Page 1 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............303 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................309 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
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Page 3 This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 4 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: car safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the car.
Page 5: Your Car At A Glance
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 2. Adjust the Front Seats ... Protecting Small Children ..information about how to protect 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs .... Protecting Larger Children ..yourself and your passengers. It 4.
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents 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 10: Your Car's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features These safety features are designed Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts to reduce the severity of injuries in a For your safety, and the safety of Seat belts are the single most crash.
Page 12 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Of course, seat belts cannot against the inside of the vehicle completely protect you in every Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants. crash.
Page 13: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features the seat belts. Airbags Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, rollovers, or minor frontal or side collisions. Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed.
Page 14: Seats & Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Move the front Seats & Seat-Backs What you should do: Door Locks Your car’s seats are designed to keep seats as far back as possible, and Keeping your doors locked reduces you in a comfortable, upright keep adjustable seat-backs in an the chance of being thrown out of...
Page 15: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Front seat occupants are sitting The rest of this section gives more Pre-Drive Safety Checklist To make sure you and your upright and as far back as possible detailed information about how you passengers get the maximum from the steering wheel and can maximize your safety.
Page 16: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the car, instructions on how to properly be sure the doors are closed and protect the driver and other adult locked.
Page 17: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Most shorter drivers can get far your seat belt properly, sit upright enough away from the steering with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals. move the seat as far back as possible However, if you are concerned about from the steering wheel while still...
Page 18: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Head Restraints shoulder part of the belt no longer Improperly positioning head rests against the occupant’s chest restraints reduces their reduces the protective capability of effectiveness and you can be the belt.
Page 19: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults spreads the forces of a crash over Fasten and Position the Seat Belts the strongest bones in your upper Insert the latch plate into the buckle, body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 20: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Anyone using a seat belt that is belt. not working properly can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. See page for additional information about your seat belt...
Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Sitting improperly can increase the Maintain a Proper Sitting Position chance of injury during a crash. For Sitting improperly or out of After all occupants have adjusted example, if an occupant slouches, position can result in serious their seats and put on seat belts, it is lies down, turns sideways, sits injury or death in a crash.
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Pregnant women should also sit Advice for Pregnant Women Additional Safety Precautions upright and as far back as possible Two people should never use the from the steering wheel or If they do, they same seat belt.
Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags, do between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near Carrying hard or sharp If a side airbag airbag.
Page 24: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 25: Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Precautions to Parents Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Seat Poses Serious Risks to Children Never hold an infant or child on If you are not wearing a According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to your lap.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Small Children U.S. Models To remind you of the passenger’s Placing a forward-facing child seat in front airbag hazards, and that the front seat of a vehicle equipped children must be properly restrained with a passenger’s front airbag can If the vehicle seat is in the back seat, your car has...
Page 27: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Canadian Models If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close To remind you of the front airbag Children Attention hazards, your car has warning labels Your car has three seating positions Many parents say they prefer to put on the driver’s and front passenger’s in the back seat where children can...
Page 28: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in your Keep car keys and remote Leaving children without Use childproof door locks to vehicle. transmitters out of the reach of adult supervision is illegal in most Even very young prevent children from opening the children.
Page 29: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines for Using Selecting a Child Seat Child Seats To provide proper protection, a child The following pages give general seat should meet three guidelines for selecting and installing requirements: child seats for infants and small children.
Page 30 However, Honda is confident that Your car has lower anchorages one or more child seat models can fit installed for use with Child Restraint...
Page 31 Placing a Child Seat Front Passenger’s Seat This page briefly summarizes Never in the front seat, due Infants: Honda’s recommendations on where to the front airbag hazard. to place rear-facing and forward- facing child seats in your car. Not recommended, Small children: due to the front airbag hazard.
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly and a good position to install the seat, a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat...
Page 33: Protecting Infants
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this car, a rear-facing child seat Placing a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the front seat can result in in the back seat, but not in the front serious injury or death if the seat.
Page 34: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation facing child seat may prevent the The lap/shoulder belts in the back driver or a front-seat passenger from seats have a locking mechanism that moving the seat as far back as must be activated to secure a child recommended (see page...
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To activate the lockable retractor, 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 slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation mechanism and remove a child seat, Tips unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. For proper protection, an infant must ride in a reclined, or semi-reclined position.
Page 37: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Of the different seats available, we Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement recommend those that have a five- In this car, the best place to install a point harness system as shown. forward-facing child seat is in one of the seating positions in the back seat.
Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back Improperly placing a forward- and front passenger seating positions facing child seat in the front have a locking mechanism that must seat can result in serious injury be activated to secure a child seat.
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To activate the lockable retractor, 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 slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 40: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking Protecting Larger Children mechanism in order to remove a When a child reaches the Allowing a larger child to sit child seat, unlatch the buckle, recommended weight or height limit improperly in the front seat can unroute the seat belt, and let the belt for a forward-facing child seat, the...
