Owner's Manual
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... Temperature Gauge ...68 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...69 Headlights ...70 Daytime Running Lights...71 Instrument Panel Brightness ...71 Turn Signals ...72 Windshield Wipers ...72 Windshield Washers ...Power Windows ...92 Moonroof ...94 Mirrors ...95 Adjusting the Power Mirrors ...95 Parking Brake ...96 Glove Box ...97 Beverage Holder ...98 Console Compartment ...98 Coin Box ...99... ...99 Accessory Power Socket ...99 Coat Hook ...100 Interior Lights ...100 Ceiling Light ...100 Spotlights ...101 Courtesy Lights ...102 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...58 57 Instruments and...
... Temperature Gauge ...68 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...69 Headlights ...70 Daytime Running Lights...71 Instrument Panel Brightness ...71 Turn Signals ...72 Windshield Wipers ...72 Windshield Washers ...Power Windows ...92 Moonroof ...94 Mirrors ...95 Adjusting the Power Mirrors ...95 Parking Brake ...96 Glove Box ...97 Beverage Holder ...98 Console Compartment ...98 Coin Box ...99... ...99 Accessory Power Socket ...99 Coat Hook ...100 Interior Lights ...100 Ceiling Light ...100 Spotlights ...101 Courtesy Lights ...102 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...58 57 Instruments and...
Owner's Manual
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... Controls 59 Differences for the HX is shown. instrument panel is shown on page 185 . Indicator Lights U.S.: HX, LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 61) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR 1 (P. 62) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P. 61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 278) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE...
... Controls 59 Differences for the HX is shown. instrument panel is shown on page 185 . Indicator Lights U.S.: HX, LX, EX, Canada: LX, Si SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 61) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR 1 (P. 62) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P. 61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 278) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE...
Owner's Manual
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Indicator Lights DX SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 61) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P. 61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 278) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 61) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 63) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 279) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 280) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 60 Instruments and Controls instrument panel is shown.
Indicator Lights DX SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 61) SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT (P. 61) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P. 278) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P. 63) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 61) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR (P. 64) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 63) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 279) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P. 63) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P. 280) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. 60 Instruments and Controls instrument panel is shown.
Owner's Manual
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... Driving with the headlight switch off if you turn on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). This indicator lights when you have it can damage the brakes and tires. 2. There may also be a problem with ABS (see page 190 ) 1. If the indicator remains ... can indicate a problem in the ABS. This indicator comes on the headlights or release the parking brake. It should go off and the parking brake set. Indicator Lights Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions: U.S. Canada U.S. If this happens, take the car to START (III). For...
... Driving with the headlight switch off if you turn on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). This indicator lights when you have it can damage the brakes and tires. 2. There may also be a problem with ABS (see page 190 ) 1. If the indicator remains ... can indicate a problem in the ABS. This indicator comes on the headlights or release the parking brake. It should go off and the parking brake set. Indicator Lights Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions: U.S. Canada U.S. If this happens, take the car to START (III). For...
Owner's Manual
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The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition off , the high beam headlights come on the left side of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob on with the switch. Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Canadian models only Instrument Panel Brightness With the headlight switch off , even if you set the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel to ON (II) and release the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 71
The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition off , the high beam headlights come on the left side of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob on with the switch. Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Canadian models only Instrument Panel Brightness With the headlight switch off , even if you set the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel to ON (II) and release the parking brake. Instruments and Controls 71
Owner's Manual
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... heaters by pressing the button. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn the heaters off. The parking brake light on as a reminder. The light in the button comes on the instrument panel should go... out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 62 ). 96 Instruments and Controls To release it, pull up ...
... heaters by pressing the button. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn the heaters off. The parking brake light on as a reminder. The light in the button comes on the instrument panel should go... out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 62 ). 96 Instruments and Controls To release it, pull up ...
Owner's Manual
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... going up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Accelerate to show the system is now activated. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features 157 The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. To increase your car will accelerate. Press and release the SET/decel button on . When ...the SET/decel button. Cruise Control The cruise control may downshift to hold the set speed when you are going down a hill, use the brakes to the desired speed. When you do this, your speed in any of these ways: Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. Each...
... going up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Accelerate to show the system is now activated. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features 157 The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on the steering wheel. To increase your car will accelerate. Press and release the SET/decel button on . When ...the SET/decel button. Cruise Control The cruise control may downshift to hold the set speed when you are going down a hill, use the brakes to the desired speed. When you do this, your speed in any of these ways: Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. Each...
Owner's Manual
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... the cruise control turned on the brake or clutch pedal will go out. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the steering wheel. Even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the instrument panel will cause the cruise control ...to the set cruising speed in any of these ways: Tap the brake or clutch pedal. To slow down...
