Owner's Manual
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... unit must have the system serviced by a Honda dealer. How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. Have the supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible. The light comes on after the engine starts. The production date is stored near the... top of the SRS light on your instrument panel is to remove or discard the airbags by yourself...
... unit must have the system serviced by a Honda dealer. How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose of the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. Have the supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible. The light comes on after the engine starts. The production date is stored near the... top of the SRS light on your instrument panel is to remove or discard the airbags by yourself...
Owner's Manual
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... ON (II), allowing you important information about your car for the Canadian model are working. Have the dealer check your car. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to give you to see that system develops a problem. instrument panel is ...other problems. * The U.S. The instrument panel should look like the illustration. DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP/ CHECK ENGINE LIGHT* LOW FUEL INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR ...
... ON (II), allowing you important information about your car for the Canadian model are working. Have the dealer check your car. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to give you to see that system develops a problem. instrument panel is ...other problems. * The U.S. The instrument panel should look like the illustration. DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP/ CHECK ENGINE LIGHT* LOW FUEL INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR ...
Owner's Manual
Page 35
... the battery is low if it remains lit after you release the parking brake or comes on checking the engine. It should light when the ignition is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. Have your passengers to page 222 for worn pads or fluid leaks. Turn to protect yourselves by ...not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on when the ignition is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. A beeper also sounds if you and your dealer check the braking system for information about what to page 221 for instructions and precautions...
... the battery is low if it remains lit after you release the parking brake or comes on checking the engine. It should light when the ignition is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. Have your passengers to page 222 for worn pads or fluid leaks. Turn to protect yourselves by ...not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on when the ignition is ON (II) and go out after the engine starts. A beeper also sounds if you and your dealer check the braking system for information about what to page 221 for instructions and precautions...
Owner's Manual
Page 36
Lamp (6 4 cylinder models) Canada Check Engine Light (Canada 4 cylinder models) US ABS Canada Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This light comes on for diagnosis and service. If a brake light does not work when needed in the monitor display come on for information about what to do. Take the car to ... Indicator The SRS light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition ON (II) and Instruments and Controls If this display if the trunk or any other time, it checked. If it doesn't, or it comes on at any of the engine's emission control systems...
Lamp (6 4 cylinder models) Canada Check Engine Light (Canada 4 cylinder models) US ABS Canada Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator This light comes on for diagnosis and service. If a brake light does not work when needed in the monitor display come on for information about what to do. Take the car to ... Indicator The SRS light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition ON (II) and Instruments and Controls If this display if the trunk or any other time, it checked. If it doesn't, or it comes on at any of the engine's emission control systems...
Owner's Manual
Page 114
.... Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 46). 8. Start the engine (see page 35 ). Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that your seat belt. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 56). 6. Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 119 ). 12.
.... Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside mirrors (see page 46). 8. Start the engine (see page 35 ). Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that your seat belt. Fasten your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 56). 6. Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 119 ). 12.
Owner's Manual
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...connected with front disc brakes. The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with the right-rear brake, etc.). Resting your brake lights on the rear wheels may sometimes squeal or squeak when...apply the brakes. Constant application of cars equipped with the brake wear indicators. Use the engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to reduce the effort needed to brake. Brake Wear ... that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. They make a very audible "screeching". Check your brakes work. The braking system is needed on all cars have the brake pads replaced,...
...connected with front disc brakes. The Braking System Your Honda is equipped with the right-rear brake, etc.). Resting your brake lights on the rear wheels may sometimes squeal or squeak when...apply the brakes. Constant application of cars equipped with the brake wear indicators. Use the engine to assist the brakes by downshifting to reduce the effort needed to brake. Brake Wear ... that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. They make a very audible "screeching". Check your brakes work. The braking system is needed on all cars have the brake pads replaced,...
Owner's Manual
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... your Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools required to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety...138 Maintenance Schedule...140 Maintenance Record...144 Periodic Checks...146 Fluid Locations...147 Engine Oil...149 Checking Engine Oil...Tire Rotation...184 Replacing Tires and Wheels ...184 Wheels and Tires...185 Winter Driving...185 Snow Tires...186 Tire Chains...186 Lights...187 Replacing Bulbs...187 Storing Your Car...197 Maintenance See page 231 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase...
... your Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools required to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety...138 Maintenance Schedule...140 Maintenance Record...144 Periodic Checks...146 Fluid Locations...147 Engine Oil...149 Checking Engine Oil...Tire Rotation...184 Replacing Tires and Wheels ...184 Wheels and Tires...185 Winter Driving...185 Snow Tires...186 Tire Chains...186 Lights...187 Replacing Bulbs...187 Storing Your Car...197 Maintenance See page 231 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to purchase...
Owner's Manual
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... tire pressure monthly. Air conditioning - Maintenance See page 112 . Tires - Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See page 176 . See page 187. Engine oil level - Check the fluid level monthly. Periodic Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. See page 110. Automatic...
