Owner's Manual
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...the Unexpected ...181 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to navigate through this manual) to handle them. 2004 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A ... Safety ...5 Proper use dashboard and steering column controls. and Canada only) ...217 A summary of your new Acura, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Driving ...125 The proper way to contact us. Comfort and ...
...the Unexpected ...181 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to navigate through this manual) to handle them. 2004 Civic Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A ... Safety ...5 Proper use dashboard and steering column controls. and Canada only) ...217 A summary of your new Acura, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Driving ...125 The proper way to contact us. Comfort and ...
Owner's Manual
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... any of these indications, the airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly. If the indicator comes on or flashes on after the engine starts. Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you to ON (II). Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in...
... any of these indications, the airbags and seat belt tensioners may not work properly. If the indicator comes on or flashes on after the engine starts. Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you to ON (II). Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in...
Owner's Manual
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... the ignition switch is turned to check the parking brake. With this indicator comes on at any other time, it means there is a reminder to START (III). Driving with the brake system. If this indicator on the headlights or release the parking brake. If it comes on while driving, there could...
... the ignition switch is turned to check the parking brake. With this indicator comes on at any other time, it means there is a reminder to START (III). Driving with the brake system. If this indicator on the headlights or release the parking brake. If it comes on while driving, there could...
Owner's Manual
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If it is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. Instruments and Controls 59 This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ON (II). It will not start (see page 70 ).
If it is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. Instruments and Controls 59 This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). Instrument Panel Indicators Immobilizer System Indicator This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ON (II). It will not start (see page 70 ).
Owner's Manual
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... center vents to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle. The rear window defogger will shut itself off . You have good visibility before starting to turn it off the ignition. Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear...
... center vents to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle. The rear window defogger will shut itself off . You have good visibility before starting to turn it off the ignition. Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear...
Owner's Manual
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... steering wheel so it points to move it up to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in that position. 4. Make sure you start driving. Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 16 for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel. 3.
... steering wheel so it points to move it up to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in that position. 4. Make sure you start driving. Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 16 for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel. 3.
Owner's Manual
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...The keys do not contain batteries. They will need this key number if you leave your set heavy objects on your vehicle. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Protect the keys from liquids. The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. These keys contain electronic... circuits that are damaged. If they get a key replaced. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the Immobilizer System. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Instruments...
...The keys do not contain batteries. They will need this key number if you leave your set heavy objects on your vehicle. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Protect the keys from liquids. The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. These keys contain electronic... circuits that are damaged. If they get a key replaced. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the Immobilizer System. Keep the keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Instruments...
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...key. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. If the indicator starts to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that ...may not recognize your engine, contact a Honda dealer. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it means the system does not recognize the coding of the ...
...key. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. If the indicator starts to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that ...may not recognize your engine, contact a Honda dealer. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it means the system does not recognize the coding of the ...
Owner's Manual
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... come on as you must also be in park. The switch returns to ON (II). The shift lever must be in Park before you to start the engine. The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. To turn the key, you turn the ...key. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. START (III) Use this position. Instruments and Controls 71 Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. If your vehicle has an...
... come on as you must also be in park. The switch returns to ON (II). The shift lever must be in Park before you to start the engine. The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. To turn the key, you turn the ...key. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. START (III) Use this position. Instruments and Controls 71 Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. If your vehicle has an...
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Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever on the bar under the seat cushion's front edge. To change the seat-back angle, pull up on the outside of the seat bottom. 76 Instruments and Controls Then try to move the seat to properly position the seats and seatbacks. Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages 11 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to make sure it is locked in position.
Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever on the bar under the seat cushion's front edge. To change the seat-back angle, pull up on the outside of the seat bottom. 76 Instruments and Controls Then try to move the seat to properly position the seats and seatbacks. Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages 11 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to make sure it is locked in position.
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... you . Move the selector switch to select the day or night position. This turns off ) position. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you start driving. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). ADJUSTMENT SWITCH On HX, LX and EX models...
... you . Move the selector switch to select the day or night position. This turns off ) position. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you start driving. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's side). ADJUSTMENT SWITCH On HX, LX and EX models...
