Introduction .........................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................

Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Comfort and Convenience Features ..............................................................................................

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving..................................................................................................................................

What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index...................................................................................................................................................... I

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Summary of Contents for Honda Civic Sedan 2006

Page 1 2006 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. If you have a Civic GX refer to Civic GX Owner’s Manual Supplement for additional information. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................
Page 2 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 This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your vehicle, other convenience items.
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle.
Page 5: Accessory Power Socket
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 59) (P. 11, 26) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 106) GAUGES (P. 65) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 11, 26) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 96) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.
Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS (P. 71) (P. 70) (P. 72) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR DISPLAY CHANGE (P. 32) BUTTON (P. 65) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 72) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Seat Belts ......... Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety (see pages Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. Be Aware of Airbag Hazards crash injuries and deaths. Generally, The recommendations on this page the higher the speed, the greater the While airbags can save lives, they...
Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to Your vehicle also has side curtain restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the airbags to help protect the heads of airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger...
Page 13 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need What you should do: Always wear The rest of this section gives more to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide instructions on how to properly Your vehicle has a door-open protect the driver, adult passengers, indicator on the instrument panel to and teenage children who are large indicate when any door is not tightly enough and mature enough to drive closed.
Page 15: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 16: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make sure the head restraint is adjusted to Reclining the seat-back too far its highest position. can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Page 17: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning the seat then tug on the belt to make sure the belts can cause serious injury belt is securely latched.
Page 18: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting Never place the shoulder portion of a Position lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash.
Page 19: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit position 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...
Page 20: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Do not attach solid objects on or If a side airbag or a Two people should never use the between yourself and a front near a door.
Page 21: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components If a front passenger does not fasten The seat belts use the same Your seat belt system includes lap/ their seat belt, the indicator will monitoring system as the front shoulder belts in all five seating come on about 6 seconds after the...
Page 22: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt restrain your body. Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, The seat belts in all seating positions and across your hips. except the driver’s have an additional locking mechanism that must be To fasten the belt, insert the latch...
Page 23: Seat Belt Maintenance
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious Honda provides a lifetime warranty If the front seat belt tensioners ever injury or death if the seat belts activate, they must be replaced as on seat belts for U.S. models. See...
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (12) (11) (1) Driver’s Airbag (2) Front Passenger’s Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (10) (7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (13) (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator...
Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver’s (16) airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page weight on the front passenger’s panel that alerts you that the seat. If the weight of an infant passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a or small child is detected, the...
Page 27: Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- powder from the airbag’s surface. airbags.
Page 29 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will does not encourage carrying an...
Page 30: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work indicator in the center of the back against cargo on the seat or dashboard will come on indicating floor behind it.
Page 31 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage indicator will go out. side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system There will be some delay between...
Page 32: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 33: Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works Indicator Works Ignoring the SRS indicator can U.S. Canada This indicator result in serious injury or death U.S. alerts you that the if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly.
Page 34: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If no one is riding in the front seat, Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a the airbag will be automatically shut Your airbag systems are virtually Take your vehicle to an problem.
Page 35: Additional Safety Precautions
If it is necessary to confirm that the passenger’s remove or modify a front seat to advanced front airbag is operating accommodate a person with properly. disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.
Page 36: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.
Page 37: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that Sun Visor Dashboard children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 39: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close If a child requires close physical Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact, Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.
Page 40: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Use the childproof door locks to Lock all doors and the trunk when Children Never hold an infant or child on prevent children from opening the your vehicle is not in use. If you are not wearing a This can prevent who play in vehicles can...
Page 41: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 42: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement strongly recommend that you install We strongly recommend placing a the child seat directly behind the forward-facing child seat in a back front passenger’s seat, move the seat seat, not the front.
Page 43: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat We also recommend selecting a facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid, the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child...
Page 44: Installing A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should be of the Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s proper type and size to fit the child.
Page 45: With Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using BUTTON LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
Page 46 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP forward and from side-to-side to HOOK verify that it is secure. ANCHOR Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats have Lift the head restraint (see page a flexible-type connector as shown ), then route the tether strap above.
Page 47: With A Seat Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
Page 48: With A Tether
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether ANCHORAGE POINTS COVER After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat ANCHOR locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to A child seat with a tether can be...
Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Using an Outer Anchor Lift the anchor cover, then attach Using the Center Anchor the tether strap hook to the TETHER STRAP TETHER STRAP anchor, making sure the strap is HOOK HOOK not twisted.
Page 50: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 51: Using A Booster Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat to drive. between the child’s neck and arm? Booster seats can be high-back or Is the lap part of the belt as low as low-back.
Page 52: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front, Administration and Transport...
Page 53: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck.
Page 54: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
Page 55: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR U.S. models shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
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Page 58: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Door Locks ........the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Power Door Locks ...... contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Childproof Door Locks ....
Page 59: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 59) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 106) GAUGES (P. 65) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 102) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 96) POWER DOOR LOCK DOOR LOCK SWITCH MASTER SWITCH (P. 78) (P.
Page 60: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM SUPPLEMENTAL PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM DAYTIME OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 60) RUNNING (P.
Page 61: Instrument Panel Indicators
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If your front passenger does not Parking Brake U.S. Canada indicators to give you important fasten their seat belt, the indicator and Brake information about your vehicle. comes on about 6 seconds after the System ignition switch is turned to the ON...
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off Immobilizer System U.S. Canada System Indicator Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on when you you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running Lights On Indicator Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator Indicators If this indicator comes on when the This indicator reminds you that the The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON exterior lights are on.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Cruise Main Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Maintenance Minder Indicator This indicator comes on for a few On LX and EX models LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on when you seconds when you turn the ignition turn on the cruise control system by switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Security System Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For more information, see page Charging System Indicator...
Page 66: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges To switch the information display SPEEDOMETER between the odometer, trip meter, TEMPERATURE GAUGE outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET FUEL button repeatedly. GAUGE Odometer TACHOMETER The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven.
Page 67: Trip Meter
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Trip Meter Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge This meter shows the number of This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the miles or kilometers driven since you It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant.
Page 68: Outside Temperature Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator If the outside temperature is Check Fuel Cap Indicator If equipped incorrectly displayed, you can adjust If your fuel cap is loose or missing, a This indicator displays the outside it up to 5°F ( 3°C) warmer or ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’...
Page 69: Maintenance Minder
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges If the system still detects a loose or Maintenance Minder missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction The information display in the indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. instrument panel shows you the Turn the engine off, and check or engine oil life and maintenance retighten the fuel fill cap until it service items when the ignition...
Page 70: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HEADLIGHTS/ WINDSHIELD (P. 72) TURN SIGNALS WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) (P. 70) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P. 65) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 32) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 65) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.
Page 71: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers MIST The wipers run at high The wipers run at low speed. speed until you release the lever. The wipers run at high speed. The wipers are not activated. Windshield Washer Pull the The length of the wiper wiper control lever toward you,...
Page 72: Turn Signal And Headlights
Main Menu Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Push down on the If you leave the lights on with the Turn Signal left lever to signal a left turn and up key removed from the ignition to signal a right turn.
Page 73: Daytime Running Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button With the headlight switch off, only the high beam headlights come on INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake.
Page 74: Rear Window Defogger
Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before Make any steering wheel adjustment starting to drive. before you start driving. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 75: Keys And Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment, Keys and Locks Push the lever up to lock the Keys and Locks steering wheel in that position. U.S. EX model Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place MASTER KEY VALET NUMBER...
Page 76 Use On DX model vehicle and the valet key at a parking only Honda-approved key blanks. The keys do not contain batteries. facility. Do not try to take them apart.
Page 77: Immobilizer System
Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an key’s coding if another immobilizer This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
Page 78: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or to turn the key. Firmly turn the the ACCESSORY (I) position and steering wheel to the left or right as open the driver’s door.
Page 79: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks On DX models Power Door Locks LOCK TAB To lock any passenger’s door when getting out of the vehicle, pull the lock tab out, and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, pull and hold the outside door handle, then pull To lock To lock...
Page 80: Childproof Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Childproof Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking To activate an auto door lock mode: On LX and EX models Locks all doors when the vehicle’s speed Your vehicle has two custom door reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h). LEVER Unlock lock settings: auto door locking and...
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Automatic Transmission: To turn the auto door lock modes Push and hold the lock side of the Push and hold the brake pedal, master door lock switch on the off: then move the shift lever out of driver’s door.
