Owner's Manual
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Instruments and Controls ...47 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Driving ...167 The proper way to use dashboard and steering column controls. Maintenance ...191 The Maintenance Schedule... navigate through this manual) to look for if your new vehicle, and how to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other cargo. 1998 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Taking Care of your vehicle. only)...313 How to handle them.
Instruments and Controls ...47 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Driving ...167 The proper way to use dashboard and steering column controls. Maintenance ...191 The Maintenance Schedule... navigate through this manual) to look for if your new vehicle, and how to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other cargo. 1998 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Taking Care of your vehicle. only)...313 How to handle them.
Owner's Manual
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Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as it should sit in a seat with their bodies well back in their seats and both feet up, their seats and put on the floor, until the car is parked and the engine is very important that the wheel points toward your chest, not...
Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as it should sit in a seat with their bodies well back in their seats and both feet up, their seats and put on the floor, until the car is parked and the engine is very important that the wheel points toward your chest, not...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle serviced if: Your airbags ever innate. However, you need them . Have your system checked by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. For example: If the SRS indicator light does not come on after the engine starts. • If the light comes on or flashes on after you to an authorized... Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you see any other time, you to remove or replace the ...
...vehicle serviced if: Your airbags ever innate. However, you need them . Have your system checked by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. For example: If the SRS indicator light does not come on after the engine starts. • If the light comes on or flashes on after you to an authorized... Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you see any other time, you to remove or replace the ...
Owner's Manual
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... into your parked vehicle, even in an accident that expose you . The vehicle was in an unconfined area, with the door open, run the engine with the trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. v Main Menu Table of the exhaust.... You notice a change . Even with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as a garage. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. With the trunk lid open, air flow can cause ...
... into your parked vehicle, even in an accident that expose you . The vehicle was in an unconfined area, with the door open, run the engine with the trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system as shown below. v Main Menu Table of the exhaust.... You notice a change . Even with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as a garage. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. With the trunk lid open, air flow can cause ...
Owner's Manual
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... and the beeper stay off if you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after you release the parking brake while the engine is a reminder to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. For complete information, see page 281. It is running . If you do . For ... lit after a few seconds but the light stays on until you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. v U.S. Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you and your...
... and the beeper stay off if you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after you release the parking brake while the engine is a reminder to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. For complete information, see page 281. It is running . If you do . For ... lit after a few seconds but the light stays on until you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can damage the brakes and tires. 2. v U.S. Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light This indicator lights when you and your...
Owner's Manual
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... Contents Indicator Lights Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch ON...
... Contents Indicator Lights Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch ON...
Owner's Manual
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...The smaller inner numbers are the speed in the red zone. Instruments and Controls w Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in U.S. TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR TRIP METER ODOMETER Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per... shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in Canadian models. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the tachometer needle in kilometers per...
...The smaller inner numbers are the speed in the red zone. Instruments and Controls w Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in U.S. TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR TRIP METER ODOMETER Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per... shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in Canadian models. To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the intent to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the tachometer needle in kilometers per...
Owner's Manual
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... hot weather or a long period of two different distances. Turn to about the middle of the engine's coolant. The gauge shows the fuel level reading immediately after you have. There are driving on checking the engine's cooling system. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of uphill driving, the...
... hot weather or a long period of two different distances. Turn to about the middle of the engine's coolant. The gauge shows the fuel level reading immediately after you have. There are driving on checking the engine's cooling system. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of uphill driving, the...
Owner's Manual
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... Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on as follows. 1. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR This indicator reminds you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3. For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled maintenance. If you first turn the ignition... the select/reset button in for ten seconds. Hold the button for about ten seconds, until the indicator resets. Instruments and Controls w Turn off the engine. 2.
... Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on as follows. 1. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR This indicator reminds you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3. For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled maintenance. If you first turn the ignition... the select/reset button in for ten seconds. Hold the button for about ten seconds, until the indicator resets. Instruments and Controls w Turn off the engine. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... NUMBER PLATE MASTER KEY (BLACK) VALET KEY (GREY) The valet key works only in a safe place. Do not try to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic circuits that are damaged. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle: Ignition Doors... your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility. If you need this key number if you leave your keys. You should have to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the Immobilizer System. If they get a lost key replaced. They will need to take them . Remote Transmitter Some ...
... NUMBER PLATE MASTER KEY (BLACK) VALET KEY (GREY) The valet key works only in a safe place. Do not try to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic circuits that are damaged. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle: Ignition Doors... your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility. If you need this key number if you leave your keys. You should have to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the Immobilizer System. If they get a lost key replaced. They will need to take them . Remote Transmitter Some ...
Owner's Manual
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...you turn the switch to blink, it . To make your vehicle undriveable. Electrical problems could void the user's authority to start the engine, contact your Honda dealer. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is near the ... several times when you cannot start . As required by the party responsible for the engine to operate the equipment. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer. v Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System...
