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 31SDR620...
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06/08/08 14:14:37 31SDR620_002 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2007 Honda Accord Hybrid was a wise As you read this manual, you will investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This...
Page 4 06/08/08 14:14:42 31SDR620_003 Introduction California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.
Page 5: Important Safety Precautions
06/08/08 14:14:56 31SDR620_004 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.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
06/08/08 14:15:11 31SDR620_006 Contents (main controls) Your Vehicle at a Glance ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) .......... . 57 (climate, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, and HomeLink) Features ........
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Page 9 06/08/08 14:15:36 31SDR620_008 Overview of Contents features. Contents Technical Information A convenient reference to the ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. Before Driving and technical information. What gasoline to use, how to break- Your Vehicle at a Glance in your new vehicle, and how to load Warranty and Customer A quick reference to the main...
Page 10: Your Vehicle At A Glance
06/08/08 14:15:43 31SDR620_009 Your Vehicle at a Glance DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.11, 24) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.11, 24) INDICATORS (P.60) GAUGES (P.67) MIRROR CONTROLS AUDIO SYSTEM (P.93) (P.118) CLIMATE CONTROL POWER DOOR LOCK SYSTEM MASTER SWITCH (P.106) (P.84) SHIFT LEVER (P.172) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES...
Page 11 06/08/08 14:15:50 31SDR620_010 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD PASSENGER AIRBAG BRIGHTNESS WIPERS/WASHERS OFF INDICATOR (P.78) (P.75) (P.33) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.76) HAZARD REMOTE AUDIO WARNING BUTTON CONTROLS (P.79) (P.143) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.147) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER MOONROOF (P.79, 109, 112)
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Page 13: Driver And Passenger Safety (Seat Belts, Srs, And Child Protection)
06/08/08 14:15:57 31SDR620_012 Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Lap/Shoulder Belt ...... . 21 The Passenger’s Front Airbag information about how to protect Automatic Seat Belt Poses Serious Risks ....37 yourself and your passengers. It Tensioners .......
Page 14: Important Safety Precautions
06/08/08 14:16:10 31SDR620_013 Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 15: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
06/08/08 14:16:19 31SDR620_014 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to (10) 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, front and rear crush...
Page 16: Seat Belts
06/08/08 14:16:34 31SDR620_015 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts 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 injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 17: Airbags
06/08/08 14:16:43 31SDR620_016 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle has side airbags to help In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front protect the upper torso of the driver curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and or a front seat passenger during a heads of the driver, front passenger,...
Page 18 06/08/08 14:16:51 31SDR620_017 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 19: Protecting Adults And Teens
06/08/08 14:17:05 31SDR620_018 Protecting Adults and Teens Locking the doors reduces the Introduction Adjust the Front 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, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from and teenage children who are large...
Page 20: Adjust The Seat-Backs
06/08/08 14:17:16 31SDR620_019 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 21: Adjust The Head Restraints
06/08/08 14:17:27 31SDR620_020 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness, and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...
Page 22: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
06/08/08 14:17:36 31SDR620_021 Protecting Adults and Teens This spreads the forces of a crash Fasten and Position the Seat Belts over the strongest bones in your Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 23: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
06/08/08 14:17:47 31SDR620_022 Protecting Adults and Teens Never place the shoulder portion of a Maintain a Proper Sitting RELEASE lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position BUTTONS 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...
Page 24: Advice For Pregnant Women
06/08/08 14:17:56 31SDR620_023 Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of When driving, remember to sit Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle.
Page 25: Additional Safety Precautions
06/08/08 14:18:04 31SDR620_024 Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. If your If they do, they hands or arms are close to an same seat belt. could be very seriously injured in a airbag cover, they could be injured crash.
Page 26: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
06/08/08 14:18:12 31SDR620_025 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts This system monitors the front seat If a front passenger does not fasten Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ belts. If you turn the ignition switch their seat belt, the indicator will shoulder belts in all five seating to the ON (II) position before your come on about 6 seconds after the...
Page 27: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
06/08/08 14:18:22 31SDR620_026 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the indicator comes on or the All seat belts have an emergency Lap/Shoulder Belt beeper sounds when the driver’s seat The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, belt is latched and there is no front your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in...
Page 28 06/08/08 14:18:33 31SDR620_027 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belts in all positions except If a side airbag or side curtain airbag Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners the driver’s have an additional deploys during a side impact, the lockable retractor that must be tensioner on that side of the vehicle activated to secure a child seat (see will also deploy.
Page 29 Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Honda booklet for Warranty Information details.
Page 30: Additional Information About Your Airbags
06/08/08 14:18:52 31SDR620_029 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Airbag System Components Two SRS (supplemental restraint (11) system) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 31 06/08/08 14:19:03 31SDR620_030 Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Sensors that monitor the weight An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page on the front passenger’s seat. If panel that alerts you that the the weight is about 65 lbs (29 kg) passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a or less (the weight of an infant or...
Page 32 06/08/08 14:19:13 31SDR620_031 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt How Your Front Airbags Work 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 33 06/08/08 14:19:25 31SDR620_032 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.
Page 34 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 35 06/08/08 14:19:50 31SDR620_034 Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, a Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work ‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in back against cargo on the seat or the center of the dashboard comes floor behind it.
Page 36 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, if the height...
Page 37 06/08/08 14:20:11 31SDR620_036 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How Your Side Curtain Airbags 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 38 06/08/08 14:20:23 31SDR620_037 Additional Information About Your Airbags If the indicator comes on at any How the Side Airbag Off other time, or does not come on at all, Indicator Works you should have the system checked This indicator Ignoring the SRS indicator can U.S.
Page 39: Passenger Airbag Off Indicator
06/08/08 14:20:36 31SDR620_038 Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects come on.
Page 40 06/08/08 14:20:43 31SDR620_039 Additional Information About Your Airbags Any airbag Airbag Service An airbag ever inflates. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Your airbag systems are virtually that has deployed must be problem. Take your vehicle to an maintenance free, and there are no replaced along with the control authorized dealer as soon as parts you can safely service.
Page 41 Do not expose the front passenger’s accommodate a person with Tampering could cause If water or disabilities, first contact Honda reason. seat-back to liquid. the airbags to deploy, possibly another liquid soaks into the seat- Automobile Customer Service at causing very serious injury.
Page 42: Protecting Children General Guidelines
06/08/08 14:21:01 31SDR620_041 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 43: Protecting Children
06/08/08 14:21:16 31SDR620_042 Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 44 06/08/08 14:21:33 31SDR620_043 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Model: DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISORS children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 45 06/08/08 14:21:43 31SDR620_044 Protecting Children General Guidelines If a child requires close physical If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention attention or frequent visual Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put contact, we strongly recommend children can be properly restrained.
Page 46 06/08/08 14:21:54 31SDR620_045 Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Lock all doors and the trunk when Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. Leaving children without your vehicle is not in use. Children If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most...
Page 47: Protecting Infants And Small Children
06/08/08 14:22:07 31SDR620_046 Protecting Infants and Small Children Two types of seats may be used: a Protecting Infants 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 48 06/08/08 14:22:19 31SDR620_047 Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we We also recommend that a small Protecting Small Children strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat until the child the child seat directly behind the reaches the weight or height limit front passenger’s seat, move the seat for the seat.