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children However, if the belt touches or Checking Seat Belt Fit Do not put any accessories on a seat crosses the child’s neck, the child Devices intended to improve belt. needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely compromise the protective capability...
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster Using a Booster Seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front seat until the tops of the ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety even with the top of the seat-back. A Administration and Transport child of this height should be tall Canada recommend that all children...
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Supervise the child. Even mature while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: children sometimes need to be when a child can safely ride in the reminded to fasten the seat belts front, there are other important...
Page 44: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Attach the tether strap hook to the Using Child Seats with Tethers tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker’s instructions. Your car has three tether anchorage To use the anchorage point, pivot its points under the rear window for cover up.
Page 45: Using The Lower Anchorages
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To install a child seat designed to Using the Lower Anchorages attached to the lower anchorages: Move the seat belt buckle or center seat belt away from the anchorages. Make sure there are no foreign objects around the anchorages.
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Follow the child seat maker’s Attach the tether strap hook to the instructions for any additional tether anchorage point and tighten advice on adjusting or tightening the strap according to the child the fit. seat maker’s instructions.
Page 47: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To unlock the belt, push the red Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. shoulder belts in all five seating Guide the belt across your body to positions.
Page 48: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the shoulder part of the belt is The tensioners are designed to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners pulled all the way out, the locking activate primarily in frontal collisions. mechanism will activate.
Page 49: Seat Belt Maintenance
U.S. Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts. Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use. Please see your...
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, you should have your dealer inspect the belt, and replace it if necessary. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 51: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags A sophisticated electronic system SRS Components How Your Front Airbags Work Your Supplemental Restraint System that continually monitors and (SRS) includes: records information about the sensors, the control unit, the Two front airbags.
Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat The total time for inflation and belts help restrain your lower body deflation is approximately one-tenth and torso. Your airbag provides a of a second, so fast that most cushion to help restrain and protect occupants are not aware that the your head and chest.
Page 53: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags U.S. Owners: If you ever have a moderate to How Your Side Airbags Work For additional information on how Only on models equipped with side severe side impact, the sensors will your airbags work, see the booklet detect rapid deceleration and signal airbags.
Page 54: How The Srs Indicator Light Works
See your Honda dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 55: How The Side Airbag Indicator Light Works
Although Honda does not encourage light will go out. children to ride in the front, this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side...
Page 56: Airbag Service
Do not expose the front seat-backs airbag by yourself. If rain or spilled water to water. soaks into a seat-back, it can This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body prevent the side airbag system from working properly. shop.
Page 57: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car’s exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car’s Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause entering the car in normal driving if...
Page 58: Safety Labels
They warn you of potential U.S. models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. Canadian models RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED...
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels HOOD On models without side airbags On models with side airbags Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 60: Instruments And Controls
Speedometer ....... Childproof Door Locks ....contribute to the daily operation of Tachometer ......... Trunk ........... your Honda. All the essential Odometer ........Inside Trunk Opener ....controls are within easy reach. Trip Meter ........Seat Adjustments ......
Page 61: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations 1 1 0 0 6 6 9 9 7 7 ) ) 9 9 8 8 ) ) 8 8 4 4 1 1 1 1 4 4 , , 1 1 2 2 6 6 1 1 3 3 8 8 7 7 6 6 ) ) I I T T...
Page 62: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights EX and LX 6 6 3 3 ) ) 6 6 1 1 ) ) 6 6 2 2 6 6 1 1 ) ) 6 6 4 4 6 6 3 3 2 2 7 7 5 5 6 6 3 3 ) ) 2 2 7 7 6 6 ) )
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights 6 6 3 3 6 6 1 1 6 6 1 1 6 6 4 4 6 6 3 3 2 2 7 7 5 5 6 6 3 3 2 2 7 7 6 6 2 2 6 6 3 3 2 2 7 7 7 7 ) )
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Indicator indicators to give you important System Indicator information about your car. This indicator lights when you turn Only on models equipped with side airbags the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Charging System Parking Brake Anti-lock Brake U.S. Canada U.S. Canada Indicator and Brake System (ABS) If this light comes on when the System Indicator engine is running, the battery is not Indicator Only on models equipped with ABS (see being charged.
Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator Lamp See page This light comes on with the high This light comes on if the trunk lid is beam headlights. See page not closed tightly. Turn Signal and information on the headlight Hazard Warning...
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) Immobilizer System Maintenance Required Indicator Indicator and 10,000 miles (16,000 km) this This indicator comes on for a few This indicator reminds you that it is indicator will light for two seconds seconds when you turn the ignition time to take your car in for when you first turn the ignition...
Page 68 Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. Turn off the engine. Press and hold the select/reset button in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges EX and LX Tachometer On LX and EX models The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone. Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your car has been driven.
Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays and the odometer by pressing the Select/Reset button repeatedly.
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper zone.
Page 72: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel If you leave the lights on with the Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder tone when you open the driver’s door. The rotating switch on the left lever To flash the high beams, pull the controls the lights.
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Canadian models only With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake.
Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel To signal a lane change, push lightly Turn Signals Windshield Wipers on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.
Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel In intermittent, the wipers operate Windshield Washers every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu- ously. To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on push the control lever up from the the wiper control lever.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Make sure the rear window is clear Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 78: Steering Wheel Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Push the lever up to lock the Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety steering wheel in that position. information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place Make any steering wheel adjustment by trying to move it up and down.
Page 79: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control On LX and EX models in the U.S., and Improper use of the cruise LX model in Canada control can lead to a crash. Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) Use the cruise control only without keeping your foot on the...
Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed set speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After Press and hold the SET/decel completing the pass, take your foot button.
Page 82 CRUISE CONTROL light comes on, When replacing keys, use only and the car will accelerate to the Your car comes with two master Honda-approved key blanks. same cruising speed as before. keys and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on...
Page 83: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks These keys contain electronic Remote Transmitter Immobilizer System circuits that are activated by the Some models also come with two The Immobilizer System protects Immobilizer System. They will not remote transmitters; see page your car from theft.
Page 84 If the system repeatedly does not conditions: (1) this device may not cause recognize the coding of your key, interference, and (2) this device must contact your Honda dealer. accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Instruments and Controls...
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks You can insert or Ignition Switch LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. Removing the key from the To switch from ACCESSORY to ignition switch while driving LOCK, you must push the key in locks the steering.
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks In this position, Use this position ACCESSORY (I) START (III) Door Locks you can operate the audio system only to start the engine. The switch and the accessory power socket. returns to ON (II) when you let go of the key.
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks To lock the driver’s door when Power Door Locks getting out of the car, pull the inside door handle and push down the master door lock switch or the lock tab. All doors lock when you push down the lock tab on the driver’s door, or lock the driver’s door from the outside with the key.
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks When you push the LOCK button a The ceiling light (if the ceiling light Remote Transmitter second time within 5 seconds after switch is in the center position) will you have locked the doors, the horn come on when you press the will sound once to verify that the UNLOCK button.
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car’s horn and exterior lights to attract attention. When activated, the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash, for about 30 seconds.
Page 90 This device complies with Industry programmed to your car’s system by Canada Standard RSS-210. your Honda dealer. Any other Operation is subject to the following two transmitters you have will also need conditions: (1) this device may not cause to be reprogrammed.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Childproof Door Locks Trunk You can open the trunk in two ways: To close the trunk, press down on The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated the trunk lid. in the rear from accidentally opening Pull the trunk release handle to the rear doors.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Parents should decide if their Emergency Trunk Opener U.S. models only children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone As a safety feature, your car has a else, lock the trunk release handle...
Page 93: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the angle of the seat-back, backward, pull up on the lever under pull up on the lever on the outside of...
Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Driver’s Seat Armrest On EX model in the U.S., and LX model On EX model in U.S., and LX model in in Canada Canada To adjust the height of the driver’s To use the driver’s seat armrest, seat, turn the dial on the outside of pivot it down.
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments To remove a head restraint for Head Restraints See page for important safety cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints.
Page 96: Folding Rear Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the back seat.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Folding Rear Seat Make sure all rear shoulder belts are Make sure all items in the trunk, or positioned in front of the rear seat- items extending through the opening back whenever the seat-back is in its into the back seat, are secured.
Page 98: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The driver’s door armrest has a On LX and EX models in the U.S., and ’ ’ LX model in Canada master power window control panel. Your car’s windows are electrically- To open any of the passengers’ win- powered.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to tains these extra features: the passengers’ windows. With this switch off, the passengers’ windows AUTO To open the driver’s cannot be raised or lowered. The window fully, push the window MAIN switch does not affect the switch firmly down and release it.
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To lift the rear of the moonroof for ventilation, push the button. If you try to open the moonroof in To slide the moonroof back, push below-f reezing temperatures, or when switch. Hold it until the it is covered with snow or ice, you can moonroof reaches the desired damage the moonroof panel or motor.
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Keep the inside and outside mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the clean and adjusted for best visibility. On LX and EX models in the U.S., and Be sure to adjust the mirrors before LX model in Canada adjustment switch to move the you start driving.
Page 102: Mirrors, Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. To apply the parking brake, pull the On Canadian LX model The outside mirrors are heated to re- lever up fully.
Page 103: Glove Box
Main Menu Table of Contents 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. Open the glove box by squeezing the handle.
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Beverage Holder, Console Compartment Beverage Holder Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the On EX model in U.S. On EX model in U.S., and LX model in beverage holder. A spilled liquid that A beverage holder for rear seat Canada is very hot can scald you or your...
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Coin Box, Center Pocket, Accessory Power Socket Coin Box Center Pocket Accessory Power Socket The coin box is located under the air To use the accessory power socket, On EX model in U.S. vent. To open the coin box, pull the The center pocket is located under pull up the cover.
Page 106: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights The ceiling light (with the switch in Ceiling Light the center position) comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch. If you do not open a door, the light stays on, then fades out in about 10 seconds.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Spotlights Courtesy Lights On EX model in U.S. On LX model in U.S. and Canada On EX model in U.S. Turn on the spotlight by pushing the Turn on the spotlight by pushing the Your car also has a courtesy light in button next to each light.
Page 108: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Heating and Cooling ..... Audio System (U.S. EX and systems in your Honda provide a What Each Control Does ..Canadian LX) ......comfortable driving environment in How to Use the System ....
Page 109: Heating And Cooling
If your car does not have air conditioning, it can be installed at any time. Your dealer can install a Genuine Honda air conditioning system that meets Honda’s high quality standards and is designed to exactly fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Mode Control Dial Use the MODE control dial to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Vent Controls How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to...
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature control dial is all the way to the left. Select If the outside air is humid, select Recirculation mode.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with Air To Defog and Defrost To warm the interior: To remove fog from the inside of the Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes windows: Start the engine.
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather: Start the engine. Select When you select , the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, the windshield and the side window turn the fan speed and temperature defroster vents.
Page 117: Audio System
Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM Stereo Audio System For DX model in the U.S. and Canada Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use any of five methods to The SEEK function The SCAN function SEEK SCAN find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with samples all the stations with strong band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO a strong signal.
Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band. To store a frequency: Select the desired band, AM or FM.
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il- lumination of the audio system (see page ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off. Digital Clock The audio system also displays the time.
Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System When the system reaches the end of Operating the Optional Cassette Make sure the tape opening on the Player cassette is facing to the right, then the tape, it will automatically reverse The cassette system features Dolby insert the cassette most of the way direction and play the other side.
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT function to find a desired program. Fast Forward and Re- FF/REW wind move the tape rapidly. To re- wind the tape, push the REW button.
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Repeat function REPEAT continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind.
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD Player/Changer A trunk-mounted Compact Disc changer is available through your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Press the EJECT button to remove Press the CD/TAPE button. You will CD Player Insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc from the player. see ‘‘CDC’’ in the display. The the disc in halfway, the drive will pull system will start to play the first it in the rest of the way.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System When you activate the CD Player and Changer REPEAT To take the system out of CD mode, You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar to Repeat feature by pressing the RPT press the AM/FM button or insert a select tracks within a disc.
Page 129 Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For LX model in the U.S. Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use any of five methods to The SEEK function The SCAN function SEEK SCAN find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with samples all the stations with strong band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO a strong signal.
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band. To store a frequency: Select the desired band, AM or FM.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il- lumination of the audio system (see page ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off. Digital Clock The audio system usually shows the time when the ignition switch is in...
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, the clock is set back to the previous hour by pressing and holding the CLOCK button, then pressing the RESET (Preset 6) button.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Dolby B noise reduction turns on The Skip Function allows To switch to the radio or optional CD SKIP when you insert a cassette. If the changer while listening to a tape, you to find the beginning of a song tape was not recorded with Dolby B press the AM/FM or CD/TAPE or passage.
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Repeat function REPEAT continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind.
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD Player/Changer A trunk-mounted Compact Disc changer is available for your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Press the EJECT button to remove Press the CD/TAPE button. You will CD Player Insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc from the player. see ‘‘CDC’’ in the display. The the disc in halfway, the drive will pull system will start to play the first it in the rest of the way.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System When you activate the CD Player and Changer REPEAT To take the system out of CD mode, You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar to Repeat feature by pressing the RPT press the AM/FM button or insert a select tracks within a disc.
Page 141 Audio System AM/FM/CD Audio System For EX model in the U.S., and LX model in Canada Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use any of five methods to The SEEK function The SCAN function SEEK SCAN find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with samples all the stations with strong band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO a strong signal.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band. To store a frequency: Select the desired band, AM or FM.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob.
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il- lumination of the audio system (see page ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off. Digital Clock The display of your audio system usually shows the time when the...
Page 147 You can quickly set the time to the Stations must use these exact Radio Frequencies nearest hour. If the displayed time is Your Honda’s radio can receive the frequencies. It is fairly common for before the half hour, the clock is set complete AM and FM bands.
Page 148 Table of Contents Audio System A radio station’s signal gets weaker Radio Reception How well your Honda’s radio as you get farther away from its receives stations is dependent on transmitter. If you are listening to an many factors, such as the distance AM station, you will notice the sound from the station’s transmitter,...
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. With the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can switch to the radio while a You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar REPEAT To activate the Repeat CD is playing by pressing the AM/ while a disc is playing to select feature, press and release the RPT FM button.
Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To select a different disc, press the If you eject the in-dash CD while it is Operating the CD Changer (Optional) DISC (Preset 6) or DISC playing, the system will automatically A trunk-mounted Compact Disc (Preset 5) button.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the Handle a CD by its edges; never touch either surface. Contamination it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 154 Mechanical Error If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error indication does not disappear after the disc is ejected, see your Honda dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player. High temperature. Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.
Page 155 FOCUS Error the magazine again. If the code does not Honda dealer. disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, consult your Honda dealer. No CD in the CD Insert CD. magazine Press the magazine eject button and pull out the magazine, check for error indication.
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) The cassette system features Dolby B noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot.
Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The tape direction indicator will light If you turn the system off while a Tape Search Functions to show you which side of the tape is playing, either with the PWR/ With a cassette playing, you can use cassette is playing.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Skip Function allows The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions SKIP REPEAT you to find the beginning of a song continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find or passage.
Page 159 Your dealer has a cleaning kit the cassette to jam in the player. ejects, take the car to your Honda available. Never try to insert a warped or dealer.
Page 160 Owner’s Manual. If you should one hour before trying again. happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 161 Main Menu...
Page 162: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline ......... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 163: Break-In Period
In Canada, some gasolines contain Break-in Period Gasoline Help assure your car’s future Your Honda is designed to operate an octane-enhancing additive called reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump MMT. If you use such gasolines, extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
Page 164: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Filling the Fuel Tank You may hear a hissing sound as Gasoline is highly flammable pressure inside the tank escapes. and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured Stop filling the tank after the fuel when handling fuel.
Page 165: Opening The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks several times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without After closing the hood, make sure it lifting the hood latch handle, or the is securely latched. hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page Pull the support rod out of its clip...
