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Honda Insight 2004 Reference Owner's Manual

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Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................. ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance..................................................................................................................... 2
Driver and Passenger Safety .............................................................................................................. 5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 39
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................ 71
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving.................................................................................................................................... 91
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 105
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 123
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 163
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 189
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 201
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 205
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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  • Page 1 2004 Insight Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................i A Few Words About Safety......................... ii Your Vehicle at a Glance........................
  • Page 2 The information and specifications included in this publication were in DELIVERY DATE effect at the time of approval for (Date sold to original retail purchaser) printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to DEALER NAME DEALER NO. discontinue or change specifications...
  • Page 3 This information NOTICE: One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to is intended to help you avoid damage read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and to your Honda, other property, or the convenience items.
  • Page 4 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels on the vehicle.

  • Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance POWER WINDOW INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 41) HEATING/COOLING PASSENGER’S AIRBAG (P. 72, 76) SWITCHES CONTROLS (P. 19) GAUGES (P. 46) (P. 65) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 78) FCD SELECT DIGITAL CLOCK BUTTON (P. 89) (P.

  • Page 6: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MIRROR CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 66) (P. 53) ECON BUTTON (P. 73) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 55) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 65) (P. 78) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HORN DRIVING MODE BUTTONS (CVT) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.
  • Page 7 Main Menu...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..Airbag Service ......information about how to protect Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ..Additional Safety Precautions . yourself and your passenger. It Seat Belts ........Protecting Children shows you how to use seat belts Airbags...

  • Page 9: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety child passenger. your reaction time gets worse with Due to the recommendations throughout this passenger’s airbag hazard, you every additional drink. So don’t drink section, and throughout this manual. and drive, and don’t let your friends should never carry an infant in a The recommendations on this page...

  • 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 passenger during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong aluminum framework, that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...

  • Page 11: Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features However, you and your passenger Seat Belts When properly worn, seat belts: can’t take full advantage of these Your vehicle is equipped with seat safety features unless you remain belts in both seating positions. Keep you connected to the vehicle sitting in a proper position and so you can take advantage of the...

  • Page 12: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Of course, seat belts cannot Airbags The most important things you need completely protect you in every to know about your airbags are: crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your risk of serious Airbags do not replace seat belts.
  • Page 13 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: 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 Your vehicle has a door monitor Adjust the Seats The following pages provide indicator on the instrument panel to instructions on how to properly indicate when either door or the protect the driver, adult passengers hatch is not tightly 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 Sitting too close to an airbag airbag, or by striking the steering can result in serious injury or wheel or dashboard.

  • Page 16: Fasten And Position The Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts

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

  • Page 17: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    For result in serious injury or death. example, if an occupant slouches, Have your Honda dealer check the lies down, turns sideways, sits belt as soon as possible. forward, leans forward or sideways,...

  • Page 18: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full control of the vehicle. When riding as a passenger, adjust the seat as far back as possible.

  • Page 19: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. If your If they do, they hands or arms are close to an same seat belt.

  • Page 20: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt belt to help restrain your body. Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over shoulder belts in both seating your shoulder, across your chest, The passenger’s seat belt has an positions.

  • Page 21: Seat Belt Maintenance

    For information on how to clean your corrected as soon as possible. soon as possible. seat belts, see page Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.

  • Page 22: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components A sophisticated electronic system How Your Airbags Work Your airbag system includes: that continually monitors and records information about the Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint sensors, the control unit, the System) airbags.
  • Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt After a crash, you may see what restrains your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually while the tensioner tightens and powder from the airbag’s surface.

  • Page 24: How The Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work

    For example: Your Honda has automatic seat belt Have your vehicle checked by a tensioners for added protection If the SRS indicator does not come...

  • Page 25: Airbag Service

    This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an problem.

  • Page 26: 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 or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not properly restrained.

  • Page 27: Your Vehicle Is Not Recommended For Child Passengers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Your Vehicle is Not The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Small Children Recommended for Child Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in Passengers Airbags have been designed to help the passenger’s seat can be The National Highway Traffic Safety protect adults in a moderate to hazardous.
  • Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, your vehicle has your vehicle has warning labels on warning labels hanging from the the driver’s and passenger’s visors.

