Page 1 This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. P/N 31SNA600...
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Page 3 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 vehicle, other convenience items.
Page 4 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. on the vehicle. Safety Labels preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) Instruments and Controls .......... . 57 (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) Features ........
Page 7 Overview of Contents Contents Before Driving Technical Information A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load and technical information. luggage and other cargo. Your Vehicle at a Glance Warranty and Customer A quick reference to the main...
Page 8: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 59) (P. 11, 26) GAUGES (P. 65) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 106) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 11, 26) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 96) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 102) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH DOOR LOCK TAB...
Page 9 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS BUTTONS (P. 71) (P. 70) (P. 72) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P. 32) (P. 65) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 72) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.
Page 11: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Seat Belts ........20 Back Seat ........36 yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . 20 The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
Page 12: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety (see pages Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. Be Aware of Airbag Hazards crash injuries and deaths. Generally, The recommendations on this page While airbags can save lives, they the higher the speed, the greater the are the ones we consider to be the...
Page 13: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some 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 14: Seat Belts
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 15: Airbags
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to Your vehicle also has side curtain restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the airbags to help protect the heads of airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger the driver, front passenger, and...
Page 16 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 17: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide instructions on how to properly Your vehicle has a door-open protect the driver, adult passengers, indicator on the instrument panel to and teenage children who are large indicate when any door is not tightly enough and mature enough to drive closed.
Page 18: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 19: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make sure the head restraint is adjusted to Reclining the seat-back too far its highest position. can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning the seat then tug on the belt to make sure the belts can cause serious injury belt is securely latched. Check that or death in a crash.
Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting Never place the shoulder portion of a Position lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash. their seats and put on seat belts, it is very important that they continue to If a seat belt does not seem to work sit upright, well back in their seats,...
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
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 in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle.
Page 23: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Do not attach solid objects on or If a side airbag or a Two people should never use the between yourself and a front near a door. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp side curtain airbag inflates, a cup...
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components If a front passenger does not fasten The seat belts use the same Your seat belt system includes lap/ their seat belt, the indicator will monitoring system as the front shoulder belts in all five seating come on about 6 seconds after the airbags.
Page 25: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt restrain your body. Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, The seat belts in all seating positions and across your hips. except the driver’s have an additional locking mechanism that must be To fasten the belt, insert the latch activated to secure a child seat (see...
Page 26: Seat Belt Maintenance
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious If the front seat belt tensioners ever Honda provides a lifetime warranty injury or death if the seat belts activate, they must be replaced as on seat belts for U.S. models. See...
Page 27: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (12) (11) (1) Driver’s Airbag (2) Front Passenger’s Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (10) (7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (13) (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (First)
Page 28 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver’s (16) airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’...
Page 29 Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page weight on the front passenger’s panel that alerts you that the seat. If the weight of an infant passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a or small child is detected, the...
Page 30: How Your Front Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
Page 31 Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- powder from the airbag’s surface. airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags.
Page 32 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will does not encourage carrying an...
Page 33: How Your Side Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work indicator in the center of the back against cargo on the seat or dashboard will come on indicating floor behind it.
Page 34 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage indicator will go out. side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system...
Page 35: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 36: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works Indicator Works Ignoring the SRS indicator can U.S. Canada This indicator result in serious injury or death U.S. alerts you that the if the airbag systems or passenger’s side airbag has been tensioners do not work properly.
Page 37: Airbag Service
Additional Information About Your Airbags If no one is riding in the front seat, Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a the airbag will be automatically shut Your airbag systems are virtually Take your vehicle to an problem. off.
Page 38: Additional Safety Precautions
If it is necessary to confirm that the passenger’s remove or modify a front seat to advanced front airbag is operating accommodate a person with properly. disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.
Page 39: Protecting Children General Guidelines
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. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a accidents are the number one cause crash.
Page 40: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose 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 with a passenger’s front airbag can...
Page 41 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that Sun Visor Dashboard children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.
Page 42: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact, Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.
Page 43: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Use the childproof door locks to Lock all doors and the trunk when Children Never hold an infant or child on prevent children from opening the your vehicle is not in use. If you are not wearing a This can prevent who play in vehicles can your lap.
Page 44: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 45: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement strongly recommend that you install We strongly recommend placing a the child seat directly behind the forward-facing child seat in a back front passenger’s seat, move the seat seat, not the front.
Page 46: Selecting A Child Seat
Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat We also recommend selecting a facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child...
Page 47: Installing A Child Seat
Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should be of the After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s proper type and size to fit the child. Rear-facing for infants, forward- and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 48: With Latch
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using BUTTON 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 49 Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP forward and from side-to-side to HOOK verify that it is secure. ANCHOR Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats have Lift the head restraint (see page a flexible-type connector as shown ), then route the tether strap above.
Page 50: With A Seat Belt
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ 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. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a...