Page 49 06/08/08 14:22:33 31SDR620_048 Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags In seating positions and vehicles not Selecting a Child Seat that automatically turn the When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- passenger’s front airbag off (see to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed...
Page 50: Installing A Child Seat
06/08/08 14:22:45 31SDR620_049 Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should fit the Installing a Child Seat vehicle seating position (or After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 51: Installing A Child Seat
06/08/08 14:22:57 31SDR620_050 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with 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 52 06/08/08 14:23:06 31SDR620_051 Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP HOOK forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. Flexible type ANCHOR Other LATCH-compatible seats Lift the head restraint (see page have a flexible-type connection as ), then route the tether strap shown above.
Page 53 06/08/08 14:23:17 31SDR620_052 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 lockable retractor...
Page 54 06/08/08 14:23:24 31SDR620_053 Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the lockable retractor 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 55 06/08/08 14:23:37 31SDR620_054 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor Tether TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR ANCHOR TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS After properly securing the child After properly securing the child A child seat with a tether can be seat (see page ), lift the head...
Page 56: Protecting Larger Children
06/08/08 14:23:46 31SDR620_055 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...
Page 57 06/08/08 14:23:58 31SDR620_056 Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross to drive. Using a Booster Seat 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 58 06/08/08 14:24:12 31SDR620_057 Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely When Can a Larger Child Sit in 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...
Page 59 06/08/08 14:24:19 31SDR620_058 Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. Devices intended to 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 60: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
06/08/08 14:24:29 31SDR620_059 Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. Carbon exhaust gas into your vehicle’s monoxide should not enter the interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. vehicle in normal driving if you condition.
Page 61: Safety Labels
06/08/08 14:25:24 31SDR620_060 Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential U.S. model Canadian model hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
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Page 63: Instruments And Controls (Indicators, Gauges, Dashboard, And Steering Column)
06/08/08 14:25:32 31SDR620_062 Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Instrument Panel Indicators ... 60 Ignition Switch ........ . 83 the controls and displays that Gauges ..........67 Door Locks ........84 contribute to the daily operation of Information Display ....
Page 64: Control Locations
06/08/08 14:25:40 31SDR620_063 Control Locations CRUISE CONTROLS (P.147) INDICATORS (P.60) GAUGES (P.67) HAZARD WARNING MOONROOF SWITCH BUTTON (P.97) (P.79) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.93) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.118) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.84) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.106) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.94) TRUNK RELEASE LEVER SHIFT LEVER (P.88) (P.172)
Page 65: Instrument Panel
06/08/08 14:25:47 31SDR620_064 Instrument Panel ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.61) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.60) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.63) INDICATOR (P.64) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) SECURITY SYSTEM CHARGING SYSTEM CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.65) (P.60) INDICATOR (P.64) INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
Page 66: Instrument Panel Indicators
06/08/08 14:26:02 31SDR620_065 Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Parking Brake and Brake Seat Belt Reminder indicators to give you important System Indicator Indicator information about your vehicle. This indicator comes on when you U.S. Canada turn the ignition switch to the ON Low Oil Pressure (II) position.
Page 67 06/08/08 14:26:13 31SDR620_066 Instrument Panel Indicators If your front passenger does not Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada fasten their seat belt, the indicator System Indicator Side Airbag Off comes on about 6 seconds after the This indicator comes on briefly when Indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON you turn the ignition switch to the...
Page 68 06/08/08 14:26:29 31SDR620_067 Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Door and Trunk Open Monitor (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 69 06/08/08 14:26:39 31SDR620_068 Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Hazard Warning Indicators This indicator reminds you that the The left or right turn signal indicator exterior lights are on. It comes on blinks when you signal a lane change when the light switch is in either the or turn.
Page 70 06/08/08 14:26:48 31SDR620_069 Instrument Panel Indicators Security System Indicator Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Indicator If this indicator comes on when the This indicator comes on with the SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR ignition switch is turned to the ON high beam headlights. For more (II) position and the parking brake is information, see page released, it means there is a problem...
Page 71 06/08/08 14:27:05 31SDR620_070 Instrument Panel Indicators Cruise Control Main Maintenance Minder Immobilizer System Indicator Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on for a few This indicator comes on for a few turn on the cruise control master seconds when you turn the ignition seconds when you turn the ignition button (see page...
Page 72 06/08/08 14:27:18 31SDR620_071 Instrument Panel Indicators If the power steering system Electric Power Steering IMA System Indicator (EPS) Indicator overheats while driving, the assist is This indicator normally comes on reduced and steering may feel This indicator normally comes on for when you turn the ignition switch to slightly harder.
Page 73 06/08/08 14:27:25 31SDR620_072 Gauges TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY TRIP METER SELECT/RESET KNOB CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE INFORMATION DISPLAY IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE U.S. model is shown. CONTINUED...
Page 74 06/08/08 14:27:34 31SDR620_073 Gauges Information Display Odometer Outside Temperature Display The information display provides The odometer shows the total This display shows the outside various information; odometer, distance your vehicle has been temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. outside temperature, trip meter, trip driven.
Page 75 06/08/08 14:27:44 31SDR620_074 Gauges If the outside temperature is When you turn the ignition switch to Trip Meter incorrectly displayed, you can adjust This meter shows the number of the ON (II) position, what you last it up to 5°F ( 3°C) warmer or miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) selected is displayed.
Page 76 06/08/08 14:27:57 31SDR620_075 Gauges It shows the number of mpg (U.S.) Average Fuel Mileage Turning Off the Average Fuel or l/100 km (Canada). Mileage Display AVERAGE FUEL You can temporarily turn off the MILEAGE DISPLAY When you reset a trip meter, the average fuel mileage display.
Page 77 06/08/08 14:28:06 31SDR620_076 Gauges The gauge reading may drop near Since the level is not read directly, IMA Battery Level Gauge the bottom under driving conditions small sensing errors can, over time, IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE that require assistance for a long cause the gauge to read higher than time, such as prolonged acceleration the actual battery level.
Page 78 06/08/08 14:28:16 31SDR620_077 Gauges If the IMA battery is too hot or too Charge/Assist Gauge Temperature Gauge cold, the IMA system shuts down to This shows the temperature of the protect the battery. This disables the engine’s coolant. During normal IMA assist and auto idle stop, even operation, the reading should be in though the battery level gauge may...
Page 79 06/08/08 14:28:27 31SDR620_078 Gauges If the system still detects a leak in Fuel Gauge Check Fuel Cap Message This shows how much fuel you have. Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic your vehicle’s evaporative emissions It may show slightly more or less system will detect a loose or missing system, the malfunction indicator than the actual amount.
Page 80: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
06/08/08 14:28:35 31SDR620_079 Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR BRIGHTNESS WIPERS/WASHERS (P.78) (P.75) (P.33) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.76) HAZARD REMOTE AUDIO WARNING BUTTON CONTROLS (P.79) (P.143) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.147) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER MOONROOF (P.79, 109, 112)
Page 81: Wipers And Washers
06/08/08 14:28:45 31SDR620_080 Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to The wipers run at low speed. Windshield Wiper select a position. The wipers run at high speed. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. Windshield Washer Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and...
