Driving ..............................................................................................................................................

The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.

Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................

The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.

Taking Care of the Unexpected ......................................................................................................

This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.

Technical Information.....................................................................................................................

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................

A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.

Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

Index......................................................................................................................................................

Service Information Summary

A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

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Summary of Contents for Honda 2007 Accord Coupe

Page 1 2007 Accord Coupe 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. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................i A Few Words About Safety........................iii...
Page 2 V. I. N. effect at the time of approval for DELIVERY DATE printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to (Date sold to original retail purchaser) discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
Page 3 Main Menu Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2007 Honda Accord was a wise As you read this manual, you will investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
Page 4 Main Menu Introduction California Proposition Warning WARNING: This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Event Data Recorders This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devices record front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbag system component.
Page 5 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. on the vehicle. Safety Labels preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of...
Page 6: Accessory Power Sockets
Main Menu Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.55,56) (P.63) GAUGES AUDIO SYSTEM (P.124) DRIVER’S FRONT CLOCK (P.173) (P.9, AIRBAG MIRROR CONTROLS PASSENGER’S FRONT (P.95) (P.9, 23) AIRBAG POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH HEATING/COOLING (P.77) CONTROLS (P.108) POWER WINDOW CLIMATE CONTROL...
Page 7 Main Menu Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance PASSENGER INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS AIRBAG OFF HEADLIGHTS/ (P.71) (P.68) INDICATOR TURN SIGNAL (P.29) (P.69) REMOTE AUDIO HAZARD CONTROLS WARNING (P.171) BUTTON (P.71) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.94) CRUISE CONTROLS VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES (P.175) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Safety Precautions . All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Additional Information About Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Your Seat Belts .......
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this Children and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part.
Page 11 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. Not wearing a seat belt properly and against other occupants.
Page 12 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle has side airbags to help In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front protect the upper torso of the driver curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and or a front seat passenger during a...
Page 13 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Close and Lock the Doors Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the instructions on how to properly vehicle, be sure the doors are closed protect the driver, adult passengers, and locked.
Page 15: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 16: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness and you can be seriously injured in a crash.
Page 17: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat take the force of a crash and reduces Never place the shoulder portion of a Belts the chance of internal injuries. lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Insert the latch plate into the buckle, behind your back.
Page 18: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Advice for Pregnant Women Position position in the front seat can be After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash their seats and put on seat belts, it is by striking interior parts of the...
Page 19: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away upright and adjust the seat as far If your Two people should never use the from the airbag covers.
Page 20: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts the beeper stops, the indicator will If the indicator comes on or the Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ stop flashing but remain on. beeper sounds when the driver’s seat shoulder belts in all five seating belt is latched and there is no front...
Page 21: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency If the shoulder part of the belt is The lap/shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, pulled all the way out, the lockable your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in...
Page 22: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
For added protection, the front seat possible. belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, Honda provides a limited warranty the tensioners immediately tighten on seat belts. See your Honda the belts to help hold the driver and...
Page 23 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious...
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint (12) (11) system) front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel;...
Page 25 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Automatic front seat belt Weight sensors that monitor the An indicator on the instrument tensioners (see page weight on the front passenger’s panel that alerts you that the seat.
Page 26: How Your Front Airbags Work
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one...
Page 27 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage Your front airbags are also dual- powder from the airbag’s surface.
Page 28 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda or put any objects or metal items under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will...
Page 29: How Your Side Airbags Work
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, a Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work ‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator in back against cargo on the seat or the center of the dashboard comes floor behind it.
Page 30 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage indicator will go out. side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, this system...
Page 31: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 32: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off the airbags and seat belt tensioners Indicator Works Indicator Works may not work properly when you U.S.
Page 33: Airbag Service
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the If the indicator comes on with no Airbag Service front seat can cause the indicator to front seat passenger and no objects Your airbag systems are virtually come on.
Page 34: Additional Safety Precautions
If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.
Page 35: Protecting Children General
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.
Page 36: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are...
Page 37 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that DASHBOARD SUN VISORS children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 38: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If a child requires close physical If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention attention or frequent visual contact, Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put we strongly recommend that another children can be properly restrained.
Page 39: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Make sure any unused seat belt Lock both doors and the trunk Never hold an infant or child on that a child can reach is buckled, when your vehicle is not in use.
Page 40: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 41: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat as long as the child seat directly behind the possible, until the child reaches the front passenger’s seat, move the seat...
Page 42: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- the vehicle seat as far to the rear as...
Page 43: Installing A Child Seat
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should fit the After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be used.
Page 44: With Latch
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with BUTTON LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with...
Page 45 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP HOOK forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. ANCHOR Flexible type Other LATCH-compatible seats Lift the head restraint (see page have a flexible-type connector as ), then route the tether strap shown above.
Page 46: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
Page 47 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. Push and pull the child seat After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to...
Page 48: With A Tether
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor Tether TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR COVER TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS After properly securing the child After properly securing the child A child seat with a tether can be...