Page 51: With A Tether
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether ANCHORAGE POINTS COVER After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat ANCHOR locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to A child seat with a tether can be up to remove any slack from the...
Page 52 Installing a Child Seat Lift the anchor cover, then attach Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor the tether strap hook to the TETHER STRAP TETHER STRAP anchor, making sure the strap is HOOK HOOK not twisted. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker’s instructions.
Page 53: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front belt.
Page 54: Using A Booster Seat
Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat to drive. between the child’s neck and arm? Booster seats can be high-back or Is the lap part of the belt as low as low-back. Whichever style you select, possible, touching the child’s make sure the booster seat meets thighs?
Page 55: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Front while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front, Administration and Transport there are other important factors you...
Page 56: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck. in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a crash.
Page 57: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
Page 58: Safety Labels
Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR U.S. models shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 59 Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
Page 61: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......58 Door Locks ........78 the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......59 Power Door Locks ...... . 78 contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..
Page 62: Control Locations
Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 59) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 106) GAUGES (P. 65) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 102) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 96) POWER DOOR LOCK DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 78) MASTER SWITCH (P. 78) ACCESSORY POWER POWER WINDOW SOCKET SWITCHES...
Page 63: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM SUPPLEMENTAL PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM DAYTIME OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60) RUNNING (P. 61) (P. 62) (P. 62) INDICATOR (P.
Page 64: Instrument Panel Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Seat Belt Reminder Parking Brake U.S. Canada indicators to give you important Indicator and Brake information about your vehicle. This indicator reminds you and your System passengers to fasten your seat belts. Indicator This indicator has two functions: If you turn the ignition switch to the...
Page 65 Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off Immobilizer System U.S. Canada System Indicator Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on for several This indicator comes on briefly when seconds when you turn the ignition This indicator comes on for several you turn the ignition switch to the switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 66 Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running Lights On Indicator Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator Indicators If this indicator comes on when the This indicator reminds you that the The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON exterior lights are on.
Page 67 Instrument Panel Indicators Cruise Main Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Maintenance Minder Indicator This indicator comes on for a few On LX and EX models LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on when you seconds when you turn the ignition turn on the cruise control system by switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 68 Instrument Panel Indicators Security System Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page Charging System Indicator If this indicator comes on when the...
Page 69: Gauges
Gauges To switch the information display SPEEDOMETER between the odometer, trip meter, TEMPERATURE GAUGE outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET FUEL button repeatedly. GAUGE Odometer TACHOMETER The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven.
Page 70: Trip Meter
Gauges Trip Meter Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge This meter shows the number of This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the miles or kilometers driven since you It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal last reset it.
Page 71: Outside Temperature Indicator
Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator If the outside temperature is Check Fuel Cap Indicator incorrectly displayed, you can adjust If your fuel cap is loose or missing, a If equipped This indicator displays the outside it up to 5°F ( 3°C) warmer or ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’...
Page 72: Maintenance Minder
Gauges If the system still detects a loose or Maintenance Minder missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction The information display in the indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. instrument panel shows you the Turn the engine off, and check or engine oil life and maintenance retighten the fuel fill cap until it service items when the ignition clicks at least once.
Page 73: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHTS/ WINDSHIELD (P. 72) TURN SIGNALS WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) (P. 70) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P. 65) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 32) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.
Page 74: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Windshield Wipers and Washers MIST The wipers run at high While the vehicle is stopped and in speed until you release the lever. gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove The wipers are not activated. your foot from the brake pedal. The wipers run at low speed.
Page 75: Turn Signal And Headlights
Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the If you leave the lights on with the left lever to signal a left turn and up key removed from the ignition to signal a right turn. To signal a lane switch, you will hear a reminder change, push lightly on the lever, chime when you open the driver’s...
Page 76: Daytime Running Lights
Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button With the headlight switch in the off or position, the high beam INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake.
Page 77: Rear Window Defogger
Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before Make any steering wheel adjustment starting to drive. before you start driving. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 78: Keys And Locks
Steering Wheel Adjustment, Keys and Locks Push the lever up to lock the Keys and Locks steering wheel in that position. U.S. EX model Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place MASTER KEY VALET NUMBER WITH REMOTE by trying to move it up, down, in, TRANSMITTER (Gray)
Page 79 Use On DX model vehicle and the valet key at a parking only Honda-approved key blanks. The keys do not contain batteries. facility. Do not try to take them apart.
Page 80: Immobilizer System
Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an key’s coding if another immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
Page 81: 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 LOCK (0) or to turn the key. Firmly turn the the ACCESSORY (I) position and steering wheel to the left or right as open the driver’s door.
Page 82: Door Locks
Door Locks On DX models If equipped LOCK TAB To lock any passenger’s door when Each front door has a master door getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock switch. Either switch locks and lock tab out, and close the door. To unlocks all doors.
