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2004 Civic SI 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.
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.
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......................................................................................................................................................
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2004 Civic SI 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: Owner's Identification Form

    The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.

  • Page 4: 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 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51) AIRBAGS (P. 10, 22) GAUGES (P. 57) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 67) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 76) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 112) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 90) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.
  • Page 6 Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 60) (P. 62) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 61) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 62) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P. 105) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 79) ＊ HORN TILT ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.

  • Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Advice for Pregnant Women ..All Children Should Sit in the information about how to protect Additional Safety Precautions . Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Additional Information About Your The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts Seat Belts...

  • Page 9: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety can use the belt properly without a Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this booster (see page Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths. Generally, The recommendations on this page Be Aware of Airbag Hazards the higher the speed, the greater the...
  • Page 10 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 11 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat Seat belts are the single most safety features unless you remain belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and sitting in a proper position and larger children (Infants and smaller...
  • Page 12 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Of course, seat belts cannot against the inside of the vehicle completely protect you in every Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants. crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious increases the chance of serious Keep you from being thrown out...
  • Page 13 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Airbags to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, rollovers, or minor frontal or side collisions.

  • Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Protecting Adults and Teens The rest of this section gives more Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats detailed information about how you After everyone has entered the can maximize your safety. vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked.
  • Page 15 Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Administration and Transport rock it back and forth to make sure Canada recommend that drivers Sitting too close to a front the seat is locked in position. allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious between the center of the steering...
  • Page 16 Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Seat-Backs shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or the belt.
  • Page 17 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their belt is securely latched. Also check effectiveness and you can be that the belt is not twisted, because a seriously injured in a crash.
  • Page 18 Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses RELEASE your neck, or if it crosses your arm BUTTON instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause behind your back.
  • Page 19 Have your Honda dealer check the vehicle is parked and the engine is belt as soon as possible. off.
  • Page 20 Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of When driving, remember to sit Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle.
  • Page 21 Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags, do Two people should never use the between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near same seat belt. If they do, they airbag.

  • Page 22: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Additional Information About Your Seat Belts All seat belts have an emergency Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in positions.
  • Page 23 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the locking The tensioners are designed to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners mechanism, unlatch the buckle, and activate primarily in frontal collisions, let the seat belt fully retract. To and they should activate in any refasten the belt, pull it out only as collision severe enough to cause far as needed.
  • Page 24 Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.

  • Page 25: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Additional Information About Your Airbags A sophisticated electronic system Airbag System Components How Your Front Airbags Work Your Airbag System includes: that continually monitors and records information about the Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint sensors, the control unit, the System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag activators, and driver and airbag is stored in the center of passenger seat belt use when the...
  • Page 26 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and restrains your lower body and torso, deflation is one-tenth of a second, so and the airbag helps protect your fast that most occupants are not head and chest.
  • Page 27 Additional Information About Your Airbags Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this inflation stages that can be ignited feature have two deployment sequentially or simultaneously, thresholds that depend on whether depending on crash severity.
  • Page 28 Additional Information About Your Airbags To get the best protection from the How Your Side Airbags Work side airbags, front seat occupants (On models equipped) should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. The passenger’s side airbag has a cutoff system designed to turn off the passenger’s side airbag if a child’s head is in the airbag’s deployment...
  • Page 29 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any How the SRS Indicator Light Works other time, or does not come on at all, The SRS indicator alerts you should have the system checked Ignoring the SRS indicator light you to a potential problem by your dealer.
  • Page 30 Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in front, this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side airbag...
  • Page 31 If water or another liquid any airbag by yourself. This must soaks into a seat-back, it can be done by a Honda dealer or a prevent the side airbag cutoff knowledgeable body shop. system from working properly. The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem.
  • Page 32 Protecting Children General Guidelines − If you have children, or if you ever need to drive with a child in your Children who are unrestrained vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general or improperly restrained can be guidelines, then presents special seriously injured or killed in a crash.

