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2004 CR-V Online Reference Owner's Manual

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Contents

Owner's Identification Form

Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... i

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

Your Vehicle at a Glance...............................................................................................................................2

Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5

Important information about proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of Supplemental

Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................53

Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use controls on

Comfort and Convenience Features.........................................................................................................97

How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other convenience

Before Driving .............................................................................................................................................123

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

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................135

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park.

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................163

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

Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................199

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

Technical Information...............................................................................................................................223

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only).............................................................237

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

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...............................................................................................................241

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.

Restraint System, and valuable information on how to protect children with child restraints.

the dashboard and steering column.

features.

a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them.

your warranty manual for detailed information.

This Owner’s Manual should be considered

a permanent part of the vehicle, and should

remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This Owner’s Manual covers all models of

the CR-V. You may find descriptions of

equipment and features that are not on your

particular model.

The information and specifications included

in this publication were in effect at the time

of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,

Ltd. reserves the right, however, to

discontinue or change specifications or

design at any time without notice and

without incurring any obligation whatsoever.

Owner’s Identification

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OWNER

ADDRESS

V. I. N.

DELIVERY DATE

DEALER NAME DEALER NO.

ADDRESS

OWNER’S SIGNATURE

DEALER’S SIGNATURE

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE

(Date sold to original retail purchaser)

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/

POSTAL CODE

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Congratulations! Your selection of a 2004 Honda CR-V was a wise

investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to

read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and

convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so

youcanrefertoitatanytime.

Several warranties protect your new Honda. Read the warranty booklet

thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights

and responsibilities.

California Proposition 65 Warning

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

As you read this manual, you will

find information that is preceded by

a symbol. This

information is intended to help you

avoid damage to your Honda, other

property, or the environment.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual

helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.

When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda

dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to

your Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be

pleased to answer any questions and concerns.

Introduction

WARNING:

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Your safety, and the safety of others,

is very important. And operating this

vehicle safely is an important

responsibility.

To help you make informed

decisions about safety, we have

provided operating procedures and

other information on labels and in

this manual. This information alerts

you to potential hazards that could

hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or

possible to warn you about all the

hazards associated with operating or

maintaining your vehicle. You must

use your own good judgement.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,

including:

on the vehicle.

preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of

three signal words: , , or .

These signal words mean:

such as Important Safety Reminders or Important

Safety Precautions.

such as Driver and Passenger Safety.

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it

carefully.

how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

AFewWordsAboutSafety

Safety Labels

Safety Messages

Safety Headings

Safety Section

Instructions

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY

HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY

HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow

instructions.

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Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground

clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough

terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.

These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a high

center of gravity. This means your vehicle can tip or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a

significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly

more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. As a reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear

seat belts.

For information on how to reduce the risk of rollover, read ‘‘Driving Guidelines’’ on page of this manual and the

section on page . Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an

accident.

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Off-Highway Guidelines

Important Handling Information

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Your Vehicle at a Glance

POWER DOOR

LOCK SWITCH

MIRROR CONTROLS

GAUGES

PARKING BRAKE

HEATING/COOLING

CONTROLS

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE

A/T model is shown.

HATCH GLASS RELEASE

BUTTON

POWER WINDOW

SWITCHES

(P.72)

(P.86)

(P.73)

(P.125) (P.126)

(P.98)

(P.67)

(P.61)

(P.89)

INSTRUMENT PANEL (P.55)

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.:

Your Vehicle at a Glance

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS

MOONROOF

CRUISE CONTROL

A/T model is shown.

HORN

PARKING BRAKE

REAR WINDOW

DEFOGGER

WINDSHIELD

WIPERS/WASHERS

SHIFT LEVER (A/T)

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

AUDIO SYSTEM

DIGITAL CLOCK

(P.88)

(P.119)

(P.68) (P.67)

(P.66)

(P.64)

(P.66)

(P.142)(P.65)

(P.102)

(P.118)

HAZARD WARNING

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This section gives you important

information about how to protect

yourself and your passengers. It

shows you how to use seat belts

properly. It explains how your

airbags work. And it tells you how to

properly restrain infants and

children in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 6

.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 7

.......................................Seat Belts . 8

.........................................Airbags . 10

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 12

.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 12

...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 12

............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 14

...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 15

5. Fasten and Position the

..Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts . 15

....6. Adjust the Steering Wheel . 17

7. Maintain a Proper Sitting

................................Position . 17

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 18

...Additional Safety Precautions . 19

Additional Information About Your

.................................Seat Belts . 20

..Seat Belt System Components . 20

......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20

Automatic Seat Belt

...............................Tensioners . 21

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 22

Additional Information About Your

.....................................Airbags . 23

......Airbag System Components . 23

How Your Front Airbags

.........................................Work . 23

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26

How the SRS Indicator

.......................................Works . 27

How the Side Airbag Off

......................Indicator Works . 28

.............................Airbag Service . 28

...Additional Safety Precautions . 29

Protecting Children General

................................Guidelines . 30

All Children Must Be

...............................Restrained . 30

All Children Should Sit in the

.................................Back Seat . 31

The Passenger’s Front Airbag

...............Poses Serious Risks . 31

If You Must Drive with Several

...................................Children . 34

If a Child Requires Close

..................................Attention . 34

...Additional Safety Precautions . 34

.......................Protecting Infants . 36

.........Protecting Small Children . 38

.................Selecting a Child Seat . 39

................Installing a Child Seat . 40

.......Protecting Larger Children . 46

.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50

...................................Safety Labels . 51

Driver and Passenger Safety

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You’ll find many safety

recommendations throughout this

section, and throughout this manual.

Therecommendationsonthispage

are the ones we consider to be the

most important.

A seat belt is your best protection in

all types of collisions. Airbags

supplement seat belts, but airbags

are designed to inflate only in a

moderate to severe frontal collision.

So even though your vehicle is

equipped with airbags, make sure

you and your passengers always

wear your seat belts, and wear them

properly (see page ).

Children age 12 and under should

ride properly restrained in a back

seat. Infants and small children

should be restrained in a child seat.

Larger children should use a booster

and a lap/shoulder belt until they

canusethebeltproperlywithouta

booster (see page ).

While airbags can save lives, they

can cause serious or fatal injuries to

occupants who sit too close to them,

or are not properly restrained.

Infants, young children, and short

adults are at the greatest risk. Be

sure to follow all instructions and

warnings in this manual (see page

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even

one drink can reduce your ability to

respond to changing conditions, and

your reaction time gets worse with

every additional drink. So don’t drink

and drive, and don’t let your friends

drink and drive, either.

Excessive speed is a major factor in

crash injuries and deaths. Generally,

the higher the speed the greater the

risk, but serious injuries can also

occur at lower speeds. Never drive

faster than is safe for current

conditions, regardless of the

maximum speed posted.

Having a tire blowout or a

mechanical failure can be extremely

hazardous. To reduce the possibility

of such problems, check your tire

pressures and condition frequently,

and perform all regularly scheduled

maintenance (see page ).

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Important Safety Precautions

Driver and Passenger Safety

Always Wear Your Seat Belt

Restrain All Children

Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

Don’t Drink and Drive

Control Your Speed

Keep Your Vehicle in Safe

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Your vehicle is equipped with many

features that work together to

protect you and your passengers

during a crash.

Some safety features do not require

anyactiononyourpart.These

include a strong steel framework

that forms a safety cage around the

passenger compartment; front and

rear crush zones, a collapsible

steering column, and seat belt

tensioners that tighten the front seat

belts in the event of a crash.

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Driver and Passenger Safety

(5)

(7)

(10)

(3)

(4)

(1)

(2)

(9)

(8)

(6)

(2)

(7) Front Airbags

(8) Side Airbags

(U.S. EX, Canadian EX and EX-L)

(9) Front Seat Belt Tensioners

(10) Door Locks

(1) Safety Cage

(2) Crush Zones

(3) Seats and Seat-Backs

(4) Head Restraints

(5) Collapsible Steering Column

(6) Seat Belts

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However, you and your passengers

can’t take full advantage of these

safety features unless you remain

sitting in a proper position and

always wear your seat belts properly.

Infact,somesafetyfeaturescan

contribute to injuries if they are not

used properly.

The following pages explain how you

cantakeanactiveroleinprotecting

yourself and your passengers.

Your vehicle is equipped with seat

belts in all seating positions.

Your seat belt system also includes a

light on the instrument panel to

remind you and your passengers to

fasten your seat belts.

Seat belts are the single most

effective safety device for adults and

larger children (Infants and smaller

children must be properly restrained

in child seats).

Not wearing a seat belt properly

increases the chance of serious

injury or death in a crash, even

though your vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and all

Canadian provinces require you to

wear seat belts.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Seat Belts

Why Wear Seat Belts

Driver and Passenger Safety

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When properly worn, seat belts:

Help protect you in almost every

type of crash, including frontal,

side, and rear impacts and

rollovers.

Help keep you from being thrown

against the inside of the vehicle

and against other occupants.

Keep you from being thrown out

of the vehicle.

Help keep you in a good position

should the airbags ever deploy. A

good position reduces the risk of

injury from an inflating airbag, and

allows you to get the best

advantage from the airbag.

Of course, seat belts cannot

completely protect you in every

crash.Butinmostcases,seatbelts

can reduce your risk of serious

injury.

Always wear your seat belt, and

make sure you wear it properly.

Keep you connected to the vehicle

so you can take advantage of the

vehicle’s built-in safety features.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Driver and Passenger Safety

What You Should Do:

Not wearing a seat belt properly

increases the chance of serious

injury or death in a crash, even

if you have airbags.

Be sure you and your

passengers always wear seat

belts and wear them properly.

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Your vehicle has a Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) with front

airbags to help protect the heads and

chests of the driver and a front seat

passenger during a moderate to

severe frontal collision (see page

for more information on how

your front airbags work).

Your vehicle also has side airbags to

help protect the upper torso of the

driver or a front seat passenger

during a moderate to severe side

impact (see page for more

information on how your side airbags

work).

The most important things you need

to know about your airbags are:

They are designed to supplement

the seat belts.

To do

their job, airbags must inflate with

tremendous force. So while

airbags help save lives, they can

cause minor injuries or more

serious or even fatal injuries if

occupants are not properly

restrained or sitting properly.

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Only on models equipped with side

airbags

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Driver and Passenger Safety

Airbags

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

Airbags can pose hazards.

Airbags offer no protection in rear

impacts, rollovers, or minor

frontal or side collisions.

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Always wear your seat belt properly,

sit upright, and as far back from the

steering wheel while allowing full

control of the vehicle. A front

passenger should move their seat as

far back from the dashboard as

possible.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Driver and Passenger Safety

What You Should Do:

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After everyone has entered the

vehicle, be sure the doors are closed

and locked.

If you sit too close to the steering

wheel or dashboard, you can be

seriously injured by an inflating front

airbag, or by striking the steering

wheel or dashboard.

See page for important guidelines

on how to properly protect infants,

small children, and larger children

who ride in your vehicle.

The following pages provide

instructions on how to properly

protect the driver, adult passengers

and teenage children who are large

enough and mature enough to ride in

the front seat.

Remember however, that no safety

system can prevent all injures or

deaths that can occur in severe

crashes, even where seat belts are

properly worn and the airbags deploy.

The rest of this section gives more

detailed information about how you

can maximize your safety.

Locking the doors reduces the

chance of someone being thrown out

of the vehicle during a crash, and it

helps prevent passengers from

accidentally opening a door and

falling out.

Adjust the driver’s seat as far to the

rear as possible while allowing you to

maintain control of the vehicle. Have

a front passenger adjust their seat as

far to the rear as possible.

Locking the doors also helps prevent

an outsider from unexpectedly

opening a door when you come to a

stop.

See page for how to lock the

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Driver and Passenger Safety

Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front SeatsIntroduction 1. 2.

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The National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration and Transport

Canada recommend that drivers

allow at least 10 inches (25 cm)

between the center of the steering

wheel and the chest.

If you cannot get far enough away

from the steering wheel and still

reach the controls, we recommend

that you investigate whether some

type of adaptive equipment may help.

Once your seat is adjusted correctly,

rock it back and forth to make sure

the seat is locked into position. See

page for how to adjust the front

seats.

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Driver and Passenger Safety

Sitting too close to a front

airbag can result in serious

injury or death if the front

airbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from the

front airbags as possible.

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Adjust the driver’s seat-back to a

comfortable, upright position,

leaving ample space between your

chest and the airbag cover in the

center of the steering wheel.

Passengers with adjustable seat-

backs should also adjust their seat-

back to a comfortable, upright

position.

Reclining a seat-back so that the

shoulder part of the belt no longer

rests against the occupant’s chest

reduces the protective capability of

the belt. It also increases the chance

of sliding under the belt in a crash

and being seriously injured. The

farther a seat-back is reclined, the

greater the risk of injury.

See page for how to adjust seat-

backs.

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Driver and Passenger Safety

Adjust the Seat-Backs3.

Reclining the seat-back too far

can result in serious injury or

death in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to an

upright position, and sit well

back in the seat.

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Adjust the driver’s head restraint so

the back of your head rests against

the center of the restraint.

Have passengers with adjustable

restraints adjust their restraints

properly as well. Taller persons

should adjust their restraint as high

as possible.

Properly adjusted head restraints

will help protect occupants from

whiplash and other crash injuries.

See page for how to adjust the

head restraints.

Insert the latch plate into the buckle,

then tug on the belt to make sure the

belt is securely latched. Also check

that the belt is not twisted, because a

twisted belt can cause serious

injuries in a crash.

Position the lap part of the belt as

low as possible across your hips,

then pull up on the shoulder part of

thebeltsothelappartfitssnugly.

This lets your strong pelvic bones

take the force of a crash and reduces

the chance of internal injuries.

In the rear center seating position,

be sure the detachable anchor is

latched securely (see page ).

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Adjust the Head Restraints Fasten and Position the Lap/

Shoulder Seat Belts

4. 5.

Improperly positioning head

restraints reduces their

effectiveness and you can be

seriously injured in a crash.

Make sure head restraints are

in place and positioned properly

before driving.

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If necessary, pull up on the belt again

to remove any slack, then check that

the belt rests across the center of

your chest and over your shoulder.

This spreads the forces of a crash

over the strongest bones in your

upper body.

If the seat belt touches or crosses

your neck, or if it crosses your arm

instead of your shoulder, you need to

adjust the seat belt anchor height.

To adjust the height of a front seat

belt anchor, press and hold the

release button and slide the anchor

up or down as needed (the anchor

has four positions).

This could cause

very serious injuries in a crash.

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Driver and Passenger Safety

Never place the shoulder portion of a

lap/shoulder belt under your arm or

behind your back.

RELEASE BUTTONS

Improperly positioning the seat

belts can cause serious injury

or death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts are

properly positioned before

driving.

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If a seat belt does not seem to work

as it should, it may not protect the

occupant in a crash.

Using a seat

belt that is not working properly can

result in serious injury or death.

Have your Honda dealer check the

belt as soon as possible.

See page for additional

information about your seat belts

and how to take care of them.

Adjust the steering wheel, if needed,

so that the wheel points toward your

chest, not toward your face. This

provides optimal protection from the

front airbag.

See page for how to adjust the

steering wheel.

After all occupants have adjusted

their seats and put on seat belts, it is

very important that they continue to

sit upright, well back in their seats,

with their feet on the floor, until the

vehicle is parked and the engine is

off.

Sitting improperly can increase the

chance of injury during a crash. For

example, if an occupant slouches,

lies down, turns sideways, sits

forward, leans forward or sideways,

or puts one or both feet up, the

chance of injury during a crash is

greatly increased.

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No one should sit in a seat with an

inoperative seat belt.

Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting

Position

6. 7.

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In addition, an occupant who is out of

position in the front seat can be

seriously or fatally injured by

striking interior parts of the vehicle,

or being struck by an inflating front

airbag. Being struck by an inflating

side airbag can result in possibly

serious injuries.

If you are pregnant, the best way to

protect yourself and your unborn

child when driving or riding in a

vehicle is to always wear a seat belt,

and keep the lap part of the belt as

low as possible across the hips.

When driving, remember to sit

upright and adjust the seat as far

back as possible while allowing full

control of the vehicle. When riding

as a front passenger, adjust the seat

as far back as possible.

This will reduce the risk of injuries

to both you and your unborn child

that can be caused by a crash or an

inflating front airbag.

Each time you have a check-up, ask

your doctor if it’s okay for you to

drive.

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Advice for Pregnant Women

Sitting improperly or out of

position can result in serious

injury or death.

Always sit upright, well back in

the seat, with your feet on the

floor.

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All passengers

must sit in locked, upright seats

andbeproperlyrestrainedbyseat

belts.

A passenger who is not

wearing a seat belt during a crash

or emergency stop can be thrown

against the inside of the vehicle,

against other occupants, or out of

the vehicle.

If they do, they

could be very seriously injured in a

crash.

Objects on

the covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’

could interfere with the proper

operation of the airbags. Or, if the

airbags inflate, the objects could

be propelled inside the vehicle and

hurt someone if the airbags inflate.

If a side airbag

inflates,acupholderorotherhard

object attached on or near the

door could be propelled inside the

vehicle and hurt someone.

If your

hands or arms are close to an

airbag cover, they could be injured

if the front airbag inflates.

Devices intended to improve

occupant comfort or reposition the

shoulder part of a seat belt can

severely compromise the

protective capability of the seat

belt and increase the chance of

serious injury in a crash.

Carrying hard or sharp

objects on your lap, or driving with

a pipe or other sharp objects in

your mouth, can result in injuries

if your front airbag inflates.

Additional Safety Precautions

Never let passengers ride in the

cargo area or on top of a folded-

down back seat.

Passengers should not stand up or

change seats while the vehicle is

moving.

Two people should never use the

same seat belt.

Do not attach or place objects on

the front airbag covers.

On models with side airbags, do

not attach hard objects on or near

a f ront door.

Keep your hands and arms away

from the airbag covers.

Do not put any accessories on seat

belts.

Do not place hard or sharp objects

between yourself and a front

airbag.

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Your seat belt system includes lap/

shoulder belts in all five seating

positions. The front seat belts are

also equipped with automatic seat

belt tensioners.

The seat belt system

includes a light on the

instrument panel to remind you and

your passengers to fasten your belts.

If you turn the ignition switch ON

(II) without fastening your seat belt,

a beeper will sound and the indicator

light will blink. The beeper will stop

after a few seconds, but the light will

stay on until the driver’s seat belt is

fastened.

To fasten the belt, insert the latch

plate into the buckle, then tug on the

belt to make sure the buckle is

latched (see page for how to

properly position the belt).

To unlock the belt, push the red

PRESSbuttononthebuckle.Guide

the belt across your body so that it

retracts completely. After exiting the

vehicle, be sure the belt is out of the

way and will not get closed in the

door.

All seat belts have an emergency

locking retractor. In normal driving,

the retractor lets you move freely in

your seat while it keeps some

tension on the belt. During a collision

or sudden stop, the retractor

automatically locks the belt to help

restrain your body.

If the shoulder part of the belt is

pulled all the way out, the locking

mechanism will activate. The belt

will retract, but it will not allow the

passenger to move freely.

The lap/shoulder belt goes over

your shoulder, across your chest,

and across your hips.

The seat belts in all positions except

the driver’s have an additional

locking mechanism that must be

activated to secure a child seat (see

page ).

To deactivate the locking

mechanism, unlatch the buckle, and

let the seat belt fully retract. To

refasten the belt, pull it out only as

far as needed.

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Driver and Passenger Safety

Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt

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The lap/shoulder belt in the center

seating position on the rear seat is

equipped with a detachable anchor

that has two parts: a small latch plate

and an anchor buckle.

For added protection, the front seat

belts are equipped with automatic

seat belt tensioners. When activated,

the tensioners immediately tighten

the belts to help hold the driver and

a front passenger in place.

The tensioners are designed to

activate primarily in frontal collisions,

andtheyshouldactivateinany

collision severe enough to cause

front-airbag inflation.

When the tensioners are activated,

the seat belts will remain tight until

they are unbuckled in the normal

manner.

However, the tensioners can be

activated during a collision in which

where the front airbags do not

deploy. In this case, the airbags

would not be needed, but the

additional restraint could be helpful.

The detachable anchor should

normally be latched whenever the

seat-backs are in an upright position.

For more information about the

detachable anchors (see page ).84

Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

Driver and Passenger Safety

Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

DETACHABLE ANCHOR

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For safety, you should check the

condition of your seat belts regularly.

Honda provides a lifetime warranty

on seat belts for U.S. models. See

your

booklet for details.

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,

it must be replaced by the dealer. A

belt that has been worn during a

crash may not provide the same level

of protection in a subsequent crash.

For information on how to clean your

seat belts, see page .

Pull each belt out fully and look for

frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check

that the latches work smoothly and

the belts retract easily. Any belt not

in good condition or not working

properly will not provide good

protection and should be replaced as

soon as possible.

The dealer should also inspect the

anchors for damage and replace

them if needed. If automatic seat belt

tensioners activate during a crash,

they must be replaced.

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Driver and Passenger Safety

Not checking or maintaining

seat belts can result in serious

injury or death if the seat belts

do not work properly when

needed.

Check your seat belts regularly

and have any problem

corrected as soon as possible.

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Your airbag system includes:

one for the driver and one for a

front passenger. The airbags are

stored in the outer edges of the

seat-backs. Both are marked

‘‘SIDE AIRBAG’’ (see page ).

Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint

System) front airbags. The driver’s

airbag is stored in the center of

the steering wheel; the front

passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe

dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS

AIRBAG.’’

Automatic seat belt tensioners

(see page ).

Sensors that can detect a

moderate to severe frontal impact

or side impact in models equipped

with side airbags.

A sophisticated electronic system

that continually monitors and

records information about the

sensors, the control unit, the

airbag activators, and driver and

frontpassengerseatbeltusewhen

the ignition is in the ON (II)

position.

If you ever have a moderate to

severe frontal collision, sensors will

detect the vehicle’s rapid

deceleration. If the rate of

deceleration is high enough, the

control unit will instantly inflate the

driver’s and front passenger’s front

airbags, at the time and with the

force needed.

An indicator light on the

instrument panel that alerts you to

a possible problem with your

airbags (see page ).

an indicator light on the

dashboard that alerts you that the

passenger’s side airbag has been

turned off (see page ).

Emergency backup power in case

your vehicle’s electrical system is

disconnected in a crash.

On models equipped with side airbags,

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During a frontal crash, your seat belt

restrains your lower body and torso,

and the airbag helps protect your

head and chest.

Although both airbags normally

inflate within split second of each

other, it is possible for only one

airbag to deploy.

This can happen if the severity of a

collision is at the margin, or

threshold, that determines whether

or not the airbags will deploy. In

such cases, the seat belt will provide

sufficient protection, and the

supplemental protection offered by

the airbag would be minimal.

After inflating, the front airbags

immediately deflate, so they won’t

interfere with the driver’s visibility,

or the ability to steer or operate

other controls.

The total time for inflation and

deflation is one-tenth of a second, so

fast that most occupants are not

aware that the airbags deployed until

they see them lying in their laps.

After a crash, you may see what

looks like smoke. This is actually

powder from the airbag’s surface.

Although the powder is not harmful,

people with respiratory problems

mayexperiencesometemporary

discomfort. If this occurs, get out of

the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do

so.

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Your front airbags are dual-stage

airbags. This means they have two

inflation stages that can be ignited

sequentially or simultaneously,

depending on crash severity.

In a crash, both stages

will ignite simultaneously to provide

the quickest and greatest protection.

In a crash, one stage will

ignite first, then the second stage

will ignite a split second later. This

provides longer airbag inflation time

with a little less force.

Your front airbags are also dual-

threshold airbags. Airbags with this

feature have two deployment

thresholds that depend on whether

or not the occupant is wearing a seat

belt.

It the occupant’s belt is ,

the airbag will deploy at the same

threshold as a conventional airbag,

because the occupant would need

additional protection.

If the occupant’s belt , the

airbag will inflate at a slightly higher

threshold, when the airbag would be

needed to supplement the protection

provided by the seat belt.

Dual-Stage Airbags

more severe

less severe

Dual-Threshold Airbags

not latched

is latched

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On models equipped

If you ever have a moderate to

severe side impact, the sensors will

detect rapid deceleration and signal

the control unit to instantly inflate

either the driver’s or the passenger’s

side airbag.

Only one airbag will deploy during a

side impact. If the impact is on the

passenger’s side, the passenger’s

side airbag will deploy even if there

is no passenger.

To get the best protection from the

side airbags, occupants should wear

their seat belts and sit upright and

well back in their seats.

The passenger’s side airbag has a

cutoff system designed to turn off

the passenger’s side airbag if a child’s

head is in the airbag’s deployment

path (see page ).

If the side airbag off indicator comes

on, have the passenger sit upright.

Once the passenger is out of the

deployment path of the side airbag,

the system will turn the airbag back

on and the indicator will go out.

A front seat passenger should not

use a cushion or other object as a

backrest. It may prevent the cutoff

system from working properly.

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If you see any of these indications,

airbags and seat belt tensioners may

not work when you need them.

If the indicator comes on at any

other time, or does not come on at all,

you should have the system checked

by your dealer. For example:

If the SRS indicator does not come

on after you turn the ignition to

ON (II).

If the indicator stays on after the

engine starts.

If the indicator comes on or

flashesonandoffwhileyoudrive.

The SRS indicator alerts

you to a potential problem

with your front airbags, side airbags,

or front seat belt tensioners (see

page ).

When you turn the ignition to ON

(II), this indicator will come on

briefly then go out. This tells you

that the system is working properly.

Additional Information About Your Airbags

Driver and Passenger Safety

How the SRS Indicator Works

Ignoring the SRS indicator can

result in serious injury or death

if the airbag systems or

tensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by a

dealer as soon as possible if

the SRS indicator alerts you to

a possible problem.

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On models equipped

To reduce the risk of injury from an

inflating side airbag, your vehicle has

an automatic cutoff system for the

passenger’s side airbag.

Although Honda does not encourage

children to ride in front, this system

is designed to shut off the side

airbag if a child leans sideways and

the child’s head is in the side airbag

deployment path.

If a short adult leans sideways, or a

larger adult slouches and leans

sideways into deployment path, the

system may also shut off the side

airbag.

Your airbag systems are virtually

maintenance-free, and there are no

parts you can safely service.

However, you must have your

vehicle serviced if:

Any airbag

that has deployed must be

replaced along with the control

unit and other related parts. If a

front airbag inflates, the seat belt

tensioners must also be replaced.

Do not try to remove or replace

anyairbagbyyourself.Thismust

be done by a Honda dealer or a

knowledgeable body shop.

This indicator alerts you

that the passenger’s side

airbag has been automatically shut

off. It does mean there is a

problem with your side airbags.

When you turn the ignition switch to

ON (II), the indicator should light

briefly and go out. If it doesn’t light,

stays on, or comes on while driving

without a passenger in the front seat,

have the system checked.

Take your vehicle to an

authorized Honda dealer as soon

as possible. If you ignore this

indication, your airbags may not

operate properly.

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Airbag ServiceHow the Side Airbag Off

Indicator Works

An airbag ever inflates.not

The SRS indicator alerts you to a

problem.

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Together, airbags and

seat belts provide the best

protection.

Tampering could cause

the airbags to deploy, possibly

causing very serious injury.

If water or another liquid

soaks into a seat-back, it can

prevent the side airbag cutoff

system from working properly.

Improperly

replacing or covering front seat-

back covers can prevent your side

airbags from inflating during a

side impact.

Additional Safety Precautions

Donotattempttodeactivateyour

airbags.

Do not tamper with airbag

components or wiring for any

reason.

Do not expose the front seat-backs

to liquid.

Do not cover or replace front seat-

back covers without consulting a

Honda dealer.

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Each year, many children are injured

or killed in vehicle crashes because

they are either unrestrained or not

properly restrained. In fact, vehicle

accidents are the number one cause

of death of children ages 12 and

under.

If you have children, or if you ever

need to drive with a child in your

vehicle, be sure to read this section.