  • Page 29: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Never hold a small child on your vehicle. Leaving children without transmitters out of reach of lap.

  • Page 30: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Small Children Because an inflating airbag can Child Seat Type seriously injure or kill small children, we recommend that you do not carry Placing a forward-facing child a small child as a passenger in this seat in the passenger’s seat vehicle.

  • Page 31: Selecting A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the passenger’s To provide proper protection, a child After selecting a proper child seat, seat. Make sure the child is seat should meet three there are three main steps to install...
  • Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt The passenger’s seat belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.
  • Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to the belt near the buckle, and pull...
  • Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using the Anchorage Point Tether TETER STRAP HOOK ANCHORAGE POINT After properly securing the child A child seat with a tether can be seat with the lap/shoulder belt installed in the passenger’s seat, (see page ), route the tether...

  • Page 35: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a larger child age 12 or child should sit in the back seat on a under to ride in the vehicle can booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Booster seats can be high-back or between the child’s neck and arm? low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster meets federal Is the lap part of the belt as low as safety standards (see page ) and...
  • Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Ride in If you decide that a child can safely Maturity this Vehicle To safely ride in this vehicle, a child ride in this vehicle, be sure to: If the passenger’s airbag inflates in a must be able to follow the rules, Carefully read the owner’s manual,...
  • Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a seat Do not let a child wear a seat belt belt. Devices intended to improve a This could result in child’s comfort or reposition the across the neck.

  • Page 39: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the hatch 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.

  • Page 40: Safety Labels

    Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which is removed by the owner), contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. GLOVE BOX U.S. models only BATTERY...
  • Page 41 Main Menu...
  • Page 42 Instrument Panel ......Ignition Switch ........ contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Door Locks ........your Honda. All the essential Gauges ..........Hatch ..........controls are within easy reach. Fuel Gauge ........Remote Transmitter .......

  • Page 43: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations AUDIO SYSTEM POWER WINDOW HEATING/COOLING (P. 78) SWITCHES CONTROLS FCD SELECT BUTTON (P. 72, 76) (P. 65) CLOCK (P. 49) (P. 89) DOOR LOCK (P. 60) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 93) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE DRIVING MODE BUTTONS (CVT) (P.

  • Page 44: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Manual Transmission shown SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P. 42) TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS (P. 43) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 42) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 44) ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.

  • Page 45: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure IMA System Indicator indicators to give you important Indicator information about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damaged This indicator normally comes on for if this indicator flashes or stays on a few seconds when you turn the Seat Belt Reminder...
  • Page 46 ABS. If this happens, have your It is a reminder to check the blinks when you signal a lane change vehicle checked by your Honda parking brake. Driving with the or turn. If the indicators do not blink dealer. With this indicator on, your...
  • Page 47 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators High Beam Indicator Immobilizer System Electric Power Steering Indicator (EPS) Indicator This indicator comes on with the This indicator comes on for a few This indicator normally comes on high beam headlights. See page seconds when you turn the ignition when you turn the ignition to ON (II) for information on the headlight...
  • Page 48 Hold the button for about 10 maintenance. If this maintenance is seconds until the indicator resets. done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. Turn off the engine. Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 49: Gauges

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Manual Transmission shown IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE TACHOMETER FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY TEMPERATURE SPEEDOMETER GAUGE AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE FUEL GAUGE CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY TRIP BUTTON TRIP METER/ODOMETER DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 50: Fuel Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Odometer This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the The odometer shows the total It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal distance your vehicle has been than the actual amount.

  • Page 51: Current Fuel Mileage

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Current Fuel Mileage Trip Meters Trip Mileage The trip meters show the number of miles or kilometers driven since you last reset them. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

  • Page 52: Segment Distance And Fuel Mileage

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Segment Distance and Fuel Lifetime Fuel Mileage Mileage Press the FCD select button to display the distance and average fuel LIFETIME FUEL MILEAGE SEGMENT mileage for a segment of a trip. The DISPLAY Segment Display indicator will come INDICATOR on to remind you that this is the segment distance and fuel mileage...

