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Owner's Identification Form

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

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

Your Vehicle at a Glance

...............................................................................................................................3

Driver and Passenger Safety

.......................................................................................................................5

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

Instruments and

Controls...........................................................................................................................53

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

Comfort and Convenience

Features.......................................................................................................105

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

Before Driving

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

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................197

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

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................219

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

Taking Care of the

Unexpected...............................................................................................................263

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

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................287

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

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

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

only)...............................................................................................................305

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index .................................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

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

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Page 1 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............301 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................305 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
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. DEALER NAME DEALER NO. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications...
Page 3 Event Data Recorders to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. This vehicle is equipped with one or...
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 Sockets
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance (P.55,56) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.63) GAUGES AUDIO SYSTEM (P.124) DRIVER’S FRONT (P.173) CLOCK (P.9, 23) AIRBAG MIRROR CONTROLS FRONT PASSENGER’S (P.95) AIRBAG (P.9, 23) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH HEATING/COOLING (P.77) CONTROLS (P.108) POWER WINDOW CLIMATE CONTROL SWITCHES...
Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance PASSENGER INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS AIRBAG OFF HEADLIGHTS/ (P.71) (P.68) INDICATOR TURN SIGNALS (P.69) (P.29) REMOTE AUDIO HAZARD CONTROLS WARNING (P.171) BUTTON (P.71) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.94) CRUISE CONTROLS VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES (P.175) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HORN...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Safety Precautions . All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Additional Information About Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Your Seat Belts .......
Page 8: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety every additional drink. So don’t drink Restrain All Children recommendations throughout this and drive, and don’t let your friends Children age 12 and under should section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
Page 9: 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 (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 10 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 11 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle has side airbags to help Your vehicle also has side curtain restraint system (SRS) with front protect the upper torso of the driver airbags to help protect the heads of airbags to help protect the heads and or a front seat passenger during a...
Page 12 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 13: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Locking the doors reduces the Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it protect the driver, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from and teenage children who are large...
Page 14: 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 15: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their effectiveness and you can be death in a crash. seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...
Page 16: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens take the force of a crash and reduces Fasten and Position the Seat Never place the shoulder portion of a the chance of internal injuries. Belts lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Insert the latch plate into the buckle, This could cause behind your back.
Page 17: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the very important that they continue to...
Page 18: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away upright and adjust the seat as far If your Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. back as possible while allowing full If they do, they same seat belt.
Page 19: 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 20: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency If the shoulder part of the belt is The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, pulled all the way out, the locking your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in mechanism will activate.
Page 21: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
When the tensioners are activated, the seat belts will remain tight until Honda provides a lifetime warranty For added protection, the front seat they are unbuckled in the normal on seat belts for U.S. models. See belts are equipped with automatic manner.
Page 22 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 23: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint (12) (11) system) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front (14) passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 24 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. These automatically turn off passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a the passenger’s front airbag if...
Page 25: How Your Front Airbags 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 26 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- airbags. This means they have two threshold airbags.
Page 27 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 28: 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 29 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...
Page 30: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How Your Side Curtain Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts Work airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 31: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off the airbags and seat belt tensioners Indicator Works Indicator Works may not work when you need them. U.S.
Page 32: 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 33: 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 34: Protecting Children General
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 35: 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 36: General Guidelines
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that DASHBOARD SUN VISOR children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 37: 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 Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put contact, we strongly recommend children can be properly restrained.
Page 38: 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 Leaving children without Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. transmitters out of the reach of If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most your lap.
Page 39: 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 40: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any situation, we strongly We also recommend that a small Protecting Small Children recommend that you install the child child use the child seat as long as seat directly behind the front possible, until the child reaches the passenger’s seat, move the seat as weight or height limit for the seat.
Page 41: 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 In seating positions and vehicles not facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child...
Page 42: 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 fit the Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s vehicle seating position (or and a good place to install the seat, positions) where it will be used.
Page 43: With Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with 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 44 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP HOOK forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. ANCHOR Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats Lift the head restraint (see page have a flexible-type connector as ), then route the tether strap shown above.
