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......................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

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

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Summary of Contents for Honda 1998 Accord Coupe

Page 1: Table Of Contents
1998 Accord Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
Page 2: Introduction
This NOTICE One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels — on the vehicle. Safety Messages —...
Page 4: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Airbags..........If a Child Requires Close information about how to protect Seats & Seat-Backs......Attention........yourself and your passengers. It Head Restraints......Additional Safety Precaution..shows you how to use seat belts Door Locks........
Page 5: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags save lives, they can Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths, Generally, Following are a few occupants who sit too close to them,...
Page 6: Your Car's Safety Features
Your Car's Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 7: Seat Belts
Your Car's Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts In addition, most states and all against the inside of the car and For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to against other occupants. your passengers, your car is wear seat belts.
Page 8: Airbags
Your Car's Safety Features Airbags Following are the most important Airbags can pose serious hazards. things you need to know about your To do their job, airbags must airbags: inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags save lives, Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Page 9: Seats & Seat-Backs
Your Car's Safety Features What you should do: Move the front Door Locks Seats & Seat-Backs seats as far back as possible, and Keeping your doors locked reduces Your vehicle's seats are designed to keep adjustable seat-backs in an the chance of being thrown out of keep you in a comfortable, upright upright position whenever the car is the car during a crash.
Page 10: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Your Car's Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Head restraints are properly To make sure you and your adjusted (see page 12). passengers get the maximum protection from your car's safety Both doors are closed and locked features, check the following each (see page 10).
Page 11: Protecting Adults
Protecting Adults Introduction 2.Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver and other adult occupants. These instructions also apply to Your car has a door monitor light on children who have outgrown child the instrument panel to indicate seats and are large enough to wear when a specific door is not tightly...
Page 12: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Most shorter drivers can get far 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs your seat belt properly, sit upright enough away from the steering with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals. move the seat as far back as possible However, if you are concerned about from the steering wheel while still...
Page 13: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust 4.Adjust the Head Restraints the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as Reclining the seat-back too far possible. If the passenger sits too can result in serious injury or close to the dashboard, they could be death in a crash.
Page 14: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults 5.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Insert the latch plate into the buckle, restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the effectiveness and you can be belt is securely latched. Also check seriously injured in a crash.
Page 15: Adjust The Steering Wheel
No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt. Improperly positioning the seat Have your Honda dealer check the belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. belt as soon as possible.
Page 16: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women 7.Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After all occupants have adjusted Sitting improperly or out of their seats and put on seat belts, it is position can result in serious very important that they continue to injury or death in a crash.
Page 17: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults Pregnant women should also sit as Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects far back as possible from the Two people should never use the between yourself and an airbag. steering wheel or dashboard. This same seat belt.
Page 18: Protecting Children
Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in car crashes because they or improperly restrained can be are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 19: Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Protecting Children Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger's Airbag Poses Small Children Seat Placing a forward-facing child seat in Serious Risks to Children According to accident statistics, the front seat of a car equipped with Airbags have been designed to help children of all ages and sizes are a passenger's airbag can be protect adults in a severe frontal...
Page 20: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several U.S. Models To remind you of the passenger's Children airbag hazards, and that children Your vehicle has three seating must be properly restrained in the positions in the back seat where back seat, your car has warning children can be properly restrained.
Page 21: Attention
Protecting Children If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precaution Attention Do not leave children alone in your Many parents say they prefer to put vehicle. Leaving children without an infant or small child in the front adult supervision is illegal in most passenger seat so they can watch the states and can be very hazardous.
Page 22: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Protecting Children General Guidelines for Using Child Seats The following pages give general guidelines for selecting and installing child seats for infants and small children. Selecting a Child Seat To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements: 1.
Page 23 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in your car.
Page 24 Front Passenger's Seat Placing a Child Seat This page briefly summarizes Infants: Never in the front seat, due Honda's recommendations on where to the passenger's airbag hazard. to place rear-facing and forward- facing child seats in your vehicle. Small children: Not recommended, due to the passenger's airbag hazard.
Page 25 Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat 3. Secure the child in the child seat. Make sure the child is properly After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers, as well as during and a good position to install the seat, a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat there are three main steps in...
Page 26: Protecting Infants
Protecting Children Protecting Infants Infant Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child Placing a rear-facing child seat seat can be placed in any seating in the front seat can result in position in the back seat, but not in serious injury or death if the the front seat.
Page 27 Protecting Children Infant Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back seats have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions and tips on how to secure a rear-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 28 Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle and pull...
Page 29 Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Infant Seat Installation Tips Additional Precautions for Infants facing child seat may prevent the Never hold a baby on your lap. If driver or a front-seat passenger from you are not wearing a seat belt in a moving their seat as far back as crash, you could be thrown recommended (see page...
Page 30: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small child stay in the child seat as long as possible, until they reach the weight Improperly placing a forward- or height limit for the seat. facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury Child Seat Placement or death if the airbags inflate.
Page 31 Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back and front passenger seating positions have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a forward-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 32 Protecting Children Additional Precautions for Small Children Never hold a small child on your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms during a crash.
Page 33: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can child should sit in the back seat and result in injury or death if the wear a lap/shoulder belt.
Page 34 Protecting Children However, if the belt touches or Do not put any accessories on a seat Using a Booster Seat crosses the child's neck, the child belt. Devices intended to improve needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort, or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely Do not let a child wear a seat belt compromise the protective capability...
Page 35 Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front Physical Size seat until the tops of their ears are Physically, a child must be large The National Highway Traffic Safety even with the top of the seat-back. enough for the lap/shoulder belt to Administration and Transport When a child reaches this height,...
Page 36: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Protecting Children Since a tether can provide additional If you decide that a child can safely Using Child Seats with Tethers security, we recommend using a ride up front, be sure to: tether whenever one is required or available. (Tethers are required in Carefully read the owner's manual, Canada.
Page 37 To attach the tether to the car, you need to purchase the anchor plate and mounting hardware from your Honda dealer (Part Number 82410- SE3-C01). Locate the attachment points by looking in the trunk at the underside To attach the tether to the child seat, of the rear shelf.
Page 38 Tighten the bolt to: 16 lbf . ft (22 N . m, 2.2 kgf . m) If a torque wrench was not used, see your Honda dealer as soon as possible to verify proper installation. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 39: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To unlock the belt, push the red Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. UPPER SEAT shoulder belts in all five seating SHOULDER Guide the belt across your body to BELTANCHOR PORTION positions.
Page 40: Seat Belt Maintenance
Honda provides a lifetime warranty the belt, and replace it if necessary. on seat belts. Honda will repair or A belt that has been worn during a replace any seat belt component that crash may not provide the same level fails to function properly during of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 41: Additional Information About Your Srs
Additional Information About Your SRS SRS Components An indicator light on the How Your Airbags Work instrument panel to alert you to a Your Supplemental Restraint System possible problem with the system (SRS) includes: (see page Two frontal airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of Emergency backup power in case the steering wheel;...