  • Page 33: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Protecting Children General Guidelines − Children who ride in back are less Infants and small children must be Small Children likely to be injured by striking restrained in an approved child seat Placing a forward-facing child seat in that is properly secured to the interior vehicle parts during a the front seat of a vehicle equipped (see pages...
  • Page 34 Protecting Children General Guidelines − U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors.
  • Page 35 Protecting Children General Guidelines − If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention Your vehicle has three seating Many parents say they prefer to put positions in the back seat where an infant or small child in the front children can be properly restrained.
  • Page 36 Protecting Children General Guidelines − Do not leave children alone in a Additional Safety Precautions Keep vehicle keys and remote Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of reach of your lap. If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most children.

  • Page 37: Protecting Infants

    Protecting Infants Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child Child Seat Type Placing a rear-facing child seat seat can be placed in any seating position in the back seat, but not in in the front seat can result in the front.

  • Page 38: Protecting Small Children

    Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small If it is necessary to put a forward- Protecting Small Children child stay in the child seat as long as facing child seat in the front, move Child Seat Type possible, until the child reaches the the vehicle seat as far to the rear as weight or height limit for the seat.

  • Page 39: Selecting A Child Seat

    Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need Before purchasing a conventional In seating positions and vehicles not to choose between a conventional equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- child seat, or using a previously child seat, or one designed for use compatible child seat can be installed purchased one, we recommend that with the Lower Anchors and Tethers...
  • Page 40 Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, A child seat secured with a seat belt Secure the child in the child seat. and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as Make sure the child is properly there are three main steps in possible.
  • Page 41 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using MARKS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
  • Page 42 Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHORAGE POINT Rigid type Flexible type Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats have Attach the tether strap hook to the seat, and attach the seat to the a flexible-type connection as shown tether anchor, then tighten the lower anchors according to the above.
  • Page 43 Installing a Child Seat In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt the back seating positions, and in the When not using the LATCH system, front passenger seat, have a locking all child seats must be secured to the mechanism that must be activated to vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ secure a child seat.
  • Page 44 Installing a Child Seat To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, then grab the shoulder forward and from side to side to belt all the way out until it stops, part of the belt near the buckle verify that it is firmly secured.
  • Page 45 Installing a Child Seat Since a tether can provide additional Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchorage Point Tether security to the lap/shoulder belt TETHER STRAP HOOK installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.
  • Page 46 Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children Using the Center Anchorage Protecting Larger Children Point When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child age 12 or for a forward-facing child seat, the under to sit in front can result in child should sit in a back seat on a injury or death if the passenger’s booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

  • Page 47: Protecting Larger Children

    Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Checking Seat Belt Fit Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip? If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear...
  • Page 48 Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front use a booster until they reach a seat until the tops of their ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or even with the top of the vehicle’s or Administration and Transport...
  • Page 49 Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt when a child can safely ride in the across the neck.

  • Page 50: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the hatch 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 condition.

  • Page 51: Safety Labels

    U.S. model only U.S. model hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. HOOD On models without Side Airbags Canadian model...

  • Page 52: Instruments And Controls

    Instrument Panel Indicators ..Interior Lights ......... contribute to the daily operation of Gauges ..........Interior Convenience Items ... your Honda. All the essential Odometer/Trip Meter ....Beverage Holders ....... controls are within easy reach. Fuel Gauge ........Glove Box ........

  • Page 53: Control Locations

    Control Locations HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 86) GAUGES (P. 57) (P. 90) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 79) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 67) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 76) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 111) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.

  • Page 54: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Instrument Panel Indicators PARKING BRAKE AND CRUISE CONTROL HIGH BEAM INDICATOR BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P. 53) (P. 53, 179) (P. 54) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR HATCH-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 54) MAINTENANCE (P. 53) REQUIRED ELECTRIC POWER INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR STEERING INDICATOR (P.
  • Page 55 Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Charging System Supplemental Restraint indicators to give you important Indicator System Indicator information about your vehicle. If this indicator comes on when the This indicator comes on when you engine is running, the battery is not turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  • Page 56 Instrument Panel Indicators Parking Brake Malfunction Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running U.S. Canada and Brake Lamp Lights’’ Indicator System See page Canadian model only Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator has two functions: Turn Signal and turn the ignition switch to ON (II) Hazard Warning with the headlight switch off and the It comes on when you turn the...
  • Page 57 Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator Washer Level Indicator Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Canadian model only This indicator normally comes on for LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the a few seconds when you turn the washer fluid level is low. Add washer ignition switch to ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to fluid when you see this indicator...
  • Page 58 Instrument Panel Indicators Electric Power Steering Immobilizer System (EPS) Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on This indicator comes on for a few when you turn the ignition to ON (II) seconds when you turn the ignition and goes off after the engine starts. switch to ON (II).
  • Page 59 Conditions on pages maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) Honda dealer, reset the indicator as after the Maintenance Required follows. Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the Turn off the engine.
  • Page 60 Gauges There are two trip meters: Trip A TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE and Trip B. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances. To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the Select/Reset button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
  • Page 61 Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road.

