Honda Element 2004 Owner's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Honda Manuals
  4. Automobile
  5. Element 2004
  6. Owner's manual

Honda Element 2004 Owner's Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Main Menu
A
Accessories and Modifications .
Accessories
................................
............................
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
Position)
.......................................
Additives, Engine Oil
....................
Airbag (SRS)
.............................
Usage
............................................
Air Outlets (Vents)
.........................
Air Pressure, Tires
.......................
Normal Driving
.........................
Antifreeze
......................................
Indicator
...............................
Operation
...................................
Anti-theft, Audio System
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock
Armrests, Front Seat
......................
Audio System
..................................
Automatic Speed Control
WWW.MANUALS.WS
Capacity, Fluid
...
115
Checking Fluid Level
.
115
.
116
Shift Lever Position Indicator .
Shift Lever Positions
. 69
..............
. 87
.
157
.
10,
22
B
................
. 91
. 91
Battery
. 92
.
172
Indicator
.
173
Jump Starting
.
160
Maintenance
.
55,
134
Before Driving
.
133
Belts, Seat
..............
.
104
.
. 69
Body Panels
Booster Seats................................
.
74
.
94
Brakes
...
20
Anti-lock System (ABS)
.............
.
107
Break-in, New Linings
WWW.MANUALS.WS
Bulb Replacement
..............
.
127
..........................
.
204
...............
.
162
.......................................
.
127
.
127
................
.
127
....................
.
130
......................
.
106
...........................
.
54,
192
............................
.
188
..............................
.
177
............................
.
205
..............................
.
109
....................................
. 8, 19
...........................
.
...................................
.
165
...........
.
133
.............
.
110
....................
.
166
Fluid
...........................................
.........................................
System Indicator
Wear Indicators
.............................
Break-in, New Vehicle
Brightness Control, Instruments
Brights, Headlights
Bulb Replacement
Back-up Lights
..........................
Brake Lights
..............................
Front Parking Lights
Front Side Marker Lights
Headlights
.................................
............................
Turn Signal Lights
Bulbs, Halogen
..............................
C
87
............................
45
Cargo
..............................................
Cargo,
how to carry

Index

.
164
.
83
.................
.
54, 194
........................
.
133
.
132
.................
.
110
..
. 63
........................
.
62
.
169
.
169
................
.
167
........
.
168
.
166
.
205
....................
.
167
.
166
.
204
.............
. 48
.
117
........................
.
117
CONTINUED
I

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Honda Element 2004

Summary of Contents for Honda Element 2004

  • Page 1 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Automatic Transmission ....Fluid ........... Capacity, Fluid ......Parking ......... Accessories and Modifications . Checking Fluid Level ....System Indicator ....54, 194 Accessories ........ Shifting ........Wear Indicators ......Modifications ......Shift Lever Position Indicator . Braking System ......
  • Page 2 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index CAUTION, Explanation of ....Where Should Child Sit? .... Daytime Running Lights CD Care ......... Cleaning the Body Panels .... Indicator ........56 CD Changer ........Clock ..........Dead Battery ......... CD Error Message ....... Clock, Setting the ......
  • Page 3 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Overheating ....... Clutch ......... Specifications ......Manual Transmission ....Economy, Fuel ......Starting ........Power Steering ......Emergencies ........Ethanol in Gasoline ...... Windshield Washer ....Jump Starting ......Evaporative Emissions Controls . FM Stereo Radio Brake System Indicator ...
  • Page 4 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Gasoline ......... Turning on ........62 Key (Immobilizer System) ..Fuel Reserve Indicator ....Head Restraints ....... 75 Low Fuel ........56 Gauge ........... Heating and Cooling ......90 Low Oil Pressure ......
  • Page 5 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Jump Starting ........ Low Fuel Indicator ......NOTICE, Explanation of ....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . Numbers, Identification ....Lower Anchors ........ . 39 Lubricant Specifications Chart . Keys ..........Luggage, ....Storing (Cargo) Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Odometer .........
  • Page 6 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ..........21 Panel Brightness Control ....Radiator Overheating ....Reserve Tank, Engine Park Gear Position ......Radio/CD Sound System ....94 Coolant ....... 113, Parking ........... Readiness Codes ......
  • Page 7 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Automatic Seat Belt Spare Tyre ........Supplemental Restraint Tensioners ....... Inflating ........System ........ Cleaning ........Specifications Charts ....Servicing ........Lap/Shoulder Belt ....Speed Control ........ SRS Indicator ......Maintenance ........ SRS, Additional Information ...
  • Page 8 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Time, Setting the ......Transmission Vehicle Storage ......Tire Chains ........Checking Fluid Level, Ventilation ........Tire, How to Change a Flat ..Automatic ................Tire Information ......Checking Fluid Level, Viscosity, Oil ........Tires ..........
  • Page 9 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Index Operation ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..＊ : U.S. and Canada only WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 10 2004 Element Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. WWW.MANUALS.WS 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......................... Important Handling Information.....................
  • Page 11 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.53) POWER DOOR MIRROR CONTROLS (P.82) LOCK SWITCH GAUGES (P.58) (P.70) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.90) SWITCHES (P.81) PARKING BRAKE (P.83) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.112) WWW.MANUALS.WS A/T model is shown.

