Owner's Manual
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... gas is raised for an oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can even kill you to a comfortable setting. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and can collect rapidly in an accident that expose you . Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The car...
... gas is raised for an oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can even kill you to a comfortable setting. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and can collect rapidly in an accident that expose you . Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever: The car...
Owner's Manual
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... kilometers per hour. See page 37 for information on the headlight controls. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in the red zone. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on... Automatic Transmission Shown Cruise Control Indicator Only on cars equipped with the high beam headlights. CRUISE CONTROL Speedometer U.S. Canadian Models This shows your speed in revolutions per hour. Indicator Lights, Gauges High Beam Indicator This light comes on with cruise control system This lights when you set the...
... kilometers per hour. See page 37 for information on the headlight controls. The smaller inner numbers are the speed in the red zone. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on... Automatic Transmission Shown Cruise Control Indicator Only on cars equipped with the high beam headlights. CRUISE CONTROL Speedometer U.S. Canadian Models This shows your speed in revolutions per hour. Indicator Lights, Gauges High Beam Indicator This light comes on with cruise control system This lights when you set the...
Owner's Manual
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... you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn signal lever in the proper direction, and hold it. intermittent LO - low speed HI - The lever will return to blink even when you push it up Instruments and Controls To signal a lane change with this lever. to adjust...
... you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn signal lever in the proper direction, and hold it. intermittent LO - low speed HI - The lever will return to blink even when you push it up Instruments and Controls To signal a lane change with this lever. to adjust...
Owner's Manual
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In low speed and high speed, the wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release the lever. This gives you . Models To clean ... if your car is disabled. Use the hazard warning lights if you release the lever. Instruments and Controls Canadian Models The wipers run at high speed until you release it. The wipers run continuously. This causes all four outside turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). Windshield Washers U.S. To...
In low speed and high speed, the wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release the lever. This gives you . Models To clean ... if your car is disabled. Use the hazard warning lights if you release the lever. Instruments and Controls Canadian Models The wipers run at high speed until you release it. The wipers run continuously. This causes all four outside turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). Windshield Washers U.S. To...
Owner's Manual
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... such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad NOTICE The cruise control, as it up to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your car's accelerator mechanism by trying to the left of the car under the pedal and blocking ...lever up and down. Using the Cruise Control 1. Accelerate to lock the steering wheel in Canada Cruise control allows you can lead to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). The indicator in place by resting your foot under those conditions. Position the wheel so you to a crash. weather...
... such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad NOTICE The cruise control, as it up to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your car's accelerator mechanism by trying to the left of the car under the pedal and blocking ...lever up and down. Using the Cruise Control 1. Accelerate to lock the steering wheel in Canada Cruise control allows you can lead to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). The indicator in place by resting your foot under those conditions. Position the wheel so you to a crash. weather...
Owner's Manual
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...on , you can still use the accelerator pedal to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button. The car will then maintain the desired speed. Release the button when you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button. When the car slows to cancel. Instruments and Controls...cruise control turned on . Resting your foot off the accelerator pedal. This shows the system is now activated. You can increase the set speed may vary slightly, particularly on the accelerator pedal. Steering Wheel Controls 3. Press and hold the SET/decel button. The car will cause the...
...on , you can still use the accelerator pedal to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button. The car will then maintain the desired speed. Release the button when you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button. When the car slows to cancel. Instruments and Controls...cruise control turned on . Resting your foot off the accelerator pedal. This shows the system is now activated. You can increase the set speed may vary slightly, particularly on the accelerator pedal. Steering Wheel Controls 3. Press and hold the SET/decel button. The car will cause the...
Owner's Manual
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... light comes on the instrument panel will go out and the car will accelerate to cancel cruise control, the system retains the previously set cruising speed is erased. If you cancel cruise control by pressing the SET and RESUME BUTTONS at the same time. When you use the brake or clutch... pedal to the same cruising speed as before. If you tap the brake or clutch pedal (manual transmission cars) or press the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the...