Page 82: Auto Door Unlocking
Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Push and hold the lock side of the Auto Door Unlocking To activate an auto door lock mode: On models with automatic transmission master door lock switch on the On LX and EX models driver’s door.
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks To activate an auto door unlock Automatic Transmission: To turn the auto door unlock modes Push and hold the brake pedal, mode: off: then move the shift lever out of Unlocks driver’s door when the ignition Park (P).
Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Push and hold the unlock side of Push and hold the unlock side of To activate an auto door unlock the master door lock switch on the the master door lock switch on the mode: driver’s door.
Page 85: Trunk
Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener PULL TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MASTER KEY MASTER KEY RELEASE LEVER To open the trunk, pull the trunk On all models except U.S. EX release handle on the left side of the You can also use the master key to As a safety feature, your vehicle has driver’s seat.
Page 86: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter If you unlock the doors with the On U.S. LX and EX models U.S. EX model PANIC BUTTON If you push the LOCK button twice remote transmitter, but do not open TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON any of the doors within 30 seconds, within 5 seconds, you will hear a RELEASE...
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the If it takes several pushes on the transmitter. button to lock or unlock the doors, Protect the transmitter from replace the battery as soon as extreme temperature.
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and BATTERY (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 89: Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward or To change the seat-back angle of the backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Head Restraints See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Armrest Folding Rear Seat Rear Center Position RELEASE BUTTON When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make On all models except DX The back of the rear seat folds down, sure the head restraint is adjusted to The lid of the console compartment giving you direct access to the trunk.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats GUIDE Pull Pull RELEASE EX models/ Canadian All models LX model CENTER SHOULDER BELT When storing cargo, you can move To release the seat-back, pull the On EX models and Canadian LX model The left and right seat-backs can be the rear center shoulder belt out of release under the trunk panel.
Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Make sure all items in the trunk, or Make sure that the folded seat-back does not interfere with the front items extending through the opening passenger’s seat-back. This will into the back seat, are secured. cause the front passenger’s weight Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake...
Page 94: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows On LX and EX models DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH AUTO To open or close the driver’s window, push or pull the Closing a power window on window switch firmly down or up to someone’s hands or fingers can the second detent, and release it.
Page 95: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows, Moonroof On LX and EX models Moonroof MOONROOF SWITCH If your vehicle’s battery is If equipped disconnected or goes dead, or the Turn the ignition switch to the ON driver’s window fuse is removed, the (II) position before operating the AUTO function will be disabled.
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof To close the moonroof fully, push The moonroof has a key-off delay. Auto Reverse the moonroof switch forward to the You can open and close the If the moonroof runs into any second detent, then release it. The moonroof for up to 10 minutes after obstacle while it is closing moonroof closes all the way.
Page 97: Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors ADJUSTMENT SWITCH SELECTOR SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. On all models except DX Push the appropriate edge of the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch to move the you start driving.
Page 98: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Heated Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the...
Page 99: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Light After all doors are closed tightly, the light(s) dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds. DOOR ACTIVATED SWITCHES If you do not open either door after unlock the driver’s door or remove the key from the ignition switch, the light(s) fades out in about 30 seconds.
Page 100: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKET COIN BOX VANITY MIRROR ACCESSORY COAT HOOK POWER SOCKET On all LX models, and EX models without moonroof Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off. BEVERAGE HOLDERS BEVERAGE HOLDERS GLOVE BOX...
Page 101: Beverage Holders
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the LEVER beverage holders. A spilled liquid The EX model has another that is very hot can scald you or your accessory power socket in the center passengers.
Page 102 Main Menu Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... system in your vehicle provides a Using the A/C ......comfortable driving environment in Audio System ........ all weather conditions. Playing the Radio ......Playing a Disc ........
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control Dial TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the MODE BUTTONS dial counterclockwise to decrease it. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center MAX A/C Button heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard. If equipped the base of the windshield. Keep this The system automatically area clear of leaves and other debris.
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Heater to maximum cool. Dehumidify the Interior The heater uses engine coolant to Select Air conditioning, as it cools, removes warm the air. If the engine is cold, it If the outside air is humid, select moisture from the air.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Defog and Defrost When you switch to , from To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To remove fog from the inside of the , the A/C stays on. From the Windows windows: This helps prevent the windows from rapidly fogging up when the air is...