Page 49: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 50: Using A Booster Seat
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Some states and Canadian provinces Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or Is the lap part of the belt as low as weight (e.g.,...
Page 51: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children If a child who uses a booster seat When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And must ride in front, move the vehicle Front while age may be one indicator of seat as far back as possible and be...
Page 52: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a ride up front, be sure to: Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt.
Page 53: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. Carbon exhaust gas into your vehicle’s monoxide should not enter the Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. interior and create a hazardous vehicle in normal driving if you Breathing it can cause...
Page 54: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 55 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Safety Labels SUN VISORS DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
Page 56: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Maintenance Minder ...... Armrest ........the controls and displays that Controls Near the Steering Rear Seat Access ......contribute to the daily operation of Wheel ........... Head Restraints ......
Page 57: Control Locations
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.55, 56) GAUGES (P.63) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.71) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.95) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.124) CLOCK (P.173) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.77) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER WINDOW (P.108) SWITCHES CLIMATE CONTROL (P.91) SYSTEM...
Page 58: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel U.S. models LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.57) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.62) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) (P.62) SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.60) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62)
Page 59 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Canadian models LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.57) (P.62) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.62) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) (P.62) SYSTEM INDICATOR LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.60) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.62)
Page 60: Instrument Panel Indicators
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Malfunction Indicator Seat Belt Reminder indicators to give you important Indicator Lamp information about your vehicle. This indicator reminds you and your See page passengers to fasten your seat belts.
Page 61 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Parking Brake and Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off U.S. Canada U.S. Canada Brake System System Indicator Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the ignition This indicator has two functions: This indicator comes on when you switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 62 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System Turn Signal and (ABS) Indicator Indicator Hazard Warning This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on for a few Indicators a few seconds when you turn the seconds when you turn the ignition The left or right turn signal indicator...
Page 63 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Lights’’ Indicator If this indicator comes on when the This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on ignition switch is turned to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is when the light switch is in either the...
Page 64 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Minder Door and Trunk Open Monitor Security System Indicator Indicator If the remaining engine oil life is SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR more than percent, this indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 65 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Cruise Main Indicator (VSA) System Indicator On all V6 models On all V6 models This indicator comes on when you This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: turn on the cruise control system by a few seconds when you turn the...
Page 66 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Gauges To switch the information display between the odometer/trip meter, outside temperature/trip meter (if SPEEDOMETER equipped), and engine oil life and TACHOMETER FUEL GAUGE maintenance item code(s), press the select/reset knob repeatedly. TEMPERATURE When you turn the ignition switch to GAUGE...
Page 67 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Gauges Trip Meter Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge This meter shows the number of This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant.
Page 68 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator If the outside temperature is Check Fuel Cap Indicator On 4-cylinder EX-L, SE, and incorrectly displayed, you can adjust If your fuel fill cap is loose or V6 EX models 5°F in U.S.
Page 69 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Gauges If the system still detects a leak in Maintenance Minder your vehicle’s evaporative emissions The information display in the system, the malfunction indicator instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance lamp (MIL) comes on.
Page 70: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/ HORN INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD PASSENGER TURN SIGNAL BRIGHTNESS (P.71) WIPERS/WASHERS AIRBAG OFF (P.69) (P.68) INDICATOR (P.29) HAZARD WARNING REMOTE AUDIO BUTTON CONTROLS (P.71) (P.171) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.124) MOONROOF...
Page 71: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Windshield Wipers MIST The wipers run at high Windshield Washers Pull the speed until you release the lever. wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray The wipers are not activated.
Page 72: Turn Signal And Headlights
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Turn Signal and Headlights Push down on the If you leave the lights on with the Turn Signal lever to signal a left turn and up to key removed from the ignition signal a right turn.
Page 73 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Headlights Automatic Lighting Off Feature The lights will turn on again when Daytime Running Lights The automatic lighting off feature you unlock or open the driver’s door. With the headlight switch off or in turns off the headlights, all other If you unlock the door, but do not position, the high beam...
Page 74 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button brightness when you turn the Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the driver’s door, the illumination turns off about 30 seconds after you close...
Page 75: Rear Window Defogger
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Manual A/C type shown Auto A/C type shown Vehicles with navigation system The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear The defogger and antenna wires on fog, frost, and thin ice from the and you have good visibility before the inside of the rear window can be...
Page 76: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Push the lever up to lock the before you start driving. steering wheel in that position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may...
Page 77: Keys And Locks
They will not REMOTE have to get a lost key replaced. Use work to start the engine if the TRANSMITTER only Honda-approved key blanks. circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.
Page 78: Operation
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects The system may not recognize your As required by the FCC: your vehicle from theft. If an key’s coding if another immobilizer This device complies with Part of the improperly-coded key (or other key or other metal object (i.e.
Page 79: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the You will hear a reminder beeper if anti-theft lock may make it difficult you leave the key in the ignition to turn the key. Firmly turn the switch in the LOCK (0) or the steering wheel to the left or right as ACCESSORY (I) position and open...
Page 80: Power Door Locks
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Power Door Locks To lock the passenger’s door when MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH LOCK TAB getting out of the vehicle, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the...
Page 81: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Remote Transmitter UNLOCK Press this button once You can also open both power to unlock the driver’s door. Push it windows from outside the vehicle twice to unlock the passenger’s door. with the remote transmitter (see Some exterior lights will flash twice page...
Page 82 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Avoid dropping or throwing the Battery transmitter. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. BATTERY Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.
Page 83 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery, and insert As required by the FCC: a new battery into the back of the This device complies with Part of the cover with the side facing down.
Page 84 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Trunk Keep the trunk lid closed at all times Emergency Trunk Opener while driving to avoid damaging the Pull lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon on page Monoxide Hazard...
