To increase the brightness of the digital odometer in a 2003 Honda CR-V, use the brightness control knob on the instrument panel to adjust the illumination of the audio system and related displays.

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Summary of Contents for Honda 2003 CR-V

Page 1: Table Of Contents
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............353 A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................357 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 2: Introduction
This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 3: A Few Words About Safety
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 on the vehicle. Safety Labels −...
Page 4: Important Handling Information
Important Handling Information Your CR-V has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designed for use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for off-highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and rough terrain. It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier. These advantages come at some cost.
Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance MIRROR CONTROLS INDICATORS (P.65) AUDIO SYSTEM POWER DOOR (P.114) GAUGES (P.72) LOCK SWITCH (P.138, 154) (P.88) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.144, 162) POWER WINDOW PARKING BRAKE SWITCHES (P.82) (P.110) HEATING/COOLING HATCH GLASS RELEASE CONTROLS BUTTON (P.128) (P.94) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.185)
Page 6 Your Vehicle at a Glance HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS SHIFT LEVER (A/T) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.81) (P.76, 77) (P.204) MOONROOF (P.113) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.78, 79) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER CRUISE CONTROL (P.81) (P.179) ＊ HORN TILT ADJUSTMENT PARKING BRAKE (P.83) (P.82) A/T model is shown. To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Page 7: Driver And Passenger Safety
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 2. Adjust the Front Seats ... Protecting Small Children ..information about how to protect 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs .... Protecting Larger Children ..yourself and your passengers. It 4. Adjust the Head Restraints . Using Child Seats with shows you how to use seat belts 5.
Page 8: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 9: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many (10) features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 10: Seat Belts
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features These safety features are designed Seat Belts Why Wear Seat Belts to reduce the severity of injuries in a For your safety, and the safety of Seat belts are the single most crash. However, you and your your passengers, your vehicle is effective safety device for adults and passengers can’t take full advantage...
Page 11 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Of course, seat belts cannot against the inside of the vehicle completely protect you in every and against other occupants. crash. But in most cases, seat belts Not wearing a seat belt properly can reduce your risk of serious increases the chance of serious Keep you from being thrown out...
Page 12: Airbags
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Airbags to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. They are designed to supplement the seat belts. Airbags offer no protection in rear impacts, rollovers, or minor frontal or side collisions.
Page 13: Seats And Seat-Backs
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Move the front Seats and Seat-Backs What you should do: Door Locks Your vehicle’s seats are designed to seats as far back as possible, and Keeping your doors locked reduces keep you in a comfortable, upright keep adjustable seat-backs in an the chance of being thrown out of position so you can take full...
Page 14: Pre-Drive Safety Checklist
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Head restraints are properly Pre-Drive Safety Checklist To make sure you and your adjusted (see page passengers get the maximum protection from your vehicle’s safety All doors and the tailgate are features, check the following each closed and locked (see page time before you drive away: All cargo is properly stored or...
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Protecting Adults Your vehicle also has a Introduction Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide tailgate and hatch glass instructions on how to properly open indicator light on the protect the driver and other adult instrument panel to indicate when occupants.
Page 16 Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Most shorter drivers can get far your seat belt properly, sit upright enough away from the steering with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals. Sitting too close to a front move the seat away from the However, if you are concerned about airbag can result in serious...
Page 17: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust Adjust the Seat-Backs the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as Reclining the seat-back too far possible. A passenger who sits too can result in serious injury or close to the dashboard could be death in a crash.
Page 18: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults Properly adjusted head restraints Adjust the Head Restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries. Improperly positioning head restraints reduces their See page for how to adjust the effectiveness and you can be head restraints. seriously injured in a crash.
Page 19: Belts
Protecting Adults If necessary, pull up on the belt again Fasten and Position the Seat to remove any slack from the Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, shoulder part, then check that the then tug on the belt to make sure the belt rests across the center of your belt is securely latched.
Page 20 Protecting Adults If the seat belt touches or crosses Never place the shoulder portion of a RELEASE BUTTONS your neck, or if it crosses your arm lap/shoulder belt under your arm or instead of your shoulder, you need to This could cause behind your back.
Page 21 Anyone using a seat belt that is belt. not working properly can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 22: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Protecting Adults In addition, an occupant who is out of Adjust the Steering Wheel Maintain a Proper Sitting position in the front seat can be Position After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured by their seats and put on seat belts, it is striking interior parts of the vehicle, very important that they continue to or by being struck by an inflating...
