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

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

Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................

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 1999 Odyssey

Page 1: Table Of Contents
1999 Odyssey 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
NOTICE information is intended to help you One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to avoid damage to your Honda, other read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and 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 Safety Labels — on the vehicle. responsibility.
Page 4: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance INDICATOR LIGHTS (P.57) SHIFT LEVER HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM (P.130) (P.199) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 138) GAUGES (P.62) REAR A/C CONTROL (P.146) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.79) GLOVE BOX (P.87) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.113) AUDIO SYSTEM HOOD RELEASE (P.149, l161) HANDLE...
Page 5 Your Vehicle at a Glance TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING DIGITAL CLOCK TURN SIGNALS (P.117) (P.207) LIGHTS (P.66/68) (P.70) POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES (P.90) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.71) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.115) LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH (P.125) CRUISE HORN* CONTROL (P.73) REMOTE AUDIO STEERING WHEEL CRUISE...
Page 6: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Head Restraints......Additional Safety Precautions..information about how to protect Door Locks........General Guidelines for Using yourself and your passengers. It Pre-Drive Safety Checklist..Child Seats........ shows you how to use seat belts Protecting Adults......
Page 7: 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.
Page 8: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle 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 9: Seat Belts
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Seat Belts In addition, most states and all collision.) For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to your passengers, your vehicle is wear seat belts. Help keep you from being thrown equipped with seat belts in all seating against the inside of the vehicle positions.
Page 10: Airbags
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need not wearing seat belts, are not to know about your airbags are: wearing them properly, are sitting too close to the airbag, or are not sitting in a proper position. Infants Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Page 11: Seats & Seat-Backs
Your Vehicle'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 the vehicle during a crash.
Page 12: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Your Vehicle's Safety Features Head restraints are properly Pre-Drive Safety Checklist To make sure you and your adjusted (see page 14). passengers get the maximum protection from your vehicle's safety All doors and the tailgate are features, check the following each closed and locked (see page time before you drive away: All cargo is properly stored or...
Page 13: Protecting Adults
Protecting Adults Introduction 1 .Close and Lock the Doors 2.Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors and protect the driver and other adult tailgate are closed and locked. occupants.
Page 14: 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 15: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust 4.Adjust the Head Restraints the seat-back to an upright position, Reclining the seat-back too far but as far from the dashboard as can result in serious injury or possible. A passenger who sits too death in a crash.
Page 16: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults 5.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Using a Lap/Shoulder Belt restraints reduces their (Except the center position of the effectiveness and you can be third row) seriously injured in a crash. Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the Make sure head restraints are belt is securely latched.
Page 17 Protecting Adults Never place the shoulder portion of a If necessary, pull up on the belt again If the seat belt touches or crosses lap/shoulder belt under your arm or to remove any slack from the your neck, or if it crosses your arm behind your back.
Page 18 Protecting Adults Using the Lap/Shoulder Belt in the Center Position of the Third Seat METAL PLATE METAL HOOK LATCH PLATE Unlatch the metal plate of the Attach the metal hook on the edge of Insert the latch plate of the lap belt shoulder belt from the anchor on the the shoulder belt to the metal loop into the buckle marked CENTER.
Page 19 Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or...
Page 20: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Protecting Adults 6.Adjust the Steering Wheel 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 21: Advice For Pregnant Women
Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Additional Safety Precautions Pregnant women should also sit upright arid as far back as possible Never let passengers ride in the from the steering wheel or cargo area or on top of a folded- dashboard.
Page 22 Protecting Adults Do not put any accessories on seat Keep your hands and arms away belts. Devices intended to improve from the airbag covers. If your occupant comfort or reposition the hands or arms are close to the SRS covers in the center of the shoulder part of a seat belt, can steering wheel and on top of the severely compromise the...
Page 23: Protecting Children
Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 24: 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 vehicle equipped Airbags have been designed to help with a passenger's airbag can be children of all ages and sizes are protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 25 Protecting Children Canadian Models U.S. Models To remind you of the passenger's To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, and that children your vehicle has warning labels on must be properly restrained in a the driver's and front passenger's back seat, your vehicle has warning visors.
Page 26: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Use childproof door locks to Your vehicle has two rows of back Many parents say they prefer to put prevent children from opening the seats where children can be properly an infant or small child in the front doors.
Page 27: 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 28 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in your vehicle.
Page 29 Placing a Child Seat Front Passenger's Seat Infants: Never in the front seat, due This page briefly summarizes 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 30 Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat 3. Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly 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 31: Protecting Infants
Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child 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 a back seat, but not in the serious injury or death if the front seat.
Page 32 Protecting Children Installing a Rear-Facing Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belts in the outer back seats have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a rear- facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 33 Protecting Children 3. After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps. 4.
Page 34 Protecting Children To deactivate the locking Finally, follow instruction number 5 Installing a Rear-Facing Child Seat in mechanism and remove a child seat, the Center Position of the Third Seat on page to verify that the child unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat seat is secure.
Page 35 Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation Additional Precautions for Infants Tips facing child seat may prevent the Never hold an infant on your lap. driver or a front-seat passenger from If you are not wearing a seat belt moving the seat as far back as in a crash, you could be thrown recommended (see page...
Page 36: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children Protecting Small Children Of the different seats available, we Child Seat Placement recommend those that have a five- In this vehicle, the best place to point harness system as shown. install a forward-facing child seat is in one of the seating positions in a We also recommend that a small back seat.
Page 37 Protecting Children Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt Improperly placing a forward- The lap/shoulder belts in the outer facing child seat in the front back and front passenger seating seat can result in serious injury positions have a locking mechanism or death if the airbags inflate.
Page 38 Protecting Children 2. To activate the lockable retractor, 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 39 Protecting Children on page to verify that the child To deactivate the locking Installing a Child Seat in the Center Position of the Third Seat mechanism and remove a child seat is secure. seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract.
Page 40: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Children Additional Precautions for Small Protecting Larger Children Children When a child reaches the Never hold a small child on your recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit lap. If you are not wearing a seat for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can belt in a crash, you could be...
Page 41 Protecting Children Checking Seat Belt Fit If the shoulder part of the belt rests Do not let a child wear a seat belt over the child's collarbone and across the neck. This could result in against the center of the chest, as serious neck injuries during a crash.
Page 42 Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front Using a Booster Seat seat until the tops of the ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety even with the top of the seat-back. A Administration and Transport child of this height should be tall Canada recommend that all children...
Page 43 Protecting Children If you decide that a child can safely Physical Size Physically, a child must be large ride up front, be sure to: enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit over the hips, chest, and Carefully read the owner's manual shoulder (see pages and 39).
Page 44: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Protecting Children Important Safety Information Using Child Seats with Tethers Second Seat Installation: Keep the third seat in the floor while Your vehicle has attachment points using a tether-style child seat in the for a tether-style child seat to be second seat.
Page 45 16lbf.ft (22N.m,2.2kgf.m) If a torque wrench was not used, see There are three attachment points your Honda dealer as soon as on the tailgate sill. Select the attach- possible to verify proper installation. ment point you want to use, and...