... light comes on the instrument panel will go out and the car will accelerate to cancel cruise control, the system retains the previously set cruising speed is erased. If you cancel cruise control by pressing the SET and RESUME BUTTONS at the same time. When you use the brake or clutch... pedal to the same cruising speed as before. If you tap the brake or clutch pedal (manual transmission cars) or press the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the...
Owner's Manual
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... system. In most cases, the mode and air source selections are only recommendations. Temperature Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right increases the fan speed, which button is ON. Mode Buttons These buttons control the direction of air flow. The indicator in the switch lights when the A/C is controlling air...
... system. In most cases, the mode and air source selections are only recommendations. Temperature Control Lever Sliding this lever to the right increases the fan speed, which button is ON. Mode Buttons These buttons control the direction of air flow. The indicator in the switch lights when the A/C is controlling air...
Owner's Manual
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...direct air out of the dash and heater vents. Turn on engine temperature. Controlling Air Flow Direction Air flows into the interior at a comfortable speed. To Cool With A/C (Optional) To operate the air conditioning system, press the air conditioning switch. Set the fan to warm the air...a comfortable temperature, close Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling Use mode to heat or cool the interior more quickly, or to maximum speed. 4. If the engine is standing still. You can produce cold air almost immediately. The engine must be several minutes before you feel ...
...direct air out of the dash and heater vents. Turn on engine temperature. Controlling Air Flow Direction Air flows into the interior at a comfortable speed. To Cool With A/C (Optional) To operate the air conditioning system, press the air conditioning switch. Set the fan to warm the air...a comfortable temperature, close Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling Use mode to heat or cool the interior more quickly, or to maximum speed. 4. If the engine is standing still. You can produce cold air almost immediately. The engine must be several minutes before you feel ...
Owner's Manual
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... setting is suitable for cooling as it operates. Turn on . 2. The air conditioning places an extra load on the rear window defogger to the desired speed. 4. Switch the fan to help clear the rear window. Select and press any desired mode button. 4. Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of...
... setting is suitable for cooling as it operates. Turn on . 2. The air conditioning places an extra load on the rear window defogger to the desired speed. 4. Switch the fan to help clear the rear window. Select and press any desired mode button. 4. Adjust the temperature control lever so the mixture of...
Owner's Manual
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... build up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up . You should only shut the system completely off the system temporarily, slide the fan speed and temperature control levers all the windows before driving away. For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the way to avoid fogging...
... build up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up . You should only shut the system completely off the system temporarily, slide the fan speed and temperature control levers all the windows before driving away. For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the way to avoid fogging...
Owner's Manual
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... than a warm engine. This will warm up " a cold engine by driving moderately. An important part of that maintenance is not necessary to cut down and speed up of snow on the number of "cold starts," try to the maintenance schedule. Turn off the A/C to "warm-up faster, and you get . Rapid...
... than a warm engine. This will warm up " a cold engine by driving moderately. An important part of that maintenance is not necessary to cut down and speed up of snow on the number of "cold starts," try to the maintenance schedule. Turn off the A/C to "warm-up faster, and you get . Rapid...
Owner's Manual
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... and how to Drive ...84 Starting the Engine ...84 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...85 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...86 Recommended Shift Points ...86 Maximum Speeds ...87 Automatic Transmission ...87 Shift Lever Positions ...88 Maximum Speeds ...90 Shift Lock Release ...90 The Braking System ...91 Brake Wear Indicators ...91 Brake System Design...
... and how to Drive ...84 Starting the Engine ...84 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...85 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...86 Recommended Shift Points ...86 Maximum Speeds ...87 Automatic Transmission ...87 Shift Lever Positions ...88 Maximum Speeds ...90 Shift Lock Release ...90 The Braking System ...91 Brake Wear Indicators ...91 Brake System Design...
Owner's Manual
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... race. Starting the Engine 5. If the engine starts, release pressure on the battery. 2. When the engine starts, release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up and smooths out. 3. Driving If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away, press the accelerator pedal halfway...
... race. Starting the Engine 5. If the engine starts, release pressure on the battery. 2. When the engine starts, release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up and smooths out. 3. Driving If the engine fails to start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away, press the accelerator pedal halfway...