It begins with important general

guidelines, then presents special

information for infants, small

children, and larger children.

Children depend on adults to protect

them. However, despite their best

intentions, many adults do not know

how to properly protect child

passengers. To reduce the number of child

deaths and injuries, every state and

Canadian province requires that

infants and children be properly

restrained when they ride in a

vehicle.

All Children Must Be Restrained

Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Children General Guidelines

Children who are unrestrained

or improperly restrained can be

seriously injured or killed in a

crash.

Any child too small for a seat

belt should be properly

restrained in a child seat. A

larger child should be properly

restrained with a seat belt and

use a booster if necessary.

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(see pages ).

According to accident statistics,

children of all ages and sizes are

safer when they are restrained in the

back seat. The National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration and

Transport Canada recommend that

all children age 12 and under be

properly restrained in the back seat.

Children who ride in back are less

likely to be injured by striking

interior vehicle parts during a

collision or hard braking. Also,

children cannot be injured by an

inflating airbag when they ride in the

back.

Front airbags have been designed to

help protect adults in a moderate to

severe frontal collision. To do this

the passenger’s front airbag is quite

large and it can inflate with enough

force to cause very serious injuries.

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Infants and small children must be

restrained in an approved child seat

that is properly secured to the

vehicle

Larger children must be restrained

with a lap/shoulder belt and ride on

a booster until the seat belt fits them

properly

All Children Should Sit in the

Back Seat

The Passenger’s Front Airbag

Poses Serious Risks

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the airbag inflates, it can hit the back

of the child seat with enough force

to kill or very seriously injure an

infant.

Whenever possible,

larger children should sit in the back

seat, in a booster seat if needed, and

be properly restrained with a seat

belt (see page for important

information about protecting larger

children).

If the vehicle seat is

too far forward, or the child’s head is

thrown forward during a collision, an

inflating front airbag can strike the

child with enough force to kill or

very seriously injure small child.

Infants

Never put a rear-facing child seat in

the front seat of a vehicle equipped

with a passenger’s front airbag.

Small Children Larger Children

Children who have outgrown child

seats are also at risk of being injured

or killed by an inflating passenger’s

front airbag.

Placing a forward-facing child seat in

the front seat of a vehicle equipped

with a passenger’s front airbag can

be hazardous.

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To remind you of the passenger’s

front airbag hazards, and that

children must be properly restrained

in the back seat, your vehicle has

warninglabelsonthedashboardand

on the driver’s and front passenger’s

visors. Please read and follow the

instructions on these labels.

To remind you of the front airbag

hazards, your vehicle has warning

labels on the driver’s and front

passenger’s visors. Please read and

follow the instructions on these

labels.

U.S. Models Canadian Models

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Your vehicle has three seating

positions in the back seat where

children can be properly restrained.

If your ever have to carry a group of

children, and a child must ride in

front:

Place the largest child in the front

seat, provided the child is large

enough to wear the lap/shoulder

belt properly (see page ).

Move the vehicle seat as far to the

rear as possible (see page ).

Have the child sit upright and well

backintheseat(seepage ).

Make sure the seat belt is properly

positioned and secured (see page

Many parents say they prefer to put

an infant or small child in the front

passenger seat so they can watch the

child, or because the child requires

attention.

Neverholdaninfantorchildon

your lap. If you are not wearing a

seat belt in crash, you could be

thrown forward and crash the

child against the dashboard or a

seat-back. If you are wearing a

seat belt the child can be torn

from your arms and be seriously

hurt or killed.

Never put a seat belt over yourself

or a child. During a crash, the belt

could press deep into the child and

cause serious or fatal injuries.

Never let two children use the

same seat belt. If they do, they

could be very seriously injured in a

crash.

Placing a child in the front seat

exposes the child to hazards from

the passenger’s front airbag, and

paying close attention to a child

distracts the driver from the

important tasks of driving, placing

both of you at risk.

If a child requires close physical

attention or frequent visual contact,

we strongly recommend that another

adult ride with the child in the back

seat. The back seat is far safer for a

child than the front.

If You Must Drive with Several

Children

If a Child Requires Close

Attention

Additional Safety Precautions

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Use childproof door locks to prevent

children from opening the doors.

This can prevent children from

accidentally falling out.

Lock all doors and the tailgate

when your vehicle is not in use.

Children who play in vehicles can

accidentally get trapped inside the

vehicle. Teach your children not to

play in or around vehicles.

Keep vehicle keys and remote

transmitters out of the reach of

children. Even very young

children learn how to unlock

vehicle doors, turn on the ignition,

and open the tailgate or hatch

glass, which can lead to accidental

injury or death.

Do not leave children alone in a

vehicle. Leaving children without

adult supervision is illegal in most

states and Canadian provinces,

and can be very hazardous. For

example, infants and small

childrenleftinavehicleonahot

day can die from heatstroke. And

children left alone with the key in

the ignition can accidentally set

the vehicle in motion, possibly

injuring themselves or others.

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Only a rear-facing child seat provides

proper support for a baby’s head,

neck, and back.

An infant must be properly

restrained in a rear-facing, reclining

child seat until the child reaches the

seat maker’s weight or height limit

for the seat and the child is at least

one year old.

Two types of seats may be used: a

seat designed exclusively for infants,

or a convertible seat used in the rear-

facing, reclining mode.

If placed

facing forward, an infant could be

very seriously injured during a

frontal collision.

Child Seat Type

Do not put a rear-facing child seat in

a forward-facing position.

Protecting Infants

Driver and Passenger Safety

Placing a rear-facing child seat

in the front seat can result in

serious injury or death if the

passenger’s front airbag inflates.

Always place a rear-facing child

seat in the back seat, not the

front.

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When properly installed, a rear-

facing child seat may prevent the

driver or a front passenger from

moving the seat as far back as

recommended, or from locking the

seat-back in the desired position.

In either of these situations, we

strongly recommend that you install

the child seat directly behind the

front passenger seat, move the front

seat as far forward as needed, and

leave it unoccupied. Or you may wish

to get a smaller child seat that allows

you to safely carry a front passenger.

Never put a rear-facing child seat in

the front seat. If the passenger’s

front airbag inflates, it can hit the

back of the child seat with enough

forcetokillorseriouslyinjurean

infant.

In this vehicle, a rear-facing child

seatcanbeplacedinanyseating

position in the back seat, but not in

the front seat.

Child Seat Placement

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Of the different seats available, we

recommend those that have a five-

point harness system as shown.

A child who is at least one year old,

and who fits within the child seat

maker’s weight and height limits,

should be restrained in a forward-

facing, upright child seat.

We also recommend that a small

child stay in the child seat as long as

possible, until the child reaches the

weight or height limit for the seat.

If it is necessary to put a forward-

facing child seat in the front, move

the vehicle seat as far to the rear as

possible, be sure the child seat is

firmly secured to the vehicle, and the

child is properly strapped in the seat.

We strongly recommend placing a

forward-facing child seat in a back

seat, not the front.

If the vehicle seat is too

far forward, or the child’s head is

thrown forward during a collision, an

inflating airbag can strike the child

with enough force to cause very

serious or fatal injuries.

Protecting Small Children

Child Seat Type

Child Seat Placement

Placing a forward-facing child seat in

the front seat of a vehicle equipped

with a passenger’s airbag can be

hazardous.

Protecting Small Children

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Placing a forward-facing child

seat in the front seat can result

in serious injury or death if the

front airbag inflates.

Ifyoumustplaceaforward-

facing child seat in front, move

the vehicle seat as far back as

possible, and properly restrain

the child.

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When buying a child seat, you need

to choose between a conventional

child seat, or one designed for use

with the Lower Anchors and Tethers

for Children (LATCH) system.

Conventional child seats must be

secured to a vehicle with a seat belt,

whereas LATCH-compatible seats

are secured by attaching the seat to

hardware built into the two outer

seating positions in the back seat.

Since LATCH-compatible child seats

are easier to install and reduce the

possibility of improper installation,

we recommend selecting this style.

We also recommend selecting a

LATCH-compatible seat with a rigid,

rather than a flexible, anchor (see

page ).

In seating positions and vehicles not

equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-

compatible child seat can be installed

using a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, to

provide proper protection, a child

seat should meet three

requirements:

Look for FMVSS

213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

Rear-facing for infants, forward-

facing for small children.

Before purchasing a conventional

child seat, or using a previously

purchased one, we recommend that

you test the seat in the specific

vehicle seating position, or positions,

where the seat will be used.

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The child seat should meet U.S. or

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety

Standard 213.

The child seat should be of the

proper type and size to fit the child.

The child seat should fit the

vehicle seating position (or

positions) where it will be used.

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A child seat secured with a seat belt

should be installed as firmly as

possible. However, it does not need

to be ‘‘rock solid’’. Some side-to-side

movement can be expected and

should not reduce the child seat’s

effectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, try

installing it in a different seating

position, or use a different style of

child seat that can be firmly secured.

Make sure the child is properly

strappedinthechildseat

according to the child seat maker’s

instructions. A child who is not

properly secured in a child seat

can be seriously injured in a crash.

After selecting a proper child seat,

and a good place to install the seat,

there are three main steps in

installing the seat:

All child seats must be

secured to the vehicle with the lap

part of a lap/shoulder belt or with

the LATCH (Lower Anchors and

Tethers for Children) system. A

child whose seat is not properly

secured to the vehicle can be

endangered in a crash.

After installing a child

seat, push and pull the seat

forward and from side to side to

verify that it is secure.

The following pages provide

guidelines on how to properly install

a child seat. A forward-facing child

seat is used in all examples, but the

instructions are the same for rear-

facing child seat.

Secure the child in the child seat.

Properly secure the child seat to

the vehicle.

Make sure the child seat is firmly

secured.

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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.

Small marks are positioned to

indicate the locations of each anchor

point.

To install a LATCH-compatible child

seat:

Move the seat belt buckle or

tongue away from the lower

anchors.

Make sure there are no objects

near the anchors that could

prevent a secure connection

between the child seat and

anchors.

Place the child seat on the vehicle

seat, and attach the seat to the

lower anchors according to the

child seat maker’s instructions.

Some LATCH-compatible seats

have a rigid-type connection as

shown above.

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Rigid type

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Remove the head restraint (see

page ).

Make sure the removed head

restraints are secured in the cargo

area. Reinstall the head restraints

when the child seat is removed.

Other LATCH-compatible seats have

a flexible-type connection as shown

above.

Whatever type you have, follow

the child seat maker’s instructions

for adjusting or tightening the fit.

Route the tether strap over the

seat-back, making sure the strap is

not twisted.

Attach the tether strap hook to the

tether anchorage point, then

tighten the strap as instructed by

the child seat maker.

Push and pull the child seat

forward and from side-to-side to

verify that it is secure.

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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT

TETHER STRAP HOOK

Flexible type

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When not using the LATCH system,

all child seats must be secured to the

vehicle with the lap part of a lap/

shoulder belt.

With the child seat in the desired

seating position, route the belt

through the child seat according

to the seat maker’s instructions,

then insert the latch plate into the

buckle.

To activate the lockable retractor,

slowly pull the shoulder part of the

belt all the way out until it stops,

then let the belt feed back into the

retractor.

After the belt has retracted, tug on

it. If the belt is locked, you will not

be able to pull it out. If you can pull

the belt out, it is not locked and

you will need to repeat these steps.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in

the back seating positions, and in the

front passenger seat, have a locking

mechanism that must be activated to

secure a child seat.

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Shoulder Belt

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After confirming that the belt is

locked,thengrabtheshoulder

part of the belt near the buckle

andpulluptoremoveanyslack

from the lap part of the belt.

Remember, if the lap part of the

belt is not tight, the child seat will

not be secure.

To remove slack, it may help to

putweightonthechildseat,or

push on the back of the seat while

pulling up on the belt.

Push and pull the child seat

forward and from side to side to

verify that it is firmly secured. If

the child seat is not secure,

unlatch the belt, allow it to retract

fully, then repeat these steps.

To deactivate the locking

mechanism and remove a child

seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute

the seat belt, and let the belt fully

retract.

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A child seat with a tether can be

installed in any seating position in

the back seat, using one of the

anchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additional

security to the lap/shoulder belt

installation, we recommend using a

tether whenever one is required or

available. (Tethers are required in

Canada.)

After securing the child seat in the

desired position (see page ),

remove the head restraint, then

route the tether strap over the top

of the seat-back.

Remove the tether anchorage

cover with a small flat-tipped

screwdriver or fingernail file, then

attach the tether strap hook to the

anchor, making sure the strap is

not twisted.

Tighten the strap according to the

seat maker’s instructions.

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Tether

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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT

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After properly securing the child

seat with the lap/shoulder belt

(see page ), remove the head

restraint, then route the tether

strap over the top of the seat-back.

Attach the tether strap hook to the

anchor, making sure the strap is

not twisted, then tighten the strap

according to the seat-maker’s

instructions.

When a child reaches the

recommended weight or height limit

for a forward-facing child seat, the

child should sit in a back seat on a

booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

The following pages give

instructions on how to check proper

seat belt fit, what kind of booster

seat to use if one is needed, and

important precautions for a child

who must sit in front.

Using the Center Anchorage

Point

Protecting Larger Children

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TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT

TETHER STRAP HOOK

Allowing a large child age 12 or

under to sit in front can result in

injury or death if the passenger’s

front airbag inflates.

If a large child must ride in front,

move the vehicle seat as far

back as possible, use a booster

seat if needed, have the child

sit up properly and wear the

seat belt properly.

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To determine if a lap/shoulder belt

properly fits a child, have the child

put on the seat belt, then ask

yourself:

Does the child sit all the way back

against the seat?

Do the child’s knees bend

comfortably over the edge of the

seat?

Does the shoulder belt cross

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?

If you answer yes to all these

questions, the child is ready to wear

the lap/shoulder belt correctly. If

you answer no to any question, the

child needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

facing child seat should ride in a

back seat and use a booster seat

until the lap/shoulder belt fits them

properly without the booster.

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Some states also require children to

use a booster until they reach a

given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or

60lbs).Besuretocheckcurrent

laws in the state or states where you

intend to drive.

The National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration and Transport

Canada recommend that all children

ages 12 and under be properly

restrained in the back seat.

If the passenger’s front airbag

inflates in a moderate to severe

frontal collision, the airbag can cause

serious injuries to a child who is

unrestrained, improperly restrained,

sitting too close to the airbag, or out

of position.

The side airbag also poses risks. If

any part of a larger child’s body is in

the path of a deploying side airbag,

the child could receive possibly

serious injuries.

Of course, children vary widely. And

while age may be one indicator of

when a child can safely ride in the

front. There are other important

factors you should consider.

To safely ride in front, a child must

be able to follow the rules, including

sitting properly, and wearing the seat

belt properly throughout a ride.

Booster seats can be high-back or

low-back. Whichever style you select,

make sure the booster meets federal

safety standards and that you follow

the booster seat maker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster must be

in front, move the passenger seat as

far back as possible and be sure the

child is wearing the seat belt

properly.

A child may continue using a booster

seat until the tops of their ears are

even with the top of the vehicle’s or

booster’s seat-back. A child of this

height should be tall enough to use

the lap/shoulder belt without a

booster.

Physically, a child must be large

enough for the lap/shoulder belt to

properly fit (see page ). If the seat

belt does not fit properly, with or

without the child sitting on a booster,

the child should not sit in the front.

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If you decide that a child can safely

ride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual

and make sure you understand all

seat belt instructions and all safety

information.

Have the child sit up straight, back

against the seat, and feet on or

near the floor.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-

most position.

Check that the child’s seat belt is

properly positioned and secured.

This could result in

serious neck injuries during a crash.

This could cause

very serious injuries during a crash.

It also increases the chance that the

child will slide under the belt in a

crash and be injured.

If they do, they could

be very seriously injured in a crash.

Devices intended to improve a

child’s comfort or reposition the

shoulder part of a seat belt can make

the belt less effective, and increase

the chance of serious injury in a

crash.

Supervise the child. Even a mature

children sometimes needs to be

reminded to fasten the seat belts

or sit properly.

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Additional Safety Precautions

Do not let a child wear a seat belt

across the neck.

Do not let a child put the shoulder

part of a seat belt behind the back or

under the arm.

Two children should never use the

same seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on a seat

belt.

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Your vehicle’s exhaust contains

carbon monoxide gas. You should

have no problem with carbon

monoxide entering the vehicle in

normal driving if you maintain your

vehicle properly.

Have the exhaust system inspected

for leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oil

change.

You notice a change in the sound

of the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accident

that may have damaged the under-

side.

High levels of carbon monoxide can

collect rapidly in enclosed areas,

such as a garage. Do not run the

engine with the garage door closed.

Even with the door open, run the

engine only long enough to move the

vehicle out of the garage.

With the tailgate/hatch glass open,

air flow can pull exhaust gas into

your vehicle’s interior and create a

hazardous condition. If you must

drive with the tailgate/hatch glass

open, open all the windows and set

the heating and cooling system as

shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehicle,

even in an unconfined area, with the

engine running, adjust the heating

and cooling system as follows:

Select the Fresh Air mode.

Select the mode.

Turn the fan on high speed.

Set the temperature control to a

comfortable setting.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Driver and Passenger Safety

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

Breathing it can cause

unconsciousness and even kill

you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or

activities that expose you to

carbon monoxide.

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These labels are in the locations

shown. They warn you of potential

hazards that could cause serious

injury. Read these labels carefully. If

a label comes off or becomes hard to

read, contact your Honda dealer for

a replacement.

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Safety Labels

Driver and Passenger Safety

SUN VISOR

DASHBOARD

SUN VISOR

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RADIATOR CAP

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This section gives information about

the controls and displays that

contribute to the daily operation of

your Honda. All the essential

controls are within easy reach.

...........................Control Locations . 54

............................Instrument Panel . 55

.............................................Gauges . 61

...................................Trip Meter . 61

.....................................Odometer . 61

..................................Fuel Gauge . 61

...................Temperature Gauge . 62

Outside Temperature

..................................Indicator . 62

Controls Near the Steering

.......................................Wheel . 63

......................Wipers and Washers . 64

.........Turn Signals and Headlights . 65

........Instrument Panel Brightness . 66

.................Hazard Warning Button . 66

.................Rear Window Defogger . 66

.................................Parking Brake . 67

..........Steering Wheel Adjustment . 68

...............................Keys and Locks . 69

........................Immobilizer System . 70

................................Ignition Switch . 71

......................................Door Locks . 72

......................Power Door Locks . 72

..............Childproof Door Locks . 72

...........Tailgate and Hatch Glass . 73

.......................Remote Transmitter . 74

....................................Seat Heaters . 76

.................................................Seats . 77

........................Seat Adjustments . 77

Driver’s Seat Height

..............................Adjustment . 78

......................................Armrests . 78

..........................Head Restraints . 79

..........Reclining the Front Seats . 80

...Folding the Rear Seats Down . 81

..........Folding the Rear Seat Up . 82

.....................Detachable Anchor . 84

..............................Power Windows . 86

........................................Grove Box . 87

.........................................Moonroof . 88

.............................................Mirrors . 89

....Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 89

................Power Mirror Heaters . 90

...........Interior Convenience Items . 91

.............................Beverage Holder . 92

...................................Built-in Table . 92

.....................................Storage Box . 94

..........................Sunglasses Holder . 94

....................................Center Table . 94

..............Accessory Power Sockets . 95

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Instruments and Controls

POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

POWER WINDOW

SWITCHES

HOOD RELEASE

HANDLE

HATCH GLASS

RELEASE BUTTON

A/T model is shown.

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS

PARKING BRAKE

DIGITAL CLOCK

AUDIO SYSTEMMIRROR CONTROLS

(P.72)

(P.86)

(P.126)

(P.73)

(P.125) (P.98)

(P.67)

(P.118)

(P.89)

(P.102)

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.

Instrument Panel

Instruments and Controls

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER

SYSTEM

INDICATOR

MALFUNCTION

INDICATOR

LAMP

CHARGING

SYSTEM

INDICATOR

MAINTENANCE

REQUIRED INDICATOR

HIGH BEAM

INDICATOR

DOOR-OPEN

INDICATOR

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE

SYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW FUEL

INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROL

INDICATOR

TAILGATE AND HATCH GLASS OPEN INDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.56, 213)

(P.57)

(P.214)

(P.56, 213)

(P.59)

SEAT BELT REMINDER

INDICATOR

(P.58)

(P.59) (P.56)

(P.58)

(P.57)

SIDE AIRBAG OFF

INDICATOR

(P.59)

(P.57)

(P.56)

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The instrument panel has many

indicators that give you important

information about your vehicle.

See page .

If this indicator comes on when the

engine is running, the battery is not

being charged. For more information,

see page .

Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe

ignition switch to ON (II). It is a

reminder to check the parking

brake. Driving with the parking

brake not fully released can

damage the brakes and tires.

This indicator has two functions:

If the indicator remains lit after

you have fully released the

parking brake while the engine is

running, or if it comes on while

driving, it can indicate a problem

in the brake system. For complete

information, see page .

This indicator comes on when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (II). It

is a reminder you and your

passengers to protect yourselves by

fastening you seat belts. A beeper

also sounds if you have not fastened

your seat belt.

If you do not fasten your seat belt,

the beeper will stop after a few

seconds but the indicator stays on

until you do. Both the indicator and

the beeper stay off if you fasten your

seat belt before turning on the

ignition.

The engine can be severely damaged

if this indicator flashes or stays on

when the engine is running. For

more information, see page .

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Instrument Panel

Malfunction Indicator

Lamp

Low Oil Pressure

Indicator

Charging System

Indicator

Parking Brake and

Brake System

Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder

Indicator

U.S. Canada

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This indicator comes on for a few

seconds when you turn the ignition

switch to ON (II). It will then go off

if you have inserted a properly-coded

ignition key. If it is not a properly-

coded key, the indicator will blink

and the engine will not start (see

page ).

This indicator also blinks several

times when you turn the ignition

switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY

(I) or LOCK (0).

This indicator comes on when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If

it comes on at any other time, it

indicates a potential problem with

your front airbags. This indicator will

also alert you to a potential problem

with your side airbags, passenger’s

side airbag automatic cutoff system

or automatic seat belt tensioners.

For complete information, see page

This indicator comes on when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If

it comes on at any other time, it

indicates that the passenger’s side

airbag has automatically shut off.

For more information, see page .

This indicator normally comes on for

a few seconds when you turn the

ignition switch to ON (II), and when

the ignition switch is turned to

START (III). If it comes on at any

other time, there is a problem with

theABS.Ifthishappens,haveyour

vehicle checked at a dealer. With

this on, your vehicle still has normal

braking ability but no anti-lock

brakes. For complete information,

see page .

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If equipped

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Supplemental Restraint

System Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Indicator

Immobilizer System

Indicator

Side Airbag Off Indicator

Instrument Panel

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On Canadian models, this indicator

comes on with reduced brightness

when the Daytime Running Lights

(DRL) are on (see page ).

This comes on with the high beam

headlights. See page for

information on the headlight

controls.

Thiscomesonasareminderthat

you must refuel soon.

The left or right turn signal indicator

blinks when you signal a lane change

or turn. If the indicator does not

blink or blinks rapidly, it usually

means one of the turn signal bulbs is

burned out (see page ). Replace

the bulb as soon as possible, since

other drivers cannot see that you are

signaling.

WhenyouturnontheHazard

Warning switch, both turn signal

indicators blink. All turn signals on

the outside of the vehicle should

flash.

This indicator comes on when you

turn the ignition switch to ON (II)

with the headlight switch off and the

parking brake set. It should go off if

youturnontheheadlightsorrelease

the parking brake. If it comes on at

any other time, it means there is a

problem with the DRL. There may

also be a problem with the high

beam headlights.

Thiscomesonwhenyousetthe

cruise control. See page for

information on operating the cruise

control.

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Instrument Panel

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning

Indicators

‘‘Daytime Running

Lights’’ Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Cruise Control Indicator

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Canadian models only

This indicator reminds you that it is

time to take your vehicle in for

scheduled maintenance.

Refer to the Maintenance Schedules

for Normal and Severe Driving

Conditions on pages .

For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km)

after the Maintenance Required

Indicator is reset, it will come on for

two seconds when you turn the

ignition switch to ON (II).

Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km)

and 10,000 miles (16,000 km), it will

light for two seconds when you first

turn the ignition switch to ON (II),

andthenflashfortenseconds.

If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000

km) without having the scheduled

maintenance performed, this

indicator will remain on as a constant

reminder.

Your dealer will reset this indicator

after completing the scheduled

maintenance. If this maintenance is

done by someone other than your

Honda dealer, reset the indicator as

follows.

Turn off the engine.

This indicator comes on if the

tailgate or the hatch glass is not

closed tightly.

Thiscomesonwhenthewasher

fluid level is low. Add washer fluid

when you see this light comes on

(see page ).

This indicator comes on if any door

is not closed tightly.

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Washer Level Indicator

Tailgate and Hatch Glass

Open Indicator

Maintenance Required

Indicator

Door-open Indicator

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Hold the button for about 10

seconds until the indicator goes

off.

Press and hold the Select/Reset

button the instrument panel, then

turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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Instrument Panel

SELECT/RESET BUTTON

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This shows the total distance your

vehicle has been driven. It measures

miles in U.S. models and kilometers

in the Canadian models.

It is illegal under U.S. federal law and

Canadian provincial regulations to

disconnect, reset, or alter the

odometer with the intent to change

the number of miles or kilometers

indicated.

This shows how much fuel you have.

It may show slightly more or less

than the actual amount. The needle

returns to the bottom after you turn

off the ignition.

There are two trip meters: Trip A

and Trip B. Switch between these

displays and the odometer/outside

temperature display (Canadian

models only) by pressing the Select/

Reset button repeatedly.

This shows the number of miles (U.S.)

or kilometers (Canada) driven since

you last reset it.

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’’. Both trip meters will reset if

the vehicle’s battery goes dead or is

disconnected.

Odometer

Trip Meter

Fuel Gauge

Gauges

Instruments and Controls

SELECT/RESET BUTTONTEMPERATURE GAUGE

SPEEDOMETER

ODOMETER/TRIP METER

TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE

Avoid driving with an extremely low

f uel level. Running out of f uel could

cause the engine to misf ire, damaging

the catalytic converter.

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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. Turn to

page for instructions and

precautions on checking the engine’s

cooling system.

The temperature sensor is in the

front bumper. Therefore, the

temperature reading can be affected

by heat reflection from the road

surface, engine heat, and the

exhaust from surrounding traffic.

This can cause an incorrect

temperature reading when your

speed is under 30 km/h.

If the outside temperature is

incorrectly displayed, you can adjust

it up to 3°C warmer or cooler.

NOTE: The temperature must be

stabilized before doing this

procedure.

Select the outside temperature

display, then press the Select/Reset

knob for ten seconds. The following

sequence will appear for one second

each:0,1,2,3,4,5, 5, 4, 3, 2,

1, 0, 1 (0, 1, 2, 3, 3, 2, 1, 0, 1).

When it reaches the desired value,

release the Select/Reset knob. You

should see the new outside

temperature displayed.

In certain weather conditions,

temperature readings near freezing 0

°Ccouldmeanthaticeisformingon

the road surface.

This light displays the outside

temperature Centigrade.

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Temperature Gauge Outside Temperature Indicator

Gauges

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OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.:

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Instruments and Controls

HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS

SHIFT LEVER (A/T)

CRUISE CONTROL

MOONROOF

PARKING BRAKE

HORN

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/

WASHERS

A/T model is shown.

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

(P.88)

(P.119)

STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT

(P.67)

(P.66)

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P.64)

(P.141)

(P.65)

(P.68)

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MIST

OFF

INT Intermittent

LO Low

HI High

Windshield Washers

Push the right lever up or down to

select a position.

The wipers run at high

speed until you release the lever.

The wipers are not activated.

The wipers operate every

few seconds.

The wipers run at low speed.

The wipers run at high speed.

