Page 1: Table Of Contents
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............207 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................211 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 2: Owner's Identification Form
The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3: Introduction
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: A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, including: is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle. Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of...
Page 5: Your Car At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance AIRBAGS DASH LIGHTS 10, 22) GAUGES POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 70) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE 113) HOOD RELEASE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE 128) MANUAL TRANSMISSION 114) 126)
Page 6: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance HAZARD WARNING BUTTON HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS MOONROOF AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 92) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 106) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH 107) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 65) STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT MIRROR CONTROLS CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES (P. 107)
Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Advice for Pregnant Women ..All Children Should Sit in the information about how to protect Additional Safety Precautions . Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Additional Information About Your The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts Seat Belts...
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety can use the belt properly without a Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this booster (see page Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths. Generally, The recommendations on this page Be Aware of Airbag Hazards the higher the speed the greater the...
Page 10 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some 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
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passengers Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts can’t take full advantage of these Seat belts are the single most Your vehicle is equipped with seat safety features unless you remain belts in all seating positions. effective safety device for adults and sitting in a proper position and larger children (Infants and smaller...
Page 12 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Of course, seat belts cannot against the inside of the vehicle completely protect you in every and against other occupants. crash. But in most cases, seat belts Not wearing a seat belt properly can reduce your risk of serious increases the chance of serious Keep you from being thrown out...
Page 13: Airbags
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions.
Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens The rest of this section gives more Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats detailed information about how you After everyone has entered the can maximize your safety. vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked.
Page 15 Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Administration and Transport rock it back and forth to make sure Canada recommend that drivers the seat is locked into position. See Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) page for how to adjust the front...
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or the belt.
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head then tug on the belt to make sure the restraints reduces their belt is securely latched. Also check effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 18 Protecting Adults and Teens If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause behind your back.
Page 19: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Have your Honda dealer check the vehicle is parked and the engine is belt as soon as possible. off.
Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women
Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle.
Page 21: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags, do Two people should never use the between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp If a side airbag same seat belt.
Page 22: Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in positions.
Page 23: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the locking Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The tensioners are designed to mechanism, unlatch the buckle and activate primarily in frontal collisions, let the seat belt fully retract. To and they should activate in any refasten the belt, pull it out only as collision severe enough to cause far as needed.
Page 24: Seat Belt Maintenance
Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.
Page 25: Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components A sophisticated electronic system How Your Front Airbags Work Your Airbag System includes: that continually monitors and records information about the Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint sensors, the control unit, the System) front airbags. The driver’s airbag activators, and driver and airbag is stored in the center of front passenger seat belt use when...
Page 26: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt The total time for inflation and restrains your lower body and torso, deflation is one-tenth of a second, so and the airbag helps protect your fast that most occupants are not head and chest.
Page 27 Additional Information About Your Airbags Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags. Airbags with this inflation stages that can be ignited feature have two deployment sequentially or simultaneously, thresholds that depend on whether depending on crash severity.
Page 28 Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Airbags Work To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants (On models equipped) should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. The passenger’s side airbag has a cutoff system designed to turn off the passenger’s side airbag if a child’s head is in the airbag’s deployment...
Page 29: How The Srs Indicator Light Works
Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Light If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, Works The SRS indicator alerts you should have the system checked Ignoring the SRS indicator light you to a potential problem by your dealer.
Page 30: How The Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works
Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in 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 airbag...
Page 31: Airbag Service
If water or another liquid to liquid. any airbag by yourself. This must soaks into a seat-back, it can be done by a Honda dealer or a prevent the side airbag cutoff knowledgeable body shop. system from working properly. The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem.
Page 32: All Children Must Be Restrained
Protecting Children General Guidelines If you have children, or if you ever need to drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. Children who are unrestrained It begins with important general or improperly restrained can be guidelines, then presents special seriously injured or killed in a crash.
Page 33: All Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Protecting Children General Guidelines Children who ride in back are less Small Children Infants and small children must be likely to be injured by striking restrained in an approved child seat Placing a forward-facing child seat in interior vehicle parts during a that is properly secured to the the front seat of a vehicle equipped (see pages...
Page 34: Protecting Children
Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors.