Page 42 Additional Information About Your SRS Since both airbags use the same After a crash, you may see what sensors, both airbags normally looks like smoke. This is actually inflate at the same time. However, it powder from the airbag's surface. is possible for only one airbag to Although the powder is not harmful, inflate.
Page 43: How Your Srs Indicator Light Works
Ignoring the SRS indicator light This must be done by a Honda can result in serious injury or However, if the light comes on at any dealer or a knowledgeable body...
Page 44: Additional Safety Precautions
Additional Information About Your SRS Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection in a severe frontal collision. Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any reason. Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.
Page 45: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car's problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. entering the car in normal driving if condition.
Page 46: Safety Labels
Read these labels carefully. SUN VISOR U.S. models If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. HOOD RADIATOR CAP Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 47: Instruments And Controls
Turn Signals......... Adjustments......contribute to the daily operation of Driver's Lumbar Support.... Windshield Wipers...... your Honda. All the essential Windshield Washers....Rear Seat Access......controls are within easy reach. Hazard Warning......Head Restraints......Rear Window Defogger....
Page 48 Control Locations HEATING/COOLING MIRROR DIGITAL CLOCK (P.96) CONTROL CONTROLS DOOR LOCK (P.104) (P.94) SWITCHES CLIMATE CONTROL (P.71) SYSTEM (P.111) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE POWER WINDOW (P.155) SWITCHES AUDIO SYSTEM TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE (P.91) (P.119, 131) HANDLE HANDLE (P.76) (P.156) Instruments and Controls...
Page 49: Indicator Lights
Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many HIGH BEAM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT indicators to give you important SYSTEM INDICATOR information about your vehicle. CRUISE CONTROL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR* SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR Lamp Check PARKING BRAKE AND These indicator lights come on when BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* you turn the ignition switch ON (II),...
Page 50 Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada Indicator BRAKE This indicator lights when you turn The engine can be severely damaged the ignition switch ON (II). It is a Parking Brake and if this light flashes or stays on when reminder to you and your passengers Brake System Indicator the engine is running.
Page 51 Indicator Lights Supplemental Restraint Immobilizer System U.S. Canada S R S System Indicator Indicator A B S This indicator lights when you turn This indicator comes on for a few Anti-lock Brake System the ignition switch ON (II). If it seconds when you turn the ignition (ABS) Indicator comes on at any other time, it...
Page 52 Indicator Lights "Daytime Running Door and Brake Lamp Monitor Turn Signal and D R L Lights" Indicator Hazard Warning Indicators Canadian models only The left or right turn signal light This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) with blinks when you signal a lane change or turn.
Page 53 Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Washer Level Indicator Canadian models only This light comes on with the high This light comes on when the beam headlights. See page washer fluid level is low. Add washer information on the headlight fluid when you see this light come on controls.
Page 54 Gauges Odometer TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE The odometer shows the total dis- GAUGE tance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. The total number is displayed when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is illegal under federal law (in the U.S.) and provincial regulations (in Canada) to disconnect, reset, or alter...
Page 55 Gauges Trip Meter Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge This meter shows the number of or This shows the temperature of the This shows how much fuel you have. miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) engine's coolant. During normal It is most accurate when the vehicle driven since you last reset it.
Page 56 If this maintenance is SELECT/RESET BUTTON done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Press and hold the select/reset button in the instrument panel,...
Page 57: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering HEADLIGHTS/ WINDSHIELD REAR WINDOW column contain controls for driving DEFOGGER WIPERS/WASHERS TURN SIGNALS 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 58 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver's door. To change between low beams and The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights.
Page 59 Controls Near the Steering Wheel To flash the high beams, pull the Automatic Lighting Off Feature Daytime Running Lights turn signal lever back lightly, then On EX and EX- V6 models (Canadian Models) release it. The high beams will come The Automatic Lighting Off feature With the headlight switch off, the on and go off.
Page 60 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 knob on the instrument panel Signal a turn or lane change with this...
Page 61 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch. If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay, the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).
Page 62 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Hazard Warning Windshield Washers Push the red button to the left of the To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on clock to turn on the hazard warning push the control lever down. The the wiper control lever.
Page 63 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the EX-V6 model vehicle and be seriously injured...
Page 64 Controls Near the Steering Wheel 3. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position. 4. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down. To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward: 1.
Page 65: Steering Wheel Controls
Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH RESUME/accel without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 66 Steering Wheel Controls Even with the cruise control turned Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising on, you can still use the accelerator You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways: pedal to speed up for passing. After speed in either of two ways: completing the pass, take your foot Press and hold the SET/decel...
Page 67 Steering Wheel Controls When you push the CANCEL button, Remote Audio Controls Cancelling the Cruise Control or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the vehicle will begin to slow down. You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way.
Page 68: Keys And Locks
Keep the keys away from liquids. Your vehicle comes with two kinds Honda-approved key blanks. If they get wet, dry them immedi- of keys: a master key and a valet key. ately with a soft cloth.
Page 69 This device complies with Part 15 of the your vehicle from theft. A properly- contact your Honda dealer. FCC rules. Operation is subject to the coded master or valet key must be following two conditions: (1) This device...
Page 70 Keys and Locks Ignition Switch LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. Removing the key from the To switch from ACCESSORY to ignition switch while driving LOCK, you must push the key in locks the steering.
Page 71 Keys and Locks START (III) — Use this position Power Door Locks only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON (II) when you let go of MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH the key. The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key's coding (see page 69).
Page 72 Keys and Locks To lock the passenger's door when Lockout Prevention getting out of the vehicle, push the If you forget and leave the key in the lock tab down and close the door. To ignition switch, Lockout Prevention lock the driver's door, remove the will not allow you to lock the driver's key from the ignition switch and door.
Page 73 Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter door is not fully closed or the key is When you push the UNLOCK button once, only the driver's door unlocks. in the ignition switch. LOCK The passenger's door unlocks when BUTTON you push the button a second time. When you push the LOCK button a The parking lights, side marker second time within 5 seconds after...
Page 74 Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely When the remote transmitter's activate your vehicle's security battery begins to get weak, it may system to attract attention. When take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, and the activated, the horn will sound, and LED will not light.
Page 75 Honda dealer. Any other transmitters you have will also Reinstall the upper half securely. need to be reprogrammed. Instruments and Controls...
Page 76 Keys and Locks Trunk See page for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MASTER KEY...
Page 77 Keys and Locks Glove Box MASTER KEY An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. GLOVE BOX To protect items in the trunk when Open the glove box by squeezing the you need to give the key to someone...
Page 78: Homelink Universal Transmitter
Homelink Universal Transmitter Training the Transmitter On EX-V6 model contact the manufacturer of the ® The Homelink Universal Transmit- equipment. ter built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate remotely- While training or using the controlled devices around your home, transmitter, make sure you have a such as garage doors, lighting, or clear view of the garage door or gate,...
