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

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

Your Car at a Glance ...........................................................................................................................

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................

Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.

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

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

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

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

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

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

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index

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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) ..............A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................... 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. reserves the right, however, to DEALER NAME DEALER NO. discontinue or change specifications...
Page 3 This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 4 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: car safely is an important Safety Labels on the car.
Page 5: Your Car At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance 8 8 4 4 9 9 1 1 7 7 7 7 ) ) 9 9 8 8 ) ) 5 5 4 4 ) ) 7 7 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 9 1 1 3 3 8 8 ) ) 1 1 2 2 0 0 1 1 3 3 4 4 ) )
Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance 7 7 8 8 6 6 3 3 6 6 5 5 ) ) 7 7 7 7 ) ) 6 6 1 1 , , 6 6 3 3 6 6 5 5 ) ) U.S.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..General Guidelines for Using information about how to protect Your Car’s Safety Features ..... Child Seats ....... yourself and your passenger. It Seat Belts ........Protecting Small Children ..
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety airbag hazard, you should never every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this carry an infant in a rear-facing child and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual.
Page 10: Your Car's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong aluminum framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown For your safety, and the safety of against the inside of the vehicle Not wearing a seat belt properly your passenger, your car is equipped and against other occupants.
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need Airbags can pose serious hazards. to know about your airbags are: To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and Airbags do not replace seat belts. speed.
Page 13: Seats & Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Move the seats Seats & Seat-Backs What you should do: Door Locks Your car’s seats are designed to keep as far back as possible, and keep Keeping your doors locked reduces you in a comfortable, upright adjustable seat-backs in an upright the chance of being thrown out of...
Page 14: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car’s Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Both doors are closed and locked To make sure you and your (see page passenger get the maximum protection from your car’s safety All cargo is properly stored or features, check the following each secured (see page time before you drive away:...
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction Your car has a door monitor light on Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide the instrument panel to indicate instructions on how to properly when a specific door is not tightly protect adult occupants.
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Adjust the Seat-Backs your seat belt properly, sit upright Sitting too close to an airbag with your back against the seat, and can result in serious injury or move the seat away from the death if the airbags inflate.
Page 17 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults A passenger should also adjust the seat-back to an upright position, but Reclining the seat-back too far as far from the dashboard as can result in serious injury or possible. A passenger who sits too death in a crash.
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Fasten and Position the Seat spreads the forces of a crash over Belts the strongest bones in your upper Insert the latch plate into the buckle, body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 19: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Have your their feet on the floor, until the car is Honda dealer check the belt as soon parked and the engine is off. as possible. Sitting improperly can increase the...
Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible Sitting improperly or out of from the steering wheel or position can result in serious dashboard. This will reduce the risk injury or death in a crash.
Page 21: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Keep your hands and arms away If your Two people should never use the between yourself and an airbag. from the airbag covers. If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp objects on hands or arms are close to the...
Page 22: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 23: Your Car Is Not Recommended For Child Passengers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Your Car is Not Recommended The Passenger’s Airbag Poses Small Children for Child Passengers Serious Risks to Children Placing a forward-facing child seat in We strongly recommend that you do Airbags have been designed to help the front seat of a car equipped with not carry any child in this car.
Page 24 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, your car has warning your car has warning labels on the labels hanging from the glove box driver’s and passenger’s visors.
Page 25: Additional Safety Precaution
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Safety Precaution General Guidelines for Using Selecting a Child Seat Child Seats To provide proper protection, a child Do not leave a child alone in your Leaving a child without adult As discussed on page , because seat should meet three car.
Page 26 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in this car. A child who can sit...
Page 27 Protecting Children Placing a Child Seat Passenger’s Seat This page briefly summarizes Never in the passenger’s Infants: Honda’s recommendations on where seat, due to the passenger’s airbag to place a child seat in your car. hazard. Small children: Not recommended, Airbags Pose Serious due to the passenger’s airbag...
Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly there are three main steps in a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat...
Page 29: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If you decide to carry a small child in Protecting Small Children this car, follow the instructions and Improperly placing a forward- guidelines below. facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury Child Seat Type or death if the airbags inflate.
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The passenger’s seat belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions and tips on how to secure a forward-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Precautions for Small Children Never hold a small child on your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child. If you are wearing a seat belt, the child can be torn from your arms during a crash.
Page 32: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children If a child is too short for the shoulder Checking Seat Belt Fit The passenger’s airbag poses part of the belt to properly fit, we serious risks to children, including recommend that the child use a those who have outgrown child seats.
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children However, if the belt touches or Do not put any accessories on a seat Using a Booster Seat crosses the child’s neck, the child Devices intended to improve belt. needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely compromise the protective capability...