  • Page 53: Turning Off The Mileage Displays

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges To reset this display, turn the Turning Off the Mileage Displays Use the Trip button to select ignition switch to ON (II), the You can temporarily turn off the another mileage display. transmission is in neutral or Park Current Fuel Mileage and Fuel (CVT), and the parking brake is set.

  • Page 54: Battery Level Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Charge/Assist Gauge BATTERY LEVEL IMA CHARGE/ BATTERY LEVEL IMA CHARGE/ This gauge shows the status of the ASSIST GAUGE GAUGE ASSIST GAUGE GAUGE Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). If the indicator is on the left side of the gauge, the IMA battery is being charged.

  • Page 55: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROLS WINDSHIELD HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 65) (P. 66) (P. 55) (P. 53) ECON BUTTON (P. 73) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 78) DRIVING MODE BUTTONS REAR WINDOW HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS HORN (CVT model only)

  • Page 56: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Rear Window Wiper and Washer select a position. MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. The wipers are not activated. The wipers operate every few seconds.

  • Page 57: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Push down on the To turn on, push Turn Signal High Beams 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 58: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Instrument Panel Brightness The display dims when the parking Hazard Warning Button lights or headlights are turned on. Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on.

  • Page 59: Rear Window Defogger

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Automatic Operation The rear window defogger turns on automatically when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) if the outside temperature is below 32°F (0 °C), or if the engine is at ambient temperature.

  • Page 60: Keys And Locks

    Do not try to take them apart. have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic The master key fits all the locks on circuits that are activated by the your vehicle.

  • Page 61: Immobilizer System

    If the indicator If you have lost your key and cannot starts to blink, it means the system start the engine, contact a Honda Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the dealer.

  • Page 62: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the ON (II) This is the normal key anti-theft lock may make it difficult position when driving. Several of the to turn the key. Firmly turn the indicators on the instrument panel steering wheel to the left or right as come on as a test when you turn the...

  • Page 63: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks, Hatch Door Locks Hatch LOCK TAB MASTER KEY UNLOCK POSITION Each door has a lock tab next to the The doors can also be locked and Use the master key to lock and inside door handle.
  • Page 64 If you need to use this procedure to open the hatch, your vehicle may be developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your Honda dealer. To open the hatch, push the lever behind the hatch’s back edge. To close the hatch, push down on the back edge.

  • Page 65: Remote Transmitter

    30 reprogrammed by a Honda dealer. hatch are locked. You cannot lock seconds have elapsed, the light will them if either door is not fully closed go off immediately.
  • Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device ROUND BATTERY may not cause harmful interference, and COVER (2) this device must accept any interference received, including...

  • Page 67: Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle, push backward, pull up on the lever under forward the lever next to the seat the seat cushion’s front edge.

  • Page 68: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your vehicle’s windows are The AUTO function only works to electrically-powered. Turn the lower the driver’s window. To raise ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or the window, you must push the Closing a power window on lower either window.

  • Page 69: Mirrors

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch to keep your settings.

  • Page 70: Parking Brake

    Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the PARKING BRAKE LEVER parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever.

  • Page 71: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET STORAGE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER REAR CENTER POCKET GLOVE BOX Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 72: Storage Box

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Storage Box Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

  • Page 73: Interior Lights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Light The ceiling light also contains two Cargo Area Light spotlights. Push the button next to DOOR ACTIVATED the light to turn it on and off. You can use the spotlights at all times. The ceiling light has a three-position The cargo area light has a two- switch;...

  • Page 74: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....systems in your Honda provide a ECON Button ......comfortable driving environment in To Cool or Heat Automatically . all weather conditions. Playing the Radio ......
  • Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C On vehicles with manual transmission On vehicles with automatic transmission (CVT) TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL ECON BUTTON MODE BUTTON ECON BUTTON MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTON AUTO BUTTON DEFROST DEFROST FAN CONTROL BUTTONS OFF BUTTON...
  • Page 76 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C On vehicles with automatic The system should be left in Fresh On vehicles with automatic transmission (CVT), see page transmission Air mode under almost all conditions. Automatic Climate Control and This button turns the air Keeping the system in Recirculation Manual Operations information.
  • Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Airflow is divided between Ventilation Using the A/C in ECON Mode The flow-through ventilation system the vents in the dashboard and the On vehicles with automatic floor vents. draws in outside air, circulates it transmission (CVT) through the interior, then exhausts it Air conditioning places an extra load...
  • Page 78 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Dehumidify the Interior indicator will not come on, if it was To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice On vehicles with climate control off to start with. From the Windows Air conditioning, as it cools, removes Adjust the temperature control moisture from the air.
  • Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Cool or Heat Automatically If you set the temperature to its To Turn Everything Off On vehicles with automatic lower limit or its highest limit, the On vehicles with manual transmission system runs at full cooling or heating To shut off the system completely, transmission (CVT)
  • Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Sunlight and Temperature Sensors SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.