Page 167: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check Check the engine oil level every time Wipe the dipstick with a clean Insert it all the way back in its tube. you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few cloth or paper towel.
Page 168: Engine Coolant Check
Owner Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Honda. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the upper and lower between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 169: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your A cold engine uses more fuel than a Driving Habits driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 170: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Before installing any accessory: Your dealer has Genuine Honda Follow all instructions in this accessories that allow you to Make sure the accessory does not owner’s manual regarding personalize your car.
Page 171 Modifications could make the outside edge of a front seat-back. overall diameter. system ineffective. Covering the outside edge of a front seat-back, with a non-Honda Such modifications can adversely Additional Safety Precaution seat cover for example, could affect handling, and interfere with...
Page 172: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the front doors and seat-back, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your car is Compartment Overloading or improper 850 lbs (395 kg). Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt stability and cause a crash in This figure includes the total weight...
Page 174 Please contact your Honda as far forward as possible. dealer for further information. If you fold down the back seat, tie...
Page 175 Main Menu...
Page 176 Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather 5-speed manual and automatic at High Altitude ....transmissions.
Page 177: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments every day before carrying with you inside are stored your passengers have fastened you drive your car.
Page 178: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start within meters) adds to the problem. 15 seconds, or starts but stalls Use the following procedure: In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed half-way...
Page 179: 5-Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the Rapid slowing or speeding-up transmission by trying to shift into can cause loss of control on Reverse with the car moving. Push slippery surfaces.
Page 180: Recommended Shift Points
Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter On DX model Drive in the highest gear that lets On EX and LX models If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, you may feel smoothly.
Page 181: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Your Honda’s transmission has four Shift Lever Position Indicator forward speeds, and is electronically controlled for smoother shifting. It also has a ‘‘lock-up’’ torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 182: Shift Lever Positions
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions To shift from: Do this: P to R Press the brake pedal and press the release button. R to P N to R Press the release button. D to 2 2 to D D to D D to N...
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and To shift to Reverse Use this position for Reverse (R) Drive (D) still cannot move the lever out of from Park, see the explanation under your normal driving.
Page 184: Engine Speed Limiter
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission This position is similar To shift to Second, Drive (D ) Second (2) Engine Speed Limiter to D , except only the first three press the release button on the front On EX and LX models gears are selected.
Page 185: Shift Lock Release
Park to Neutral. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your car is developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 186: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. If Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put windows are closed.
Page 187: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System All Civics are equipped with front Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all models wheels are drum.
Page 188: Brake System Design
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates The U.S. EX model has an Anti-lock brake pedal, this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. Brake System (ABS) as standard purpose of the ABS.
Page 189: Important Safety Reminders
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Activation varies with the amount of Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a traction your tires have. On dry ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or pavement, you will need to press on distance it takes to stop the car,...
Page 190: Abs Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System ABS Indicator The ABS is self-checking. If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page ). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down.
Page 191: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Being able to see Driving Technique Always drive Visibility slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 192: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Check your tires Traction Towing a Trailer frequently for wear and proper Your vehicle is not designed to tow a pressure. Both are important in trailer. Attempting to do so can void preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’...
Page 193 Main Menu...
Page 194 If you have the skills and tools to per- Transmission Fluid ....... Inspection ........form more complex maintenance Automatic Maintenance ......tasks on your Honda, you may want Transmission ......Tire Rotation ......to purchase the Service Manual. See 5-speed Manual Replacing Tires and Wheels . page...
Page 195: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you with more economical, trouble-free technician or other qualified can decide whether or not you driving and help reduce air pollution.
Page 196: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Read the instructions before you Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 197: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 198 We recommend the use of Genuine maintenance on the items marked NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY Honda parts and fluids whenever you with will not void your emissions or NEVER, drive under a ‘‘severe’’ have maintenance done. These are warranties.
Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 months Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Visually inspect the following items:...
Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 10,000 mil/16,000 km/1 yr Do items in A. Replace engine oil.
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time whichever comes first. miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 months Replace engine oil and filter Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Inspect front and rear brakes Lubricate locks and hinges Visually inspect the following items:...
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 5,000 mil/8,000 km/6 mos Do items in A. Replace engine oil and filter.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents 95,000 mi/152,000 km/5-½ yrs Do items in A. See air conditioning filter on page for replacement information 100,000 mi/160,000 km/5 yrs Do items in A, B, C. under special driving conditions. 105,000 mi/168,000 km/6 yrs Do items in A, E, F See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement.
Page 204: Maintenance Record
Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 35,000 mi...
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 65,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 95,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km mi/km 104,000 km 152,000 km Date Date 70,000 mi 100,000 mi mi/km mi/km 112,000 km 160,000 km (or 5 years) Date...
Page 206: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level Check every Tires Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 207: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations Maintenance...
Page 208: Engine Oil
Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. Genuine Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use genuine Honda Motor...
Page 209: Synthetic Oil
5W-20 at the next oil change. change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect your engine’s or transmission’s performance and durability. Maintenance...
Page 210: Changing The Oil And Filter