Pull

forward and hold the wiper control

lever. The washers spray until you

release the lever. The wipers run

at low speed, then complete one

more sweep after you release the

lever.

Hold past ON to turn the window

wiper on and the window washer

to spray.

Rotate counterclockwise to turn

the window wiper on and the

window washer to spray.

OFF

Rotate clockwise to turn the rear

window wiper ON.

Windshield Wiper

MIST

OFF

INT

Windshield Washer

Rear Window Wiper and Washer

Wipers and Washers

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−

−Push down on the

left lever to signal a left turn and up

to signal a right turn. To signal a lane

change, push lightly on the lever and

hold it. The lever will return to

center when you release it or

complete a turn.

Rotating the

switch on the left lever to the

‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking

lights, taillights, instrument panel

lights, side-marker lights, and rear

license plate lights. Turning the

switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns

on the headlights. If you leave the

lights on with the key removed from

the ignition switch, you will hear a

reminder tone when you open the

driver’s door.

To turn on, push

the lever forward until you hear a

click. The blue high beam indicator

will light (see page ). Pull it back

to return to low beams. To flash the

high beams, pull the lever back

lightly, then release it. The high

beams will stay on as long as you

hold the lever back.

With the headlight switch off, the

high beam headlights come on with

reduced brightness when you turn

the ignition switch to ON (II) and

release the parking brake. They

remain on until you turn the ignition

off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal

operation when you turn the switch

to the ‘‘ ’’ position.

Turn Signal

OFF

Parking and indicator lights

Headlights on

High beams

Flashhighbeams

Canadian models only

Turn Signal

Headlights On

High Beams

Daytime Running Lights

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Turntheknobontheleftsideofthe

instrument panel to adjust the

brightness of the instrument panel

lights.

Push the button between the center

vents to turn on the hazard warning

lights (four-way flashers). This

causes all four outside turn signals

and both turn indicators in the

instrument panel to flash. Use the

hazard warning lights if you need to

park in a dangerous area near heavy

traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

The rear window defogger will clear

fog, frost, and thin ice from the

window. Push the defogger button to

turn it on and off. The light in the

button lights to show the defogger is

on.

Instrument Panel Brightness Rear Window DefoggerHazard Warning Button

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To release the parking brake, push

andholdthereleasebuttononthe

side of the parking brake lever, pull

the lever toward you slightly, then

push the lever forward.

To apply the parking brake, firmly

pull the parking brake lever toward

you.

Make sure the rear window is clear

and you have good visibility before

starting to drive.

Thedefoggerwiresontheinsideof

the rear window can be accidentally

damaged. When cleaning the glass,

always wipe side-to-side.

The parking brake light on the

instrument panel should go out.

Parking Brake

Rear Window Defogger, Parking Brake

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NOTICE:

PARKING BRAKE

LEVER

RELEASE BUTTON

Driving the vehicle with the

parking brake applied can damage the

rear brakes and axles.

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See page for important safety

information about how to properly

position the steering wheel.

Make any steering wheel adjustment

before you start driving.

Push the lever under the steering

column all the way down.

Move the steering wheel so it

points to your chest, not toward

your face. Make sure you can see

the instrument panel gauges and

lights.

Push the lever up to lock the

steering wheel in that position.

Make sure you have securely

locked the steering wheel in place

by trying to move it up and down.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

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Adjusting the steering wheel

position while driving may

cause you to lose control of the

vehicle and be seriously injured

inacrash.

Adjust the steering wheel only

when the vehicle is stopped.

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The master key fits all the locks on

your vehicle. The valet key works

only in the ignition, the door locks,

and the tailgate. You can keep the

glove box locked when you leave

your vehicle and the valet key at a

parking facility.

Youshouldhavereceivedakey

number tag with your keys. You will

need this key number if you ever

have to get a lost key replaced. Use

only Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electronic

circuits that are activated by the

Immobilizer System. They will not

work to start the engine if the

circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct

sunlight, high temperature, and

high humidity.

Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy

objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids.

If they get wet, dry them

immediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries.

Do not try to take them apart.

Some models also come with two

remote transmitters; see page for

an explanation of their operation.

Keys and Locks

Instruments and Controls

VALET

KEY

(Gray)

MASTER

KEYS

(Black)

KEY NUMBER

TAG

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If the system repeatedly does not

recognize the coding of your key,

contact your Honda dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this system

or add other devices to it. Electrical

problems could result that may make

your vehicle undriveable.

If you have lost your key and cannot

start your engine, contact a Honda

dealer.

The Immobilizer System protects

your vehicle from theft. If an

improperly-coded key (or other

device) is used, the engine’s fuel

system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to

ON (II), the Immobilizer System

indicator should come on for a few

seconds, then go out. If the indicator

starts to blink, it means the system

does not recognize the coding of the

key. Turn the ignition switch to

LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert

it, and turn the switch to ON (II)

again.

The system may not recognize your

key’s coding if another immobilizer

key or other metal object is near the

ignition switch when you insert the

key.

As required by the FCC:

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device

may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any

interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry

Canada Standard RSS-210.

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

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You can insert or

remove the key only in this position.

To turn the key, the shift lever must

be in Park, and you must push the

key in slightly.

Use this position

only to start the engine. The switch

returns to ON (II) when you let go of

the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if

you leave the key in the ignition

switch in the LOCK (0) or

ACCESSORY (I) position and open

the driver’s door. Remove the key to

turn off the beeper. The shift lever

must be in Park before you can

remove the key from the ignition

switch.

If the front wheels are turned, the

anti-theft lock may make it difficult

to turn the key. Firmly turn the

steering wheel to the left or right as

you turn the key.

You can

operate the audio system and the

accessory power sockets in this

position.

This is the normal key

position when driving. Several of the

lights on the instrument panel come

on as a test when you turn the

ignition switch from ACCESSORY

(I) to ON (II).

The ignition switch has four

positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY

(I), ON (II), and START (III).

LOCK (0) START (III)

ACCESSORY (I)

ON (II)

Ignition Switch

Instruments and Controls

Removing the key from the

ignition switch while driving

locks the steering. This can

cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the

ignition switch only when

parked.

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The childproof door locks are

designed to prevent children seated

in the rear from accidentally opening

the rear doors. Each rear door has a

lock lever near the edge. With the

lever in the LOCK position, the door

cannot be opened from the inside

regardless of the position of the lock

tab. To open the door, pull the lock

tab up and use the outside door

handle.

To lock all doors and the tailgate,

press the door lock switch on either

front door, press the lock tab down

on the driver’s door, or use the key

on the outside lock on the driver’s

door.

The lock tabs on the other doors

lock and unlock only that door.

Pulling up on the driver’s door lock

tab only unlocks the driver’s door.

To lock the driver’s door, remove the

key from the ignition switch, pull the

outside door handle and push the

lock tab down or push the door lock

switch down. Release the handle,

then close the door.

Only the driver’s door unlocks when

you use the key.

Pressing up on either door lock

switch will unlock all of the doors

and the tailgate.

Instruments and Controls

Power Door Locks Childproof Door Locks

Door Locks

LEVER

Lock

DOOR LOCK SWITCH

LOCK TAB

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Use the valet or master key in the

tailgate to:

.Pullthe

handle to open it.

.Youcan

also open it by pressing the hatch

glass release button on the driver’s

door.

The rear wiper will not operate with

the hatch glass open. If you open it

while the rear wiper is operating, the

wiper will stop.

To close the hatch glass, lower it and

press on the handle until it latches.

To keep the tailgate door open on an

incline, use the stop from the tool kit.

The tool kit is in the storage bin

under the cargo floor. Put the stop

on the support strut as shown.

Make sure to remove the stop before

closing the tailgate.

Instruments and Controls

Door Locks

Unlock the tailgate

Lock the tailgate

Open the hatch glass

Tailgate and Hatch Glass

STOP

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See page for information on

cargo loading. Keep the tailgate and

the hatch glass closed at all times

while driving to avoid damaging the

tailgate and the hatch glass, and to

prevent exhaust gas from getting

into the interior. See

on page .

Pressthisbuttononce

to unlock the driver’s door. Push it

twice to unlock the other doors and

the tailgate. Some exterior and

interior lights flash twice each time

you press this button. If you do not

open any doors or the tailgate within

30 seconds, they will automatically

relock.

Pressthisbuttonfor

about one second to attract attention;

thehornwillsoundandtheexterior

lights will flash for about 30 seconds.

To cancel panic mode, press any

other button on the remote

transmitter or turn the ignition

switch to ON (II).

Press this button for two seconds to

open the hatch glass. The hatch

glass will not open if the key is in the

ignition. Even if the hatch glass is

open, the tailgate can be locked with

the remote transmitter.

Press this button once to

lock all doors and the tailgate. Some

exterior and interior lights will flash.

When you push LOCK twice within 5

seconds, you will hear a beep to

verify that the security system has

set. You cannot lock it if any door is

not fully closed or the key is in the

ignition switch.

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EX-L models in Canada

Carbon

Monoxide Hazard

UNLOCK

PANIC

HATCH GLASS RELEASE

LOCK

Remote Transmitter

Door Locks, Remote Transmitter

Instruments and Controls

LED

UNLOCK

BUTTON

LOCK

BUTTON

HATCH

GLASS

RELEASE

BUTTON

PANIC

BUTTON

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If it takes several pushes on the

button to lock or unlock the doors

and the tailgate, replace the battery

as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR2025

To replace the battery, remove the

round cover on the back of the

transmitter by turning it

counterclockwise with a coin. Insert

a new battery with the side facing

up. Align the mark on the

cover with the mark on the

transmitter. Set the cover in place

andturnitclockwise.

Avoid dropping or throwing the

transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from

extreme temperatures.

Do not immerse the transmitter in

any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the

replacement needs to be

reprogrammed by a Honda dealer.

As required by the FCC:

This device complies with Part 15 of the

FCC rules. Operation is subject to the

following two conditions: (1) This device

may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any

interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired

operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry

Canada Standard RSS-210.

Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) this device may not cause

interference, and (2) this device must

accept any interference that may cause

undesired operation of the device.

Instruments and Controls

Remote Transmitter

Replacing the Transmitter Battery

Remote Transmitter Care

BATTERY ROUND

COVER

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Do not use the seat heaters when the

engine is off or when idling for a

long period of time. They can drain

the battery, making your vehicle

hard to start.

Because of the sensors for the side

airbag system, there is no heaters in

the passenger’s seat-backs.

Both front seats are equipped with

seat heaters. The ignition switch in

the ON (II) position to use them.

Push the heater switch to turn the

power on or off. The indicators will

comeonandremainonwhilethe

heaters are on.

On EX-L model in Canada

Instruments and Controls

Seat Heaters

DRIVER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH

PASSENGER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH

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−See pages for important safety

information and warnings about how to

properly position the seats and seat-

backs.

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Make all seat adjustments before

you start driving.

To adjust the front or rear seat

forward and backward, pull up on the

bar under the seat cushion’s front

edge. Move the seat, and make sure

it is locked into position.

To change the angle of the seat-back,

pull up on the lever on the outside of

the seat bottom.

Seats

Instruments and Controls

Seat Adjustments

Front Seat

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To adjust the height of the driver’s

seat, turn the dial on the outside of

the seat bottom.

To change the angle of the rear seat-

back, pull up on the release lever on

the outside of the seat-back.

The rear seat armrest is located in

the center of the rear seat. Pivot it

down to use it.

Each front seat has an armrest on

thesideoftheseat-back.Touseit,

pivotitdown.

When using the center seating

position, adjust the left and right side

of the rear seats to the same position.

Make sure all rear shoulder belts are

positioned in front of the rear seat-

backs after you adjust the rear seats.

Only on vehicles with an automatic

transmission

Seats

Instruments and Controls

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Armrests

Rear Seat

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See page for important safety

information and a warning about how to

properly position the head restraints.

To remove a front head restraint or a

head restraint in one of the rear

outboard seating positions for

cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as

it will go. Push the release button,

then pull the restraint out of the seat-

back.

Your vehicle is equipped with head

restraints in all seating positions.

The head restraints help protect you

and your passengers from whiplash

and other injuries. They are most

effective when you adjust them so

the back of the occupant’s head rests

against the center of the restraint. The head restraints in the front and

rear outboard seating positions

adjust for height. To raise it, pull

upward. To lower the restraint, push

the release button sideways and

push the restraint down.

To remove the rear center head

restraint, pull it up and out of the

seat-back.

Seats

Instruments and Controls

Head Restraints

RELEASE BUTTON

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You can recline the seat-backs on the

front seats so they are level with the

rear seat cushions, making a large

cushioned area. To do this:

Adjust the rear seats as far back

as they will go.

Remove the head restraints from

the front seats (see page ), and

store them in the front seat-back

pockets.

Adjust the front seats forward as

far as they will go. Pull up the seat-

back angle adjustment lever and

pivot the seat-back backward until

it is level with the rear seat

cushion.

Move the front seat backward

until it touches the rear seat.

Adjust the rear seat-back to the

desired position.

Reverse this procedure to return the

front and rear seats to the upright

position. Make sure you install the

head restraints and the seats are

locked securely before driving.

When you return the seat-back to

the upright position, hold the seat-

back to keep it from going up too

quickly.

Seats

Instruments and Controls

Reclining the Front Seats

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The rear seat-back can be folded

down to give more cargo room. Each

side folds down separately. So you

can still carry a passenger in the rear

seat.

You can also fold up each of the rear

seats separately to create further

cargo space (see page ).

Push the seat belt buckles into the

seat cushion.

When you are folding the right half

of the rear seat, use the latch plate to

release the center seat belt from the

detachable anchor (see page ).

Allow the seat belt to retract into the

holder on the ceiling and store the

buckles in it.

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Folding the Rear Seats Down

Seats

Instruments and Controls

BUCKLE

LATCH PLATE

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Lower the head restraint to its

lowest position.

Pull up on the release lever on the

outside of the seat-back.

Fold the seat-back forward.

Do not put any heavy items on the

seat-back when it is folded.

Reverse this procedure to return the

seat-back to the upright position.

Make sure the seat is secured and

the seat belt in front of the seat-back

before driving.

To fold up the rear seat:

Pull up the bar under the seat

cushion and slide the rear seat

backward. The rear seat will not

fold up if it is not back as far as it

will go.

Follow steps 1 through 4 on pages

and for folding down the

seat-back.

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Folding the Rear Seat Up

Seats

Instruments and Controls

RELEASE LEVER

SLIDE BAR

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You cannot fold up the rear seat if

it is not latched securely in the

rearmost position.

Unlock the seat from the floor by

pulling the lock release strap

under the seat cushion’s back

edge, then lift the rear of the seat.

Pivot the seat forward.

Pull out the fastening strap from

the slit on the seat-back. Move the

front seat forward slightly, then

attach the anchor on the fastening

strap to the hook on the bottom of

the front seat. Adjust the front

seat to the desired position.

Tightenthestraptoremoveany

slack and make sure the seat is

secure.

5. 6.

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Seats

Instruments and Controls

LOCK RELEASE

STRAP

FASTENING

STRAP

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Reverse this procedure to return the

seat to the upright position.

Make sure the seat is securely

latched before driving.

When you are not using the

fastening strap, roll up the strap and

store it properly into the slit on the

seat-back.

Make sure all rear shoulder belts are

positioned in front of the rear seat-

backs.

In the center seating position of the

rear seat, be sure the detachable

anchor is latched securely before

using the seat belt (see page ).

Make sure all items in the cargo area

are secured. Loose items can fly

forward and cause injury if you have

to brake hard. See

on page .

The seat belt in the rear center seat

is equipped with a detachable anchor.

This allows the center seat belt to be

unlatched when the right side of the

rear seat is folded.

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Carrying Cargo

Detachable Anchor

Seats

Instruments and Controls

Using a seat belt with the

detachable anchor unlatched

increases the chance of serious

injury or death in a crash.

Before using the seat belt,

make sure the detachable

anchor is correctly latched.

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To unlatch the detachable anchor

before folding the seat-back, insert

the latch plate into the slot on the

side of the anchor buckle and allow

the seat belt to retract. Store the

detachable anchor and seat belt latch

plates in the retractor housing.

When the seat-back is returned to its

upright position, be sure to latch the

detachable anchor by lining up the

triangle marks on the small latch

plate and anchor buckle, then insert

the plate into the buckle. Tug on the

seat belt to verify that the detachable

anchor is securely latched. Make

sure the seat belt is not twisted.

Seats

Instruments and Controls

ANCHOR BUCKLE

LATCH PLATE

SMALL LATCH

PLATE

TRIANGLE

MARKS

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−

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)

toraiseorloweranywindow.To

open the window, push the switch

downandholdit.Releasetheswitch

when you want to stop the window.

Pull back on the switch and hold it to

close the window.

To open/close the driver’s

window, push the window switch

firmly down or up to the second

detent, and release it. The window

will automatically go up or down all

the way. To stop the window, pull/

push on the window switch briefly.

If the MAIN switch is OFF, the

passenger windows cannot be raised

or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch

offwhenyouhavechildreninthe

vehicle so they do not injure

themselves by operating the

windows unintentionally.

If the driver’s

window runs into any obstacle while

it is closing automatically, it will

reverse direction and then stop. To

close the window, remove the

obstacle, then use the window switch

again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the

window is almost closed. You should

always check that all passengers and

objects are away from the window

before closing it.

AUTO

AUTO REVERSE

Power Windows

Instruments and Controls

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

Closing a power window on

someone’s hands or fingers can

cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are

away from the windows before

closing them.

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If your vehicle’s battery is

disconnected or goes dead, or the

driver’s window fuse is removed, the

AUTO function will be disabled. The

power window system needs to be

reset after reconnecting the battery

or installing the fuse.

Start the engine. Push down and

hold the driver’s window switch

until the window is fully open.

Pull and hold the driver’s window

switch to close the window

completely, then hold the switch

for a second or two more.

If the power windows do not operate

properly after resetting, have your

vehicle checked by a Honda dealer.

Open the glove box by pulling the

bottom of the handle. Close it with a

firm push. Lock or unlock the glove

box with the master key.

The glove box light comes on only

when the instrument panel indicators

are on.

Glove Box

Instruments and Controls

Power Windows, Glove Box

Lock

An open glove box can cause

serious injury to your passenger

inacrash,evenifthe

passenger is wearing the seat

belt.

Always keep the glove box

closed while driving.

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The moonroof can be tilted up in the

back for ventilation, or it can be slid

back into the roof. Use the switch

under the left dashboard vent to

operate the moonroof.

To tilt up the back of the moonroof,

press and hold the center button

( ). To close the moonroof,

press and hold the top of the switch

( ). To open the moonroof,

press and hold the bottom of the

switch ( ).

On EX model in the U.S., and EX-L

model in Canada

Moonroof

Instruments and Controls

Opening or closing the

moonroof on someone’s hands

or fingers can cause serious

injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers

are clear of the moonroof

before opening or closing it.

If you try to open the moonroof in

below-f reezing temperatures, or when

it is covered with snow or ice, you can

damage the moonroof panel or motor.

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Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors

clean and adjusted for best visibility.

Be sure to adjust the mirrors before

you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night

positions. The night position reduces

glare from headlights behind you.

Flip the tab on the bottom edge of

the mirror to select the day or night

position.

Move the selector switch to L

(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s

side).

Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the

mirrorright,left,up,ordown.

When you finish, move the

selector switch to the center (off)

position. This turns off the

adjustment switch so you can’t

move a mirror out of position by

accidentally bumping the switch.

Mirrors

Instruments and Controls

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

TAB

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

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The outside mirrors are heated to re-

move fog and frost. With the ignition

switch in the ON (II) position, turn

on the heaters by pressing the but-

ton. The light in the button comes on

as a reminder. Press the button

again to turn the heaters off.

On EX and EX-L models in Canada

Power Mirror Heaters

Mirrors

Instruments and Controls

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Interior Convenience Items

Instruments and Controls

COAT HOOK

DASH BOARD POCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDERS BEVERAGE

HOLDERS

STORAGE BOX

CENTER TABLE

BUILT-IN TABLE

1 : M/T model only

2 : A/T model only

CENTER

POCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDERS /

COIN TRAY

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

DRIVER’S POCKET

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

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The cargo area floor can be taken

out and used as a table.

To remove the table, pull up the

carpet. Lift and pull on the handle to

slidethetableout.

Be careful when you are using the

beverage holder. A spilled liquid that

is very hot can scald you or your

passengers. Spilled liquids can also

damage the upholstery, carpeting,

and electrical components in the

interior.

Beverage Holder, Built-in Table

Instruments and Controls

Built-in TableBeverage Holders

HANDLE

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Unfold the legs. Lock them in place

by pushing on the middle of the

locking arms. Make sure all four are

locked.

To fold the legs, pull on the middle

of each locking arm.

To put the table back in place, hold

on to the handle and put the

projection on the table into the hole

in the cargo area floor.

Be sure to lock the legs of the

table.

Do not stand on the table.

Do not put a weight of over 44 lbs

(20kg)onthetable.

Hot items such as pots, pans, or

kettles should not be placed

directly on the table top.

Built-in Table

Instruments and Controls

Using the Built-in Table

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To remove the box for cleaning, pull

upward on the front center edge to

disengage the locking tabs under the

seat bottom, then pull the box out.

A storage box is located under the

front passenger’s seat. To use it, pull

upward slightly on the front center

edge of the box and slide it out.

Some larger styles of sunglasses

may not fit in the holder.

To open the sunglasses holder, push

on the front edge. It will unlatch and

swing down. To close it, push it until

it latches. Make sure the holder is

closed while you are driving.

To use the center table, pull up the

outside edge of the table until it

latches. To store it, pull the lever and

lower the table.

Storage Box Sunglasses Holder Center Table

Storage Box, Sunglasses Holder, Center Table

Instruments and Controls

SUNGLASSES HOLDER

Push

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Sitting on or getting under the table,

or putting heavy objects on the table,

may damage or deform it.

Do not put any items on the table

while driving. They may fall down or

fly around when you go around

corners or brake hard.

These sockets are intended to supply

power for 12 volt DC accessories

that are rated 120 watts or less (10

amps).

When both sockets are being used,

the combined power rating of both

accessories should be 120 watts or

less (10 amps).

To power an accessory, the ignition

switch must be in the ACCESSORY

(I) or ON (II) position.

These sockets will not power an

automotive type cigarette lighter

element.

Accessory Power Sockets

Center Table, Accessory Power Sockets

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The heating and air conditioning

systems in your Honda provide a

comfortable driving environment in

all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has

many features. This section de-

scribes those features and how to

use them. (If you selected an

optional audio system, refer to the

operating instructions that came

with it.)

Your Honda has an anti-theft audio

system that requires a code number

to enable it.

...............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 98

.........................Air Flow Buttons . 99

..........................Playing the Radio . 102

............................Radio Reception . 106

..................................Playing a CD . 108

...................................CD Changer . 110

....................Protecting Your CDs . 111

.........CD Player Error Messages . 112

.....CD Changer Error Messages . 113

...............................Playing a Tape . 114

.................Radio Theft Protection . 117

..........................Setting the Clock . 118

...............................Cruise Control . 119

Comfort and Convenience Features

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Comfort and Convenience Features

FAN CONTROL

DIAL

TEMPERATURE

CONTROL DIAL

MODE CONTROL

DIAL

RECIRCULATION

BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING

(A/C) BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

BUTTON

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Turn this dial clockwise to increase

fan speed and increase the airflow.

Turning this dial clockwise increases

the temperature of the airflow.

This button turns the air

conditioning on and off. The light in

thebuttonisonwhentheA/Cison.

When the light in the button is on,

air from the vehicle’s interior is sent

throughout the system again. When

the light is off, air is brought in from

the outside of the vehicle (Fresh Air

mode).

The outside air intakes for the

heating and cooling system are at

the base of the windshield. Keep this

area clear of leaves and other debris.

ThesystemshouldbeleftinFresh

Air mode under almost all conditions.

Keeping the system in Recirculation

mode, particularly with the A/C off,

can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to Recirculation mode when

driving through dusty or smoky

conditions, then return to Fresh Air

mode.

This button turns the rear window

defogger off and on (see page ).

The system automatically

turns on the A/C and switches to

Recirculation mode. Air flows from

the center and side vents in the

dashboard.

Air flows from the center

and corner vents in the dashboard.

Air flows from the floor

vents. When you select , the

system automatically switches to

Fresh Air mode.

Air flow is divided between

the floor vents and the defroster

vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flow is divided between

the vents in the dashboard and the

floor vents.

Use the mode control dial to select

the vents the air flows from. Some

air will flow from the dashboard

vents in all modes.

Fan Control Dial

Temperature Control Dial

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button

Recirculation Button

Rear Window Defogger Button

Mode Control Dial

Comfort and Convenience Features

Air Flow Buttons

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Air flows from the defroster

vents at the base of the windshield.

When you select or ,

the system automatically switches to

Fresh Air mode and turns on the

A/C. The A/C indicator does not

come on.

The flow-through ventilation system

draws in outside air, circulates it

through the interior, then exhausts it

through vents near the tailgate.

Turn the temperature control dial

all the way to the left.

Make sure the A/C is off.

Select and Fresh Air mode.

Set the fan to the desired speed.

The heater uses engine coolant to

warm the air. If the engine is cold, it

will be several minutes before you

feel warm air coming from the

system.

Select and Fresh Air mode.

Set the fan to the desired speed.

Adjust the warmth of the air with

the temperature control dial.

Air conditioning places an extra load

on the engine. Watch the engine

coolant temperature gauge (see page

). If it moves near the red zone,

turn off the A/C until the gauge

reads normally.

Turn on the A/C by pressing the

button. The light in the button

comesonwhenafanspeedis

selected.

Make sure the temperature

control dial is all the way to the left.

Select .

If the outside air is humid, select

Recirculation mode. If the outside

air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.

Set the fan to the desired speed.

To cool the interior with MAX A/C:

Set the mode control dial to MAX

A/C.

The system automatically turns on

the A/C, selects and

switches to Recirculation mode.

Make sure the temperature

control dial is all the way to the left.

Set the fan to the desired speed.

you can

cool it down more rapidly by partially

opening the windows, turning on the

A/C, and setting the fan to

maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.1.

If the interior is very warm,

Ventilation

Using the Heater

Using the A/C

Vents, Heating, and A/C

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Air conditioning, as it cools, removes

moisture from the air. When used in

combination with the heater, it

makes the interior warm and dry.

Switch the fan on.

Turn on the air conditioning.

Select and Fresh Air mode.

Adjust the temperature control

dial to your preference.

This setting is suitable for all driving

conditions whenever the outside

temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

To clear the windows faster, you can

close the dashboard corner vents by

rotating the wheel below it. This will

send more warm air to the

windshield defroster vents. Once the

windshield is clear, select the Fresh

Air mode to avoid fogging the

windows.

For your safety, make sure you have

a clear view through all the windows

before driving.

Select . The system

automatically switches to Fresh

Air mode and turns on the A/C.

The A/C indicator does not come

on.

Select .

Set the fan and temperature

controls to maximum level.

Select to help clear the

rear window.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

Dehumidify the Interior To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice

From the Windows

Comfort and Convenience Features

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Playing the Radio

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PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

SCAN BUTTON

FM BUTTON

AM BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

FM BUTTON

AM BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

PWR/VOL KNOB

SCAN BUTTON SEEK BUTTONS

ST INDICATOR

LX Model

Canada: EX and EX-L Models

U.S.: EX Model

TREBLE/

BALANCE

BASS/

FADE

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

AUTO

SELECT

BUTTON

TUNE/MODE KNOB

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The ignition switch must be in

ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Turn

the system on by pushing the PWR/

VOL knob or the AM or FM button.

Adjust the volume by turning the

same knob.

The band and frequency that the

radio was last tuned to is displayed.

To change bands, press the AM or

FM button. On the FM band, ST will

be displayed if the station is broad-

castinginstereo.Stereo

reproduction on AM is not available.

You can use any of five methods to

find radio stations on the selected

band: the

preset buttons, and .

Use the TUNE knob to

tune the radio to a desired frequency.