  • Page 12: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS AUDIO SYSTEM (P.62) (P.61) (P.94) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.105) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.63) SHIFT LEVER (P.127) HAZARD WARNING ＊ BUTTON HORN (P.63) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.107) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT (P.64) A/T model is shown.
  • Page 13 Main Menu WWW.MANUALS.WS WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 14 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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.
  • Page 15 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (10) 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 16 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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.
  • Page 17 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 and against other occupants. crash. But in most cases, seat belts Not wearing a seat belt properly can reduce your risk of serious increases the chance of serious...
  • Page 18 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need 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 19 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The rest of this section gives more After everyone has entered the detailed information about how you vehicle, be sure the doors are closed can maximize your safety.
  • Page 20 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 the seat is locked into position. See Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) page...
  • Page 21 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the 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 22 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their belt is securely latched.
  • Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses RELEASE BUTTONS your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash.
  • Page 24 Have your Honda dealer check the off. belt as soon as possible. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash.
  • Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured by back as possible while allowing full striking interior parts of the vehicle,...

  • Page 26: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on seat Do not attach or place objects on Devices intended to improve Objects on Never let passengers ride in the belts. the front airbag covers.
  • Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, shoulder belts in all four seating your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in...
  • Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to activate primarily in frontal collisions, and they should activate in any collision severe enough to cause front-airbag inflation. However, the tensioners can be activated during a collision in which the front airbags do not deploy.
  • Page 29 For information on how to clean your Honda provides a lifetime warranty seat belts, see page on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.
  • Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components A sophisticated electronic system 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.
  • Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 32: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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...
  • Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work Only one airbag will deploy during a If the side airbag off indicator comes Optional on EX models side impact. If the impact is on the on, have the passenger sit upright.
  • Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works If the indicator comes on at any The SRS indicator alerts other time, or does not come on at all, you to a potential problem you should have the system checked Ignoring the SRS indicator can with your front airbags, side airbags,...
  • Page 35 Although Honda does not encourage any airbag by yourself. This must children to ride in front, this system be done by a Honda dealer or a is designed to shut off the side knowledgeable body shop. airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side airbag...
  • Page 36 Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting a restrained in an approved child seat Together, airbags and Improperly airbags. Honda dealer. that is properly secured to the seat belts provide the best replacing or covering front seat- (see pages vehicle −...
  • Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Children General Guidelines − All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.
  • Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Children General Guidelines − All Children Should Sit in the The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Back Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
  • Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 40 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Children General Guidelines − If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on Your vehicle has two seating Many parents say they prefer to put your lap.
  • Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Children General Guidelines − Do not leave children alone in a Lock all doors and the hatch when vehicle. Leaving children without your vehicle is not in use. Children adult supervision is illegal in most who play in vehicles can states and Canadian provinces, accidentally get trapped inside the...
  • Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants An infant must be properly Two types of seats may be used: a restrained in a rear-facing, reclining seat designed exclusively for infants, child seat until the child reaches the or a convertible seat used in the rear- seat maker’s weight or height limit facing, reclining mode.
  • Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Infants and Small Children When properly installed, a rear- Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child facing child seat may prevent the seat can be placed in any seating driver or a front passenger from position in the back seat, but not in moving the seat as far back as the front seat.
  • Page 44 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children Of the different seats available, we If it is necessary to put a forward- recommend those that have a five- facing child seat in the front, move point harness system as shown.
  • Page 45 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need We also recommend selecting a The child seat should fit the to choose between a conventional LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, vehicle seating position (or child seat, or one designed for use rather than a flexible, anchor (see positions) where it will be used.
  • Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 47 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using LATCH MARKS Rigid type ANCHOR COVER Your vehicle is equipped with To install a LATCH-compatible child Place the child seat on the vehicle LATCH (Lower Anchors and seat: seat, and attach the seat to the Tethers for Children) at the rear...
  • Page 48 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Installing a Child Seat TETHER ANCHOR ANCHOR COVER Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats have Remove the head restraint (see Slide the anchor cover open. a flexible-type connection as shown page ). Make sure the removed above.
  • Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ TETHER ANCHOR Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
  • Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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, 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...
  • Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether TETHER ANCHOR TETHER ANCHOR ANCHOR POINTS ANCHOR COVER TETHER STRAP HOOK A child seat with a tether can be After securing the child seat in the Slide the anchor cover open, then installed in either seating position in desired position (see page...
  • Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a larger child age 12 or child should sit in a back seat on a under to sit in front can result in booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit Does the shoulder belt cross 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?
  • Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And use a booster until they reach a Front while age may be one indicator of given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in the...
  • Page 55 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt This could result in across the neck. Carefully read the owner’s manual, serious neck injuries during a crash.
  • Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate/hatch open, air carbon monoxide gas. You should flow can pull exhaust gas into your have no problem with carbon vehicle’s interior and create a Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