Page 107 Main Menu Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Read the appropriate pages in this (A type) section for operation of the audio systems installed in your vehicle. U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models page for A and B type page...
Page 108: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System (B type) (C type) U.S. EX model without navigation system U.S. EX model with navigation system...
Page 109: Playing The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (A type) (B type) U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models U.S. EX model without navigation system SCAN AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB...
Page 110 Main Menu Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio To Play the Radio TUNE Use the TUNE knob to If you do nothing, the system will The ignition switch must be in the tune the radio to a desired frequency. then scan for the next strong station ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after AUTO SELECT If you are Adjusting the Sound traveling far from home and can no pressing a preset bar if auto select Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob longer receive your preset stations, cannot find a strong station for every repeatedly to display the bass (BAS),...
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio Treble/Bass Use the TREBLE/ Speed-sensitive volume Audio System Lighting BASS modes to adjust the tone to compensation (SVC) The SVC You can use the instrument panel your liking. mode controls the volume based on brightness control buttons to adjust vehicle speed.
Page 113: Playing A Disc
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc (A type) (B type) U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models U.S. EX model without navigation system REPEAT EJECT LOAD BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR BUTTON LOAD RANDOM REPEAT RANDOM DISPLAY DISPLAY EJECT...
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc To Play a Disc The specifications of the compatible Insert a disc into the slot. The drive To load or play discs, the ignition MP3 file are: will pull the disc in the rest of the switch must be in the ACCESSORY Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz way to play it.
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc Name Display Function You will also see the album and track To Change or Select Tracks/Files Each time you press the DISP button name (CD-TEXT), or the folder and You can use the SEEK/SKIP bar while playing a CD-TEXT, the file name (MP3/WMA) under these while a disc is playing to select...
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc SEEK/SKIP Each time you REPEAT (TRACK/FILE In MP3/WMA mode press and release the bar, the FOLDER SELECTION REPEAT) To continuously replay player skips forward to the select a different folder, turn the a track (file in MP3/WMA mode), beginning of the next track (files in FOLDER (TUNE) knob clockwise to...
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc In MP3/WMA mode RANDOM (Random within a In MP3/WMA mode FOLDER-REPEAT This feature, Disc) This feature plays the FOLDER-RANDOM This when activated, replays all the files tracks (all files in each folder in feature, when activated, plays the on the selected folder in the order MP3/WMA mode) within a disc in...
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc SCAN The SCAN function To Stop Playing a Disc In MP3/WMA mode samples all the tracks/files on the F-SCAN This feature, when Press the eject button ( ) to disc in the order they are recorded activated, samples the first file of remove the CD.
Page 119: Disc Player Error Messages
Main Menu Table of Contents Disc Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Indication Cause Solution display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Page 120: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock (A type) (B type) U.S. LX and Canadian DX, DX-G, LX, and EX models U.S. EX model without navigation system CLOCK BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON H BUTTON R BUTTON M BUTTON M BUTTON CONTINUED...
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock You can quickly set the time to the To set the time, press the CLOCK (AM/FM or AM) button until you nearest hour. If the displayed time is hear a beep, then release the button. before the half hour, pressing the The displayed time begins to blink.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) (C type) U.S. EX model with navigation system FM1 ICON FM2 ICON AM ICON JOYSTICK AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT ICON AUDIO BUTTON BACKGROUND ICON SCAN BUTTON SOUND ICON TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS...
Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) Voice Control System The band and frequency that the SEEK The SEEK function In addition to the standard audio radio was last tuned to is displayed. searches up and down from the controls, the audio system in your To change bands, press the AM/FM current frequency to find a station...
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) Preset Each preset button can AUTO SELECT If you are press the To turn off Auto Select, store one frequency on AM, and two traveling far from home and can no AUTO SEL icon.
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio (Vehicles with Navigation System) Adjusting the Sound Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed. The faster you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. As you slow down, the audio volume decreases.
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) (C type) U.S. EX model with navigation system CD ICON OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SKIP BUTTON RANDOM FAST FORWARD BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REWIND BUTTON...
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) Disc Player To Change Tracks Push the button to play the next track on the disc. Push the Avoid using discs with adhesive labels. DISC SLOT button once to replay the track The label can curl up and cause the in play;...
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) Press the RDM If you are playing a CD, the screen RANDOM To Choose a Track button to play the tracks in random shows the track number. If you are order.
