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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle 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 Acura, and how to contact us.

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

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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Summary of Contents for Honda 2000 Accord Coupe

Page 1: Table Of Contents
2000 Accord Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
Page 2: Introduction
NOTICE information is intended to help you One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to avoid damage to your Honda, other read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items.
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: car safely is an important responsibility. Safety Labels — on the car. Safety Messages —...
Page 4: Your Car At A Glance
Your Car at a Glance HEATING/COOLING MIRROR AIRBAGS (P.9) CONTROLS CONTROLS (P.99) (P.110) DIGITAL CLOCK CLIMATE CONTROL (P.101) SYSTEM DOOR LOCK (P.117) SWITCH (P.76) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.125, 137) POWER WINDOW FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE SWITCHES (P.161) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.178) (P.96) HOOD RELEASE TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE HANDLE...
Page 5 Your Car at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64) WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 67) (P. 65, 66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 98) CRUISE CONTROL (P. 69) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 66) HORN TILT ADJUSTMENT (P. 61) (P. 68) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.
Page 6: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety Protecting Larger Children..This section gives you important 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs..... information about how to protect 4. Adjust the Head Restraints..Using Child Seats with Tethers........yourself and your passengers. It 5. Fasten and Position the Seat Additional Information About Your shows you how to use seat belts Belts........
Page 7: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety Control Your Speed Be Aware of Airbag Hazards recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 8: Your Car's Safety Features
Your Car's Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 9: Seat Belts
Your Car's Safety Features Seat Belts In addition, most states and all Help keep you from being thrown Canadian provinces require you to against the inside of the car and For your safety, and the safety of wear seat belts. against other occupants.
Page 10: Airbags
Your Car's Safety Features Airbags the seat belts. Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, rollovers, or minor frontal or side collisions. Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries, or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not...
Page 11: Seats & Seat-Backs
Your Car's Safety Features What you should do: Move the front Head Restraints Seats & Seat-Backs seats as far back as possible, and Head restraints can help protect you Your car's seats are designed to keep keep adjustable seat-backs in an from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 12: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Your Car's Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Front seat occupants are sitting The rest of this section gives more detailed information about how you To make sure you and your upright and as far back as possible can maximize your safety. passengers get the maximum from the steering wheel and protection from your car's safely...
Page 13: Protecting Adults
Protecting Adults Introduction 2.Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver and other adult occupants. Your car has a door monitor light on These instructions also apply to the instrument panel to indicate children who have outgrown child when a specific door is not tightly seats and are large enough to wear...
Page 14: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Most shorter drivers can get far 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs your seat belt properly, sit upright enough away from the steering with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals. move the seat as far back as possible However, if you are concerned about from the steering wheel while still...
Page 15: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust 4.Adjust the Head Restraints the seat-back to an upright position, Reclining the seat-back too far but as far from the dashboard as can result in serious injury or possible. A passenger who sits too close to the dashboard could be death in a crash.
Page 16: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults 5.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Insert the latch plate into the buckle, restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the effectiveness and you can be belt is securely latched. Also check seriously injured in a crash.
Page 17: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Improperly positioning the seat seriously injured or killed. Have your belts can cause serious injury Honda dealer check the belt as soon or death in a crash. as possible. Adjust the steering wheel, if needed,...
Page 18 Protecting Adults 7.Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Position position in the front seat can be Sitting improperly or out of After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured by position can result in serious their seats and put on seat belts, it is striking interior parts of the car, or injury or death in a crash.
Page 19: Advice For Pregnant Women
Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Pregnant women should also sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and as far back as possible Two people should never use the from the steering wheel or same seat belt. If they do, they dashboard. This will reduce the risk could be very seriously injured in a of injuries to both the mother and crash.
Page 20 Protecting Adults Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags, do between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near airbag. Carrying hard or sharp a front door. If a side airbag objects on your lap, or driving with inflates, a cup holder or other hard a pipe or other sharp object in object attached on or near the...
Page 21: Protecting Children
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 22: Poses Serious Risks To Children
Protecting Children Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger's Front Airbag Small Children Seat Poses Serious Risks to Children Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat of a vehicle equipped According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to with a passenger's front airbag can children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 23 Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger's To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your car has warning labels children must be properly restrained on the driver's and front passenger's in the back seat, your car has visors.
Page 24: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several Additional Safety Precautions If a Child Requires Close Children Do not leave children alone in your Attention Your car has three seating positions Many parents say they prefer to put vehicle. Leaving children without in the back seat where children can an infant or small child in the front adult supervision is illegal in most...
Page 25 Protecting Children General Guidelines for Using Selecting a Child Seat Child Seats To provide proper protection, a child The following pages give general seat should meet three guidelines for selecting and installing requirements: child seats for infants and small children. 1.
Page 26 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in Small Children: A child who is too your car.
Page 27 Front Passenger's Seat Placing a Child Seat This page briefly summarizes Infants: Never in the front seat, due Honda's recommendations on where to the front airbag hazard. to place rear-facing and forward- facing child seats in your car. Small children: Not recommended, due to the front airbag hazard.
Page 28 Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat 3. Secure the child in the child seat. Make sure the child is properly After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during strapped in the child seat and a good position to install the seat, a collision, we recommend that according to the child seat maker's...
Page 29: Protecting Infants
Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this car, a rear-facing child seat Placing a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the front seat can result in in the back seat, but not in the front serious injury or death if the seat.
Page 30 Protecting Children Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back seats have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions and tips on how to secure a rear-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 31 Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. 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 verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 32 Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation Additional Precautions for Infants facing child seat may prevent the Tips Never hold an infant on your lap. driver or a front-seat passenger from If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown moving the seat as far back as forward into the dashboard and...
Page 33: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small child stay in the child seat as long as possible, until the child reaches the Improperly placing a forward- weight or height limit for the seat. facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags Child Seat Placement...
Page 34 Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back and front passenger seating positions have 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 35 Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. 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 36: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Children Additional Precautions for Small Protecting Larger Children Children When a child reaches the Never hold a small child on your recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit lap. If you are not wearing a seat for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can belt in a crash, you could be...
Page 37 Protecting Children However, if the belt touches or Do not put any accessories on a seat Checking Seat Belt Fit crosses the child's neck, the child belt. Devices intended to improve needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely compromise the protective capability Do not let a child wear a seat belt...
Page 38 Protecting Children Using a Booster Seat A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front seat until the tops of the ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety even with the top of the seat-back. A Administration and Transport child of this height should be tall Canada recommend that all children...
Page 39 Protecting Children Check that the child's seat belt is Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely properly positioned and secured. while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: when a child can safely ride in the front, there are other important Supervise the child.
Page 40: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers Your car has three tether anchorage Attach the tether strap hook to the points on the rear shelf for securing tether anchorage point and tighten a tether-style child seat to the car. the strap according to the child seat maker's instructions.
Page 41: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To unlock the belt, push the red PRESS button on the buckle. Your seat belt system includes lap/ Guide the belt across your body to shoulder belts in all five seating the door pillar.
Page 42 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts All seat belts have an emergency The seat belts in all seating positions See page for instructions on how locking retractor. In normal driving, except the driver's have an additional to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly.