Page 85: Manual Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats All V6 models and the 4-cylinder Manual Seat Adjustments EX-L models have a power See pages for important safety adjustable driver’s seat. information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- The 4-cylinder EX and SE models backs.
Page 86 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Seat Manual Height Make sure to pull the lever upward Driver’s Seat Power Height Adjustment or downward to its full range. Adjustment Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. On 4-cylinder LX model On 4-cylinder EX and SE models The height of your driver’s seat is...
Page 87: Power Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Raises or lowers the Power Seat Adjustments seat. (Driver’s Seat Only) (Driver’s seat only) On all V6 models, and the 4-cylinder EX-L model See pages for important safety Adjusts the seat- information and warnings about how to back angle forward properly position the seats and seat-...
Page 88: Armrest
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Lumbar Support Armrest Rear Seat Access Driver’s Side RELEASE LEVER On EX, EX-L, SE, and EX-V6 models To use the console lid as an armrest, To change the lumbar support, move slide it to the desired position.
Page 89 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats After a passenger gets into the rear seat, push the seat-back to the Passenger’s Side upright position and push the whole To avoid damaging the seat-back angle seat backwards until it latches. Make adjustment motor, do not operate the sure the seat is fully latched before seat-back angle switch when the seat-...
Page 90 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Head Restraints FRONT REAR See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints on the front seats and on the outer rear seats.
Page 91 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The left and right seat-backs of the rear seat can be folded separately from inside the vehicle or inside the trunk.
Page 92 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back Make sure all items in the trunk, or does not interfere with the front items extending through the opening passenger’s seat-back. This will into the back seat, are secured.
Page 93: Seat Heaters
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Seat Heaters Push the front of the switch, HI, to Follow these precautions whenever rapidly heat up the seat. After the you use the seat heaters: seat reaches a comfortable Use the HI setting only to heat the temperature, select LO by pushing seats quickly, because it draws...
Page 94: Power Windows
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Power Windows AUTO To open or close the DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH driver’s window, push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to Closing a power window on the second detent, and release it. someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Page 95 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Power Windows AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s If your vehicle’s battery is Opening the Windows with the window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the Remote Transmitter is closing automatically, it will driver’s window fuse is removed, the You can open both windows from the...
Page 96 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Power Windows To open: To close: UNLOCK BUTTON Insert the key in the driver’s door Insert the key in the driver’s door lock. lock. Turn the key clockwise, then Turn the key counterclockwise, release it.
Page 97 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Moonroof Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Close Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it. Tilt Open MOONROOF SWITCH...
Page 98 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push or pull the adjustment knob right, left, up, or down to move the ADJUSTMENT KNOB mirror. When you finish, turn the adjustment knob to the center (off) position.
Page 99: Parking Brake
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Parking Brake HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
Page 100 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE BEVERAGE HOLDER SUN VISOR COAT HOOK COMPARTMENT SUNGLASSES HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER VANITY MIRROR CENTER CD POCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET COIN POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDERS ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET...
Page 101 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Glove Box Beverage Holders The center console has two beverage An open glove box can cause holders on the front. Your vehicle serious injury to your passenger also has beverage holders in the door pockets and the rear panels.
Page 102: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Center CD Pocket LEFT LEVER RIGHT LEVER Push CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray On vehicles without navigation system pull up on the right lever and lift the located in the console compartment To open the center CD pocket, push...
Page 103 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Coin Pocket Accessory Power Sockets There are two accessory power sockets in your vehicle. One is located at the right of the coin pocket, and the other is under the armrest in the console compartment storage area.
Page 104 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items These sockets are intended to supply Sun Visor Vanity Mirror power for volt DC accessories that are rated watts or less amps). To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 105 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items, Interior Lights Sunglasses Holder Coat Hook Ceiling Light COAT HOOK DOOR ACTIVATED To open the sunglasses holder, push To use a coat hook, pull it down. The ceiling light has a three-position on the rear edge.
Page 106: Interior Lights
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Lights In the Door Activated position, both Spotlights ceiling lights come on when you: LX and LX-V6 models Open either door. Unlock the driver’s door with the master door lock switch, lock tab, key, or the remote transmitter.
Page 107: Courtesy Lights
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Interior Lights Courtesy Lights Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT comes on when you; Open either door. Unlock the driver’s door. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 108 Main Menu Main Menu Features The heating and cooling system in Heating and Cooling System ..your vehicle provides a comfortable Heating and A/C ...... driving environment in all weather Climate Control System ..conditions. Climate Control System with navigation system ..
Page 109: Heating And Cooling System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling System Read the appropriate pages in this Manual System section for operation of the heating (LX, EX, SE, and LX-V6 models) and cooling systems installed in your vehicle. See pages for the manual system.
Page 110 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Heating and Cooling System Automatic A/C System with navigation system (EX-L and EX-V6 models) U.S. model is shown.
Page 111: Heating And A/C
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Heating and A/C Fan Control Dial LX, EX, SE, and LX-V6 models Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the dial counterclockwise to decrease it. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases FAN CONTROL DIAL...
Page 112 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Heating and A/C Air flows from the defroster Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the rear window vents at the base of the windshield. on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defogger off and on (see page sent throughout the system again.
Page 113 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Heating and A/C Ventilation Using the Heater Using the A/C The flow-through ventilation system The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load draws in outside air, circulates it warm the air.
Page 114 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Heating and A/C you can Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost If the interior is very warm, cool it down more rapidly by partially Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the moisture from the air.
Page 115: Before Driving
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Heating and A/C When you switch to To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off from , the From the Windows Turning the fan speed control dial all A/C will stay on or off depending on Select .
Page 116: Climate Control System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Automatic Operation EX with Leather and EX-V6 models EX with Leather and EX-V6 models The automatic climate control without navigation system (Canadian models) system adjusts the fan speed and (U.S.
Page 117: Climate Control System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System When you turn the passenger’s side Semi-automatic Operation Fan Control Buttons temperature control dial, the You can manually select various Select the fan speed by pressing the indicator in the DUAL button comes functions of the climate control fan control buttons (...
Page 118: Driving
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Dual Button Recirculation Button Windshield Defroster Button Press the DUAL button to select When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the windshield dual temperature control mode (see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defrost on and off.
Page 119 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Control To Turn Everything Off Use the MODE button to select the If you press the OFF button, the vents the air flows from. Some air climate control system shuts off will flow from the dashboard corner completely.
