Owner's Manual
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...from the hole. Make sure it all the way back in the hood. Push this handle up the hood. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it is securely latched. Wipe off before you can open the hood without lifting ... the designated hole in its clip by holding clip. Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK Before Driving LATCH CLIP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 2. Put your hand to release it drop. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (...
...from the hole. Make sure it all the way back in the hood. Push this handle up the hood. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it is securely latched. Wipe off before you can open the hood without lifting ... the designated hole in its clip by holding clip. Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK Before Driving LATCH CLIP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 2. Put your hand to release it drop. If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (...
Owner's Manual
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Service Station Procedures DIPSTICK DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 220 . 184 It should be between the upper and lower marks. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
Service Station Procedures DIPSTICK DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 220 . 184 It should be between the upper and lower marks. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
Owner's Manual
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... reduces the chance of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK MAX RESERVE TANK Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle according to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page ... information on page 214 . Refer to the maintenance minder displayed in the information display. Before Driving MIN DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si MIN Look at the coolant level in the highest gear possible. The build-up of corrosion. Drive moderately. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering...
... reduces the chance of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK MAX RESERVE TANK Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle according to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page ... information on page 214 . Refer to the maintenance minder displayed in the information display. Before Driving MIN DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si MIN Look at the coolant level in the highest gear possible. The build-up of corrosion. Drive moderately. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering...
Owner's Manual
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...manual transmission, the lockout system prevents you shift into one of upshifting to reverse while the vehicle is synchronized in this situation). the engine speed limiter will not work in all the way, shift to reverse. Manual Transmission cause your foot on the clutch pedal. Push ...moment. This stops the gears so they won't ''grind.'' On Si model Driving DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si The manual transmission is moving . This can Note: The engine can damage the transmission by trying to second gear instead of the forward gears for smooth operation. On vehicles ...
...manual transmission, the lockout system prevents you shift into one of upshifting to reverse while the vehicle is synchronized in this situation). the engine speed limiter will not work in all the way, shift to reverse. Manual Transmission cause your foot on the clutch pedal. Push ...moment. This stops the gears so they won't ''grind.'' On Si model Driving DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si The manual transmission is moving . This can Note: The engine can damage the transmission by trying to second gear instead of the forward gears for smooth operation. On vehicles ...
Owner's Manual
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... the information display to the ON (II) position, then push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page 64 ). 1: DX and Canadian DX-G 2: LX, EX, and Si CONTINUED 209 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items in your dealer perform...
... the information display to the ON (II) position, then push and release the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page 64 ). 1: DX and Canadian DX-G 2: LX, EX, and Si CONTINUED 209 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items in your dealer perform...
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual transmission only) (Light gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) RADIATOR CAP 218
Fluid Locations DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual transmission only) (Light gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) RADIATOR CAP 218
Owner's Manual
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... of your area never goes below 20°F ( 7°C). Ambient Temperature 221 DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets...-round protection in your vehicle, to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Si model: Synthetic Oil You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the container's label. Adding...
... of your area never goes below 20°F ( 7°C). Ambient Temperature 221 DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets...-round protection in your vehicle, to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Si model: Synthetic Oil You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the container's label. Adding...
Owner's Manual
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...have this service. DRAIN BOLT WASHER WASHER DRAIN BOLT DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 1. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. Changing the oil and filter requires special tools ...and access from the bottom of the engine. Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to ...
...have this service. DRAIN BOLT WASHER WASHER DRAIN BOLT DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 1. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. Changing the oil and filter requires special tools ...and access from the bottom of the engine. Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to ...
Owner's Manual
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... indicator should go out within 5 seconds. Changing the Oil and Filter OIL FILTER 6. Start the engine. Maintenance CONTINUED 223 Engine oil change capacity (including filter): DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 3.9 US qt (3.7 ) Si 4.6 US qt (4.4 ) DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 3. Put a new washer on the connecting surface of a new oil filter. 5. Refill the...
... indicator should go out within 5 seconds. Changing the Oil and Filter OIL FILTER 6. Start the engine. Maintenance CONTINUED 223 Engine oil change capacity (including filter): DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 3.9 US qt (3.7 ) Si 4.6 US qt (4.4 ) DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 3. Put a new washer on the connecting surface of a new oil filter. 5. Refill the...
Owner's Manual
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... properly. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. 224 DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si If the coolant level in a sealed container and take it sit for leaks. Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant 9. Turn off the engine, let it to bring it on the dipstick. Put it in the reserve tank... below the MIN line, add coolant to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it up to the environment. Always use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
... properly. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. 224 DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si If the coolant level in a sealed container and take it sit for leaks. Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant 9. Turn off the engine, let it to bring it on the dipstick. Put it in the reserve tank... below the MIN line, add coolant to a recycling center. Do not discard it in a trash bin or dump it up to the environment. Always use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Owner's Manual
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... cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as a temporary replacement. RADIATOR CAP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Maintenance 1. Relieve any non-Honda coolant can cause the coolant to malfunction or fail. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. CONTINUED... 225 Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Always let the engine and radiator cool ...
... cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as a temporary replacement. RADIATOR CAP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Maintenance 1. Relieve any non-Honda coolant can cause the coolant to malfunction or fail. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. CONTINUED... 225 Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Always let the engine and radiator cool ...