Page 43: Seat Belt Maintenance
U.S. Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts. Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use. Please see your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.
Page 44: Additional Information About Your Front Airbags
Additional Information About Your Front Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work SRS Components An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to Your Supplemental Restraint System a possible problem with the (SRS) includes: system (see page 45). Two front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of Emergency backup power in case the steering wheel;...
Page 45 Additional Information About Your Front Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat After a crash, you may see what belts help restrain your lower body looks like smoke. This is actually and torso. Your airbag provides a powder from the airbag's surface. cushion to help restrain and protect Although the powder is not harmful, your head and chest.
Page 46 If you see any of these indications, system is working properly. your front or side airbags may not deploy, or your passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system may not work properly. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 47: Additional Information About Your Side Airbags
Additional Information About Your Side Airbags On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX How Your Side Airbags Work To get the best protection from the model with leather interior side airbags, front seat occupants Your car is equipped with side should wear their seat belts and sit airbags for the driver and a front upright and well back in their seats.
Page 48 If this light comes on, you should have the passenger sit upright. Once Although Honda does not encourage the passenger is out of the children to ride in the front, to help deployment path of the side airbag,...
Page 49: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Do not expose the front seat-backs airbag by yourself. to water. If rain or spilled water This must be done by a Honda soaks into a seat-back, it can dealer or a knowledgeable body prevent the side airbag system shop.
Page 50: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon With the trunk lid open, air flow can monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car's problem with carbon monoxide Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous entering the car in normal driving if Breathing it can cause condition.
Page 51: Safety Labels
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. DASHBOARD U.S. models only RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 52: Instruments And Controls
Windshield Wipers...... Adjustments......the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of Windshield Washers....Driver's Lumbar Support.... your Honda. All the essential Hazard Warning......66 Rear Seat Access......controls are within easy reach. Rear Window Defogger....Head Restraints......
Page 53: Control Locations
Control Locations HEATING/COOLING MIRROR DIGITAL CLOCK CONTROLS (P.101) CONTROLS DOOR LOCK (P.110) (P.99) SWITCH CLIMATE CONTROL (P.76) SYSTEM (P.117) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE POWER WINDOW (P.161) SWITCHES TRUNK RELEASE AUDIO SYSTEM HOOD RELEASE (P.96) HANDLE HANDLE (P.125, 137) (P.81) (P. 162) Instruments and Controls...
Page 54: Indicator Lights
Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR indicators to give you important SYSTEM INDICATOR information about your car. IMMOBILIZER CRUISE CONTROL ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR SYSTEM INDICATOR* INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* MAINTENANCE REQUIRED SIDE AIRBAG INDICATOR...
Page 55 Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada Indicator BRAKE This indicator lights when you turn The engine can be severely damaged the ignition switch ON (II). It is a if this light flashes or stays on when Parking Brake and reminder to you and your passengers the engine is running.
Page 56 Indicator Lights Supplemental Restraint Immobilizer System U.S. Canada S R S System Indicator Indicator A B S This indicator lights when you turn This indicator comes on for a few Anti-lock Brake System the ignition switch ON (II). If it seconds when you turn the ignition (ABS) Indicator comes on at any other time, it...
Page 57 Indicator Lights Door and Brake Lamp Monitor Turn Signal and "Daytime Running D R L Hazard Warning Lights" Indicator Indicators Canadian models only The left or right turn signal light This indicator lights when you turn blinks when you signal a lane change the ignition switch to ON (II) with or turn.
Page 58 Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Washer Level Indicator This light comes on with the high Canadian models only beam headlights. See page This light comes on when the information on the headlight washer fluid level is low. Add washer controls. fluid when you see this light come on (see page 224).
Page 59 Gauges U.S. Model shown Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE speed in revolutions per minute GAUGE (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone. Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your car has been driven.
Page 60 Gauges Trip Meter Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge This meter shows the number of This shows the temperature of the This shows how much fuel you have. engine's coolant. During normal It is most accurate when the car is on miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) operation, the pointer should rise level ground.
Page 61 SELECT/RESET BUTTON maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Press and hold the select/reset button in the instrument panel,...
Page 62: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving HEADLIGHTS/ WINDSHIELD REAR WINDOW WIPERS/WASHERS DEFOGGER TURN SIGNALS features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.
Page 63 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams, pull the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it. The high beams will come reminder chime when you open the on and go off.
Page 64 Controls Near the Steering Wheel The lights will turn on again when Daytime Running Lights Automatic Lighting Off Feature you unlock or open the driver's door. (Canadian Models) On EX and EX-V6 models If you unlock the door, but do not With the headlight switch off, the The Automatic Lighting Off feature open it within 15 seconds, the lights...
Page 65 Controls Near the Steering Wheel To signal a lane change, push lightly Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals 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. TURN SIGNAL LEVER The knob on the instrument panel Signal a turn or lane change with this...
Page 66 Controls Near the Steering Wheel You can vary how often the wipers Windshield Wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch. If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay, the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).
Page 67 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Washers Hazard Warning To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on Push the red button to the left of the push the control lever down. The the wiper control lever. The washers clock to turn on the hazard warning wipers run at high speed until you spray until you release the lever.
Page 68 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Defogger The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side. LX, EX and LX-V6 models EX-V6 model The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the...
Page 69 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment 3. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position. See page for important safety information about how to properly 4. Make sure you have securely position the steering wheel. locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.
Page 70: Steering Wheel Controls
Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH RESUME/accel without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 71 Steering Wheel Controls The cruise control may not hold the You can decrease the set cruising Changing the Set Speed set speed when you are going up and speed in any of these ways: You can increase the set cruising down hills.
Page 72 Steering Wheel Controls Even with the cruise control turned When you push the CANCEL button, Cancelling the Cruise Control on, you can still use the accelerator or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the pedal to speed up for passing. After CRUISE CONTROL light on the completing the pass, take your foot instrument panel will go out and the...
Page 73 Keep the plate stored in a safe place. If you need to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. Your car comes with two master On EX-V6 model These buttons let you control some keys and a valet key.
Page 74: Keys And Locks
Keys and Locks These keys contain electronic Immobilizer System Remote Transmitter circuits that are activated by the Some models also come with two The Immobilizer System protects Immobilizer System. They will not remote transmitters; see page your car from theft. A properly- work to start the engine if the an explanation of their operation.
Page 75 Operation is subject to the following two recognize the coding of your key, conditions: (1) this device may not cause contact your Honda dealer. interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 76 Keys and Locks Ignition Switch LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSORY to Removing the key from the LOCK, you must push the key in ignition switch while driving slightly as you turn it.
Page 77 Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, START (III) — Use this position Power Door Locks you can operate the audio system only to start the engine. The switch and the accessory power socket. returns to ON (II) when you let go of MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH the key.
Page 78 Keys and Locks To lock the passenger's door when Lockout Prevention getting out of the car, push the lock If you forget and leave the key in the tab down and close the door. To lock ignition switch, Lockout Prevention the driver's door, remove the key will not allow you to lock the driver's from the ignition switch and push...
Page 79 Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter When you push the UNLOCK button You cannot lock or unlock the doors once, only the driver's door unlocks. with the remote transmitter if either The passenger's door unlocks when door is not fully closed or the key is LOCK BUTTON you push the button a second time.
