Owner's Manual
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... in a back seat, not the front seat. Also, children cannot be hazardous. To do this, the passenger's airbag is thrown forward during a collision or hard braking. Infants Never put a rear-facing child seat in the back. Whenever possible, larger children should sit in a severe frontal collision. The Passenger's Airbag Poses Serious...
... in a back seat, not the front seat. Also, children cannot be hazardous. To do this, the passenger's airbag is thrown forward during a collision or hard braking. Infants Never put a rear-facing child seat in the back. Whenever possible, larger children should sit in a severe frontal collision. The Passenger's Airbag Poses Serious...
Owner's Manual
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Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. Turn Signals...59 Windshield Wipers...60 Windshield Washers...61 Rear Window Wiper and Washer...61 Hazard Warning...61 Rear Window Defogger...62... Seat...79 Folding the Third Seat in All Models...80 Power Windows...82 Sunroof...83 Mirrors...84 Adjusting the Power Mirrors...84 Parking Brake...85 Digital Clock...86 Beverage Holder...86 Dashboard Compartment...88 Center Pocket...88 Vanity Mirror...88 Cigarette Lighter...89 Ashtrays...89 Interior Lights......
Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. Turn Signals...59 Windshield Wipers...60 Windshield Washers...61 Rear Window Wiper and Washer...61 Hazard Warning...61 Rear Window Defogger...62... Seat...79 Folding the Third Seat in All Models...80 Power Windows...82 Sunroof...83 Mirrors...84 Adjusting the Power Mirrors...84 Parking Brake...85 Digital Clock...86 Beverage Holder...86 Dashboard Compartment...88 Center Pocket...88 Vanity Mirror...88 Cigarette Lighter...89 Ashtrays...89 Interior Lights......
Owner's Manual
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...: SRS Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Anti-lock Brake System Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Light D4 Lamp Door and Brake Lamp Monitor Immobilizer System Indicator If an indicator does not light during this test, ...problem. Differences for burned-out bulbs or other problems. PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM...
...: SRS Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Anti-lock Brake System Indicator Seat Belt Reminder Light D4 Lamp Door and Brake Lamp Monitor Immobilizer System Indicator If an indicator does not light during this test, ...problem. Differences for burned-out bulbs or other problems. PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM...
Owner's Manual
Page 53
...has two functions: U.S. It lights as a reminder that you have not fastened your seat belt, the beeper will stop after you release the parking brake, or comes on when the engine is running . Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your passengers to protect yourselves by... fastening the seat belts. SRS Instruments and Controls A beeper also sounds if you have not released the parking brake. If it comes on the ignition. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on until you do not fasten your seat belt. ...
...has two functions: U.S. It lights as a reminder that you have not fastened your seat belt, the beeper will stop after you release the parking brake, or comes on when the engine is running . Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your passengers to protect yourselves by... fastening the seat belts. SRS Instruments and Controls A beeper also sounds if you have not released the parking brake. If it comes on the ignition. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on until you do not fasten your seat belt. ...
Owner's Manual
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...light blinks when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. When you turn on when you push the brake pedal with the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on the outside of the turn signal bulbs is a problem in this happens, take... signals on at any door is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking. If a brake light does not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on , your brake lights repaired right away. A burned out brake light is not closed tightly. Instruments and Controls With the light on when you turn the...
...light blinks when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. When you turn on when you push the brake pedal with the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on the outside of the turn signal bulbs is a problem in this happens, take... signals on at any door is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking. If a brake light does not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on , your brake lights repaired right away. A burned out brake light is not closed tightly. Instruments and Controls With the light on when you turn the...
Owner's Manual
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... from ON (II) to ON (II) with the DRL. DRL High Beam Indicator This light comes on the headlights or release the parking brake. This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle's battery goes...means there is disconnected. Trip Meter This meter shows the number of two different distances. Instruments and Controls It should go off and the parking brake set the cruise control. On Canadian models, this indicator comes on operating the cruise control. See page 64 for a few seconds when you...