Page 82: Turn Signals And Headlights
06/08/08 14:28:56 31SDR620_081 Turn Signals and Headlights Push down on the If you leave the lights on with the Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal 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 in chime when you open the driver’s...
Page 83 06/08/08 14:29:05 31SDR620_082 Turn Signals and Headlights To turn on the high If you remove the key from the High Beams Automatic Lighting Off Feature beams, push the lever forward until This feature turns off the headlights, ignition switch with the headlight you hear a click.
Page 84 06/08/08 14:29:16 31SDR620_083 Turn Signal and Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness brightness when you turn the Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness With the headlight switch off, the ignition switch to the ON (II) high beam headlights and the high position. beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn If you do not insert the key in the...
Page 85 06/08/08 14:29:27 31SDR620_084 Hazard Warning Light, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger HAZARD WARNING BUTTON Vehicles without navigation system Vehicles with navigation system Push the button between the center The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear vents to turn on the hazard warning fog, frost, and thin ice from the and you have good visibility before...
Page 86: Steering Wheel Adjustment
06/08/08 14:29:35 31SDR620_085 Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Insert the key in the ignition before you start driving. switch, and unlock the steering column. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured...
Page 87 Use KEYS WITH (LIGHT GREY) NUMBER REMOTE locked the steering wheel in place only Honda-approved key blanks. TRANSMITTER by trying to move it up, down, in, and out. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system.
Page 88: Immobilizer System
06/08/08 14:29:55 31SDR620_087 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 89: Ignition Switch
06/08/08 14:30:05 31SDR620_088 Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open you turn the key.
Page 90: Door Locks
06/08/08 14:30:15 31SDR620_089 Door Locks All doors can be locked from the POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH outside by using the key in the LOCK TAB driver’s door. To unlock only the driver’s door, insert the key, turn it clockwise, and release it. The Lock remaining doors unlock when you Unlock...
Page 91 06/08/08 14:30:25 31SDR620_090 Door Locks, Remote Transmitter Press this button once Childproof Door Locks Remote Transmitter UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it LEVER twice to unlock the other doors. Some exterior lights will flash twice LOCK each time you press the button. UNLOCK BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 92: Remote Transmitter
06/08/08 14:30:41 31SDR620_091 Remote Transmitter If you unlock the doors with the Remote Transmitter Care remote transmitter, but do not open Avoid dropping or throwing the any of the doors within 30 seconds, transmitter. the doors automatically relock. Protect the transmitter from After the doors automatically relock, extreme temperature.
Page 93 06/08/08 14:30:50 31SDR620_092 Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery from the As required by the FCC: back of the inner cover, and note This device complies with Part 15 of the the polarity. Make sure the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the polarity of the new battery is the following two conditions: (1) This device same (...
Page 94 06/08/08 14:30:59 31SDR620_093 Trunk To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid. Pull See page for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
Page 95 06/08/08 14:31:09 31SDR620_094 Trunk, Armrest To open the trunk, push the release Emergency Trunk Opener Armrest lever to the left. RELEASE LEVER Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page As a safety feature, your vehicle has To use the console lid as an armrest,...
Page 96 06/08/08 14:31:22 31SDR620_095 Seat Heaters, Seats After the seat reaches a comfortable Seat Heaters Adjusting the Driver’s Seat temperature, select LO by pushing See pages for important safety the back of the switch. This will keep information and warnings about how to the seat warm.
Page 97 06/08/08 14:31:34 31SDR620_096 Seats Driver’s Lumbar Support Adjusting the Passenger’s Seat Moves the seat forward and backward. Moves the front of the seat up or down and To change the lumbar support, move To adjust the seat forward or the rear of the seat up the lever on the right side of the backward, pull up on the bar under or down.
Page 98 06/08/08 14:31:42 31SDR620_097 Seats They are most effective when you Head Restraints adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint. The front and rear head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint.
Page 99 06/08/08 14:31:53 31SDR620_098 Mirrors Push or pull the adjustment knob Adjusting the Power Mirrors right, left, up, or down to move the mirror. When you finish, turn the adjustment knob to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment knob to keep your setting.
Page 100 06/08/08 14:32:03 31SDR620_099 Mirrors, Power Windows Power Mirror Heaters Power Windows HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them. AUTO To open the driver’s DRIVER’S WINDOW MAIN SWITCH...
Page 101: Power Windows
06/08/08 14:32:13 31SDR620_100 Power Windows To open or close the driver’s window If the driver’s If your vehicle’s battery is AUTO REVERSE partially, push down or pull back on window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the the window switch lightly and hold it.
Page 102 06/08/08 14:32:27 31SDR620_101 Power Windows The power window system has a key- Power Window Control off delay function. The windows will Operations UNLOCK BUTTON still operate for up to 10 minutes Opening the Windows with the after you turn off the ignition switch. Remote Transmitter Opening either front door cancels You can open all of the windows...
Page 103 06/08/08 14:32:41 31SDR620_102 Power Windows, Moonroof Turn the key clockwise again, and To tilt up the back of the moonroof, Moonroof hold it. All four windows start to press and hold the center button open. To stop the windows, . To close the moonroof, press release the key.
Page 104 06/08/08 14:32:49 31SDR620_103 Moonroof, Parking Brake The moonroof has a key-off delay Parking Brake function. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes Opening or closing the BUTTON after you turn off the ignition switch. moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious The key-off delay function cancels as...
Page 105 06/08/08 14:33:00 31SDR620_104 Parking Brake, Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror If you drive without fully releasing Sun Visor Vanity Mirror the parking brake, the beeper sounds continuously. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. To use a sun visor, pull it down.
Page 106: Interior Convenience Items
06/08/08 14:33:08 31SDR620_105 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders FRONT DOOR POCKET and CONSOLE COMPARTMENT and Be careful when you are using the ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your CENTER POCKET, COIN POCKET and ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET passengers.
Page 107 06/08/08 14:33:20 31SDR620_106 Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Center CD Pocket RIGHT LEVER LEFT LEVER Push CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray For vehicles without Navigation System pull up on the right lever and lift the located in the console compartment To open the center CD pocket, push- armrest.
Page 108 06/08/08 14:33:27 31SDR620_107 Interior Convenience Items Sunglasses Holder Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. GLOVE BOX To open the sunglasses holder, push Open the glove box by pulling the...
Page 109 06/08/08 14:33:33 31SDR620_108 Interior Convenience Items Coat Hook To use a coat hook, slide it out slightly, then pull it down. Make sure the coat hook is pulled up when you are not using it. This hook is not designed for large or heavy items.
Page 110: Interior Lights
06/08/08 14:33:44 31SDR620_109 Interior Lights Ceiling Lights Individual Interior Lights The courtesy lights in the front doors come on when you open any CENTER door. The light around the ignition switch only comes on when you open the driver’s door. After you close the door, the ignition switch light stays on for several seconds.
Page 111: Features
06/08/08 14:33:51 31SDR620_110 Features Your heating and air conditioning Climate Control System ....106 Playing the XM Satellite system provides a comfortable Dual Temperature Control ... 115 Radio ........137 environment in all weather Climate Control Sensors ....