  • Page 57: Safety Labels

    They warn you of potential U.S. models 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. Canadian models DASHBOARD U.S. models only U.S.
  • Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Safety Labels HOOD On models with side airbags On models without side airbags On models with side airbags RADIATOR CAP WWW.MANUALS.WS Driver and Passenger Safety...
  • Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Control Locations AUDIO SYSTEM POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH MIRROR CONTROLS (P.82) (P.94) (P.70) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.81) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.90) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.112) PARKING BRAKE (P.83) WWW.MANUALS.WS A/T model is shown. Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 60: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument Panel MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP SEAT BELT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.54, 193) REMINDER (P.56) (P.56) INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT (P.54) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.55) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.54, 192) TAILGATE AND HATCH OPEN INDICATOR (P.57) PARKING BRAKE AND...
  • Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument Panel The instrument panel has many U.S. Canada Parking Brake and Seat Belt Reminder indicators that give you important Brake System Indicator information about your vehicle. Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator has two functions: turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  • Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument Panel Supplemental Restraint Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System System Indicator (ABS) Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on for a few EX models only turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If This indicator normally comes on for seconds when you turn the ignition it comes on at any other time, it...
  • Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument Panel ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Lights’’ Indicator Turn Signal and Hazard Warning This comes on with the high beam Canadian models only Indicators This indicator comes on when you headlights. See page The left or right turn signal indicator turn the ignition switch to ON (II) information on the headlight...
  • Page 64 Add washer fluid scheduled maintenance. Honda dealer, reset the indicator as when you see this light come on (see Refer to the Maintenance Schedules follows.
  • Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Gauges Odometer TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE This shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in the Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to SELECT/RESET disconnect, reset, or alter the...
  • Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 67: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS SHIFT LEVER (A/T) (P.62) (P.61) (P.127) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.63) ＊ HORN CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.107) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.64) (P.63) A/T model is shown.
  • Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Wipers and Washers Windshield Wiper 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.
  • Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the High Beams To turn on, push − − left lever to signal a left turn and up the lever forward until you hear a to signal a right turn.
  • Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Push the knob in the speedometer Push the button next to the shift The rear window defogger will clear repeatedly to adjust the brightness lever to turn on the hazard warning fog, frost, and thin ice from the...
  • Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Make sure the rear window is clear Push the lever up to lock the and you have good visibility before steering wheel in that position. starting to drive. Make sure you have securely The defogger wires on the inside of locked the steering wheel in place...
  • Page 72 Do not try to take them apart. parking facility. You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only WWW.MANUALS.WS Honda-approved key blanks. Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 73 If you have lost your key and cannot seconds, then go out. If the indicator 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 74: Remote Transmitter

    Press this button for replacement needs to be PANIC − about one second to attract attention; reprogrammed by a Honda dealer. PANIC BUTTON the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any...
  • Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter To replace the battery, remove the 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.

