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Honda 2006 S2000 Owner's Manual

Honda 2006 S2000 Owner's Manual

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Introduction .........................................................................................................................................
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................
Comfort and Convenience Features ..............................................................................................
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index......................................................................................................................................................
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2006 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................

  • Page 2: Owner's Identification Form

    The information and specifications included in this publication were in DELIVERY DATE effect at the time of approval for (Date sold to original retail purchaser) printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to DEALER NAME DEALER NO. discontinue or change...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will This vehicle is equipped with one or be pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

  • Page 4: A Few Words About Safety

    Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle.

  • Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.46) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR GAUGES (P.51) (P.26) PASSENGER’S AIRBAG DRIVER’S AIRBAG (P.9, 20) (P.9, 20) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.86) POWER DOOR LOCK (P.63) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.123) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.68) HAZARD WARNING MIRROR BUTTON...
  • Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS CLOCK SET VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (P.58) (P.101) BUTTON (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.129) (P.54) ENGINE START BUTTON (P.122) HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS WASHERS (P.57) (P.56)

  • Page 7: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..How the SRS Indicator Works . information about how to protect Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ..How the Passenger Airbag Off yourself and your passenger. It Seat Belts ........

  • Page 8: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Control Your Speed Due to the passenger’s airbag hazard, recommendations throughout this you should never carry an infant in a Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths.

  • Page 9: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passenger 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 10: Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 both seating positions. and against a passenger. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out...

  • Page 11: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need Always wear What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the Airbags do not replace seat belts.

  • Page 12: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Locking the doors reduces the Adjust the Seats The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it protect the driver, an adult helps prevent a passenger from passenger or teenage child large...

  • Page 13: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Adjust the Seat-Backs Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious between the center of the steering injury or death if the front wheel and the chest.

  • Page 14: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the Fasten and Position the Seat shoulder part of the belt no longer Belts rests against the occupant’s chest Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the reduces the protective capability of the belt.

  • Page 15: Position

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If necessary, pull up on the belt again If a seat belt does not seem to work Maintain a Proper Sitting to remove any slack, then check that properly, it may not protect the Position the belt rests across the center of occupant in a crash.

  • Page 16: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit position can be seriously or fatally upright and adjust the seat as far injured in a crash by striking interior back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle.

  • Page 17: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Keep your hands and arms away If your Two people should never use the between yourself and a front from the airbag covers. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp hands or arms are close to an...

  • Page 18: Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components If a passenger does not fasten their The seat belts use the same Your seat belt system includes lap/ seat belt, the indicator will come on monitoring system as the airbags.

  • Page 19: Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt Both seat belts have an emergency The lap and shoulder belt goes over retractor. In normal driving, the your shoulder, across your chest, retractor lets you move freely in your and across your hips.

  • Page 20: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

    For added protection, the seat belts the seat belts will remain tight until are equipped with automatic seat they are unbuckled in the normal Honda provides a lifetime warranty belt tensioners. When activated, the manner. on seat belts for U.S. models. See...

  • Page 21: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed. If the automatic seat Not checking or maintaining belt tensioners activate during a seat belts can result in serious crash, they must be replaced.

  • Page 22: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (1) Driver’s Airbag (2) Passenger’s Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (6) Passenger’s Weight Sensors (7) Passenger’s Weight Sensor Unit (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator...
  • Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Weight sensors and unit that An indicator on the dashboard that monitor the weight on the alerts you that the passenger’s Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint passenger’s seat. These airbag has been turned off (see System) airbags.

  • Page 24: How Your Front Airbags Work

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 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 25 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 airbags are dual-stage airbags. Your airbags are also dual-threshold powder from the airbag’s surface. This means they have two inflation airbags.
  • Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Advanced Airbags Your airbags are also advanced airbags. The main purpose of this feature is to help prevent airbag- caused injuries to short drivers and children who ride in the passenger’s seat.

  • Page 27: How The Srs Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an Hanging heavy items on the How the SRS Indicator Works indicator in the center of the passenger seat, or placing heavy The SRS indicator alerts dashboard will come on indicating items in the seat-back pocket.