Page 80 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 lights will flash, for about 30 seconds.
Page 81 Canada Standard RSS-210. transmitter. your Honda dealer. Any other Operation is subject to the following two transmitters you have will also need conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must Reinstall the upper half securely.
Page 82 Keys and Locks Trunk See page for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE MASTER KEY...
Page 83 Keys and Locks Glove Box MASTER KEY 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. GLOVE BOX To protect items in the trunk when Open the glove box by squeezing the you need to give the key to someone...
Page 84: Homelink Universal Transmitter
HomeLink Universal Transmitter HomeLink Universal Transmitter. If your garage door opener was On EX V-6 model The HomeLink Universal If you do not have this information, manufactured before April 1982, Transmitter built into your vehicle you should contact the you may not be able to program the can be programmed to operate manufacturer of the equipment.
Page 85 HomeLink Universal Transmitter Before you begin — If you just took transmitter to learn the code. Release and press the button on delivery of your vehicle and have the remote control every two not trained any of the buttons in the seconds until the transmitter has HomeLink transmitter before, you should erase any previously learned...
Page 86 HomeLink Universal Transmitter rolling code garage door 3. Press the Training button on the control and the garage door opener opener. Test this by pressing garage door opener unit until are needed before the HomeLink and holding the HomeLink the light next to the button transmitter can operate the garage transmitter button you just comes on, then release it.
Page 87 HomeLink Universal Transmitter 2. Press and hold the transmitter You should erase all three codes 4. Press and release the button on before selling the vehicle. button until the red light begins the HomeLink transmitter. (The to flash slowly (approximately same button you trained with As required by the FCC: the "Training the Transmitter"...
Page 88: Seat Adjustments
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 pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat cushion's front edge.
Page 89 Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Manual Height Driver's Seat Power Height Adjustment Adjustment On LX model On EX model The height of your driver's seat is The height of your driver's seat is adjustable. Turn the front dial on the power adjustable. Pull up on the outside of the seat cushion to raise switch to raise the seat.
Page 90 Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Power Adjustments On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX model with leather interior See pages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom.
Page 91 Seat Adjustments Driver's Lumbar Support Pull the center of the horizontal Adjust the seat-back angle by switch up to raise the seat. Push it On EX and EK-V6 models pushing the rear switch in the down to lower the seat. direction you want to move.
Page 92 Seat Adjustments Rear Seat Access Driver's Side Passenger's Side RELEASE LEVER RELEASE LEVER SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX On LX and EX models To get into the back seat on the model with leather interior To get into the back seat on the passenger's side, push forward on To get into the back seat on the...
Page 93 Seat Adjustments Head Restraints To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as See page for important safety it will go. Push the release button information and a warning about how to and pull the restraint out of the seat- RELEASE properly position the head restraints.
Page 94 Seat Adjustments Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the back seat.
Page 95 Seat Adjustments Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard.
Page 96: Seat Heaters
Seat Heaters Follow these precautions whenever The HI or LO indicator lights and SEAT HEATERS remains lit until you turn it off by you use the seat heaters: pushing the opposite side of the switch lightly. The indicator will turn Use the HI setting only to heat the off.
Page 97: Power Windows
Power Windows Your car's windows are electrically- MAIN SWITCH powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window. Closing a power window on someone's hands or fingers can Each door has a switch that controls cause serious injury.
Page 98 Power Windows The master control panel also con- The AUTO function only works to The MAIN switch controls power to tains these extra features: lower the driver's window. To raise the passenger's window. With this the window, you must pull back on switch off, the passenger's window AUTO —...
Page 99 Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the press and hold the center button moonroof for up to ten minutes after ). To close the moonroof, you turn off the ignition.
Page 100 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Adjust the outside mirrors with the 3. Push the appropriate edge of the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch on the driver's adjustment switch to move the you start driving.
Page 101: Mirrors, Parking Brake
Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Available on all Canadian models To apply the parking brake, pull the The outside mirrors are heated to re- lever up fully.
Page 102 Digital Clock, Sunglasses Holder Digital Clock 2. Press and hold the M button until Sunglasses Holder the numbers advance to the desired minutes. Push You can use R to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour.
Page 103 Sunglasses Holder, Beverage Holder Beverage Holder INNER LINER Push Be careful when you are using the Some larger styles of sunglasses To open the beverage holder, push may not fit in the holder. on the top. The beverage holder lid beverage holder.
Page 104: Console Compartment
Console Compartment LEVER LEVER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray On EX and EX-V6 models pull up on the lower lever and lift the located in the console compartment The console compartment has a lid.
Page 105 Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror Sun Visor Make sure you put the sun visor Vanity Mirror back in place when you are getting into or out of the car. Do not use the EXTENSION sun visor extension over the rear view mirror. SUN VISOR To use a vanity mirror on the back of To use the sun visor, pull it down.
Page 106 Coin Box, Center Pocket, Accessory Power Socket Coin Box Center Pocket Accessory Power Socket COIN BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET The coin box is located under the air On LX and LX-V6 models To use the accessory power socket, vent. To open the coin box, pull the The center pocket is located under pull out on the cover.
Page 107: Interior Lights
Interior Lights LX, LX-V6 Spotlights Ceiling Light The light goes out when both doors are closed. On EX and EX-V6 models The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page The light fades out after both doors are closed.
Page 108 Interior Lights Courtesy Lights IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT DOOR LIGHT The courtesy light in each door comes on when the door is opened, and goes out when the door is closed. Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light comes on when you open the driver's door.
Page 109: Comfort And Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Heating and Cooling...... Audio System (EX, EX-V6)... systems in your Honda provide a What Each Control Does..AM/FM/CD Audio System..comfortable driving environment in How to Use the System..... Operating the Radio....
Page 110: Heating And Cooling
Heating and Cooling On LX, LX-V6 and EX models TEMPERATURE Proper use of the Heating and FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS CONTROL DIAL Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility. What Each Control Does Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases...
Page 111 Heating and Cooling 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 112 Heating and Cooling Vent Controls CENTER VENT DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT The direction of air flow from the On the driver's-side vent, move the The vents in the corners of the vents in the center and each side of vent up-and-down and move the tab dashboard can be opened and closed the dashboard is adjustable.
Page 113 Heating and Cooling How to Use the System MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE This section covers how to set up the FAN CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air.
Page 114 Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE 1. Turn on the A / C by pressing the FAN CONTROL DIAL CONTROL DIAL button. The light above the button should come on when a fan speed is selected. 2.
Page 115 Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with Air To Defog and Defrost To warm the interior: To remove fog from the inside of the Conditioning windows: Air conditioning, as it cools, removes 1. Start the engine. moisture from the air. When used in 2.
Page 116 Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off the windshield and side windows to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, after the car has been sitting out in the windshield and the side window turn the fan speed and temperature...
Page 117: Climate Control System
Climate Control System On EX-V6 model CENTER VENTS DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT 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 118 Climate Control System PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 119 Climate Control System Fully-automatic Operation TEMPERATURE FULL AUTO FAN CONTROL DIAL Control in fully-automatic mode, CONTROL DIAL DISPLAY press the AUTO button and set the fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial. You will see FULL AUTO in the system's display.