Turn the knob right to tune to a

higher frequency, or left to tune to a

lower frequency.

The SEEK function

searches up and down from the

current frequency to find a station

with a strong signal. To activate it,

press either SEEK button ( or ),

then release it.

The SCAN function

samples all stations with strong

signals on the selected band. To

activate it, press the SCAN button,

then release it. You will see SCAN in

the display. The system will scan for

a station with a strong signal. When

it finds one, it will stop and play that

station for about five seconds.

If you do nothing, the system will

then scan for the next strong station

and play it for five seconds. When it

plays a station you want to listen to,

press the SCAN button again.

Each preset button can

store one frequency on AM, and two

frequencies on FM.

Select the desired band, AM or

FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store

two frequencies with each preset

button.

UsetheTUNE,SEEK,orSCAN

function to tune the radio to a

desired station.

Pick a preset button, and hold it

until you hear a beep.

Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total

of six stations on AM and twelve

stations on FM.

The preset frequencies will be lost if

your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is

disconnected, or the radio fuse is

removed.

To Play the Radio

To Select a Station

TUNE,SEEK,SCAN,

AUTO SELECT

TUNE

SEEK

SCAN

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If you are

traveling far from home and can no

longer receive your preset stations,

you can use the Auto Select feature

to find stations in the local area.

Press the A. SEL Button. ‘‘A.SEL’’

flashes in the display, and the system

goes into scan mode for several

seconds. It stores the frequencies of

six AM, and twelve FM stations in

the preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after

pressing a preset button if Auto

Select cannot find a strong station

for every preset button.

If you do not like the stations Auto

Select has stored, you can store

other frequencies on the preset

buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or

SCAN functions to find stations, then

store them in the preset buttons as

described.

press the

A. SEL button. This restores the

presets you originally set.

Press the knob to get it

to pop out. Turn it to adjust the Bass

level. Pull it out slightly farther to

adjust the Fade, or front-to-back

strength. Push the knob back in

when you are done adjusting the

sound.

Use the TRE/BAS

modes or controls to adjust the tone

to your liking.

These two

modes adjusts the strength of the

sound coming from each speaker.

BAL adjusts the side-to-side strength,

while FAD adjusts the front-to-back

strength.

To turn off Auto Select,

On LX model in the U.S. and Canada

AUTO SELECT

Adjusting the Sound

BAS/FAD:

Treble/Bass

Balance/Fader

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You can use the instrument panel

brightness control knob to adjust the

illumination of the audio system (see

page ). The audio system

illuminates when the parking lights

are on, even if the radio is off.

Press the knob to get it

to pop out. Turn it to adjust the

Treble level. Pull it out slightly

farther to adjust the Balance, or side-

to-side strength. Push the knob back

in when you are done adjusting the

sound.

Press the MODE (TUNE) knob

repeatedly to display the Bass (BAS),

Treble (TRE), Fader (FAD), and

Balance (BAL) settings.

Eachmodeisshowninthedisplayas

it changes. Turn the MODE (TUNE)

knob to adjust the setting to your

liking. When the level reaches the

center, you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display.

The system will automatically return

the display to the selected audio

mode about 5 seconds after you stop

adjusting a mode.

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EX-L models in Canada

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Your Honda’s radio can receive the

complete AM and FM bands.

Those bands cover these frequen-

cies:

AM band:

530 to 1,710 kilohertz

FM band:

87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

Radio stations on the AM band are

assigned frequencies at least ten

kilohertz apart (530, 540, 550).

Stations on the FM band are

assigned frequencies at least 0.2

megahertz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exact

frequencies. It is fairly common for

stations to round-off the frequency in

their advertising, so your radio could

display a frequency of 100.9 even

though the announcer may identify

the station as ‘‘FM101.’’

How well your Honda’s radio

receives stations is dependent on

many factors, such as the distance

from the station’s transmitter,

nearby large objects, and atmos-

pheric conditions.

A radio station’s signal gets weaker

as you get farther away from its

transmitter. If you are listening to an

AM station, you will notice the sound

volume becoming weaker, and the

stationdriftinginandout.Ifyouare

listening to an FM station, you will

see the stereo indicator flickering off

and on as the signal weakens.

Eventually, the stereo indicator will

go off and the sound will fade

completely as you get out of range of

the station’s signal.

Driving very near the transmitter of

a station that is broadcasting on a

frequency close to the frequency of

the station you are listening to can

also affect your radio’s reception.

You may temporarily hear both

stations,orhearonlythestationyou

are close to.

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Radio signals, especially on the FM

band, are deflected by large objects

such as buildings and hills. Your

radio then receives both the direct

signal from the station’s transmitter,

and the deflected signal. This causes

the sound to distort or flutter. This is

a main cause of poor radio reception

in city driving.

Radio reception can be affected by

atmospheric conditions such as

thunderstorms, high humidity, and

even sunspots. You may be able to

receive a distant radio station one

day and not receive it the next day

because of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passing

vehicles and stationary sources can

cause temporary reception problems.

As required by the FCC:

Changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for

compliance could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

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PWR/VOL

KNOB

REPEAT BUTTON

SKIP BUTTONS

CD EJECT

BUTTON

CD SLOT

RDM BUTTON

CD BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

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LOAD BUTTONSKIP BUTTONS

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CD EJECT

BUTTON

RDM BUTTON

CD BUTTON

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With the ignition in the

ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,

insert a CD into the CD slot. The

drive will pull the CD in the rest of

the way and begin to play it. You

operate the CD player with the same

controls used for the radio. The

number of the track playing is shown

in the display. The system will

continuously play a CD until you

change modes.

Press the LOAD button until you

hear a beep and see ‘‘LOAd’’ in the

display.

The disc number for an empty

position is highlighted and the red

light starts blinking.

Insert the disc into the CD slot

when the green CD load indicator

comes on. Insert it only about

halfway, the drive will pull it in the

rest of the way. You will see

‘‘BUSY’’ in the display. The CD

load indicator turns red and blinks

as the CD is loaded.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 until all

six positions are loaded. If you are

not loading all six positions, the

system begins playing the last CD

loaded.

You can also load a CD into an empty

position while a CD is playing. Select

the empty position (the disc number

indicator is not highlighted) and

press the appropriate preset bar or

touch a disc icon. The current CD

stops playing and starts the loading

sequence. The CD just loaded will

play.

Each time you press and release ,

the player skips forward to the

beginning of the next track. Press

and release to skip backward to

the beginning of the current track.

To move rapidly within a track, press

and hold the or . You will see

CUE or REW in the display.

To continuously replay

a track, press and release the RPT

button. You will see RPT in the

display. Press the RPT button again

to turn it off.

This feature plays the

tracks in random order. To activate

Random Play, press and release the

RDM button. You will see RDM in

the display. This continues until you

press the RDM button again.

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models in Canada

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Press the eject button ( ) to

remove the CD. If you eject the CD,

but do not remove it from the slot,

the system will automatically reload

the CD after 15 seconds and put it in

pause mode. To begin playing, press

the CD button.

Press the AM/FM button to switch

to the radio while a CD is playing.

Press the CD button to play the CD.

If you turn the system off while a CD

is playing, either with the PWR/VOL

knob or by turning off the ignition,

the CD will stay in the drive. When

youturnthesystembackon,theCD

will begin playing where it left off.

A CD changer is available for your

vehicle. It holds up to six CDs. You

operate the CD changer with the

same controls used for the in-dash

CD player.

To select the CD changer, press the

CD button. The CD and track

numbers will be displayed. To select

a different CD, use the preset button

(1 6). If you select an empty slot in

the magazine, the changer will, after

finding that slot empty, try to load

the CD in the next slot.

Load the desired CDs in the

magazine, and load the magazine in

the changer according to the

instructions that came with it.

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When using CD-R discs, use only

high quality CDs labeled for audio

use.

When recording a CD-R, the

recording must be closed for it to

be used by the CD players.

CD-RW discs will not work in this

unit.

Play only standard round CDs.

Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the

driveorcauseotherproblems.

When a CD is not being played, store

it in its case to protect it from dust

and other contamination. To prevent

warpage, keep CDs out of direct

sunlight and extreme heat.

To clean a CD, use a clean soft cloth.

Wipe across the CD from the center

to the outside edge.

AnewCDmayberoughonthe

inner and outer edges. The small

plastic pieces causing this roughness

can flake off and fall on the re-

cording surface of the CD, causing

skipping or other problems. Remove

these pieces by rubbing the inner

and outer edges with the side of a

pencil or pen.

Never try to insert foreign objects in

the CD player or the magazine.

Handle a CD by its edges; never

touch either surface. Do not place

stabilizer rings or labels on the CD.

These, along with contamination

from fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tip

pens, can cause the CD to not play

properly, or possibly jam in the drive.

Handle your CDs properly to

prevent damage and skipping.

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Error

Message

Cause Solution

If you see an error message in the

display while playing a CD player,

find the cause in the chart to the

right. If you cannot clear the error

message, take the vehicle to a Honda

dealer.

Mechanical Error

High temperature

Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD.

Check it for damage or deformation.

If the CD cannot be pulled out, or the error

message does not disappear after the CD is

ejected, see a Honda dealer.

Will disappear when the temperature returns to

normal.

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Error

Message

SolutionCause

Solution

Error

Message Cause

If you see an error message in the

display while playing a CD player,

find the cause in the chart to the

right. If you cannot clear the error

message, take the vehicle to a Honda

dealer.

Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs,

check for error message. Insert the CDs again.

If the code does not disappear or the CD cannot

be pulled out, consult your Honda dealer.

Insert CD magazine.

FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

No CD in the CD

changer

Consult your Honda dealer.

Press the magazine eject button, and insert an

empty magazine.

Will disappear when the temperature returns to

normal.

See your Honda dealer.

Insert CD magazine.

Insert CD in magazine.

CD-changer malfunction

CD is in changer

mechanism

High temperature

Misconnection or

disconnection of CD

changer

No CD magazine in the CD

changer

No CD in magazine

EX and EX-L Models

LX Model

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DOLBY INDICATOR

PLAY

BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

FF BUTTON

TAPE EJECT

BUTTON

TAPE

BUTTON

CASSETTE

SLOT

DOLBY

BUTTON

PLAY

BUTTON

FF BUTTON

DOLBY

BUTTON

REW

BUTTON

SKIP

BUTTONS

PROG

BUTTON

RPT BUTTON

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RPT

BUTTON

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PWR/VOL

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SKIP BUTTONS

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The ignition switch must be in

ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Make

sure the open side of the tape is

facing right, then insert the tape

most of the way into the slot. The

system will pull the tape in the rest

of the way, and begin to play it.

The tape direction indicator will light

to show you which side of the tape is

playing. The indicates the side

youinsertedupwardinnowplaying.

If you want to play the other side,

press the PROG button. When the

player reaches the end of the tape, it

will automatically reverse direction

and play the other side.

Dolby noise reduction turns on

when you insert a tape. The

indicator will light in the

display. If the tape was not recorded

in Dolby, turn it off by pressing the

NR button. Dolby remains off until

you press the NR button again.

To remove the tape, press the

EJECT button. If you want to turn

the player off, press the PWR/VOL

knob or turn off the ignition. The

tape will remain in the drive. When

youturnthesystembackon,the

tape will begin playing where it left

off.

To switch to the radio or CD player

while a Tape is playing, press the

AM, FM or CD button. To change

back to the tape player, press the

TAPE button.

To rewind the tape,

push the REW button. You will see

REW in the display. To fast forward

the tape, push the FF button. You

will see FF displayed. Press the FF,

REW, or PLAY button to take the

system out of rewind or fast forward.

Press buttontofindthe

beginning of the current song or

passage. Press button to find the

beginning of the next song or

passage. When the system reaches

the beginning of a song or passage, it

begins to play it.

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under

license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo-

ration. ‘‘DOLBY’’ and the double-D symbol

are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation.

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To Stop Playing a Tape

Tape Search Functions

FF/REW

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to continuously play a song or

passage. You will see RPT or

REPEAT displayed. The track will

repeat until you press the RPT

button again.

The SKIP and REPEAT

functions use silent periods on the

tape to find the end of a song or

passage. These features may not

work if there is almost no gap

between selections, a high noise

level, or a silent period in the middle

of a selection.

Thetapeplayerpicksupdirtand

oxides from the tape. This

contamination builds up over time

and cause the sound quality to

degrade. To prevent this, you should

clean the player after every 30 hours

of use.

If you do not clean the tape player

regularly, it may eventually become

impossible to remove the

contamination with a normal

cleaning kit. Your Honda dealer has

a cleaning kit available.

Use 100-minute or shorter tapes.

Tapes longer than that may break or

jam the drive.

If the tape is loose, tighten it by

turning the hub with a pencil or your

finger. If the label is peeling off,

remove it or it could cause the

cassette to jam in the player. Never

try to insert a warped or damaged

cassette in the player.

Store tapes in their cases to protect

them from dust and moisture. Never

place tapes where they will be

exposed to direct sunlight, high heat,

or high humidity. If a tape is exposed

to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a

moderate temperature before

inserting it into the player.

Never try to insert foreign objects

into the cassette player.

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Your vehicle’s audio system will

disable itself if it is disconnected

from electrical power for any reason.

To make it work again, you must

enter a specific five-digit code in the

preset buttons. Because there are

hundreds of number combinations

possible from five-digits, making the

system work without knowing the

exact code is nearly impossible.

Youshouldhavereceivedacardthat

lists your audio system code number

and serial number. It is best to store

this card in a safe place at home. In

addition, you should write the audio

system’s serial number in this

Owner’s Manual.

Ifyoushouldhappentolosethecard,

you must obtain the code number

from a Honda dealer. To do this, you

will need the system’s serial number.

If your vehicle’s battery is discon-

nected or goes dead, the audio

system will disable itself. If this

happens, you will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the

frequencydisplaythenexttimeyou

turn on the system. Use the Preset

buttons to enter the five-digit code.

The code is located on the radio code

card included in your Owner’s

Manual kit. When it is entered

correctly, the radio will start playing.

If you make a mistake entering the

code, do not start over; complete the

five-digit sequence, then enter the

correct code. You have ten tries to

enter the correct code. If you are

unsuccessful in ten attempts, you

must then leave the system on for 1

hour before trying again.

If the code card is lost, a Honda

dealer can access your code with

your radio’s serial number. To

access the serial number, turn the

radio on. It must display ‘‘COdE’’,

then turn the radio off. Push the

preset 1 and preset 6 at the same

time, then quickly release.

You will have to store your favorite

stations in the Preset buttons after

the system begins working. Your

original settings were lost when the

power was disconnected.

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If your vehicle’s battery is

disconnected or goes dead, you will

need to set the clock.

Press the CLOCK button until you

hear a beep. The displayed time

begins to blink. Change the hours by

pressing the H button until the

numbers advance to the desired time.

Change the minutes by press the M

button until the numbers advance to

the desired time.

When you are finished, press the

CLOCK button again.

You can quickly set the time to the

nearest hour. If the displayed time

is before the half hour, press the

CLOCK button until you hear a

beep, then press the R (RESET)

button to set the clock back to the

previous hour. If the displayed

time is after the half hour, the

clock sets forward to the

beginning of the next hour.

For example:

1:06 will reset to 1:00

1:53 will reset to 2:00

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RESET BUTTON

CLOCK BUTTON

H BUTTONH BUTTON

CLOCK BUTTONM BUTTON M BUTTON

RESET BUTTON

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Cruise control allows you to maintain

asetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)

without keeping your foot on the

accelerator pedal. It should be used

for cruising on straight, open

highways. It is not recommended for

city driving, winding roads, slippery

roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Push in the Cruise Control Master

Switch. The indicator in the switch

will come on.

Accelerate to the desired cruising

speedabove25mph(40km/h).

Press and release the SET/decel

buttononthesteeringwheel.The

CRUISE CONTROL light on the

instrument panel comes on to

show the system is now activated.

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SET/decel

RESUME/accel

CANCEL

Improper use of the cruise

control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only

when traveling on open

highways in good weather.

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Cruise control may not hold the set

speed when you are going up and

down hills. If your speed increases

going down a hill, use the brakes to

slow down. This will cancel the

cruise control. To resume the set

speed, press the RESUME/accel

button. The CRUISE CONTROL

light on the instrument panel will

come back on.

You can increase the set cruising

speed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the RESUME/

accel button. When you reach the

desired cruising speed, release the

button.

To increase your speed in very

small amounts, tap the RESUME/

accel button. Each time you do

this, your vehicle will speed up

about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Push on the accelerator pedal.

Accelerate to the desired cruising

speed and press the SET/decel

button.

You can decrease the set cruising

speed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the SET/decel

button. Release the button when

you reach the desired speed.

To slow down in very small

amounts, tap the SET/decel

button. Each time you do this,

your vehicle will slow down about

1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Tap the brake or clutch pedal

lightly with your foot. The

CRUISE CONTROL light on the

instrument panel will go out.

When the vehicle slows to the

desired speed, press the SET/

decel button.

Changing the Set Speed

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Even with the cruise control turned

on, you can still use the accelerator

pedal to speed up for passing. After

completing the pass, take your foot

off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle

will return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake or

clutch pedal will cause the cruise

control to cancel.

Youcancancelthecruisecontrolin

any of these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the

steering wheel.

Press the Cruise Control Master

Switch.

When you push the CANCEL button,

or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the

system remembers the previously-

set cruising speed. To return to that

speed, accelerate to above 25 mph

(40 km/h) and then press and

release the RESUME/accel button.

The CRUISE CONTROL light comes

on. The vehicle will accelerate to the

same cruising speed as before.

Pressing the Cruise Control Master

Switch turns the system off and

erases the previous cruising speed.

Cancelling the Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed

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Before you begin driving your Honda,

youshouldknowwhatgasolineto

use, and how to check the levels of

important fluids. You also need to

know how to properly store luggage

or packages. The information in this

section will help you. If you plan to

add any accessories to your vehicle,

please read the information in this

section first.

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Help assure your vehicle’s future

reliability and performance by paying

extra attention to how you drive

during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).

Avoid full throttle starts and rapid

acceleration.

Do not change the oil until the

scheduled maintenance time.

Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst

200 miles (300 km).

During this period:

Your Honda is designed to operate

on unleaded gasoline with a pump

octane number of 86 or higher. Use

of a lower octane gasoline can cause

a persistent, heavy, metallic rapping

noise in the engine that can lead to

mechanical failure.

We recommend using a gasoline

containing detergent additives that

help prevent fuel system and engine

deposits.

In addition, in order to maintain good

performance, fuel economy, and

emissions control, we strongly

recommend, in areas where it is

available, the use of gasoline that

does NOT contain manganese-based

fuel additives such as MMT.

Use of gasoline with these additives

may adversely affect performance,

and cause the Malfunction Indicator

Lamp on your instrument panel to

come on. If this happens, contact

your authorized Honda dealer for

service.

For further important fuel-related

information, please refer to your

Quick Start Guide.

You should also follow these re-

commendations with an overhauled

or exchanged engine, or when the

brakes are replaced.

Do not tow a trailer.

Some gasoline today is blended with

oxygenates such as ethanol or

MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to

operate on oxygenated gasoline

containing up to 10 percent ethanol

by volume and up to 15 percent

MTBE by volume. Do not use

gasoline containing methanol.

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Park with the driver’s side closest

to the gas pump.

Open the fuel fill door by pulling

on the handle located under the

lower left corner of the dashboard.

Screw the fuel fill cap back on

until it clicks at least three times.

If you do not properly tighten the

cap, the Malfunction Indicator

Lampmaycomeon(seepage

Push the fuel fill door closed until

it latches.

even though the tank is not full,

there may be a problem with your

vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery

system. The system helps keep

fuel vapors from going into the

atmosphere. Consult your dealer.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel

nozzle automatically clicks off. Do

not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave

some room for the fuel to expand

with temperature changes.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.

You may hear a hissing sound as

pressure inside the tank escapes.

Place the cap in the holder on the

fuel fill door.

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Pull

Gasoline is highly flammable

and explosive. You can be

burned or seriously injured

when handling fuel.

Stop the engine and keep

heat, sparks, and flames

away.

Handle fuel only outdoors.

Wipe up spills immediately.

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To Open the Hood:

Park the vehicle, and set the

parking brake. Pull the hood

release handle located under the

lower left corner of the dashboard.

The hood will pop up slightly.

Put your fingers between the front

edge of the hood and the front

grille. The hood latch handle is

above the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this

handle up until it releases the

hood. Lift the hood.

If the hood latch handle moves

stiffly, or if you can open the hood

without lifting the handle, the

mechanism should be cleaned and

lubricated.

Pull the support rod out of its clip

and insert the end into the hole in

the hood.

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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

LATCH

SUPPORT ROD

CLIP

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To Close the Hood:

Lift it up slightly to remove the

support rod from the hole. Put the

support rod back into its holding clip.

Lowerthefender,thenletitdrop.

Make sure it is securely latched.

Wait a few minutes after turning the

engine off before you check the oil.

Remove the dipstick (orange

handle).

Wipe the dipstick with a clean

cloth or paper towel.

Insert it all the way back in its tube.

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DIPSTICK

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Remove the dipstick again and

check the level. It should be

between the upper and lower

marks.

If it is near or below the lower mark,

see on page .

Look at the coolant level in the

radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is

between the MAX and MIN lines. If

it is below the MIN line, see

on page for

information on adding the proper

coolant.

Refer to

on page for

information on checking other

items in your Honda.

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Adding Oil

Engine Coolant Check

Adding

Engine Coolant

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UPPER MARK

LOWER MARK

MAX RESERVE TANK

MIN

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Always maintain your vehicle

according to the maintenance

schedule. See

(see page

an underinflated tire

causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’

which uses fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud on

your vehicle’s underside adds

weight and rolling resistance.

Frequent cleaning helps your fuel

mileage and reduces the chance of

corrosion.

Drive moderately. Rapid

acceleration, abrupt cornering and

hard braking use more fuel.

Always drive in the highest gear

possible.

The air conditioning puts an extra

load on the engine which makes it

usemorefuel.Usethefresh-air

ventilation when possible.

Combine several short trips into

one.

Try to maintain a constant speed.

Everytimeyouslowdownand

speed up, your vehicle uses extra

fuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhen

appropriate.

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For example,

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Improving Fuel Economy

Owner’s

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Modifying your vehicle, or installing

some non-Honda accessories, can

make your vehicle unsafe. Before

you make any modifications or add

anyaccessories,besuretoreadthe

following information.

When properly installed, cellular

phones, alarms, two-way radios, and

low-powered audio systems should

not interfere with your vehicle’s

computer controlled systems, such

as the SRS and anti-lock brake

system.

However, if electronic accessories

are improperly installed, or exceed

your vehicle’s electrical system

capacity, they can interfere with the

operation of your vehicle, or even

cause the airbags to deploy.

Before installing any accessory:

Be sure electronic accessories do

not overload electrical circuits

(see page ) or interfere with

proper operation.

Have the installer contact your

Honda dealer for assistance before

installing any electronic accessory.

Make sure the accessory does not

obscure any lights, or interfere

with proper vehicle operation or

performance.

Your dealer has Honda accessories

that allow you to personalize your

vehicle. These accessories have

been designed and approved for your

vehicle, and are covered by warranty.

Although aftermarket accessories

may fit on your vehicle, they may not

meet factory specifications, and

could adversely affect your vehicle’s

handling and stability (see

‘‘Modifications’’ on page for

additional information).

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Improper accessories or

modifications can affect your

vehicle’s handling, stability, and

performance, and cause a

crash in which you can be hurt

or killed.

Follow all instructions in this

owner’s manual regarding

accessories and modifications.

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Larger or smaller wheels and tires

can interfere with the operation of

your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and

other systems.

Do not modify your steering wheel

or any other part of your

Supplemental Restraint System.

Modifications could make the

system ineffective. See the safety

precautions on page .

If you plan to modify your vehicle,

consult with your Honda dealer.

Removing parts from your vehicle,

or replacing components with non-

Honda (aftermarket) components

could seriously affect your vehicle’s

handling, stability, and reliability.

Some examples are:

Lowering your vehicle with an

aftermarket suspension kit that

significantly reduces ground

clearance can allow the

undercarriage to hit speed bumps

or other raised objects, which

could cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with an

aftermarket suspension kit can

affect the handling and stability.

Aftermarket wheels, because they

are a universal design, can cause

excessive stress on suspension

components.

Improperly

replacing or covering front seat-

back covers can prevent your side

airbags from inflating during a

collision.

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Accessories and Modifications

Additional Safety Precaution

Do not cover or replace front seat-

back covers without consulting a

Honda dealer.

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Your vehicle has several convenient

storage areas:

However, carrying too much cargo,

or improperly storing it, can affect

your vehicle’s handling, stability,

stopping distance, and tires, and

make it unsafe. Before carrying any

type of cargo, be sure to read the

following pages.

Roof-rack (if installed)

Cargo area

Seat-back pockets

Door pockets

Tailgate pockets

Glove box

Dashboard pocket

Storage box

Center pocket

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DOOR POCKETS

SEAT-BACK

POCKETS

GLOVE BOX

A/T model only

TAILGATE POCKETS

STORAGE BOX

DASHBOARD POCKET

CARGO AREA CENTER POCKET

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Determine the combined weight

of accessories, luggage, and cargo

beingloadedinthevehicle.The

weight may not safely exceed the

available cargo and luggage load

capacity calculated in step 4 [250

lbs(115kg)inthisexample].

The resulting figure equals the

available amount of cargo and

luggage load capacity.

Subtract the combined weight of

the driver and passengers from

850 lbs (395 kg).

Determine the combined weight

of the driver and passengers that

will be riding in the vehicle.

(Five is seating capacity of your

vehicle.)

For example, if there will be four 150

lbs (70 kg) occupants in your vehicle,

the amount of available cargo and

luggage load capacity is 250 lbs (115

kg).

4 150 lbs (70 kg) = 600 lbs (280

kg)

850 lbs (395 kg) 600 lbs (280 kg) =

250 lbs (115 kg)

If your vehicle will be towing a

trailer, the load from your trailer

will be transferred to your vehicle.

Consult this manual to determine

how this reduces the available

cargo and luggage load capacity of

your vehicle.

The total weight must not exceed

theGrossVehicleWeightRating

(GVWR). The load for the front and

rear axles also must not exceed the

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

(see page ).

The maximum load for your vehicle

is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure

includes the total weight of all

occupants, cargo, accessories, and

the tongue weight if you are towing a

trailer.

To determine the correct cargo and

luggage load limit:

Locate the statement, ‘‘the

combined weight of occupants and

cargo should never exceed 850 lbs

(395 kg)’’ on your vehicle’s placard

(on the driver’s doorjamb).

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Overloading or improper

loading can affect handling and

stability and cause a crash in

which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other

loading guidelines in this

manual.

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Store or secure all items that could

be thrown around and hurt

someone during a crash.

Be sure items placed on the floor

behind the front seats cannot roll

under the seats and interfere with

the pedals or seat operation.

Keep the glove box closed while

driving. If it is open, a passenger

could injure their knees during a

crash or sudden stop.

Distribute cargo evenly on the

floor of the cargo area, placing the

heaviest items on the bottom and

as far forward as possible. Tie

down items that could be thrown

about the vehicle during a crash or

sudden stop.

If you carry large items that

prevent you from closing the

tailgate or the hatch glass, exhaust

gas can enter the passenger area.

To avoid the possibility of

, follow the

instructions on page .

If you can carry any items on a

roof rack, be sure the total weight

of the rack and the items does not

exceed the maximum allowable

weight. Please contact your Honda

dealer for further information.

If you use an accessory roof rack,

the roof rack weight limit may be

lower. Refer to the information that

came with your roof rack.

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Carrying Items in the Passenger

Compartment

Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area

or on a Roof Rack

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This section gives you tips on

starting the engine under various

conditions, and how to operate the

5-speed manual and automatic

transmissions. It also includes

important information on parking

your vehicle, the braking system,

and facts you need if you are plan-

ning to tow a trailer or drive off-

highway.