  • Page 28: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Passenger Airbag Off If no one is riding in the passenger’s the airbags and seat belt tensioners seat, the airbag will be automatically Indicator Works may not work properly when you shut off.

  • Page 29: Airbag Service

    If it is knowledgeable body shop. necessary to remove or modify a seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.

  • Page 30: All Children Must Be Restrained

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Children depend on adults to protect All Children Must Be Restrained A larger child must be restrained them. However, despite their best Each year, many children are injured with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on intentions, many adults do not know or killed in vehicle crashes because a booster seat until the seat belt fits...

  • Page 31: Recommended For Child Passengers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Your Vehicle is Not The Passenger’s Airbag Pose Small Children Recommended for Child Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in Passengers Airbags have been designed to help the passenger’s seat can be The National Highway Traffic Safety protect adults in a moderate to If the vehicle seat is too...

  • Page 32: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models airbag hazards, your vehicle has Sun Visor Dashboard warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the driver’s and passenger’s visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.

  • Page 33: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Leaving children without Never hold a small child on your vehicle. transmitters out of the reach of If you are not wearing a seat adult supervision is illegal in most Even very young...

  • Page 34: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Small Children Because an inflating airbag can We also recommend that a small seriously injure or kill small children, child use the child seat until the child we recommend that you do not carry reaches the weight or height limit a small child as a passenger in this for the seat.

  • Page 35: Selecting A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat If the child seat is not secure, use To provide proper protection, a child After selecting a proper child seat, a different style of child seat that seat should meet three there are three main steps in...

  • Page 36: Installing A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat In this vehicle, a child seat must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of the lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the passenger’s lap/ shoulder belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat.
  • Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull...

  • Page 38: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 larger child age 12 or child should sit in a back seat on a under to ride in the vehicle can booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder result in injury or death if the...

  • Page 39: Using A Booster Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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.

  • Page 40: Vehicle

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Ride in If you decide that a child can safely Physical Size Physically, a child must be large ride in this vehicle, be sure to: This Vehicle As noted earlier, the National enough for the lap/shoulder belt to Highway Traffic Safety...

  • Page 41: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt This could result in across the neck. serious neck injuries during a crash. Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or This could cause under the arm.

  • Page 42: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 Breathing it can cause condition.

  • Page 43: Safety Labels

    Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models Canadian models 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 44 Main Menu...

  • Page 45: Instruments And Controls

    Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Trunk ..........the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Emergency Trunk Opener ..contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Remote Transmitter ....... your vehicle.

  • Page 46: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.110) CRUISE CONTROL (P.103) POWER DOOR LOCK (P.63) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.86) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.68) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.58) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.75) ROOF SWITCH (P.71) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.78)

  • Page 47: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS (P.48) VSA ACTIVATION OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (P.52) INDICATOR (P.50) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.50) VEHICLE STABILITY INFORMAITION ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM DISPLAY (P.133) INDICATOR (P.50) HIGH BEAM ANTI-LOCK BRAKE INDICATOR (P.48) SYSTEM (ABS)

  • Page 48: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If your passenger does not fasten U.S. Canada Parking Brake and indicators to give you important their seat belt, the indicator comes Brake System information about your vehicle. on about seconds after the ignition Indicator...
  • Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Malfunction Indicator Electric Power Steering System Indicator Lamp (EPS) Indicator This indicator comes on when you See page This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator Indicators If this indicator comes on when the This indicator comes on with the The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON high beam headlights.
  • Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Low Fuel Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on for a few This indicator comes on as a seconds when you turn the ignition reminder that you must refuel soon. switch to the ON (II) position. It will When the indicator comes on, there then go off if you have inserted a is about 2.22 US gal (8.4 ) of fuel...
  • Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Maintenance Minder (VSA) System Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) It comes on as a reminder that you...
  • Page 53 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges To reset a trip meter, display it, and TACHOMETER OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR then press and hold the TRIP button SPEEDOMETER until you hear a beep and the TEMPERATURE GAUGE number resets to ‘‘0.0’’. CLOCK BUTTON FUEL GAUGE Select Button TRIP BUTTON...
  • Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Outside Temperature Indicator This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the This indicator displays the outside It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.
  • Page 55 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges NOTE: The temperature must be Check Fuel Cap Indicator If the system still detects a loose or stabilized before doing this If your fuel fill cap is loose or missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction procedure.
  • Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Maintenance Minder Clock When you finish your adjustments, The information display in the The clock displays the time with the press the CLOCK button again. instrument panel shows you the ignition switch in the ON (II) engine oil life and maintenance position.