Page 23: Advice For Pregnant Women
Protecting Adults Remember, to get the best Pregnant women should also sit Advice for Pregnant Women protection from your vehicle’s upright and as far back as possible airbags and other safety features, from the steering wheel or you must sit properly and wear your dashboard.
Page 24: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Adults Additional Safety Precautions Two people should never use the Do not place hard or sharp objects If they do, they Never let passengers ride in the same seat belt. between yourself and a front could be very seriously injured in a Carrying hard or sharp cargo area or on top of a folded- airbag.
Page 25 Protecting Adults On models with side airbags, do not attach hard objects on or near If a side airbag a front door. inflates, a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone.
Page 26: Protecting Children
Protecting Children 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 27: Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Protecting Children Additional Precautions to Parents Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Never hold an infant or child on Seat Poses Serious Risks to Children If you are not wearing a According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to your lap.
Page 28 Protecting Children Infants Small Children Larger Children Never put a rear-facing child seat in Placing a forward-facing child seat in Children who have outgrown child the front seat of a vehicle equipped the front seat of a vehicle equipped seats are also at risk of being injured with a passenger’s front airbag.
Page 29 Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the front airbag front airbag hazards, and that hazards, your vehicle has warning children must be properly restrained labels on the driver’s and front in the back seat, your vehicle has passenger’s visors.
Page 30: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Use childproof door locks to Your vehicle has three seating Many parents say they prefer to put prevent children from opening the positions in the back seat where an infant or small child in the front Using this feature will...
Page 31: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Protecting Children Do not leave children alone in your Lock all doors and the tailgate General Guidelines for Using Leaving children without vehicle. when your vehicle is not in use. Child Seats adult supervision is illegal in most Children who play in vehicles can The following pages give general states and Canadian provinces, accidentally get trapped inside the...
Page 32 Protecting Children Selecting a Child Seat To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three requirements: The child seat should meet safety The child seat should standards. meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS 213) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (CMVSS 213).
Page 33 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in your vehicle.
Page 34 Placing a Child Seat Front Passenger’s Seat This page briefly summarizes Never in the front seat, due Infants: Honda’s recommendations on where to the front airbag hazard. to place rear-facing and forward- facing child seats in your vehicle. Not recommended, Small children: due to the front airbag hazard.
Page 35 Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly and a good position to install the seat, a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat there are three main steps in...
Page 36: Protecting Infants
Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this vehicle, a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating Placing a rear-facing child seat position in the back, but not in the in the front seat can result in front seat.
Page 37 Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation facing child seat may prevent the The lap/shoulder belts in the back driver or a front-seat passenger from seats have a locking mechanism that moving the seat as far back as must be activated to secure a child recommended (see page ).
Page 38 Protecting Children To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side to side to belt all the way out until it stops, the belt near the buckle and pull verify that it is secure enough to then let the belt feed back into the...
Page 39 Protecting Children To deactivate the locking Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation mechanism and remove a child seat, Tips unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. For proper protection, an infant must ride in a reclined, or semi-reclined position.
Page 40: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Children Of the different seats available, we Protecting Small Children Child Seat Placement recommend those that have a five- In this vehicle, the best place to point harness system as shown. install a forward-facing child seat is in one of the seating positions in the We also recommend that a small back seat.
Page 41 Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The lap/shoulder belts in the back and front passenger seating positions Improperly placing a forward- have a locking mechanism that must facing child seat in the front be activated to secure a child seat. seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags The following pages provide inflate.
Page 42 Protecting Children After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps. To activate the lockable retractor, After confirming that the belt is slowly pull the shoulder part of the...
Page 43 Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism in order to remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers.
Page 44: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit for a forward-facing child seat, the improperly in the front seat can child should sit in the back seat on a result in injury or death if the booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.
Page 45 Protecting Children If the shoulder part of the belt rests Do not let a child put the shoulder Using a Booster Seat over the child’s collarbone and part of a seat belt behind the back or against the center of the chest, and if This could cause under the arm.
Page 46 Protecting Children A child should continue using a Of course, children vary widely. And When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front booster seat until they exceed the The National Highway Traffic Safety while age may be one indicator of booster seat manufacturer’s Administration and Transport when a child can safely ride in the...