Page 46: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To fasten the belt, insert the latch Your seat belt system includes lap/ Your vehicle has two types of lap/ plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder belts in all seven seating shoulder belts.
Page 47 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belts in all positions except Attach the metal hook on the edge of the driver's and the center position the shoulder belt to the metal loop of the third seat have an additional on the latch plate of the lap belt locking mechanism that must be marked CENTER, then tug on the...
Page 48: Seat Belt Maintenance
U.S. Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty needed. on seat belts. Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that Check your seat belts regularly fails to function properly during and have any problem normal use.
Page 49: Additional Information About Your Srs
Additional Information About Your SRS SRS Components How Your Airbags Work An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to Your Supplemental Restraint System a possible problem with the (SRS) includes: system (see page 50). Two front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of Emergency backup power in case the steering wheel;...
Page 50 Additional Information About Your SRS During a crash, your seat belt helps After a crash, you may see what restrain your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually while the tensioner tightens and powder from the airbag's surface. locks the seat belt to help keep you Although the powder is not harmful, in place.
Page 51: How The Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work
This tells you that the system is working properly. Your Honda has automatic seat belt However, if the light comes on at any tensioners for added protection other time, you should have the during a moderate to severe frontal system checked by your dealer.
Page 52: Srs Service
Do potential problem. not try to remove or replace the airbags yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem. Take your vehicle to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible.
Page 53: 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 moderate to severe frontal collision. Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any reason.
Page 54: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle's exhaust contains With the tailgate open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's have no problem with carbon Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous monoxide entering the vehicle in Breathing it can cause condition.
Page 55: 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 Canadian models RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 56: Instruments And Controls
Rear Window Defogger....Head Restraints......contribute to the daily operation of Third Seat Access...... Steering Wheel Adjustment..your Honda. All the essential Moving the Second Row Steering Wheel Controls ....controls are within easy reach. Cruise Control......Bucket Seat......
Page 57: Control Locations
Control Locations POWER SLIDING MIRROR HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.130) DIGITAL CLOCK DOOR SWITCHES CONTROLS (P.117) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.138) (P.90) (P.115) DOOR LOCK SWITCHES (P.79) REAR A/C UNIT CONTROL (P.146) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.113) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.149, 161) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.183) (P.184)
Page 58: Indicator Lights
Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR indicators to give you important SYSTEM INDICATOR information about your vehicle. IMMOBILIZER ANTI-LOCK BRAKE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR* Seat Belt Reminder Light INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL BRAKE SYSTEM This indicator lights when you turn...
Page 59 Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada S R S Lamp Parking Brake System Indicator BRAKE and Brake See page This indicator lights when you turn System the ignition switch ON (II). If it Low Oil Pressure comes on at any other time, it Indicator Indicator indicates a problem in the...
Page 60 Indicator Lights Traction Control System Immobilizer System U.S. Canada T C S (TCS) Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on for a few On EX model Anti-lock Brake System This indicator has three functions: seconds when you turn the ignition (ABS) Indicator 1.
Page 61 If a brake light your Honda dealer as soon as does not work, the BRAKE LAMP possible. You can still open or close When you turn on the Hazard indicator comes on when you push each sliding door manually.
Page 62 Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Washer Level Indicator "Daytime Running Lights" Indicator Canadian models only This light comes on with the high Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn beam headlights. See page This light comes on when the the ignition switch to ON (II) with information on the headlight washer fluid level is low.
Page 63 Gauges Odometer FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER 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. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers...
Page 64 Gauges Trip Meter Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge This meter shows the number of 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 65 Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is 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 66: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering HAZARD POWER TRACTION WINDSHIELD SHIFT column contain controls for driving SLIDING WIPERS/WASHERS WARNING CONTROL LEVER features you use most often. The left DOOR LIGHTS SYSTEM lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams.
Page 67 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams, pull the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it. The high beams will come reminder chime when you open the on and go off.
Page 68 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Automatic Lighting Off Feature The lights will turn on again when Instrument Panel Brightness you unlock or open the driver's door. On EX model The Automatic Lighting Off feature If you unlock the door, but do not turns off the headlights, parking open it within 15 seconds, the lights lights, taillights, side marker lights,...
Page 69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers 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 right lever controls the wind- Signal a turn or lane change with this...
Page 70 Controls Near the Steering Wheel 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). In intermittent, the wipers operate To operate the wipers in mist mode, every few seconds.
Page 71 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Washers Rear Window Wiper and Washer Hazard Warning To clean the windshield, pull back on The rear window wiper switch is Push the button to the left of the the wiper control lever. The washers located next to the windshield wiper clock to turn on the hazard spray until you release the lever.
Page 72 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Defogger EX model LX model Make sure the rear window is clear The rear window defogger will clear and you have good visibility before fog, frost, and thin ice from the starting to drive. window.
Page 73 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment 3. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position. See page for important safety information about how to properly 4. Make sure you have securely position the steering wheel. locked the steering wheel in place Make any steering wheel adjustment by trying to move it up and down.
Page 74: Steering Wheel Controls
Steering Wheel Controls Using the Cruise Control Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain RESUME/accel CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 75 Steering Wheel Controls The cruise control may not hold the You can decrease the set cruising Changing the Set Speed set speed when you are going up and speed in any of these ways: You can increase the set cruising down hills.
Page 76 Steering Wheel Controls Even with the cruise control turned When you push the CANCEL button, Cancelling the Cruise Control on, you can still use the accelerator or tap the brake pedal, the CRUISE pedal to speed up for passing. After CONTROL light on the instrument completing the pass, take your foot panel will go out and the vehicle will...
Page 77 Keep the plate stored in a safe place. If you need to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. On EX model Your vehicle comes with two master These buttons let you control some keys and a valet key.
Page 78: Keys And Locks
If the system repeatedly does not high humidity. recognize the coding of your key, When you turn the ignition switch to contact your Honda dealer. Do not drop the keys or set heavy ON (II), the Immobilizer System objects on them.
Page 79 Keys and Locks LOCK (0) — You can insert or Ignition Switch As required by the FCC: remove the key only in this position. This device complies with Part 15 of the To switch from ACCESSORY to FCC rules. Operation is subject to the LOCK, you must push the key in following two conditions: (1) This device slightly as you turn it.
Page 80 Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, START (III) — Use this position Power Door Locks you can operate the audio system only to start the engine. The switch MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH and the accessory power socket. returns to ON (II) when you let go of the key.
Page 81 Keys and Locks To lock the driver's door, along with Lockout Prevention the remaining doors and the tailgate, If you forget and leave the key in the LOCK TAB push the lock tab down or push the ignition switch, Lockout Prevention master switch down, then close the will not allow you to lock the driver's door.
Page 82 Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter When you push the UNLOCK button If you unlock the doors and the once, only the driver's door unlocks. tailgate with the remote transmitter, The remaining doors and the tailgate but do not open any door or the unlock when you push the button a tailgate within 30 seconds, all doors second time.
