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2004 Civic 3-Door 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.
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................
A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................
Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ................................................................................................
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ..............................................................................................................................................
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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  • Page 1 2004 Civic 3-Door Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
  • Page 2 The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
  • Page 3 This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.

  • Page 4: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Table of Contents A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle.
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51) AIRBAGS (P. 11, 23) GAUGES (P. 57) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 67) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 76) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 112) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 90) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P. 60) (P. 62) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 61) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 62) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P. 105) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 79) HORN CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS TILT ADJUSTMENT (P.
  • Page 7 Table of Contents...

  • Page 8: Position

    Table of Contents Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Safety Precautions ..The Passenger’s Front Airbag information about how to protect Additional Information About Your Poses Serious Risks ....yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belts .........

  • Page 9: Important Safety Precautions

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed 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 10 Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
  • Page 11 Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out...
  • Page 12 Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Airbags to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, or minor frontal or side collisions.

  • Page 13: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The rest of this section gives more Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats detailed information about how you After everyone has entered the can maximize your safety. vehicle, be sure the doors are closed and locked.
  • Page 14 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Once your seat is adjusted correctly, Administration and Transport rock it back and forth to make sure Canada recommend that drivers the seat is locked in position. Sitting too close to a front allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) airbag can result in serious...
  • Page 15 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Reclining a seat-back so that the Adjust the Seat-Backs shoulder part of the belt no longer rests against the occupant’s chest Reclining the seat-back too far reduces the protective capability of can result in serious injury or the belt.
  • Page 16 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
  • Page 17 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens RELEASE BUTTON Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. This spreads the forces of a crash Position the lap part of the belt as over the strongest bones in your low as possible across your hips,...
  • Page 18 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Sitting improperly can increase the Never place the shoulder portion of a Maintain a Proper Sitting Position chance of injury during a crash. For lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause After all occupants have adjusted example, if an occupant slouches,...
  • Page 19 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of When driving, remember to sit Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the...
  • Page 20 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects On models with side airbags, do Two people should never use the between yourself and a front not attach hard objects on or near If they do, they Carrying hard or sharp If a side airbag...
  • Page 21 Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts All seat belts have an emergency Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, shoulder belts in all five seating the retractor lets you move freely in your shoulder, across your chest,...
  • Page 22 Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To deactivate the locking The tensioners are designed to Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners mechanism, unlatch the buckle and activate primarily in frontal collisions, let the seat belt fully retract. To and they should activate in any refasten the seat belt, pull it out only collision severe enough to cause...
  • Page 23 For information on how to clean your Honda provides a lifetime warranty seat belts, see page on seat belts for U.S. models. See your Honda Warranty Information...
  • Page 24 Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags In models with side airbags, Airbag System Components In models with side airbags, Your Airbag System includes: sensors that can detect whether a indicator on the dashboard that child is in the passenger’s side alerts you that the passenger’s Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint airbag path and automatically turn...
  • Page 25 Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt How Your Front Airbags Work restrains your lower body and torso, and the airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
  • Page 26 Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags The total time for inflation and Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags deflation is one-tenth of a second, so Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- fast that most occupants are not airbags.

  • Page 27: How Your Side Airbags

    Although Honda does not encourage There will be some delay between children to ride in front, this system the moment the passenger moves...
  • Page 28 Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works How the Side Airbag Off The SRS indicator alerts you to a Indicator Works potential problem with your Ignoring the SRS indicator can In models with side airbags airbags or seat belt result in serious injury or death This indicator alerts you...
  • Page 29 Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an problem.

  • Page 30: Protecting Children

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.

  • Page 31: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in the The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Back Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to...
  • Page 32 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s Canadian Models front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
  • Page 33 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put children can be properly restrained. an infant or small child in the front If you ever have to carry a group of passenger seat so they can watch the...
  • Page 34 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Leaving children without Never hold an infant or child on vehicle. transmitters out of reach of If you are not wearing a adult supervision is illegal in most Even very young...