  • Page 57: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS CLOCK SET BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.57) (P.54) (P.58) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH REMOTE AUDIO (P.129) CONTROLS (P.101) ENGINE START BUTTON (P.122) HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (P.82) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS...

  • Page 58: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Windshield Washers Pull the select a position. wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you The wipers run at high release the lever.

  • Page 59: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the High Beams Push the lever lever to signal a left turn and up to forward until you hear a click. The signal a right turn. To signal a lane high beam indicator will come on change, push lightly on the lever, (see page...
  • Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Instrument Panel Brightness To reduce glare at night, the Hazard Warning Button instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to position. Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on.

  • Page 61: Rear Window Defogger

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Do not push the defogger button when the convertible top is folded. Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.

  • Page 62: Keys And Locks

    Use only Do not drop the keys or set heavy Honda-approved key blanks. objects on them. The master key fits all the locks on Keep the keys away from liquids.

  • Page 63: Immobilizer System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer.

  • Page 64: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch ACCESSORY (I) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this Removing the key from the position. ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can ON (II) This is the normal key cause you to lose control.
  • Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Door Locks, Trunk Power Door Locks To lock the passenger’s door when Trunk getting out of the vehicle, push the LOCK TAB lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull out either the inside or outside door handle and push the lock tab in, then...
  • Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk Keep the trunk lid closed at all times Emergency Trunk Opener while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page MASTER KEY You can also use the master key to As a safety feature, your vehicle has...

  • Page 67: Remote Transmitter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter switch is in the center position) will lights will flash for about 30 seconds. come on when you press the To cancel panic mode, press any LOCK UNLOCK button. If you do not open other button on the remote BUTTON either door within 30 seconds, the...
  • Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats 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 seat forward and To change the seat-back angle, pull backward, pull up on the lever under up on the lever on the outside of the the seat cushion’s front edge.

  • Page 70: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Turn the ignition switch to the ON DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH (II) position to raise or lower either window. To open the window, push Closing a power window on the switch down and hold it. Release someone’s hands or fingers can the switch when you want the cause serious injury.
  • Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- If the MAIN switch is OFF, the tains these extra features: passenger’s window cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch To open the driver’s AUTO off when you have a child in the window fully, push the window vehicle so the child does not get...

  • Page 72: Convertible Top

    Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top The convertible top on your vehicle Lowering the Convertible Top LATCH lowers and raises electrically. Before operating the convertible top, make sure the vehicle is parked on It is advisable to raise the top level ground, the rear defogger is off, whenever you park the vehicle.
  • Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury. Make sure that you, your passenger, or any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top.
  • Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Convertible Top Cover Use the convertible top cover when SNAPS the top is folded to help prevent foreign objects, dirt, etc., from getting into the material and the mechanism. The cover is attached to the body with four snaps: two behind the roll bars, and one on the side of each SNAP...
  • Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Raising the Convertible Top FASTENER STRAP Apply the parking brake. The convertible top will not operate unless the parking brake is fully engaged. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. SNAP Push the ROOF switch forward and hold it.
  • Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Push the locking levers up while Maintenance LATCH holding the tab. When the latch is Dust is the main cause of creaks or in place, release the tab. Make other sounds coming from the sure the convertible top is securely convertible top.
  • Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top, Mirrors To reduce the possibility of leaks: Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Do not lean or sit on an open door. SELECTOR SWITCH Do not push or pull the door glass to open and close the door. The convertible top seals are designed to promote the flow of water off the roof.