  • Page 76: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Ignition Switch LOCK (0) You can insert or START (III) Use this position − − remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To turn the key, the shift lever must returns to ON (II) when you let go of be in Park, and you must push the the key.
  • Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Door Locks Power Door Locks To lock the driver’s door, remove the Rear Doors key from the ignition switch, pull the DOOR LOCK SWITCH outside door handle and push the lock tab down or push the door lock switch down.

  • Page 78: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Door Locks Hatch Lock the hatch by pushing down the lock tab on the driver’s door (see page ), or by using the master key in the driver’s door lock. LOCK Lock or unlock the hatch with the master door lock switch.
  • Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Door Locks See page for information on Tailgate See page for information on cargo loading. Keep the hatch closed cargo loading. Keep the tailgate and at all times while driving to avoid the hatch closed at all times while damaging the hatch, and to prevent driving to avoid damaging them, and exhaust gas from getting into the...
  • Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Seat Adjustments Front Seat See pages for important safety − information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the front or rear seat To change the angle of the seat-back, forward and backward, pull up on the pull up on the lever on the outside of...
  • Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Front Seat Armrests Rear Seat SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP To adjust the height of the driver’s To change the angle of the rear seat- On EX models seat, turn the dial on the outside of Each front seat has an armrest on back, pull the strap at the inside the seat bottom.
  • Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Head Restraints The head restraints adjust for height. Rear Seat Access See page for important safety To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button information and a warning about how to RELEASE LEVER sideways and push the restraint properly position the head restraints.
  • Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Reclining the Front Seats Adjust the front seats forward as far as they will go. Pull up the seat- back angle adjustment lever and pivot the seat-back backward until it is level with the rear seat cushion.
  • Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Folding the Rear Seats To create more cargo space, you can SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT STRAP RELEASE STRAP fold up each rear seat to each side wall separately. Lower the head restraint to its lowest position. Pull the seat-back adjustment Pull the release strap on the seat strap at the inside edge of the seat...
  • Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Reverse this procedure to return the GRAB RAIL SEAT SUPPORT rear seat to the upright position. When not in use, store the fastening strap hook in the fabric pocket on the bottom of the seat cushion. Make sure the seat is locked securely.
  • Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Removing the Rear Seats LOCK LEVER STEEL HANDLE RELEASE STRAP COVER Both seats can be removed to give Remove the cover between the Push the lock lever forward to more cargo capacity. To remove a seat cushion and the side wall by unlock the seat.
  • Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Seats Reverse this procedure to reinstall the seat. Make sure the seat is STEEL HANDLE securely locked. Always remove an unsecured seat from the vehicle before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could be thrown about and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.
  • Page 88 If the power windows do not operate themselves by operating the properly after resetting, have your WWW.MANUALS.WS passenger’s window unintentionally. vehicle checked by a Honda dealer. Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the If equipped adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down. SELECTOR SWITCH When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position.
  • Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Rear Windows, Parking Brake, Skylight Rear Windows Parking Brake Skylight PARKING BRAKE LEVER To open a rear window, pull the lever To apply the parking brake, pull the On 4WD models only towards you, then push it out until it lever up fully.
  • Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Skylight If you try to tilt up the skylight in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage it. Bef ore lif ting the skylight, make sure the roof of the vehicle is dry.
  • Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Skylight An unsecured skylight can be thrown about and cause serious injury in a sudden stop or crash. Make sure to store the skylight in its bag, and secure the bag to the hooks on the cargo area floor.
  • Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Interior Convenience Items CARGO AREA CARGO AREA COIN TRAY ＊ CEILING POCKET SIDE POCKET ＊ VANITY MIRROR DOOR POCKETS ＊ RADIO POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX ＊ BEVERAGE HOLDERS CENTER LOWER POCKET ＊ SEAT-BACK POCKET WWW.MANUALS.WS ＊...
  • Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders These sockets are intended to supply Glove Box Be careful when you are using the power for 12 volt DC accessories Open the glove box by pulling the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that are rated 120 watts or less (10 bottom of the handle.
  • Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Interior Lights Ceiling Light Cargo Area Light Spotlights The cargo area light has a three- On EX models position switch. In the center Turn on the spotlight by pushing the position, the light comes on when lens.
  • Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Vents, Heating, and A/C FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL DEFROST POSITION RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (A/C) BUTTON BUTTON MAX A/C POSITION WWW.MANUALS.WS Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 97: Air Flow Buttons