Page 120 Climate Control System Semi-automatic Operation You can manually select various TEMPERATURE AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON functions of the Climate Control CONTROL DIAL system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain auto- matically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out.
Page 121 Climate Control System Fan Control Dial You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial. MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed.
Page 122 Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and de- froster vents at the base of the wind- shield. The main air flow comes from the floor vents. The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents.
Page 123 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. For faster defrosting, manually set the fan speed to high.
Page 124 Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor TEMPERATURE SENSOR SUNLIGHT 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 125: Audio System
Audio System AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For LX and LX-V6 models 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 126 Audio System SEEK — The SEEK function Operating the Radio You can use any of four methods to searches the band for a station with The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected a strong signal. To activate it, push ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the the SEEK switch up or down, then...
Page 127 Audio System SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong AM/FM SCAN BUTTON BUTTON 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 128 Audio System Preset — You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio AM/FM BUTTON 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: 1.
Page 129 Audio System Adjusting the Sound TREBLE/BALANCI Balance/Fader — These two BASS/FADER CONTROL CONTROL 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 130 Audio System Dolby B noise reduction turns on If the system reaches the end of the Audio System Lighting when you insert a cassette. If the tape while in fast forward or rewind, You can use the instrument panel tape was not recorded with Dolby B it automatically stops that function, brightness control knob to adjust the noise reduction, turn it off by...
Page 131 Audio System REPEAT — The Repeat function TAPE DIRECTION continuously replays the current EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT INDICATOR song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT RPT BUTTON displayed as a reminder. When the BUTTON BUTTON system reaches the end of the song...
Page 132 Audio System The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find TAPE DIRECTION EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT INDICATOR the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap RPT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 133 Audio System Operating the Optional CD RANDOM INDICATOR Player/Changer TAPE/CD BUTTON A Compact Disc changer is available AM/FM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR 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 134 Audio System To operate the CD changer or player, You can use the SKIP switch to REPEAT — When you activate the the ignition must be in ACCESSORY select tracks within a disc. If you Repeat feature by pressing the RPT (I) or ON (II) and the audio system push and release the SKIP switch, button, the system continuously...
Page 135 Audio System If the system is in Repeat mode, you must turn it off by pressing RPT AM/FM BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR before you can select Random Play. Then press the button again until TAPE/CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR you see RDM displayed. To take the system out of CD mode, press the A M / F M button or insert a cassette in the player.
Page 136 If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 137 Audio System AM/FM/CD Audio System For EX and EX-V6 models 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 anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the car's battery.
Page 138 Audio System Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE KNOB ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to FM BUTTON AM BUTTON operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob.
Page 139 Audio System You can use any of four methods to SCAN — The SCAN function To store a frequency: find radio stations on the selected samples all the stations with strong 1. Select the desired band, AM or band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN or the signals on the selected band.
Page 140 Audio System AUTO SELECT — If you are traveling far from home and can no A. SEL INDICATOR longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 141 Audio System If you do not like the stations Auto TUNE KNOB Select has stored, you can store other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.
Page 142 Audio System Adjusting the Sound TREBLE/BALANCE Balance/Fader — These two BASS/FADER CONTROL CONTROL 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 143 "FM101." 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-...
Page 144 Audio System As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.
Page 145 Audio System Operating the CD Player PWR/VOL KNOB FM BUTTON AM BUTTON You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT SKIP BUTTONS With the system on, insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.
Page 146 Audio System REPEAT — To activate the Repeat If you turn the system off while a CD You can use the SKIP buttons while feature, press and release the Repeat is playing, either with the PWR/VOL a disc is playing to select passages button.
Page 147 Audio System Operating the CD Changer To select a different disc, press the When you switch back to CD mode, (Optional) appropriate preset button (1 — 6). If the system selects the same unit (in- dash or changer) that was playing A Compact Disc changer is available you select an empty slot in the when you switched out of CD mode.
Page 148 Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Contamination Wipe across the disc from the center inner and outer edges.
Page 149 If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 150 If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 151 Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) FM BUTTON CD/TAPE CHG BUTTON The cassette system features Dolby REW BUTTON TAPE AM BUTTON B* noise reduction, automatic DIRECTION FF BUTTON sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO INDICATOR tape, and autoreverse for continuous play. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way...
Page 152 Audio System The tape direction indicator will light If you turn the system off while a Tape Search Functions to show you which side of the tape is playing, either with the PWR/ With a cassette playing, you can use cassette is playing.
Page 153 Audio System SKIP — The skip function allows REPEAT — The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions you to find the begining of a song or continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find passage. To skip to the beginning of song or passage.
Page 154 Never try to insert a warped or ejects, take the vehicle to your available. damaged cassette in the player. Honda dealer. If you do not clean the cassette When they are not in use, store If a problem develops in the connec-...
Page 155 Audio System Remote Audio Controls The top and bottom buttons adjust If you are playing a cassette, use the the volume up or down AUDIO/CH button to advance to the AUDIO/CH next selection. You will see "FF" Press the proper button and hold it BUTTON blinking in the display when you until the desired volume is reached,...
Page 156 Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system's serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 157: Security System
Security System Standard on EX and EX-V6 models With the system set, you can still Optional on LX and LX-V6 models open the trunk with the master key The security system helps to protect or the remote transmitter (if the your car and valuables from theft.
Page 158: Before Driving
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....know how to properly store luggage Opening the Hood.....
Page 159 Break-in Period Gasoline an octane-enhancing additive called Help assure your car's future Your Honda is designed to operate M M T . If you use such gasolines, reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump your emission control system extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
Page 160 Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as Gasoline is highly flammable pressure inside the tank escapes. Place the cap in the holder on the and explosive. You can be fuel fill door.
Page 161 Service Station Procedures 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks several HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 293).
Page 162 Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without To close the hood, lift it up slightly to lifting the hood latch handle, or the remove the support rod from the SUPPORT ROD hood latch handle moves stiffly or hole.
Page 163 Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK DIPSTICK 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Check the engine oil level every time 6-cylinder models Lift the hood up most of the way. you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it before you check the oil.
Page 164 Service Station Procedures 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. cloth or paper towel. CONTINUED Before Driving...
Page 165 MAX and M I N lines. If on checking other items in your marks. Honda. it is below the M I N line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page If it is near or below the lower mark, information on adding the proper coolant.
Page 166: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your Driving Habits A cold engine uses more fuel than a driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 167: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories or killed. with proper car operation or Your dealer has Genuine Honda performance. accessories that allow you to Follow all instructions in this personalize your car. These...
Page 168 Covering the outside edge of a overall diameter. front seat-back, with a non-Honda seat cover for example, could Such modifications can adversely Additional Safety Precaution prevent the airbag from inflating...
Page 169: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 170 Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your car is Compartment 850 1bs (395kg). Overloading or improper Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt This figure includes the total weight stability and cause a crash in someone during a crash.
Page 171 If you can carry any items on a roof rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight. Please contact your Honda dealer for further information. Before Driving...
Page 172: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine......conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather 5-speed manual and automatic at High Altitude ..... transmissions. It also includes 5-speed Manual Transmission..