Page 47 Protecting Children If you decide that a child can safely Physical Size Physically, a child must be large ride up front, be sure to: enough for the lap/shoulder belt to properly fit over the hips, chest, and Carefully read the owner’s manual shoulder (see pages ).
Page 48: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers COVER TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Your vehicle has three tether The tether anchorage points are Remove the head restraint where anchorage points on the ceiling near located under plastic covers. Select you want to place the child seat. the tailgate opening for securing a the anchorage point you want to use, tether-style child seat to the vehicle.
Page 49: Using Latch
Protecting Children Make sure the removed head Using LATCH restraints are secured in the cargo area. Reinstall the head restraints MARKS TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT when the child seat is removed. LOWER ANCHORS TETHER STRAP HOOK Attach the tether strap hook to the Your vehicle is equipped with tether anchorage point as shown in LATCH (Lower Anchors and...
Page 50 Protecting Children To install a LATCH-compatible child seat: Store the seat belt buckle in the pocket in the seat cushion and move the center seat belt away from the lower anchors. Make sure there are no foreign objects around the anchors. Foreign objects could get in the way of a secure connection between the child seat and the...
Page 51 Protecting Children Lower Universal Anchorage System Symbol TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT TETHER STRAP HOOK Remove the head restraint (see Attach the tether strap hook to the page tether anchorage point, and This symbol on rear or forward tighten the strap according to the facing child seats or booster Make sure the removed head child seat maker’s instructions.
Page 52: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts To fasten the belt, insert the latch Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt Your seat belt system includes lap/ plate into the buckle, then tug on the shoulder belts in all five seating belt to make sure the buckle is positions.
Page 53 Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The seat belts in all seating positions DETACHABLE ANCHOR except the driver’s have an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. (See pages for instructions on how to secure child seats with this type of seat belt.) If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, the locking...
Page 54: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to The SRS indicator light will Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners activate primarily in frontal collisions. come on if there is a The tensioners are independent of problem with your automatic seat the airbag system, so they can be belt tensioners (see page activated during a collision that...
Page 55: Seat Belt Maintenance
For information on how to clean your U.S. Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty seat belts, see page on seat belts. Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use. Please see your...
Page 56: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator light on the SRS Components How Your Front Airbags Work Your Supplemental Restraint System instrument panel that alerts you to (SRS) includes: a possible problem with the system (see page Two front airbags. The driver’s airbag is stored in the center of Emergency backup power in case the steering wheel;...
Page 57 Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat After a crash, you may see what belts help restrain your lower body looks like smoke. This is actually and torso. Your airbag provides a powder from the airbag’s surface. cushion to help restrain and protect Although the powder is not harmful, your head and chest.
Page 58: How Your Side Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags If you ever have a moderate to To get the best protection from the How Your Side Airbags Work severe side impact, the sensors will side airbags, front seat occupants detect rapid deceleration and signal should wear their seat belts and sit the control unit to instantly inflate upright and well back in their seats.
Page 59: How The Srs Indicator Light Works
See your Honda dealer as soon as possible. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 60: How The Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works
Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in the front, this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side...
Page 61: Airbag Service
If rain or spilled water to water. any airbag by yourself. This must soaks into a seat-back, it can be done by a Honda dealer or a prevent the side airbag system knowledgeable body shop. from working properly. The SRS indicator light alerts you Take your vehicle to to a problem.
Page 62: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the tailgate/hatch glass open, carbon monoxide gas. You should air flow can pull exhaust gas into have no problem with carbon your vehicle’s interior and create a Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in hazardous condition.
Page 63: Safety Labels
They warn you of potential U.S. models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. Canadian models DASHBOARD U.S. models only SUN VISOR U.S.
Page 64 Safety Labels HOOD On models without side airbags On models with side airbags RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 65: Instruments And Controls
..Rear Seat Armrest ....contribute to the daily operation of Turn Signals ........ Reclining the Front Seats ..your Honda. All the essential Windshield Wipers ..... Folding the Rear Seats ..... controls are within easy reach. Windshield Washers ....
Page 66: Control Locations
Control Locations POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH MIRROR CONTROLS (P.114) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.138, 154) (P.88) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.144, 162) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.110) PARKING BRAKE (P.82) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.186) HATCH GLASS RELEASE BUTTON (P.94) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.185) (P.128) A/T model is shown.