  • Page 62: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 62) (P. 60) (P. 61) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P. 105) CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES (P. 105) ＊ HORN HAZARD WARNING BUTTON TILT ADJUSTMENT MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 63) (P.

  • Page 63: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Rear Window Wiper and Washer select a position. MIST The wipers run at high − speed until you release the lever. The wipers are not activated. − The wipers operate every −...

  • Page 64: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Turn Signal and Headlights To turn on, push Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal − Push down on the High Beams − left lever to signal a left turn and up the forward until you hear a click. to signal a right turn. To signal a lane The blue high beam indicator will change, push lightly on the lever and light (see page...
  • Page 65 Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger The knob on the instrument panel Push the red button to turn on the The rear window defogger will clear controls the brightness of the instru- hazard warning lights (four-way fog, frost, and thin ice from the flashers).
  • Page 66 Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before See page for important safety starting to drive. information about how to properly position the steering wheel. The defogger wires on the inside of Make any steering wheel adjustment the rear window can be accidentally before you start driving.

  • Page 67: Keys And Locks

    Immobilizer System. They will not (Black) (Gray) have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

  • Page 68: Immobilizer System

    If the indicator If you have lost your key and cannot starts to blink, it means the system start your engine, contact a Honda Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the dealer.

  • Page 69: Ignition Switch

    Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open you turn the key.

  • Page 70: Door Locks

    Door Locks Power Door Locks Hatch LOCK TAB Unlock Unlock Lock Unlock Lock Lock MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Each door has a lock tab on the top. All doors lock when you push down Use your key to lock and unlock the When you push down the lock tab on the lock tab on the driver’s door, or hatch.
  • Page 71 Door Locks HATCH HANDLE HANDLE To open the hatch, pull the handle, To close the hatch, use the hatch then lift up. handle to lower the hatch, then press down on the back edge. Keep the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.

  • Page 72: Remote Transmitter

    If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be PANIC Press this button for reprogrammed by a Honda dealer. − PANIC BUTTON about one second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds.
  • Page 73 Remote Transmitter To replace the battery, move the Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery round cover on the back of the This device complies with Part 15 of the transmitter by turning it FCC rules. Operation is subject to the counterclockwise with a coin.
  • Page 74 Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages − for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle of the backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the the seat cushion’s front edge.
  • Page 75 Seats The head restraints help protect you Head Restraints Rear Seat Access and your passengers from whiplash See page for important safety information and a warning about how to and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them so properly position the head restraints.
  • Page 76 Seats After you return the seat-back to the Folding Rear Seat upright position, push the whole seat The back of the rear seat folds down backwards until it latches. Make to give you more cargo space. Each sure the seat is fully latched before side folds down separately.
  • Page 77 Seats Make sure all items in the cargo area Never drive with the seat-back RELEASE LEVER are secured. Loose items can fly folded down and the hatch open. See forward and cause injury if you have Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page to brake hard.

  • Page 78: Cargo Area Cover

    Cargo Area Cover Cargo Area Cover HOOK NOTCHES The cargo area cover may be To install the cargo area cover, place removed to give you more cargo it in its normal position over the room. cargo area. Then push down on each front corner to snap it in place.