........................Driving Guidelines . 136

........................Preparing to Drive . 137

.......................Starting the Engine . 138

....5-speed Manual Transmission . 139

..............Automatic Transmission . 141

..................................Parking Tips . 146

.............................Braking System . 147

...............Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 148

.................Towing Weight Limits . 150

...........................Towing a Trailer . 152

......................Trailer Driving Tips . 155

Towing Your Vehicle Behind a

................................Motorhome . 157

Off-Highway Driving

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Your Honda has a higher ground

clearance that allows you to travel

over bumps, obstacles, and rough

terrain. It also provides good

visibility so you can anticipate

problems earlier.

Because your vehicle rides higher

off the ground, it has a high center

of gravity that can cause it to roll

over if you make abrupt turns. Utility

vehicles have a significantly higher

roll over rate than other types of

vehicles.

To prevent rollovers or loss of

control:

Take corners at slower speeds

than you would with a passenger

vehicle.

Avoid sharp turns and abrupt

maneuvers whenever possible.

Do not carry heavy cargo on the

roof.

Do not modify your vehicle in any

way that would raise the center of

gravity.

Your Honda is equipped with a four-

wheel drive (4WD) system. When

the system senses a loss of front-

wheel traction, it automatically

transfers some power to the rear

wheels. This gives you better

traction and mobility.

You still need to exercise the same

care when accelerating, steering, and

brakingthatyouwouldinatwo-

wheel drive vehicle.

Four-wheel Drive Models

See page for additional guidelines

for driving off-highway.

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Check that any items you may be

carrying with you inside are stored

properly or fastened down

securely.

Visually check the tires. If a tire

looks low, use a gauge to check its

pressure.

Check that the hood, tailgate and

hatch glass are fully closed.

Make sure all windows, mirrors,

and outside lights are clean and

unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,

or ice.

Youshoulddothefollowingchecks

and adjustments before you drive

your vehicle.

Check the seat adjustment (see

page ).

Check the adjustment of the

inside and outside mirrors (see

page ).

Check the steering wheel

adjustment (see page ).

Make sure the doors and tailgate

are securely closed and locked.

Fasten your seat belt. Check that

your passengers have fastened

their seat belts (see page ).

When you start the engine, check

the gauges and indicator lights in

the instrument panel (see page

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Apply the parking brake.

In cold weather, turn off all

electrical accessories to reduce

the drain on the battery.

Push the clutch pedal down all the

way.

Make sure the shift lever is in

Park. Press on the brake pedal.

Without touching the accelerator

pedal, turn the ignition key to the

START (III) position. Do not hold

the key in START for more than

15 seconds at a time. If the engine

does not start right away, pause

for at least 10 seconds before

trying again.

If the engine does not start within

15 seconds, or starts but stalls

right away, repeat step 4 with the

accelerator pedal pressed halfway

down. If the engine starts, release

pressure on the accelerator pedal

so the engine does not race.

If the engine still does not start,

press the accelerator pedal all the

way down and hold it there while

starting in order to clear flooding.

If the engine still does not start,

return to step 5.

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NOTICE: The engine is harder to start

in cold weather. Also, the thinner air

f ound at altitudes above 8,000 feet

(2,400 meters) adds to this problem.

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The manual transmission is syn-

chronizedinallforwardgearsfor

smooth operation. It has a lockout so

you cannot shift directly from Fifth

to Reverse. When shifting up or

down,makesureyoupushtheclutch

pedal down all the way, shift to the

next gear, and let the pedal up

gradually. When you are not shifting,

do not rest your foot on the clutch

pedal. This can cause your clutch to

wear out faster.

Come to a full stop before you shift

into Reverse. You can damage the

transmission by trying to shift into

Reverse with the vehicle moving.

Push down the clutch pedal, and

pause for a few seconds before

shifting into Reverse, or shift into

one of the forward gears for a

moment. This stops the gears so

they won’t ‘‘grind.’’

When slowing down, you can get

extra braking from the engine by

shifting to a lower gear. This extra

braking can help you maintain a safe

speed and prevent your brakes from

overheating while going down a

steep hill. Before downshifting,

make sure engine speed will not go

into the tachometer’s red zone in the

lower gear.

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Rapid slowing or speeding-up

can cause loss of control on

slippery surfaces. If you crash,

you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving on

slippery surfaces.

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Drive in the highest gear that lets

the engine run and accelerate

smoothly. This will give you the best

fuel economy and effective emis-

sions control. The following shift

points are recommended:

Normal acceleration

15 mph (24 km/h)

25 mph (40 km/h)

40 mph (64 km/h)

48 mph (77 km/h)

Shift up

1st to 2nd

2nd to 3rd

3rd to 4th

4th to 5th

If you exceed the maximum speed

for the gear you are in, the engine

speed will enter into the tachometer’s

red zone. If this occurs, you may feel

the engine cut in and out. This is

caused by a limiter in the engine’s

computer controls. The engine will

run normally when you reduce the

RPM below the red zone.

Before downshifting, make sure the

engine will not go into the

tachometer’s red zone.

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These indicators on the instrument

panel show which position the shift

lever is in.

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a

few seconds when you turn the

ignition switch to ON (II). If it

flashes while driving (in any shift

position), it indicates a possible

problem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lamp

comes on along with the ‘‘D’’

indicator, there is a problem in the

automatic transmission control

system. Avoid rapid acceleration and

havethetransmissioncheckedbya

Honda dealer as soon as possible.

To shift from any position, press

firmly on the brake pedal and pull

the lever toward you. You cannot

shift out of Park when the ignition

switch is in LOCK (0) or

ACCESSORY (I).

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This position mechani-

cally locks the transmission. Use

Park whenever you are turning off or

starting the engine. To shift out of

Park, you must press on the brake

pedal and have your foot off the

accelerator pedal.

If you have done all of the above and

still cannot move the lever out of

Park, see on

page .

To avoid transmission damage, come

to a complete stop before shifting

into Park. The shift lever must be in

Park before you can remove the key

from the ignition switch.

To shift from Park

to Reverse, press the pedal, then

move the shift lever. To shift from

Reverse to Neutral, come to a

completestop,andthenshift.

Your vehicle has a reverse lockout so

you cannot accidentally shift to

Reverse when the vehicle speed

exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h).

If you cannot shift to Reverse when

the vehicle is stopped, press the

brake pedal and slowly shift to

Neutral, and then to Reverse.

If there is a problem in the reverse

lockout system, or your vehicle’s

battery is disconnected or goes dead,

you cannot shift to Reverse. (Refer

to Shift Lock Release on page ).144

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To shift from:

PtoR

RtoN

NtoD

Dto2

2to1

1to2

2toD

DtoN

NtoR

RtoP

Do this:

Press the brake pedal, then

move the shift lever.

Move the lever.

Park (P)

Shift Lock Release

Reverse (R)

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Use Neutral if you

need to restart a stalled engine, or if

it is necessary to stop briefly with

the engine idling. Shift to the Park

position if you need to leave your

vehicle for any reason. Press on the

brake pedal when you are moving

the shift lever from Neutral to

another gear.

Use this position for

your normal driving. The transmis-

sion automatically selects a suitable

gear for your speed and acceleration.

You may notice the transmission

shifting up at higher speeds when

the engine is cold. This helps the

engine warm up faster.

TheOver-drive(O/D)ison

whenever you turn the ignition to

ON (II). Pressing the O/D switch on

the edge of the shift lever to turn it

off; the O/D OFF indicator comes

on.

Over-drivecanbeturnedonoroff

only when the ignition switch is in

the ON (II) position and the shift

lever is in any position.

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Neutral (N)

Drive (D)

Over-drive (O/D) Mode

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WhentheOver-driveisoff,the

transmission selects only the first

three gears. Use it to provide engine

braking when going down a steep hill,

or keep the transmission from

cycling between third and fourth

gears in stop-and-go driving.

This position locks

the transmission in second gear. It

does not downshift to first gear

when you come to a stop.

Use Second gear:

For more power when climbing.

To increase engine braking when

going down steep hills.

For starting out on a slippery

surface or in deep snow.

To help reduce wheel spin.

When driving downhill with a

trailer.

Do this if pushing on the brake pedal

and pulling the shift lever does not

shift the transmission out of Park:

Set the Parking brake.

Make sure the ignition switch is in

the LOCK (0) position.

To release the reverse lockout,

make sure the ignition switch is in

the ACCESSORY(I) position.

Put a cloth on the edge of the shift

lock release slot cover next to the

shift lever. Using a key, carefully

pry on the edge of the cover to

remove it.

Insert a key into the shift lock

release slot.

To release the reverse lockout,

move the shift lever from Neutral

to Reverse, then to Park.

Push down on the key and move

the shift lever out of Park to

Neutral.

Second (2)

Shift Lock Release

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If you exceed the maximum speed

for the gear you are in, the engine

speed will enter into the tachometer’s

red zone. If this occurs, you may feel

the engine cut in and out. This is

caused by a limiter in the engine’s

computer controls. The engine will

run normally when you reduce the

RPM below the red zone.

This position locks the

transmission in First gear. By upshift-

ing and downshifting through 1, 2,

and D, you can operate this

transmission much like a manual

transmission without a clutch pedal.

If you shift into First position when

the vehicle speed is above 31 mph

(50 km/h), the transmission shifts

into Second gear first to avoid

sudden engine braking.

Remove the key from the shift

lock release slot, then replace the

cover. Make sure the notch on the

cover is on the right side. Press

the brake pedal and restart the

engine.

If you need to use the shift lock

release, it means your vehicle is

developing a problem. Have it

checked by a Honda dealer.

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Always use the parking brake when

you park your vehicle. Make sure

the parking brake is set firmly or

your vehicle may roll if it is parked

on an incline.

If your vehicle has an automatic

transmission, set the parking brake

before you put the transmission in

Park. This keeps the vehicle from

moving and putting pressure on the

parking mechanism in the

transmission.

Make sure the moonroof and the

windows are closed.

Turn off the lights.

Place any packages, valuables, etc.

in the cargo area, or take them

with you.

Lock the doors and the tailgate.

Make sure the hatch glass is

closed securely.

Never park over dry leaves, tall

grass, or other flammable

materials. The hot three way

catalytic converter could cause

these materials to catch on fire.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn

the front wheels away from the

curb.

If the vehicle is facing downhill,

turn the front wheels toward the

curb.

Make sure the parking brake is

fully released before driving away.

Driving with the parking brake

partially set can overheat or

damage the rear brakes.

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Your Honda is equipped with disc

brakes at all four wheels. A power

assist helps reduce the effort needed

on the brake pedal. The ABS (on

vehicles equipped with ABS) helps

you retain steering control when

braking very hard.

Resting your foot on the pedal keeps

the brakes applied lightly, builds up

heat, and reduces their effectiveness.

It also keeps your brake lights on all

the time, confusing drivers behind

you.

Constant application of the brakes

when going down a long hill builds

up heat and reduces their effective-

ness. Use the engine to assist the

brakes by taking your foot off the

accelerator and downshifting to a

lower gear.

Check your brakes after driving

through deep water. Apply the

brakes moderately to see if they feel

normal. If not, apply them gently and

frequently until they do. Be extra

cautious and alert in your driving.

The hydraulic system that operates

the brakes has two separate circuits.

Each circuit works diagonally across

the vehicle (the left-front brake is

connected with the right-rear brake,

etc.). If one circuit should develop a

problem, you will still have braking

at two wheels.

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If the brake pads need replacing, you

will hear a distinctive, metallic

screeching sound when you apply

the brake pedal. If you do not have

the brake pads replaced, they will

screech all the time. It is normal for

the brakes to occasionally squeal or

squeak when you apply them.

The ABS also balances the front-to-

rear braking distribution according

to vehicle loading.

this defeats the purpose of the ABS.

Let the ABS work for you by always

keeping firm, steady pressure on the

brake pedal as you steer away from

the hazard. This is sometimes

referred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brake

pedal when the ABS activates, and

you may hear some noise. This is

normal: it is the ABS rapidly

pumpingthebrakes.Ondry

pavement, you will need to press on

thebrakepedalveryhardbeforethe

ABS activates. However, you may

feel the ABS activate immediately if

you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

helps prevent the brakes from

locking up and helps you retain

steering control by pumping the

brakes rapidly, much faster than a

person can do it.

You should never pump the brake pedal;

Standard for EX model in the U.S., and

EX and EX-L models in Canada

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The ABS is self-checking each time

the vehicle is started and moved.

The ABS indicator will come on if

anything goes wrong. If the ABS

indicator comes on, the brakes still

work like a conventional system, but

without anti-lock. You should have a

dealer inspect your vehicle as soon

as possible.

it only helps with steering

control during braking. You should

always maintain a safe following

distance from other vehicles.

such as trying to take a

corner too fast or making a sudden

lane change. Always drive at a safe,

prudent speed for the road and

weather conditions.

Always steer moderately

when you are braking hard. Severe

or sharp steering wheel movement

can still cause your vehicle to veer

into oncoming traffic or off the road.

on loose or

uneven surfaces, such as gravel or

snow, than a vehicle without anti-

lock. Slow down and allow a greater

distance between vehicles under

those conditions.

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ABS does not reduce the time or

distance it takes to stop the

vehicle;

ABS will not prevent a skid that

results from changing direction

abruptly,

ABS cannot prevent a loss of

stability.

A vehicle with ABS may require a

longer distance to stop

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The maximum

allowable weight of the vehicle, all

occupants, all cargo and the tongue

load is 4,320 lbs (1,960 kg).

The maximum

allowable weight on the vehicle axles

are 2,160 lbs (980 kg) on the front

axle, and 2,250 lbs (1,020 kg) on the

rear axle.

Your vehicle has been designed to

primarily carry passengers and their

cargo. You can use it to tow a trailer

if you carefully observe the load

limits, use the proper equipment, and

follow the guidelines in this section.

Be sure to read the

on page

if you plan to tow off paved

surfaces.

Thebestwaytoconfirmthatall

loads are within limits is to check

them at a public scale.

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Towing Weight Limits

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(GVWR)

Gross Axle Weight Ratings

(GAWR)

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Exceeding any load limit or

improperly loading your vehicle

and trailer can cause a crash in

which you can be seriously hurt

or killed.

Check the loading of your

vehicle and trailer carefully

beforestartingtodrive.

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The total

weight of the trailer and

everything loaded in it must not

exceed 1,500 lbs (680 kg). Towing

a load that is too heavy can

seriously affect your vehicle’s

handling and performance. It can

also damage the engine and

drivetrain.

The weight that

the tongue of a fully-loaded trailer

puts on the hitch should be

approximately 10 percent of the

trailer weight. Too little tongue

load can make the trailer unstable

and cause it to sway. Too much

tongue load reduces front-tire

traction and steering control.

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Total Trailer Weight: Tongue Load:

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Towing generally requires a variety

of supplemental equipment. To

ensure the best quality, we

recommend that you purchase

Honda equipment whenever possible.

Discuss any additional needs with

your trailer sales or rental agency,

and make sure all equipment is

properly installed, maintained, and

also meets state regulations.

Any hitch used on your vehicle must

be properly bolted to the underbody.

Always use safety chains. Make sure

they are secured to both the trailer

and hitch, and that they cross under

the tongue so they can catch the

trailer if it becomes unhitched.

Leave enough slack to allow the

trailer to turn corners easily, but do

not let the chains drag on the ground.

There are two common types of

trailer brakes: surge and electric.

Surge brakes are common for boat

trailers, since the brakes will get wet.

Honda requires that any trailer with

a total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455

kg) or more have its own brakes.

Electric brakes must be

electronically actuated. Do not

attempt to tap into your vehicle’s

hydraulic system. See your brake

manufacturer for more information

on installing electric brakes.

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Accessories

Hitches

Safety Chains

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Check trailer light requirements for

the areas where you plan to tow.

Many states and Canadian provinces

require special outside mirrors when

towing a trailer. Even if they don’t,

you should install special mirrors if

you cannot clearly see behind you, or

if the trailer creates a blind spot.

Askyourtrailersalesorrental

agency if any other items are

recommended or required for your

towing situation.

Your vehicle has a trailer lighting

connector located behind the left

side panel in the cargo area. Refer to

thedrawingaboveforthewiring

color code and purpose of each pin.

If you use a non-Honda trailer

lighting harness and converter, you

can get the connector and pins that

mate with the connector in your

vehicle from your Honda dealer.

Connector 98530-00006-00

Terminal Kit 07JAZ-001-030A

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GROUND

(BLACK)

LEFT TURN SIGNAL

(GREEN/RED)

RIGHT TURN SIGNAL

(GREEN/YELLOW)

BRAKE LIGHT

(WHITE/BLACK)

TAILLIGHT

(RED/YELLOW)

BACK-UP LIGHT

(WHITE/BLACK)

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When preparing to tow, and before

driving away, be sure to check the

following:

The vehicle has been properly

serviced, and the tires, brakes,

suspension, and cooling system

are in good operating condition.

If you tow frequently, follow the

Severe Conditions maintenance

schedule.

The trailer has been properly

serviced and is in good condition.

Thehitch,safetychains,andany

other attachments are secure.

Allitemsonandinthetrailerare

properly secured and cannot shift

while you drive.

The lights and brakes on your

vehicle and the trailer are working

properly.

Your vehicle tires and spare are

properly inflated (see page ),

and the trailer tires and spare are

inflated as recommended by the

trailer maker.

All weights and loads are within

limits (see page ).151

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The added weight, length, and

height of a trailer will affect your

vehicle’s handling and performance,

so driving with a trailer requires

some special driving skills and

techniques.

Make turns more slowly and wider

than normal. The trailer tracks a

smaller arc than your vehicle, and it

canhitorrunoversomethingthe

vehicle misses. Allow more time and

distance for braking. Do not brake or

turn suddenly as this could cause the

trailer to jackknife or turn over.

When climbing hills, closely watch

your temperature gauge. If it nears

the red mark, turn the air

conditioning off, reduce speed and, if

necessary, pull to the side of the

road to let the engine cool.

If the automatic transmission shifts

frequently between 3rd and 4th

gears while going up a hill, turn off

the Over drive (O/D) mode (see

page ).

Ifyoumuststopwhenfacinguphill,

use the foot brake or parking brake.

Do not try to hold the vehicle in

placebypressingontheaccelerator,

as this can cause the automatic

transmission to overheat.

Foryoursafetyandthesafetyof

others,taketimetopracticedriving

maneuvers before heading for the

open road, and follow the guidelines

discussed below.

Drive slower than normal in all

driving situations, and obey posted

speed limits for vehicles with trailers.

If you have an automatic

transmission, use over drive (O/D)

when towing a trailer on level roads.

Turn off the over drive (O/D) mode

when towing a trailer in hilly terrain.

(see ‘‘ ’’ in the next

column for additional gear

information.)

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Driving Safely With a Trailer

Towing Speeds and Gears

Making Turns and Braking

Driving on Hills

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Always drive slowly and have

someone guide you when backing up.

Grip the of the steering

wheel; then turn the wheel to the left

to get the trailer to move to the left,

andturnthewheelrighttomovethe

trailer to the right.

Crosswinds and air turbulence

caused by passing trucks can disrupt

your steering and cause trailer

swaying. When being passed by a

large vehicle, keep a constant speed

and steer straight ahead. Do not try

to make quick steering or braking

corrections.

Follow all normal precautions when

parking, including firmly setting the

parking brake and putting the

transmission in Park (automatic) or

in 1st or Reverse (manual). Also,

place wheel chocks at each of the

trailer’s tires.

When driving down hills, reduce

your speed and shift down to 3rd

gear on the manual transmission,

and turn off the Over drive (O/D)

mode on the automatic transmission.

Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes.

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Driving

Backing Up

Handling Crosswinds and Buffeting

Parking

Remember: It will take longer to

slow down and stop when towing

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Your Honda can be towed behind a

motorhome at legal highway speeds

up to 65 mph(100 km/h). Do not

exceed 65 mph(100km/h).

Otherwise, severe transmission

damage will occur. To avoid damage

to the 4WD system, it must be towed

with all four wheels on the ground

(flat towing).

When purchasing a tow bar, make

sure you select a reputable

manufacturer and installer. Follow

the manufacturer’s attachment

instructions carefully.

Perform the following procedure

everyday immediately before you

begin towing. Otherwise severe

automatic transmission damage will

occur.

Check the transmission fluid level

(see page ).

Start the engine.

Press on the brake pedal. Move

the shift lever through all its

positions.

ShifttoD,thentoN.Letthe

engine run for three minutes, then

turn it off.

Leave the ignition switch in

ACCESSORY (I) so the steering

wheel does not lock. Make sure

the radio and any items plugged

into the accessory power sockets

are turned off so you do not run

down the battery.

If you tow more than 8 hours in one

day, you should repeat the above

procedure at least every 8 hours

(when you stop for fuel, etc.)

Release the parking brake.

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NOTICE:

The steering system can be

damaged if the steering wheel is locked.

Leave the ignition switch in Accessory

(I), and make sure the steering wheel

turns f reely bef ore you begin towing.

Failure to f ollow the above

instructions exactly will result in severe

automatic transmission damage. If you

cannot shift the transmission or start

the engine, your vehicle must be

transported on a flat-bed truck or

trailer.

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When towing your CR-V for long

periods, remove the 7.5A Accessory/

Radio fuse to reduce drain on battery.

This fuse in located in the interior

fuse box and is shown as number 8

below.

Only remove the fuse after you have

performed the transmission shifting

procedure, and the key is in the

ACCESSORY (I) position. Store the

fuse in an obvious location (center

tray, coin pockets, etc) as a reminder

to re-install the fuse before driving

the vehicle.

IfyoutowaCR-Vwithanautomatic

transmission, the transmission fluid

must be changed every two years or

30,000 miles (48,000 km), whichever

comes first.

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NOTICE:

INTERIOR FUSE BOX

ACC/RADIO FUSE

This fuse MUST be re-

installed bef ore driving the vehicle.

Failure to re-install the f use may allow

youtoremovethekeywiththe

transmission in gear.

Severe automatic transmission damage

will occur if the vehicle is shif ted f rom

reverse to neutral and then towed with

the drive wheels on the ground.

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To avoid loss of control or rollover,

be sure to follow all precautions and

recommendations.

Be sure to store cargo properly

and do not exceed your Honda

cargo load limits (see pages

and ).

Wherever you drive, make sure

you and your passengers always

wear seat belts.

Keep your speed low, and never

go faster than the conditions allow.

It’s up to you to continually assess

the situation and drive within the

limits.

Your vehicle has been designed

primarily for use on pavement. But

its higher ground clearance allows

you to occasionally travel on unpaved

roads, to campgrounds, picnic sites,

and similar locations. It is not

designed for trail-blazing, mountain

climbing, or other challenging off-

road activities.

If you decide to drive on unpaved

roads, you will find that it requires

somewhat different driving skills.

Your vehicle will also handle

somewhat differently than it does on

pavement. So be sure to read this

owner’s manual, pay special attention

to the precautions and tips in this

section, and get acquainted with

your vehicle before you leave the

pavement.

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Off-Highway Driving Guidelines

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Improperly operating this

vehicle on or off-pavement can

cause an accident or rollover in

which you and your passengers

could be seriously injured or

killed.

Follow all instructions and

guidelines in the owner’s

manual.

Keep your speed low and

don’t drive faster than

conditions permit.

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Before you leave the pavement, be

sure to do all scheduled maintenance

and service and that you inspect your

vehicle. Pay special attention to the

condition of the tires and check the

tire pressure.

After you return to the pavement,

carefully inspect your vehicle to

make sure there is no damage that

could make driving it unsafe.

Recheck the condition of the tires

and the tire pressure.

The route presents limits (too steep

or bumpy roads). You have limits

(driving skill and comfort). And your

vehicle has limits (traction, stability,

and power).

Driving off-highway can be

hazardous if you fail to recognize

limits and take the proper

precautions.

Forbettertractiononallsurfaces,

accelerate slowly and gradually build

up speed. If you try to start too fast

on wet soil, mud, snow, or ice, you

might not have enough traction to

get underway and you may dig

yourself a hole. Starting with the

shift lever in second gear (2) will

help you have a smoother start on

snow and ice.

Keep in mind that you will usually

need more time and distance to

brake to a stop on unpaved surfaces.

Avoid hard braking. Do not pump

the brakes; let the anti-lock braking

system pump them for you.

Debris in the road can damage your

suspension or other components.

Because your vehicle has a high

center of gravity, driving over a large

obstacle, or allowing a wheel to drop

into a deep hole can cause your

vehicle to tip or roll over.

If you can’t clearly see all road

conditions or obstacles, walk the

slope before you drive on it. If you

have any doubt whether or not you

can safely drive on the slope, don’t

do it. Find another route.

If you are driving up a hill and find

that you cannot continue,

. Your vehicle could roll

over. Slowly back down the hill,

following the same route you took up

the hill.

do not try to

turn around

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Remember:

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Avoiding Obstacles

Driving on Slopes

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Avoid driving through deep water. If

you encounter water in your route (a

small stream or large puddle, for

example), evaluate it carefully before

going ahead. Make sure it is shallow,

flowing slowly, and has firm ground

underneath. If you are not sure of

the depth or the ground, turn around

andfindanotherroute.

Driving through deep water can also

damage your vehicle. The water can

get into the transmission and

differential, diluting the lubricant

and causing an eventual failure. It

can also wash the grease out of the

wheel bearings.

Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud,

or other surfaces where you could

get stuck. If you do happen to get

stuck because of inclement weather

or other conditions, choose a safe

and appropriate course of action.

You should never use a jack to try

getting unstuck. A jack only works

on firm, level ground. Also, your

vehicle could easily slip off the jack

and hurt you or someone else.

If you spin the wheels excessively

trying to get unstuck, you may

overheat the components of the

4-wheel drive system. If this happens,

the 4-wheel drive system shuts off

and only the front wheels receive

power. If this happens, stop and

allow everything to cool down. The

4-wheel drive system will work again

after its temperature drops.

If you slip the clutch for a long time

while trying to get unstuck, you may

overheat and damage it.

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If You Get StuckCrossing a Stream

4-Wheel Drive Vehicles

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This section explains why it is

important to keep your vehicle well

maintained and how to follow basic

maintenance safety precautions.

This section also includes

Maintenance Schedules for normal

driving and severe driving conditions,

a Maintenance Record, and instruc-

tions for simple maintenance tasks

you may want to take care of

yourself.

If you have the skills and tools to per-

form more complex maintenance

tasks on your Honda, you may want

to purchase the Service Manual. See

page for information on how to

obtain a copy, or see your Honda

dealer.

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.................Maintenance Schedule . 165

....................Maintenance Record . 170

..............................Fluid Locations . 172

........................Adding Engine Oil . 173

.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 174

..............................Engine Coolant . 176

....................Windshield Washers . 178

.......................Transmission Fluid . 179

................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 181

....................Power Steering Fluid . 182

....................................Hood Latch . 182

.............................................Lights . 183

.......................................Seat Belts . 187

.....................................Floor Mats . 188

..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 188

.................................Wiper Blades . 189

...............................................Tires . 190

...................Checking the Battery . 196

.............................Vehicle Storage . 197

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All service items not detailed in this

section should be performed by a

Honda technician or other qualified

mechanic.

To eliminate potential hazards, read

the instructions before you begin,

and make sure you have the tools

and skills required.

Make sure your vehicle is parked

on level ground, the parking brake

is set, and the engine is off.

To clean parts, use a commercially

available degreaser or parts

cleaner, not gasoline.

To reduce the possibility of fire or

explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,

and flames away from the battery

and all fuel-related parts.

Let the

engine and exhaust system cool

before touching any parts.

not run the engine unless

instructed to do so.

Be sure there is

adequate ventilation whenever you

operate the engine.

Wear eye protection and

protective clothing when working

with the battery or compressed air.

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Maintenance

Important Safety Precautions

Potential Vehicle Hazards

Burns from hot parts.

Injury from moving parts.

Carbon Monoxide poison from

engine exhaust.

