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......40 Additional Information About Your Front Airbags...41 SRS Components...41 How Your Front Airbags Work...41 How the SRS Indicator Light Works...43 Additional Information About Your Side Airbags...44 How Your Side Airbags Work...44 How The Side Airbag Indicator...Safety Important Safety Precautions ...6 Your Car's Safety Features...7 Seat Belts...8 Airbags...9 Seats & Seat-Backs...10 Head Restraints...10 Door Locks...10 Pre-Drive Safety Checklist...11 Protecting Adults...12 1. Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to Children...20 If You Must...
......40 Additional Information About Your Front Airbags...41 SRS Components...41 How Your Front Airbags Work...41 How the SRS Indicator Light Works...43 Additional Information About Your Side Airbags...44 How Your Side Airbags Work...44 How The Side Airbag Indicator...Safety Important Safety Precautions ...6 Your Car's Safety Features...7 Seat Belts...8 Airbags...9 Seats & Seat-Backs...10 Head Restraints...10 Door Locks...10 Pre-Drive Safety Checklist...11 Protecting Adults...12 1. Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important information about how to Children...20 If You Must...
Owner's Manual
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... on the belt to the door pillar. To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the buckle. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to... positions except the driver's have an emergency locking retractor. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened before the ignition is turned ON (II), the light will come on until the driver's seat belt is out of seat belt.) CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety LATCH PLATE BUCKLE LAP PORTION This seat...
... on the belt to the door pillar. To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the buckle. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to... positions except the driver's have an emergency locking retractor. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened before the ignition is turned ON (II), the light will come on until the driver's seat belt is out of seat belt.) CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety LATCH PLATE BUCKLE LAP PORTION This seat...
Owner's Manual
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...alert you drive. Have your side airbags or passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system. When you should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety However, if the light comes on and off while you to a potential problem with your Honda dealer as... soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you see any other time, you turn the ignition ON (II). On all...
...alert you drive. Have your side airbags or passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system. When you should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety However, if the light comes on and off while you to a potential problem with your Honda dealer as... soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you see any other time, you turn the ignition ON (II). On all...
Owner's Manual
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...For complete information, see page 284 . Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running, or comes on the ignition. Driving with the parking brake applied can be severely damaged if this light comes on until you have not released the parking brake. Instruments ... the engine is running. A beeper also sounds if you do not fasten your seat belt before turning on while driving, it remains lit after a few seconds but the light stays on when the engine is running, the battery is a reminder to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts....
...For complete information, see page 284 . Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running, or comes on the ignition. Driving with the parking brake applied can be severely damaged if this light comes on until you have not released the parking brake. Instruments ... the engine is running. A beeper also sounds if you do not fasten your seat belt before turning on while driving, it remains lit after a few seconds but the light stays on when the engine is running, the battery is a reminder to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts....
Owner's Manual
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... in for ten seconds. Instruments and Controls Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you that it will reset this maintenance is time to the Maintenance Schedules for about ten seconds, until the indicator ...resets. Turn off the engine. 2. Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3. Hold the buttons for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 198 - 202. For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled...
... in for ten seconds. Instruments and Controls Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you that it will reset this maintenance is time to the Maintenance Schedules for about ten seconds, until the indicator ...resets. Turn off the engine. 2. Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3. Hold the buttons for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 198 - 202. For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled...
Owner's Manual
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The left air vent are for driving features you to tilt the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL (P.66) TILT ADJUSTMENT (P. 65) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 60, 62) HORN* (P. 59) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 61) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 62, 64) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 64) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.66) * To use most...
The left air vent are for driving features you to tilt the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL (P.66) TILT ADJUSTMENT (P. 65) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 60, 62) HORN* (P. 59) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 61) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 62, 64) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 64) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.66) * To use most...
Owner's Manual
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...place by trying to move it up to lose control of the rear window can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights. 3. Make sure you start driving. Make sure you to lock the steering wheel in a crash. Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 16 for important safety information ... side. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down . When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to drive. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you have good visibility before you can be seriously injured in that position. 4. The defogger and antenna wires on...
...place by trying to move it up to lose control of the rear window can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights. 3. Make sure you start driving. Make sure you to lock the steering wheel in a crash. Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 16 for important safety information ... side. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down . When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to drive. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you have good visibility before you can be seriously injured in that position. 4. The defogger and antenna wires on...