Page 35: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention Your vehicle has three seating Many parents say they prefer to put positions in the back seat where an infant or small child in the front children can be properly restrained.
Page 36: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of the reach of your lap. If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most children.
Page 37: Protecting Infants
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child Child Seat Type seat can be placed in any seating Placing a rear-facing child seat position in the back seat, but not in in the front seat can result in the front.
Page 38: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small If it is necessary to put a forward- child stay in the child seat as long as facing child seat in the front, move Child Seat Type possible, until the child reaches the the vehicle seat as far to the rear as weight or height limit for the seat.
Page 39: Selecting A Child Seat
Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need In seating positions and vehicles not Before purchasing a conventional to choose between a conventional equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- child seat, or using a previously child seat, or one designed for use compatible child seat can be installed purchased one, we recommend that with the Lower Anchors and Tethers...
Page 40: Installing A Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat, A child seat secured with a seat belt The following pages provide and a good place to install the seat, should be installed as firmly as guidelines on how to properly install there are three main steps in possible.
Page 41: Latch
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using MARKS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
Page 42 Installing a Child Seat TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHORAGE POINT Rigid type Flexible type Place the child seat on the vehicle Other LATCH-compatible seats have Attach the tether strap hook to the seat and attach the seat to the a flexible-type connection as shown tether anchor, then tighten the lower anchors according to the above.
Page 43: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in the back seating positions, and in the front passenger seat, have a locking mechanism that must be activated to...
Page 44: Tether
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether COVER After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat ANCHORAGE POINT locked, then grab the shoulder forward and from side to side to part of the belt near the buckle verify that it is firmly secured.
Page 45: Protecting Larger Children
Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children Using an Outer Anchorage Point Using the Center Anchorage Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Point recommended weight or height limit TETHER STRAP HOOK for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
Page 46: Checking Seat Belt Fit
Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip? If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear...
Page 47 Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front use a booster until they reach a The National Highway Traffic Safety seat until the tops of their ears are given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or even with the top of the vehicle’s or Administration and Transport...
Page 48: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions ride up front, be sure to: while age may be one indicator of Do not let a child wear a seat belt when a child can safely ride in the This could result in across the neck.
Page 49: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
Page 50: Safety Labels
U.S. models U.S. models only 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 Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 51 Safety Labels HOOD On models without side airbags On models with side airbags Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 52: Instruments And Controls
Instrument Panel ......Moonroof ......... contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Lights ....Mirrors ..........your Honda. All the essential Maintenance Required Indicator . Parking Brake ......... controls are within easy reach. Gauges ..........Interior Lights ......... Odometer/Trip Meter ....
Page 53: Control Locations
Control Locations HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS MOONROOF MIRROR CONTROLS CONTROLS (P. 88) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM CRUISE CONTROL (P. 92) MASTER SWITCH DIGITAL CLOCK 107) (P. 106) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE CRUISE CONTROL SWITCHES HOOD RELEASE 113) 107) HANDLE TRUNK RELEASE...
Page 54: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel LX, U.S. EX, and Canadian Si models ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM HIGH BEAM INDICATOR INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR INDICATOR 55, 182) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR 55, 182)
Page 55 Instrument Panel Canadian DX model SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR WASHER LEVEL INDICATOR (P. 56) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 55, 182) LOW FUEL INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND 55, 182) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR...
Page 56 Instrument Panel U.S. DX model TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 55, 182) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 56) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND 55, 182) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.
Page 57 Instrument Panel Lights The instrument panel has many Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Cutoff indicators to give you important System Indicator Indicator information about your vehicle. This light comes on when you turn Only on models equipped with side the ignition switch to ON (II). If it airbags Seat Belt Reminder Light comes on at any other time, it...
Page 58 Instrument Panel Lights Charging System Parking Brake Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada Indicator and Brake (ABS) Indicator If this indicator comes on when the System Only on models equipped with ABS (see engine is running, the battery is not Indicator page being charged.
Page 59 Instrument Panel Lights Malfunction Indicator High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator Lamp See page This indicator comes on with the This light comes on if the trunk lid is high beam headlights. See page not closed tightly. Turn Signal and for information on the headlight Hazard Warning controls.