Page 67: Indicator Lights
Indicator Lights ＊ ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.68) (P.67) TAILGATE AND HATCH GLASS OPEN INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.70) (P.66, 325) SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF IMMOBILIZER INDICATOR (P.67) SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL (P.68) (P.69) INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LOW FUEL LAMP...
Page 68 Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many Malfunction Indicator U.S. Canada Parking Brake and indicators to give you important Lamp Brake System information about your vehicle. See page Indicator This light has two functions: Low Oil Pressure This indicator comes on when you Indicator The engine can be severely damaged turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 69 Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light Supplemental Restraint Side Airbag Cutoff System Indicator Indicator This indicator lights when you turn This indicator lights when you turn Only on models equipped with side the ignition switch ON (II). It is a the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 70 Indicator Lights Immobilizer System U.S. Indicator This indicator comes on for a few Turn Signal and Hazard Warning seconds when you turn the ignition Anti-lock Brake System Indicators switch ON (II). It will then go off if The left or right turn signal light (ABS) Indicator you have inserted a properly-coded blinks when you signal a lane change...
Page 71 Indicator Lights ‘‘Daytime Running High Beam Indicator Washer Level Indicator Lights’’ Indicator Canadian models only This light comes on with the high Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn beam headlights. See page This light comes on when the the ignition switch to ON (II) with information on the headlight washer fluid level is low.
Page 72 Indicator Lights Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) Tailgate and Hatch Glass Maintenance Required and 10,000 miles (16,000 km) this Open Indicator Indicator This light comes on if the tailgate or This indicator reminds you that it is indicator will light for two seconds the hatch glass is not closed tightly.
Page 73 Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. Turn off the engine. Press and hold the Select/Reset button on the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Page 74 Gauges Speedometer U.S. models This shows your speed in miles per TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). Canadian models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).
Page 75 Gauges To reset a trip meter, display it, and Odometer/Trip Meter Outside Temperature Indicator The odometer shows the total dis- then press and hold the Select/Reset OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR tance your vehicle has been driven. button until the number resets to It measures miles in U.S.
Page 76 Gauges The temperature sensor is located in Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge the front bumper. Therefore, the This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the temperature reading can be affected It is most accurate when the vehicle engine’s coolant.
Page 77: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS SHIFT LEVER (A/T) HAZARD WARNING column contain controls for driving (P.204) (P.76, 77) LIGHTS features you use most often. The left (P.81) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ lever controls the turn signals, WASHERS MOONROOF headlights, and high beams.
Page 78 Controls Near the Steering Wheel If you leave the lights on with the Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder tone when you open the driver’s door. The rotating switch on the left lever To flash the high beams, pull the controls the lights.
Page 79 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals Canadian models only With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake.
Page 80 Controls Near the Steering Wheel To signal a lane change, push lightly In intermittent, the wipers operate Windshield Wipers on the turn signal lever in the proper every few seconds. In low speed and direction and hold it. The lever will high speed, the wipers run continu- return to the center position as soon ously.
Page 81 Controls Near the Steering Wheel The wipers run at low speed while Windshield Washers you’re pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it. To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on push the control lever up from the the wiper control lever.
Page 82 Controls Near the Steering Wheel To use the wiper and washer, rotate The rear window washer uses the Rear Window Wiper and Washer and hold the switch one position up same fluid reservoir as the wind- from ‘‘ON’’. The wiper opreates shield washer.
Page 83 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Make sure the rear window is clear Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.
Page 84 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Parking Brake RELEASE BUTTON Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, firmly To release the parking brake, push pull the parking brake lever toward and hold the release button on the you.
Page 85 Controls Near the Steering Wheel Push the lever up to lock the Steering Wheel Adjustment steering wheel in that position. See page for important safety information about how to properly Make sure you have securely position the steering wheel. locked the steering wheel in place Make any steering wheel adjustment by trying to move it up and down.
Page 86: Keys And Locks
Keep the tag stored in a safe place. Do not drop the keys or set heavy When replacing keys, use only objects on them. Honda-approved key blanks. Keep the keys away from liquids. Your vehicle comes with two master If they get wet, dry them immedi- keys and a valet key.
Page 87 LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert engine. it, and turn the switch to ON (II) again. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls...