Page 45: With A Lap/Shoulder 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 46 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 47: With A Tether
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor Tether TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR COVER TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS After properly securing the child After properly securing the child A child seat with a tether can be seat (see page...
Page 48: 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 49: 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 50: When Can A Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Front when a child can safely ride in front, The National Highway Traffic Safety...
Page 51: 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 52: 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 Breathing it can cause condition.
Page 53: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD 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 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISOR DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
Page 55: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Power Door Locks ......the controls and displays that Instument Panel ......Remote Transmitter ....... contribute to the daily operation of Instument Panel Indicators ... Trunk ..........your vehicle.
Page 56: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.55, 56) GAUGES (P.63) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.71) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.124) CLOCK (P.173) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.77) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.108) SWITCHES CLIMATE CONTROL (P.91) SYSTEM (P.113, 117)
Page 57: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel U.S. models LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.57) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.62) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) (P.62) SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.60) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (P.59)
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Canadian models LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.57) (P.62) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P . 59) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) (P.62) SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (p.60 (P.62) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR...
Page 59: Instrument Panel Indicators
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Seat Belt Reminder Malfunction Indicator indicators to give you important Indicator Lamp information about your vehicle. This indicator reminds you and your See page passengers to fasten your seat belts. Low Oil Pressure If you turn the ignition switch to the Indicator...
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada U.S. Canada System Indicator This indicator comes on for several Parking Brake and Brake System seconds when you turn the ignition Side Airbag Off Indicator This indicator comes on when you Indicator switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System Turn Signal and (ABS) Indicator Indicator Hazard Warning This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on for a few Indicators a few seconds when you turn the seconds when you turn the ignition The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Lights’’ Indicator If this indicator comes on when the This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is when the light switch is in either the released, it means there is a problem...
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Minder Door and Trunk Open Monitor Security System Indicator Indicator If the remaining engine oil life is SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR more than 16 percent, this indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Cruise Main Indicator (VSA) System Indicator This indicator comes on when you On all V6 models On all V6 models This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: turn on the cruise control system by a few seconds when you turn the...
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges To switch the information display between the odometer/trip meter, outside temperature/trip meter (if SPEEDOMETER equipped), and engine oil life and TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE maintenance item code(s), press the Select/Reset knob repeatedly. TEMPERATURE When you turn the ignition switch to GAUGE the ON (II) position, your last selection appears in the display.
Page 66 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 It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) than the actual amount.
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator If the outside temperature is Check Fuel Cap Indicator On 4-cylinder EX-L and 6-cylinder EX incorrectly displayed, you can adjust If you fuel cap is loose or missing, a 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C in models ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’...
Page 68 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 shows you indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition Turn the engine off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it switch is in the ON (II) position.
Page 69: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/ HORN INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD PASSENGER TURN SIGNALS BRIGHTNESS (P.71) WIPERS/WASHERS AIRBAG OFF (P.69) (P.68) INDICATOR (P.29) HAZARD WARNING REMOTE AUDIO BUTTON CONTROLS (P.71) (P.171) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.124) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.94) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER...
Page 70: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers The wipers run at high Pull the Windshield Wipers MIST Windshield Washers speed until you release the lever. wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you The wipers are not activated.
Page 71: Turn Signal And Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the If you leave the lights on with the lever to signal a left turn and up to key removed from the ignition signal a right turn. To signal a lane switch, you will hear a reminder change, push lightly on the lever, chime when you open the driver’s...
Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights The lights will turn on again when Automatic Lighting Off Feature Daytime Running Lights This feature turns off the headlights, you unlock or open the driver’s door. With the headlight switch OFF or parking lights, side marker lights, If you unlock the door, but do not position, the high beam open it within 15 seconds, the lights...
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button Instrument Panel Brightness brightness when you turn the Hazard Warning Button ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the driver’s door, the illumination turns off about 30 seconds after you close the door.
Page 74: Rear Window Defogger
Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Manual A/C type shown Auto A/C type shown Vehicles with navigation system The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear The defogger and antenna wires on fog, frost, and thin ice from the and you have good visibility before the inside of the rear window can be window.
Page 75: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Push the lever up to lock the before you start driving. steering wheel in that position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, Adjusting the steering wheel and out.
Page 76: Keys And Locks
They will not REMOTE have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the TRANSMITTER only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
Page 77: Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: key’s coding if another immobilizer your vehicle from theft. If an 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 ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open...
Page 79: Power Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Door Locks To lock the passenger’s door when MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH LOCK TAB getting out of the vehicle, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the top of the master switch, then close...
Page 80: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Press this button once You can also open both power UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it windows from outside the vehicle twice to unlock the passenger’s door. with the remote transmitter (see Some exterior lights will flash twice page LOCK...
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the Battery transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. BATTERY Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery from the As required by the FCC: back of the inner cover, and note This device complies with Part 15 of the the polarity. Make sure the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the polarity of the new battery is the following two conditions: (1) This device same (...
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk Keep the trunk lid closed at all times Emergency Trunk Opener while driving to avoid damaging the Pull lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE You can open the trunk in two ways: As a safety feature, your vehicle has...
Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats All V6 models and the 4-cylinder Manual Seat Adjustments EX-L models have a power See pages for important safety adjustable driver’s seat. information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- The 4-cylinder EX model has a backs.
