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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

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

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

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

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

Gas Station Information

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

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Summary of Contents for Honda 1997 Civic Hatchback

Page 1: Table Of Contents
1997 Civic Hatchback 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 Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
Page 2: Introduction
NOTICE information is intended to help you One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to avoid damage to your Honda, other read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and property, or the environment.
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
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.
Page 4: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety Storing Cargo Safely....This section gives you important Important Safety Reminders..Driving with Pets......information about occupant protec- Seat Belt System Components..tion. It shows how to use seat belts Lap/Shoulder Belt......Child Safety........properly. It explains the Supple- Where Should Children Sit?..
Page 5: Your Occupant Protection System
Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat Two indicator lights are also part of To get the maximum protection from belts and other features that work your safety system. One reminds you your occupant protection system, together to protect you and your...
Page 6: The Seat Belt System And How It Works
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Why Wear Seat Belts Two people should never use the Wearing seat belts, and wearing same seat belt. If they do, they could them properly, is fundamental to Not wearing a seat belt 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 Your Honda has seat belts in all five each passenger seating position has seating positions. The front seats an additional locking mechanism...
Page 8: Lap Belt
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt Lap Belt Wearing Seat Belts Properly Before putting on the seat belt, move You can increase the effectiveness of BELT END BUCKLE the driver's seat as far back as is your seat belts if you take a little time to read the following pages and practical while still allowing you to...
Page 9 The Seat Belt System and How It Works 1. Pull the latch plate across your 2. Check that the belt is not twisted. 4. Pull up on the shoulder part of the belt to remove any slack. Make body and insert it into the buckle. sure the belt goes over your Tug on the belt to make sure the 3.
Page 10: Wearing The Lap Belt
The Seat Belt System and How It Works 5. If the shoulder belt crosses your Wearing the Lap Belt neck while you are sitting in one of the outside positions of the rear seat, you need to adjust your seating position. Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone.
Page 11: Advice For Pregnant Women
The Seat Belt System and How It Works Advice for Pregnant Women 2. Position the belt as low as possible To unlatch the belt, push the red Protecting the mother is the best across your hips and pelvic bones, PRESS button on the buckle. way to protect her unborn child.
Page 12: Seat Belt Maintenance
The Seat Belt System and How It Works If possible, use a lap/shoulder seat Seat Belt Maintenance belt, remembering to keep the lap For safety, you should check the portion as low as possible (see page condition of your seat belts regularly. Pull out each belt fully and look for Each time you have a check-up, ask frays, cuts, burns, and wear.
Page 13: Supplemental Restraint System
Supplemental Restraint System Your car is equipped with a Supple- SRS Components What Happens In a Crash mental Restraint System (SRS) to If you ever have a severe frontal Your supplemental restraint system help protect the head and chest of collision, the sensors will detect includes: the driver and front seat passenger...
Page 14: Important Facts About Airbags
Supplemental Restraint System After the crash, you may see what Important Facts About Airbags during a crash sequence. looks like smoke. This is actually Airbags inflate only when needed; in powder from the airbag's surface. a severe frontal collision. A severe Injuries, including fatal injuries, can People with respiratory problems collision would be similar to a crash...
Page 15: How The Driver's Airbag Works
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. To reduce the possibility of injury, you should always sit back as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full...
Page 16: How The Passenger's Airbag Works
Supplemental Restraint System The driver's airbag is stored in the How the Passenger's Airbag Front seat passengers should move center of the steering wheel. For Works the seat as far back as practical and your safety, do not attach any items sit well back in the seat.
Page 17: System Service
Do not try to remove or discard the airbags yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer. If you see any of these indications, the airbag may not work when needed in an accident. Take the car to your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service.
Page 18: 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 19: Additional Safety Information
Additional Safety Information The seat belts and airbags are obvi- Seat-back Position Head Restraint Position ously important parts of your occu- The seat-backs should be in an pant protection system. upright position for you and your passengers to get the most protec- In addition, you should know that tion from the seat belts.