Page 88 If you have lost your key and you Changes or modifications not expressly cannot start the engine, contact your approved by the party responsible for Honda dealer. compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column.
Page 89 Keys and Locks You can insert or Use this position LOCK (0) − START (III) − remove the key only in this position. only to start the engine. The switch To switch from ACCESSORY to returns to ON (II) when you let go of Removing the key from the LOCK, you must push the key in the key.
Page 90 Keys and Locks To lock any passenger’s door when Power Door Locks getting out the vehicle, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab down or push the master switch down.
Page 91 Keys and Locks All doors and the tailgate lock when When you push the LOCK button a Remote Transmitter you push down the lock tab on the second time within 5 seconds, the LOCK driver’s door, or lock the driver’s horn will sound once to verify that BUTTON door from the outside with the key.
Page 92 Keys and Locks The ceiling light (if the light switch To open the hatch glass, push the Panic Mode is in the center position) will come Hatch Glass Release button for Panic mode allows you to remotely on when you press the UNLOCK about two seconds.
Page 93 Keys and Locks Replacing the Battery BATTERY ROUND When the remote transmitter’s COVER battery begins to get weak, it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and tailgate, and the LED will not light. Replace Open the battery as soon as possible.
Page 94 This device complies with Industry programmed to your vehicle’s Canada Standard RSS-210. system by your Honda dealer. Any Operation is subject to the following two other transmitters you have will also conditions: (1) this device may not cause need to be reprogrammed.
Page 95 Keys and Locks Lock the tailgate by pushing down Childproof Door Locks Tailgate the lock tab on the driver’s door (see page ), or by using the Lock Position master or valet key in the driver’s door lock. Unlock Position Lock or unlock the tailgate with Lock the master door lock switch.
Page 96 Keys and Locks Opening the Hatch Glass HANDLE STOP With the tailgate unlocked, open the To keep the tailgate door open on an You can unlock the hatch glass in tailgate by pulling the handle. incline, use the stop from the tool kit. any of these ways: The tool kit is in the storage bin under the cargo floor.
Page 97 Keys and Locks You can open the hatch glass to access the cargo area with the HATCH GLASS tailgate closed. Make sure the tailgate and the hatch glass are closed and locked securely before driving. The rear wiper will not operate with the hatch glass open.
Page 98 Keys and Locks Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. Lock Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle.
Page 99 Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety − information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the angle of the seat-back, backward, pull up on the bar under pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 100 Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Front Seat Armrests To adjust the height of the driver’s Only on vehicles with an automatic seat, turn the dial on the outside of transmission the seat bottom. Each front seat has an armrest on the side of the seat-back.
Page 101 Seats To remove a front head restraint or a Head Restraints head restraint in one of the rear See page for important safety outboard seating positions for information and a warning about how to cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as properly position the head restraints.
Page 102 Seats Rear Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety − information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. The seat position and seat-back angle of the left and right sides of the rear seat can be adjusted separately.
Page 103 Seats When using the center seating Rear Seat Armrest position, adjust the left and right side of the rear seats to the same position. Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- backs after you adjust the rear seats. The rear seat armrest is located in the center of the rear seat.
Page 104 Seats Reclining the Front Seats You can recline the seat-backs on the Adjust the rear seats as far back Remove the head restraints from front seats to a fully flat position so as they will go. the front seats (see page they are level with the rear seat cushions, making a large cushioned Store the head restraints in the...
Page 105 Seats SEAT-BACK ANGLE ADJUSTMENT LEVER SLIDE BAR Adjust the front seats forward as Move the front seat backward Adjust the rear seat-back to the far as they will go. Pull up the seat- until it touches the rear seat. desired position. back angle adjustment lever and pivot the seat-back backward.
Page 106 Seats Reverse this procedure to return the Folding the Rear Seats front and rear seats to the upright The rear seat-back can be folded position. Make sure you install the down to give more cargo room. Each head restraints and the seats are side folds down separately.
Page 107 Seats Reverse this procedure to return the LATCH PLATE seat-back to the upright position. Tug on the seat-back to make sure it is latched. Position the seat belt in front of the seat-back. Make sure the seat is locked securely before driving. RELEASE LEVER When you are folding the right half Lower the head restraint to its...
