Owner's Manual
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To switch from the ignition switch only when parked. If your car has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must push the key in Park. It has four positions: • LOCK (0) • ACCESSORY (I) • ON (II) • START (III) 72 Instruments ...
To switch from the ignition switch only when parked. If your car has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must push the key in Park. It has four positions: • LOCK (0) • ACCESSORY (I) • ON (II) • START (III) 72 Instruments ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set speed. You can still use the brakes to slow down hills. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed when you do this , your car will return to hold the set cruising speed in very small amounts, tap...
.... Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set speed. You can still use the brakes to slow down hills. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed when you do this , your car will return to hold the set cruising speed in very small amounts, tap...
Owner's Manual
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...Drive ...208 Starting the Engine...209 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...210 5-speed Manual Transmission ...211 Recommended Shift Points ...212 Engine Speed Limiter ...212 Automatic Transmission...212 Shift Lever Position Indicator .. 213 Shift Lever Positions ...213 Engine Speed Limiter ...216 Shift Lock...207 It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your car, the braking system, the Traction Control System, and facts you ...
...Drive ...208 Starting the Engine...209 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...210 5-speed Manual Transmission ...211 Recommended Shift Points ...212 Engine Speed Limiter ...212 Automatic Transmission...212 Shift Lever Position Indicator .. 213 Shift Lever Positions ...213 Engine Speed Limiter ...216 Shift Lock...207 It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. Driving This section gives you tips on parking your car, the braking system, the Traction Control System, and facts you ...
Owner's Manual
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Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all electrical accessories to clear flooding. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off the accelerator pedal so the engine does ...) for no more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start . Press on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 6. Driving 209 Automatic Transmission: 4. Pause for at a time. Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. If the engine starts, release pressure on the brake pedal.
Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all electrical accessories to clear flooding. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off the accelerator pedal so the engine does ...) for no more than 15 seconds. If the engine does not start . Press on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race. 6. Driving 209 Automatic Transmission: 4. Pause for at a time. Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. If the engine starts, release pressure on the brake pedal.
Owner's Manual
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...highest gear that lets the engine run normally when you may feel the engine cut in the engine's computer controls. 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in , the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. The following shift points are recommended... 33 mph (53 km/h) 48 mph (77 km/h) Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for better fuel economy. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is caused by a limiter in and out. Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go ...
...highest gear that lets the engine run normally when you may feel the engine cut in the engine's computer controls. 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in , the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. The following shift points are recommended... 33 mph (53 km/h) 48 mph (77 km/h) Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for better fuel economy. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is caused by a limiter in and out. Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go ...
Owner's Manual
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...following shift points are in the engine's computer controls. If this occurs, you the best fuel economy and effective emissions control. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is caused by a limiter in , the engine speed will run and accelerate smoothly. Before ... below the red zone. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks. 212 Driving 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in and out. This will not go into the tachometer's red zone. The engine will enter ...
...following shift points are in the engine's computer controls. If this occurs, you the best fuel economy and effective emissions control. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is caused by a limiter in , the engine speed will run and accelerate smoothly. Before ... below the red zone. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks. 212 Driving 5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in and out. This will not go into the tachometer's red zone. The engine will enter ...
Owner's Manual
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Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lever Positions SHIFT LEVER R to P N to R D3 to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D3 D3 to D4 D4 to N D4 to D3 N to D4 R to N To shift from: P to start the engine. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda... dealer as soon as possible. This indicator between the fuel gauge and temperature gauge shows which position the shift lever is in the transmission. If it flashes while driving (in any shift ...
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicator Shift Lever Positions SHIFT LEVER R to P N to R D3 to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D3 D3 to D4 D4 to N D4 to D3 N to D4 R to N To shift from: P to start the engine. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda... dealer as soon as possible. This indicator between the fuel gauge and temperature gauge shows which position the shift lever is in the transmission. If it flashes while driving (in any shift ...
Owner's Manual
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Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. Reverse (R) To shift to Reverse from Neutral, come to another gear. Neutral (N) Use Neutral ...reason. Press the release button before you have your foot off or starting the engine. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. 214 Driving Use Park whenever you must also press the release button to Reverse from Park,... lever from the ignition switch. To shift to shift into Reverse from Neutral. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed and acceleration.
Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. Reverse (R) To shift to Reverse from Neutral, come to another gear. Neutral (N) Use Neutral ...reason. Press the release button before you have your foot off or starting the engine. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. 214 Driving Use Park whenever you must also press the release button to Reverse from Park,... lever from the ignition switch. To shift to shift into Reverse from Neutral. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed and acceleration.
Owner's Manual
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...second gear when starting out on a slippery surface or in second gear. For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4, you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to provide engine braking when going down steep hills. Second (2) To shift to D4, except only the ...to first gear when you more power when climbing, and increased engine braking when going down one or two gears, depending on your speed. Automatic Transmission Drive (D3) This position is similar to Second, press the release button on the side of the shift lever. D3 can also keep the...
...second gear when starting out on a slippery surface or in second gear. For faster acceleration when in D3 or D4, you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator pedal to provide engine braking when going down steep hills. Second (2) To shift to D4, except only the ...to first gear when you more power when climbing, and increased engine braking when going down one or two gears, depending on your speed. Automatic Transmission Drive (D3) This position is similar to Second, press the release button on the side of the shift lever. D3 can also keep the...
Owner's Manual
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... switch. 3. Use a small flat-tipped screwdriver or small metal plate (neither are in, the engine speed will run normally when you to remove the cover. Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by...
... switch. 3. Use a small flat-tipped screwdriver or small metal plate (neither are in, the engine speed will run normally when you to remove the cover. Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by...