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Air Flow Buttons Fan Control Dial The outside air intakes for the If equipped Turn this dial clockwise to increase heating and cooling system are at fan speed and increase the airflow. the base of the windshield. Keep this The system automatically area clear of leaves and other debris.
  • Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Vents, Heating, and A/C Air flows from the defroster Using the Heater Make sure the temperature vents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant to control dial is all the way to the left. warm the air.
  • Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in Select . The system combination with the heater, it automatically switches to Fresh makes the interior warm and dry.
  • Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Playing the Radio U.S. LX and Canadian DX Models EX Models PWR/VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR FM BUTTON AM BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR PWR/VOL TUNE KNOB KNOB SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS...
  • Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Playing the Radio To Play the Radio TUNE Use the TUNE knob to plays a station you want to listen to, − The ignition switch must be in tune the radio to a desired frequency. press the SCAN button again.
  • Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are To turn off Auto Select, press the 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 103 Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 104 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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...
  • Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Playing a CD U.S. LX and Canadian DX Models EX Models EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT RANDOM INDICATOR CD BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR PWR/VOL RANDOM INDICATOR KNOB RANDOM BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB...
  • Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Playing a CD To Play a CD a track, press and release the RPT is playing, either with the PWR/VOL With the ignition in the button. You will see RPT in the knob or by turning off the ignition, ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, display.
  • Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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.

  • Page 108: Cd Player Error Messages

    If you cannot clear the error Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. message, take the vehicle to a Honda FOCUS Error Check if the CD is inserted correctly in the CD dealer.
  • Page 109 If you cannot clear the error Press the magazine eject button and pull out message, take the vehicle to a Honda the magazine, check for error indication. Insert dealer. FOCUS Error the magazine again.
  • Page 110 WWW.MANUALS.WS Radio Theft Protection On EX models If your vehicle’s battery is discon- If the code card is lost, a Honda Your vehicle’s audio system will nected or goes dead, the audio dealer can access your code with disable itself if it is disconnected system will disable itself.
  • Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Setting the Clock If your vehicle’s battery is On EX models disconnected or goes dead, you will TIME DISPLAY CLOCK need to set the clock. BUTTON TIME DISPLAY CLOCK BUTTON U.S. LX and Canadian DX models To set the hour, press the H button while pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/ RPT) button, and hold until the hour...
  • Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Setting the Clock, Auxiliary Input Jack You can quickly set the time to the Auxiliary Input Jack Your audio system will accept nearest hour. If the displayed time is On EX models auxiliary inputs from a portable before the half hour, press the R cassette player, CD changer, MP3 (RESET) button to set the clock...

  • Page 113: Cruise Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Cruise Control On EX models Using the Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain RES/ACCEL 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 114 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed To slow down in very small Cancelling the Cruise Control You can increase the set cruising amounts, tap the SET/DECEL You can cancel the cruise control in speed in any of these ways: button.
  • Page 115 Break-in Period, Gasoline Type Break-in Period Gasoline Type come on. If this happens, contact 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 116 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Service Station Procedure Refueling If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off Park with the driver’s side closest even though the tank is not full, to the gas pump. there may be a problem with your Gasoline is highly flammable vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery and explosive.
  • Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Service Station Procedure Opening and Closing the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP If the hood latch handle moves Pull the support rod out of its clip To Open the Hood: Park the vehicle, and set the stiffly, or if you can open the hood and insert the end into the hole in parking brake.
  • Page 118 Adding Oil Insert it all the way back in its tube. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your WWW.MANUALS.WS Honda. Before Driving...
  • Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra schedule. See Owner’s fuel.
  • Page 120 Before installing any accessory: Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this Make sure the accessory does not vehicle. These accessories have owner’s manual regarding...
  • Page 121 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Honda dealer. could cause the airbags to deploy. Do not cover or replace front seat- Raising your vehicle with an...
  • Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: Cargo area side pockets Glove box CARGO AREA SIDE POCKET DOOR POCKETS CEILING POCKET Ceiling pocket (EX model) (EX model) Door pockets Seat-back pocket (EX model) Cargo area Seat-back bungees (EX model) However, carrying too much cargo,...
  • Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Carrying Cargo (308 kg)’’ on your vehicle’s placard Determine the combined weight (on the driver’s doorjamb). of accessories, luggage, and cargo being loaded in the vehicle. The Overloading or improper Determine the combined weight weight may not safely exceed the loading can affect handling and of the driver and passengers that...
  • Page 124 Keep the glove box closed while exceed the maximum allowable driving. If it is open, a passenger weight. Please contact your Honda could injure their knees during a dealer for further information. HOOK crash or sudden stop.
  • Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 126 Do not modify your vehicle in any Four-wheel Drive Models clearance that allows you to travel way that would raise the center of Your Honda is equipped with a four- over bumps, obstacles, and rough gravity. wheel drive (4WD) system. When terrain.
  • Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Driving Guidelines Preparing to Drive Check the seat adjustment (see Make sure the doors, hatch, and You should do the following checks page tailgate are securely closed and and adjustments before you drive locked. your vehicle.
  • Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine still does not start, pedal, turn the ignition key to the press the accelerator pedal all the In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
  • Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 130 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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.