  • Page 78: Mirrors, Parking Brake

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake When you finish, move the Parking Brake If you try to drive the vehicle without selector switch to the center (off) releasing the parking brake, the ABS position. This turns the indicator may come on, and the ABS adjustment switch off to keep your may not work properly.

  • Page 79: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET AUDIO PANEL BEVERAGE HOLDER DASHBOARD LOWER POCKET...
  • Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holder Accessory Power Socket Console Compartments Open the beverage holder by This socket is intended to supply The area between the seats has two pushing on the tab. The lid will slide power for 12 volt DC accessories compartments.
  • Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Audio Panel Dashboard Lower Pocket The lever to open the upper compartment is inside the lower To open the audio panel, push on the The dashboard lower pocket is compartment. Push up the lever, and top center, and let the panel swing located next to the audio panel.

  • Page 82: Interior Light

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Light If the switch is in the center position, DOOR the interior light will come on when ACTIVATED you remove the key from the ignition switch. The interior light has a three- When the switch is in the center position switch;...

  • Page 83: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....system in your vehicle provides a Playing the AM/FM Radio .... comfortable driving environment in AM/FM Radio Reception ....all weather conditions. Playing the XM Satellite Radio . Playing a CD ........

  • Page 84: Vents, Heating, And A/C

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON MODE CONTROL DIAL AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON FAN CONTROL LEVER TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL...
  • Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Controlling the Airflow Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the rear window Fan Control Lever on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defogger off and on (see page Push this lever up and down to sent through the system again increase or decrease the fan speed...
  • Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Air flows from the center Ventilation Using the A/C vents in the dashboard above the Air conditioning places an extra load The flow-through ventilation system audio system, the vents on both draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine.
  • Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Dehumidify the Interior airflow feels warm. defroster vents. Once the windshield Air conditioning, as it cools, removes Select to help clear the is clear, select fresh air mode to moisture from the air. When used in rear window.

  • Page 88: Playing The Am/Fm Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio AUTO SELECT INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON SEEK BAR TUNE KNOB POWER/VOLUME KNOB PRESET BUTTONS...
  • Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio To Play the Radio lower frequency. Preset Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM and two ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) SEEK The seek function frequencies on FM.
  • Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio AUTO SELECT If you are To turn off auto select , press the Turn the knob to adjust the setting. traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the When the level reaches the center, longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.

  • Page 91: Am/Fm Radio Reception

    Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM 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 92 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM 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 93: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models) Optional on U.S. models Not available on Canadian models Your vehicle is capable of receiving AM/FM BUTTON TUNE KNOB XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska.
  • Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models) Playing the Satellite Radio You may experience periods when any title or name. Press MORE to XM radio does not transmit the artist view the next 6 letters. The system To listen to satellite radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY name and or the song title...
  • Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models) SCAN The scan function gives To store a channel: Pick the preset button you want you a sampling of all channels while Preset You can store up to 12 for that channel.
  • Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal may be Signal is weaker in of the vehicle may cause satellite blocked by these areas.
  • Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional on U.S. Models) Depending on where you drive, you There may also be other geographic 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give may experience reception problems. situations that could affect satellite them your radio I.D.

  • Page 98: Playing A Cd

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD AM/FM BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR CD BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM INDICATOR POWER/VOLUME KNOB...
  • Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD To Play a CD SKIP Each time you press and To Stop Playing a CD With the ignition switch in the release the side of the skip bar, Press the eject button ( ) to ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) the player skips forward to the...

  • Page 100: Cd Changer

    Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer, Protecting Your CDs Operating the Optional CD Protecting Your CDs Protecting CDs When a CD is not being played, store Changer General Information An optional six disc CD changer is When using CD-R discs, use only it in its case to protect it from dust and other contamination.