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Improperly maintaining this

vehicle or failing to correct a

problem before driving can

cause a crash in which you can

be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspection

and maintenance

recommendations, and

schedules in this owner’s

manual.

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Some of the most important safety

precautions are given here. However,

we cannot warn you of every

conceivable hazard that can arise in

performing maintenance. Only you

can decide whether or not you

should perform a given task.

Service your vehicle according to the

time and mileage periods on one of

the Maintenance Schedules on the

following pages.

Follow the

Maintenance Schedule for Severe

Conditions if you drive your vehicle

MAINLY under one or more of the

following conditions.

Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)

per trip or, in freezing

temperatures, driving less than 10

miles (16 km) per trip.

Driving in extremely hot [over

90°F (32°C)] conditions.

Used primarily as a delivery

vehicle or taxi that is driven

mostly in stop-and-go traffic and/

or parked with the engine idling.

The maintenance schedule assumes

you will use your vehicle as normal

transportation for passengers and

their possessions. You should also

follow these recommendations:

Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s

load limit. This puts excess stress

on the engine, brakes, and many

other parts of you vehicle. The

load limit is shown on the tire

information label on the driver’s

doorjamb.

Operate your vehicle on

reasonable roads within the legal

speed limit.

Drive your vehicle regularly over a

distance of several miles

(kilometers).

Always use unleaded gasoline with

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Which Schedule to Follow:

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Failure to properly follow

maintenance instructions and

precautions can cause you to

be seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the procedures

and precautions in this owner’s

manual.

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Trailer towing, driving with a roof

top carrier, or driving in

mountainous conditions.

Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-

iced roads.

Follow the

Maintenance Schedule for Severe

Conditions.

Your authorized Honda dealer

knows your vehicle best and can

provide competent, efficient service.

However, service at a dealer is not

mandatory to keep your warranties

in effect. Maintenance may be done

by any qualified service facility or

skilled person to keep all the receipts

as proof of completion, and have the

person who does the work fill out the

Maintenance Record. Check your

warranty booklet for more

information.

We recommend the use of Honda

parts and fluids whenever you have

maintenance done.

If you only OCCASIONALLY

drive under ‘‘severe’’ conditions, you

should follow the Maintenance

Schedule for Normal Conditions.

According to state and federal

regulations, failure to perform

maintenance on the items marked

with will not void your emissions

warranties. However, Honda

recommends that all maintenance

services be performed at the

recommended time or mileage

period to ensure long-term reliability.

U.S. Vehicles:

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance

Canadian Owners

Servicing Your Vehicle

Maintenance, replacement, or

repair of emissions control

devices and systems may be done

by any automotive repair

establishment or individual using

parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA

standards.

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items at the specified intervals. If

you are unsure of how to perform

any check, turn to the appropriate

page listed.

Engine oil level Check every

time you fill the fuel tank. See

page .

Engine coolant level Check the

radiator reserve tank every time

you fill the fuel tank. See page .

Tires Check the tire pressure

monthly. Examine the tread for

wear and foreign objects. See page

Windshield washer fluid Check

the level in the reservoir monthly.

If weather conditions cause you to

use the washers frequently, check

the reservoir each time you stop

for fuel. See page .

Brakes Check the fluid level

monthly. See page .

Automatic transmission Check

the fluid level monthly. See page

Lights Check the operation of

the headlights, parking lights,

taillights, high-mount brake light,

turn signals, brake lights, and

license plate light monthly. See

page .

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Follow the Normal Maintenance

Schedule if the severe driving

conditions specified in the Severe

Conditions Maintenance Schedule on

the next page do not apply.

NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY

drive under ‘‘severe’’ conditions, you

should follow the Normal Conditions

Maintenance Schedule.

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miles x 1,000

km x 1,000

Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

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Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)

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Check inflation and condition once a month

Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop

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Replace at 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 6 years, then every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 5 years.

See information on maintenance and emission warranty on page .

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Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)

At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then

every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

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240

140

224

130

208

120

192

110

176

100

160

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Check engine oil and coolant

Check tires

Replace engine oil

Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 193 )

Replace engine oil filter

Check front and rear brakes

Check parking brake adjustment

Inspect the following items:

Tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots

Suspension components

Driveshaft boots

Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)

All fluid levels and condition of fluids

Exhaust system

Fuel lines and connections

Inspect drive belts

Replace dust and pollen filter

Replace air cleaner element

Replace spark plugs

Inspect valve clearance

Replace automatic transmission fluid

Replace manual transmission fluid

Replace rear differential fluid

Inspect idle speed

Replace engine coolant

Replace brake fluid

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Schedule if you drive your vehicle

MAINLY under one or more of the

following conditions:

Extensive idling or long periods of

stop and go driving, such as a taxi or

a delivery vehicle.

Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per

trip or, in freezing temperatures,

driving less than 10 miles (16 km)

per trip.

Driving in extremely hot [over 90°F

(32°C)] conditions.

Follow the

Maintenance Schedule for Severe

Conditions.

Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced

roads.

Trailer towing, driving with a roof

rack, or driving in mountainous

conditions.

commercial

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miles x 1,000

km x 1,000

Every 3 years (independent of mileage)

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Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop

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240

Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given).

Every 10,000 miles (16,000 km)

Check inflation and condition once a month

Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or every 6 months,

whichever comes first

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Every 160,000 miles (256,000 km)

At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 10 years, then

every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years

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Replace at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 3

years, then every 30,000 miles (48,000

km) or 2 years.

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100

160

140

224

130

208

120

192

110

176

See dust and pollen filter on page for

replacement information under special

driving conditions.

Check engine oil and coolant

Check tires

Replace engine oil

Rotate tires (follow pattern on page 193 )

Replace engine oil filter

Check front and rear brakes

Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches

Inspect the following items:

Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots

Suspension components, Driveshaft boots

Check parking brake adjustment

Inspect the following items:

Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)

All fluid levels and condition of fluids

Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections

Lights and controls/vehicle underbody

Inspect drive belts

Replace dust and pollen filter

Clean and replace air cleaner element

Replace spark plugs

Inspect valve clearance

Replace automatic transmission fluid

Replace manual transmission fluid

Replace rear differential fluid

Inspect idle speed

Replace engine coolant

Replace brake fluid

Clean every 15,000 miles (24,000 km), and replace every 30,000

miles (48,000 km)

Use normal schedule except in dusty

condition.

See information on maintenance and

emission warranty on page .

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5,000 mi

10,000 mi

15,000 mi

20,000 mi

25,000 mi

30,000 mi

35,000 mi

40,000 mi

45,000 mi

50,000 mi

55,000 mi

60,000 mi

65,000 mi

70,000 mi

75,000 mi

80,000 mi

Signature or dealer stamp mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

Signature or dealer stamp mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

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.

8,000 km

16,000 km

24,000 km

32,000 km

(or 1 year)

40,000 km

48,000 km

56,000 km

64,000 km

(or 2 years)

72,000 km

80,000 km

88,000 km

96,000 km

(or 3 years)

104,000 km

112,000 km

120,000 km

128,000 km

(or 4 years)

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85,000 mi

90,000 mi

95,000 mi

100,000 mi

105,000 mi

110,000 mi

115,000 mi

120,000 mi

125,000 mi

130,000 mi

135,000 mi

140,000 mi

145,000 mi

150,000 mi

155,000 mi

160,000 mi

Signature or dealer stamp mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

Signature or dealer stamp mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

mi/km

Date

136,000 km

144,000 km

152,000 km

160,000 km

(or 5 years)

168,000 km

176,000 km

184,000 km

192,000 km

(or 6 years)

200,000 km

208,000 km

216,000 km

224,000 km

(or 7 years)

232,000 km

240,000 km

248,000 km

256,000 km

(or 8 years)

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ENGINE OIL

FILL CAP

POWER STEERING

FLUID

(Red cap)

ENGINE

COOLANT

RESERVOIR

RADIATOR CAP

BRAKE FLUID

(Gray cap)

WASHER FLUID

(Blue cap)

CLUTCH FLUID

(5-speed Manual

Transmission only)

(Gray cap)

AUTOMATIC

TRANSMISSION

FLUID DIPSTICK

(Yellow loop)

ENGINE OIL

DIPSTICK

(Orange handle)

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Unscrew and remove the engine oil

fill cap on top of the valve cover.

Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so

you do not spill. Clean up any spills

immediately. Spilled oil could

damage components in the engine

compartment. Install the engine oil

fill cap and tighten it securely. Wait a

few minutes and recheck the oil level.

Do not fill above the upper mark; you

could damage the engine.

Oil is a major contributor to your

engine’s performance and longevity.

Always use a premium-grade 5W-20

detergent oil displaying the API

Certification Seal. This seal indicates

the oil is energy conserving, and that

it meets the American Petroleum

Institute’s latest requirements.

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred

5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is

highly recommended that you use

Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for

optimum engine protection. Make

sure the API Certification Seal says

‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.

The oil viscosity or weight is

provided on the container’s label.

5W-20 oil is formulated for year-

round protection of your Honda to

improve cold weather starting and

fuel economy.

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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP

API CERTIFICATION SEAL

Ambient Temperature

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You may use a synthetic motor oil if

it meets the same requirements

given for a conventional motor oil: it

displays the API Certification Seal

and it is the proper weight. You must

follow the oil and filter change

intervals given on the maintenance

schedule.

Your Honda does not require any oil

additives. Additives may adversely

affect your engine’s or transmission’s

performance and durability.

Always change the oil and filter

according to the recommendations in

the maintenance schedule. The oil

and filter collect contaminants that

can damage your engine if they are

not removed regularly.

Changing the oil and filter requires

special tools and access from

underneath the vehicle. The vehicle

should be raised on a service station-

type hydraulic lift for this service.

Unless you have the knowledge and

proper equipment, you should have

this maintenance done by a skilled

mechanic.

Open the hood and remove the

engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil

drain bolt and washer from the

bottom of the engine. Drain the oil

into an appropriate container.

Run the engine until it reaches

normal operating temperature,

then shut it off.

Adding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter

Maintenance

Synthetic Oil

Engine Oil Additives

Changing the Oil and Filter

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WASHER

OIL DRAIN BOLT

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Remove the oil filter and let the

remaining oil drain. A special

wrench (available from your

Honda dealer) is required.

Install a new oil filter according to

the instructions that come with it.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,

then reinstall the drain bolt.

Tighten it to:

Refill the engine with the recom-

mended oil.

Engine oil change capacity

(including filter):

Replace the engine oil fill cap.

Start the engine. The oil pressure

indicator light should go out within

5 seconds. If it does not, turn off

the engine and check your work.

Let the engine run for several

minutes, then check the drain bolt

and oil filter for leaks.

Turn off the engine and let it sit

for several minutes, then check

the oil level on the dipstick. If

necessary, add more oil.

Changing the Oil and Filter

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NOTICE:

OIL FILTER

33 lbf·ft (44 N·m , 4.5 kgf·m)

4.4 US qt (4.2

)

Improper disposal of engine

oil can be harmf ul to the environment.

If you change your own oil, please

dispose of the used oil properly. Put it

in a sealed container and take it to a

recycling center. Do not discard it in a

trash bin or dump it on the ground.

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If the coolant level in the reserve

tank is at or below the MIN line, add

coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.

Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

Always use Honda All Season

Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This

coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent

antifreeze and 50 percent water.

Never add straight antifreeze or

plain water.

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not

available, you may use another

major-brand non-silicate coolant as a

temporaryreplacement.Makesureit

is a high-quality coolant

recommended for aluminum engines.

Continued use of any non-Honda

coolant can result in corrosion,

causing the cooling system to

malfunction or fail. Have the cooling

system flushed and refilled with

Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as

possible.

If the reserve tank is completely

empty, you should also check the

coolant level in the radiator.

Engine Coolant

Maintenance

Adding Engine Coolant

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RESERVE TANK

Removing the radiator cap

while the engine is hot can

cause the coolant to spray out,

seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and

radiator cool down before

removing the radiator cap.

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When the radiator and engine are

cool, relieve any pressure in the

cooling system by turning the

radiator cap counterclockwise,

without pressing down.

Remove the radiator cap by

pushing down and turning

counterclockwise.

The coolant level should be up to

the base of the filler neck. Add

coolant if it is low.

Pourthecoolantslowlyand

carefully so you do not spill. Clean

up any spill immediately; it could

damage components in the engine

compartment.

Put the radiator cap back on and

tighten it.

Pour coolant into the reserve tank.

Fill it to halfway between the MAX

and MIN marks. Put the cap back

on the reserve tank.

Do not add any rust inhibitors or

other additives to your vehicle’s

cooling system. They may not be

compatible with the coolant or

engine components.

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Maintenance

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RADIATOR CAP

RESERVE TANK

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Check the level in the windshield

washer reservoir at least monthly

during normal use.

The low washer

level indicator will light when the

level is low (see page ).

Fill the reservoir with a good-quality

windshield washer fluid. This

increases the cleaning capability and

prevents freezing in cold weather.

When you refill the reservoir, clean

the edges of the windshield wiper

blades with windshield washer fluid

on a clean cloth. This will help to

condition the blade edges.

Canadian Models:

Windshield Washers

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NOTICE: Do not use engine antif reeze

or a vinegar/water solution in the

windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze

can damage your vehicle’s paint, while

a vinegar/water solution can damage

the windshield washer pump. Use only

commercially-available windshield

washer f luid.

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Check the fluid level with the engine

at normal operating temperature.

Park the vehicle on level ground.

Shut off the engine.

Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)

from the transmission, and wipe it

with a clean cloth.

Insert the dipstick all the way into

the transmission.

Remove the dipstick and check

the fluid level. It should be

between the upper and lower

marks.

If the level is below the lower

mark, add fluid into the filler hole

to bring it to the upper mark.

Always use Honda ATF-Z1

(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If

it’s not available, you may use a

DEXRON

III automatic

transmission fluid as a temporary

replacement. However, continued

use can affect the shift quality.

Have the transmission flushed and

refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as

soon as it is convenient.

To thoroughly flush the

transmission, the technician

should drain and refill it with

Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the

vehicle for a short distance. Do

this three times. Then drain and

refill the transmission a final time.

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Transmission Fluid

Maintenance

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DIPSTICK

UPPER

MARK

LOWER

MARK

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Insert the dipstick all the way back

into the transmission.

The transmission should be drained

and refilled with new fluid according

to the time and distance recommen-

dations in the maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,

contact your Honda dealer.

Check the fluid level with the

transmission at normal operating

temperature and the vehicle sitting

on level ground. Remove the

transmission filler bolt and carefully

feel inside the bolt hole with your

finger. The fluid level should be up

to the edge of the bolt hole. If it is

not, add Honda Manual

Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it

starts to run out of the hole.

Put a new washer on the filler bolt,

then reinstall the filler bolt and

tighten it securely.

If Honda MTF is not available, you

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,

motor oil does not contain the proper

additives, and continued use can

cause stiffer shifting. Replace as

soon as it is convenient.

The transmission should be drained

and refilled with new fluid according

to the time and distance

recommendations in the

maintenance schedule.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,

contact your Honda dealer.

6. 5-speed Manual Transmission

Maintenance

Transmission Fluid

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WASHER FILLER BOLT

Correct level

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Check the brake fluid level in the

reservoirs monthly. Replace brake

fluidaccordingtothetime

recommendation in the maintenance

schedule.

Always use Honda Heavy Duty

Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not

available, you should use only DOT 3

or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed

container, as a temporary

replacement.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid can

cause corrosion and decrease the life

of the system. Have the brake

system flushed and refilled with

Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid

DOT 3 as soon as possible.

The fluid level should be between

theMINandMAXmarksontheside

of the reservoir. If the level is at or

below the MIN mark, your brake

system needs attention. Have the

brake system inspected for leaks or

worn brake pads.

The fluid level should be between

theMINandMAXmarksontheside

of the reservoir. If it is not, add

brake fluid to bring it up to that level.

Use the same fluid specified for the

brake system.

Low fluid level can indicate a leak in

the clutch system. Have this system

inspected as soon as possible.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not

compatible with your vehicle’s

braking system and can cause

extensive damage.

Manual Transmission only

Brake Fluid Clutch Fluid

Brake and Clutch Fluid

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MAX

MIN

MAX

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Always use Honda Power Steering

Fluid. You may use another power

steering fluid as an emergency

replacement, but have the power

steering system flushed and refilled

with Honda PSF as soon as possible.

Check the level on the side of the

reservoir when the engine is cold.

The fluid should be between the

UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.

If not, add power steering fluid to the

UPPER LEVEL.

A low power steering fluid level can

indicate a leak in the system. Check

the fluid level frequently, and have

the system inspected as soon as

possible.

Clean the hood latch assembly with a

mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a

multipurpose grease. Lubricate all

the moving parts (as shown),

including the pivot. Follow the time

and distance recommendations in

the Maintenance Schedule. If you

are not sure how to clean and grease

the latch, contact your Honda dealer.

Power Steering Fluid Hood Latch

Maintenance

Power Steering Fluid, Hood Latch

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NOTICE:

UPPER LEVEL

LOWER LEVEL

LATCH ASSEMBLY

Turning the steering wheel to

f ull lef t or right lock and holding it

there can damage the power steering

pump.

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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed

when your vehicle was new. If you

regularly carry heavy items in the

cargo area or pull a trailer, a

readjustment may be required.

Adjustments should be performed by

a Honda dealer or other qualified

mechanic.

Your vehicle has halogen headlight

bulb. Handle it by its steel base and

protect the glass from contact with

your skin or hard objects. If you

touch the glass, clean it with

denaturedalcoholandacleancloth.

Remove the electrical connector

from the bulb by pulling the

connector straight back.

Remove the rubber weather seal

by pulling on the tab.

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Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb

Lights

Maintenance

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NOTICE:

WEATHER SEAL

CONNECTOR HOLD-DOWN WIRE

BULB

Halogen headlight bulbs get

very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a

scratch on the glass can cause the bulb

to overheat and shatter.

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Unclip the end of the hold-down

wire from its slot. Pivot it out of

the way and remove the bulb.

Insert the new bulb into the hole,

making sure the tabs are in their

slots. Pivot the hold-down wire

back in place, and clip the end into

the slot.

Reinstall the rubber seal. Make

sure it is right side up; it is marked

‘‘TOP.’’

Push the electrical connector onto

the new bulb.

Pull the bulb straight out of its

socket.

Push the new bulb straight into

the socket until it bottoms.

Insert the socket back into the

headlight assembly. Turn it

clockwise to lock it in place.

Testthelightstomakesurethe

new bulb is working.

The front side marker/turn signal

light is next to the headlight bulb.

Remove the socket from the

headlight assembly by turning it

one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

3. Replacing the Front Side Marker/

Turn Signal Light Bulb

Lights

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BULB

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The front parking light is next to

the headlight bulb.

Remove the socket from the

headlight assembly by turning it

one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of its

socket.

Push the new bulb straight into

the socket until it bottoms.

Insert the socket back into the

headlight assembly. Turn it

clockwise to lock it in place.

Turn on the parking lights and

check that the new bulb is

working.

Reinstall the radiator support

cover. Lock the holding clips by

pushing on the center of each clip.

Tighten the bolt on the battery

hold-down.

Use a wrench to loosen the bolt on

the battery hold-down. Remove

the seven holding clips from the

cover by using a flat-tipped

screwdriver. Then pull the

radiator support cover away.

Replacing a Front Parking Light

Bulb

Lights

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BOLT

BULB

HOLDING

CLIP

COVER

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Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on

the edge of the cover. Remove the

covers by carefully prying on the

edge with a small flat-tipped

screwdriver.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to

remove the taillight assembly

mounting screw under each cover.

Pull the taillight assembly out of

the rear pillar.

Determine which of the four bulbs

is burned out: stop/taillight, back-

up light, turn signal, or side

marker.

Remove the socket by turning it

one-quarter turn counterclockwise.

1. 2.

Replacing Rear Bulbs

Lights

Maintenance

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BULBS

SCREW

COVER

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Pull the bulb straight out of its

socket.

Push the new bulb straight into

the socket until it bottoms.

Reinstall the socket into the light

assembly by turning it clockwise

until it locks.

Testthelightstomakesurethe

new bulb is working.

Align the clips on the taillight

assembly with the holes in the

body, then push the taillight

assembly into place. Tighten the

two mounting screws securely and

reinstall the covers.

If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft

brush with a mixture of mild soap

and warm water to clean them. Do

not use bleach, dye, or cleaning

solvents. Let the belts air dry before

you use the vehicle.

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat

belt anchors can cause the belts to

retract slowly. Wipe the insides of

the loops with a clean cloth

dampened in mild soap and warm

water or isopropyl alcohol.

Maintenance

Seat Belts

Lights, Seat Belts

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LOOP

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The driver’s floor mat that came

with your vehicle hooks over the

floor mat anchor. This keeps the

floor mat from sliding forward and

possibly interfering with the pedals.

If you remove the driver’s floor mat,

make sure to re-anchor it when you

putitbackinyourvehicle.

This filter removes the dust and

pollenthatisbroughtinfromthe

outside through the heating and

cooling system/climate control

system.

Have your Honda dealer replace this

filter every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)

under normal conditions. It should

be replaced every 15,000 miles

(24,000 km) if you drive primarily in

urban areas that have high

concentrations of soot in the air, or if

the flow from the climate control

system becomes less than usual.

If you use a non-Honda floor mat,

make sure it fits properly and that it

canbeusedwiththefloormat

anchors. Do not put additional floor

mats on top of the anchored mats.

Maintenance

Floor Mats Dust and Pollen Filter

Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter

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Check the condition of the wiper

blades at least every six months.

Replace them if you find signs of

cracking in the rubber, areas that are

getting hard, or if they leave streaks

and unwiped areas when used.

Disconnect the blade assembly

fromthewiperarmbypushingin

the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in

while you push the blade assembly

toward the base of the arm.

If you are changing the rear wiper

blade, go to step 6.

Remove the blade from its holder

by grasping the tabbed end of the

blade. Pull firmly until the tabs

come out of the holder.

Examine the new wiper blades. If

they have no plastic or metal rein-

forcement along the back edge,

remove the metal reinforcement

strips from the old wiper blade and

install them in the slots along the

edge of the new blade.

Front:

Raise the wiper arm off the

windshield.

Rear:

Raise the wiper arm off the hatch

glass and hold it.

3.2.

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Wiper Blades

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LOCK TAB

BLADE

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Slide the new wiper blade into the

holder until the tabs lock.

Slide the wiper blade assembly

onto the wiper arm. Make sure it

locks in place.

Lower the wiper arm down against

the windshield or the hatch glass.

To safely operate your vehicle, your

tires must be the proper type and

size, in good condition with adequate

tread, and correctly inflated.

The following pages give more

detailed information on how to take

care of your tires and what to do

when they need to be replaced.

Keeping the tires properly inflated

provides the best combination of

handling, tread life, and riding

comfort.

Underinflated tires wear unevenly,

adversely affect handling and fuel

economy, and are more likely to

fail from being overheated.

Overinflated tires can make your

vehicleridemoreharshly,are

more prone to damage from road

hazards, and wear unevenly.

We recommend that you visually

check your tires every day. If you

think a tire might be low, check it

immediately with a tire gauge.

Tires Inflation

Wiper Blades, Tires

Maintenance

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REINFORCEMENT

BLADE

Using tires that are excessively

worn or improperly inflated can

cause a crash in which you can

be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this

owner’s manual regarding tire

inflation and maintenance.

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Use a gauge to measure the air

pressure at least once a month. Even

tires that are in good condition may

lose one to two psi (10 to 20 kPa, 0.1

to 0.2 kgf/cm ) per month.

Remember to check the spare tire at

thesametime.

Check the pressure in the tires when

they are cold. This means the vehicle

has been parked for at least three

hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6

km).

If you check the pressure when the

tires are hot [the vehicle has been

driven several miles (kilometers)],

you will see readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to

40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher

than the cold reading. This is

normal; do not release air to match

the cold pressure.

Youshouldgetyourowntire

pressure gauge and use it whenever

you check your tire pressures. This

will make it easier for you to tell if a

pressure loss is due to a tire problem

and not due to a variation between

gauges.

For convenience, the recommended

tire sizes and cold air pressures are

on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

For additional technical information

about your tires, see page .

Tubeless tires have some ability to

self-seal if they are punctured. You

should look closely for punctures if a

tire starts losing pressure.

Add or release air, if needed, to

match the recommended cold tire

pressuresonthethirdcolumn.

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Cold Tire Pressure

for Normal Driving

Tire Size

Front/Rear:

Tires

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Recommended Tire Pressures for

Normal Driving

191

26 psi (180 kPa ,

1.8 kgf/cm

)

P205/70R15 95S

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Honda strongly recommends that

you not drive faster than posted

speed limits and conditions allow. If

you decide it is safe to drive at high

speeds, be sure to adjust the cold tire

pressuresasshownbelow.Ifyoudo

not adjust the tire pressure, exces-

sive heat can build up and cause

sudden tire failure.

When you return to normal speed

driving, be sure to readjust the tire

pressure for normal driving. You

should wait until the tires are cold

before adjusting the tire pressure.

Every time you check inflation, you

should also examine the tires for

damage, foreign objects, and wear.

Youshouldlookfor:

Bumps or bulges in the tread or

side of the tire. Replace the tire if

youfindeitherortheseconditions.

Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side

of the tire. Replace the tire if you

can see fabric or cord.

Excessive tread wear. When you

see a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide

band running across the tread,

there is less than 1/16 inch (1.6

mm) of tread left on the tire.

Replace the tire if you can see

threeormoretreadwear

indicators around it.

Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure

for Speed over 100

mph (160 km/h)

Tires

Maintenance

Tire Pressure Adjustment for High

Speed Driving

Tire Inspection

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INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS

TREAD WEAR INDICATORS

P205/70R15 95S 35 psi (240 kPa ,

2.4 kgf/cm

)

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In addition to proper inflation,

correct wheel alignment helps to

decrease tire wear. If you find a tire

is worn unevenly, have your dealer

check the wheel alignment.

Have your dealer check the tires if

you feel a consistent vibration while

driving. A tire should always be

rebalanced if it is removed from the

wheel. When you have new tires

installed, make sure they are

balanced. This increases riding

comfort and tire life. For best results,

have the installer perform a dynamic

balance.

To help increase tire life and

distribute wear more evenly, rotate

the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000

km). Move the tires to the positions

showninthecharteachtimethey

are rotated. If you purchase

directional tires, rotate only front-to-

back.

Replace your tires with radial tires of

the same size, load range, speed

rating, and maximum cold tire

pressure rating (as shown on the

tire’s sidewall). Mixing radial and

bias-ply tires on your vehicle can

reduce braking ability, traction, and

steering accuracy. Using tires of a

different size or construction can

cause the ABS to work inconsistently.

It is best to replace all four tires at

thesametime.Ifthatisnotpossible

or necessary, then replace the two

front tires or the rear tires as a pair.

Replacing just one tire can seriously

affect your vehicle’s handling.

(Only on vehicles equipped with

aluminum wheels)

Tires

Maintenance

Tire Maintenance Replacing TiresTire Rotation

193

NOTICE:

Front Front

(For Non-directional

Tires and Wheels)

(For Directional

Tires and Wheels)

Improper wheel weights can

damage your vehicle’s aluminum

wheels. Use only genuine Honda

wheels weights f or balancing.

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Wheels:

Tires:

See page for information about

DOT Tire Quality Grading.

Replacement wheels are available at

your Honda dealer.

Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All

Season’’ on the sidewall have an all-

weather tread design suitable for

most winter driving conditions.

For the best performance in snowy

or icy conditions, you should install

snow tires or tire chains. They may

be required by local laws under

certain conditions.

If you mount snow tires on your

Honda, make sure they are radial

tires of the same size and load range

as original tires. Mount snow tires on

all four wheels. The traction

provided by snow tires on dry roads

maybelowerthanyouroriginaltires.

Check with the tire dealer for

maximum speed recommendations.

Because your Honda has limited tire

clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’

cable-type traction devices on the

front tires. Use traction devices only

when required by driving conditions

or local laws. Make sure they are the

correct size for your tires. Metal link-

type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.