  • Page 131: Automatic Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators Shifting To shift from: Do this: P to R Press the brake pedal and press the release button. R to N N to D Press the release button. D to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2...
  • Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Automatic Transmission You must also press the release Your vehicle has a reverse lockout so If there is a problem in the reverse button to shift into Park. To avoid you cannot accidentally shift to lockout system, or your vehicle’s transmission damage, come to a Reverse when the vehicle speed...
  • Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Automatic Transmission When the overdrive is off, the First (1) To shift from Second to Overdrive (O/D) Mode − transmission selects only the first First, press the release button. This three gears. Use it to provide engine position locks the transmission in braking when going down a steep hill, First gear.
  • Page 134 If you need to use the shift lock To release the reverse lockout, release, it means your vehicle is move the shift lever from Neutral developing a problem. Have it to Reverse, then to Park. checked by a Honda dealer. WWW.MANUALS.WS Driving...
  • Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Parking Tips Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the windows are closed. the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or curb.
  • Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Braking System Your Honda is equipped with disc Constant application of the brakes Braking System Design brakes at all four wheels. A power when going down a long hill builds The hydraulic system that operates...
  • Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Brake Wear Indicators Anti-lock Brakes You will feel a pulsation in the brake If the brake pads need replacing, you Standard on EX models pedal when the ABS activates, and will hear a distinctive, metallic The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) you may hear some noise.
  • Page 138 ABS cannot prevent a loss of drive slowly and have your vehicle stability. Always steer moderately repaired by your Honda dealer as when you are braking hard. Severe soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard or sharp steering wheel movement braking which could cause the rear...
  • Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed To achieve a proper tongue load, primarily to carry passengers and start by loading 60 percent of the their cargo. You can use it to tow a load toward the front of the trailer Exceeding any load limit or trailer if you carefully observe the...
  • Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Towing a Trailer Total Trailer Weight: The total weight of the trailer and everything loaded in it must not exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg). Towing a load that is too heavy can seriously affect your vehicle’s handling and performance.
  • Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and If you use a non-Honda trailer Trailer Lights Accessories lighting harness and converter, you BACK-UP LEFT TURN GROUND Towing generally requires a variety can get the connector and pins that...
  • Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist The lights and brakes on your Trailer Mirrors Many states and Canadian provinces When preparing to tow, and before vehicle and the trailer are working require special outside mirrors when driving away, be sure to check the properly.
  • Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Trailer Driving Tips Driving Safely With a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears Driving on Hills The added weight, length, and Drive slower than normal in all When climbing hills, closely watch height of a trailer will affect your driving situations, and obey posted your temperature gauge.
  • Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Trailer Driving Tips Backing Up Parking Always drive slowly and have Follow all normal precautions when someone guide you when backing up. parking, including firmly setting the Grip the of the steering parking brake and putting the bottom wheel;...
  • Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Your Honda can be towed behind a Perform the following procedure motorhome at legal highway speeds everyday immediately before you up to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do not begin towing.
  • Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Automatic Transmission INTERIOR FUSE BOX Extended Towing When towing your Element for long This f use MUST be re-installed bef ore periods, remove the 7.5A Accessory/ driving the vehicle. Failure to re-install Radio fuse to reduce the drain on the the f use may allow you to remove the battery.
  • Page 147 Be sure to store cargo properly which you and your passengers and similar locations. It is not and do not exceed your Honda could be seriously injured or designed for trail-blazing, mountain cargo load limits (see pages killed.
  • Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Check Out Your Vehicle Accelerating and Braking Avoiding Obstacles Before you leave the pavement, be For better traction on all surfaces, Debris in the road can damage your sure to do all scheduled maintenance accelerate slowly and gradually build suspension or other components.
  • Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Off-Highway Driving Guidelines Crossing a Stream If You Get Stuck 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles Avoid driving through deep water. If Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud, If you spin the wheels excessively you encounter water in your route (a or other surfaces where you could trying to get unstuck, you may small stream or large puddle, for...
  • Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 151 Wear eye protection and Potential Vehicle Hazards section should be performed by a protective clothing when working Carbon Monoxide poison from Honda technician or other qualified with the battery or compressed air. engine exhaust. Be sure there is mechanic. adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine.
  • Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Maintenance Safety, Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule Which Schedule to Follow: The maintenance schedule assumes Service your vehicle according to the you will use your vehicle as normal time and mileage periods on one of Failure to properly follow transportation for passengers and the Maintenance Schedules on the...
  • Page 153 Maintenance Schedule for Severe information. warranties. However, Honda Conditions. recommends that all maintenance We recommend the use of Honda services be performed at the parts and fluids whenever you have recommended time or mileage maintenance done. period to ensure long-term reliability.
  • Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Maintenance Schedule Owner’s Maintenance Checks Engine oil level Check every Tires Check the tire pressure − − You should check the following time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for items at the specified intervals.
  • Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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...
  • Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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:...
  • Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 158 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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...
  • Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange tab) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) CLUTCH FLUID (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC ENGINE TRANSMISSION COOLANT FLUID DIPSTICK...