Page 112: Climate Control System
06/08/08 14:33:58 31SDR620_111 Climate Control System Without navigation system TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (U.S. model shown) FAN SPEED TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL INDICATOR (DRIVER’S SIDE) (PASSENGER’S SIDE) MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS A/C BUTTON REAR WINDOW AUTO BUTTON DEFOGGER BUTTON OFF BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON DUAL BUTTON...
Page 113 06/08/08 14:34:04 31SDR620_112 Climate Control System With navigation system (U.S. model shown) TEMPERATURE DISPLAY AIR CONDITIONING ICONS A/C BUTTON FAN CONTROL ICONS MODE ICONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS (PASSENGER’S SIDE) BUTTONS (DRIVER’S SIDE) AUTO BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON OFF BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON DUAL BUTTON...
Page 114 06/08/08 14:34:17 31SDR620_113 Climate Control System Voice Control System Fan Control Temperature Control Only on models equipped with On vehicles without navigation system On vehicles without navigation system You can manually select the fan Turn the temperature control dial on navigation system The climate control system for your speed by pressing the fan control...
Page 115 06/08/08 14:34:30 31SDR620_114 Climate Control System When the A/C is off, the airflow Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button On vehicles without navigation system temperature does not fall below the When the recirculation indicator is Press the A/C button to turn the air outside air temperature.
Page 116 06/08/08 14:34:47 31SDR620_115 Climate Control System When you select , the system Mode Control Ventilation Use the mode control buttons or automatically switches to fresh air The flow-through ventilation system icons to select the vents the air flows mode and turns on the A/C. draws in outside air, circulates it from.
Page 117 06/08/08 14:35:01 31SDR620_116 Climate Control System Using the Heater Using the A/C On vehicles with navigation system The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load Press the A/C button; the manual warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 118 06/08/08 14:35:13 31SDR620_117 Climate Control System To Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in windows: Select .
Page 119 06/08/08 14:35:24 31SDR620_118 Climate Control System Press the AUTO button. The system automatically selects the Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control proper mix of conditioned and/or system adjusts the fan speed and heated air that will, as quickly as On vehicles without navigation system airflow levels to maintain the interior Set the desired temperature by...
Page 120 06/08/08 14:35:35 31SDR620_119 Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation To Turn Everything Off You can manually select various Press the OFF button. However, a functions of the automatic climate lack of airflow can cause the control system when it is in AUTO. windows to fog up.
Page 121: Dual Temperature Control
06/08/08 14:35:45 31SDR620_120 Dual Temperature Control On vehicles without navigation system Without navigation system Your vehicle has two temperature control dials, one for the driver, and one for the front passenger. On vehicles with navigation system DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE Your vehicle has four temperature TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE...
Page 122 06/08/08 14:35:51 31SDR620_121 Dual Temperature Control To set the driver’s side temperature to a different value than the passenger’s, press the DUAL button, then turn the driver’s control dial or DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE press the buttons on the driver’s side. To set the passenger’s side to a different value than the driver’s, turn the passenger’s control dial or press the...
Page 123: Climate Control Sensors
06/08/08 14:35:56 31SDR620_122 Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.
Page 124: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
06/08/08 14:36:04 31SDR620_123 Playing the AM/FM Radio Without navigation system With navigation system (U.S. model shown) (U.S. model shown) PRESET BARS STEREO INDICATOR UPPER DISPLAY AM/FM BUTTON A.SEL AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON TUNE SCAN BUTTON PRESET ICONS SEEK BAR SEEK BAR SCAN BUTTON SOUND BUTTON...
Page 125 06/08/08 14:36:16 31SDR620_124 Playing the AM/FM Radio Voice Control System To Play the Radio To Select a Station Only on models equipped with The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. find radio stations on the selected navigation system The audio system for your vehicle...
Page 126 06/08/08 14:36:26 31SDR620_125 Playing the AM/FM Radio The scan function samples Each side of the bars (1 Pick the preset number (1 SCAN Preset all stations with strong signals on the 6) or preset icon can store one you want for that station. Press selected band.
Page 127 06/08/08 14:36:32 31SDR620_126 Playing the AM/FM Radio The preset frequencies may be lost if If you are If you do not like the stations Auto AUTO SELECT your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is traveling far from home and can no Select has stored, you can store disconnected, or the radio fuse is longer receive your preset stations,...
Page 128 06/08/08 14:36:44 31SDR620_127 Playing the AM/FM Radio The system will automatically return Adjusting the Sound On vehicles without navigation system Press the SOUND button or icon, or Each mode is shown in the display as the display to the selected audio press the TUNE knob repeatedly to it changes.
Page 129 06/08/08 14:36:54 31SDR620_128 Playing the AM/FM Radio 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 130 06/08/08 14:37:02 31SDR620_129 Playing the AM/FM Radio As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 131: Playing A Cd
06/08/08 14:37:11 31SDR620_130 Playing a CD Without navigation system With navigation system (U.S. model shown) (U.S. model shown) UPPER DISPLAY CD/AUX XM SCAN BUTTON RPT BUTTON CD/AUX XM AUDIO BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SCAN BUTTON BUTTON SEEK BAR EJECT BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK/SKIP CD SLOT...
Page 132 06/08/08 14:37:21 31SDR620_131 Playing a CD, CD Changer To play the radio when a CD is To Play a CD For vehicles with Satellite Radio To load or play CDs, the ignition playing, press the AM/FM button. To listen to satellite radio when a CD switch must be in the ACCESSORY Press the CD button again to switch is playing, press the CD/AUX XM...
Page 133 06/08/08 14:37:31 31SDR620_132 Playing a CD, CD Changer You can also load a CD into an empty To select a different disc, press the Loading CDs in the In-dash CD Changer position while a CD is playing. Select appropriate side of a preset bar Press and hold the LOAD button the empty position (the disc number (1 6) or use the Preset 5 (DISC...
Page 134 06/08/08 14:37:44 31SDR620_133 Playing a CD, CD Changer Press the RDM On vehicles without navigation system RANDOM On vehicles with navigation system SEEK/SKIP Push the button to play the tracks in random To use the controls, press the play the next track on the disc. Push order.
Page 135 06/08/08 14:37:49 31SDR620_134 Playing a CD, CD Changer When you touch When you touch the When you TRACK SCAN DISC SCAN TRACK RANDOM this icon on the audio display or DISC SCAN icon on the audio touch the TRACK RANDOM icon on press the SCAN button, you will get display, or press and hold the SCAN the audio display, the system plays...
Page 136 06/08/08 14:37:58 31SDR620_135 Playing a CD, CD Changer To play a tape when a CD is playing, To Stop Playing a CD Removing CDs from the Changer Press the eject button ( ) to insert a tape in the player (optional). To remove the disc that is currently remove the CD.
Page 137: Cd Player Error Messages
06/08/08 14:38:09 31SDR620_136 CD Player Error Messages The chart on the right explains the Error Message Cause Solution error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. Press the eject button and pull out the disc. If you see an error message in the FOCUS Error Check if the disc is inserted correctly in the CD display while playing a disc, press...
Page 138: Protecting Your Cds
06/08/08 14:38:21 31SDR620_137 Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs Play only standard round CDs. When a CD is not being played, store Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the it in its case to protect it from dust drive or cause other problems. and other contamination.