Page 120: With Navigation System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Voice Control System EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system The climate control system for your vehicle can also be operated by voice DRIVER’S SIDE control. See the navigation section in TEMPERATURE DISPLAY your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the...
Page 121 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Press the AUTO button. The The system automatically selects the Semi-automatic Operation indicator in the button comes on. proper mix of conditioned and/or You can manually select various heated air that will, as quickly as functions of the climate control possible, raise or lower the interior...
Page 122 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Fan Control Dual Button Recirculation Button Select the fan speed by pressing the Press the DUAL button to select When the recirculation indicator is A/C button to view the display, then dual temperature control mode (see on, air from the vehicle’s interior is press any of the fan control icons.
Page 123 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control System Windshield Defroster Button Mode Control To Turn Everything Off This button turns the windshield Use the mode control icons to select If you press the OFF button, the defrost on and off.
Page 124: Dual Temperature Control
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control On EX-L and EX-V6 models without Without navigation system navigation system Your vehicle has two temperature control dials, one for the driver, and one for the front passenger. PASSENGER’S SIDE DRIVER’S SIDE With navigation system...
Page 125 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control Temperature Control Dials/Buttons Push AUTO or to turn on the system. The selected temperatures appear in the display (in the upper display with the navigation system). DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE When the indicator in the DUAL button is off, you can adjust both...
Page 126: Climate Control Sensors
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight and Temperature Sensors SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR On EX-L and EX-V6 models The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 127: Audio System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Audio System To operate your vehicle’s audio AM/FM/CD Player system refer to the appropriate (LX models) pages below. For FM/AM/CD Player systems, see pages thru For AM/FM/CD Changer systems without navigation, see page thru For AM/FM/CD Changer...
Page 128: Audio System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/CD Changer (EX-L and EX-V6 models without navigation system) (EX, SE, and LX-V6 models) U.S. models Canadian models AM/FM/CD Changer with navigation system (EX-L and EX-V6 models) U.S. models is shown.
Page 129: Am/Fm/Cd Player
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Play the AM/FM Radio LX models The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the AUDIO PWR knob or the AM/FM STEREO INDICATOR A.SEL BUTTON button.
Page 130: Am/Fm/Cd Player
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player The scan function samples Each side of the bars To Select a Station SCAN Preset You can use any of five methods to all the stations with strong signals on 6) can store one frequency on find radio stations on the selected the selected band.
Page 131 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player AUTO SELECT If you are You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after Adjusting the Sound traveling far from home and can no pressing a preset bar if auto select Press the SOUND button repeatedly longer receive your preset stations, cannot find a strong station for every...
Page 132 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Play a CD LX models To play a CD, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or AM/FM BUTTON TRACK NUMBER ON(II) position. SCAN/RPT BUTTON You operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 133 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To play the radio when a CD is To Change or Select Tracks SCAN The scan function samples playing, press the AM/FM button. SEEK/SKIP Each time you all the tracks on the disc in the order Press the CD/AUX button again to press and release , the player...
Page 134 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To select the CD changer, press the To Stop Playing a CD Operating the Optional CD Press the eject button ( ) to Changer CD/AUX button. The disc and track remove the CD.
Page 135 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player CD Player Error Messages Error Message Cause Solution The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. Press the eject button, and pull out the CD. FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the CD player.
Page 136 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player Optional CD Changer Error Error Message Cause Messages Solution The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the Press the magazine eject button, pull the display while playing a disc.
Page 137 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player To Play a Tape LX models Optional The ignition switch must be in the AM/FM BUTTON ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR REPEAT position. Make sure the open side of INDICATOR the tape is facing right, then insert the tape most of the way into the slot.
Page 138 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Player Dolby noise reduction comes on To switch to the AM/FM radio or Press the side to find SKIP when you insert a tape. The CD player while a tape is playing, the beginning of the current song or press the AM/FM or CD/AUX passage.
Page 139: Am/Fm/Cd Changer
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play the AM/FM Radio EX, EX-L, SE, and all V6 models without navigation system The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. AM/FM BUTTON STEREO INDICATOR Turn the system on by pushing the...
Page 140: Am/Fm/Cd Changer
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer The scan function samples Each side of the bars To Select a Station SCAN Preset You can use any of five methods to all the stations with strong signals on 6) can store one frequency on find radio stations on the selected the selected band.
Page 141 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Repeat steps through to store a You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after Adjusting the Sound total of six stations on AM and pressing a preset bar if auto select Press the SOUND button repeatedly twelve stations on FM.
Page 142 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer XM Satellite Radio U.S. EX-L and EX-V6 models U.S. EX-L and EX-V6 models Your vehicle is capable of receiving CATEGORY INDICATOR XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CD/AUX/XM United States except Hawaii and BUTTON Alaska.
Page 143 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Select a Channel SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) SCAN The scan function samples When in the satellite radio mode, seek/skip function selects the all channels for 5 seconds. To you can use any of four methods to various categories in XM, such as activate the function, push the SCAN button.
Page 144 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a CD EX, EX-L, SE, and all V6 models without navigation system To load or play CDs, the ignition AM/FM BUTTON TRACK NUMBER switch must be in the ACCESSORY CD/AUX RPT BUTTON DISC NUMBER...
Page 145 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To play the radio when a CD is Insert a disc into the CD slot when playing, press the AM/FM button. the green CD load indicator comes Press the CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM on.
Page 146 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer You can also load a CD into an empty The scan function samples To Change or Select Tracks SCAN position while a CD is playing by SEEK/SKIP Each time you all the tracks on the selected disc in pressing the appropriate side of a the order they are recorded on the...
Page 147 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer REPEAT To continuously replay To Stop Playing a CD If a tape is in the optional tape player, a track, press and release the RPT Press the AM/FM button to switch press the CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM button.
Page 148 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer You can also eject discs when the To select the CD changer, press the Removing CDs from the In-dash CD Changer ignition switch is off. The disc that CD/AUX or CD/AUX/XM button.
Page 149 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer CD Changer Error Messages Error Message Cause Solution The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. Press the CD eject button, and pull out the CDs. FOCUS Error Check for an error message, and insert the CDs If you see an error message in the...
Page 150 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a Tape EX, EX-L, SE, and all V6 models without navigation system Optional REPEAT INDICATOR The ignition switch must be in the AM/FM BUTTON DOLBY INDICATOR ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR position.
Page 151 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Dolby noise reduction comes on To switch to the AM/FM radio, SKIP Press the side to find when you insert a tape. The Satellite Radio (U.S. models), or CD the beginning of the current song or indicator in the display also changer while a tape is playing, press...
Page 152: With Navigation System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Voice Control System EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system The audio system for your vehicle can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details.
