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1.                  Skip Button  US  LX  Canada  EX    The circuit senses silent passages between songs or programs on a  tape  Push upward to automatically advance to the beginning of the  next song  or downward to return to the beginning of the song just  played     NOTE    Tapes that contain short silent passages between songs  a high level  of noise between songs  or silent passages within a song may not be  suitable for this function     78     Metal Indicator  METAL MTL   Except Canada  LX    Most metal or CrO2 cassettes are coded with slots on their back  edge  If such a cassette is inserted  the player will detect the slots  and automatically switch to the proper equalization for full  enjoyment of metal CrOz tapes  The indicator light will go on when  coded cassettes are played      OEject  EJECT    Push this button to stop and eject the tape    Ignition Key OFF Eject  The cassette being played will be automat   ically ejected when the ignition or the unit is turned off     NOTE    When one side of the tape ends   Auto Reverse  will automatically  begin playing the other side  therefore  you must push the eject  button to stop or remove the tape      CLEAN Indicator Light   After 50 hours of cassette tape play  the light will come on as a  reminder to clean the tape heads  If the light comes on and the tape  heads were not cleaned at the recommended 30 hours of usage  see  maintenance section in the next page   they should be cleaned  immediately  To reset  push the ind
2.       24  Door LOCKS ssiri  Driving With Pets        Seat back Position          Storing Cargo Safety   Advice For Pregnant Women        18   Air Conditioner       Operation        Air Filter     Air Pressure  Tires               Aluminum Alloy Wheels  ANTONINA          cccceeccceeseeeeeessseeeeeeeee  Antifreeze    See  Radiator coolant   Anti lock Brake System  ABS       34            Anti lock Brake Fluid              116   ABS Warning Light           0     41  Anti theft Steering Column Lock   SYSLOM cveisaziveevisesetivesnssiseriecats 86  Appearance Care ou    133  AINE V 58  Audio System         cece eee 71    Automatic Transmission       PIWIG E  Operation  Shift Lever Position Indicator  38  B  Battery  Charging System Warning Light    39  Jump Starting    144  Maintenance    122  Specification    ee 149    Beeper System  Fasten Seat Belt Beeper             Key Reminder     Light Reminder Chime       Belts Seat sicecicsccivinitiancivacen ng  See  The Seat Belt System  and How it Work        Beverage Holder   Body Repair                       Brake Warning Light            0    41  Brakes  Anti lock Brake System   ABS  nens 34  Anti lock Brake Fluid              116    Index       ABS Warning Light                   41  Brake Failure Warning Light     41  Brake FIUIC          eee 116  Brake System Design             15  Brake Wear    115  Brake Wear Indicators            115  Parking Brake    54  Parking Brake Warning Light   41  Break in Period    2  Bulb  Replacement 
3.      Body Repair Manual    This manual describes the procedures involved in the replacement of  damaged body parts     Valid only for sales within the U S  Canadian owners should contact their  authorized Honda dealer     ORDER TOLL FREE  1 800 782 4356   NOTE  For Credit Card Holder Orders Only     Monday   Friday 800 AM   600PM EST        MINIMUM CREDIT CARD PURCHASE  10 00        OR    By completing this form you can order the materials desired  You can pay by check or money  order  or charge to your credit card  Mail to Helm  Incorporated at the address shown below     ary   PRICE   TOTAL    ar   EACH    PRICE     Prices are effective until April  00 After that date contact Helm     Incorporated for current prices and stock availability MICH PURCHASES ADD  6  SALES TAX    Orders are mailed within 10 days Please allow adequate time  for delivery    GRAND TOTAL    NOTE Dealers and Companses please provide dealer or company name and also the name of the person to  whose attention the shipment should be sent For purchases outside US A please write to the address below for  a quotation       Customer Name Attention       Street Address No PO Box Number Apartment Number       City State  amp  Zip Code    Daytime Telephone Number       Check or money order enclosed payable to Helm Inc US funds only  Do not send cash    Checx here if your billing address   s different  Master Card C  VISA C  from the shiping address shown below  Account ir  tion  Ne LEP ILE  LDL    CUSTOMER SIGNA
4.     Head Restraints   The head restraints are designed to help reduce injuries due to  whiplash  They are located at the top of each seat back and have  several height positions  They can be adjusted by pulling up to the  recommended position  To lower them  slide the button next to the  restraint s height bar  while pushing the restraint down    Adjust so the top of the restraint is approximately level with the  tops of your ears    If a head restraint must be removed  for cleaning  fabric repair  etc    pull the restraint up to its highest position  then slide the button  while pulling the restraint out    To reinstall  reverse the above procedure        a WARNING    e Do not drive the car with head restraints removed   e Do not try to adjust head restraints while driving      cont d     7    Seats  cont d     Driver s Lumbar Support    US  EX  Canada  EX R    Support of the lower back can be  adjusted by turning the knob on the  driver s armrest to give more or less  support        WARNING    Do not try to adjust lumbar support  while driving  Make the adjustment  while sitting in your normal driving  position before driving away     Driver s Seat Center Armrest    US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    The angle of the driver s armrest on  the driver s seat adjusts to five  positions  To lower the armrest   push the button on the driver s side  of the armrest and lower the  armrest     a WARNING    Do not try to adjust the armrest  while driving  Make the adjustment  before drivin
5.     Wipe the vinyl with a clean  damp cloth or sponge  Stains can be  removed with a commercially available vinyl cleaner     aWARNING    Do not use thinner  gasoline  kerosene  naphtha  or other solvents  on the interior  They are toxic  flammable  and hazardous and  could damage the material you re cleaning     Windows   A 10 to 1 mix of water and white vinegar  or a commercially  available glass cleaner may be used to clean windows and to remove  the dust film sometimes caused by the ingredients used in interior  vinyls and plastics     NOTE   Do not put this solution in the windshield washer reservoir  it will  damage the windshield washer pump     Be careful not to scratch or damage the defogger wires when clean   ing the inside of the rear window  wipe the window horizontally  along the wires  not up and down    Dry the windows with a lint free cloth or paper towel  Keep all the  windows clean for maximum visibility      cont d     133    Appearance Care  cont d     Exterior Care    Washing   Rinse all loose dirt off the car by spraying it with lukewarm or cold  water  Do not use hot water    Wash using a soft bristle brush  sponge or cloth with water  containing a mild detergent such as a liquid dishwashing detergent   Remove oil  tar  tree sap  etc   with tar remover or turpentine   Remove road salt  insects  etc   with mild detergent and lukewarm    painted surfaces    Rinse the car well  Promptly wipe with a chamois or soft towel to  prevent water spotting  Do not l
6.    125  Specification    149  Buzzet            See  Beeper System   Cc  Capacities    148  Care and Cleaning               183  Catalytic Converter         00  0 155  Certification Label  Chains  Tires           cccccceeeesseeeeeeeees  Check Engine Warning Light          40  Child Proof Door Locks nsee 5  Child Safety    27       General Guidlines for  Restraining Children Under    40 Pounds  18kQ                 28  Important Safety Reminders    28  Using a Seat Belt   Locking Clip        0 ee 32  Using Child Restraints   With Tethers             ceee 31    Restraining an Infant   Who Weighs Less Than   20 Pounds  9kQ         00   00  29  Restraining a Child   Who Weighs Between   20 and 40 Pounds    9 and 18kQ         ee 30  Restraining a Child   Who Weighs Over   40 Pounds  18kQ             0  Storing a Child Seat     Where Should Children Sit       27          CLUTCH FLUID inimesse 117  COMPACT Spare Tire                  138  Coolant Temperature Gauge         37  Cooling with A C     64    cont d     159    Index  cont d                 Cooling System         0 ee 112  Crankcase Emission Control System       153  Cruise Control  Indicator                Operation  D  Daytime Running Light  DRL          51  DRL Indicator Light                   42  Defogger   Defroster  Dimmer Switch  Headlights           49  Doors  Child Proof Door Lock                 5  LOCKS   is sciesivesct scenaseenteasceeanceseaiee  Power Door Locks  Warning Light  Door Locks                Drivin
7.    The ABS is self checking  If    anything goes wrong  the ABS  indicator on the instrument panel  comes on  see page 41    This    means the Anti lock function of the   braking system has shut down  The     N  brakes still work like a conventional   system providing normal stopping ability  You should have the    dealer inspect your car as soon as possible     The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels  When  replacing tires  use the same size originally supplied with the car   Tire size and construction can affect wheel speed and may cause  the system to work inconsistently     A car with an ABS may require a longer distance to stop on loose or  uneven surfaces than an equivalent car without ABS  The ABS  cannot make up for road conditions or bad judgment  It is still your  responsibility to drive at reasonable speeds for weather and traffic  conditions  and to leave a margin of safety     CAUTION   Be careful not to damage the wiring or the speed sensors at the  back of each wheel when removing mud or snow from the wheel  housings     34    Instrument Panel                   CRUISE CONTROL WIPER WASHER  MASTER SWITCH SWITCH REAR   Except US  DX  HAZARD WINDOW  MOONROOF SWITCH WARNING DIGITAL DEFOGGER  LIGHT  US  EX  Canada  EX R  SWITCH CLOCK SWITCH       SWITCH                                                                          HEATING     COIN IGNITION COOLING  BOX SWITCH CONTROL  PANEL GLOVE BOX  ASHTRAY  TILT STEERING CIGARETTE  RELEASE ADJUSTMENT PANEL L
8.   BRAKE LIGHTS     To connect your car s taillights to a trailer  an electrical converter  must be installed in the car  Your car has separate bulbs for brake   red  and turn signal lights  amber   while most trailers use the same  bulb for brake and turn signal lights  A converter  available at most  trailer supply stores  should be installed according to the instruc   tions supplied by the converter manufacturer     For information regarding trailer hitch and trailer electrical wiring  availability  contact your Honda dealer or American Honda Motor Co    Inc   for US cars   or Honda Canada  for Canada cars   See page 83  for American Honda and Honda Canada addresses     CAUTION   Connections to your car s electrical system should be made by  your Honda dealer or a qualified electrician  Improper installation  may damage your vehicle s electrical system and cause a  malfunction of the lights     Break in Schedule  Do not tow a trailer during the 600 miles  1 000 km  break in period   see page 2     Maintenance   If you tow a trailer  your vehicle will require more frequent  maintenance due to the additional load  Refer to the  Maintenance  schedule under severe driving conditions  on page 104 for specific  information      cont d     97    Towing a Trailer  cont d     Before Towing   With the car and trailer completely loaded and parked on a level  surface  confirm that the tongue loading is correct  If the car has an  abnormal nose up or nose down attitude  check for improp
9.   E   Tr    Panel Brightness Control   When the light switch is in either of  the two  on  positions  the inten   sity of the instrument lights can be  adjusted  Push the button so it pops  out  then turn the panel brightness  control knob     Ignition Switch Light    US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    This light will illuminate the switch  for several seconds after the driver s  door is closed        50    Interior Light   The interior light has a three posi   tion switch  The light is off all the  time in the OFF position  In the mid   dle position  it goes on only when a  door is opened  In the ON position  it  is on all the time        Daytime Running Lights  Canada Cars    With the ignition ON  position Il  and the headlight switch OFF  the  high beam headlights will come on at one half power when the  parking brake is released  This type of lighting is called  Daytime  Running Lights  or DRL  The DRL turns off when you turn the  ignition switch off     If the parking brake is reapplied without switching the ignition off   the  Daytime Running Lights  will remain on     51    Cruise Control  Except US  DX     Cruise Control   The Cruise Control system allows you to set and automatically  maintain any speed above 25 mph  40 km h  without keeping your  foot on the accelerator  As its name implies  it is meant for cruising  on straight  uncongested highways or freeways  It is not  recommended to be used in traffic  on winding roads or in bad  weather conditions where the driver 
10.   In order to comply with U S  and Canada Federal Emissions  Regulations  you must use unleaded fuels of the recommended  octane rating  These fuels may not be available in other countries  If  you intend taking your car outside the U S  or Canada  write to  Honda  stating the year and model of your car  at the address shown  for information regarding modifications you may need to have done     U S  Owners  American Honda Motor Co   Inc   Consumer Affairs  1919 Torrance Blvd   Torrance  CA 90501 2746    Canadian Owners  Honda Canada    715 Milner Avenue  Scarborough  Ontario M1B 2K8     cont d     83    Gasoline  cont d     Fuel Filler Door and Cap    a WARNING    Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain  conditions  Perform this operation in a well ventilated area with  the engine stopped  Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks  in the area or where gasoline is stored    The fuel filler door is opened by pulling up on the lever at the left  side of the driver s seat    The door will lock automatically when closed  push it until it clicks   CAUTION    You may hear a hiss when you open the filler cap  This sound is  residual pressure escaping from the fuel tank  Open the cap slowly  and remove the cap after the hissing stops  Fuel spray may cause  injury  Do not overfill the tank  fill only until the gas pump clicks off  automatically and never top off    NOTE    The filler cap is a screw in ratchetting type  Tighten the cap  clockwise until ratchett
11.   You can store  a total of 6 stations on AM and 12 on FM    4  You can tune to a preset station by pushing its corresponding  preset button     NOTE     US  EX  Canada  EX R    The Auto Select Button must be off before the Preset Station  Selection can be used      Auto Select Button  US  EX  Canada  EX R    If you are visiting a new broadcast area  you can quickly enter into  memory the stronger stations in that area by simply pushing the  Auto Select Button  The radio will then automatically scan both the  AM and FM bands and temporarily memorize up to six stations in  each  With the Auto Select Button on  these stations can then be  tuned by pushing the preset buttons  Manually preset stations  remain memorized for use when you return to your normal  broadcast area  but are only selectable with the Auto Select Button  off     Stereo Indicator   This lights up when a FM broadcast in stereo is being received  It will  flash when the signal strength diminishes  If it flashes  good stereo  reception cannot be expected  Stereo reception is available only for  FM stereo broadcasts  not for AM stereo broadcasts     74    Tape Operation     Canada  LX                                                                   US  LX   Canada EX   ices i   EJECT   awmi   US  EX     Canada  EX R                           Tape Direction Indicator   With the cassette inserted  A  side up  the indicator   A   will light  when the  A  side is playing  the indicator   w   will light when the   B 
12.   do not use  ATF or any other brand of power steering fluid   because it will damage the system        AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO   INC   1919 Torrance Blvd   Torrance California 90501    I       1991 Honda Motor Co   Ltd    All Rights Reserved  31SM4620 CRITE 3000 2000 03N  00X31 SM4 6201 PRINTED IN U S A                                                                    
13.   put the master key in the  lock and turn clockwise  The trunk lid opener lever is lockable with  the master key        MASTER KEY    AWARNING    Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to keep poisonous carbon  monoxide exhaust fumes out of the interior  prolonged exposure  can cause unconsciousness that may lead to death     Child Proof Door Locks   The child proof door locks are de   signed to prevent accidental open     ing of the rear doors  To activate  the locks  push down the lock tabs  located on each door  then close the  doors  When the doors are locked in       from the outside        Seats    Front Seat   Adjust the seat position by pulling up on the adjustment lever under  the front edge of the seat cushion  and sliding the seat to the  desired position  Then release the lever and make sure the seat is  locked in position by moving it back and forth        The angle of the seat back can be changed by pulling up on the lever  at the outside edge of the seat and leaning forward or back  Release  the lever and let the seat lock into place when it reaches the desired  angle    Seat belts are most effective when the driver and passenger are  sitting up straight and well back in each seat     a WARNING    Do not adjust the driver s seat while the car is moving  the seat  could move suddenly  causing loss of vehicle control    e To reduce the risk of sliding under the seat belts in a collision   the seat backs should be reclined no more than is necessary for  comfort 
14.   remaining in the engine     2 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine     3 US Cars    4 Canada Cars    148    Engine  Type       Water cooled 4 stroke  OHC gasoline engine  85 0 x 95 0 mm  3 35 x 3 74 in    2 156 cm   131 5 cu in   8 8                  Bore x Stroke  Displacement  Compression ratio                                                      Spark plug See spark plug maintenance section page 120   Alignment  Toe in Front O mm  0 0 in   Rear 2 0 mm  0 08 in   Camber _ Front 0    Rear    0   30     Caster Front 3    Battery       Capacity 12V    52AH                                                                Fuses  Under hood See the relay box cover under the hood   Under dash See the fuse label attached to the inside of the  fuse compartment door under the dashboard   Lights  Headlights 12V     6555W  Front turn signal lights 12V     45CP  SAE3497   Front position lights 12V     5W  6CP   SAE3652   Rear turn signal lights 12V     32CP  SAE1156   Stop Taillights 12V     32 2CP  SAE2057     Side marker lights Front 123V     5W  Rear 12V     3 4W  3CP   Back up lights 12V     32CP  SAE1156   High mount brake lamp 12V     45CP  SAE3497     License lights   12V _    8W  4CP   interior light   12V     8w  Trunk light   12V     3 4W  Vanity mirror light   12V     1 8W  Door coutesy lights   12V     34W                149    Identification Numbers    The Vehicle Identification Number  V I N   is stamped on a plate  attached to the top left side of the dashboard    It
15.  DO NOT have greater  load limits than those on the label      cont d     127    Tires  cont d     Winter Driving   Tires marked  M   S  or  all season  have an all weather tread  design and should be suitable for most driving conditions  However   snow tires and tire chains may be required under some conditions  If  your tires do not have these markings  they may not be suitable for  winter driving conditions  We recommend snow tires or tire chains  for snow and icy conditions     Snow Tires   If you use snow tires  they should be of the same size  construction  and load capacity as the original tires on your car  Snow tires must  be installed in sets of four  or they may cause poor handling  Driving  with snow tires on dry roads can reduce your car s performance  during acceleration  turning and stopping    If you need further information on snow tires  please contact your  Honda dealer     Tire Chains   Use chains only when conditions require them  Check with local  authorities or Provinces for requirements prior to installing tire  chains  Make sure the chains are the right size for your tires  Install  them only on the drive wheels of your car  and do so as tightly as  possible  following the manufacturer s instructions  If metal chains  are used  they must be SAE Class  S   Cable type traction devices  can also be used    Drive slowly with chains installed  If you hear the chains contacting  your car s body or chassis  stop and tighten them     CAUTION    e If the conta
16.  Seat Belt Maintenance  For safety  you should check the condition of your seat belts  regularly     Pull out each belt fully and look for frays  cuts  burns  and wear   Check that the latches work smoothly and the lap shoulder belts  retract easily  Any belt not in good condition or not working  properly should be replaced     If a seat belt is worn during a crash  have your dealer replace the  belt and check the anchors for damage     If your seat belts get dirty  you can use a soft brush to clean them  with a mixture of mild soap and warm water  Do not use bleach  dye   or cleaning solvents  They can weaken the belt material  Let the  belts air dry before you use the car     Dirt build up in the metal loops of the seat belt anchors can cause    the belts to retract slowly  Wipe the inside of the loops with a clean  cloth dampened in isopropyl  alcohol     18    Supplemental Restraint System    All Accords sold in the U S  are equipped with a Supplemental  Restraint System  SRS    This system is available on the EX R and  EX models in Canada      FRONTAL COLLISION RANGE       The Supplemental Restraint System includes an airbag to help  protect your head and chest during a severe frontal collision  This  system does not replace your seat belt  t supplements  or adds to   the protection offered by your seat belt     a WARNING    Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of serious injury or  death in a crash  even if you have airbags     Be sure you and your passengers al
17.  Steer straight ahead    e Towing a trailer in bad weather will magnify any difficulty in  controlling the car caused by the weather itself  Avoid sudden  maneuvers  slow down and use extra caution    e Be careful when passing other vehicles  Passing requires  considerable distance because of the added weight and length  of your trailer     98    CAUTION    e Before starting out  check the operation of the lights and all car   trailer connections  After driving a short distance  stop and  recheck the lights and connections    e Reversing is difficult and requires practice  While backing up   the trailer may pivot off course  To correct for this  grip the  bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the left to  move the trailer to the left  or to the right to move the trailer to  the right  Turn the steering wheel a little at a time  and keep the  speed very low  Have someone guide you when backing    e To help prevent overheating of the brakes  shift into a lower  gear to make use of engine braking before descending steep or  long grades  Do not make sudden downshifts    e Pay strict attention to the coolant temperature gauge when  going up hills  Because of the added load of the trailer  your car s  engine may overheat on hot days  Turning off the air conditioner  will reduce the load on the cooling system    e On cars equipped with automatic transmission       Do not hold the car stationary on an incline by using the  accelerator pedal  this can cause the transmissi