Page 139 06/08/08 14:38:30 31SDR620_138 Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) Without navigation system With navigation system (U.S. model shown) (U.S. model shown) RPT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR RPT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION UPPER INDICATOR DISPLAY CD/AUX XM BUTTON BUTTON CD/AUX XM TAPE BUTTON DIRECTION ICONS AUDIO...
Page 140 06/08/08 14:38:38 31SDR620_139 Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) Dolby noise reduction turns on To Play a Tape To Stop Playing a Tape Optional on all U.S. models when you insert a tape. The To remove the tape, press the eject The ignition switch must be in the indicator will light in the button.
Page 141 06/08/08 14:38:47 31SDR620_140 Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) Press the side to find Tape Search Functions SKIP On vehicles with navigation system FF/REW To rewind the tape, the beginning of the current song or If you see the error message push the preset 1 (REW) side of the passage.
Page 142 06/08/08 14:38:54 31SDR620_141 Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) If you do not clean the tape player If the tape is loose, tighten it by Caring for the Tape and Player The tape player picks up dirt and regularly, it may eventually become turning the hub with a pencil or your oxides from the tape.
Page 143 06/08/08 14:39:05 31SDR620_142 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Satellite Digital Radio Without navigation system With navigation system Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CATEGORY/CHANNEL CATEGORY/CHANNEL United States, except Hawaii and MODE INDICATOR MODE INDICATOR Alaska.
Page 144 06/08/08 14:39:18 31SDR620_143 Playing the XM Satellite Radio To Play XM Satellite Radio To Select a Channel SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) The ignition switch must be in the When in the satellite radio mode, seek/skip function selects the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) you can use any of three methods to various categories in XM, such as position.
Page 145 06/08/08 14:39:26 31SDR620_144 Playing the XM Satellite Radio The scan function samples Each preset icon or button SCAN Preset On vehicles with navigation system all channels for 5 seconds. To can store one channel in XM1 and Once your XM channels are preset, activate the function, push the SCAN one in XM2.
Page 146 06/08/08 14:39:33 31SDR620_145 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Satellite Radio Signals Satellite radio receives signals from Signals may be blocked by mountains or two satellites to produce clear, high- large obstacles to the south. quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, satellite radio also allows you to view channel...
Page 147 06/08/08 14:39:43 31SDR620_146 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: Receiving Satellite Radio Service may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly If your XM Radio service has expired Interference can be caused by any of or you purchased your vehicle from approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...
Page 148 06/08/08 14:39:48 31SDR620_147 Playing the XM Satellite Radio While awaiting activation, make sure To get your XM Satellite radio ID number: your vehicle remains in an open area Turn the TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ with good reception. Once your appears in the display. Your I.D. will audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’...
Page 149: Remote Audio Controls
06/08/08 14:39:56 31SDR620_148 Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top the desired volume is reached, then ( ) of the CH button.
Page 150: Radio Theft Protection
06/08/08 14:40:05 31SDR620_149 Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is discon- digits the same way. disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, the audio from electrical power for any reason. system will disable itself. If this If you make a mistake entering the To make it work again, you must happens, you will see ‘‘CODE’’...
Page 151: Setting The Clock
06/08/08 14:40:15 31SDR620_150 Setting the Clock On vehicles without navigation system Without navigation system If your vehicle’s battery is (U.S. model shown) disconnected or goes dead, you may DIGITAL CLOCK need to set the clock. Press and hold the SOUND button until you hear a beep.
Page 152: Security System
06/08/08 14:40:23 31SDR620_151 Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR your vehicle and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the of headlights, parking lights, side alarm.
Page 153: Cruise Control
06/08/08 14:40:32 31SDR620_152 Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Press and release the SET/ Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering CRUISE BUTTON without keeping your foot on the wheel.
Page 154 06/08/08 14:40:44 31SDR620_153 Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Changing the Set Speed 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 155 06/08/08 14:40:52 31SDR620_154 Cruise Control Pressing the CRUISE button turns Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button, the system completely off and erases of these ways: or tap the brake pedal, the system the previous cruising speed.
Page 156: Homelink Universal Transceiver
06/08/08 14:41:03 31SDR620_155 HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink universal reverse if an obstacle is detected Training HomeLink transceiver built into your vehicle during closing, increasing the risk of Before you begin If you just can be programmed to operate up to injury.
Page 157 06/08/08 14:41:18 31SDR620_156 HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the red indicator in HomeLink second. continues to flash slowly (does If the button works, not flash rapidly), your remote programming is complete. transmitter may stop If the button does not work go transmitting after a short time.
Page 158 06/08/08 14:41:28 31SDR620_157 HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the button on Training With a Rolling Code TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 159 06/08/08 14:41:41 31SDR620_158 HomeLink Universal Transceiver If a standard transmitter was Erasing Codes As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
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Page 161: Before Driving (Fuel, Vehicle Break-In, And Cargo Loading)
06/08/08 14:41:48 31SDR620_160 Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......156 vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....156 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..157 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 162 06/08/08 14:42:00 31SDR620_161 Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation your dealer for service. Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump Some gasoline today is blended with extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
Page 163 06/08/08 14:42:11 31SDR620_162 Service Station Procedure Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Refueling You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable The fuel fill cap is attached to the and explosive. You can be Push burned or seriously injured fuel filler with a tether.
Page 164 06/08/08 14:42:21 31SDR620_163 Service Station Procedure Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least once. If you HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page ).
Page 165 06/08/08 14:42:34 31SDR620_164 Service Station Procedure Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK (orange handle) Lift the hood up most of the way. Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and The hydraulic supports will lift it up engine off before you check the oil.
Page 166 06/08/08 14:42:40 31SDR620_165 Service Station Procedure Refer to Engine Coolant Check Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page for information RESERVE TANK about checking other items on your vehicle. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 167 06/08/08 14:42:48 31SDR620_166 Fuel Economy Always drive in the highest gear Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle possible. according to the maintenance messages displayed on the Try to maintain a constant speed. information display. See Owner’s Every time you slow down and Maintenance Checks on page speed up, your vehicle uses extra...
Page 168 Accessories or killed. Be sure electronic accessories do Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 169 Here are some examples: safety features can 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 170: Carrying Cargo
06/08/08 14:43:19 31SDR620_169 Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient DOOR POCKETS CONSOLE COMPARTMENT storage areas: CENTER POCKET Glove box Door pockets Seat-back pockets Trunk Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if installed) 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 171 06/08/08 14:43:31 31SDR620_170 Carrying Cargo Steps for Determining Correct Load Determine the combined weight Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle Limit: of luggage and cargo being loaded is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure Locate the statement, ‘‘the on the vehicle.
Page 172 06/08/08 14:43:43 31SDR620_171 Carrying Cargo If you carry large items that Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on Carrying Cargo in the Passenger a Roof Rack prevent you from closing the trunk Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the lid, exhaust gas can enter the Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the passenger area.
Page 173 06/08/08 14:43:51 31SDR620_172 Carrying Cargo Do not spill any liquids over the air IMA Battery Air Intake IMA Battery Air Vent intake or put any small foreign AIR INTAKE objects in it. This may damage the AIR VENT IMA battery and the power control unit.
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Page 175: Driving
06/08/08 14:43:58 31SDR620_174 Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......170 starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ......171 conditions, and how to operate the Automatic Transmission ....172 automatic transmission. It also Shift Lever Position includes important information on Indicators...
