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Page 3 09/07/02 16:24:48 31SNA640_002 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Honda Civic was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will 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 09/07/02 16:24:53 31SNA640_003 Introduction California Proposition 65 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 This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else of any airbag system component.
Page 5 09/07/02 16:25:09 31SNA640_004 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.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
09/07/02 16:25:24 31SNA640_006 Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) Instruments and Controls .......... . 55 (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) Features ........
Page 8 09/07/02 16:25:44 31SNA640_007 Overview of Contents Contents Before Driving Technical Information A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load and technical information. luggage and other cargo.
Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance
09/07/02 16:25:51 31SNA640_008 Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P.102) PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) (P.9, 30) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.114) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 24) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.104) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH DOOR LOCK TAB (P.82) (P.81)
Page 10 09/07/02 16:25:59 31SNA640_009 Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS BUTTONS FOG LIGHTS (P.74) (P.72) (P.75) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF DISPLAY CHANGE INDICATOR BUTTON (P.30) (P.66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P.66) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (P.76) (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.269)
Page 11: Driver And Passenger Safety
09/07/02 16:26:04 31SNA640_010 Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About Your All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Seat Belts ........18 Back Seat ........34 yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components .
Page 12: Important Safety Precautions
09/07/02 16:26:17 31SNA640_011 Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety (see pages to the road, other vehicles and recommendations throughout this pedestrians could lead to a crash. section, and throughout this manual. Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Remember, situations can change The recommendations on this page While airbags can save lives, they quickly, and only you can decide...
Page 13: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
09/07/02 16:26:26 31SNA640_012 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column,...
Page 14: Seat Belts
09/07/02 16:26:42 31SNA640_013 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. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Keep you from being thrown out Your seat belt system also includes...
Page 15: Airbags
09/07/02 16:26:51 31SNA640_014 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to In addition, your vehicle has side restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the curtain airbags to help protect the airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger heads of the driver, front passenger,...
Page 16 09/07/02 16:27:01 31SNA640_015 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 17: Protecting Adults And Teens
09/07/02 16:27:15 31SNA640_016 Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide instructions on how to properly Your vehicle has a door-open protect the driver, adult passengers, indicator on the instrument panel to and teenage children who are large indicate when any door is open.
Page 18: Adjust The Seat-Backs
09/07/02 16:27:26 31SNA640_017 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 19: Adjust The Head Restraints
09/07/02 16:27:39 31SNA640_018 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. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...
Page 20: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
09/07/02 16:27:46 31SNA640_019 Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat This spreads the forces of a crash Belts over the strongest bones in your Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 21: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
09/07/02 16:27:58 31SNA640_020 Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting Never place the shoulder portion of a RELEASE BUTTON Position lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash. their seats and head restraints, and put on their seat belts, it is very If a seat belt does not seem to work...
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
09/07/02 16:28:07 31SNA640_021 Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of When driving, remember to sit Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far seriously or fatally injured in a crash back as possible while allowing full by striking interior parts of the control of the vehicle.
Page 23: Additional Safety Precautions
09/07/02 16:28:16 31SNA640_022 Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Do not attach hard objects on or If a side airbag or a Two people should never use the between yourself and a front near a door.
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
09/07/02 16:28:30 31SNA640_023 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components the beeper stops, the indicator will If the indicator comes on or the Your seat belt system includes lap/ stop flashing but remain on. beeper sounds when the driver’s seat shoulder belts in all seating positions.
Page 25: Lap/Shoulder Belt
09/07/02 16:28:43 31SNA640_024 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt restrain your body. Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The lap/shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in and across your hips. all seating positions except the driver’s have a lockable retractor To fasten the belt, insert the latch that must be activated to secure a...
Page 26: Seat Belt Maintenance
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious Honda provides a limited warranty injury or death if the seat belts on seat belts. See your Honda do not work properly when...
Page 27: Additional Information About Your Airbags
09/07/02 16:29:01 31SNA640_026 Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (12) (11) (1) Driver’s Front Airbag (2) Passenger’s Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Automatic Front Seat Belt Tensioners (10) (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (13) (7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator...
Page 28 09/07/02 16:29:08 31SNA640_027 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Two SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver’s (16) airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger’s airbag is stored in the dashboard.
Page 29 09/07/02 16:29:20 31SNA640_028 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. If the weight is about 65 passenger’s side airbag has been Sensors that can detect a lbs (29 kg) or less (the weight...
Page 30: How Your Front Airbags Work
09/07/02 16:29:31 31SNA640_029 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt How Your Front Airbags Work 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 airbag to deploy.
Page 31 09/07/02 16:29:41 31SNA640_030 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. airbags.
Page 32 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda or put any objects or metal items too far forward, the airbag will does not encourage carrying an under the front seats.
Page 33: How Your Side Airbags Work
09/07/02 16:30:07 31SNA640_032 Additional Information About Your Airbags Be aware that objects placed on the Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work passenger’s seat can also cause the back against cargo on the seat or airbag to be turned off. floor behind it.
Page 34 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, if position should wear their seat belts and sit...
Page 35: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
09/07/02 16:30:31 31SNA640_034 Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Work side, the passenger’s side curtain Works airbag will inflate even if there are no The SRS indicator alerts you to a occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 36: Indicator Works
09/07/02 16:30:43 31SNA640_035 Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, U.S. Canada How the Side How the Passenger Airbag Off the airbags and seat belt tensioners Airbag Off Indicator Works may not work properly when you Indicator Works need them.
Page 37: Airbag Service
09/07/02 16:30:58 31SNA640_036 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 38: Additional Safety Precautions
Tampering could cause during a crash to make sure they reason. disabilities, first contact Honda the airbags to deploy, possibly are operating properly. Automobile Customer Service at causing very serious injury.
Page 39: Protecting Children General Guidelines
09/07/02 16:31:17 31SNA640_038 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. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a accidents are the number one cause crash.
Page 40: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
09/07/02 16:31:28 31SNA640_039 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 help protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 41 09/07/02 16:31:46 31SNA640_040 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models front airbag hazards, and that Sun Visor Dashboard children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 42: If You Must Drive With Several Children
09/07/02 16:31:56 31SNA640_041 Protecting Children General Guidelines If a child requires close physical If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close attention or frequent visual contact, Children Attention 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 43: Additional Safety Precautions
09/07/02 16:32:07 31SNA640_042 Protecting Children General Guidelines seat belt around their neck, they Additional Safety Precautions Lock all doors and the trunk when can be seriously or fatally injured. Children Never hold an infant or child on your vehicle is not in use. If you are not wearing a (See pages for how to...
Page 44: Protecting Infants And Small Children
09/07/02 16:32:20 31SNA640_043 Protecting Infants and Small Children Two types of seats may be used: a Protecting Infants 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 45: Protecting Small Children
09/07/02 16:32:32 31SNA640_044 Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we and weight are appropriate for a Protecting Small Children strongly recommend that you install rear-facing seat. the child seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat Of the different seats available, we as far forward as needed, and leave it recommend those that have a five-...
Page 46: Selecting A Child Seat
09/07/02 16:32:44 31SNA640_045 Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat Even with advanced front airbags In seating positions and vehicles not Selecting a Child Seat that automatically turn the When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- passenger’s front airbag off (see to choose either a conventional child compatible child seat can be installed...
Page 47: Installing A Child Seat
09/07/02 16:32:56 31SNA640_046 Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should be of the Installing a Child Seat After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s proper type and size to fit the child. Rear-facing for infants, forward- and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 48: With Latch
09/07/02 16:33:08 31SNA640_047 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 LATCH.
Page 49 09/07/02 16:33:19 31SNA640_048 Installing a Child Seat Attach the tether strap hook to the TETHER STRAP tether anchor, then tighten the HOOK strap as instructed by the child seat maker. If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route where the strap can be ANCHOR tightened securely.
Page 50: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
09/07/02 16:33:28 31SNA640_049 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. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a lockable retractor...
Page 51: With A Tether
09/07/02 16:33:38 31SNA640_050 Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether ANCHORAGE POINTS COVER After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat ANCHOR locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to A child seat with a tether can be...
Page 52 09/07/02 16:33:45 31SNA640_051 Installing a Child Seat TETHER TETHER STRAP STRAP HOOK HOOK ANCHOR ANCHOR Outer Position Center Position After properly securing the child Tighten the strap according to the seat (see page ), lift the head seat maker’s instructions. restraint, then route the tether strap over the seat-back and If the tether strap is too long and...
Page 53: Protecting Larger Children
09/07/02 16:33:55 31SNA640_052 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 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear the lap/ or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 54: Using A Booster Seat
09/07/02 16:34:07 31SNA640_053 Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross territories where you intend to drive. Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Booster seats can be high-back or Is the lap part of the belt as low as low-back.
Page 55: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
09/07/02 16:34:20 31SNA640_054 Protecting Larger Children Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely When Can a Larger Child Sit in while age may be one indicator of ride up front, be sure to: Front The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front,...
Page 56: Additional Safety Precautions
09/07/02 16:34:27 31SNA640_055 Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck. in serious neck injuries during a reposition the shoulder part of a crash.
Page 57: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
09/07/02 16:34:37 31SNA640_056 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 interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. vehicle in normal driving if you condition.
Page 58: Safety Labels
09/07/02 16:34:56 31SNA640_057 Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR U.S. models 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 59 09/07/02 16:35:07 31SNA640_058 Safety Labels DOORJAMBS U.S. models Canadian models...
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Page 61: Instruments And Controls
09/07/02 16:35:14 31SNA640_060 Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......56 Auto Door Unlocking ....85 the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......57 Trunk ..........88 contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..
Page 62: Control Locations
09/07/02 16:35:21 31SNA640_061 Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) (P.102) MOONROOF SWITCH AUDIO SYSTEM (P.114) GAUGES (P.66) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.104) POWER DOOR LOCK DOOR LOCK TAB (P.81) MASTER SWITCH (P.82) ACCESSORY POWER POWER WINDOW SOCKET SWITCHES (P.108) (P.101) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION...
Page 63: Instrument Panel
09/07/02 16:35:29 31SNA640_062 Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX (U.S.), LX-S (U.S.), Sport (Canada), EX (U.S.), EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.64) DAYTIME RUNNING SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM SUPPLEMENTAL LOW TIRE LIGHTS OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM PRESSURE...
Page 64 09/07/02 16:35:38 31SNA640_063 Instrument Panel SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.60) LOW FUEL INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION (P.64) (P.62) INDICATOR LIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM SUPPLEMENTAL TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING FOG LIGHT INDICATOR INDICATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63) INDICATOR...
Page 65: Instrument Panel Indicators
09/07/02 16:35:49 31SNA640_064 Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Seat Belt Reminder Parking Brake U.S. Canada indicators to give you important Indicator and Brake information about your vehicle. This indicator reminds you and your System passengers to fasten your seat belts. Indicator This indicator has two functions: If you turn the ignition switch to the...