18.  across the hips   It is similar to safety belts used in airplanes        LATCH PLATE BUCKLE    Wearing Seat Belts Properly   You can increase the effectiveness of your seat belts if you take a  little time to read the following pages and make sure you know how  to wear seat belts properly     a WARNING    Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious  injury or death in a crash     Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear  them properly      cont d     13    The Seat Belt System and How It Works  cont d     Wearing a Lap Shoulder Belt   Before putting on a front seat belt  be sure your seat is adjusted  forward or backward to a good driving or riding position and the  back of your seat is upright  see page 24      1  Pull the latch plate across you body and insert it into the buckle   Tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked        2  Check that the belt is not twisted     3  Position the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your  hips  not across your stomach  This lets your strong pelvic bones  take the force of a crash        14    4  Pull up on the shoulder part of the belt to remove any slack  Make  sure the belt goes over your collarbone and across your chest  Do  not place the belt under your arm or behind your back  This could  increase your chance of serious injuries in a crash        5  If the belt crosses your neck  you need to adjust the belt anchor  height or your seating position     Front 
19.  airbag might not inflate when you need it     e When the car is ten years old  Get the system inspected  The  production date is on the left rear door jamb for your convenience     System Service Precautions   Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of the  supplemental restraint system  Modifications could make the  system ineffective     Do not tamper with the system components or wiring  This could  cause the airbag to inflate inadvertently  possibly injuring someone  very seriously     Tell anyone who works on your car that you have a supplemental  restraint system  Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in  the official Honda service manual could result in personal injury or  damage to the system     Scrapping an entire car that has an uninflated airbag can be  dangerous  Get assistance from a Honda dealer if your car must be  scrapped     If you sell your car  please be sure to tell the new owner that the car    has a supplemental restraint system  Alert them to the information  and precautions in this part of the owner s manual     23    Additional Safety Information    Your seat belts and airbag are obviously important parts of your  occupant protection system     In addition  you should know that sitting upright  adjusting the head  restraints to the proper positions  locking the doors  and stowing  things properly can increase your safety and possibly even save  your life     Seat back Position  The seat backs should be in an upright position 
20.  also appears on the Certification label  Canada cars  Canada Motor  Vehicle Safety Standard Compliance Label  attached to the left rear  door jamb  as well as under the hood on the body  directly behind  the engine     NOTE   The V I N  is also provided in bar code on the Certification label             C       VEHICLE CERTIFICATION  IDENTIFICATION LABEL  NUMBER VEHICLE   IDENTIFICATION   NUMBER       ENGINE NUMBER    TRANSMISSION  NUMBER    The Engine Number is stamped on the right front side of the engine  block    The Transmission Number appears on a label on top of the  transmission     150    DOT Tire Quality Grades    US Cars   The tires on your car meet Federal Safety Requirements  All tires  are also  graded  according to Department of Transportation  DOT   standards for tread wear  traction and temperature        Three grades  A are shown on the  tire sidewall     TIRE    Tread Wear   The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate  of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified  government test course  For example  a tire graded 150 would wear  one and one half  1 1 2  times as well on the government course as  atire graded 100    The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual  conditions of their use  however  and may depart significantly from  the norm due to variations in driving habits  service practices and  differences in road characteristics and climate     Traction   The traction grades  from highest to low
21.  aplay the time    To adjust the time    1  Lower the lid    2  Push the minute button  M  and  hold it until the numbers advance  to the desired minutes    3  Push the hour button  H  and hold  it until the numbers advance to  the desired hour    4  The RESET button allows you to synchronize your clock to the  closest hour  If the time on the clock is before the half hour   pressing the RESET button will return the time to the previous  hour  If the time is beyond the half hour  the RESET button will  change the time to the next hour        NOTE   Be careful not to push the H  M or RESET buttons accidentally   Pushing any of them will change the clock s time setting     56    Beverage Holder     US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    Your car is equipped with a beverage holder for use while the car is  stopped  Drinking while driving or driving with a beverage in the  holder may be hazardous    Open the holder by pushing it     NOTE     Use only lidded cups or containers that fit snugly in the beverage  holder        AWARNING    e Spilling even a small amount while driving  especially if the liquid  is hot  may distract the driver s attention from the road and  could result in a serious collision    e Alcohol and driving don t mix  For your safety  and the safety of  others  please do not drink and drive     57    Cigarette Lighter and Ashtrays    Cigarette Lighter   Push in to heat up  It will automati   cally release when the element is  hot  DO NOT hold it in while it is  heating 
22.  away from the radiator fan  The fan may start  automatically without warning and run for up to 15 minutes  even  after the engine is turned off     CAUTION   Never use spark plugs with an improper heat range  they will  adversely affect engine performance and durability     Replace plugs one at a time  so you don t get the wires mixed up   1  Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base   2  Disconnect the plug cap  then remove and discard the old plug   3  Check the gap of the new spark plug before installation   Plug gap should be   1 1 mm  0 04 in   4  Thread the new spark plug in by hand to prevent cross threading   5  After the plug seats against the cylinder head  tighten 1 2 turn  with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer   6  Reinstall the spark plug cap     CAUTION   The spark plugs must be securely tightened  but not overtightened   A plug that s too loose can get very hot and possibly damage the  engine  one that s too tight could damage the threads in the  cylinder head        Thread in by hand  PLUG CAP    120    Wiper Blades    For maximum visibility  replace worn or cracked wiper blades when  you notice they do not wipe the windshield cleanly or smoothly     To Replace Worn out Blades S Press Lock    1  Detach the blade assembly from  the arm by pressing the lock tab  in  then pushing the blade toward  the base of the arm     2  Firmly grasp the end of the blade  rubber and pull until the tabs are  free of the59 08 pt metal support        3  Remove the
23.  car is winched on a flat bed vehicle   This is the best way of transporting your Honda    Wheel Lift Type    Tow with the front wheels off the ground     If the car can only be towed with the front wheels on the ground   make sure the transmission is full of fluid  see pages 110   111     and tow with the transmission in neutral  N  and the ignition key in  the   position     CAUTION    To avoid serious damage on automatic transmission cars  first  start the engine and shift to D4  then to N and shut the engine off   If the engine does not run  or the transmission cannot be shifted  while the engine is running  the car must be transported on flat  bed equipment     Check local regulations for towing     CAUTION    e Do not exceed 35 mph  55 km h  or tow for distances of more  than 50 miles  80 km     e If a sling type tow is used  the tow truck driver should position  wood spacer blocks between your car s frame and the chains  and lift straps to avoid damaging the bumper and the body    e Do not use the bumpers to lift the car or to support the car s  weight while towing     146    If Your Car Gets Stuck    If your car gets stuck in sand  mud  or snow  call a professional  towing service for assistance in getting your car out     CAUTION        Do not rev up the engine and allow the wheels to spin freely at  high speed  Severe transmission damage may result if the  wheels are allowed to spin for more than a few seconds    e DO NOT try to free a car with automatic transmissio
24.  come to a complete  stop    e Do not  rev up  the engine when the brake is on and the shift  lever is in D4  D3  2  1  or R      When stopped on a hill  use the brakes to hold your position  not  the accelerator pedal    e Do not shift from N or P into D4  D3  2  1  or R when the engine  is above idle speed  Before shifting into gear  make sure your  foot is firmly on the brake pedal    e Do not rest your hand on the shift lever or push the lock out  button while driving      cont d     93    Shifting the Automatic  cont d     Driving Technique    Da 4th   Use the D4 range for normal in town and highway driving  The car  will start off in 1st and shift automatically to 2nd  3rd  and 4th  The  further down you push the accelerator  the later the transmission  will shift and the faster the car will accelerate     D3 3rd   Use of Dg will allow the transmission to start off in ist and shift  automatically to 2nd and 3rd  Use D3 when climbing grades to  prevent the transmission from  hunting  between 3rd and 4th gear   or when increased braking is needed     NOTE    If rapid acceleration is necessary  depress the accelerator to the  floor  the transmission will automatically shift down according to  load and engine speed  This applies to both D4 and Dg ranges     2 2nd   Use 2nd gear for increased engine braking when driving downhill   and increased power when driving uphill  also for driving on slippery  roads  and freeing the car from mud or sand  where 1st gear could  provide 
25.  cont d     71    Stereo Sound System  cont d      Canada  LX  Frequency Display                               US  LX   Canada EX                           US  EX   Canada  EX R                                                            O        Balance Control   Balances sound between left and right speakers     Except Canada  LX    To use the control  push on the knob to get it to pop out  adjust the  balance to your liking and push the knob back in when you are done     NOTE     Except Canada  LX    When the headlights are on  the radio panel illumination is on  even if  the radio is turned off    The panel lighting can be turned off by first pushing the Balance  Control knob to its out position and then pulling it out slightly  further       Fader Control   Balances sound between front and rear speakers     Except Canada  LX    To use the control  push on the knob to get it to pop out  adjust the  sound to your liking and push the knob back in when you are done     72    Radio Operation     AM FM Band Selector  Push to select AM or FM band  The corresponding band indicator  will light      Manual Tuning    US  LX  Canada  LX EX    Push the w button to tune to a lower frequency station    Push the 4 button to tune to a higher frequency station     US  EX  Canada  EX R    Push the TUNE SEEK switch up to change to a higher frequency   and down to change to a lower frequency    To change the frequency up or down a single increment  push and  release the TUNE SEEK switch     N
26.  indicate a malfunction of ABS  Have an authorized Honda dealer  check the system as soon as possible        116    Clutch Fluid  Manual Transmission     Check the fluid level in the clutch    reservoir periodically  it should be CLUTCH FLUID  between the MAX and MIN marks ee eae  on the reservoir     If the level is near the MIN mark  add  fluid to raise it to the MAX mark  Do  not overfill  Use only brake fluid  manufactured to DOT 3 or DOT 4  specifications from a sealed con   tainer  Follow the manufacturer s in   structions printed on the can        NOTE   A low clutch fluid level may be an indication of clutch fluid leakage   You should have your clutch checked if the clutch fluid level in the  reservoir is low     117    Power Steering    The power steering on your car helps provide easy handling while  parking and maneuvering in traffic  without loss of road  feel  at  highway speeds  An engine driven hydraulic pump provides full  power assist at low speeds and decreasing assist as the car goes  faster     CAUTION    If the power steering system should fail  or if the engine should  stall  the car can still be steered  However  much greater effort  will be required  particularly in sharp turns at low speed     NOTE    You may feel a slight clunk or knock when turning the wheel with  the engine off  This is a normal condition due to the design of the  system     Power Steering Fluid RESERVOIR CAP  Check the power steering fluid level  with the engine cold and the car  
27.  metal retainers from  the worn out blade rubber and        RETAINERS  4  Insert the new blade rubber from   the opposite side of the blade   tabs and position the tabs in the   metal support     o      Reinstall the blade assembly on  the wiper arm     121    Battery    The condition of the battery can be determined by checking the  test indicator  Service as required according to the label on the  battery    Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be  washed off with a solution of baking soda and warm water  Dry the  terminals and then coat them with grease     OTERMINAL  TERMINAL       TEST INDICATOR    a WARNING    e The battery gives off explosive gases  keep sparks  flames  and  cigarettes away  Provide adequate ventilation when charging or  using the battery in an enclosed space    e The battery contains sulfuric acid  electrolyte   Contact with  skin or eyes may cause severe burns  Wear protective clothing  and a face shield        If electrolyte gets on your skin  flush with water        If electrolyte gets in your eyes  flush with water for at least  15 minutes and call a physician immediately    e Electrolyte is poisonous        If swallowed  drink large quantities of water or milk and follow  with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and get immediate  medical assistance    KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN     122    Fuse Replacement    The fuse box is located under the dashboard on the driver s side   The circuits protected by each fuse are list
28.  oil level        NOTE    Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with  the environment  We suggest you take it in a sealed container to  your local service station for reclamation  Do not throw it in the  trash or pour it on the ground     CAUTION    Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact  with the skin for prolonged periods  Although this is unlikely  unless you handle used oil on a daily basis  it is still advisable to  thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as  possible after handling used oil     109    Transmission Oil Fluid Check    Transmission oil fluid must be checked with the engine off and the  car on level ground     AWARNING    e If the engine has been running  some engine components may  be hot enough to burn you      Keep hands away from the radiator fan  The fan may start  automatically without warning and run for up to 15 minutes   even after the engine is turned off     CAUTION   If the oil fluid level is low  check for possible leaks before adding  oil  Do not overfill     Since the transmission and differential are in the same housing  you  are actually checking both oil fluid levels in one procedure  Change  transmission oil fluid according to the Maintenance Schedule on  page 102     5 Speed   Remove the oil filler bolt  beside the right axle   Feel inside the bolt  hole with your finger  If the oil is up to the bottom edge of the hole   the oil level is correct  If it is not  slowly ad
29.  see page 25      e Seat backs are upright and adjustable head restraints are at the  proper heights  see page 24       e There are no loose items that could be thrown around and hurt  someone during acrash or sudden stop  see page 25       By following these guidelines  you can reduce injuries to yourself  and your passengers in many crash situations  Remember  however   that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can  occur in severe crashes     10    The Seat Belt System and How It Works    Why Wear Seat Belts  Wearing seat belts  and wearing them properly  is fundamental to  your safety and the safety of your passengers     During a crash or emergency stop  seat belts can help keep you  from being thrown against the inside of the car  against other  occupants  or out of the car     Of course  seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash   But  in most cases  seat belts reduce your chance of serious injury   They can even save your life  That is why many states and all  Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts     A WARNING    Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of being killed or  seriously hurt in a crash     Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear  them properly     Important Safety Reminders   Seat belts are designed for adults and larger children  All infants and  small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats  see  page 27       A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to prote
30.  serving your area  as shown on the map on the inside of the back  cover  When contacting American Honda  please provide the Zone  Office with the following information       Vehicle Identification Number   e Servicing Dealer Name and Address   e Date of Purchase   e Mileage on your Car   e Your Name  Address  and Phone Number   e Nature of Problem   e Selling Dealer  After a review of the facts  you will be advised of what can be done      Canada Cars     Please refer to the 1992 Warranty and Maintenance Guide that  came with your car     157    Reporting Safety Defects     US Cars    If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a  crash or could cause injury or death  you should immediately inform  the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration  NHTSA  in  addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co   Inc    If NHTSA receives similar complaints  it may open an investigation   and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles  it  may order a recall and remedy campaign    However  NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems  between you  your dealer  or American Honda Motor Co   Inc    To contact NHTSA  you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll   free at 1 800 424 9393  or 366 0123 in Washington  D C  area  or  write to    NHTSA  U S  Department of Transportation   Washington  D C  20590    You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety  from the Hotline     158    A    Additional Safety Information  
31.  set was designed espe   cially for your car  do not use it  on any other vehicle  do not in   stall any other tire on this wheel which is not identical to the  original in size and construction  and do not use the COMPACT  spare tire on any other wheel      Because the COMPACT spare is smaller in size and higher in air  pressure than a regular tire  it will ride more harshly with less  ground clearance and may have less traction on some road  surfaces  Drive cautiously        139    Changing a Flat Tire    a WARNING    Do not attempt to change a tire unless the car is on firm  level  ground and well out of the flow of traffic    Park the car on a firm  level surface  apply the parking brake  turn  on the hazard warning switch and put the transmission in gear  Park  for automatic     1  Remove the cover    2  Remove the jack    NOTE    Turn the connector on the end of the jack counterclockwise to  loosen it from its mount       COVER       COMPACT SPARE    3  Remove the lug wrench jack handle and jack handle extension  from the tool bag    4  Remove the spare tire    5  Place blocks in front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite  the tire you are changing    6  Use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel lug nuts counterclock   wise one half turn    US  EX  Canada  EX R   First remove the center cap from the wheel by prying it out with  a common flat screwdriver  not provided in the tool bag     CAUTION    Hold the center cap with your hand then pry it off using a rag to   pro
32.  side is playing     Program Selector  PROG    Push to change the direction of tape play    Auto Reverse Feature  The tape direction automatically reverses  when the end of the tape is reached in play or FF mode and plays  the other side      cont d     75    Stereo Sound System  cont d      Canada  LX                          222906                 US  LX   Canada  EX                     US  EX   Canada  EX R                              3Fast Forward Rewind  FF REW    Note which Tape Direction Indicator is lighted  then push the  appropriate button to rapidly wind the tape in the same direction   FF  or in the opposite direction  REW      US  EX  Canada  EX R    To rewind the tape  push the FF REW TMS button down then  release it  You will see REW in the display  To fast forward the tape   push the button up then release it  You will see FF displayed  To  stop rewind or fast forward  press the PROG PLAY button or push  the FF REW TMS switch again     76     Play  PLAY    Push the PLAY button to resume tape play and stop rewind or fast  forward operation     On US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R  the indicator will light       3 Repeat Button  REPEAT   US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    Push the REPEAT button  indicator on  to return to the beginning of  a song or section of programming and repeat its play  Push the  button again  indicator off  to cancel the repeat function and resume  normal play     TMS function  US  EX  Canada  EX R    The TMS function lets you skip to the beginning 
33.  the belt as shown  The belt should deflect about    10    12 mm  0 4     0 5 in        AWARNING    e If the engine has been running  some engine components may  be hot enough to burn you    e Keep hands away from the radiator fan  The fan may start  automatically without warning and run for up to 15 minutes   even after the engine is turned off     NOTE     If necessary  have the charging system checked by an authorized  Honda dealer      cont d     39    Warning and Indicator Lights  cont d      Telsa          US Canada  i     Check Engine Warning Light    This light comes on for a couple of seconds each time the ignition is  turned on  It will also come on  and remain on  if there is a  malfunction in the emission control system  If the light comes on  while driving  avoid driving at high speed  and have the system  checked by a Honda dealer as soon as possible     Oil Pressure Warning Light    A severe fluctuation in engine oil pressure will cause this light to  flash on and off  You should stop as soon as possible  check the oil  level  and add oil if necessary    The oil pressure warning light will come on  and remain on  if there is  insufficient oil pressure or when the ignition switch is turned on  with the engine not running  If the light should come on while driving   get the car off the road as soon as you can  turn the engine off and  check the engine oil level  see page 107     Even if the oil level is correct  the engine should be checked by a  Honda dealer bef