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Disc (Vehicles with Navigation System) To Stop Playing a Disc Removing a Disc To close the screen, press the To take the system out of disc mode, CLOSE button. The screen will not EJECT BUTTON press the AM/FM button or CD/ close if you have a partially inserted...
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) PC Card (C type) U.S. EX model with navigation system PC CARD SLOT PC CARD ICON PLAY MODE ICON TRACK LIST ICON OPEN BUTTON CD/AUX BUTTON CLOSE BUTTON AUDIO With the ignition in the BUTTON...
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) You cannot close the display until Push the AUDIO button to show the NOTE: audio system screen. You can also When you insert a PC card into the PC card is inserted all the way operate the audio system without the slot, make sure you put it in...
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Play Mode PLAY MODE ICON FOLDER MODE MODE INDICATOR ARTIST MODE PLAY MODE ICON PLAY MODE ICON ALBUM MODE MODE INDICATOR MODE INDICATOR CONTINUED...
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) To select a play mode To Change Tracks Push the button to play the next track. Push the button once to replay the track in play; press it twice to replay the previous track.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) REPEAT Press the RPT button Press and hold the RDM button until Press and hold the SCAN button to continuously replay a track. You you hear a beep. Folder, artist, or until you hear a beep.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) To Choose a Track SONG SEARCH ICON (Folder Mode) SONG SEARCH ICON (Artist Mode) TRACK LIST ICON SONG SEARCH ICON (Album Mode)
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Search by Title by Keyword SONG SEARCH ICON TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON MORE ICON RETURN ICON ALBUM ICON ARTIST ICON LIST ICON Folder mode is shown You can also choose a track directly If you want to search for a particular If you choose Title by Keyword, from a track list.
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Search by Artist Search by Album Then select a song. If you choose Artist, select an artist, If you choose Album, select an then select a song. album, then select a song.
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a PC Card (Vehicles with Navigation System) Playing an MP3/WMA Card To Stop Playing a Card Removing a PC Card The player plays recorded MP3/ To take the system out of card mode, WMA cards in recorded order. press the AM/FM button or CD/ EJECT BUTTON Maximum playable folder layers are...
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Disc Player Error Messages (Vehicles with Navigation System) If you see an error message in the Indication Cause Solution display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button, and pull out the disc.
Page 140: Radio Reception
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 142: Protecting Your Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played, use only high quality discs labeled store it in its case to protect it from for audio use.
Page 143: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection On all models except U.S. DX If you lose the card, you must obtain If you make a mistake entering the Your vehicle’s audio system will the code number from a dealer. To code, do not start over;...
Page 144: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls The MODE button changes the numbers in the display. If you press VOL BUTTON mode. Pressing the button and hold the CH button ( ) or ( ) repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, until you hear a beep, you can select or a disc (if a disc is loaded).
Page 145: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System On U.S LX and EX models With the system set, you can still The security system helps to protect open the trunk with the master key your vehicle and valuables from theft. or the remote transmitter without The horn sounds and a combination triggering the alarm.
Page 146: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Press and release the DECEL/ On LX and EX models Cruise control allows you to maintain SET button on the steering wheel. RES/ACCEL a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) The CRUISE CONTROL indicator CRUISE BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE BUTTON system will remember the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
Page 149 Main Menu...
Page 150: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........need to know how to properly store Opening and Closing the luggage or packages.
Page 151: Break-In Period
Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation does NOT contain manganese-based Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate fuel additives such as MMT. reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
Page 152: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Push Gasoline is highly flammable Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive.
Page 153: Opening And Closing The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least once. If you do not properly tighten the cap, LATCH the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page ).
Page 154: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK GRIP UPPER MARK LOWER MARK CLIP To close the hood, lift it up slightly to Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and remove the support rod from the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 155: Engine Coolant Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and RESERVE TANK according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra messages displayed in the fuel.
Page 156: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt Accessories not overload electrical circuits or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your the proper operation of your Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 157 Some examples are: safety systems could make the Lowering the vehicle with a non- systems ineffective. Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.
Page 158: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DOOR POCKETS Glove box Door pockets TRUNK CENTER POCKET Console compartment Trunk Center pocket However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Steps for determining correct load Load Limits (850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.) The maximum load for your vehicle limit: is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S.A, 395 kg Determine the combined weight for Canada.