Page 79 Homelink Universal Transmitter transmitter flashes (approximately Canadian Owners.The remote control 6. When the red light flashes rapidly, you are training from may stop trans- release both buttons. The 20 seconds). Release the buttons. mitting after two seconds. This is not transmitter should have learned long enough for the Homelink ®...
Page 80 Homelink Universal Transmitter 2. Press and hold the transmitter Training With a Rolling Code TRAINING BUTTON button until the red light begins to System For security purposes, newer garage flash slowly (approximately 20 door opening systems use a "rolling" seconds). or variable code.
Page 81 Homelink Universal Transmitter 3. Press and hold the desired button Erasing Codes As required by the FCC: on the Homelink ® transmitter until To erase the codes stored in all three This device complies with Part 15 of the the training light on the motor/ buttons, press and hold the two FCC rules.
Page 82: Seat Adjustments
Seat Adjustments Front Seat Adjustments See pages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To change the angle of the seat-back, To adjust the seat forward and pull up on the lever on the outside of backward, pull up on the lever under the seat bottom.
Page 83 Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Manual Height Driver's Seat Power Height Adjustment Adjustment On LX model On EX model The height of your driver's seat is The height of your driver's seat is power adjustable. Pull up on the adjustable. Turn the front dial on the switch to raise the seat.
Page 84 Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Power Adjustments Standard on LX-V6 and EX-V6 models Optional on EX model Seepages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom.
Page 85 Seat Adjustments Driver's Lumbar Support Pull the center of the horizontal Adjust the seat-back angle by ON EX and EX V-6 models switch up to raise the seat. Push it pushing the rear switch in the Vary the lumbar support by moving down to lower the seat direction you want to move.
Page 86 Seat Adjustments Rear Seat Access Passenger's Side Driver's Side RELEASE LEVER RELEASE LEVER SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER To get into the back seat on the On LX-V6 and EX-V6 models On LX and EX models passenger's side, push forward on On EX model with optional To get into the back seat on the the release lever at the base of the power driver's seat...
Page 87 Seat Adjustments Head Restraints To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as See page for important safety it will go. Push the release button information and a warning about how to RELEASE and pull the restraint out of the seat- properly position the head restraints.
Page 88 Seat Adjustments Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the back seat.
Page 89 Seat Adjustments Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat are tied down. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard.
Page 90: Seat Heaters
Seat Heaters Follow these precautions whenever The HI or LO indicator lights and SEAT HEATERS you use the seat heaters: remains lit until you turn it off by pushing the opposite side of the switch lightly. The indicator will turn Use the HI setting only to heat the off.
Page 91: Power Windows
Power Windows Your vehicle's windows are electri- MAIN SWITCH cally-powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower Closing a power window on a any window. child's hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Each door has a switch that controls its window.
Page 92 Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to tains these extra features: the passenger's window. With this switch off, the passenger's window cannot be raised or lowered. The AUTO — To open the driver's MAIN switch does not affect the window fully, push the window driver's window.
Page 93 Moonroof The moonroof has a key-off delay. To tilt up the back of the moonroof, You can still open and close the press and hold the center button moonroof for up to ten minutes after To close the moonroof, you turn off the ignition. The key-off press and hold the top of the switch To open the moonroof, delay cancels as soon as you open...
Page 94 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors 3. Push the appropriate edge of the clean and adjusted for best visibility. Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch to move the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch on the driver's you start driving.
Page 95 Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Available on all Canadian models To apply the parking brake, pull the The outside mirrors are heated to re- lever up fully.
Page 96 Digital Clock, Sunglasses Holder Digital Clock 2. Press and hold the M button until Sunglasses Holder the numbers advance to the desired minutes. You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour.
Page 97 Sunglasses Holder, Beverage Holder Beverage Holder INNER LINER Push Some larger styles of sunglasses To open the beverage holder, push liquid may spill when you go over may not fit in the holder. on the top. The beverage holder lid bumps or around corners.
Page 98: Console Compartment
Console Compartment LEVER LEVER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, On EX and EX-V6 models You can put small items in the tray pull up on the lower lever and lift the located in the console compartment The console compartment has a lid.
Page 99 Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Make sure you put the sun visor Vanity Mirror back in place when you are getting EXTENSION into or out of the vehicle. Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror. SUN VISOR To use the sun visor, pull it down.
Page 100 Coin Box, Center Pocket, Accessory Power Socket Coin Box Center Pocket Accessory Power Socket COIN BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET The coin box is located under the air On LX and LX-V6 models To use the accessory power socket, vent. To open the coin box, pull the The center pocket is located under pull out on the cover.
Page 101: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Ceiling Light On EX and EX-V6 models Spotlights The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page The light fades out after both doors are closed.
Page 102 Interior Lights Courtesy Lights IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT DOOR LIGHT The courtesy light in each door comes on when the door is opened, and goes out when the door is closed. Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light comes on when you open the driver's door.
Page 103: Comfort And Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Heating and Cooling...... Audio System (EX, EX-V6)... systems in your Honda provide a What Each Control Does..A M / F M / C D Audio System..comfortable driving environment in Operating the Radio....
Page 104 Heating and Cooling On LX, LX-V6 and EX models TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS Proper use of the Heating and CONTROL DIAL Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility. What Each Control Does Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases...
Page 105: Heating And Cooling
Heating and Cooling Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Page 106 Heating and Cooling Vent Controls CENTER VENT DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT The direction of air flow from the On the driver's-side vent, move the The vents in the corners of the vents in the center and each side of vent up-and-down and move the tab dashboard can be opened and closed the dashboard is adjustable.
Page 107 Heating and Cooling How to Use the System TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS This section covers how to set up the CONTROL DIAL system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air.
Page 108 Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the CONTROL DIAL button. The light above the button should come on when a fan speed is selected. 2. Make sure the temperature control dial is all the way to the left.
Page 109 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 110 Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off the windshield and side windows to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, after the vehicle has been sitting out the windshield and the side window turn the fan speed and temperature...
Page 111: Climate Control System
Climate Control System On EX-V6 model CENTER VENTS DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 112 Climate Control System PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT Close Open Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 113 Climate Control System Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE FULL AUTO Control in fully-automatic mode, DISPLAY CONTROL DIAL press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial.
Page 114 Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various TEMPERATURE AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON functions of the Climate Control CONTROL DIAL system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out.
Page 115 Climate Control System Fan Control Dial You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial. MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed.
Page 116 Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield. The main air flow comes from the floor vents. The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.
Page 117 Climate Control System button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select the A / C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode. For faster defrosting, manually set the fan speed to high.
Page 118 Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.
Page 119: Audio System
Audio System AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For LX and LX-V6 models Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The cassette system features Dolby...
Page 120 Audio System SEEK — The SEEK function Operating the Radio You can use any of four methods to searches the band for a station with The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the a strong signal.