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Ride in this Physical Size seat until the tops of the ears are Physically, a child must be large even with the top of the seat-back. A Children vary widely.
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children If you decide that a child can safely Supervise the child. Even a mature ride in this car, be sure to: child sometimes needs to be reminded to fasten the seat belt or Carefully read the owner’s manual sit properly.
Page 36: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers Your car has a tether anchorage Attach the tether strap hook to the point on the trunk lining for securing tether anchorage point as shown in a tether-style child seat to the car. the illustration, then tighten the Since a tether can provide additional strap according to the child seat...
Page 37: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To unlock the belt, push the red Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. Guide shoulder belts in both seating the belt across your body to the door positions.
Page 38: Seat Belt Maintenance
Honda provides a lifetime warranty it must be replaced by the dealer. A on seat belts. Honda will repair or belt that has been worn during a replace any seat belt component that crash may not provide the same level fails to function properly during of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 39: Additional Information About Your Srs
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS ignition is ON (II). SRS Components How Your Airbags Work Your Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) includes: An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to Two front airbags. The driver’s a possible problem with the airbag is stored in the center of system (see page...
Page 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS During a crash, your seat belt helps After a crash, you may see what restrain your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually while the tensioner tightens and powder from the airbag’s surface.
Page 41: How The Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners Work
Supplemental Restraint System. may not deploy when you need them. See your Honda dealer as soon as When you turn the ignition ON (II), possible. this indicator will light briefly then go out.
Page 42: Srs Service
Do not try to remove or replace the the airbags to deploy, possibly airbags yourself. causing very serious injury. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body See page for further information shop.
Page 43: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car’s exhaust contains carbon With the hatch open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car’s Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause entering the car in normal driving if...
Page 44: Safety Labels
They warn you of potential U.S. models Canadian models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. GLOVE BOX U.S. models only HOOD BATTERY...
Page 45 Main Menu...
Page 46 Indicator Lights ....... Windshield Wipers ..... contribute to the daily operation of Gauges ..........Windshield Washers ....your Honda. All the essential Speedometer ....... Rear Window Wiper and controls are within easy reach. Display Change Button ....Washer ........Odometer ........
Page 47: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations 9 9 8 8 8 8 4 4 , , 9 9 0 0 7 7 7 7 ) ) 5 5 4 4 7 7 1 1 ) ) 1 1 1 1 9 9 1 1 2 2 0 0 1 1 4 4 0 0 ) ) U.S.
Page 48: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights 4 4 7 7 ) ) 4 4 8 8 4 4 7 7 4 4 8 8 ) ) 4 4 9 9 4 4 8 8 4 4 7 7 ) ) 4 4 8 8 ) ) 4 4 8 8 ) ) 1 1 3 3 6 6 ) )
Page 49 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights 4 4 7 7 4 4 8 8 ) ) 4 4 7 7 4 4 8 8 4 4 9 9 ) ) 4 4 7 7 ) ) 4 4 8 8 4 4 8 8 1 1 3 3 6 6 5 5 9 9...
Page 50 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure IMA System Indicator indicators to give you important Indicator information about your car. The engine can be severely damaged This indicator normally comes on for if this light flashes or stays on when a few seconds when you turn the Seat Belt Reminder Light...
Page 51 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights If the indicator remains lit after outside of the car should flash. car to your dealer to have it checked. you have fully released the With the light on, your car still has parking brake while the engine is normal braking ability but no anti- High Beam Indicator...
Page 52 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights ‘‘Daytime Running Immobilizer System Electric Power Steering Lights’’ Indicator Indicator (EPS) Indicator This indicator comes on for a few This light normally comes on when Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn seconds when you turn the ignition you turn the ignition ON (II) and the ignition switch to ON (II) with...
Page 53: Gauges
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your car has been driven. It displays in miles and kilometers. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.
Page 54 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges CONTINUED Instruments and Controls...
Page 55 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Instruments and Controls...
Page 56: Current Fuel Mileage
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Current Fuel Mileage Trip Meters To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the Trip button until the numbers reset to 0.0. This display shows the current, or The trip meters show the number of instantaneous fuel mileage you are miles or kilometers driven since you getting.
Page 57: Trip Mileage
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Trip Mileage Segment Distance and Fuel Mileage You can use this function to display the distance and average fuel mileage for a segment of a trip. To display the segment distance and fuel mileage, press and release the FCD Select button.
Page 58: Lifetime Fuel Mileage
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Lifetime Fuel Mileage To reset this display, turn the Turning Off the Mileage Displays ignition switch to ON (II). If the You can temporarily turn off the engine is running, make sure the Current Fuel Mileage and Fuel transmission is in neutral and the Mileage displays.