Page 83: Childproof Door Locks
Door Locks Childproof Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking To activate an auto door lock mode: On LX and EX models Locks all doors when the vehicle’s speed Your vehicle has two custom door reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h). LEVER Unlock lock settings: auto door locking and auto door unlocking.
Page 84 Door Locks Push and hold the lock side of the Automatic Transmission: To turn the auto door lock modes Push and hold the brake pedal, master door lock switch on the off: then move the shift lever out of driver’s door. You will hear a Park (P).
Page 85: Auto Door Unlocking
Door Locks Push and hold the lock side of the Auto Door Unlocking To activate an auto door lock mode: master door lock switch on the On models with automatic transmission On LX and EX models driver’s door. You will hear a The auto door unlocking feature has Locks all doors when the shift lever is clicking sound, and after about 5...
Page 86 Door Locks To activate an auto door unlock Automatic Transmission: To turn the auto door unlock modes Push and hold the brake pedal, mode: off: then move the shift lever out of Unlocks driver’s door when the ignition Park (P). switch is moved out of the ON (II) position.
Page 87 Door Locks Push and hold the unlock side of Push and hold the unlock side of To activate an auto door unlock the master door lock switch on the the master door lock switch on the mode: driver’s door. You will hear a driver’s door.
Page 88: Trunk
Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener PULL TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MASTER KEY MASTER KEY RELEASE LEVER To open the trunk, pull the trunk You can also use the master key to release handle on the left side of the open the trunk. As a safety feature, your vehicle has driver’s seat.
Page 89: Remote Transmitter
Remote Transmitter If you unlock the doors with the On U.S. LX and EX models U.S. EX model PANIC BUTTON If you push the LOCK button twice remote transmitter, but do not open TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON within 5 seconds, you will hear a any of the doors within 30 seconds, RELEASE horn to verify that the security...
Page 90 Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the If it takes several pushes on the transmitter. button to lock or unlock the doors, Protect the transmitter from replace the battery as soon as extreme temperature. possible.
Page 91 Remote Transmitter As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and BATTERY (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 92: Seats
Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward or 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 93 Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Head Restraints See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 94 Seats Armrest Folding Rear Seat Rear Center Position RELEASE BUTTON When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make On all models except DX The back of the rear seat folds down, sure the head restraint is adjusted to The lid of the console compartment giving you direct access to the trunk.
Page 95 Seats GUIDE Pull Pull RELEASE EX models/ Canadian All models LX model CENTER SHOULDER BELT On EX models When storing cargo, you can move To release the seat-back, pull the The left and right seat-backs can be the rear center shoulder belt out of release under the trunk panel.
Page 96 Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back Make sure all items in the trunk, or does not interfere with the front items extending through the opening passenger’s seat-back. This will into the back seat, are secured. cause the front passenger’s weight Loose items can fly forward and sensors to work improperly (see cause injury if you have to brake...
Page 97: Power Windows
Power Windows On LX and EX models DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH AUTO To open or close the driver’s window, push or pull the Closing a power window on window switch firmly down or up to someone’s hands or fingers can the second detent, and release it. cause serious injury.
Page 98: Moonroof
Power Windows, Moonroof Moonroof On LX and EX models MOONROOF SWITCH If your vehicle’s battery is If equipped disconnected or goes dead, or the Turn the ignition switch to the ON driver’s window fuse is removed, the (II) position before operating the AUTO function will be disabled.
Page 99 Moonroof To close the moonroof fully, push The moonroof has a key-off delay. Auto Reverse the moonroof switch forward to the You can open and close the If the moonroof runs into any second detent, then release it. The moonroof for up to 10 minutes after obstacle while it is closing moonroof closes all the way.
Page 100: Mirrors
Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors ADJUSTMENT SWITCH SELECTOR SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. On all models except DX Push the appropriate edge of the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch to move the you start driving.
Page 101: Parking Brake
Mirrors, Parking Brake Heated Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER On Canadian LX and EX models To apply the parking brake, pull the The outside mirrors are heated to...
Page 102: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Ceiling Light After all doors are closed tightly, the light(s) dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds. DOOR ACTIVATED SWITCHES If you do not open either door after you unlock the driver’s door or remove the key from the ignition switch, the light(s) fades out in about 30 seconds.
Page 103: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKET COIN BOX VANITY MIRROR ACCESSORY COAT HOOK POWER SOCKET On all LX models, and EX models without moonroof Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off. BEVERAGE HOLDERS BEVERAGE HOLDERS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 104: Beverage Holders
Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid The EX model has another LEVER that is very hot can scald you or your accessory power socket in the center passengers.
Page 105: Features
Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....102 system in your vehicle provides a Using the A/C ......104 comfortable driving environment in Audio System ........ . 106 all weather conditions. Playing the Radio ......
Page 106: Vents, Heating, And A/C
Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control Dial TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the MODE BUTTONS dial counterclockwise to decrease it. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.