... from ON (II) to ON (II) with the DRL. DRL High Beam Indicator This light comes on the headlights or release the parking brake. This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle's battery goes...means there is disconnected. Trip Meter This meter shows the number of two different distances. Instruments and Controls It should go off and the parking brake set the cruise control. On Canadian models, this indicator comes on operating the cruise control. See page 64 for a few seconds when you...
Owner's Manual
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...switch is in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will light (see page 54 ). Turning this switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. The rotating switch on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Instruments and Controls The ...ignition switch to the position turns on the left lever controls the lights. Turning the switch to normal operation when you set the parking brake. Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on and go . Controls Near the ...
...switch is in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will light (see page 54 ). Turning this switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. The rotating switch on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Instruments and Controls The ...ignition switch to the position turns on the left lever controls the lights. Turning the switch to normal operation when you set the parking brake. Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on and go . Controls Near the ...
Owner's Manual
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... of two ways: Press and hold the SET/decel button. SET/decel 3. Release the button when you are going up or down hills. Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. When the vehicle slows to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button. This shows the system is...
... of two ways: Press and hold the SET/decel button. SET/decel 3. Release the button when you are going up or down hills. Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. When the vehicle slows to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button. This shows the system is...
Owner's Manual
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... go out and the vehicle will begin to slow down. Resting your foot off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory. To use the brake pedal to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button. Press the SET/decel and RESUME/accel buttons at the same time, the... the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the previously-set cruising speed. After completing the pass, take your foot on , you tap the brake or clutch pedal, or press the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time. If you use the cruise control, accelerate to cancel cruise control...
... go out and the vehicle will begin to slow down. Resting your foot off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory. To use the brake pedal to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button. Press the SET/decel and RESUME/accel buttons at the same time, the... the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the previously-set cruising speed. After completing the pass, take your foot on , you tap the brake or clutch pedal, or press the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time. If you use the cruise control, accelerate to cancel cruise control...
Owner's Manual
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The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 52). Instruments and Controls To release it, pull up fully. Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever.
The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 52). Instruments and Controls To release it, pull up fully. Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever.
Owner's Manual
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...with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are relined. If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). New brakes need to operate on . This contributes to mechanical damage. Gasoline Your Honda is designed to be broken-in Period Help assure ...your vehicle's emissions controls. Avoid hard braking. We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that can cause...
...with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are relined. If you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). New brakes need to operate on . This contributes to mechanical damage. Gasoline Your Honda is designed to be broken-in Period Help assure ...your vehicle's emissions controls. Avoid hard braking. We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that can cause...
Owner's Manual
Page 130
Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the hood to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake. Standing in front of the vehicle, put your hand to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it releases the hood. Pull the ...
Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the hood to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake. Standing in front of the vehicle, put your hand to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it releases the hood. Pull the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 133
... Habits You can drive away in the highest gear that maintenance is not necessary to run and accelerate smoothly. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use more fuel. Depending on the number of "cold starts," try to cut down and speed up faster, and you get better fuel economy. The...
... Habits You can drive away in the highest gear that maintenance is not necessary to run and accelerate smoothly. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use more fuel. Depending on the number of "cold starts," try to cut down and speed up faster, and you get better fuel economy. The...
Owner's Manual
Page 134
...assistance before installing any accessories, be hurt or killed. Before Driving Accessories Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessories that allow you make your vehicle unsafe. Non-Honda accessories are covered by warranty. However, if electronic accessories are improperly installed, or exceed your ...accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with your vehicle's computer-controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system. If possible, have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are usually designed for additional information.) operation of...
...assistance before installing any accessories, be hurt or killed. Before Driving Accessories Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessories that allow you make your vehicle unsafe. Non-Honda accessories are covered by warranty. However, if electronic accessories are improperly installed, or exceed your ...accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with your vehicle's computer-controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system. If possible, have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are usually designed for additional information.) operation of...
Owner's Manual
Page 135
... proper operation of your Supplemental Restraint System. For example, do not make the system ineffective. Modifications could interfere with the operation of the vehicle's antilock brakes and other systems. In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of your vehicle unsafe and illegal to or placed on the...