Page 83 Keys and Locks Panic Mode Opening or Closing the Power Sliding Panic mode allows you to remotely Doors activate your vehicle's horn and lights to attract attention. When activated, the horn will sound, and the headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, taillights and DRIVER'S SIDE instrument panel lights will flash for...
Page 84 Keys and Locks Reinstall the 0-ring. Align the Replacing the Battery mark on the cover with the mark on the transmitter, ROUND COVER then set the cover in place and turn it CUSHION clockwise. RING Open BATTERY Close When the remote transmitter's To replace the battery, remove the battery begins to get weak, it may round cover on the back of the trans-...
Page 85 Honda dealer. Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed. Instruments and Controls...
Page 86 Keys and Locks Childproof Door Locks Tailgate On EX model With the childproof door locks on, automatic operation with the inside door handle is disabled. LOCK LEVER The childproof door locks are Use your key to lock and unlock the designed to prevent children seated tailgate.
Page 87 Keys and Locks See page for information on cargo loading. Keep the tailgate HANDLE closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page LOCK To open the tailgate, pull the handle, The tailgate also has a lock tab on...
Page 88 Keys and Locks Glove Box 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 Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle.
Page 89: Sliding Doors
Sliding Doors Your Honda is equipped with dual Manual Sliding Doors sliding doors. The doors on the LX OUTSIDE model are manually operated. The Closing a manual or power EX model's doors are electrically- sliding door while any part of a...
Page 90 Sliding Doors When you drive with children in your Before refueling, make sure the vehicle, use the childproof door driver's side sliding door is fully LOCK KNOB locks. This will prevent children closed. When you release the fuel fill from opening the doors accidentally door with the handle, the sliding (see page door automatically locks so it cannot...
Page 91 Sliding Doors The power sliding doors operate Power Sliding Doors Power Sliding Door Switches with the ignition switch in any On EX model position. In addition: MAIN The sliding doors on your vehicle are SWITCH electrically-powered. You can open or close each power sliding door with The shift lever must be in Park.
Page 92 Sliding Doors To close a sliding door, push the top Operating with the Door Handles Operating with the Remote of the appropriate switch, then Transmitter OUTSIDE release it. To open the door, push You can open or close the sliding and release the bottom of the switch.
Page 93 Sliding Doors If you try to open a locked sliding When parked on steep hills, the Stopping Power Sliding Door door with the power sliding door power sliding doors may not open or Movement To stop automatic operation: close as they do normally. switch or the remote transmitter, you will hear three beeps.
Page 94 If your vehicle's battery is have your vehicle checked by a door with the handle, the sliding disconnected or goes dead while the Honda dealer. door automatically locks so it cannot sliding doors are open, the power be opened and interfere with the fuel sliding door system needs to be fill door.
Page 95 Turn the MAIN switch off to turn off the indicator. You will have to open and close the doors manually. Have the system inspected by your Honda dealer as soon as possible. Instruments and Controls...
Page 96: Homelink Universal Transmitter
HomeLink Universal Transmitter contact the manufacturer of the Training the Transmitter On EX model equipment. The HomeLink Universal Transmit- 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 97 HomeLink Universal Transmitter 1. This step erases all previously learned Canadian Owners: 5. The red light in the transmitter codes. Perform this step before The remote control you are training should begin flashing. It will flash training the transmitter for the very from may stop transmitting after two slowly at first, then rapidly.
Page 98 HomeLink Universal Transmitter Training With a Rolling Code Retrainings Button TRAINING System To train an already programmed BUTTON For security purposes, newer garage transmitter button to operate a new device: door opening systems use a "rolling" or variable code. If you know that 1.
Page 99 HomeLink Universal Transmitter 3. Press the Training button on the Erasing Codes As required by the FCC: motor/control unit until the To erase the codes stored in all three This device complies with Part 15 of the Training light comes on, then buttons, press and hold the two FCC rules.
Page 100 Seats Passenger Seating For greater cargo capacity, the seats in the second row can be removed, and the bench seat in the third row can be folded into the floor. Convertible Second Row Bucket Bench Seat The bench seat model has bucket Seats The convertible second row bucket seats with armrests for two front...
Page 101 Seats Seat Adjustments To adjust the bucket seats in the second row, pull up on the lever on See pages — for important safety the front of the seat bottom. information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The EX model has a power adjustable driver's seat.
Page 102 Seats desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position. HANDLE To adjust the seat-back angle of the To change the seat-back angle of the third seat, open the tailgate. Pull on front seats, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.
Page 103 Seats Driver's Seat Power Adjustments On EX model See pages — 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. The horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions.
Page 104 Seats Armrests Pull the center of the horizontal Adjust the seat-back angle by switch up to raise the seat. Push it pushing the rear switch in the An armrest is located on each of the down to lower the seat. direction you want to move.
Page 105 Seats To remove a head restraint for Head Restraints 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 and pull the restraint out of the seat- properly position the head restraints.
Page 106 Seats Third Seat Access Convertible Second Row Bucket Seats Bench Seat model model SEAT-BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT LEVER To get into or out of the third row To get into or out of the third row When the seat on the passenger's seat, pull the seat-back angle seat, walk between the second row side is moved to the center, walk...
Page 107 Seats Push the back of the seat down over Moving the Second Row Bucket Seat the floor hooks. Make sure the seat is securely locked in place. LOCK RELEASE LEVER The second row bucket seat on the Unlock the seat from the floor by passenger's side can be moved to the pulling the lock release lever under center to provide access to the third...
Page 108 Seats Make sure the seat is securely locked in place before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could fly around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Reverse this procedure to move the seat back to the outside. Install the floor covers over the outer floor hooks on the passenger's side as shown.
Page 109 Seats To reinstall the seat, hook the front Removing the Bucket Seats in the of the seat to the floor, then push the Second Row back into the locks. Make sure both the front and the back of the seat are securely latched before driving.
Page 110 Seats Removing the Bench Seat in the Second Row LOCK RELEASE LEVER SEAT-BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT LEVER The bench seat in the second row seat-back, and tilt the seat-back Unhook the front of the seat from can be removed to give more cargo forward.
Page 111 Seats To reinstall the seat, hook the front Folding the Third Seat of the seat to the floor, then push the back into the locks. Make sure both the front and the back of the seat are securely latched before driving. RELEASE BUTTON To create more cargo space, you can 2.
Page 112 Seats Make sure the center shoulder belt is stored in the holder and the outer shoulder belts are positioned on each hook whenever the third seat is folded. Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have HANDLE to brake hard.
Page 113 Seats HANDLE To return the seat to the upright 2. Pull up on the handle on the seat- back, and pull the seat-back position: upright with the strap. Make sure the seat is securely locked in place. 1. Pull the seat out of the recess by pulling on the handle and the strap.
Page 114: Power Windows
Power Windows Your vehicle's front windows are The master control panel also con- DRIVER'S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH electrically-powered. Turn the tains these extra features: SWITCH ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower either window. AUTO - To open the driver's window fully, push the window The rear windows are also switch firmly down and release it.