Owner's Manual
Page 84
... hill. Refer to wear out faster. If you crash, you shift into reverse with the car moving. When you are recommended: Rapid slowing or speeding up can cause loss of the forward gears for smooth operation. This stops the gears so they won't "grind." This can cause your clutch to... the Maximum Speeds chart. The following shift points are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. When shifting up gradually. This will not...
... hill. Refer to wear out faster. If you crash, you shift into reverse with the car moving. When you are recommended: Rapid slowing or speeding up can cause loss of the forward gears for smooth operation. This stops the gears so they won't "grind." This can cause your clutch to... the Maximum Speeds chart. The following shift points are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. When shifting up gradually. This will not...
Owner's Manual
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... exceed these tables are the maximums for Driving It has a "lock-up" torque converter for the given gears. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds. It shows you reduce the rpm below the red zone. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. Shift Lever Position... display is caused by a limiter in the engine's computer controls. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in these speeds, the engine speed will run normally when you the position of the shift lever. This is on the instrument panel. U.S.: EX, Canada: Si Maximum...
... exceed these tables are the maximums for Driving It has a "lock-up" torque converter for the given gears. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds. It shows you reduce the rpm below the red zone. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. Shift Lever Position... display is caused by a limiter in the engine's computer controls. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in these speeds, the engine speed will run normally when you the position of the shift lever. This is on the instrument panel. U.S.: EX, Canada: Si Maximum...
Owner's Manual
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... hills. The transmission will help reduce wheel spin. Second (2) - It will shift down a steep hill. Driving Use this position for your speed and acceleration. To shift to Second, press the release button on a slippery surface or in the lower gear. Automatic Transmission come to a ... shift to another gear. Neutral (N) - Press on your normal driving. Drive (D4) - The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed. Drive (D3) - Use second gear when starting out on the side of the shift lever. Whenever you are moving the shift lever from Neutral...
... hills. The transmission will help reduce wheel spin. Second (2) - It will shift down a steep hill. Driving Use this position for your speed and acceleration. To shift to Second, press the release button on a slippery surface or in the lower gear. Automatic Transmission come to a ... shift to another gear. Neutral (N) - Press on your normal driving. Drive (D4) - The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed. Drive (D3) - Use second gear when starting out on the side of the shift lever. Whenever you are moving the shift lever from Neutral...
Owner's Manual
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... to First, press the release button on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. 1. U.S.: EX, Canada: Si Maximum Speeds The speeds in these speeds, the engine speed will feel the engine cut in the Shift Lock Release slot next to move the shift lever out of the shift lever. Shift...
... to First, press the release button on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work. 1. U.S.: EX, Canada: Si Maximum Speeds The speeds in these speeds, the engine speed will feel the engine cut in the Shift Lock Release slot next to move the shift lever out of the shift lever. Shift...
Owner's Manual
Page 91
... weather and traffic conditions and leaving a margin of safety. It is self-checking. Indicator shown The ABS is still your responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds for road conditions or bad judgment. The Braking System, Towing a Trailer continue to press on the brake pedal with ABS may feel a slight movement of...
... weather and traffic conditions and leaving a margin of safety. It is self-checking. Indicator shown The ABS is still your responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds for road conditions or bad judgment. The Braking System, Towing a Trailer continue to press on the brake pedal with ABS may feel a slight movement of...
Owner's Manual
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... conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instructions for information on your Civic, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your Honda Dealer. If you may want to follow basic maintenance safety precautions...Filter Changes ...107 Cooling System ...109 Adding Engine Coolant ...109 Replacing Engine Coolant 110 Windshield Washers ...113 Transmission Oil ...114 Automatic Transmission...114 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...114 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...115 Brake System ...115 Anti-Lock Brake System ...116 Clutch S y s t e m ...
... conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instructions for information on your Civic, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your Honda Dealer. If you may want to follow basic maintenance safety precautions...Filter Changes ...107 Cooling System ...109 Adding Engine Coolant ...109 Replacing Engine Coolant 110 Windshield Washers ...113 Transmission Oil ...114 Automatic Transmission...114 5-Speed Manual Transmission ...114 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...115 Brake System ...115 Anti-Lock Brake System ...116 Clutch S y s t e m ...