  • Page 101: Cd Player Error Messages

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs, CD Player Error Messages CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart below. If you cannot clear the error message, take the vehicle to your dealer.

  • Page 102: Cd Changer Error Messages

    Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the Message cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button, pull out the the vehicle to your dealer.

  • Page 103: Remote Audio Controls

    VOLUME button repeatedly selects AM, FM1, will not function if you install any FM2, or CD (if a CD is loaded), XM1, non-Honda system. XM2 (if you have the optional satellite radio feature). Four controls for the audio system are on the left side of the dashboard The CHANNEL button has two by the instrument panel.

  • Page 104: Radio Theft Protection

    Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is You will have to store your favorite disable itself if it is disconnected disconnected or goes dead, or the stations in the preset buttons after from electrical power for any reason.

  • Page 105: Cruise Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CANCEL BUTTON RESUME/accel accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
  • Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising set speed when you are going up You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: and down hills.
  • Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button, pedal to speed up for passing.
  • Page 108 Main Menu...

  • Page 109: Before Driving

    Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........need to know how to properly store Opening and Closing the luggage or packages.
  • Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation and cause the malfunction indicator Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate lamp on your instrument panel to reliability and performance by paying on premium unleaded gasoline with a come on.
  • Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive. You can be fuel fill door.
  • Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least once. If you RELEASE HANDLE do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
  • Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 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 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Engine Coolant Check Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Every time you slow down and Improving Fuel Economy RESERVE TANK Always maintain your vehicle speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel.

  • Page 115: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt Accessories not overload electrical circuits or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your proper operation. Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
  • Page 116 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 117: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE DOOR POCKETS storage areas: COMPARTMENTS Upper and lower console compartments Dashboard lower pocket Door pockets Console side net Seat-back pocket Trunk However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, which...
  • Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for determining correct load The resulting figure equals the The maximum load for your vehicle limit: available amount of cargo and is 400 lbs (185 kg). This figure luggage load capacity. For includes the total weight of all Locate the statement, ‘‘the example, if the maximum load is...
  • Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
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  • Page 121: Driving

    Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... manual transmission. It also includes Manual Transmission ....important information on parking Parking ...........

  • Page 122: Driving Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Driving Guidelines Your vehicle is designed to give you Because of the low-profile tires optimum handling and performance fitted to your vehicle, the alloy on well-maintained roads. As part of wheels are closer to the ground. Driving over a pothole or road this design, your vehicle has a minimum of ground clearance and...

  • Page 123: Preparing To Drive

    Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments before you drive carrying are stored properly or your passenger has fastened his or your vehicle.

  • Page 124: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but stalls In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 5 with the electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed halfway the drain on the battery.

  • Page 125: Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout 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 speed will enter into the tachometer’s smoothly.
  • Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking, Braking System Parking If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Braking System Always use the parking brake when the front wheels away from the Your vehicle is equipped with disc you park your vehicle. Make sure curb, and put the transmission in brakes at all four wheels.
  • Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you The anti-lock brake system (ABS) brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic helps prevent the brakes from normal.

  • Page 129: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders ABS does not reduce the time or ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM distance it takes to stop the INDICATOR it only helps with steering vehicle; control during braking. ABS will not prevent a skid that results from changing direction such as trying to take a abruptly,...

  • Page 130: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) VSA Activation Indicator Without VSA, your vehicle still has system helps to stabilize the vehicle normal braking and cornering ability, during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the but it does not have VSA traction and more or less than desired.
  • Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System, Towing a Trailer VSA Off Switch VSA and Tire Sizes Towing a Trailer Driving with varying tire or wheel Your vehicle is not designed to tow a sizes may cause the VSA to trailer;...
  • Page 132 Main Menu...

  • Page 133: Maintenance

    Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......This section also includes Changing the Oil and Filter ..

  • Page 134: Maintenance Safety

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 other qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic.