  • Page 79: Power Windows

    Power Windows Your vehicle’s windows are electri- DRIVER’S WINDOW cally-powered. Turn the ignition SWITCH switch to ON (II) to raise or lower Closing a power window on any window. someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Each door has a switch that controls its window.
  • Page 80 Power Windows The master control panel also con- The light in the AUTO switch comes AUTO REVERSE − If the driver’s tains these extra features: on when you turn the ignition switch window runs into any obstacle while to ON (II). it is closing automatically, it will AUTO To open the driver’s...
  • Page 81 Moonroof To open the moonroof, pull the OPEN/CLOSE OPEN/CLOSE switch backward and SWITCH hold it. Release the switch when the Opening or closing the moonroof gets to the desired moonroof on someone’s hands position. or fingers can cause serious injury. To close the moonroof, push the OPEN/CLOSE switch forward and Make sure all hands and fingers...
  • Page 82 Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can’t move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch.
  • Page 83 Mirrors, Parking Brake Power Mirror Heaters Parking Brake NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the PARKING BRAKE LEVER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON rear brakes and axles. To apply the parking brake, pull the Canadian model only The outside mirrors are heated to lever up fully.

  • Page 84: Interior Lights

    Interior Lights The front ceiling light also contains Ceiling Light Cargo Area Light two spotlights, Push the button next The cargo area light comes on when to the light to turn it on and off. you open the hatch. FRONT DOOR ACTIVATED The ceiling light has a three-position switch;...

  • Page 85: Interior Convenience Items

    Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER DRIVER’S POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 86 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Glove Box Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the CONSOLE COMPARTMENT beverage holders. A spilled liquid handle. Close it with a firm push. that is very hot can scald you or your passengers.

  • Page 88: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....systems in your Honda provide a Air Flow Buttons ......comfortable driving environment in Playing the Radio ......all weather conditions. Radio Reception ......Playing a CD ........
  • Page 89 Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON MODE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 90: Air Flow Buttons

    Air Flow Buttons The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to control fan speed heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard. and the air flow. the base of the windshield.
  • Page 91 Vents, Heating, and A/C you can Ventilation Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, The flow-through ventilation system Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the through the interior, then exhausts it coolant temperature gauge (see page...
  • Page 92 Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in windows: combination with the heater, it Select...

  • Page 93: Playing The Radio

    Playing the Radio STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB TUNE KNOB SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 94 Playing the Radio lower frequency. To Play the Radio Preset − Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. SEEK − The SEEK function frequencies on FM.
  • Page 95 Playing the Radio If you are press the AUTO SELECT − To turn off Auto Select, Balance/Fader − These two traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjust the strength of the longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.

  • Page 96: Radio Reception

    Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda’s radio can receive the How well your Honda’s radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance cies: from the station’s transmitter,...
  • Page 97 Radio Reception 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 atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.

  • Page 98: Playing A Cd

    Playing a CD REPEAT INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON CD BUTTON CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB RANDOM INDICATOR SEEK/SKIP BAR SCAN/REPEAT BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 99 Playing a CD, CD Changer the CD will stay in the drive. When To Play a CD button. You will see RPT in the With the ignition in the display. Press the RPT button again you turn the system back on, the CD ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, to turn it off.

  • Page 100: Protecting Your Cds

    Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use. and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct When recording a CD-R, the sunlight and extreme heat.

  • Page 101: Cd Player Error Messages

    If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. your vehicle to a Honda dealer. FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.

  • Page 102: Cd Changer Error Messages

    If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button and pull it out, your vehicle to a Honda dealer. check for an error message, and insert the FOCUS Error magazine again.
  • Page 103 Playing a Tape TAPE BUTTON FAST REPEAT INDICATOR FORWARD BUTTON REWIND BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR POWER/VOLUME KNOB PLAY/PROGRAM REPEAT BUTTON BUTTON SKIP BAR NR BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 104 Playing a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on ＊ To Play a Tape To switch to the radio or CD player when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the Optional on all models The ignition switch must be in indicator will light in the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button.
  • Page 105 If a tape is exposed of a selection. cleaning kit. Your Honda dealer has to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a a cleaning kit available. moderate temperature before inserting it into the player.

  • Page 106: Radio Theft Protection

    Radio Theft Protection If your vehicle’s battery is discon- If the code card is lost, a Honda Your vehicle’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, the audio dealer can access your code with from electrical power for any reason.