Page 153 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play the AM/FM Radio To Select a Station SEEK The seek function The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to searches up and down from the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 154 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Each preset icon can store Repeat steps through to store a You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after Preset one frequency on AM, and two total of six stations on AM and pressing a preset icon if auto select frequencies on FM.
Page 155 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Adjusting the Sound Touch the SOUND icon or press the FADER ADJUST ICONS SOUND GRID TUNE/SOUND knob. If you want to adjust the sound while the radio/CD is playing, push the AUDIO DISPLAY button, then touch the SOUND icon in the display.
Page 156 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer XM Satellite Radio U.S. models U.S. EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CHANNEL INDICATOR United States except Hawaii and Alaska.
Page 157 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Select a Channel SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) Preset Each preset icon can store When in the satellite radio mode, seek/skip function selects the one channel in XM1 and one in XM2. you can use any of four methods to various categories in XM, such as Jazz/Blues, Rock, Classical, etc.
Page 158 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a CD EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system To load or play CDs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY UPPER DISPLAY (I) or the ON(II) position. DISC AND TRACK NUMBERS CD/AUX/XM BUTTON You operate the CD changer with...
Page 159 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To play the radio when a CD is If you turn the system off while a CD Loading CDs in the In-dash CD playing, press the AM/FM button. is playing, either with the PWR/VOL Changer Press the CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX...
Page 160 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer Insert a disc into the CD slot when You can also load a CD into an empty To Change or Select Tracks the green CD load indicator comes position while a CD is playing by To use the controls, press the touching a disc icon.
Page 161 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer DISC SCAN When you touch the RANDOM When you touch the To Stop Playing a CD DISC SCAN icon on the audio RANDOM icon on the audio display, On U.S.
Page 162 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer You can also eject discs when the To select the CD changer, press the Removing CDs from the In-dash CD Changer ignition switch is off. The disc that CD/AUX/XM or CD/AUX button.
Page 163 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer CD Changer Error Messages Error Message Cause Solution The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the display while playing a disc. Press the CD eject button, and pull out the CDs. FOCUS Error Check for an error message, and insert the CDs If you see an error message in the...
Page 164 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer To Play a Tape EX-L and EX-V6 models with navigation system Optional The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) REPEAT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR position.
Page 165 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer First push the AUDIO button before To Stop Playing a Tape Tape Search Functions selecting any of the audio icons on To remove the tape, press the eject FF/REW To fast forward the the audio screen.
Page 166 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM/CD Changer SKIP Press the side to find The skip and repeat NOTE: the beginning of the current song or functions use silent periods on the passage. Press the side to find tape to find the end of a song or the beginning of the next song or passage.
Page 167: Am/Fm Radio Reception
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception AM/FM Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these as the distance from the station’s frequencies:...
Page 168 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents AM/FM Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as...
Page 169: Xm Satellite Radio Reception
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents XM Satellite Radio Reception Satellite Radio Signals Signal is weaker in Available on some U.S. models these areas. Signal may be Satellite radio receives signals from blocked by two satellites to produce clear, high- mountains or quality digital reception.
Page 170 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents XM Satellite Radio Reception Depending on where you drive, you Receiving Satellite Radio Service As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly If your XM Radio service has expired Interference can be caused by any of or you purchased your vehicle from approved by the party responsible for...
Page 171 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents XM Satellite Radio Reception If you decide to purchase XM After you’ve registered with XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio, keep your audio system in the Radio at www.xmradio.com , or at Satellite Radio mode while you wait 1-800-852-9696.
Page 172: Protecting Your Cds
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.
Page 173: Caring For The Tape Player
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Caring for the Tape Player Optional If the tape is loose, tighten it by If you see the error message The tape player picks up dirt and turning the hub with a pencil or your ‘‘...
Page 174: Remote Audio Controls
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top the desired volume is reached, then...
Page 175: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection On models except the 4-cylinder LX If your vehicle’s battery is You will have to store your favorite Your vehicle’s audio system may disconnected or goes dead, or the stations on each side of the preset disable itself if it is disconnected radio fuse is removed, the audio...
Page 176: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Setting the Clock On models without navigation system CLOCK If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you may need to set the clock. PRESET BARS To set the time, press the clock set (SOUND) button until you hear a beep.
Page 177: Security System
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Security System All models except LX With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR The security system helps to protect open the trunk with the remote your vehicle and valuables from theft. transmitter without triggering the The horn sounds and a combination alarm.
Page 178: Cruise Control
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Press and release the SET/ Using Cruise Control a set speed above mph (40 km/h) DECEL button on the steering CRUISE BUTTON without keeping your foot on the wheel.
Page 179 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising Even with cruise control turned on, You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 180 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, CRUISE BUTTON or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remember the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above mph (40 km/h), then press...
Page 181: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver On EX-V6 model They do not have the safety feature Training HomeLink The HomeLink universal that causes the motor to stop and If you just Before you begin transceiver built into your vehicle reverse if an obstacle is detected received your vehicle and have not...
Page 182 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the red indicator in HomeLink second. continues to flash slowly (does If the button works, not flash rapidly), your remote programming is complete. transmitter may stop If the button does not work go to step 6.
Page 183 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Training With a Rolling Code Press and hold the button on TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for to 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 184 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If a standard transmitter was Erasing Codes As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
Page 186: Before Driving
Main Menu Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 187: Break-In Period
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation In addition, in order to maintain good Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate performance, fuel economy, and reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump emissions control, we strongly extra attention to how you drive...
Page 188: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures If you notice any undesirable Refueling operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another Gasoline is highly flammable brand of gasoline. and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured For further important fuel-related when handling fuel.
Page 189: Opening And Closing The Hood
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood You may hear a hissing sound as until it clicks at least once. If you HOOD RELEASE HANDLE pressure inside the tank escapes.
Page 190 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures GRIP CLIP V6 models 4-cylinder models LATCH V6 models Put your fingers under the front 4-cylinder models edge of the hood. The hood latch Pull the support rod out of its clip Lift the hood up most of the way.
Page 191: Oil Check
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK DIPSTICK (Orange Handle) V6 models (Orange Loop) 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models Wait a few minutes after turning the Wipe off the dipstick with a clean Remove the dipstick again, and engine off before you check the oil.
Page 192: Engine Coolant Check
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK V6 models V6 models 4-cylinder models Look at the coolant level in the Refer to Owner’s Maintenance radiator reserve tank.
