Owner's Manual
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... near the center. Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK Before Driving LATCH CLIP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 2. Put the support rod back into its tube. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. To close the hood, lift it drop. Put...
... near the center. Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD DIPSTICK Before Driving LATCH CLIP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 2. Put the support rod back into its tube. Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. To close the hood, lift it drop. Put...
Owner's Manual
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It should be between the upper and lower marks. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 220 . 184 Service Station Procedures DIPSTICK DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
It should be between the upper and lower marks. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 220 . 184 Service Station Procedures DIPSTICK DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
Owner's Manual
Page 168
...your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of snow or mud on adding the proper coolant. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 224 for information about checking other items on page 214 . The build-up of corrosion. Always drive in the radiator reserve ...tank. Before Driving MIN DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si MIN Look at the coolant level in the highest gear possible. Drive moderately. See Owner's Maintenance Checks on your vehicle's underside adds weight...
...your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of snow or mud on adding the proper coolant. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 224 for information about checking other items on page 214 . The build-up of corrosion. Always drive in the radiator reserve ...tank. Before Driving MIN DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si MIN Look at the coolant level in the highest gear possible. Drive moderately. See Owner's Maintenance Checks on your vehicle's underside adds weight...
Owner's Manual
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Manual Transmission cause your foot on the clutch pedal. This can Note: The engine can damage the transmission by trying to reverse while the vehicle is synchronized in this situation). ...any forward gear to shift into one of upshifting to second gear instead of the forward gears for smooth operation. the engine speed limiter will not work in all the way, shift to reverse. You can be damaged if you from shifting ... 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 . CONTINUED 195
Manual Transmission cause your foot on the clutch pedal. This can Note: The engine can damage the transmission by trying to reverse while the vehicle is synchronized in this situation). ...any forward gear to shift into one of upshifting to second gear instead of the forward gears for smooth operation. the engine speed limiter will not work in all the way, shift to reverse. You can be damaged if you from shifting ... 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 . CONTINUED 195
Owner's Manual
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... 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 engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the...
... 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 engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the...
Owner's Manual
Page 200
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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...weight is the proper weight. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Ambient Temperature 221 Si model: Synthetic Oil You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your vehicle. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W... display. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the container's label. You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. Ambient Temperature Maintenance An oil with a viscosity of your area never goes below 20°F ( 7°C).
...weight is the proper weight. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Ambient Temperature 221 Si model: Synthetic Oil You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your vehicle. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W... display. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the container's label. You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability. Ambient Temperature Maintenance An oil with a viscosity of your area never goes below 20°F ( 7°C).
Owner's Manual
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...oil and filter requires special tools and access from the bottom of the engine. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. 2. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. 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 vehicle should have this service. Remove the oil...
...oil and filter requires special tools and access from the bottom of the engine. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. 2. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly. 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 vehicle should have this service. Remove the oil...
Owner's Manual
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... for several minutes, then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks. 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. If it .... Install a new oil filter according to the engine block. Refill the engine with it does not, turn off...
... for several minutes, then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks. 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. If it .... Install a new oil filter according to the engine block. Refill the engine with it does not, turn off...
Owner's Manual
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...reserve tank is pre-mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Always use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to... bring it on the dipstick. Adding Engine Coolant RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Improper disposal of the used oil properly. Do not discard it in...bin or dump it up to a recycling center. Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant 9. If necessary, add more oil. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si If the coolant level in a sealed container and take it sit...
...reserve tank is pre-mixed with 50 percent antifreeze and 50 percent water. Always use Honda Long-life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant is at or below the MIN line, add coolant to... bring it on the dipstick. Adding Engine Coolant RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Improper disposal of the used oil properly. Do not discard it in...bin or dump it up to a recycling center. Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant 9. If necessary, add more oil. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si If the coolant level in a sealed container and take it sit...
Owner's Manual
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... the cooling system to spray out, seriously scalding you. Always let the engine and radiator cool down . Relieve any non-Honda coolant can cause the coolant to malfunction or fail. RADIATOR CAP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Maintenance 1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. Continued use another major-brand non-silicate coolant...
... the cooling system to spray out, seriously scalding you. Always let the engine and radiator cool down . Relieve any non-Honda coolant can cause the coolant to malfunction or fail. RADIATOR CAP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Maintenance 1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. Continued use another major-brand non-silicate coolant...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 Clean up to the base of the filler neck. it fully. 6. Put the cap back on , and tighten it could damage ... Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any spill immediately; Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 3. Put the radiator cap back on the reserve tank. Add coolant if it to your vehicle's cooling...