Page 107 Vents, Heating, and A/C The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center MAX A/C Button heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard. If equipped the base of the windshield. Keep this The system automatically area clear of leaves and other debris.
Page 108: Using The A/C
Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Heater to maximum cool. Dehumidify the Interior The heater uses engine coolant to Select Air conditioning, as it cools, removes warm the air. If the engine is cold, it If the outside air is humid, select moisture from the air.
Page 109 Vents, Heating, and A/C To Defog and Defrost When you switch to , from To clear the windows faster, you can To remove fog from the inside of the , the A/C stays on. close the dashboard corner vents by windows: This helps prevent the windows from rotating the wheel next to each vent.
Page 110: Audio System
Audio System Read the appropriate pages in this (A type) section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle. U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models page for A and B type page for C type If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions.
Page 111 Audio System (B type) (C type) U.S. EX model without navigation system U.S. EX model with navigation system...
Page 112: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio (A type) (B type) U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models U.S. EX model without navigation system SCAN AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BAR SEEK BAR PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BARS...
Page 113 Playing the Radio To Play the Radio TUNE Use the TUNE knob to If you do nothing, the system will The ignition switch must be in the tune the radio to a desired frequency. then scan for the next strong station ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 114 Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after Adjusting the Sound traveling far from home and can no pressing a preset bar if auto select Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob longer receive your preset stations, cannot find a strong station for every repeatedly to display the bass (BAS), you can use the auto select feature to...
Page 115 Playing the Radio Treble/Bass Use the TREBLE/ Speed-sensitive volume Audio System Lighting BASS modes to adjust the tone to compensation (SVC) The SVC You can use the instrument panel your liking. mode controls the volume based on brightness control buttons to adjust vehicle speed.
Page 116: Playing A Disc
Playing a Disc (A type) (B type) U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models U.S. EX model without navigation system REPEAT EJECT LOAD BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR BUTTON LOAD RANDOM DISPLAY EJECT REPEAT RANDOM DISPLAY INDICATOR BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 117 Playing a Disc To Play a Disc The specifications of the compatible Insert a disc into the slot. The drive To load or play discs, the ignition MP3 file are: will pull the disc in the rest of the switch must be in the ACCESSORY Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz way to play it.
Page 118 Playing a Disc You will also see the album and track Name Display Function To Change or Select Tracks/Files Each time you press the DISP button name (CD-TEXT), or the folder and You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar while playing a CD-TEXT, the file name (MP3/WMA) under these while a disc is playing to select display mode changes from album...
Page 119 Playing a Disc SEEK/SKIP Each time you REPEAT (TRACK/FILE In MP3/WMA mode press and release the bar, the FOLDER SELECTION REPEAT) To continuously replay player skips forward to the select a different folder, turn the a track (file in MP3/WMA mode), beginning of the next track (files in FOLDER (TUNE) knob clockwise to press and release the RPT button.
Page 120 Playing a Disc RANDOM (Random within a In MP3/WMA mode In MP3/WMA mode FOLDER-REPEAT This feature, Disc) This feature plays the track FOLDER-RANDOM This when activated, replays all the files within a disc in random order. In feature, when activated, plays the on the selected folder in the order MP3/WMA mode, this feature only files in the current folder in random...
Page 121 Playing a Disc SCAN The SCAN function To Stop Playing a Disc In MP3/WMA mode samples all the tracks/files on the F-SCAN This feature, when Press the eject button ( ) to disc in the order they are recorded activated, samples the first file of remove the CD.
Page 122: Disc Player Error Messages
Disc Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Indication Cause Solution display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc. your vehicle to your dealer.
Page 123: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock (A type) (B type) U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models U.S. EX model without navigation system CLOCK BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON M BUTTON M BUTTON CONTINUED...
Page 124 Setting the Clock To set the time, press the CLOCK You can quickly set the time to the (AM/FM or AM) button until you nearest hour. If the displayed time is hear a beep, then release the button. before the half hour, pressing the The displayed time begins to blink.
Page 125: Playing The Radio (Vehicles With Navigation System)
Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) (C type) U.S. EX model with navigation system FM1 ICON FM2 ICON AM ICON JOYSTICK AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT ICON AUDIO BUTTON BACKGROUND ICON SCAN BUTTON SOUND ICON TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS...
Page 126 Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) Voice Control System The band and frequency that the SEEK The SEEK function In addition to the standard audio radio was last tuned to is displayed. searches up and down from the controls, the audio system in your To change bands, press the AM/FM current frequency to find a station vehicle can be operated using the...
Page 127 Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) Preset Each preset button can AUTO SELECT If you are press the To turn off Auto Select, store one frequency on AM, and two traveling far from home and can no AUTO SEL icon. This restores the frequencies on FM.
Page 128 Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) Speed-sensitive volume Adjusting the Sound compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed. The faster you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. As you slow down, the audio volume decreases.