Owner's Manual
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Clean up to the base of the filler neck. Put the radiator cap back on the reserve tank. Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 3. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. They may not be up any . Fill it fully. 6. Pour the coolant slowly... add any rust inhibitors or other additives to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. The coolant level should be compatible with the coolant or engine components. 226 it is low. Put the cap back on , and tighten it to your vehicle's cooling system. Remove the radiator cap by pushing...
Clean up to the base of the filler neck. Put the radiator cap back on the reserve tank. Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 3. Pour coolant into the reserve tank. They may not be up any . Fill it fully. 6. Pour the coolant slowly... add any rust inhibitors or other additives to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. The coolant level should be compatible with the coolant or engine components. 226 it is low. Put the cap back on , and tighten it to your vehicle's cooling system. Remove the radiator cap by pushing...
Owner's Manual
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... freezing in the windshield washer reservoir. Maintenance Check the fluid level by removing the cap and looking at least monthly during normal use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in cold weather. 227 Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX On Canadian models: The low washer level indicator comes on a clean cloth.
... freezing in the windshield washer reservoir. Maintenance Check the fluid level by removing the cap and looking at least monthly during normal use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in cold weather. 227 Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX On Canadian models: The low washer level indicator comes on a clean cloth.
Owner's Manual
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... is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it securely. If it is not available, you are not sure how to the edge of the hole. Correct Level DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Manual Transmission Fluid FILLER BOLT FILLER BOLT Si Correct Level Maintenance Check ...Automatic Transmission Fluid, Manual Transmission Fluid 6. The automatic transmission should be drained and refilled with the API Certification seal that says ''FOR GASOLINE ENGINES'' as it is indicated by a maintenance message on level ground. If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. The fluid level should ...
... is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it securely. If it is not available, you are not sure how to the edge of the hole. Correct Level DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Manual Transmission Fluid FILLER BOLT FILLER BOLT Si Correct Level Maintenance Check ...Automatic Transmission Fluid, Manual Transmission Fluid 6. The automatic transmission should be drained and refilled with the API Certification seal that says ''FOR GASOLINE ENGINES'' as it is indicated by a maintenance message on level ground. If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. The fluid level should ...
Owner's Manual
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... motor still operates slowly, check that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Jump Starting Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si BOOSTER BATTERY 3. Connect the other part of the engine. 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that the jumper cables have good metal-to the...
... motor still operates slowly, check that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Jump Starting Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si BOOSTER BATTERY 3. Connect the other part of the engine. 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that the jumper cables have good metal-to the...
Owner's Manual
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The transmission number is stamped into the engine block. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER Si ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER 277 Identification Numbers The engine number is on a label on the front. It is on top of the transmission.
The transmission number is stamped into the engine block. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER Si ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER 277 Identification Numbers The engine number is on a label on the front. It is on top of the transmission.
Owner's Manual
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... (81.0 x 87.3 mm) 3.39 x 3.39 in (86 x 86 mm) 110 cu-in (1,799 cm ) 1 122 cu-in the engine 3 : U.S.: DX, LX, EX Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX 4 : Si 278 Vehicles Windshield 2.6 US qt (2.5 ) Canada washer 4.8 US qt (4.5 ) Vehicles reservoir 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve...11KS DENSO: SK22PR-M11S Manual transmission fluid Change Total 1 : DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 2 : Si Change Automatic transmission Total fluid U.S. Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Change Engine coolant Total 1 Front Rear 174.8 in (4,440 mm) 68.9 in (1,751 mm) 55...
... (81.0 x 87.3 mm) 3.39 x 3.39 in (86 x 86 mm) 110 cu-in (1,799 cm ) 1 122 cu-in the engine 3 : U.S.: DX, LX, EX Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX 4 : Si 278 Vehicles Windshield 2.6 US qt (2.5 ) Canada washer 4.8 US qt (4.5 ) Vehicles reservoir 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve...11KS DENSO: SK22PR-M11S Manual transmission fluid Change Total 1 : DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 2 : Si Change Automatic transmission Total fluid U.S. Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Change Engine coolant Total 1 Front Rear 174.8 in (4,440 mm) 68.9 in (1,751 mm) 55...
Owner's Manual
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...It The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system takes some of your vehicle. Through chemical reactions, it back into the engine. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System On DX, LX, and EX models Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to control the... engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda...
...It The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system takes some of your vehicle. Through chemical reactions, it back into the engine. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System On DX, LX, and EX models Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together to control the... engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Honda...
Owner's Manual
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... otherwise not running properly. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Have your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Follow ...take place. It can set on HC, CO, and NOx. Technical Information 285 Keep the engine tuned-up. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can impair your vehicle away from high..., and can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Park your engine's performance. A replacement unit must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to as...
... otherwise not running properly. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Have your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Follow ...take place. It can set on HC, CO, and NOx. Technical Information 285 Keep the engine tuned-up. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can impair your vehicle away from high..., and can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Park your engine's performance. A replacement unit must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to as...
Owner's Manual
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...ATF as a temporary replacement (see page 228 ). Capacity (including differential): DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX: 1.5 US qt (1.4 ) Si: 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Power Steering Fluid: All models except Si: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 221 ...). Si: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 ) Recommended Engine Oil: DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX:...
...ATF as a temporary replacement (see page 228 ). Capacity (including differential): DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX: 1.5 US qt (1.4 ) Si: 1.6 US qt (1.5 ) Power Steering Fluid: All models except Si: Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 221 ...). Si: Premium unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 ) Recommended Engine Oil: DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX:...