Page 176 06/08/08 14:44:11 31SDR620_175 Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check and adjustments before you drive pages the gauges and indicators in the your vehicle. instrument panel (see pages Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see...
Page 177: Starting The Engine
06/08/08 14:44:22 31SDR620_176 Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Starting in Cold Weather In cold weather, conventional starter In cold weather, turn off all is used instead of the IMA system The immobilizer system protects your electrical accessories to reduce starter.
Page 178: Automatic Transmission
06/08/08 14:44:32 31SDR620_177 Automatic Transmission If the malfunction indicator lamp To shift from Park to any position, Shift Lever Position Indicators comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ press firmly on the brake pedal and indicator, there is a problem with the press the release button on the front automatic transmission control of the shift lever, then pull the lever.
Page 179 06/08/08 14:44:40 31SDR620_178 Automatic Transmission This position mechani- Press the brake This position is similar Park (P) Reverse (R) Drive (D ) cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and press the release button to to D, except only the first three Park whenever you are turning off or shift from Park to Reverse.
Page 180 06/08/08 14:44:49 31SDR620_179 Automatic Transmission This position locks To shift from second to Second (2) First (1) Engine Speed Limiter the transmission in second gear. It first, press the release button on the If you exceed the maximum speed does not downshift to first gear front of the shift lever.
Page 181 06/08/08 14:44:57 31SDR620_180 Automatic Transmission Insert the key in the shift lock Shift Lock Release COVER This allows you to move the shift release slot. lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work.
Page 182 06/08/08 14:45:03 31SDR620_181 Automatic Transmission If you need to use the shift lock RELEASE release, it means your vehicle is BUTTON developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to neutral.
Page 183 06/08/08 14:45:18 31SDR620_182 Automatic Transmission The engine restarts when you During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA Auto Idle Stop Your vehicle has an auto idle stop release the brake pedal. Even while charge and power brake vacuum system. After your vehicle comes to you are pressing down on the brake reserve is monitored by the system.
Page 184 06/08/08 14:45:25 31SDR620_183 Automatic Transmission If you open the driver’s door when Auto Idle Stop Indicator Auto Stop is active, the indicator will AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR blink and you will hear a continuous beep. The beep will stop when you close the door.
Page 185 06/08/08 14:45:36 31SDR620_184 Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly, or windows are closed.
Page 186: Braking System
06/08/08 14:45:44 31SDR620_185 Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Braking System Design brakes. A power assist helps reduce through deep water. Apply the The hydraulic system that operates the effort needed on the brake pedal. brakes moderately to see if they feel the brakes has two separate circuits.
Page 187: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
06/08/08 14:45:52 31SDR620_186 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the wheels from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise. This is If this indicator comes on, the anti- steering control by pumping the normal: it is the ABS rapidly...
Page 188 06/08/08 14:46:00 31SDR620_187 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Test your brakes as instructed on Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a page . If the brakes feel normal, ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or drive slowly and have your vehicle distance it takes to stop the...
Page 189: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
06/08/08 14:46:10 31SDR620_188 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System The vehicle stability assist (VSA) If the indicator does not come on VSA Activation Indicator system helps to stabilize the vehicle when the ignition switch is turned to during cornering if the vehicle turns When VSA activates, you will see the the ON (II) position, there may be a more or less than desired.
Page 190 06/08/08 14:46:21 31SDR620_189 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch VSA and Tire Sizes In certain unusual conditions when Driving with varying tire or wheel VSA OFF SWITCH your vehicle gets stuck in shallow sizes may cause the VSA to mud or fresh snow, it may be easier malfunction.
Page 191 06/08/08 14:46:28 31SDR620_190 Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed Load Limits primarily to 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 192: Towing A Trailer
06/08/08 14:46:37 31SDR620_191 Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60 % of the load (GAWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle toward the front of the trailer and The total weight of each axle must and trailer weights are within limits 40 % toward the rear, then re-adjust...
Page 193 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 194 06/08/08 14:46:54 31SDR620_193 Towing a Trailer Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and provinces require agency if any other items are comply with federal and state special outside mirrors when towing recommended or required for your regulations.
Page 195 06/08/08 14:47:07 31SDR620_194 Towing a Trailer Your vehicle tires and spare are Pre-Tow Checklist Towing Speeds and Gears When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page Drive slower than normal in all driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are driving situations, and obey posted following:...
Page 196 06/08/08 14:47:17 31SDR620_195 Towing a Trailer When driving down hills, reduce Making Turns and Braking Backing Up Make turns more slowly and wider your speed, and shift down to second Always drive slowly and have than normal. The trailer tracks a gear.
Page 197: Maintenance
06/08/08 14:47:24 31SDR620_196 Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 192 Tire Rotation ......226 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 193 Replacing Tires and Wheels . 226 maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....
Page 198: Maintenance Safety
06/08/08 14:47:35 31SDR620_197 Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified Improperly maintaining this Failure to properly follow mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a maintenance instructions and problem before driving can precautions can cause you to Important Safety Precautions...
Page 199: Maintenance Minder
06/08/08 14:47:44 31SDR620_198 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life The remaining engine oil life is Engine Oil Life Display and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to the information display to show you this table: ENGINE OIL LIFE DISPLAY when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and...
Page 200 06/08/08 14:47:53 31SDR620_199 Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter.
Page 201 06/08/08 14:48:04 31SDR620_200 Maintenance Minder The maximum total mileage shown is ‘‘ 9999.’’ To change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter, press and release the Select/Reset knob. When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage, the maintenance minder indicator ) remains on even if you...
Page 202 06/08/08 14:48:15 31SDR620_201 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 MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM (S) ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 203 Your authorized Honda dealer manual, or in the Honda service knows your vehicle best and can Press the Select/Reset knob for history booklet. Check your another 5 seconds.
Page 204 06/08/08 14:48:34 31SDR620_203 Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Lights Check the operation of Owner’s Maintenance Checks Maintenance, replacement, or You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, repair of emissions control items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
Page 205 06/08/08 14:48:43 31SDR620_204 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 every 15,000 Check parking brake adjustment miles (24,000 km).
Page 206: 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 207 06/08/08 14:48:57 31SDR620_206 Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 208: Fluid Locations
06/08/08 14:49:02 31SDR620_207 Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Gray cap) (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...
Page 209: Adding Engine Oil
06/08/08 14:49:09 31SDR620_208 Adding Engine Oil Install the engine oil fill cap, and Recommended Engine Oil tighten it securely. Wait a few Oil is a major contributor to your minutes, and recheck the oil level. engine’s performance and longevity. Do not fill above the upper mark; you Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 could damage the engine.
Page 210 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for round protection of your vehicle to given for a conventional motor oil: it optimum engine protection. Make...
Page 211: Changing The Oil And Filter
06/08/08 14:49:27 31SDR620_210 Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter Remove the oil filter, and let the OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER according to the maintenance remaining oil drain. A special messages shown on the information wrench (available from your display.
Page 212 06/08/08 14:49:37 31SDR620_211 Changing the Oil and Filter Refill the engine with the recom- OIL FILTER mended oil. Improper disposal of engine oil can be Engine oil change capacity harmf ul to the environment. If you (including filter): change your own oil, please dispose of 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) the used oil properly.