Page 20: Door Locks
Additional Safety Information Door Locks Be sure to keep compartment doors The recommended way to restrain a It is not safe to leave your car doors closed when the car is moving. If a medium-sized or larger dog is with a unlocked.
Page 21: Child Safety
Child Safety Where Should Children Sit? According to accident statistics, An infant or child who is not children of all sizes and ages are properly restrained can be killed safer when they are properly or seriously injured in a crash. restrained in the rear seat rather than the front seat.
Page 22: Important Safety Reminders
Child Safety If a toddler seat is used in the front Important Safety Reminders Two children should never use the seat of a car equipped with a passen- Never hold a baby or child on your same seat belt. If they do, they could ger's airbag, the vehicle seat should lap when riding in a car.
Page 23: For Restraining Children Under 40 Lbs (18 Kg)
Child Safety General Guidelines for To properly route a seat belt through Restraining an Infant Who Restraining Children Under a child seat, follow the seat maker's Weighs Less Than 20 lbs 4 0 lbs (18 kg) instructions. If you use a lap/ (9 kg) Use an approved child seat.
Page 24: Storing A Child Seat
Child Safety Canadian Models Storing a Child Seat When you are not using an infant seat or other child restraint, either TOOTHED WASHER remove it or make sure it is properly secured so it cannot be thrown around the car during a crash. The anchor plate and mounting- hardware for a top tether are supplied with the car.
Page 25: Alcohol And Drugs
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 26: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon With the hatch open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car's Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause entering the car in normal driving if condition.
Page 27: Safety Labels
They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully and don't remove them. 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 28: Instruments And Controls
Indicator Lights........ Hatch..........Seat Adjustments......contribute to the daily operation of Gauges..........Front Seat Adjustments....your Honda. All the essential Speedometer........ Head Restraints......controls are within easy reach. Tachometer........Rear Seat Access......Odometer........Folding Rear Seat......
Page 29: Control Locations
Control Locations AUDIO SYSTEM, HEATING/ DIGITAL CLOCK COOLING (P.66, 71) CONTROL (P.58) HATCH RELEASE HANDLE (P.47) HOOD RELEASE FUEL FILL HANDLE DOOR RELEASE (P.82) (P.83) Instruments and Controls...
Page 30 Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM information about your car. CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR* INDICATOR Lamp Check These indicator lights come on when MALFUNCTION HATCH-OPEN INDICATOR LAMP INDICATOR you turn the ignition switch ON (II), allowing you to see that they are...
Page 31 Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light PARKING BRAKE AND HIGH BEAM INDICATOR BRAKE SYSTEM This indicator lights when you turn INDICATOR* the ignition ON (II). It is a reminder CHARGING SYSTEM to you and your passengers to HATCH-OPEN INDICATOR protect yourselves by fastening the INDICATOR seat belts.
Page 32 Indicator Lights Charging System Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada Parking Brake Indicator and Brake (ABS) Indicator BRAKE System If this light comes on when the Only on cars equipped with ABS (see Indicator engine is running, the battery is not page 101) being charged.
Page 33 Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator High Beam Indicator Hatch-open Indicator Lamp See page 176. This light comes on with the high This light comes on if the hatch is beam headlights. See page not closed tightly. Turn Signal and information on the headlight Hazard Warning controls.
Page 34 Gauges Odometer TACHOMETER TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE The odometer shows the total dis- GAUGE 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 35 Gauges Temperature Gauge TEMPERATURE TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE This shows the temperature of the GAUGE 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 the upper blue zone.
Page 36 Gauges When the distance driven since the Maintenance Required Indicator last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn yellow. If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn red. Your dealer will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance.
Page 37: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING REAR WINDOW column contain controls for driving BRIGHTNESS WIPERS/WASHERS LIGHTS DEFOGGER features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.
Page 38 Controls Near the Steering Wheel If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams, pull the Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it. The high beams will come reminder beeper when you open the on and go off.
Page 39 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it. TURN SIGNAL LEVER The dial on the dashboard to the left Signal a turn or lane change with this...