Page 66 09/07/02 16:36:02 31SNA640_065 Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Off Immobilizer System U.S. Canada System Indicator Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on for several This indicator comes on briefly when seconds when you turn the ignition This indicator comes on for several you turn the ignition switch to the switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 67 09/07/02 16:36:19 31SNA640_066 Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Daytime Running Lights Lights On Indicator Hazard Warning Indicator Indicators If this indicator comes on when the This indicator reminds you that the The left or right turn signal indicator ignition switch is turned to the ON exterior lights are on.
Page 68 09/07/02 16:36:35 31SNA640_067 Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Electric Power Steering (VSA) System Indicator (EPS) Indicator If equipped If equipped Si and Canadian DX-G with manual This indicator normally comes on for This indicator has three functions: transmission models a few seconds when you turn the This indicator normally comes on...
Page 69 09/07/02 16:36:46 31SNA640_068 Instrument Panel Indicators If you turn the steering wheel to the Low Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Monitoring full left or right position repeatedly Indicator System (TPMS) Indicator while stopping or driving at very low U.S. models only U.S.
Page 70 09/07/02 16:37:05 31SNA640_069 Instrument Panel Indicators Rev Limit Indicator Cruise Main Indicator Low Fuel Indicator REV LIMIT INDICATOR If equipped LOW FUEL INDICATOR This indicator comes on when you turn on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page Cruise Control Indicator If equipped...
Page 71 09/07/02 16:37:20 31SNA640_070 Instrument Panel Indicators Maintenance Minder Security System Indicator Malfunction Indicator Indicator Lamp This indicator reminds you that it is Except Si See page time to take your vehicle in for scheduled maintenance. The Low Oil Pressure maintenance main items and sub Indicator items will be displayed in the The engine can be severely damaged...
Page 72: Gauges
09/07/02 16:37:29 31SNA640_071 Gauges Display Change Button SPEEDOMETER Press and hold until the speedometer, TEMPERATURE GAUGE trip meter, and odometer readings switch between miles per hour and kilometers per hour. A beeper will FUEL GAUGE sound. TACHOMETER INFORMATION DISPLAY TRIP METER ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS...
Page 73: Information Display
09/07/02 16:37:39 31SNA640_072 Gauges Information Display To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, : Press the SEL/ TRIP METER A outside temperature (if equipped), RESET button. and engine oil life and maintenance item code(s), press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly.
Page 74 09/07/02 16:37:52 31SNA640_073 Gauges If the outside temperature is Trip Meter Outside Temperature Indicator This meter shows the number of incorrectly displayed, you can adjust If equipped miles or kilometers driven since you This indicator displays the outside it up to 5°F ( 3°C) warmer or last reset it.
Page 75 09/07/02 16:37:59 31SNA640_074 Gauges If the system still detects a leak in Check Fuel Cap Message Maintenance Minder Your vehicle’s onboard diagnostic your vehicle’s evaporative emissions The information display in the system will detect a loose or missing system, the malfunction indicator instrument panel shows you the fuel fill cap as an evaporative system lamp (MIL) comes on.
Page 76: Fuel Gauge
09/07/02 16:38:06 31SNA640_075 Gauges Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal than the actual amount. operation, the reading should rise to about the middle of the gauge.
Page 77: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
09/07/02 16:38:14 31SNA640_076 Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS BRIGHTNESS FOG LIGHTS (P.74) (P.72) (P.75) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF DISPLAY CHANGE INDICATOR BUTTON (P.30) (P.66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P.66) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (P.76) (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.269) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS...
Page 78: Windshield Wipers And Washers
09/07/02 16:38:26 31SNA640_077 Windshield Wipers and Washers MIST The wipers run at high While the vehicle is stopped and in speed until you release the lever. gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove The wipers are not activated. your foot from the brake pedal.
Page 79: Turn Signals And Headlights
09/07/02 16:38:37 31SNA640_078 Turn Signals and Headlights Push down on the Push the lever Turn Signal High Beams lever to signal a left turn and up to forward until you hear a click. The signal a right turn. To signal a lane high beam indicator will come on change, push lightly on the lever, (see page...
Page 80: Daytime Running Lights
09/07/02 16:38:45 31SNA640_079 Headlights, Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights Fog Lights You can use the fog lights only when With the headlight switch off or the headlights are on low beam. position, the high beam They will go off when the headlights headlights come on with reduced are turned off.
Page 81: Instrument Panel Brightness
09/07/02 16:38:54 31SNA640_080 Instrument Panel Brightness To reduce glare at night, the INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS instrument panel illumination dims CONTROL BUTTONS when you turn the light switch to the position. The center of each meter (upper and lower) illuminates with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver’s door, and then goes back to the selected brightness when...
Page 82: Hazard Warning Button
09/07/02 16:39:03 31SNA640_081 Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 83: Steering Wheel Adjustment
09/07/02 16:39:12 31SNA640_082 Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Push the lever up to lock the before you start driving. steering wheel in position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, Adjusting the steering wheel and out.
Page 84: Keys And Locks
You will need this key number if you handle locked when you leave your ever have to get a key replaced. Use vehicle and the valet key at a parking only Honda-approved key blanks. facility.
Page 85: Immobilizer System
09/07/02 16:39:33 31SNA640_084 Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System These keys contain electronic Immobilizer System The system may not recognize your circuits that are activated by the The immobilizer system protects key’s coding if another immobilizer immobilizer system. They will not your vehicle from theft.
Page 86: Ignition Switch
09/07/02 16:39:45 31SNA640_085 Immobilizer System, Ignition Switch Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the As required by the FCC: anti-theft lock may make it difficult This device complies with Part 15 of the to turn the key. Firmly turn the FCC rules.
Page 87 09/07/02 16:39:53 31SNA640_086 Ignition Switch, Door Locks You will hear a reminder beeper if Door Locks On DX models you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or To lock any passenger’s door when the ACCESSORY (I) position and getting out of the vehicle, pull the LOCK TAB open the driver’s door.
Page 88: Door Locks
09/07/02 16:40:05 31SNA640_087 Door Locks Power Door Locks The lock tab on the passenger’s door Childproof Door Locks locks and unlocks only that door. Pushing in the driver’s door lock tab only unlocks the driver’s door. Unlock To unlock only the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and To lock release it.
Page 89: Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
09/07/02 16:40:17 31SNA640_088 Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Auto Door Locking To turn off the Auto Door Lock The auto door locking feature has On all models except DX modes: Your vehicle has customizable three possible settings: settings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock.
Page 90 09/07/02 16:40:29 31SNA640_089 Door Locks Push and hold the front of the Push and hold the front of the To program the Park Lock mode: master door lock switch on the master door lock switch on the Locks all doors when the shift lever is driver’s door until you hear a click driver’s door.
Page 91: Auto Door Unlocking
09/07/02 16:40:43 31SNA640_090 Door Locks push and hold the Auto Door Unlocking To program the Drive Lock mode: On A/T vehicles, brake pedal, and move the shift The auto door unlocking feature has Locks all doors when the vehicle’s speed lever out of the Park (P) position.
Page 92 09/07/02 16:40:53 31SNA640_091 Door Locks The driver’s door unlocks Push and hold the rear of the To turn off the Auto Door Unlock whenever you turn the ignition master door lock switch on the modes: switch to the ACCESSORY (I) driver’s door.
Page 93 09/07/02 16:41:06 31SNA640_092 Door Locks Push and hold the rear of the To program the Park Unlock mode: To program the Ignition Switch master door lock switch on the Unlocks the driver’s door or all doors Unlock mode: driver’s door. You will hear a click. when the shift lever is moved into the Unlocks the driver’s door or all doors Continue to hold the switch:...
Page 94: Trunk
09/07/02 16:41:17 31SNA640_093 Door Locks, Trunk push and hold the Even if your vehicle’s battery is Trunk On A/T vehicles, brake pedal, then move the shift removed or goes dead, the system lever out of the Park (P) position. keeps the auto door lock/unlock PULL setting which you selected.
Page 95: Emergency Trunk Opener
09/07/02 16:41:27 31SNA640_094 Trunk To close the trunk, press down on Emergency Trunk Opener On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian the trunk lid. Sport models Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to prevent exhaust gas from On DX, U.S.
Page 96: Remote Transmitter
09/07/02 16:41:37 31SNA640_095 Remote Transmitter If you unlock the doors with the On U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, EX-L, and Si EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models remote transmitter, but do not open models PANIC BUTTON If you push the LOCK button twice any of the doors within 30 seconds, TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON...
Page 97 09/07/02 16:41:50 31SNA640_096 Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the If it takes several pushes on the transmitter. button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as Protect the transmitter from possible.
Page 98 09/07/02 16:42:00 31SNA640_097 Remote Transmitter Remove the old battery from the As required by the FCC: back of the inner cover, and note This device complies with Part 15 of the the polarity. Make sure the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the polarity of the new battery is the following two conditions: (1) This device same (...
Page 99: Seats
09/07/02 16:42:10 31SNA640_098 Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward or To change the seat-back angle, pull backward, pull up on the bar under up on the lever on the outside of the the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 100 09/07/02 16:42:19 31SNA640_099 Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Head Restraints See page for important safety information and a warning about improperly positioning head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from the likelihood of whiplash and other injuries.
Page 101 09/07/02 16:42:31 31SNA640_100 Seats Removing the Head Restraint Front Rear Center Position CUSHION To remove a head restraint for CUSHION cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.
Page 102 Install each restraint in its proper inspected by a Honda dealer. location. Only use genuine Honda The driver’s and front passenger’s replacement head restraints.
Page 103 09/07/02 16:42:52 31SNA640_102 Seats Armrest On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Folding Rear Seat Sport models, the rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it. If equipped The back of the rear seat folds down, To use the console lid as an armrest, giving you direct access to the trunk.
Page 104 09/07/02 16:43:00 31SNA640_103 Seats GUIDE RELEASE Pull CENTER SHOULDER BELT On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian When storing cargo, you can move To release the seat-back, pull the Sport models the rear center shoulder belt out of release under the trunk panel. Push The left and right seat-backs can be the way by removing the belt from the seat-back down, then let go of...
Page 105 09/07/02 16:43:06 31SNA640_104 Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back Make sure all items in the trunk, or does not press against the front items extending through the opening passenger’s seat, as this could cause into the back seat, are secured. the weight sensors to work Loose items can fly forward and improperly.
Page 106: Seat Heaters
09/07/02 16:43:18 31SNA640_105 Seat Heaters In the HI setting, the heater turns off Passenger’s Seat when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.
Page 107: Power Windows
09/07/02 16:43:28 31SNA640_106 Power Windows window, pull or push the window DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH switch briefly. Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can Except DX and Canadian DX-G If the driver’s cause serious injury. AUTO REVERSE window senses any obstacle while it Make sure your passengers are is closing automatically, it will away from the windows before...
Page 108: Moonroof
09/07/02 16:43:38 31SNA640_107 Moonroof To close the moonroof fully, push If equipped MOONROOF SWITCH Turn the ignition switch to the ON the moonroof switch forward to the (II) position before operating the second detent, then release it. The moonroof switch on the ceiling moonroof closes all the way.
