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1992 Civic Hatchback
Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification
A Few Words About Safety ........................................................................................................................
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Proper use and care of your car's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Controls..........................................................................................................................27
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Features........................................................................................................61
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
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What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new car, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving............................................................................................................................................................79
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................93
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your car to the dealer.
Care.........................................................................................................................................137
Tips on cleaning and protecting your car. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.
Unexpected...............................................................................................................145
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Information...............................................................................................................................165
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)
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A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
only)...............................................................................................................181
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index .................................................................................................................................................................
Information you need when you pull up to the gas pump.

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Summary of Contents for Honda 1992 Civic

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............175 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................181 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Congratulations ! Your selection of a 1992 Honda Civic was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. To enhance the enjoyment of your new car, take time to study this manual. In it, you will learn about your car's many conveniences and useful features.
  • Page 3 A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol Your Honda or other property can one of three words, DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. be damaged if you don't follow instructions.
  • Page 4: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Your Occupant Protection Storing Cargo Safely ....information about occupant System........Driving with Pets ....... protection. It shows how to use seat The Seat Belt System Child Safety........belts properly. It explains the and How It Works....
  • Page 5: Your Occupant Protection System

    Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat The seats, head restraints, and door To get the maximum protection belts and other features that work locks also play a role in occupant from your occupant protection system, check the following before together to protect you and your safety.
  • Page 6: The Seat Belt System And How It Works

    The Seat Belt System and How It Works Important Safety Reminders Why Wear Seat Belts Wearing seat belts, and wearing Seat belts are designed for adults Not wearing a seat belt in- and larger children. All infants and them properly, is fundamental to creases the chance of being small children must be properly your safety and the safety of your...
  • Page 7 The Seat Belt System and How It Works Seat Belt System Components Lap Belt Lap/Shoulder Belt Your Honda has seat belts in all five seating positions. The front LATCH BUCKLE PLATE seats and the outside rear seats have lap/shoulder belts. The center rear seat has a lap belt.
  • Page 8 The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing Seat Belts Properly Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt You can increase the effectiveness of your seat belts if you take a little time to read the following pages and make sure you know how to wear seat belts properly.
  • Page 9 The Seat Belt System and How It Works 5. If the shoulder belt crosses your neck while you are sitting in one of the outside rear seating positions, you need to adjust your seating position. Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone.
  • Page 10 The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing the Lap Belt 1. Pull the latch plate across your 2. Position the belt as low as possi- To unlatch the belt, push the red hips and insert it into the buckle ble across your hips and pelvic PRESS button on the buckle.
  • Page 11 The Seat Belt System and How It Works Advice for Pregnant Women If possible, use the lap/shoulder Seat Belt Maintenance seat belt, remembering to keep the For safety, you should check the lap portion as low as possible (see condition of your seat belts regu- larly.
  • Page 12: Supplemental Restraint System

    Supplemental Restraint System CONTROL INDICATOR AIRBAG Frontal collision range UNIT Not wearing a seat belt in- creases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even if you have air bags. Be sure you and your passen- gers always wear seat belts and wear them properly.
  • Page 13 Supplemental Restraint System Emergency power backup in case How the Driver's Airbag To do its job, the airbag inflates your car's electrical system is Works with considerable force. So, while it disconnected in a crash. can reduce serious injuries and even save your life, the airbag Important Safety Reminder might cause some facial or other...
  • Page 14 Supplemental Restraint System The airbag is stored in the center How the SRS S R S Indicator Light Works of the steering wheel. For your The purpose of the SRS light on safety, do not attach any items to your instrument panel is to alert the steering wheel.
  • Page 15 System Service uninflated airbag can be dangerous. Do not modify your steering wheel Your supplemental restraint Get assistance from a Honda dealer system is virtually maintenance- or any other part of the supple- if your car must be scrapped. free. There are no parts you can mental restraint system.
  • Page 16: Additional Safety Information

    Additional Safety Information The seat belts and airbag are obvi- Seat-back Position Door Locks ously important parts of your occu- The seat-backs should be in an It is not safe to leave your car doors pant protection system. upright position for you and your unlocked.
  • Page 17 Additional Safety Information Storing Cargo Safely Driving with Pets A small dog, cat, or other small Before you drive, make sure you Loose pets can be a hazard while animal will be safest in a rigidly- first securely store or tie down any you are driving.
  • Page 18: Child Safety

    Child Safety Where Should Children Sit? According to accident statistics An infant or child who is not provided to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration properly restrained can be killed or seriously injured in a (NHTSA), children of all sizes and crash.
  • Page 19 Child Safety To properly route a seat belt Important Safety Reminders General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under through a child seat, follow the seat Never hold a baby or child on your lap when riding in a car. If you are 18 kg (40 Ibs) maker's instructions.
  • Page 20 Child Safety Restraining an Infant Who We recommend that, whenever Weighs Less Than 9 kg possible, you put the infant seat in (20 Ibs) the center position of the rear seat and secure it to the car with the lap belt.
  • Page 21 TOOTHED WASHER your authorized Honda dealer. If you need an anchor plate and mounting hardware, you can obtain them by writing to: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Consumer Affairs 270 mm (10.6 in) 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 The anchor plate and mounting...
  • Page 22 Chad Safety Using a Seat Belt Locking 4. Install the locking clip as shown. Clip Position the clip as close as possible to the latch plate. Always use a seat belt locking clip when you secure a child seat to your car with a lap/shoulder belt.
  • Page 23 Child Safety Restraining a Child Who Put the lap/shoulder belt on your Storing a Child Seat Weighs Over 18 kg (40 Ibs) child and check its fit. The shoul- When you are not using an infant der belt should fit over the collar- seat or other child restraint, either bone and across the chest.
  • Page 24: Alcohol And Drugs

