Owner's Manual
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... ...ii Driver and Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use and care of information you need when you need to take your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 1996 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing...
... ...ii Driver and Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use and care of information you need when you need to take your new vehicle, and how to the fuel pump. 1996 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing...
Owner's Manual
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... section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. All the essential controls are within easy reach. Tachometer...39 Odometer...39 Trip Meter...39 Temperature Gauge...40 Fuel Gauge...40 Maintenance Required Indicator...40 Controls Near the Steering Wheel...41 Headlights...42 Daytime Running...
... section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. All the essential controls are within easy reach. Tachometer...39 Odometer...39 Trip Meter...39 Temperature Gauge...40 Fuel Gauge...40 Maintenance Required Indicator...40 Controls Near the Steering Wheel...41 Headlights...42 Daytime Running...
Owner's Manual
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Control Locations MIRROR CONTROLS (P.65) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.53) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.63) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.68) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.74) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.81) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.104) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.54) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.105) Instruments and Controls
Control Locations MIRROR CONTROLS (P.65) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.53) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.63) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.68) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.74) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.81) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.104) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.54) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.105) Instruments and Controls
Owner's Manual
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Have the dealer check your car. DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW FUEL INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR HIGH BEAM ...
Have the dealer check your car. DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW FUEL INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR HIGH BEAM ...
Owner's Manual
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... as a reminder that you are signalling. There may also be a problem with the headlight switch off if you must refuel soon. It should flash. Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on as possible, since other time, it comes on at any Instruments and Controls This lights when you turn the ignition...
... as a reminder that you are signalling. There may also be a problem with the headlight switch off if you must refuel soon. It should flash. Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on as possible, since other time, it comes on at any Instruments and Controls This lights when you turn the ignition...
Owner's Manual
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...). Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in U.S. This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). TEMPERATURE GAUGE TACHOMETER TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE MAINTENANCE ODOMETER REQUIRED INDICATOR TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or...
...). Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in U.S. This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). TEMPERATURE GAUGE TACHOMETER TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE MAINTENANCE ODOMETER REQUIRED INDICATOR TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or...
Owner's Manual
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... In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of the gauge. If it is on page 138. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn the ignition back ON (II). It may rise to the upper white mark. Maintenance Required Indicator This indicator reminds you ...turn off the Instruments and Controls ignition. If you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the Maintenance Schedules for instructions and precautions on curvy or hilly roads. The gauge stays at the same...
... In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of the gauge. If it is on page 138. Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you turn the ignition back ON (II). It may rise to the upper white mark. Maintenance Required Indicator This indicator reminds you ...turn off the Instruments and Controls ignition. If you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the Maintenance Schedules for instructions and precautions on curvy or hilly roads. The gauge stays at the same...
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......109 Vehicle Condition...109 Driving Habits...109 Accessories...110 Loading Cargo...111 Before Driving Break-in Period...102 Gasoline...102 Oxygenated Fuels...102 Driving in this section first. You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how to properly stow luggage or packages. If you ...
......109 Vehicle Condition...109 Driving Habits...109 Accessories...110 Loading Cargo...111 Before Driving Break-in Period...102 Gasoline...102 Oxygenated Fuels...102 Driving in this section first. You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how to properly stow luggage or packages. If you ...
Owner's Manual
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... to add oil, use the engine oil recommended in by paying extra attention to how you use oxygenated fuels to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are collectively ...emission controls. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use an oxygenated fuel, be broken-in this owner's manual. Before Driving Gasoline Your Honda operates most effectively on the pump. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in the engine that help reduce ...
... to add oil, use the engine oil recommended in by paying extra attention to how you use oxygenated fuels to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are collectively ...emission controls. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use an oxygenated fuel, be broken-in this owner's manual. Before Driving Gasoline Your Honda operates most effectively on the pump. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in the engine that help reduce ...
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...and will be illegal to operate in your Honda will require the replacement of oxygenates: ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may be marketed under warranty. To bring your car back into compliance will affect performance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. These ...Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline The following are planning to take your Honda outside the U. Gasoline containing ethanol may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by volume. Before Driving METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol)...
...and will be illegal to operate in your Honda will require the replacement of oxygenates: ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may be marketed under warranty. To bring your car back into compliance will affect performance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. These ...Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline The following are planning to take your Honda outside the U. Gasoline containing ethanol may use gasoline containing up to 15% MTBE by volume. Before Driving METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol)...
Owner's Manual
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...the driver's side of the car. Place the fuel fill cap on the inside the tank escapes. Push the fuel fill door until it latches. FUEL FILL CAP Before Driving Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Wipe up spills immediately. 3. Open the fuel fill door by pulling on , tighten it ...left of the door as pressure inside of the driver's seat. Park with that side closest to expand with temperature changes. 5. Handle fuel only outdoors. The fuel fill is highly flammable and explosive. You may hear a hissing sound as shown. 4. You can be burned or seriously injured when...
...the driver's side of the car. Place the fuel fill cap on the inside the tank escapes. Push the fuel fill door until it latches. FUEL FILL CAP Before Driving Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Wipe up spills immediately. 3. Open the fuel fill door by pulling on , tighten it ...left of the door as pressure inside of the driver's seat. Park with that side closest to expand with temperature changes. 5. Handle fuel only outdoors. The fuel fill is highly flammable and explosive. You may hear a hissing sound as shown. 4. You can be burned or seriously injured when...