  • Page 81: Playing The Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT INDICATOR SCAN INDICATOR SEEK BAR TUNE KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio To Play the Radio lower frequency. Preset Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. SEEK The SEEK function frequencies on FM.
  • Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio AUTO SELECT If you are press the Balance/Fader These two To turn off Auto Select, traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjusts the strength of the longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.

  • Page 84: Radio Reception

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 85 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 86: Playing A Cd

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD REPEAT INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CD BUTTON CD SLOT SEEK/SKIP BAR RANDOM INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer To Play a CD To move rapidly within a track, press Press the AM/FM button to switch With the ignition in the and hold the . You will to the radio while a CD is playing. ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, see CUE or REW in the display.
  • Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents CD Changer, Protecting Your CDs To select the CD changer, press the Protecting Your CDs Protecting CDs CD button. The CD and track General Information When a CD is not being played, store numbers will be displayed. To select When using CD-R discs, use only it in its case to protect it from dust a different CD, use the preset 5...
  • Page 89 CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the display while playing a CD, find the cause in the following chart. If you cannot clear the error message, take your vehicle to a Honda dealer. Error Cause...

  • Page 90: Cd Changer Error Messages

    FOCUS Error magazine again. If the message does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, see a Honda dealer. No CD in the CD Insert CD. magazine Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.

  • Page 91: Radio Theft Protection

    If you lose the card, you must obtain must then leave the system on for 1 the code number from a Honda hour before trying again. dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

  • Page 92: Setting The Clock

    Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will need to set the clock. CLOCK BUTTON Press and hold the CLOCK button, and change the hours by pressing the H (Preset 4) button until the numbers advance to the desired time.
  • Page 93 Main Menu...
  • Page 94 Main Menu 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 95: Before Driving

    Break-in Period Gasoline Type Use of gasoline with these additives Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Honda is designed to operate may adversely affect performance, reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump and cause the Malfunction Indicator extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.

  • Page 96: 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. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be Stop filling the tank after the fuel burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.
  • Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening the Hood until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
  • Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK CLIP Pull the support rod out of its clip, Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again and and insert the end into the hole on engine off before you check the oil.
  • Page 99 RESERVE on checking other items in your TANK Honda. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see...

  • Page 100: Fuel Economy

    The fuel efficient, low-viscosity economical range. 0W-20 oil recommended for your Insight is formulated to help the engine use less fuel. This oil is available at your Honda dealer. CONTINUED Before Driving...
  • Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. If air conditioning is needed, you can save some fuel by using the A/C in ‘‘ECON’’...

  • Page 102: Accessories And Modifications

    Accessories or killed. Be sure electronic accessories do Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this (see page ) or interfere with vehicle.
  • Page 103 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 104: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: STORAGE BOX Glove box Seat-back pocket Storage box Cargo area Rear 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 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo The maximum load limit for your Subtract the combined weight of The total weight must not exceed vehicle is 400 lbs (185 kg). This the driver and passenger from 400 the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating figure includes the total weight of all lbs (185 kg).
  • Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area If you carry large items that Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the prevent you from closing the Store or secure all items that could floor of the cargo area, placing the hatch, exhaust gas can enter the be thrown around and hurt...

  • Page 107: Air Intake

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Cargo Hooks Cargo Net Air Intake To secure the cargo, you can use the The cargo net can be used to help four cargo hooks on the cargo area. hold down light items in the cargo AIR INTAKE The illustration shows the location of area.
  • Page 108 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 5-speed Manual Transmission ..manual and automatic transmissions. Auto Idle Stop ......It also includes important Automatic Transmission ....