Page 40 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 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Wiper and Washer Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger On U.S. DX and Canadian models The rear window defogger will clear Push the red button to the left of the To turn on the rear window wiper, fog, frost, and thin ice from the center vents to turn on the hazard turn the ring clockwise to ON.
Page 42 When cleaning the glass, When replacing keys, use only always wipe side to side. Honda-approved key blanks. Your car comes with two identical keys. They fit all the locks on your car: Ignition...
Page 43: Keys And Locks
Keys and Locks Ignition Switch LOCK (0) - You can insert or ACCESSORY (I) - In this position, you can operate the audio system remove the key only in this position. and the accessory power socket. When you turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering wheel to release ON (II) —...
Page 44 Keys and Locks Hatch Door Locks LOCK TAB HATCH RELEASE HANDLE You can open the hatch in two ways: The doors can also be locked and Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Push the tab in to unlocked from the outside with the Pull the hatch release handle.
Page 45 Keys and Locks, Seat Adjustments Front Seat Adjustments To close the hatch, press down on Adjust the seat before you start To change the angle of the seat-back, the back edge. pull up on the lever on the outside of driving.
Page 46: Seat Adjustments
Seat Adjustments Head Restraints push the release button sideways and push the restraint down. Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get To remove a head restraint for from your seat belt in a crash. cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go.
Page 47 Seat Adjustments, Folding Rear Seat Rear Seat Access Folding Rear Seat To lock the seat-back upright, move the seat belt out of the way then push the seat-back firmly against its latch. Tug on the seat-back to make sure it is latched. RELEASE Make sure all items in the cargo area LEVER...
Page 48 Cargo Area Cover, Mirrors Cargo Area Cover Mirrors To install the cover, line up the Keep the inside and outside mirrors On DX, Canadian CX and CX (GOP) clean and adjusted for best visibility. mounting rods with the slots then models Be sure to adjust the mirrors before The cargo area cover may be re-...
Page 49 Parking Brake, Glove Box Glove Box Parking Brake NOTICE PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. GLOVE BOX Open the glove box by pulling the To apply the parking brake, pull the handle.
Page 50 Glove Box, Beverage Holder Beverage Holder An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Push Always keep the glove box closed while driving. To open the beverage holder, push Be careful when you are using the on the top.
Page 51 Accessory Power Socket, Ashtrays Accessory Power Socket Ashtrays NOTICE (Optional) Front and rear ashtrays are available Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, as options. The front ashtray fits in cigars, and other smoking materials. the beverage holder. To prevent a possible fire and damage The rear ashtray fits in the rear of to your car, don't put paper or other the center console.
Page 52: Interior Lights
Interior Lights DOOR ACTIVATED The interior light has a three- position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the interior light comes on when you open either door. In the ON position, the interior light stays on continuously.
Page 53: Comfort And Convenience Features
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..... conditions. Audio System........
Page 54 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 TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL CONTROL LEVER LEVER exactly fit your vehicle.
Page 55 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 56 Heating and Cooling Vent Controls How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the SIDE VENT CENTER VENT system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. Open The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to Close generate hot and cold air.
Page 57 Heating and Cooling MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION AIR CONDITIONING It is best to leave the system in Fresh BUTTON 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 58 Heating and Cooling RECIRCULATION AIR CONDITIONING MODE BUTTONS To Cool with A/C BUTTON 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 59 Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with Air To Defog and Defrost To warm the interior: To remove fog from the inside of the Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes windows: 1. Start the engine. moisture from the air. When used in 2.
Page 60 Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather: MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON BUTTON 1. Start the engine. 2. Select When you select , the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the...
Page 61 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 slide the fan speed and temperature defroster vents.
Page 62: Audio System
VOL knob or the A M / F M button. frequency in small increments, press Adjust the volume by turning the and release the TUNE/SEEK bar Your Honda's audio system provides knob. quickly. clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow SEEK —...
Page 63 Audio System To store a frequency: 1. Select the desired band, AM or PWR/VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON 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 64 Audio System MODE BUTTON Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the MODE button. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to VOL each time you press the button.
Page 65 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 cies: from the station's transmitter,...
Page 66 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. Your thunderstorms, high humidity, and radio then receives both the direct even sunspots.