Page 109: Mirrors
09/07/02 16:43:49 31SNA640_108 Moonroof, Mirrors The moonroof has a key-off delay. Auto Reverse Mirrors You can open and close the If the moonroof runs into any moonroof for up to 10 minutes after obstacle while it is closing you turn off the ignition switch. The automatically, it will reverse key-off delay cancels as soon as you direction, and then stop.
Page 110 09/07/02 16:44:00 31SNA640_109 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Heated Mirrors ADJUSTMENT SWITCH SELECTOR SWITCH HEATED MIRROR BUTTON On all models except U.S. DX Push the appropriate edge of the On All EX-L, Canadian Sport and Si adjustment switch to move the models Turn the ignition switch to the ON mirror right, left, up, or down.
Page 111: Parking Brake
09/07/02 16:44:11 31SNA640_110 Parking Brake, Interior Lights Parking Brake Ceiling Light DOOR ACTIVATED Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.
Page 112: Interior Lights
09/07/02 16:44:22 31SNA640_111 Interior Lights After all doors are closed tightly, the light(s) dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds. SWITCHES If you do not open any door after you unlock the driver’s door or remove the key from the ignition switch, the light(s) fades out in about 30 seconds.
Page 113: Interior Convenience Items
09/07/02 16:44:31 31SNA640_112 Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items Courtesy Light Interior Convenience Items COURTESY LIGHT CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKET COIN BOX VANITY MIRROR ACCESSORY COAT HOOK POWER SOCKET On Canadian Si model The courtesy light between the spotlights comes on when you turn the parking lights on.
Page 114: Beverage Holders
09/07/02 16:44:46 31SNA640_113 Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders The EX, EX-L, and Si models without Console Compartment Be careful when you are using the navigation system have another beverage holders. A spilled liquid accessory power socket in the center LEVER that is very hot can scald you or your console compartment.
Page 115: Features
09/07/02 16:44:54 31SNA640_114 Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....110 Playing a USB Flash Memory systems in your vehicle provide a Using the A/C ......112 Device ........191 comfortable driving environment in Audio System ........
Page 116: Vents, Heating, And A/C
09/07/02 16:45:06 31SNA640_115 Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control Dial TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL FAN CONTROL DIAL Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the MODE BUTTONS dial counterclockwise to decrease them. Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.
Page 117 09/07/02 16:45:30 31SNA640_116 Vents, Heating, and A/C The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the center MAX A/C Button heating and cooling system are at and corner vents in the dashboard. If equipped the base of the windshield. Keep this The system automatically area clear of leaves and other debris.
Page 118: Using The A/C
09/07/02 16:45:48 31SNA640_117 Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Heater to maximum cool. Dehumidify the Interior The heater uses engine coolant to Select Air conditioning, as it cools, removes warm the air. If the engine is cold, it If the outside air is humid, select moisture from the air.
Page 119 09/07/02 16:46:02 31SNA640_118 Vents, Heating, and A/C To Defog and Defrost When you switch to , from To clear the windows faster, you can To remove fog from the inside of the , the A/C stays on. close the dashboard corner vents by windows: This helps prevent the windows from rotating the wheel next to each vent.
Page 120: Audio System
09/07/02 16:46:11 31SNA640_119 Audio System An audio system is standard on all models except the U.S. DX. Read the EX-L, Si, U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models Canadian DX, DX-G, and Sport models with navigation system appropriate pages (as shown below) without navigation system to use your vehicle’s audio system.
Page 121: Audio System (Models Without Navigation System)
09/07/02 16:46:24 31SNA640_120 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Si model only Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. You can also customize this welcome message to your liking with the audio controls.
Page 122: Playing The Radio
09/07/02 16:46:31 31SNA640_121 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Turn the system on by ST INDICATOR pushing the PWR/VOL knob or the AM/FM button. Adjust the volume AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON by turning the same knob.
Page 123 09/07/02 16:46:44 31SNA640_122 Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Select a Station SCAN The scan function samples Preset Each side of the buttons You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the (1 through 6) can store one find radio stations on the selected selected band.
Page 124 09/07/02 16:46:54 31SNA640_123 Audio System (Models without navigation system) If you are You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after AUTO SELECT Adjusting the Sound traveling and can no longer receive pressing a preset button if auto Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob your preset stations, you can use the select cannot find a strong station for repeatedly to display the bass (BAS),...
Page 125 09/07/02 16:47:01 31SNA640_124 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Use the TREBLE/ Treble/Bass Speed-sensitive volume Audio System Lighting BASS modes to adjust the tone to The SVC You can use the instrument panel compensation (SVC) your liking. mode controls the volume based on brightness control buttons to adjust vehicle speed.
Page 126: Playing The Xm Radio (Optional)
09/07/02 16:47:08 31SNA640_125 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the XM Radio Optional on U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si PWR/VOL KNOB DISPLAY BUTTON models Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Radio anywhere in SCAN BUTTON AUX BUTTON the United States, except Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
Page 127 09/07/02 16:47:19 31SNA640_126 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Operating the XM Radio MODE To switch between You may experience periods when To listen to XM Radio, turn the channel mode and category mode, XM Radio does not transmit the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY press and hold the DISP button until artist’s name and song title...
Page 128 09/07/02 16:47:32 31SNA640_127 Audio System (Models without navigation system) The scan function gives Use the tune, seek, or scan SCAN XM Radio Display Messages you a sampling of all channels while function to tune to a desired XM is loading the ‘‘LOADING’’...
Page 129 09/07/02 16:47:40 31SNA640_128 Audio System (Models without navigation system) ‘‘ - - - - ’’ The selected channel number does not exist, or is not part Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in mountains or large obstacles to these areas. of your subscription, or this channel the south.
Page 130 09/07/02 16:47:55 31SNA640_129 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you Your I.D. will appear in the display. As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly Interference can be caused by any of After you’ve registered with XM approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...
Page 131: Playing A Disc
09/07/02 16:48:04 31SNA640_130 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a Disc To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY LOAD INDICATOR CD BUTTON (I) or ON (II) position. EJECT REPEAT RANDOM DISPLAY You operate the disc player with the...
Page 132 09/07/02 16:48:22 31SNA640_131 Audio System (Models without navigation system) This audio system can also play The specifications for compatible To Load a Disc CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 files are: Insert a disc about halfway into the MP3 or WMA formats. When Sampling frequency: disc slot.
Page 133 09/07/02 16:48:37 31SNA640_132 Audio System (Models without navigation system) You can see the album, artist, and If any letter is not available, it is To Change or Select Tracks/Files track name in the display. If a disc is replaced with ‘‘ . ’’ (dot) in the display. Use the SEEK/SKIP button while a recorded in MP3 or WMA, you can When the disc has no text data, you...
Page 134 09/07/02 16:48:47 31SNA640_133 Audio System (Models without navigation system) repeat, press the RPT button twice. to normal play. In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION You will hear a beep and see F-RPT select a different folder, turn the in the display. The system In MP3 or WMA mode TUNE knob to move to the continuously replays the current...
Page 135 09/07/02 16:49:00 31SNA640_134 Audio System (Models without navigation system) SCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN) To Stop Playing a Disc In MP3 or WMA mode The scan function samples all tracks F-SCAN (FOLDER SCAN) This Press the eject button ( ) to (files in MP3 or WMA) on the disc in feature, when activated, samples the remove the disc.
Page 136 09/07/02 16:49:09 31SNA640_135 Audio System (Models without navigation system) If you turn the system off while a If you select an empty slot in the Operating the Optional Disc disc is playing, either with the PWR/ magazine, the changer will search Changer VOL knob or by turning off the An optional six or eight disc changer...
Page 137: Disc Player Error Messages
09/07/02 16:49:18 31SNA640_136 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Disc 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. HEAT ERROR High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal.
Page 138 09/07/02 16:49:29 31SNA640_137 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Optional Disc Changer Error Error Message Cause Solution Messages The chart on the right explains the error messages you may see in the Press the magazine eject button, and pull the display while playing a disc.
Page 139: Playing An Ipod
09/07/02 16:49:35 31SNA640_138 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing an iPod On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models iPod INDICATOR AUX BUTTON CD BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S. Si model is shown.
Page 140 09/07/02 16:49:42 31SNA640_139 Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Play an iPod The audio system reads and plays iPods compatible with your audio This audio system can select and playable sound files on the iPod. The system using the USB adapter cable play the audio files on the iPod with system cannot operate an iPod as a are:...
Page 141 09/07/02 16:49:52 31SNA640_140 Audio System (Models without navigation system) We recommend backing up your NOTE: Connecting an iPod Do not connect your iPod using a data before playing it. USB ADAPTER USB CONNECTOR hub. CABLE Some devices cannot be powered Do not keep the iPod in the or charged via the USB adapter.
Page 142 09/07/02 16:50:02 31SNA640_141 Audio System (Models without navigation system) If the iPod indicator does not appear Text Data Display Function in the audio display, check the Each time you press the DISP button, connections, and try to reconnect the the display mode switches between DOCK CONNECTOR iPod a few times.
Page 143 09/07/02 16:50:13 31SNA640_142 Audio System (Models without navigation system) After making a selection, wait for a To Change or Select Files To Select a File from iPod Menu Use the SKIP bar while an iPod is few seconds until the display returns playing to select passages and to the previous screen.
Page 144 09/07/02 16:50:21 31SNA640_143 Audio System (Models without navigation system) SHUFFLE ALL This feature To Select Repeat or Shuffle Mode: NOTE: You can select any type of repeat and plays all available files in a selected Available operating functions vary on shuffle modes by using the RPT and list (playlists, artists, albums or models or versions.
Page 145 09/07/02 16:50:30 31SNA640_144 Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Stop Playing Your iPod iPod Error Messages Disconnecting an iPod To play the radio, press the AM/FM You can disconnect the iPod at any If you see an error message in the button.
Page 146: Ipod Error Messages
09/07/02 16:50:36 31SNA640_145 Audio System (Models without navigation system) iPod Error Messages Error Message Cause Solution If you see an error message on the audio display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the USB ERROR USB ROM Error There is a problem with the USB adapter unit.
Page 147: Playing A Usb Flash Memory
09/07/02 16:50:43 31SNA640_146 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a USB Flash Memory Device On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models USB INDICATOR AUX BUTTON CD BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S.
Page 148: Device
09/07/02 16:50:58 31SNA640_147 Audio System (Models without navigation system) The recommended USB flash To Play a USB Flash Memory memory devices are 256 MB or Device This audio system can select and higher, and formatted with the FAT We recommend backing up your play the audio files on a USB flash file system.
Page 149 09/07/02 16:51:20 31SNA640_148 Audio System (Models without navigation system) The order of files in USB playback The specifications for compatible Some versions of MP3, WMA, or may be different from the order of WMA files are: AAC format may not be supported. If files displayed in PC or other Sampling frequency: an unsupported file is found, the...