  • Page 109: Preparing To Drive

    Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see and adjustments before you drive page your vehicle. Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see and outside lights are clean and page unobstructed.

  • Page 110: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 111: Speed Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the 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 112 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators pressing on the accelerator pedal. Auto Idle Stop To maximize fuel economy, under SHIFT UP INDICATOR Road and traffic conditions may certain conditions, the engine will require you to shift at times other shut off when you come to a stop.
  • Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission There is adequate vacuum reserve Auto Idle Stop Indicator When the indicator is blinking: for the power brakes. Auto Idle Stop is active. The clutch is not depressed. AUTO IDEL STOP INDICATOR The engine will start again You cannot restart the engine.
  • Page 114 Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by a Honda dealer as soon as possible. These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in.
  • Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Shifting You must also press the release To shift from: Do this: Press the brake pedal and button to shift into Park. To avoid transmission damage, come to a P to R press the release button on the lever.
  • Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Use this mode for Drive Mode everyday driving. The transmission SECOND MODE BUTTON automatically adjusts to keep the ‘‘D’’ INDICATOR engine at the best speed for driving conditions. To help the engine warm up faster, the transmission will select ratios that allow the engine to run at higher speeds when it is cold.
  • Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) You can switch into and out of Low (L) To shift to Low, press Engine Speed Limiter Second mode with the ignition the release button on the side of the If you exceed the maximum speed switch ON (II) and the shift lever in shift lever.
  • Page 118 Park to Neutral. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by a Honda dealer. Driving...
  • Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Auto Idle Stop There is adequate vacuum reserve During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA To maximize fuel economy, your for the power brakes. charge and power brake vacuum Insight has an Auto Idle Stop reserve is monitored by the system.
  • Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Auto Idle Stop Indicator If you open the driver’s door when Auto Stop is active, the indicator will AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR blink and you will hear a chime. The chime will stop when you close the door.

  • Page 121: Parking Tips

    Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Tips Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. Make sure the front wheels away from the Make sure the windows are closed. the parking brake is set firmly or curb.

  • Page 122: Braking System

    Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your Honda is equipped with front normal. If not, apply them gently and Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear frequently until they do. Be extra The front disc brakes on all models wheels are drum.

  • Page 123: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Activating the Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator You will feel a pulsation in the brake helps prevent the brakes from locking up and helps you retain pedal when the ABS activates, and If the ABS indicator comes on, the steering control by pumping the you may hear some noise.
  • Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a Towing a Trailer ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or Your vehicle is not designed to tow a distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or trailer.
  • Page 125 Main Menu...
  • Page 126 If you have the skills and tools to per- Brake and Clutch Fluid ....form more complex maintenance Hood Latch ........tasks on your Honda, you may want Lights ..........to purchase the Service Manual. See Seat Belts ........page...

  • Page 127: Maintenance Safety

    All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless Honda technician or other qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic. vehicle or failing to correct a...

  • Page 128: Maintenance Schedule

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow: Driving in mountainous conditions. you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of Driving on muddy, dusty, or de- their possessions.
  • Page 129 Tires Check the tire pressure recommended time or mileage monthly. Examine the tread for We recommend the use of Honda period to ensure long-term reliability. wear and foreign objects. See page parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done.
  • Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
  • Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil and oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Rotate tires (follow pattern on page...
  • Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents 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. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km Date Date...
  • Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km Date 127,500 mi mi/km 204,000 km Date 131,250 mi mi/km 210,000 km Date 135,000 mi mi/km 216,000 km Date 138,750 mi mi/km 222,000 km...

  • Page 135: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL CLUTCH FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) (5-speed Manual Transmission only) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE COOLANT WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (CVT) (Yellow loop) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK RADIATOR CAP (Orange loop) Maintenance...

  • Page 136: Adding Engine Oil

    American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. Unscrew and remove the engine oil API CERTIFICATION SEAL fill cap on top of the valve cover.
  • Page 137 Ambient Temperature Engine Oil Additives underneath the vehicle. The vehicle Your Honda does not require any oil should be raised on a service station- additives. Additives may adversely type hydraulic lift for this service. The oil viscosity or weight is affect your engine’s or transmission’s...