Page 67 Audio System Digital Clock The audio system also displays the time. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). TIME DISPLAYED To set the time, press the CLOCK button. The hour numbers will begin blinking. Press the Preset 5 button to get the numbers to count down, or the Preset 6 button to get the hours to count up.
Page 68 Audio System Operating the Optional Cassette the other side, press the PROG press the A M / F M or CD/TAPE Player button. button. To change back to the The cassette system features Dolby cassette player, press the CD/TAPE B* noise reduction, automatic Dolby B noise reduction turns on button.
Page 69 Audio System TMS — The Tape Music Search TUNE/SEEK TAPE DIRECTION FM/AM BUTTON PROG BUTTON INDICATOR BUTTON function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage. To activate TMS, press FF or REW until you hear a beep. You will see TMS displayed.
Page 70 30 hours of use. the cassette to jam in the player. Your dealer has a cleaning kit Never try to insert a warped or ejects, take the car to your Honda dealer. available. damaged cassette in the player.
Page 71 Audio System Operating the Optional CD PWR/VOL KNOB REPEAT INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON Player/Changer A Compact Disc changer is available through 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.
Page 72 Audio System Press the EJECT button to remove To select a different disc, press the REPEAT — When you activate the the disc from the player. appropriate preset button (1 — 6). If Repeat feature by pressing the RPT you select an empty slot in the button, the system continuously If you eject the disc, but do not magazine, the changer will, after...
Page 73 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 74 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 75: Before Driving
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 stow luggage Service Station Procedures ....
Page 76 Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Gasoline Oxygenated Fuels Help assure your car's future Your Honda is designed to operate Some conventional gasolines are reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump being blended with alcohol or an extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
Page 77 If you are planning to take your service station or switch to another Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) brand of gasoline. contact the tourist bureaus in the...
Page 78 Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as Gasoline is highly flammable pressure inside the tank escapes. and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured 4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel when handling fuel.
Page 79 Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP 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. Pull the hood your fingers under the front edge and insert the end into the hole on release handle located under the...
Page 80: Before Driving
Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Check the engine oil level every time you fill the car with fuel. Wait at least cloth or paper towel. two minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 81 Engine Coolant Check Checks on page for information RESERVE on checking other items in your TANK Honda. M I N UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank.
Page 82: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your Driving Habits A cold engine uses more fuel than a driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 83 Accessories Your Honda dealer has many acces- Some non-Honda accessories you Electronic communications equip- sories available to personalize your can buy in the "aftermarket" are ment, such as cellular telephones car. Some of these are audio systems, designed for universal applications.
Page 84: Loading Cargo
The maximum load you can carry in This final number is the total weight When you fold down the rear seat- your Honda is 850 lbs (395 kg). It of cargo you can load in or on the car. back to haul large objects, place...
Page 85 Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive......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 86: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat 9. Turn the ignition ON (II). Check and adjustments every day before (see page 48). the indicator lights in the instru- you drive your car. ment panel.
Page 87: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls Use the following procedure: right away, repeat step 4 with the 2. In cold weather, turn off all accelerator pedal pressed half-way 1. Turn off all electrical accessories electrical accessories to reduce down.
Page 88: Speed Manual Transmission
5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the car moving. Push can cause loss of control on down the clutch pedal, and pause for slippery surfaces.
Page 89 5-speed Manual Transmission Maximum Speeds Recommended Shift Points The speeds in this table are the Drive in the highest gear that lets 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 90: Driving
Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four Shift Lever Position Indicator forward speeds, and is electronically controlled for smoother shifting. It UNLEADED also has a "lock-up" torque converter FUELONLY for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 91: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions Park (P) — This position mechani- cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 92 Automatic Transmission Reverse (R) — To shift to Reverse Drive (D ) — Use this position for from Park, see the explanation under your normal driving. The transmis- sion automatically selects a suitable Park. To shift to Reverse from gear for your speed and acceleration. Neutral, come to a complete stop and You may notice the transmission then shift.