... the cruise control turned on the brake or clutch pedal will go out. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the steering wheel. Even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the instrument panel will cause the cruise control ...to the set cruising speed in any of these ways: Tap the brake or clutch pedal. To slow down...
Owner's Manual
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... push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE CONTROL light on , and the car will begin to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press the RESUME/accel button. To return to that speed, accelerate to slow down. The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on the instrument panel will go...
... push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE CONTROL light on , and the car will begin to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press the RESUME/accel button. To return to that speed, accelerate to slow down. The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on the instrument panel will go...
Owner's Manual
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...has genuine Honda accessories that allow you can be sure to read the following information. These accessories have your dealer inspect the final installation. Have the installer contact your car's computer-controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system. ... this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Before installing any accessory: Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with your Honda dealer for your car's electrical system capacity, they can make any modifications or add any electronic accessory. When properly ...
...has genuine Honda accessories that allow you can be sure to read the following information. These accessories have your dealer inspect the final installation. Have the installer contact your car's computer-controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system. ... this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Before installing any accessory: Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with your Honda dealer for your car's electrical system capacity, they can make any modifications or add any electronic accessory. When properly ...
Owner's Manual
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...to move the shift lever out of Park when you have a manual transmission, put it does not indicate that the parking brake is firmly set the parking brake before driving away. The indicator on the parking mechanism in first gear. Driving with the key or the remote transmitter. ...Turn off the lights. If you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in Park. it in the trunk or take them with you ...
...to move the shift lever out of Park when you have a manual transmission, put it does not indicate that the parking brake is firmly set the parking brake before driving away. The indicator on the parking mechanism in first gear. Driving with the key or the remote transmitter. ...Turn off the lights. If you have a manual transmission, put the transmission in Park. it in the trunk or take them with you ...
Owner's Manual
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... off the accelerator pedal. Resting your brake lights on the rear wheels are equipped with the brake wear indicators. Do not confuse this with front disc brakes. The Braking System All Civics are drum. Your brakes may sometimes squeal or squeak when you apply the brakes. The brakes on all models have the brake pads replaced, they will hear a distinctive...
... off the accelerator pedal. Resting your brake lights on the rear wheels are equipped with the brake wear indicators. Do not confuse this with front disc brakes. The Braking System All Civics are drum. Your brakes may sometimes squeal or squeak when you apply the brakes. The brakes on all models have the brake pads replaced, they will hear a distinctive...
Owner's Manual
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...242 Wheels and Tires ...243 Winter Driving ...243 Snow Tires ...243 Traction Devices...244 Lights ...245 Headlight Aiming ...247 Replacing Bulbs ...250 Storing Your Car ...254 Maintenance 195 Maintenance...Washers ...219 Transmission Fluid ...220 Automatic Transmission...220 5-speed Manual Transmission...222 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...223 Brake System ...223 Clutch System ...223 Power Steering ...224 Air Cleaner Element .........238 Inflation ...238 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks...
...242 Wheels and Tires ...243 Winter Driving ...243 Snow Tires ...243 Traction Devices...244 Lights ...245 Headlight Aiming ...247 Replacing Bulbs ...250 Storing Your Car ...254 Maintenance 195 Maintenance...Washers ...219 Transmission Fluid ...220 Automatic Transmission...220 5-speed Manual Transmission...222 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...223 Brake System ...223 Clutch System ...223 Power Steering ...224 Air Cleaner Element .........238 Inflation ...238 Recommended Tire Pressures for information on your Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks...
Owner's Manual
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...Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches Visually inspect the following items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots, Suspension components ... and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system, Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody Check parking brake adjustment Inspect and adjust drive belts Replace dust and pollen filter 1 Replace transmission fluid 24 36 48 60 Replace every 5,000 ...
...Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches Visually inspect the following items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots, Suspension components ... and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system, Fuel lines and connections Lights and controls, Vehicle underbody Check parking brake adjustment Inspect and adjust drive belts Replace dust and pollen filter 1 Replace transmission fluid 24 36 48 60 Replace every 5,000 ...
Owner's Manual
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...the fuel tank. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you fill the fuel tank. Windshield washer fluid ...Check the level in the reservoir monthly. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Maintenance 207 See ...
...the fuel tank. Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you are unsure of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, turn to use the washers frequently, check the reservoir each time you fill the fuel tank. Windshield washer fluid ...Check the level in the reservoir monthly. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Maintenance 207 See ...
