Owner's Manual
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... or the ability to Know About Airbags. Additional Information About Your SRS After a crash, you should have the system checked by your dealer. Owners How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the booklet titled SRS: What You Need to steer or operate other time, or does not ... ON (II). U.S. After inflating, the airbags immediately deflate, so they see what looks like smoke. Canadian Owners For additional information on after the engine starts. This is safe to alert you turn the ignition ON (II), this occurs, get out of a second, so fast that most occupants...
... or the ability to Know About Airbags. Additional Information About Your SRS After a crash, you should have the system checked by your dealer. Owners How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the booklet titled SRS: What You Need to steer or operate other time, or does not ... ON (II). U.S. After inflating, the airbags immediately deflate, so they see what looks like smoke. Canadian Owners For additional information on after the engine starts. This is safe to alert you turn the ignition ON (II), this occurs, get out of a second, so fast that most occupants...
Owner's Manual
Page 45
... belt, the beeper will stop after you and your seat belt before turning on the ignition. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running , or if it comes on until you fasten your passenger to fasten the seat belts. U.S. If you do...on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to check the parking brake. It is a reminder to give you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is not being charged. For complete information, see page 234 . It flashes...
... belt, the beeper will stop after you and your seat belt before turning on the ignition. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running , or if it comes on until you fasten your passenger to fasten the seat belts. U.S. If you do...on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to check the parking brake. It is a reminder to give you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is not being charged. For complete information, see page 234 . It flashes...
Owner's Manual
Page 46
... on again while driving, take the car to steer. If it comes on at any other time, it checked. Trunk-open Indicator This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off , making ...the car harder to your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. If it checked. With the light on at any other time, there is turned off after the engine starts. U.S. Instruments and Controls 45 Reset the system by restarting the...
... on again while driving, take the car to steer. If it comes on at any other time, it checked. Trunk-open Indicator This light comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off , making ...the car harder to your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. If it checked. With the light on at any other time, there is turned off after the engine starts. U.S. Instruments and Controls 45 Reset the system by restarting the...
Owner's Manual
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... every day before you inside and outside lights are fully closed and locked. 8. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 78 ). 7. Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel. 10.Start the engine (see page 137 ). 11.Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 15 ). 9. Check that the hood and trunk are...
... every day before you inside and outside lights are fully closed and locked. 8. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 78 ). 7. Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel. 10.Start the engine (see page 137 ). 11.Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 15 ). 9. Check that the hood and trunk are...
Owner's Manual
Page 140
Check your brakes work. If not, apply them gently and frequently until they feel normal. Put ...a lower gear and taking your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them to brake. Heat build-up heat and reduces their effectiveness. Use the engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to stop with wet brakes, be extra ...cautious and alert in your brake lights on all the time, confusing drivers behind you apply the brakes. Do not confuse this with disc brakes at all the time. The Braking System Your Honda is needed on the brake pedal. It ...
Check your brakes work. If not, apply them gently and frequently until they feel normal. Put ...a lower gear and taking your foot on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them to brake. Heat build-up heat and reduces their effectiveness. Use the engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to stop with wet brakes, be extra ...cautious and alert in your brake lights on all the time, confusing drivers behind you apply the brakes. Do not confuse this with disc brakes at all the time. The Braking System Your Honda is needed on the brake pedal. It ...
Owner's Manual
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...how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. Maintenance Safety ...150 Important Safety Precautions .. 151 Maintenance Schedule ...152 Required Maintenance Record ...159 Owner Maintenance Checks ...161 Fluid Locations...162 Engine Oil ...163 Adding Oil...163 Recommended Oil ......Tire Wear...194 Replacing Tires and Wheels ...195 Wheels and Tires ...196 Winter Driving ...196 Snow Tires ...197 Tire Chains ...197 Lights ...198 Replacing Bulbs ...200 Storing Your Car ...208 Maintenance 149 If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex ...
...how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. Maintenance Safety ...150 Important Safety Precautions .. 151 Maintenance Schedule ...152 Required Maintenance Record ...159 Owner Maintenance Checks ...161 Fluid Locations...162 Engine Oil ...163 Adding Oil...163 Recommended Oil ......Tire Wear...194 Replacing Tires and Wheels ...195 Wheels and Tires ...196 Winter Driving ...196 Snow Tires ...197 Tire Chains ...197 Lights ...198 Replacing Bulbs ...200 Storing Your Car ...208 Maintenance 149 If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex ...
Owner's Manual
Page 153
... special driving conditions. 156 Maintenance Driving in freezing temperatures, driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip. months Replace engine oil and oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Replace air cleaner element Use normal schedule except in extremely hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions....and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody 1 : Refer to page 189 for replacement information under one or more of stop 120 192 96 U.S. ...