Page 93: Driving
Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) —This position is similar Second (2) — To shift to Second, Maximum Speeds to D , except only the first three press the release button on the side The speeds in this table are the gears are selected.
Page 94 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 95 Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. The indicator the front wheels away from the curb. Make sure the windows are closed. on the instrument panel shows that If you have a manual transmission, the parking brake is not fully put it in first gear.
Page 96: The Braking System
The Braking System All Civics are equipped with front Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all cars wheels are drum. A power assist up heat and reduces their effective- have audible brake wear indicators.
Page 97 The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes If this happens, you will immediately The hydraulic system that operates notice that the brake pedal goes The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) the brakes has two separate circuits. down much farther and you need to is optional on the U.S.
Page 98 The Braking System You will feel a pulsation in the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or pedal when the ABS activates, and distance it takes to stop the car, it uneven surfaces, such as gravel or you may hear some noise.
Page 99 The Braking System system has shut down. The brakes ABS Indicator still work like a conventional system without anti-lock, providing normal, stopping ability. You should have the dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible if this light stays on after you start the engine, or comes on while driving.
Page 100: Driving In Bad Weather
Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive Visibility — Being able to see slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 101 Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Traction — Check your tires Towing a Trailer frequently for wear and proper Your car is not designed to tow a pressure. Both are important in trailer. Attempting to do so can void preventing "hydroplaning"...
Page 102: 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 103: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you with more economical, trouble-free technician or other qualified...
Page 104 Maintenance Safety Read the instructions before you Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is on. Also, be sure the engine To reduce the possibility of fire or is off.
Page 105: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: 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 106 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 107 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" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.
Page 108 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. Driving in hot [over 90°F (32°...
Page 109: Required Maintenance Record
Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below. Keep receipts for all work done on your car. Maintenance...
Page 110 Non-Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see page Maintenance...
Page 111: Owner Maintenance Checks
Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level — Check every Tires — Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 112: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) CLUTCH FLUID (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT POWER RESERVOIR STEERING FLUID (Red cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) Maintenance...
Page 113: Engine Oil
An oil that is only classified SG is not recommended. A fuel-efficient oil is recommended for your Honda. This is shown on the API Service label by the words To add oil, unscrew and remove the "Energy Conserving " or "Energy Conserving I I .
Page 114 It only increases the cost preferred for improved fuel economy of operating your car. 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). Maintenance...
Page 115 (available from your maintenance done by a skilled Honda dealer) is required to mechanic. 2. Open the hood and remove the remove the filter. engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from the 4.
Page 116 Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 8. Let the engine run for several NOTICE then reinstall the drain bolt. minutes and check the drain bolt Tighten it to: and oil filter for leaks. Improper disposal of engine oil can be 44 N·m (4.5 kgf·m , 33 Ibf·ft) harmful to the environment.
Page 117: Cooling System
However, continued use of any non- Always let the engine and Honda coolant can result in radiator cool down before corrosion, causing the cooling removing the radiator cap. system to malfunction or fail. Have...
Page 118 Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car's cooling system. They may not be compatible RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK with the coolant or engine compo- nents. 1. Make sure the engine and radiator 4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck.
Page 119 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 120 Cooling System 6. Mix the recommended antifreeze RESERVE TANK RESERVE FILLER NECK with an equal amount of purified TANK CAP or distilled water in a clean container. The cooling system capacity is: With 5-speed manual transmission: (0.82 US gal, 0.68 Imp gal) With automatic transmission: (0.79 US g a l , 0.66 Imp gal) HOLDER...
Page 121 Cooling System 8. Put the cap on the radiator, and RESERVE TANK 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). 9. Turn off the engine. Check the level in the radiator, add coolant if needed.
Page 122: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield NOTICE WINDSHIELD WASHER 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 123: Transmission Fluid
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. Insert the dipstick all the way back at normal operating temperature.
Page 124 Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission If Honda M T F is not available, you Brake and Clutch Fluid may use an API service SG or SH Check the fluid level in the reser- FILLER BOLT grade motor oil with a viscosity of voirs monthly.
Page 125: Brake And Clutch Fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, the use of any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda DOT 3 brake fluid as soon as possible.