Page 173: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat 10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II). and adjustments every day before (see page 87). Check the indicator lights in the you drive your car. instrument panel.
Page 174: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 4. Without touching the accelerator 6. If the engine still does not start, pedal, turn the ignition key to the press the accelerator pedal all the 2. In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
Page 175 Starting the Engine Starting in Cold Weather at High 1. Turn off all electrical accessories 3. If the engine fails to start in step 2, Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/ to reduce the drain on the battery. push the accelerator pedal to the 2,400 meters) floor and hold it there while you An engine is harder to start in cold...
Page 176: Speed Manual Transmission
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. If you crash, down the clutch pedal, and pause for you can be injured.
Page 177 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Recommended Shift Points Your Honda's transmission has four If you exceed the maximum speed Drive in the highest gear that lets forward speeds, and is electronically for the gear you are in, the engine the engine run and accelerate controlled for smoother shifting.
Page 178: Automatic Transmission
(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. RELEASE BUTTON This indicator between the fuel The shift lever has seven positions.
Page 179 Automatic Transmission Park (P) — This position mechani- cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal.
Page 180 Automatic Transmission Neutral (N) — Use Neutral if you Drive (D ) — This position is similar Second (2) — To shift to Second, need to restart a stalled engine, or if to D , except only the first three press the release button on the side it is necessary to stop briefly with gears are selected.
Page 181 Automatic Transmission First (1) — To shift from Second to Engine Speed Limiter Shift Lock Release First, press the release button on the If you exceed the maximum speed This allows you to move the shift side of the shift lever. With the lever for the gear you are in, the engine lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake...
Page 182 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. 3. Put a cloth on the edge of the Shift 5. Push down on the key while you...
Page 183 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 moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put windows are closed.
Page 184: The Braking System
The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with front Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all models wheels may be disc or drum, up heat and reduces their effective- have audible brake wear indicators.
Page 185 The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the The hydraulic system that operates brake pedal, this defeats the The EX, LX-V6 and EX-V6 models the brakes has two separate circuits. purpose of the ABS. Let the ABS have an Anti-lock Brake System Each circuit works diagonally across work for you by always keeping firm,...
Page 186 The Braking System Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a ABS Indicator ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or ABS INDICATOR* distance it takes to stop the car, it uneven surfaces, such as gravel or snow, than a vehicle without anti- only helps with steering control lock.
Page 187: Driving In Bad Weather
Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive Exercise extra caution when driving slower than you would in dry in rain after a long dry spell. After weather. It takes your car longer to months of dry weather, the first rains bring oil to the surface of the react, even in conditions that may roadway, making it slippery.
Page 188 Driving in Bad Weather Visibility — Being able to see Traction — Check your tires clearly in all directions and being frequently for wear and proper visible to other drivers are important pressure. Both are important in in all weather conditions. This is preventing "hydroplaning"...
Page 189: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your Honda has been designed Tongue Load: The weight that Gross Vehicle Weight Rating primarily to carry passengers and the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer (GVWR): their cargo. You can use it to tow a puts on the hitch should be...
Page 190 Towing a Trailer Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads (GAWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle and trailer weights are within limits The total weight of the vehicle, all Exceeding load limits or occupants, all cargo, and the improperly loading your vehicle is to have them checked at a public tongue load must not exceed: and trailer can cause a crash in...
Page 191 Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Hitches Safety Chain Any hitch used on your vehicle must Always use a safety chain. Make Accessories be properly bolted to the underbody. sure that it is secured to both the Towing can require a variety of equipment, depending on the size of trailer and hitch, and that it crosses your trailer, how it will be used, and...
Page 192 Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Honda recommends that any trailer GROUND LEFT TURN SIGNAL having a total weight of 1,000 Ibs BACK-UP LIGHT (BLACK) (GREEN/BLUE) (GREEN/BLACK) (450 kg) or more be equipped with its own electric or surge-type brakes.
Page 193 Towing a Trailer Additional Trailer equipment Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Many states and provinces require properly inflated (see page 247), When preparing to tow, and before special outside mirrors when towing and the trailer tires and spare are driving away, be sure to check the a trailer.
Page 194 Towing a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Driving Safely With a Trailer Making Turns and Braking use the foot brake or parking brake. Make turns more slowly and wider The added weight, length, and Do not try to hold the vehicle in height of a trailer will affect your than normal.
Page 195 Towing a Trailer Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting Parking Crosswinds and air turbulence Follow all normal precautions when caused by passing trucks can disrupt parking, including firmly setting the your steering and cause trailer parking brake and putting the swaying. When being passed by a transmission in Park (automatic) or large vehicle, keep a constant speed in 1 st or Reverse (manual).
Page 196: Maintenance
If you have the skills and tools to per- Automatic Inspection........form more complex maintenance Transmission......Maintenance....... tasks on your Honda, you may want 5-speed Manual Tire Rotation......to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission......Replacing Tires and Wheels..page for information on how to Wheels and Tires.......
Page 197: 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 198 Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the tools and skills required. make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is set. Also, be sure the engine To reduce the possibility of fire or is off.
Page 199: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies Which Schedule to Follow: The services and time or distance how often you should have your car Service your car according to the intervals shown in the maintenance serviced and what things need schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 200 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 201 U.S. Owners Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule. Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 202 Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C 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 203 U.S. Owners Follow the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip. Driving in extremely hot [over 90°...
Page 204 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 as required for each distance/time. Severe Conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 205 1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. 2 : Refer to page for replacement information under special driving conditions. 3 : Refer to page for replacement information under special driving conditions. # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 2 0 1 NOTE:...
Page 206 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 204). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 207 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
Page 208: Owner Maintenance Checks
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 164.
Page 209: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations 4-cylinder Models BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK FILL CAP (Orange loop) (Black cap) WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (Blue cap) FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE POWER STEERING COOLANT FLUID (Red cap)
Page 210 Fluid Locations 6-cylinder Models ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) (Black cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...
Page 211: Engine Oil
To add oil, unscrew and remove the A fuel-efficient oil is recommended engine oil fill cap on top of the valve for your Honda. This is shown on the cover. Pour in the oil, and install the API Service label by the words engine oil fill cap.
Page 212 An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in your Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if API SERVICE LABEL the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F ( — 7°C).
Page 213 The car should Additives 4-cylinder models Your Honda does not need any oil be raised on a service station-type additives. Purchasing additives for hydraulic lift for this service. Unless 2. Open the hood and remove the...
Page 214 3. Remove the oil filter and let the 4. Install a new oil filter according to remaining oil drain. A special instructions that come with it. wrench (available from your Honda dealer) is required to remove the filter. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 215 Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. NOTICE then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be five seconds.
Page 216: Cooling System
50 percent water. Never add straight recommended for aluminum engines. are cool. antifreeze or plain water. However, 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 CONTINUED...
Page 217 Cooling System RADIATORCAP 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models RESERVETANK 6-Cylinder models RADIATORCAP 2. Turn the radiator cap counter- 4. The coolant level should be up to 6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. clockwise, without pressing down the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX on it, until it stops.
Page 218 Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car. Unless you have the tools and knowledge,...