  • Page 107: Setting The Clock

    Setting the Clock hour. CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) BUTTON For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:52 will reset to 2:00 R BUTTON H BUTTON M BUTTON If your vehicle’s battery is finished, press the CLOCK button disconnected or goes dead, you will again.

  • Page 108: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CANCEL BUTTON accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.
  • Page 109 Cruise Control 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 You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: going down a hill, use the brakes to Press and hold the SET/decel...
  • Page 110 Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned When you push the CANCEL Cancelling the Cruise Control on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal to speed up for passing. After any of these ways: pedal, the system remembers the completing the pass, take your foot...

  • Page 112: Before Driving

    Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Fuel Recommendations ....use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fueling ........
  • Page 113 Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation come on. If this happens, contact Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Honda is designed to operate your authorized Honda dealer for reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump service.
  • Page 114 Service Station Procedures Fueling Gasoline is highly flammable ATTACHMENT Pull and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep SLIT heat, sparks, and flames away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. FUEL FILL CAP Park with the driver’s side closest Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.
  • Page 115 Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening the Hood until it clicks at least three times. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE If you do not properly tighten the LATCH cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
  • Page 116 Service Station Procedures Closing the Hood Oil Check GRIP DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK CLIP SUPPORT ROD Lift it up slightly to remove the Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again and support rod from the hole. Put the engine off before you check the oil.
  • Page 117 Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Always drive in the highest gear Checks on page for information possible. on checking other items in your Honda. Before Driving...

  • Page 118: Accessories And Modifications

    Accessories Be sure electronic accessories do or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
  • Page 119 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Honda dealer. could cause the airbags to deploy. Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

  • Page 120: Carrying Cargo

    Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient DOOR POCKET DRIVER’S POCKET storage areas: Glove box Front door pocket Console compartment Cargo area However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
  • Page 121 Carrying Cargo Subtract the combined weight of Load Limits The maximum load limit for your the driver and passengers from vehicle is 850 lbs (395 kg). This 850 lbs (395 kg). Overloading or improper figure includes total weight of all loading can affect handling and occupants, cargo, accessories.
  • Page 122 Carrying Cargo If you carry large items that Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the prevent you from closing the Store or secure all items that could floor of the cargo area, placing the hatch, exhaust gas can enter the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and...

  • Page 124: 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 5-speed Manual Transmission ..5-speed manual transmission. It also Parking ........... includes important information on Towing a Trailer ......

  • Page 125: Preparing To Drive

    Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check and adjustments every day before page the gauges and indicator lights in the you drive your vehicle. instrument panel (see page Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see...

  • Page 126: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press NOTICE: The engine is harder to start the accelerator pedal all the way in cold weather. Also, the thinner air In cold weather, turn off all down and hold it there while f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet electrical accessories to reduce...

  • Page 127: Speed Manual Transmission

    5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
  • Page 128 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly. This will give you good speed will enter into the tachometer’s fuel economy and effective red zone.
  • Page 129 Parking, Towing a Trailer Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Towing a Trailer you park your vehicle. Make sure the front wheels away from the Your vehicle is not designed to tow a the parking brake is set firmly or curb, and put the transmission in trailer.

  • Page 130: Braking System

    Braking System Your Honda is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you assist helps reduce the effort needed...
  • Page 131 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ABS does not reduce the time or helps prevent the brakes from distance it takes to stop the locking up and helps you retain It only helps with steering vehicle;...

  • Page 132: Maintenance

    If you have the skills and tools to per- Cleaning the Seat Belts ....form more complex maintenance Floor Mats ........tasks on your Honda, you may want Wiper Blades ......... to purchase the Service Manual. See Tires ..........page...

  • Page 133: Maintenance Safety

    All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless Honda technician or qualified instructed to do so. mechanic. Improperly maintaining this Important Safety Precautions...

  • Page 134: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving with a roof rack, or driving you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the in mountainous conditions. transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of their possessions.
  • Page 135 − Check the tire pressure services be performed at the monthly. Examine the tread for We recommend the use of Honda recommended time or mileage wear and foreign objects. See page parts and fluids whenever you have period to ensure long-term reliability.
  • Page 136 Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Normal Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if the severe driving km x 1,000 conditions specified in the Severe Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Conditions Maintenance Schedule on Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month...
  • Page 137 Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Severe Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if you drive your vehicle km x 1,000 MAINLY under one or more of the Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop following conditions: Check tires...
  • Page 138 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 ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 139 Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 85,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 125,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 136,000 km 200,000 km Date Date 90,000 mi mi/km 130,000 mi mi/km 144,000 km 208,000 km Date Date 95,000 mi mi/km 135,000 mi mi/km...