Page 60 Instrument Panel Lights ‘‘Daytime Running Immobilizer System Lights’’ Indicator Indicator This light comes on for a few sec- Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn onds when you turn the ignition the ignition switch to ON (II) with switch ON (II).
Page 61: Maintenance Required Indicator
Press and hold the Select/Reset maintenance. If this maintenance is knob in the instrument panel, then not done by a Honda dealer, reset turn the ignition switch to ON (II). the light as follows. Hold the knob for about ten Turn off the engine.
Page 62 Gauges There are two trip meters: Trip A LX, U.S. EX, and Canadian Si models and Trip B. Each trip meter works SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE independently, so you can keep track of two different distances. TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE To reset a trip meter, display it and then press and hold the Select/Reset knob until the number resets to ‘‘0.0’’.
Page 63 Gauges U.S. DX model Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE engine’s coolant. During normal TEMPERATURE GAUGE operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road.
Page 64: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/ HAZARD WARNING TURN SIGNALS BUTTON MOONROOF WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH REAR WINDOW HORN DEFOGGER MIRROR CONTROLS CRUISE CONTROL TILT ADJUSTMENT SWITCHES Instruments and Controls...
Page 65: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Windshield Washers Pull the select a position. wiper control lever toward you and hold it. The washers spray until MIST The wipers run at high you release the lever. The wipers speed until you release the lever.
Page 66: Turn Signal And Headlights
Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the High Beams To turn on, push left lever to signal a left turn and up the lever forward until you hear a to signal a right turn. To signal a lane click.
Page 67: Instrument Panel Brightness
Instrument Panel Brightness Adjust the brightness to the desired SELECT/RESET KNOB level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on. To reduce glare at night, the instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to .
Page 68 Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear 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 69: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position. information about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make sure you have securely Make any steering wheel adjustment locked the steering wheel in place before you start driving.
Page 70: Keys And Locks
Immobilizer System. They will not (Black) (Gray) ever have to get a key replaced use work to start the engine if the only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
Page 71: Immobilizer System
If the indicator If you have lost your key and cannot starts to blink, it means the system start your engine, contact a Honda Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the dealer.
Page 72: Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open you turn the key.
Page 73: Door Locks
Door Locks Door Locks Power Door Locks Childproof Door Locks Unlock Unlock Lock LEVER Lock MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Each door has a lock tab on the top. Standard on some models The childproof door locks are Push the tab down to lock the door All doors lock when you push down designed to prevent children seated and pull it up to unlock.
Page 74 Door Locks Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE Pull MASTER KEY MASTER KEY To open the trunk, pull the trunk You can also use the master key to As a safety feature, your vehicle has release handle to the left of the open the trunk lock.
Page 75: Remote Transmitter
If you lose a transmitter, the about one second to attract attention; replacement needs to be the horn will sound and the exterior reprogrammed by a Honda dealer. PANIC BUTTON lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any...
Page 76 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter To replace the battery, move the As required by the FCC: round cover on the back of the Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the transmitter by turning it FCC rules. Operation is subject to the counterclockwise with a coin.
Page 77 Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle of the backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 78 Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Head Restraints The head restraints help protect you and your passengers from whiplash See page for important safety and other injuries. They are most information and a warning about how to effective when you adjust them so properly position the head restraints.
Page 79 Seats Armrest Folding Rear Seat GUIDE MASTER KEY CENTER SHOULDER BELT The left and right halves can be When storing cargo, you can move Standard on LX and EX models in the folded separately from inside the the rear center shoulder belt out of U.S., and DX-G, LX and Si models in vehicle or inside the trunk.
Page 80 Seats Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever it is in the upright position. Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded. Pull Pull Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured.
Page 81: Power Windows
Power Windows On LX and EX models in the U.S., and DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH LX and Si models in Canada Your vehicle’s windows are electri- Closing a power window on cally-powered. Turn the ignition someone’s hands or fingers can switch to ON (II) to raise or lower cause serious injury.
Page 82 Power Windows The master control panel also con- The light in the AUTO switch comes tains these extra features: on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). AUTO To open the driver’s window fully, push the window The MAIN switch controls power to switch firmly down and release it.