Page 59: Battery Level Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Use the Trip button to select Battery Level Gauge another mileage display. With 5-speed With CVT (U.S. only) Press and hold the FCD Select button again to turn off that display. Use the Trip button to select the third display.
Page 60: Charge/Assist Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges If the battery is mostly discharged, Charge/Assist Gauge the Auto Idle Stop operation is With 5-speed With CVT (U.S. only) disabled. (See pages 135, This gauge shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist. If the indicator is on the left side of the gauge, the IMA battery is being charged.
Page 61: Fuel Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may reach near the red mark.
Page 62: Maintenance Required Indicator
Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. This indicator reminds you that it is Turn off the engine. Press and hold the trip button in...
Page 63: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left 7 7 7 7 ) ) 7 7 8 8 6 6 3 3 , , 6 6 4 4 ) ) lever controls the turn signals, 6 6 5 5 ) ) headlights, and high beams.
Page 64: Headlights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel If you leave the lights on with the Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder tone when you open the driver’s door. The rotating switch on the left lever To flash the high beams, pull the controls the lights.
Page 65: Daytime Running Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness The display dims when the parking Canadian models only lights or headlights are turned on. With the headlight switch off, the Adjust the brightness to the desired high beam headlights come on with level with the headlight switch off, reduced brightness when you turn...
Page 66: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly Windshield Wipers on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.
Page 67: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel In intermittent, the wipers operate Windshield Washers every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu- ously. To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on push the control lever up from the the wiper control lever.
Page 68: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Wiper and Washer Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Manual Operation To turn on the rear window wiper, Push the button to the right of the The rear window defogger will clear turn the ring clockwise to ON.
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Automatic Operation The rear window defogger turns on automatically when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) if the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C), or if the engine is at ambient temperature.
Page 70: Keys And Locks
If you Remote Transmitter Your car also comes with two remote need to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. transmitters; see page for an explanation of the operation. Your car comes with two master These keys contain electronic keys and a valet key.
Page 71: Immobilizer System
If the indicator recognize the coding of your key, starts to blink, it means the system contact your Honda dealer. Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the approved by the party responsible for key.
Page 72: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Ignition Switch LOCK (0) You can insert or remove the key only in this position. Removing the key from the To switch from ACCESSORY to ignition switch while driving LOCK, you must push the key in locks the steering.
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks In this position, You will hear a reminder beeper if ACCESSORY (I) you can operate the audio system you leave the key in the ignition and the accessory power socket. switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open ON (II) This is the normal key...
Page 74: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Door Locks Hatch Each door has a lock tab next to the The doors can also be locked and Use the master key to lock and inside door handle. Push the tab in to unlocked from the outside with the unlock the hatch.
Page 75 Open the hatch as back edge. you hold the key in that position. If you need to use this procedure to open the hatch, your car may be developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your Honda dealer. Instruments and Controls...
Page 76: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter The interior light (if the interior light Horn Operation switch is in the center position) will The horn will sound if you push the come on when you press the LOCK button a second time within UNLOCK button.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely When the remote transmitter’s activate your car’s security system to battery begins to get weak, it may attract attention. When activated, the take several pushes on the button to horn will sound, and the exterior lock or unlock the doors, and the...
Page 78 Canada Standard RSS-210. transmitter. system by your Honda dealer. Any Operation is subject to the following two other transmitters you have will also conditions: (1) this device may not cause...
Page 79: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the angle of the seat-back, backward, pull up on the lever under push forward on the lever next to the...
Page 80: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows Your car’s windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to Closing a power window on ON (II) to raise or lower either someone’s hands or fingers can window. cause serious injury. Make sure your passenger is away from the window before closing it.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows, Mirrors The AUTO function only works to Adjusting the Power Mirrors lower the driver’s window. To raise the window, you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.
Page 82: Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake, Storage Box Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. Storage Box Keep the inside and outside mirrors To apply the parking brake, pull the clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Page 83: Glove Box
Main Menu Table of Contents Glove Box, Beverage Holder Glove Box Beverage Holder An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
Page 84: Accessory Power Socket
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. To use the accessory power socket, pull up the cover.
Page 85: Interior Light
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Light Ceiling Lights Spotlights Cargo Area Light The interior light has a three- Turn on the spotlight by pushing the The cargo area light has a two- position switch. In the OFF position, button next to each light. Push the position switch.
Page 86 Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features Heating ..........Audio System ........What Each Control Does ... Operating the Radio ....Temperature Control Dial ..Adjusting the Sound ....ECON Button ......Operating the Optional CD Recirculation Button ....Changer ......... Rear Window Defogger Radio Frequencies ....
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating Proper use of the Heating system can make the interior comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility. What Each Control Does Fan Control Buttons Press the button to increase the fan’s speed, which increases air flow.