Page 129: Playing A Disc (Vehicles With Navigation System)
Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) (C type) U.S. EX model with navigation system CD ICON OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REWIND BUTTON...
Page 130 Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) Disc Player To Change Tracks Push the button to play the next track on the disc. Push the Avoid using discs with adhesive labels. DISC SLOT button once to replay the track The label can curl up and cause the in play;...
Page 131 Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) RANDOM Press the RDM To Choose a Track If you are playing a CD, the screen button to play the tracks in random shows the track number. If you are order. You will see RANDOM in the playing a CD-TEXT disc, the track display.
Page 132 Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) To Stop Playing a Disc Removing a Disc To close the screen, press the To take the system out of disc mode, CLOSE button. The screen will not EJECT BUTTON press the AM/FM button or CD/XM close if you have a partially inserted button (if the XM radio is connected).
Page 133: Playing A Pc Card (Vehicles With Navigation System)
Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) PC Card (C type) U.S. EX model with navigation system PC CARD SLOT PC CARD ICON PLAY MODE ICON TRACK LIST ICON OPEN BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON CLOSE BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON With the ignition in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press the OPEN button, insert a PC SCAN...
Page 134 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Push the AUDIO button to show the You cannot close the display until NOTE: audio system screen. You can also When you insert a PC card into the PC card is inserted all the way operate the audio system without the slot, make sure you put it in or removed.
Page 135 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Play Mode PLAY MODE ICON FOLDER MODE MODE INDICATOR ARTIST MODE PLAY MODE ICON ALBUM MODE PLAY MODE ICON MODE INDICATOR MODE INDICATOR CONTINUED...
Page 136 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) To Change Tracks To select a play mode Push the button to play the next track. Push the button once to replay the track in play; press it twice to replay the previous track. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the or the...
Page 137 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) REPEAT Press the RPT button Press and hold the RDM button until Press and hold the SCAN button to continuously replay a track. You you hear a beep. Folder, artist, or until you hear a beep. Folder, artist, will see TRACK REPEAT in the album random will be activated or album scan will be activated...
Page 138 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) To Choose a Track SONG SEARCH ICON (Folder Mode) SONG SEARCH ICON (Artist Mode) TRACK LIST ICON SONG SEARCH ICON (Album Mode)
Page 139 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Search by Title by Keyword SONG SEARCH ICON TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON MORE ICON RETURN ICON ALBUM ICON ARTIST ICON LIST ICON Folder mode is shown You can also choose a track directly If you want to search for a particular If you choose Title by Keyword, from a track list.
Page 140 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Search by Artist Search by Album Then select a song. If you choose Artist, select an artist, If you choose Album, select an then select a song. album, then select a song.
Page 141 Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Playing an MP3/WMA Card To Stop Playing a Card Removing a PC Card The player plays recorded MP3/ To take the system out of card mode, WMA cards in recorded order. press the AM/FM button or CD/XM EJECT BUTTON Maximum playable folder layers are button (if a disc is loaded or the XM...
Page 142: Disc Player Error Messages (Vehicles With Navigation System)
Disc Player Error Messages (Vehicles with Navigation System) If you see an error message in the Indication Cause Solution display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Page 143: Radio Reception
Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 144 Radio Reception Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects...
Page 145: Protecting Your Discs
Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played, use only high quality discs labeled store it in its case to protect it from for audio use. dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep discs out of When recording a CD-R or direct sunlight and extreme heat.
Page 146: Radio Theft Protection
Radio Theft Protection If you lose the card, you must obtain If you make a mistake entering the On all models except U.S. DX Your vehicle’s audio system will the code number from a dealer. To code, do not start over; complete the disable itself if it is disconnected do this, you will need the system’s five-digit (except for U.S.
Page 147: Remote Audio Controls
Remote Audio Controls The MODE button changes the track. You will see the disc and track VOL BUTTON mode. Pressing the button numbers in the display. If you press repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, a and hold the CH button ( ) or ( ) disc (if a disc is loaded), or a PC card until you hear a beep, you can select (if a card is loaded).
Page 148: Security System
Security System With the system set, you can still On U.S LX and EX models The security system helps to protect open the trunk with the master key your vehicle and valuables from theft. or the remote transmitter without The horn sounds and a combination triggering the alarm.
Page 149: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Press and release the DECEL/ On LX and EX models Cruise control allows you to maintain SET button on the steering wheel. RES/ACCEL a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) The CRUISE CONTROL indicator CRUISE BUTTON BUTTON without keeping your foot on the...
Page 150 Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 151 Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE BUTTON system will remember the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
Page 153: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......150 vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....150 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..151 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 154: Break-In Period
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation does NOT contain manganese-based Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate fuel additives such as MMT. reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
Page 155: Service Station Procedures
Service Station Procedures Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Push Gasoline is highly flammable Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive. You can be fuel fill door.