Page 121 Audio System SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong AM/FM SCAN BUTTON BUTTON signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal.
Page 122 Audio System Preset — You can store the fre- AM/FM BUTTON quencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band. To store a frequency: 1.
Page 123 Audio System Adjusting the Sound BASS/FADER TREBLE/BALANCE Balance/Fader — These two CONTROL CONTROL controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength. To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out.
Page 124 Audio System Audio System Lighting Dolby B noise reduction turns on If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, You can use the instrument panel when you insert a cassette. If the brightness control knob to adjust the tape was not recorded with Dolby B it automatically stops that function, illumination of the audio system (see...
Page 125 Audio System REPEAT — The Repeat function continuously replays the current EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT RPT BUTTON displayed as a reminder. When the BUTTON BUTTON system reaches the end of the song...
Page 126 Audio System The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap RPT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 127 Audio System Operating the Optional CD TAPE/CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR Changer A Compact Disc changer is available REPEAT INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON from your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Page 128 Audio System To operate the CD changer or player, You can use the SKIP switch to REPEAT — When you activate the the ignition must be in ACCESSORY select tracks within a disc. If you Repeat feature by pressing the RPT (I) or ON (II) and the audio system push and release the SKIP switch, button, the system continuously...
Page 129 Audio System If the system is in Repeat mode, you must turn it off by pressing RPT AM/FM BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR before you can select Random Play. Then press the button again until REPEAT INDICATOR TAPE/CD BUTTON you see RDM displayed. To take the system out of CD mode, press the A M / F M button or insert a cassette in the player.
Page 130 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 vehicle to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 131 Audio System AM/FM/CD Audio System For EX and EX- V6 models Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The Anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle's battery.
Page 132 Audio System Operating the Radio TUNE KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY CD or ON (II) to FM BUTTON AM BUTTON operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob.
Page 133 Audio System You can use any of four methods to SCAN — The SCAN function To store a frequency: find radio stations on the selected samples all the stations with strong 1. Select the desired band, AM or band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the signals on the selected band.
Page 134 Audio System AUTO SELECT — If you are traveling far from home and can no A. SEL INDICATOR longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 135 Audio System If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store TUNE KNOB other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.
Page 136 Audio System Adjusting the Sound BASS/FADER TREBLE/BALANCE Balance/Fader — These two CONTROL CONTROL controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength. To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out.
Page 137 Radio Reception Radio Frequencies You can use the instrument panel How well your Honda's radio Your Honda's radio can receive the brightness control knob to adjust the complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on illumination of the audio system (see...
Page 138 Audio System Driving very near the transmitter of Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by a station that is broadcasting on a band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as frequency close to the frequency of such as buildings and hills.
Page 139 Audio System Operating the CD Player PWR/VOL KNOB FM BUTTON AM BUTTON You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. SKIP BUTTONS EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT With the system on, insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.
Page 140 Audio System If you turn the system off while a CD You can use the SKIP buttons while REPEAT — To activate the Repeat is playing, either with the PWR/VOL a disc is playing to select passages feature, press and release the Repeat knob or by turning off the ignition, and change tracks.
Page 141 Audio System Operating the CD Changer To select a different disc, press the When you switch back to CD mode, (Optional) appropriate preset button (1—6). If the system selects the same unit (in- dash or changer) that was playing A Compact Disc changer is available you select an empty slot in the for your vehicle.
Page 142 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 143 If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 144 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 vehicle to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 145 Audio System Operating the Cassette Player CD/TAPE CHG BUTTON (Optional) FM BUTTON The cassette system features Dolby REW BUTTON TAPE AM BUTTON B* noise reduction, automatic DIRECTION FF BUTTON sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO INDICATOR tape, and autoreverse for continuous play. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way...
Page 146 Audio System The tape direction indicator will light If you turn the system off while a Tape Search Functions to show you which side of the tape is playing, either with the PWR/ With a cassette playing, you can use cassette is playing.
Page 147 Audio System REPEAT — The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions SKIP — The skip function allows you to find the begin ing of a song or continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find song or passage.
Page 148 Your dealer has a cleaning kit Never try to insert a warped or Honda dealer. available. damaged cassette in the player. If you do not clean the cassette...
Page 149 Audio System Remote Audio Controls The top and bottom buttons adjust If you are playing a cassette, use the the volume up or down AUDIO/CH button to advance to the AUDIO/CH Press the proper button and hold it next selection. You will see "FF" BUTTON until the desired volume is reached, blinking in the display when you...
Page 150 Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 151: Security System
Security System With the system set, you can still Standard on EX and EX-V6 models Optional on LX and LX-V6 models open the trunk with the master key or the remote transmitter without The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. triggering the alarm.
Page 152: 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 Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank....know how to properly store luggage Opening the Hood.....
Page 153 Break-in Period Gasoline Help assure your vehicle's future an octane-enhancing additive called Your Honda is designed to operate M M T . If you use such gasolines, reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump your emission control system extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
Page 154 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 Place the cap in the holder on the burned or seriously injured fuel fill door.
Page 155 Service Station Procedures 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks. If you do HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 283). 6.
Page 156 Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into SUPPORT ROD its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop.
Page 157 Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK DIPSTICK 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Check the engine oil level every time 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean you fill the vehicle with fuel. Wait a cloth or paper towel. few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 158 Service Station Procedures UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 4. Remove the dipstick again and 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Oil on page CONTINUED Before Driving...
Page 159 Checks on page for information between the MAX and MIN lines. If on checking other items in your it is below the M I N line, see Adding Honda. Engine Coolant on page information on adding the proper coolant. Before Driving...
Page 160: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy The condition of your vehicle and Driving Habits A cold engine uses more fuel than a your 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 "warm-up"...
Page 161: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories with proper vehicle operation or Your dealer has Genuine Honda performance. accessories that allow you to Follow all instructions in this personalize your vehicle. These...
Page 162 Accessories and Modifications Modifications In addition, any modifications that Additional Safety Precaution Do not remove any original decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the equipment or modify your vehicle in the chance of undercarriage parts airbag covers.
Page 163: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 164 Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your vehicle Compartment is 850 Ib (395 kg). Overloading or improper Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt This figure includes the total weight stability and cause a crash in someone during a crash.
Page 165 If you can carry any items on a roof rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight. Please contact your Honda dealer for further information. Before Driving...
Page 166: Driving
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 5-speed Manual Transmission..
Page 167: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat 10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II). (see page 82). and adjustments every day before Check the indicator lights in the you drive your vehicle. instrument panel.
Page 168 Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 4. Without touching the accelerator 6. If the engine still does not start, pedal, turn the ignition key to the press the accelerator pedal all the 2. In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
Page 169 Starting the Engine, 5-speed Manual Transmission Starting in Cold Weather at High 3. If the engine fails to start in step 2, 5-speed Manual Transmission Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/ push the accelerator pedal to the 2,400 meters) floor and hold it there while you An engine is harder to start in cold try to start the engine for no more weather.