... tire pressure monthly. Air conditioning - Maintenance See page 112 . Tires - Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See page 176 . See page 187. Engine oil level - Check the fluid level monthly. Periodic Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. See page 110. Automatic...
Owner's Manual
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... be changed every 3 months or 6,000 km (3,750 miles). Let the engine run for several minutes, then check the oil level. Engine oil change your work. 8. The oil and filter should go out within five seconds. Engine Oil 7. Put it in a trash bin or dump it sit for several... US qt, 3.3 Imp qt) (US: EX, Canada: EX-R) 4.3 (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt) (US: LX V-6, EX V-6, Canada: EX V-6. Replace the engine oil fill cap. The oil pressure indicator light should be changed every 6 months or 12,000 km (7,500 miles), whichever comes first. If necessary, add oil to bring the level...
... be changed every 3 months or 6,000 km (3,750 miles). Let the engine run for several minutes, then check the oil level. Engine oil change your work. 8. The oil and filter should go out within five seconds. Engine Oil 7. Put it in a trash bin or dump it sit for several... US qt, 3.3 Imp qt) (US: EX, Canada: EX-R) 4.3 (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt) (US: LX V-6, EX V-6, Canada: EX V-6. Replace the engine oil fill cap. The oil pressure indicator light should be changed every 6 months or 12,000 km (7,500 miles), whichever comes first. If necessary, add oil to bring the level...
Owner's Manual
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These block the air flow and reduce cooling efficiency. Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for the U.S. Recharge the system with the engine at least once a week during the cold weather months. ...Releasing refrigerant into the atmosphere can do to make sure the service facility uses a refrigerant recycling system. There are driving at a steady speed with Refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a). (See Specifications on page 234.) NOTICE Whenever you can damage the environment. Use a light...
These block the air flow and reduce cooling efficiency. Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for the U.S. Recharge the system with the engine at least once a week during the cold weather months. ...Releasing refrigerant into the atmosphere can do to make sure the service facility uses a refrigerant recycling system. There are driving at a steady speed with Refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a). (See Specifications on page 234.) NOTICE Whenever you can damage the environment. Use a light...
Owner's Manual
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...'t Start...215 Nothing Happens...215 The Starter Operates Normally...216 Jump Starting...216 If Your Engine Overheats...219 Low Oil Pressure...221 Charging System Indication...222 Malfunction Indicator Lamp/ Check Engine Light...223 Closing the Moonroof...224 Fuses...225 Checking and Replacing...226 Towing...230 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the morecommon...
...'t Start...215 Nothing Happens...215 The Starter Operates Normally...216 Jump Starting...216 If Your Engine Overheats...219 Low Oil Pressure...221 Charging System Indication...222 Malfunction Indicator Lamp/ Check Engine Light...223 Closing the Moonroof...224 Fuses...225 Checking and Replacing...226 Towing...230 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the morecommon...
Owner's Manual
Page 210
...nothing . Turn the ignition switch to START (III). You can hear the starter motor operating normally, but the engine does not start up and run. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. You will not operate. Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you try...II). If the fuses are very dim or don't light at all the way to the floor or the starter will need a qualified technician to START (III): You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all . Check the condition of the engine trying to START (III), you have a manual ...
...nothing . Turn the ignition switch to START (III). You can hear the starter motor operating normally, but the engine does not start up and run. Check these things: Check the transmission interlock. You will not operate. Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you try...II). If the fuses are very dim or don't light at all the way to the floor or the starter will need a qualified technician to START (III): You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all . Check the condition of the engine trying to START (III), you have a manual ...
Owner's Manual
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... seriously injuring anyone nearby. Do you will need a qualified technician to Starting the Engine on page 230. Open the hood and check the physical condition of the electrolyte. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery (see page 225 ). You cannot start with an ...fill the tank. To jump start your car's battery has run . Keep all the electrical accessories: climate control, stereo system, lights, etc. Attempting to jump start a Honda with a frozen battery can cause it . There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to rupture or explode....
... seriously injuring anyone nearby. Do you will need a qualified technician to Starting the Engine on page 230. Open the hood and check the physical condition of the electrolyte. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery (see page 225 ). You cannot start with an ...fill the tank. To jump start your car's battery has run . Keep all the electrical accessories: climate control, stereo system, lights, etc. Attempting to jump start a Honda with a frozen battery can cause it . There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to rupture or explode....
Owner's Manual
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... or stays on the dipstick (see page 149 ). NOTICE Running the engine with the engine running . Start the engine and watch the oil pressure light. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. 2. Taking Care of the Unexpected If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to... be repaired before you can safely get the car stopped. Open the hood and check the oil level (see...
... or stays on the dipstick (see page 149 ). NOTICE Running the engine with the engine running . Start the engine and watch the oil pressure light. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. 2. Taking Care of the Unexpected If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to... be repaired before you can safely get the car stopped. Open the hood and check the oil level (see...