Owner's Manual
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Make sure the notch on the cover is developing a problem. Automatic Transmission If you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your Honda dealer. 5. Driving 217 Have the car checked by your car is on the key while you need to Neutral. 6. Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot, then reinstall the cover. Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine. Push down on the left side.
Make sure the notch on the cover is developing a problem. Automatic Transmission If you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your Honda dealer. 5. Driving 217 Have the car checked by your car is on the key while you need to Neutral. 6. Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot, then reinstall the cover. Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine. Push down on the left side.
Owner's Manual
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... key or the remote transmitter. Lock the doors with you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in Park. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. If your car has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before driving away. Make sure the parking brake is... set . If you park your car may roll if it is parked on the parking mechanism in the transmission making it easier to drive away. it...
... key or the remote transmitter. Lock the doors with you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in Park. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. If your car has an automatic transmission, set the parking brake before driving away. Make sure the parking brake is... set . If you park your car may roll if it is parked on the parking mechanism in the transmission making it easier to drive away. it...
Owner's Manual
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... (Hot) mark, turn over something the vehicle misses. D3 is the proper shift lever position to D3. 232 Driving If you have an automatic transmission, use D4 position when towing a trailer on Hills If you must stop when towing a trailer. For your vehicle, and it will affect...and shift down hills, reduce your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with trailers. Allow more slowly and wider than normal. If the automatic transmission shifts frequently between 3rd and 4th gears while going up a hill, shift to use the foot brake or parking brake. Towing a Trailer ...
... (Hot) mark, turn over something the vehicle misses. D3 is the proper shift lever position to D3. 232 Driving If you have an automatic transmission, use D4 position when towing a trailer on Hills If you must stop when towing a trailer. For your vehicle, and it will affect...and shift down hills, reduce your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with trailers. Allow more slowly and wider than normal. If the automatic transmission shifts frequently between 3rd and 4th gears while going up a hill, shift to use the foot brake or parking brake. Towing a Trailer ...
Owner's Manual
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... the Service Manual. See page 359 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer. Maintenance Safety ...236 Important Safety Precautions .. 237 Maintenance Schedule ...238 Required Maintenance Record ...245 Owner Maintenance Checks ...and Filter ...252 Cooling System ...255 Adding Engine Coolant ...255 Replacing Engine Coolant ...257 Windshield Washers ...262 Transmission Fluid ...263 Automatic Transmission...263 5-speed Manual Transmission...265 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...267 Brake System ...267 Clutch System ...268 Power Steering ...268 Air Cleaner...
... the Service Manual. See page 359 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer. Maintenance Safety ...236 Important Safety Precautions .. 237 Maintenance Schedule ...238 Required Maintenance Record ...245 Owner Maintenance Checks ...and Filter ...252 Cooling System ...255 Adding Engine Coolant ...255 Replacing Engine Coolant ...257 Windshield Washers ...262 Transmission Fluid ...263 Automatic Transmission...263 5-speed Manual Transmission...265 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...267 Brake System ...267 Clutch System ...268 Power Steering ...268 Air Cleaner...
Owner's Manual
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... and emissions warranty, last column, page 239 . 1 : Balancer belt applies to use. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. NOTE: Replace manual transmission fluid Replace automatic transmission fluid Check engine oil and coolant at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Replace spark plugs...
... and emissions warranty, last column, page 239 . 1 : Balancer belt applies to use. Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots. NOTE: Replace manual transmission fluid Replace automatic transmission fluid Check engine oil and coolant at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do items in A. Do items in A, B. Replace spark plugs...
Owner's Manual
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... tank. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page 283 . Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Maintenance 247 See page 200 . See page 263 . See page 267 . Owner Maintenance Checks...
... tank. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page 283 . Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Maintenance 247 See page 200 . See page 263 . See page 267 . Owner Maintenance Checks...
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations 4-cylinder Models BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) CLUTCH FLUID (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP 248 Maintenance
Fluid Locations 4-cylinder Models BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) CLUTCH FLUID (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP 248 Maintenance
Owner's Manual
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... at 1,500 rpm until the cooling fan comes on. Then turn off the engine. The cooling system capacity is: With 5-speed manual transmission: 1.45 US gal (5.5 , 1.21 Imp gal) With automatic transmission: 1.43 US gal (5.4 , 1.19 Imp gal) 6-cylinder models 1.48 US gal (5.6 , 1.23 Imp gal) Maintenance 261 Start the engine and let...
... at 1,500 rpm until the cooling fan comes on. Then turn off the engine. The cooling system capacity is: With 5-speed manual transmission: 1.45 US gal (5.5 , 1.21 Imp gal) With automatic transmission: 1.43 US gal (5.4 , 1.19 Imp gal) 6-cylinder models 1.48 US gal (5.6 , 1.23 Imp gal) Maintenance 261 Start the engine and let...
Owner's Manual
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... way into the tube to bring it is convenient. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. However, continued use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid), then drive the vehicle a short distance. It should drain and refill it with the engine at normal operating...
... way into the tube to bring it is convenient. Remove the dipstick and check the fluid level. However, continued use Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid). DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid), then drive the vehicle a short distance. It should drain and refill it with the engine at normal operating...
Owner's Manual
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... (yellow loop) from the transmission and wipe it with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Automatic Transmission 6-cylinder models UPPER MARK DIPSTICK LOWER MARK Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the ...check the fluid level. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the illustration. 4. It should be ...
... (yellow loop) from the transmission and wipe it with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Automatic Transmission 6-cylinder models UPPER MARK DIPSTICK LOWER MARK Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the ...check the fluid level. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the illustration. 4. It should be ...