34.  the rear seat trunk access  push the seat back firmly  into place  then pull on the top of the seat back to make sure it is  secure     Your Occupant Protection System    Your Accord is equipped with seat belts and other features that  work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash     Seat belts are the most important part of your occupant protection  system  When worn properly  seat belts can reduce the chance of  serious injury or death in a crash     For added protection during a severe frontal collision  all Accords  sold in the U S  have a Supplemental Restraint System  SRS  with a  driver s airbag   This feature is available on the EX R and EX models  in Canada      Two indicator lights are also part of your safety system  One  reminds you to make sure you and your passengers wear your seat  belts  The other alerts you to a possible problem with your  supplemental restraint system  See page 22       The seats  head restraints  and door locks also play a role in  occupant safety  For example  reclining the seat back can decrease  the effectiveness of your seat belt  Head restraints can help protect  your neck and head  especially during rear end impacts  Door locks  help keep your doors from being accidentally opened during a crash     To get the maximum protection from your occupant protection  system  check the following before you drive away     e Everyone in the car is wearing a seat belt properly  see page 13     e All doors are closed and locked 
35. 1992 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner s Manual  Use these links  and links throughout this manual  to navigate through this reference   For a printed owner s manual  click on authorized manuals or go to www helminc com     Owner s Identification Form    Features  amp  Safety ssc  cccisacivistiivossdavessacouiidece see nadauscensay ate 0h douvtns deoduvauaduuceueeay E E    What you should know before driving your car     Starting   amp  Deri p oorr icseaind EEE os dace aaave da OEA E NEA    What gas to use  how to change gears  etc     Mati tO an Ge iis  d id cdascaideesiscneaiiansidieba veuetinsYevcsaseadevunia   ssbueebesdauntod ddwcselacedwstexadentows saber    The Required Maintenance Schedule and some items you can service     Emergency SOL V1 Ce isiiiscscesicisscvucessoocorleteuatodecabeaauscioasnusscaucavecsiauedecsicouaduonuessseaearsears    Changing a flat  jump starting  towing     Specifications    25 025 4555 505505 i i n aana a ENE EAE E EE bau bees coseassdud NE N E    Dimensions  weights and capacities     Consumer Imformation                    ccc cece ccc n cc en cc ee cc ee ec eeeceeceeecaeeeeeesaeeseeege eee eeeeeeeeeeenees  Reporting Safety Detects  warranty service  vehicle identification numbers  etc     Ind   sic isiccsce diag codesgade de sbbotoosabencbarentedodedallieddcaethedisedabaeeshd bobecniidotdssinedadeisealadecsbowanesede    Gas Station Information    Contents    Introduction    This manual contains important information about the safe  ope
36. 2 000 km  or 6 months          Rear brake drums  wheel cylinders and linings                 Parking brake    oeene            L Exhaust pipe and muffler  Suspension mounting bolts    f     ____ lt _        Front wheel alignment       Steering operation  tie rod ends   steering gear box and boots       ABS high pressure hose    4       ABS operation    4         Power steering system       Power steering purnp belt          Catalytic converter heat shield                           Check oil and coolant level at each fuestop      Under severe driving conditions  service these items more often   See page 104     102    Required Maintenance Record  e Have your servicing dealer record all Required Maintenance below     e Keep receipts for all work done on your car     7 500 Mi  12 000 km  or 6 Mo      15 000 Mi   24 000 km  or 12 Mo      22 500 Mi   36 000 km  or 18 Mo      30 000 Mi   48 000 km  or 24 Mo      37 500 Mi   60 000 km  or 30 Mo      45 000 Mi   72 000 km  or 36 Mo      52 500 Mi   84 000 km  or 42 Mo      60 000 Mi   96 000 km  or 48 Mo         Sign or Stamp   i  Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp        Sign or Stamp           Sign or Stamp        i  Sign or Stamp        Sign or Stamp              Sign or Stamp        67 500 Mi  108 000 km  or 54 Mo      75 000 Mi   120 000 km  or 60 Mo      82 500 Mi   132 000 km  or 66 Mo      90 000 Mi   144 000 km  or 72 Mo         Sign or Stamp   i  Sign or Stamp   i  Sign or Stamp        Sign or Stamp     Ppata    soy tue      
37. Decreased traction  could cause loss of directional control        CAUTION       Do not drive with your foot on the clutch pedal as this will cause  premature wear of clutch components     Do not shift into reverse while the car is moving     90    Recommended Shift Speeds  For best fuel economy  and effective emission control  shift at the  speeds shown              _ Shift up Normal Acceleration  1st to 2nd 15 mph  24 km h   2nd to 3rd 28 mph  45 km h   3rd to 4th 41 mph  66 km h   4th to 5th 52 mph  83 km h                       Shift up Cruise From Acceleration                1st to 2nd 7 mph  11 km h     2nd to 3rd 22 mph  35 km h   3rd to 4th 33 mph  53 km h   4th to 5th 48 mph  77 km h                  Maximum Allowable Speeds  The speeds shown are the maximum at which the car can be driven  or downshifted in each gear without over revving the engine        ene       US  DX LX US  EX   Canada  LX EX Canada  EX R  1st 31 mph  50 km h  31 mph  50 km h   2nd 56 mph  90 km h  56 mph  90 km h   3rd 87 mph  140 km h  84 mph  135 km h                    91    Shifting the Automatic    The automatic transmission shift lever has a locking mechanism to   prevent accidental shifting into Reverse  R   Park  P   2nd  2   or 1st    1   Also  an Automatic Shift Lock prevents you from shifting out of   Park unless the brake pedal is already depressed and the ignition   switch is in the II position    Push the button on the shift handle to shift into 2nd  1st  Reverse    or Park  depre
38. How the SRS Indicator Light Works  syalelrhat saad vabeath aaraa eaaa AREE 22    Ignition       Ignition Switch Light  Important Safety Reminders    sete ese heateeee tues tet 11 20  28  Indicator Lights    s es 38  Inflation Pressures  Tire                127  Instrument Panel    35  Instrument Panel Brightness Control   E A A 50  Interior Light           eee eeeeeeeeeeeee 51  Interior Trim Care    eseese 133  J  JACK  ETT 140  Jump Starting    ee 144  K  Keys   DOOr LOCKS  sser eenei 3   Glove BOX    seese 56   JMO  sc steccedes segiedatscotetheseeseeaesas 86   Key Reminder Beeper               86   IKCY Si  siesoccssstessirwedevsvedagecioaraascers 3   Trunk LOCK riirii 5  L  lap Beltiis sasiensciscinvivedinaiesciens 13  Lap Shoulder Belt    12  Lights   Bulb Replacemert                     Daytime Running Lights              Fuse Replacemert                    Light Reminder Chime        Operation    eeceeseeeeeeeeees       Warning and Indicator Light     38  Locks  Anti theft Steering ColumnLock       M   Maintenance  Tae  ors  e  ee 44  Record Siisera 103  Schedule  sirenat 100    Manual Transmission  Maximum Allowable Speeds    91     8 T 110   Recommended Shift Speeds    91   SPIM e nasiona ai aenieei 90  Meters  Gauges          See  Gauges   Mirrors   Manual Mirrors    48   Power Mirrors    48   Rearview Mirrors    48  Moonroof   If the Moonroof Won t Close   70   Maintenance    70   Operation    69  N  Numbers  Identification                150  O  Octane Rating    G
39. IGHTER  HANDLE LEVER BRIGHTNESS  CONTROL  KNOB  US Car Shown  SHIFT LEVER  POSITION  INDICATOR  SPEEDOMETER FUEL  Automatic  TACHOMETER Trans  only  COOLANT    TEMPERATURE       MAINTENANCE  INDICATOR TRIP METER SAFETY  INDICATOR  ODOMETER TRIP METER LIGHTS  RESET BUTTON    35    Gauges    Speedometer   US Cars    The speed is indicated in miles per hour  outer scale  and kilometers  per hour  inner scale     Canada Cars    The speed is indicated in kilometers per hour  outer scale  and miles  per hour  inner scale      Odometer   The numbers on the odometer indicate miles  US Cars  or  kilometers  Canada cars     The odometer registers total distance traveled  and serves as your  guide for determining when periodic maintenance is due    US Cars    Federal law makes it illegal to alter the odometer of any motor  vehicle with the intent to change the number of miles indicated     Trip Meter   The numbers on the trip meter indicate miles  US Cars  or  kilometers  Canada Cars     The trip meter can be returned to zero by pushing in the reset  button  Use it for checking fuel consumption or distance traveled  per trip     Tachometer   The tachometer indicates engine speed in revolutions per minute   The beginning of the RED ZONE indicates the maximum allowable  engine R P M  Do not run the engine with the tachometer indicator  needle in the RED ZONE     Fuel Gauge   FUEL TANK CAPACITY    Approx  64 5 8  17 04 US gal  14 19 Imp gal    As a convenience  the gauge continues to show 
40. Keep hands away from the radiator fan  The fan may start  automatically without warning and run for up to 15 minutes   even after the engine is turned off     CAUTION   Radiator coolant will damage paint  Quickly rinse any spilled  coolant from painted surfaces     Wait until the engine is cool  then turn the radiator cap counterclock   wise until it stops  DO NOT PRESS DOWN WHILE TURNING THE  CAP  After any remaining pressure has been relieved  remove the  cap by pressing down and again turning it counterclockwise  Add  enough coolant to fill the radiator  and reinstall the cap  Be sure to  tighten it securely  Fill the reserve tank up to the MAX mark with  the engine cold     Maintenance   1  Check the freeze protection level of the coolant with a hydrome   ter    2  Keep the front of the radiator free of dirt and debris    3  Check hoses and hose clamps regularly     Replacing Coolant   Replace coolant at 36 months or 45 000 miles  72 000 km   which   ever comes first  Thereafter  replace every 2 years or 30 000 miles   48 000 km   whichever comes first     RADIATOR COOLANT  REFILL CAPACITY     including reserve tank 0 6 8  0 16 US gal  0 13 Imp gal   5 speed transmission   O 8  0 79 US gal  0 66 Imp gal   Automatic transmission 3 5 Q  0 92 US gal  0 77 Imp gal      cont d     113    Cooling System  cont d     1  Set the heater temperature control dial ever to maximum heat   2  Remove the radiator cap and loosen the drain plug when the  radiator is cool  and drain the radi
41. Mileage    Pate eh een tee      Mileage  km     Sad ssacdieco ees con tes setdedeseetlarhcized      Date        cont d     103    Maintenance Schedule and Records  cont d     Severe Driving Conditions   CAUTION    The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars  normally used under severe driving conditions  Refer to the chart  below for the appropriate maintenance intervals     Severe driving conditions include    Repeated short distance driving   Driving in dusty conditions   Driving in severe cold weather   Driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials  Driving on rough and or muddy roads   Towing a trailer    A   B   C   D   E   F     Condition Maintenance item Maintenance Interval    operation  e Boo Ee   Aircteaner element Every 15 000 miles   4  24 000 km  or 12 months  A Be ee F   Engine oil and oil fiter Every 3 750 miles    6 000 km  or 3 months  Transmission oil Every 15 000 miles   24 000 km  or 12 months  Front brake discs and calipers  and Every 7 500 miles   rear brake discs  calipers and pads  12 000 km  or 6 months  Power steering system Every 7 500 miles   12 000 km  or 6 months                         R Replace     Inspect  After inspection  clean  adjust  repair or replace if necessary     Non Scheduled Maintenance Record  Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non   scheduled maintenance on this page   See page 102     Maintenance Performed     Sign or Stamp    Mileage  km     Date       Maintenance Per
42. OTE     US  LX  Canada  LX EX    If you hold either button for more than half a second  the tuning  frequency will count up or down rapidly     US  EX  Canada  EX R    To go to a frequency that is farther away  push the switch and hold  it  You will hear a beep and the frequency display will begin to count  rapidly      Seek Tuning    Canada  LX    Each time you push this button  the tuner will automatically seek  the next higher frequency station     US  LX  Canada  EX    Each time you push this button up or down  the tuner will  automatically seek the next higher or lower frequency station     US  EX  Canada  EX R    Depending on which way you push the TUNE SEEK switch  the  system searches up or down from the current frequency  Push the  switch until you hear a beep  then release it  The system searches  until it find a station with a strong signal  then stops      cont d     73    Stereo Sound System  cont d       Preset Station Selection   1 Make sure the Band Selector is on the band you want     AM or  FM  Then  find the station you want by Manual Tuning or Seek  Tuning    2  Press and hold one of the Preset Buttons    3  In a few seconds  a beep will sound and the light in the button will  come on  The station is now preset in the memory  You may  preset 1 AM and 1 FM station per button   total  6 of each on US   LX  Canada  LX EX      US  EX  Canada  EX R    Each button will store one frequency on the AM band  and two on  the FM band by pushing the FM1  and FM2 switch
43. TURE       AZM Se lt pv          These publications cannot be returned for credit without receiving advance authorization within 14 days of delivery  On  returns  a restocking fee may be applied against the original order     HELM P O  BOX 07280 DETROIT  MICHIGAN 48207 1 800 782 4356    Gas Station Information    Gasoline  UNLEADED only  Pump octane of 86 or higher    Gas Tank Capacity  64 51 liters  17 04 US gal  14 19 Imp gal     Tire Pressure  measured cold   front rear  US  DX LX  Canada  LX EX 200 kPa  29 psi   US  EX  Canada  EX R 200 kPa  32 psi   COMPACT spare tire  415 kPa  60 psi     Other Tire Information  Label on driver s door jamb    Hood Release  Pull handle under left side of dash     Engine Oil  Use  Energy Conserving II  SG grade oil   5W 30 preferred  see page 107 for complete  viscosity recommendations     Capacity  including filter    3 8    4 0 US qt  3 3 Imp qt     Manual Transmission Oil   Use SF or SG grade oil   10W 30 or 10W 40 Preferred  see page 110 for  complete viscosity recommendations    Capacity  including differential    1 9   2 0USqt  1 7 Imp qt     Automatic Transmission Fluid   Use DEXRON   II type Automatic Transmission  Fluid  ATF   Remove dipstick from right end of  transmission  wipe off  reinsert  remove  and read  fluid level   do not force the rubber plug in when  reading fluid level or replacing dipstick   Capacity  including differential    2 4 e  2 5 US gt  2 1 Impat     Power Steering Fluid   Use only Honda power steering fluid
44. air or replace the damaged tire as soon as you can  reinstall it  in its original position  then put the spare back in the car     CAUTION   Always stow the jack  tools  and tire securely to prevent them  from becoming dangerous projectiles in an accident     14  Secure the tire and the spacer as shown in the illustration     SPACER       COMPACT SPARE TIRE NORMAL TIRE    143    Jump Starting    To start a car with a dead battery  use another battery of the same  voltage  and the proper jumper cables     A WARNING    e Procedures other than those below could cause injury or  damage from battery acid spray  explosion or charging system  overload    e Never connect the jumper cable directly to the negative post of  the  dead  battery    e Never allow the two cars to touch each other       Never allow the jumper cable clamps to touch each other    e Never lean over the battery when making connections    e Never attempt to jump start a vehicle with a frozen battery  The  battery could rupture and explode  If you suspect a frozen  battery  remove the vent caps and check the fluid  If there  seems to be no fluid  or if you see ice  do not attempt a jump  start until the fluid thaws     CAUTION     If jumper cables are connected backwards  the car s main fuse  may blow     1 Turn off all lights  heater and other electrical loads  set the parking  brake  and shift the transmission to Neutral or Park     2  Use one cable to connect the positive terminal of the booster  battery to the 
45. air to and from the heater   defroster and vents    There is an indicator light in each function button that comes on  when the button is pushed      cont d     61    Heating and Cooling  cont d     Temperature Lever Conitrol Dial  Slide the lever from left to right or turn the dial clockwise to make  air warmer when the appropriate function is selected     Air Conditioner Switch  opitonal on US  DX  Canada  LX    With the fan on  push the A C button to operate the air conditioner   The indicator light will come on    Push the button again to turn the air conditioner off     Fresh Air   lt     andRecirculation        Buttons    US  DX  Canada  LX   When the    button s indicator light is out  outside air will be  allowed to circulate inside the car   When the     button is pushed in and the indicator light comes  on  outside air is shut off and the air inside the car is recirculated    If the heater or air conditioner is on and you want to warm up or  cool down the interior more quickly  or keep smoke or dust out of  the car without losing the heat or cool function  simply push the   button     US  LX EX  Canada EX EX R   When the cS gt __ button is pushed  the indicator light will go on and  outside air will be allowed to circulate inside the car   When the      button is pushed  the indicator light comes on   outside air is shut off and the air inside the car is recirculated    If the heater or air conditioner is on and you want to warm up or  cool down the interior more qu
46. anking the engine  If the engine starts  release the accelerator  gradually    2  If it doesn t start within 15 seconds  push the accelerator pedal  down to the floor and hold it there while cranking  If the engine  starts  release the accelerator gradually  If it doesn t start  repeat  step 1     NOTE    If the outside temperature is below freezing  or if your car has not  been driven for several days  warm up the engine for a few minutes  before driving     87    Safety Items    Before driving away  check that    e The doors are closed properly    e The mirrors are properly adjusted  and the windows clean    e The driver and passengers are wearing properly adjusted seat  belts    e The front seat head restraints are properly adjusted    e The warning and indicator lights are operating properly    e The brake pedal feels normal    e All luggage and cargo is secured    e Nothing is interfering with the driver s feet or blocking vision to  the rear     While driving remember to    e Always drive defensively  expect the unexpected    e Reduce your speed during night hours and bad weather    e Follow at a safe distance  don t tailgate    e Get off the highway when you are tired  stop and take a rest     When stopping for repairs    e Park the car well off the road    e Turn on the hazard warning flasher    e Use flares or other warning devices to warn other motorists     After parking your car    e Apply the parking brake and shift to first gear if your car is  equipped with man
47. asoline    See  Fuel   OOM Ct Arr 36  Oil   Clutch FIUIC         eee 117   Engine Oil          0   c ceceeeeee 107   Fluid Locations           0 e 106   Oil Pressure Warning Light      40   Power Steering Fluid               118   Transmission Oil Fluid            110  Operation In Foreign Countries      83  P  Panel Brightness Control                50  Parking Brake    54  PGM FI   Check Engine Warning Light    40   SYSLOM  cisics iasivveveviwevernteteas vans 154  Power   Door LOCKS irs nenei ariens 4   MIPFOFS piiresse ane 48   Stering  ccveedisevsiercsiesevsisteronsins 118    cont d     161    Index  cont d            WINCOWS             cccceeeeeeteeeeeeeeeeees 55  Pressures  Tire Inflation               127  Preventive Service                  6 136  R  Radiator Coolant     RadiOw cise  Rearview Mirrors  Rear Window Defoggev                  47  Reminder Lights   sebeestueetcadeyeee See  Warning lights   Replacement   Air FitGfsnsdsirananaras   Bulsin ndi   Engine Oilsei crenn   Fuel Filter     Wiper Blades                   e 121  Restraining an Infant Who Weighs   Less Than 20 Pounds  9kg       29    Restraining a Child Who Weighs  Between 20 and 40 Pounds   9 ANd 18kg     30  Restraining a Child Who Weighs  Over 40 Pounds  18kg           Rust Prevention      S   Safety Defects  Reporting           158  Safety Indicator Lights         48  Safety Items    eee ze 88  Seat back Position          EE  Seat Belt Maintenance                   18    Seat Belt System Component
48. ate   provinces regulations  When using a trailer equipped with electric  brakes  a trailer brake controller that connects to the car s electrical  system is recommended  Installing a brake controller that connects  to the car s brake hydraulic system could result in brake fluid  contamination or leaks  A safety chain must always be used  between the car and the trailer  Leave sufficient slack in the chain  so that it does not bind in sharp turns  The chain should cross under  the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the  ground     Tires   Make sure your car s tires are properly inflated  Adjust tire pressure  to the recommended tire pressure indicated on the label attached to  the driver s door jamb  The trailer tires should be of the proper size   load rating and inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer  manufacturer     Trailer Lights   Trailer lights must comply with federal  state provinces and local  regulations  See your local recreational vehicle dealer or rental  agency for the correct type of lighting and wiring for your trailer   Check for correct operation of the turn signals and stop lights each  time you hitch up    A trailer lighting connector is provided behind the left garnish by  the taillight access door in the trunk  The wiring color codes are  described on the next page     96    BLACK GROUND  GREEN BLUE     LEFT TURN  SIGNAL   GREEN YELLOW RED BLACK   RIGHT TURN  TAILLIGHTS   SIGNAL   GREEN BLACK GREEN WHITE   BACK UP LIGHTS 
49. ator     RADIATOR CAP       DRAIN PLUG       3  Remove the drain bolt from the  rear side of the cylinder block   and drain the engine and heater    4 Apply non hardening sealant to  the drain bolt threads  then rein   stall the bolt and tighten it se   curely    5  Tighten the radiator drain plug se   curely    6  Mix the recommended antifreeze  with an equal amount of low   mineral or distilled water and fill  the reservoir to maximum  as  illustrated    7 Loosen the air bleed bolt in the  water outlet  then fill the radiator  to the filler neck with the coolant  mixture  Tighten the bleed bolt as     lt       Fill to here           soon as coolant starts to run out Fillto here   in a steady stream without bub   bles     8  With the radiator cap off  start the engine and let it run until  warmed up  fan goes on at least twice   Then  if necessary  add  more coolant mix to bring the level back up to the filler neck    9  Put the radiator cap on  then run the engine again and check for  leaks     114    Brake System Design   The diagonally separated dual serv   ice brake system is designed so half  the system will still provide braking  action if the other half fails   Stopping the car after losing the  brake fluid from half the system will  require more pedal pressure and  pedal travel than normal  Also  the  distance required to stop will be longer using only half the brake  system  If the brakes fail suddenly  downshift to a lower gear for  increased engine braking  and pu
50. charcoal  canister where they are adsorbed and stored while the engine is  stopped or idling  When the coolant temperature rises to a certain  value  the vapors are drawn into the engine through the throttle  body and the intake manifold during normal engine operation       In Canada  Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor  Vehicle Safety Standards  CMVSS  on Emissions valid at the time  they are manufactured      cont d     153    Emission Controls  cont d     Engine Exhaust Controls   The engine exhaust emission control systems are designed to  control combustion during idle  acceleration  cruise  and deceleration   These systems are entirely separate from the crankcase and  evaporative emission control systems described previously     e PGM FI System    The PGM FI system consists of three independent sub systems   Air Intake  Electronic Control  and Fuel Control  thus allowing  more accurate control of air fuel ratios under all operating  conditions  The Electronic Control Unit  ECU  detects the amount  of air drawn into the cylinders and determines the amount of fuel  to be injected to provide the optimum air fuel ratio for all engine  needs    Ignition Timing Control System   This system automatically controls the ignition timing to reduce  the amount of HC and NOx     Catalytic Converter   The catalyst is used to convert hydrocarbons  HC   carbon  monoxide  CO  and oxides of nitrogen  NOx  in the exhaust gas   to carbon dioxide  COz   dinitrogen  Nz  and water va