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating Vent Controls ’ ’ ’ ’ The direction of air flow from the On the driver’s and passenger’s-side Each vent can be opened and closed vents in the center and each side of vents, move the vent up-and-down with the dial next to it.
Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater to generate hot air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air.
Page 91 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating To remove exterior frost or ice from To Heat To Defog and Defrost To warm the interior: To remove fog from the inside of the the windshield and side windows windows: after the car has been sitting out in Start the engine.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, the windshield and the side window stop the fan and turn the defroster vents.
Page 93: Climate Control System
Table of Contents Climate Control System The automatic climate control ’ ’ system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System ’ ’ Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Fully-automatic Operation Auto Button To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully-automatic mode, press the AUTO button and set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial. You will see AUTO in the system’s display. The light above the button also shows you which mode,...
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Pressing the OFF button shuts the climate control system completely off. Keep the system completely off only for short periods. To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator above this button is lit, air from the car’s interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode).
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Button Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Each time you press the MODE button, the display shows the mode selected.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select , the A/C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode.
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them.
Page 101: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The cassette system features Dolby...
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio You can use any of four methods to SEEK The SEEK function The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the a strong signal.
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The SCAN function SCAN samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. When the system is in the SCAN mode, SCN shows in the display.
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can store the Preset frequencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band. To store a frequency: Select the desired band, AM or FM.
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader These two controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength. To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies and Reception For information, See page Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control buttons to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use the RESET (Preset 6) button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing RESET sets the clock back to the previous hour.
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Dolby noise reduction turns on when Tape Search Functions SKIP The Skip Function allows you insert a cassette. If the tape was With a cassette playing, you can use you to find the beginning of a song not recorded with Dolby noise reduc- the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT or passage.
Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The Repeat function REPEAT continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind.
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level between selections, or a silent period in the middle of a selection.
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD Changer A Compact Disc changer is available from your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use the SKIP switch to REPEAT When you activate the To operate the CD changer, the ignition must be in ACCESSORY (I) select tracks within a disc. If you Repeat feature by pressing the RPT push and release the SKIP switch, button, the system continuously or ON (II) and the audio system...
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If the system is in Repeat mode, you must turn it off by pressing RPT before you can select Random Play. Then press the button again until you see RDM displayed. To take the system out of CD mode, press the AM/FM button or insert a cassette in the player.
Page 114 Honda dealer. CD magazine ejection Press the magazine eject button. If the maga- impossible. zine does not eject, consult your Honda dealer. Disc is in changer Press the magazine eject button, and insert an mechanism. empty magazine.
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda’s radio can receive the How well your Honda’s radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance cies: from the station’s transmitter,...
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Do not place it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 118 Never try to insert a warped or Honda dealer. damaged cassette in the player. If you do not clean the cassette If a problem develops in the connec-...
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Page 120: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline ......... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 121: Break-In Period
Break-in Period Gasoline In Canada, some gasolines contain Help assure your car’s future Your Honda is designed to operate an octane-enhancing additive called reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump MMT. If you use such gasolines, extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
Page 122: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as Gasoline is highly flammable pressure inside the tank escapes. and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured Stop filling the tank after the fuel when handling fuel.
Page 123: Opening The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks several times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without After closing the hood, make sure it lifting the hood latch handle, or the is securely latched. hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page Pull the support rod out of its clip...
Page 125: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check Check the engine oil level every time Wipe the dipstick with a clean Insert it all the way back in its tube. you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few cloth or paper towel.
Page 126: Engine Coolant Check
Owner Maintenance Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Honda. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the upper and lower between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 127: Fuel Economy
This oil is different from what you are used to. Vehicle Condition available at your Honda dealer. Shift Up and Shift Down indicators Always maintain your car according (5-speed manual transmission only) to the maintenance schedule.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy A cold engine uses more fuel than a If air conditioning is needed, you can warm engine. It is not necessary to save some fuel by using the A/C in ‘‘warm-up’’ a cold engine by letting it ‘‘Econ’’...
Page 129: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Before installing any accessory: Your dealer has genuine Honda Follow all instructions in this accessories that allow you to Make sure the accessory does not owner’s manual regarding personalize your car.
Page 130: Additional Safety Precaution
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications In addition, any modifications that Modifications Additional Safety Precaution Do not remove any original decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the equipment or modify your car in any the chance of undercarriage parts airbag covers.
Page 131: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, rear center pocket and seat-back pocket are designed for small, lightweight items. The cargo area is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 132: Load Limit
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Keep the glove box closed while The maximum load for your vehicle driving. If the lid is open, a Overloading or improper is 400 lbs (185 kg). passenger could injure their knees loading can affect handling and during a crash or sudden stop.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo If you carry large items that Air Intake prevent you from closing the hatch, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning, follow the instructions on page The floor of the storage box is made of a soft plastic material.
