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Your Vehicle at a Glance POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.84) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.86) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.106) TAILGATE RELEASE (P.75) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.142) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.141) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.98)
Your Vehicle at a Glance POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.84) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.86) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.106) TAILGATE RELEASE (P.75) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.142) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.141) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.98)
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models Canadian models DASHBOARD U.S. models only SUN VISOR U.S. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. models RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety HOOD U.S. models Canadian models SUN VISOR U.S. Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury.
models Canadian models DASHBOARD U.S. models only SUN VISOR U.S. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. models RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety HOOD U.S. models Canadian models SUN VISOR U.S. Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury.
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Control Locations POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.84) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.86) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.106) TAILGATE RELEASE (P.75) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.142) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.141) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.98) Instruments and Controls
Control Locations POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.84) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.86) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.106) TAILGATE RELEASE (P.75) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.142) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.141) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.98) Instruments and Controls
Owner's Manual
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... or packages. You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how to your Honda, you . The information in Period...140 Gasoline...140 Service Station Procedures ...141 Filling the Fuel Tank...141 Opening the Hood...142 Oil Check...143 Engine Coolant Check...144 Fuel Economy...145 Vehicle Condition...145 Driving Habits...
... or packages. You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how to your Honda, you . The information in Period...140 Gasoline...140 Service Station Procedures ...141 Filling the Fuel Tank...141 Opening the Hood...142 Oil Check...143 Engine Coolant Check...144 Fuel Economy...145 Vehicle Condition...145 Driving Habits...
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...to the left corner of center. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the hood to the right of the dashboard. The hood will pop up until you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle, or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring ... mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page 213). 1. Push this handle up slightly. 2. Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH If you feel the hood latch handle. Standing in front of the vehicle, put your hand to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake. Lift ...
...to the left corner of center. Pull the hood release handle located under the front edge of the hood to the right of the dashboard. The hood will pop up until you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle, or the hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring ... mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page 213). 1. Push this handle up slightly. 2. Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH If you feel the hood latch handle. Standing in front of the vehicle, put your hand to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake. Lift ...
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Pull the support rod out of its holding clip. Wipe the dipstick with fuel. CONTINUED Before Driving To close the hood, lift it up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it is securely latched. Check the engine oil level every time ...you check the oil. 1. After closing the hood, make sure it drop. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the vehicle with a clean cloth or paper towel. Put the...
Pull the support rod out of its holding clip. Wipe the dipstick with fuel. CONTINUED Before Driving To close the hood, lift it up slightly to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it is securely latched. Check the engine oil level every time ...you check the oil. 1. After closing the hood, make sure it drop. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the vehicle with a clean cloth or paper towel. Put the...
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... 64). 8. Fasten your vehicle. 1. Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 77 ). 6. Make sure the doors are clean and unobstructed. Check that the hood and tailgate are stored properly or fastened clown securely. 5. Driving Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel. 11.Start the engine (see page 154...
... 64). 8. Fasten your vehicle. 1. Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 77 ). 6. Make sure the doors are clean and unobstructed. Check that the hood and tailgate are stored properly or fastened clown securely. 5. Driving Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel. 11.Start the engine (see page 154...
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... Differential Fluid...209 Brake and Clutch Fluid...210 Brake System...210 Clutch System...211 Power Steering...211 Air Cleaner Element...212 Hood Latch...213 Spark Plugs...213 Replacement...213 Specifications...214 Battery...215 Wiper Blades...217 Air Conditioning System...219 Air Conditioning Filter......220 Drive Belts...220 Timing Belt...221 Tires...221 Inflation...221 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions...
... Differential Fluid...209 Brake and Clutch Fluid...210 Brake System...210 Clutch System...211 Power Steering...211 Air Cleaner Element...212 Hood Latch...213 Spark Plugs...213 Replacement...213 Specifications...214 Battery...215 Wiper Blades...217 Air Conditioning System...219 Air Conditioning Filter......220 Drive Belts...220 Timing Belt...221 Tires...221 Inflation...221 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions...
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... have this service. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from underneath the vehicle. Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap. Install a new oil filter according to instructions that can damage your Honda dealer) is required to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Run...
... have this service. Remove the oil drain bolt and washer from underneath the vehicle. Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap. Install a new oil filter according to instructions that can damage your Honda dealer) is required to the time and distance (miles/kilometers) recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Run...
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Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Turn the heater temperature control dial fully clockwise. CONTINUED Maintenance Cooling System Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should have the tools and ... ignition ON (II). Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the vehicle. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Open the hood. The coolant will drain through the splash guard. DRAIN BOLT DRAIN PLUG 1. Remove the radiator cap. 4. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of...
Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Turn the heater temperature control dial fully clockwise. CONTINUED Maintenance Cooling System Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should have the tools and ... ignition ON (II). Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the vehicle. Remove the drain bolt and washer from the engine block. Open the hood. The coolant will drain through the splash guard. DRAIN BOLT DRAIN PLUG 1. Remove the radiator cap. 4. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of...
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... pulling it with a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark plug socket. Replacement SPARK PLUG CAP Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it straight out. 3. Hood Latch, Spark Plugs Hood Latch Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your Honda dealer. 1. Clean up any dirt and oil around the spark plug caps. 2.