51. ct continues  slow down until it stops or your car can  be damaged    e Chains that are the wrong size or improperly installed can  damage your car s brake lines  suspension  body  and wheels     If you need further information on tire chains  please see your    Honda dealer   Remove the chains as soon as the road is clear of ice and snow     128    Tire Replacement   Honda recommends that you replace tires in sets of four  or in pairs   front or rear  If you need to replace only one tire  mount the new  tire opposite the tire showing the least amount of wear    For instance  if the left front tire shows the least amount of wear   mount the new tire on the front right side     The original tires on your car have  tread wear indicators to indicate  when they should be replaced  The  indicators appear as bands about fete  12 7 mm  1 2 in  wide when the tire INDICATOR    7 TREAD WEAR  tread depth is less than 1 6 mm LOCATION 4 54 INDICATORS   1 16 in   When indicators appear MARKS      across two or more grooves in a  row  you should replace the tire     a WARNING    Driving on worn out tires is very hazardous  and will reduce  braking effectiveness  steering accuracy and traction         When replacing tires  use only the recommended tire size  Wheel  rim widths and offsets must be those recommended by American  Honda Motor Co   Inc  Contact the Zone Office nearest you as  shown on the inside of the back cover     a WARNING    Tires and wheels other than those recommended may b
52. ct herself and  her unborn child  see page 18       Two people should never use the same seat belt  If they do  they  could be very seriously injured in a crash     Do not put shoulder belt pads or other accessories on seat belts     They can reduce the effectiveness of the belts and increase the  chance of injury      cont d   11    The Seat Belt System and How It Works  cont d     Seat Belt System Components   Your Accord has seat belts in all five seating positions  The front  seats and the outside rear seats have lap shoulder belts  The center  rear seat has a lap belt     Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel  to remind you to fasten your seat belt  and to make sure your  passengers fasten theirs  This light comes on when you turn on the  ignition if you have not fastened your seat belt  A beeper also  sounds for several seconds  see page 39       The following pages cover more about the seat belt components  and how they work     Lap Shoulder Belt  This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder   across your chest  and across your hips     Each lap shoulder belt has an emergency locking retractor  This lets    you move freely in your seat while keeping some tension on the belt   During a collision or sudden stop  the retractor automatically locks     ADJUSTER           SHOULDER    PORTION SERER    SEAT BELT  ANCHOR    To retractor    LAP PORTION    12    Lap Belt  The lap belt has one manually adjusted belt that fits
53. d  or to block out light  entirely  The sunshade automatically opens as you open the  moonroof              SUNSHADE     cont d     69    Moonroof  cont d     If the Moonroof Won t Close    The moonroof can be closed Remove plug   manually  if the control switch will   not close it      1  Remove the round plug near the B  gt   rear center of the headliner  f   2  Insert the moonroof wrench     from the tool kit  into the socket    3 Turn the wrench until the      moonroof seats in the closed  position  SOCKET  4  Replace the plug       Maintenance   Periodically pour a little water down the drain holes to make sure  they are not plugged  If they are free  water should drop on the  ground behind each front wheel        DRAIN HOLE    CAUTION   Do not put weight on the moonroof or force it open or closed  you  may damage the mechanism     70    Stereo Sound System     Canada  LX           SC   Ea    5               Tone Control     US  LX   Canada  EX      4  BassControl Treble Control                       US  EX   Canada  EX R                    Treble Control       Bass Control        ON OFF Switch  Turn the switch clockwise to turn the unit on  turn it counterclock   wise to turn the unit off     NOTE    The antenna will rise or retract automatically when the unit is  turned on or off  It will also retract automatically if the ignition is  switched off      vVolume Control    Turn the ON OFF switch clockwise to increase volume and counter   clockwise to decrease volume     
54. d oil until it runs out of  the hole  then reinstall the bolt and tighten it securely with a wrench        CORRECT LEVEL    5 SPEED TRANSMISSION  OIL CHANGE CAPACITY  1 9 2  2 0 US qt   1 7 Imp qt     Use only SF or SG grade motor oil when adding or changing transmis   sion oil     110    Use the proper viscosity oil  for the climate in which  you drive         30  20  10    Ambient Temperature    Automatic   The automatic transmission fluid level is checked  with the engine  off and the car on level ground  using the dipstick  with the yellow  marking  in the right end of the transmission housing  Remove the  dipstick and wipe it off     DIPSTICK        Insert the dipstick and remove it  The fluid level should be between  the upper and lower marks    If necessary  add fluid and recheck  Use only DEXRON        Genuine  Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid  A T F   when adding or  changing fluid  After checking the fluid level  push the dipstick in  securely     AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION  FLUID CHANGE CAPACITY  2 4 2  2 5 US qt  2 1 Imp qt     111    Cooling System    The engine in your Honda contains a number of aluminum parts   Therefore  it requires an antifreeze coolant specifically formulated  to protect the aluminum parts from corrosion  Failure to use a  suitable antifreeze coolant may seriously shorten the life of the  engine as the result of rapid corrosion damage  Some antifreeze   coolants  although labeled for use in engines containing aluminum   may not provide adequat
55. d rapid  acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized  Honda dealer as soon as possible      lt  Turn Signal Hazard Warning Indicator Lights    When the turn signal lever is pushed for left or right turns  the  appropriate green indicator arrow on the instrument panel will blink  along with the signal  Pushing the hazard warning switch will make  all turn signals and both arrows blink  see page 50      ZD Headlight High Beam Indicator Light    This blue indicator light will go on whenever the high beams are  switched on  see page 49       Canada Cars    It will also go on with a reduced brightness when the Daytime  Running Lights  DRL  are on  see page 51       GHB Cruise Control Indicator Light  Except US  DX     When the cruise control system is on  this indicator light is on  see  pages 52 and 53       38    Seat Belt Warning Light    The seat belt warning light comes on when the ignition switch is  turned on  If the front seat belts are fastened  it goes off in about six  seconds  Otherwise  it stays on   See page 12     Charging System Warning Light    The charging system warning light comes on when there is a  problem with the electrical charging system or when the ignition  switch is turned on with the engine not running  If the light comes  on while driving  get off the road  stop the car and turn off the  ignition  Then check the alternator belt for proper tension    To check the belt tension  push with about 98 N  22 lb  of force on  the middle of
56. e an oil that says  API Service SG   This service rating  may also include other designations  such as CD  These additional  classifications are not a problem  as long as the label also carries the  SG classification  An oil that is only classified SF is not  recommended     Changing Oil and Fitter   Engine oil and the filter should be changed together every 6 months  or 7 500 miles  12 000 km   whichever comes first  The filter is  located on the engine block  below the intake manifold     CAUTION    The oil filter cannot easily be removed from above the engine  For  this reason it is recommended that the oil filter change be done by  a skilled mechanic     1  Start the car to warm up the  engine  then shut it off    2  Remove the engine oil filler cap  and drain bolt  and drain the oil     aWARNING    A warmed up engine and the oil in  it are hot  be careful not to burn ENGINE OIL  yourself  DRAIN BOLT    108          3  Remove the oil filter and let the  remaining oil drain out    4  Install a new filter according to  the instructions on or with the  filter    5  Reinstall the drain bolt with a new  washer and tighten it securely   Refill the engine with the recom   mended oil  to the upper mark on  the dipstick    ENGINE OIL CHANGE CAPACITY   including filter   OIL FILTER  3 8 2  4 0 US qt   3 3 Imp qt    6  Reinstall the filler cap securely    7  Start the engine and make sure oil is not leaking from the drain  bolt or the filter    8  Shut off the engine and recheck the
57. e are items in addition to the  engine oil and filter that require service each 7 500 miles  12 000  km   See the maintenance schedule on page 102  After the  maintenance is done  be sure to reset the switch below the  tachometer by inserting the ignition key in the slot  The color of the  indicator will change to green and repeat its cycle     INDICATOR       AWARNING    Do not reset the maintenance indicator while driving  your hand  may impair steering which can result in an accident     44    Tilt Steering    The steering wheel position can be adjusted to suit the driver  preference     1    2       Push the lever located under the    dash  on the left side of the  steering column  all the way down  and hold it while adjusting the  steering wheel to the desired  position     Hold the steering wheel in the  desired position and pull the lever  all the way up to lock it in place        a WARNING    e Do not adjust the steering wheel position while driving   e After adjusting the steering wheel position  make sure it is    securely locked in place by  rocking  it up and down slightly     45    Windshield Wipers Washer Defogger    Windshield Wipers  Switch the wipers to INT for inter        mittent operation  LO for low speed     gt  F  operation  and HI for high speed a   j C  operation     In fog or very light rain  push the  lever down to the MIST position for  temporary high speed operation of    the wipers  The wipers will return   g   in   to the rest position and the m
58. e itself  The next time you turn on the radio you will see   Code  in the frequency display  Use the Preset buttons to enter  the five digit code  If entered correctly  the radio will start to play     You will then have to store your favorite stations in the Preset    buttons  Your original settings were lost when power was  disconnected     81    Gasoline    For proper operation of your car s emission controls  your engine is  designed to use unleaded fuel only     CAUTION    Using leaded or even low lead gasoline could damage some of your  emission controls  and also void their coverage under the emission  controls warranty     Use gasoline from pumps labeled unleaded  with a pump octane  number of 86 or higher  Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause  persistent  heavy  spark knock   a metallic rapping noise   which  can lead to engine damage if severe     CAUTION    If you notice steady spark knock while holding a steady speed ona  level road  try changing brands of gasoline  If the spark knock  persists  consult your Honda dealer  Failure to do so is considered  misuse  and misuse is not covered under the New Car Warranty     Occasionally you may notice light spark knock while accelerating or  driving up hills  This is no cause for concern  it simply means your  engine is running at its most economical     Oxygenated Fuels   Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an  ether compound to increase the gasoline s octane  These gasolines  are collectiv
59. e light does not indicate a failure of the normal brake system   The light only indicates a malfunction in the ABS  In such a case   the ABS is automatically shut down but normal braking capability  continues    e After jump starting the car  there is a possibility that the ABS  warning light may come on due to insufficient battery voltage   After the battery is sufficiently recharged and the engine is turned  off and restarted  the ABS warning light should indicate that the  ABS is OK  by coming on for a few seconds each time the engine  is started  If the light remains on after recharging  have it checked  by a Honda dealer      cont d     41    Warning and Indicator Lights  cont d        SRS   Supplemental Restraint System Indicator Light   Except Canada  LX     When the key is turned to the II position  the SRS indicator light will  come on for about six seconds  to show normal system operation   and then turn off    See Supplemental Restraint System section on pages 19 23     Canada    Daytime Running Lights  DRL  Indicator Light    The light comes on when the ignition switch is ON  position Il   the  headlight switch OFF and the parking brake set  This indicates that  the  Daytime Running Lights  are off  The indicator light goes off  when the parking brake is released  If the parking brake is reapplied  without switching the ignition off  the indicator light will remain off   See page 51    If the light does not go off when the parking brake is released with  the ignit
60. e protection for your engine    Therefore  use only a Honda recommended antifreeze coolant   CHECK WITH YOUR AUTHORIZED HONDA DEALER    For best corrosion protection  the mixture of coolant and water  must be maintained year round at 50 50  Concentrations less than  50  coolant may not provide sufficient protection against  corrosion and freezing  Concentrations of greater than 60  coolant  will impair cooling efficiency and are not recommended  Low   mineral drinking water or distilled water should be mixed with the  antifreeze coolant  Coolant loss should be replenished by a mixture  containing the proper concentration of antifreeze and water    Do not mix different antifreeze coolants    Do not use additional rust inhibitors or anti rust products  as they  may not be compatible with the radiator coolant    ENGINE DAMAGE CAUSED BY IMPROPER COOLANT USAGE IS  NOT COVERED BY THE NEW CARWARRANTY     Checking Coolant  Check the coolant level in the reserve tank when the engine is at  normal operating temperature     elf the level is below the MAX  mark  but still visible  add a 50 50  solution of antifreeze and water  to bring it up to MAX    e lf there is no coolant in the re   serve tank  the cooling system  should be checked for leaks and  repaired if necessary  Coolant  must then be added to the radi   ator              RESERVE TANK    112    AWARNING    e Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot  the  coolant is under pressure and could severely scald you    e 
61. e unsafe   Do not mix radial and bias ply tires on the same car      cont d   129    Tires  cont d     Tire Balancing    a WARNING    Unbalanced tires may affect handling and tire wear  A tire should  always be rebalanced after it has been dismounted from the wheel     Your original tires were properly balanced before the car left the  factory  but may need rebalancing at some time during the life of the  tire  Tire balancing for the COMPACT spare is not necessary     CAUTION    Use only Genuine Honda aluminum wheel weights if your car is  equipped with aluminum wheels  Non genuine Honda wheel  weights may corrode and damage the aluminum wheel     Tire Rotation   Tires may wear unevenly when used for a long time in the same  position on the car  To avoid this  rotate the tires every 7 500 miles   12 000 km   If abnormal or uneven wear develops between  rotations  the cause should be found and corrected as soon as  possible  The illustration shows how the tires can be rotated  The  COMPACT spare tire must not be included in tire rotation     NOTE     Brake pads should be inspected for wear whenever the tires are  rotated     Tire Traction    aWARNING    Worn tires or slippery road surfaces can reduce driving  cornering  and braking traction  To reduce the possibility of losing traction   slow down when the road gets slippery  replace tires when wear  indicators are visible  and KEEP TIRES PROPERLY INFLATED     130    Air Conditioner Care    Condenser and Radiator   Check the e
62. eat Belt Maintenance              18  Seat Belt System Components  A EE E ees 12  Wearing Seat Belts Properly    13  Wearing the Lap Belt                16  Wearing the Lap Shoulder Belt  EE PE PE E TEE Ter 14  Why Wear Seat Belts               Ti  Tilt Steering  ciiis 45    Tire             Changing a Flat Tire                140  COMPACT Spare             138  DOT Tire Quality Grades        151  Inflation Pressures                  127  Requirement    151  Rotation    130  Snow Tires  Spare Tire  Specification  FO    Siiras  Towing  Towing a Trailer    95  Transmission  CADACHY esia eiis 148  Identification Number              OIN FIUIC      eee eect eeeeeteeeeeeeees 110  Shifting the Automatic             92  Shifting the Manual                   90  Tread Wear    151  Trip Meter             eeeeseeeseeereeeers 36  Trunk  Access From Rear Seat             9  TE o PEE eevee iter eee 5  Lid Warning Light           00 0  43  T  ri SIQNAIS  cece secsossgesacaseesasvepioacd 49  U  Using a Seat Belt Locking Clip       32  Using Child Restraints With Tethers  gets teen beaten A eee 31  V  Vehicle Identification Number     150  Ventilation    eeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeees 59  W  Warning Lights         000 ee       Warranty Service  Washer   Reservoir Capacity          0        Windshield Washer       Wearing the Lap Belt             16  Wearing the Lap Shoulder Belt     14       Whe Eels          ecceeceeceeeeeeeetseeeeeeeeeaes 135  Where Should Children Sit             27  Why Wear Seat B
63. ed inside the fuse box  cover  To open the fuse box  turn the knob as shown              If any of your car s lights  accessories  or controls don t work   check their fuses  If a fuse has blown  the wire inside it will be  burned through     BLOWN    FUSE  REMOVER       Checking the fuses    1  Turn off the ignition and all other switches    2  If you find a blown or possibly faulty fuse  use the fuse remover   stored beside the spare fuse to pull the blown fuse out of its clips    3  Check all other fuses as well as the one you suspect    4  Push in a new fuse of the same rating  and make sure it fits tightly  in the clips  If it fits loosely  have your dealer fix it   If you don t have a spare  take a fuse of the same rating  or lower   out of a circuit you may not need  like the radio or cigarette lighter   Remember to replace the borrowed fuse and the missing spares      cont d     123    Fuse Replacement  cont d     CAUTION    A blown fuse may be just a symptom of some other problem  If a  new fuse blows right away  the cause should be diagnosed and  corrected by a qualified Honda technician  Never replace a fuse  with anything but another fuse of the same or lower rating  A  higher capacity fuse could cause damage and even start a fire     The main fuses and some primary  fuses are installed in the fuse box on  the right front fender in the engine  compartment    If the circuits from the battery are  ever overloaded  by a short in the  system drawing too much current  
64. elts    11  Windows  Appearance Care    seee 133  Power Windows sses 55  Windshield Defogget                    47  Windshield Washer  Windshield Wipers  Wiper Blades        00   eee  WIDGIS isi essdevetshisscsnscerinea i scentessesians  Y  Your Occupant Protection  SYSTEM   wsscactecveicesstecsiasceccet sacs es 10    163    Authorized Manuals    A Factory Authorized Manual is Available for Your Vehicle    The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your  vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated either by filling out the  reverse side of this form or  for credit card holders  by calling the  toll free phone number on the form  For manuals prior to the year  shown below  contact Helm Incorporated  P O  Box 07280  Detroit   Michigan 48207  or call  313  883 1430     a  61SM404EL Lt el cee ar Manual  61SM431 Body eeo Manual  31SM4620 Syne Mente  a  CeCe     Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obiigation  If order is to be  piaced after Apri  2000  cortact Heim for current prices and availabiiity                    Service Manual    This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair  to engine and chassis components  It is written for the journeyman  mechanic  but is simple enough for most mechanically inclined owners to  understand     Electrical Troubleshooting Manual    This manual compliments the Service Manual by providing in depth  troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your car
65. ely referred to as oxygenated fuels  Some areas of the  United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help meet clean  air standards    If you use an oxygenated fuel  be sure it meets the minimum octane  rating requirement as recommended    ETHANOL  ethyl or grain alcohol      Gasoline containing more than  10  ethanol by volume may cause starting and or performance  problems  Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the  name  Gasohol     METHANOL  methyl or wood alcohol      Gasoline containing  methanol must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to  protect the fuel system  Gasoline containing more than 5   methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance  problems and may damage metal  rubber and plastic parts of your  fuel system    MTBE  Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether      You may use gasoline  containing up to 15  MTBE by volume     82    Before using an oxygenated fuel  try to confirm the fuel s contents   Some states and provinces require this information to be posted on  the pump  If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms   switch to a conventional unleaded gasoline  Fuel system damage or  performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel  are not the responsibility of Honda and are not covered under  warranty     NOTE    Oxygenated fuels can damage paint and plastic  Be careful not to  spill fuel when filling your fuel tank  Damage caused by spilled fuel is  not covered under warranty     Operation In Foreign Countries 
66. er cargo  distribution  Check also for excessive cargo weight  worn  suspension or other causes and correct the problem before driving   Be sure the cargo is secured so it will not shift while driving  Check  that your rearview mirrors conform to any federal  state provinces   or local regulations  If not  install rearview mirrors designed for  towing  Before towing a trailer  practice turning  stopping  and  reversing with a trailer in an area away from traffic until you learn  the technique     Towing Safety    a WARNING    e Stopping distance will be increased when towing a trailer  For  each 10 mph  16 km h  of speed  allow at least two car lengths  between you and the vehicle ahead  Avoid sudden braking  which may cause trailer jackknifing and loss of control    e Avoid jerky starts and rapid acceleration  If your car has a  manual transmission  always start out in first gear and release  the clutch at moderate engine rpm    e Avoid rapid lane changing and sharp turns  The trailer could hit  your car in a tight turn  Slow down before making a turn   Remember  the total length of your car plus trailer will require a  wider turning circle    e Crosswinds may adversely affect handling of your car and  trailer  Use the rearview mirrors frequently to warn you of  approaching large vehicles that may pass you causing your car  and trailer to sway  When being passed  firmly grip the steering  wheel and be prepared to reduce speed immediately but  gradually  Never increase speed 