  • Page 135: Maintenance Minder

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Indicator The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items on displayed on the engine oil life TRIP BUTTON the information display to show you display according to this table: when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and...
  • Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) 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 137 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 TRIP button.
  • Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Indicator Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the odometer/ trip meter display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
  • Page 139 5 seconds. The maintenance provide competent, efficient service. items code(s) will disappear, and We recommend using Honda parts the engine oil life will reset to ‘‘100.’’ and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same high-...
  • Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, you are unsure of how to perform devices and systems may be done and license plate lights monthly.
  • Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Check tire inflation and condition Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 Check parking brake adjustment miles (24,000 km).

  • Page 142: 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 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...

  • Page 144: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Blue cap) (Gray cap) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Black handle) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...

  • Page 145: Adding Engine Oil

    American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda motor oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
  • Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter The oil’s viscosity or weight is Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter provided on the container’s label. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter Select the oil for your vehicle it meets the same requirements according to the recommendations in...

  • Page 147: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it. Make sure to clean off any dirt and dust on the connecting surface of a new oil filter. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt.
  • Page 148 Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant Let the engine run for several Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not minutes, then check the drain bolt available, you may use another RESERVE TANK and oil filter for leaks.

  • Page 149: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is completely The coolant level should be up to empty, you should also check the the base of the filler neck. Add coolant level in the radiator. coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any.

  • Page 150: Windshield Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the Fill the reservoir with a good-quality windshield washer reservoir at least windshield washer fluid. This monthly during normal use. increases the cleaning capability and Do not use engine antif reeze or a prevents freezing in cold weather.

  • Page 151: Manual Transmission Fluid

    Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you FILLER BOLT may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a temporary replacement. However,...

  • Page 152: Differential Fluid

    Main Menu Table of Contents Differential Fluid Use an SAE 90 viscosity hypoid gear FILLER BOLT oil, API service classified GL5 or GL6 only. Put a new washer on the filler bolt, then reinstall the filler bolt. Tighten it securely. Tightening torque: 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) The differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according...

  • Page 153: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can The fluid level should be between The fluid level should be between cause corrosion and decrease the life...
  • Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb Halogen bulbs are used for the high The headlights were properly aimed The low beam headlight bulbs are a beam headlight bulbs. When when your vehicle was new. If you type of high voltage discharge tube.
  • Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Make sure the bulb is installed correctly by looking through the headlight lens. The pins on the base of the bulb should fit in the holes in the headlight assembly.
  • Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal and Side Marker/Parking Light Bulbs If you are changing the bulb on the driver’s side, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, then turn off the engine.
  • Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens, and turn it clockwise until it locks.
  • Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Open the trunk. Determine which bulb is burned Remove the socket by turning it out: turn signal or back-up light. one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Remove the fasteners from the trunk lining. To remove a fastener, Remove the burned out bulb by push on the center of the head pulling it straight out of its socket.
  • Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts Install the new bulb into the Cleaning the Seat Belts socket. If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap Push the socket into the light and warm water to clean them.
  • Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, Dust and Pollen Filter make sure it fits properly and that it This filter removes the dust and can be used with the floor mat pollen that is brought in from the anchor.

  • Page 161: Wiper Blades

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Tires Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires BLADE holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate onto the wiper arm.
  • Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot [driven for several miles provides the best combination of month.
  • Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Recommended Tire Pressures Tire Inspection TREAD WEAR INDICATORS The following chart shows the Every time you check inflation, you recommended cold tire pressures for should also examine the tires for most normal and high-speed driving damage, foreign objects, and wear.
  • Page 165 (see page fact that the rear wheels are the driving wheels, you can expect them Improper wheel weights can damage to wear more rapidly than the front your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use tires. only Honda wheel weights f or balancing.
  • Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Replacing Tires and Wheels The ABS works by comparing the Wheel and Tire Specifications Replace your tires with radial tires of speed of the wheels. When replacing Wheels: the same size, load range, speed tires, use the same size originally Front: rating, and maximum cold tire...
  • Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Winter Driving Tire Chains Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Because your vehicle has limited tire Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ Traction devices that are the wrong cable-type traction devices, with weather tread design suitable for size or improperly installed can...