Page 170: Speed Manual Transmission
5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift Recommended Shift Points into Reverse. You can damage the Drive in the highest gear that lets Rapid slowing or speeding-up transmission by trying to shift into the engine run and accelerate can cause loss of control on Reverse with the vehicle moving.
Page 171 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Maximum Allowable Speeds Your Honda's transmission has four The speeds in this table are the forward speeds, and is electronically maximum allowable speeds in each gear. If you exceed these speeds, the controlled for smoother shifting. It also has a "lock-up"...
Page 172: Automatic Transmission
(in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceler- ation and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. RELEASE BUTTON This indicator between the fuel The shift lever has seven positions.
Page 173 Automatic Transmission 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 174 Automatic Transmission Neutral (N) — Use Neutral if you Drive (D ) —This position is similar Second (2) — To shift to Second, need to restart a stalled engine, or if to D , except only the first three press the release button on the side it is necessary to stop briefly with gears are selected.
Page 175 Automatic Transmission First (1) — To shift from Second to Maximum Allowable Speeds 6-cylinder models First, press the release button on the The speeds in this table are the side of the shift lever. With the lever maximum allowable speeds in each in this position, the transmission position.
Page 176 If you need to use the Shift Lock out of Park to Neutral. Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 177 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 moonroof and the on the instrument panel shows that If you have a manual transmission, windows are closed.
Page 178: The Braking System
The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with front Brake Wear Indicators Constant application of the brakes disc brakes. The brakes on the rear The front disc brakes on all vehicles when going down a long hill builds wheels may be disc or drum, have audible brake wear indicators.
Page 179 The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates The EX, EX-V6 and EX-V6 models brake pedal, this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. have an Anti-lock Brake System purpose of the ABS.
Page 180 The Braking System Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a ABS Indicator ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or ABS INDICATOR* distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or vehicle, it only helps with steering snow, than a vehicle without anti- control during braking.
Page 181 The Braking System, Driving in Bad Weather If anything goes wrong, the ABS Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive indicator on the instrument panel slower than you would in dry comes on (see page 50). This means weather.
Page 182: Driving In Bad Weather
Driving in Bad Weather Visibility — Being able to see Traction — Check your tires clearly in all directions and being frequently for wear and proper visible to other drivers are important pressure. Both are important in in all weather conditions. This is preventing "hydroplaning"...
Page 183: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your Honda is designed primarily to The total weight of the trailer and The combined weight of the carry passengers and their cargo. everything loaded in it must not vehicle, all passengers and their You can use it to tow a trailer if you exceed 1,000 Ibs (450 kg).
Page 184 Towing a Trailer The best way to confirm that your Trailer Hitches total towing package is within these The trailer hitch must be the proper Improperly loading your vehicle specifications is to get it weighed. size and construction for your and trailer can seriously affect Load the vehicle and trailer as you vehicle and the trailer you intend to...
Page 185 Towing a Trailer Mirrors Always use a safety chain when Connecting the Trailer towing a trailer. Connect the safety Many states and provinces have laws Most trailers that have a gross requiring special outside mirrors weight of 1,000 Ibs (450 kg) do not chain securely at both ends.
Page 186 Towing a Trailer Trailer Light Before Starting Out As you are preparing to tow your GROUND BACK-UP LIGHT LEFT TURN SIGNAL trailer, do the following: (BLACK) (GREEN/BLACK) (GREEN/BLUE) Measure the trailer's tongue load. You can do this with a bathroom scale.
Page 187 Towing a Trailer Towing Safety This extra load is magnified when The vehicle/trailer combination is Your vehicle will not stop as quickly you are driving in hilly terrain. more affected by crosswinds and with a trailer in tow. Leave extra buffeting.
Page 188 Towing a Trailer If you have to stop while going uphill, Backing up with a trailer is difficult do not hold the vehicle in place by and takes practice. Drive slowly, pressing on the accelerator. This can make small movements with the cause the automatic transmission to steering wheel, and have someone overheat.
Page 189 If you have the skills and tools to per- Transmission Fluid......Inspection........form more complex maintenance Automatic Maintenance....... tasks on your Honda, you may want Transmission......Tire Rotation......to purchase the Service Manual. See 5-speed Manual Replacing Tires and Wheels..
Page 190: Maintenance Safety
It will also should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you reward you with more economical,...
Page 191 Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required. make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set. Also, be sure the engine To reduce the possibility of fire or is off.
Page 192 Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your intervals shown in the maintenance Service your vehicle according to the vehicle serviced and what things schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of need attention.
Page 193: Maintenance Schedule
Your authorized Honda dealer We recommend the use of Genuine According to state and federal knows your vehicle best and can Honda parts and fluids whenever you regulations, failure to perform have maintenance done. These are maintenance on the items marked provide competent, efficient service.
Page 194 Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.
Page 195 Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time) Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 196 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 extremely hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions.
Page 197 Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time. Severe Conditions: Driving less than 5 mi (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 mi (16 km) per trip.
Page 198 Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) # : See maintenance and emissions warranty info, last column, page 195. 1 : See Timing Belt on page to determine need for replacement. 2 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page for information under special conditions.
Page 199 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servcing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page 196) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 200 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
Page 201: 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 158.
Page 202: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations 4-cylinder Models CLUTCH FLUID BRAKE FLUID (5-speed Manual (Gray cap) Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL (Orange loop) FILL CAP WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING ENGINE FLUID COOLANT (Red cap) RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...
Page 203 Fluid Locations 6-cylinder Models ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...
Page 204: Engine Oil
Service Classification from the API Service label on the oil container. A fuel-efficient oil is recommended for your Honda. This is shown on the 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models API Service label by the words To add oil, unscrew and remove the "Energy Conserving".
Page 205 An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in your API SERVICE LABEL Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F ( — 7°C). Maintenance...
Page 206 4-cylinder models Additives underneath the vehicle. The vehicle should be raised on a service station- Your Honda does not need any oil 2. Open the hood and remove the additives. Purchasing additives for type hydraulic lift for this service. the engine or transmission will not Unless you have the knowledge and engine oil fill cap.
Page 207 4. Install a new oil filter according to 3. Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain. A special instructions that come with it. wrench (available from your Honda dealer) is required to remove the filter. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 208 Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. NOTICE then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be five seconds.
Page 209: Cooling System
50 percent water. Never add straight recommended for aluminum engines. are cool. antifreeze or plain water. However, continued use of any non- Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and CONTINUED...
Page 210 Cooling System RADIATOR CAP 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models RESERVE TANK RADIATOR CAP 6-cylinder models 2. Turn the radiator cap counter- 4. The coolant level should be up to 6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. clockwise, without pressing down the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks.
Page 211 Only use Genuine Honda antifreeze/coolant. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the vehicle. Unless you have the tools and...