Page 156: Opening And Closing The Hood
Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, LATCH the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page ). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL HOOD RELEASE...
Page 157: Oil Check
Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK GRIP UPPER MARK LOWER MARK CLIP To close the hood, lift it up slightly to Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and remove the support rod from the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 158: Engine Coolant Check
Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and RESERVE TANK according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra messages displayed in the fuel.
Page 159: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt not overload electrical circuits Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your the proper operation of your Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 160 Some examples are: safety systems could make the Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective. Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.
Page 161: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DOOR POCKETS Glove box Door pockets TRUNK CENTER POCKET Console compartment Trunk Center pocket 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 162 Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for determining correct load (850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.) The maximum load for your vehicle limit: is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kg Determine the combined weight for Canada. This figure includes the Locate the statement, ‘‘the of luggage and cargo being loaded total weight of all occupants, cargo,...
Page 163 Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and someone during a crash.
Page 165: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......162 starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ......163 conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission ....164 manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission ....
Page 166: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments every day before carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened you drive your vehicle. fastened down securely.
Page 167: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all down, and hold it there while The immobilizer system protects your electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.
Page 168: Manual Transmission
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 169 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 170: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators If the malfunction indicator lamp Shifting comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator, there is a problem in the automatic transmission control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by SHIFT LEVER your dealer as soon as possible.
Page 171 Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- from reverse to neutral, come to a To shift from: Do this: cally locks the transmission. Use complete stop, and then shift. P to R Press the brake pedal, and Park whenever you are turning off or press the shift lever release starting the engine.
Page 172 Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) This position is Second (2) This position locks Engine Speed Limiter similar to D, except only the first the transmission in second gear. It If you exceed the maximum speed three gears are selected. Use D does not downshift to first gear for the gear you are in, the engine when towing a trailer in hilly terrain,...
Page 173 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release RELEASE Do this if pushing on the brake pedal BUTTON and pressing the release button does not shift the transmission out of Park: Set the parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch. NOTCH SHIFT LOCK Put a cloth on the notch of the RELEASE SLOT...
Page 174: Parking
Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or equipped) and the windows are curb.
Page 175: Braking System
Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Pad Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic depending on the model.
Page 176: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake Important Safety Reminders helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and ABS does not reduce the time or locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise.
Page 177: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed to Load Limits primarily carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 178 Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60 percent of the (GAWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle load toward the front of the trailer The maximum allowable weight of and trailer weights are within limits and 40 percent toward the rear, then the vehicle axles is:...
Page 179 Hitches Trailer Brakes Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must Honda recommends that any trailer Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. having a total weight of 1,000 lbs equipment, depending on the size of...
Page 180 Towing a Trailer Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and Canadian provinces agency if any other items are comply with federal, state, and local require special outside mirrors when recommended or required for your regulations.
Page 181 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Backing Up When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page Always drive slowly and have driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are someone guide you when backing up.
Page 182 Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. height of a trailer will affect your than normal.
Page 183: Maintenance
Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 180 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 181 maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ..... 188 maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations .......
Page 184: Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can Important Safety Precautions cause a crash in which you can...
Page 185: Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items in the displayed on the engine oil life SEL/RESET BUTTON information display to show you display according to this table: when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and Calculated Engine...
Page 186 Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR required at the time of the oil change (see page MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 When the remaining engine oil life is to 6 percent, you will see the engine 5 to 1 percent, you will see a...
Page 187 Maintenance Minder The maximum total mileage shown is ‘‘ 9999.’’ You can change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer, the trip meter, or the outside temperature (if equipped) every time you press and release the SEL/RESET button. When the engine oil life display is 0 percent or negative mileage, the maintenance minder indicator...
Page 188 Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Display Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 189 Press the SEL/RESET button for We recommend using Honda parts more than 5 seconds. The and fluids whenever you have maintenance item code(s) will maintenance done. These are...
Page 190 Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of replacement, or repair of You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, emissions control devices and items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, systems may be done by any you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
Page 191 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 192: Maintenance Record
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet. Mileage...
Page 193 Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 194: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Black cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual POWER STEERING Transmission only) FLUID (Red cap) (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...
Page 195: Adding 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 196: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and DRAIN BOLT You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter WASHER it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter given for a conventional motor oil: it according to the maintenance displays the API Certification Seal, messages shown on the information...
Page 197 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Turn off the engine and let it sit OIL FILTER then reinstall the drain bolt. for several minutes, then check Tighten the drain bolt to: the oil level on the dipstick. If necessary, add more oil.
Page 198: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- If the reserve tank is completely freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Page 199: Windshield Washers
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 200: Transmission Fluid
Park the vehicle on level ground. Have the transmission flushed and Shut off the engine. Remove the dipstick, and check refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 by the fluid level. It should be your dealer as soon as it is Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) between the upper and lower convenient.