  • Page 35: Protecting Infants And Small Children

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement A rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position in the back Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in seat, but not in the front.
  • Page 36 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children If it is necessary to put a forward- Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement We strongly recommend placing a facing child seat in the front, move forward-facing child seat in a back the vehicle seat as far to the rear as seat, not the front.

  • Page 37: Selecting A Child Seat

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not Before purchasing a conventional Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- child seat, or using a previously to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed purchased one, we recommend that...

  • Page 38: Installing A Child Seat

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat A child seat secured with a seat belt Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, should be installed as firmly as Make sure the child is properly and a good place to install the seat, possible.
  • Page 39 Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Using LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
  • Page 40 Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP HOOK forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure. Flexible type ANCHOR Other LATCH-compatible seats have Lift the rear head restraint (see page ), then route the tether a flexible-type connector as shown...
  • Page 41 Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt all seating positions except the When not using the LATCH system, driver’s have a locking mechanism all child seats must be secured to the that must be activated to secure a vehicle with the lap part of a lap/...
  • Page 42 Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull...
  • Page 43 Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Since a tether can provide additional Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor Tether security to the lap/shoulder belt TETHER STRAP HOOK installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available.
  • Page 44 Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat, Protecting Larger Children Using the Center Anchor Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child age 12 or for a forward-facing child seat, the under to sit in front can result in child should sit in a back seat on a injury or death if the passenger’s...

  • Page 45: Protecting Larger Children

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Checking Seat Belt Fit Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Is the lap part of the belt as low as possible, touching the child’s thighs? Will the child be able to stay seated like this for the whole trip?
  • Page 46 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Some states also require children to A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in use a booster seat until they reach a seat until the tops of their ears are Front given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or even with the top of the vehicle’s or...
  • Page 47 Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Do not let a child wear a seat belt when a child can safely ride in the This could result in across the neck.

  • Page 48: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the hatch open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

  • Page 49: Safety Labels

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential U.S. model only U.S. model hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for a replacement.

  • Page 50: Head Restraints

    Table of Contents Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Folding Rear Seats ..... the controls and displays that Instrument Panel Indicators ..Cargo Area Cover ......contribute to the daily operation of Gauges ..........Power Windows ......

  • Page 51: Audio System

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL (P. 51) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 86) GAUGES (P. 57) (P. 90) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 79) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 67) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 76) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.

  • Page 52: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators PARKING BRAKE AND CRUISE CONTROL HIGH BEAM INDICATOR BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR (P. 53) (P. 53, 179) (P. 54) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR HATCH-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 54) MAINTENANCE (P. 53) REQUIRED ELECTRIC POWER INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR...

  • Page 53: Charging System

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Malfunction Indicator Supplemental Restraint indicators to give you important Lamp System Indicator information about your vehicle. See page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If Seat Belt Reminder Charging System it comes on at any other time, it...
  • Page 54 Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Parking Brake Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running U.S. Canada and Brake Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator System Indicators Canadian model only Indicator The left or right turn signal indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator has two functions: blinks when you signal a lane change turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
  • Page 55 Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Low Fuel Indicator Washer Level Indicator Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on for Canadian model only LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the a few seconds when you turn the washer fluid level is low.
  • Page 56 Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Electric Power Steering Immobilizer System (EPS) Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on This indicator comes on for a few when you turn the ignition to ON (II) seconds when you turn the ignition and goes off after the engine starts.
  • Page 57 Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 Maintenance Required Indicator km) without having the scheduled This indicator reminds you that it is maintenance performed, this time to take your vehicle in for indicator will remain on as a constant scheduled maintenance.
  • Page 58 Table of Contents Table of Contents Gauges There are two trip meters: Trip A TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE and Trip B. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances. To reset a trip meter, display it, and then press and hold the Select/Reset button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’...
  • Page 59 Table of Contents Table of Contents Gauges Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine’s coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road.