    Alcohol and Drugs Driving a car requires your full at- The safest thing you can do is If you have no choice but to drive, tention and alertness. Traffic condi- never drink and drive. This can be stop drinking and give yourself lots done if you plan ahead.
  • Page 25 Carbon Monoxide Hagh Your car's exhaust contains carbon High levels of carbon monoxide can If you must sit in your parked car, monoxide gas. You should have no collect rapidly in enclosed areas, even in an unconfined area, with problem with carbon monoxide such as a garage.
  • Page 26 B.C. 20590. You can also obtain tion to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.. problems between you, your dealer, other information about motor or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.. vehicle safety from the Hotline. Driver and Passenger Safety...
  • Page 27: Safety Labels

    They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully and don't remove them. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda RADIATOR CAP dealer for a replacement. BATTERY Driver and Passenger Safety...
  • Page 28: Instruments And Controls

    Keys and Locks......about the controls and displays that Indicator Lights......Keys..........45 contribute to the daily operation of Gauges..........Ignition Switch......your Honda. All the essential Speedometer....... Door Locks........controls are within easy reach. Tachometer......... Hatch/Tailgate......Odometer ........Seat Adjustments......
  • Page 29: Control Locations

    Control Locations HEATING/ DIGITAL CLOCK MIRROR COOLING (P.55) CONTROLS CONTROL (P.53) (P.62) FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE (P.72) HOOD RELEASE HATCH/TAILGATE HANDLE RELEASE HANDLE (P.73) (P.47) Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 30: Indicator Lights

    The instrument panel has many HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND indicators to give you important BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT* information about your car. CHARGING SYSTEM CHECK ENGINE LIGHT* Lamp Check LIGHT Many of the indicator lights come on when you turn the ignition CRUISE CONTROL LOW OIL switch ON (II), allowing you to see...
  • Page 31: Indicator Lights

    Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder CHARGING SYSTEM Light HIGH BEAM INDICATOR LIGHT This indicator lights when you turn the ignition ON (II). It is a reminder LOW OIL PARKING BRAKE AND to you and your passengers to PRESSURE BRAKE SYSTEM LIGHT* protect yourselves by fastening the LIGHT seat belts.
  • Page 32 Indicator Lights Charging System US Canada Parking Brake Supplemental S R S and Brake Light Restraint System BRAKE System Light This light indicates the battery is Indicator not being charged. It should come This light has two functions: Only on cars equipped with SRS on when the ignition is ON (II), and The SRS light normally comes on go out after the engine starts.
  • Page 33 Indicator Lights Upshift Indicator Some road or traffic conditions Canada may require you to accelerate more Check Engine Only on U.S. VX and CX (except in rapidly or press the accelerator Light California) and Canadian VX models pedal almost to the floor. The light This light comes on for a few The upshift indicator's purpose is will not come on under those...
  • Page 34 Indicator Lights Turn Signal and High Beam Indicator Shift Lever Position Hazard Warning Indicator Indicators This light comes on with the high (Automatic Transmission only) The left or right turn signal light beam headlights. See page blinks when you signal a lane information on the headlight change or turn.
  • Page 35: Gauges

    Gauges Odometer TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE SPEEDOMETER The odometer shows the total dis- GAUGE tance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under federal law (in the U.S.) and provincial regulations (in Canada) to alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.
  • Page 36: Fuel Gauge

    Gauges Temperature Gauge TEMPERATURE SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE This shows the temperature of the GAUGE engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to the upper white mark.
  • Page 37: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering REAR WINDOW HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS column contain controls for driving DEFOGGER CRUISE features you use most often. The INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROL left lever controls the turn signals, BRIGHTNESS headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield wipers.
  • Page 38: Headlights

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel To flash the high beams, pull back Headlights and hold the turn signal lever. Release the lever and the high beams will go off. The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.
  • Page 39: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly 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 dial on the dashboard to the Signal a turn or lane change with...
  • Page 40: Windshield Wipers

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers The right lever controls the wind- and high speed, the wipers run To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The shield wipers and washers. The continuously. rotary switch at the end of the washers spray until you release the lever.
  • Page 41: Rear Window Wiper And Washer

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Wiper and Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Washer WIPER/WASHER The rear window defogger will Available only on DX and Si models Push the red button under the To turn on the rear window wiper, clock to turn on the hazard warn- clear fog, frost, and thin ice from turn the ring clockwise to ON.
  • Page 42: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Controls Near the Steering Wheel Make sure the rear window is clear Steering Wheel Adjustment and you have good visibility before Available only on DX and Si models starting to drive. You can adjust the steering wheel height to suit your preference. Do The defogger wires on the inside of this before you begin driving.
  • Page 43: Steering Wheel Controls

    Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control NOTICE Available only on Si model The cruise control, as it operates, Cruise control allows you to moves the accelerator pedal. You maintain a set speed above 25 mph can damage your car's accelerator (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 44 Steering Wheel Controls You can decrease the set cruising Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways: speed in either of two ways: Press and hold the SET/decel button. The car will decelerate. Press and hold the RESUME/ Release the button when you accel button.
  • Page 45 Steering Wheel Controls on. The car will accelerate to the Even with the cruise control turned same cruising speed as before. on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot Pressing the Cruise Control Master off the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 46: Horn