  • Page 160: Adding Engine Oil

    ENGINE OIL FILL CAP 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 sure the API Certification Seal says the oil is energy conserving, and that ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
  • Page 161 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 additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service.
  • Page 162 5 wrench (available from your seconds. If it does not, turn off the Honda dealer) is required. engine and check your work. Install a new oil filter according to Let the engine run for several the instructions that come with it.
  • Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
  • Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add Check the level in the windshield RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low. washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use.
  • Page 165 However, continued MARK use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Check the fluid level with the engine Insert the dipstick all the way into at normal operating temperature.
  • Page 166 WASHER FILLER BOLT The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according If Honda MTF is not available, you to the time and distance recommen- may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 dations in the maintenance schedule. viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
  • Page 167 The fluid level should be between Using any non-Honda brake fluid can the MIN and MAX marks on the side cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. If the level is at or The fluid level should be between of the system.
  • Page 168 Do not apply any wax to steering system flushed and refilled the panels; it will cause discoloration. with Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check...
  • Page 169 Adjustments should be performed by denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. a Honda dealer or other qualified mechanic. Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to Open the hood.
  • Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing a Front Parking/Turn making sure the tabs are in their Signal Light Bulb slots. Pivot the hold-down wire back in place, and clip the end into the slot.
  • Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Front Side Marker socket. Push the new bulb straight Light Bulb into the socket until it bottoms. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
  • Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Lights Put the socket back into the light Replacing Rear Bulbs assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the light assembly back into the body, bottom first.
  • Page 173 If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft Have your Honda dealer replace this brush with a mixture of mild soap filter every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) and warm water to clean them. Do under normal conditions.
  • Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Wiper Blades, Tires Tires Inflation To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated BLADE tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of size, in good condition with adequate handling, tread life, and riding tread, and correctly inflated.
  • Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 driven several miles (kilometers)], lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1...
  • Page 177 Use only genuine Replace the tire if you can see Honda wheel weights f or balancing. three or more tread wear WWW.MANUALS.WS indicators on the tire. Maintenance...
  • Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels The tires that came with your Front Front vehicle were selected to match the Installing improper tires on your performance capabilities of the vehicle can affect handling and vehicle while providing the best stability.
  • Page 179 If you mount snow tires on your manufacturer’s instructions, and tires, use the same size originally Honda, make sure they are radial mount them as tight as you can. supplied with the vehicle. Tire size tires of the same size and load range...