  • Page 60: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 62) (P. 60) (P. 61) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P. 105) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P. 105) HORN TILT ADJUSTMENT HAZARD WARNING BUTTON MIRROR CONTROLS (P.

  • Page 61: Windshield Wipers And Washers

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

  • Page 62: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Push down on the Push the lever back Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal High Beams left lever to signal a left turn and up until you hear a click to turn on the to signal a right turn.
  • Page 63 Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger The knob on the instrument panel Push the red button to turn on the The rear window defogger will clear controls the brightness of the instru- hazard warning lights (four-way fog, frost, and thin ice from the...
  • Page 64 Table of Contents Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger, Steering Wheel Adjustment Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before Make any steering wheel adjustment starting to drive. before you start driving. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.

  • Page 65: Keys And Locks

    Immobilizer System. They will not (Gray) (Black) have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

  • Page 66: Immobilizer System

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an recognize the coding of your key, This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer.

  • Page 67: Ignition Switch

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open...

  • Page 68: Door Locks

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Door Locks Power Door Locks Hatch LOCK TAB Unlock Unlock Lock Unlock Lock Lock MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Each door has a lock tab on the top. All doors lock when you push down Use your key to lock and unlock the When you push down the lock tab on the lock tab on the driver’s door, or...
  • Page 69 Table of Contents Table of Contents Door Locks HATCH HANDLE HANDLE To open the hatch, pull the handle, To close the hatch, use the hatch then lift up. handle to lower the hatch, then press down on the back edge. Keep the hatch closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it and to prevent exhaust gas from...

  • Page 70: Remote Transmitter

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Press this button once UNLOCK Remote Transmitter Care to unlock the driver’s door. Push it Avoid dropping or throwing the LOCK BUTTON twice to unlock the other doors and transmitter. hatch. Some exterior and interior Protect the transmitter from lights flash twice each time you extreme temperature.
  • Page 71 Table of Contents Table of Contents Remote Transmitter To replace the battery, remove the Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: Battery round cover on the back of the This device complies with Part 15 of the transmitter by turning it FCC rules.
  • Page 72 Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle of the backward, pull up on the bar under front seat, pull up on the lever on the...
  • Page 73 Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats The head restraints help protect you Head Restraints Rear Seat Access See page for important safety and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries. They are most information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints.
  • Page 74 Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats After you return the seat-back to the Folding Rear Seat upright position, push the whole seat The back of the rear seat folds down backwards until it latches. Make to give you more cargo space. Each sure the seat is fully latched before side folds down separately.
  • Page 75 Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Make sure all items in the cargo area Never drive with the seat-back RELEASE LEVER are secured. Loose items can fly folded down and the hatch open. See forward and cause injury if you have Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page to brake hard.

  • Page 76: Cargo Area Cover

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Cargo Area Cover HOOK NOTCHES The cargo area cover may be To install the cargo area cover, place removed to give you more cargo it in its normal position over the room. cargo area. Then push down on each front corner to snap it in place.

  • Page 77: Power Windows

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Power Windows Your vehicle’s windows are electri- DRIVER’S WINDOW cally-powered. Turn the ignition SWITCH switch to ON (II) to raise or lower Closing a power window on any window. someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
  • Page 78 Table of Contents Table of Contents Power Windows To open or close the If the driver’s If the power windows do not operate AUTO AUTO REVERSE driver’s window, push or pull the window senses any obstacle while it properly after resetting, have your window switch firmly down or up to is closing automatically, it will vehicle checked by your dealer.
  • Page 79 Table of Contents Table of Contents Moonroof To open the moonroof, pull back the OPEN/CLOSE moonroof switch firmly. SWITCH Opening or closing the To close the moonroof fully, push moonroof on someone’s hands the switch forward. or fingers can cause serious injury.
  • Page 80 Table of Contents Table of Contents Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position.