  • Page 138: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Drain the oil into an wrench (available from your appropriate container. Honda dealer) is required. Do not loosen the smaller bolt Install a new oil filter according to located above the drain bolt. the instructions that come with it.
  • Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Let the engine run for several then reinstall the drain bolt. minutes, then check the drain bolt Tighten it to: and oil filter for leaks. 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) Turn off the engine and let it sit Refill the engine with the...

  • Page 140: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely RESERVE TANK Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
  • Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully. RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.

  • Page 142: Windshield Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the NOTICE: Do not use engine antif reeze LEVEL GAUGE windshield washer reservoir at least or a vinegar/water solution in the monthly during normal use. This windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze reservoir supplies the windshield and can damage your vehicle’s paint, while rear window washers.

  • Page 143: Transmission Fluid

    Have the transmission flushed and cycles on and off twice. Then turn shown in the illustration. refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as off the engine. soon as it is convenient. Remove the dipstick and check NOTE: For accurate results, wait at the fluid level.
  • Page 144 If you are not sure how to add fluid, Remove the black cover under the hole. If it is not, add Honda Manual contact your Honda dealer. engine. Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to run out of the hole.
  • Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you Brake and Clutch Fluid Always use Honda Heavy Duty may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 Check the fluid level in the Brake Fluid DOT 3.
  • Page 146 Maintenance Schedule. If you Low fluid level can indicate a leak in are not sure how to clean and grease the clutch system. Have this system the latch, contact your Honda dealer. inspected as soon as possible. Maintenance...
  • Page 147 Adjustments should be contact with your skin or hard performed by a Honda dealer or objects. If you touch the glass, clean other qualified mechanic. it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
  • Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Unclip the end of the hold-down Replacing a Front Parking Light BULB WEATHER SEAL wire from its slot. Pivot it out of Bulb the way, and remove the bulb. Insert the new bulb into the hole, making sure the tabs are in their slots.
  • Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the socket back into the Replacing the Front Side Marker/ headlight assembly. Turn it Turn Signal Light Bulb clockwise to lock it in place. To change the bulb on the driver’s side, start the engine, turn the Turn on the lights to make sure steering wheel all the way to the the new bulb is working.
  • Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the socket back into the Replacing Rear Bulbs headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. COVER Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the inner fender cover in place. Tighten the screw securely.
  • Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Reinstall the light assembly and tighten the two screws and nut. Reinstall the two covers in the rear light assembly.
  • Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Belts, Floor Mats Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Floor Mats belt anchors can cause the belts to LOOP retract slowly. Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol.
  • Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter, Roof Antenna If you use a non-Honda floor mat, Dust and Pollen Filter Roof Antenna The dust and pollen filter removes make sure it fits properly and that it...
  • Page 154 Wiper Blades NOTICE: Although almost all exterior Check the condition of the wiper panels on your Honda are made of blades at least every six months. hardened aluminum, they may dent Replace them if you find signs of more easily than steel under some cracking in the rubber, and areas conditions.

  • Page 155: Wiper Blades

    Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades NOTICE: Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised, or you will BLADE damage the hood and the wiper arms. LOCK TAB Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from its holder from the wiper arm by pushing in by grasping the tabbed end of the the lock tab.
  • Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock. BLADE Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
  • Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Tires Tires Inflation To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of size, in good condition with adequate handling, tread life, and riding tread, and correctly inflated.
  • Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check the pressure when the Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure pressure at least once a month. Even tires are hot [driven for several miles for Normal Driving tires that are in good condition may (kilometers)], you will see readings Front:...
  • Page 159 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread left on damage your vehicle’s aluminum the tire. A tire that is this worn gives wheels. Use only Honda wheel weights very little traction on wet roads. You f or balancing. should replace the tire if you can see the tread wear indicator in three or more places around the tire.
  • Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires It is best to replace all four tires at 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 161 They may Always use the size and type of grading information, and page tires recommended in this be required by local laws under for tire size explanation. certain conditions. owner’s manual. Replacement wheels are available at your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
  • Page 162 Snow Tires Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the If you mount snow tires on your Because your Honda has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can Honda, make sure they are radial clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’...

  • Page 163: Checking The Battery

    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 your vehicle’s qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the 12 volt battery monthly by looking at battery to explode with enough the test indicator window.