  • Page 180: Checking The Battery

    Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If additional battery maintenance is white or yellowish powder). To needed, see your Honda dealer or a remove it, cover the terminals with a qualified technician. solution of baking soda and water. It will bubble up and turn brown.
  • Page 181 If you store your vehicle for 12 rag so they do not touch the months or longer, have your Honda Clean the interior. Make sure the windshield. dealer perform the inspections called carpeting, floor mats, etc., are...
  • Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 tire. spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only.
  • Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level and TOOLS stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Park (automatic) you get to an exit or an area to stop or Reverse (manual).
  • Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Changing a Flat Tire JACK WHEEL NUTS Push the rear edge of the handle Unscrew the wing bolt and take Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 to raise the handle loop and pull up the spare tire out of the cargo area.
  • Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION BRAKE HUB WHEEL WRENCH JACKING POINTS Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and wheel Wipe any dirt off the mounting the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the surface of the wheel and hub with pointed to by an arrow molded into...
  • Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tools. Remove the center cap from the flat tire, and store it in the spare tire well.
  • Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Changing a Flat Tire Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt to the spare tire mount through the hole in the cargo area floor. Remove the small round plug from Reinstall the cargo area floor. the cargo area floor by pushing it Place the flat tire face down on the from the back side to make a hole.
  • Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to START start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
  • Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.
  • Page 190 Attempting to jump start with a f rozen from the battery. battery can cause it to rupture. You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it. WWW.MANUALS.WS Taking Care of the Unexpected...
  • Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal- to-metal contact.
  • Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS If the Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Start the engine, and set the such as a split radiator hose. temperature control dial to Everything is still extremely hot, maximum. Add coolant to the Removing the radiator cap so use caution.
  • Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator This light should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning lights.
  • Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.
  • Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Brake System Indicator U.S. If the brake system However, if the brake pedal does not indicator comes on while feel normal, you should take driving, the brake fluid immediate action. A problem in one level is probably low.

  • Page 197: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, Refer to Towing Your Vehicle call a professional towing service or Behind a Motorhome on page an organization. Never tow your for non-emergency towing Towing with only two tires on the vehicle with just a rope or chain.
  • Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
  • Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle FUSE BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
  • Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuses If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious Replacing a f use with one that has a electrical problem in your vehicle. higher rating greatly increases the Leave the blown fuse in that chances of damaging the electrical circuit and have your vehicle...
  • Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Power Window Relay 20 A 7.5 A Accessory, Radio 10 A Rear Wiper 7.5 A Meter 7.5 A 7.5 A Daytime running lights ＊...
  • Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 30 A Condenser Fan 15 A Small Light 7.5 A Interior Light 20 A Cooling Fan Motor 15 A Hazard 15 A 15 A Horn, Stop Not Used −...
  • Page 203 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER numbers located in various places. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.

  • Page 204: Identification Numbers

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. WWW.MANUALS.WS ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
  • Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Specifications Dimensions Length 169.3 in (4,300 mm) Engine Automatic Transmission ＊ Width 71.5 in (1,815 mm) coolant Change 1.43 US gal (5.4 ) Height 70.4 in (1,788 mm) Total 1.88 US gal (7.1 ) Wheelbase 101.4 in (2,575 mm) Manual Transmission...

  • Page 206: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses HFC-134a (R-134a) Refrigerant type Interior See page or the fuse label Charge quantity 16.9 18.7 oz (480 530 g) − − attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant type SP-10 box door under the steering column.
  • Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 208 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for − 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 209 Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS Tire Information Tire Labeling Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. − − The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those Load index (a numerical code − you should be aware of are described associated with the maximum below.
  • Page 210 ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After ＊ Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
  • Page 211 HC, CO, and (PCM) uses various sensors to Honda replacement parts or their NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The determine how much air is going equivalent for repairs. Using lower into the engine.
  • Page 212 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 213 (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 your Honda dealer. by doing the following. minutes. Drive on the highway in D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use Make sure the gas tank is nearly, the cruise control.
  • Page 214 Customer Service Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4318 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009 WWW.MANUALS.WS...
  • Page 215 Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat 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 216 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 217 Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should 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 218: Authorized Manuals

    Main Menu Table of Contents WWW.MANUALS.WS 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 219: Service Information Summary

    34 psi (235 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Oil change capacity (including Rear Differential Fluid: filter): Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not Spare Tire Pressure: 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) use ATF. 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

Table of Contents