  • Page 81: Mirrors, Parking Brake

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Power Mirror Heaters Parking Brake PARKING BRAKE LEVER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. To apply the parking brake, pull the Canadian model only The outside mirrors are heated to lever up fully.

  • Page 82: Interior Lights

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Lights The front ceiling light also contains Ceiling Light Cargo Area Light two spotlights. Push the button next The cargo area light comes on when to the light to turn it on and off. you open the hatch.

  • Page 83: Interior Convenience Items

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items VANITY MIRROR COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER DRIVER’S POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER CONSOLE COMPARTMENT...
  • Page 84 Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Glove Box Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the Open the glove box by squeezing the CONSOLE COMPARTMENT beverage holders. A spilled liquid handle. Close it with a firm push. that is very hot can scald you or your passengers.
  • Page 85 Table of Contents...
  • Page 86 Table of Contents Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....systems in your vehicle provide a Air Flow Controls ....... comfortable driving environment in Playing the Radio ......all weather conditions. Radio Reception ......Playing a CD ........
  • Page 87 Table of Contents Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON MODE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON...

  • Page 88: Air Flow Controls

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Air Flow Controls The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center Fan Control Dial Turn this dial to increase or decrease heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard. the fan speed and airflow.
  • Page 89 Table of Contents Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C you can Ventilation Using the A/C If the interior is very warm, The flow-through ventilation system Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine.

  • Page 90: Before Driving

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air.

  • Page 91: Playing The Radio

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing the Radio STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB TUNE KNOB PRESET BUTTONS SEEK BAR...
  • Page 92 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing the Radio lower frequency. Each preset button can To Play the Radio Preset The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. SEEK The SEEK function frequencies on FM.
  • Page 93 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing the Radio If you are press the Adjust the Balance, or side- AUTO SELECT To turn off Auto Select, traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the to-side strength of the sound. longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.

  • Page 94: Radio Reception

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
  • Page 95 Table of Contents Table of Contents Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as...

  • Page 96: Playing A Cd

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing a CD REPEAT INDICATOR RANDOM BUTTON CD BUTTON CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB RANDOM INDICATOR SEEK/SKIP BAR SCAN/REPEAT BUTTON...
  • Page 97 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer This feature plays the To Play a CD RANDOM Operating the Optional CD With the ignition switch in the tracks in random order. To activate Changer ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, Random Play, press and release the A CD changer is available for your insert a CD into the CD slot.

  • Page 98: Protecting Your Cds

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.

  • Page 99: Cd Player Error Messages

    Table of Contents Table of Contents CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the Message cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.

  • Page 100: Cd Changer Error Messages

    Table of Contents Table of Contents CD Changer Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the Message cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button and pull it out.
  • Page 101 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing a Tape TAPE BUTTON FAST REPEAT INDICATOR FORWARD BUTTON REWIND BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR POWER/VOLUME KNOB PLAY/PROGRAM REPEAT BUTTON BUTTON SKIP BAR NR BUTTON...
  • Page 102 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To switch to the radio or CD player To Play a Tape Optional on all models when you insert a tape. The while a tape is playing, press the The ignition switch must be in the indicator comes on.
  • Page 103 Table of Contents Table of Contents Playing a Tape Press the RPT button If the tape is loose, tighten it by REPEAT Caring for the Tape and Player to continuously play a song or The tape player picks up dirt and turning the hub with a pencil or your passage.

  • Page 104: Radio Theft Protection

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection Your vehicle’s audio system will If your vehicle’s battery is discon- If the code card is lost, your dealer disable itself if it is disconnected nected or goes dead, the audio can access your code with your from electrical power for any reason.

  • Page 105: Setting The Clock

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Setting the Clock hour. CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) BUTTON For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00 1:52 will reset to 2:00 RESET BUTTON HOUR BUTTON MINUTE BUTTON If your vehicle’s battery is finished, press the CLOCK button disconnected or goes dead, you will again.