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and someone during a crash.
Page 161 Main Menu...
Page 162: Driving
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 Manual Transmission ....manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission ....It also includes important Parking ...........
Page 163: 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 are stored properly or your passengers have fastened you drive your vehicle.
Page 164: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all down, and hold it there while The immobilizer system protects your electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.
Page 165: Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding up reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly. This will give you good speed will enter into the tachometer’s fuel economy and effective red zone.
Page 167: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators If the malfunction indicator lamp Shifting comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator, there is a problem in the automatic transmission control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by SHIFT LEVER your dealer as soon as possible.
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- from reverse to neutral, come to a To shift from: Do this: Press the brake pedal, and cally locks the transmission. Use complete stop, and then shift. P to R Park whenever you are turning off or press the shift lever release button.
Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission This position locks Drive (D ) This position is Second (2) Engine Speed Limiter similar to D, except only the first the transmission in second gear. It If you exceed the maximum speed three gears are selected.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release RELEASE Do this if pushing on the brake pedal BUTTON and pressing the release button does not shift the transmission out of park: Set the parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 171: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly or equipped) and the windows are curb.
Page 172: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Pad Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic...
Page 173: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake Important Safety Reminders helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and ABS does not reduce the time or locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise.
Page 174: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed to Load Limits primarily carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60 percent of the (GAWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle load toward the front of the trailer The maximum allowable weight of and trailer weights are within limits and 40 percent toward the rear, then...
Page 176 Hitches Trailer Brakes Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must Honda recommends that any trailer Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. having a total weight of 1,000 lbs equipment, depending on the size of...
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and Canadian provinces agency if any other items are comply with federal, state, and local require special outside mirrors when recommended or required for your regulations.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Backing Up When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page Always drive slowly and have driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are someone guide you when backing up.
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer Making Turns and Braking If you must stop when facing uphill, The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake. height of a trailer will affect your than normal.
Page 180 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......This section also includes Changing the Engine Oil instructions on how to read the...
Page 181: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items in the displayed on the engine oil life information display to show you display according to this table: when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and...
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder To cancel the engine oil life display, press and hold the SEL/RESET button until the information display is replaced by the previous display and the maintenance minder indicator turns off. The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page...
Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Pressing and holding the SEL/ RESET button cancels the engine oil life display, but the maintenance minder indicator remains on. You can change the display to the engine oil life display or the odometer and trip meter by pushing the SEL/RESET button.
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Display Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 186 Press the SEL/RESET button for We recommend using Honda parts more than 5 seconds. The and fluids whenever you have maintenance item code(s) will maintenance done. These are...
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Maintenance, Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of replacement, or repair of You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, emissions control devices and items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, systems may be done by any you are unsure of how to perform...
Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 189: Maintenance Record
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet. Mileage...
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 191: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual POWER STEERING Transmission only) FLUID (Red cap) (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR...
Page 192: 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 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and DRAIN BOLT You may use a synthetic motor oil if Filter WASHER it meets the same requirements Always change the oil and filter given for a conventional motor oil: it according to the maintenance displays the API Certification Seal,...
Page 194: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Turn off the engine and let it sit OIL FILTER then reinstall the drain bolt. for several minutes, then check Tighten the drain bolt to: the oil level on the dipstick.
Page 195: Engine Coolant
Table of Contents Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda Long-life Anti- freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant empty, you should also check the is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 197: Transmission Fluid
Park the vehicle on level ground. Have the transmission flushed and Shut off the engine. Remove the dipstick, and check refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 by the fluid level. It should be your dealer as soon as it is Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) between the upper and lower convenient.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid Insert the dipstick all the way back Manual Transmission If Honda MTF is not available, you in the transmission. may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 FILLER BOLT viscosity motor oil with the API If you are not sure how to add fluid, Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 199: Brake And Clutch Fluid
The fluid level should be between Using any non-Honda brake fluid can the MIN and MAX marks on the side cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. If the level is at or The fluid level should be between of the system.
Page 200: Power Steering Fluid
Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 201 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment from contact with your skin or hard...