Page 115 Power Windows The MAIN switch controls power to the front passenger's window and the rear power windows. With this switch off, the front passenger's window cannot be raised or lowered and the rear windows cannot be opened or closed. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window.
Page 116 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Adjust the outside mirrors with the 3. Push the appropriate edge of the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch on the left side of adjustment switch to move the you start driving.
Page 117 Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear- brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE PEDAL HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Canadian Models To apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down with your The outside mirrors are heated to re- foot.
Page 118 Digital Clock, Center Table Digital Clock 2. Press and hold the H button until Center Table the hour advances to the desired time. 3. Press and hold the M button until the numbers advance to the desired time. You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour.
Page 119 Center Table, Beverage Holder Beverage Holder Sitting on or getting under the table, The center table can be extended by To use the front beverage holder, or putting heavy objects on the table, pulling on the rear. pull on the bottom edge. Push the may damage or deform it.
Page 120: Beverage Holder
Beverage Holder Additional beverage holders for the The beverage holders for the third front seat passengers, and the seat passengers are located in the beverage holders for the passengers armrests on the rear side panels. in the second row, are in the center table.
Page 121: Sunglasses Holder
Sunglasses Holder To open the sunglasses holder, push Some larger styles of sunglasses on the front edge. It will unlatch and may not fit in the holder. swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.
Page 122 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 123 Rear Compartment, Center Pocket, Coin Holder Rear Compartment Center Pocket Coin Holder COIN CENTER LEVER REAR COMPARTMENT POCKET HOLDER A storage compartment is located by The coin holder is located in the Open the center pocket by pulling the third seat on the driver's side. To the handle.
Page 124 Storage Box, Coat Hook Storage Box Coat Hook LOCK TAB STORAGE BOX To remove the box for cleaning, To use a coat hook, push on the lid. On EX model A storage box is located under the push on the lock tab under the seat Close it with a firm push.
Page 125: Accessory Power Sockets
Accessory Power Sockets When both sockets are being used, FRONT REAR the combined power rating of both accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps). They will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. Your vehicle has two accessory To use an accessory power socket, power sockets.
Page 126: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Light Control Switch When this switch is in the OFF When the switch is in the Door position: Activated position: LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH None of the lights come on when a The individual map lights in the door or the tailgate is opened. front come on when any door or DOOR the tailgate is opened.
Page 127 Interior Lights The cargo area light comes on When the switch is in the ON On EX model when any door or the tailgate is position: The lights go out about six seconds opened if the switch in the light is after all the doors and the tailgate in the door activated (center) All the individual map lights come...
Page 128 Interior Lights Individual Map Lights Cargo Area Light REAR FRONT Turn on the front individual map Turn on each rear individual map The cargo area light has a three- lights by pushing the button next to light by pushing the lens when the position switch.
Page 129 Interior Lights Ignition Switch Light The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver's door, and stays on several seconds after you close the door. Instruments and Controls...
Page 130: Comfort And Convenience Features
Audio System (EX)......The heating and air conditioning Heating and Cooling...... A M / F M / C D Audio System..systems in your Honda provide a What Each Control Does..comfortable driving environment in How to Use the System.....
Page 131: Heating And Cooling
Heating and Cooling On LX model MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE REAR A/C Proper use of the Heating and CONTROL DIAL 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 FAN CONTROL AIR CONDITIONING...
Page 132 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 133 Heating and Cooling Vent Controls CORNER VENT REAR CEILING VENT CENTER VENTS You can adjust the direction of the The vents in the corners of the There are four vents in the ceiling air coming from the dashboard vents dashboard can be opened and closed (see page 148).
Page 134 Heating and Cooling How to Use the System FAN CONTROL TEMPERATURE MODE BUTTONS This section covers how to set up the DIAL 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 135 Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C FAN CONTROL MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the DIAL 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 136 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 137 Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the vehicle has been sitting out in cold weather: 1. Start the engine. FAN CONTROL TEMPERATURE MODE BUTTONS 2. Select DIAL CONTROL DIAL When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.
Page 138 Heating and Cooling These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, the windshield and the side window turn the fan speed and temperature defroster vents.
Page 139: Climate Control System
Climate Control System On EX model CENTER VENTS CORNER 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 140 Climate Control System REAR CEILING VENT Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 141 Climate Control System Fully-automatic Operation To put the Automatic Climate TEMPERATURE FULL AUTO FAN CONTROL DIAL Control in fully-automatic mode, CONTROL DIAL DISPLAY press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial.
Page 142 Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various TEMPERATURE 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. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Press the A / C button to turn the air conditioning on and off.
Page 143 Climate Control System Fan Control Dial You can manually select the fan MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL speed by turning the 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 144 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 145 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 146 Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor TEMPERATURE SENSOR SUNLIGHT 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 147 Climate Control System Rear A/C Unit Your vehicle has two controls for the rear A/C unit. The rear A/C control dial is located on the climate control panel, and the rear A/C passenger control panel is on the ceiling behind the driver's seat.
Page 148 Climate Control System RearA/C Control Dial When this dial is in the RR position, Rear A/C Passenger Control Panel the rear A / C passenger control panel is enabled. A second row passenger can then adjust the fan speed and air flow. Turning the dial clockwise from the RR position turns off the rear A / C passenger control panel, and...
Page 149 Climate Control System The heating/cooling/air flow control Rear Ceiling Vents dial selects the temperature and level of the air flow. When the dial is in the position, heated air flows from the rear floor vents. When the dial is in the position, cooled air flows from the rear ceiling vents.
Page 150: Audio System
Audio System AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System On LX model 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 B* noise reduction, automatic...
Page 151 Audio System SEEK — The SEEK function Operating the Radio You can use any of four methods to The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the a strong signal.
Page 152 Audio System SCAN — The SCAN function AM/FM SCAN BUTTON SCN INDICATOR samples all the stations with strong 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 153 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 154 Audio System Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — These two BASS/FADER TREBLE/BALANCE 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 155 Audio System Audio System Lighting Dolby B noise reduction turns on If the system reaches the end of the You can use the instrument panel when you insert a cassette. If the tape while in fast forward or rewind, 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 156 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 REW BUTTON FF BUTTON displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind.
Page 157 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 RPT BUTTON REW BUTTON FF BUTTON satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise...
Page 158 Audio System Operating the Optional CD Player/Changer AM/FM BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR A Compact Disc changer is available TAPE/CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR 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 159 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 160 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 161 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 162 Audio System AM/FM/CD Audio System On EX model 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 163 Audio System TUNE — Use the TUNE bar to tune SEEK — The SEEK function Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in the radio to a desired frequency. searches the band for a station with Press the side of the bar to tune a strong signal.
Page 164 Audio System SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR signals on the selected band. To PWR/VOL activate it, press the SCAN button, TUNE BAR KNOB then release it. The system will scan up the band for a station with a strong signal.
Page 165 Audio System To store a frequency: 1. Select the desired band, AM or SEEK BAR AM/FM BUTTON FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset TUNE BAR button. 2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.