  • Page 106: Cruise Control

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CANCEL BUTTON accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
  • Page 107 Table of Contents Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control may not hold the set You can decrease the set cruising Changing the Set Speed speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: down hills.
  • Page 108 Table of Contents Table of Contents Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in When you push the CANCEL pedal to speed up for passing.
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  • Page 110 Table of Contents Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendations ....gasoline to use, and how to check Service Station Procedures ..the levels of important fluids. You Fueling ........also need to know how to properly Opening and Closing the store luggage or packages.
  • Page 111 Table of Contents Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation your dealer for service. Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump For further important fuel-related extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
  • Page 112 Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Fueling Gasoline is highly flammable ATTACHMENT Pull and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine, and keep SLIT heat, sparks, and flames away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.
  • Page 113 Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least three times. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE If you do not properly tighten the LATCH cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
  • Page 114 Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check GRIP DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK CLIP SUPPORT ROD To close the hood, lift it up slightly to Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again and remove the support rod from the engine off before you check the oil.
  • Page 115 Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra RESERVE TANK schedule.

  • Page 116: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
  • Page 117 Some examples are: safety systems could make the Lowering your vehicle with a systems ineffective. non-Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.

  • Page 118: Carrying Cargo

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient DOOR POCKET DRIVER’S POCKET storage areas: Glove box Front door pocket Console compartment Cargo area However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
  • Page 119 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Steps for Determining Correct Load (850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.) Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle Limit: is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure Determine the combined weight includes total weight of all occupants, Locate the statement, ‘‘the of luggage and cargo being loaded...
  • Page 120 Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo If you carry large items that Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the prevent you from closing the Store or secure all items that could floor of the cargo area, placing the hatch, exhaust gas can enter the be thrown around and hurt...
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  • Page 122 Table of Contents Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission ....manual transmission. It also includes Parking ........... important information on parking Towing a Trailer ......

  • Page 123: Preparing To Drive

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check and adjustments before you drive page the gauges and indicator lights in the your vehicle. instrument panel (see page Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors,...

  • Page 124: Starting The Engine

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all down and hold it there while The engine is harder to start in cold electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.

  • Page 125: Manual Transmission

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
  • Page 126 Table of Contents Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly.
  • Page 127 Table of Contents Table of Contents Parking, Towing a Trailer If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Towing a Trailer Always use the parking brake when the front wheels away from the Your vehicle is not designed to tow a you park your vehicle.

  • Page 128: Braking System

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators brakes at all four wheels. A power through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you assist helps reduce the effort needed brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic...

  • Page 129: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders helps prevent the brakes from ABS does not reduce the time or locking up and helps you retain distance it takes to stop the steering control by pumping the vehicle;...
  • Page 130 Table of Contents Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Schedule ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......

  • Page 131: Maintenance Safety

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or qualified instructed to do so.

  • Page 132: Maintenance Schedule

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving with a roof rack, or driving you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the in mountainous conditions. transportation for passengers and time and mileage periods on one of their possessions.
  • Page 133 Tires Check the tire pressure performed at the recommended time monthly. Examine the tread for We recommend the use of Honda or mileage period to ensure long- wear and foreign objects. See page parts and fluids whenever you have term reliability.
  • Page 134 Table of Contents Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Normal Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if the severe driving km x 1,000 conditions specified in the Severe Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Conditions Maintenance Schedule on Check tires...
  • Page 135 Table of Contents Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). Follow the Severe Maintenance miles x 1,000 Schedule if you drive your vehicle km x 1,000 MAINLY under one or more of the Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop following conditions:...
  • Page 136 Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 137 Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 85,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 125,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 136,000 km 200,000 km Date Date 90,000 mi mi/km 130,000 mi mi/km 144,000 km 208,000 km Date Date...