    Steering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks Horn Keys Ignition Switch HORN The ignition switch is on the right Press either of the buttons on the Your car comes with two identical steering wheel spokes to sound the side of the steering column. It has keys.
  • Page 47: Door Locks

    Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this Door Locks LOCK (0) — You can insert or position, you can operate the audio remove the key only in this position. When you turn the key from LOCK system and cigarette lighter. to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering wheel to release ON (II) —...
  • Page 48: Hatch/Tailgate

    Keys and Locks Hatch/Tailgate HATCH RELEASE HANDLE The doors can also be locked and You can open the hatch in two To open the tailgate, swing the unlocked from the outside with the hatch up out of the way. Push the ways: key.
  • Page 49: Seat Adjustments

    Keys and Locks, Seat Adjustments Seat Adjustments See page for cargo loading and To change the angle of the seat- To adjust the seat forward and weight limit information. Keep the back, pull up on the lever on the backward, pull up on the lever hatch and tailgate closed at all under the seat cushion's front edge.
  • Page 50: Rear Seat Access

    Seat Adjustments Rear Seat Access Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get from your seat belt in a crash. You can slide under the seat belt and be seriously injured. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat.
  • Page 51: Folding Rear Seat

    Folding Rear Seat, Cargo Area Cover Folding Rear Seat To lock the seat-back upright, Cargo Area Cover move the seat belt out of the way then push the seat-back firmly against its latch. Tug on the seat- back to make sure it is latched. Make sure all items in the cargo area are tied down.
  • Page 52: Moonroof

    Cargo Area Cover, Moonroof Moonroof To close the moonroof, press and hold the switch. Closing the moonroof on some- one's hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure passengers are clear of the moonroof before closing it. To remove the cargo area cover, Available only on Si model NOTICE place your hands, palms up, under...
  • Page 53: Sunshade

    Moonroof, Mirrors Sunshade Mirrors Manual Door Mirrors You can slide the sunshade to any Keep the inside and outside mirrors Except Si model position when the moonroof is The outside mirror on the driver's clean and adjusted for best visibili- closed.
  • Page 54 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH 3. Push the appropriate edge of the The outside mirror on the passen- Available only on Si model Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch to move the ger's side has curved glass. Objects adjustment switch on the left side mirror right or left, up or down.
  • Page 55: Parking Brake

    Parking Brake, Glove Box Parking Brake Glove Box NOTICE Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER GLOVE BOX To apply the parking brake, pull Open the glove box by pulling the the lever up fully.
  • Page 56: Digital Clock

    Digital Clock 3. Press and hold the HOUR button HOUR RESET until the hour advances to the desired time. 4. Press and hold the M I N . button until the minute advance to the desired time. You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour.
  • Page 57: Cup Holder

    Cup Holder, Vanity Mirror Cup Holder Vanity Mirror Push To open the cup holder, push on the Use the cup holder only when the Available only on Si model top. It is spring-loaded and will car is parked. If you place cups in To use the vanity mirror, pull down the passenger's sunvisor.
  • Page 58: Cigarette Lighter

    Cigarette Lighter, Ashtrays Ashtrays Cigarette Lighter CIGARETTE LIGHTER ASHTRAY ASHTRAY The ignition switch must be in Open the front ashtray by pulling The rear ashtray is at the rear end ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the on the bottom edge. Push it in to of the center console.
  • Page 59: Interior Light

    Ashtrays, Interior Light Interior Light NOTICE (Except Si) (Si) Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, DOOR ACTIVATED cigars and other smoking materials. DOOR ACTIVATED To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car, don't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtrays.
  • Page 60: Cargo Area Light

    Cargo Area Light Available only on Si model The cargo area light has a two- position switch. In the OFF (down) position, the light does not come on. In the ON (up) position, the light comes on when you open the hatch. Instruments and Controls...
  • Page 61: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Comfort and Convenience Features The heating/ventilation system in Heating and Cooling...... your car, when combined with the What Each Control Does ..optional air conditioner, provides a How to Use the System..... comfortable driving environment in Controlling Air Flow all weather conditions. Direction......
  • Page 62: Comfort And Convenience Features

    The air flows into the interior at three possible levels, which you can select. OPEN A Genuine Honda air conditioning system is available from your dealer. It meets Honda's high quality standards and is designed to The direction of airflow from the The heating and cooling system fit your car.
  • Page 63: Heating And Cooling

    Heating and Cooling UPPER VENT OPEN CLOSE Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 64 Heating and Cooling RECIRCULATED AIR AIR CONDITIONER What Each Control Does ON/OFF SWITCH Fan Control Lever MODE BUTTONS FRESH AIR Sliding this lever to the right increases the fan speed, which increases air flow. Temperature Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right increases the temperature of air flowing through the system.
  • Page 65 Heating and Cooling How to Use the System The engine must be running for the Ventilation heater and air conditioner to pro- Your car has a flow-through This section covers the best way to use the system for ventilation, vide hot and cold air. The heater ventilation system.
  • Page 66 Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C To operate the air conditioner, MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONER press the air conditioning button. ON/OFF BUTTON Set the fan to the desired speed. You can also use the mode button to direct air out of the dash and heater vents.
  • Page 67 Heating and Cooling To Dehumidify and Defog with A/C MODE BUTTONS AIR CONDITIONER An air conditioner removes mois- BUTTON ture from the air as it operates. You can use it to defog the win- dows quickly in cool or damp wea- ther.
  • Page 68 Heating and Cooling To Heat To Defrost To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, To warm the interior, press To remove frost or ice from the . Set the fan to windshield and side windows after slide the fan speed and temperature the desired speed.
  • Page 69: Before Driving

    Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period......Honda, you should know what gaso- Gasoline..........line to use, and that your car is full Oxygenated Fuels...... of oil and other important fluids. Driving in Foreign Countries... You also need to know how to pro- Service Station Procedures..
  • Page 70 Break-in Period Gasoline Oxygenated Fuels Help assure your car's future Some conventional gasolines are Your Honda is designed to operate reliability and performance by most effectively on unleaded being blended with alcohol or an paying extra attention to how you...
  • Page 71 Using any type of leaded gasoline methanol must contain cosolvents Some states and provinces require in your Honda will affect perform- and corrosion inhibitors to protect this information to be posted on the ance and damage its emission con- the fuel system.
  • Page 72 Service Station Procedures Filling the Gas Tank 3. Remove the gas cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as Handling gasoline improperly pressure inside the tank escapes. can cause it to ignite or ex- plode, causing you to be seri- 4.
  • Page 73 Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP HOOD RELEASE HANDLE 1. Shift to Park or Neutral and set 2. Standing in front of the car, put 3. Pull the support rod out of its clip the parking brake. Pull the hood your fingers under the front edge and insert the end into the hole release handle, located under the...
  • Page 74 Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean 3. Insert it all the way back in its time you fill the car with gas. Wait cloth or paper towel. tube.
  • Page 75 Refer to Periodic Checks on Coolant Check page for information on check- RESERVE TANK ing other items in your Honda. M A X UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove it again and check the Look at the coolant level in the level.
  • Page 76: 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 warm engine. It is not necessary to You can improve fuel economy by important things that affect the "warm-up"...
  • Page 77 Accessories Your Honda dealer has many acces- Some non-Honda accessories you Electronic communications equip- sories available to personalize your ment, such as cellular telephones can buy in the "aftermarket" are car. Some of these are audio sys- designed for universal applications.
  • Page 78: Loading Cargo

    The maximum load you can carry This final number is the total When you fold down the rear seat- in your Honda is 395 kg (850 Ibs). It weight of cargo you can load in or back to haul large objects, place includes the total weight of all on the car.
  • Page 79: Driving

    Driving Preparing to Drive ......This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various Starting the Engine......conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed Transmission....5-speed and automatic transmis- Automatic Transmission..sions. It also includes important Starting in Cold Weather information on your car's braking at High Altitude .....
  • Page 80: Preparing To Drive

    Preparing to Drive 9. Turn the ignition ON (II). Check You should do the following checks 4. Check the adjustment of the seat and adjustments every day before the indicator lights in the instru- (see page 48). you drive your car. ment panel.
  • Page 81: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine Automatic Transmission 5-Speed Transmission 5. If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but 1. Apply the parking brake. 1. Apply the parking brake. stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal 2.
  • Page 82 Starting the Engine Starting in Cold Weather at 3. If the engine fails to start in step 5. If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but High Altitude (Above 2,400 2, push the accelerator pedal to stalls right away, repeat step 4 the floor and hold it there while meters/8,000 feet)
  • Page 83: Speed Manual Transmission

    5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up reverse with the car moving. can cause loss of control on Depress the clutch pedal and pause slippery surfaces.
  • Page 84 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Maximum Speeds (US: DX, Si, Canada: CX, DX, Si) Drive in the highest gear that lets The speeds in this table are the the engine run and accelerate maximums for the given gears. If you exceed these speeds, the smoothly.
  • Page 85 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission (VX) (US: DX, Canada: CX, DX) Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds. It has a "lock- up" torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the con- verter locks.
  • Page 86: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission This display is on the instrument panel. It shows you the position of the shift lever. You must also press the release SHIFT P a r k (P) — This position mechani- button to shift into Park. To avoid LEVER cally locks the transmission.
  • Page 87 Automatic Transmission Reverse (R) — To shift to Re- Drive (D ) —This position is simi- hills. Use second gear when start- lar to D , except only the first three ing out on a slippery surface or in verse from Park, see the explana- gears are selected.
  • Page 88 Park If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it could mean your car is to Neutral. developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Honda dealer. Driving...
  • Page 89: The Braking System

    The Braking System All Civics are equipped with front Check your brakes after driving Brake System Design disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the The hydraulic system that operates wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they the brakes has two separate cir- depending on model.
  • Page 90 The Braking System, Driving in Bad Weather If this happens, you will immediate- Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always ly notice that the brake pedal goes drive slower than you would in dry down much farther and you need to weather.
  • Page 91: Driving In Bad Weather

    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 impor- pressure. Both are important in tant in all weather conditions. This preventing "hydroplaning"...
  • Page 92: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a Trailer Towing a Trailer Your car is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your warranties. Driving...
  • Page 93: Maintenance

    Service Manual. See page 5-speed Transmission..... 1 1 1 Temperature......for information on how to Brake and Clutch Fluid....Winter Driving......obtain a copy, or see your Honda Brake System......Snow Tires......... dealer. Clutch System......Tire Chains........ Power Steering......
  • Page 94: Maintenance Schedule

