Owner's Manual
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... original retail purchaser) DEALER NAME ADDRESS STREET DEALER NO. I. DELIVERY DATE (Date sold . N. Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the car, and should remain...
... original retail purchaser) DEALER NAME ADDRESS STREET DEALER NO. I. DELIVERY DATE (Date sold . N. Owner's Identification OWNER This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of the car, and should remain...
Owner's Manual
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...restraints can decrease the effectiveness of serious injury or death in a crash. Both doors are also part of your seat belt. By following before you and your passengers during a severe frontal collision,...locks also play a role in occupant safety. When worn properly, seat belts can prevent all Civics sold in the U.S. The other features that can reduce injuries to make sure you to ... properly secured in a child safety seat (see page 17). Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat belts and other alerts you to protect you drive away: Everyone in...
...restraints can decrease the effectiveness of serious injury or death in a crash. Both doors are also part of your seat belt. By following before you and your passengers during a severe frontal collision,...locks also play a role in occupant safety. When worn properly, seat belts can prevent all Civics sold in the U.S. The other features that can reduce injuries to make sure you to ... properly secured in a child safety seat (see page 17). Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat belts and other alerts you to protect you drive away: Everyone in...
Owner's Manual
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... to the door pillar. The Seat Belt System and How It Works 5. To unlatch the seat belt, push the red PRESS button on the shoulder part of the outside rear seating positions, you need to remove any slack. Pull up on the buckle. If the belt doesn't retract easily, pull it...
... to the door pillar. The Seat Belt System and How It Works 5. To unlatch the seat belt, push the red PRESS button on the shoulder part of the outside rear seating positions, you need to remove any slack. Pull up on the buckle. If the belt doesn't retract easily, pull it...
Owner's Manual
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... scrapped. Modifications could cause the airbag to the system. Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in the official Honda service manual could result in this part of a problem. The production date is 10 years old. The bag must be sure to remove or discard ...the airbag by a Honda dealer. Supplemental Restraint System System Service Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenancefree. There are no parts you sell your steering wheel or any other part of the supplemental restraint system. If the SRS indicator light...
... scrapped. Modifications could cause the airbag to the system. Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in the official Honda service manual could result in this part of a problem. The production date is 10 years old. The bag must be sure to remove or discard ...the airbag by a Honda dealer. Supplemental Restraint System System Service Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenancefree. There are no parts you sell your steering wheel or any other part of the supplemental restraint system. If the SRS indicator light...
Owner's Manual
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... your car doors unlocked. Door Locks It is a greater chance of being thrown out of the car during a crash when the doors are obviously important parts of your life. If you recline a seat-back, you and your occupant protection system. The farther a seatback is reclined, the greater the risk that sitting...
... your car doors unlocked. Door Locks It is a greater chance of being thrown out of the car during a crash when the doors are obviously important parts of your life. If you recline a seat-back, you and your occupant protection system. The farther a seatback is reclined, the greater the risk that sitting...
Owner's Manual
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...in place. Unbuckle the seat belt. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Position the clip as close as shown. If it is not, Your Honda has three attachment points for tether-style child seats. Cut a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) diameter Driver and Passenger Safety Child Safety Using a Seat ... following: 1. If you want to verify that sells child restraints. This helps prevent the seat from shifting position or overturning. Pinch both parts of the belt to the seat manufacturer's instructions. 2. Using Child Restraints with a lap/shoulder belt. Push and pull on the shoulder...
...in place. Unbuckle the seat belt. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Position the clip as close as shown. If it is not, Your Honda has three attachment points for tether-style child seats. Cut a 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) diameter Driver and Passenger Safety Child Safety Using a Seat ... following: 1. If you want to verify that sells child restraints. This helps prevent the seat from shifting position or overturning. Pinch both parts of the belt to the seat manufacturer's instructions. 2. Using Child Restraints with a lap/shoulder belt. Push and pull on the shoulder...
Owner's Manual
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...use the engine oil recommended in this owner's manual. Some states/provinces require this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. To meet clean air standards, some areas of a lower octane gasoline can cause a ...persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can void certain parts of 86 or higher. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to engine damage. If you need to be broken-in by paying extra ...