67. est  are A  B  and C  and  they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as  measured under controlled conditions on specified government test  surfaces of asphalt and concrete  A tire marked C may have poor  traction performance     a WARNING    The traction grades assigned are based on braking  straight ahead   traction tests and do not include cornering  turning  traction      cont d   151    DOT Tire Quality Grades  cont d     Temperature   The temperature grades are A  the highest   B and C representing  the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to  dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a  specified indoor laboratory test wheel  Sustained high temperature  can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life   and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure  The grade  C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car  tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard  No  109  Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on  the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law     a WARNING    The tire temperature grade is established for a tire that is properly  inflated and not overloaded  Excessive speed  underinflation  or  excessive loading  either separately or in combination  can cause  heat buildup and possible tire failure     152    Emission Controls    Sources of Emissions   The combustion process produces carbon monoxide  oxides of  nit
68. et water or soap air dry on painted  surfaces    During wiping  inspect the surface for stone chips and scratches   paint them with touch up paint so they won t rust  touch up paint  is available through your Honda dealer     For further instructions on corrosion protection  refer to the Rust  Prevention section on the next pages     Waxing   Wax the car when water will no longer  bead  on the paint    Always wash and dry the car before you wax it    Use a good quality liquid or paste wax  and follow the manufacturer s  instructions  Wax all the metal trim to keep its luster     NOTE    Removing oil  tar  etc   with a spot remover will usually strip the  wax from the surrounding finish  Be sure to re wax these areas  even if the rest of the car does not yet need waxing     134    Aluminum Alloy Wheels  US  EX  Canada  EX R   CAUTION        Wash the wheels after driving on snowy or icy roads where salt  has been applied    e Avoid off road driving  Brush  rocks  dirt  and severe impact  may damage the wheels    e Install tire chains carefully  Improperly installed chains can cause  damage to the wheels       Honda aluminum wheels are treated with a protective finish   Wash them with a low phosphate detergent and sponge  Do not  use abrasive cleaners or stiff brushes    e Always install aluminum wheels in sets of four  If mixed with  other types  the car s handling may be affected     Rust Prevention   Rusting is likely to occur in parts of the car where water is trapped   or w
69. f luggage and passengers in the car  as well as the  tongue load and hitch weight should also be considered in terms  of the GAWR  which is the maximum amount of weight that  should be supported over the front and the rear axles  You  should have your car and trailer weighed at a commercial  weighing station to check both the GVWR and GAWR s to  confirm that the total weight and weight distribution are within  safe driving limits    The maximum trailer tongue load must not exceed 100 Ibs   45   kg   Cargo should be distributed so that the tongue load is   approximately 10  of the total weight of the trailer and its  cargo  This is done by distributing approximately 60  of cargo  weight toward the front of the trailer and 40  toward the rear     TRAILER WEIGHT TONGUE LOAD       Maximum  1 000 Ibs  450 kg  Maximum  100 Ibs  45 kg     e Never load the trailer so that the back is heavier than the front   This will seriously affect vehicle handling  Be sure the cargo is  secured so that it will not move during driving     cont d     95    Towing a Trailer  cont d     Hitches   Use only a hitch recommended by your Honda dealer  The hitch  should be bolted securely to the car and installed by a qualified  technician  Do not use a hitch designed for temporary installation  and never use one that attaches only to the bumper     Trailer Brakes and Safety Chains   The Honda Automobile Division recommends that trailers equipped  with brakes should conform to any applicable federal and st
70. for example   a main fuse will blow  preventing damage to the entire  wiring harness  If the main fuse  blows  have a Honda dealer check  the system  repair the cause  and  replace the fuse         US EX  Canada  EX R  E  The fuses for Anti lock Brakes are ak  installed next to the air filter          CAUTION    e The electrical system is protected by fuses that are designed to  fail and prevent damage to the wire harness  Always replace  blown fuses with the same rating as specified to prevent wiring  damage that can result in a possible fire    e For proper electrical contact after replacing these fuses  make  sure all screws are tight     124    Bulb Replacement    See page 149 for bulb specifications     Front turn signal lights Front side marker and turn signal  lights position lights       Brake and taillights  License plate lights  back up lights __        cont d     125    Bulb Replacement  cont d     Interior light Sunvisor light   US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R                    Door courtesy lights   US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R         Front   Rear        126    Tires    The factory installed tires on your car were selected to match the  car s performance capabilities and to provide the best combination  of handling  ride comfort  and tread wear    We recommend that you get the same size  type  and grade of tires  when replacement is necessary  If your tires have an all season  tread design  the model name will be followed by the marking   M    S   mud and snow  or  al
71. for you and your  passengers to get the most protection from the seat belts     If you recline a seat back  you reduce the protective capability of  your seat belt  The farther a seat back is reclined  the greater the  risk that you will slide under the belt in a severe crash and be very  seriously injured     For information on how to adjust the seat back  see page 6     Head Restraint Position   Head restraints can help protect you from whiplash and other  injuries  For the best protection  the top of the head rest should be  even with the top of your ears  or as high as possible  For  instructions on how to adjust the head restraints  see page 7        24    Door Locks   It is not safe to leave your car doors unlocked  A passenger   especially a child  could open a door accidentally and fall out  Also   there is a greater chance of being thrown out of the car during a  crash when the doors are not locked     Storing Cargo Safely   Before you drive  make sure you first securely store or tie down any  items that could be thrown around the car and hurt someone  or  interfere with your ability to operate the controls     Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf  They can block your  view and they could be thrown about the car in a crash     Be sure to keep compartment doors closed when the car is moving     If a front passenger hits the door of an open glove box  for example   they could injure their knees      cont d     25    Additional Safety Information  cont d     Dr
72. formed  i  Sign or Stamp    Mileage  km     Dae    Maintenance Performed  i  Sign or Stamp    Mileage  km     l Date l    Maintenance Performed   Sign or Stamp    Mileage  km           Date       104    Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp     Mileage       Date       Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp     Mileage       Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp        Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp        Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp        Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp        Maintenance Performed           Maintenance Performed      Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp         Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp      Sign or Stamp     Mileage       Date UUT       Mileage  km     Spaa ee       105    Fluid Locations           ANTI LOCK  BRAKE FLUID  RESERVOIR  AUTOMATIC  US  EX  Canada  EX R   TRANSMISSION  FLUID DIPSTICK   Yellow marking  BRAKE FLUID  RESERVOIR             ENGINE OIL    FILLER CAP  RADIATOR CLUTCH FLUID  RESERVE RESERVOIR  TANK     Manual Trans   mission Only     RADIATOR  CAP    ENGINE OIL  DIPSTICK POWER STEERING      WASHER FLUID FLUID RESERVOIR   Orange marking  RESERVOIR CAP    106    Engine Oil and Filter    Checking   Check the engine oil a couple of minutes after shutting the engine  off  with the car parked on level ground  Remove the dipstick   orange marking  and wipe it clean  Re insert it all the way down   then pull it out and read the level  The level 
73. g With Pets  E  Emergency  Changing Flat Tire                140  Hazard Warning System           50  lf Your Gets Stuck       0    0   147  144  146  Warning and Indicator Lights   38  Emission Controls      0     0  153  Engine  COO aM sseni 112  Coolant Temperature Gauge    37  Exhaust Controls    s s s 154  Identification Number             150  Oil and Filter    107  Oil Pressure Warning Light      40  Specification    149  Engine Exhaust Gas Warning         89  Evaporative Emission Control  SY SUSI erroei eniin i ate 153  Exhaust Gas Recirculation           154  Exterior Care sssr 134  F  Filters       PlUId ys See aes See  Oil   Foreign Countries Operation in      83  Front Seat   Adjustment           0 e eee 6  Fuel       Fuse  Checking and Replacing          123  Specification    149    G    GaSOline              ccceeeeeeeee See  Fuel    Gas Station Information  Back cover   Gauge Sai sea ea n aa ei ieo 36   General Guidelines for Restraining  Children Under    40 Pounds  18kg                 28  Glove BOX srssipeviripi iinsert 56  H  Hazard Warning System                 50  Headlights   IASG si artesi a 49  High Beam Indicator                  38    High Beam Low Beam Switch  Ma a   aoe E E  SWITCH  2 tetinecs aussie ldvesitiecsia vende       eel EE tare emcee aes 38  Head Restraints          0  eee 7  Hoat iiien 65  High Beam   Indicator Light          ee 38   SWITCH  24 etic oe Sees 49  Hood Latch        0e ee eee tees 54    How the Driver s Airbag Works    21  
74. g away     Rear Seat Armrest    US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    The rear seat armrest is located at  the center of the rear seat back and  can be used by pulling the tab out              Trunk Access from Rear Seat   The rear seat back can be released by turning the lock on the rear  shelf with the master key and pulling down the top of the seat back   This allows you access to the trunk and makes it possible to carry  long objects inside the car    The rear seat back can also be released from inside the trunk by  pulling the release        MASTER  KEY RELEASE       AWARNING    e Passengers or pets must not sit on the folded portion of the rear  seat    e Make sure any luggage or cargo within the trunk  or extending  through the rear seat trunk access is secured    e Make sure the seat back latches engage securely when the  seat back is returned to its normal position    e Weight limits shown on the label located on the driver s door  jamb must be observed  The total weight of passengers and  cargo must not exceed the total weight limit on the label    e Do not store any items on the shelf behind the rear seat  they  may become dangerous projectiles in a collision    e Store any luggage or cargo in the trunk  If you are carrying more  items than will fit in the trunk  use the floor space between the  front and rear seats    e Make sure both rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the  rear seat backs whenever the seat backs are in their upright  position     When closing
75. g the heat to your leg  and foot area  Continue to adjust the temperature and fan speed to  find the most comfortable setting     To Turn Everything OFF   Slide the temperature lever to the left or turn the temperature  control dial counterclockwise all the way  turn the fan switch off  andpushthe gg   buttonon     NOTE   This setting should only be used in cold weather for the first few  minutes of driving to prevent cold air from blowing into the cabin   Under normal operating conditions  the fan should always be kept  ON to prevent the accumulation of stale air in the system     68    Moonroof  US  EX  Canada  EX R     To open or close the moonroof  push and hold the switch  Release  the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position    Do not hold the switch on after the moonroof has fully opened or  closed  or you may damage the moonroof motor     POP UP WIND  DEFLECTOR       AWARNING    e Do not allow any part of your body to extend through the  moonroof while the vehicle is in motion  In the event of a  collision or sudden application of the brakes  severe personal  injury could result    e To avoid the possibility of injury while closing the moonroof   never allow any part of your body to extend through the  opening     CAUTION   Operating the moonroof in severe cold or when it is covered with  snow or ice may cause damage to the moonroof     Sunshade  As well as the moonroof  there is a sliding sunshade which you can  adjust to let in light with the roof close
76. g the switch located on  each passenger door    When opening or closing a window   push and hold either the  up  or FRONT PASSENGER S WINDOW   down  side of the switch until the   window reaches the desired posi     tion  then release  XJ   Ly    NOTE  a Close     The driver s window can be opened ear  fully  without the driver having to   hold the switch down  simply by   pushing the switch past the first     stop   REAR PASSENGER S WINDOW          Open    Power Window Key off Operation   The power windows can still be operated for about 10 minutes  after the ignition is turned from the  II  to the  I  or  O  position as  long as neither front door has been opened     a WARNING    e Be sure  before closing any window  that all hands  arms and  other obstructions are clear of the window frame and glass   severe personal injury could result    e Always keep the main switch in the off position when children  are in the car  injury may result from unintentional window  Operation     55    Glove Box and Clock    Glove Box   Open by pulling the handle  Close  with a firm push  The glove box  door can be locked by using the  master key    The glove box light will go on when  the glove box door is opened and    s  the headlights are on     aly  Do not drive the car with the glove      box door open  it could cause injury  in an accident           Digital Clock   The time is displayed continuously when the ignition is switched to   Il or Ill  At all other times  push in on the lid to
77. here there is continual dampness    e Water will collect inside doors and body panels if drain holes  become clogged    e Water which seeps under or soaks floor mats will subject floor  sections to prolonged wetness or dampness    e Road dirt or sand  which collects and fills recesses on the  underside of the car  retains moisture long after the rest of the  car has dried    The removal of paint and undercoating by stones  gravel  and minor   accidents immediately exposes metal to air and moisture    Rusting is increased by high humidity and by the presence of   corrosive substances in the air or on the roads       Salt used for road de icing will coat the bottom of the car and  hasten rusting    e Localities with high humidity have greater potential for rust  problems  especially where salt is also present on the road or in  moist sea air    e Industrial pollution will accelerate the deterioration of paint  finishes and promote rusting      cont d     135    Appearance Care  cont d     Preventive Service   Check all drain holes in the doors and body panels for clogging and  clear if necessary  When washing your car  also clean the underside  of the car by using high pressure water     1  above subframe      inside front fender  3  rear suspension   4  inside rear wheel housing   and 5 under rear bumper    After washing your car or after heavy rain  check for leaks  Dry any  wet areas of your car s interior  Have leaks repaired as soon as  possible    After driving your car  
78. icator with a pointed instrument  such as a ball point pen until the light goes off  about 3 seconds       US  EX  Canada  EX R    After 30 hours of cassette tape play  the CLEAN indicator light will  come on as a reminder to clean the tape heads  If the light comes on  and the tape heads were not cleaned at the recommended 30 hours  of usage  see maintenance section in the next page   they should be  cleaned immediately  To reset  push the indicator with a pointed  instrument such as a ball point pen until the light goes off  about 3  seconds       cont d     79    Stereo Sound System  cont d     Defective Tape Eject   The tape player includes a protection mechanism to automatically  eject defective tapes  warped housing  loose label  faulty tape  movement  immediately upon insertion  If a tape malfunctions while  in play  the tape direction will change back and forth and then eject  the cassette  Tapes ejected before play should be considered faulty  and discarded  tapes ejected during play may only be unevenly  wound and could be re usable if fully rewound  manually  outside the  player     NOTE    The tape player may repeat cycle through the loading and unloading  motion several times in an effort to eject a faulty tape  During this  process the tape will either eject fully or rise to the loading level and  have to be pulled out manually  In either case  discard the tape  re   use may damage the tape player     Maintenance   The head in the cassette tape player can pick u
79. ickly  or keep smoke or dust out of  the car without losing the heat or cool function  simply push the     lt   button      US  DA  t Canada  LX   US  LX EX  TERE    CERES                   Sr oD       NOTE    The windows may become fogged if the system is in the    set   ting for an extended period of time with the air conditioner off  As  soon as the interior is warmed  switch to cS  setting     62    How to Use the Controls  To Ventilate     US  DX  Canada  LX    Move the temperature lever to the left  select the 7 position  and push the gj button off   Switch the fan on and outside air will flow through the corner and  center vents  To change air distribution  switch to the   posi   ron ang outside air will also flow from the heater ducts at the floor  evel            US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R   Turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise  and push the  and    buttons  Switch the fan on and outside air will  flow through the corner and center vents  To change air distribution   switch to the    position and outside air will also flow from  the heater ducts at the floor level         cont d     63    Heating and Cooling  cont d     To Cool with A C  optional on US  DX  Canada  LX    To cool the car down quickly  start the engine  turn the fan to high   push the A C button and open the windows briefly  Then close the  windows  slide the temperature lever all the way to the left or turn  the temperature control dial counterclockwise all the way  select  the z positio
80. ing clicks are heard             NAN       Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions   Always stop the engine before refueling  and never refuel near  sparks or open flames    CAUTION    If you replace the cap  use only a genuine Honda replacement part  or its equivalent  Failure to use the proper part could cause serious  fuel system problems     84    How to Improve Your Gas Mileage       Drive at a smooth  steady pace to avoid unnecessary deceleration  and stops     accelerating back to speed uses more fuel    e Plan trips to avoid rush hour traffic if possible    e Make sure the parking brake is completely released    e Consolidate trips whenever possible    e Keep vehicle weight to a minimum by removing unnecessary  items from the luggage area    e Whenever possible  use fresh air from the dash vents to keep  cool when driving  open windows  or use of the air conditioning  both affect fuel economy     Air conditioner is optional on US  DX  Canada  LX     Keep the tires adjusted to the recommended pressure   Tire Pressure measured cold     Front Rear   US  DX LX  Canada  LX EX 200 kPa  29 psi   US  EX  Canada  EX R 220 kPa  32 psi     Condition of Your Car   You can only get maximum fuel economy if your car is in top  running condition  Have all required maintenance done at the proper  intervals  Check tire pressures and tire wear frequently  If tire wear  is uneven  have the alignment checked by your Honda dealer   Proper alignment saves gasoline and pro
81. ing the Engine    Before Starting  When starting in cold weather  keep all unnecessary electrical  circuits off  lights  defogger  etc   for the best battery output     Manual Transmission    1  Apply the parking brake    2  Push the clutch pedal all the way in  see NOTE below    3  Shift the transmission to neutral     NOTE   On cars equipped with manual transmissions  the engine will not  crank unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed     Automatic Transmission   1  Make sure the shift lever is in Park  P    2  Apply the parking brake and the foot brake     Starting the Engine   During the following starting procedures  do not crank the engine   for more than 15 seconds at atime  If the engine won t start  wait   10 seconds before going to the next step    1  With your foot off the accelerator  start the engine by turning the  key to the Ill position    2  If the engine won t start within 15 seconds or starts but fails to  continue to run  push the accelerator pedal halfway  and hold it  there while cranking the engine  If the engine starts  release the  accelerator gradually    3  If it doesn t start within 15 seconds  push the accelerator pedal  down to the floor and hold it there while cranking  If the engine  starts  release the accelerator gradually  If it doesn t start  repeat  step 2     Cold Weather at High Altitude Starting   1  When starting in cold weather at high altitude  above 8 000 feet    push the accelerator pedal about halfway and hold it there while  cr
82. ion ON  or if it comes on while driving  it indicates a burnt  out high beam bulb    Have the bulb checked and replaced by your Honda dealer     42    Safety Indicator Lights         Door and Trunk Lid Warning Lights   If a door or the trunk lid is open when the ignition is switched on   the appropriate indicator will light  and stay lit  until the door or  trunk lid is closed          BRAKE LAMP  Brake Lamp Warning Light          If a brake light does not work  the BRAKE LAMP indicator will  go on when you push the brake pedal with the ignition on  the  indicator will stay on until you have the lamp repaired or replaced   Have the brake lights checked as soon as possible     AWARNING    It is dangerous to drive your car with a problem in either the brake  electrical or hydraulic system  have your dealer check both  systems if you suspect brake trouble     Checking the Safety Indicator Lights   The door  trunk lid and brake lamp warning lights should come on for  about two seconds when the ignition switch is turned on  If they  don t  have the system checked by a Honda dealer     43    Maintenance Indicator    When the total mileage of your car approaches the specified  maintenance interval for engine oil change  oil filter change or other  required service  the indicator will change from green to yellow  The  indicator will change to red if it is not reset before you reach the  mileage interval  The indicator marked MAINTENANCE REQUIRED is  to be used as a reminder that ther