Page 166 Audio System AUTO SELECT— If you are TUNE BAR SEEK BAR traveling far from home and can no 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 167 Audio System Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — These two controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength. To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out.
Page 168 "FM101." Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda's radio can receive the How well your Honda's radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen-...
Page 169 Audio System Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects...
Page 170 Audio System Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the AM/FM BUTTON CD SLOT TUNE BAR same controls used for the radio. EJECT BUTTON With the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), 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 171 Audio System You can switch to the radio while a You can use the TUNE and SEEK/ REPEAT — To activate the Repeat CD is playing by pressing the A M / SKIP bars while a disc is playing to feature, press and release the RPT FM button.
Page 172 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- A Compact Disc changer is available you select an empty slot in the dash or changer) that was playing for your vehicle.
Page 173 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 174 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 175 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 176 Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) AM/FM BUTTON The cassette system features Dolby PWR/VOL SEEK/SKIP BAR KNOB B* noise reduction, automatic BUTTON TUNE BAR sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO tape, and autoreverse for continuous TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR play. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot.
Page 177 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 178 Audio System SKIP — The skip function allows REPEAT — The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions you to find the beginning of a song continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find or passage. To activate SKIP, press song or passage.
Page 179 Never try to insert a warped or available. damaged cassette in the player. ejects, take the vehicle to your Honda dealer. If you do not clean the cassette When they are not in use, store player regularly, it may eventually...
Page 180 Audio System Remote Audio Controls If you are playing a cassette, use the The top and bottom buttons adjust AUDIO/CH button to advance to the the volume up or down AUDIO/CH next selection. You will see "FF" Press the proper button and hold it BUTTON blinking in the display when you until the desired volume is reached,...
Page 181 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 182: 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 183 You should follow these same re- Gasoline Help assure your vehicle's future commendations with an overhauled Your Honda is designed to operate reliability and performance by paying or exchanged engine, or when the on unleaded gasoline with a pump extra attention to how you drive brakes are replaced.
Page 184 Pull your instrument panel may turn on. If this happens, contact your Stop the engine and keep authorized Honda dealer for service. heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. 1. Because the fuel fill cap is on the...
Page 185 Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as HOOD RELEASE HANDLE pressure inside the tank escapes. Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door. 4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel pump automatically clicks off.
Page 186 Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without To close the hood, lift it up slightly to lifting the hood latch handle, or the remove the support rod from the hood latch handle moves stiffly or SUPPORT ROD hole.
Page 187 Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. 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 188 Refer to Owner Maintenance Engine Coolant Check Checks on page for information RESERVE TANK on checking other items in your Honda. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK M I N 4. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level.
Page 189: 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 driving moderately.
Page 190: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories or killed. with proper vehicle operation or performance. Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessories that allow you to Follow all instructions in this personalize your vehicle. These owner's manual regarding Be sure electronic accessories do accessories have been designed and accessories and modifications.
Page 191 Accessories and Modifications In addition, any modifications that Additional Safety Precaution Modifications decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the Do not remove any original the chance of undercarriage parts airbag covers. Any object attached to equipment or modify your vehicle in striking a curb, speed bump, or other or placed on the covers marked "SRS...
Page 192: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo REAR COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET safely. CENTER POCKET The glove box, and the pockets in the front doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The cargo area is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 193 Carrying Cargo Load Limit When you load luggage, the total Carrying Items in the Passenger weight of the vehicle, all passengers, Compartment The maximum load for your vehicle cargo, and trailer tongue load must Store or secure all items that could is 1,277 lbs (580 kg).
Page 194 Please contact your Honda as far forward as possible. Tie dealer for further information. down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.
Page 195 Carrying Cargo Cargo Net On EX model You can use the cargo net to secure items in the cargo area, and store small items between the two halves of the net. To install the cargo net, hook the loops on the four corners of the net to the tabs at both sides of the tailgate sill.
Page 196: 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 automatic transmission. It also at High Altitude ..... includes important information on Automatic Transmission....
Page 197: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive 10.Turn the ignition switch ON (II). You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat Check the indicator lights in the and adjustments every day before (see page 100). you drive your vehicle. instrument panel.
Page 198: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 6. If the engine still does not start, 2. Push the accelerator pedal half- way to the floor and hold it there press the accelerator pedal all the while starting the engine. Do not 2.
Page 199: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four Shift Lever Position Indicator The " D " indicator comes on for a forward speeds, and is electronically few seconds when you turn the controlled for smoother shifting. It ignition switch ON (II). If it flashes also has a "lock-up"...
Page 200 Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions Park (P) — This position mechani- cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 201 Automatic Transmission Neutral (N) — Use Neutral if you Drive (D ) —This position is similar need to restart a stalled engine, or if to D , except only the first three it is necessary to stop briefly with gears are selected. Use D when towing a trailer in hilly terrain, or to the engine idling.
Page 202 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release Engine Speed Limiter Second (2) — To shift to Second, This allows you to move the shift pull the shift lever towards you, then If you exceed the maximum speed lever out of Park if the normal shift to the lower gear.
Page 203 Park to Neutral. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 204 Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. The indicator the front wheels away from the curb. Make sure the windows are closed. on the instrument panel shows that the parking brake is not fully If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn Turn off the lights.
Page 205: The Braking System
The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with front Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all vehicles wheels are drum. A power assist up heat and reduces their effective- have audible brake wear indicators.
Page 206 The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates Your vehicle has an Anti-lock Brake brake pedal, this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard purpose of the ABS. Let the ABS Each circuit works diagonally across equipment.
Page 207 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 208 On EX model comes on (see page ). This means and the parking brake is fully Your Honda is equipped with a the anti-lock function of the braking released, the front-to-rear braking Traction Control System (TCS) to system has shut down. The brakes...
Page 209: Traction Control System
Traction Control System If the brakes overheat while the TCS When starting out or driving at low TRACTION CONTROL is activating, the TCS indicator will speeds on a loose or slippery road SYSTEM INDICATOR stop flashing and stay on temporarily. surface, you may notice that the vehicle does not respond to the This indicates that the TCS system...
Page 210 TCS indicator. If the indicator flashes under the following condi- remains on, or comes back on while tions: driving, have the system inspected by your Honda dealer. You can still TCS ON/OFF drive the vehicle without TCS. When you turn the ignition switch SWITCH to ON (II).
Page 211: Driving In Bad Weather
Driving in Bad Weather Visibility — Being able to see Driving Technique — Always drive slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your vehicle longer visible to other drivers are important to react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 212 Driving in Bad Weather Traction — Check your tires frequently for wear and proper pressure. Both are important in preventing "hydroplaning" (loss of traction on a wet surface). In the winter, mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling. Watch road conditions carefully, they can change from moment to moment.
Page 213: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your Odyssey has been designed to tow a trailer, as well as for carrying passengers and their cargo. To safely tow a trailer, you must observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section. Load Limits Total Trailer Weight: As shown Including driver.
Page 214 Towing a Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Combined Weight Rating Checking Loads (GVWR): (GCWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle The total weight of the vehicle, all The total weight of the vehicle, all and trailer weights are within limits occupants, all cargo, and the is to have them checked at a public occupants and cargo, and the...