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Seat Manual Height Make sure to pull the lever upward Driver’s Seat Power Height or downward to its full range. Adjustment Adjustment Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. On 4-cylinder LX model On 4-cylinder EX model The height of your driver’s seat is The height of your driver’s seat is...
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Raises or lowers the Power Seat Adjustments seat. On all V6 models, and the 4-cylinder EX-L model See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- Adjusts the seat- backs.
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Lumbar Support Armrest Rear Seat Access Driver’s Side RELEASE LEVER On EX, EX-L, and EX-V6 models To use the console lid as an armrest, To change the lumbar support, move slide it to the desired position. On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder the lever on the right side of the EX-L model...
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats After a passenger gets into the rear seat, push the seat-back to the Passenger’s Side upright position and push the whole To avoid damaging the seat-back angle seat backwards until it latches. Make adjustment motor, do not operate the sure the seat is fully latched before seat-back angle switch when the seat- sitting in it.
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Head Restraints FRONT REAR See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints on the front seats and on the outer rear seats.
Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The left and right seat-backs of the rear seat can be folded separately from inside the vehicle or inside the trunk.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back Make sure all items in the trunk, or 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 sensors to work improperly (see...
Page 92: Seat Heaters
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters In HI, the heater turns off when the Follow these precautions whenever seat gets warm, and turns back on you use the seat heaters: after the seat temperature drops. Use the HI setting only to heat the In LO, the heater runs continuously.
Page 93: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows AUTO To open or close the DRIVER’S WINDOW driver’s window, push or pull the SWITCH window switch firmly down or up to Closing a power window on the second detent, and release it. someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows If the driver’s If your vehicle’s battery is AUTO REVERSE Opening the Windows with the window runs into any obstacle while disconnected or goes dead, or the Remote Transmitter driver’s window fuse is removed, the it is closing automatically, it will You can open both windows from the AUTO function will be disabled.
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows To open: To close: UNLOCK BUTTON Insert the key in the driver’s door Insert the key in the driver’s door lock. lock. Turn the key clockwise, then Turn the key counterclockwise, release it. then release it.
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Close Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it. Tilt Open MOONROOF SWITCH MOONROOF SWITCH The moonroof has a key-off delay.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push or pull the adjustment knob right, left, up, or down to move the ADJUSTMENT KNOB mirror. When you finish, turn the adjustment knob to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment knob to keep your settings.
Page 98: Mirrors, Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axle. PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the If equipped The outside mirrors are heated to lever up fully.
Page 99: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE BEVERAGE HOLDER SUN VISOR COAT HOOK COMPARTMENT SUNGLASSES HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER VANITY MIRROR CENTER CD POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET COIN POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Beverage Holders The center console has two beverage holders on the front. Your vehicle An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger also has beverage holders in the in a crash, even if the door pockets and the rear panels.
Page 101: Armrest
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Center CD Pocket LEFT LEVER RIGHT LEVER Push CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray On vehicles without navigation system pull up on the right lever and lift the located in the console compartment To open the center CD pocket, push armrest.
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Coin Pocket Accessory Power Sockets There are two accessory power sockets in your vehicle. One is located at the right of the coin pocket, and the other is under the armrest in the console compartment storage area.
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items These sockets are intended to supply Sun Visor Vanity Mirror power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items, Interior Lights Sunglasses Holder Coat Hook Ceiling Light COAT HOOK DOOR ACTIVATED To open the sunglasses holder, push To use a coat hook, pull it down. The ceiling light has a three-position on the rear edge.
Page 105: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights In the Door Activated position both Spotlights ceiling lights, the light comes on LX and LX-V6 models when you: Open either door. Unlock the driver’s door with the master door lock switch, lock tab, key, or the remote transmitter.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Courtesy Lights Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT comes on when you; Open either door. Unlock the driver’s door. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 107 Main Menu Features The heating and cooling system in Heating and Cooling System ..your vehicle provides a comfortable Heating and A/C ...... driving environment in all weather Climate Control System ..conditions. Climate Control System with navigation system ..The standard audio system has Dual Temperature Control ..
Page 108: Manual System
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling System Read the appropriate pages in this Manual System section for operation of the heating (LX,EX and LX-V6 models) and cooling systems installed in your vehicle. See pages for the manual system. See pages for the automatic system.
Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling System Automatic A/C System with navigation system (EX-L and EX-V6 models) U.S. models shown.
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and A/C Fan Control Dial LX, EX, and LX-V6 models Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the dial counterclockwise to decrease it. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON TEMPERATURE...
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and A/C Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the rear window on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defogger off and on (see page sent throughout the system again.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and A/C Ventilation Using the Heater Using the A/C The flow-through ventilation system The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load draws in outside air, circulates it warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and A/C If the interior is very warm, you can Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the moisture from the air.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and A/C When you switch to To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all from , the From the Windows Select . The system A/C will stay on or off depending on the way to the left shuts the system automatically switches to fresh air how it was set previously.
Page 115: Climate Control System
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Automatic Operation EX -L and EX-V6 models EX -L and EX-V6 models The automatic climate control without navigation system (Canadian models) system adjusts the fan speed and (U.S. models) airflow levels to maintain the interior PASSENGER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE...
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System When you turn the passenger’s side Semi-automatic Operation Fan Control Buttons temperature control dial, the You can manually select various Select the fan speed by pressing the indicator in the DUAL button comes functions of the climate control fan control buttons ( system when it is in full automatic...
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Dual Button Recirculation Button Windshield Defroster Button Press the DUAL button to select When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the windshield dual temperature control mode (see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defrost on and off.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Control To Turn Everything Off Use the MODE button to select the If you press the OFF button, the vents the air flows from. Some air climate control system shuts off will flow from the dashboard corner completely.
Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Voice Control System EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system The climate control system for your vehicle can also be operated by voice DRIVER’S SIDE control. See the navigation section in TEMPERATURE DISPLAY your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the PASSENGER’S SIDE...
Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Press the AUTO button. The The system automatically selects the Semi-automatic Operation indicator in the button comes on. proper mix of conditioned and/or You can manually select various heated air that will, as quickly as functions of the climate control possible, raise or lower the interior Set the desired temperature by...
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Fan Control Dual Button Recirculation Button Select the fan speed by pressing the Press the DUAL button to select When the recirculation indicator is A/C button to view the display, then dual temperature control mode (see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is press any of the fan control icons.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Windshield Defroster Button Mode Control To Turn Everything Off This button turns the windshield Use the mode control icons to select If you press the OFF button, the defrost on and off. the vents the air flows from.
Page 123: Navigation System
Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control On EX-L and EX-V6 models without Without navigation system navigation system Your vehicle has two temperature control dials, one for the driver, and one for the front passenger. DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE With navigation system TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE...
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control Temperature Control Dials/Buttons Push AUTO or to turn on the system. The selected temperatures appears in the display (in the upper display with the navigation system). DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE When the indicator in the DUAL button is off, you can adjust both sides to the same temperature by adjusting the driver’s side...
Page 125: Climate Control Sensors
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight and Temperature Sensors SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR On EX-L and EX-V6 models 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 126: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To operate your vehicle’s audio AM/FM/CD Player system refer to the appropriate (LX models) pages below. For FM/AM/CD Player systems, see pages thru For AM/FM/CD Changer systems without navigation, see page thru For AM/FM/CD Changer systems with navigation, see page to thru...
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/CD Changer (EX-L and EX-V6 models without navigation system) U.S. models Canadian models (EX and LX-V6 models) AM/FM/CD Changer with navigation system (EX-L and EX-V6 models) U.S. models .
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Play the AM/FM Radio LX models The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the AUTO SELECT BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM button.
Page 129: Am/Fm/Cd Player
Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Select a Station SCAN The scan function samples Preset Each side of the bars (1 You can use any of five methods to all the stations with strong signals on 6) can store one frequency on AM find radio stations on the selected the selected band.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player If you are You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after AUTO SELECT Adjusting the Sound traveling far from home and can no pressing a preset bar if auto select Press the SOUND button repeatedly longer receive your preset stations, cannot find a strong station for every to display the bass (BAS), treble...
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Play a CD LX models To play a CD, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or AM/FM BUTTON TRACK NUMBER ON(II) position. SCAN/REPEAT BUTTON You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To play the radio when a CD is The scan function samples To Change or Select Tracks SCAN Each time you all the tracks on the disc in the order playing, press the AM/FM button. SEEK/SKIP press and release , the player...
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Stop Playing a CD Operating the Optional CD To select the CD changer, press the Press the eject button ( ) to Changer CD/AUX button. The disc and track remove the CD. If you eject the CD, An optional six or eight disc CD numbers will be displayed.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Message Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you Press the eject button, and pull out the CD. cannot clear the error message, take FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player Optional CD Changer Error Error Message Cause Messages Solution If you see an error message in the display while operating the optional Press the magazine eject button, pull the CD changer, find the cause in the magazine out, and check for an error message.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Play a Tape LX models Optional The ignition switch must be in the AM/FM BUTTON ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR REPEAT position. Make sure the open side of INDICATOR the tape is facing right, then insert the tape most of the way into the slot.
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player Dolby noise reduction comes on To switch to the AM/FM radio or SKIP Press the side to find CD player while a tape is playing, when you insert a tape. The the beginning of the current song or indicator in the display also press the AM/FM or CD/AUX passage.
Page 138: Am/Fm/Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play the AM/FM Radio EX, EX-L, and all V6 models without navigation system The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM A.SEL button.
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Select a Station SCAN The scan function samples Preset Each side of the bars (1 You can use any of five methods to all the stations with strong signals on 6) can store one frequency on AM find radio stations on the selected the selected band.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after Adjusting the Sound total of six stations on AM and pressing a preset bar if auto select Press the SOUND button repeatedly twelve stations on FM.
Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Satellite Digital Radio U.S. EX-L and EX-V6 models U.S. EX-L and EX-V6 models Your vehicle is capable of receiving CATEGORY INDICATOR XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CD/AUX/XM United States except Hawaii and BUTTON Alaska.
Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer The scan function samples To Select a Channel SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) SCAN When in the satellite radio mode, seek/skip function selects the all channels for 5 seconds. To various categories in XM, such as activate the function, push the SCAN you can use any of four methods to button.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a CD EX, EX-L and all V6 models without navigation system To load or play CDs, the ignition AM/FM BUTTON TRACK NUMBER switch must be in the ACCESSORY CD/AUX REPEAT BUTTON DISC NUMBER (I) or the ON(II) position.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To play the radio when a CD is Insert a disc into the CD slot when playing, press the AM/FM button. the green CD load indicator comes Press the CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM on. Insert it only about halfway; Do not use discs with adhesive labels.
Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer You can also load a CD into an empty To Change or Select Tracks SCAN The scan function samples all the tracks on the selected disc in position while a CD is playing by SEEK/SKIP Each time you pressing the appropriate side of a...
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer REPEAT To continuously replay To Stop Playing a CD If a tape is in the optional tape player, a track, press and release the RPT press the CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM Press the AM/FM button to switch button.
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Removing CDs from the In-dash You can also eject discs when the To select the CD changer, press the ignition switch is off. The disc that CD Changer CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM button. To remove the disc currently in play, was last selected is ejected first.
Page 148 Check for an error message, and insert the CDs error message, take the vehicle to a again. If the message does not disappear or the Honda dealer. CDs cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Press the CD eject button, and pull out the CDs.
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a Tape EX, EX-L, and all V6 models without navigation system Optional REPEAT INDICATOR The ignition switch must be in the AM/FM BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR position.
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Press the side to find Dolby noise reduction comes on To switch to the AM/FM radio, SKIP the beginning of the current song or when you insert a tape. The Satellite Radio (U.S. models), or CD passage.
Page 151: Navigation System
Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Voice Control System EX-L and EX-V6 models with The audio system for your vehicle navigation system can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details.