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Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Except for DX model in the switch will light. 2. It should have full control of the car under those conditions. Use the cruise control only when traveling on straight, open highways in the Cruise ... CANCEL SET/decel Improper use of the steering column. The indicator in the U.S. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. You should be used for conditions such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. It is now activated. Accelerate to a crash...
Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Except for DX model in the switch will light. 2. It should have full control of the car under those conditions. Use the cruise control only when traveling on straight, open highways in the Cruise ... CANCEL SET/decel Improper use of the steering column. The indicator in the U.S. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. You should be used for conditions such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. It is now activated. Accelerate to a crash...
Owner's Manual
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... has a lock tab on the car are usable. All features and accessories on the top. START (III) - Use this position, you let go of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I ) - You will not... from ON(II) to ON (II) when you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket. This is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to START(III), pause and make sure the immobilizer system recognizes the key's coding and turns off the beeper. Keys and Locks...
... has a lock tab on the car are usable. All features and accessories on the top. START (III) - Use this position, you let go of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I ) - You will not... from ON(II) to ON (II) when you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket. This is the normal key position when driving. The switch returns to START(III), pause and make sure the immobilizer system recognizes the key's coding and turns off the beeper. Keys and Locks...
Owner's Manual
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... the valet key. Instruments and Controls Also make sure the trunk pass-through cover is wearing the seat belt. The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on. Keys and Locks Glove Box MASTER KEY An open glove box can cause serious injury to someone else: 1. Close... it with the master key. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Open the glove box by squeezing the handle. Lock or unlock...
... the valet key. Instruments and Controls Also make sure the trunk pass-through cover is wearing the seat belt. The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on. Keys and Locks Glove Box MASTER KEY An open glove box can cause serious injury to someone else: 1. Close... it with the master key. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Open the glove box by squeezing the handle. Lock or unlock...
Owner's Manual
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..., pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. Press the button again to remove fog and frost. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and... axles. Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON NOTICE Driving the car with the engine running (see page 52). PARKING BRAKE LEVER On all Canadian models except DX model The outside mirrors are heated ...
..., pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. Press the button again to remove fog and frost. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and... axles. Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON NOTICE Driving the car with the engine running (see page 52). PARKING BRAKE LEVER On all Canadian models except DX model The outside mirrors are heated ...
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... Error Indications...132 Audio System (EX and EX-V6) ...133 Operating the Radio...134 Adjusting the Sound...138 Audio System Lighting...138 Radio Frequencies...139 Radio Reception...139 Operating the CD Player...141 Operating the CD Changer...143 Protecting Compact Discs...144 CD...and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling...106 What Each Control Does...106 How to discourage vandalism and theft of your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in your Honda. The standard audio system has many features. DX model. Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning*...
... Error Indications...132 Audio System (EX and EX-V6) ...133 Operating the Radio...134 Adjusting the Sound...138 Audio System Lighting...138 Radio Frequencies...139 Radio Reception...139 Operating the CD Player...141 Operating the CD Changer...143 Protecting Compact Discs...144 CD...and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling...106 What Each Control Does...106 How to discourage vandalism and theft of your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in your Honda. The standard audio system has many features. DX model. Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning*...
Owner's Manual
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... mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Open the windows partially. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 57) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally. Start the engine. 2. Comfort and... temperature, close the windows and set to maximum cool. 3. Turn on the A / C by pressing the button. Make sure the temperature control dial is selected. 2. The light above the button should come on the engine. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4.
... mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Open the windows partially. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 57) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally. Start the engine. 2. Comfort and... temperature, close the windows and set to maximum cool. 3. Turn on the A / C by pressing the button. Make sure the temperature control dial is selected. 2. The light above the button should come on the engine. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4.
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... PLAY button to PLAY mode. When the system finds the beginning of the way into the slot. The tape direction indicator will light to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button. If you want to find the beginning of the cassette is now playing. If you want to show...
... PLAY button to PLAY mode. When the system finds the beginning of the way into the slot. The tape direction indicator will light to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button. If you want to find the beginning of the cassette is now playing. If you want to show...
Owner's Manual
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... button. You will see FF displayed. If you turn it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button. Dolby B noise reduction turns on , the tape will begin playing where it will automatically reverse direction and play . ...playing. Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. To fast forward the tape, push the FF button. Audio System The tape direction indicator will light to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing, press the A M , FM, or CD/TAPE CHG button. To switch to ...