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the electrical connector back Low Beam Headlight onto the new socket. Make sure it is on all the way. HOLDING CLIP Insert the socket into the hole, and turn it one-quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the new socket into the hole, Replacing the Front Side Marker/ and turn it one-quarter turn Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb clockwise to lock it in place. SOCKET HOLDING CLIP Push the electrical connector back onto the new socket.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing Rear Bulbs by pushing the bulb in and turning (in Fenders) it counterclockwise until it unlocks. FASTENER Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly.
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Lid) BULB BULBS SOCKETS SOCKETS BULB FASTENERS Remove the socket by turning it Test the lights to make sure the Open the trunk. one-quarter turn counterclockwise. new bulb is working. On LX and EX models Pull the bulb straight out of its Reinstall the trunk lining.
Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake socket. Push the new bulb straight Light Bulb into the socket until it bottoms. BULB Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 207 Table of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, make sure they fit properly and that they can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors.
Page 208: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper COVER blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE ASSEMBLY REINFORCEMENT STRIP WIPER BLADE Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from the blade Examine the new wiper blades. If from the wiper arm: assembly: they have no plastic or metal Press and hold the lock tab.
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Tires Install the new blade onto the Tires Inflation Guidelines blade assembly: To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated Pull back either end of the blade tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of assembly.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the Use a gauge to measure the air Recommended Tire Pressures pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot (driven for several The following charts show the month.
Page 212 A tire this worn gives very little improper wheel weights can damage traction on wet roads. You should your wheels. Use only genuine Honda replace the tire if you can see three wheel weights f or balancing. or more tread wear indicators.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible Front Front the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front rating, and maximum cold tire tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Winter Driving Wheels: Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All (DX, Canadian DX-G) Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- Installing improper tires on your 15 x 6 J weather tread design suitable for vehicle can affect handling and (LX, EX) most winter driving conditions.
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Chains Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ Traction devices that are the wrong cable-type traction devices, with size or improperly installed can rubber chain tensioners, on the front damage your vehicle’s brake lines, tires.
Page 216: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s solution of baking soda and water.
Page 217: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage Block the rear wheels. If you need to park your vehicle for Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 218: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 219: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as This tire gives a harsher ride and soon as you can.
Page 220: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK TOOL CASE stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINTS EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel with the wheel nut wrench. point.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, WHEEL then tighten them in a crisscross NUTS pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub.
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tools in the tool SPACER WING BOLT case. Place the tool case in the CONE center of the flat tire. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Page 224: If The Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Turn the ignition switch to the Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly START (III) position. If the on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights do not dim, check the...
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal or even faster not be working.
Page 226: Jump Starting
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
Page 227: Jump Starting, If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start the vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The reading of the vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in metal-to-metal contact.
Page 228: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats Safely pull to the side of the road. If the temperature gauge reading Put the transmission in neutral stays at the red mark, turn off the (M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the engine.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on reserve tank, you may need to add cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly.
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning lights.
Page 231: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If this indicator comes on If the battery in your vehicle has while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you been disconnected or gone dead, of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle these codes are erased.
Page 232: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator The brake system indicator However, if the brake pedal does not If the ABS indicator comes on with U.S. normally comes on when feel normal, you should take the brake system indicator, have you turn the ignition switch immediate action.
Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Turn the ignition switch to the Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the LOCK (0) position. Make sure the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the headlights and all other looking through the top at the wire...
Page 235 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If the replacement fuse of the If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem with your...
Page 236: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 50 A Headlight Main 40 A Power Window Main Not Used 20 A Sub Fan Motor 20 A Main Fan Motor (A/T) 30 A Main Fan Motor (M/T) 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A...
Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Left Headlight Low 20 A Headlight High Main 15 A Small (Main) Not Used 20 A Headlight Low Main (7.5 A) (HAC) (7.5 A) (20 A) Moonroof 20 A Door Lock...
Page 238: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do this: Improper towing preparation will with just a rope or chain.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the The steering system can be damaged if bumpers will cause serious damage. the steering wheel is locked. Leave the The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) support the vehicle’s weight.
Page 240: Technical Information
Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 241: Identification Numbers
Table of Contents Main Menu Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. The vehicle identification number COVER (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 242 Table of Contents Main Menu Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into ENGINE NUMBER the engine block. The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 243: Specifications
Table of Contents Main Menu Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 176.7 in (4,489 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 61.9 in (1,572 mm) 13.2 US gal (50 ) Height 56.5 in (1,435 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 106.3 in (2,700 mm) coolant Manual 1.37 US gal (5.2 ) Track Front...