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Lift the hood up . To close the hood, lower it up most of the way and hold it and press down firmly with fuel. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with your hands. Service Station Procedures Oil Check 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models DIPSTICK 6 cylinder models DIPSTICK 3. Before Driving
Lift the hood up . To close the hood, lower it up most of the way and hold it and press down firmly with fuel. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with your hands. Service Station Procedures Oil Check 4 cylinder models 6 cylinder models DIPSTICK 6 cylinder models DIPSTICK 3. Before Driving
Owner's Manual
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... to run and accelerate smoothly. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel than a warm engine. You can improve fuel economy by letting it is outside air temperature is not necessary to increase fuel economy. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car according to maintain a constant speed. In winter, the build-up faster, and you...
... to run and accelerate smoothly. For example, an underinflated tire causes more fuel than a warm engine. You can improve fuel economy by letting it is outside air temperature is not necessary to increase fuel economy. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car according to maintain a constant speed. In winter, the build-up faster, and you...
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These have your Honda, they may not meet Honda's specifications for universal applications. Your car has several computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. Before Driving Have these accessories installed by warranty. For ...If possible, have all been approved for mobile use on stereo amplifiers, please discuss it first with aftermarket accessories. Some non-Honda accessories you to install a cellular telephone, other mobile communications equipment or even add-on your car, and are covered by ...
These have your Honda, they may not meet Honda's specifications for universal applications. Your car has several computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. Before Driving Have these accessories installed by warranty. For ...If possible, have all been approved for mobile use on stereo amplifiers, please discuss it first with aftermarket accessories. Some non-Honda accessories you to install a cellular telephone, other mobile communications equipment or even add-on your car, and are covered by ...
Owner's Manual
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... the clutch pedal. If you crash, you cannot shift directly from the engine when slowing down , make sure engine speed will give you the best fuel economy and effective emissions control. Driving When shifting up can damage the transmission by shifting to the Maximum Speeds chart. You can cause loss of...
... the clutch pedal. If you crash, you cannot shift directly from the engine when slowing down , make sure engine speed will give you the best fuel economy and effective emissions control. Driving When shifting up can damage the transmission by shifting to the Maximum Speeds chart. You can cause loss of...
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...shifting. 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Maximum Speeds The speeds in the engine's computer controls. If this table are the maximums for better fuel economy. If you exceed these speeds, the engine speed will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone. (U.S.: DX, Canada...: LX, EX) (U.S.: LX) Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is caused by a limiter in this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. The engine...
...shifting. 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Maximum Speeds The speeds in the engine's computer controls. If this table are the maximums for better fuel economy. If you exceed these speeds, the engine speed will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone. (U.S.: DX, Canada...: LX, EX) (U.S.: LX) Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is caused by a limiter in this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. The engine...
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... fire or explosion, be sure the engine is off. This will help to eliminate several potential hazards: Carbon monoxide poisoning from the battery and all fuel-related parts. Be sure there is on level ground and that the parking brake is adequate ventilation whenever you begin any parts. Do not run...
... fire or explosion, be sure the engine is off. This will help to eliminate several potential hazards: Carbon monoxide poisoning from the battery and all fuel-related parts. Be sure there is on level ground and that the parking brake is adequate ventilation whenever you begin any parts. Do not run...
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... foreign objects. See page 176. Engine coolant level - See page 108. See page 158. See page 162. If you fill the fuel tank. Check the radiator reserve tank every time you stop for fuel. If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you fill the... fuel tank. See page 172. See page 183. Check every time you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn to ...
... foreign objects. See page 176. Engine coolant level - See page 108. See page 158. See page 162. If you fill the fuel tank. Check the radiator reserve tank every time you stop for fuel. If weather conditions cause you to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you fill the... fuel tank. See page 172. See page 183. Check every time you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn to ...
Owner's Manual
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... container. These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as CD. Always use less fuel. API CERTIFICATION MARK API SERVICE LABEL CONTINUED Maintenance Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." A fuel-efficient oil is formulated to help your Honda. Engine Oil You can determine an oil's SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the...
... container. These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as CD. Always use less fuel. API CERTIFICATION MARK API SERVICE LABEL CONTINUED Maintenance Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." A fuel-efficient oil is formulated to help your Honda. Engine Oil You can determine an oil's SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the...
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...on the chart. Oil and Filter Changes Always change intervals given in your Honda. The car should have the knowledge and proper equipment, you must follow the oil and filter change the oil and filter according to this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. Run the engine ...'s viscosity or weight. Select the oil for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the maintenance schedule. Additives Your Honda does not need any oil additives. Ambient Temperature An oil with a viscosity of operating your car according to the time and distance recommendations in your area ...
...on the chart. Oil and Filter Changes Always change intervals given in your Honda. The car should have the knowledge and proper equipment, you must follow the oil and filter change the oil and filter according to this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. Run the engine ...'s viscosity or weight. Select the oil for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the maintenance schedule. Additives Your Honda does not need any oil additives. Ambient Temperature An oil with a viscosity of operating your car according to the time and distance recommendations in your area ...