Page 126: Power Steering
However, continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather. Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 127: Air Cleaner Element
Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement replaced according to the time and CLIPS distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT The air cleaner element is inside the Clean the inside of the air cleaner air cleaner housing in the engine housing with a damp rag.
Page 128: Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car need to Replacement be replaced every 2 years or 30,000 SPARK PLUG CAP miles (48,000 km), whichever comes first. 1. Clean up any dirt and oil around 4. Put the new spark plug into the socket;...
Page 129 Spark Plugs Specifications: NOTICE NGK: ZFR5F-11 Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A DENSO: KJ16CR-L11 spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Spark Plug Gap: Overtightening can cause damage to 1.1 mm (0.04 in) the threads in the cylinder head. 6.
Page 130 Battery Check the condition of your car's Check the battery terminals for TEST INDICATOR WINDOW corrosion (a white or yellowish battery monthly. You should check powder). To remove it, cover the the color of the test indicator window, terminals with a solution of baking and for corrosion on the terminals.
Page 131 Battery If you need to connect the battery to NOTICE a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car's electri- Charging the battery with the cables cal system. connected can seriously damage your car's electronic controls. Detach the battery cables before connecting the battery to a charger.
Page 132: Windshield Wipers
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 133 Windshield Wipers 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE holder until the tabs lock. BLADE 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 134 Air Conditioning System (Optional) Your car's air conditioning is a sealed If the air conditioning does not get as Periodically check the engine's 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 135 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 — — 10.5 m m (0.31 0.41 in) the maintenance schedule.
Page 136 Tires Use a gauge to measure the air To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure at least once a month. Even good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of tires that are in good condition may and correctly inflated.
Page 137 Tires If you check the pressure when the These pressures are also given on Recommended Tire Pressures for tires are hot (the car has been driven the tire information label on the Normal Driving several miles), you will see readings driver's doorjamb.
Page 138 Tires Inspection Maintenance INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Page 139 Tires Make sure the installer balances the Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement wheels when you have new tires tires, you may find that some tires installed. This increases riding Front Front are "directional." This means they comfort and tire life. Your car's are designed to rotate only in one original tires were dynamic or "spin"...
Page 140 DOT Tire car can affect handling and that came on your car. Replacement Quality Grading. stability. This can cause a crash wheels are available at your Honda in which you can be seriously dealer. hurt or killed. Winter Driving Wheels and Tires Tires that are marked "M + S"...
Page 141 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 tires of the same size and load range tions or required by local laws.
Page 142 Lights Check the operation of your car's If you find any bulbs are burned out, Headlight Aiming exterior lights at least once a month. replace them as soon as possible. The headlights were properly aimed A burned out bulb can create an Refer to the chart on page when your car was new.
Page 143 Lights HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT BUBBLE 6. If either indicator is not aligned 3. Open the hood. 5. Check the vertical angle gauge. with its "0" mark as described, an The bubble should be centered 4. Check the horizontal angle gauge. underneath the longest scribe adjustment can be made using a The line on the adjustment screw...
Page 144 7. If you cannot get an indicator to 1. Open the hood. when lit. Oil. perspiration, or a scratch align, have your Honda dealer On CX (GOP) model and other on the glass can cause the bulb to inspect the car for body damage or models with automatic transmission overheat and shatter.
Page 145 Lights 3. Remove the rubber weather seal 8. (Driver's side) WEATHER SEAL BULB by pulling on the tab. On CX (GOP) model and other models with automatic transmission Reinstall the power steering 4. Unclip the end of the hold-down reservoir. wire from its slot.
Page 146 Lights 5. Remove the burned out bulb from Replacing the Front Side Marker/ the socket by pushing it in and Turn Signal and Parking Light Bulb turning counterclockwise until it unlocks. HOLDING CLIP 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 147 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. COVER Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. 6.
Page 148 Lights Replacing the High-mount Brake Light Bulb SCREWS SCREWS CAPS BULB 1. Open the hatch. On CX and CX (GOP) models, first 3. Remove the brake light assembly. remove the caps by prying on the Remove the socket from the brake 2.