Page 201: Manual Transmission
Transmission Fluid Insert the dipstick all the way back Manual Transmission If Honda MTF is not available, you in the transmission. may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 FILLER BOLT viscosity motor oil with the API If you are not sure how to add fluid, Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 202: Brake And Clutch Fluid
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 203: Power Steering Fluid
Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 204: Lights
Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment from contact with your skin or hard may be required.
Page 205 Lights Push the electrical connector back Low Beam Headlight onto the new socket. Make sure it is on all the way. HOLDING CLIP Insert the socket into the hole, and turn it one-quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place. Turn on the headlights to test the new socket.
Page 206 Lights Insert the new socket into the hole, Replacing the Front Side Marker/ and turn it one-quarter turn Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb clockwise to lock it in place. SOCKET HOLDING CLIP Push the electrical connector back onto the new socket. Make sure it is on all the way.
Page 207 Lights Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing Rear Bulbs by pushing the bulb in and turning (in Fenders) it counterclockwise until it unlocks. FASTENER Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly.
Page 208 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Lid) BULB BULBS SOCKETS SOCKETS BULB FASTENERS Remove the socket by turning it Test the lights to make sure the Open the trunk. one-quarter turn counterclockwise. new bulb is working. On EX model Pull the bulb straight out of its Reinstall the trunk lining.
Page 209 Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake socket. Push the new bulb straight Light Bulb into the socket until it bottoms. BULB Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 210: Cleaning The Seat Belts
Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, make sure they fit properly and that they can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.
Page 211: Wiper Blades
Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper COVER blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 212 Wiper Blades BLADE ASSEMBLY REINFORCEMENT STRIP WIPER BLADE Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from the blade Examine the new wiper blades. If from the wiper arm: assembly: they have no plastic or metal Press and hold the lock tab. Find the side of the blade reinforcement along the back Slide the blade assembly toward...
Page 213: Tires
Wiper Blades, Tires Install the new blade onto the Tires Inflation Guidelines blade assembly: To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated Pull back either end of the blade tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of assembly.
Page 214 Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot (driven for several The following charts show the month. Even tires that are in good miles), you will see readings 4 to 6 recommended cold tire pressures for condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to...
Page 215 A tire this worn gives very little improper wheel weights can damage traction on wet roads. You should your wheels. Use only genuine Honda replace the tire if you can see three wheel weights f or balancing. or more tread wear indicators.
Page 216 Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels It is best to replace all four tires at Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible Front Front the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front rating, and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 217 Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Winter Driving Wheels: Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All (DX, Canadian DX-G) Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- Installing improper tires on your weather tread design suitable for vehicle can affect handling and 15 x 6 J (LX, EX) most winter driving conditions.
Page 218 Tires Tire Chains Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ Traction devices that are the wrong cable-type traction devices, with size or improperly installed can rubber chain tensioners, on the front damage your vehicle’s brake lines, tires.
Page 219: Checking The Battery
Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s solution of baking soda and water.
Page 220: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 221: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... . 218 common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... 219 experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ....223 gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 222: 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 223: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK TOOL CASE 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 224 Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINTS EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel with the wheel nut wrench. point. Turn the end bracket nut wrench as shown to raise the clockwise until the top of the jack vehicle until the flat tire is off the...
Page 225 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, WHEEL then tighten them in a crisscross NUTS pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.
Page 226 Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tools in the tool SPACER WING BOLT case. Place the tool case in the CONE center of the flat tire. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Page 227: If The Engine Won't Start
If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to the start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the ignition switch to the START (III)
Page 228 If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal or even faster not be working.
Page 229: Jump Starting
Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or frozen, do not try A battery can explode if you do jump starting until it thaws.
Page 230: If The Engine Overheats
Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start the vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The reading of the vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in metal-to-metal contact. the midrange. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the Once the vehicle is running, reason (hot day, driving up a steep...
Page 231 If the Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. If the temperature gauge reading Put the transmission in neutral stays at the red mark, turn off the (M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the engine. Steam and spray from an parking brake.
Page 232 If the Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on reserve tank, you may need to add cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and watch coolant to the radiator.
Page 233: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut 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 lights.
Page 234: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If the battery in your vehicle has while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It can take of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle several days of driving under...
Page 235: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator U.S. The brake system indicator However, if the brake pedal does not If the ABS indicator comes on with normally comes on when feel normal, you should take the brake system indicator, have you turn the ignition switch immediate action.
Page 236: Fuses
Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 237 Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Turn the ignition switch to the Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the LOCK (0) position. Make sure the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the headlights and all other looking through the top at the wire fuses in the interior fuse box by...
Page 238 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 with your from one of the other circuits.
Page 239: Fuse Locations
Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 50 A Headlight Main 40 A Power Window Main Not Used 20 A Sub Fan Motor 20 A Main Fan Motor (M/T) 30 A Main Fan Motor (A/T) 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A Blower 10 A...