A special you have the knowledge and proper equipment, you should have this then shut it off. wrench (available from your Honda dealer) is required to maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. Open the hood and remove the remove the filter.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Replace the engine oil fill cap. then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Improper disposal of engine oil can be Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within harmf ul to the environment.
Page 212: Cooling System
Table of Contents Cooling System If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant Always use genuine Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. empty, you should also check the This coolant is pre-mixed with 50 coolant level in the radiator.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car’s cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine compo- nents. Turn the radiator cap counter- The coolant level should be up to clockwise, without pressing down the base of the filler neck.
Page 214: Replacing Engine Coolant
Only use genuine Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car. Unless you have the tools and knowledge, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Reconnect the battery cables to the terminals. Connect the positive ( ) cable first, then the negative ( ) cable. WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. On EX and Canadian LX models If your car’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will...
Page 216 1.00 US gal (3.8 , 0.84 Imp gal) securely. Tightening torque: 58 lbf·ft (78 N·m , 8.0 kgf·m) Pour genuine Honda All Season Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. This coolant is a mixture of 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Start the engine and let it run for Start the engine and hold it at about 30 seconds. Then turn off 1,500 rpm until the radiator fan the engine. comes on. Turn off the engine. Check the coolant level in the Check the level in the radiator, radiator and add coolant if needed.
Page 218: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield When you refill the reservoir, clean washer reservoir at least monthly the edges of the windshield wiper during normal usage. In bad weather, blades with windshield washer fluid when you use the washers often, on a clean cloth.
Page 219: Transmission Fluid
However, continued use can affect shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient. Check the fluid level with the engine Insert the dipstick all the way into To thoroughly flush the transmission, at normal operating temperature.
Page 220: 5-Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you Insert the dipstick all the way back 5-speed Manual Transmission into the transmission securely as may use an API service SG, SH or SJ shown in the illustration.
Page 221: Brake And Clutch Fluid
They are: fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, Brake fluid reservoir (all models) the use of any non-Honda brake fluid Clutch fluid reservoir can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the (manual transmission only)
Page 222: Clutch System
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Clutch System The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system.
Page 223: Power Steering
However, continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather. Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 224: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing in the engine compartment.
Page 225: Hood Latch
Lubricate all the moving parts, including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 226: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car should Replacement be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Remove the cover by turning the Disconnect the wire connector two clips one quarter turn from the ignition coil by pushing counterclockwise.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Put the new spark plug into the Torque the spark plug. (If you do Use a wrench to remove the nut holding the ignition coil. Remove socket; then screw it into the hole. not have a torque wrench, tighten the ignition coil by pulling it Screw it in by hand so you do not...
Page 228: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Install the ignition coil. Reinstall Specifications: the nut. Tighten the spark plugs caref ully. A NGK: PZFR6F-11 spark plug that is too loose can Push the wire connector onto the DENSO: PKJ20CR-M11 overheat and damage the engine. ignition coil.
Page 229: Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the condition of your car’s Check the battery terminals for battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals.
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to Charging the battery with the cables prevent damage to the car’s connected can seriously damage your electrical system. car’s electronic controls. Detach the battery cables bef ore connecting the battery to a charger.
Page 231: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents 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 they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the 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.
Page 233: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System Periodically check the engine’s If the air conditioning does not get as Optional for Canadian DX, LX, models Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed radiator and air conditioning cold as before, have your dealer system.
Page 234: Air Conditioning Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning Filter On U.S. EX and LX models Replacement The air conditioning filter removes pollen and dust that is brought in from the outside through the heating and cooling system. This filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) under normal conditions.
Page 235 Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning Filter Install the new filters. Reinstall the cover. Pivot the glove box up into position. Reinstall the hooks into the side panel of the glove box. Close the glove box. Remove the first filter by pulling it straight out of the air conditioning unit.
Page 236: Drive Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belts, Timing Belt The belts should have the following Drive Belts Timing Belt ‘‘play’’ or deflection. The timing belt should normally be replaced at the intervals shown in Alternator belt: the maintenance schedule. 0.33 0.43 in (8.5 11.0 mm) Replace this belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.) Power steering belt: or 100,000 km (Canada) if you...
Page 237: Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated they are cold. This means the car good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of has been parked for at least three...
Page 238: Recommended Tire Pressures For Normal Driving
Speed Driving Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure DX and LX models only before adjusting the tire pressure. Honda strongly recommends that for Normal Driving P185/70R14 87S 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 you not drive faster than posted kgf/cm ) speed limits and conditions allow.
Page 239: Inspection
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inspection Maintenance Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Page 240: Tire Rotation
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Make sure the installer balances the When shopping for replacement Tire Rotation wheels when you have new tires tires, you may find that some tires installed. This increases riding are ‘‘directional.’’ This means they comfort and tire life.
Page 241: Replacing Tires And Wheels
Replacement its braking ability, traction, and wheels are available at your Honda steering accuracy. It is best to replace all four tires at dealer.
Page 242: Wheels And Tires
Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or If you mount snow tires on your Wheels: ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an Honda, make sure they are radial (DX, LX) all-weather tread design. They tires of the same size and load range should be suitable for most winter as the original tires.
Page 243: Traction Devices
Make sure the traction devices are Because your Honda has limited tire clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ installed tightly, and that they are cable-type traction devices.
Page 244: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car’s exterior lights at least once a month. A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car’s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible.
Page 246: Headlight Aiming
Adjustment of the headlights should contact with your skin or hard be performed by a Honda technician objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean or other qualified mechanic.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing the Front Side Marker/ making sure the tabs are in their Turn Signal and Parking Light slots. Pivot the hold-down wire Bulb back in place and clip the end into If you are changing the bulb on the slot.
Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the inner fender cover in place. Install the holding clip.
Page 249: Replacing Bulbs
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Fenders) socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks.
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs Replacing a High-mount Brake (in Trunk Lid) socket. Light Bulb Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Insert the socket back into the light assembly.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Reinstall the socket. Turn it Turn on the parking lights and Replacing a Rear License Bulb clockwise until it locks. Make sure check that the new bulb is the new bulb is working. working. Reinstall the socket back in place by pushing it in until it latches.
Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Put the light assembly back into Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb the hole, right side first. Push on the left side until it snaps into place. Remove the trunk light assembly Pull the bulb straight out of the by using a small flat-tipped holder.
Page 253 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior Lights Although the ceiling light and On LX models Remove the bulb by pulling it spotlights come apart the same way, Spotlights: straight out of its metal tabs. they do not use the same type of Pry on the edge between the lenses.
Page 254: Storing Your Car
If you store your car for 12 months (see page Support the front wiper blade or longer, have your Honda dealer arms with a folded towel or rag so perform the inspections called for in Wash and dry the exterior they do not touch the windshield.
Page 255 Main Menu...
Page 256: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care ......... your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’ Washing ........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing ........on how to clean your car and Paint Touch-up ......preserve its appearance: the paint, Interior Care ........
Page 257: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed Washing Frequent washing helps preserve water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a your car’s beauty. Dirt and grit can chamois or soft towel.
Page 258: Waxing
You your dealer so you are sure to get beads or droplets after waxing. should use a polish on your Honda if the correct color. the finish does not have its original You should use a quality liquid or shine after using a wax.
Page 259: Interior Care
Periodically shampoo the carpet to keep it looking new. Use one of the If you use a non-Honda floor mat in foam-type carpet cleaners on the the driver’s footwell, make sure it market. Follow the instructions that...
Page 260: Fabric
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Fabric Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the If your seat belts get dirty, you can material frequently. For general use a soft brush with a mixture of cleaning, use a solution of mild soap mild soap and warm water to clean and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
Page 261: Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Windows Air Fresheners Clean the windows, inside and out, If you want to use an air freshener/ with a commercially-available glass deodorizer in the interior of your car, cleaner. You can also use a mixture it is best to use a solid type.
Page 262: Corrosion Protection
Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your car: are built into your Honda. You can the underside of your car. This is help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that Moisture trapped in body cavities.
Page 263: Body Repairs
If your car insurance company, tell them you needs repairs after a collision, pay want Genuine Honda parts used in close attention to the parts used in the repair. Although most insurers the repair and the quality of the recognize the quality of original work.
Page 264: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the Starter safely evaluate the problem and what Motor Operates Very...
Page 265: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Get your regular tire Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) repaired or replaced and put it back under any circumstances.
Page 266: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. The car can easily roll off the Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder jack, seriously injuring anyone of a busy road is dangerous.
Page 267 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Turn the jack’s end bracket Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2 Find the jacking point nearest the counterclockwise to loosen it, then turn with the wheel wrench. wheel you are removing. Place the remove the jack.
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts and wheel Remove the flat tire. Temporarily wrench as shown to raise the car cover. The wheel cover cannot be place the flat tire on the ground until the flat tire is off the ground.
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack. surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross a clean cloth.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack in the trunk with the end bracket on the left side. Turn the jack’s end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tool kit. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Page 271: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why your engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to START start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
Page 272 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Do you have fuel? Turn the If you find nothing wrong, you will The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s ignition switch to ON (II) for a need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster minute and watch the fuel gauge.
Page 273: Jump Starting
Put the transmission in Neutral or nearby. Park and set the parking brake. Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery. You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it. Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 274 Start your car. If the starter motor to the negative ( ) terminal on still operates slowly, check the positive ( ) terminal on your Honda’s battery. Connect the the booster battery. Connect the jumper cable connections to make other end to the positive ( )
Page 275: Jump Starting, If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting, If Your Engine Overheats Once your car is running, discon- Your car can overheat for several If Your Engine Overheats nect the negative cable from your The pointer of your car’s tempera- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a car, then from the booster battery.
Page 276: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. If you do not see steam or spray, Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Put the transmission in Neutral or leave the engine running and such as a split radiator hose.
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on reserve tank, you may also have to cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly.
Page 278: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If the light Running the engine with low oil does not go out within ten seconds, pressure can cause serious mechanical turn off the engine. There is a damage almost immediately.
Page 279: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not drive several miles (kilometers) to use other electrically-operated before the battery is too discharged controls such as the power windows.
Page 280: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your You should also have the dealer car, the cause of this indicator inspect your car if this indicator coming on could be a loose or comes on repeatedly, even though it missing fuel fill cap.
Page 281 Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If possible, do not take your car for a Readiness Codes Your car has certain ‘‘readiness state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. To check if diagnostics for the emissions they are set, turn the ignition ON (II), systems.
Page 282: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower indicates a problem with the car’s gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system. In most cases, the when it is safe.
Page 283: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close 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 284 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The under-hood fuse box is located The interior fuse box is underneath in the engine compartment on the the steering column.