Page 152 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer The seek function To Play the AM/FM Radio To Select a Station SEEK The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to searches up and down from the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Preset Each preset icon can store Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after total of six stations on AM and one frequency on AM, and two pressing a preset icon if auto select frequencies on FM.
Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Adjusting the Sound Touch the SOUND icon or press the SOUND GRID FADER ADJUST ICONS TUNE/SOUND knob. If you want to adjust the sound while the radio/CD is playing, push the AUDIO DISPLAY button, then touch the SOUND icon in the display.
Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Satellite Digital Radio U.S. models U.S. EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CHANNEL INDICATOR United States except Hawaii and Alaska. It is not available in Canada. CD/AUX/XM XM is a registered trademark of BUTTON...
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Each preset icon can store To Select a Channel SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) Preset When in the satellite radio mode, seek/skip function selects the one channel in XM1 and one in XM2. you can use any of four methods to various categories in XM, such as Jazz/Blues, Rock, Classical, etc.
Page 157 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a CD EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system To load or play CDs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY UPPER DISPLAY (I) or the ON(II) position. DISC AND TRACK NUMBERS CD/AUX/XM BUTTON You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To play the radio when a CD is If you turn the system off while a CD Loading CDs in the In-dash CD playing, press the AM/FM button. is playing, either with the PWR/VOL Changer Press the CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX knob or by turning off the ignition,...
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Insert a disc into the CD slot when You can also load a CD into an empty To Change or Select Tracks the green CD load indicator comes position while a CD is playing by To use the controls, press the on.
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer When you touch the RANDOM When you touch the To Stop Playing a CD DISC SCAN RANDOM icon on the audio display, DISC SCAN icon on the audio On U.S. models the system plays the tracks on the display, the system gives you a 10 Press the AM/FM or CD/AUX/XM current CD in random order.
Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Removing CDs from the In-dash You can also eject discs when the To select the CD changer, press the ignition switch is off. The disc that CD Changer CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX button. To remove the disc currently in play, was last selected is ejected first.
Page 162 Check for an error message, and insert the CDs error message, take the vehicle to a again. If the message does not disappear or the Honda dealer. CDs cannot be pulled out, see your dealer. Press the CD eject button, and pull out the CDs.
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a Tape EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system Optional The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) REPEAT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR position. Make sure the open side of the tape is facing right, then insert the tape most of the way into the slot.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer First push the AUDIO DISPLAY To Stop Playing a Tape Tape Search Functions button before selecting any of the To remove the tape, press the eject To fast forward the FF/REW audio icons on the audio screen. button on the tape player.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer SKIP Press the side to find NOTE: The skip and repeat the beginning of the current song or functions use silent periods on the passage. Press the side to find tape to find the end of a song or the beginning of the next song or passage.
Page 166: Am/Fm Radio Reception
Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception AM/FM 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,...
Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents AM/FM 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...
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents XM Satellite Radio Reception Satellite Radio Signals Signal is weaker in Available on some U.S. models these areas. Satellite radio receives signals from Signal may be blocked by two satellites to produce clear, high- mountains or quality digital reception.
Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents XM Satellite Radio Reception Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: Receiving Satellite Radio Service may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly If your XM Radio service has expired Interference can be caused by any of or you purchased your vehicle from approved by the party responsible for...
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents XM Satellite Radio Reception If you decide to purchase XM After you’ve registered with XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio, keep your audio system in the Radio at , or at Satellite Radio mode while you wait www.xmradio.com 1-800-852-9696.
Page 171: Protecting Your Cds
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Caring for the Tape Player If the tape is loose, tighten it by If you see the error message Optional The tape player picks up dirt and turning the hub with a pencil or your ‘‘...
Page 173: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top the desired volume is reached, then...
Page 174: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection If your vehicle’s battery is You will have to store your favorite On on models except the 4-cylinder LX Your vehicle’s audio system will stations on each side of the preset disconnected or goes dead, or the disable itself if it is disconnected radio fuse is removed, the audio bars (1 6) or icons after the system...
Page 175: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock On models without navigation system CLOCK If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will need to set the clock. PRESET BARS To set the time, press the clock set (SOUND) button until you hear a beep.
Page 176: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR your vehicle and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the of headlights (low beam), parking alarm.
Page 177: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using Cruise Control Press and release the DECEL/ a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) SET button on the steering wheel. CRUISE BUTTON without keeping your foot on the The CRUISE CONTROL indicator accelerator pedal.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with cruise control turned on, Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, CRUISE BUTTON or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the 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 180: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver They do not have the safety feature Training HomeLink On EX-V6 model The HomeLink universal that causes the motor to stop and If you just Before you begin transceiver built into your vehicle reverse if an obstacle is detected received your vehicle and have not can be programmed to operate up to...
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the red indicator in HomeLink second. If the button works, continues to flash slowly (does not flash rapidly), your remote programming is complete. transmitter may stop If the button does not work go transmitting after a short time.
Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the button on Training With a Rolling Code TRAINING BUTTON HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. System For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes If a standard transmitter was As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
Page 184 Main Menu...
Page 185: 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 luggage or packages.
Page 186: Break-In Period
Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation In addition, in order to maintain good Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate performance, fuel economy, and reliability and performance by paying emissions control, we strongly on unleaded gasoline with a pump extra attention to how you drive...
Page 187: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures If you notice any undesirable Refueling operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another Gasoline is highly flammable brand of gasoline. and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured For further important fuel-related when handling fuel.
Page 188: Opening And Closing The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood You may hear a hissing sound as until it clicks at least once. If you HOOD RELEASE HANDLE pressure inside the tank escapes.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures GRIP CLIP 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models LATCH Put your fingers under the front 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models edge of the hood. The hood latch Pull the support rod out of its clip Lift the hood up most of the way.
Page 190: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK DIPSTICK (Orange Handle) (Orange Loop) 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models Wait a few minutes after turning the Wipe off the dipstick with a clean Remove the dipstick again, and engine off before you check the oil.