  • Page 168: Checking The Battery

    Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to 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 169: Vehicle Storage

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 170 Main Menu...

  • Page 171: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

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

  • Page 172: Compact Spare Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 173: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, The size difference may also cause TOOL BOX LID stop in a safe place to change it. damage to the rear differential, so do Drive slowly along the shoulder until not mount the compact spare on the you get to an exit or an area that is...
  • Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire SPARE TIRE COVER WHEEL NUT WRENCH JACKING POINT Remove the three clips holding Unscrew the wing bolt, and take Place the jack under the jacking the spare tire cover by pulling the the spare tire out of the spare tire point nearest the tire you need to rings straight back.
  • Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB EXTENSION Use the extension and the wheel Remove the wheel nuts, then Before mounting the spare tire, nut wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire. Handle the wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel nuts carefully;...
  • Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the vehicle to the ground, Tighten the wheel nuts securely in wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack. a crisscross pattern. Have the then tighten them in a crisscross wheel nut torque checked at the pattern with the wheel nut wrench...
  • Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Remove the tool box from the trunk well, and replace the jack, wheel wrench, and extension in the tool box. Place the tool box into the spare tire shelf in the trunk. Replace the spare tire cover.

  • Page 178: If The Engine Won't Start

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Press the ENGINE START button, start falls into two areas, depending then release it. If the headlights do Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you press When you press the ENGINE not dim, check the condition of the...
  • Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or The Starter Operates Normally There may be an electrical go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor’s problem, such as no power to the engine, either the battery is speed sounds normal, or even faster fuel pump.

  • Page 180: Jump Starting

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
  • Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start your vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The reading on your vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in the midrange under most conditions.

  • Page 182: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. If the temperature gauge stays at Put the transmission in neutral, the red mark, turn off the engine. and set the parking brake. Turn Steam and spray from an Look for any obvious coolant leaks, overheated engine can...
  • Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
  • Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 indicators.

  • Page 185: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may go off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle codes are erased.

  • Page 186: Brake System Indicator

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

  • Page 187: Closing The Convertible Top

    Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Convertible Top If the electric motor will not close CONNECTOR the convertible top, do the following. Check the fuse for the convertible top motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
  • Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses The vehicle’s fuses are contained in UNDER-HOOD UNDER-HOOD three fuse boxes. (PRIMARY) (AUXILIARY) INTERIOR The primary under-hood fuse box is The auxiliary fuse box is on the KNOB on the passenger’s side next to the driver’s side, near the brake fluid The interior fuse box is underneath battery.
  • Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses Check each of the large fuses in If something electrical in your the primary under-hood fuse box vehicle stops working, check for a by looking through the top at the blown fuse first.
  • Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you BLOWN do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse Replacing a f use with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating higher rating greatly increases the from one of the other circuits.

  • Page 191: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Windshield Wiper, 10 A Daytime Running Lights Keyless Entry Auto Stop Signal 15 A 15 A Washer Motor 7.5 A Back-up 7.5 A IGP (DBW) 7.5 A Interior Light 7.5 A...
  • Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES (PRIMARY FUSE BOX) Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected Lighting 1 Relay Magnetic Clutch Relay Lighting 2 Relay 20 A Right Headlight Horn Relay 15 A ACG S 40 A Power Window Motor 10 A Hazard Warning Lights...

  • Page 193: Emergency Towing, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing, If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Emergency Towing If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck To use the towing hook: If your vehicle needs to be towed, If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, Remove the cover from the call a professional towing service or mud, or snow, call a towing service bumper.

  • Page 194: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

    Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Screw the towing hook into the extension and tighten it securely by hand. To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle.

  • Page 195: Technical Information

    Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.

  • Page 196: Identification Numbers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
  • Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped on the front right corner of the engine TRANSMISSION NUMBER block, below the valve cover. The transmission number is on a label underneath the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER...