Page 134: Auto Idle Stop
Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather manual transmission. It also includes at High Altitude ....
Page 135: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the adjustment of the seat Turn the ignition switch ON (II). and adjustments every day before (see page Check the indicator lights in the you drive your car. instrument panel.
Page 136: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. right away, repeat step 4 with the Turn off all electrical accessories accelerator pedal pressed half-way to reduce the drain on the battery. In cold weather, turn off all down.
Page 137: Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the Rapid slowing or speeding-up transmission by trying to shift into can cause loss of control on Reverse with the car moving. Push slippery surfaces.
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop above 41°F (5°C) (See pages During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA To maximize fuel economy, your charge and power brake vacuum Insight has an Auto Idle Stop reserve is monitored by the system. function.
Page 139 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Auto Idle Stop Indicator engine with the ignition switch when this light is blinking. This indicator will blink, and you will hear a chime, if you open the door when Auto Stop is active. Always turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and remove the key if you are getting out of the vehicle.
Page 140: Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators losing speed, and pressing on the Engine Speed Limiter accelerator pedal. If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine Road and traffic conditions may speed will enter into the tachometer’s require you to shift at times other red zone.
Page 141 ON (II). If it flashes the accelerator pedal. while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceler- ation and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. Driving...
Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Park (P) This position mechani- To shift from: Do this: Press the brake pedal and cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or P to R press the release button on the lever.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) To shift from Re- Use this mode for Reverse (R) Drive Mode verse to Park, see the explanation everyday driving. The transmission under Park. To shift to Reverse from automatically adjusts to keep the Neutral, come to a complete stop engine at the best speed for driving first.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) You can switch into and out of To shift to Low, press Low (L) ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ ’ ’ ’ ’ Second mode with the ignition the release button on the side of the switch ON (II) and the shift lever in shift lever.
Page 145 Park to Neutral. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your car is developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Auto Idle Stop There is adequate vacuum reserve During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA To maximize fuel economy, your for the power brakes. charge and power brake vacuum Insight has an Auto Idle Stop reserve is monitored by the system.
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission (CVT) Auto Idle Stop Indicator If you open the driver’s door when Auto Stop is active, the indicator will blink and you will hear a chime. The chime will stop when you close the door.
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. If Make sure the windows are closed. the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put parking brake is not fully released;...
Page 149: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with front Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes and rear drum brakes. when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all models...
Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates Your car has an Anti-lock Brake brake pedal, this defeats the the brakes has two separate circuits. System (ABS) as standard purpose of the ABS.
Page 151 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Important Safety Reminders A car with ABS may require a ABS Indicator ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or distance it takes to stop the car, uneven surfaces, such as gravel or only helps with steering control snow, than a car without anti-lock.
Page 152: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique Always drive Visibility Being able to see slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Check your tires Traction Towing a Trailer frequently for wear and proper Your vehicle is not designed to tow a pressure. Both are important in trailer. Attempting to do so can void preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’...
Page 154 .... Replacing Tires and Wheels . form more complex maintenance Replacing Engine Coolant ..Wheels and Tires ...... tasks on your Honda, you may want Windshield Washers ....Winter Driving ......to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission Fluid .......
Page 155: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you with more economical, trouble-free technician or other qualified can decide whether or not you driving and help reduce air pollution.
Page 156: Maintenance
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 157: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 158 Your authorized Honda dealer We recommend the use of genuine According to state and federal knows your car best and can provide Honda parts and fluids whenever you regulations, failure to perform competent, efficient service. have maintenance done. These are...
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated miles x 1,000 U.S. Owners distance or time whichever km x 1,000 Follow the Normal Conditions comes first. months Maintenance Schedule if the Replace engine oil Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 1 year severe driving conditions Replace engine oil filter specified in the Severe...
Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents Service at the indicated miles x 1,000 U.S. Owners distance or time whichever km x 1,000 Follow the Severe Conditions comes first. months Maintenance Schedule if you Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months drive your vehicle MAINLY Check engine oil and coolant...
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D, E as required for each distance/time.
Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents 67,500 mi/108,000 km/4½ yrs Do items in A, B. NOTE: 71,250 mi/114,000 km/- Do items in A. · Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. 75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs Do items in A, B, C. ·...
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km (or 4½...
Page 166: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level Check every Tires Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 167: Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations Maintenance...
Page 168: Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Page 169 Synthetic Oil Additives tell you the oil’s viscosity or weight. You may use a synthetic motor oil if Your Honda does not require any oil Select the oil for your car according it meets the same requirements additives. Additives may adversely to this chart.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommenda- tions in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contami- nants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
Page 171 Improper disposal of engine oil can be wrench (available from your the engine and reinspect your harmf ul to the environment. If you Honda dealer) is required to work. change your own oil, please dispose of remove the filter. the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed...