  • Page 138: Fluid Locations

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...

  • Page 139: Adding Engine Oil

    5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is engine’s performance and longevity. highly recommended that you use Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for detergent oil displaying the API optimum engine protection. Make Certification Seal. This seal indicates...
  • Page 140 Table of Contents Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter Synthetic Oil Changing the Oil and Filter You may use a synthetic motor oil if Always change the oil and filter it meets the same requirements according to the recommendations in given for a conventional motor oil: it the maintenance schedule.

  • Page 141: Changing The Oil And Filter

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Let the engine run for several OIL FILTER then reinstall the drain bolt. minutes, then check the drain bolt Tighten it to: and oil filter for leaks.

  • Page 142: Engine Coolant

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant available, you may use another empty, you should also check the major-brand non-silicate coolant as a coolant level in the radiator.
  • Page 143 Table of Contents Table of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers The coolant level should be up to monthly during normal use. the base of the filler neck. Add RADIATOR CAP coolant if it is low. Pour the The low washer On Canadian models: coolant slowly and carefully so you level indicator comes on when the...

  • Page 144: Transmission Fluid

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Transmission Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you Correct level may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a temporary replacement. However,...
  • Page 145 MIN mark, your brake of the reservoir. If it is not, add with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid system needs attention. Have the brake fluid to bring it up to that level.
  • Page 146 Table of Contents Table of Contents Hood Latch, Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb Replacement The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. Handle the bulb by its plastic regularly carry heavy items in the case and protect the glass from cargo area, readjustment may be...
  • Page 147 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Remove the bulb by turning it one- Replacing a Front Turn Signal HOLDING CLIP quarter turn counterclockwise. Bulb If you are changing the bulb on Insert the new bulb into the hole the driver’s side, start the engine, and turn it one-quarter turn clock- turn the steering wheel all the way wise to lock it in place.
  • Page 148 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Insert the socket back into the Replacing a Side Marker Bulb headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Put the inner fender cover in place. SOCKET Install the holding clip.
  • Page 149 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Turn the socket one-quarter turn Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Front Parking Light counterclockwise to remove it Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight from the lens. into the socket until it bottoms. SOCKET Pull the bulb straight out of its Insert the socket back into the...
  • Page 150 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Remove the socket for that bulb Replacing Rear Bulbs by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Remove the burned out bulb from the socket by pushing it in and SOCKET turning the bulb counterclockwise until it unlocks.
  • Page 151 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Replacing the High-mount Brake BULB HOLDER Light Bulb Open the hatch. Put your fingers between the Remove the bulb holder from the interior trim and the hatch glass light assembly by pushing the tabs on either side of the high-mount on both sides and pulling the bulb brake light.
  • Page 152 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Push the bulb holder into the light Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb assembly until it locks in place. socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Test the lights to make sure the SOCKET new bulb is working.
  • Page 153 Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Turn on the parking lights and Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb check that the new bulb is working. Put the lens back on the bulb holder and push it until it latches. BULB Slide the right side of the light SOCKET...
  • Page 154 Table of Contents Table of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter If you use an aftermarket floor mat, Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchor.

  • Page 155: Wiper Blades

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are LOCK TAB getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 156 Table of Contents Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE holder until the tabs lock. BLADE Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
  • Page 157 Table of Contents Table of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE REINFORCEMENT To replace a rear wiper blade: Examine the new wiper blade. If it Insert both ends of the blade into has no plastic or metal the holder. Make sure they are Raise the wiper arm off the rear reinforcement along the back secure.
  • Page 158 Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires Use a gauge to measure the air Tires Inflation Guidelines To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of month.
  • Page 159 Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the While tubeless tires have some Recommended Tire Pressures tires are hot (driven for several ability to self-seal if they are The following chart shows the miles), you will see readings 4 to 6 punctured, you should look closely recommended cold tire pressures for psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )
  • Page 160 Improper wheel weights can damage A tire this worn gives very little your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use traction on wet roads. You should only Honda wheel weights f or replace the tire if you can see three balancing. or more tread wear indicators.
  • Page 161 Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of Front Front the same size, load range, speed Installing improper tires on your rating and maximum cold tire vehicle can affect handling and pressure rating (as shown on the stability.
  • Page 162 Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires Winter Driving Tire Chains Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All Because your vehicle has limited tire Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ Traction devices that are the wrong weather tread design suitable for cable-type traction devices, with size or improperly installed can...