Page 83 Moonroof, Mirrors press and hold the bottom of the Mirrors MOONROOF SWITCH switch ( Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof TILT BUTTON before opening or closing it.
Page 84 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Power Mirror Heaters SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Push the appropriate edge of the On LX and EX models in the U.S., and On LX and Si models in Canada adjustment switch to move the The outside mirrors are heated to re- LX and Si models in Canada mirror right, left, up, or down.
Page 85: Parking Brake
Parking Brake NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER LX, U.S. EX, and Canadian DX models PARKING BRAKE LEVER Si models To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully.
Page 86: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Ceiling Light Individual Interior Lights The courtesy lights in the front doors and around the ignition switch DOOR ACTIVATED FRONT DOOR ACTIVATED come on when you open any door. After you close the door, the ignition switch light stays on for several seconds.
Page 87: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT VANITY MIRROR COIN BOX CENTER POCKET COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER (U.S. EX ONLY) Instruments and Controls...
Page 88 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Glove Box Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the LEVER beverage holders. A spilled liquid handle. Close it with a firm push. that is very hot can scald you or your passengers.
Page 90: Comfort And Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....systems in your Honda provide a Air Flow Buttons ......comfortable driving environment in Playing the Radio ......all weather conditions. Radio Reception ......Playing a CD ........
Page 91 Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON MODE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 92: Air Flow Buttons
Air Flow Buttons Fan Control Dial The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center heating and cooling system are at Turn this dial to control fan speed and corner vents in the dashboard. and the air flow. the base of the windshield.
Page 93 Vents, Heating, and A/C Ventilation Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, you can The flow-through ventilation system Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the through the interior, then exhausts it coolant temperature gauge (see page...
Page 94 Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air. When used in windows: combination with the heater, it Select...
Page 95: Playing The Radio
Playing the Radio AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR A.SEL BUTTON DX Model SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB U.S.: LX, EX, STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON Canada: LX, Si Models SCAN INDICATOR A.SEL BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS...
Page 96 Playing the Radio To Play the Radio lower frequency. Preset Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Turn SEEK The SEEK function frequencies on FM. the system on by pushing the PWR/ searches up and down from the VOL knob or the AM/FM button.
Page 97 Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are To turn off Auto Select, press the Balance/Fader These two traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjust the strength of the longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.
Page 98: Radio Reception
Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda’s radio can receive the How well your Honda’s radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance cies: from the station’s transmitter,...
Page 99 Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 100: Playing A Cd
Playing a CD CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR RDM BUTTON DX Model REPEAT INDICATOR RPT BUTTON (Optional) PWR/VOL KNOB DISC BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR DISC BUTTON U.S.: LX, EX, CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR RDM BUTTON Canada: LX, Si Models CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR...
Page 101 Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD button. You will see RPT in the the CD will stay in the drive. When Optional on DX model display. Press the RPT button again you turn the system back on, the CD With the ignition in ACCESSORY (I) to turn it off.
Page 102: Protecting Your Cds
Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use. and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep CDs out of direct When recording a CD-R, the sunlight and extreme heat.
Page 103: Cd Player Error Messages
If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. your vehicle to a Honda dealer. FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Page 104: Cd Changer Error Messages
If you cannot clear the error indication, Press the magazine eject button and pull it out, take your vehicle to a Honda dealer. check for an error indication, and insert the FOCUS Error magazine again.
Page 105 Playing a Tape TAPE BUTTON PLAY/PROG BUTTON RPT BUTTON DX Model REW BUTTON FF BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB DOLBY INDICATOR SKIP BAR NR BUTTON U.S.: LX, EX, TAPE BUTTON REW BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR Canada: LX, Si Models FF BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR RPT BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB NR BUTTON...
Page 106 Playing a Tape To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player Optional on all models when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the The ignition switch must be in indicator will light in the AM/FM or CD/TAPE button.
Page 107 Your Honda dealer has a cleaning kit available. Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or jam the drive.
Page 108: Radio Theft Protection
Radio Theft Protection LX and EX models in the U.S., and LX If your vehicle’s battery is discon- If the code card is lost, a Honda dealer can access your code with and Si models in Canada nected or goes dead, the audio Your vehicle’s audio system will...