Page 172: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Adding Engine Coolant Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator.
Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car’s cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine compo- nents. Make sure the engine and radiator The coolant level should be up to are cool.
Page 174 Only use Honda All Season Antifreeze/ Coolant Type 2. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car. Unless you have the tools and knowledge, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.
Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Loosen the drain plug on the Remove the reserve tank from its bottom of the radiator. The holder by pulling it straight up. coolant will drain through the Drain the coolant, then put the splash guard.
Page 176 Pour coolant into the funnel until the engine. 0.61 US gal (2.3 , 0.51 Imp gal) the coolant stops flowing into the Pour Honda All Season engine. Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into Remove the cap from the water the radiator. This coolant is a outlet, and install a pipe and funnel.
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Start the engine and let it run for Fill the reserve tank to the MAX about 30 seconds. Then turn off mark. Install the reserve tank cap. the engine. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield Fill the reservoir with a good-quality washer reservoir at least monthly windshield washer fluid. This during normal usage. In bad weather, increases the cleaning capability and when you use the washers often, prevents freezing in cold weather.
Page 179: Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Table of Contents Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission (CVT) Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as U.S. model shown in the illustration. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. It should be between the HOT upper and lower marks.
Page 180 Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic shown in the illustration. If you Always use Honda ATF-Z1 Transmission Fluid), then drive the added fluid, return to step 1 to (Automatic Transmission Fluid).
Page 181 Remove the black cover under the hole. If it is not, add Honda Manual engine. Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to run out of the hole. Reinstall the filler bolt and tighten it securely.
Page 182: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement. However, the use of Clutch fluid reservoir any non-Honda brake fluid can cause (manual transmission only) corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system The brake fluid should be replaced...
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Clutch System The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system.
Page 184: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. The air cleaner element is inside the Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing in the engine air cleaner housing with a damp compartment.
Page 185: Hood Latch
Lubricate all the moving parts (as shown), including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the condition of your car’s Check the battery terminals for battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals.
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to Charging the battery with the cables prevent damage to the car’s connected can seriously damage your electrical system. car’s electronic controls. Detach the battery cables bef ore connecting the battery to a charger.
Page 188: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the blade out of the holder. Slide the new blade into the holder. Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length. To replace the rear wiper blade: Insert both ends of the blade into the holder.
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System (Optional) Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed Periodically check the engine’s If the air conditioning does not get as system. Any major maintenance, radiator and air conditioning cold as before, have your dealer such as recharging, should be done condenser for leaves, insects, and check the system.
Page 192 Check the tension of each belt by climate control system becomes less pushing on it with your thumb than usual. Have the dust and pollen midway between the pulleys. filter replaced by your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Check the pressure in the tires when Inflation must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated they are cold. This means the car good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of has been parked for at least three...
Page 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires You should get your own tire These pressures are also given on pressure gauge and use it whenever the tire information label on the you check your tire pressures. This driver’s doorjamb. will make it easier for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem Tubeless tires have some ability to and not due to a variation between...
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inspection Maintenance Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement Replacing Tires and Wheels tires, you may find that some tires The tires that came with your car are ‘‘directional.’’ This means they were selected to match the perform- are designed to rotate only in one ance capabilities of the car while direction.
Page 197 Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your car’s handling. If you ever need to replace a wheel, make sure the wheel’s specifications match those of the original wheel that came on your car. Replacement wheels are available at your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 198 If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your vehicle Chains of the wrong size or that are Honda, make sure they are radial when warranted by driving condi- improperly installed can damage your tires of the same size and load range tions or required by local laws.
Page 199 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car’s exterior lights at least once a month. A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car’s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 200: Back-Up Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible.
Page 201 Adjustment of the headlights should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your car has halogen headlight bulbs, one on each side. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel Open the hood.
Page 202 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Unclip the end of the hold-down Replacing the Front Parking Insert the socket back into the wire from its slot. Pivot it out of Lights headlight assembly. Turn it the way and remove the bulb. clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Open the hatch. Remove the two covers. Remove Determine which bulb, stop/ the two screws holding the rear taillight, back-up light, side marker Pull the cover back. light assembly. Remove the light light or turn signal is burned out.
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Reinstall the socket into the light Replacing a Rear License Plate assembly by turning it clockwise Bulb until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Reinstall the light assembly and tighten the two screws and nut.
Page 206: Interior Light
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing an Interior Light Bulb Replacing the Cargo Area Light Remove the lens by carefully Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens in prying on the edge of the lens in the middle with a fingernail file or the middle with a fingernail file or a small flat-tip screwdriver.
Page 207: Storing Your Car
Support the front and rear wiper If you store your car for 12 months blade arms with a folded towel or or longer, have your Honda dealer Wash and dry the exterior rag so they do not touch the perform the inspections called for in completely.