  • Page 163: Checking The Battery

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If you need to connect the battery to TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To a charger, disconnect both cables to remove it, cover the terminals with a prevent damaging your vehicle’s solution of baking soda and water.

  • Page 164: Vehicle Storage

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than one ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
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  • Page 166: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    Table of Contents Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........

  • Page 167: Compact Spare Tire

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

  • Page 168: Changing A Flat Tire

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, SPARE TIRE CARGO AREA FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
  • Page 169 Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB WHEEL WRENCH JACKING POINT EXTENSION Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel Before mounting the spare tire, point. Turn the end bracket nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting clockwise until the top of the jack vehicle until the flat tire is off the...
  • Page 170 Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire CENTER CAP Lower the vehicle to the ground Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Remove the center cap before and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have storing the flat tire in the spare the wheel nut torque checked at tire well.
  • Page 171 Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tool kit back in Store the center cap in the spare WING BOLT the center of the spare tire. tire well. Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged.

  • Page 172: If The Engine Won't Start

    Table of Contents Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to START Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
  • Page 173 Table of Contents Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Do you have fuel? Check the fuel If you find nothing wrong, you will The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may need a qualified technician to find speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.

  • Page 174: Jump Starting

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the precautions. physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.

  • Page 175: Jump Starting, If The Engine Overheats

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start the vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The pointer of the vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in metal-to-metal contact.

  • Page 176: If The Engine Overheats

    Table of Contents Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral, such as a split radiator hose. and set the parking brake. Turn Everything is still extremely hot, Steam and spray from an overheated engine can...
  • Page 177 Table of Contents Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on reserve tank, you may need to add cloth, turn the radiator cap tightly.
  • Page 178 Table of Contents Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.

  • Page 179: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.

  • Page 180: Brake System Indicator

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not U.S. The brake system indicator normally comes on when feel normal, you should take you turn the ignition switch immediate action. A problem in one to ON (II), and as a part of the system’s dual circuit Canada...

  • Page 181: Closing The Moonroof

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close ROUND PLUG SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: Front Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
  • Page 182 Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuses control that device.
  • Page 183 Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Turn the ignition switch to LOCK Check the smaller fuses in the Look for a burned wire inside the (0). Make sure the headlights and under-hood fuse box and all the fuse.
  • Page 184 Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious Replacing a f use with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating...

  • Page 185: Fuse Locations

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected Condenser Fan Small Light 7.5A Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard FI ECU Horn, Stop ABS (F/S) Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock...
  • Page 186 Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5A 7.5A Daytime Running Lights Power Mirror Not Used Heated Seat Fuel Pump Accessory Power Socket 7.5A Turn Signal Lights Front Wiper Not Used Front Passenger’s Power Amps.

  • Page 187: Emergency Towing

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must If your vehicle is equipped with a call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on front spoiler, remove it before organization.
  • Page 188 Table of Contents Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly- The steering system can be damaged if designed and attached tow bar. the steering wheel is locked.
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  • Page 190: Technical Information

    Table of Contents Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.

  • Page 191: Identification Numbers

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
  • Page 192 Table of Contents Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER TRANSMISSION NUMBER...