Page 150 09/07/02 16:51:30 31SNA640_149 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Connecting a USB Flash Memory Text Data Display Function Each time you press the DISP button, Device the display mode shows you in USB ADAPTER USB CONNECTOR sequence, the folder name, the file CABLE name, the artist tag, the album tag, the track tag and name off (which...
Page 151 09/07/02 16:51:42 31SNA640_150 Audio System (Models without navigation system) FOLDER SELECTION REPEAT This feature To Change or Select Files Use the SKIP bar while a USB flash select a different folder, turn the continuously plays a file. To activate memory device is playing to select TUNE knob to move to the the repeat feature, press the RPT passages and change files.
Page 152 09/07/02 16:51:47 31SNA640_151 Audio System (Models without navigation system) RANDOM This feature plays the FOLDER-RANDOM This SCAN This feature samples all files within a USB flash memory feature, when activated, plays all files in the selected folder in the device in random order. To active files in the selected folder in random order they are stored.
Page 153 09/07/02 16:51:59 31SNA640_152 Audio System (Models without navigation system) FOLDER SCAN This feature To Stop Playing a USB Flash USB Flash Memory Device Error samples the first file in each folder in Memory Device Messages the order they are stored. To To play the radio, press the AM/FM If you see an error message in the activate the folder scan feature,...
Page 154: Usb Flash Memory Device
09/07/02 16:52:06 31SNA640_153 Audio System (Models without navigation system) USB Flash Memory Device Error Error Message Cause Solution Messages If you see an error message on the audio display while playing a USB USB ERROR USB ROM Error There is a problem with the USB adapter unit. flash memory device, find the BAD USB Appears when the overcurrent protection...
Page 155: Audio System (Models With Navigation System)
09/07/02 16:52:13 31SNA640_154 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Voice Control System Playing the AM/FM Radio The audio system can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation system manual for complete details. FM2 ICON FM1 ICON AM ICON AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT...
Page 156 09/07/02 16:52:25 31SNA640_155 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The band and frequency that the To Play the AM/FM Radio To Select a Station The ignition switch must be in the radio was last tuned to are displayed. You can use any of five methods to ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 157 09/07/02 16:52:35 31SNA640_156 Audio System (Models with navigation system) SEEK The seek function If you do nothing, the system will Each preset button’s frequency is searches up and down from the then scan for the next strong station shown on the bottom of the audio current frequency to find a station and play it for 10 seconds.
Page 158 09/07/02 16:52:43 31SNA640_157 Audio System (Models with navigation system) AUTO SELECT If you are You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after traveling far from home and can no pressing a preset button if auto longer receive your preset stations, select cannot find a strong station for you can use the auto select feature to every preset button.
Page 159: Playing The Xm Radio
09/07/02 16:52:50 31SNA640_158 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing the XM Radio XM RADIO ICON MODE ICON JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB CHANNEL INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET CHANNEL NUMBER TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS U.S. Si model is shown. CONTINUED...
Page 160 09/07/03 09:24:40 31SNA640_159 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Your audio system is capable of Operating the XM Radio screen. receiving XM Radio anywhere in To listen to XM Radio, turn the the United States, except Hawaii, ignition switch to the ACCESSORY MODE To switch between Alaska, and Puerto Rico.
Page 161 09/07/02 16:53:10 31SNA640_160 Audio System (Models with navigation system) TUNE Press the TUNE bar to Preset You can store up to 12 change channel selections. Press preset channels using each preset for higher numbered channels button or preset icons on the screen. for lower numbered Each preset button or icon stores channels.
Page 162 09/07/02 16:53:20 31SNA640_161 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the To Select a Channel from List first six channels. Press the XM RADIO button again or touch the other XM icon (XM1 or XM2) on the audio display. Store the next six channels using steps 2 and 3.
Page 163 09/07/02 16:53:30 31SNA640_162 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To select a desired icon with the XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ The signal is joystick, move it in the appropriate XM is loading the currently too weak. Move the vehicle ‘‘LOADING’’...
Page 164 09/07/02 16:53:38 31SNA640_163 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal weaker in Signal may be blocked by of the vehicle may cause satellite these areas. mountains or large obstacles to reception interruptions.
Page 165 09/07/02 16:53:49 31SNA640_164 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Driving in tunnels. Receiving XM Radio Service After you’ve registered with XM If your XM Radio service has expired Radio, keep your audio system in the Driving on a road beside a vertical or you purchased your vehicle from XM radio mode while you wait for wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south...
Page 166 09/07/02 16:54:05 31SNA640_165 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Adjusts the side-to- Adjusting the Sound BALANCE side strength of the sound. SPEAKER SETTING To adjust the left/right balance, touch the L or R icon. Adjusts the SUBWOOFER strength of sound from the subwoofer speaker.
Page 167 09/07/02 16:54:12 31SNA640_166 Audio System (Models with navigation system) This function is set to MID as the Screen Mode Audio System Lighting default setting when the vehicle You can select the background You can use the instrument panel leaves the factory. If you feel the screen to display the sound level.
Page 168: Playing A Disc
09/07/02 16:54:18 31SNA640_167 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing a Disc CD ICON POWER/VOLUME JOYSTICK KNOB OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON U.S.
Page 169 09/07/02 16:54:34 31SNA640_168 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Play a Disc Video CDs and DVDs do not work in The specifications for compatible You operate the disc player with the this unit. WMA files are: same controls used for the radio. To Sampling frequency: load or play discs, the ignition switch The specifications for compatible...
Page 170 09/07/02 16:54:44 31SNA640_169 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Load a Disc DISC SLOT OPEN BUTTON CLOSE BUTTON The disc player is behind the Insert a disc about halfway into the To return the screen to the upright navigation screen. To use the disc disc slot.
Page 171 09/07/02 16:54:55 31SNA640_170 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Push the AUDIO button beside the You can also select an icon with the To Change or Select Tracks/Files screen to show the audio display and joystick. Move it to left, right, up, or PRESET BUTTON’S FUNCTION operate the disc player.
Page 172 09/07/02 16:55:04 31SNA640_171 Audio System (Models with navigation system) In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION FOLDER REPEAT This feature, FOLDER RANDOM This select a different folder, press either when activated, replays all files in feature, when activated, plays all side of the TUNE bar to move to the the selected folder in the order they...
Page 173 09/07/02 16:55:13 31SNA640_172 Audio System (Models with navigation system) SCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN) In MP3 or WMA mode Using a Track List The scan function samples all tracks FOLDER SCAN This feature, (files in MP3 or WMA) in the order when activated, samples all the first FOLDER ICON TRACK/FILE ICON they were recorded.
Page 174 09/07/02 16:55:24 31SNA640_173 Audio System (Models with navigation system) When playing a CD recorded with To Stop Playing a Disc Removing a Disc text data, each track name is shown To play the radio when a disc is To remove a disc from the audio unit, on the audio display.
Page 175 09/07/02 16:55:32 31SNA640_174 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Operating the Optional Disc Protecting Discs For information on how to handle Changer An optional six or eight disc changer and protect discs, see page is available for your vehicle. This disc changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash disc player or the radio.
Page 176: Disc Player Error Messages
09/07/02 16:55:44 31SNA640_175 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Disc 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 disc. Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc If you see an error message in the FOCUS Error...
Page 177: Playing A Pc Card
09/07/02 16:55:51 31SNA640_176 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing a PC Card TRACK LIST ICON PC CARD ICON POWER/VOLUME JOYSTICK KNOB PLAY MODE ICON OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP...
Page 178 09/07/02 16:56:08 31SNA640_177 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Always use the recommended Never insert foreign objects into To Play a PC Card You operate the PC card player with memory card with the appropriate the PC card slot. the same controls used for the radio adapter (if an adapter is needed).
Page 179 09/07/02 16:56:22 31SNA640_178 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The specifications for compatible Insert a PC card straight into the slot. Loading a PC Card WMA files are: The drive will read the PC card and Sampling frequency: PC CARD SLOT begin to play it.
Page 180 09/07/02 16:56:35 31SNA640_179 Audio System (Models with navigation system) There are three play modes: Folder, To Select a Play Mode Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAY MODE icon, then choose one of the PLAY MODE ICON modes by touching its icon. When a FOLDER MODE mode is selected, it is highlighted in blue.
Page 181 09/07/02 16:56:44 31SNA640_180 Audio System (Models with navigation system) PLAY MODE ICON To select a play mode, push the Select the desired mode by touching After you select the play mode, the AUDIO button to show the audio the appropriate icon, or move the display changes to the selectable display, then touch the PLAY MODE joystick, then press ENT.
Page 182 09/07/02 16:56:52 31SNA640_181 Audio System (Models with navigation system) If you select ‘‘Play a New Track List,’’ Icons on the screen can also be To Change or Select Tracks/Files the system goes into the selected selected with the joystick. Move the PRESET BUTTON’S FUNCTION play mode immediately and begins to joystick left or right and up or down...
Page 183 09/07/02 16:57:01 31SNA640_182 Audio System (Models with navigation system) SKIP Each time you press and TRACK REPEAT (FILE TRACK RANDOM (Random release (preset 6), the player REPEAT) To continuously replay within a folder) This feature skips forward to the beginning of the a file, press and release the RPT plays the files within a folder in next file.
Page 184 09/07/02 16:57:07 31SNA640_183 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The system then selects and plays Pressing either of the SKIP buttons FOLDER/ARTIST/ALBUM files randomly. This continues until This feature, when (preset 5 or 6), selecting a different SCAN you deactivate each random play by activated, samples the first file in folder/artist/album with the TUNE pressing the RDM button again, or...
Page 185 09/07/02 16:57:20 31SNA640_184 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Using a Track List FOLDER ICON ARTIST NAME TRACK LIST ICON RETURN ICON You can also select a file directly To scroll through the display, touch In artist mode, the artist name is also from a track list on the audio display.
Page 186 09/07/02 16:57:30 31SNA640_185 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Song Search Function SONG SEARCH ICON ALBUM NAME TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON RETURN ICON ALBUM ICON ARTIST ICON Folder mode is shown. In album mode, the album name is When you select ‘‘Song Search’’ from You can then select any of three also displayed on the right side of the track list display, the song search...
Page 187 09/07/02 16:57:41 31SNA640_186 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To cancel the selected letter, select Searching for a Song Title by Keyword Searching for a Song by Artist Name the letter and touch the Delete icon. To select more characters, touch the MORE ICON ARTIST LIST More icon.
Page 188 09/07/02 16:57:56 31SNA640_187 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Searching for a Song by Album Name To Stop Playing a PC Card Removing a PC Card To play the radio when a PC card is To remove a PC card from the audio playing, press the AM/FM button or unit, fold back the screen by ALBUM LIST...
Page 189: Pc Card Error Messages
09/07/02 16:58:02 31SNA640_188 Audio System (Models with navigation system) PC Card Error Messages Error Message Solution If you see an error message in the display while playing a PC card, find the solution in the chart to the right. FILE ERROR The system cannot read the file(s).