Page 212 Cooling System DRAIN PLUG DRAIN BOLT DRAIN PLUG 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models DRAIN BOLT 3. 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Loosen the drain plug on the Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator. The bottom of the radiator. The coolant will drain through the coolant will drain through the splash guard.
Page 213 Cooling System RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK CAP RESERVE TANK CAP GROUND CABLE HOLDER 4-cylinder models HOLDER CRUISE CONTROL CABLE 6-cylinder models 4. Remove the reserve tank from its 6-cylinder models holder by pulling it straight up. When removing the reserve tank, Drain the coolant, then put the first remove the cruise control cable tank back in its holder.
Page 214 Cooling System 5. When the coolant stops draining, FILLER NECK FILLER NECK tighten the drain plug in the bottom of the radiator. 6. 4-cylinder models Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt in the engine block.
Page 215 Cooling System RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK BLEEDER BOLT 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 9. 4-cylinder models only 10.Refill the radiator to the base of 11.Turn off the engine. Check the Loosen the bleeder bolt on top of the filler neck. Start the engine level in the radiator, add coolant if the engine.
Page 216: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LEVEL GAUGE LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal usage. In bad weather, when you use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for fuel. 4-cylinder models The windshield washer reservoir is located behind the driver's side headlight.
Page 217: Transmission Fluid
Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4-cylinder models DIPSTICK 6-cylinder models DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with the engine 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into at normal operating temperature. Shut off the engine.
Page 218 Transmission Fluid If Honda M T F is not available, you 5. If the level is below the lower 5-speed Manual Transmission may use an API service SG, SH or SJ mark, add fluid into the tube to Correct level bring it to the upper mark.
Page 219: Brake And Clutch Fluid
They are: fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, Brake fluid reservoir (all models) the use of any non-Honda brake fluid Clutch fluid reservoir can cause corrosion and decrease (manual transmission only) the life of the system. Have the...
Page 220 Brake and Clutch Fluid Low fluid level can indicate a leak in Clutch System the clutch system. Have this system inspected as soon as possible. 6-cylinder models The fluid should be between the M I N and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Page 221: Power Steering
LOWER LEVEL. If it is below the However, continued use can cause LOWER LEVEL, add power steering increased wear and poor steering in fluid to the UPPER LEVEL. cold weather. Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 222: Air Cleaner Element
If you do not have access to compressed air (such as a service station), ask your Honda dealer to do this service. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Follow the replacement procedure 3.
Page 223 Air Cleaner Element Replacement BOLTS 6-cylinder Models The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To replace it: AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 4. Place the new air cleaner element 1. Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover.
Page 224 Spark Plugs (4-cylinder Models) The spark plugs in your vehicle Replacement should be replaced according to the SPARK PLUG CAP time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. 4. Put the new spark plug into the 1. Clean up any dirt and oil around socket;...
Page 225 Spark Plugs (4-cylinder Models) Specifications: NOTICE NGK: ZFR5F-11 Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A KJ16CR-L11 DENSO: spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Spark Plug Gap: Overtightening can cause damage to 0.04 in (1.1 mm) the threads in the cylinder head.
Page 226 Spark Plugs (6-cylinder Models) The spark plugs in your vehicle are a SPARK PLUG CAP special platinum-tipped design for longer life. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Replacement COVER 2.
Page 227 Spark Plugs (6-cylinder Models) Specifications: NOTICE NGK: PZFR5F-11 Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A PKJ16CR-L11 DENSO: spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage, the engine. Spark Plug Gap: Overtightening can cause damage to 0.04 in (1.1 mm) the threads in the cylinder head.
Page 228 Battery Check the condition of your vehicle's TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW battery monthly. You should check the color of the test indicator window, and for corrosion on the terminals. 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Check the battery condition by Check the battery terminals for looking at the test indicator window corrosion (a white or yellowish...
Page 229: Maintenance
Battery The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you. Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models mechanic do the battery...
Page 230 Battery On EX and EX-V6 models NOTICE If your vehicle's battery is discon- nected or goes dead, the audio Charging the battery with the cables system will disable itself. The next connected can seriously damage your time you turn on the radio you will vehicle's electronic controls.
Page 231: Wiper Blades
Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS 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 232 Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 233: Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning System If the air conditioning does not get as Your vehicle's air conditioning is a AIR CONDITIONING cold as before, have your dealer sealed system. Any major mainte- CONDENSER check the system. Recharge the nance, such as recharging, should be system with Refrigerant HFC-134a done by a qualified mechanic.
Page 234 (two on 4-cylinder models, one heating and cooling system/climate midway between the pulleys. on 6-cylinder models). Examine the control system becomes less than edges of each belt for cracks or usual. Have the air conditioning filter fraying. replaced by your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 235 Drive Belts, Timing Belt The belts should have the following Timing Belt "play" or deflection. The timing belt and balancer belt (4- cylinder models only) should 4-cylinder models normally be replaced at the intervals Alternator belt: shown in the maintenance schedule. 0.28 —...
Page 236 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold. This means the vehicle tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of has been parked for at least three tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 237 Tires (EX-V6) Inspection Recommended Tire Pressures for Every time you check inflation, you Normal Driving The following chart shows the should also examine the tires for recommended cold tire pressures for damage, foreign objects, and wear. most normal driving conditions and speeds.
Page 238 If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use check the wheel alignment. only Genuine Honda wheel weights for balancing. The tires were properly balanced by the factory. They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out.
Page 239 Tires Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement tires, you may find that some tires Front Front are "directional." This means they Installing improper tires on your are designed to rotate only in one vehicle can affect handling and direction. If you use directional tires, stability.
Page 240 Re- P195/65R15 89H snow tires or tire chains. They may placement wheels are available at (LX-V6) be required by local laws under your Honda dealer. P205/65R15 92V certain conditions. (EX-V6) P205/60R16 91V See Tire Information on page additional information about tire and wheel size designations.
Page 241 If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your vehicle manufacturer's instructions and Honda, make sure they are radial when warranted by driving condi- mount them as tightly as you can. tires of the same size and load range tions or required by local laws.
Page 242 Lights Check the operation of your vehicle's HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM exterior lights at least once a month. A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your vehicle's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 243 Lights Check the following: TURN SIGNAL/TAILLIGHT HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible.
Page 244 Lights Headlight Aiming HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new. You should check their aim if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or pull a trailer. Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjustment indicators.
Page 245 6. If either indicator is not aligned 7. If you cannot get an indicator to with its mark as described, an align, have your Honda dealer Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot adjustment can be made using a inspect the vehicle for body when lit.
Page 246 Lights 5. Push the electrical connector back AIR INTAKE BULB onto the bulb. Make sure it is on DUCT all the way. 6. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. 7. 4-cylinder models (Passenger's side) Reinstall the radiator reserve tank and the air intake duct.
Page 247 Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal and 5. Remove the burned out bulb from Side Marker Light Bulbs the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise until it HOLDING CLIP unlocks. 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7.
