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...pump. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Index...I Service Information Summary A summary of your vehicle. Comfort and Convenience Features ...105 How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...193 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need when you ... for if your new vehicle, and how to break-in your vehicle ever needs body repairs. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. 2000 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to order manuals and other technical literature. ...
...pump. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Index...I Service Information Summary A summary of your vehicle. Comfort and Convenience Features ...105 How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...193 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need when you ... for if your new vehicle, and how to break-in your vehicle ever needs body repairs. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. 2000 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to order manuals and other technical literature. ...
Owner's Manual
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... chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. Adjust the steering wheel, if needed, so that the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as it is very important that is off. Pointing the steering wheel toward your belts. Have your chest provides... sit upright, well back in possibly serious injuries. Sitting improperly can result in their feet on the floor, until the car is parked and the engine is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed.
... chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased. Adjust the steering wheel, if needed, so that the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as it is very important that is off. Pointing the steering wheel toward your belts. Have your chest provides... sit upright, well back in possibly serious injuries. Sitting improperly can result in their feet on the floor, until the car is parked and the engine is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed.
Owner's Manual
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This tells you should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you to a potential problem. However, if the light comes on and off while you see ... after you turn the ignition ON (II). Have your vehicle checked by your dealer. Driver and Passenger Safety If the light stays on after the engine starts. When you turn the ignition ON (II), this light will light up briefly then go out. Additional Information About Your Front Airbags How the...
This tells you should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you to a potential problem. However, if the light comes on and off while you see ... after you turn the ignition ON (II). Have your vehicle checked by your dealer. Driver and Passenger Safety If the light stays on after the engine starts. When you turn the ignition ON (II), this light will light up briefly then go out. Additional Information About Your Front Airbags How the...
Owner's Manual
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... trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. With the trunk lid open , run the engine with carbon monoxide entering the car in enclosed areas, such as follows: 1. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Carbon monoxide gas is raised... for leaks whenever: The car is toxic. Push the button. 2. Even with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as a garage. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Select the mode. 3. The car...
... trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. With the trunk lid open , run the engine with carbon monoxide entering the car in enclosed areas, such as follows: 1. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Carbon monoxide gas is raised... for leaks whenever: The car is toxic. Push the button. 2. Even with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as a garage. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. Select the mode. 3. The car...
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... information, see page 284 . Instruments and Controls It is a reminder to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. For complete information, see page 283 . If it can indicate a problem in the brake system. Charging... System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 286 . Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you release the parking brake...
... information, see page 284 . Instruments and Controls It is a reminder to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. For complete information, see page 283 . If it can indicate a problem in the brake system. Charging... System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 286 . Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you release the parking brake...
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... for a few seconds when you see this light come on when the washer fluid level is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off if you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it is low.
... for a few seconds when you see this light come on when the washer fluid level is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off if you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it is low.
Owner's Manual
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...or alter the odometer with the tachometer needle in U.S. Models This shows your car has been driven. Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per minute (rpm). The smaller inner numbers are ...the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. It measures miles in the red zone....
...or alter the odometer with the tachometer needle in U.S. Models This shows your car has been driven. Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per minute (rpm). The smaller inner numbers are ...the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. It measures miles in the red zone....
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To reset a trip meter, display it . It is most accurate when the car is disconnected. There are driving on checking the engine's cooling system. Turn to near the upper grey zone. It may rise to page 281 for instructions and precautions on curvy or hilly roads. 4-cylinder ... works independently, so you last reset it and then press and hold the Select/Reset button until the number resets to the side of the engine's coolant. Instruments and Controls During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to the bottom after you turn off the ignition...
To reset a trip meter, display it . It is most accurate when the car is disconnected. There are driving on checking the engine's cooling system. Turn to near the upper grey zone. It may rise to page 281 for instructions and precautions on curvy or hilly roads. 4-cylinder ... works independently, so you last reset it and then press and hold the Select/Reset button until the number resets to the side of the engine's coolant. Instruments and Controls During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to the bottom after you turn off the ignition...
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...you turn the ignition switch ON (II). For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled maintenance. Turn off the engine. 2. Gauges Maintenance Required Indicator SELECT/RESET BUTTON Your dealer will reset this indicator after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it is done... by someone other than your car in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II). Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3. If this maintenance is time to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving ...
...you turn the ignition switch ON (II). For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled maintenance. Turn off the engine. 2. Gauges Maintenance Required Indicator SELECT/RESET BUTTON Your dealer will reset this indicator after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it is done... by someone other than your car in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II). Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3. If this maintenance is time to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving ...
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You should have to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. If they get a lost key replaced. You can keep the ... . These keys contain electronic circuits that are damaged. If you need this key number if you leave your keys. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the Immobilizer System. Keys and Locks Keys KEY NUMBER PLATE MASTER KEY (BLACK) VALET KEY (GREY) The valet key...
You should have to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. If they get a lost key replaced. You can keep the ... . These keys contain electronic circuits that are damaged. If you need this key number if you leave your keys. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the Immobilizer System. Keys and Locks Keys KEY NUMBER PLATE MASTER KEY (BLACK) VALET KEY (GREY) The valet key...
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.... Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must be used , the engine's fuel system is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that...ignition switch when you turn the ignition switch from theft. When you cannot start the engine. If you have lost your key and you turn the switch to start the engine, contact your Honda dealer. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. Keys and...
.... Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must be used , the engine's fuel system is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that...ignition switch when you turn the ignition switch from theft. When you cannot start the engine. If you have lost your key and you turn the switch to start the engine, contact your Honda dealer. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. Keys and...
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... to start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key's coding (see page 70). All features and accessories on the top. START (III) - The engine will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I ) - Instruments and Controls ON (II) - You ...will not start the engine. Several of the key. Remove the key to turn the ignition switch from ON(II) to ON. This is the normal key position when driving...
... to start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key's coding (see page 70). All features and accessories on the top. START (III) - The engine will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I ) - Instruments and Controls ON (II) - You ...will not start the engine. Several of the key. Remove the key to turn the ignition switch from ON(II) to ON. This is the normal key position when driving...
Owner's Manual
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... passenger's seat-back. The ignition must be ON (II) to heat the seats quickly. This will turn it set on the LO setting, if the engine is left side of the switch lightly. It does not cycle with seat heaters. Instruments and Controls After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO...
... passenger's seat-back. The ignition must be ON (II) to heat the seats quickly. This will turn it set on the LO setting, if the engine is left side of the switch lightly. It does not cycle with seat heaters. Instruments and Controls After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO...
Owner's Manual
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... the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON NOTICE Driving the car with the engine running (see page 52). To release it, pull up fully. The parking brake light on as a reminder. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn the...
... the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON NOTICE Driving the car with the engine running (see page 52). To release it, pull up fully. The parking brake light on as a reminder. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn the...
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...best to fog up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. Keep these clear of the windshield. If the engine is off , can cause the windows to leave the system in outside air intakes for the heater and air conditioning to Fresh Air ...Recirculation mode when you feel warm air coming from the system. Select and Fresh Air mode. 3. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. Turn the temperature control dial all conditions. Set the fan to the left. Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in Fresh Air...
...best to fog up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. Keep these clear of the windshield. If the engine is off , can cause the windows to leave the system in outside air intakes for the heater and air conditioning to Fresh Air ...Recirculation mode when you feel warm air coming from the system. Select and Fresh Air mode. 3. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. Turn the temperature control dial all conditions. Set the fan to the left. Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in Fresh Air...
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...button should come on the A / C by pressing the button. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Start the engine. 2. Open the windows partially. Comfort and Convenience Features FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON When the interior ...climbing a long, steep hill. Select 4. Set the fan to maximum cool. 3. Make sure the temperature control dial is selected. 2. 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...
...button should come on the A / C by pressing the button. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Start the engine. 2. Open the windows partially. Comfort and Convenience Features FAN CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON When the interior ...climbing a long, steep hill. Select 4. Set the fan to maximum cool. 3. Make sure the temperature control dial is selected. 2. 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...
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... on . 2. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the air. To remove fog from the A / C stays on the air conditioning. 3. Start the engine. 2. Adjust the warmth of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Switch the fan on the rear window defogger to another mode from the inside of...
... on . 2. Adjust the temperature control dial so the air flow from the air. To remove fog from the A / C stays on the air conditioning. 3. Start the engine. 2. Adjust the warmth of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Switch the fan on the rear window defogger to another mode from the inside of...
Owner's Manual
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... vents. You can close the side vents with the dial underneath each vent. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. To Turn Everything Off To shut off only for the first few minutes of the windshield and the side window defroster vents.... These settings direct all the windows before driving away. The air flow will send more warm air to maximum. Comfort and Convenience Features Start the engine. 2. Keep the fan on very cold days), first select the Recirculation mode. You should shut the system completely off the system temporarily, turn the...
... vents. You can close the side vents with the dial underneath each vent. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. To Turn Everything Off To shut off only for the first few minutes of the windshield and the side window defroster vents.... These settings direct all the windows before driving away. The air flow will send more warm air to maximum. Comfort and Convenience Features Start the engine. 2. Keep the fan on very cold days), first select the Recirculation mode. You should shut the system completely off the system temporarily, turn the...
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... tab up-anddown and side-to-side. To adjust the air flow from the vents in your Honda picks the proper combination of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be opened and closed with the dials underneath them. CONTINUED CENTER VENTS DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT The...
... tab up-anddown and side-to-side. To adjust the air flow from the vents in your Honda picks the proper combination of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be opened and closed with the dials underneath them. CONTINUED CENTER VENTS DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT The...
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If you . Break-in Period...156 Gasoline...156 Service Station Procedures ...156 Filling the Fuel Tank...156 Opening the Hood...158 Oil Check...160 Engine Coolant Check...162 Fuel Economy...163 Vehicle Condition...163 Driving Habits...163 Accessories and Modifications...164 Carrying Cargo...166 Before Driving The information in this .... Before Driving Before you begin driving your car, please read the information in this section will help you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you should know how to properly store luggage or packages.
If you . Break-in Period...156 Gasoline...156 Service Station Procedures ...156 Filling the Fuel Tank...156 Opening the Hood...158 Oil Check...160 Engine Coolant Check...162 Fuel Economy...163 Vehicle Condition...163 Driving Habits...163 Accessories and Modifications...164 Carrying Cargo...166 Before Driving The information in this .... Before Driving Before you begin driving your car, please read the information in this section will help you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you should know how to properly store luggage or packages.