Page 213 06/08/08 14:49:47 31SDR620_212 Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not Adding Engine Coolant available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a Removing the radiator cap temporary replacement. Make sure it while the engine is hot can is a high-quality coolant cause the coolant to spray out, recommended for aluminum engines.
Page 214: Engine Coolant
06/08/08 14:49:56 31SDR620_213 Engine Coolant The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX coolant if it is low. and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
Page 215: Windshield Washers
06/08/08 14:50:05 31SDR620_214 Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Check the reservoir’s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap. Canadian model: The low washer level indicator will come on when the level...
Page 216: Transmission Fluid
06/08/08 14:50:15 31SDR620_215 Transmission Fluid The transmission should be drained DIPSTICK and refilled with new fluid according to the maintenance minder (see page UPPER MARK If you are not sure how to add fluid, LOWER MARK contact your dealer. Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature.
Page 217 (automatic transmission fluid). If it’s not available, you may use a DEXRON III automatic transmission fluid as a temporary replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. CONTINUED...
Page 218 Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km Using any non-Honda brake fluid can (Canada) if you regularly drive your cause corrosion and decrease the life vehicle in any of the following of the system.
Page 219 06/08/08 14:50:40 31SDR620_218 Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has two bulbs on each when your vehicle was new. If you side, four in total. Make sure you are Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot regularly carry heavy items in the replacing the bulb that is burned out.
Page 220 06/08/08 14:50:50 31SDR620_219 Lights Push the electrical connector onto High Beam Headlight the bulb. BULB Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. AIR INTAKE COVER Reinstall the air intake cover. Reinstall the two fasteners and secure them by pushing on the heads until they lock.
Page 221 06/08/08 14:51:01 31SDR620_220 Lights Install the new bulb, and turn it Low Beam Headlight one-quarter turn clockwise to lock HOLDING CLIPS it in place. Push the electrical connector onto the bulb. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. Put the inner fender cover in place.
Page 222 06/08/08 14:51:13 31SDR620_221 Lights To remove the burned out bulb, Replacing the Front Side Marker/ Turn Signal and Parking Light push it in and turn it Bulb counterclockwise until it unlocks. Install the new bulb and turn it HOLDING CLIPS clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 223 06/08/08 14:51:23 31SDR620_222 Lights Push a new bulb straight into the Replacing Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs socket until it bottoms, and reinstall the socket into the light HOLDING CLIPS BULB assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Test the new bulb to make sure it works.
Page 224 06/08/08 14:51:35 31SDR620_223 Lights Replacing Back-up Light Bulbs BULB TRIM CLIPS SOCKET BULB SOCKET Open the trunk. Carefully bend back the corner of Install a new bulb into the socket, the trunk lid trim to expose the and reinstall the socket into the Remove the trim clips from the bulbs.
Page 225 06/08/08 14:51:44 31SDR620_224 Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, Cleaning the Seat Belts 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 226 06/08/08 14:51:50 31SDR620_225 Audio Antenna, Dust and Pollen Filter Audio Antenna Dust and Pollen Filter This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system. Have your dealer replace the filter when this service is indicated by a maintenance message on the information display.
Page 227: Wiper Blades
06/08/08 14:51:59 31SDR620_226 Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 228 06/08/08 14:52:06 31SDR620_227 Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield, the passenger’s side first, then the driver’s side.
Page 229 06/08/08 14:52:17 31SDR620_228 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Wheels Inflation Guidelines Clean the wheels as you would the tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated rest of the exterior. Wash them with size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of the same solution, and rinse them tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 230 06/08/08 14:52:29 31SDR620_229 Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressure pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot (driven for several The following chart shows the month.
Page 231 Improper wheel weights can damage A tire this worn gives very little your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use traction on wet roads. You should only genuine Honda wheel weights f or replace the tire if you can see three balancing. or more tread wear indicators.
Page 232 06/08/08 14:52:51 31SDR620_231 Tires If you ever replace a wheel, make Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of sure that the wheel’s specifications Front Front the same size, load range, speed match those of the original wheels. rating, and maximum cold tire Replacement wheels are available at pressure rating (as shown on the...
Page 233 06/08/08 14:53:00 31SDR620_232 Tires Wheels and Tires Winter Driving Snow Tires Wheel: Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All If you mount snow tires on your Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- vehicle, make sure they are radial 16 x 6 1/2 JJ weather tread design suitable for tires of the same size and load range Tire:...
Page 234 Because your vehicle has limited tire hear them coming into contact with be seriously injured or killed. clearance, Honda strongly the body or chassis, stop and recommends using the chains listed investigate. Remove them as soon as...
Page 235: Checking The 12 Volt Battery
06/08/08 14:53:17 31SDR620_234 Checking the 12 Volt Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If your vehicle’s battery is TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To disconnected, or goes dead, the time remove it, cover the terminals with a setting is lost.
Page 236 06/08/08 14:53:24 31SDR620_235 Checking the 12 Volt Battery, Vehicle Storage Fill the fuel tank. Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than 1 Change the engine oil and filter. The battery gives off explosive month), there are several things you hydrogen gas during normal operation.
Page 237: Vehicle Storage
06/08/08 14:53:34 31SDR620_236 Vehicle Storage Leave the parking brake off. Put Support the front wiper blade the transmission in Park. arms with a folded towel or rag so they do not touch the windshield. If this vehicle is unused f or over one Block the rear wheels.
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Page 239: Taking Care Of The Unexpected (Flat Tire, Dead Battery, Overheating, Fuses)
06/08/08 14:53:40 31SDR620_238 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... . 234 common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... 235 experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start .....
Page 240: Compact Spare Tire
06/08/08 14:53:51 31SDR620_239 Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare tire. your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use the compact spare tire soon as you can.
Page 241: Changing A Flat Tire
06/08/08 14:54:01 31SDR620_240 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level, and stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Park.
Page 242 06/08/08 14:54:09 31SDR620_241 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel Loosen the wheel nuts 1/2 of a turn with the wheel wrench. point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the change.
Page 243 06/08/08 14:54:18 31SDR620_242 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully.
Page 244 06/08/08 14:54:26 31SDR620_243 Changing a Flat Tire Secure the flat tire by screwing WING BOLT the wing bolt back into its hole. Store the jack and tools in the tool tray, and place the tool tray back in the trunk. CENTER CAP SPACER CONE Remove the center cap before...
Page 245 06/08/08 14:54:38 31SDR620_244 Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter Diagnosing why the engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly start falls into two areas, depending When you turn the ignition switch to Loose items can fly around the on what you hear when you turn the the START (III) position, you do not...
Page 246: If The Engine Won't Start
06/08/08 14:54:47 31SDR620_245 If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to the Do you have fuel? Check the fuel The Starter Operates Normally START (III) position. If the In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may headlights do not dim, check the speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.
Page 247: Jump Starting
06/08/08 14:54:59 31SDR620_246 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 not follow the correct procedure,...
Page 248 06/08/08 14:55:09 31SDR620_247 Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another Once your vehicle is running, vehicle, have an assistant start disconnect the negative cable from that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 249: If The Engine Overheats
06/08/08 14:55:19 31SDR620_248 If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and the midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge. If Steam and spray from an mark, you should determine the the high heat is due to overloading,...