Page 285 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car 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 286 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a On U.S. EX and Canadian LX models spare fuse that has a lower rating, it If the radio fuse is removed, the might blow out again. This does not audio system will disable itself.
Page 287 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Condenser Fan 15 A Small Light 7.5 A Interior Light 20 A Cooling Fan 10 A Hazard FI ECU 15 A 15 A Small Light 20 A ABS F/S 10 A Back Up...
Page 288 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Power Window Relay 20 A Moonroof 7.5 A Accessory, Radio Not Used 7.5 A Meter 7.5 A 7.5 A Daytime running lights 10 A 10 A Remote Control Mirrors Not Used Not Used...
Page 289: Emergency Towing
Shift to D, then to N. There are three popular types of unacceptable. Turn off the engine. professional towing equipment. If your Honda cannot be transported The operator by flat-bed, it should be towed by Flat-bed Equipment Improper towing preparation will loads your car on the back of a truck.
Page 290 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, If you decide to tow your car with all it is best to tow the car no farther four wheels on the ground, make Trying to lif t or tow your car by the than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the sure you use a properly-designed and bumpers will cause serious damage.
Page 291 Main Menu...
Page 292 ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also (U.S. Cars) ......System ........
Page 293: Identification Numbers
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 294 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. Technical Information...
Page 295: Specifications
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 174.6 in (4,435 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 67.3 in (1,710 mm) 11.9 US gal (45 , 9.9 Imp gal) Height 56.9 in (1,445 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 103.1 in (2,620 mm) coolant Manual 1.03 US gal (3.9 , 0.86 Imp gal)
Page 296 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 285 or the fuse label Charge quantity 17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant oil type SP-10 box door under the steering column.
Page 297: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Cars)
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C Quality grades can be found where The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to applicable on the tire sidewall tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 298: Temperature
Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) 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 over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 299: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are If you notice any undesirable The following are the U.S. EPA and being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another ether compound. These gasolines percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as...
Page 300: Driving In Foreign Countries
Table of Contents Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 301: Emissions Controls
‘‘smog.’’ Carbon the engine is started and warmed up, monoxide does not contribute to In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the vapor is drawn into the engine smog creation, but it is a poisonous with the Canadian Motor Vehicle and burned during driving.
Page 302: Exhaust Emissions Controls
HC, CO, and (PCM) uses various sensors to Genuine Honda replacement parts or NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The determine how much air is going their equivalent for repairs. Using exhaust emissions control systems into the engine.
Page 303: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to 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 must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place.
Page 304: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents 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 305 If the testing facility determines the pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary readiness codes are still not set, see slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot your Honda dealer. do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
Page 306 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ U.S. Zone Office Map ....Canada Zone Office Map ..... Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 307 Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership’s us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 308: U.s. Zone Office Map
The addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot Includes: NYC Metro area and Bella International reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information. Fairfield County, CT area P.O. Box 190816 San Juan, PR 00919-0816...
Page 309: Canada Zone Office Map
Main Menu Table of Contents Canada Zone Office Map CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8 Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909 Toronto (416) 287-4776 Honda Canada Inc. National Office Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 310: Warranty Coverages
Table of Contents Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 311 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. other information about motor between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 312: Authorized Manuals
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356...
Page 313 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 314 Main Menu Index Appearance Care ......Bulb Replacement .... . 246, Audio System ....114, 126, Fluid ........... Accessories and Modifications . Automatic Speed Control ....Parking ......... Accessories ........ Automatic Transmission ....System Indicator ....62, Additional Safety Precaution . Capacity, Fluid ......
Page 315 Main Menu Index Cleaner Element, Air ....Cleaning Capacities Chart ......Exterior ........DANGER, Explanation of ....Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... Interior ........Dashboard ........2, Carrying Cargo ......Seat Belts ........Daytime Running Lights ....Cassette Player Vinyl ...........
Page 316 Main Menu Index Driving ........... 5-speed Manual Transmission Malfunction Indicator Economy ........Lamp ........ . 63, Checking Fluid Level ....In Bad Weather ......Shifting the ........ Oil Pressure Indicator ..62, In Foreign Countries ....Oil, What Kind to Use ....
Page 317 Main Menu Index Headlights Indicators, Instrument Daytime Running Lights .... Panel ..........Gas Mileage, Improving ....High Beam Indicator ....Infant Restraint ....... Gasohol .......... Reminder Beeper ......Infant Seats Gasoline ......... Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..Lower Anchorage ....... Fuel Reserve Indicator ....
Page 318 Main Menu Index Label, Certification ....... Maintenance ........Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Lane Change, Signaling ....Owner Maintenance Checks . Odometer ......... Lap/Shoulder Belts ......Record ......... 201-202 Odometer, Trip ....... Lights Required Indicator ...... Bulb Replacement ....Safety .......... Change, How to ......
Page 319 Main Menu Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ..........Paint Touch-up ......Radiator Overheating ....Reserve Tank, Engine Panel Brightness Control ....Radio/CD/Cassette Coolant ....... . 165, Park Gear Position ......Sound System ... . 114, 126, Restraint, Child .......
Page 320 Main Menu Index Maintenance ........ Speedometer ........Supplemental Restraint Reminder Light and Beeper ..Spotlights ........System ........ . 10, System Components ....SRS, Additional Information ..Servicing ........Use During Pregnancy ....Additional Safety Precautions . SRS Indicator ......
Page 321 Main Menu Index Time, Setting the ... 119, 131, Vehicle Dimensions ...... Checking Fluid Level, Timing Belt ........Manual ........Vehicle Identification Number ..Tire Chains ........Vehicle Storage ......Fluid Selection ....216, Tire, How to Change a Flat ..
Page 322 Main Menu Index Operating the Power ....Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ........Washers ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..: U.S. and Canada only...
Page 323: Service Information Summary
Imp qt) US qt (3.5 Imp qt) Capacity (including differential): Imp qt) US qt (1.5 Power Steering Fluid: Genuine Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page...

Honda 2001 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

1 Close and Lock the Doors

2 Adjust the Front Seats

3 Adjust the Seat-Backs

4 Adjust the Head Restraints

5 Fasten and Position the Seat Belts

7 Maintain a Proper Sitting Position

Driver and Passenger Safety

Before Driving

Driving

Maintenance Safety/Maintenance Schedule

Appearance Care

Technical Information

Quick Links

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