Page 248 Lights Replacing a Parking Light Bulb 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. POWER STEERING FLUID TANK Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 4. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 249 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. Remove the socket by turning it (in Fenders) one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks.
Page 250 Lights 9. Reinstall the rear panel. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Put each fastener in the hole on Lid) the rear panel and push on the center until it locks (the center is flush with the head). 10.Put the fastener in the hole of the side of the trunk lining and push on the center until it locks (the center is flush with the head).
Page 251 Lights 4. Remove the socket by turning it Replacing a Rear Side Marker one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Light Bulb 5. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly.
Page 252 Lights 5. Insert the socket in the assembly. Replacing a High-mount Brake 3. Install the new bulb and reinstall Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Light Bulb the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working. 6. Reinstall the side marker assem- bly in the bumper.
Page 253 Lights 4. Turn on the parking lights and Replacing a Rear License Bulb check that the new bulb is working. 5. Put the license light bracket in place. Tighten the two screws securely. 1. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to 2. Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one-quarter loosen the two screws holding the turn counterclockwise.
Page 254 Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior DOOR LIGHT CEILING LIGHT Courtesy Lights The ceiling light, door light and vanity mirror light come apart the same way. They do not all use the same bulb. 1. Remove the lens by carefully Door light: prying on the edge of the lens with Pry on the top middle of the lens.
Page 255 Lights Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb SPOTLIGHT VANITY MIRROR LIGHT TRUNK LIGHT LENS Spotlight: 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it pry on the front edge in front of straight out of its metal tabs. 1. Open the trunk. Pull down the trunk light cover.
Page 256: Storing Your Vehicle
Disconnect the battery. If you store your vehicle for 12 (see page 208). Support the front wiper blade months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called Wash and dry the exterior arms with a folded towel or rag so completely.
Page 257: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care........your Honda helps to keep it "new" Washing........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing........on how to clean your vehicle and Aluminum Wheels..... preserve its appearance: the paint, Paint Touch-up......
Page 258: Exterior Care
Exterior Care Washing Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with When you have washed and rinsed cool water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a Frequent washing helps preserve chamois or soft towel. Letting it your vehicle's beauty. Dirt and grit air-dry will cause dulling and water can scratch the paint, while tree sap Fill a bucket with cool water.
Page 259 You Paint Touch-up Always wash and dry the whole should use a polish on your Honda if Your dealer has touch-up paint to vehicle before waxing it. You should the finish does not have its original match your vehicle's color.
Page 260 Interior Care Carpeting Fabric Leather Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Vacuum dirt and dust out of the On EX and EX-V6 models remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make material frequently. For general Vacuum dirt and dust from the the carpet wear out faster. cleaning, use a solution of mild soap leather frequently.
Page 261: Interior Care
Interior Care Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat NOTICE belt anchors can cause the belts to LOOP retract slowly. Wipe the insides of The rear window defogger and the loops with a clean cloth antenna wires are bonded to the inside dampened in mild soap and warm of the glass.
Page 262: Corrosion Protection
Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your vehicle: are built into your Honda. You can the underside of your vehicle. This help keep your vehicle from is especially important in areas 1.
Page 263: Body Repairs
If your insurance company, tell them you vehicle needs repairs after a collision, want Genuine Honda parts used in pay close attention to the parts used the repair. Although most insurers in the repair and the quality of the recognize the quality of original work.
Page 264: 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 vehicles. It If Your Engine Won't Start... gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates to do to correct it.
Page 265: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Your vehicle has a compact spare Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR tire that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: LOCATION MARK 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 266 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, TOOL KIT TRUNK FLOOR 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 267 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS JACK WHEEL WRENCH JACKING POINT 7. Turn the jack's end bracket 8. Loosen the four wheel nuts (4- 9. Find the jacking point nearest the counterclockwise to loosen it, then cylinder) or five (V-6) 1/2 turn wheel you are removing.
Page 268 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL COVER WHEEL WRENCH WHEEL NUTS 10. Use the extension and wheel 11. Remove the wheel nuts and flat On LX and LX-V6 models Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wrench as shown to raise the tire.
Page 269 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB 12. Before mounting the spare tire, 14. Lower the vehicle to the ground 13. Put on the spare tire. Put the wipe any dirt off the mounting and remove the jack. wheel nuts back on finger-tight, surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross a clean cloth.
Page 270 Changing a Flat Tire 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models CENTER CAP 15. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 16. On EX and EX-V6 models the same crisscross pattern. Have Remove the center cap before the wheel nut torque checked at storing the flat tire in the trunk the nearest automotive service well.
Page 271 Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start 20.Store the jack in its holder. Turn If Your Engine Won't Start WING BOLT SPACER the jack's end bracket to lock it in Diagnosing why your engine won't CONE place. Replace the cover. Store the start falls into two areas, depending tools.
Page 272 If Your Engine Won't Start Nothing Happens or the Starter Check the transmission interlock. Turn the ignition switch to START Motor Operates Very Slowly If you have a manual transmission, (III). If the headlights do not dim, When you turn the ignition switch to the clutch pedal must be pushed check the condition of the fuses.
Page 273 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- fuel pump. Check all the fuses sories: heater, A/C, climate (see page You cannot start a Honda with an control, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Neutral or automatic transmission by pushing If you find nothing wrong, you will Park and set the parking brake.
Page 274: Jump Starting
Connect the other the booster battery. Connect the end to the positive ( + ) terminal other end to the grounding strap on your Honda's battery. as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
Page 275 Jump Starting BOOSTER BOOSTER BATTERY BATTERY 6-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 5. If the booster battery is in another 7. Once your vehicle is running, vehicle, have an assistant start disconnect the negative cable from that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 276: If Your Engine Overheats
If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle's Your vehicle can overheat for several 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. temperature gauge should stay in reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in Neutral or the midrange under most conditions.
Page 277 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 dial to ing the radiator.
Page 278: 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 279: Charging System Indicator
Charging System Indicator By eliminating as much of the Immediately turn off all electrical electrical load as possible, you can accessories: radio, heater, A / C , drive several miles (kilometers) climate control, rear defogger, cruise before the battery is too discharged control, etc.
Page 280: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your NOTICE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP vehicle, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap malfunction indicator lamp on, you can and tighten it until it clicks.
Page 281: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* indicates a problem with the vehicle's gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system. In most cases, the when it is safe.
Page 282: Closing The Moonroof
Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close SOCKET ROUND PLUG the moonroof, do the following: 1. Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page 286). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 283 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD vehicle have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes. COVER The under-hood fuse box is located The interior fuse boxes are located in the back of the engine compart- on each side of the dashboard.
Page 284 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages and 290, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 285 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle NOTICE BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse Replacing a fuse with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating higher rating greatly increases the from one of the other circuits.
