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... Important Facts About Airbags...13 How the Driver's Airbag Works...14 How the Passenger's Airbag Works...15 How the SRS Indicator Light Works...16 System Service...16 System Service Precautions...17 Additional Safety Information...18 Seat-back Position...18 Head Restraint Position...18 Door ...Locks...19 Storing Cargo Safely...19 Driving with Pets...19 Child Safety...20 Where Should Children Sit?...20 Important Safety Reminders...21 General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 18...
... Important Facts About Airbags...13 How the Driver's Airbag Works...14 How the Passenger's Airbag Works...15 How the SRS Indicator Light Works...16 System Service...16 System Service Precautions...17 Additional Safety Information...18 Seat-back Position...18 Head Restraint Position...18 Door ...Locks...19 Storing Cargo Safely...19 Driving with Pets...19 Child Safety...20 Where Should Children Sit?...20 Important Safety Reminders...21 General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 18...
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... and Passenger Safety When worn properly, seat belts can reduce injuries to a possible problem with your passengers wear seat belts. Two indicator lights are properly adjusted (see page 20). Seat belts are properly secured in a crash. Head restraints can decrease the effectiveness of your occupant...injury or death in child safety seats (see pages 18 and 57). Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is wearing a seat belt properly (see page 7 ) . By following before you drive away: Everyone in the car is equipped with airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger...
... and Passenger Safety When worn properly, seat belts can reduce injuries to a possible problem with your passengers wear seat belts. Two indicator lights are properly adjusted (see page 20). Seat belts are properly secured in a crash. Head restraints can decrease the effectiveness of your occupant...injury or death in child safety seats (see pages 18 and 57). Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is wearing a seat belt properly (see page 7 ) . By following before you drive away: Everyone in the car is equipped with airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger...
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Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you move freely. Lap/Shoulder Belt SHOULDER PORTION UPPER SEAT BELT ANCHOR To ... The belt will retract, but it out as far as needed. In normal driving, the retractor lets you to fasten your seat belt, and to secure a child seat (see page 34). This light comes on when you turn on the belt. The following pages cover more about... to help restrain your seat belt. The Seat Belt System and How It Works Seat Belt System Components Your Honda has seat belts in all the way out, this mechanism will engage.
Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you move freely. Lap/Shoulder Belt SHOULDER PORTION UPPER SEAT BELT ANCHOR To ... The belt will retract, but it out as far as needed. In normal driving, the retractor lets you to fasten your seat belt, and to secure a child seat (see page 34). This light comes on when you turn on the belt. The following pages cover more about... to help restrain your seat belt. The Seat Belt System and How It Works Seat Belt System Components Your Honda has seat belts in all the way out, this mechanism will engage.
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...airbag may not work when needed in an accident. If you can be done by an authorized Honda dealer: If your supplemental restraint system. When the car is virtually maintenance-free. The light comes on or flashes while you are no parts you see any objects on when you of... the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. Driver and Passenger Safety There are driving. Otherwise, your dealer promptly for your convenience. Have the...
...airbag may not work when needed in an accident. If you can be done by an authorized Honda dealer: If your supplemental restraint system. When the car is virtually maintenance-free. The light comes on or flashes while you are no parts you see any objects on when you of... the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. Driver and Passenger Safety There are driving. Otherwise, your dealer promptly for your convenience. Have the...
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High Beam Indicator This light comes on while driving. Canada U.S. It can indicate the brake fluid level is low if it remains lit after you release the parking brake or comes on with the high beam headlights. This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you have it does not go off the... the braking system for information on again while driving, take the car to your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 193. If this happens, stop the car in the ABS. Watch the ABS light. With the light on at any other time, there is...
High Beam Indicator This light comes on while driving. Canada U.S. It can indicate the brake fluid level is low if it remains lit after you release the parking brake or comes on with the high beam headlights. This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you have it does not go off the... the braking system for information on again while driving, take the car to your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 193. If this happens, stop the car in the ABS. Watch the ABS light. With the light on at any other time, there is...
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... next higher gear. CRUISE CONTROL Cruise Control Indicator Only on as a reminder that you get the best fuel economy by using light to upshift your road speed, and by driving in its most economical point to moderate pressure on the outside of the most economical range. When you will not come on...
... next higher gear. CRUISE CONTROL Cruise Control Indicator Only on as a reminder that you get the best fuel economy by using light to upshift your road speed, and by driving in its most economical point to moderate pressure on the outside of the most economical range. When you will not come on...
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.... The rear window defogger switch is on the dashboard to till the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER MOONROOF WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS MIRROR CONTROLS HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS TILT ADJUSTMENT HORN Instruments and Controls The controls under ...controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield wipers. The left air vent are for driving features you to the right of the steering column allows you use most often. Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers ...