Page 109: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock DX Model U.S.: LX, EX, CLOCK BUTTON CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) BUTTON Canada: LX, Si Models H BUTTON H BUTTON M BUTTON R BUTTON M BUTTON R BUTTON If your vehicle’s battery is finished, press the CLOCK button. You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour.
Page 110: Cruise Control
Cruise Control On LX and EX models in the U.S., and Using the Cruise Control LX and Si models in Canada CANCEL BUTTON Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
Page 111 Cruise Control The cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising set speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: going down a hill, use the brakes to Press and hold the SET/decel...
Page 112 Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control When you push the CANCEL button, on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 114: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......
Page 115 Break-in Period Gasoline Type In addition, in order to maintain good Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Honda is designed to operate performance, fuel economy, and reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump emissions control, we strongly extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
Page 116 Service Station Procedures Fueling If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your Gasoline is highly flammable vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery and explosive. You can be Push system. The system helps keep burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
Page 117 Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood To Close the Hood LATCH GRIP HOOD RELEASE HANDLE SUPPORT ROD CLIP Park the vehicle and set the If the hood latch handle moves Lift it up slightly to remove the parking brake. Pull the hood stiffly, or if you can open the hood support rod from the hole.
Page 118 Adding Oil on page coolant. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Honda. Before Driving...
Page 119: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra schedule. See Owner’s fuel. Use the cruise control when Maintenance Checks (see page appropriate.
Page 120: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt not overload electrical circuits Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this proper operation.
Page 121 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Honda dealer. could cause the airbags to deploy. Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.
Page 122: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET Glove box Front door and seat-back pockets Console compartment Trunk Roof-rack (if installed) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Page 123 Carrying Cargo The maximum load for your vehicle For example, if there will be four 150 Carrying Items in the Passenger is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle, Compartment includes total weight of all occupants, the amount of available cargo and Store or secure all items that could cargo, and accessories.
Page 124 Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on a Roof Rack Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible. If you fold down the back seat, tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.
Page 126: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed Manual Transmission ..5-speed manual and automatic Automatic Transmission ....transmissions. It also includes impor- Parking ...........
Page 127: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that carrying are stored properly or and adjustments every day before your passengers have fastened you drive your vehicle. fastened down securely.
Page 128: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine does not start within NOTICE: The engine is harder to start 15 seconds, or starts but stalls in cold weather. Also, the thinner air In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet electrical accessories to reduce...
Page 129: Speed Manual Transmission
5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
Page 130 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter On DX model in the U.S. Drive in the highest gear that lets On EX and LX models in the U.S., and If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, you may feel all models in Canada smoothly.
Page 131: Automatic Transmission
LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I). flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the trans- mission checked by a Honda dealer U.S. DX model as soon as possible. Driving...
Page 132 Automatic Transmission To shift from: Do this: To avoid transmission damage, come gear for your speed and acceleration. to a complete stop before shifting P to R Press the brake pedal and You may notice the transmission into Park. The shift lever must be in shifting up at higher speeds when press the release button.
Page 133 Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release Do this if pushing on the brake pedal On EX and LX models in the U.S., and and pressing the release button does all models in Canada If you exceed the maximum speed not shift the transmission out of for the gear you are in, the engine park:...
Page 134 If you need to use the Shift Lock Place any packages, valuables, etc. Release, it means your vehicle is in the trunk or take them with you. developing a problem. Have it Lock the doors. checked by a Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 135: Braking System
Braking System Braking System Check the brakes after driving etc.). If one circuit should develop a Your Honda is equipped with front through deep water. Apply the problem, you will still have braking disc brakes. The brakes on the rear brakes moderately to see if they feel at two wheels.
Page 136: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders On U.S. EX and Canadian LX and Si ABS does not reduce the time or ABS INDICATOR distance it takes to stop the models The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) vehicle; It only helps with steering helps prevent the brakes from control during braking.
Page 137: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Driving...