83. ired speed  release the switch and the system s memory will be  re programmed to the new speed    For faster acceleration  push the accelerator until you reach the  desired speed  then push and release the SET switch to re program  the system     To a slower speed     push and hold the SET switch and the car will  coast  when you reach the desired slower speed  release the switch  and the system will be re programmed     For temporary acceleration above the set speed  such as for passing   use the accelerator pedal conventionally  When you want to return  to the set speed  take your foot off the accelerator and coast  without applying the brakes     A WARNING    The Cruise Control automates the function of the accelerator  pedal to maintain your car at a constant speed  This can be a  convenience on long trips  but it can also be a danger if there are  many other cars on the road or if the road is unfamiliar  Pay strict  attention to the responsibility of driving whenever using the  Cruise Control     CAUTION    Because the Cruise Control directly activates the accelerator  pedal  don t rest your foot under the pedal when the Cruise  Control is on  it may pull the pedal down onto your foot     NOTE    e With Cruise Control on  your speed will still vary slightly   particularly when going up or down hills    e Do not ride the brake or clutch  5 speed transmission   as this will  cause the Cruise Control to disengage     53    Hood and Parking Brake    Hood   To open the hood  
84. iving With Pets   Loose pets can be a hazard while you are driving  A loose pet can  interfere with your ability to drive the car  In a crash or sudden stop   loose pets or cages can be thrown around inside the car and hurt  you or your passengers  It is also for their safety that pets should be  properly restrained in your car     The recommended way to restrain a medium sized or larger dog is  with a special traveling harness  This harness can be secured to the  rear seat with a seat belt  Travel harnesses are available at pet  stores     A small dog  cat  or other small animal will be safest in a rigid sided  pet carrier  Choose a style that allows you to secure it to the car s  seat by routing a seat belt through the carrier s handle     For further information  contact your veterinarian or local animal  protection society     26    Child Safety    Children depend on adults to protect them  To help make sure we  do  every state and Canadian province has laws requiring infants  and young children to be properly restrained whenever they ride ina  Car     A WARNING    An infant or child who is not properly restrained can be killed or  seriously injured in a crash     Be sure any child too small for seat belts is properly secured in a  child restraint     Where Should Children Sit    According to crash statistics  children of all sizes and ages are safer  when they are properly restrained in the rear seat rather than the  front seat     We recommend that  whenever possible  y
85. ke sure the seat fits your child   Check the seat s instructions and labels for height and weight limits     Secure the child seat to the car  All approved child seats are  designed to be secured in the car seat by the lap belt or the lap belt  portion of a lap shoulder belt  A child whose seat is not properly  secured to the car can be endangered in a crash     To properly route a seat belt through a child seat  follow the seat  maker s instructions  If you use a lap shoulder belt  be sure you  install a locking clip on the belt  see page 32       Secure the child in the child seat  Make sure the infant or child is    firmly secured to the child seat  Use the straps provided  and  carefully follow the manufacturer s instructions     28    Restraining an Infant Who Weighs Less Than 20 Pounds  9 kg    An infant up to about 20 pounds  9 kg  must be restrained in an  infant seat or a convertible seat designed for a baby  Because  infants must ride in a reclining position  be sure the infant seat  always faces the REAR of the car as shown     We recommend that  whenever possible  you put the infant seat in  the center position of the rear seat and secure it to the car with the  lap belt     If you decide to put an infant seat in any other seating position  you  must use a locking clip with the car s lap shoulder belt  see page  32           cont d     29    Child Safety  cont d     Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 20 and 40 Pounds   9   18 kg    Toddler seats are designed f
86. l season     If you decide not to get the same brand of tires as those originally  installed  you should make sure that the replacements are the radial  type  of the same size  load range  and speed rating as the original  tires    If you have any questions about your car s tires  please contact  your Honda dealer     Inflation Pressures   The tire label on the driver s door  jamb shows recommended tire pres   sures for carrying loads up to the  limit shown    These pressures were chosen to  provide you with the best combi   nation of tread life  riding comfort  and stability under normal driving  conditions     CA NSH  Ye  Improper inflation can reduce both    TIRE LABEL  LLG  tire life and load carrying capacity     Check the tire pressures at least once a month  including the spare   Lower pressure than recommended lets the tread and sidewalls flex  too much  causing increased tire temperatures  uneven wear  and  poor handling  Pressure higher than recommended can make the tire  too stiff  increasing the chance of damage from road hazards  and  also causing uneven wear            CAUTION       Check tire pressure when the tires are cold     After the car has been parked for more than 3 hours or driven  less than 1 mile 1 6 km     Tire pressure may increase as much as 41 kPa  6 psi  when the  tire is hot  so NEVER ADJUST tire pressure when the tires are  hot    Never inflate load range B tires to more than 220 kPa  32 psi   cold    Cars with luggage racks or cartop carriers
87. ll off the road as soon as possible     a WARNING    e It is hazardous to drive your car with a problem in either the  brake electrical or hydraulic system  have your dealer check  both systems if you suspect brake trouble       Do not ride the brakes  In other words  don t put your foot on  the brake pedal unless you intend to brake  This causes  excessive brake wear and can damage  or lead to loss of braking  effectiveness through overheating  Your brake lights may also  confuse drivers behind you    e Driving through deep water may affect the brakes    Check their effectiveness by pressing the brake pedal gently    If the car does not slow down at the normal rate  continue  gently applying the brakes  while maintaining a safe speed  until  they dry out and normal performance returns        Brake Wear   Both front and rear brakes should be inspected for wear at the  intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule on page 102    When the brakes require maintenance  use only genuine Honda  replacement parts or their equivalent     Brake Wear Indicators   Your car is equipped with audible brake wear indicators  When the  brake pads need to be replaced  the wear indicators will make a   screeching  sound or a high pitch chirp     NOTE    Due to some driving habits or climates  brakes may  squeal  when  you first apply them or when you have them partially applied  this is  normal  and does not indicate excessive wear  The wear indicator  makes a  screeching  sound while the brakes a
88. locking clip is usually included with the child seat  If you need a  clip  contact the seat s manufacturer or a store that sells child  restraints     To install a locking clip  do the following     1  Place the child restraint in the desired position  Route the lap   shoulder belt through the restraint according to the seat  manufacturer s instructions     2  Insert the latch plate into the buckle  Pull on the shoulder part of  the belt to make sure there is no slack in the lap portion        3  Tightly grasp the belt near the latch plate  Pinch both parts of the  belt together so they won t slip through the latch plate  Unbuckle  the seat belt     4  Install the locking clip as shown  Position the clip as close as  possible to the latch plate     5  Insert the latch plate into the buckle  Push and pull on the child  seat to verify that it is held firmly in place  If it is not  repeat these  steps until the restraint is secure     32    Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 40 Pounds  18 kg    We recommend that  whenever possible  a child who has outgrown  a toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the rear seat  and use a lap shoulder belt     Put the lap shoulder belt on your child and check its fit  The  shoulder belt should fit over the collarbone and across the chest   The lap belt should sit low on your child s hips  not across the  stomach        If the shoulder belt crosses the neck  have your child move toward  the center of the rear seat until the belt fi
89. longs tire life     85    Ignition Switch    The combined ignition switch anti theft lock is located on the right  side of the steering column and has four positions        e 0 LOCK position  The key can be removed or inserted in this  position  To remove the key  push it in at position I  then turn it to  O and pull it out  When the key is removed  the steering column  will lock     NOTE    On cars equipped with automatic transmissions  the transmission  must be in Park before pushing and turning the key to the 0 LOCK  position     a WARNING    Never turn the ignition switch to the lock position or remove the  key while the car is in motion  the steering wheel can lock causing  a loss of directional control  and an accident could result     e  ACCESSORY position  In this position  the accessory circuit is  on  but the ignition circuit is off   If the key is difficult to turn from the O to the   position  turn the  steering wheel slightly to relieve pressure on the lock     e II ON position  This is the normal running position     Canada Cars   The  Daytime Running Lights  will come on in this position  See  page 51       e IlIl START position  The starter will engage when the key is  turned to this position     To remind you to remove the ignition key when leaving your car  a  beeper will sound if the key is still in the ignition when you open the  driver s door  The beeper system is deactivated when you turn the  ignition to O  Lock  and fully remove the key     86    Start
90. ly to go as far as the next  garage or dealer to have the regular tire repaired and reinstalled     Because you will rarely use the COMPACT spare  be sure to  regularly check its condition and air pressure  415 kPa  60 psi   so it  will be ready when you need it  This type of tire holds less air at  higher pressure than a regular tire  so it will inflate  or deflate if there  is a leak  more rapidly  check its pressure often and add air gradually  if it needs any     aWARNING    e The COMPACT spare tire has a  different tire size  air pressure re   quirement  tread life and maxi   mum speed rating than the four  regular tires on your car  Disre   garding these warnings may re   sult in tire failure  loss of vehicle  control and possible injury to  vehicle occupants    Do not exceed 50 mph  80 km h  under any circumstances  when using the COMPACT spare    Do not mount snow chains on the COMPACT spare  They will  not fit properly and will damage the tire and possibly your car  If  you must use the COMPACT spare when driving on roads  covered with snow or ice  use it as one of the rear tires and  mount chains only on the front two regular tires        138    A WARNING TREAD INDICATOR    e The COMPACT spare tire has a WEAR LOCATION  much shorter tread life than regu   NDICATOR  lar tires  Replace the tire as soon  as tread wear indicators appear  as solid bands across the tread   Replace with a tire of exactly the  same size and construction    e The COMPACT spare tire and  wheel
91. n and  adjust the temperature lever control dial to a comfortable setting     NOTE   This setting is desirable for most operating conditions in ambient  temperatures above approximately 32  F  0  C       US  DX  Canada  LX           66    To Defrost   To defrost or defog the windshield and door windows  slide the  temperature lever to the_riaht or turn the temperature control dial  clockwise  select the 47  defrost  function  and switch the fan  on    If there is actual frost on the windows  first select the     posi   tion    If the windows are fogged  select to the cS gt  setting  Warmed  air will then flow from the windshield and side defroster vents      US DX  Canada  LX                        cont d     67    Heating and Cooling  cont d     For extra door window defrosting or defogging  select either the    OF or GY  defrost  function  switch to the  cS  setting  and turn the fan on    Air will flow to the side door windows from the vents at each end  of the dash when the vertical fins of the dash corner vents are  pointed toward the windows  and the horizontal fins are moved  upward    SIDE WINDOW   DEFROSTER       VERTICAL FIN DASH CORNER  ADJUSTMENT CONTROL VENT    After the windows are sufficiently defrosted  you may wish to  select the f or    yf mode for more comfort  Sliding the  temperature lever to the left or turning the temperature control dial  counterclockwise will reduce the temperature of the air exiting the  dash corner vents without appreciably affectin
92. n and push the gg button on  so inside air  will recirculate to the air conditioner for maximum cooling    When the interior has cooled sufficiently  switch the fan to the  desired speed  then change to the  lt S gt  setting to direct fresh   outside  air to the air conditioner      US  DX  Canada  LX           When using the air conditioner in heavy traffic  or while driving up  long hills  watch the coolant temperature gauge  if the needle moves  near the  H  end of the scale  turn the air conditioner off by  pushing the A C button  leave it off until the needle goes back into  the middle of the scale     64    To Heat   Switch the fan on  slide the temperature lever to the right or turn  the temperature control dial clockwise  select the  f position   and warmed air will begin flowing from the floor outlets      US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R     A small amount of warmed air will also flow from the windshield  defroster vent      US  DX  Canada  LX                 To warm up the interior quickly  push the    button so the  inside air will be recirculated to the heater     If the windows begin to fog while heating in the setting   switch to  lt  gt  to allow outside air to enter      cont d   65    Heating and Cooling  cont d     To Dehumidify with A C  optional on US  DX  Canada  LX   Because an air conditioner dehumidifies as it works  you can use it  in cool or cold weather to help defog the windows  Just switch the  fan on  push the A C button on  select the desired functio
93. n from  snow  etc  by rocking the car alternately between forward and  reverse gears  Severe transmission damage may result from  shifting into gear with the wheels moving     147    Specifications    Dimensions   Length 4 705 mm  185 2 in   Width 1 705 mm  67 1 in   Height 1 390 mm  54 7 in              Wheelbase 2 720 mm  107 1 in   Track 1 475 mm  58 1 in   1 480 mm  58 3 in                                                                 Weights  Gross Vehicle See the certification label attached ta the left  Weight Rating tear door jamb   Tires  Size Pressure See the tire label attached ta the driver   s door  jamb   Capacities  Fuel tank Approx  64 5 2  17 04 US gal  14 19 tmp gal   Radiator coolant  5 speed Change    3 0 2  0 79 US gal  0 66 Imp gal   transmission Total 6 6 2 1 74 US gal  1 45 Imp gal   Automatic Change       3 5 2  0 92 US gal   0 77 Imp gal   transmission Total 7 1 2  1 88 US gal  1 56 Imp gal   Engine oil p  Change     Including 3 8 2 4 0 US qt  3 3 Imp qt   fitter    Without 3 5 2  3 7 US at  3 1 Imp qt   filter    Total il 49 2  5 2 US qt   4 3 Imp at   5 speed trans  Change 1 9 2  2 0 US qt  1 7 Imp qt   mission oil Total 2 0 2 2 1 US qt  1 8 Imp qt   Automatic trans  Change 1 24 2 2 5 US at  2 1 imp qt   mission fluid Total 6 0 2  6 3 US qt  5 3 Imp qt   Windshield washer reservoir 2 5 2 2 6 US qt  2 2 Imp qt   3  4 5 2  4 8 US qt  4 0 tmp qt                    1 Including the coolant in the reserve tank 0 6 2  0 16 US gal  0 13 Imp gal  and that
94. ngine radiator and the air conditioner condenser  in front  of the radiator  for accumulated dirt  insects or leaves  Carefully  brush or hose them off to assure maximum cooling performance     CAUTION   Radiator and condenser fins are very thin and easily damaged  do  not bend them with the high water pressure or brush     Compressor Drive Belt  Check the compressor belt tension monthly  during periods when  you use the air conditioner a lot     A WARNING    If the engine has been running  some engine components may be  hot enough to burn you     When pushed with 98 N  22 lb  of force midway between the  alternator pulley and the engine crankshaft pulley  the belt should  deflect about    10   12 mm  0 4   0 5 in        ALTERNATOR  DRIVE  PULLEY CRANKSHAFT  PULLEY  COMPRESSOR DRIVE  PULLEY   cont d     131    Air Conditioner Care  cont d     System Maintenance   Run your air conditioner at least once a week for about ten minutes   even during the off season  to lubricate the seals and the inside of  the compressor and  to verify that the system is functional     If the air conditioner is not cooling properly  it may indicate an  undercharged system  Have your dealer check the system for leaks   then evacuate and charge the system with refrigerant 12    Charging quantity    900   950 g  31 8   33 6 oz     CAUTION     Prolonged use of an undercharged system may damage the  compressor     132    Appearance Care    Interior Trim   Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner
95. of a song or other  passage  The tape skips forward or backward  depending on which  direction you push the FF REW TMS switch    Activate TMS by pushing the FF REW TMS button and holding it  until you hear a beep  If you push the button down  you will see  REW blinking in the display as the tape rewinds  If you push the  button up  you will see FF blinking in the display as the tape fast  forwards  When the system senses a silent period on the tape  it  goes back to PLAY mode     NOTE     US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    The REPEAT and TMS functions use silent periods on the tape to  find the end of a selection  These features may not work  satisfactorily on tapes that have almost no gap between songs  a  high noise level between songs  or silent periods in the middle of  songs     Dolby   Noise Reduction   00    US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R   Push when playing tapes recorded in Dolby NR  the Dolby NR  indicator will light   Push again when playing tapes not recorded in  Dolby NR  Use of the wrong setting will affect high frequency  response     NOTE    e The Dolby NR circuit will not operate during radio reception    e Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from  Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation   Dolby  and the  double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing  Corporation      cont d     77    Stereo Sound System  cont d      Canada  LX                        US  LX   Canada EX                        US  EX   Canada  EX R               
96. on fluid to  overheat  Instead  use the handbrake or footbrake        When towing trailers  avoid high transmission fluid  temperatures  caused by the transmission frequently shifting  between 3rd and 4th gears  by driving in Ds     NOTE    Be sure to check state provinces and local laws concerning  maximum speed or other driving restrictions for cars towing trailers   If you are driving across several states provinces  or countries   check each state s or country s requirements before leaving home   because restrictions may vary     Parking with a Trailer   Whenever parking your car on an incline with a trailer attached   place and seat chocks at each wheel of the car and trailer  This is in  addition to the normal parking preparations of firmly applying the  parking brake and placing the transmission in first or reverse   manual transmission  or P  automatic transmission     CAUTION    Parking on an incline is not recommended and should be done only  if it cannot be avoided  Follow all precautions mentioned above  and turn the wheels to point towards a curb if facing downhill   away from a curb if facing uphill  When leaving an inclined parking  place  move the car slightly to unseat the chocks  Then while  keeping the foot brakes firmly applied  have an assistant remove  the chocks     99    Maintenance Schedule and Records    Your Honda automobile must be properly maintained to ensure that   it is in peak operating condition and the emission levels are within   the standa
97. or children who weigh between 20 and  40 pounds  9     18kg   The preferred place to put a toddlersea t is  in the center position of the rear seat  Use the car s lap belt to  secure the seat to the car     If you decide to put a toddler seat in any other seating position  you  must use a locking clip on the lap shoulder belt  see page 32          30    Using Child Restraints With Tethers   Your Honda has three attachment points for tether style child seats   Remove the plug cover from the attachment points shown in the  illustration  then install the tether hardware that came with the child  seat  Tighten the bolt to    22 N m  2 2 kg m  16 Ib ft              If you are not sure how to install the bracket  have it installed by  your Honda dealer     If you need an anchor plate and mounting hardware  you can obtain  them by writing to     American Honda Motor Co   Inc   Consumer Affairs   1919 Torrance Blvd    Torrance  CA 90501 2746    Canadian Cars   The anchor plate and mounting hardware for a top tether are  supplied with the car  When installing  make sure the toothed  washer is on the bottom of the bolt     The supplied anchor plate is designed only for mounting a child  restraint  Do not use it for any other purpose      cont d     31    Child Safety  cont d     Using a Seat Belt Locking Clip   Always use a seat belt locking clip when you secure a child seat to  your car with a lap shoulder belt  This helps prevent the seat from  shifting position or overturning     A 
98. ore the car is driven again                 NOTE   The oil pressure warning light will only light as a result of low oil  pressure  It is not directly an oil level indicator     CAUTION     Running the engine while the oil pressure warning light is on  constantly may cause immediate and severe engine damage     40    US Canada  BRAKE    OG  Parking Brake Brake Failure Warning Light    Check the brake warning light every time you start the car    With the parking brake set  the warning light should go on when the  ignition switch is turned to II or Ill  With the parking brake released   the light should go on when the ignition switch is turned to Ill  If the  light goes on at any other time  it means the brake fluid level in the  master cylinder reservoir is too low  add fluid  see page 116  and  have your dealer check for leaks immediately     ry Fuel Reserve Warning Light    If the warning light glows  it means you should refuel  because the  tank contains less than   8 0 2  2 11 US gal  1 76 Imp gal     ABS  Anti lock Brake System  ABS  Warning Light   US  EX  Canada  EX R     The ABS warning light will come on  and remain on  if there is a  malfunction in the ABS or when the ignition switch is turned on  with the engine not running  If the light comes on while driving  stop  the car at a safe place and shut off the engine  If the light does not  go out or lights again while driving  have the system checked by an  authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible     NOTE    e Th