... pulling it with a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark plug socket. Replacement SPARK PLUG CAP Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it straight out. 3. Hood Latch, Spark Plugs Hood Latch Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your Honda dealer. 1. Clean up any dirt and oil around the spark plug caps. 2.
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... aim if you normally cany. HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE 3. Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjustment indicators. Park the vehicle on the gauge. Open the hood. 4. Pull the inner fender off (see page 233). 5. To check these settings: 1. Check the horizontal angle gauge. Lights Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed...
... aim if you normally cany. HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE 3. Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjustment indicators. Park the vehicle on the gauge. Open the hood. 4. Pull the inner fender off (see page 233). 5. To check these settings: 1. Check the horizontal angle gauge. Lights Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed...
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... or hard objects. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on each side. Remove the rubber weather seal by squeezing the connector on the tab. Maintenance Open the hood. 2. Remove the electrical connector from contact with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Pull the connector straight off. 3. NOTICE Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when...
... or hard objects. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on each side. Remove the rubber weather seal by squeezing the connector on the tab. Maintenance Open the hood. 2. Remove the electrical connector from contact with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Pull the connector straight off. 3. NOTICE Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when...
Owner's Manual
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Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze. You cannot start a Honda with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture. 2. Attempting to start with an automatic transmission by using a booster battery. Turn off all sparks, open flames...Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Although this seems like ice, do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Open the hood and check the physical condition of the Unexpected In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. To jump start your vehicle's battery has...
Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze. You cannot start a Honda with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture. 2. Attempting to start with an automatic transmission by using a booster battery. Turn off all sparks, open flames...Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Although this seems like ice, do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby. Open the hood and check the physical condition of the Unexpected In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. To jump start your vehicle's battery has...
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... the side of the road. Taking Care of the Unexpected In either case, you do not see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood. If it does, wait until you are driving up a long steep hill on the hazard warning indicators. 2. Turn off the engine. 5. If the high heat... you may go higher if you see steam or spray coming out. 1. It may see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood if steam is due to overloading (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the temperature gauge pointer at the red mark, turn off the...
... the side of the road. Taking Care of the Unexpected In either case, you do not see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood. If it does, wait until you are driving up a long steep hill on the hazard warning indicators. 2. Turn off the engine. 5. If the high heat... you may go higher if you see steam or spray coming out. 1. It may see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood if steam is due to overloading (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the temperature gauge pointer at the red mark, turn off the...
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... off the engine. It should never come on when the engine is a mechanical problem that needs to the full mark on page 273 .) 1. Open the hood and check the oil level (see page 197). 4. Taking Care of the Unexpected 2. Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine as soon...
... off the engine. It should never come on when the engine is a mechanical problem that needs to the full mark on page 273 .) 1. Open the hood and check the oil level (see page 197). 4. Taking Care of the Unexpected 2. Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine as soon...
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... have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. Taking Care of its hinges. It is in two or three fuse boxes. Fuses UNDER-HOOD TAB INTERIOR ABS FUSE BOX All the electrical circuits in your vehicle have a third fuse box for the ABS. The interior fuse box is located... are located in the engine compartment on the driver's side. push the tab as shown. To open it straight out of the Unexpected The under-hood fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the passenger's side.
... have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. Taking Care of its hinges. It is in two or three fuse boxes. Fuses UNDER-HOOD TAB INTERIOR ABS FUSE BOX All the electrical circuits in your vehicle have a third fuse box for the ABS. The interior fuse box is located... are located in the engine compartment on the driver's side. push the tab as shown. To open it straight out of the Unexpected The under-hood fuse box is underneath the dashboard on the passenger's side.
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Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. 4. CONTINUED Taking Care of the large fuses in the under -hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Turn the ignition switch to ... the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that a blown fuse is a blown fuse. Check the smaller fuses in the under -hood fuse box by pulling out each of the Unexpected Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that component. Fuses Checking and Replacing...
Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screwdriver. 4. CONTINUED Taking Care of the large fuses in the under -hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Turn the ignition switch to ... the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that a blown fuse is a blown fuse. Check the smaller fuses in the under -hood fuse box by pulling out each of the Unexpected Make sure the headlights and all the fuses before deciding that component. Fuses Checking and Replacing...
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Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX (For some types) Taking Care of the Unexpected
Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX (For some types) Taking Care of the Unexpected
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... Box...77 Head Restraints...79 Healing and Cooling...98 High Altitude, Starting at...155 High-Low Beam Switch ...60 High-mount Brake Light...237 Hood Latch...213 Hood, Opening the...142 Horn...59 Hot Coolant, Warning about...201 Hydraulic Clutch...211 Hydroplaning...169 Normal Driving...222 Inside Mirror...85 Inspection, Tire...223...
... Box...77 Head Restraints...79 Healing and Cooling...98 High Altitude, Starting at...155 High-Low Beam Switch ...60 High-mount Brake Light...237 Hood Latch...213 Hood, Opening the...142 Horn...59 Hot Coolant, Warning about...201 Hydraulic Clutch...211 Hydroplaning...169 Normal Driving...222 Inside Mirror...85 Inspection, Tire...223...