Page 208 Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care ......... your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’ Roof Antenna ......looking. This section gives you hints Rear Wheel Skirt ...... on how to clean your car and Washing ........
Page 209: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Roof Antenna Rear Wheel Skirt Before using an automatic car wash, If an automatic car wash has tire remove the radio antenna so it does cleaning brushes, remove the skirts not get damaged. Remove the covering the rear wheels so they will antenna by unscrewing it.
Page 210 Although almost all exterior panels on Chemical solvents and strong cleaners tar remover or turpentine. Rinse it your Honda are made of hardened can damage the paint, metal, and off immediately so it does not aluminum, they may dent more easily plastic on your car.
Page 211 You Paint Touch-up beads or droplets after waxing. should use a polish on your Honda if Your dealer has touch-up paint to the finish does not have its original match your car’s color. The color You should use a quality liquid or shine after using a wax.
Page 212: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft the carpet wear out faster. cloth dampened in a solution of mild Periodically shampoo the carpet to soap and water.
Page 213 Many corrosion-preventive measures Wiping vigorously up-and-down can are built into your Honda. You can dislodge and break the def ogger wires. help keep your car from corroding When cleaning the rear window, use by performing some simple periodic gentle pressure and wipe side-to-side.
Page 214 Body repairs can affect your car’s insurance company, tell them you and body. resistance to corrosion. If your car want genuine Honda parts used in needs repairs after a collision, pay the repair. Although most insurers Check the floor coverings for...
Page 215 Main Menu...
Page 216 Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won’t Start ..gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates...
Page 217: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Get your regular tire Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) repaired or replaced and put it back under any circumstances.
Page 218: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the car on firm, level and stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground away from Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder traffic.
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Rear tire only: Pull the rear wheel skirt Remove the center cap from the Use the end of the extension or a downward. wheel with the end of the flat-tipped screwdriver to loosen extension or a flat-tipped the two stud fasteners holding the Do not catch your clothes or...
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the car tire.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack. surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross a clean cloth.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Tighten the wheel nuts securely in To install the rear wheel skirt, Tighten the two stud fasteners. the same crisscross pattern. Have place the skirt against the body. Align the marks on the stud the wheel nut torque checked at Line up the slots on the skirt with fastener with the...
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tool kit back in the spare tire well. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
Page 224: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why your engine won’t Turn the ignition switch to START Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting To jump start your car, follow these The Starter Operates Normally Jump Starting In this case, the starter motor’s If your car’s battery has run down, directions closely: speed sounds normal, or even faster you may be able to start the engine than normal, when you turn the...
Page 226: Jump Starting
Start your car. If the starter motor positive ( ) terminal on your to the negative ( ) terminal on still operates slowly, check the Honda’s battery. Connect the the booster battery. Connect the jumper cable connections to make other end to the positive ( )
Page 227: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats Keep the ends of the jumper cables Your car can overheat for several Safely pull to the side of the road. away from each other and any metal reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in Neutral or on the car until all are disconnected.
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at reaches the middle of the tempera- Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. ture gauge, or lower, before check- temperature control dial to ing the radiator.
Page 229: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If the light Running the engine with low oil does not go out within ten seconds, pressure can cause serious mechanical turn off the engine. There is a damage almost immediately.
Page 230: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: A/C, rear defogger, etc. electrical load as possible, you can Try not to use other electrically- drive several miles (kilometers) operated controls such as the radio.
Page 231: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your You should also have the dealer car, the cause of this indicator inspect your car if this indicator coming on could be a loose or comes on repeatedly, even though it missing fuel fill cap.
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp Readiness Codes If possible, do not take your car for a Your car has certain ‘‘readiness state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. To check if diagnostics for the emissions they are set, turn the ignition ON (II), systems.
Page 233: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower indicates a problem with the car’s gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system. In most cases, the when it is safe.
Page 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The interior fuse is underneath the The under-hood fuse box is located dashboard on the driver’s side.
Page 235 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the car without fixing the problem, and you do not Replacing a f use with one that has a have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the higher rating greatly increases the same rating or a lower rating from chances of damaging the electrical one of the other circuits.
Page 237 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A ACC Radio 10 A ACC Socket Not used 20 A LAF Heater 10 A Small Light Air Conditioning, R/C 7.5 A Mirror 7.5 A Daytime Running Light 7.5 A Back Up Light 7.5 A...
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected 50 A IG1 Main 30 A Cooling Fan 80 A Battery 40 A Heater Motor 30 A ABS Motor 30 A Rear Defroster 10 A Hazard 20 A...
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Car Gets Stuck If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page For very short distances, such as Remove the towing hook and freeing the car, you can use the wheel wrench from the tool box.