99. otor val rd   will shut off as soon as you release   the lever  Push down  Washer    Pull the wiper switch lever toward you to turn on the washer      _ a o        r  EO    Pull        Except US  DX    The windshield wipers will sweep when the washer is operated   Check the washer fluid regularly  especially during bad weather  or  whenever the washer has been in frequent use  The float in the  neck of the reservoir indicates the fluid level     WINDSHIELD WASHER   RESERVOIR CAPACITY   US Cars  2 5 2  2 6 US qt  2 2 Imp qt   Canada Cars  4 5 g  4 8 US qt  4 0 Imp qt     Use a good quality commercial washer fluid for all weather cleaning   WASHER FLUID RESERVOIR       46    CAUTION     e   Do not use radiator antifreeze in the windshield washer  it will    damage the paint     e Do not use a vinegar water combination in the windshield    washer  it will damage the pump     e Prolonged operation of the washer without fluid may damage    the pump     In freezing weather  warm the windshield with the defrosters  before using the washer  This will help prevent icing which could    seriously impair visibility     Rear Window Defogger   Push the switch to turn the de   fogger on or off  The indicator will  light when the defogger is on    The switch will turn off automat   ically 25 minutes after it is turned on     CAUTION   When cleaning the inside of the  rear window  be careful not to  damage the printed heater wires  on the rear window  Wipe the  window horizontally along the  
100. ou secure your child s  infant or toddler seat in the center position of the rear seat with the  lap belt     We also recommend that any child who is too large to use an infant  or toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the rear seat   The child should then wear the lap shoulder belt properly for  protection         cont d     27    Child Safety  cont d     Important Safety Reminders   Never hold a baby or child on your lap when riding in a car  If you are  wearing your seat belt  the violent forces created during a crash will  tear the child from your arms  The child could be seriously hurt or  killed     If you are holding a child and not wearing a seat belt in a crash  you  could crush the child against the car s interior     Never put your seat belt over yourself and a child  During a crash   the belt could press deep into the child  causing serious internal  injuries     Two children should never use the same seat belt  If they do  they  could be very seriously injured in a crash     If you are driving with small children in the car  you should use the  childproof door locks to prevent them from opening the rear doors   see page 5       General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 40 Pounds   18kg    Use an approved child seat  The seat must meet Federal Motor  Vehicle Safety Standard 213  FMVSS 213  or Canadian Motor  Vehicle Safety Standards  Look for the manufacturer s statement  of compliance on the box and seat     Use a seat of the right size  Ma
101. p dirt or tape  deposits each time a cassette is played  The result is low or   muddy  sound from one or both channels  as if the treble tone  control were turned all the way down  To prevent this  you should  periodically clean the head with a commercially available cleaning  cassette    As preventive maintenance  clean the head about every 30 hours of  use  If you wait until the head becomes very dirty  noticeably poor  sound   it may not be possible to remove all deposits with a simple  cleaning cassette    The use of 120 minute tapes is not recommended     CAUTION   Storing cassettes out of their cases  or touching the magnetic  tape with your fingers will increase the amount of dirt that gets to  the tape head  Using low quality  off brand  tape will increase the  amount of tape deposits that get on the head  Both of these  practices may eventually lead to damage of the head and playing  mechanism     80    Theft Protection  US  EX  Canada  EX R    Your stereo sound system is protected by a code number  The  system immediately disables itself whenever the radio player unit is  disconnected from the battery  To make it work again  you must  enter a five digit code with the station Preset buttons     Your dealer should have given you two copies of your audio system s  code number with your car  Keep one of these copies at home  and  the other in your wallet or a concealed place in the car     If your car s battery is disconnected or goes dead  the audio system  will disabl
102. parked on level ground  Make sure  the fluid level is between the upper  and lower marks on the reservoir  If  the level has dropped close to or  below the lower mark  check for  leaks before adding fluid to the  upper mark  Do not overfill        CAUTION    Use only genuine Honda power steering fluid  The use of other  fluids such as A T F  or other manufacturer s power steering fluid  will damage the system     118    Air and Fuel Filters    Air Filter   Replace the air filter every 24 months or 30 000 miles  48 000 km    whichever comes first  more often in extremely dusty conditions    Loosen the attaching bolts  then remove the cover    Remove the air filter and replace it with a new filter  Reinstall the  cover and tighten the bolts        FILTER    Fuel Filters    The fuel filter is located in the engine compartment  on the right  center of the lower dashboard  It should be replaced at 60 000 miles   96 000 km  or 48 months whichever comes first  or any time you  suspect contaminated gas may have clogged it     aWARNING    Because the fuel system is under pressure  the filter should be  replaced only by a qualified Honda technician     119    Spark Plugs    Spark plugs should be replaced every 24 months or 30 000 miles   48 000 km   whichever comes first   Recommended spark plugs    ZFR5F 11  NGK  KJ16CR L11  NIPPONDENSO     for all normal driving    ZFR6F 11  NGK  KJ20CR L11  NIPPONDENSO     for hot climates or continuous high speed driving     A WARNING    Keep hands
103. por     Exhaust Gas Recirculation  EGR    The EGR system is designed to control the formation of oxides of  nitrogen  NOx  caused when fuel mixture burns at high  temperature  It works by recirculating exhaust gas through the  EGR valve and intake manifold into the combustion chambers  where it reduces peak temperature by diluting the air fuel mixture     154    Catalytic Converter    A catalytic converter is installed in the exhaust system to help  clean up the harmful exhaust gases that can cause air pollution    To be effective  the converter must work at high temperature  so  don t park your car over dry grass  leaves or anything else that  could burn easily    To stay effective  the converter must not be contaminated by  leaded gasoline  use only unleaded gas as explained on page 82        CATALYTIC  CONVERTER    CAUTION    The converter can be overheated and damaged if it s fed too much   unburned fuel mixture from the engine  so        Don t push or tow the car to start it  if the battery is dead  jump  start the car as shown on page 144        Don t turn the key off white the engine is running above idle  speed        Don t change the ignition timing  or remove any emission control  parts        Use only the spark plugs specified in this manual        Don t keep driving your car if it isn t running properly  or if its  CHARGE warning light comes on  have it checked by your  Honda dealer     155    Warranty Service    Warranty  US Cars    The following warranties are p
104. positive terminal of the  dead  battery     DEAD BATTERY Positive to positive        x Negative to  YTN the engine  S KN g   WS G  Do not attach cable here  A CD not to the battery  z   os CF       BOOSTER BATTERY    144    3  Use the other cable to connect the negative terminal of the  booster battery to the engine at the ground cable as shown   4 To remove the cables  reverse the above procedures exactly     a WARNING    DO NOT push or tow a car to start it  The forward surge when the  engine starts could cause a collision  Also  under some conditions   the catalytic converter could be damaged  A car equipped with an  automatic transmission cannot be started by pushing or towing     NOTE     US  EX  Canada  EX R    After jump starting the car  there is a possibility that the ABS  warning light may come on due to insufficient battery voltage  After  the battery is sufficiently recharged and the engine is turned off and  restarted  the ABS warning light should indicate that the ABS is OK   by coming on for a few seconds each time the engine is started  If  the light remains on after recharging  have it checked by a Honda  dealer     145    Towing    If towing is necessary  contact a professional towing service  Your  authorized Honda dealer can assist you with detailed towing  instructions     A WARNING    Never use tow chains or rope to tow a car  your ability to safely  control the car may be adversely affected     We recommend the following    Flat Bed Equipment     Entire
105. pull back on the  handle located under the dash on  the driver s side        The hood latch is spring loaded  so the hood will pop up slightly   Release the safety catch under the front center of the hood by  pushing the rubber tipped handle up    Lift the hood and prop it open with the support rod    To close  take the support rod down  place it back in its holder   lower the hood until it is approximately one foot from the closed  position  then let it drop  Be sure the hood is securely latched before  driving away           SUPPORT  ROD  Parking Brake  To apply the parking brake  pull Pull up  up on the lever  To release it  pull  up slightly  push the button  and    lower the lever  when fully  released  the BRAKE  US cars   or          Canada cars  warning  light will go out        54    Power Windows    Power Windows DRIVER S   US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R  WINDOW_ es v  The power windows can be oper  SWITCH l  ated only when the ignition switch  is in the  II  position    The operation of the windows is  controlled by the main switch  located in the master control panel  on the armrest of the driver s door         SSN       Pa  When the main switch is off  only  the driver s door window can be 7 MAIN  opened and closed  SWITCH    When the main switch is on  all door  windows can be opened and closed CH     by the driver  using the appropriate Z Z  switch in the master control panel  We a   and the passenger windows can be cal  opened and closed by the passen   gers  usin
106. r  Other  maintenance operations are required by California regulations and  condition the emission warranty       In Canada  Schedule E  S1101  S1102  S1103  and S1105  of the  Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard  legislated in 1971 and as  amended     100    Check the following items at each fuel stop   1  Engine oil level   2  Radiator coolant level     Check the following items periodically    1  Brakes  for braking efficiency  brake pedal travel and hydraulic  fluid level    2  Lights  for operation of headlights  taillights  side marker lights   stoplights  turn signals  and back up lights    3  Tires  for correct pressures  including spare   inspect for cuts and  uneven or excessive wear  Rotate every 7 500 miles  12 000 km   in the pattern shown on page 130    4  Steering  for excessive play or vibration while driving    5  Exhaust system  for leaks or loose mounts    6  Wipers  for operation of windshield wipers and washer  and  condition of wiper blades    7  Seat belts  for condition of fabric and buckles  and operation of  the restraint mechanism    8  Battery condition     The Supplemental Restraint System  SRS  must be inspected by an  authorized Honda dealer ten years after the date of manufacture  printed on the certification label attached to the left rear door jamb   To serve as a reminder  note the date of manufacture and SRS  inspection date here     e Manufactured          SRS Inspection    add ten years to date of manufacture      cont d     101    Main
107. ration and maintenance of your car     We urge you to read it carefully  become familiar with the controls it  describes  and follow its recommendations  to help make your  driving trouble free and enjoyable     Statements or labels on the product preceded by the following  words are of special significance     Ae indicates severe personal injury or death will result if  instructions are not followed     SUE ics indicates a strong possibility of severe personal  injury or death if instructions are not followed     CAUTION  means hazards or unsafe practices which could  cause minor personal injury or product or property  damage     NOTE  gives helpful information     Break in Period  During the first 600 miles  1 000 km  of driving  avoid full throttle  starts and cruising for extended periods at a constant speed     NOTE    e This break in procedure also applies to exchanged or overhauled  engines    e During and after the break in period  drive the car at moderate  speeds until the engine is fully warmed up     During the first 200 miles  300 km   try to avoid severe braking   Brake misuse during this period will reduce future braking efficiency     Remember  your Honda Automobile dealer knows your car best   and should be consulted for service assistance and advice     Keys and Locks    Keys   Your car is supplied with a master VALET KEY MASTER KEY  key that fits the ignition and all locks   and a valet key that fits the ignition  and doors but not the trunk  trunk  remote 
108. rds set by the Federal Clean Air Act      The following instructions and maintenance procedures are based   on the assumption that your car will be used exclusively for the   purpose for which it was designed    1 To carry passengers and cargo within the load limits shown on  the label on the driver s door jamb    2  To be driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal limits    3 To generally be driven daily over a distance of several miles   kilometers     4 To use gasoline from pumps labeled unleaded  with a pump  octane number of 86 or higher     NOTE     Failures which occur due to a lack of maintenance will not be  covered under warranty     The Required Maintenance Schedule  specifies all maintenance  required to keep your car in peak operating condition  Work should  be done by a Honda dealer but may be done by any qualified service  facility or individual who is competent in this type of work     US Cars    Maintenance  replacement  or repair of emission control devices  and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment  or individual using parts that are  certified  to EPA standards     After the maintenance has been done  be sure to have your servic   ing dealer complete the Maintenance Record on pages 103     105  All  required maintenance is considered normal owner operating cost  and you will be charged for it by your dealer       For vehicles sold in California  maintenance operations indicated  by  3 on page 102 are recommended by the manufacture
109. re applied      cont d   115    Brakes  cont d     Brake Fluid   Check the fluid level in the brake  reservoir periodically  it should be  between the MAX and MIN marks  on the reservoir    If the level is near the MIN mark  add  fluid to raise it to the MAX mark  Do  not overfill  Use only brake fluid  manufactured to DOT 3 or DOT 4  specifications  see reservoir cap   from a sealed container  Follow the  manufacturer s instructions printed  on the can        NOTE    A low brake fluid level may be an indication of brake pad wear or of  brake fluid leakage  You should have your brakes checked if the  brake fluid level in the reservoir is low before re filling it     CAUTION    The arrow on the reservoir cap must be pointing forward after the  cap is installed  Make sure the brake warning switch wiring doesn t  get caught between the cap and top edge of the reservoir      US  EX  Canada  EX R  ANTI LOCK     EX  Canada  EX    Check the fluid level in the Anti lock Reservoir  brake reservoir periodically  Nee  To check  drive the car for a few  minutes to equalize fluid pressure in  the system    The level should be between the  MAX and MIN marks on the  reservoir  If the level is near the MIN  mark  add fluid to raise it to the  MAX mark    Do not overfill  Use only brake fluid  manufactured to DOT 3 or DOT 4  specifications from a sealed container   Follow the manufacturer s instructions printed on the can    If the level is more than 10 mm  0 4 in  above the MAX mark  it may 
110. release  rear seat trunk  access or glove box    The valet key is provided for times  when you must leave the key witha  parking attendant or repair person     but still want to keep valuables   safely locked up    Write down the numbers stamped on both keys and keep the  information in your wallet or purse in case you ever need to have  duplicates made  Both the master and valet keys are double edged   so you can insert them in the locks with either side up        Door Locks   You can lock the doors by pushing the plunger down    The doors must be unlocked before you can open them  The  passenger doors can be locked when open  and will stay locked  when you close them  the driver s door cannot be locked when  open unless you hold the door handle open  The front doors can be  locked and unlocked from the outside with the key     untock A    amp  Unlock  Leck YY Lock    7 eye  7 D     cont d     3          Keys and Locks  cont d     Power Door Locks  US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R   All doors can be simultaneously locked and unlocked by operating  the master door lock switch located on each front door       Unlock      p      ee DP     _    ee y 4        oa  GA    In addition  the passenger doors will lock automatically when the  plunger on the driver s door is pushed down  or when the driver s  door is locked from the outside with the key        Trunk   The trunk can be opened by pulling up the lever at the left side of  the driver s seat    To open the trunk lid from the outside
111. rogen  and hydrocarbons  The evaporation of fuel in the fuel tank  also produces hydrocarbons  Control of oxides of nitrogen and  hydrocarbons is very important since  under certain conditions   when subjected to sunlight  they react to form photochemical smog   Carbon monoxide does not react to form smog  but it is toxic     The Clean Air Act   The Clean Air Act  requires all vehicle manufacturers to explain in  writing the operation and maintenance of their emission control  systems    Maintenance instructions are included on pages 100   102  the  operation of each system is explained below and on the following  page     Replacement Parts   The emission control systems on your new Honda were designed   built and certified to conform with the Federal regulations  implementing the Clean Air Act  Honda recommends only the use of  new  Genuine Honda parts or their equivalent  The use of other  replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair  the effectiveness of your car s emission control systems     Crankcase Emission Control System   To prevent crankcase emissions  your car is equipped with a  Positive Crankcase Ventilation  PCV  System which routes blowby  gases from the crankcase  through the PCV valve and intake  manifold  into the combustion chamber     Evaporative Emission Control System   The Evaporative Emission Control System is designed to prevent  fuel vapors from escaping into the atmosphere    Fuel vapors from the fuel tank are directed into the 
112. rols to direct cool or warm outside air  throughout the car for defogging windows  heating  or cooling by  turning on the fan         cont d     59    Heating and Cooling  cont d     Dash Vents   The corner vents can be used for flow through ventilation  or during  the heating and air conditioning operation    The corner and center vents can be tilted up or down  and their  louvers turned right or left  to change the direction of air flow    The amount of air flow from the corner and center vents can be  regulated by the control located beside each vent         SIDE  DEFROSTER  VENT          WINDSHIELD  DEFROSTER  VENT       60    What the Controls Do      US  DX  Canada  LX   RECIRCULATION FRESH AIR  FUNCTION LEVER    FAN SWITCH BUTTON AND INDICATOR LIGHT       AIR CONDITIONER BUTTON  TEMPERATURE LEVER AND INDICATOR LIGHT     optional    US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R   TEMPERATURE FUNCTION BUTTONS AND  FAN SWITCH CONTROL DIAL INDICATOR LIGHTS       FRESH AIR BUTTON AIR CONDITIONER BUTTON    RECIRCULATION BUTTON    Fan Switch   Turning the switch clockwise will increase the fan speed  and the  fan will circulate warm  cool  or outside air  depending on where the  temperature lever control dial and function lever buttons are set   Whenever the fan is switched on  air flows from the dash corner  vents regardless of function lever button position     Function Lever Buttons   Slide the lever  US  DX  Canada  LX  or push the appropriate button   US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R  to direct 
113. rovided with every new vehicle     New Car Limited Warranty     Emission Control Systems Defects Warranty     Emissions Performance Warranty     Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty  Rust Perforation Limited Warranty     Accessory Limited Warranty   Replacement Parts Limited Warranty     Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty    Seat Belt Limited Warranty     Replacement Battery Limited Warranty    SCOMNMANAwWHA         Your car s original tires are covered by their manufacturer  Tire  warranty information is in a separate tire warranty booklet     All warranty details pertaining to your car can be found in the  Warranty booklet provided with your new car except the required  maintenance schedule which is contained here in the Owner s  Manual     If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with  the warranty decision or service you received at an authorized  Honda dealership  you should review the matter with that  dealership s Service Manager  This will normally resolve your  problem  If it does not resolve your problem you should appeal the  decision with the owner of the dealership  Please bear in mind that  your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership  using the  dealer s facilities  equipment  and personnel  So it is very important  that your initial contact be with the dealer or his management     156    After following these steps  if you wish to have the matter  reviewed by American Honda you should contact the Zone Office 
114. rt way up or down  to the first stop  and holding  it there  the lever will return to its original position when you release  it  If either turn signal indicator lights up but does not blink  blinks  faster than usual or does not light up at all  check for a burned out  bulb or fuse        LEFT TURN    Headlights FIRST POSITION    Turn the light switch to the first Turn  position   e   for taillights  side  marker lights  position lights  license ye  plate lights  and instrument panel  lights  Turn to the second position        to add the headlights    SECOND POSITION  If the driver s door is opened when the light switch is turned to  either  on  position  a chime will sound to remind you to turn off  your lights     High Beam Low Beam Switch   The headlights may be switched  between low beam and high beam  by pulling the turn signal lever  toward you  The blue high beam  indicator light will be on when the  high beam is on        Pull and release    Headlight Flasher  To flash the headlights  pull lightly on the turn signal lever and  release      cont d     49    Lights  cont d     Hazard Warning System  This system should be used only M  when your car is stopped under  emergency or hazardous conditions   To activate  push the hazard warn   ing switch   A    The front and rear  turn signals will blink simultaneously       and both indicator lights will flash         Push the switch   A   again to turn   io  the system off  wo                                                 
115. s     12  Seat Belt Warning Light       and BEEPel            cccccceseseeseestee 12  Seats   Driver s Center Armrest             8   Driver s Lumbar Support            8   Front  Salsnes   Head Restraints   Rear Seat Armrest                066 8   Trunk Access from Reat Seat   9  Shift Lever Position Indicator        38    162        Shifting  AUtOMAliC             cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 92  5 SPCOC  ee trani oraes 90   Spare Tire  Changing a Flat Tire                140  COMPACT Spare Tire            138  Specifications            ee 148   Spark Plugs   Specifications                 cceeeeeeee   Speed  metef  siise   SRS Indicator Light    er   Starting the Engine              ceeeeee   Steering  Anti theft Column Lock            86  Power Steering  ceecee 118  Tilt Steering    45    Stereo Sound System  Operation               eeeeeeeeeeees  Storing a Child Seat                 Storing Cargo Safety       Stuck Cal     cceceee          Sunshade  Supplemental Restraint System   ORS  iae irsinin 19  How the Driver s Airbag Works  EEE AA S 21    Important Safety Reminder     20  How the SRS Indicator Light  WOMKS sisas siuaga ruant 22  System Service    23  System Service Precautions    23    T  Tachometet                     eeeeeeeeeeeeees 36  Temperature Gauge  Coolant        37  The Seat Belt System and  How it WorkS               ceeeeeeeeees 11  Advice For Pregnant Women  18  Important Safety Reminders    11  Leap    Bollire 13  Lap Shoulder Belt                     12  S