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Maintenance

Wheels and Tires

Winter Driving

Snow Tires

Tire Chains

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15 x 6JJ

P205/70R15 95S

Installing improper tires on your

vehicle can affect handling and

stability. This can cause a crash

in which you can be seriously

hurt or killed.

Always use the size and type of

tires recommended in this

owner’s manual.

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When installing cables, follow the

manufacturer’s instructions, and

mount them as tight as you can.

Make sure they are not contacting

the brake lines or suspension. Drive

slowly with them installed. If you

hear them coming into contact with

the body or chassis, stop and

investigate. Remove them as soon as

you begin driving on cleared roads.

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NOTICE: Traction devices that are the

wrong size or improperly installed can

damage your vehicle’s brake lines,

suspension, body, and wheels. Stop

driving if they are hitting any part of

the vehicle.

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Check the condition of the battery

monthlybylookingatthetest

indicator window. The label on the

battery explains the test indicator’s

colors.

Check the terminals for corrosion (a

white or yellowish powder). To

remove it, cover the terminals with a

solution of baking soda and water. It

will bubble up and turn brown. When

this stops, wash it off with plain

water. Dry off the battery with a

cloth or paper towel. Coat the

terminals with grease to help prevent

future corrosion.

If additional battery maintenance is

needed, see your Honda dealer or a

qualified technician.

Battery posts,

terminals, and related accessories

contain lead and lead compounds.

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The battery gives off explosive

hydrogen gas during normal

operation.

A spark or flame can cause the

battery to explode with enough

force to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and a

face shield, or have a skilled

mechanic do the battery

maintenance.

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Fill the fuel tank.

Change the engine oil and filter.

Wash and dry the exterior

completely.

Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe

carpeting, floor mats, etc. are

completely dry.

Leave the parking brake off. Put

the transmission in Reverse

(5-speed manual) or Park

(automatic).

Block the rear wheels.

If the vehicle is to be stored for a

longer period, it should be

supported on jackstands so the

tires are off the ground.

Cover the vehicle with a

‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made

from a porous material such as

cotton. Non-porous materials, such

as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,

which can damage the paint.

If you need to park your vehicle for

an extended period (more than one

month), there are several things you

should do to prepare it for storage.

Proper preparation helps prevent

deterioration and makes it easier to

get your vehicle back on the road. If

possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if

the vehicle is being stored

indoors).

Disconnect the battery.

Support the front and rear wiper

blade arms with a folded towel or

ragsotheydonottouchthe

windshield.

To minimize sticking, apply a

silicone spray lubricant to all door

and tailgate seals. Also, apply a

vehiclebodywaxtothepainted

surfaces that mate with the door

and tailgate seals.

If possible, run the engine

periodically until it reaches full

operating temperature (the

cooling fan cycles on and off

twice). Preferably do this once a

month.

If you store your vehicle for 12

months or longer, have your Honda

dealer perform the inspections called

for in the 24 months maintenance

schedule (Normal Conditions) as

soon as you take it out of storage

(see page ). The replacements

called for in the maintenance

schedule are not needed unless the

vehicle has actually reached that

time or mileage.

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This section covers the more

common problems that motorists

experience with their vehicles. It

gives you information about how to

safely evaluate the problem and what

to do to correct it. If the problem has

stranded you on the side of the road,

you may be able to get going again.

If not, you will also find instructions

on getting your vehicle towed.

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.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 207

................................Jump Starting . 209

..............If the Engine Overheats . 211

.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 213

..........Charging System Indicator . 213

.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 214

...............Brake System Indicator . 215

......................Emergency Towing . 216

..................Closing the Moonroof . 217

..............................................Fuses . 218

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If you have a flat tire while driving,

stop in a safe place to change it.

Drive slowly along the shoulder until

you get to an exit or an area to stop

that is far away from the traffic lanes.

To keep the tailgate door open,

use the stop from the tool kit. Put

the stop on the support strut as

shown.

Park the vehicle on firm, level and

non-slippery ground. Put the

transmission in Park (automatic)

or Reverse (manual). Apply the

parking brake.

If you are towing a trailer, unhitch

the trailer.

Turn on the hazard warning lights,

and turn the ignition switch to

LOCK (0). Have all the

passengers get out of the vehicle

while you change the tire.

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JACK

STOP

SPARE TIRE

TOOL

The vehicle can easily roll off

the jack, seriously injuring

anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for

changing a tire exactly, and

never get under the vehicle

when it is supported only by the

jack.

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The tool and jack are behind a

cover in the cargo area on the

passenger’s side. Remove the

cover by turning the handle

counterclockwise, then pulling out

the cover.

Turn the jack’s end bracket

counterclockwise to loosen it, then

remove the jack.

Remove the spare tire cover. Do

not forcibly pull off the cover or

you may damage it.

Your vehicle is equipped with a

soft vinyl spare tire cover. The

following shows you how to

remove the cover.

Your vehicle is equipped with a

hard plastic spare tire cover. See

page for how to remove the

cover.

Zip the cover open.

Pull out the cover’s two lower flaps.

Pull the upper flaps out by

gradually working your hands up

the sides of the cover. Remove the

cover.

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Locate the jacking point nearest

thetireyouneedtochange.Itis

pointed to by an arrow molded into

the underside of the body. Place

the jack under the jacking point.

Turn the end bracket clockwise

until the top of the jack contacts

the jacking point. Make sure the

center of the jacking point tab is

restinginthejacknotch.

Pull off the center spacer. Using

the wheel wrench, loosen the

three wheel nuts and remove them.

Remove the spare tire from the

holder.

Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2

turn with the wheel wrench.

Unzip the flap around the lower

edge of the cover.

Pull out the bottom of the cover,

then gradually pull it off.

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CENTER SPACER

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Before mounting the spare tire,

wipeanydirtoffthemounting

surface of the wheel and hub with

a clean cloth. Wipe the hub

carefully;itmaybehotfrom

driving.

Use the extension and wheel

wrench as shown to raise the

vehicle until the flat tire is off the

ground.

Remove the wheel nuts, then

remove the flat tire. The wheel

nuts will be very hot if you were

recently driving. Place the flat tire

on the ground with the outside

surface facing up.

Put on the spare tire. Put the

wheel nuts back on finger-tight,

then tighten them in a crisscross

pattern with the wheel wrench

until the wheel is firmly against

the hub. Do not try to tighten

them fully.

Lower the vehicle to the ground

and remove the jack.

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BRAKE HUB

WHEEL WRENCH

EXTENSION

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Tighten the wheel nuts securely in

the same crisscross pattern. Have

the wheel nut torque checked at

the nearest automotive service

facility.

Tighten the wheel nuts to:

Remove the center cap from the

flat tire.

Put the flat tire on the spare tire

holder. Put the wheel nuts on

finger-tight, then tighten them

with the wheel wrench. Put the

center spacer in the center of the

wheel.

Tighten the wheel nuts to:

Store the jack in its holder. Turn

the jack’s end bracket to lock it in

place. Install the cover on the side

of the cargo area.

Install the spare tire cover.

Close the tailgate.

Store the tool kit in the storage bin

under the cargo area floor.

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CENTER SPACER

80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)

40 lbf·ft (54 N·m , 5.5 kgf·m)

Loose items can fly around the

interiorinacrashandcould

seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools

securely before driving.

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Holdthecoveratthe10o’clock

and 2 o’clock positions, then place

the top of it over the spare tire.

Step back to check the alignment

of the logo. If needed, pivot the

cover until the logo is straight.

Starting at the top of the tire,

position the outside seam of the

cover slightly over the outside

edge of the tire. Pull the cover on,

a little at a time, and alternate side

to side along the tire until you

reach the bottom.

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OUTSIDE SEAM

Make sure the cover is at room

temperature bef ore you install it. If it’s

too cold, it won’t f it easily over the tire.

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Pull the bottom of the cover over

the tire.

If needed, readjust the cover to

smooth out any wrinkles.

Zip the cover closed.

Make sure the cover is horizontal.

If needed, pivot the cover until the

cover is horizontal.

Place the top of the cover over the

spare tire, then gradually push the

bottom of the cover over the

bottom of the tire.

Zip the cover closed.

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Diagnosing why your engine won’t

start falls into two areas, depending

on what you hear when you turn the

key to START (III):

You hear nothing, or almost

nothing. The engine’s starter

motor does not operate at all, or

operates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motor

operating normally, or the starter

motor sounds like it is spinning

faster than normal, but the engine

does not start up and run.

When you turn the ignition switch to

START (III), you do not hear the

normal noise of the engine trying to

start. You may hear a clicking sound

or series of clicks, or nothing at all.

Check the transmission interlock.

If you have a manual transmission,

the clutch pedal must be pushed

all the way to the floor or the

starter will not operate. With an

automatic transmission, it must be

in Park or Neutral.

Check these things:

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Turn on the headlights and check

their brightness. If the headlights

are very dim or don’t light at all,

the battery is discharged. See

on page .

Turn the ignition switch to START

(III). If the headlights do not dim,

check the condition of the fuses. If

the fuses are OK, there is

probably something wrong with

the electrical circuit for the

ignition switch or starter motor.

You will need a qualified

technician to determine the

problem (see

on page ).

If the headlights dim noticeably or

go out when you try to start the

engine, either the battery is dis-

charged or the connections are

corroded. Check the condition of the

battery and terminal connections

(see page ). You can then try

jump starting the vehicle from a

booster battery (see page ).

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Are you using a properly coded

key? An improperly coded key will

cause the immobilizer system

indicator in the instrument panel

to blink rapidly (see page ).

In this case, the starter motor’s

speed sounds normal, or even faster

than normal, when you turn the

ignition switch to START (III), but

the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper starting

procedure? Refer to

on page .

Do you have fuel? Check the fuel

gauge; the low fuel indicator may

not be working.

There may be an electrical

problem, such as no power to the

fuel pump. Check all the fuses

(see page ).

Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwill

need a qualified technician to find

the problem. See

on page .

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Although this seems like a simple

procedure, you should take several

precautions.

You cannot start a Honda with an

automatic transmission by pushing

or pulling it.

Open the hood and check the

physical condition of the battery.

In very cold weather, check the

condition of the electrolyte. If it

seems slushy or like ice, do not try

jump starting until it thaws.

Connect one jumper cable to the

positive ( ) terminal on your

battery. Connect the other end to

the positive ( ) terminal on the

booster battery.

Turn off all the electrical acces-

sories: heater, A/C, stereo system,

lights, etc. Put the transmission in

Neutral or Park, and set the

parking brake.

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NOTICE:

A battery can explode if you do

not follow the correct procedure,

seriously injuring anyone

nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames,

and smoking materials away

from the battery.

If a battery sits in extreme

cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze.

Attempting to jump start with a f rozen

battery can cause it to rupture.

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Remove the power steering

reservoir from the bracket. Pull it

away from the grounding strap.

Connect the second jumper cable

to the negative ( ) terminal on

the booster battery. Connect the

other end to the grounding strap

as shown. Do not connect this

jumper cable to any other part of

the engine.

If the booster battery is in another

vehicle, have an assistant start

that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

Start your vehicle. If the starter

motor still operates slowly, check

the jumper cable connections to

make sure they have good metal-

to-metal contact.

Once your vehicle is running,

disconnect the negative cable from

your vehicle, then from the

booster battery. Disconnect the

positive cable from your vehicle,

then from the booster battery.

Keep the ends of the jumper cables

away from each other and any metal

on the vehicle until all are

disconnected. Otherwise, you may

cause an electrical short.

Reinstall the power steering

reservoir.

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If you see steam and/or spray

coming from under the hood, turn

off the engine. Wait until you see

no more signs of steam or spray,

then open the hood.

If you do not see steam or spray,

leave the engine running and

watch the temperature gauge. If

the high heat is due to overloading,

the engine should start to cool

down almost immediately. If it

does, wait until the temperature

gauge comes down to the midpoint,

then continue driving.

If the temperature gauge stays at

the red mark, turn off the engine.

The pointer of your vehicle’s

temperature gauge should stay in

the midrange. If it climbs to the red

mark, you should determine the

reason (hot day, driving up a steep

hill, etc.).

Safely pull to the side of the road.

Put the transmission in Neutral or

Park, and set the parking brake.

Turn off all accessories, and turn

on the hazard warning lights.

If your vehicle overheats, you should

take immediate action. The only

indication may be the temperature

gauge climbing to or above the red

mark. Or you may see steam or

spray coming from under the hood.

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NOTICE:

Steam and spray from an

overheated engine can

seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam

is coming out.

Driving with the temperature

gauge pointer at the red mark can

cause serious damage to your engine.

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Look for any obvious coolant leaks,

such as a split radiator hose.

Everything is still extremely hot,

so use caution. If you find a leak, it

must be repaired before you

continue driving (see

on page ).

If you don’t find an obvious leak,

check the coolant level in the

radiator reserve tank (see page

Using gloves or a large heavy

cloth, turn the radiator cap

counterclockwise without pushing

down to the first stop. After the

pressure releases, push down on

the cap and turn it until it comes

off.

Start the engine and set the

temperature control dial to

maximum. Add coolant to the

radiator up to the base of the filler

neck. If you do not have the

proper coolant mixture available,

you can add plain water.

Remember to have the cooling

system drained and refilled with

the proper mixture as soon as you

can.

Put the radiator cap back on

tightly. Run the engine and watch

the temperature gauge. If it goes

back to the red mark, the engine

needs repair (see

on page ).

If the temperature stays normal,

check the coolant level in the

radiator reserve tank. If it has

gone down, add coolant to the

MAX mark. Put the cap back on

tightly.

If there was no coolant in the

reserve tank, you may need to add

coolant to the radiator. Let the

engine cool down until the pointer

reaches the middle of the

temperature gauge or lower

before checking the radiator.

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Removing the radiator cap

while the engine is hot can

cause the coolant to spray out,

seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and

radiator cool down before

removing the radiator cap.

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Let the vehicle sit for a minute.

Open the hood, and check the oil

level (see page ). An engine

very low on oil can lose pressure

during cornering and other driving

maneuvers.

If necessary, add oil to bring the

level back to the full mark on the

dipstick (see page ).

If the charging system

indicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, the

battery is not being charged.

Immediately turn off all electrical

accessories. Try not to use other

electrically operated controls such as

the power windows. Keep the engine

running; starting the engine will

discharge the battery rapidly.

Go to a service station or garage

where you can get technical

assistance.

This light should never

come on when the engine is

running. If it starts flashing or stays

on, the oil pressure has dropped very

low. Serious engine damage is

possible and you should take

immediate action.

Safely pull off the road, and shut

off the engine. Turn on the hazard

warning lights.

Start the engine, and watch the oil

pressure light. If it does not go out

within ten seconds, turn off the

engine. There is a mechanical

problem that needs to be repaired

before you can continue driving.

(See on page

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NOTICE: Running the engine with low

oil pressure can cause serious

mechanical damage almost immediately.

Turn of f the engine as soon as you can

saf ely get the vehicle stopped.

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To check if they are set, turn the

ignition to ON (II), without starting

the engine. The Malfunction

Indicator Lamp will come on for 20

seconds. If it then goes off, the

readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5

times, the readiness codes are not

set. If possible, do not take your

vehicle for a state emissions test

until the readiness codes are set.

Refer to State Emissions Testing for

more information, on page .

If the indicator comes on

while driving, it means one

of the engine’s emission control

systems may have a problem. Even

though you may feel no difference in

your vehicle’s performance, it can

reduce your fuel economy and cause

increased emissions. Continued

operation may cause serious damage.

If you have recently refueled your

vehicle, the indicator coming on

could be a loose or missing fuel fill

cap. Tighten the cap until it clicks at

least three times. Tightening the cap

will not turn the indicator turn off

immediately; it takes at least three

days of normal driving.

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,

even though it may turn off as you

continue driving, have the vehicle

checked by the dealer as soon as

possible.

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness

codes’’ that are part of the on-board

diagnostics for the emissions

systems. In some states, part of the

emissions testing is to make sure

these codes are set. If they are not

set, the test cannot be completed.

If your vehicle battery has been

disconnected or gone dead, these

codes are erased. It takes at least

three days of driving under various

conditions to set the codes again.

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NOTICE: If you keep driving with the

Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you

can damage your vehicle’s emission

controls and the engine. Those repairs

may not be covered by your vehicle’s

warranties.

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However, if the brake pedal does not

feel normal, you should take

immediate action. A problem in one

part of the system’s dual circuit

design will still give you braking at

two wheels. You will feel the brake

pedal go down much farther before

the vehicle begins to slow down and

you will have to press harder on the

pedal.

If you must drive the vehicle a short

distance in this condition, drive

slowly and carefully.

Slow down by shifting to a lower

gear, and pull to the side of the road

when it is safe. Because of the long

distance needed to stop, it is

hazardous to drive the vehicle. You

should have it towed and repaired as

soon as possible (see

on page ).

If the brake system

indicator comes on while

driving, the brake fluid

level is probably low. Press

lightly on the brake pedal if

it feels normal. If it does

not, check the brake fluid

level the next time you stop

at a service station (see

page ).

If the fluid level is low, take the

vehicle to your dealer and have the

brake system inspected for leaks or

worn brake pads.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed,

call a professional towing service or

an organization. Never tow your

vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is

very dangerous.

The operator will load

your vehicle on the back of a truck.

Any other method of towing will

damage the drive system. When you

contact the towing agency, inform

them a flat-bed is required.

Refer to

on page

for non-emergency towing

information.

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The only way you can safely tow

your vehicle is with flat-bed

equipment.

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NOTICE: Towing with only two tires

on the ground will damage parts of the

4WD system. It should be transported

on a f lat-bed truck or trailer.

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If the electric motor will not close

the moonroof, do the following:

Check the fuse for the moonroof

motor (see page ). If the fuse

is blown, replace it with one of the

same or lower rating.

Try closing the moonroof. If the

new fuse blows immediately or the

moonroof motor still does not

operate, you can close the

moonroof manually.

Get the moonroof wrench out of

the tool kit under the cargo area

floor.

To remove the round plug in the

center of the headliner, turn the

plug by using a screwdriver or

coin, then pry it out. Make sure to

align the tabs on the round plug to

the notches on the ceilling as

shown in the illustration.

Insert the moonroof wrench into

the socket behind this plug. Turn

the wrench until the moonroof is

fully closed.

Remove the wrench. Reinstall the

round plug.

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TAB NOTCH

ROUND PLUG

SOCKET

MOONROOF WRENCH

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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK

(0). Make sure the headlights and

all other accessories are off.

Remove the cover from the fuse

box.

If something electrical in your

vehicle stops working, check for a

blown fuse first. Determine from the

chart on pages and or the

diagram on the fuse box lid, which

fuse or fuses control that device.

Check those fuses first, but check all

the fuses before deciding that a

blown fuse is the cause. Replace any

blown fuses and check if the device

works.

The interior fuse box is underneath

the steering column. To remove the

fuse box lid, pull it toward you and

take the lid out of its hinges.

The vehicle’s fuses are located in

two fuse boxes. The under-hood fuse

box is located in the engine

compartment on the driver’s side. To

open it, push the tabs as shown.

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Check the smaller fuses in the

under-hood fuse box and all the

fuses in the interior fuse box by

pulling out each fuse with the fuse

puller provided in the under-hood

fuse box.

Look for a burned wire inside the

fuse. If it is burned, replace it with

oneofthesparefusesofthesame

rating or lower.

Check each of the large fuses in

the under-hood fuse box by

looking through the top at the wire

inside. Remove the screws with a

Phillips-head screwdriver.

If you cannot drive the vehicle

without fixing the problem, and you

do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse

of the same rating or a lower rating

from one of the other circuits. Make

sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit

temporarily (such as the accessory

power socket or radio).

If you replace the blown fuse with a

spare fuse that has a lower rating, it

might blow out again. This does not

indicate anything wrong. Replace the

fuse with one of the correct rating as

soon as you can.

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If the radio fuse is removed, the

audio system will disable itself. The

nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou

will see ‘‘COdE’’ in the frequency

display. Use the Preset buttons to

enter the five-digit code (see page

If the replacement fuse of the

same rating blows in a short time,

there is probably a serious

electrical problem in your vehicle.

Leave the blown fuse in that

circuit and have your vehicle

checked by a qualified mechanic.

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NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one

that has a higher rating greatly

increases the chances of damaging the

electrical system. If you do not have a

replacement f use with the proper rating

f or the circuit, install one with a lower

rating.

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No. Amps. Circuits Protected

15 A

10 A

Ignition Coil

Daytime running lights

ACG

Not Used

7.5 A

20 A

7.5 A

10 A

20 A

15 A

7.5 A

20 A

Power Window Relay

Moonroof

Accessory, Radio

Rear Wiper

Meter

Not Used

Daytime running lights

SRS

Remote Control Mirrors

LAF Heater

Heated Seat

Fuel Pump

Turn Signal Lights

Front Wiper

Not Used

Front Right Power Window

Front Left Power Window

Rear Left Power Window

Rear Right Power Window

: On Canadian models

Rear Accessory Power Socket

Front Accessory Power Socket

Fuse Locations

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20 A

15 A

20 A

15 A

10 A

30 A

20 A

40 A

15 A

20 A

15 A

30 A

100 A

50 A

Condenser Fan

Small Light

Interior Light

Cooling Fan

Hazard

FI ECU

Horn, Stop

Not Used

Back Up

ABS Motor

Rear Defroster

Heater Motor

Power Window

Option

Left Headlight

Door Lock

Right Headlight

ABS F/S

Battery

Ignition 1

Spare Fuses

21 25

7.5A 30A

Fuse Locations

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Thediagramsinthissectiongive

you the dimensions and capacities of

your Honda, and the locations of the

identification numbers. It also

includes information you should

know about your vehicle’s tires and

emissions control systems.

................Identification Numbers . 224

................................Specifications . 226

DOT Tire Quality Grading

......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 228

Uniform Tire Quality

..................................Grading . 228

.................................Treadwear . 228

......................................Traction . 228

.............................Temperature . 229

...........................Tire Information . 230

.......................Emissions Controls . 231

.....................The Clean Air Act . 231

Crankcase Emissions Control

....................................System . 231

Evaporative Emissions Control

....................................System . 231

Onboard Refueling Vapor

................................Recovery . 231

...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 232

....................PGM-FI System . 232

Ignition Timing Control

................................System . 232

Three Way Catalytic

...........................Converter . 232

....................Replacement Parts . 232

..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 233

..............State Emissions Testing . 234

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Your vehicle has several identifying

numbers located in various places.

The Vehicle Identification Number

(VIN) is the 17-digit number your

Honda dealer uses to register your

vehicle for warranty purposes. It is

also necessary for licensing and

insuring your vehicle. The easiest

placetofindtheVINisonaplate

fastened to the top of the dashboard.

Youcanseeitbylookingthrough

the windshield on the driver’s side. It

is also on the Certification label at-

tached to the driver’s doorjamb, and

is stamped on the engine com-

partment bulkhead. The VIN is also

provided in bar code on the

Certification label.

Identification Numbers

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CERTIFICATION LABEL

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The Engine Number is stamped into

the engine block.

The Transmission Number is on a

label on top of the transmission.

Identification Numbers

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225

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

ENGINE NUMBER

MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Capacities

Engine

Weights

Dimensions

178.6 in (4,537 mm)

1.43 US gal (5.4

)

1.88 US gal (7.1 )

1.45 US gal (5.5 )

1.90 US gal (7.2 )

3.3 US qt (3.1 )

3.1 US qt (2.9 )

7.6 US qt (7.2 )

6.9 US qt (6.5

)

2.0 US qt (1.9

)

2.4 US qt (2.3 )

1.1 US qt (1.0 )

1.3 US qt (1.2 )

4.8 US qt (4.5

)

2.6 US qt (2.5

)

0.16 US gal (0.6

)

Engine

coolant

Automatic

transmission

fluid

Manual

transmission

fluid

Rear

differential

fluid (4WD)

Windshield

washer

reservoir

Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the

engine.

Reserve tank capacity:

Fuel tank

Engine oil

5.6 US qt (5.3 )

4.2 US qt (4.0 )

4.4 US qt (4.2 )

15.3 US gal (58 )

Type

BorexStroke

Displacement

Compression ratio

Spark plugs

Gross vehicle weight rating

Length

Width

Height

Wheelbase

Track

See the certification label attached

to the driver’s doorjamb.

SKJ20DR-M11

IZFR6K-11

9.6 : 1

144 cu-in (2,354 cm )

3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)

Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC

VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine

60.6 in (1,538 mm)

60.4 in (1,533 mm)

103.1 in (2,620 mm)

66.2 in (1,682 mm)

70.2 in (1,782 mm)

179.1 in (4,550 mm)

Approx.

Front

Rear

Change

Without filter

Total

Change

Total

Change

Total

Change

4WD

2WD

Total

4WD

2WD

Change

Total

Change

Total

U.S. Vehicles

Canada

Vehicles

(NGK)

(DENSO)

1 : Canada EX-L model

4WD

Automatic Transmission

Manual Transmission

Including filter

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Air Conditioning

Lights

Battery

Fuses

Alignment

Tires

HFC-134a (R-134a)

17.0 18.7 oz (480 530 g)

SP-10

12 V

60/55 W

21/5 W

36 AH/5 HR

12 V

21 W

3CP

4CP

21 W

21/5 W

21 W

12 V 3 CP

12 V

45 AH/20 HR

26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm

)

26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm

)

P205/70R15 95S

1°45’

1°

0°

0.08 in (2.0 mm)

0.0in(0mm)

12 V

Refrigerant type

Charge quantity

Lubricant type

Headlights

Front turn signal/side marker

lights

Parking lights

Rear turn signal lights

Stop/Taillights

Back-up lights

License plate light

Ceiling light

Spotlights

Cargo area Light

Rear side marker lights

High-mount brake light

Capacity

Interior

Under-hood

Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Size

Pressure

See page 221 or the fuse label

attached to the inside of the fuse

box door under the steering

column.

See page 222 or the fuse box

cover.

Front

Rear

Front

Rear

Front

Front/Rear

Front

Rear

(H4/HB2)

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−The tires on your vehicle meet all

U.S. Federal Safety Requirements.

All tires are also graded for

treadwear, traction, and temperature

performance according to

Department of Transportation

(DOT) standards. The following

explains these gradings.

Quality grades can be found where

applicable on the tire sidewall

between the tread shoulder and the

maximum section width. For

example:

The treadwear grade is a compara-

tive rating based on the wear rate of

the tire when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified government

test course. For example, a tire

graded 150 would wear one and one-

half (1 1/2) times as well on the

government course as a tire graded

100. The relative performance of

tires depends upon the actual condi-

tions of their use, however, and may

depart significantly from the norm

due to variations in driving habits,

service practices and differences in

road characteristics and climate.

The traction grades, from highest to

lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those

grades represent the tire’s ability to

stop on wet pavement as measured

under controlled conditions on

specified government test surfaces

of asphalt and concrete. A tire

marked C may have poor traction

performance.

Warning: The traction grade

assignedtothistireisbasedon

straight-ahead braking traction tests,

and does not include acceleration,

cornering, hydroplaning, or peak

traction characteristics.

All passenger vehicle tires must

conform to Federal Safety

Requirements in addition to these

grades.

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Traction AA

Temperature A

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C

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− Warning: The temperature grade for

this tire is established for a tire that

is properly inflated and not over-

loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-

tion, or excessive loading, either

separately or in combination, can

cause heat buildup and possible tire

failure.

The temperature grades are A (the

highest), B, and C, representing the

tire’s resistance to the generation of

heat and its ability to dissipate heat

when tested under controlled

conditions on a specified indoor

laboratory test wheel. Sustained high

temperature can cause the material

of the tire to degenerate and reduce

tire life, and excessive temperature

can lead to sudden tire failure. The

grade C corresponds to a level of

performance which all passenger

vehicle tires must meet under the

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety

Standard No. 109. Grades B and A

represent higher levels of

performance on the laboratory test

wheel than the minimum required by

law.

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The tires that came on your vehicle

have a number of markings. Those

you should be aware of are described

below.