  • Page 198: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 162.0 in (4,115 mm) Fuel tank 13.2 US gal (50 ) Width 68.9 in (1,750 mm) Engine coolant Height 50.6 in (1,285 mm) Change 1.72 US gal (6.5 ) Wheelbase 94.5 in (2,400 mm) Total 2.01 US gal (7.6 ) Track...
  • Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Battery Headlights High 12 V 55 W (H1) Capacity 12 V 36 AH/5 HR 12 V 35 W Front turn signal lights 12 V 21 W Fuses Rear turn signal lights 12 V 21 W Under-hood See page...
  • Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 202: Tire Labeling

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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).

  • Page 203: Emissions Controls

    It is stored in this NOx and HC react to form canister while the engine is off. After photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ Carbon In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, monoxide does not contribute to with the Canadian emission...
  • Page 204 HC, CO, and NOx that in the exhaust system. Through Honda replacement parts or their comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower chemical reactions, it converts HC, emissions control systems are CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust...

  • Page 205: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...

  • Page 206: State Emissions Testing

    Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 6 may vary slightly; this is okay.) If emissions test shortly after the hours or more.

  • Page 207: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)

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

  • Page 208: Customer Service Information

    Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the P.O. Box 190816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Tel: (787) 620-7028...

  • Page 209: Warranty Coverages

    Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda warranty information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s...
  • Page 210 Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Street, SW., Washington, DC, 20590. to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems You can also obtain other Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or information about motor vehicle American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

  • Page 211: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...

  • Page 212: Authorized Manuals

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 213 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement ......Back-up Lights ......Accessories ........Back-up Light Replacement ..Headlights ......... ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Battery Side Turn Signal Lights ... Position) ........Charging System Specifications ......Accessory Power Socket ....Indicator ......46, Turn Signal Lights ....
  • Page 214 Main Menu Index Changing Oil Coolant Dimming the Headlights ....How to ........Adding ........Dipstick When to ........Checking ........Engine Oil ........Charging System Indicator . 46, Proper Solution ......Directional Signals ......Checklist, Before Driving .... Temperature Gauge ....
  • Page 215 Main Menu Index Changing a Flat Tire ....Specifications ......Fuel ..........Charging System Indicator ..Fill Door and Cap ...... Speed Limiter ......Checking the Fuses ....Start Button ....... Gauge ........... Closing the Convertible Top . Starting ........Low Fuel Indicator .....
  • Page 216 Main Menu Index Gearshift Lever Positions Ignition Trunk-open ........Manual Transmission ....Keys ..........Turn Signal and Hazard Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Switch ........... Warning ........(GVWR) ......116, Timing Control System .... VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) . Immobilizer System ......
  • Page 217 Main Menu Index Minder Indicator ......Owner’s Maintenance Change, How to ......Label, Certification ....... Checks ........Change, When to ...... Lane Change, Signaling ....Record ........Checking Engine ...... Lap/Shoulder Belts ....12, Safety .......... Pressure Indicator ....
  • Page 218 Main Menu Index Parking Lights ......... Recommended Shift Speeds ..Safety Defects, Reporting ..PGM-FI System ......Recovery Vehicle, Emergency Safety Features ......... Pollen Filter ........Towing ........Airbags ........... Power Door Locks ......Refueling ........Seat Belts ........Power Socket Location ....
  • Page 219 Main Menu Index Shifting Starting the Engine ....... Temperature Gauge ....... Manual Transmission ....Tensioners, Seat Belts ....In Cold Weather at High Side Turn Signal, Bulb Altitude ........Theft Protection, Radio ....Three Way Catalytic Converter . Replacement ......With a Dead Battery ....
  • Page 220 Main Menu Index Towing Windows, Operating the Power ..A Trailer, Do Not ...... Windshield Emergency Wrecker ....Vehicle Capacity Load ....Cleaning ........Trailer, Do Not Tow a ....Vehicle Dimensions ...... Defroster ........Transmission Vehicle Identification Number ..

  • Page 221: Service Information Summary

    API premium grade 10W-30 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) detergent oil (see page Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid Oil change capacity (including DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or filter): DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary 5.1 US qt (4.8 )

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