Page 193: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel.
Page 194: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 195 Some examples are: safety features can make the Lowering your vehicle with a systems ineffective. non-Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground If you plan to modify your vehicle, clearance can allow the consult your dealer.
Page 196: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKETS storage areas: Glove box CENTER POCKET Door and seat-back pockets Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if equipped) However, carrying too much cargo,...
Page 197 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for Determining Correct Load Determine the combined weight The maximum load for your vehicle Limit: luggage and cargo being loaded is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S. vehicles, Locate the statement, ‘‘the the vehicle.
Page 198 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on vehicle, all occupants, accessories, Compartment a Roof Rack Store or secure all items that could Distribute cargo evenly on the cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the gross vehicle weight...
Page 199 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carrying Cargo If you carry any items on a roof Trunk Hooks Cargo Net rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight.
Page 200 Main Menu Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine ....... conditions, and how to operate the Manual Transmission ....manual and automatic transmissions. Automatic Transmission ....It also includes important Parking ...........
Page 201: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see and adjustments before you drive page your vehicle. Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see outside lights are clean and page...
Page 202: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine does not start within pedal, turn the ignition key to the 15 seconds, or starts but stalls In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position.
Page 203: Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into reverse with the vehicle moving. Push down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment.
Page 204 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points With 6-speed manual transmission Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate Shift up Normal acceleration Rapid slowing or speeding up smoothly.
Page 205 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout If you are still unable to shift to If you exceed the maximum speed 6-speed manual transmission only reverse, apply the parking brake, for the gear you are in, the engine The manual transmission has and turn the ignition key to the...
Page 206: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) SHIFT LEVER position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- Reverse (R) Press the brake To shift from: Do this: Press the brake pedal and cally locks the transmission. Use pedal and press the release button P to R press the release button.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D) Use this position for Use second gear: Engine Speed Limiter your normal driving. The For more power when climbing. If you exceed the maximum speed To increase engine braking when for the gear you are in, the engine transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for the vehicle speed...
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release COVER This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release RELEASE BUTTON button does not work.
Page 210: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Parking If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips the front wheels away from the you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if curb and set the parking brake.
Page 211: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Pad Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the The front and rear disc brakes on all wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they feel models have audible brake wear...
Page 212: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake A vehicle with ABS may require a Important Safety Reminders system indicator come on together, ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or and the parking brake is fully...
Page 214: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Activation Indicator Without VSA, your vehicle still has On all V6 models The vehicle stability assist (VSA) normal braking and cornering ability, system helps to stabilize the vehicle When VSA activates, you will see the but it does not have VSA traction and during cornering if the vehicle turns...
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System VSA Off Switch VSA and Tire Sizes In certain unusual conditions when Driving with varying tire or wheel your vehicle gets stuck in shallow sizes may cause the VSA to mud or fresh snow, it may be easier malfunction.
Page 216: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading % of the load (GAWR): The best way to confirm that vehicle toward the front of the trailer The maximum allowable weight and trailer weights are within limits...
Page 218 Trailer Brakes installed and maintained, and that it Honda requires that any trailer with Since lighting and wiring vary by meets federal, state, province, and trailer type and brand, you should...
Page 219 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Additional Towing Equipment Many states and Canadian provinces When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated, and the trailer require special outside mirrors when driving away, be sure to check the tires and spare are inflated as...
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer If you must stop when facing uphill, Making Turns and Braking The added weight, length, and Make turns more slowly and wider use the foot brake or parking brake.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Backing Up Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up. Grip the of the steering bottom wheel; then turn the wheel to the left to get the trailer to move to the left, and turn the wheel right to move the trailer to the right.
Page 222 Main Menu Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......Adding Engine Oil ......
Page 223: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or qualified Improperly maintaining this instructed to do so. mechanic.
Page 224: Maintenance Minder
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items on shown on the display according to the information display to show you this table: ENGINE OIL LIFE SELECT/RESET...
Page 225 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE required at the time of the oil change ITEM CODE(S) INDICATOR (see page MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is...
Page 226 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Minder You can change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer, the trip meter, or the outside temperature (if equipped) every time you press and release the select/reset knob.
Page 227 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Display Your dealer will reset the display after completing the required maintenance service. You will see MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM ‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’...
Page 228 5 seconds. The provide competent, efficient service. maintenance item code(s) will We recommend using Honda parts disappear, and the engine oil life and fluids whenever you have will reset to ‘‘100.’’ maintenance done. These are...
Page 229 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of Maintenance, replacement, or You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, repair of emissions control items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform...
Page 230 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 231: Maintenance Record
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet. Mileage...
Page 232 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 233: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fluid Locations 4-cylinder Models BRAKE FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Gray cap) (5-speed manual transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL (Orange handle) FILL CAP WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)
Page 234 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fluid Locations V6 Models ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Gray cap) (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (6-speed manual transmission only) (Gray cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE...
Page 235: Adding Engine Oil
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal.
Page 236: Changing The Oil And Filter
Always change the oil and filter highly recommended that you use it meets the same requirements according to the maintenance Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for given for a conventional motor oil: it messages shown on the information optimum engine protection. Make displays the API certification seal, display.
Page 237 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter WASHER OIL DRAIN BOLT OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER OIL FILTER V6 models 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models Open the hood, and remove the Remove the oil filter, and let the Check the oil filter to make sure its engine oil fill cap.
Page 238 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. OIL FILTER then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten the drain bolt to: indicator should go out within seconds.
Page 239: Engine Coolant
Table of Contents Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non-Honda coolant can result in corrosion, causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail. Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as possible.