  • Page 193: Specifications

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 162.8 in (4,135 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 66.7 in (1,695 mm) 13.2 US gal (50 ) Height 56.3 in (1,430 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 101.2 in (2,570 mm) coolant Manual 1.32 US gal (5.0 ) Track...
  • Page 194 Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page or the fuse label Charge quantity 16.9 18.6 oz (500 550 g) attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant type SP-10 box door under the dashboard. Under-hood See page or the fuse box...
  • Page 195 Table of Contents Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 196 Table of Contents Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles), Tire Labeling separately or in combination, can Tire construction code (R Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the cause heat buildup and possible tire indicates radial). highest), B, and C, representing the failure.

  • Page 197: Emissions Controls

    ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
  • Page 198 HC, CO, and NOx that much air is going into the engine. It Honda replacement parts or their comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust then controls how much fuel to inject equivalent for repairs.

  • Page 199: 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 200: State Emissions Testing

    Table of Contents Table of Contents State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 201 Table of Contents Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
  • Page 202 Table of Contents Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....

  • Page 203: Customer Service Information

    Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the San Juan, PR 00919-0816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4327 Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A vehicle to you...

  • Page 204: Warranty Coverages

    Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Warranty and Emissions Honda Accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the these two under this warranty. Time and 2005 Honda Warranty Information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s...
  • Page 205 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

  • Page 206: Authorized Manuals

    Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian (U.S. only) owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
  • Page 207 Table of Contents Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.

  • Page 208: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Index How Your Front Airbags Jump Starting ......Work ......... Maintenance ......Accessories and Modifications . How Your Side Airbags Specifications ......Accessories ........Work ......... Before Driving ......Modifying Your Vehicle ... Airbag System Components ..Belts, Seat ........
  • Page 209 Table of Contents Index Bulb Replacement Ceiling Light ........Important Safety Reminders ..Back-up Lights ......CD Care ........... Infants .......... Stop Light ........CD Changer ........Large Children ......Front Parking Lights ....CD Changer Error Message ..LATCH .........
  • Page 210 Table of Contents Index Driver and Passenger Safety ... If it won’t start ......Driving ........... Malfunction Indicator DANGER, Explanation of ....Economy ........Lamp ........ . 52, Dashboard ........4, Oil Pressure Indicator ..52, Daytime Running Lights ....
  • Page 211 Table of Contents Index Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... High Beams, Turning on ... Flat Tire, Changing a ....Low Beams, Turning on .... Fluids Gas Mileage, Improving ....Reminder Beeper ......Brake .......... Gasoline ......... Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..Clutch .........
  • Page 212 Table of Contents Index Indicator Lights, Instrument Instruments and Controls ....Ceiling .......... Panel ..........Instrument Panel ......Cargo Area ........Indicators Instrument Panel Brightness ..Indicator ........ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) ....Interior Convenience Items ... Parking ......... Brake (Parking and Brake Interior Lights .........
  • Page 213 Table of Contents Index Odometer ......... Parking Over Things that Burn . Odometer, Trip ....... PGM-FI System ......Maintenance ........Playing the Radio ......Owner Maintenance Checks . Change, How to ......Power Door Locks ......Record ........ . 135, Change, When to ......
  • Page 214 Table of Contents Index Rear View Mirror ......Seats, Adjusting the ......Rear Window Defogger ....Selecting a Child Seat ..... Rear Window Washer ....Safety Belts ........ . 10, Select/Reset Button ....... Rear Window Wiper ....... Safety Defects, Reporting ..
  • Page 215 Table of Contents Index SRS, Additional Information ..SRS Indicator ......27, Checking Wear ......Additional Safety Precautions . System Components ....Compact Spare ......Airbag Components ....Synthetic Oil ........DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Airbag Service ......Inflation ........
  • Page 216 Table of Contents Index Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ..Unexpected, Taking Care Indicator ........of the .......... Operation ........Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..Wheels Unleaded Gasoline ......Adjusting the Steering ....Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..
  • Page 217 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Oil change capacity (including Brake Fluid: filter): Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page...

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