    Always use unleaded gasoline We recommend the use of Genuine Schedule specifies how often you with a pump octane number of 86 Honda parts and fluids or their or higher. should have your car serviced, and equivalent whenever you have what things need attention.
  • Page 95 Maintenance Schedule R — Replace I — Inspect After inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary. Severe Driving Conditions The services are: Items with an in the chart will need service — Replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months under more often, if you drive in some servere conditions.
  • Page 96 R — Replace I — Inspect After inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary. : Check oil and coolant level at each fuel stop. 3 : Thereafter, replace every 2 years or 48,000 km (30,000 miles), which- : Under severe driving conditions, service these items more often. ever comes first.
  • Page 97: Required Maintenance Record

    Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below. Keep receipts for all work done on your car. Maintenance...
  • Page 98 Non-Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see page Maintenance...
  • Page 99: Periodic Checks

    Periodic Checks You should check the following Tires — Check the tire pressure Engine oil level — Check every items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the gas tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
  • Page 100: Fluid Locations

    Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) (5-M/T only) CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) Maintenance...
  • Page 101: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil Adding OIL FILLER CAP UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK Check the engine oil a couple of 3. Pull it out again and look at the To add oil, unscrew and remove the minutes after shutting off the oil level at the end of the dipstick.
  • Page 102 A fuel-efficient oil is recommended Oil is a major contributor to your the oil's SAE viscosity or weight. for your Honda. This is shown on engine's performance and longevity. Select the oil for your car accord- the API Service label by the words...
  • Page 103 (available from your hot and can burn you. Honda dealer) is required to Wash your hands thoroughly Use caution and wear protec- remove the filter. with strong soap as soon as tive clothing while working in possible after handling used oil.
  • Page 104 Engine Oil 7. Replace the oil filler cap. Start The oil and filter should be chang- ed every 6 months or 12,000 km the engine. The oil pressure (7,500 miles), whichever comes first. indicator light should go out Under severe driving conditions, within five seconds.
  • Page 105: Cooling System

    Cooling System Checking the Coolant Level Adding Radiator Coolant Always use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. The cooling If the reserve tank is completely RESERVE TANK system contains many aluminum empty, you should also check the components which can corrode if coolant level in the radiator.
  • Page 106 Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or RADIATOR CAP other additives to your car's RESERVE TANK cooling system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine components. Replacing Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and mileage recommendations in the maintenance schedule.
  • Page 107 Cooling System RESERVE TANK RESERVE DRAIN TANK CAP PLUG DRAIN BOLT HOLDER 4. Remove the reserve tank from 1. Slide the heater temperature 3. Loosen the drain plug on the control lever to maximum heat. bottom of the radiator. The its holder by pulling it straight up.
  • Page 108 Cooling System BLEEDER BOLT FILLER NECK RESERVE TANK Fill up to here radiator cooling fan comes on at 6. M i x the recommended antifreeze 7. Pour coolant into the radiator up w i t h an equal amount of purified to the base of the filler neck.
  • Page 109: Windshield Washers

    Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield Antifreeze can damage your car's WINDSHIELD washer reservoir at least monthly paint, while a vinegar/water WASHER RESERVOIR during normal usage. In bad solution can damage the windshield weather, when you use the washers washer pump.
  • Page 110: Transmission Oil

    Automatic Transmission 5. If the level is below the lower mark, add fluid into the tube to DIPSTICK bring it to the upper mark. Use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid or ® an equivalent DEXRON Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) only.
  • Page 111 Transmission Oil 5-Speed Transmission Only use an SF or SG grade motor oil with a weight of 10W-30 or 10W-40. The transmission should be drained FILLER BOLT and refilled with new oil every 24 months or 48,000 km (30,000 miles), whichever comes first.
  • Page 112: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    Brake System to the M A X mark, use Genuine Check the fluid level in the reser- M A X Honda Brake Fluid or an equiva- voirs monthly. There are two reser- lent that is marked DOT'3 or DOT4 voirs: only.
  • Page 113 NOTICE Using automatic transmission fluid UPPER or another brand of power steering LEVEL fluid will damage the system. Use only genuine Honda power steering fluid. LOWER LEVEL A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system.
  • Page 114: Air Filter

    Air Filter The air filter element should be replaced every 2 years or 48,000 km (30,000 miles), whichever comes first. Under severe driving condi- tions, it should be replaced every 12 months or 24,000 km (15,000 miles), whichever comes first. Follow the replacement procedure for removal and reinstallation.
  • Page 115 Fuel Filter, Spark Plugs Fuel Filter Spark Plugs Replacement The fuel filter should be replaced The original spark plugs in your SPARK PLUG CAP car need to be replaced every 2 every 4 years or 96,000 km (60,000 years or 48,000 km (30,000 miles), miles), whichever comes first.
  • Page 116: Spark Plugs