116. seats  Adjust the belt anchor by squeezing the two    buttons and sliding the anchor downward  it has  four positions      Rear seat  Move toward the center of the seat until the belt    fits over your collarbone     RELEASE BUTTON       RELEASE BUTTON     cont d     15    The Seat Belt System and How It Works  cont d     To unlatch the seat belt  push the red PRESS button on the buckle   Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar  If the belt doesn t  retract easily  pull it out and check for twists or kinks        Wearing the Lap Belt    1 Pull the latch plate across your hips and insert it into the buckle  marked CENTER     If the belt is too short  hold the latch plate at a right angle and pull  to extend the belt  Insert the latch plate into the buckle        16    2  Position the belt as low as possible across your hips and pelvic  bones  not across your stomach  Pull the loose end of the belt to  adjust for a snug but comfortable fit         cont d     17    The Seat Belt System and How It Works  cont d     Advice For Pregnant Women   Protecting the mother is the best way to protect her unborn child   Therefore  a pregnant woman should wear a properly positioned  seat belt whenever she drives or rides in a car     If possible  use a lap shoulder seat belt  remembering to keep the lap  portion as low as possible  see page 14   Each time you have a  check up  ask your doctor if its okay for you to drive and how you  should position a lap shoulder seat belt       
117. should be between the  upper and lower marks    ENGINE OIL       i FILLER CAP DIPSTICK  UPPER o  DIPSTICK  LOWER        O    Adding   If the level has dropped close to the lower mark  add oil until it is   even with the upper mark    1  Turn the oil filler cap counterclockwise to remove  Add oil  then  check the level again  Do not overfill    2  Reinstall the cap and twist clockwise until it stops     CAUTION   Be sure the oil filler cap is correctly replaced before starting the  engine     Recommended Oil   Oil is a major contributor to your engine s performance and  longevity  Always use a premium grade detergent oil  You can  determine an oil s SAE viscosity and Service Classification from the  API Service label on the oil container  It should look like this         cont d     107    Engine Oil and Filter  cont d     The numbers in the middle tell you the oil s SAE viscosity or weight   Select the oil for your car according to this chart     Ambient Temperature             An oil with a viscosity of 5W 30 is preferred for improved fuel  economy and year round protection in your Honda  You may use a  10W 30 oil if the climate in your area is limited to the temperature  range shown on the chart     A fuel efficient oil is recommended for your Honda  This is shown  on the API Service label by the words  Energy Conserving II    This  oil is formulated to help your engine use less fuel     The API Service label also tells you the service classification of the  oil    Always us
118. should have total control     To Set the Cruise Control    Push the CRUISE CONTROL master  switch on the dash  the indicator  light will come on    Accelerate to the desired speed   then push and release the SET  switch on the steering wheel  The  Cruise Control light on the instru   ment panel will come on    The speed you were going when  you released the SET switch is the speed the Cruise Control will  hold  You can then  fine tune  the set speed by briefly holding and  releasing the SET switch to decrease it a few mph or pushing the  RESUME switch to slightly increase it        To Cancel the Cruise Control   Simply push the CRUISE CONTROL  master switch and the indicator  light will go off  this also erases the  memory of the set speed     If you must temporarily disengage  the system  but you wish to retain  the memory of the set speed   tap  the brake pedal  or the clutch pedal   5 speed transmission  or move the automatic transmission shift  lever to N  Neutral   If you are still going above 25 mph  40 km h    you can return to the set speed by simply pushing the RESUME  switch  If the car has decelerated below approximately 25 mph  40  km h   you can return to the set speed by using the accelerator  conventionally until the speed is above 25 mph  40 km h  and then  pushing the RESUME switch        52    To Change the Set Speed    To a faster speed     For gradual acceleration with your foot off the  accelerator  push and hold the RESUME switch until you reach the  des
119. ss the brake pedal and then push the button on the   shift handle to shift out of Park    wy     Depress the brake pedal first  and push the button  then shift          Push the button  then shift    c gt    Shift as desired           Depress  button    ODDO  gt  p gt    40006    If you cannot shift out of Park with  the brake pedal depressed and the  ignition switch in the II position    1  Turn the ignition switch off and  remove the key    2  Insert the key in the Shift Lock  Release located to the right of the  shift lever    3 Press and hold the key down   then press the button on the shift  handle and move the shift lever to  Neutral    4  Return the key to the ignition       switch  depress the brake pedal SHIFT LOCK  and restart the engine  RELEASE  NOTE     If you encounter any problem shifting out of Park  have your  authorized Honda dealer check the system as soon as possible     92    Operating Tips   For smoother operation  apply the brakes when shifting from  Neutral or Park to a forward or reverse gear    When parking  bring the car to a stop with the foot brake  hold the  brake on  and shift into Park  set the hand brake and then turn off  the engine     NOTE   Your 4 speed automatic transmission is equipped with a torque  converter lock up clutch  Because of this  you may notice what  feels like an extra shift as the clutch engages     CAUTION       Shift into P only after the car has come to a complete stop       Shift into or out of R only after the car has
120. ssary to move the car in or out    e If you must sit in a parked car with the engine running for more  than a short time  adjust the heating ventilation system as  follows    1   US  DX  Canada  LX   Slide the function lever to er and push the s  but   ton off    US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R   Select the  7 and  lt S gt  positions   2 Set the temperature lever control dial for best comfort   3 Turn the fan to the highest speed     NOTE   To ensure proper operation of the car s ventilation system  keep the  front air inlet clear of snow  mud  leaves  or other obstructions     89    Shifting the 5 Speed    The fully synchronized manual  transmission is very easy to shift  up or down  When you slow down  for traffic  steep hills  or corners   shift to a lower gear before the  engine starts to labor  When de   scending steep grades  select a  lower gear to help maintain a safe  speed and to prevent the brakes  from overheating    When shifting  depress the clutch  pedal fully  shift gears and then release the clutch gradually  Do not  speed shift  allow time for the gears to synchronize    To prevent grinding the gears when shifting into reverse  hold the  clutch pedal depressed briefly before shifting  or shift the lever into  one of the forward gears before selecting reverse    A safety lockout prevents accidental shifting straight from 5th to  Reverse     Aa WARNING    Avoid rapid acceleration or sudden deceleration when either or  both driving wheels are on a slippery surface  
121. tect the cap and the wheel     SCREWDRIVER       140    AWARNING    Follow tire changing preparations and procedures carefully to  reduce the possibility of injury  The jack is designed for changing  tires only  STAND CLEAR  DO NOT get under the car and DO NOT  run the engine when the car is supported only by the jack     7  Place the jack under the car as shown and raise the car by turning  the handle clockwise until the tire is slightly off the ground     AWARNING    To reduce the possibility of injury  be sure to use the jack provided  with the car and the correct jacking points  never use any other  part of the car for jack support     JACK HANDLE EXTENSION             LUG WRENCH JACK HANDLE    8  Remove the lug nuts and wheel    US  DX   LX  Canada  LX  EX   Remove the lug nuts  wheel cover  and wheel     LUG NUT        cont d     141    Changing a Flat Tire  cont d     9  Everytime you install the wheel on the brake hub  use a rag to  wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the hub and the wheel   This will assure a tight  even contact between the wheel and hub        10  Install the spare  and lug nuts hand tight    11  Lower the car  remove the jack  then tighten the lug nuts  securely in an  X  pattern as shown    12  Tighten the lug nuts to the recommended torque   110 N m 11 kg m 80 Ib ft   If a torque wrench was not used  ask an authorized Honda dealer  to verify the torque as soon as possible        TIGHTENING TORQUE  110 N m 11 kg m 80 Ib ft     142    13  Rep
122. tenance Schedule and Records  cont d        listed x 1 000 miles  or km   or after that number of  months  whichever comes  first     Service at the interval   R   Replace   C   Clean        inspect  After inspection  clean   adjust  repair or replace     2 Thereafter  replace every 2 years  or 30 000 miles  48 000 km    whichever comes first     3 For cars sold in California this  service is recommended only                             if necessary  other areas  it is required    1 Tension adjustment only   4US  EX  Canada  EX R   x1 000 miles 15 30 45 60 75 90   x1 000 km 24 48 72 96 120 144   months 12 24 36 48 60 72     Idle speed and idle CO l   Valve clearance t l t   l  l  Alternator drive belt ij l      Timing belt and timing balancer belt R       Water pump         Engine oil and oil fitter       Replace every 7 500 miles  12 000 km  or 6 months       re er      Transmission oil                Fuel filter   Fuel line and connections  Evaporative emission control system  Ignition timing   Spark plugs   Distributor cap and rotor   Ignition wiring    R R  Radiator coolant    R R    2  Cooling system hoses and connections i       E G R  system    Air cleaner element R                       Including ABS   4    Positive crankcase ventilation valve A       Brake hoses and lines   l l       Including ABS   4   Brake fluid R R TR       Front brake discs and calipers    l i To       Front brake pads       i  Rear brake discs  calipers and pads    Inspect every 7 500 miles  1 
123. the same fuel level  as when the ignition was last on  After refueling  the gauge will  slowly change to the new fuel level when the ignition is switched on   When the needle first indicates E  empty   you have a usable  reserve left in the tank of about    4 2 1 1 USgal  0 9 Imp gal     36    Coolant Temperature Gauge       WARNING    Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot  The  coolant is under pressure and may blow out and scald you     This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant  During  normal operation  the needle should stay in the middle of the white  range  Under severe driving conditions  such as hot weather or  driving uphill for a long period  the needle may rise toward the upper  section of the white range    If the needle reaches the red line at  H   Hot   pull safely off the  road and stop the engine    Wait until the engine is cool and check the coolant level in the  reserve tank on the passenger side of the radiator under the hood    See pages 112 113      37    Warning and Indicator Lights    US Car  Shown   ee            Shift Lever Position Indicator  Automatic Transmission only   A lighted indicator between the fuel and coolant temperature  gauges shows which gear you have selected     D4 Indicator Light  Automatic Transmission only     The D4 indicator light in the instrument panel also serves a second  function  If the light flashes while driving  in any gear range  it  indicates a possible malfunction in the transmission  avoi
124. too much power and cause skidding or wheelspin  The  maximum recommended speed in 2nd gear is  69 mph  110 km h      1 1st  This position is to be used when stronger engine braking is needed   The maximum recommended speed in 1st gear is  31 mph  50 km h      R Reverse   CAUTION    Shift into or out of reverse only after the car has come to a  complete stop  the transmission may be damaged if you shift  while the car is moving     P Park   CAUTION    Use this position when starting the engine  or when parking  Shift  into Park only when the car is COMPLETELY stopped     N  Neutral  Use when starting the engine or during prolonged idling in traffic     94    Towing a Trailer    Your car is designed primarily to carry passengers and a normal  amount of luggage  Although your car is capable of towing a trailer   there will be an effect on handling  performance  braking  general  vehicle and tire durability and fuel economy     A WARNING       The weight of the trailer plus its cargo must not exceed a total  of 1 000 Ibs   450kg     e The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle  Weight Rating  GVWR  indicated on the Certification label  see  page 150    The gross vehicle weight is the total weight of the  car  driver  passengers  luggage  hitch  and trailer tongue load    e The total weight supported by each axle must not exceed the  Gross Axle Weight Rating  GAWR   The front and rear GAWR s  are shown on the Certification label  see page 150    The  distribution o
125. ts properly  If the belt still  crosses the child s neck  you should use a booster seat     Several styles of booster seats are available  We recommend a  design that allows the child to use the car s lap shoulder belt     Whichever style you select  follow the booster seat manufacturer s  instructions     Storing a Child Seat   When you are not using an infant seat or other child restraint  either  remove it or make sure it is properly secured so it cannot be thrown  around the car during a crash     33    Anti lock Brake System  ABS     Anti lock Brakes  US  EX  Canada  EX R    You car has an ABS  This system helps you to maintain stopping  and steering control  It does this by helping to prevent the wheels  from locking up and skidding     The ABS is always  ON   It requires no special effort or driving  technique  You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS  activates     Activation varies with the amount of traction your tires have  On  dry pavement  you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard  before you feel the pedal pulsation that means the ABS has  activated    However  you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are  trying to stop on snow or ice    Under all conditions  the ABS is helping to prevent the wheels from  locking so you can retain steering control  You should continue to  press on the brake pedal with the same force    You may feel a slight movement of the brake pedal just after you  start the engine  This is the ABS working  
126. ual transmission  or PARK on automatic  transmission equipped cars    e Make sure the moonroof and windows are closed and the doors  are locked     The moonroof is standard for US  EX  Canada  EX R    e If parked on a hill   1  Turn the front wheels away from the curb if facing uphill   2  Turn the front wheels toward the curb if facing downhill   e Never leave children unattended in a parked car   e Take your keys     88    Engine Exhaust Gas Warning    A properly maintained car is your best protection against exhaust  gas entering the passenger compartment    The exhaust system should be thoroughly inspected by a compe   tent mechanic whenever     e The car is raised for oil change    e You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust    e The exhaust system or the rear or underside of the car is  damaged     a WARNING    e Avoid breathing exhaust gases  They contain carbon monoxide   which is a colorless  odorless gas that can cause loss of con   sciousness and eventual death  If you suspect that exhaust gas  is entering the passenger compartment  have the cause deter   mined and corrected as soon as possible  If you must drive  under these conditions  drive only with all windows fully open    e Do not drive with the trunk lid open  An open trunk lid may draw  exhaust gases into the passenger compartment  If you must  drive with the trunk lid open  drive only with all the windows  wide open    e Do not run the engine in confined areas  such as garages  any  longer than nece
127. up  it may overheat and  damage the lighter and the heating  element     NOTE    The cigarette lighter will operate  with the key in the  I  or  H   position     Front Ashtray   Open the ashtray by pulling its bot   tom edge toward you    To remove it  pull it out further  while pushing down on the spring  loaded plate inside     Rear Ashtray   The rear ashtray is located at the  rear of the center console  It is  opened by pulling out the top edge   To remove it  open the ashtray and  release its bottom edge by pulling up   then out  To install  reverse the  removal procedure        22 GN  x YON  To remove  pull up and out     CAUTION   Do not use the ashtrays as trash containers  use them only for  extinguished cigarettes  Putting lit cigarettes or matches in an  ashtray with other combustible materials may cause a fire     58    Heating and Cooling    The vents  heater and air conditioner are combined in one system   adjusting four basic controls to different settings can provide a full  range of interior temperatures for safe and comfortable driving     Air conditioner is optional on US  DX  Canada  LX      Ventilation   The flow through ventilation system can provide fresh air to the  interior when the car is moving or stopped  even with the windows  closed     NOTE     For proper air flow  the flow through vents must not be covered   Keep the air inlet at the base of the windshield free of leaves or  other debris     AIR INLET       AIR OUTLET    You can adjust the cont
128. uries and even save your life  the airbag might  cause some facial or other abrasions      cont d     21    Supplemental Restraint System  cont d     After the bag completely inflates  it immediately starts deflating so  it won t interfere with your visibility  ability to steer  or ability to  operate other controls        The airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel  For safety   do not attach any items to the steering wheel  They could interfere  with the proper operation of the airbag  Or  if the airbag inflates   they could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone     How the SRS Indicator Light Works    The purpose of the SRS light on your instrument panel is to alert  you of a potential problem with your Supplemental Restraint  System     Have the system checked if   e The light does not come on when you turn the ignition ON  Il    e The light stays on after the engine starts     e The light comes on or flashes while you are driving     22    System Service  Your Supplemental Restraint System is virtually maintenance free   There are no parts you can safely service     You must have the system serviced by an authorized Honda dealer  in the following situations     e If your airbag ever inflates  The bag must be replaced  Do not try  to remove or discard the airbag by yourself  This must be done by  a Honda dealer     e If the SRS indicator light alerts you of a problem  Have the  supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible   Otherwise  your
129. ways wear seat belts and wear  them properly      cont d     19    Supplemental Restraint System  cont d     The main components in your SRS are   e An airbag in the steering wheel     e A diagnostic system that continually monitors all elements while  the ignition is ON  ll      e An indicator light to warn you of a possible problem with the  system     e Emergency power backup in case your car s electrical system is  disconnected in a crash        AIRBAG    RIGHT SENSOR    LEFT SENSOR    SRS CONTROL UNIT    Important Safety Reminder  Even with an airbag  you need to wear a seat belt  The reasons are     e Airbags only inflate in severe frontal collisions  They offer no    protection in rear impacts  side impacts  rollovers  or moderate  frontal collisions     e An airbag inflates and deflates very quickly  It cannot protect you  during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash     e A seat belt helps keep you in the proper position when an airbag    inflates  An airbag opens with considerable force  and it can hurt  you if you are not in the proper position     20    How the Airbag Works  If you ever have a severe frontal collision  your airbag will instantly  inflate to help protect your head and chest     When the airbag inflates  you may hear a fairly loud noise and you  might see smoke and powder  This is normal  it is caused by the  inflation of the airbag        To do its job  the airbag inflates with considerable force  So  while it  can reduce serious inj
130. wipe off any road dirt or salt on the radio  antenna  with it fully extended                          CAUTION   Cars with ABS have speed detection devices mounted at each  wheel  total four detectors per vehicle   Care should be taken  when clearing mud  snow  etc   from the wheels not to damage  the detectors     SPEED DETECTOR       136    Body Repair    Replacement Body and Fender Parts   If your vehicle incurs body damage and requires replacement parts   we encourage you to use only Genuine Honda sheet metal body and  fender parts  Many insurance companies are specifying imitation  sheet metal parts for collision repairs in an effort to reduce claim  costs  however  if imitation parts are used the following conditions    may apply        There is no assurance that imitation parts will equal the fit and  finish of Genuine Honda sheet metal parts  and in our experience  they often do not    e There is no assurance that imitation parts will resist corrosion as  well as Genuine Honda sheet metal parts    e Imitation sheet metal parts are not covered by the Honda Limited  Warranty     To ensure your continued satisfaction with your Honda vehicle in    the event of an accident  contact your insurance adjuster and insist  on Genuine Honda parts in the repair of your vehicle     137    Spare Tire    COMPACT Spare Tire   Your car is supplied with a COMPACT spare tire and wheel for  temporary use only in the event of a flat tire  Use the COMPACT  spare only when you have to  and on
131. wires  not up and down        A    AEL oS                     A mee            47    Mirrors    Rearview Mirrors  Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best  visibility    Be sure to adjust mirror angles before you start driving    The inside mirror has day and night  positions  The night position re  ee  duces glare from the headlights of k  vehicles behind you  Flip the small  tab on the bottom of the mirror  forward or backward to select day  or night position        DAY NIGHT  ADJUSTMENT  TAB    Manual Mirrors    US  DX  Canada  LX    The outside mirrors can be adjusted  by moving the knob located on each  door  driver s side only for US cars         Power Mirrors  US  LX EX  Canada  EX EX R    With the ignition switch in the  II  position  move the main switch  to L  for driver s side  or R  for passenger s side   then use the  adjustment switch to adjust the outside mirror to the correct angle   After the mirrors have been adjusted  return the main switch to the  center  off  position     NOTE   Be sure to adjust mirror angles before you start driving     MAIN SWITCH    SWITCH       48    Lights    Turn Signals   Push the turn signal lever down to RIGHT TURN  signal a left turn  and up for a right 3  turn  The indicator and appropriate FIRST  signal lights will blink  The lever will STOP  return automatically to its original  position when the steering wheel is  returned to straight ahead    For lane changing  you can signal by  pushing the lever pa
    
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