Page 138: Maintenance
....If you have the skills and tools to per- Hood Latch ........form more complex maintenance Lights ..........tasks on your Honda, you may want Seat Belts ........to purchase the Service Manual. See Floor Mats ........page for information on how to Dust and Pollen Filter ....
Page 139: Maintenance Safety
All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless in- Honda technician or qualified structed to do so. mechanic. Improperly maintaining this Important Safety Precautions...
Page 140: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving with a roof rack, or driving you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the in mountainous conditions. transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of their possessions.
Page 141 Brakes Check the fluid level We recommend the use of Honda recommended time or mileage monthly. See page parts and fluids whenever you have period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 142 Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Normal Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if the severe driving km x 1,000 conditions specified in the Severe Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Conditions Maintenance Schedule on Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month...
Page 143 Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Severe Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if you drive your vehicle km x 1,000 MAINLY under one or more of the Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop following conditions: Check tires...
Page 144 Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
Page 145 Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 85,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 125,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 136,000 km 200,000 km Date Date 90,000 mi mi/km 130,000 mi mi/km 144,000 km 208,000 km Date Date 95,000 mi mi/km 135,000 mi mi/km...
Page 146: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL (Gray cap) (Orange loop) FILL CAP CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...
Page 147: Adding Engine Oil
FILL CAP engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make Certification Seal. This seal indicates sure the API Certification Seal says the oil is energy conserving, and that ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
Page 148 Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle Engine Oil Additives Your Honda does not require any oil should be raised on a service station- additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service.
Page 149: Changing The Oil And Filter
(available from your (U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: DX, LX) NOTICE: Improper disposal of engine Honda dealer) is required. 3.4 US qt (3.2 ) oil can be harmf ul to the environment. If you change your own oil, please Install a new oil filter according to (U.S.: EX, Canada: Si)
Page 150: Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not If the reserve tank is completely available, you may use another empty, you should also check the major-brand non-silicate coolant as a coolant level in the radiator. RESERVE TANK temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines.
Page 151 Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to Windshield Washers the base of the filler neck. Add Check the fluid level in the RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low. windshield washer reservoir at least Pour the coolant slowly and monthly during normal use.
Page 152: Automatic Transmission Fluid
However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Have the transmission flushed and UPPER MARK refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as LOWER soon as it is convenient. MARK To thoroughly flush the DIPSTICK transmission, the technician...
Page 153 Manual Transmission Fluid, Timing Belt Manual Transmission Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you Timing Belt may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 The timing belt should be replaced FILLER BOLT viscosity motor oil with the API at the intervals shown in the Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 154: Brake And Clutch Fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life The fluid level should be between of the system. Have the brake...
Page 155 Fluid. You may use another power are not sure how to clean and grease steering fluid as an emergency the latch, contact your Honda dealer. replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 156 If you Adjustments should be performed by touch the glass, clean it with a Honda dealer or other qualified denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. mechanic. Halogen headlight bulbs get NOTE: very hot when lit.
Page 157 Lights HOLDING CLIP BOLT STAY If you change the low beam If you need to change a headlight Remove the electrical connector headlight bulb on the driver’s side, bulb on the passenger’s side, remove from the bulb by pushing on the you also need to remove the upper the bolt from the stay and push the tab and pulling the connector...
Page 158 Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole Replacing the Front Side Marker/ and turn it one-quarter turn clock- Turn Signal and Parking Light wise to lock it in place. Bulb Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on HOLDING CLIP all the way.
Page 159 Lights Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing Rear Bulbs by pushing it in and turning the (in Fenders) bulb counterclockwise until it unlocks. BULBS SOCKETS Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly.
Page 160 Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing Rear Bulbs Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. (in Trunk Lid) socket. Push the new bulb straight into Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. the socket until it bottoms.
Page 161 Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Reinstall the socket. Turn it clockwise until it locks. Make sure Light Bulb the new bulb is working. BULB SOCKET Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counter- clockwise.
Page 162 Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, make sure they fit properly and that they can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.
Page 163: Wiper Blades
Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.
Page 164 Wiper Blades, Tires Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires BLADE holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate onto the wiper arm.
Page 165 Speed Driving speed. DX model only Underinflated tires wear unevenly, Honda strongly recommends that adversely affect handling and fuel (DX) you not drive faster than posted economy, and are more likely to speed limits and conditions allow. If...