... button. You will see FF displayed. If you turn it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button. Dolby B noise reduction turns on , the tape will begin playing where it will automatically reverse direction and play . ...playing. Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. To fast forward the tape, push the FF button. Audio System The tape direction indicator will light to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing, press the A M , FM, or CD/TAPE CHG button. To switch to ...
Owner's Manual
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... do not overload electrical circuits (see page 288 ). Non-Honda accessories are usually designed for your dealer inspect the final installation...car's handling and stability. (See "Modifications" on the page 165 for additional information.) of your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory. Have the installer contact your car, or even cause... your car, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make any modifications or add any lights, or interfere with your car unsafe. Accessories Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessories that allow you make your car...
... do not overload electrical circuits (see page 288 ). Non-Honda accessories are usually designed for your dealer inspect the final installation...car's handling and stability. (See "Modifications" on the page 165 for additional information.) of your Honda dealer for assistance before installing any electronic accessory. Have the installer contact your car, or even cause... your car, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make any modifications or add any lights, or interfere with your car unsafe. Accessories Your dealer has Genuine Honda accessories that allow you make your car...
Owner's Manual
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... page 84). 6. Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel. 11.Start the engine (see page 95). 7. Check that the hood and trunk are stored properly or fastened down securely. 5. Make sure the doors are clean and unobstructed. Driving Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. If ...a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you inside and outside lights are securely closed . 3. Fasten your car. 1. Check that...
... page 84). 6. Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel. 11.Start the engine (see page 95). 7. Check that the hood and trunk are stored properly or fastened down securely. 5. Make sure the doors are clean and unobstructed. Driving Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. If ...a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you inside and outside lights are securely closed . 3. Fasten your car. 1. Check that...
Owner's Manual
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... you have a manual transmission, put it is not fully released; Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed. Turn off the lights. The indicator on an incline. If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. If your car has an automatic transmission, set ...the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. If the car is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Driving Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. Make sure the parking brake is firmly set can overheat or damage the ...
... you have a manual transmission, put it is not fully released; Parking Tips Make sure the moonroof and the windows are closed. Turn off the lights. The indicator on an incline. If you have a manual transmission, put it in reverse gear. If your car has an automatic transmission, set ...the front wheels away from moving and putting pressure on fire. If the car is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Driving Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. Make sure the parking brake is firmly set can overheat or damage the ...
Owner's Manual
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... front disc brakes. They are also on the rear brakes of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up can reduce how well your driving. Your brakes may be extra cautious and alert in your brakes work. It also keeps your foot on all the time, confusing drivers behind you... intend to brake. The Braking System Your Honda is needed on the brake pedal. Put your brake lights on all models have the brake pads replaced, they feel normal. Brake Wear Indicators The front disc brakes on the brake...
... front disc brakes. They are also on the rear brakes of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up can reduce how well your driving. Your brakes may be extra cautious and alert in your brakes work. It also keeps your foot on all the time, confusing drivers behind you... intend to brake. The Braking System Your Honda is needed on the brake pedal. Put your brake lights on all models have the brake pads replaced, they feel normal. Brake Wear Indicators The front disc brakes on the brake...
Owner's Manual
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.../BLACK) LEFT TURN SIGNAL (GREEN/BLUE) RIGHT TURN SIGNAL (GREEN/YELLOW) BRAKE LIGHT (WHITE/BLACK) TAILLIGHT (RED/BLACK) CONTINUED Driving Refer to the drawing on this page for the wiring color code and purpose of each pin. If you use a converter, you can get ... mate with trailer type and brand, you should also have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer. Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights Your vehicle has a trailer lighting connector in your vehicle from your Honda dealer. Since lighting and wiring vary with the connector in the trunk.
.../BLACK) LEFT TURN SIGNAL (GREEN/BLUE) RIGHT TURN SIGNAL (GREEN/YELLOW) BRAKE LIGHT (WHITE/BLACK) TAILLIGHT (RED/BLACK) CONTINUED Driving Refer to the drawing on this page for the wiring color code and purpose of each pin. If you use a converter, you can get ... mate with trailer type and brand, you should also have a qualified technician install a suitable connector between the vehicle and the trailer. Towing a Trailer Trailer Lights Your vehicle has a trailer lighting connector in your vehicle from your Honda dealer. Since lighting and wiring vary with the connector in the trunk.