Whenever tires are replaced, they

should be replaced with tires of the

same size. Following is an example

of tire size with an explanation of

what each component means.

Vehicletype(Pindicates

passenger vehicle).

Tire width in millimeters.

Aspect ratio (the tire’s section

height as a percentage of its

width).

Tire construction code (R

indicates radial).

Rim diameter in inches.

Load index (a numerical code

associated with the maximum

load the tire can carry).

Speed symbol (an

alphabetical code indicating

the maximum speed rating).

Tire Identification Number (TIN) is

a group of numbers and letters that

look like the following example TIN.

This indicates that the tire

meets all requirements of

the U.S. Department of

Transportation.

Manufacturer’s

identification mark.

Tire type code.

Date of manufacture.

DOT

B97R

FW6X

2202

205

Tire Labeling

Tire Size

Tire Identification Number

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P205/70R15 95S

DOT B97R FW6X 2202

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The United States Clean Air Act

sets standards for automobile

emissions. It also requires that

automobile manufacturers explain to

owners how their emissions controls

workandwhattodotomaintain

them. This section summarizes how

the emissions controls work.

Scheduled maintenance is on page

The burning of gasoline in your

vehicle’s engine produces several by-

products. Some of these are carbon

monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen

(NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC).

Gasoline evaporating from the tank

also produces hydrocarbons. Con-

trolling the production of NOx, CO,

and HC is important to the environ-

ment. Under certain conditions of

sunlight and climate, NOx and HC

react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’

Carbon monoxide does not contri-

bute to smog creation, but it is a

poisonous gas.

In Canada, Honda vehicles comply

with the Canadian Motor Vehicle

Safety Standards (CMVSS) for

Emissions valid at the time they are

manufactured.

Your vehicle has a Positive

Crankcase Ventilation System. This

keeps gasses that build up in the

engine’s crankcase from going into

the atmosphere. The Positive Crank-

case Ventilation valve routes them

from the crankcase back to the

intake manifold. They are then

drawn into the engine and burned.

As gasoline evaporates in the fuel

tank, an evaporative emissions

control canister filled with charcoal

adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this

canister while the engine is off. After

the engine is started and warmed up,

the vapor is drawn into the engine

and burned during driving.

The Onboard Refueling Vapor

Recovery (ORVR) system captures

the fuel vapors during refueling. The

vapors are adsorbed in a canister

filled with activated carbon. While

driving, the fuel vapors are drawn

into the engine and burned off.

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The Clean Air Act

Crankcase Emissions Control

System

Evaporative Emissions Control

System

Onboard Refueling Vapor

Recovery

Emissions Controls

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The PGM-FI System uses sequential

multiport fuel injection.

It has three subsystems: Air Intake,

Engine Control, and Fuel Control.

The Engine Control Module (ECM)

or the Powertrain Control Module

(PCM) uses various sensors to

determine how much air is going

into the engine. It then controls how

much fuel to inject under all operat-

ing conditions.

This system constantly adjusts the

ignition timing, reducing the amount

of HC, CO, and NOx produced.

The three way catalytic converter is

in the exhaust system. Through

chemical reactions, it converts HC,

CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust

to carbon dioxide (CO ), dinitrogen

(N ), and water vapor.

The emissions control systems are

designed and certified to work to-

gether in reducing emissions to

levels that comply with the Clean Air

Act. To make sure the emissions

remain low, you should use only new

Honda replacement parts or their

equivalent for repairs. Using lower

qualitypartsmayincreasethe

emissions from your vehicle.

The exhaust emissions controls

include three systems: PGM-FI,

Ignition Timing Control, and Three

Way Catalytic Converter. These

three systems work together to

control the engine’s combustion and

minimize the amount of HC, CO, and

NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The

exhaust emissions control systems

are separate from the crankcase and

evaporative emissions control

systems. The emissions control systems are

covered by warranties separate from

the rest of your vehicle. Read your

warranty manual for more informa-

tion.

Exhaust Emissions Controls Replacement Parts

PGM-FI System

Ignition Timing Control System

Three Way Catalytic Converter

Emissions Controls

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The three way catalytic converter

contains precious metals that serve

as catalysts, promoting chemical

reactions to convert the exhaust

gasses without affecting the metals.

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.

Always use unleaded gasoline.

Even a small amount of leaded

gasoline can contaminate the

catalyst metals, making the three

way catalytic converter ineffective.

Keep the engine tuned-up.

The three way catalytic converter

must operate at a high temperature

for the chemical reactions to take

place. It can set on fire any com-

bustible materials that come near it.

Parkyourvehicleawayfromhigh

grass, dry leaves, or other flamma-

bles.

A defective three way catalytic

converter contributes to air pollution,

and can impair your engine’s per-

formance. Follow these guidelines to

protect your vehicle’s three way

catalytic converter.

Have your vehicle diagnosed and

repaired if it is misfiring, back-

firing, stalling, or otherwise not

running properly.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

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Make sure the gas tank is nearly,

but not completely, full (around

3/4).

Make sure the ambient

temperature is between 20° and

95°F.

Without touching the accelerator

pedal, start the engine and let it

idle for 20 seconds.

If you take your vehicle for a state

emissions test shortly after the

battery has been disconnected or

gone dead, it may not pass the test.

This is because of certain ‘‘readiness

codes’’ that must be set in the on-

board diagnostics for the emissions

systems. These codes are erased

when the battery is disconnected,

and set again only after several days

of driving under a variety of

conditions.

If the testing facility determines that

the readiness codes are not set, you

will be requested to return at a later

date to complete the test. If you must

get the vehicle re-tested within the

next two or three days, you can

condition the vehicle for re-testing

by doing the following.

Make sure the vehicle has been

parked with the engine off for 8

hours or more.

Keep the vehicle in Park

(automatic transmission) or

Neutral (manual transmission).

Increase the engine speed to 2,000

rpm and hold it there until the

temperature gauge rises to at least

1/4ofthescale(approximately3

minutes).

Testing of Readiness Codes

State Emissions Testing

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Select a nearby lightly traveled

major highway where you can

maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph

(80to97km/h)foratleast20

minutes. Drive on the highway in

D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use

thecruisecontrol.Whentraffic

allows, drive for 90 seconds

without moving the accelerator

pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary

slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot

do this for a continuous 90

seconds because of traffic

conditions, drive for at least 30

seconds, then repeat it two more

times (for a total of 90 seconds).

Then drive in city/suburban

traffic for at least 10 minutes.

When traffic conditions allow, let

the vehicle coast for several

seconds without using the

accelerator pedal or the brake

pedal.

If the testing facility determines the

readiness codes are still not set, see

your Honda dealer.

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................................Information . 238

....................Warranty Coverages . 239

Reporting Safety Defects

..........................(U.S. Vehicles) . 240

.....................Authorized Manuals . 241

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237

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Honda dealership personnel are

trained professionals. They should

be able to answer all your questions.

If you encounter a problem that your

dealership does not solve to your

satisfaction, please discuss it with

the dealership’s management. The

Service Manager or General

Manager can help. Almost all

problems are solved in this way.

U.S. Owners:

Canadian Owners:

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin

Islands:

When you call or write, please give

us this information:

If you are dissatisfied with the

decision made by the dealership’s

management, contact your Honda

Customer Service Office.

Vehicle Identification Number

(see page )

Name and address of the dealer

who services your vehicle

Date of purchase

Mileage on your vehicle

Your name, address, and tele-

phone number

A detailed description of the

problem

Name of the dealer who sold the

vehicle to you

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CUSTOMER RELATIONS

RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE

Honda Canada Inc.

715 Milner Avenue

Toronto, ON

M1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9

Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909

Toronto (416) 287-4776

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Honda Customer Service

Mail Stop 500-2N-7A

1919 Torrance Boulevard

Torrance, California 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 999-1009

Bella International

P.O. Box 190816

San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816

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Your new Honda is covered by these

warranties:

this warranty gives up

to 100 percent credit toward a

replacement battery.

provides prorated

coverage for a replacement battery

purchased from a Honda dealer.

covers your new vehicle, except for

the battery, emissions control

systems and accessories, against

defects in materials and

workmanship.

these two

warranties cover your vehicle’s emis-

sions control systems. Time, mileage,

and coverage are conditional. Please

read the warranty manual for exact

information.

a seat

belt that fails to function properly is

coveredfortheusefullifeofthe

vehicle.

all exterior body panels are

covered for rust-through from the

inside for the specified time period

with no mileage limit.

genuine Honda Accessories are

covered under this warranty. Time

and mileage limits depend on the

type of accessory and other factors.

Please read your warranty manual

for details.

covers all genuine

Honda replacement parts against

defects in materials and

workmanship.

provides

coverageforaslongasthepur-

chaser of the muffler owns the

vehicle.

Restrictions and exclusions apply to

all these warranties. Please read the

2004 Honda Warranty Information

booklet that came with your vehicle

for precise information on warranty

coverages. Your Honda’s original

tires are covered by their

manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-

mation is in a separate booklet.

Please refer to the 2004 Warranty

Manual that came with your vehicle.

U.S. Owners

Canadian Owners

Original Equipment Battery Limited

Warranty

Replacement Battery Limited

Warranty

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Emissions Control Systems Defects

Warranty and Emissions

Performance Warranty

Seat Belt Limited Warranty

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

Accessory Limited Warranty

Replacement Parts Limited

Warranty

Replacement Muffler Lifetime

Limited Warranty

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If NHTSA receives similar com-

plaints, it may open an investigation,

and if it finds that a safety defect

exists in a group of vehicles, it may

order a recall and remedy campaign.

However, NHTSA cannot become

involved in individual problems

between you, your dealer, or

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

If you believe that your vehicle has a

defect which could cause a crash or

could cause injury or death, you

should immediately inform the

National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration (NHTSA) in addition

to notifying American Honda Motor

Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may either

call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free

at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in

Washington D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSA, U.S. Department of

Transportation, Washington,

D.C. 20590. You can also obtain

other information about motor

vehicle safety from the Hotline.

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...Accessories and Modifications . 130

................................Accessories . 130

.Additional Safety Precautions . 131

............................Modifications . 131

ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

.......................................Position) . 71

..............Accessory Power Sockets . 95

....................Additives, Engine Oil . 173

.............................Airbag (SRS) . 10, 23

.....................Air Cleaner Element . 265

................Air Conditioning System . 99

............................................Usage . 99

.......................Air Outlets (Vents) . 100

.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 190

..................High Speed Driving . 192

.........................Normal Driving . 192

.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 231

......................................Antifreeze . 176

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

...............................Indicator . 57, 149

...................................Operation . 147

..............Anti-theft, Audio System . 117

.Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 71

................................Audio System . 102

...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 21

.............Automatic Speed Control . 119

..............Automatic Transmission . 141

..........................Capacity, Fluid . 226

...............Checking Fluid Level . 179

.......................................Shifting . 141

.Shift Lever Position Indicator . 141

................Shift Lever Positions . 142

....................Shift Lock Release . 145

Battery

Charging System

...........................Indicator . 56, 213

............................Jump Starting . 209

..............................Maintenance . 196

............................Specifications . 226

..............................Before Driving . 123

....................................Belts,Seat .8,20

...........................Beverage Holders . 92

..................................Booster Seats . 47

Brakes

...........Anti-lock System (ABS) . 148

.............Break-in, New Linings . 124

....................Bulb Replacement . 183

...........................................Fluid . 181

.........................................Parking . 67

.................System Indicator . 56, 215

........................Wear Indicators . 147

.............................Braking System . 147

.................Break-in, New Vehicle . 124

..Brightness Control, Instruments . 66

........................Brights, Headlights . 65

...................................Built-in Table . 92

Bulb Replacement

..........................Back-up Lights . 186

..............................Brake Lights . 186

................Front Parking Lights . 185

........Front Side Marker Lights . 184

.................................Headlights . 183

.........Rear Side Marker Lights . 186

............................Specifications . 226

....................Turn Signal Lights . 184

..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 183

............................Capacities Chart . 226

.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50

Index

Main Menu

＊

................DANGER, Explanation of . ii

...................................Dashboard . 2, 54

Daytime Running Lights

.......................................Indicator . 58

.................................Dead Battery . 209

............Defects, Reporting Safety . 240

..........................Defog and Defrost . 99

................Defogger, Rear Window . 66

..............Defrosting the Windows . 101

.........................Detachable Anchor . 84

....................................Dimensions . 226

...............Dimming the Headlights . 65

Dipstick

..........Automatic Transmission . 179

..................................Engine Oil . 127

..........................Directional Signals . 65

........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 148

.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 175

Doors

..............Locking and Unlocking . 72

......................Power Door Locks . 72

..........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 229

Downshifting, 5-speed Manual

.............................Transmission . 139

..............................................Cargo . 132

........................Cargo, . 132

Cassette Player

............................................Care . 116

...................................Operation . 114

..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii

.........................................CD Care . 111

...................................CD Changer . 110

.......................CD Error Message . 112

.......CD Changer Error Message . 113

.......................................CD Player . 109

.................................Center Pocket . 93

....................................Center Table . 94

........................Certification Label . 224

...................................Chains, . 194

....................Changing a Flat Tire . 200

.................................Changing Oil . 174

........................................How to . 174

......................................When to . 165

...Charging System Indicator . 56, 213

............Checklist, Before Driving . 137

.....................................Child Safety . 30

...................................Child Seats . 39

.......Important Safety Reminder . 30

..........................................Infants . 36

............................Large Children . 46

.........................................LATCH . 40

...........................Lower Anchors . 41

......................Risks with Airbags . 31

.............................Small Children . 38

.........................................Tethers . 41

............Tether Anchorage Point . 46

............Where Should Child Sit? . 31

..................Childproof Door Locks . 72

..............................................Clock . 118

.........................Clock, Setting the . 118

...................................Clutch Fluid . 181

........................CO in the Exhaust . 233

............Cold Weather, Starting in . 138

...............Consumer Information . 238

.............Controls, Instruments and . 53

Coolant

........................................Adding . 176

....................................Checking . 128

.........................Proper Solution . 176

...................Temperature Gauge . 62

Crankcase Emissions Control

........................................System . 231

................Cruise Control Indicator . 58

............Cruise Control Operation . 120

.....................................Cup Holders . 92

.............Customer Service Office . 238

how to carry

tires

Index

Main Menu

CONTINUED

...........................................Driving . 135

....................................Economy . 129

........................Driving Guidelines . 136

..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 188

.....................................Fan, Interior . 98

Features, Comfort and

................................Convenience . 97

....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 125

Filters

.........................Dust and Pollen . 188

...............................................Oil . 174

5-speed Manual Transmission

...............Checking Fluid Level . 180

................................Shifting the . 141

.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 66

...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 200

Fluids

..........Automatic Transmission . 179

..........................................Brake . 181

.........................................Clutch . 181

..............Manual Transmission . 180

..........................Power Steering . 182

..................Windshield Washer . 178

FM Stereo Radio

...................................Reception . 106

...........................Folding Rear Seat . 81

.....Foreign Countries, Driving in . 232

..........................Four-way Flashers . 66

Front Seat

......................................Adjusting . 12

.........................................Heaters . 75

.........................................Airbags . 23

..............................Economy, Fuel . 129

..................................Emergencies . 199

............................Jump Starting . 209

...........Brake System Indicator . 215

................Changing a Flat Tire . 200

.....Charging System Indicator . 213

..................Checking the Fuses . 218

.........Hazard Warning Flashers . 66

.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 213

...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 214

...Manually Closing Moonroof . 217

..................Overheated Engine . 211

.......................................Towing . 216

...........................Emergency Brake . 67

......................Emergency Flashers . 66

.......................Emissions Controls . 231

.............Emissions Testing, State . 234

Engine

....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 62

......Engine Speed Limiter . 140, 144

.............................. 208

Malfunction Indicator

................................Lamp . 56, 214

........Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 213

..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 173

...............................Overheating . 211

............................Specifications . 226

.......................................Starting . 138

......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 124

.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 231

...............................Exhaust Fumes . 50

Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat

........................................Belts by . 18

If it won’t start

Index

III

Main Menu

.................................................Fuel . 123

......................Fill Door and Cap . 124

...........................................Gauge . 61

................Octane Requirement . 124

...............................Oxygenated . 124

........................Reserve Indicator . 58

........................Tank, Filling the . 125

.....................Fuses, Checking the . 218

...............Gas Mileage, Improving . 129

..........................................Gasohol . 124

.........................................Gasoline . 123

...............Fuel Reserve Indicator . 58

...........................................Gauge . 61

................Octane Requirement . 124

........................Tank, Filling the . 125

................Gas Station Procedures . 125

Gauges

...Engine Coolant Temperature . 62

...............................................Fuel . 61

...............................Speedometer . 61

.................................Tachometer . 61

Gearshift Lever Positions

..........Automatic Transmission . 141

5-speed Manual

.........................Transmission . 140

........................................Glove Box . 87

.............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 183

.....................................Hatch Glass . 73

..............Hazard Warning Flashers . 66

Headlights

........................................Aiming . 183

............Daytime Running Lights . 65

..................High Beam Indicator . 58

........................Reminder Beeper . 65

........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 183

...................................Turning on . 65

..............................Head Restraints . 79

.......................Heating and Cooling . 98

.................High-Low Beam Switch . 65

....................................Hood Latch . 182

.......................Hood, Opening the . 126

..............................................Horn .3,63

...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 181

...Identification Number, Vehicle . 224

Ignition

..............................................Keys . 69

...........................................Switch . 71

............Timing Control System . 232

........................Immobilizer System . 70

.........Important Safety Precautions . 6

Indicators

..............ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 56

Brake (Parking and Brake

............................System) . 56, 215

........................Charging System . 56

.............................Cruise Control . 58

DRL (Daytime Running

......................................Lights) . 58

...................................High Beam . 58

........Key (Immobilizer System) . 57

......................................Low Fuel . 58

........................Low Oil Pressure . 56

...........................Side Airbag Off . 57

...............................................SRS . 57

Turn Signal and Hazard

...................................Warning . 58

..............................Washer Level . 59

Index

Main Menu

CONTINUED

.........Indicators, Instrument Panel . 55

...............................Infant Restraint . 36

......................................Infant Seats . 36

......LATCH Anchorage System . 41

...........................Lower Anchors . 41

............Tether Anchorage Point . 42

...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 190

.................High Speed Driving . 192

.........................Normal Driving . 191

...................................Inside Mirror . 89

.............................Inspection, Tire . 192

............................Instrument Panel . 55

........Instrument Panel Brightness . 66

........................................Introduction . i

.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 203

.......................................Jack, Tire . 200

................................Jump Starting . 209

..................................................Keys . 69

..................................Maintenance . 163

...Owner Maintenance Checks . 167

.................................Record . 170-171

......................Required Indicator . 59

..........................................Safety . 164

.............................Schedule . 168-169

.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 56, 214

...................Manual Transmission . 139

........Manual Transmission Fluid . 180

.........................Meters, Gauges . 55, 61

...................Methanol in Gasoline . 124

..........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 89

...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 131

.........................................Moonroof . 88

......................Closing Manually . 217

.....................................Operation . 88

...................Neutral Gear Position . 143

..................New Vehicle Break-in . 124

.....................Normal Shift Speeds . 140

.......................Label, Certification . 224

.................Lane Change, Signaling . 65

..................Lap/Shoulder Belts . 15, 20

...........LATCH Anchorage System . 41

Lights

....................Bulb Replacement . 183

.......................................Indicator . 55

.........................................Parking . 65

..................................Turn Signal . 65

.....................................Load Limit . 132

......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 71

Locks

.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 71

............................Fuel Fill Door . 125

....................................Glove Box . 87

.................................Power Door . 72

........................................Tailgate . 73

........................Low Coolant Level . 128

.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 58

...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 213

................................Lower Anchors . 41

...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 226

..............Luggage, . 132

Storing (Cargo)

Index

Main Menu

...................NOTICE, Explanation of . i

...............Numbers, Identification . 224

..............Panel Brightness Control . 66

........................Park Gear Position . 142

...........................................Parking . 146

.................................Parking Brake . 67

Parking Brake and Brake

.................System Indicator . 56, 215

.................................Parking Lights . 65

..Parking Over Things that Burn . 146

.............................PGM-FI System . 232

.................Power Socket Locations . 95

..............................Power Windows . 86

..........................Power Door Locks . 72

.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 18

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 12

...Additional Safety Precautions . 19

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 18

........................Protecting Children . 30

.......................Protecting Infants . 36

.......Protecting Larger Children . 46

.........Protecting Small Children . 38

Using Child Seats with

.....................................Tethers . 41

.............................Using LATCH . 41

...................Radiator Overheating . 211

Radio/Cassette/CD Sound

........................................System . 102

...........................Readiness Codes . 214

..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 186

..........................Rear Seat, Folding . 81

............................Rear View Mirror . 89

.................Rear Window Defogger . 66

.Rear Window Wiper and Washer . 64

...............Reclining the Seat Backs . 77

.......Recommended Shift Speeds . 140

.............................Reminder Lights . 55

.......................Remote Transmitter . 69

Replacement Information

..............Dust and Pollen Filter . 188

................Engine Oil and Filter . 174

..........................................Fuses . 218

................................Light Bulbs . 183

....................................Schedule . 168

...........................................Tires . 190

.............................Wiper Blades . 189

Replacing Seat Belts After a

............................................Crash . 22

...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 124

.........................................Odometer . 61

...............................Odometer, Trip . 61

....................Off-Highway Driving . 161

Oil

........................Change, How to . 174

......................Change, When to . 168

......................Checking Engine . 127

..............Pressure Indicator . 56, 213

Selecting Proper Viscosity

......................................Chart . 173

...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 71

Onboard Refueling Vapor

....................................Recovery . 231

..............................Outside Mirrors . 89

....Outside Temperature Indicator . 62

.....................................Over Drive . 143

....................Overheating, Engine . 211

.......Owner Maintenance Checks . 167

.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 124

Index

Main Menu

＊＊

CONTINUED

Reserve Tank, Engine

...............................Coolant . 128, 176

...............................Restraint, Child . 30

..................Reverse Gear Position . 142

...........................Reverse Lockout . 145

......................................Roof Rack . 134

................................Rotation, Tire . 193

..................................Safety Belts . 8, 20

.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 240

.................................Safety Features . 7

.........................................Airbags . 10

..................................Door Locks . 12

..........................Head Restraints . 15

.......................................Seat Belts . 8

..................Seats and Seat-Backs . 12

.............Safety Labels, Location of . 51

...............................Safety Messages . ii

.....................................Seat Belts . 8, 20

...............Additional Information . 20

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 18

Automatic Seat Belt

...............................Tensioners . 21

.....................................Cleaning . 187

.....................Detachable Anchor . 84

................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15, 20

................................Maintenance . 22

......Reminder Light and Beeper . 65

...................System Components . 20

...............Use During Pregnancy . 18

...Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15

....................................Seat Heaters . 76

........................Seats, Adjusting the . 77

...............................Serial Number . 224

...........................Service Intervals . 168

...........................Service Manual . 241

.........Service Station Procedures . 125

..................Setting the Clock . 118, 162

.....Shift Lever Position Indicator . 141

........................Shift Lock Release . 145

....................................Side Airbags . 26

..........................Cutoff Indicator . 28

Side Marker Lights, Bulb

..............................Replacement . 184

...............................Signaling Turns . 65

.....................................Snow Tires . 195

................................Sound System . 102

....................Specifications Charts . 226

................................Speed Control . 119

...................................Speedometer . 61

..........SRS, Additional Information . 23

...Additional Safety Precautions . 29

.............................Airbag Service . 28

How the Side Airbag Cutoff

...........Indicator Light Works . 28

..How the SRS Indicator Works . 27

How Your Front Airbags

.........................................Work . 23

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26

........................SRS Components . 23

.............................SRS Indicator . 27, 57

....START (Ignition Key Position) . 71

..............State Emissions Testing . 234

.......................Starting the Engine . 138

................With a Dead Battery . 209

........Steam Coming from Engine . 211

Steering Wheel

..................................Adjustment . 68

.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 71

...................Stereo Sound System . 102

.....................................Storage Box . 94

....................Storing Your Vehicle . 197

..........................Sunglasses Holder . 94

Index

VII

Main Menu

Supplemental Restraint

................................System . 10, 23

......................................Servicing . 28

.........................SRS Indicator . 27, 57

...................System Components . 27

..................................Synthetic Oil . 174

Table

..........................................Built in . 92

...........................................Center . 94

.....................................Tachometer . 61

Tailgate

.................................Hatch Glass . 73

............................Open Indicator . 59

.................................Opening the . 73

..........Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 183

.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 199

....................................Tape Player . 114

Technical Descriptions

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 228

.....Emissions Control Systems . 231

.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 124

Three Way Catalytic

...............................Converter . 233

.......................Temperature Gauge . 62

....................Temperature, Outside . 62

..............Tether Anchorage Points . 42

............................Theft Protection . 117

..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 233

..................Tilt the Steering Wheel . 68

..................Time, Setting the . 118, 162

....................................Tire Chains . 194

.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 200

...........................Tire Information . 231

...............................................Tires . 190

..............................Air Pressure . 191

.........................Checking Wear . 193

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 228

......................................Inflation . 190

..................................Inspection . 192

..............................Maintenance . 193

...................................Replacing . 193

......................................Rotating . 193

...........................................Snow . 194

............................Specifications . 227

................................Tire Chains . 194

...................Tools, Tire Changing . 200

Towing

.....................................A Trailer . 152

...............Behind a Motorhome . 157

................................Emergency . 216

...Equipment And Accessories . 152

.............................Weight Limit . 150

.............................Trailer Loading . 151

......................Trailer Towing Tips . 155

Transmission

Checking Fluid Level,

..............................Automatic . 179

Checking Fluid Level,

...................................Manual . 180

..................Fluid Selection . 179, 180

..............Identification Number . 224

.............Shifting the Automatic . 141

..................Shifting the Manual . 140

.....................................Treadwear . 228

.......................................Trip Meter . 61

....................................Turn Signals . 65

Unexpected, Taking Care

..........................................of the . 199

....Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 228

........................Unleaded Gasoline . 124

.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 175

Index

VIII

Main Menu

＊

.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 133

......................Vehicle Dimensions . 226

....Vehicle Identification Number . 224

.............................Vehicle Storage . 197

.....................................Ventilation . 100

.................................................VIN . 224

..................................Viscosity, Oil . 173

.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii

.........Warning Labels, Location of . 51

..................Warranty Coverages . 239

Washers, Windshield

........Checking the Fluid Level . 178

.....................................Operation . 64

Wheels

...............Adjusting the Steering . 68

............Alignment and Balance . 193

......................................Wrench . 193

Windows

..................Operating the Power . 86

...........................Rear, Defogger . 66

Windshield

.......................................Cleaning . 64

.....................................Defroster . 99

.....................................Washers . 178

Wipers, Windshield

.......................Changing Blades . 189

.....................................Operation . 64

....................................Worn Tires . 193

.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 216

: U.S. and Canada only

Index

Main Menu

Service Information Summary

Gasoline:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

Recommended Engine Oil:

Automatic Transmission Fluid:

5-speed Manual Transmission

Fluid:

Power Steering Fluid:

Brake Fluid:

Tire Pressure (measured cold):

Rear Differential Fluid:

15.3 US gal (58

)

26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm

)

2.0 US qt (1.9

)

4.4 US qt (4.2

)

1.1 US qt (1.0

)

Unleaded gasoline, pump octane

number of 86 or higher.

API Premium grade 5W-20

detergent oil (see page ).

Oil change capacity (including

filter):

Honda Manual Transmission

Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30

or 10W-40 motor oil as a

temporary replacement (see page

Honda Power Steering Fluid

preferred, or another brand of

power steering fluid as a

temporary replacement. Do not

use ATF (see page ).

Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid

DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or

DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary

replacement (see page ).

Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic

Transmission Fluid) preferred, or

aDEXRON

III ATF as a

temporary replacement (see page

Capacity (including differential):

Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not

use ATF.

Capacity:

Front/Rear:

173

180

182

181

179

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