Page 215 Odyssey can be obtained using the six threaded holes not let the chain drag on the ground. from your Honda dealer. provided. A hitch designed especially for your Odyssey can be obtained from your Honda dealer.
Page 216 This comes with the also have a qualified technician Honda hitch (see page 214), or it install a suitable connector between may be obtained separately from the vehicle and the trailer.
Page 217 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Spare Vehicle Tire When towing a trailer, you should When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page 317), carry a full-size wheel and tire as a driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are spare in case you have a flat.
Page 218 Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Driving Safely With a Trailer Making Turns and Braking The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. than normal. The trailer tracks a Do not try to hold the vehicle in height of a trailer will affect your smaller arc than your vehicle, and it...
Page 219 Towing a Trailer Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Parking Crosswinds and air turbulence Follow all normal precautions when caused by passing trucks can disrupt parking, including putting the your steering and cause trailer transmission in Park and firmly swaying. When being passed by a setting the parking brake.
Page 220: Maintenance
If you have the skills and tools to per- Adding Engine Coolant..... Snow Tires......form more complex maintenance Tire Chains......Replacing Engine Coolant..tasks on your Honda, you may want Lights..........264 Windshield Washers..... to purchase the Service Manual. See Headlight Aiming...... Automatic Transmission Fluid..
Page 221: Maintenance Safety
Only you safety of your passengers. It will also should be performed by a Honda can decide whether or not you reward you with more economical, technician or other qualified should perform a given task.
Page 222 Maintenance Safety Read the instructions before you Important Safety Precautions begin, and make sure you have the Before you begin any maintenance, tools and skills required. make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground and that the parking To reduce the possibility of fire or brake is set.
Page 223: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies Operate your vehicle on Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your reasonable roads within the legal Service your vehicle according to the speed limit. vehicle serviced and what things time and mileage periods on one of need attention.
Page 224 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 provide competent, efficient service. have maintenance done. These are...
Page 225 Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) U.S. Owners 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 226 Maintenance 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 227 Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions) U.S. Owners Follow the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 228 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 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 229 Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 223. 1: See Timing Belt on page to determine need for replacement. 2: See Air Conditioning Filter on page for replacement information under special conditions.
Page 230 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page 224) or severe conditions (page 226). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 231 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
Page 232: 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 186.
Page 233: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...
Page 234 API Service label on the oil container. A fuel-efficient oil is recommended for your Honda. This is shown on the API Service label by the words To add oil, unscrew and remove the "Energy Conserving." This oil is...
Page 235 API CERTIFICATION SEAL An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in your Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F (—7°C). Maintenance...
Page 236 Engine Oil Additives Changing the Oil and Filter Your Honda does not need any oil Always change the oil and filter additives. Purchasing additives for according to the time and distance the engine or transmission will not (miles/kilometers) recommenda- increase your vehicle's performance tions in the maintenance schedule.
Page 237 A special minutes and check the drain bolt wrench (available from your and oil filter for leaks. Honda dealer) is required to remove the filter. 9. Turn off the engine, let it sit for several minutes, then check the oil 4.
Page 238: Cooling System
However, continued use of any non- cause the coolant to spray out, Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling seriously scalding you. system to malfunction or fail. Have...
Page 239 Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle's cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components. RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK 1. Make sure the engine and radiator 4. The coolant level should be up to are cool.
Page 240 Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the vehicle. Unless you have the tools and...
Page 241 Cooling System 6. When the coolant stops draining, RESERVE TANK RESERVE tighten the drain plug at the TANK CAP bottom of the radiator. 7. Tighten the drain bolt at the rear of the engine cylinder block securely. Tightening torque: 7 lbf . ft (10 N . m,1.0 kgf.m) 8.
Page 242 Cooling System 10.Fill the reserve tank to the MAX FILLER NECK mark. Install the reserve tank cap. 11.Install the radiator cap, and tighten it to the first stop. 12.Start the engine and let it run until the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice.
Page 243: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield NOTICE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal usage. In bad weather, Do not use engine antifreeze or a when you use the washers often, vinegar/water solution in the check the level every time you stop windshield washer reservoir.
Page 244: Automatic Transmission Fluid
However, continued use can affect shift quality. Have the transmission drained and refilled with Honda ATF as soon UPPER MARK as it is convenient. LOWER MARK 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back DIPSTICK into the transmission.
Page 245: Brake Fluid
The brake fluid should be replaced temporary replacement. However, according to the time and distance recommendations in the mainte- the use of any non-Honda brake fluid nance schedule. can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the...
Page 246: Power Steering
Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check LOWER LEVEL...
Page 247: 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. Follow the replacement procedure The air cleaner element is inside the 2.
Page 248 Air Cleaner Element HOT AIR VALVE AIR CLEANER ELEMENT CLIP 3. Disconnect the clip from the bolt The coolant lines inside the air 6. Place the new air cleaner element on the air cleaner housing, then cleaner housing may be warm. in the air cleaner housing.
Page 249 Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease 2. Clean up any dirt and oil that have the latch, contact your Honda dealer. collected around the ignition coils. Maintenance...
Page 250: Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs HEXAGON SOCKET HEAD CAP BOLT 3. Disconnect the wire connector 4. Use a wrench to remove the 6. Put the new spark plug into the from the ignition coil by pushing hexagon socket head cap bolt socket; then screw it into the hole. on the lock tab and pulling on the holding the ignition coil.
Page 251 Spark Plugs Specifications: NOTICE NGK: PZFR5F-11 Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A DENSO: PKJ16CR-L11 spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to Spark Plug Gap: the threads in the cylinder head. 0.04 in (1.1 mm) 8.
Page 252 Battery Check the condition of your vehicle's Check the battery terminals for battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals. terminals with a solution of baking soda and water.
Page 253 Battery If you need to connect the battery to On EX model On EX model If your vehicle's battery is a charger, disconnect both cables to If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead while the prevent damage to the vehicle's disconnected or goes dead, the audio sliding doors are open, the power electrical system.
Page 254: 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 255 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 window.
Page 256: Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning System Your vehicle's air conditioning is a If the air conditioning does not get as AIR CONDITIONING sealed system. Any major mainte- cold as before, have your dealer CONDENSER nance, such as recharging, should be check the system. Recharge the done by a qualified mechanic.
Page 257 Have the air conditioning filter replaced by your Honda dealer. Check the tension of the power steering belt by pushing on it with your thumb midway between the pulleys.
Page 258 Timing Belt, Tires Timing Belt Tires Inflation The timing belt should normally be Keeping the tires properly inflated To safely operate your vehicle, your replaced at the intervals shown in provides the best combination of tires must be the proper type and the maintenance schedule.
Page 259 Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check the pressure when the Recommended Tire Pressures for pressure at least once a month. Even tires are hot (the vehicle has been Normal Driving tires that are in good condition may The following chart shows the driven several miles), you will see lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1...