.... The rear window defogger switch is on the dashboard to till the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER MOONROOF WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ WASHERS MIRROR CONTROLS HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS TILT ADJUSTMENT HORN Instruments and Controls The controls under ...controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield wipers. The left air vent are for driving features you to the right of the steering column allows you use most often. Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers ...
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...red button to the left of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to show the defogger is on. Instruments and Controls The light in the button lights to park in the instrument panel to side. If you do not turn it on the ...when you turn on again when you restart the car. The rear window defogger will shut itself off . You have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on and off after about 25 minutes. Push the defogger button to turn signals and both indicators in a dangerous area near heavy...
...red button to the left of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to show the defogger is on. Instruments and Controls The light in the button lights to park in the instrument panel to side. If you do not turn it on the ...when you turn on again when you restart the car. The rear window defogger will shut itself off . You have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on and off after about 25 minutes. Push the defogger button to turn signals and both indicators in a dangerous area near heavy...
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... cause you are a comfortable distance from the pedals. 2. Push this before you begin driving. 3. Position the wheel so you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up to tilt the steering wheel is ... your preference. Make sure you can adjust the steering wheel height to the desired position. Do this lever all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights. Adjust the seat so you to the left. Move the steering wheel up or down . Instruments and Controls Adjust the steering wheel only when the...
... cause you are a comfortable distance from the pedals. 2. Push this before you begin driving. 3. Position the wheel so you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up to tilt the steering wheel is ... your preference. Make sure you can adjust the steering wheel height to the desired position. Do this lever all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights. Adjust the seat so you to the left. Move the steering wheel up or down . Instruments and Controls Adjust the steering wheel only when the...
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Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control On EX model hi the U.S., and Si model in Canada NOTICE The cruise control, as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Use the cruise control only when traveling on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to maintain a set speed ... left of the car under the pedal and blocking the movement. You should have full control of the steering column. Push in the switch will light. 2.
Instruments and Controls Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control On EX model hi the U.S., and Si model in Canada NOTICE The cruise control, as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. Use the cruise control only when traveling on the accelerator pedal. Accelerate to maintain a set speed ... left of the car under the pedal and blocking the movement. You should have full control of the steering column. Push in the switch will light. 2.
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... slightly as a test when you may have to turn it out to release the anti-theft lock. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on the car are usable. To lock the driver's door, pull the door handle and push...key in . Door Locks Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. This is the normal key position when driving. You will lock the steering column when you turn it must push the key in Park. Each door has a lock ... If your car has an automatic transmission, it . Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering.
... slightly as a test when you may have to turn it out to release the anti-theft lock. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on the car are usable. To lock the driver's door, pull the door handle and push...key in . Door Locks Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. This is the normal key position when driving. You will lock the steering column when you turn it must push the key in Park. Each door has a lock ... If your car has an automatic transmission, it . Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering.
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... lever is all the way to a more rapidly by pressing the button. If it down to the left . 3. Comfort and Convenience Features The light in the button should come on the A/C by pressing the button. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON...parked in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. Open the windows partially. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 38) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A / C until the gauge reads normally. Start the engine. 2....
... lever is all the way to a more rapidly by pressing the button. If it down to the left . 3. Comfort and Convenience Features The light in the button should come on the A/C by pressing the button. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON...parked in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. Open the windows partially. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 38) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A / C until the gauge reads normally. Start the engine. 2....
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... and release the REW side of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The system will begin to play . * Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from the drive, press the EJECT button. If the tape was not recorded with the PWR/ VOL knob or by pressing the NR button. When you turn the...noise reduction turns on when you want to the right, then insert the cassette most of rewind or fast forward. If you turn it will light to show you want to take the system out of the way into the slot. The tape direction indicator will automatically reverse direction and play...
... and release the REW side of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The system will begin to play . * Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from the drive, press the EJECT button. If the tape was not recorded with the PWR/ VOL knob or by pressing the NR button. When you turn the...noise reduction turns on when you want to the right, then insert the cassette most of rewind or fast forward. If you turn it will light to show you want to take the system out of the way into the slot. The tape direction indicator will automatically reverse direction and play...
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If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 45). 8. Check the adjustment of the inside are securely closed . ... the instrument panel. 11.Start the engine (see page 101). 12.Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 61). 7. Driving Check that the hood and trunk are fully closed and locked. 9. Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Check that your passengers have fastened ...
If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you inside and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Check the adjustment of the seat (see page 45). 8. Check the adjustment of the inside are securely closed . ... the instrument panel. 11.Start the engine (see page 101). 12.Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 61). 7. Driving Check that the hood and trunk are fully closed and locked. 9. Preparing to check its pressure. 4. Check that your passengers have fastened ...