Page 219 Cooling System DRAIN PLUG DRAIN BOLT DRAIN PLUG 6-cyliner models 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models DRAIN BOLT 3. 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Loosen the drain plug on the Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator. The bottom of the radiator. The coolant will drain through the coolant will drain through the splash guard.
Page 220 Cooling System RESERVE TANK GROUND CABLE RESERVE TANK CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK CAP 4-cylinder models HOLDER HOLDER CRUISE CONTROL CABLE 6-cylinder models 4. Remove the reserve tank from its 6-cylinder models holder by pulling it straight up. When removing the reserve tank, Drain the coolant, then put the first remove the cruise control cable tank back in its holder.
Page 221 Cooling System 5. When the coolant stops draining, 7. Mix the recommended antifreeze tighten the drain plug at the with an equal amount of purified bottom of the radiator. or distilled water in a clean container. The cooling system capacity is: 6.
Page 222 Cooling System 13.Start the engine and let it run until FILLER NECK FILLER NECK the radiator cooling fan comes on at least twice. Then stop the engine. 14.Remove the radiator cap. Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck and into the reserve tank up to the MAX mark.
Page 223: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LEVEL GAUGE LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal usage. In bad weather, when you use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for fuel. 4-cylinder models The windshield washer reservoir is located behind the driver's side headlight.
Page 224: Transmission Fluid
Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 6 cylinder models 4-cylinder models DIPSTICK DIPSTICK 4-cylinder models Check the fluid level with the engine 1. Park the car on level ground. Shut 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into at normal operating temperature.
Page 225 Have If you are not sure how to add fluid, the transmission drained and contact your Honda dealer. refilled with Honda ATF as soon as it is convenient. 6-cylinder models 4. Remove the dipstick and check 4-cylinder cars —...
Page 226 Transmission Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG, SH or SJ Correct level grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 as a temporary replacement. An SG...
Page 227: Brake And Clutch Fluid
They are: fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, Brake fluid reservoir (all models) the use of any non-Honda brake fluid Clutch fluid reservoir can cause corrosion and decrease (manual transmission only) the life of the system. Have the...
Page 228 Brake and Clutch Fluid Clutch System Low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system. Have this system M A X inspected as soon as possible. 6-cylinder models M I N The fluid should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
Page 229: Power Steering
LOWER LEVEL. If it is below the cold weather. Have the power LOWER LEVEL, add power steering steering system flushed and refilled fluid to the UPPER LEVEL. with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 230: Air Cleaner Element
If you do not have access to compressed air (such as a service station), ask your Honda dealer to do this service. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation.
Page 231 Air Cleaner Element Replacement BOLTS 6-cylinder Models The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To replace it: AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 1. Loosen the four bolts and remove 4. Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing.
Page 232 Follow the time and distance 3. Remove the spark plug with recommendations in the a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark Maintenance Schedule. If you are plug socket. not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 233 Spark Plugs (4-cylinder Models) NOTICE Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head. 6. Install the spark plug cap. 7.
Page 234 Spark Plugs (6-cylinder Models) The spark plugs in your car should Replacement be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. HOLDING CLIP 1. Loosen the two holding clips by 2. Clean up any dirt and oil that have turning the heads one-quarter turn collected around the ignition coils.
Page 235 Spark Plugs (6-cylinder Models) 4. Use a wrench to remove the 5. Remove the spark plug with 7. Torque the spark plug. (If you do hexagon socket head cap bolt a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark not have a torque wrench, tighten holding the ignition coil.
Page 236 Spark Plugs (6-cylinder Models) 9. Push the wire connector onto the Specifications: NOTICE ignition coil. Make sure it locks in place. NGK: PZFR5F-11 Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A PKJ16CR-L11 spark plug that is too loose can DENSO: 10.Repeat this procedure for the overheat and damage the engine.
Page 237 Battery Check the condition of your car's TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW battery monthly. You should check the color of the test indicator window, and for corrosion on the terminals. 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Check the battery condition by Check the battery terminals for looking at the test indicator window corrosion (a white or yellowish...
Page 238 Battery The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation. A spark or flame can cause the battery to explode with enough force to kill or seriously hurt you. Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models mechanic do the battery...
Page 239 Battery On EX and EX-V6 models NOTICE If your car's battery is disconnected or goes dead, the audio system will Charging the battery with the cables disable itself. The next time you turn connected can seriously damage your on the radio you will see "Code" in car's electronic controls.
Page 240: Wiper Blades
Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS 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 they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 241 Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 242: Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning System Your car's air conditioning is a sealed If the air conditioning does not get as AIR CONDITIONING system. Any major maintenance, cold as before, have your dealer CONDENSER such as recharging, should be done check the system. Recharge the by a qualified mechanic.
Page 243 (two on 4-cylinder models, one heating and cooling system/climate midway between the pulleys. on 6-cylinder models). Examine the control system becomes less than edges of each belt for cracks or usual. Have the air conditioning filter fraying. replaced by your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 244 Drive Belts, Timing Belt Timing Belt The belts should have the following "play" or deflection. The timing belt and balancer belt (4- cylinder models only) should normally be replaced at the intervals 4-cylinder models shown in the maintenance schedule. Alternator belt: 0.28 —...
Page 245 Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when must be the proper type and size, in they are cold. This means the car Keeping the tires properly inflated good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of has been parked for at least three and correctly inflated.
Page 246 Tires Inspection Recommended Tire Pressures for Every time you check inflation, you Normal Driving should also examine the tires for The following chart shows the damage, foreign objects, and wear. recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions and speeds.
Page 247 Improper wheel weights can damage is worn unevenly, have your dealer your car's aluminum wheels. Use only check the wheel alignment. Genuine Honda wheel weights for balancing. The tires were properly balanced by the factory. They may need to be rebalanced at some time before they are worn out.
Page 248 Tires Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement tires, you may find that some tires Installing improper tires on your Front Front are "directional." This means they car can affect handling and are designed to rotate only in one stability. This can cause a crash direction.
Page 249 For the best performance in snowy that came on your car. Replacement or icy conditions, you should install P195/65R15 89H wheels are available at your Honda (LX-V6) snow tires or tire chains. They may dealer. be required by local laws under P205/65R 15 92V certain conditions.
Page 250 All Models If you mount snow tires on your Mount traction devices (Link-type or When installing traction devices, Honda, make sure they are radial cable-type) only when required by follow the manufacturer's tires of the same size and load range driving conditions or local laws.
Page 251 Lights Check the operation of your car's HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM 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 252 Lights Check the following: TURN SIGNAL/TAILLIGHT HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT 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 253 Lights Headlight Aiming VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE The headlights were properly aimed when your car was new. You should check their aim if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or pull a trailer. Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjustment indicators.
Page 254 6. If either indicator is not aligned 7. If you cannot get the indicator to with its mark as described, an align, have your Honda dealer Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot adjustment can be made using a inspect the car for body damage or when lit.
Page 255 Lights 5. Push the electrical connector back AIR INTAKE BULB onto the bulb. Make sure it is on DUCT all the way. 6. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. 7. 4-cylinder models (Passenger's side) Reinstall the radiator reserve tank and the air intake duct.