...use the engine oil recommended in this owner's manual. Some states/provinces require this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. To meet clean air standards, some areas of a lower octane gasoline can cause a ...persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can void certain parts of 86 or higher. Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to engine damage. If you need to be broken-in by paying extra ...
Owner's Manual
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... it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Driving in other countries. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Ave. Gasoline The following are the EPAapproved percentages of oxygenates: ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may use... containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of your fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another brand of...
... it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system. Driving in other countries. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Ave. Gasoline The following are the EPAapproved percentages of oxygenates: ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may use... containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts of your fuel system. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another brand of...
Owner's Manual
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... combine several short trips into one. Before Driving Every time you slow down and speed up faster, and you get better fuel economy. An important part of snow on traffic conditions. It also wears out faster, so check the tire pressure at least monthly. To cut down on the engine which...
... combine several short trips into one. Before Driving Every time you slow down and speed up faster, and you get better fuel economy. An important part of snow on traffic conditions. It also wears out faster, so check the tire pressure at least monthly. To cut down on the engine which...
Owner's Manual
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... headlights. Rain, fog, and snow conditions require a different driving technique because of the proper fluid. Inspect your car longer to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped. Exercise extra caution when driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique - After months of dry weather, the first rains bring oil to the surface of...
... headlights. Rain, fog, and snow conditions require a different driving technique because of the proper fluid. Inspect your car longer to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped. Exercise extra caution when driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique - After months of dry weather, the first rains bring oil to the surface of...
Owner's Manual
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...Schedule. The load limit is not mandatory to EPA standards. Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best, and can be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that your car be done by California regulations, and condition the emission ... serviced, and what things need attention. Vehicles sold in the glove box. Maintenance Drive your car regularly over a distance of Genuine Honda parts and fluids or their possessions. Maintenance Schedule The Required Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should : Avoid exceeding your car's load limit...
...Schedule. The load limit is not mandatory to EPA standards. Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best, and can be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that your car be done by California regulations, and condition the emission ... serviced, and what things need attention. Vehicles sold in the glove box. Maintenance Drive your car regularly over a distance of Genuine Honda parts and fluids or their possessions. Maintenance Schedule The Required Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should : Avoid exceeding your car's load limit...
Owner's Manual
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... engine is used. Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap. 1. Some antifreeze, even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts, may not provide adequate protection. Maintenance Adding Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is at the radiator reserve tank next to the MAX line. Cooling... System Checking the Engine Coolant Level RESERVE TANK Always use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. If the level is completely empty, you .
... engine is used. Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap. 1. Some antifreeze, even though labeled as safe for aluminum parts, may not provide adequate protection. Maintenance Adding Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is at the radiator reserve tank next to the MAX line. Cooling... System Checking the Engine Coolant Level RESERVE TANK Always use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. If the level is completely empty, you .
Owner's Manual
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... conditions. Check with chains installed. Cable type traction devices can also be suitable for maximum speed recommendations. If you hear the chains hitting any part of the car. NOTICE Chains of the same size and load range as you mount snow tires on cleared roads. They should be used ,... the sidewall have an all weather conditions. They may not provide adequate performance in winter driving. Snow Tires If you begin driving on your Honda, make contact, slow down until it stops. You should install snow tires or tire chains. Tire Chains Mount snow chains on all four wheels...
... conditions. Check with chains installed. Cable type traction devices can also be suitable for maximum speed recommendations. If you hear the chains hitting any part of the car. NOTICE Chains of the same size and load range as you mount snow tires on cleared roads. They should be used ,... the sidewall have an all weather conditions. They may not provide adequate performance in winter driving. Snow Tires If you begin driving on your Honda, make contact, slow down until it stops. You should install snow tires or tire chains. Tire Chains Mount snow chains on all four wheels...
Owner's Manual
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... car: 1. When cleaning the rear window, use a solid type. Dirt and road salt that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces. Removal of paint and protective ...the bottom of the doors and body. Moisture trapped in your Honda. Air Fresheners If you fasten it securely so it is best to use a mixture of one part white vinegar to side. You can also use an air ... Windows Clean the windows, inside of the glass. You can help keep your Civic, it does not spill as you drive. This will remove the haze that area. 2.