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...foot on the rear wheels are equipped with wet brakes, be extra cautious and alert in your brake lights on the brake pedal. Heat build-up heat. It also keeps your driving. Since a longer distance is power-assisted to reduce the effort needed to stop with front disc brakes...Brake Wear Indicators The front disc brakes on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them gently and frequently until they feel normal. The Braking System All Civics are drum. If not, apply them to brake. Driving Resting your brakes work. Apply the brakes moderately to a lower gear and ...
...foot on the rear wheels are equipped with wet brakes, be extra cautious and alert in your brake lights on the brake pedal. Heat build-up heat. It also keeps your driving. Since a longer distance is power-assisted to reduce the effort needed to stop with front disc brakes...Brake Wear Indicators The front disc brakes on the pedal keeps the brakes applied lightly, causing them gently and frequently until they feel normal. The Braking System All Civics are drum. If not, apply them to brake. Driving Resting your brakes work. Apply the brakes moderately to a lower gear and ...
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...Inspection...157 Maintenance...157 Tire Rotation...158 Replacing Tires and Wheels ...158 Wheels and Tires...159 Winter Driving...159 Snow Tires...160 Tire Chains...160 Lights...161 Headlight Aiming...161 Replacing Bulbs...163 Storing Your Car...171 Maintenance Safety...120 Important Safety Precautions......148 Battery...149 Windshield Wipers...152 Air Conditioning...154 Drive Belts...155 Tires...155 Inflation...156 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda, you may want to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer. Maintenance This section explains why it is important...
...Inspection...157 Maintenance...157 Tire Rotation...158 Replacing Tires and Wheels ...158 Wheels and Tires...159 Winter Driving...159 Snow Tires...160 Tire Chains...160 Lights...161 Headlight Aiming...161 Replacing Bulbs...163 Storing Your Car...171 Maintenance Safety...120 Important Safety Precautions......148 Battery...149 Windshield Wipers...152 Air Conditioning...154 Drive Belts...155 Tires...155 Inflation...156 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda, you may want to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer. Maintenance This section explains why it is important...
Owner's Manual
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Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for reuse. Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to clean them . AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER Run the air conditioning at normal operating temperature. If the air conditioning ...sure the air conditioning works efficiently. Run it for all models Your car's air conditioning is a sealed system. There are a couple of things you are driving at a steady speed with Refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a). (See Specifications on page 205.) NOTICE The condenser and radiator fins bend easily. This circulates the ...
Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for reuse. Use a light spray from a hose or a soft brush to clean them . AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER Run the air conditioning at normal operating temperature. If the air conditioning ...sure the air conditioning works efficiently. Run it for all models Your car's air conditioning is a sealed system. There are a couple of things you are driving at a steady speed with Refrigerant HFC-134a (R-134a). (See Specifications on page 205.) NOTICE The condenser and radiator fins bend easily. This circulates the ...
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... traffic lanes. 3. Have your passengers get to an exit or an area to LOCK (0). 2. CONTINUED Taking Care of the trunk. 5. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you have a flat tire while driving, stop that is far away from traffic. Raise the trunk floor by the jack. Put the transmission in a safe place... take the spare tire out of the trunk. Changing a Flat Tire If you get out of the vehicle. Park the car on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition to stop in Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual).
... traffic lanes. 3. Have your passengers get to an exit or an area to LOCK (0). 2. CONTINUED Taking Care of the trunk. 5. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you have a flat tire while driving, stop that is far away from traffic. Raise the trunk floor by the jack. Put the transmission in a safe place... take the spare tire out of the trunk. Changing a Flat Tire If you get out of the vehicle. Park the car on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition to stop in Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual).
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...engine. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to be repaired before you can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. It should light when the ignition is running , it indicates that the oil pressure dropped very low for a minute. In either case, you can lose ...pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers. 3. If it starts flashing, it shows that is possible. Let the car sit for a moment, then recovered. Start the engine and watch...
...engine. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to be repaired before you can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. It should light when the ignition is running , it indicates that the oil pressure dropped very low for a minute. In either case, you can lose ...pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers. 3. If it starts flashing, it shows that is possible. Let the car sit for a moment, then recovered. Start the engine and watch...
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...your car checked by your car to put out excessive emissions. Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator light comes on, have a problem. MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP NOTICE If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on for a few seconds when you can reduce your fuel economy ... controls and engine. Continued operation may not be covered by the dealer as soon as possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem. Avoid full-throttle acceleration and driving at any other time, it can damage your car's performance, it indicates that one of the...
...your car checked by your car to put out excessive emissions. Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator light comes on, have a problem. MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP NOTICE If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on for a few seconds when you can reduce your fuel economy ... controls and engine. Continued operation may not be covered by the dealer as soon as possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem. Avoid full-throttle acceleration and driving at any other time, it can damage your car's performance, it indicates that one of the...