Page 256 Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal and 5. Remove the burned out bulb from Side Marker Light Bulbs the socket by pushing it in and turning counterclockwise until it HOLDING CLIP unlocks. 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7.
Page 257 Lights 3. Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Parking Light Bulb socket. POWER STEERING FLUID TANK Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 4. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 258 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. Remove the socket by turning it (in Fenders) one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks.
Page 259 Lights 9. Put the fastener in the hole on the Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk side of the trunk lining and push Lid) on the center until it locks (the center is flush with the head). SCREW 1. Open the trunk. 3.
Page 260 Lights 4. Remove the socket by turning it Replacing a Rear Side Marker one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Light Bulb 5. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly.
Page 261 Lights 5. Insert the socket in the assembly. Replacing a High-mount Brake 3. Install the new bulb and reinstall Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Light Bulb the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working. 6. Reinstall the side marker assem- bly in the bumper.
Page 262 Lights Replacing a Rear License Bulb 4. Turn on the parking lights and check that the new bulb is working. 5. Put the license light assembly in place. Tighten the two screws securely. 1. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to 2. Remove the socket from the light loosen the two screws holding the assembly by turning it one-quarter license plate light assembly to the...
Page 263 Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior CEILING LIGHT DOOR LIGHT Courtesy Lights The ceiling light, door light and vanity mirror light come apart the same way. They do not all use the same bulb. 1. Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a fingernail file or a small flat-tip screwdriver.
Page 264 Lights Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb VANITY MIRROR LIGHT SPOTLIGHT TRUNK LIGHT LENS Spotlights: 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it Pry on the front edge in front of straight out of its metal tabs. 1. Open the trunk. Pull down the both spotlights.
Page 265: Storing Your Car
If you store your car for 12 months (see page 214). Support the front wiper blade or longer, have your Honda dealer arms with a folded towel or rag so perform the inspections called for in Wash and dry the exterior they do not touch the windshield.
Page 266: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care........your Honda helps to keep it "new" Washing........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing........on how to clean your car and Aluminum Wheels..... preserve its appearance: the paint, Paint Touch-up......
Page 267: Exterior Care
Exterior Care Washing Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a Frequent washing helps preserve chamois or soft towel. Letting it your car's beauty. Dirt and grit can scratch the paint, while tree sap and Fill a bucket with cool water.
Page 268 Exterior Care Waxing Paint Touch-up should use a polish on your Honda if Always wash and dry the whole car Your dealer has touch-up paint to the finish does not have its original before waxing it. You should wax match your car's color. The color shine after using a wax.
Page 269: Interior Care
Interior Care Carpeting Fabric Leather Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Vacuum dirt and dust out of the On some models remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make Vacuum dirt and dust from the material frequently. For general the carpet wear out faster. cleaning, use a solution of mild soap leather frequently.
Page 270 Interior Care Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat NOTICE belt anchors can cause the belts to LOOP retract slowly. Wipe the insides of The rear window defogger and the loops with a clean cloth antenna wires are bonded to the inside dampened in mild soap and warm of the glass.
Page 271: Corrosion Protection
Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your car: are built into your Honda. You can the underside of your car. This is help keep your car from corroding especially important in areas that by performing some simple periodic use road salt in winter.
Page 272: Body Repairs
If your car insurance company, tell them you needs repairs after a collision, pay want Genuine Honda parts used in close attention to the parts used in the repair. Although most insurers the repair and the quality of the recognize the quality of original work.
Page 273: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire....... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won't Start... gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates to do to correct it.
Page 274: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: LOCATION spare tire as a temporary replace- MARK ment only. Get your regular tire Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) repaired or replaced and put back on under any circumstances.
Page 275: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, TRUNK FLOOR TOOL KIT stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 276: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS JACK WHEEL WRENCH JACKING POINT 7. Turn the jack's end bracket 8. Loosen the four wheel nuts (4- 9. Find the jacking point nearest the counterclockwise to loosen it, then cylinder) or five (V-6) 1/2 turn wheel you are removing.
Page 277 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL COVER WHEEL WRENCH WHEEL NUTS 10.Use the extension and wheel 11.Remove the wheel nuts and flat On LX and LX-V6 models wrench as shown to raise the tire. Temporarily place the flat tire Do not attempt to forcibly pry the vehicle until the flat tire is off the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or on the ground with the outside...
Page 278 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB 12.Before mounting the spare tire, 13.Put on the spare tire. Put the 14.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 279 Changing a Flat Tire 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models CENTER CAP 16. On EX and EX-V6 models 15.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Remove the center cap before the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at storing the flat tire in the trunk the nearest automotive service well.
Page 280 Changing a Flat Tire 20.Store the jack in its holder. Turn WING BOLT SPACER the jack's end bracket to lock it in CONE place. Replace the cover. Store the Loose items can fly around the tools. interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Page 281: If Your Engine Won't Start
If Your Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why your engine won't Check the transmission interlock. Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending If you have a manual transmission, Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to the clutch pedal must be pushed key to START (III):...
Page 282 If Your Engine Won't Start Turn the ignition switch to START If you find nothing wrong, you will The Starter Operates Normally (III). If the headlights do not dim, need a qualified technician to find In this case, the starter motor's check the condition of the fuses.
Page 283: Jump Starting
NOTICE You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing /f a battery sits in extreme cold, the or pulling it. electrolyte inside can freeze.
Page 284 Connect the other the booster battery. Connect the end to the positive ( + ) terminal other end to the grounding strap on your Honda's battery. as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
Page 285 Jump Starting 5. If the booster battery is in another 7. Once your car is running, discon- vehicle, have an assistant start nect the negative cable from your that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from 6.
Page 286: If Your Engine Overheats
If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car's tempera- 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. Your car can overheat for several ture gauge should stay in the mid- Put the transmission in Neutral or reasons, such as lack of coolant or a range under most conditions.
Page 287 If Your Engine Overheats 3. If you do not see steam or spray, 5. Wait until you see no more signs 8. If there was no coolant in the leave the engine running and of steam or spray, then open the reserve tank, you may also have to watch the temperature gauge.
Page 288 If Your Engine Overheats 9. Using gloves or a large heavy 10.Start the engine and set the 11. Put the radiator cap back on cloth, turn the radiator cap temperature control dial to tightly. Run the engine and watch counterclockwise, without pushing maximum (climate control to the temperature gauge.
Page 289: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator 4. Start the engine and watch the oil NOTICE LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, Running the engine with low oil turn off the engine. There is a pressure can cause serious mechanical mechanical problem that needs to damage almost immediately.
Page 290: Charging System Indicator
Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the accessories: radio, heater, A/C, electrical load as possible, you can drive several miles (kilometers) climate control, rear defogger, cruise before the battery is too discharged control, etc. Try not to use other electrically-operated controls such as to keep the engine running.
Page 291: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your NOTICE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP car, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap malfunction indicator lamp on, you can and tighten it until it clicks several damage your car's emissions controls times.
Page 292: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator If it comes on at any other time, it Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* 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 293: Closing The Moonroof
Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close SOCKET ROUND PLUG the moonroof, do the following: 1. Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page 296). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 294 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes. COVER The interior fuse boxes are located The under-hood fuse box is located on each side of the dashboard.
