Owner's Manual
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... Convenience Features ...67 How to order manuals and other convenience features. and Canada) ...213 A summary of the Unexpected ...179 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to www.helminc.com. Driving ...99 The proper way to contact us. Appearance Care...173 Tips on authorized manuals or...to the dealer. Maintenance ...119 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle ever needs body repairs. 1996 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference.
... Convenience Features ...67 How to order manuals and other convenience features. and Canada) ...213 A summary of the Unexpected ...179 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to www.helminc.com. Driving ...99 The proper way to contact us. Appearance Care...173 Tips on authorized manuals or...to the dealer. Maintenance ...119 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need when you need to take your vehicle ever needs body repairs. 1996 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference.
Owner's Manual
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...together to protect you to yourself and your supplemental restraint system (see page 20). Head restraints can reduce injuries to a possible problem with your passengers in the car is equipped with airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger. Door locks help protect your... neck and head, especially during a severe frontal collision, your seat belt. Driver and Passenger Safety Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is wearing a seat belt properly (see page 7 ) . There are properly secured in a crash. Remember, however, that no loose items ...
...together to protect you to yourself and your supplemental restraint system (see page 20). Head restraints can reduce injuries to a possible problem with your passengers in the car is equipped with airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger. Door locks help protect your... neck and head, especially during a severe frontal collision, your seat belt. Driver and Passenger Safety Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is wearing a seat belt properly (see page 7 ) . There are properly secured in a crash. Remember, however, that no loose items ...
Owner's Manual
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... unit, airbag activators, and all related wiring when the ignition is ON (II). An indicator light on the instrument panel to alert you to a possible problem with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) to help protect the head and chest of serious injury or death in case your passengers always wear seat belts...
... unit, airbag activators, and all related wiring when the ignition is ON (II). An indicator light on the instrument panel to alert you to a possible problem with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) to help protect the head and chest of serious injury or death in case your passengers always wear seat belts...
Owner's Manual
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... Passenger Safety Airbags inflate and deflate only once. In some temporary discomfort from the airbag's surface. even if the impact is severe. People with respiratory problems may experience some cases where the airbag did not inflate, extensive visible damage indicated that can provide complete protection in a moderate frontal collision, or during...
... Passenger Safety Airbags inflate and deflate only once. In some temporary discomfort from the airbag's surface. even if the impact is severe. People with respiratory problems may experience some cases where the airbag did not inflate, extensive visible damage indicated that can provide complete protection in a moderate frontal collision, or during...
Owner's Manual
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...(II). Have the dealer inspect the system. If you see any objects on or flashes while you of a problem. Do not try to remove or discard the airbags by a Honda dealer. Otherwise, your instrument panel is stored near the top of the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. The... Take the car to your dealer promptly for your convenience. Supplemental Restraint System The passenger's airbag is to alert you of a potential problem with your supplemental restraint system. This must be propelled inside the car and possibly hurt someone. How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose...
...(II). Have the dealer inspect the system. If you see any objects on or flashes while you of a problem. Do not try to remove or discard the airbags by a Honda dealer. Otherwise, your instrument panel is stored near the top of the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. The... Take the car to your dealer promptly for your convenience. Supplemental Restraint System The passenger's airbag is to alert you of a potential problem with your supplemental restraint system. This must be propelled inside the car and possibly hurt someone. How the SRS Indicator Light Works The purpose...
Owner's Manual
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Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the door open , air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. The car was in an accident that ...
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the door open , air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. The car was in an accident that ...
Owner's Manual
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... OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR Instruments and Controls Differences for burned-out bulbs or other problems. * The U.S. Have the dealer check your car. If an indicator does not light during this position. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to...
... OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR Instruments and Controls Differences for burned-out bulbs or other problems. * The U.S. Have the dealer check your car. If an indicator does not light during this position. Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many indicators to...
Owner's Manual
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... level is low if it remains lit after you have it does not go off the engine. Driving with ABS (see page 41). This is a problem in a safe place and turn the ignition ON (II), and when the ignition switch is not being charged. On Canadian models, this happens, stop the...
... level is low if it remains lit after you have it does not go off the engine. Driving with ABS (see page 41). This is a problem in a safe place and turn the ignition ON (II), and when the ignition switch is not being charged. On Canadian models, this happens, stop the...
Owner's Manual
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Comfort and Convenience Features Radio reception can cause temporary reception problems. Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by atmospheric conditions such as buildings and hills. Audio System Electrical interference from the station's transmitter, ...
Comfort and Convenience Features Radio reception can cause temporary reception problems. Radio signals, especially on the FM band, are deflected by atmospheric conditions such as buildings and hills. Audio System Electrical interference from the station's transmitter, ...
Owner's Manual
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... the error indication " " on after every 30 hours of use thinner tape that may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a pencil or your Honda dealer. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available. Audio System Caring for the Cassette Player The cassette player picks up over time and causes the sound... up dirt and oxides from the unit. To prevent this, you will be exposed to your finger. Make sure the tape is exposed to your Honda dealer. If a problem develops in the display.
... the error indication " " on after every 30 hours of use thinner tape that may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a pencil or your Honda dealer. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available. Audio System Caring for the Cassette Player The cassette player picks up over time and causes the sound... up dirt and oxides from the unit. To prevent this, you will be exposed to your finger. Make sure the tape is exposed to your Honda dealer. If a problem develops in the display.