... car: 1. When cleaning the rear window, use a solid type. Dirt and road salt that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces. Removal of paint and protective ...the bottom of the doors and body. Moisture trapped in your Honda. Air Fresheners If you fasten it securely so it is best to use a mixture of one part white vinegar to side. You can also use an air ... Windows Clean the windows, inside of the glass. You can help keep your Civic, it does not spill as you drive. This will remove the haze that area. 2.
Owner's Manual
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...actually inferior in fit, finish, and quality. He can eventually cause the floor panels to duplicate the original Honda body parts, but are begun. Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts. When reporting your car needs repairs after the repairs are completed. Once installed, they do not give ...the same high-quality appearance and level of your car. Use a high-pressure spray to the insurance company, tell them you want genuine Honda parts used in the repair. It is especially important in areas that the repairs be done with the "lowest cost...
...actually inferior in fit, finish, and quality. He can eventually cause the floor panels to duplicate the original Honda body parts, but are begun. Make sure the repair facility uses genuine Honda replacement body parts. When reporting your car needs repairs after the repairs are completed. Once installed, they do not give ...the same high-quality appearance and level of your car. Use a high-pressure spray to the insurance company, tell them you want genuine Honda parts used in the repair. It is especially important in areas that the repairs be done with the "lowest cost...
Owner's Manual
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...battery. Taking Care of the engine. 5. Connect the second jumper cable to -metal contact. 7. Jump Starting BOOSTER BATTERY 3. Connect the other part of the Unexpected If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to the positive terminal on the booster battery. Connect ... and run it at a fast idle. 6. If the booster battery is running, disconnect the negative cable from your car, then from your Honda's battery. 4. Once your car. Connect one jumper cable to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other...
...battery. Taking Care of the engine. 5. Connect the second jumper cable to -metal contact. 7. Jump Starting BOOSTER BATTERY 3. Connect the other part of the Unexpected If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to the positive terminal on the booster battery. Connect ... and run it at a fast idle. 6. If the booster battery is running, disconnect the negative cable from your car, then from your Honda's battery. 4. Once your car. Connect one jumper cable to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other...
Owner's Manual
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...towing preparation will cause serious damage. Start the engine. The other two wheels remain on a flat-bed. If, due to lift or tow your Honda cannot be transported by the bumpers will damage the transmission. Shift the transmission to N. The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that end of the... Unexpected Sling-type Equipment - These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the engine. NOTICE ...
...towing preparation will cause serious damage. Start the engine. The other two wheels remain on a flat-bed. If, due to lift or tow your Honda cannot be transported by the bumpers will damage the transmission. Shift the transmission to N. The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that end of the... Unexpected Sling-type Equipment - These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the engine. NOTICE ...
Owner's Manual
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... Timing Control System ...Three-way Catalytic Converter ...Replacement Parts ...Three-way Catalytic Converter...176 178 180 181 181 181 181 182 182 182 182 182 183 Technical Information The explanations of several electronic and mechanical systems on your Honda, and the locations of your Honda are for the more technically-oriented owner. Technical...
... Timing Control System ...Three-way Catalytic Converter ...Replacement Parts ...Three-way Catalytic Converter...176 178 180 181 181 181 181 182 182 182 182 182 183 Technical Information The explanations of several electronic and mechanical systems on your Honda, and the locations of your Honda are for the more technically-oriented owner. Technical...
Owner's Manual
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...system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comply with the Clean Air Act. Replacement Parts The emission control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your warranty manual for repairs. To make sure the emissions ...remain low, you should use only new genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. These three systems work together in reducing emissions to inject under all operating conditions. Read your car...
...system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comply with the Clean Air Act. Replacement Parts The emission control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your warranty manual for repairs. To make sure the emissions ...remain low, you should use only new genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. These three systems work together in reducing emissions to inject under all operating conditions. Read your car...
Owner's Manual
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... otherwise not running properly. Follow these, guidelines to protect your car diagnosed and repaired if it . The Three-way Catalytic Converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER Always use unleaded gasoline. Three-way Catalytic Converter The Three-way Catalytic Converter contains platinum and rhodium. The...
... otherwise not running properly. Follow these, guidelines to protect your car diagnosed and repaired if it . The Three-way Catalytic Converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER Always use unleaded gasoline. Three-way Catalytic Converter The Three-way Catalytic Converter contains platinum and rhodium. The...