Page 149 Lights 4. Remove the burned-out bulb by Replacing a Rear License Bulb pulling it straight out of the socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Reinstall the socket. Turn it clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 150 Lights 4. Turn on the parking lights and Replacing the Ceiling Light Bulb 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it check that the new bulb is straight out of its metal tabs. CEILING LIGHT working. 3. Push the new bulb into the metal 5.
Page 151: 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 and rear wiper perform the inspections called for in blade arms with a folded towel or...
Page 152: Appearance Care
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 153: Exterior Care
Exterior Care Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed Washing the whole exterior, dry it with a Frequent washing helps preserve water to remove loose dirt. chamois or soft towel. Letting it your car's beauty. Dirt and grit can Fill a bucket with cool water.
Page 154 You your dealer so you are sure to get in large patches. It should form into should use a polish on your Honda if the correct color. beads or droplets after waxing. the finish does not have its original shine after using a wax.
Page 155: Interior Care
Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft METAL LOOP the carpet wear out faster. cloth dampened in a solution of mild Periodically shampoo the carpet to soap and water.
Page 156 The rear window defogger wires are- Many corrosion-preventive measures bonded to the inside of the glass. are built into your Honda. You can Wiping vigorously up-and-down can help keep your car from corroding dislodge and break the defogger wires.
Page 157 Body repairs can affect your car's insurance company, tell them you 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 158: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
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 to correct it.
Page 159: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR LOCATION MARK that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Get your regular tire Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) repaired or replaced and put back on under any circumstances.
Page 160: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, TOOL KIT FLOOR LID stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 161 Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION 7. Locate the jacking point nearest 8. Use the extension and wheel 9. Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the car tire.
Page 162 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB 10.Before mounting the spare tire, 11.Put on the spare tire. Put the 12. Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack. surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross a clean cloth.
Page 163 Changing a Flat Tire 17.Store the jack and tool kit back in WING BOLT the spare tire well. SPACER CONE Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack and tools securely before driving.
Page 164 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 When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
Page 165 Check all the fuses 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- (see page 178). You cannot start a Honda with an sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, automatic transmission by pushing lights, etc.
Page 166: Jump Starting
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 167: If Your Engine Overheats
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- Put the transmission in Neutral or reasons, such as lack of coolant or a range under most conditions.
Page 168 If Your Engine Overheats 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 169: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator 4. Start the engine and watch the oil NOTICE LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 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 170: Charging System Indicator
Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR accessories: heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can defogger, etc. Try not to use other drive several miles before the electrically-operated controls such as battery is too discharged to keep the the radio.
Page 171: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your You should also have the dealer MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP inspect your vehicle if this indicator vehicle, the cause of this indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap.
Page 172 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two or three fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is underneath The under-hood fuse box is located the dashboard on the driver's side.
Page 173 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 and 181, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 174 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 175 Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX * : On Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 176 Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 1 : U.S. model 2 : Canadian model ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 177 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 178: 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- Tire Size Designation....System........
Page 179: 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 180 Identification Numbers TRANSMISSION NUMBER The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 181: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions Capacities Weights Engine 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.4 (0.11 US g a l , 0.09 Imp gal) 2 : DX model 3 : Except DX model Technical Information...
Page 182 Specifications Air Conditioning Alignment Lights For cars with ABS Battery Fuses Technical Information...
Page 183 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 85 — Load Index, a numerical code different speed ratings currently information when selecting replace- associated with the maximum load...
Page 184 Treadwear High Speed Driving normal driving speeds. You should The treadwear grade is a compara- Honda strongly recommends that wait until the tires are cold before tive rating based on the wear rate of you not drive faster than posted...
Page 185 Tire Information Warning: The temperature grade for Traction Temperature The traction grades, from highest to The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that lowest, are A, B, and C, and they highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- represent the tire's ability to stop on tire's resistance to the generation of...
Page 186: Emission Controls
NOx and HC react to 112. 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 187 HC, CO, and A / T only) uses various sensors to Genuine Honda replacement parts or NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The determine how much air is going their equivalent for repairs.