... special driving conditions. 156 Maintenance Driving in freezing temperatures, driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip. months Replace engine oil and oil filter Check engine oil and coolant Replace air cleaner element Use normal schedule except in extremely hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions....and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Cooling system hoses and connections Exhaust system , Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody 1 : Refer to page 189 for replacement information under one or more of stop 120 192 96 U.S. ...
Owner's Manual
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...Replace Brake fluid every 3 years (regardless of fluids, and check for each fuel stop. Service at each distance/time. Do items in A. Lubricate all lights. Inspect fuel lines and connections. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. Canadian Owners 3,750 mi/6,000 km...A. Do items in A. Do items in A. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Inspect exhaust system. Do items in A. Note: Check engine oil and coolant at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. U.S. Do items in A, B. Replace air cleaner element. Do items in ...
...Replace Brake fluid every 3 years (regardless of fluids, and check for each fuel stop. Service at each distance/time. Do items in A. Lubricate all lights. Inspect fuel lines and connections. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, only if noisy. Canadian Owners 3,750 mi/6,000 km...A. Do items in A. Do items in A. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Inspect exhaust system. Do items in A. Note: Check engine oil and coolant at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. U.S. Do items in A, B. Replace air cleaner element. Do items in ...
Owner's Manual
Page 158
... level monthly. Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See page 126 . Examine the tread for fuel. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve...
... level monthly. Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See page 126 . Examine the tread for fuel. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve...
Owner's Manual
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... light should go out within five seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, let it to : 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) 6. Improper disposal of the used oil properly. Do not discard it in a sealed container and take it sit for several minutes and check ...the drain bolt and oil filter for several minutes, then check the oil level. Put a new washer on the ground. 166 Maintenance Replace the engine oil fill cap. Let the engine run for leaks. 9. If you change capacity (including filter):...
... light should go out within five seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, let it to : 33 lbf·ft (45 N·m , 4.6 kgf·m) 6. Improper disposal of the used oil properly. Do not discard it in a sealed container and take it sit for several minutes and check ...the drain bolt and oil filter for several minutes, then check the oil level. Put a new washer on the ground. 166 Maintenance Replace the engine oil fill cap. Let the engine run for leaks. 9. If you change capacity (including filter):...
Owner's Manual
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...operating temperature. Air Conditioning System Your car's air conditioning is a sealed system. Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for at least ten minutes while you have your dealer check the system. This circulates the lubricating oil contained in the refrigerant. Whenever you are... rigerant into the atmosphere can do a couple of things to clean them . This system captures the ref rigerant f or reuse. Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to the front surface. Only use a low-pressure spray or sof t-bristle brush to make sure...
...operating temperature. Air Conditioning System Your car's air conditioning is a sealed system. Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for at least ten minutes while you have your dealer check the system. This circulates the lubricating oil contained in the refrigerant. Whenever you are... rigerant into the atmosphere can do a couple of things to clean them . This system captures the ref rigerant f or reuse. Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to the front surface. Only use a low-pressure spray or sof t-bristle brush to make sure...
Owner's Manual
Page 222
...switch or starter motor. Press the ENGINE START button, then release it is discharged. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all . Turn on page 228 . See Jump Starting on the headlights and check their brightness. If the fuses are very dim or don't light at all , or operates very ...slowly. You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all, the battery is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start the engine (see page 57 ). You ...
...switch or starter motor. Press the ENGINE START button, then release it is discharged. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all . Turn on page 228 . See Jump Starting on the headlights and check their brightness. If the fuses are very dim or don't light at all , or operates very ...slowly. You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all, the battery is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start the engine (see page 57 ). You ...
Owner's Manual
Page 223
... qualified technician to fill the tank. The low fuel level warning light may be working, so you were not reminded to find the problem. Turn the ignition switch to Starting the Engine on page 247 . See Emergency Towing on page 137 . Check the condition of the Unexpected 227 Are you using the proper... car from a booster battery (see page 228 ). If you find nothing wrong, you press the ENGINE START button, but the engine does not run. You can then try to the fuel pump. Do you have fuel? Check all the fuses (see page 183 ). Refer to ON (II) for a minute and watch the...
... qualified technician to fill the tank. The low fuel level warning light may be working, so you were not reminded to find the problem. Turn the ignition switch to Starting the Engine on page 247 . See Emergency Towing on page 137 . Check the condition of the Unexpected 227 Are you using the proper... car from a booster battery (see page 228 ). If you find nothing wrong, you press the ENGINE START button, but the engine does not run. You can then try to the fuel pump. Do you have fuel? Check all the fuses (see page 183 ). Refer to ON (II) for a minute and watch the...
Owner's Manual
Page 230
...Taking Care of f the engine as soon as you should take immediate action. 2. Open the hood and check the oil level (see page 163 ). 4. Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on the dipstick (see page 125 ). If the light does not go out ...after the engine starts. Low Oil Pressure Indicator LOW OIL ...
...Taking Care of f the engine as soon as you should take immediate action. 2. Open the hood and check the oil level (see page 163 ). 4. Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on the dipstick (see page 125 ). If the light does not go out ...after the engine starts. Low Oil Pressure Indicator LOW OIL ...