Page 191: Engine Coolant Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Look at the coolant level in the Refer to Owner’s Maintenance radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is Checks on page for information...
Page 192: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel. Use cruise control when messages displayed in the information display.
Page 193: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Be sure electronic accessories do or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 194 Some examples are: safety features can make the Lowering your vehicle with a systems ineffective. non-Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.
Page 195: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET Glove box CENTER POCKET Door and seat-back pockets Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if installed) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability,...
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Locate the statement, ‘‘the Determine the combined weight Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle combined weight of occupants and of luggage and cargo being loaded is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure cargo should never exceed 850 in the vehicle.
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on vehicle, all passengers, accessories, Compartment a Roof Rack cargo, and trailer tongue load must Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the not exceed the Gross Vehicle...
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo If you carry any items on a roof Trunk Hooks Cargo Net rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight. Please contact your dealer for further information.
Page 199: 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 200: 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 201: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine does not start within pedal, turn the ignition key to the 15 seconds, or starts but stalls In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
Page 202: 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 reverse with the vehicle moving. Push down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points With 6-speed manual transmission Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate Shift up Normal acceleration Rapid slowing or speeding-up smoothly. This will give you good can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission If you are still unable to shift to Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout If you exceed the maximum speed reverse, apply the parking brake, 6-speed manual transmission only for the gear you are in, the engine The manual transmission has and turn the ignition key to the speed will enter into the tachometer’s...
Page 205: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) SHIFT LEVER position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.
Page 206 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission This position mechani- Press the brake To shift from: Do this: Park (P) Reverse (R) cally locks the transmission. Use P to R Press the brake pedal and pedal and press the release button press the release button.
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D) Use this position for Use second gear: Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed your normal driving. The For more power when climbing. transmission automatically selects a To increase engine braking when for the gear you are in, the engine suitable gear (1 through 5) for your going down steep hills.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release COVER This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake RELEASE pedal and pressing the release BUTTON button does not work. Set the parking brake.
Page 209: 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 210: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the The front and rear disc brakes on all wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they feel models have audible brake wear...
Page 211: 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 ABS Indicator helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise.
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a system indicator come on together, on loose or ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop and the parking brake is fully distance it takes to stop the...
Page 213: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System On all V6 models VSA Activation Indicator Without VSA, your vehicle still has The vehicle stability assist (VSA) normal braking and cornering ability, system helps to stabilize the vehicle When VSA activates, you will see the but it does not have VSA traction and during cornering if the vehicle turns VSA activation indicator blink.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA is turned on every time you VSA Off Switch VSA and Tire Sizes start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may cause the VSA to off the last time you drove the malfunction.
Page 215: 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 216 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 The best way to confirm that vehicle (GAWR): load toward the front of the trailer The maximum allowable weight and trailer weights are within limits and 40 percent toward the rear, then...
Page 217 Trailer Brakes installed and maintained, and that it Honda requires that any trailer with Since lighting and wiring vary by meets federal, state, province, and a total weight of 1,000 lbs (455 kg) or trailer type and brand, you should local regulations.
Page 218 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Additional Towing Equipment Many states and Canadian provinces When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated, and the trailer require special outside mirrors when driving away, be sure to check the tires and spare are inflated as towing a trailer.
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking Make turns more slowly and wider The added weight, length, and use the foot brake or parking brake. height of a trailer will affect your than normal.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up. Grip the of the steering bottom wheel; then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right.
Page 221 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 Oil and Filter ..
Page 222: 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 other qualified Improperly maintaining this instructed to do so. mechanic.
Page 223: Maintenance Minder
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 ENGINE OIL LIFE SELECT/RESET display according to this table:...
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR (see page MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 When the remaining engine oil life is to 6 percent, you will see the engine 5 to 1 percent, you will see a...
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The maximum total mileage shown is ‘‘ 9999.’’ You can change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer, the trip meter, or the outside temperature (if equipped) every time you press and release the Select/Reset knob.
Page 226 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 227 5 seconds. The provide competent, efficient service. maintenance item code(s) will We recommend using Honda parts disappear, and the engine oil life and fluids whenever you have will reset to ‘‘100.’’ maintenance done. These are...
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Lights Check the operation of Owner’s Maintenance Checks You should check the following Maintenance, replacement, or the headlights, parking lights, items at the specified intervals. If repair of emissions control taillights, high-mount brake light, devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
Page 229 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 230: 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 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 232: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations 4-cylinder Models BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (5-speed manual transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL (Orange handle) FILL CAP WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING ENGINE FLUID (Red cap)
Page 233 Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations 6-cylinder Models ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Gray cap) (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (6-speed manual transmission only) (Gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR...
Page 234: Adding Engine Oil
Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.
Page 235: Changing The Oil And Filter
Always change the oil and filter highly recommended that you use it meets the same requirements according to the maintenance Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for given for a conventional motor oil: it messages shown on the information optimum engine protection. Make displays the API Certification Seal, display.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER OIL FILTER 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models Open the hood, and remove the Remove the oil filter, and let the Check the oil filter to make sure engine oil fill cap.
Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. OIL FILTER Start the engine. The oil pressure then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt to: indicator should go out within 5 seconds.
Page 238: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Adding Engine Coolant Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible.