Page 188: 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 THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
Page 189: Warranty And Customer Relations
Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... U.S. Zone Office Map....Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars)........Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 190 Customer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership's us this information: be able to answer all your questions. management, contact your Honda If you encounter a problem that your Customer Relations Zone Office.
Page 191: Warranty Coverages
Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty — provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the car.
Page 192 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 193: Index
Index Shift Lock Release....... Mirrors.......... Seats..........Accessories Airbag (SRS)........Installation........Air Cleaner Element...... Battery ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Air Conditioning....... Position)........46 Maintenance....... Charging System Light..35, 175 Accessory Power Socket....Jump Starting......Usage..........58 Adding Maintenance....... Air Outlets (Vents)......Automatic Transmission Specifications......
Page 194 Index Power Steering Fluid....Brakes, ABS Cargo, Loading......... Checklist, Before Driving....Operation........Cassette Player System Indicator....35, 103 Care..........Child Safety........Operation........Cleaner, Air........Braking System......Break-in, New Car......CAUTION, Explanation of....Cleaning Brightness Control, Instruments... CD Changer........Exterior........Interior........Brights, Headlights......
Page 195 Index Crankcase Emission Control Doors Engine System......... Locking and Unlocking....Belts..........DOT Tire Quality Grading... Coolant Temperature Gauge..38 Customer Relations Office... Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Malfunction Indicator Lamp......... 36, 176 Transmission........ Oil Pressure Indicator..35, 174 Drive Belts........DANGER, Explanation of....Driving..........
Page 196 Index Filter Oxygenated........Hatch Air..........132 Reserve Indicator......Opening the........Oil..........Tank, Filling the......Open Monitor Light....5-speed Manual Transmission Fuses, Checking the...... Hazard Warning Flashers....Checking Fluid Level....Headlights Shifting the........92 Daytime Running Lights..... Flashers, Hazard Warning....High Beam Indicator....Flat Tire, Changing a....
Page 197 Index Ignition Keys..........Switch..........Label, Certification......Maintenance........Timing Control System..... Lane Change, Signaling....Owner Maintenance Checks..Indicator Lights, Instrument Lap Belt..........Record........1 14 - 115 Panel..........Lap/Shoulder Belts......6 Safety........... Schedule......Infant Restraint........ Leaking of Exhaust into Car..Malfunction Indicator Lamp.. 36, 176 Inflation, Proper Tire ....
Page 198 Index Parking Brake........Replacement Information Parking Lights........Air Cleaner Element....Occupant Protection System.... Parking Over Things that Burn... Coolant........124 Octane Requirement, Gasoline..Engine Oil and Filter....PGM-FI System......Fuses........... Odometer..........37 Polishing and Waxing....Light Bulbs......... Odometer, Trip........ 37 Power Schedule........Mirrors..........
Page 199 Index Seat Belts..........Shift Lock Release......Servicing........Advice for Pregnant Women..Side Marker Lights, Bulb SRS Indicator......16, Replacement in......System Components....Child Seat Anchor Plate....Signaling Turns........ Cleaning........Synthetic Oil....... Frayed or Torn......Snow Tires........Maintenance......... Solvent-type Cleaners....Reminder Light and Beeper..Sound System........
Page 200 Index Tires..........Trip Meter........Air Pressure....... Turn Signals........Checking Wear......Warning Beepers Compact Spare......Key in Ignition......DOT Tire Quality Grading..Seat Belts........Inflation........Underside, Cleaning...... WARNING, Explanation of....Inspection........Unexpected, Taking Care Warning Labels, Location of..Replacing........the...........163 Warranty Coverages*....Rotating........
Page 201 Index Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......Operation........43 Worn Tires........Wrecker, Emergency Towing..* U.S. and Canada only...
Page 202: Gas Station Information
Gas Station Information Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Tire Pressure (measured cold): UNLEADED gasoline Front: Honda Premium Formula Auto- matic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Pump octane number of 86 or 210 kPa (2.1 kgf/cm , 30 psi) higher Rear: 200 kPa (2.0 k g f / c m...

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