Owner's Manual
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Index Changing Oil How to ...165 When to...152 Changing a Flat Tire ...221 Changing Engine Coolant ...169 Charging System Indicator ...44, 235 Check Engine Light ...45, 236 Checklist, Before Driving ...136 Child Safety ...19 Child Seats ...22 Cleaner, Air ...178 Cleaning ...209 Aluminum Wheels ......, Fuel ...127 Emergencies on the Road...219 Battery, Jump Starting ...228 Changing a Flat Tire ...221 Charging System Indicator ...235 Checking the Fuses...241 Dipstick Engine Oil ...125 Directional Signals ...53 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ...142 Disposal of Used Oil ...166 Do Not Tow a Trailer ...147...
Index Changing Oil How to ...165 When to...152 Changing a Flat Tire ...221 Changing Engine Coolant ...169 Charging System Indicator ...44, 235 Check Engine Light ...45, 236 Checklist, Before Driving ...136 Child Safety ...19 Child Seats ...22 Cleaner, Air ...178 Cleaning ...209 Aluminum Wheels ......, Fuel ...127 Emergencies on the Road...219 Battery, Jump Starting ...228 Changing a Flat Tire ...221 Charging System Indicator ...235 Checking the Fuses...241 Dipstick Engine Oil ...125 Directional Signals ...53 Disc Brake Wear Indicators ...142 Disposal of Used Oil ...166 Do Not Tow a Trailer ...147...
Owner's Manual
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... Emergency Brake ...79 Emergency Flashers ...78 Emergency Trunk Opener ...65 Emissions Controls...258 Emissions Testing, State ...261 Engine Check Engine Light ...45, 236 Compartment, Checking in the ...124 Coolant ...126 Coolant Temperature Gauge ...47 Drive Belt...190 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...45, 236 Oil Pressure Indicator ...44, 234 Oil, What Kind ...
... Emergency Brake ...79 Emergency Flashers ...78 Emergency Trunk Opener ...65 Emissions Controls...258 Emissions Testing, State ...261 Engine Check Engine Light ...45, 236 Compartment, Checking in the ...124 Coolant ...126 Coolant Temperature Gauge ...47 Drive Belt...190 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...45, 236 Oil Pressure Indicator ...44, 234 Oil, What Kind ...
Owner's Manual
Page 269
...Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...122 Odometer ...48 Odometer, Trip ...48 Oil Change, How to ...165 Change, When to ...152 Checking Engine ...125 Pressure Indicator ...44, 234 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ...164 ON (Ignition Key Position) ...59 Opening the Trunk ...Lights, Bulb Replacement ...204 Rear View Mirror ...78 Reclining the Seat-backs ...67 Recommended Shift Speeds ...140 CONTINUED N P New Vehicle Break-in ...122 Normal Shift Speeds...140 NOTICE, Explanation of ...ii Numbers, Identification ...250 Paint Touch-up ...212 Panel Brightness Control ...52 Parking Brake ...79 Parking Lights...
...Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...122 Odometer ...48 Odometer, Trip ...48 Oil Change, How to ...165 Change, When to ...152 Checking Engine ...125 Pressure Indicator ...44, 234 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart ...164 ON (Ignition Key Position) ...59 Opening the Trunk ...Lights, Bulb Replacement ...204 Rear View Mirror ...78 Reclining the Seat-backs ...67 Recommended Shift Speeds ...140 CONTINUED N P New Vehicle Break-in ...122 Normal Shift Speeds...140 NOTICE, Explanation of ...ii Numbers, Identification ...250 Paint Touch-up ...212 Panel Brightness Control ...52 Parking Brake ...79 Parking Lights...
Owner's Manual
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...Intervals ...152 Service Manual ...269 Service Station Procedures ...123 Shifting The 6-speed Manual Transmission...139 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in ...202 Signaling Turns ...53 6-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level ...174 Shifting the ...139 Snow Tires ...197 Solvent-type Cleaners ...210 Sound System ...92 ...the SRS Indicator Works ...37 How Your Airbags Work ...35 SRS Components ...35 SRS Service...38 SRS Indicator Light ...37, 45 Starting the Engine...137 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...138 With a Dead Battery ...228 State Emissions Testing ...261 Steam Coming from...
...Intervals ...152 Service Manual ...269 Service Station Procedures ...123 Shifting The 6-speed Manual Transmission...139 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in ...202 Signaling Turns ...53 6-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level ...174 Shifting the ...139 Snow Tires ...197 Solvent-type Cleaners ...210 Sound System ...92 ...the SRS Indicator Works ...37 How Your Airbags Work ...35 SRS Components ...35 SRS Service...38 SRS Indicator Light ...37, 45 Starting the Engine...137 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...138 With a Dead Battery ...228 State Emissions Testing ...261 Steam Coming from...