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP 4-cylinder models RESERVE TANK 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models RADIATOR CAP Make sure the engine and radiator The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. are cool. the base of the filler neck.
Page 240: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers Windshield Washers LEVEL GAUGE Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Check the reservoir’s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap.
Page 241: Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers, Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission LEVEL GAUGE 4-cylinder models DIPSTICK GUIDE 6-cylinder models UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with the engine Insert the dipstick all the way into Do not use engine antif reeze or a at normal operating temperature.
Page 242 Shut off the engine. replacement. However, continued use can affect the shift quality. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) Have the transmission flushed and from the transmission, and wipe it refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as with a clean cloth. soon as it is convenient.
Page 243 However, continued that you push the dipstick in all use can affect the shift quality. the way. Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is convenient.
Page 244: Manual Transmission
Reinstall the filler bolt, and temperature and the vehicle sitting tighten it securely. on level ground. If Honda MTF is not available, you CHECK BOLT may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API WASHER Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 245: Brake And Clutch Fluid
They are: If Honda MTF is not available, you Brake fluid reservoir (all models) may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Clutch fluid reservoir Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 246 DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Page 247: 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 248: Timing Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Timing Belt, Lights Timing Belt Headlight Aiming High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed 6-cylinder models only FASTENERS when your vehicle was new. If you AIR INTAKE The timing belt should be replaced COVER regularly carry heavy items in the at the intervals shown in the maintenance minder schedule.
Page 249: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights AIR INTAKE COVER FASTENERS BULB BULB 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Remove the electrical connector Push the electrical connector back from the bulb by squeezing the onto the bulb. Make sure it is on connector to unlock the tab, then all the way.
Page 250 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the inner fender cover away Low Beam Headlight from the fender and bumper. HOLDING CLIPS AIR INTAKE DUCT EX-V6 with M/T To change the passenger’s side Remove the electrical connector bulb, start the engine, turn the from the bulb by squeezing the On EX-V6 model with manual transmission...
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb, and turn it Replacing a Front Side Marker/ one-quarter turn clockwise to lock Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb it in place. HOLDING CLIPS Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way.
Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Remove the burned out bulb from Determine which bulb is burned Replacing Rear Bulbs the socket by pushing it in and out: turn signal or back-up light. turning the bulb counterclockwise until it unlocks. Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Page 253: Cleaning The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Floor Mats belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of LOOP the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol.
Page 254: Dust And Pollen Filter
6 months. outside through the heating and Replace them if you find signs of If you use non-Honda floor mats, cooling system/climate control cracking in the rubber, areas that are make sure they fit properly and that system.
Page 255 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB BLADE To replace a wiper blade: Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from its holder from the wiper arm by pushing in by grasping the tabbed end of the Raise the wiper arm off the the lock tab.
Page 256: Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Tires Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires BLADE holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate onto the wiper arm.
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressure when the Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot [driven for several miles provides the best combination of month.
Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Recommended Tire Pressures For convenience, the recommended Canadian 4-cylinder LX models The following chart shows the tire sizes and cold tire pressures are Tire Size/Type Cold Tire Pressure recommended cold tire pressures for on a label on the driver’s doorjamb. Front: most normal and high-speed driving 30 psi (210 kPa ,...
Page 259 Improper wheel weights can damage traction on wet roads. You should only front-to-back. your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use replace the tire if you can see three only Honda wheel weights f or or more tread wear indicators. balancing.
Page 260 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Replacing Tires and Wheels It is best to replace all four tires at Wheel and Tire Specifications Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible Wheels: the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front All 4-cylinder models except Canadian rating, and maximum cold tire...
Page 261 Tire Chains Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Mount tire chains on your tires when have been approved by Honda for Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- required by driving conditions or use on your vehicle. Since Honda weather tread design suitable for local laws.
Page 262: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires, Checking the Battery Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery If additional battery maintenance is If you need to connect the battery to needed, see your dealer or a a charger, disconnect both cables to qualified technician. prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system. Always disconnect WARNING: Battery posts, the negative ( ) cable first, and...
Page 264: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Leave the parking brake off. Put To minimize sticking, apply a an extended period (more than 1 the transmission in reverse silicone spray lubricant to all door (manual) or Park (automatic).
Page 265: 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 266: 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 soon as you can.
Page 267: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Turn on the hazard warning lights, TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. and turn the ignition switch to the Drive slowly along the shoulder until LOCK (0) position.
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT JACK WHEEL NUT WRENCH The jack is behind a cover in the Turn the jack’s end bracket Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn right fender. Remove the cover by counterclockwise to loosen it, then with the wheel nut wrench.
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL COVER WHEEL NUTS WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION JACKING POINT Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel On Canadian 4-cylinder LX model point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the Do not attempt to forcibly pry the change.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the vehicle to the ground, wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack.
Page 271 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT spare normal tire tire SPACER CONE Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Place the flat tire face down in the All models except Canadian 4-cylinder the same crisscross pattern. Have spare tire well.
Page 272: If The Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start Store the jack in its holder. Turn If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter the jack’s end bracket to lock it in Diagnosing why the engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly place.
Page 273 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to the The Starter Operates Normally If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find START (III) position. If the In this case, the starter motor’s headlights do not dim, check the speed sounds normal, or even faster the problem.
Page 274: 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 275 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting BOOSTER BATTERY 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Connect one jumper cable to the Connect the second jumper cable Start the vehicle. If the starter positive ( ) terminal on your to the negative ( ) terminal on motor still operates slowly, check vehicle’s battery.
Page 276: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Once the vehicle is running, If the Engine Overheats disconnect the negative cable from The pointer of your vehicle’s your vehicle, then from the temperature gauge should stay in Steam and spray from an booster battery.