    Spark Plugs 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. 7. Install the spark plug cap. 8. Repeat this procedure for the other three spark plugs.
  • Page 117 Spark Plugs, Battery Specifications: Battery Check the condition of your car's (US: VX, CX, Canada: VX) battery monthly. You should check The battery contains sulfuric Normal driving conditions acid (electrolyte) which is for proper electrolyte level and NGK: ZFR4F-11 highly corrosive and poisonous. corrosion on the terminals.
  • Page 118 Battery Emergency Procedures Check the battery terminals for TEST INDICATOR WINDOW corrosion (a white or yellowish Eyes — Flush with water from a powder). To remove it, cover the cup or other container for at least terminals with a solution of baking fifteen minutes.
  • Page 119 Battery If the terminals are severely cor- NOTICE roded, clean them with baking soda and water. Then use a wrench to Charging the battery with the loosen and remove the cables from cables connected can seriously the terminals. Always disconnect damage your car's electronic the negative ( —...
  • Page 120: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield Wipers Check the condition of the wind- WIPER ARMS shield wiper blades at least every six months. Look for signs of crack ing 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 121 Windshield Wipers 5. Slide the new wiper blade into BLADE the holder until the tabs lock. BLADE 6. Slide the blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield. REINFORCEMENT 3.
  • Page 122 Air Conditioner (Optional) Your car's air conditioner is a light spray from a hose or a soft If the air conditioner does not get sealed system. Any major mainte- brush to remove them. as cold as before, it is probably nance, such as recharging, should because some of the refrigerant has be done by a qualified technician.
  • Page 123 Engine Belts, Tires Tires Engine Belts If you see signs of wear or loose- ness, have your dealer adjust or Check the inflation and condition ALTERNATOR BELT replace the belts. Your dealer will of your car's tires at least once a check these belts as part of the month.
  • Page 124 Tires The correct cold tire pressures are: Keeping the tires properly inflated (US: VX, CX, Canada: VX) provides you with the best combi- Front: nation of riding comfort, handling 240 kPa (2.4 kg/cm , 35 psi) and tread life. Underinflated tires Rear: wear unevenly, reduce you car's 220 kPa (2.2 kg/cm...
  • Page 125 Tires Maintenance wheels. Use only genuine Honda INDICATOR In addition to proper inflation, wheel weights for balancing. LOCATION MARKS correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. You should get Tire Rotation your car's wheel alignment check- Front ed every 12 months or 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
  • Page 126 Tires Replacing Tires Wheels and Tires The following explains these The tires that came with your gradings. Honda were selected to match the Wheel: performance capabilities of the car (US: CX) Treadwear and provide the best combination of The treadwear grade is a compara- 1 3 x 4 1 / 2 J handling, ride comfort, and long life.
  • Page 127 Tires Warning: The temperature grade Traction Temperature The traction grades, from highest The temperature grades are A (the for this tire is established for a tire to lowest, are A, B, and C, and they highest), B, and C, representing the that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 128 If you mount snow tires on your mount them as tightly as you can. "All Season" on the sidewall have Honda, make sure they are radial Drive slowly with chains installed. tires of the same size and load an all-weather tread design. They...
  • Page 129 Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb Check the operation of your car's BULB exterior lights at least once a Your car has halogen headlight month. A burned out bulb can bulbs, one on each side. When create an unsafe condition by replacing a bulb, handle it by its reducing your car's visibility and steel base and protect the glass...
  • Page 130 Lights 3. Remove the rubber weather seal Replacing the Front Side by pulling on the tab. Marker/Turn Signal and Parking Light Bulb 4. Unclip the end of the hold-down SCREW wire from its slot. Pivot it out of the way and remove the bulb. 5.
  • Page 131 Lights 4. Remove the bulb by pushing it in Replacing Rear Bulbs (in slightly and turning it counter- Fenders) clockwise. 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 6. Insert the socket back into the lens.
  • Page 132 Lights 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Insert the socket back in the Tailgate) taillight assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 6. Test the new bulb. Reinstall the cover over the taillight assembly. 1.
  • Page 133 Lights High-mount Brake Light 6. Insert the socket into the tail- light assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7. Reinstall the cover on the interior panel. 4. Remove the brake light assembly. 1. Open the hatch. Remove the socket from the brake light assembly by turning 2.
  • Page 134 Lights 6. Install the new bulb. Test it to Replacing a Rear License make sure it works. Bulb 7. Reinstall the brake light assem- bly. Tighten the two screws securely. 8. Reinstall the cover under the brake light assembly. 1. Use a phillips-head screwdriver 3.
  • Page 135 Lights Replacing Ceiling and Cargo Area Light Bulbs (Except Si) (Si) CARGO AREA LIGHT CEILING LIGHT CEILING LIGHT 1. Remove the lens by carefully 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it prying on the edge of the lens in straight out of its metal tabs. the middle with a fingernail file or a small flat-tip screwdriver.
  • Page 136: Storing Your Car

    Block the rear wheels. If you store your car for 12 months extended period (more than 1 or longer, have your Honda dealer month), there are several things If the car is to be stored for a perform the inspections called for...
  • Page 137: Appearance Care

    Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of your Honda helps to keep it "new" looking. This section gives you hints on how to clean and preserve your car's appearance: the paint, brightwork, wheels and interior. Also included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion.
  • Page 138 Exterior Care Washing Rinse the car thoroughly with When you have washed and cool water to remove loose dirt. rinsed the whole exterior, dry it Frequent washing helps preserve with a chamois or soft towel. your car's beauty. Dirt and grit can scratch the paint, while tree sap Fill a bucket with cool water.
  • Page 139: Exterior Care

    You should use a polish on your Honda if the finish does not You should use a quality liquid or have its original shine after using a paste wax. Apply it according to wax.
  • Page 140 Examine the chip or scratch closely Aluminum Wheels before repairing it. If it does not go Clean your Honda's aluminum alloy down to bare metal, clean it with wheels as you do the rest of the soap and water and apply the exterior.
  • Page 141: Interior Care

    Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl Vacuum the carpeting frequently Remove dirt and dust with a to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will vacuum cleaner. Wipe the vinyl METAL LOOP make the carpet wear out faster. with a soft cloth dampened in a Periodically shampoo the carpet to solution of mild soap and water.
  • Page 142 The rear window defogger wires are bonded to the inside of the glass. Many corrosion-preventive mea- Wiping vigorously up-and-down sures are built into your Honda. can dislodge and break the defog- You can help keep your car from ger wires. When cleaning the rear...
  • Page 143 Body repairs affect your car's the insurance company, tell them and body. resistance to corrosion. If your car you want genuine Honda parts needs repairs after a collision, pay used in the repair. Although most close attention to the parts used in...
  • Page 144: 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 cars. It gives If Your Engine Won't Start..you information about how to Nothing Happens...... safely evaluate the problem and The Starter Operates what to do to correct it.
  • Page 145: 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 LOCATION spare tire as a temporary replace- tire: MARK ment only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) on your car as soon as you can.
  • Page 146: Taking Care Of The Unexpected

    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. Stopping in traffic or on the shoul- der 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 traf- fic lanes.
  • Page 147: Changing A Flat Tire

    Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH 7. Locate the jacking point nearest 8. Use the extension and wheel 9. Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. It is tire. Temporarily place the flat wrench as shown to raise the car pointed to by an arrow molded tire on the ground.
  • Page 148 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB 10.Before mounting the spare tire, 11.Put on the spare tire. Put the 12.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 then tighten them in a crisscross with a cloth.
  • Page 149 Changing a Flat Tire 17.Store the jack and tool kit back WING BOLT in the spare tire well. SPACER CONE 18.Store the wheel cover or center cap in the cargo area. 13.Tighten the wheel nuts securely 14.Remove the wheel cover or in the same crisscross pattern.
  • Page 150: If Your Engine Won't Start

    If Your Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why your engine won't Nothing Happens or the Turn the ignition switch to start falls into two areas, depending Starter Motor Operates Very START (III). If the headlights do on what you hear when you turn Slowly not dim, check the condition of the key to START (III):...
  • Page 151 A/C, stereo system, If you find nothing wrong, you will lights, etc. need a qualified technician to find You cannot start a Honda with an Put the transmission in Neutral the problem. See Towing on page automatic transmision by pushing or Park and set the parking 163.
  • Page 152: Jump Starting

    Connect the other end to the positive (+) other end to the grounding strap make sure they have good metal- terminal on your Honda's battery. as shown. Do not connect this to-metal contact. jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
  • Page 153: If Your Engine Overheats

    If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car's tempera- Your car can overheat for several 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. ture gauge should stay in the mid- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in neutral mechanical problem.
  • Page 154 If Your Engine Overheats 4. If the temperature gauge stays at Let the engine cool down until 10.Start the engine and set the the pointer reaches the middle of heater control lever to maximum. the red mark, turn off the engine. the temperature gauge, or lower, Add coolant to the radiator up to 5.
  • Page 155 Low Oil Pressure . Start the engine and watch the 1. Safely pull off the road and shut oil pressure light. If the light off the engine. LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. 2.
  • Page 156 Charging System Indication By eliminating as much of the Immediately turn off all electrical accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT defogger, cruise control, etc. Try drive several miles before the not to use other electrically- battery is too discharged to keep the engine running.
  • Page 157 Check Engine Light If this light comes on, safely pull NOTICE off the road and turn off the engine. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT If you keep driving with the check Restart the engine and watch the engine light on, you can damage check engine light.
  • Page 158: Closing The Moonroof

    Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close ROUND PLUG the moonroof, do the following: SOCKET 1. Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating. 2.
  • Page 159 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your UNDER- INTERIOR car have fuses to protect them HOOD from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The interior fuse box is underneath The underhood fuse box is located in the engine compartment next to the dashboard on the driver's side.
  • Page 160 Fuses Checking and Replacing FUSE PULLER Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on the fuse box cover or inside the fuse box which fuse or fuses control that component.
  • Page 161 Fuses If you replace the burned out fuse 6. If the replacement fuse of the BLOWN with a spare fuse that has a lower same rating burns out in a short rating, it might blow out again. time, there is probably a serious This does not indicate anything electrical problem in your car.
  • Page 162 There are three popular methods of towing a car: It is best to tow the car no far- If your Honda cannot be trans- ported by flat-bed, it should be ther than 80 km (50 miles), and Flat-bed Equipment — The...
  • Page 163: Technical Information

    Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers....you the dimensions and capacities Specifications........ of your Honda, and the locations of Supplemental Restraint the identification numbers. The System........explanations of several electronic Emission Controls......and mechanical systems on your The Clean Air Act....
  • Page 164: 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 insur- ing your car. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
  • Page 165 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped TRANSMISSION NUMBER into the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
  • Page 166: Technical Information

    Specifications page 117. 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 1 : VX, CX, DX 0.4 :(0.11 US gal, 0.09 Imp gal) 2 : Si 2 : US: V X , CX, Canada: VX 3 : VX 3 : US: DX, Si, Canada: CX, DX, Si 4 : US:CX...
  • Page 167: Specifications

    Specifications 1 : US: VX, CX, Canada: VX 2 : US: DX, Canada: CX, DX 3 : S i Technical Information...
  • Page 168 SRS console. indicator light on the instrument The airbag is vented so it stays panel. Take the car to your Honda The sensors are decelerometers, inflated for only an instant and dealer to diagnose and repair the set to trigger in a frontal impact does not block the driver's vision.
  • Page 169: Emission Controls