Page 295 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE 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 and 300, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 296 Fuses If you cannot drive the car without NOTICE BLOWN fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the Replacing a fuse with one that has a same rating or a lower rating from higher rating greatly increases the one of the other circuits.
Page 297 Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver's Side Passenger's Side Front Front : On Canadian models 1 : EX, EX-V6 2 : LX-V6, EX, EX-V6 3 : Canadian models 4 : U.S. models except LX CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 298 Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 1: EX-V6 in Canada 2 : EX, EX-V6 Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 299: Emergency Towing
There are three popular types of wheels off the ground. professional towing equipment. If your Honda cannot be transported With the front wheels on the ground, Flat-bed Equipment — The operator by flat-bed, it should be towed by it is best to tow the car no farther loads your car on the back of a truck.
Page 300 Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your car with all NOTICE four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly-designed and Trying to lift or tow your car by the attached tow bar. Prepare the car for bumpers will cause serious damage.
Page 301: Technical Information
The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers....Emissions Controls......you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications The Clean Air Act...... your Honda, and the locations of the (4-cylinder Models)....Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. The expla- System........Specifications nations of several electronic and (6-cylinder Models)....
Page 302: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 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 303 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. MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER 6-cylinder Models ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 304 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 , 0.13 Imp gal) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Technical Information...
Page 305 Specifications (4-cylinder Models) page 234. page page Technical Information...
Page 306 Specifications (6-cylinder Models) 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 ,0.13 Imp gal) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. Technical Information...
Page 307 Specifications (6-cylinder Models) page 237. page 1 : EX-V6 page 2 : LX-V6 Technical Information...
Page 308 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to A l l tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 309 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Temperature 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- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tire's resistance to the generation of tion, or excessive loading either heat and its ability to dissipate heat...
Page 310: Oxygenated Fuels
Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are If you notice any undesirable Gasoline containing ethanol may be being blended with alcohol or an operating symptoms, try another marketed under the name "Gasohol." ether compound. These gasolines service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as brand of gasoline.
Page 311: Driving In Foreign Countries
Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 312: Emissions Controls
* In Canada, Honda vehicles comply smog creation, but it is a poisonous and burned during driving. with the Canadian Motor Vehicle gas.
Page 313 HC, CO and NOx produced. systems work together to control the remain low, you should use only new engine's combustion and minimize Genuine Honda replacement parts or Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that their equivalent for repairs. Using System comes out the tailpipe.
Page 314: 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 THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
Page 315: Warranty And Customer Relations
Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information......... U.S. Zone Office Map....Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)......Authorized Manuals...... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 316 Customer Relations Information When you call or write, please give Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership's us this information: be able to answer all your questions. management, contact your Honda If you encounter a problem that your Customer Relations Zone Office.
Page 317: Warranty Coverages
Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners Replacement Battery Limited Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty — provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 318 NHTSA, U.S. Department of order a recall and remedy campaign. Administration (NHTSA) in addition Transportation, Washington, However, NHTSA cannot become to notifying American Honda Motor D.C. 20590. You can also obtain involved in individual problems Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 319: Index
Index Additional Information About Air Conditioning Filter....Your Front Airbags....Air Conditioning System..110, How Your Front Airbags Maintenance....... Accessories and Modifications..Accessories......... Work......... Usage......... 113, Additional Safety Precaution..How Your SRS Indicator Light Air Outlets (Vents)....112, Modifications......Works........Air Pressure, Tires......ACCESSORY (Ignition Key SRS Components......
Page 320 Index Brights, Headlights......Operation......130, Bulb Replacement CAUTION, Explanation of....Battery Back-up Lights......CD Changer......133, Charging System Brake Lights ...... 259, CD Player.......133, Indicator......54, Ceiling Light....... Ceiling Light........Jump Starting......Courtesy Light......Center Pocket........ Maintenance....... Front Parking Lights....Certification Label......Chains..........
Page 321 Index Checklist, Before Driving..... Proper Solution......Directional Signals..... Child Safety........Replacing........Disabled, Towing Your Cleaner Element, Air..... Temperature Gauge....Car If........... Cleaning Corrosion Protection....Disc Brake Wear Indicators..Aluminum Wheels..... Courtesy Lights......Disposal of Used Oil...... Carpeting........Crankcase Emissions Control Doors Exterior........
Page 322 Index Emergencies on the Road Exterior, Cleaning the....Windshield Washer....Brake System Indicator.... FM Stereo Radio Reception......126, Changing a Flat Tire....Charging System Indicator..Folding Rear Seat......Checking the Fuses....Fabric, Cleaning......Foreign Countries, Driving in..Low Oil Pressure Indicator..Fan, Interior......110, Four-way Flashers......
Page 323 Index Gas Station Procedures....Heating and Cooling...... Inside Mirror........Gauges High Altitude, Starting at....Inspection,Tire......Engine Coolant Temperature ..High-Low Beam Switch ....Instrument Panel......3, Fuel..........HomeLink Universal Instrument Panel Brightness..Gearshift Lever Positions Transmitter........Interior Cleaning......Automatic Transmission... Hood Latch........Interior Lights........
Page 324 Index Lights Required Indicator....... Bulb Replacement..... Safety........... Change, How to ......Indicator........Schedule......202-206 Change, When to....... Parking.......... Malfunction Indicator Lamp. 55, Checking Engine....... Manual Transmission....Pressure Indicator....54, Turn Signal........Manual Transmission Fluid ..Selecting Proper Viscosity Load Limit........Chart........
Page 325 Index Polishing and Waxing....Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... Rotation, Tire......... Power Rear Seat Access ......Door Locks........Rear Seat, Folding......Mirrors.......... Rear View Mirror......Seats..........Rear Window Defogger....Safety Belts........8, Steering........Safety Defects, Reporting* ..Reclining the Seat Backs..87, Windows........
Page 326 Index Seat Belts Sound System......125, Stereo Sound System... 125, Tether Attachment Points..Spare Tire Storing Your Car......Use During Pregnancy....Inflating........Sunglasses Holder......Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt..Specifications..... 307, Sun Visor......... Seats, Adjusting the......Spark Plugs, Replacing..233, Supplemental Restraint Seat Heaters........
Page 327 Index Transmission Theft Protection......Three Way Catalytic Converter... Checking Fluid Level, Time, Setting the......Automatic....... Vanity Mirror......... Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Capacity Load ....Timing Belt........Tire Chains........Manual........Vehicle Dimensions ....306, Vehicle Identification Number..Tire, How to Change a Flat..Fluid Selection ....
Page 328 Index Washer, Windshield Operation........Washing.......... Waxing and Polishing....Wheels Adjusting the Steering....Alignment and Balance..... Compact Spare......Wrench........Windows Cleaning........Operating the Power....Rear, Defogger......Windshield Cleaning........Defroster......115, Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades......Operation........Worn Tires........Wrecker, Emergency Towing..: U.S. and Canada only...
Page 329: Service Information Summary
EX-V6 viscosity (see page 212). Front/Rear: Power Steering Fluid: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm Oil change capacity (including Genuine Honda Power Steering filter): Fluid preferred, or another brand Spare Tire: LX, EX of power steering fluid as a 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm...

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