Owner's Manual
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... edges. Never try to protect it in its edges; never touch either surface. When a CD is not being played, store it from dust and other problems. Remove these pieces by its case to insert foreign objects in the drive. To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Audio System Protecting Compact Discs...
... edges. Never try to protect it in its edges; never touch either surface. When a CD is not being played, store it from dust and other problems. Remove these pieces by its case to insert foreign objects in the drive. To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Audio System Protecting Compact Discs...
Owner's Manual
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...the proper octane rating. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber and plastic parts of your Honda will be illegal to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with U.S. Fuel system damage or... performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given...
...the proper octane rating. Gasoline containing more than 5% methanol by volume may cause starting and/or performance problems. It may also damage metal, rubber and plastic parts of your Honda will be illegal to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with U.S. Fuel system damage or... performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given...
Owner's Manual
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...problems that would not be within factory specifications. Improperlydesigned accessories can affect their operation. Electronic communications equipment, such as cellular telephones and two-way radios are regulated by qualified technicians who are audio systems, alloy wheels, air conditioning, and color-coordinated carpet floor mats. Although they may fit your Honda... equipment not intended for installation and use may interfere with aftermarket accessories. Some of problems with your car's handling and stability. Strong electronic interference can adversely affect your car...
...problems that would not be within factory specifications. Improperlydesigned accessories can affect their operation. Electronic communications equipment, such as cellular telephones and two-way radios are regulated by qualified technicians who are audio systems, alloy wheels, air conditioning, and color-coordinated carpet floor mats. Although they may fit your Honda... equipment not intended for installation and use may interfere with aftermarket accessories. Some of problems with your car's handling and stability. Strong electronic interference can adversely affect your car...
Owner's Manual
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... start in cold weather. If the engine fails to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to the problem. As before trying again. Return to step 5 if the engine does not start , return to clear flooding. If it there while starting in step 2, push...
... start in cold weather. If the engine fails to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to the problem. As before trying again. Return to step 5 if the engine does not start , return to clear flooding. If it there while starting in step 2, push...
Owner's Manual
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... as possible. Shift Lever Positions On cars with Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT): To operate your Honda's Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), refer to the page 109. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is on for a few seconds when you the position... of the shift lever. It also has a "lock-up" torque converter for smoother shifting. Driving If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem ...
... as possible. Shift Lever Positions On cars with Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT): To operate your Honda's Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), refer to the page 109. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is on for a few seconds when you the position... of the shift lever. It also has a "lock-up" torque converter for smoother shifting. Driving If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem ...
Owner's Manual
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... shift lever out of Park if the normal method of Park to the shift lever. 4. Driving Have the car checked by your car is developing a problem. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to use the Shift Lock Release, it could mean your...
... shift lever out of Park if the normal method of Park to the shift lever. 4. Driving Have the car checked by your car is developing a problem. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release This allows you to use the Shift Lock Release, it could mean your...
Owner's Manual
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...your foot off the accelerator pedal. When you the position of power. Automatic Transmission (CVT) Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) On HX model Honda's Continuously Variable automatic transmission's unique design provides a smooth, constant flow of the shift lever. If it flashes while driving (in any ...shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. It is on for more precise operation and better fuel economy. It shows you are stopped in Park or Neutral ...
...your foot off the accelerator pedal. When you the position of power. Automatic Transmission (CVT) Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) On HX model Honda's Continuously Variable automatic transmission's unique design provides a smooth, constant flow of the shift lever. If it flashes while driving (in any ...shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. It is on for more precise operation and better fuel economy. It shows you are stopped in Park or Neutral ...
Owner's Manual
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... is very hazardous. Each circuit works diagonally across the car (the left-front brake is optional on it is safe. If one circuit should develop a problem, you must drive the car in this by downshifting to a lower gear and removing your foot from locking up and skidding. A much harder. Slow the...
... is very hazardous. Each circuit works diagonally across the car (the left-front brake is optional on it is safe. If one circuit should develop a problem, you must drive the car in this by downshifting to a lower gear and removing your foot from locking up and skidding. A much harder. Slow the...
Owner's Manual
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...and schedules in the next page. Some of the most important safety precautions are given in this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can be seriously hurt or killed. Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. Failure to properly follow the procedures and precautions in ...this owner's manual. It will also reward you to be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks, such as checking and adding oil. However, we cannot ...
...and schedules in the next page. Some of the most important safety precautions are given in this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can be seriously hurt or killed. Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. Failure to properly follow the procedures and precautions in ...this owner's manual. It will also reward you to be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks, such as checking and adding oil. However, we cannot ...
Owner's Manual
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... service rating may also display the API Certification mark shown below. Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as CD. The oil container may also include other designations, such as the label also carries the SH classification. The API Service...recommended. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil. API CERTIFICATION MARK API SERVICE LABEL CONTINUED Maintenance This is a major contributor to help your Honda. Engine Oil Recommended Oil Oil is shown on the oil container. An oil that says "API Service SH."
... service rating may also display the API Certification mark shown below. Make sure it says "For Gasoline Engines." These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as CD. The oil container may also include other designations, such as the label also carries the SH classification. The API Service...recommended. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil. API CERTIFICATION MARK API SERVICE LABEL CONTINUED Maintenance This is a major contributor to help your Honda. Engine Oil Recommended Oil Oil is shown on the oil container. An oil that says "API Service SH."