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... some items you should know before driving your car. Index ...169 Gas Station Information Specifications ...158 Dimensions, weights and capacities. Starting & Driving...92 What gas to use, how to www.helminc.com. Consumer Information ...160 Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, ...vehicle identification numbers, etc. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to change gears, etc. 1993 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents Owner's Identification ...
... some items you should know before driving your car. Index ...169 Gas Station Information Specifications ...158 Dimensions, weights and capacities. Starting & Driving...92 What gas to use, how to www.helminc.com. Consumer Information ...160 Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, ...vehicle identification numbers, etc. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to change gears, etc. 1993 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents Owner's Identification ...
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Statements or labels on the product preceded by the following words are of driving, avoid full throttle starts and cruising for service assistance and advice. means hazards or unsafe practices which could cause minor personal injury or product or property damage. During the ...-in Period During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of special significance: indicates severe personal injury or death will reduce future braking efficiency, Remember, your Honda Automobile dealer knows your car.
Statements or labels on the product preceded by the following words are of driving, avoid full throttle starts and cruising for service assistance and advice. means hazards or unsafe practices which could cause minor personal injury or product or property damage. During the ...-in Period During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of special significance: indicates severe personal injury or death will reduce future braking efficiency, Remember, your Honda Automobile dealer knows your car.
Owner's Manual
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... a severe frontal collision, your airbag will instantly inflate to operate other abrasions. it won't interfere with considerable force. After the bag completely inflates, it immediately starts deflating so it is caused by the inflation of the steering wheel.
... a severe frontal collision, your airbag will instantly inflate to operate other abrasions. it won't interfere with considerable force. After the bag completely inflates, it immediately starts deflating so it is caused by the inflation of the steering wheel.
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... flashes while you turn the ignition ON (II). SRS How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the SRS light on after the engine starts. Because of a potential problem with considerable force. Supplemental Restraint System (cont'd) How the Passenger's Airbag Works (SE) If you do not put an infant seat...
... flashes while you turn the ignition ON (II). SRS How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the SRS light on after the engine starts. Because of a potential problem with considerable force. Supplemental Restraint System (cont'd) How the Passenger's Airbag Works (SE) If you do not put an infant seat...
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... Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). You will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before you feel the ABS activate immediately if you start the engine. This means the Anti-lock function of the brake pedal just after you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
... Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). You will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before you feel the ABS activate immediately if you start the engine. This means the Anti-lock function of the brake pedal just after you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
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If the light comes on . NOTE: If necessary, have the charging system checked by an authorized Honda dealer. (cont'd) Then check the alternator belt for up to burn you. Keep hands away from the radiator fan. The fan may be hot enough .... (See page 12 ) Charging System Light The charging system light comes on when there is a problem with the engine not running , some engine components may start automatically without warning and run for proper tension. To check the belt tension, push with about : 10 - 12 mm (0.4 - 0.5 in) If the engine has been...
If the light comes on . NOTE: If necessary, have the charging system checked by an authorized Honda dealer. (cont'd) Then check the alternator belt for up to burn you. Keep hands away from the radiator fan. The fan may be hot enough .... (See page 12 ) Charging System Light The charging system light comes on when there is a problem with the engine not running , some engine components may start automatically without warning and run for proper tension. To check the belt tension, push with about : 10 - 12 mm (0.4 - 0.5 in) If the engine has been...
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... low; If the light does not go out or lights again while driving, have the system checked by a Honda dealer. (cont'd) With the parking brake set, this light every time you should refuel, because the tank contains...have it checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If the light comes on while driving, stop the car at any other time, it means you start the car. In such a case... on after recharging, have your dealer check for a few seconds each time the engine is started. US BRAKE Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Light Check this light should go on when...
... low; If the light does not go out or lights again while driving, have the system checked by a Honda dealer. (cont'd) With the parking brake set, this light every time you should refuel, because the tank contains...have it checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If the light comes on while driving, stop the car at any other time, it means you start the car. In such a case... on after recharging, have your dealer check for a few seconds each time the engine is started. US BRAKE Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Light Check this light should go on when...
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...'s side only for US cars). The inside and outside mirrors can be adjusted by moving the knob located on the bottom of vehicles behind you start driving. After the mirrors have been adjusted, return the main switch to L (for driver's side) or R (for best visibility. NOTE: Be sure... day or night position. The night position reduces glare from the headlights of the mirror forward or backward to adjust mirror angles before you start driving. Be sure to the correct angle. MAIN SWITCH ADJUSTMEM SWITCH Mirrors Rearview Mirrors Keep the inside mirror has day and night positions....