Page 260 Tires These pressures are also given on Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS the tire information label on the Every time you check inflation, you driver's doorjamb. should also examine the tires for damage, foreign objects, and wear. Tubeless tires have some ability to You should look for: self-seal if they are punctured.
Page 261 'x aluminum wheels. Use removed from the wheel for repair. To help increase tire life and only Genuine Honda wheel weights for distribute wear more evenly, you balancing. should have the tires rotated every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
Page 262 Tires When shopping for replacement Replacing Tires and Wheels tires, you may find that some tires The tires that came with your are "directional." This means they vehicle were selected to match the Installing improper tires on your are designed to rotate only in one performance capabilities of the vehicle can affect handling and direction.
Page 263 For the best performance in snowy that came on your vehicle. Re- Quality Grading. or icy conditions, you should install snow tires or tire chains. They may placement wheels are available at be required by local laws under your Honda dealer. certain conditions. Maintenance...
Page 264 If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your vehicle roads. Honda, make sure they are radial when warranted by driving condi- tires of the same size and load range tions or required by local laws. You NOTICE as the original tires.
Page 265 Lights Check the operation of your vehicle's exterior lights at least once a month. HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL/ SIDE MARKER/ A burned out bulb can create an PARKING LIGHTS unsafe condition by reducing your vehicle's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 266 Lights Check the following: STOP/TAILLIGHTS/ TAILLIGHT HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT SIDE MARKER LIGHTS 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 267 Adjustment of the headlights should objects. If you touch the glass, clean be performed by a Honda technician it with denatured alcohol and a clean or other qualified mechanic. cloth.
Page 268 Lights 5. Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing the Front Side Marker/ making sure the tabs are in their Turn Signal and Parking Light slots. Pivot the hold-down wire Bulb back in place and clip the end into the slot.
Page 269 Lights 4. Remove the socket from the Replacing Rear Bulbs headlight assembly by turning it (in Fenders) one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 5. Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise until it unlocks. 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 270 Lights 5. Remove the socket by turning it Replacing Rear Bulbs one-quarter turn counterclockwise. (in Tailgate) 6. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 7. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks.
Page 271 Lights 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake socket. Light Bulb Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 6.
Page 272 Lights 6. Put the socket back into the light Replacing a Rear License Bulb assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7. Test the light to make sure the new bulb is working. 8. Put the light assembly back into the tailgate.
Page 273 Lights 4. Turn on the parking lights and Replacing Bulbs in the Interior FRONT INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT check that the new bulb is Lights working. The individual map lights, cargo area light, and the vanity mirror lights 5. Put the lens back on the bulb come apart the same way.
Page 274 Lights Front individual map light: CARGO AREA LIGHT REAR INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT Pry on the front edge in front of both map lights. Rear individual map light: Pry on the middle edge of the lens near the vent. Cargo area light: Pry on the rear edge to the left and right of center.
Page 275 Lights SUN VISOR Maintenance...
Page 276: Storing Your Vehicle
Change the engine oil and filter Disconnect the battery. If you store your vehicle for 12 (see page 235). months or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called Support the front and rear wiper for in the 24 months/30,000 miles...
Page 277: 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 278 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 Fill a bucket with cool water.
Page 279: Exterior Care
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 280: Interior Care
Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl Seat Belts Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft LOOP the carpet wear out faster. cloth dampened in a solution of mild Periodically shampoo the carpet to soap and water.
Page 281 Interior Care Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Windows Air Fresheners belt anchors can cause the belts to Clean the windows, inside and out, If you want to use an air freshener/ retract slowly. Wipe the insides of with a commercially-available glass deodorizer in the interior of your the loops with a clean cloth...
Page 282: 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 283: 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 284: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected Compact Spare Tire....... This section covers the more- 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 285: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Your vehicle has a compact spare Do not mount snow chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK tire that takes up less space. Use this compact spare. spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Get your regular tire Do not use the compact spare tire repaired or replaced and put back on if you are towing a trailer.
Page 286 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK VINYL BAG 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 287: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire 7. The spare tire is stored under the floor between the first and second row of seats. If the front seats are adjusted to the rear-most position, move the seats forward slightly and adjust the seat-backs to an upright position (see page 100).
Page 288 Changing a Flat Tire SPARE TIRE WHEEL NUTS BASKET HOOK HANDLE SPARE TIRE WING BOLT 8. Open either of the rear sliding 9. On EX model 11.On EX model doors. Pull the floor carpet up by Remove the spare tire basket. If you are changing a rear tire, lifting up on the edge, then raise close the sliding door.
Page 289 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL JACKING POINT WRENCH 13. Locate the jacking point nearest 14. Use the extension and wheel 15.Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the tire.
Page 290 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL COVER BRAKE HUB On LX model 16.Before mounting the spare tire, 17.Put on the spare tire. Put the Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, wheel cover off with a screwdriver or surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross...
Page 291 Changing a Flat Tire 19.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in 20.Put the flat tire in the supplied 18.Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have vinyl bag. This bag is stored in the rear compartment on the driver's the wheel nut torque checked at side panel in the third row.
Page 292 Changing a Flat Tire 21. Storing the flat tire behind the third BRACKET WING BOLT MOUNTING seat BOLT When the third seat is not folded, the flat tire is secured behind the third seat. On EX model BRACKET Turn on the sliding door MAIN switch so you can open the door.
Page 293 Changing a Flat Tire Adjust the seat-back of the third 23. Storing the Flat Tire on the Floor BRACKET seat to the upright position (see When the third seat is folded, the page 101). Install the bracket and flat tire is secured to the floor on the bracket mounting bolt to the top of the folded seat.
Page 294 Changing a Flat Tire 24. Store the jack in its holder. Turn TIRE MOUNTING WING BOLT the jack's end bracket clockwise to lock it in place. Store the tools. Loose items can fly around the Replace the cover. interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Page 295 If Your Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why your engine won't Check the transmission interlock. If the headlights dim noticeably or start falls into two areas, depending go out when you try to start the The transmission must be in Park on what you hear when you turn the engine, either the battery is dis- or Neutral or the starter will not...
Page 296 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- fuel pump. Check all the fuses sories: heater, A/C, climate (see page 305). You cannot start a Honda by pushing control, stereo system, lights, etc. or pulling it. Put the transmission in Neutral or If you find nothing wrong, you will Park and set the parking brake.
Page 297: Jump Starting
( + ) terminal other end to the grounding strap make sure they have good metal- on your Honda's battery. as shown. Do not connect this to-metal contact. jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
Page 298: 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 299 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 300: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator 4. Start the engine and watch the oil NOTICE pressure indicator. If the light Running the engine with low oil does not go out within ten seconds, pressure can cause serious mechanical turn off the engine. There is a damage almost immediately.
Page 301: 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 control, etc. Try not to use other before the battery is too discharged electrically-operated controls such as to keep the engine running.
Page 302: 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 at least damage your vehicle's emissions three times.
Page 303: 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 304 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your DRIVER'S SIDE INTERIOR PASSENGER'S SIDE vehicle have fuses to protect them INTERIOR from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes. The interior fuse boxes are located To open the fuse box on the underneath the dashboard on each passenger's side, pull the right edge side.