Page 244 Table of Contents Main Menu Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 236 or the fuse label Charge quantity 14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant oil type SP-10 box door under the steering column.
Page 245: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 246: Temperature
Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 247: Tire Labeling
Table of Contents Main Menu Tire Labeling Load index (a numerical code The tires that came on your vehicle Maximum Tire Pressure have a number of markings. Those associated with the maximum Max Press The maximum air you should be aware of are described load the tire can carry).
Page 248: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
Page 249: Exhaust Emissions Controls
HC, CO, and NOx produced. remain low, you should use only new combustion and minimize the Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower amount of HC, CO, and NOx that Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) comes out the tailpipe.
Page 250: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts Keep the engine tuned-up. on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part Have your vehicle diagnosed and or its equivalent. repaired if it is misfiring, back-...
Page 251: State Emissions Testing
Table of Contents Main Menu State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been the cruise control. When traffic If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 6 allows, drive for 90 seconds emissions test shortly after the hours or more.
Page 252 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 253: Customer Service Information
Customer Service Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, PR 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 620-7028 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009...
Page 254: Warranty Coverages
Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the Warranty and Emissions these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda Warranty Information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s...
Page 255 , or write to: NHTSA, Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become U.S. Department of Transportation, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Washington, D.C. 20590. You can Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or also obtain other information about American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 256: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian (U.S. only) owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 257: Authorized Manuals
Table of Contents Main Menu Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and companies, please provide dealer or company name, and the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be This manual covers maintenance and recommended sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 258 Main Menu Index Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ....... . 61, Accessories ........Battery Operation ........ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Anti-theft, Audio System ....Charging System Position) ........Indicator ......64, Anti-theft Steering Column Accessory Power Socket ..... Lock .......... Jump Starting ......
Page 259 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Changing Oil Crankcase Emissions Control Back-up Lights ......How to ........System ........Brake Lights ......When to ........Cruise Control Operation .... Front Side Marker Lights ..Charging System Indicator . 64, Customer Service Information ..
Page 260 Main Menu Index Doors Emergency Brake ......Filling the Fuel Tank ....Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . Emergency Flashers ...... Filters Auto Door Locking ..... Emergency Towing ...... Dust and Pollen ......Auto Door Unlocking ....Emergency Trunk Opener ............Locking and Unlocking ....
Page 261 Main Menu Index Fuel ..........Timing Control System .... Fill Door and Cap ...... Important Safety Precautions ..Gauge ........... Halogen Headlight Bulbs ..... Indicators, Instrument Panel ..Octane Requirement ....Infant Restraint ....... Hazard Warning Flashers ....Oxygenated ....... Headlights Infant Seats Reserve Indicator...
Page 262 Main Menu Index Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 64, Numbers, Identification ....Lubricant Specifications Chart . Keys ..........Octane Requirement, Gasoline . Maintenance ........Odometer ......... Label, Certification ....... Minder ........ 181-187 Odometer, Trip ....... Lane Change, Signaling ....Minder Indicator ......
Page 263 Main Menu Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ..........Panel Brightness Control ....Radiator Overheating ....Reserve Tank, Engine Park Gear Position ......Radio/CD Sound System ..... Coolant ....... . 154, Parking ........... Radio/CD/PC Card Sound Restraint, Child ....... Parking Brake .........
Page 264 Main Menu Index System Components ....Speed-sensitive Volume Steam Coming from Engine ..Use During Pregnancy ....Compensation (SVC) ..111, Steering Wheel Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . Spotlights ......... Adjustment ........Seats, Adjusting the ......SRS, Additional Information ..
Page 265 Main Menu Index Technical Descriptions Snow ........... DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Specifications ......Emissions Control Systems ..Tire Chains ........ Unexpected, Taking Care Oxygenated Fuels ..... Tools, Tire Changing ....of the .......... State Emissions Testing ..Towing Uniform Tire Quality Grading Three Way Catalytic A Trailer ........
Page 266 Main Menu Index Indicator ........Operation ........Wheel Adjusting the Steering ....Alignment and Balance .... Compact Spare ......Nut Wrench ....... Windows Operating the Power ....Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ........Washers ........Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades .......
Page 267: Service Information Summary
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. Transmission Fluid) preferred, or DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or a DEXRON III ATF as a...

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