Page 250 06/08/08 14:55:29 31SDR620_249 If the Engine Overheats If you do not find an obvious leak, Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on check the coolant level in the cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and check radiator reserve tank.
Page 251 06/08/08 14:55:39 31SDR620_250 Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning lights.
Page 252: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
06/08/08 14:55:48 31SDR620_251 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 go off as you been disconnected or gone dead, of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle these codes are erased.
Page 253: Brake System Indicator
06/08/08 14:55:56 31SDR620_252 Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not If the ABS indicator comes on with U.S. Canada feel normal, you should take the brake system indicator, have immediate action. A problem in one your vehicle inspected by your The brake system indicator normally part of the system’s dual circuit dealer immediately.
Page 254: Closing The Moonroof
06/08/08 14:56:06 31SDR620_253 Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close ROUND PLUG SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 255 06/08/08 14:56:15 31SDR620_254 Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD UNDER HOOD The vehicle’s fuses are located in There are three under-hood fuse four fuse boxes. boxes. The primary fuse box and one of the secondary fuse boxes are The interior fuse box is on the located in the back of the engine driver’s lower left side.
Page 256 06/08/08 14:56:23 31SDR620_255 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses BLOWN BLOWN 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 component.
Page 257 06/08/08 14:56:31 31SDR620_256 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you FUSE PULLER do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
Page 258 06/08/08 14:56:37 31SDR620_257 Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a If the replacement fuse of the If the radio fuse is removed, the spare fuse that has a lower rating, it same rating blows in a short time, audio system will disable itself.
Page 259: Fuse Locations
06/08/08 14:56:46 31SDR620_258 Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 30 A Cooling Fan 7.5 A MG. Clutch 15 A Horn, Stop 40 A Rear Defroster 40 A Back Up, ACC 15 A Hazard 30 A VSA Motor 40 A 40 A Option 40 A...
Page 260 06/08/08 14:56:55 31SDR620_259 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Not Used 15 A 15 A Fuel Pump 10 A Washer 7.5 A Meter 10 A 7.5 A 20 A Power Window (Left Rear) 20 A Power Window (Right Rear) 20 A Power Window (Passenger) 20 A...
Page 261: Emergency Towing
06/08/08 14:57:06 31SDR620_260 Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on an organization. Never tow your the ground, do this: Improper towing preparation will vehicle with just a rope or chain.
Page 262 06/08/08 14:57:12 31SDR620_261 Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, If your vehicle is equipped with a it is best to tow the vehicle no farther front spoiler, remove it before than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the towing so it is not damaged.
Page 263: Technical Information (Vehicle Specifications, Tires, Fuels, And Emissions Controls)
06/08/08 14:57:16 31SDR620_262 Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....258 Replacement Parts ..... 266 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 260 Three Way Catalytic Converter . 267 your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading State Emissions Testing ....
Page 264: Identification Numbers
06/08/08 14:57:20 31SDR620_263 Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers 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 265 06/08/08 14:57:25 31SDR620_264 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped on the front of the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. The IMA Motor Number is stamped on the motor housing. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER IMA MOTOR NUMBER...
Page 266: Specifications
06/08/08 14:57:40 31SDR620_265 Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 190.9 in (4,850 mm) Engine Change 1.77 US gal (6.7 ) Width 71.7 in (1,820 mm) coolant Total 2.22 US gal (8.4 ) Height 57.2 in (1,453 mm) Engine oil Change Wheelbase 107.9 in (2,740 mm) Including 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Track...
Page 267 06/08/08 14:58:01 31SDR620_266 Specifications Lights Engine Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Type SOHC i-VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), 12 V 51 W (HB4) gasoline engine Front side marker/Parking/ 12 V 24/2.2 CP (Amber) Bore x Stroke 3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm) Turn signal light Displacement 182.8 cu-in (2,997 cm )
Page 268 06/08/08 14:58:10 31SDR620_267 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 269 06/08/08 14:58:15 31SDR620_268 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature A, B, C 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 270: Tire Labeling
06/08/08 14:58:32 31SDR620_269 Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. FW6X Tire type code. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code 2202 Date of manufacture. below.
Page 271: 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 272 System combustion and minimize the The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that system takes some of the exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower come out the tailpipe.
Page 273 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 CONVERTERS...
Page 274: State Emissions Testing
06/08/08 14:59:11 31SDR620_273 State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 275 06/08/08 14:59:16 31SDR620_274 State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the vehicle coast for several the highway in D.
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Page 277: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada Only) (Warranty And Contact Information)
06/08/08 14:59:22 31SDR620_276 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information . 272 ..Warranty Coverages ..... 273 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicle) ......274 Authorized Manuals ..... . 275...
Page 278: Customer Service Information
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) 620-7546...
Page 279: Warranty Coverages
Please read the Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty these two Performance Warranty Honda accessories are covered 2007 Honda warranty information warranties cover your vehicle’s under this warranty. Time and booklet that came with your vehicle emissions control systems. Time,...
Page 280 ; or write to: http://www.saf ercar.gov Administration (NHTSA), in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 281: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only) (How To Order)
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 282 06/08/08 15:00:10 31SDR620_281 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 283: Index
06/08/08 15:00:16 31SDR620_282 Index Shift Lever Position Indicator . 172 Bulb Replacement Shift Lever Positions ....172 Front Parking Lights ....216 Accessories ........162 Shift Lock Release ..... 175 Headlights ......214, 215 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Specifications ......
Page 284 06/08/08 15:00:22 31SDR620_283 Index Checklist, Before Driving .... . 170 Electric Power Steering (EPS) Childproof Door Locks ....85 Indicator ........66 Child Seats ......36, 43-49 DANGER, Explanation of ....iii Emergencies on the Road ....
Page 285 06/08/08 15:00:30 31SDR620_284 Index Evaporative Emissions Controls . 265 Fuses, Checking the ..... . 249 Reminder Chime ......76 Exhaust Fumes ....... . 54 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..213 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Turning on ........76 Belts by ........
Page 286 06/08/08 15:00:39 31SDR620_285 Index Inside Mirror ........93 Indicator ........63 Minder ........ . 193-199 Inspection, Tire ......225 Parking ......... . 76 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 60, 246 Installing a Child Seat ..... 44 Turn Signal ......
Page 287 06/08/08 15:00:45 31SDR620_286 Index Outside Mirrors ....... 93 Outside Temperature ..... . 68 Overheating, Engine ..... 243 Radiator Overheating ....243 Safety Belts ........ . 10, 20 Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..198 Radio/CD Sound Safety Defects, Reporting ....
Page 288 06/08/08 15:00:50 31SDR620_287 Index Select/Reset Knob ......78 Airbag Service ......34 Serial Number ....... . 258 How the SRS Indicator Service Intervals ..... 193-199 Works ........31 Taking Care of the Unexpected . 233 Service Manual ......
Page 289 06/08/08 15:00:56 31SDR620_288 Index Specifications ......261 Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..206 Wheels Tools, Tire Changing ....235 Adjusting the Steering ....80 Towing Alignment and Balance .... . 225 A Trailer ........
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06/08/08 15:01:17 31SDR620_293 Service Information Summary Gasoline: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Fuel Tank Capacity: replacement (see page 17.09 US gal (64.7 )

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