  • Page 164: Vehicle Storage

    Fill the fuel tank. Disconnect the 12 volt battery. If you store your vehicle for 1 year or longer, have your Honda dealer Change the engine oil and filter. Support the front and rear wiper perform the inspections called for in...
  • Page 165 Main Menu...
  • Page 166 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 167: 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 under any circumstances.

  • Page 168: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level and FLOOR BOARD TOOL KIT stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Reverse (5-speed you get to an exit or an area that is...
  • Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire REAR WHEEL SKIRT CENTER CAP STUD FASTENER Rear tire only: Pull the rear wheel skirt Remove the center cap from the Use the end of the extension or a downward. wheel with the end of the flat-tipped screwdriver to loosen extension or a flat-tipped the two stud fasteners holding the...
  • Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts, then point nearest the tire you need to wrench as shown to raise the remove the flat tire.
  • Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 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 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire SLOT Tighten the wheel nuts securely in To install the rear wheel skirt, Tighten the two stud fasteners. the same crisscross pattern. Have place the skirt against the body. Align the marks on the stud the wheel nut torque checked at Line up the slots on the skirt with...
  • Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tool kit back in WING BOLT SPACER CONE the spare tire well. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.

  • Page 174: If The Engine Won't Start

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly Turn on the headlights, and check on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to their brightness.
  • Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or The Starter Operates Normally If you find nothing wrong, you will go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor’s need a qualified technician to find engine, either the battery is speed sounds normal, or even faster...

  • Page 176: Jump Starting

    Turn off all the electrical acces- to the negative ( ) terminal on sories: heater, A/C, climate the booster battery. Connect the You cannot start a Honda with an control, stereo system, lights, etc. other end to the grounding strap automatic transmission (CVT) by Put the transmission in Neutral or as shown.
  • Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Start the vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have good metal-to-metal contact. Once the vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from the vehicle, then from the booster battery.

  • Page 178: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The reading on your vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running and the midrange. If it climbs to the red watch the temperature gauge.
  • Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you don’t find an obvious leak, Using gloves or large heavy cloth, Put the radiator cap back on check the coolant level in the turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and watch radiator reserve tank.

  • Page 180: Low Oil Pressure Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator This indicator should never Safely pull off the road, and shut The engine running generates the come on when the engine is off the engine. Turn on the hazard oil pressure. running.
  • Page 181 This indicator may also come on because of a loose or missing fuel fill Go to a Honda dealer or a service along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator. station where you can get technical cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at least three times.

  • Page 182: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp Readiness Codes To check if they are set, turn the Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness ignition switch to ON (II), without codes’’ that are part of the on-board starting the engine. The Malfunction diagnostics for the emissions Indicator Lamp will come on for 20 systems.

  • Page 183: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator The brake system However, if the brake pedal does not If you must drive the vehicle a short U.S. Canada indicator normally feel normal, you should take distance in this condition, drive comes on when you immediate action.

  • Page 184: Emergency Towing

    (CVT), your vehicle must be transported with the f ront wheels of f There are three popular types of If your Honda cannot be transported the ground. professional towing equipment. by flat-bed, it should be towed by...
  • Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page For very short distances, such as Remove the cover from the freeing the vehicle, you can use the bumper with the end of the detachable towing hook that mounts...
  • Page 186 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 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses BLOWN FUSE FUSE PULLER BLOWN Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the Look for a burned wire inside the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the fuse.
  • Page 188 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the radio fuse is removed, the NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one without fixing the problem, and you audio system will disable itself. The that has a higher rating greatly do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse next time you turn on the radio you increases the chances of damaging the...

  • Page 189: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Radio 10 A Daytime Running Light 20 A Door Lock 7.5 A Tailgate Lock 7.5 A Not used 10 A Rear Wiper 7.5 A Back Light : Canadian model only No.
  • Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Amps. Circuits Protected 50 A IG1 Main 30 A Cooling Fan 80 A Battery 40 A Heater Motor 30 A ABS Motor 30 A Rear Defroster 10 A Hazard 20 A ABS F/S...
  • Page 191 Main Menu...
  • Page 192 ....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 193: 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 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER the engine block. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) NUMBER The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. The IMA Motor Number is stamped on the motor housing.