...'s side only for US cars). The inside and outside mirrors can be adjusted by moving the knob located on the bottom of vehicles behind you start driving. After the mirrors have been adjusted, return the main switch to L (for driver's side) or R (for best visibility. NOTE: Be sure... day or night position. The night position reduces glare from the headlights of the mirror forward or backward to adjust mirror angles before you start driving. Be sure to the correct angle. MAIN SWITCH ADJUSTMEM SWITCH Mirrors Rearview Mirrors Keep the inside mirror has day and night positions....
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... into the middle of the scale. Heating and Cooling (cont'd) To Cool with A/C (optional on US: DX, Canada: LX) To cool the car down quickly, start the engine, turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise all the way to the left or turn the fan to high, push the A/C switch and open...
... into the middle of the scale. Heating and Cooling (cont'd) To Cool with A/C (optional on US: DX, Canada: LX) To cool the car down quickly, start the engine, turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise all the way to the left or turn the fan to high, push the A/C switch and open...
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Doing so can cause a weak battery, resulting in should not be in the II (ON) position when using the Push the seat heater switch, the light in the switch will remain on and the indicator As the unit draws considerable current, it should go off , push the switch, the light in hard starting. To turn the system off . come on while the heaters are working. CAUTION: heaters. Seat Heater (Canada: SE) Both front seats in your car are equipped with seat ignition must be used when idling for an extended period of time. The seat heaters. INDICATOR LIGHT SEAT HEATER SWITCH
Doing so can cause a weak battery, resulting in should not be in the II (ON) position when using the Push the seat heater switch, the light in the switch will remain on and the indicator As the unit draws considerable current, it should go off , push the switch, the light in hard starting. To turn the system off . come on while the heaters are working. CAUTION: heaters. Seat Heater (Canada: SE) Both front seats in your car are equipped with seat ignition must be used when idling for an extended period of time. The seat heaters. INDICATOR LIGHT SEAT HEATER SWITCH
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Your selection will start playing. (cont'd) To operate the CD changer, the ignition key must be in the magazine ...with the unit. If you are listening to disc 1. Once in the CD mode, the system will appear in the changer according to six discs, providing several hours of the first six preset buttons. After disc 6 has completed, the system will return ... eject it before playing a CD. Load the desired CD's in the magazine and bad the magazine in the display and start to play the first track of the first disc in the magazine. When that came with the same buttons, used for ...
Your selection will start playing. (cont'd) To operate the CD changer, the ignition key must be in the magazine ...with the unit. If you are listening to disc 1. Once in the CD mode, the system will appear in the changer according to six discs, providing several hours of the first six preset buttons. After disc 6 has completed, the system will return ... eject it before playing a CD. Load the desired CD's in the magazine and bad the magazine in the display and start to play the first track of the first disc in the magazine. When that came with the same buttons, used for ...
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... you release the bar. The indicator in the button lights as a reminder. The system continues to select and play it loads the next disc and starts to play tracks randomly on that CD. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the side of the current track. Each time you press...
... you release the bar. The indicator in the button lights as a reminder. The system continues to select and play it loads the next disc and starts to play tracks randomly on that CD. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the side of the current track. Each time you press...
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... use unleaded fuels of the recommended octane rating. Operation In Foreign Countries In order to protect the fuel system. or Canada, write to Honda (stating the year and model of your car outside the U.S. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 Canadian Owners...: Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Ave. Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd. U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal...
... use unleaded fuels of the recommended octane rating. Operation In Foreign Countries In order to protect the fuel system. or Canada, write to Honda (stating the year and model of your car outside the U.S. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 Canadian Owners...: Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Ave. Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd. U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 5% methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal...
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... key is turned to the lock position or remove the key while the car is in the ignition when you open the driver's door. III-START position: The starter will sound if the key is still in motion; To remind you turn from the 0 to the I -ACCESSORY position: In this position...
... key is turned to the lock position or remove the key while the car is in the ignition when you open the driver's door. III-START position: The starter will sound if the key is still in motion; To remind you turn from the 0 to the I -ACCESSORY position: In this position...
