear wheel housing, and under rear bumper.
Page 102: Body Repair
Replacement Body and Fender Parts If your vehicle incurs body damage and requires replacement parts, we encourage you to use only Genuine Honda sheet metal body and fender parts. Many insurance companies are specifying imitation sheet metal parts for collision repairs in an effort to reduce claim costs;...
Page 103: Spare Tire
Main Menu Spare Tire COMPACT Spare Tire Your car is supplied with a COMPACT spare tire and wheel for temporary use only in the event of a flat tire. Use the COMPACT spare only when you have to, and only to go as far as the next garage or dealer to have the regular tire repaired and reinstalled.
Page 104 Main Menu Spare Tire (cont'd) TREAD The COMPACT spare tire has a INDICATOR much shorter tread life than WEAR LOCATION regular tires. Replace the tire as MARK INDICATOR soon as tread wear indicators appear as solid bands across the tread. Replace with a tire of exactly the same size and construction.
Page 105: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire Do not attempt to change a tire unless the car is on firm, level ground and well out of the flow of traffic. Park the car on a firm, level surface, apply the parking brake, turn on the hazard warning switch and put the transmission in gear (Park for automatic).
Page 106 Main Menu Changing a Flat Tire (cont'd) To reduce the possibility of injury, be sure to use the jack provided with the car and the correct jacking points; never use any other part of the car for jack support. 6. Set the jack handle extension in the connector on the end of the jack and install the lug wrench/jack handle.
Page 107 11. Tighten the lug nuts securely. The recommended torque is: 110 N·m (11 kg-m,80 Ib-ft) If a torque wrench was not used, ask an authorized Honda dealer to verify the torque as soon as possible. 12. Repair or replace the damaged tire as soon as you can, then reinstall it in its original position on the car, and put the spare back in the car.
Page 108: Jump Starting
Main Menu Jump Starting To start a car with a dead battery, use another battery of the same voltage, and the proper jumper cables. Procedures other than those below could cause injury or damage from battery acid spray, explosion or charging system overload.
Page 109 Main Menu Towing If towing is necessary, contact a professional towing service. Your authorized Honda dealer can assist you with detailed towing instructions. Never use tow chains or rope to tow a car; your ability to safely control the car may be adversely affected.
Page 110 Main Menu If Your Car Gets Stuck If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a professional towing service for assistance in getting your car out. CAUTION: Do not rev up the engine and allow the wheels to spin freely at high speed.
Page 111 Main Menu Shoulder Belt Buckle (Sedan) Proceed as follws if the shoulder belt buckle stalls. 1. Lift the hood and remove the cover from the fuse case (for the automatic shoulder belt buckle motor) located on the battery's terminal. 2. Remove the fuse for the automatic ("passive") shoulder belt buckle motor that does not work.
Page 112 Main Menu Shoulder Belt Buckle (Sedan) (cont'd) 4. Remove the cover located on the center pillar. COVER 5. Set the wrench extension into the wrench grip (both provided in the tool bag) then insert the wrench into the socket and turn it counterclockwise until the shoulder belt buckle reaches its rear locked position.
Page 113 Main Menu Specifications(Hatchback) *1 Excluding the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine: (0.11 US gal, 0.09 Imp gal) *2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine but including that remaining in the oil filter. (cont'd)
Page 114 Main Menu Specifications (Hatchback) (cont'd) page 87.
Page 115 Main Menu...
Page 116 Main Menu Specifications (Sedan) *1 Excluding the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine: (0.11 US gal, 0.09 Imp gal) *2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine but including that remaining in the oil filter.
Page 117 Main Menu page 87. (cont'd)
Page 118 Main Menu Specifications (Sedan) (cont'd)
Page 119: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Identification Numbers The Vehicle Identification Number (V.I.N.) is stamped on a plate attached to the top left side of the dashboard. It also appears on the Certification label attached to the door jamb, as well as under the hood on the body, directly behind the engine.
Page 120 Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grades The tires on your car meet Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also "graded" according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards for tread wear, traction and temperature. Three grades are shown on the tire sidewall TIRE WHEEL RIM Tread Wear...
Page 121 Main Menu Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Page 122: Emission Controls
Carbon monoxide does not react to form smog, but it is toxic. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has developed a number of systems which are highly effective in reducing carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons.
Page 123 These systems are entirely separate from the crankcase and evaporative emission control systems described previously. HONDA PGM-FI System The PGM-FI system consists of three independent sub-systems; Air Intake, Electronic Control and Fuel Control, thus allowing more accurate control of air/fuel ratios under all operating conditions.
Page 124: Catalytic Converter
— Don't change the ignition timing, or remove any emission control parts. — Use only the spark plugs specified in this manual. — Don't keep driving your car if it isn't running properly, or if its CHARGE warning light comes on; have it checked by your Honda dealer.
Page 125: Warranty Service
If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty decision or service you received at an authorized Honda dealership, you should review the matter with that dealership's Service Manager. This will normally resolve your problem. If it does not resolve your problem you should appeal the decision with the owner of the dealership.
Page 126: Reporting Safety Defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investiga- tion, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Page 127: Service Manuals
- d e p t h t r o u b l e s h o o t i n g information for each electrical circuit in your car. You can purchase these manuals through your Honda dealer's Parts Department.
Page 128 Main Menu Index Air Conditioner Capacities (Hatch back)....113 Operation ........47 Capacities (Sedan)......116 Care and Cleaning......99 Service ........97 Air Filter ...........86 Catalytic Converter......124 Certification Label ......119 Air Pressure, Tires......94 Antifreeze Chains, Tires ........95 ....See "Radiator Coolant" Check Engine Warning Light ..31 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock Child Proof Door Locks ....5...
Page 129 Main Menu Headlight High Beam Indicator Specif ication(Hatchback) ..114 Light ..........29 Specification(Sedan) ....117 Head Restraints.........7 Engine Exhaust Gas Warning Heating ..........50 ............60 High Beam Evaporative Emission Control Indicator Light ......29 System ........123 Switch........36 Exterior Care........99 Hood Latch........41 Filters Identification Numbers....119 Air..........86 Engine Oil ........76...
Page 130 Main Menu Index (cont'd) Parking Brake ........42 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column Passive Belt ........10 Lock........57 P G M - F I Child Proof Door Locks ....5 Check Engine Warning Light..31 System ........124 Doors..........3 Fuel Filler Door......55 Power Hatch/Trunk Lid ......5 Door Locks ........4 Mirrors...
Page 131 Main Menu Buckling the Front Tilt Steering Tire Air Pressure Seat Belts(Sedan) Balancing Buckling the Front Chains Seat Belts(Hatchback) Chaning a Flat Tire Buckling the Rear COMPACT Spare Seat Belts DOT Tire Quality Grades ..120 Child Restraint Inflation Pressures Cleaning Requirement Fasten Seat Belt Reminder Rotation...

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