    NOx and HC burned. is on page react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contri- * In Canada, Honda vehicles Evaporative Emission bute to smog creation, but it is a comply with the Canadian Motor Control System poisonous gas.
  • Page 170 Converter. These four systems work together to control the sions remain low, you should use Exhaust Gas Recirculation only new genuine Honda replace- engine's combustion and minimize (EGR) the amount of HC, CO, and NOx ment parts or their equivalent for A vailable only on VX model that comes out the tailpipe.
  • Page 171: Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to as a three- way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The catalytic converter must ope- CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
  • Page 172 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages....Customer Relations Information....... U.S. Zone Office Map ....Canada Zone Office Map.... Authorized Manuals....Warranty and Customer Relations...
  • Page 173: Warranty Coverages

    Replacement Battery Limited U.S. Cars Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a Warranty — provides coverage for Your new Honda is covered by seat belt that fails to function up to 36 months, with 100% cover- these warranties: properly is covered for the useful age for the first 12 months.
  • Page 174 Customer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the When you call or write, please give 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 Customer Relations Zone Office.
  • Page 175 San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Includes: NYC Metro area and Fairfleld County, CT area (809) 250-8070 The above addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information.
  • Page 176: Canada Zone Office Map

    Canada Zone Office Map Western Zone Quebec Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc. 13240 Worster Court 1750 rue Eiffel Richmond, B.C. Boucherville, Quebec V6V 2B8 J4B 7W1 (604) 278-6504 (514) 655-6161 Central Zone Atlantic Zone Honda Canada Inc. Honda Canada Inc.
  • Page 177: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)

    Authorized Manuals (Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should A Factory-Authorized Manual is Available for contact their authorized Honda dealer.) Your Vehicle. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the form or, for credit card holders, by calling the toll-free.
  • Page 178 Authorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to understand. Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your car.
  • Page 179: Index

    Index Airbag (SRS)........Jump Starting......Air Conditioning......Maintenance......Specifications......Accessories Maintenance......Installation........Before Driving....... Usage..........ACCESSORY Air Filter........Belts, Seat........(Ignition Key Position)....Air Outlets (Vents)......Body Repair........Brakes Adding Air Pressure, Tires ...... Automatic Transmission Break-in, New Linings....Alcohol and Drugs......Fluid..........
  • Page 180 Index Consumer Information....High-mount Brake Light..Checking License Plate Lights....Automatic Transmission Controls, Instruments and.... Rear Side Marker Lights..Fluid........Coolant Specifications......Battery Condition..... Adding........Turn Signal Lights ....Brake Fluid........ Checking........Bulbs, Halogen......Clutch Fluid....... Proper Solution......Engine Belts......Temperature Gauge....
  • Page 181 Index Checking the Fuses ....Fan, Radiator........Dimming the Headlights ....Dipstick Low Oil Pressure Light... Features, Comfort Automatic Transmission..Manually Closing Moonroof .. and Convenience ......Engine Oil........Overheated Engine....Filling the Gas Tank...... Directional Signals......Emergency Brake......Filters Disabled, Towing Your Car If ...
  • Page 182 Index Four-way Flashers......Gearshift Lever Positions Hydraulic Clutch......Front End, Towing by Emergency Automatic Transmission..Hydroplaning........Wrecker........5-speed Transmission....Fuel........... Glass Cleaning......Glove Box........Filler Door and Cap....Filter........... Identification Number, Vehicle........Gauge..........Octane Requirement....If Your Car Has to be Towed..Oxygenated.........
  • Page 183 Index Locks Anti-theft Steering Column..Neutral Gear Position ....Jacking up the Car....... Fuel Filler Door......Jack, Tire........Glove Box ........New Vehicle Break-in....Jump Starting........ Hatch/Tailgate......Normal Shift Speeds...... Low Coolant Level....... NOTICE, Explanation of....Lower Gear, Downshifting to a... Numbers, Identification....
  • Page 184 Index Operation in Foreign Countries... Rear Seat Access......Outside Mirrors......Rear Seat, Folding ......Safety Belts........Overheating, Engine....Rear View Mirror......Safety Defects, Reporting .... Rear Window Defogger ....Reclining the Seat Backs....Safety Labels, Location of.... Safety Messages....... Recommended Shift Speeds ..Panel Brightness Control....
  • Page 185 Index Shifting Steering Wheel Tire Chains........The Automatic Transmission Adjustment........Tire, How to Change a Flat............Anti-theft Column Lock... Tires..........The 5-Speed Transmission..Storing Your Car......Air Pressure......Supplemental Restraint System Checking Wear......Shift Lever Position Service Precautions....Compact Spare......Indicator.........
  • Page 186 Index Vinyl Cleaning......Identification Number..... Defroster........Shifting the Automatic..... Viscosity, Oil......... Wipers, Windshield Shifting the 5-speed....Changing Blades....... Treadwear........Operation........Trip Meter........Worn Tires........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ... Turn Signals........Warning Beepers Key in Ignition......Seat Belts........WARNING, Explanation of... Underside, Cleaning....
  • Page 187: Gas Station Information

    220 kPa (2.2 k g / c m , 32 psi) (Si) Recommended Engine Oil: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Front/Rear: Honda Premium Formula Automatic API SG grade 200 kPa (2.0 k g / c m , 29 psi) "Energy Conserving II" oil Transmission Fluid or an equivalent ®...

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