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...hold it there while cranking the engine. NOTE: If the outside temperature is below ). 3. Shift the transmission to the floor and hold it doesn't start , repeat step 1. With your car has not been driven for several days, warm up the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time....there while cranking. Make sure the shift lever is fully depressed. If the engine won 't start, wait 10 seconds before driving. Apply the parking brake and the foot brake. Starting the Engine Before Starting When starting in cold weather, keep all the way in (see NOTE below freezing, or if your...
...hold it there while cranking the engine. NOTE: If the outside temperature is below ). 3. Shift the transmission to the floor and hold it doesn't start , repeat step 1. With your car has not been driven for several days, warm up the engine for more than 15 seconds at a time....there while cranking. Make sure the shift lever is fully depressed. If the engine won 't start, wait 10 seconds before driving. Apply the parking brake and the foot brake. Starting the Engine Before Starting When starting in cold weather, keep all the way in (see NOTE below freezing, or if your...
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... the car is very easy to synchronize. To prevent grinding the gears when shifting into reverse, hold the clutch pedal depressed briefly before the engine starts to Reverse. When shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift gears and then release the clutch gradually. When descending steep grades, select a lower gear to...
... the car is very easy to synchronize. To prevent grinding the gears when shifting into reverse, hold the clutch pedal depressed briefly before the engine starts to Reverse. When shifting, depress the clutch pedal fully, shift gears and then release the clutch gradually. When descending steep grades, select a lower gear to...
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... in 1st gear is COMPLETELY stopped. R-Reverse CAUTION: Shift into Park only when the car is : 31 mph (50 km/h). The further down according to load and engine speed. Shift into or out of D3 will accelerate. The maximum recommended speed in 2nd gear is: 69 mph (110 km... downhill, and increased power when driving uphill; D3-3rd Use of reverse only after the car has come to a complete stop; the transmission will start off in -town and highway driving. NOTE: If rapid acceleration is needed . or when increased braking is moving. The car will automatically shift down...
... in 1st gear is COMPLETELY stopped. R-Reverse CAUTION: Shift into Park only when the car is : 31 mph (50 km/h). The further down according to load and engine speed. Shift into or out of D3 will accelerate. The maximum recommended speed in 2nd gear is: 69 mph (110 km... downhill, and increased power when driving uphill; D3-3rd Use of reverse only after the car has come to a complete stop; the transmission will start off in -town and highway driving. NOTE: If rapid acceleration is needed . or when increased braking is moving. The car will automatically shift down...
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..., stopping, and reversing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you of control. If your car has a manual transmission, always start out in bad weather will magnify any federal, state or province, or local regulations. Towing a trailer in first gear and release the clutch at... may cause trailer jackknifing and loss of approaching large vehicles that your car in controlling the car caused by the weather itself. Avoid jerky starts and rapid acceleration. Remember, the total length of speed, allow at moderate engine rpm. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of your...
..., stopping, and reversing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you of control. If your car has a manual transmission, always start out in bad weather will magnify any federal, state or province, or local regulations. Towing a trailer in first gear and release the clutch at... may cause trailer jackknifing and loss of approaching large vehicles that your car in controlling the car caused by the weather itself. Avoid jerky starts and rapid acceleration. Remember, the total length of speed, allow at moderate engine rpm. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of your...
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... and requires practice. To help prevent overheating of the brakes, shift into a lower gear to the left ; CAUTION: Parking on the cooling system. CAUTION: Before starting out, check the operation of the lights and all precautions mentioned above and turn the wheels to the coolant temperature gauge when going up , the...
... and requires practice. To help prevent overheating of the brakes, shift into a lower gear to the left ; CAUTION: Parking on the cooling system. CAUTION: Before starting out, check the operation of the lights and all precautions mentioned above and turn the wheels to the coolant temperature gauge when going up , the...
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... the cap and twist clockwise until it stops. The level should look like this: (cont'd) Do not overfill. 2. Recommended Oil Oil is correctly replaced before starting the engine. Add oil, then check the level again. Engine Oil and Filter Checking Check the engine oil a couple of minutes after shutting the engine...
... the cap and twist clockwise until it stops. The level should look like this: (cont'd) Do not overfill. 2. Recommended Oil Oil is correctly replaced before starting the engine. Add oil, then check the level again. Engine Oil and Filter Checking Check the engine oil a couple of minutes after shutting the engine...