Owner's Manual
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Lights Check the following: SIDE MARKER LIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT HIGH-MOUNT STOP LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount stop light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible. Refer to the chart on page 295 to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed. LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS STOP/TAILLIGHT BACK-UP LIGHT 246 Maintenance
Lights Check the following: SIDE MARKER LIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT HIGH-MOUNT STOP LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount stop light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible. Refer to the chart on page 295 to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed. LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS STOP/TAILLIGHT BACK-UP LIGHT 246 Maintenance
Owner's Manual
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Make sure the new bulb is working. Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it bottoms. 1. CONTINUED Maintenance 251 Reinstall the socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it locks. Turn it ...turn counterclockwise. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 2. Remove the socket from the light assembly by squeezing the tabs on both sides of its socket. Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb 1. Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb 3. Push the new bulb in the socket. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket....
Make sure the new bulb is working. Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it bottoms. 1. CONTINUED Maintenance 251 Reinstall the socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it locks. Turn it ...turn counterclockwise. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 2. Remove the socket from the light assembly by squeezing the tabs on both sides of its socket. Replacing a Rear License Plate Bulb 1. Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb 3. Push the new bulb in the socket. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket....
Owner's Manual
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Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Lights, Exterior Lights Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard, Turn Signals FI ECU Horn, Brake Light ABS F/S Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right Headlight Not Used Battery Ignition 1 Spare Fuses CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 287 P. Amps. 20 A 1 15 A 2 7.5 A 3 20 A 4 10 A 5 15 A 6 15 A 7 20 A 8 10 A 9 40 A 10 40 A 11 40 A 12 40 A 13 40 A 14 15 A 15 20 A 16 15 A 17 18 80 A 19 40 A 20 21 25 Circuits Protected Condenser Fan I.
Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Lights, Exterior Lights Interior Light Cooling Fan Hazard, Turn Signals FI ECU Horn, Brake Light ABS F/S Back Up ABS Motor Rear Defroster Heater Motor Power Window Option Left Headlight Door Lock Right Headlight Not Used Battery Ignition 1 Spare Fuses CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected 287 P. Amps. 20 A 1 15 A 2 7.5 A 3 20 A 4 10 A 5 15 A 6 15 A 7 20 A 8 10 A 9 40 A 10 40 A 11 40 A 12 40 A 13 40 A 14 15 A 15 20 A 16 15 A 17 18 80 A 19 40 A 20 21 25 Circuits Protected Condenser Fan I.
Owner's Manual
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... Control, Instruments ...71 Brights, Headlights ...70 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...251 Brake Lights...250 Ceiling Light ...253 Front Parking Lights ...248 Front Side Marker Lights...248 Headlights ...247 High-mount Brake Light ...251 License Plate Lights ...251 Rear Side Marker Lights ...250 Specifications ...294 Spotlights ...253 Trunk Light ...252 Turn Signal Lights ...248 Bulbs, Halogen ...247 CONTINUED B Battery Charging System Indicator...
... Control, Instruments ...71 Brights, Headlights ...70 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...251 Brake Lights...250 Ceiling Light ...253 Front Parking Lights ...248 Front Side Marker Lights...248 Headlights ...247 High-mount Brake Light ...251 License Plate Lights ...251 Rear Side Marker Lights ...250 Specifications ...294 Spotlights ...253 Trunk Light ...252 Turn Signal Lights ...248 Bulbs, Halogen ...247 CONTINUED B Battery Charging System Indicator...
Owner's Manual
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...Turning on ...70 Head Restraints ...88 Heating and Cooling ...104 High Altitude, Starting at ...177 High-Low Beam Switch ...70 High-mount Brake Light...247 Hood Latch ...226 Hood, Opening the ...164 Horn...69 Hydraulic Clutch ...223 Hydroplaning...194 G Gas Mileage, Improving...168 Gasohol ...... ...239 Inside Mirror ...94 Inspection, Tire ...240 Instrument Panel ...2, 58 Instrument Panel Brightness ...71 Interior Cleaning ...258 Interior Lights ...101 Introduction ...i J Jacking up the Car ...265 Jack, Tire ...265 Jump Starting ...273 I Identification Number, Vehicle...292 Ignition Keys...76 ...
...Turning on ...70 Head Restraints ...88 Heating and Cooling ...104 High Altitude, Starting at ...177 High-Low Beam Switch ...70 High-mount Brake Light...247 Hood Latch ...226 Hood, Opening the ...164 Horn...69 Hydraulic Clutch ...223 Hydroplaning...194 G Gas Mileage, Improving...168 Gasohol ...... ...239 Inside Mirror ...94 Inspection, Tire ...240 Instrument Panel ...2, 58 Instrument Panel Brightness ...71 Interior Cleaning ...258 Interior Lights ...101 Introduction ...i J Jacking up the Car ...265 Jack, Tire ...265 Jump Starting ...273 I Identification Number, Vehicle...292 Ignition Keys...76 ...