Page 240: Emergency Towing
There are three popular types of If your Honda cannot be transported professional towing equipment. by flat-bed, it should be towed by With the front wheels on the ground, wheel-lift equipment with the front...
Page 241 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your car with all four wheels on the ground, make Trying to lif t or tow your car by the sure you use a properly-designed and bumpers will cause serious damage. attached tow bar.
Page 242: Technical Information
Oxygenated Fuels ......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ Driving in Foreign Countries ..your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Emissions Controls ....... identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ...... The Clean Air Act .....
Page 243: Identification Numbers
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 244 Table of Contents Main Menu Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. Technical Information...
Page 245 Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the Compression ratio 10.8 : 1 engine. 10.3 : 1 Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 , 0.09 Imp gal) Spark plugs ILZFR5A-11 U.S. model Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary. Technical Information...
Page 246 Table of Contents Main Menu Specifications Air Conditioning Alignment Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Toe-in Front 0.00 in (0.0 mm) Charge quantity 17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g) Rear 0.12 in (3.0 mm) Lubricant type SP-10 Camber Front 0° Rear 1° Lights Caster Front...
Page 247 Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your car meet all U.S. Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 248 Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 249: Oxygenated Fuels
Table of Contents Main Menu Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and If you notice any undesirable being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another ether compound. These gasolines percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as...
Page 250: Driving In Foreign Countries
Table of Contents Main Menu Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 251: Emissions Controls
‘‘smog.’’ Carbon the engine is started and warmed up, monoxide does not contribute to In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the vapor is drawn into the engine with the Canadian Motor Vehicle smog creation, but it is a poisonous and burned during driving.
Page 252 HC, CO, and (PCM) uses various sensors to Genuine Honda replacement parts or NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The determine how much air is going their equivalent for repairs. Using exhaust emissions control systems into the engine.
Page 253: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature...
Page 254: State Emissions Testing
Table of Contents Main Menu State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 255 If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 your Honda dealer. seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
Page 256: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership’s Islands: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 258: Warranty Coverages
Table of Contents Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners a seat Seat Belt Limited Warranty Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 259 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 260: Authorized Manuals
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356...
Page 261 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 262: Specifications
Main Menu Index Checking Fluid Level ....Break-in, New Car ......Shifting ........Brightness Control, Instruments . Accessories and Modifications . Shift Lever Position Indicator . Brights, Headlights ......Accessories ........ Shift Lever Positions ....Bulb Replacement Additional Safety Precaution . Shift Lock Release ....
Page 263 Main Menu Index CD Player ........Consumer Information ....Dipstick Certification Label ......Controls, Instruments and ..... Engine Oil ........Chains ..........Coolant Directional Signals ......Charge/Assist Gauge ....Adding ........Disc Brake Wear Indicators ..Changing Oil Checking ........Disposal of Used Oil .....
Page 264 Main Menu Index Charging System Indicator ..Fuel ..........Checking the Fuses ....Fill Door and Cap ...... Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..Fabric, Cleaning ......Gauge ........... Malfunction Indicator Lamp . Fan, Interior ........Octane Requirement ....Overheated Engine ....
Page 265 Main Menu Index Gauges Turning on ........Instrument Panel Brightness ..Engine Coolant Heating ..........Interior Cleaning ......Temperature ......High Altitude, Starting at ..... Interior Light ........Fuel ..........High-Low Beam Switch ....Introduction ........Speedometer ....... Hood Latch ........
Page 266 Main Menu Index Load Limit ........LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Locks New Vehicle Break-in ....Paint Touch-up ......Fuel Fill Door ......NOTICE, Explanation of ....Panel Brightness Control ....Hatch ..........Numbers, Identification ....Parking ........... Low Coolant Level ......
Page 267 Main Menu Index Service Station Procedures ..Setting the Clock ......Radiator Overheating ....Safety Belts ........8, Shift Lever Position Indicator ..Radio/Cassette Sound System ..Safety Defects, Reporting ..Shift Lock Release ......Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . Safety Features .........
Page 268 Main Menu Index Steam Coming from Engine ..Tether Anchorage Points ....Fluid Selection ......Steering Wheel Three Way Catalytic Converter . Identification Number ....Anti-theft Column Lock ..... Time, Setting the ......Shifting the Manual ....Stereo Sound System .....
Page 269 Main Menu Index ..........Operation ........Vinyl Cleaning ....... Worn Tires ........Viscosity, Oil ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..U.S. and Canada only WARNING, Explanation of ..... Warning Labels, Location of ..Warranty Coverages ....Washer, Windshield Operation ........Washing .........
Page 270: Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. Transmission Fluid) only. DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or Capacity: DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Fuel Tank Capacity: 5.8 US qt (5.5 , 4.8 Imp qt)

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