Page 166 Tires When you return to normal speed Check the pressure in the tires when You should get your own tire pressure gauge and use it whenever driving, be sure to readjust the tire they are cold. This means the vehicle pressure for normal driving.
Page 167 Tires Tire Maintenance Tire Rotation INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS In addition to proper inflation, Front Front correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving.
Page 168 (LX, EX and Canadian Si) If you mount snow tires on your affect your vehicle’s handling. 15 x 6 JJ Honda, make sure they are radial Tires: tires of the same size and load range If you ever replace a wheel, make (DX) as the original tires.
Page 169 Tires Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the Because your Honda has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ damage your vehicle’s brake lines, cable-type traction devices, with suspension, body, and wheels. Stop...
Page 170 The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal If additional battery maintenance is operation. needed, see your Honda dealer or a Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the monthly by looking at the test battery to explode with enough indicator window.
Page 171: Vehicle Storage
Support the front wiper blade If you store your vehicle for 12 completely. arms with a folded towel or rag so months or longer, have your Honda they do not touch the windshield. dealer perform the inspections called Clean the interior. Make sure the for in the 24 months/30,000 miles carpeting, floor mats, etc.
Page 172: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
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 Jump Starting ........
Page 173: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Page 174 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 175: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire JACK JACKING POINTS WHEEL WRENCH Turn the jack’s end Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking counterclockwise to loosen it, then with the wheel wrench. point. Turn the end bracket remove the jack. clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point.
Page 176 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION Use the extension and wheel DX and LX models: Remove the flat tire. Place the flat wrench as shown to raise the Remove the wheel nuts and wheel tire on the ground with the outside vehicle until the flat tire is off the cover.
Page 177 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the vehicle to the ground wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack. surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross a clean cloth.
Page 178 Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack in the trunk with the SPACER WING BOLT end bracket on the left side. Turn CONE 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 179 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 180 If Your Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the warning light may not need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster be working.
Page 181: Jump Starting
( ) terminal on sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, the booster battery. Connect the You cannot start a Honda with an lights, etc. Put the transmission in other end to the grounding strap automatic transmission by pushing Neutral or Park, and set the as shown.
Page 182: Jump Starting, If Your Engine Overheats
Jump Starting, If Your Engine Overheats Start your vehicle. If the starter If Your Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The pointer of your vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in Steam and spray from an metal-to-metal contact.
Page 183: If Your Engine Overheats
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. Park, and set the parking brake.
Page 184 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 need to add cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine and watch coolant to the radiator.
Page 185 Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator This light should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.
Page 186: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on If your vehicle battery has been repeatedly, even though it may disconnected or gone dead, these while driving, it means one of the engine’s emission turn off as you continue driving, codes are erased.
Page 187: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator U.S. The brake system indicator However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take normally comes on when you turns the ignition immediate action. A problem in one switch ON (II) and as a part of the system’s dual circuit Canada reminder to check the...
Page 188: Closing The Moonroof
Closing the Moonroof On EX model in the U.S., and Si model ROUND PLUG in Canada If the electric motor will not close SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 189 Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD FUSE BLOWN The vehicle’s fuses are located in Checking and Replacing Fuses Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and two fuse boxes. The interior fuse If something electrical in your box is located underneath the vehicle stops working, check for a all other accessories are off.
Page 190 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem in your vehicle.
Page 191: Fuse Locations
Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. 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 Horn, Stop 20 A ABS F/S 10 A Back Up ABS Motor...
Page 192 Fuse Locations 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 15 A...
Page 193: Emergency Towing
Turn off the engine. Flat-bed Equipment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a If your Honda cannot be transported NOTICE: Improper towing preparation truck. This is the best way to trans- by flat-bed, it should be towed by will damage the transmission.
Page 194 Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, If you decide to tow your vehicle NOTICE: Trying to lif t or tow your it is best to tow the car no farther with all four wheels on the ground, vehicle by the bumpers will cause than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the make sure you use a properly-...
Page 196: Technical Information
....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. Vehicles) ...... System ........