Page 190: Playing An Ipod
09/07/02 16:58:08 31SNA640_189 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing an iPod iPod INDICATOR USB ICON POWER/VOLUME JOYSTICK KNOB CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON SKIP BUTTON U.S. Si model is shown.
Page 191 09/07/02 16:58:24 31SNA640_190 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Play an iPod Use only compatible iPods with the Voice Control System This audio system can select and You can select the AUX mode by latest software. iPods that are not play the audio files on the iPod with using the navigation system voice compatible will not work in this audio...
Page 192 09/07/02 16:58:36 31SNA640_191 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The current file number and total of Connecting an iPod the selected playable files are USB CONNECTOR displayed on the screen. It also DOCK CONNECTOR shows the artist, album and track (file) names on the screen.
Page 193 09/07/02 16:58:45 31SNA640_192 Audio System (Models with navigation system) If you select ‘‘ALL’’ on either the To Select a File from iPod Menu artists or albums list, all available files on the selected list are played. Press the AUDIO button to go back to the normal audio playing display.
Page 194 09/07/02 16:58:56 31SNA640_193 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Using a Track List To Select Repeat or Random Mode: You can select any type of repeat and random mode by using the RPT button or RDM button. This feature REPEAT continuously plays a file.
Page 195 09/07/02 16:59:10 31SNA640_194 Audio System (Models with navigation system) This feature adapter cable. ALBUM RANDOM To Stop Playing Your iPod plays all available albums from the To play the radio, press the AM/FM selected items in the iPod menu list button or touch the FM1, FM2, AM, The displayed message may (playlists, artists, albums or songs)
Page 196: Ipod Error Messages
09/07/02 16:59:16 31SNA640_195 Audio System (Models with navigation system) iPod Error Messages Error Message Solution If you see an error message on the screen while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. UNSUPPORTED Appears when an unsupported iPod is inserted. If you cannot clear the error NO SONG There is no music information.
Page 197: Playing A Usb Flash Memory Device
09/07/02 16:59:23 31SNA640_196 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing a USB Flash Memory Device WMA/MP3 INDICATOR USB ICON POWER/VOLUME JOYSTICK KNOB CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE FOLDER BAR REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON SKIP BUTTON U.S.
Page 198 09/07/02 16:59:35 31SNA640_197 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Only AAC format files recorded Do not keep a USB flash memory To Play a USB Flash Memory with iTunes are playable on this device in the vehicle. Direct Device This audio system can select and audio unit.
Page 199 09/07/02 16:59:57 31SNA640_198 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Depending on the type of The specifications for compatible Voice Control System encoding and writing software You can select the AUX mode by WMA files are: used, there may be cases where using the navigation system voice Sampling frequency: character information does not...
Page 200 09/07/02 17:00:06 31SNA640_199 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Some versions of MP3, WMA, or Connecting a USB Flash Memory AAC format may not be supported. If Device an unsupported file is found, the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED, USB CONNECTOR then skips to the next file.
Page 201 09/07/02 17:00:18 31SNA640_200 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Change or Select Files Using a Track List Use the SKIP button while a USB FOLDER ICON flash memory device is playing to change files. Each time you press and SKIP release (preset 6), the player...
Page 202 09/07/02 17:00:27 31SNA640_201 Audio System (Models with navigation system) TRACK RANDOM This feature TRACK SCAN This feature To Select Repeat, Random or Scan plays all the files in random order. samples all files in the selected Mode: You can select any type of repeat, To activate the track random feature, folder in the order they are stored.
Page 203 09/07/02 17:00:37 31SNA640_202 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Stop Playing a USB Flash USB Flash Memory Device Error Disconnecting a USB Flash Memory Memory Device Messages Device To play the radio, press the AM/FM You can disconnect the USB flash If you see an error message in the button or touch the FM1, FM2, AM, memory device at any time even if...
Page 204: Usb Flash Memory Device Error Messages
09/07/02 17:00:42 31SNA640_203 Audio System (Models with navigation system) USB Flash Memory Device Error Error Message Solution Messages If you see an error message on the screen while playing a USB flash The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the USB flash memory device, find the solution in UNPLAYABLE FILE memory device.
Page 205: Am/Fm Radio Reception
09/07/02 17:00:52 31SNA640_204 AM/FM Radio Reception 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 frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 206 09/07/02 17:00:59 31SNA640_205 AM/FM Radio Reception Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. 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.
Page 207: Protecting Your Discs
09/07/02 17:01:12 31SNA640_206 Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played, use only high quality discs labeled store it in its case to protect it from for audio use. dust and other contamination.
Page 208 09/07/02 17:01:26 31SNA640_207 Protecting Your Discs Additional Information on Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and excessively thick discs Recommended Discs The disc player/changer has a sophisticated and delicate mechanism. If you insert a damaged disc as indicated below, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit.
Page 209 09/07/02 17:01:39 31SNA640_208 Protecting Your Discs Small, irregular shaped discs Discs with scratches, dirty discs Recommended discs are printed with the following logo. 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape Audio unit may not play the Fingerprints, scratches, etc. following formats. CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions.
Page 210: Remote Audio Controls
09/07/02 17:01:50 31SNA640_209 Remote Audio Controls The MODE button changes the To activate the seek function, press CH BUTTON MODE BUTTON mode. and hold the top ( ) or bottom ( ) of the CH button until you hear a beep.
Page 211: Auxiliary Input Jack
09/07/02 17:01:59 31SNA640_210 Remote Audio Controls, Auxiliary Input Jack If you are playing a PC card, press Auxiliary Input Jack When a compatible audio unit is the top ( ) of the CH button to connected to the jack, press the AUX On models with audio system advance to the next file.
Page 212: Radio Theft Protection
09/07/02 17:02:06 31SNA640_211 Radio Theft Protection If your vehicle’s battery is On models with audio system Your vehicle’s audio system will disconnected or goes dead, or the disable itself if it is disconnected radio fuse is removed, the audio from electrical power for any reason. system will disable itself.
Page 213: Setting The Clock
09/07/02 17:02:16 31SNA640_212 Setting the Clock On models without navigation system CLOCK BUTTON To set the time, press the CLOCK (AM/FM) button until the displayed time begins to blink, then release the button. Change the hours by pressing the H (preset 1) button until the numbers advance to the desired time.
Page 214: Security System
09/07/02 17:02:27 31SNA640_213 Security System With the system set, you can still If equipped The security system helps to protect Except Si open the trunk with the master key your vehicle and valuables from theft. or the remote transmitter without The horn sounds and a combination triggering the alarm.
Page 215: Cruise Control
09/07/02 17:02:37 31SNA640_214 Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control Press and release the SET/ If equipped Cruise control allows you to maintain DECEL button on the steering a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL BUTTON without keeping your foot on the indicator on the instrument panel...
Page 216: Changing The Set Speed
09/07/02 17:02:50 31SNA640_215 Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 217 09/07/02 17:02:59 31SNA640_216 Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE BUTTON system will remember the previously set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), and then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
Page 218: Handsfreelink
In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call HFL Talk button Press and dashboard and side vents and all (888) 9-HONDA-9. release to give a command or answer windows may interfere with the a call. microphone. Adjust or close them as necessary.
Page 219 09/07/02 17:03:21 31SNA640_218 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Press and release the HFL Talk Many commands can be spoken Help Features button each time you want to together. For example, you can To hear general HFL information, make a command. After the beep, say ‘‘Call 123-456-7890’’...
Page 220 09/07/02 17:03:32 31SNA640_219 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Information Display BLUETOOTH INDICATOR HFL MESSAGE A notification that there is an On the map screen, you will see a ‘‘ ’’ indicator will be displayed on incoming call, or HFL is in use, will ‘‘HFL’’...
Page 221 09/07/02 17:03:39 31SNA640_220 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink How to Use HFL The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. ‘‘Pair’’ Pair a phone to the system (See page 218) ‘‘Edit’’ Edit the name of a paired phone (See page 219) Delete a paired phone from the system (See page 219) ‘‘Delete’’...
Page 222 09/07/02 17:03:46 31SNA640_221 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ‘‘Redial’’ Redial the last number called (See page 222) ‘‘Transfer’’ Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL (See page 224) ‘‘Mute’’ Mute your voice to the person at the other end of the call (See page 225) ‘‘Send’’...
Page 223 09/07/02 17:03:53 31SNA640_222 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Apply a security passcode to the system that must be input at each key ‘‘Security’’ cycle to access the system (See page 232) ‘‘Change Passcode’’ Change your security passcode (See page 233) ‘‘System Set how you would like to be notified of an incoming call ‘‘Call Notification’’...
Page 224 09/07/02 17:04:06 31SNA640_223 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To use HFL, you need to pair your Phone Setup To pair a cell phone: Bluetooth-compatible cell phone to This command group is available for Press and release the HFL Talk the system. paired cell phones. button.
Page 225 09/07/02 17:04:21 31SNA640_224 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To rename a paired phone: To delete a paired phone: To hear the names of all paired Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk phones: button before a command. button before a command. Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Page 226 09/07/02 17:04:35 31SNA640_225 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To hear which paired phone is To change from the currently linked To change the pairing code setting: Press and release the HFL Talk currently linked: phone to another paired phone: Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command.
Page 227 09/07/02 17:04:49 31SNA640_226 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Making a Call To make a call using a phone To make a call using a name in the You can make calls using any phone number: HFL phonebook: number or a name in the HFL Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk phonebook.
Page 228 09/07/02 17:05:00 31SNA640_227 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To redial the last number called by To make a call from an imported HFL: phonebook: Press and release the HFL Talk button and say ‘‘ Redial .’’ Press the INFO button, then select Select a phonebook you want to ‘‘...
Page 229 09/07/02 17:05:10 31SNA640_228 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink List ICON To search for a specific name in the Select the name. All the phone Selecting ‘‘ Store in phonebook, enter the keyword for numbers stored for that name will HandsFreeLink ,’’ the phone either the first or last name.
Page 230 09/07/02 17:05:18 31SNA640_229 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Receiving a Call Transferring a Call Call Waiting When you receive a call, an incoming If your phone has Call Waiting, press You can transfer a call from HFL to call notification (if activated) will and release the HFL Talk button to your phone, or from your phone to play and interrupt the audio system...
Page 231 09/07/02 17:05:31 31SNA640_230 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Muting a Call Send Numbers or Names During Phonebook You can mute your voice to the a Call You can store up to 50 names with person you are talking to during a HFL allows you to send numbers or their associated numbers in HFL.
Page 232 09/07/02 17:05:48 31SNA640_231 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To store a phonebook entry: NOTE: To edit the number stored in a name: Press and release the HFL Talk Avoid using duplicate name Press and release the HFL Talk button before a command. entries. button before a command.
Page 233 09/07/02 17:06:05 31SNA640_232 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To delete a name: To list all names in the phonebook: To store a specific phone number Press and release the HFL Talk Press and release the HFL Talk from your cell phone directly to the button before a command.