... 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 Clean up to the base of the filler neck. it fully. 6. Put the cap back on , and tighten it could damage ... Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill any spill immediately; Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si 3. Put the radiator cap back on the reserve tank. Add coolant if it to your vehicle's cooling...
Owner's Manual
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...help to condition the blade edges. This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in the windshield washer reservoir. Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX On Canadian models: The low washer level indicator comes on a clean cloth. 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 Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at ...
...help to condition the blade edges. This increases the cleaning capability and prevents freezing in the windshield washer reservoir. Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX On Canadian models: The low washer level indicator comes on a clean cloth. 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 Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at ...
Owner's Manual
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...fluid, contact your finger. Replace as soon as it securely. Correct Level DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Manual Transmission Fluid FILLER BOLT FILLER BOLT Si Correct Level Maintenance Check the fluid level with... the API Certification seal that says ''FOR GASOLINE ENGINES'' as shown in the illustration. If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. Remove the... and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with new fluid when this service is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to the edge of the hole. Insert the ...
...fluid, contact your finger. Replace as soon as it securely. Correct Level DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Manual Transmission Fluid FILLER BOLT FILLER BOLT Si Correct Level Maintenance Check the fluid level with... the API Certification seal that says ''FOR GASOLINE ENGINES'' as shown in the illustration. If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. Remove the... and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with new fluid when this service is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to the edge of the hole. Insert the ...
Owner's Manual
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Connect the other part of the engine. 5. Connect one jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Start the vehicle. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other end ... operates slowly, check that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Connect the other end to -metal contact. 260 Jump Starting Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si BOOSTER BATTERY 3.
Connect the other part of the engine. 5. Connect one jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Start the vehicle. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other end ... operates slowly, check that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Connect the other end to -metal contact. 260 Jump Starting Si DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si BOOSTER BATTERY 3.
Owner's Manual
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It 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 top of the transmission. The transmission number is on a label on the front.
It 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 top of the transmission. The transmission number is on a label on the front.
Owner's Manual
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...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) 55.0 in (1,396 mm) 104.3 in (2,650 mm) 59.0 in (1,499 mm) 60.1 in the engine 3 : U.S.: DX, LX, EX Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX 4 : Si 278 Change 2... Including filter Without filter Total Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Spark plugs 1 2 Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC 1, DOHC i-...
...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) 55.0 in (1,396 mm) 104.3 in (2,650 mm) 59.0 in (1,499 mm) 60.1 in the engine 3 : U.S.: DX, LX, EX Canada: DX, DX-G, LX, EX 4 : Si 278 Change 2... Including filter Without filter Total Engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs Spark plugs 1 2 Water cooled 4-stroke SOHC VTEC 1, DOHC i-...
Owner's Manual
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... emissions control systems. PGM-FI System then controls how much air is burned. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System On DX, LX, and EX models Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from your warranty manual for repairs. Using lower... remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. The powertrain control module (PCM) in automatic transmission vehicles or the engine control module (ECM) in reducing emissions to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of the ...
... emissions control systems. PGM-FI System then controls how much air is burned. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System On DX, LX, and EX models Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from your warranty manual for repairs. Using lower... remain low, you should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for more information. The powertrain control module (PCM) in automatic transmission vehicles or the engine control module (ECM) in reducing emissions to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of the ...
Owner's Manual
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It can set on HC, CO, and NOx. Keep the engine tuned-up. A replacement unit must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to air pollution, and can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the ... converter is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Have your engine's performance. Three Way Catalytic Converter DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si model Always use unleaded gasoline. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Park your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Follow these...
It can set on HC, CO, and NOx. Keep the engine tuned-up. A replacement unit must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to air pollution, and can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the ... converter is misfiring, backfiring, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Have your engine's performance. Three Way Catalytic Converter DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Si model Always use unleaded gasoline. The three way catalytic converter must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. Park your vehicle's three way catalytic converter. Follow these...
Owner's Manual
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... (see page 221 ). Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 ) Recommended Engine Oil: DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent ...oil (see page 231 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.6 US qt (4.4 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) preferred, or a DEXRON III ATF...
... (see page 221 ). Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 motor oil as a temporary replacement. Fuel Tank Capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 ) Recommended Engine Oil: DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent ...oil (see page 231 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.6 US qt (4.4 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Transmission Fluid) preferred, or a DEXRON III ATF...