Page 197: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 198 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. MANUAL TRANSMISSION The Transmission Number is on a NUMBER label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 199: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 174.6 in (4,435 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 67.3 in (1,710 mm) 13.2 US gal (50 ) Height 56.9 in (1,445 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 103.1 in (2,620 mm) coolant Manual 1.06 US gal (4.0 ) Track Front 57.9 in (1,470 mm)
Page 200 Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 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. Lights Under-hood See page...
Page 201 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a compara- U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 202 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling Temperature A, B, C separately or in combination, can Tire construction code (R The temperature grades are A (the cause heat buildup and possible tire indicates radial). highest), B, and C, representing the failure.
Page 203: Oxygenated Fuels
Oxygenated Fuels Some gasolines are being blended The following are the U.S. EPA and If you notice any undesirable with alcohol or an ether compound. Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another These gasolines, or oxygenated fuels percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are used to meet clean air standards brand of gasoline.
Page 204: Driving In Foreign Countries
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 205: Emissions Controls
‘‘smog.’’ the engine is started and warmed up, Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the vapor is drawn into the engine bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian Motor Vehicle and burned during driving.
Page 206 Catalytic Converter. These three or of HC, CO, and NOx produced. remain low, you should use only new four systems work together to genuine Honda replacement parts or control the engine’s combustion and their equivalent for repairs. Using Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)
Page 207: 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...
Page 208: State Emissions Testing
State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state pedal, start the engine and let it the readiness codes are not set, you emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 209 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 210: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)
Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 211: Customer Service Information
Customer Service Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4318 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009...
Page 212: Warranty Coverages
Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these provides prorated belt that fails to function properly is Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 213 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 214: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Index Operation ........Brakes Anti-theft, Audio System ....Anti-lock System (ABS) ... Accessories ........Anti-theft Steering Column Break-in, New Linings ..... ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Lock ..........Bulb Replacement ....Position) ........Audio System ........Fluid ........... Accessory Power Socket ....Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .
Page 215 Index Clock, Setting the ......Dimensions ........Clutch Fluid ........Dimming the Headlights ....63 Capacities Chart ......CO in the Exhaust ......Dipstick Carbon Monoxide Hazard ....46 Cold Weather, Starting in .... Automatic Transmission ..Carrying Cargo ......
Page 216 Index Changing a Flat Tire ....Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Folding Rear Seat ......Charging System Indicator ..Belts by ........Foreign Countries, Driving in ..Checking the Fuses ....Four-way Flashers ......Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..Front Airbags ......
Page 217 Index Gauges Hood, Opening the ....... Interior Lights ......... Engine Coolant Temperature . Horn ..........Introduction ........Fuel ..........Hydraulic Clutch ......Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ..Jacking up the Vehicle ....5-speed Manual Transmission ......Identification Number, Vehicle . Jack, Tire ........
Page 218 Index Locks Mirrors, Adjusting ......Onboard Refueling Vapor Anti-theft Steering Column ..Moonroof ......... Recovery ........Fuel Fill Door ......Closing Manually ...... Operation in Foreign Countries . Power Door ......... Operation ........Outside Mirrors ......Trunk ........... Overheating, Engine ....
Page 219 Index Protecting Adults and Teens ..Replacement Information Safety Labels, Location of ..... Additional Safety Precautions . Dust and Pollen Filter ....Safety Messages ....... . ii Advice for Pregnant Women ..Engine Oil and Filter ....Seat Belts ........Protecting Children ......
Page 220 Index Snow Tires ........Steam Coming from Engine ..Tire Labeling ......... Sound System ........Steering Wheel Temperature Gauge ....... Spare Tire Adjustment ........Tether Anchorage Points ....Inflating ........Anti-theft Column Lock ..... Theft Protection ......Specifications ......Stereo Sound System .....
Page 221 Index Towing Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..Wrench ........A Trailer ........Windows Emergency Towing ....Operating the Power ....Traction Devices ......Rear, Defogger ......Transmission Vanity Mirror ........Windshield Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Capacity Load ....Cleaning ........
Page 222: Service Information Summary
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 86 or higher. Transmission Fluid) preferred, or DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or a DEXRON III ATF as a...

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