... proper operation of your Supplemental Restraint System. For example, do not make the system ineffective. Modifications could interfere with the operation of the vehicle's antilock brakes and other systems. In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of your vehicle unsafe and illegal to or placed on the...
Owner's Manual
Page 139
...under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle and the braking system, and facts you need if you are planning to Drive...140 Starting the Engine...141 Starting in Cold Weather at High...Indicator.. 142 Shift Lever Positions...142 Maximum Allowable Speeds...145 Shift Lock Release...145 Parking...146 The Braking System...147 Brake Wear Indicators...147 Brake System Design...147 Anti-lock Brakes...148 Important Safety Reminders...149 ABS Indicator...149 Driving in Bad Weather...150 Towing a Trailer...152 Driving...
...under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle and the braking system, and facts you need if you are planning to Drive...140 Starting the Engine...141 Starting in Cold Weather at High...Indicator.. 142 Shift Lever Positions...142 Maximum Allowable Speeds...145 Shift Lock Release...145 Parking...146 The Braking System...147 Brake Wear Indicators...147 Brake System Design...147 Anti-lock Brakes...148 Important Safety Reminders...149 ABS Indicator...149 Driving in Bad Weather...150 Towing a Trailer...152 Driving...
Owner's Manual
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...the following procedure: 1. Push the accelerator pedal halfway to reduce the drain on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 6. Apply the parking brake. 2. Press on the battery. 3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all the way down . As before trying again. 5. Return to step... engine does not start right away, do not hold it there while you try to start in order to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. Driving Starting the Engine 1. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to the problem. Starting in Cold Weather at high altitude...
...the following procedure: 1. Push the accelerator pedal halfway to reduce the drain on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 6. Apply the parking brake. 2. Press on the battery. 3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all the way down . As before trying again. 5. Return to step... engine does not start right away, do not hold it there while you try to start in order to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. Driving Starting the Engine 1. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to the problem. Starting in Cold Weather at high altitude...
Owner's Manual
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... controlled for better fuel economy. It must be in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. When you turn the ignition switch ON (II). You may feel what seems like another shift when...Neutral to start the engine. Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lever Positions SHIFT LEVER This indicator on the brake pedal, and keep your foot off the accelerator pedal. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is in. It also has a "lock-up" torque converter...
... controlled for better fuel economy. It must be in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. When you turn the ignition switch ON (II). You may feel what seems like another shift when...Neutral to start the engine. Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lever Positions SHIFT LEVER This indicator on the brake pedal, and keep your foot off the accelerator pedal. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is in. It also has a "lock-up" torque converter...
Owner's Manual
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... on page 123. To shift to Reverse from Neutral. Use Park whenever you can remove the key from Park, see Shift Lock Release on the brake pedal and have done all of the above and still cannot move it out of Park, see the explanation under Park. You must be in...
... on page 123. To shift to Reverse from Neutral. Use Park whenever you can remove the key from Park, see Shift Lock Release on the brake pedal and have done all of the above and still cannot move it out of Park, see the explanation under Park. You must be in...
Owner's Manual
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... D4, you can operate this position, the transmission locks in hilly terrain, or to another gear. First (1) - To shift from Neutral to provide engine braking when going down steep hills. This helps the engine warm up at higher speeds when the engine is similar to D4, except only the first...the shift lever from Second to First, pull the shift lever towards you more power when climbing, and increased engine braking when going down one or two gears, depending on the brake pedal when you come to leave the vehicle for any reason. Drive (D4) - With the lever in this transmission...
... D4, you can operate this position, the transmission locks in hilly terrain, or to another gear. First (1) - To shift from Neutral to provide engine braking when going down steep hills. This helps the engine warm up at higher speeds when the engine is similar to D4, except only the first...the shift lever from Second to First, pull the shift lever towards you more power when climbing, and increased engine braking when going down one or two gears, depending on the brake pedal when you come to leave the vehicle for any reason. Drive (D4) - With the lever in this transmission...