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you do not see steam or spray, If there was no coolant in the Start the engine, and set the leave the engine running, and reserve tank, you may need to add temperature to maximum heat watch the temperature gauge.
Page 278: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Safely pull off the road and shut Charging System Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard Indicator This indicator should never come on warning lights. If the charging system indicator when the engine is running.
Page 279: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.
Page 280: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada However, if the brake pedal does not If you must drive the vehicle a short feel normal, you should take distance in this condition, drive slowly and carefully. immediate action. A problem in one The brake system indicator normally part of the system’s dual circuit comes on when you turn the ignition...
Page 281: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If equipped SOCKET NOTCH If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 282: Fuses
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses UNDER-HOOD INTERIOR NOTCH 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 283 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the looking through the side window fuses in the interior fuse box by at the wire inside.
Page 284 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the FUSE 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 285: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Cooling Fan 30 A Cooling Fan 7.5 A MG. Clutch 20 A Horn, Stop Rear Defroster 40 A 40 A Back Up, ACC 15 A Hazard 30 A ABS Motor...
Page 286: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Sliding 20 A Heated Seats 20 A Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Not Used 15 A 15 A Fuel Pump Washer 7.5 A 7.5 A Meter 10 A...
Page 287: 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 288 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 289: Specifications
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 (4-cylinder Models) ....Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 290: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 291: 4-Cylinder Models
Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into 4-cylinder Models the engine block. It is on the front. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 292: Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications (4-cylinder Models) Dimensions Capacities Length 187.8 in (4,770 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 71.3 in (1,810 mm) 17.09 US gal (64.7 ) Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 105.1 in (2,670 mm) coolant Manual 1.35 US gal (5.1 )
Page 293 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications (4-cylinder Models) Lights Engine Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Type Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC 12 V 51 W (HB4) 4-cylinder gasoline engine Front turn signal/parking/side 12 V 24/2.2 CP Bore x Stroke 3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm) marker lights Displacement...
Page 294: Specifications (6-Cylinder Models)
Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications (6-cylinder Models) Dimensions Capacities Length 187.8 in (4,770 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 71.3 in (1,810 mm) 17.09 US gal (64.7 ) Height 55.8 in (1,418 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 105.1 in (2,670 mm) coolant Manual 1.74 US gal (6.6 )
Page 295 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications (6-cylinder Models) Lights Engine Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Type Water cooled 4-stroke 12 V 51 W (HB4) SOHC VTEC Front turn signal/parking/side 12 V 24/2.2 CP 6-cylinder gasoline engine marker lights Bore x Stroke 3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm) Rear turn signal lights...
Page 296: 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 The treadwear grade is a compara- U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The traction grades, from highest to tive rating based on the wear rate of All tires are also graded for lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 297: 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 tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 298: 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 Maximum Tire Pressure below.
Page 299: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this environment. Under certain canister while the engine is off. After conditions of sunlight and climate, In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, NOx and HC react to form with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine photochemical ‘‘smog.’’...
Page 300: Exhaust Emissions Controls
HC, CO, and NOx produced. remain low, you should use only new combustion and minimize the Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that equivalent for repairs. Using lower Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) comes out the tailpipe.
Page 301: 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. THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS...
Page 302: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been or fifth/sixth (M/T). Do not use If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 6 the cruise control. When traffic emissions test shortly after the hours or more.
Page 303 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 304: Customer Service Information
Bella International U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the P.O. Box 190816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Tel: (787) 620-7028...
Page 305: Warranty Coverages
Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda Warranty Information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s...
Page 306 Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Seventh Street, SW., Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 307: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 308: Authorized Manuals
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 309 Main Menu Index Operation ........Anti-theft, Audio System ....Accessories ........Battery Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Armrest ..........Charging System Position) ........Audio System ........ Indicator ......Jump Starting ......Accessory Power Sockets .... AM/FM/CD Player ....
Page 310 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Changing Oil Clock ..........Back-up Lights ......How to ........Clutch Fluid ........Front Parking Lights ....When to ........CO in the Exhaust ......Headlights ......... Charging System Indicator . 57, Coin Pocket ........Specifications ....
Page 311 Main Menu Index Daytime Running Lights ....Dual Temperature Control ..Engine Daytime Running Lights Dust and Pollen Filter ....Adding Engine Coolant .... Additives ........Indicator ........Dead Battery ......... Changing the Oil and Filter ..Defects, Reporting Safety ....
Page 312 Main Menu Index Fill Door and Cap ...... Gearshift Lever Positions Gauge ........... Automatic Transmission ..Fan Control ....108, 114, Low Fuel Indicator ..... Manual Transmission ....Features ......... Octane Requirement ....Glove Box ........Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 313 Main Menu Index Heater, Seat ........Door and Trunk Open ....Information Display ......High Altitude, Starting at ..... DRL (Daytime Running Check Fuel Cap ......HomeLink Universal Lights) ........Engine Oil Life ......Transceiver ........ High Beam ........Maintenance Items ....
Page 314 Main Menu Index Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ... Operation ........Luggage Net (Cargo Net) ... Label, Certification ....... Lane Change, Signaling ....Lap/Shoulder Belts ....Net, Cargo ........LATCH Anchorage System ... Maintenance ........Neutral Gear Position ....Lighting Off Feature, Automatic . Owner’s Maintenance New Vehicle Break-in ....
Page 315 Main Menu Index Outside Temperature ..... Power Door Locks ......Rear Seat, Folding ......Overheating, Engine ....Power Socket Locations ....Rear View Mirror ......Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..Power Steering Fluid ....Rear Window Defogger ....Oxygenated Fuel ......Power Windows ......
Page 316 Main Menu Index Reverse Gear Position ....Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Sound System ........ Reverse Lockout ......Belt ........Spare Tire Roof Rack ........Seat Heaters ........Inflating ........Rotation, Tire ........ Seats ..........Specifications ....291, Seats, Folding Rear ......Spark Plugs ......
Page 317 Main Menu Index Starting the Engine ....... Emissions Control Systems ..Labeling ........Oxygenated Fuels ..... In Cold Weather at High Maintenance ......Three Way Catalytic Replacing ........Altitude ........With a Dead Battery ....Converter ....... 298, Rotating ........State Emissions Testing ....
Page 318 Main Menu Index Treadwear ........Nut Wrench ....... Treadwear Indicators ....Replacing ........Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Trip Meter ........System ........Windows Trunk ..........VSA System Indicator ..Auto Reverse ....... Cargo Net ........VSA Activation Indicator . Operating the Power ....
Page 319: Service Information Summary
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm ) Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Brake Fluid: Transmission Fluid) preferred, or Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid Spare Tire Pressure: a DEXRON III ATF as a DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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