Page 305 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses UNDER-HOOD UNDER-HOOD 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 310, or the diagram on the fuse box lid (the diagram for the driver's side interior fuse box is on the kick panel below the fuse box), which fuse or fuses control that...
Page 306 Fuses BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER 3. Check each of the large fuses in 4. Check the smaller fuses in the 5. Look for a burned wire inside the the primary under-hood fuse box under-hood fuse box and all the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with by looking through the top at the one of the spare fuses of the same fuses in the interior fuse boxes by...
Page 307 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle On EX model NOTICE without fixing the problem, and you If the radio fuse is removed, the do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse audio system will disable itself. The Replacing a fuse with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating next time you turn on the radio you higher rating greatly increases the...
Page 308 Fuses PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX : EX model SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX : EX model CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 309 Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver's Side Passenger's Side Front Front : On Canadian models 1 : EX 2 : Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 310: Emergency Towing
With the front wheels on the ground, If your Honda cannot be transported Flat-bed Equipment — The operator by flat-bed, it should be towed by it is best to tow the vehicle no farther loads your vehicle on the back of a...
Page 311 Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your vehicle NOTICE with all four wheels on the groud, make sure you use a properly- Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the designed and attached tow bar. bumpers will cause serious damage. Prepare the vehicle for towing as The bumpers are not designed to described above, and leave the...
Page 312: 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 Tire Information......Emissions Controls......identification numbers. The expla- Tire Size Designation....The Clean Air Act......
Page 313: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 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 314 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. ENGINE NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 315: Specifications
Specifications 1 : LX 2: EX 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 316 Specifications page 250. page page page Technical Information...
Page 317: Tire Information
Tire Information Tire Size Designation 96 — 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 318 Tire Information DOT Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Traction (U.S. Vehicles) The traction grades, from highest to The treadwear grade is a compara- The tires on your vehicle meet all lowest, are A, B, and C, and they tive rating based on the wear rate of U.S.
Page 319 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 320: Oxygenated Fuels
Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and parts of your fuel system. being blended with alcohol or an Canada CGSB approved percentages ether compound. These gasolines of oxygenates: If you notice any undesirable are collectively referred to as operating symptoms, try another oxygenated fuels.
Page 321: 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 322: Emissions Controls
224. 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 323 System engine's combustion and minimize The Exhaust Gas Recirculation Genuine Honda replacement parts or the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that (EGR) system takes some of the their equivalent for repairs. Using comes out the tailpipe.
Page 324: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. 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 325 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... U.S. Zone Office Map....Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)......Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 326 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 327 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 Includes: NYC Metro area and...
Page 328: Canada Zone Office Map
Canada Zone Office Map Western Zone Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc. 1750 rue Eiffel 13240 Worster Court Boucherville, Quebec Richmond, B.C. V6V 2B8 J4B 7W1 (450) 655-6161 (604) 278-7121 Central Zone Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc.
Page 329: Warranty Coverages
Replacement Battery Limited U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat Warranty — provides prorated Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 330 NHTSA, U.S. Department of order a recall and remedy campaign. Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
Page 331: 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 332: 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 333: Index
Index Operation........How the Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work..... Anti-theft, Audio System....Accessories and Modifications..How the SRS Indicator Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. Accessories......... Works........Appearance Care......Additional Safety Precaution..How Your Airbags Work.... Armrests......... Modifications......SRS Components......Audio Controls, Remote....ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Audio System......
Page 334 Index Brights, Headlights......Cassette Player Bulb Replacement Care..........Battery Back-up Lights......Operation......154, Charging System Brake Lights....... CAUTION, Explanation of....Indicator......58, Cargo Area Light....... CD Changer......157, Jump Starting......Front Parking Lights....CD Player .......157, Maintenance....... Front Side Marker Lights..Center Pocket........
Page 335 Index Checklist, Before Driving..... Proper Solution......Disabled, Towing Your Childproof Door Locks....Replacing........Vehicle If........Child Safety........Temperature Gauge....Disc Brake Wear Indicators..Cleaner Element, Air..... Corrosion Protection..... Disposal of Used Oil...... Cleaning Crankcase Emissions Control Doors Aluminum Wheels..... System.........323 Locking and Unlocking....
Page 336 Index Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Foreign Countries, Driving in..Emergencies on the Road Belts by......... Brake System Indicator.... Four-way Flashers......Changing a Flat Tire....Exterior, Cleaning the....Front End, Towing by Emergency Charging System Indicator..Wrecker........Checking the Fuses....Fuel..........182 Low Oil Pressure Indicator..
Page 337 Index GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Inflation, Proper Tire ....Heating and Cooling...... Rating)........High Altitude, Starting at....Inside Mirror........GCWR (Gross Combined Weight High-Low Beam Switch ....Inspection,Tire......Rating)........Instrument Panel......2, HomeLink Universal Gearshift Lever Positions..... Instrument Panel Brightness..Transmitter........
Page 338 Index Leaking of Exhaust into Vehicle ... Light Control Switch..... Lights Maintenance........Octane Requirement, Gasoline..Bulb Replacement..... Owner Maintenance Checks..Odometer.......... Indicator........Record........229-230 Odometer, Trip........ Interior........Required Indicator....... Parking.......... Safety........... Change, How to ......Turn Signal........Schedule......224-228 Change, When to....... Load Limits......
Page 339 Index Parking Brake........ Coolant........239 Using Child Seats with Parking Lights........Engine Oil and Filter....Tethers........Parking Over Things that Burn... Fuses...........306 PGM-FI System......Light Bulbs......... Polishing and Waxing....Schedule........Power Radiator Overheating....Spark Plugs......... Door Locks........Radio/CD Sound System....Timing Belt......... Mirrors........
Page 340 Index Safety Labels, Location of....Service Intervals......How the SRS Indicator Service Manual* ......Works........50 Safety Messages........ Seat Belt, Additional Information.. Service Station Procedures ..How Your Airbags Work.... Lap/Shoulder Belt....... Setting the Clock......SRS Components......Seat Belt Maintenance....Shifting the Automatic SRS Service........
Page 341 Index Tools, Tire Changing....Tires..........Air Pressure....... Tachometer........Balancing........Tailgate..........Checking Wear......Opening the........Underside, Cleaning...... Compact Spare......Open Monitor Light....DOT Tire Quality Grading..Unexpected, Taking Care Taillights, Changing Bulbs in..Inflation........of the........... Taking Care of the Unexpected .. Inspection........
Page 342 Index Windshield Cleaning........Warning Beepers Defroster......135, 144 Headlights on....... Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......Key in Ignition......Seat Belts....... 45, Operation........WARNING, Explanation of....ii Rear Windshield Wiper and Warning Labels, Location of..Washer........70 Worn Tires........Warranty Coverages*....Wrecker, Emergency Towing..Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level..
Page 343: Service Information Summary
20.00 US gal (75.7 l , 16.65 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil: Brake Fluid: API Service SJ "Energy Genuine Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid Conserving" oil, SAE 5W-30 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 viscosity (see page 233).

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