Page 286 Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver's Side Passenger's Side Front Front : On Canadian models 1 : EX, EX-V6 2 : LX-V6, EX, EX-V6 3 : Canadian models CONTINUED 4 : U.S. models except LX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 287 Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 1 : EX-V6 in Canada 2 : EX, EX-V6 Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 288 There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle: If your Honda cannot be transported It is best to tow the vehicle no far- by flat-bed, it should be towed with ther than 50 miles (80 km), and Flat-bed Equipment —...
Page 289: Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers....Oxygenated Fuels......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications Driving in Foreign Countries..your Honda, and the locations of the (4-cylinder Models)....Emissions Controls......identification numbers. The expla- Specifications The Clean Air Act......
Page 290: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER numbers located in various places. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 291 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into 4-cylinder Models AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. It is on the front. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER 6-cylinder Models ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 292 Specifications (4-cylinder Models) 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ,0.13 Imp gal) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Technical Information...
Page 293 Specifications (4-cylinder Models) page 227. page page Technical Information...
Page 294 Specifications (6-cylinder Models) 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ,0.13 Imp gal) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Technical Information...
Page 295 Specifications (6-cylinder Models) page 229. page 1 : EX-V6 page 2 : LX-V6 Technical Information...
Page 296: Tire Information
Tire Information Tire Size Designation 91 — Load Index, a numerical code Tire Speed Ratings A tire's sidewall is marked with a tire associated with the maximum load The chart below shows many of the size designation. You will need this the tire can carry.
Page 297 Tire Information DOT Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Traction (U.S. Cars) The traction grades, from highest to The treadwear grade is a compara- The tires on your car meet all U.S. lowest, are A, B, and C, and they tive rating based on the wear rate of Federal Safety Requirements.
Page 298 Tire Information Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire's resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 299: Oxygenated Fuels
Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the EPA-approved If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another being blended with alcohol or an percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another ether compound. These gasolines brand of gasoline. are collectively referred to as ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) oxygenated fuels.
Page 300: Driving In Foreign Countries
Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 301: Emissions Controls
196. drawn into the engine and burned. react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contri- * In Canada, Honda vehicles comply Evaporative Emissions Control bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian Motor Vehicle System poisonous gas.
Page 302 Act. To make sure the emissions systems work together to control the remain low, you should use only new engine's combustion and minimize Genuine Honda replacement parts or Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that their equivalent for repairs. Using System comes out the tailpipe.
Page 303: 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 304 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... U.S. Zone Office Map....Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars)........314 Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 305 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 306 Puerto Rico and U.S. V.I. The addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot Moorestown, New Jersey 08057 Bella International reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information. (609) 235-5533 P.O. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816...
Page 307: Canada Zone Office Map
Canada Zone Office Map Western Zone Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc. 1750 rue Eiffel 13240 Worster Court Richmond, B.C. Boucherville, Quebec J4B 7W1 V6V 2B8 (604) 278-7121 (514) 655-6161 Central Zone Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc.
Page 308: 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 coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 309 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition Transportation, Washington, However, NHTSA cannot become to notifying American Honda Motor D.C. 20590. You can also obtain involved in individual problems Co., Inc. other information about motor between you, your dealer, or vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Page 310: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling the toll-free phone number on the form.
Page 311: Authorized Manuals
Authorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to under- stand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.
Page 312: Index
Index Additional Information About Operation........Your SRS........Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. Additional Safety Precautions..Appearance Care......Accessories and Modifications..How Your Airbags Work.... Audio System......119, 131 Accessories......... How Your SRS Indicator Automatic Lighting Off Feature..Additional Safety Precaution..Modifications......
Page 313 Index Beverage Holder......License Plate Lights....When to........196 Body Repair........Changing a Flat Tire..... Rear Side Marker Lights..Brakes Specifications..... 297, 299 Changing Engine Coolant..... Anti-lock System (ABS).... Spotlight........Charging System Indicator ..50, 282 Break-in, New Linings ....Trunk Light........ Checking Fluid..........
Page 314 Index Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Seat Belts........Transmission......Vinyl..........Windows........DANGER, Explanation of....Drive Belts........Climate Control System....Dashboard........Driver and Passenger Safety.... 3 Clock, Setting the ......96 Daytime Running Lights....Driving..........Clutch Fluid........Dead Battery, What to Do.... Economy........Coin Box.........
Page 315 Index Oxygenated........ Emissions Controls......Oil..........Engine First Gear, Shifting......Reserve Indicator......53 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..5-speed Manual Transmission Tank, Filling the......Drive Belts........Checking Fluid Level....Fuses, Checking the...... Malfunction Indicator 5-speed Manual Transmission Lamp......... 51, 283 Shifting the......... Oil Pressure Indicator..
Page 316 Index Jack, Tire........Jump Starting......... Halogen Headlight Bulbs....Identification Number, Vehicle..Hazard Warning Flashers....If Your Vehicle Has to be Headlights......... Towed......... Aiming......... Ignition Keys...........68 Automatic Lighting Off....Keys..........Daytime Running Lights..... Switch..........70 High Beam Indicator....Timing Control System..... High Beams, Turning on....
Page 317 Index Locks Operation in Foreign Countries... Moonroof.......... Power Door........Outside Mirrors....... 94 Closing Manually....... Trunk..........Operation........Overheating, Engine..... Low Coolant Level......Owner Maintenance Checks..Lower Gear, Downshifting to a..Low Oil Pressure Indicator..50, Lubricant Specifications Neutral Gear Position....Paint Touch-up....... Chart........
Page 318 Index Seat Belts........Protecting Adults......Replacement Information Seats & Seat-Backs......Additional Safety Precautions..Air Cleaner Element....Advice for Pregnant Women..Coolant........213 Safety Labels, Location of....Protecting Children......Engine Oil and Filter....Safety Messages........ Seat Belt, Additional Information.. Protecting Infants......Fuses........... Protecting Larger Children..
Page 319 Index Setting the Clock......How Your SRS Indicator Shifting Works........42 The Automatic SRS Components......Tachometer........Transmission......SRS Service........Taillights, Changing Bulbs in..The 5-speed Manual SRS Indicator......42, 51 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. Transmission......Tape Player ......124, 145 START (Ignition Key Position) ..
Page 320 Index Inflation........Trunk..........Inspection........Opening the........Open Monitor Light....Maintenance....... Warning Beepers Replacing........Turn Signals........Headlights on....... Rotating........Key in Ignition......Snow..........Seat Belts........ 38, 50 Specifications..... 297, 299 WARNING, Explanation of....ii Tire Chains......... Underside, Cleaning...... Warning Labels, Location of..Technical Information....
Page 321 Index Windshield Cleaning........Defroster......109, 117 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......Operation........Worn Tires........Wrecker, Emergency Towing..*: U.S. and Canada only...
Page 322: Service Information Summary
ATF (see page 223). LX-V6, EX-V6 Brake Fluid: 4.6 US qt (4.4 l , 3.9 Imp qt) Genuine Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid Automatic Transmission Fluid: preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 Honda Premium Formula brake fluid as a temporary...

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