Page 240 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Left Headlight Low 20 A Headlight High Main 15 A Small (Main) Not Used 20 A Headlight Low Main (7.5 A) (HAC) (7.5 A) (20 A) Moonroof 20 A Door Lock 20 A Driver’s Power Window Not Used...
Page 241: Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be lifted by the rear tires and the organization. Never tow your vehicle front tires must be on the ground, Improper towing preparation will with just a rope or chain.
Page 242 Emergency Towing Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the The steering system can be damaged if bumpers will cause serious damage. the steering wheel is locked. Leave the The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) support the vehicle’s weight.
Page 243: Technical Information
Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....240 Emissions Controls ......247 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 242 The Clean Air Act ..... . 247 your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 244: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. The vehicle identification number COVER (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 245 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into ENGINE NUMBER the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 246: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 176.7 in (4,489 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 61.9 in (1,572 mm) 13.2 US gal (50 ) Height 56.5 in (1,435 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 106.3 in (2,700 mm) coolant Manual 1.37 US gal (5.2 ) Track Front 59.0 in (1,499 mm)
Page 247 Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 236 or the fuse label Charge quantity 14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant oil type SP-10 box door under the steering column.
Page 248 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 249 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 tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 250: Tire Labeling
Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Load index (a numerical code Maximum Tire Pressure have a number of markings. Those associated with the maximum Max Press The maximum air you should be aware of are described load the tire can carry). pressure the tire can below.
Page 251: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
Page 252: Exhaust Emissions Controls
HC, CO, and NOx produced. remain low, you should use only new combustion and minimize the Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that equivalent for repairs. Using lower Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) comes out the tailpipe.
Page 253: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts Keep the engine tuned-up. on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part Have your vehicle diagnosed and or its equivalent. repaired if it is misfiring, back-...
Page 254: State Emissions Testing
State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been the cruise control. When traffic If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 6 allows, drive for 90 seconds emissions test shortly after the hours or more.
Page 255: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada Only)
Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information . 252 ..Warranty Coverages ..... 253 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......254 Authorized Manuals ..... . 255...
Page 256: Customer Service Information
Customer Service Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, PR 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 620-7028 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009...
Page 257: Warranty Coverages
Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Restrictions and exclusions apply to Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the Performance Warranty these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda Warranty Information warranties cover your vehicle’s...
Page 258 Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Seventh Street, SW., Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems DC 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 259: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian (U.S. only) 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 260 Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and companies, please provide dealer or company name, and the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be This manual covers maintenance and recommended sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 261: Index
Index Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ....... . 61, 172 Accessories ........155 Operation ........172 Battery ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Anti-theft, Audio System ....142 Charging System Position) ........77 Anti-theft Steering Column Indicator ......64, 229 Accessory Power Socket .....
Page 262 Index Bulb Replacement Changing Oil Crankcase Emissions Control Back-up Lights ......203 How to ......... 192 System ......... 247 Brake Lights ....... 203 When to ........181 Cruise Control Operation .... . 145 Front Side Marker Lights ..
Page 263 Index Doors Emergency Brake ......97 Filling the Fuel Tank ..... 151 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 79 Emergency Flashers ...... . 72 Filters Auto Door Locking ..... . 79 Emergency Towing ...... . 237 Dust and Pollen ......
Page 264 Index Fuel ..........150 Timing Control System .... . 248 Fill Door and Cap ...... . 151 Important Safety Precautions ..Gauge ..........66 Halogen Headlight Bulbs ....200 Indicators, Instrument Panel ..60 Octane Requirement ....
Page 265 Index Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64, 229 Numbers, Identification ....240 Lubricant Specifications Chart . 242 Keys ........... 74 Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 150 Maintenance ........179 Odometer ......... . 65 Label, Certification ......240 Minder ........
Page 266 Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ..........22 Panel Brightness Control ....72 Radiator Overheating ....226 Reserve Tank, Engine Park Gear Position ......167 Radio/CD Sound System ....108 Coolant ....... . 154, 194 Parking ...........
Page 267 Index System Components ....20 Speed-sensitive Volume Steam Coming from Engine ..226 Use During Pregnancy ....18 Compensation (SVC) ..111, 124 Steering Wheel Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 16 Spotlights ......... . 98 Adjustment ........
Page 268 Index Technical Descriptions Snow ..........213 DOT Tire Quality Grading ..244 Specifications ......243 Emissions Control Systems ..247 Tire Chains ........ . 214 Unexpected, Taking Care Oxygenated Fuels ..... . 150 Tools, Tire Changing ....
Page 269 Index Indicator ........63 Operation ........70 Wheel Adjusting the Steering ....73 Alignment and Balance .... . 211 Compact Spare ......218 Nut Wrench ....... . 220 Windows Operating the Power ....93 Rear, Defogger ......
Page 270: Service Information Summary
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. Transmission Fluid) preferred, or DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or a DEXRON III ATF as a...

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