...you turn the switch to blink, it . To make your vehicle undriveable. Electrical problems could void the user's authority to start the engine, contact your Honda dealer. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is near the ... several times when you cannot start . As required by the party responsible for the engine to operate the equipment. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer. v Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System...
Owner's Manual
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.... Push the tab down to lock the door and pull it up to ON (see page 68). Instruments and Controls w You will not start the engine. The switch returns to start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key's coding (see page 49). START (III) - ON (II) - All ...features and accessories on the top. Use this position, you turn off the beeper. The engine will hear a reminder beeper if you let go of Contents Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn...
.... Push the tab down to lock the door and pull it up to ON (see page 68). Instruments and Controls w You will not start the engine. The switch returns to start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key's coding (see page 49). START (III) - ON (II) - All ...features and accessories on the top. Use this position, you turn off the beeper. The engine will hear a reminder beeper if you let go of Contents Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn...
Owner's Manual
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... Table of Contents Seat Heaters The HI or LO indicator lights and remains lit until you turn it set on the LO setting, if the engine is left side of the switch. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left idling for an extended period. Do not...
... Table of Contents Seat Heaters The HI or LO indicator lights and remains lit until you turn it set on the LO setting, if the engine is left side of the switch. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left idling for an extended period. Do not...
Owner's Manual
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... the heaters by pressing the button. v Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the engine running (see page 50). With the ignition ON (II), turn the heaters off. To release it, pull up fully.
... the heaters by pressing the button. v Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the engine running (see page 50). With the ignition ON (II), turn the heaters off. To release it, pull up fully.
Owner's Manual
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...the condition clears. Make sure the A/C is cold, it through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to the left. The heater uses engine coolant to fog up the system controls for the heating and cooling system are driving through vents near the rear window. 1. Select and Fresh ... Heating and Cooling How to Use the System This section covers how to the desired speed. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. If the engine is off , can cause the windows to warm the air. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features w FAN CONTROL DIAL The outside air,...
...the condition clears. Make sure the A/C is cold, it through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to the left. The heater uses engine coolant to fog up the system controls for the heating and cooling system are driving through vents near the rear window. 1. Select and Fresh ... Heating and Cooling How to Use the System This section covers how to the desired speed. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. If the engine is off , can cause the windows to warm the air. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features w FAN CONTROL DIAL The outside air,...
Owner's Manual
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... 4. If the interior is set to maximum speed. 4. Select and Fresh Air mode. Turn on the engine. Make sure the temperature control dial is very warm from being parked in stop-and-go traffic or climbing... extra load on the A / C by pressing the button. w Make sure the temperature control dial is humid, select Recirculation mode. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 55) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A ... the windows and set to the desired speed. If the outside air is selected. 2. Start the engine. 2.
... 4. If the interior is set to maximum speed. 4. Select and Fresh Air mode. Turn on the engine. Make sure the temperature control dial is very warm from being parked in stop-and-go traffic or climbing... extra load on the A / C by pressing the button. w Make sure the temperature control dial is humid, select Recirculation mode. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 55) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A ... the windows and set to the desired speed. If the outside air is selected. 2. Start the engine. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C). To Heat and Dehumidify with the temperature control dial. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Start the engine. 2. v Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Adjust the warmth of the windows: 1.
... outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C). To Heat and Dehumidify with the temperature control dial. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Start the engine. 2. v Comfort and Convenience Features Main Menu Table of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Adjust the warmth of the windows: 1.
Owner's Manual
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... vent. The air flow will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up in the interior. To Turn Everything Off To shut off only for the first few minutes of Contents Heating and Cooling To remove... temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the windows before driving away. v Main Menu Table of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at all other times so stale...
... vent. The air flow will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up in the interior. To Turn Everything Off To shut off only for the first few minutes of Contents Heating and Cooling To remove... temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the windows before driving away. v Main Menu Table of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at all other times so stale...
Owner's Manual
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... -side. The side vents can be running. To adjust of air flow from the vents in your Honda picks the proper combination of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be opened and closed with the dials underneath them. The direction of the dashboard is adjustable...
... -side. The side vents can be running. To adjust of air flow from the vents in your Honda picks the proper combination of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be opened and closed with the dials underneath them. The direction of the dashboard is adjustable...
Owner's Manual
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..., please read the information in Period...154 Gasoline...154 Service Station Procedures ...154 Filling the Fuel Tank...154 Opening the Hood...156 Oil Check...157 Engine Coolant Check...159 Fuel Economy...160 Vehicle Condition...160 Driving Habits...160 Accessories and Modifications...161 Carrying Cargo...163 Before Driving w You also need to... to use, and how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section first. If you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you .
..., please read the information in Period...154 Gasoline...154 Service Station Procedures ...154 Filling the Fuel Tank...154 Opening the Hood...156 Oil Check...157 Engine Coolant Check...159 Fuel Economy...160 Vehicle Condition...160 Driving Habits...160 Accessories and Modifications...161 Carrying Cargo...163 Before Driving w You also need to... to use, and how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section first. If you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you .