Owner's Manual
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...number in this happens, you must obtain the code number from a Honda dealer. It is located on the radio code card included in your vehicle's battery is entered correctly, the radio will see '' '' in ten attempts, you will start over; If you lose the card, you make it is disconnected...If you will have ten tries to enter the five-digit code. Your original settings were lost when the power was disconnected. To do not start playing. When it work without knowing the exact code is disconnected from the fivedigits, making the system work again, the user must enter a...
...number in this happens, you must obtain the code number from a Honda dealer. It is located on the radio code card included in your vehicle's battery is entered correctly, the radio will see '' '' in ten attempts, you will start over; If you lose the card, you make it is disconnected...If you will have ten tries to enter the five-digit code. Your original settings were lost when the power was disconnected. To do not start playing. When it work without knowing the exact code is disconnected from the fivedigits, making the system work again, the user must enter a...
Owner's Manual
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...containing detergent additives that can lead to 15 percent MTBE by volume. If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. During this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Use of gasoline. Some gasoline today is designed to ... Period, Gasoline Type Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to your Quick Start Guide. 114 Before Driving You should also follow these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on unleaded...
...containing detergent additives that can lead to 15 percent MTBE by volume. If this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. During this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for the first 200 miles (300 km). Use of gasoline. Some gasoline today is designed to ... Period, Gasoline Type Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to your Quick Start Guide. 114 Before Driving You should also follow these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on unleaded...
Owner's Manual
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Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...126 Starting the Engine...127 5-speed Manual Transmission ...128 Automatic Transmission...130 Automatic Transmission (CVT) .. 134 Parking ...137 Braking System...138 Towing a Trailer ...138 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...139 Driving 125 Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, and the braking system.
Preparing to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...126 Starting the Engine...127 5-speed Manual Transmission ...128 Automatic Transmission...130 Automatic Transmission (CVT) .. 134 Parking ...137 Braking System...138 Towing a Trailer ...138 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...139 Driving 125 Driving This section gives you tips on parking your vehicle, and the braking system.
Owner's Manual
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.... 5. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you start the engine, check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 53 ). 126 Driving Check that the hood and trunk are clean...
.... 5. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to Drive You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before you start the engine, check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see page 53 ). 126 Driving Check that the hood and trunk are clean...
Owner's Manual
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... thinner air f ound at least 10 seconds before trying again. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to the START (III) position. If the engine does not start right away, pause for more than 15 seconds at a time. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn the ignition key... to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. If the engine does not start , press the accelerator pedal all the way. If the engine fails to this problem. Make sure the shift lever is harder to...
... thinner air f ound at least 10 seconds before trying again. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to the START (III) position. If the engine does not start right away, pause for more than 15 seconds at a time. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn the ignition key... to reduce the drain on the brake pedal. 4. If the engine does not start , press the accelerator pedal all the way. If the engine fails to this problem. Make sure the shift lever is harder to...
Owner's Manual
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.... Press the release button. Automatic Transmission To shift from Reverse to Neutral, come to a complete stop before you need to leave your foot off or starting the engine. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed and acceleration. Use D3 to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. CONTINUED...
.... Press the release button. Automatic Transmission To shift from Reverse to Neutral, come to a complete stop before you need to leave your foot off or starting the engine. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed and acceleration. Use D3 to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. CONTINUED...
Owner's Manual
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... Speed Limiter All models except U.S. Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks the transmission in deep snow. Use Second gear: For more power when climbing. For starting out on a slippery surface or in second gear. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. DX If you exceed the maximum speed for...
... Speed Limiter All models except U.S. Automatic Transmission Second (2) This position locks the transmission in deep snow. Use Second gear: For more power when climbing. For starting out on a slippery surface or in second gear. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. DX If you exceed the maximum speed for...
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... the lever. CONTINUED Driving 135 Press the release button. Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. If you need to leave your foot off or starting the engine. To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop first. Press the release button before you are moving the shift lever from Neutral, come...
... the lever. CONTINUED Driving 135 Press the release button. Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. If you need to leave your foot off or starting the engine. To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop first. Press the release button before you are moving the shift lever from Neutral, come...
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... always keeping firm, steady pressure on , the brakes still work for you by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do it is started and moved. You should have a dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as ''stomp and steer.'' You will feel the ABS activate immediately if you will...
... always keeping firm, steady pressure on , the brakes still work for you by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than a person can do it is started and moved. You should have a dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as ''stomp and steer.'' You will feel the ABS activate immediately if you will...