  • Page 195: Specifications

    Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the 10.3 : 1 engine. Spark plugs ILZFR5A-11 Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 ) U.S. model Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary. 4 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Technical Information...
  • Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Alignment Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) Charge quantity 17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) Rear 0.12 in (3.0 mm) Lubricant type SP-10 Camber Front 0° Rear 1° Lights Caster Front...

  • Page 197: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)

    Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C 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 198: Temperature

    Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.

  • Page 199: Tire Labeling

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code below.

  • Page 200: Technical Information

    ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.

  • Page 201: Exhaust Emissions Controls

    HC, CO, and (PCM) uses various sensors to Honda replacement parts or their NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The determine how much air is going equivalent for repairs. Using lower exhaust emissions control systems into the engine.

  • Page 202: 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 THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...

  • Page 203: State Emissions Testing

    If the testing facility determines the Make sure the gas tank is nearly, readiness codes are still not set, see but not completely, full (around your Honda dealer. 3/4). Technical Information...

  • Page 204: Warranty And Customer Relations

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

  • Page 205: Customer Service Information

    Honda dealership personnel are U.S. Owners: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin trained professionals. They should Islands: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. be able to answer all your questions. Vortex Motor Corp. Automobile Customer Service If you encounter a problem that your...

  • Page 206: Warranty Coverages

    Table of Contents Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
  • Page 207 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 208: Authorized Manuals

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The 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 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
  • Page 210 Main Menu Index Shift Lever Position Brightness Control, Instruments . Indicators ....... Brights, Headlights ......Accessories and Modifications ..Shift Lever Positions ....Bulb Replacement Accessories ........Shift Lock Release ....Back-up Lights ......Modifications ......Brake Light ....... ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Front Parking Lights ....
  • Page 211 Main Menu Index Chains, Tires ......... Controls, Instruments and ..... Dipstick Charge/Assist Gauge ....Coolant Engine Oil ........Changing Oil Adding ........Directional Signals ......How to ........Checking ........Disc Brake Wear Indicators ..When to ........Proper Solution ......
  • Page 212 Main Menu Index Jump Starting ......Octane Requirement ....Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..Oxygenated ......... Malfunction Indicator Lamp . Fan, Interior ........Reserve Indicator ......Features, Comfort and Overheated Engine ....Tank, Filling the ......Towing ........Convenience ........ Fuses, Checking the .....
  • Page 213 Main Menu Index Ignition Instrument Panel ......Keys ..........Instrument Panel Brightness ..Halogen Headlight Bulbs ..... Switch ........... Interior Lights ......... Hatch Timing Control System .... Introduction ........Opening the ......... IMA System Indicator ....Open Monitor Indicator ..... Important Safety Precautions ..
  • Page 214 Main Menu Index Load Limit ........LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Locks New Vehicle Break-in ....Panel Brightness Control ....Fuel Fill Door ......NOTICE, Explanation of ....ii Parking ........... Hatch ..........Numbers, Identification ....Parking Brake ......... Low Coolant Level ......
  • Page 215 Main Menu Index Shift Lock Release ......Signaling Turns ....... Radiator Overheating ....Safety Belts ........8, Snow Tires ........Readiness Codes ......Safety Defects, Reporting ..Sound System ........Radio/CD Sound System ....Safety Features ......... Spare Tire Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement .
  • Page 216 Main Menu Index Storing Your Vehicle ....Tire Labeling ......... Trip Meters ........Supplemental Restraint Tires ..........Trip Mileage ........System ........9, Air Pressure ......Turn Signals ........Servicing ........Checking Wear ......SRS Indicator ......21, Compact Spare ......
  • Page 217 Main Menu Index WARNING, Explanation of ..... Warning Labels, Location of ..Warranty Coverages ....Washer, Windshield Operation ........Wheels Alignment and Balance .... Compact Spare ......Wrench ........Windows Cleaning ........Rear, Defogger ......Windshield Cleaning ........Defroster ........Washers ........

  • Page 218: Service Information Summary

    Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane (CVT): Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of or higher. Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic preferred, or a DOT Transmission Fluid) only. brake fluid as a temporary...

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