Page 240: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP V6 models 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK Make sure the engine and radiator The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. are cool.
Page 241: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Engine Coolant, Windshield Washers Windshield Washers LEVEL GAUGE Check the fluid level in the windshield washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Check the reservoir’s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap.
Page 242: Transmission Fluid
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Windshield Washers, Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission LEVEL GAUGE 4-cylinder models UPPER MARK V6 models LOWER MARK DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with the engine Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) Do not use engine antif reeze or a at normal operating temperature.
Page 243 Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as Remove the dipstick and check soon as it is convenient. the fluid level. It should be...
Page 244 Have the transmission flushed and refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 as Remove the dipstick and check soon as it is convenient. the fluid level. It should be...
Page 245: Manual Transmission
FILLER BOLT hole. Reinstall the filler bolt, and temperature and the vehicle sitting tighten it securely. on level ground. If Honda MTF is not available, you CHECK BOLT may use an SAE 10W-30 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API WASHER Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 246: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Clean up any spills immediately; it could damage components in the two reservoirs, depending on the engine compartment. model. They are: If Honda MTF is not available, you Brake fluid reservoir (all models) may use an SAE 10W-30 10W-40 viscosity motor oil with the API Clutch fluid reservoir Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
Page 247 DOT or DOT fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid as soon as possible.
Page 248: Power Steering Fluid
Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have the system inspected as soon as possible.
Page 249: Timing Belt
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Timing Belt, Lights Timing Belt Headlight Aiming High Beam Headlight V6 models only The headlights were properly aimed FASTENERS AIR INTAKE The timing belt should be replaced when your vehicle was new. If you COVER regularly carry heavy items in the at the intervals shown in the...
Page 250: Lights
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights AIR INTAKE COVER FASTENERS BULB BULB V6 models V6 models 4-cylinder models Remove the electrical connector Push the electrical connector back from the bulb by squeezing the onto the bulb. Make sure it is on connector to unlock the tab, then all the way.
Page 251 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Pull the inner fender cover away Low Beam Headlight from the fender and bumper. HOLDING CLIPS AIR INTAKE DUCT EX-V6 with M/T To change the passenger’s side Remove the electrical connector bulb, start the engine, turn the from the bulb by squeezing the On EX-V6 model with manual...
Page 252 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb, and turn it Replacing a Front Side Marker/ one-quarter turn clockwise to lock Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb it in place. HOLDING CLIPS Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb.
Page 253 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Lights Remove the burned out bulb from Replacing Rear Bulbs Determine which bulb is burned the socket by pushing it in and out: turn signal or back-up light. turning the bulb counterclockwise until it unlocks.
Page 254: Cleaning The Seat Belts
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Floor Mats belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of LOOP the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm...
Page 255: Dust And Pollen Filter
6 months. outside through the heating and Replace them if you find signs of A non-Honda floor mat may not fit cooling system/climate control cracking in the rubber, areas that are your vehicle properly. This could system.
Page 256 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Wiper Blades WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB BLADE To replace a wiper blade: Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from its holder from the wiper arm by pushing in by grasping the tabbed end of the Raise the wiper arm off the the lock tab.
Page 257: Tires
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Tires Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires BLADE holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate onto the wiper arm.
Page 258 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressure when the Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot [driven for several miles provides the best combination of month.
Page 259 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires Recommended Tire Pressures All 4-cylinder models For convenience, the recommended The following charts show the tire sizes and cold tire pressures are Tire Size/Type Cold Tire Pressure Front: recommended cold tire pressures for on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Page 260 If you purchase directional tires, Improper wheel weights can damage traction on wet roads. You should rotate only front-to-back. your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use replace the tire if you can see three only Honda wheel weights f or or more tread wear indicators. balancing.
Page 261 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires It is best to replace all four tires at Replacing Tires and Wheels Wheel and Tire Specifications Replace your tires with radial tires of the same time. If that is not possible Wheels: the same size, load range, speed or necessary, replace the two front...
Page 262 For the best performance in snowy Because your vehicle has limited tire hear them coming into contact with or icy conditions, you should install clearance, Honda strongly the body or chassis, stop and snow tires or tire chains. They may recommends using the chains listed investigate.
Page 263: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Tires, Checking the Battery Checking the Battery TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed.
Page 264 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Checking the Battery If additional battery maintenance is If you need to connect the battery to needed, see your dealer or a a charger, disconnect both cables to qualified technician. prevent damaging your vehicle’s The battery gives off explosive electrical system.
Page 265: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Leave the parking brake off. Put To minimize sticking, apply a an extended period (more than the transmission in reverse silicone spray lubricant to all door and trunk seals.
Page 266 Main Menu Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ....experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 267: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced, Never exceed mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Page 268: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Turn on the hazard warning lights, TRUNK FLOOR stop in a safe place to change it. and turn the ignition switch to the Drive slowly along the shoulder until LOCK (0) position.
Page 269 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUT JACK WHEEL NUT WRENCH The jack is behind a cover in the Turn the jack’s end bracket Loosen each wheel nut turn right fender. Remove the cover by counterclockwise to loosen it, then with the wheel nut wrench.
Page 270 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Remove the wheel nuts, then remove the flat tire. Handle the wheel nuts carefully; they may be hot from driving. Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up.
Page 271 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Before mounting the spare tire, Lower the vehicle to the ground, Put on the spare tire. Put the wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack.
Page 272 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WING BOLT spare normal tire tire SPACER CONE Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Remove the center cap before Place the flat tire face down in the the same crisscross pattern.
Page 273: If The Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start Store the jack in its holder. Turn If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter the jack’s end bracket to lock it in Diagnosing why the engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly place.
Page 274 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to the The Starter Operates Normally If you find nothing wrong, you will START (III) position. If the In this case, the starter motor’s need a qualified technician to find headlights do not dim, check the speed sounds normal, or even faster...
Page 275: Jump Starting
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
Page 276 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Jump Starting BOOSTER V6 models BATTERY V6 models 4-cylinder models Connect one jumper cable to the Connect the second jumper cable Start the vehicle. If the starter positive ( ) terminal on your to the negative ( ) terminal on motor still operates slowly, check vehicle’s battery.
Page 277: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Once the vehicle is running, If the Engine Overheats disconnect the negative cable from The pointer of your vehicle’s your vehicle, then from the temperature gauge should stay in Steam and spray from an booster battery.
Page 278 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you do not see steam or spray, If there was no coolant in the Start the engine, and set the leave the engine running, and reserve tank, you may need to add temperature to maximum heat watch the temperature gauge.