Page 234 For a list of cell phones that are compatible with this feature: In the U.S., visit handsfreelink.honda. or call (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. IMPORTED DATE Select ‘‘ Import Cellular Select ‘‘ Search Imported Phonebook ,’’ and HFL will begin Phonebook ,’’...
Page 235 09/07/02 17:06:35 31SNA640_234 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Select a person from the list. Up to three category icons are displayed in the left side of the list: Preference Home Mobile Voice List ICON Work Other If the phonebook is PIN-protected, To search for a specific name in the you will need to enter the 4-digit PIN.
Page 236 09/07/02 17:06:46 31SNA640_235 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink After making a selection, the PIN Number Delete Imported Phonebook: You can delete any imported following screen will appear. You can add, change, or remove a phonebook. PIN number from any phonebook. Select ‘‘ Delete Imported ,’’...
Page 237 09/07/02 17:06:56 31SNA640_236 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To change the PIN to a new number: To remove a PIN: Select ‘‘ PIN number ,’’ then select ‘‘ Do not use PIN ’’ after you enter the current PIN. Select the phonebook you want. The The display will change as shown display will change as shown above.
Page 238 09/07/02 17:07:04 31SNA640_237 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink System Setup Once a passcode is set, you To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the NOTE: This command group allows you to will need to enter it to use HFL each HFL system for security purposes: change or customize HFL basic Press and release the HFL Talk time you start the vehicle.
Page 239 09/07/02 17:07:22 31SNA640_238 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To change your security passcode: To select either a ring tone or a To activate or deactivate the auto Press and release the HFL Talk prompt as the incoming call transfer function: button before a command. If you get into the vehicle while you notification : Press and release the HFL Talk...
Page 240 09/07/02 17:07:37 31SNA640_239 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Quick Language Selection Change Language To clear the system: This operation clears the passcodes, Canadian models only Canadian models only paired phones, all names in the HFL To quickly change the language: To change the system language phonebook, and all imported Press and release the HFL Talk between English and French:...
Page 241 FCC rules. Operation is subject to the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of following two conditions: (1) This device such marks by Honda Motor Co., may not cause harmful interference, and Ltd. is under license. Other (2) this device must accept any...
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Page 243: Before Driving
09/07/02 17:07:51 31SNA640_242 Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......238 vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....238 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..239 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 244: Break-In Period
09/07/02 17:08:06 31SNA640_243 Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation In addition, in order to maintain good Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Help assure your vehicle’s future performance, fuel economy, and All models except Si reliability and performance by paying Your vehicle is designed to operate emissions control, we strongly extra attention to how you drive on unleaded gasoline with a pump...
Page 245: Service Station Procedures
Stop the engine, and keep not contain MMT, visit Owner heat, sparks, and flame away. Link at owners.honda.com . In Handle fuel only outdoors. Canada, visit www.honda.ca Wipe up spills immediately.
Page 246: Opening And Closing The Hood
09/07/02 17:08:27 31SNA640_245 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 pressure inside the tank equalizes. do not properly tighten the cap, HOOD RELEASE HANDLE The fuel fill cap is attached to the...
Page 247: Oil Check
09/07/02 17:08:41 31SNA640_246 Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK SUPPORT ROD GRIP LATCH Except Si Put your fingers under the front Pull the support rod out of its clip Wait a few minutes after turning the edge of the hood near the center. by holding the grip, and insert the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 248 09/07/02 17:08:49 31SNA640_247 Service Station Procedures DIPSTICK Except Si UPPER MARK LOWER MARK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Remove the dipstick again, and If it is near or below the lower mark, check the level. It should be Adding Engine Oil on page between the upper and lower marks.
Page 249: Engine Coolant Check
09/07/02 17:08:57 31SNA640_248 Service Station Procedure Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Except Si Look at the coolant level in the Refer to Owner’s Maintenance radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is Checks on page for information between the MAX and MIN lines. If about checking other items on your it is below the MIN line, see Adding...
Page 250: Fuel Economy
09/07/02 17:09:08 31SNA640_249 Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. City MPG Highway MPG Fuel economy is not a fixed number. It varies based on driving conditions, driving habits and vehicle condition. Therefore, it is not possible for one set of estimates to predict fuel economy precisely for all drivers in all environments.
Page 251 09/07/02 17:09:25 31SNA640_250 Fuel Economy Fuel Economy Factors Use the recommended viscosity Drive Efficiently The following factors can lower your motor oil, displaying the API Drive moderately Rapid vehicle’s fuel economy: Certification Seal (see page acceleration, abrupt cornering, Aggressive driving (hard and hard braking increase fuel acceleration and braking) consumption.
Page 252 09/07/02 17:09:37 31SNA640_251 Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air Checking Your Fuel Economy conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible. Miles Gallons Miles per of fuel driven...
Page 253: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories or killed. Be sure electronic accessories do Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your Follow all instructions in this (see page ) or interfere with vehicle, or improve its performance.
Page 254 09/07/02 17:09:59 31SNA640_253 Accessories and Modifications Non-Honda wheels, because they Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, are a universal design, can cause or replacing components with excessive stress on suspension non-Honda components could components and will not be seriously affect your vehicle’s...
Page 255: Carrying Cargo
09/07/02 17:10:11 31SNA640_254 Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DOOR POCKETS Glove box Door and seat-back pockets TRUNK CENTER POCKET Console compartment Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down Center pocket If equipped However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and...
Page 256 09/07/02 17:10:21 31SNA640_255 Carrying Cargo Load Limits This figure includes the total weight Steps for Determining Correct Load The maximum load for your vehicle of all occupants, cargo, and Limit is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S. models accessories, and the tongue load if Locate the statement ‘‘The and 395 kg for Canadian models.
Page 257 09/07/02 17:10:37 31SNA640_256 Carrying Cargo The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For Example 1 example, if the ‘‘XXX’’ amount Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be (150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs) (550 lbs) five 150 lb.
Page 258 09/07/02 17:10:47 31SNA640_257 Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Distribute cargo evenly on the Compartment Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and someone during a crash.
Page 259: Driving
09/07/02 17:10:51 31SNA640_258 Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......254 starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......255 conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ......256 manual and automatic transmissions. Manual Transmission ....
Page 260: Driving Guidelines
09/07/02 17:10:58 31SNA640_259 Driving Guidelines Because of the low-profile tires Si model Your vehicle is designed to give you fitted to your vehicle, the alloy optimum handling and performance wheels are closer to the ground. on well-maintained roads. As part of Driving over a pothole or road this design, your vehicle has a debris at too high a speed can...
Page 261: Preparing To Drive
09/07/02 17:11:11 31SNA640_260 Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments every day before carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened you drive your vehicle. fastened down securely.
Page 262: Starting The Engine
09/07/02 17:11:21 31SNA640_261 Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position. Do not hold The engine is harder to start in cold electrical accessories to reduce the key in the START (III) weather.
Page 263: Manual Transmission
09/07/02 17:11:30 31SNA640_262 Manual Transmission cause your clutch to wear out faster. 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 264 09/07/02 17:11:40 31SNA640_263 Manual Transmission When slowing down, you can get time on a hot day, be careful before With 6-speed manual transmission extra braking from the engine by moving the shift lever. Because of shifting to a lower gear. This extra the heat, the shift lever may be Shift up Normal acceleration...
Page 265 09/07/02 17:11:54 31SNA640_264 Manual Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout If you are still unable to shift to If you exceed the maximum speed reverse, apply the parking brake, 6-speed manual transmission for the gear you are in, the engine The manual transmission has a and turn the ignition key to the speed will enter into the tachometer’s...
Page 266: Automatic Transmission
09/07/02 17:12:02 31SNA640_265 Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators If the malfunction indicator lamp Shifting comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator, there is a problem with the SHIFT LEVER automatic transmission control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible.
Page 267 09/07/02 17:12:12 31SNA640_266 Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position mechani- from reverse to neutral, come to a To shift from: Do this: cally locks the transmission. Use complete stop and then shift. Press P to R Press the brake pedal, and Park whenever you are turning off or the release button before shifting press the shift lever release...
Page 268 09/07/02 17:12:22 31SNA640_267 Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) This position is Second (2) To shift to second, Engine Speed Limiter similar to D, except only the first press the release button on the front If you exceed the maximum speed three gears are selected.
Page 269 09/07/02 17:12:35 31SNA640_268 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release RELEASE Do this if pushing on the brake pedal BUTTON and pressing the release button does not let you shift the transmission out of Park: Set the parking brake. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 270: Parking
09/07/02 17:12:47 31SNA640_269 Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly, or equipped) and the windows are curb.
Page 271: Braking System
09/07/02 17:12:55 31SNA640_270 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 If the brake pads need replacing, you wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic depending on the model.
Page 272: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
09/07/02 17:13:05 31SNA640_271 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake ABS Indicator helps prevent the wheels from pedal when the ABS activates, and locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise. This is If this indicator comes on, the anti- steering control by pumping the normal: it is the ABS rapidly...
Page 273 09/07/02 17:13:14 31SNA640_272 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) If the ABS indicator and the brake Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a 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 distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or...
Page 274: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa ), Aka Electronic Stability Control (Esc), System
09/07/02 17:13:25 31SNA640_273 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System VSA Activation Indicator If the indicator does not come on If equipped The vehicle stability assist (VSA) when the ignition switch is turned to system helps to stabilize the vehicle When VSA activates, you will see the the ON (II) position, there may be a during cornering if the vehicle turns...
Page 275 09/07/02 17:13:37 31SNA640_274 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System VSA is turned on every time you VSA OFF Switch VSA and Tire Sizes start the engine, even if you turned it Driving with varying tire or wheel off the last time you drove the sizes may cause the VSA to vehicle.
Page 276: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
09/07/02 17:13:48 31SNA640_275 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Low Tire Pressure Driving on a significantly under U.S. models only Your vehicle is equipped with a tire Indicator inflated tire causes the tire to pressure monitoring system (TPMS) When the low tire pressure indicator overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 277 09/07/02 17:13:59 31SNA640_276 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) For example, if you check and fill information label and in the owner’s When you restart the vehicle with your tires in a warm area, then drive manual (see page the compact spare tire, the TPMS in extremely cold weather, the tire indicator may also come on and stay pressure will be lower than...
Page 278 09/07/02 17:14:10 31SNA640_277 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The low tire pressure indicator or Changing a Tire with TPMS As required by the FCC: If you have a flat tire, the low tire the TPMS indicator will go off, after This device complies with Part 15 of the pressure indicator will come on.
Page 279: Towing A Trailer
09/07/02 17:14:18 31SNA640_278 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 280 09/07/02 17:14:31 31SNA640_279 Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60% of the load The best way to confirm that vehicle (GAWR): toward the front of the trailer and The maximum allowable weight of and trailer weights are within limits 40% toward the rear, then re-adjust...
Page 281 09/07/02 17:14:41 31SNA640_280 Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Hitches Trailer Brakes Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must There are two common types of Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. trailer brakes: surge and electric. equipment, depending on the size of Surge brakes are common for boat your trailer, how it will be used, how...