Owner's Manual
Page 218
... Continued operation may cause serious engine damage. If it stays on, have the dealer inspect your car if the indicator light comes on frequently, even though it can damage your car's emission controls and engine. Malfunction Indicator Lamp/Check Engine Light If this indicator comes on ...while driving, there is a problem with the malfunction indicator lamp/check engine light on, you may feel...
... Continued operation may cause serious engine damage. If it stays on, have the dealer inspect your car if the indicator light comes on frequently, even though it can damage your car's emission controls and engine. Malfunction Indicator Lamp/Check Engine Light If this indicator comes on ...while driving, there is a problem with the malfunction indicator lamp/check engine light on, you may feel...
Owner's Manual
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... Oil How to...152 When to...142 Changing a Flat Tire...209 Changing Engine Coolant...157 Charging System Indicator...36, 222 Check Engine Light...37 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid...163 Battery Condition...175 Brake Fluid...166 Clutch Fluid...167 Drive Belts...181 Engine Coolant...155 Engine Oil...149 Fuses...225 Manual Transmission Fluid ...165 Power Steering Fluid...167...
... Oil How to...152 When to...142 Changing a Flat Tire...209 Changing Engine Coolant...157 Charging System Indicator...36, 222 Check Engine Light...37 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid...163 Battery Condition...175 Brake Fluid...166 Clutch Fluid...167 Drive Belts...181 Engine Coolant...155 Engine Oil...149 Fuses...225 Manual Transmission Fluid ...165 Power Steering Fluid...167...
Owner's Manual
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......129 In Foreign Countries...107 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...221 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...223 Manually Closing Moonroof...224 Overheated Engine...219 Emergency Brake...66 Emergency Flashers...45 Emission Controls...240 Engine Belts...181 Check Eight...37, 223 Coolant Temperature Gauge ...40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...37, 223 Oil Pressure Indicator...36, 221 Oil,... Automatic Transmission ..163, 164 Economy, Fuel...113 Emergencies on the Road...207 Battery, Jump Starting...216 Changing a Flat Tire...209 Charging System Indicator...222 Check Engine Light...223 Checking the Fuses...226
......129 In Foreign Countries...107 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...221 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...223 Manually Closing Moonroof...224 Overheated Engine...219 Emergency Brake...66 Emergency Flashers...45 Emission Controls...240 Engine Belts...181 Check Eight...37, 223 Coolant Temperature Gauge ...40 Malfunction Indicator Lamp...37, 223 Oil Pressure Indicator...36, 221 Oil,... Automatic Transmission ..163, 164 Economy, Fuel...113 Emergencies on the Road...207 Battery, Jump Starting...216 Changing a Flat Tire...209 Charging System Indicator...222 Check Engine Light...223 Checking the Fuses...226
Owner's Manual
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... Filling the Fuel Tank...108 Filter Oil...152 First Gear, Shifting...121 5-speed Manual Transmission, Checking Fluid Level...165 5-speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the...121 Flashers, Hazard Warning...45 Flat Tire,...Octane Requirement...106 Tank, Filling the...108 Gas Station Procedures...108 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...40 Fuel...40 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission...123 Halogen Headlight Bulbs......187 Hazard Warning Flashers...45 Headlights...42 Daytime Running Lights...42 High Beam Indicator...38 High Beams, Turning on...42 Low Beams, ...
... Filling the Fuel Tank...108 Filter Oil...152 First Gear, Shifting...121 5-speed Manual Transmission, Checking Fluid Level...165 5-speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the...121 Flashers, Hazard Warning...45 Flat Tire,...Octane Requirement...106 Tank, Filling the...108 Gas Station Procedures...108 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...40 Fuel...40 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission...123 Halogen Headlight Bulbs......187 Hazard Warning Flashers...45 Headlights...42 Daytime Running Lights...42 High Beam Indicator...38 High Beams, Turning on...42 Low Beams, ...
Owner's Manual
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Index Reclining the Seat Backs...56 Recommended Shift Speeds ...121 Reminder Lights...35 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...168 Coolant...157 Engine Oil and Filter...152 Fuses...225 Eight Bulbs...187 Schedule...142 Spark Plugs...171, 173 Tires ...184 wiper Blades...178...Occupant Protection System...4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline...106 Odometer...39 Odometer, Trip...39 Oil Change, How to ...152 Change, When to...142 Checking Engine...149 Pressure Indicator...36 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart...151 ON (Ignition Key Position)...52 Opening the Hood...109 Operation in Foreign Countries...107 ...
Index Reclining the Seat Backs...56 Recommended Shift Speeds ...121 Reminder Lights...35 Replacement Information Air Cleaner...168 Coolant...157 Engine Oil and Filter...152 Fuses...225 Eight Bulbs...187 Schedule...142 Spark Plugs...171, 173 Tires ...184 wiper Blades...178...Occupant Protection System...4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline...106 Odometer...39 Odometer, Trip...39 Oil Change, How to ...152 Change, When to...142 Checking Engine...149 Pressure Indicator...36 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart...151 ON (Ignition Key Position)...52 Opening the Hood...109 Operation in Foreign Countries...107 ...