  • Page 140: Fluid Locations

    Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...

  • Page 141: Adding Engine Oil

    5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make Certification Seal. This seal indicates...
  • Page 142 Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from Engine Oil Additives underneath the vehicle. The vehicle Your Honda does not require any oil should be raised on a service station- OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service.

  • Page 143: Changing The Oil And Filter

    (available from your seconds. If it does not, turn off the recycling center. Do not discard it in a Honda dealer) is required. engine and check your work. trash bin or dump it on the ground. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it.

  • Page 144: Engine Coolant

    Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant available, you may use another empty, you should also check the major-brand non-silicate coolant as a coolant level in the radiator. temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
  • Page 145 Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add Check the fluid level in the RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low. windshield washer reservoir at least Pour the coolant slowly and monthly during normal use.

  • Page 146: Transmission Fluid

    Transmission Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you Correct level may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a temporary replacement. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continued use can cause stiffer shifting.
  • Page 147 If it is not, add the brake system flushed and refilled below the MIN mark, your brake with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid system needs attention. Have the brake fluid to bring it up to that level.
  • Page 148 If you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, readjustment may be required. Adjustments should be performed by a Honda dealer or other qualified mechanic. Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your vehicle has halogen headlight bulb.
  • Page 149 Lights Remove the bulb by turning it one- Replacing a Front Turn Signal HOLDING CLIP quarter turn counterclockwise. Bulb If you are changing the bulb on Insert the new bulb into the hole the driver’s side, start the engine, and turn it one-quarter turn clock- turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off the wise to lock it in place.
  • Page 150 Lights Insert the socket back into the Replacing a Side Marker Bulb headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the inner fender cover in place. SOCKET Install the holding clip.
  • Page 151 Lights Turn the socket one-quarter turn Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Front Parking Light counterclockwise to remove it Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight from the lens. into the socket until it bottoms. SOCKET Pull the bulb straight out of its Insert the socket back into the socket.
  • Page 152 Lights Remove the socket for that bulb Replacing Rear Bulbs by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and SOCKET turning the bulb counterclockwise until it unlocks. Install the new bulb in the socket. Reinstall the socket in the taillight assembly and turn it clockwise to COVER...
  • Page 153 Lights Replacing the High-mount Brake BULB HOLDER Light Bulb Open the hatch. Put your fingers between the Remove the bulb holder from the interior trim and the hatch glass light assembly by pushing the tabs on either side of the high-mount on both sides and pulling the bulb brake light.
  • Page 154 Lights Push the bulb holder into the light Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb assembly until it locks in place. socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Test the lights to make sure the SOCKET new bulb is working.
  • Page 155 Lights Turn on the parking lights and Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb check that the new bulb is working. Put the lens back on the bulb holder and push it until it latches. BULB Slide the right side of the light assembly into the hole.
  • Page 156 Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchor. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat.

  • Page 157: 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 LOCK TAB hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 158 Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE holder until the tabs lock. BLADE Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield. REINFORCEMENT Remove the blade from its holder Examine the new wiper blades.
  • Page 159 Wiper Blades BLADE REINFORCEMENT To replace a rear wiper blade: Examine the new wiper blade. If it Insert both ends of the blade into has no plastic or metal the holder. Make sure they are Raise the wiper arm off the rear reinforcement along the back secure.
  • Page 160 Tires Tires Inflation Recommended Tire Pressures for To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated Normal Driving tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of The following chart shows the size, in good condition with adequate handling, tread life, and riding recommended cold tire pressures for tread, and correctly inflated.
  • Page 161 Tires Tire pressure for high speed For additional technical information, Check the pressure in the tires when driving is the same as for normal see page they are cold. This means the vehicle driving. has been parked for at least three Use a gauge to measure the air hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 For convenience, the recommended...
  • Page 162 (1.6 mm) of tread left on the tire. A damage your vehicle’s aluminum can see fabric or cord. tire that is this worn gives very little wheels. Use only Honda wheels weights traction on wet roads. You should f or balancing. Excessive tread wear.
  • Page 163 Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires Replace your tires with radial tires of Front Front the same size, load range, speed Installing improper tires on your rating and maximum cold tire vehicle can affect handling and pressure rating (as shown on the stability.
  • Page 164 DOT tire quality Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the grading information, and page Because your Honda has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can for tire size explanation. clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ damage your vehicle’s brake lines, cable-type traction devices, with suspension, body, and wheels.