Page 282 09/07/02 17:14:49 31SNA640_281 Towing a Trailer Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and Canadian agency if any other items are comply with federal, state, provincial, provinces/territories require special recommended or required for your territorial, and local regulations.
Page 283 09/07/02 17:15:03 31SNA640_282 Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Backing Up When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated, and the trailer Always drive slowly and have driving away, be sure to check the tires and spare are inflated as someone guide you when backing up.
Page 284 09/07/02 17:15:15 31SNA640_283 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. height of a trailer will affect your than normal.
Page 285: Maintenance
09/07/02 17:15:23 31SNA640_284 Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 280 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 281 maintained and how to follow basic Fluid Locations ....... 288 maintenance safety precautions. Adding Engine Oil ......
Page 286: Maintenance Safety
09/07/02 17:15:36 31SNA640_285 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 instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can Important Safety Precautions cause a crash in which you can...
Page 287: Maintenance Minder
09/07/02 17:15:44 31SNA640_286 Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Display The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items on displayed on the information display SEL/RESET BUTTON the information display to show you according to this table: when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and Calculated Engine...
Page 288 09/07/02 17:15:51 31SNA640_287 Maintenance Minder The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicators remind you that your MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance. SERVICE MESSAGE MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL LIFE ITEM CODE (S) INDICATOR If the remaining engine oil life is 15 When the remaining engine oil life is to 6 percent, you will see the engine 5 to 1 percent, you will see a...
Page 289 09/07/02 17:16:02 31SNA640_288 Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see page You can switch the display to the odometer, the trip meter, and the outside temperature indicator (if equipped) by pushing the SEL/ RESET button on the dashboard...
Page 290 09/07/02 17:16:15 31SNA640_289 Maintenance Minder You can change the information Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life display from the engine oil life Items Display display to the odometer, the trip Your dealer will reset the display meter, or the outside temperature (if after completing the required MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM...
Page 291 Your authorized Honda dealer Press the SEL/RESET button for Press the SEL/RESET button for knows your vehicle best and can about 10 seconds.
Page 292 See page who does the work fill out your maintenance on the items marked Honda Service History or Canadian with will not void your emissions Maintenance Log. Check your warranties. However, all...
Page 293 09/07/02 17:16:47 31SNA640_292 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 294: Fluid Locations
09/07/02 17:16:53 31SNA640_293 Fluid Locations Except Si model ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) (Orange loop) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual POWER STEERING FLUID Transmission only) (Red cap) (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID AUTOMATIC (Blue cap) TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT...
Page 295 09/07/02 17:16:57 31SNA640_294 Fluid Locations Si model ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) (Orange handle) CLUTCH FLUID (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...
Page 296: Adding Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Except Si Unscrew and remove the engine oil...
Page 297 API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. You must follow the oil and filter change All models except Si: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred intervals shown on the information 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. display.
Page 298: Changing The Engine Oil And Filter
09/07/02 17:17:27 31SNA640_297 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter DRAIN BOLT WASHER DRAIN BOLT according to the maintenance WASHER messages shown on the information display. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
Page 299 09/07/02 17:17:41 31SNA640_298 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Refill the engine with the OIL FILTER recommended oil. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): Except Si 3.9 US qt (3.7 ) 4.6 US qt (4.4 ) Replace the engine oil fill cap. Except Si Start the engine.
Page 300: Engine Coolant
Except Si or dump it on the ground. If the coolant level in the reserve Always use Honda Long-life Anti- tank is at or below the MIN line, add freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Page 301 09/07/02 17:17:56 31SNA640_300 Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another RADIATOR CAP major-brand non-silicate coolant as a Removing the radiator cap temporary replacement. Make sure it while the engine is hot can is a high-quality coolant cause the coolant to spray out, recommended for aluminum engines.
Page 302 09/07/02 17:18:06 31SNA640_301 Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK Except Si Remove the radiator cap by The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. pushing down and turning the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX counterclockwise.
Page 303: Windshield Washers
09/07/02 17:18:15 31SNA640_302 Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the When you refill the reservoir, clean LEVEL GAUGE windshield washer reservoir at least the edges of the windshield wiper monthly during normal use. blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will help to condition the blade edges.
Page 304: Transmission Fluid
MARK damage components in the engine LOWER MARK compartment. Always use Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission Check the fluid level with the engine Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) fluid). at normal operating temperature. from the transmission, and wipe it with a clean cloth.
Page 305: Manual Transmission
Except Si Correct Level Honda new vehicle warranty. Check the fluid level with the If Honda MTF is not available, you Insert the dipstick all the way back transmission at normal operating may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 into the transmission securely as...
Page 306: Brake And Clutch Fluid
The fluid level should be between Using any non-Honda brake fluid can the MIN and MAX marks on the side cause corrosion and decrease the life of the reservoir. If the level is at or of the system.
Page 307: Power Steering Fluid
Fluid. You may use another power steering fluid as an emergency replacement, but have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check LOWER LEVEL...
Page 308: Lights
09/07/02 17:19:13 31SNA640_307 Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment from contact with your skin or hard...
Page 309 09/07/02 17:19:25 31SNA640_308 Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, Low Beam Headlight and turn it one-quarter turn BULB clockwise to lock it in place. HOLDING CLIP Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way.
Page 310 09/07/02 17:19:36 31SNA640_309 Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, Replacing the Front Side Marker/ and turn it one-quarter turn Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb clockwise to lock it in place. SOCKET HOLDING CLIP Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way.
Page 311 09/07/02 17:19:50 31SNA640_310 Lights Remove the bulb from the socket Replacing Rear Bulbs by pushing the bulb in and turning (In Fenders) it counterclockwise until it unlocks. FASTENER Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly.
Page 312 09/07/02 17:20:04 31SNA640_311 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Lid) BULB BULBS SOCKETS SOCKETS BULB FASTENERS Remove the socket by turning it Test the lights to make sure the Open the trunk. one-quarter turn counterclockwise. new bulb is working. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si Pull the bulb straight out of its Reinstall the trunk lining.
Page 313 09/07/02 17:20:17 31SNA640_312 Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake socket. Push the new bulb straight Light Bulb into the socket until it bottoms. BULB Insert the socket back into the light assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 314 09/07/02 17:20:26 31SNA640_313 Lights Replacing a Fog Light Bulb The fog lights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new. If you SCREW On Si model Your vehicle uses halogen light regularly carry heavy items in the bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle trunk, readjustment may be required.
Page 315: Cleaning The Seat Belts
09/07/02 17:20:38 31SNA640_314 Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts Turn on the fog lights to test the Cleaning the Seat Belts new bulb. LOOP Align the two tabs on the fog light CONNECTOR assembly with the holes in the bumper, then push the fog light assembly into place.
Page 316: Floor Mats
On models with A/C put it back in your vehicle. This filter removes the dust and pollen that is brought in from the If you use non-Honda floor mats, outside through the heating and make sure they fit properly and that cooling system.
Page 317: Wiper Blades
09/07/02 17:20:58 31SNA640_316 Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 318 09/07/02 17:21:07 31SNA640_317 Wiper Blades Examine the new wiper blades. If WIPER ARM BLADE they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade.
Page 319: Wheels
09/07/02 17:21:19 31SNA640_318 Wiper Blades, Wheels Slide the wiper blade assembly Wheels onto the wiper arm. Push down Clean the wheels as you would the the lock tab. Make sure the wiper rest of the exterior. Wash them with blade assembly locks in place. the same solution, and rinse them thoroughly.
Page 320: Tires
09/07/02 17:21:31 31SNA640_319 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines tire might be low, check it tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated immediately with a tire gauge. size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 321 09/07/02 17:21:51 31SNA640_320 Tires (Si) If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures tires are hot (driven for several The following charts show the Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure miles/kilometers), you will see recommended cold tire pressures for P215/45R17 87V Front/Rear: readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3...
Page 322 09/07/02 17:22:02 31SNA640_321 Tires High Speed Driving Tire Size·Cold Tire Pressure for Tire Inspection High Speed Driving Every time you check inflation, you Si model only We strongly recommend that you do should also examine the tires for Si model only not drive faster than the posted damage, foreign objects, and wear.
Page 323 09/07/02 17:22:11 31SNA640_322 Tires Tire Service Life The last four digits of the TIN (tire INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS The service life of your tires is identification number) are found on dependent on many factors, the sidewall of the tire and indicate including, but not limited to, driving the date of manufacture (See Tire...
Page 324 On vehicles with aluminum wheels, you purchase directional tires, rotate improper wheel weights can damage only front-to-back. your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only Honda wheel weights f or When the tires are rotated, make balancing. sure the air pressures are checked.
Page 325 09/07/02 17:22:35 31SNA640_324 Tires The mileage you can expect from Replacing Tires and Wheels The ABS and VSA system work by your vehicle tires is the same as Replace your tires with radial tires of comparing the speed of the wheels. comparable mid-and rear-engine the same size, load range, speed When replacing tires, use the same...
Page 326 09/07/02 17:22:46 31SNA640_325 Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications See page for information about Wheels: DOT Tire Quality Grading, and page (DX, Canadian DX-G) for tire size and labeling Installing improper tires on your information. vehicle can affect handling and 15 x 6J (EX-L, U.S.
Page 327 For more Because your vehicle has limited tire Traction devices that are the wrong information, consult your dealer. clearance, Honda strongly size or improperly installed can recommends using the chains listed damage your vehicle’s brake lines, below, made by Security Chain suspension, body, and wheels.
Page 328: Checking The Battery
09/07/02 17:23:10 31SNA640_327 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. Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains.
Page 329 09/07/02 17:23:20 31SNA640_328 Checking the Battery If additional battery maintenance is If you need to connect the battery to If your vehicle’s battery is needed, see your dealer or a a charger, disconnect both cables to disconnected, or goes dead, the qualified technician.
Page 330: Vehicle Storage
09/07/02 17:23:32 31SNA640_329 Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 331: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
09/07/02 17:23:36 31SNA640_330 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... . 326 common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... 327 experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start .....
Page 332: Compact Spare Tire
09/07/02 17:23:48 31SNA640_331 Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not use your compact spare INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get tire on another vehicle unless it is your regular tire repaired or replaced, the same make and model. and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Page 333: Changing A Flat Tire
09/07/02 17:24:00 31SNA640_332 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK TOOL CASE stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area to stop the jack, seriously injuring that is far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 334 09/07/02 17:24:09 31SNA640_333 Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINTS WHEEL NUT WRENCH Canadian DX-G model Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking Remove the center cap from the with the wheel nut wrench. point. Turn the end bracket wheel with the extension.
Page 335 09/07/02 17:24:20 31SNA640_334 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS EXTENSION WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER BRAKE HUB Use the extension and the wheel DX and U.S. LX models: Before mounting the spare tire, nut wrench as shown to raise the Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the...
Page 336 09/07/02 17:24:27 31SNA640_335 Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel nut wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten the wheel nuts fully.