Page 279: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Safely pull off the road and shut Charging System Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard Indicator This indicator should never come on warning lights.
Page 280: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, these codes are set. If they are not while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you set, the test cannot be completed.
Page 281: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada However, if the brake pedal does not If you must drive the vehicle a short feel normal, you should take distance in this condition, drive immediate action.
Page 282: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If equipped SOCKET NOTCH If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 283: Fuses
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses UNDER-HOOD INTERIOR NOTCH If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.
Page 284 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the looking through the side window fuses in the interior fuse box by at the wire inside.
Page 285 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle If the replacement fuse of the FUSE BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you same rating blows in a short time, do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse there is probably a serious of the same rating or a lower rating electrical problem with your...
Page 286: Fuse Locations
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Cooling Fan Cooling Fan 7.5 A MG. Clutch Horn, Stop Rear Defroster Back Up, ACC Hazard ABS Motor VSA Motor ABS Unit VSA Unit Option Option...
Page 287 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Driver’s Power Seat Sliding Heated Seats Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Not Used Fuel Pump 7.5 A Washer 7.5 A Meter 7.5 A Not Used Amps.
Page 288: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do this: Improper towing preparation will with just a rope or chain.
Page 289 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Emergency Towing Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the The steering system can be damaged if bumpers will cause serious damage. the steering wheel is locked. Leave the The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering...
Page 290: Technical Information
Main Menu Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications The Clean Air Act ..... your vehicle and the locations of the (4-cylinder Models) ....Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 291: Identification Numbers
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 292 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into 4-cylinder models the engine block. It is on the front. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION...
Page 293 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications (4-cylinder Models) Dimensions Capacities Length 187.8 in (4,770 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 71.3 in (1,810 mm) 17.09 US gal (64.7 ) Height 55.7 in (1,415 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 105.1 in (2,670 mm)
Page 294 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications (4-cylinder Models) Lights Engine Headlights High W (HB3) Type Water cooled 4-stroke DOHC i-VTEC W (HB4) 4-cylinder gasoline engine Front turn signal/parking/side 24/2.2 CP Bore x Stroke 3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm) marker lights Displacement cu-in (2,354 cm )
Page 295 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Specifications (V6 Models) Dimensions Capacities Length 187.8 in (4,770 mm) Fuel tank Approx. Width 71.3 in (1,810 mm) 17.09 US gal (64.7 ) Height 55.8 in (1,418 mm) Engine Change Wheelbase 105.1 in (2,670 mm) coolant...
Page 296 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents (V6 Models) Specifications Lights Engine Headlights High 60 W (HB3) Type Water cooled 4-stroke W (HB4) SOHC VTEC Front turn signal/parking/side 24/2.2 CP 6-cylinder (V6) gasoline engine marker lights Bore x Stroke 3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm) Rear turn signal lights Displacement...
Page 297 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 298 Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 299: Tire Labeling
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. FW6X Tire type code. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code 2202 Date of manufacture.
Page 300: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this environment. Under certain canister while the engine is off. After conditions of sunlight and climate, In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, NOx and HC react to form with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine photochemical ‘‘smog.’’...
Page 301 HC, CO, and NOx produced. combustion and minimize the Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that equivalent for repairs. Using lower Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) come out the tailpipe.
Page 302: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTERS...
Page 303: State Emissions Testing
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been or fifth/sixth (M/T). Do not use If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for the cruise control.
Page 304: Warranty And Customer Relations
Main Menu Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 305: Customer Service Information
Vortex Motor Corp. U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the Bella International problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. P.O. Box 190816 Automobile Customer Service San Juan, PR 00919-0816 Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A...
Page 306: Warranty Coverages
Emissions Control Systems Defects all these warranties. Please read the Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty these two Honda accessories are covered Performance Warranty 2007 Honda warranty information warranties cover your vehicle’s under this warranty. Time and booklet that came with your vehicle emissions control systems.
Page 307: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
; or write to: http://www.saf ercar.gov Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 308: Authorized Manuals
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 309: Authorized Manuals
Main Menu Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent.
Page 310: Fluid
Main Menu Main Menu Index Operation ........Anti-theft, Audio System ....Accessories ........Battery Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Armrest ..........Charging System Indicator ......Position) ........Audio System ........ Accessory Power Sockets .... AM/FM/CD Player ....Jump Starting ......
Page 311 Main Menu Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Changing Oil Clock ..........Back-up Lights ......How to ........Clutch Fluid ........Front Parking Lights ....When to ........CO in the Exhaust ......Headlights ......... Charging System Indicator . Coin Pocket ........
Page 312 Main Menu Main Menu Index Engine Daytime Running Lights ....Dual Temperature Control ..Daytime Running Lights Dust and Pollen Filter ....Adding Engine Coolant .... Additives ........Indicator ........Dead Battery ......... Changing the Oil and Filter ..Defects, Reporting Safety ....
Page 313 Main Menu Main Menu Index Fill Door and Cap ...... Gearshift Lever Positions Gauge ........... Automatic Transmission ..Fan Control ....108, 114, Low Fuel Indicator ..... Manual Transmission ....Features ......... Octane Requirement ....Glove Box ........Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 314 Main Menu Main Menu Index Heater, Seat ........Door and Trunk Open ....Information Display ......High Altitude, Starting at ..... DRL (Daytime Running Check Fuel Cap ......HomeLink Universal Lights) ........Engine Oil Life ......Transceiver ........ High Beam ........
Page 315 Main Menu Main Menu Index Luggage, Storing (Cargo) ... Operation ........Luggage Net (Cargo Net) ... Label, Certification ....... Lane Change, Signaling ....Net, Cargo ........Lap/Shoulder Belts ....LATCH Anchorage System ... Neutral Gear Position ....Maintenance ........Lighting Off Feature, Automatic . New Vehicle Break-in ....
Page 316 Main Menu Main Menu Index Outside Temperature ..... Power Door Locks ......Rear Seat, Folding ......Overheating, Engine ....Power Socket Locations ....Rear View Mirror ......Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..Power Steering Fluid ....Rear Window Defogger ....Oxygenated Fuel ......
Page 317 Main Menu Main Menu Index Reverse Gear Position ....Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Sound System ........ Reverse Lockout ......Belt ........Spare Tire Roof Rack ........Seat Heaters ........Inflating ........Rotation, Tire ........ Seats ..........Specifications ....291, Seats, Folding Rear ......
Page 318 Main Menu Main Menu Index Emissions Control Systems ..Labeling ........Starting the Engine ....... In Cold Weather at High Oxygenated Fuels ..... Maintenance ......Three Way Catalytic Altitude ........Replacing ........With a Dead Battery ....Converter ....... 298, Rotating ........
Page 319 Main Menu Main Menu Index Treadwear ........Nut Wrench ....... Treadwear Indicators ....Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) Replacing ........Trip Meter ........System ........Windows Trunk ..........VSA System Indicator ..Auto Reverse ....... Cargo Net ........VSA Activation Indicator . Operating the Power ....
Page 320: Service Information Summary
ATF (see page Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic Brake Fluid: Transmission Fluid) preferred, or Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid a DEXRON III ATF as a preferred, or a DOT temporary replacement (see brake fluid as a temporary pages...

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