  • Page 165: Checking The Battery

    The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal If additional battery maintenance is operation. needed, see your Honda dealer or a Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the monthly by looking at the test battery to explode with enough indicator window.

  • Page 166: Vehicle Storage

    Support the front and rear wiper If you store your vehicle for 12 completely. blade arms with a folded towel or months or longer, have your Honda rag so they do not touch the dealer perform the inspections called Clean the interior. Make sure the windshield.

  • Page 168: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........

  • Page 169: Compact Spare Tire

    Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
  • Page 170 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE CARGO AREA FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
  • Page 171 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB WHEEL JACKING POINT WRENCH EXTENSION Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and wheel Before mounting the spare tire, point. Turn the end bracket wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting clockwise until the top of the jack vehicle until the flat tire is off the surface of the wheel and hub with...
  • Page 172 Changing a Flat Tire CENTER CAP Lower the vehicle to the ground Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Remove the center cap before and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have storing the flat tire in the spare the wheel nut torque checked at tire well.
  • Page 173 Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tool kit back in Store the center cap in the spare WING BOLT the spare tire. tire well. Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged. Lower the cargo area floor, then Loose items can fly around the close the hatch.
  • Page 174 If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to START Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending (III). If the headlights do not dim, Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
  • Page 175 If the Engine Won’t Start Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the warning light may not need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster be working.

  • Page 176: Jump Starting

    Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple Open the hood, and check the procedure, you should take several physical condition of the battery. precautions. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.
  • Page 177 Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start the vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The pointer of the vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in Steam and spray from an metal-to-metal contact.

  • Page 178: If The Engine Overheats

    If the Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. If you do not see steam or spray, Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Put the transmission in Neutral, leave the engine running, and such as a split radiator hose. and set the parking brake.
  • Page 179 If the Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or large heavy cloth, Put the radiator cap back on reserve tank, you may need to add turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and watch coolant to the radiator.
  • Page 180 Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.

  • Page 181: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator remains on, or the If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one fuel cap was not loose or missing, disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions have your vehicle checked by the codes are erased.

  • Page 182: Brake System Indicator

    Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not U.S. The brake system indicator normally comes on when feel normal, you should take you turn the ignition switch immediate action. A problem in one to ON (II), and as a part of the system’s dual circuit Canada reminder to check the...

  • Page 183: Closing The Moonroof

    Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close ROUND PLUG SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: Front Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
  • Page 184 Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE BLOWN The vehicle’s fuses are located in Checking and Replacing Fuses Turn the ignition switch to LOCK two fuse boxes. The interior fuse If something electrical in your (0). Make sure the headlights and box is located underneath the vehicle stops working, check for a all other accessories are off.
  • Page 185 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem in your vehicle.

  • Page 186: Fuse Locations

    Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected Condenser Fan Small Light 7.5A Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU Horn, Stop ABS (F/S) Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right Headlight Main Fuse EPS Main Fuse Battery...
  • Page 187 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5A (7.5A) Daytime Running Lights ＊ Power Mirror Not Used − (20A) Heated Seat ＊ Fuel Pump Accessory Power Socket 7.5A Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper Not Used − Front Passenger’s Power No.

  • Page 188: Emergency Towing

    50 miles (80 km), and keep the truck. speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). This is the best way to trans- port your Honda. If your vehicle is equipped with a The tow front spoiler, remove it before Wheel-lift Equipment −...

  • Page 190: Technical Information

    ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ...... System ........

  • Page 191: 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 192 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...