Page 337 09/07/02 17:24:39 31SNA640_336 Changing a Flat Tire Store the jack and tools in the tool Store the wheel cover or center SPACER WING BOLT case. Place the tool case in the cap in the trunk. Make sure it does CONE center of the flat tire.
Page 338: If The Engine Won't Start
09/07/02 17:24:49 31SNA640_337 If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Turn the ignition switch to the ON Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending (II) position. Turn on the Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to headlights, and check their...
Page 339 09/07/02 17:25:00 31SNA640_338 If the Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or Do you have fuel? Check the fuel The Starter Operates Normally go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may engine, either the battery is speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.
Page 340: Jump Starting
09/07/02 17:25:10 31SNA640_339 Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: Except Si 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 341 09/07/02 17:25:21 31SNA640_340 Jump Starting Except Si BOOSTER BATTERY 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 battery.
Page 342 09/07/02 17:25:25 31SNA640_341 Jump Starting Once your vehicle is running, Keep the ends of the jumper cables disconnect the negative cable from away from each other and any metal your vehicle, then from the on the vehicle until everything is booster battery.
Page 343: If The Engine Overheats
09/07/02 17:25:33 31SNA640_342 If the Engine Overheats The reading of the vehicle’s Safely pull to the side of the road. temperature gauge should stay in Put the transmission in neutral the midrange. If it climbs to the red (M/T) or Park (A/T), and set the Driving with the temperature gauge mark, you should determine the parking brake.
Page 344 09/07/02 17:25:45 31SNA640_343 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 temperature control dial to reserve tank, you may need to add watch the temperature gauge.
Page 345: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
09/07/02 17:25:59 31SNA640_344 Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Charging System off the engine. Turn on the hazard Indicator Indicator This indicator should never come on warning lights. If the charging system indicator when the engine is running.
Page 346: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
09/07/02 17:26:09 31SNA640_345 Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle’s battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have your vehicle codes are erased.
Page 347: Brake System Indicator
09/07/02 17:26:17 31SNA640_346 Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada The brake system However, if the brake pedal does not If the ABS indicator comes on with indicator normally feel normal, you should take the brake system indicator, have comes on when immediate action.
Page 348: Fuses
09/07/02 17:26:26 31SNA640_347 Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD 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 349 09/07/02 17:26:35 31SNA640_348 Fuses FUSE BLOWN BLOWN FUSE PULLER Turn the ignition switch to the Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the LOCK (0) position. Make sure the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the headlights and all other looking through the top at the wire fuses in the interior fuse box by...
Page 350 09/07/02 17:26:43 31SNA640_349 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle SPARE FUSES BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).
Page 351 09/07/02 17:26:49 31SNA640_350 Fuses If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system may disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio, you Replacing a f use with one that has a will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the higher rating greatly increases the frequency display.
Page 352: Fuse Locations
09/07/02 17:26:57 31SNA640_351 Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 50 A Headlight Main 40 A Power Window Main Not Used 20 A Sub Fan Motor 20 A Main Fan Motor (M/T) 30 A Main Fan Motor (A/T) 30 A Rear Defogger 40 A Blower...
Page 353 09/07/02 17:27:10 31SNA640_352 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Left Headlight Low Beam 20 A Headlight High Beam Main 15 A Small Lights (Main) Not Used 20 A Headlight Low Beam Main Not Used Not Used (20 A) Moonroof 20 A...
Page 354: Emergency Towing
09/07/02 17:27:25 31SNA640_353 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 355 09/07/02 17:27:31 31SNA640_354 Emergency Towing Do not tie down the vehicle at an angle that would allow the towing cables to contact the vehicle’s front The steering system can be damaged if bumper. To avoid possible damage, the steering wheel is locked. Leave the protect the front bumper with tape.
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Page 357: Technical Information
09/07/02 17:27:39 31SNA640_356 Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....352 Emissions Controls ......363 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 354 The Clean Air Act ..... . 363 your vehicle and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 358: Identification Numbers
09/07/02 17:27:45 31SNA640_357 Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. The vehicle identification number COVER (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 359 09/07/02 17:27:51 31SNA640_358 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into Except Si the engine block. It is on the front. The transmission number is on a ENGINE NUMBER label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 360: Specifications
09/07/02 17:28:03 31SNA640_359 Specifications Dimensions Engine Length 177.3 in (4,504 mm) Type Water cooled 4-stroke Width 69.0 in (1,752 mm) SOHC i-VTEC , DOHC i-VTEC Height 56.5 in (1,435 mm) 4-cylinder gasoline engine Wheelbase 106.3 in (2,700 mm) Bore x Stroke 3.19 x 3.44 in (81.0 x 87.3 mm) Track Front...
Page 361 09/07/02 17:28:30 31SNA640_360 Specifications Capacities Air Conditioning Fuel tank Approx. 13.2 US gal (50 ) Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Engine Change 1.40 US gal (5.3 ) Charge quantity 14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) coolant 1.37 US gal (5.2 ) Lubricant oil type SP-10 1.19 US gal (4.5 )
Page 362 09/07/02 17:28:52 31SNA640_361 Specifications Battery Tires Capacity U.S. 12 V 36 AH/5 HR Size Front/Rear P195/65R15 89H Vehicles 12 V 45 AH/20 HR P195/65R15 89S 12 V 38 AH/5 HR P205/55R16 89H 12 V 47 AH/20 HR P215/45R17 87V Canada 12 V 38 AH/5 HR 215/45ZR17 91W...
Page 363: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
09/07/02 17:29:02 31SNA640_362 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction 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 364: Temperature
09/07/02 17:29:07 31SNA640_363 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature 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 365: Tire Labeling
09/07/02 17:29:25 31SNA640_364 Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Tire Size Tire Identification Number (TIN) have a number of markings. Those Whenever tires are replaced, they The tire identification number (TIN) you should be aware of are described should be replaced with tires of the is a group of numbers and letters below.
Page 366 09/07/02 17:29:32 31SNA640_365 Tire Labeling Glossary of Tire Terminology Maximum Load Rating Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum Cold Tire Pressure The tire air permissible inflation pressure for pressure when the vehicle has been that tire. parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Page 367: Tire Pressure Monitoring
09/07/02 17:29:41 31SNA640_366 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation As an added safety feature, your Driving on a significantly under- U.S. models only Each tire, including the spare (if vehicle has been equipped with a tire inflated tire causes the tire to provided), should be checked pressure monitoring system (TPMS) overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Page 368 09/07/02 17:29:47 31SNA640_367 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation Your vehicle has also been equipped Always check the TPMS malfunction with a TPMS malfunction indicator telltale after replacing one or more to indicate when the system is not tires or wheels on your vehicle to operating properly.
Page 369: System (Tpms)
It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
Page 370: Exhaust Emissions Controls
HC, CO, and NOx produced. Honda replacement parts or their engine’s combustion and minimize equivalent for repairs. Using lower the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) come out the tailpipe.
Page 371: Three Way Catalytic Converter
HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement A defective three way catalytic unit must be an original Honda part converter contributes to air pollution, or its equivalent. and can impair your engine’s per- formance.
Page 372: Emissions Testing
09/07/02 17:30:30 31SNA640_371 Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for an the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 373 09/07/02 17:30:36 31SNA640_372 Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban major highway where you can traffic for at least 10 minutes. maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
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Page 375: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada Only)
09/07/02 17:30:42 31SNA640_374 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information . 370 ..Warranty Coverages ..... 371 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......372 Authorized Manuals ..... . 373...
Page 376: Customer Service Information
San Juan, PR 00919-0816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the Tel: (787) 620-7546 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A vehicle to you 1919 Torrance Boulevard...
Page 377: Warranty Coverages
Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty all these warranties. Please read the Performance Warranty these two Honda accessories are covered 2010 Honda warranty information warranties cover your vehicle’s under this warranty. Time and booklet that came with your vehicle emissions control systems. Time,...
Page 378 ; or write to: http://www.saf ercar.gov Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC between you, your dealer, or Co., Inc. 20590.
Page 379: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
2010 Honda Civic 4 Door Owner’s Manual 31SNA830 2010 Honda Civic Navigation System Owner’s Manual 31SNAM40 2010 Honda Civic Honda Service History 31SNAQ40 2010 Honda Civic 4 Door Technology Reference Guide HON-R Order Form for Previous Years-Indicate Year and Model Desired...
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Page 381: Index
09/07/02 17:31:32 31SNA640_380 Index Antifreeze ........294 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Accessories and Modifications . 247 Indicator ....... . 60, 266 Battery ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Operation ........266 Charging System Position) ........80 Anti-theft, Audio System ....206 Indicator ......
Page 382 09/07/02 17:31:40 31SNA640_381 Index Bulb Replacement Changing Oil Crankcase Emissions Control Back-up Lights ......305 How to ......... 292 System ......... 363 Brake Lights ....... 305 When to ........281 Cruise Control Operation .... . 209 Front Side Marker Lights ..
Page 383 09/07/02 17:31:46 31SNA640_382 Index Doors Overheated Engine ....337 Features ......... . 109 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 83 Emergency Brake ......105 Filling the Fuel Tank ..... 239 Auto Door Locking ..... . 83 Emergency Flashers ...... .
Page 384 09/07/02 17:31:53 31SNA640_383 Index Fuel ..........238 Switch ..........80 Fill Door and Cap ...... . 239 Timing Control System .... . 364 Gauge ..........70 Halogen Headlight Bulbs ....302 Important Safety Precautions ..Octane Requirement ....
Page 385 09/07/02 17:32:01 31SNA640_384 Index Jump Starting ........ . 334 Lower Anchors ........ . 42 New Vehicle Break-in ....238 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 257 Normal Shift Speeds ..... . 258 Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 65, 339 NOTICE, Explanation of ....
Page 386 09/07/02 17:32:07 31SNA640_385 Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ..........20 Radiator Overheating ....337 Panel Brightness Control ....75 Reporting Safety Defects ... 372 Radio/CD Sound System ....115 Park Gear Position ......
Page 387 09/07/02 17:32:13 31SNA640_386 Index Seat Belts Speed-sensitive Volume Steering Wheel System Components ....18 Compensation (SVC) ..119, 160 Adjustment ........77 Use During Pregnancy ....16 Spotlights ........106 Anti-theft Column Lock ....80 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .
Page 388 09/07/02 17:32:20 31SNA640_387 Index Technical Descriptions High Speed Driving ....316 Trunk ..........88 DOT Tire Quality Grading ..357 Inflation ........314 Opening ......... 88 Emissions Control Systems ..363 Inspection ........316 Open Monitor Light ....
Page 389 09/07/02 17:32:25 31SNA640_388 Index Vehicle Stability Assist Washers ........72 (VSA ) System ..... . 268 Wipers, Windshield Activation Indicator .... . 62, 268 Changing Blades ......311 Off Switch ........269 Operation ........72 System Indicator ....
Page 390: Service Information Summary
Service Information Summary Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid: Except Si Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid Unleaded gasoline, pump octane (automatic transmission fluid) DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or number of 87 or higher. (see page...

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