  • Page 193: Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 164.2 in (4,170 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 67.1 in (1,705 mm) 13.2 US gal (50 ) ＊ Height 54.1 in (1,375 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 101.2 in (2,570 mm) coolant Manual 1.32 US gal (5.0 ) Track Front 57.9 in (1,470 mm)
  • Page 194 Specifications Air Conditioning Alignment Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) Charge quantity 16.9 18.6 oz (500 550 g) − − Rear 0.08 in (2.0 mm) Lubricant type SP-10 Camber Front 0° Rear − 45° Lights Caster Front 1°33’...
  • Page 195 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction − AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 196 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling Temperature − A, B, C separately or in combination, can − Tire construction code (R The temperature grades are A (the cause heat buildup and possible tire indicates radial). highest), B, and C, representing the failure.

  • Page 197: Emissions Controls

    ‘‘smog.’’ the engine is started and warmed up, ＊ Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the vapor is drawn into the engine bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian Motor Vehicle and burned during driving.
  • Page 198 HC, CO, and how much air is going into the Honda replacement parts or their NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The engine. It then controls how much equivalent for repairs. Using lower...

  • Page 199: 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 200: State Emissions Testing

    State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 201 If readiness codes are still not set, see you cannot do this for a your Honda dealer. continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).

  • Page 202: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)

    Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...

  • Page 203: Customer Service Information

    Customer Relations Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4318 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009...

  • Page 204: Warranty Coverages

    Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty − Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty − warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
  • Page 205 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

  • Page 206: 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 publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...

  • Page 207: Authorized Manuals

    Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.

  • Page 208: Index

    Index Maintenance ......How Your Front Airbags Work ......... Specifications ......Accessories and Modifications . Airbag System Components ..Before Driving ......Accessories ........Belts, Seat ........8, 19 Additives, Engine Oil ....Additional Safety Precautions . Adjustments Beverage Holders ......
  • Page 209 Index Bulb Replacement CD Changer ........LATCH ......... Back-up Lights ......CD Changer Error Message ..Risks with Airbags ...... Stop Light ........CD Error Message ......Small Children ......Front Parking Lights ....CD Player ......... Tethers ......... Front Side Marker Lights ..
  • Page 210 Index Driver and Passenger Safety ... Oil Pressure Indicator ..Driving ........... Oil, What Kind to Use ....DANGER, Explanation of ....Economy ........Overheating ....... Dashboard ........2, Specifications ......Daytime Running Lights ....Engine Speed Limiter ....Daytime Running Lights Evaporative Emissions Controls .
  • Page 211 Index Reminder Beeper ......Fluids Gasoline ......... Brake .......... Fuel Reserve Indicator ....Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..Clutch ......... Gauge ........... Turning on ........Manual Transmission ....Head Restraints ......Octane Requirement ....Windshield Washer ....Tank, Filling the ......Heating and Cooling .......
  • Page 212 Index Indicators Introduction ........Locks ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) ....Anti-theft Steering Column ..Brake (Parking and Brake Fuel Fill Door ......System) ......53, Hatch ..........Brake Lamp ........53 Jacking up the Vehicle ....Low Coolant Level ......
  • Page 213 Index New Vehicle Break-in ....Panel Brightness Control ....Radiator Overheating ....Normal Shift Speeds ..... Parking ........... Radio/Cassette Sound System ..NOTICE, Explanation of ....Parking Brake ......... Rear End Towing ......Numbers, Identification ....Parking Brake and Brake Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .
  • Page 214 Index Restraint, Child ....... Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . How the Side Airbag Rotation, Tire ........ Seats, Adjusting the ......Off Indicator Works ....Serial Number ....... How the SRS Indicator Service Intervals ....133-134 Works ........＊ Service Manual ......
  • Page 215 Index Tire Information ......Supplemental Restraint System ........ . 10, Tires ..........Servicing ........Air Pressure ......Unexpected, Taking Care Checking Wear ......SRS Indicator ......26, of the .......... System Components ....Compact Spare ......Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..
  • Page 216 Index Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ..Indicator ........Operation ........Wheels Adjusting the Steering ....Alignment and Balance .... Compact Spare ......Wrench ........Windows Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Defroster ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........Worn Tires ........

  • Page 219: Service Information Summary

    1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Oil change capacity (including Brake Fluid: filter): Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page...

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