Page 108 Seats LOCK RELEASE STRAP FASTENING SLIDE BAR STRAP To fold up the rear seat: Unlock the seat from the floor by Pull out the fastening strap from pulling the lock release strap the slit on the seat-back. Move the Pull up the bar under the seat under the seat cushion’s back front seat forward slightly, then cushion and slide the rear seat...
Page 109 Seats Reverse this procedure to return the In the center seating position of the seat to the upright position. rear seat, be sure the detachable Make sure the seat is securely anchor is latched securely before latched before driving. using the seat belt (see page When you are not using the fastening strap, roll up the strap and Make sure all items in the cargo area...
Page 110 Seats Detachable Anchor ANCHOR BUCKLE SMALL LATCH The seat belt in the rear center seat PLATE is equipped with a detachable anchor. LATCH PLATE This allows the center seat belt to be unlatched when the right side of the rear seat is folded. Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched TRIANGLE...
Page 111: Seat Heaters
Seat Heaters Do not use the seat heaters when the DRIVER’S SEAT HEATER SWITCH engine is off or when idling for a long period of time. They can drain the battery, making your vehicle hard to start. Because of the sensors for the side airbag system, there is no heater in the seat-back.
Page 112: Power Windows
Power Windows Your vehicle’s windows are electri- DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH cally-powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower Closing a power window on any window. someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Each door has a switch that controls its window.
Page 113 Power Windows The master control panel also con- To open or close the driver’s window The MAIN switch controls power to tains these extra features: partially, push down or pull back on the passengers’ windows. When you the window switch lightly and hold it. push in the MAIN switch, the To open the driver’s The window will stop when you...
Page 114 If the power windows do not operate window system. You should have properly after resetting, have your your vehicle inspected by your vehicle checked by a Honda dealer. dealer. You can still close the window by pulling back on the window switch lightly and hold it.
Page 115 Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, If you try to open the moonroof in press and hold the top of the switch below-f reezing temperatures, or when ).
Page 116 Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors ADJUSTMENT SWITCH SELECTOR SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Adjust the outside mirrors with the Push the appropriate edge of the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before adjustment switch on the driver’s adjustment switch to move the you start driving.
Page 117 Mirrors, Center Table Center Table To use the center table, pull up the Sitting on or getting under the table, On EX and EX-L models in Canada The outside mirrors are heated to re- outside edge of the table until it or putting heavy objects on the table, move fog and frost.
Page 118: Beverage Holders
Beverage Holders The center table has a beverage The rear seat also has a beverage Only on vehicles with an automatic holder for the front passengers. holder in the center armrest. To use transmission it, pivot the armrest down. To use the front beverage holder, pull on the handle.
Page 119 Beverage Holders, Built-in Table Built-in Table HANDLE Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that The cargo area floor can be taken To remove the table, pull up the is very hot can scald you or your out and used as a table.
Page 120 Built-in Table Unfold the legs. Lock them in place To fold the legs, pull on the middle To put the table back in place, hold by pushing on the middle of the of each locking arm. on to the handle and put the locking arms.
Page 121 Built-in Table, Center Pocket, Storage Box Using the Built-in Table Center Pocket Storage Box Be sure to lock the legs of the table. Do not stand on the table. Do not put a weight of over 44 lbs (20 kg) on the table. Hot items such as pots, pans, or kettles should not be placed directly on the table top.
Page 122 Storage Box, Driver’s Pocket, Coin Tray Driver’s Pocket Coin Tray DRIVER’S POCKET To remove the box for cleaning, pull To open the driver’s pocket, swing Only on vehicles with a manual upward on the front center edge to the lid down. Close it with a firm transmission disengage the locking tabs under the push.
Page 123 Sunglasses Holder, Coat Hook Sunglasses Holder Coat Hook GRABRAIL Push SUNGLASSES HOLDER COAT HOOK To open the sunglasses holder, push Some larger styles of sunglasses The rear seat grab rails can also be on the front edge. It will unlatch and may not fit in the holder.
Page 124: Accessory Power Sockets
Accessory Power Sockets These sockets are intended to supply Front Rear power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). To power an accessory, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). When both sockets are being used, Pull up the combined power rating of both...
Page 125 Dashboard Pocket To open the dashboard pocket, swing the lid down. Close it with a firm push. Instruments and Controls...
Page 126: Interior Lights
Interior Lights If you leave any door open with the Ceiling Light Spotlights key not in the ignition switch, the ceiling light will go off after three minutes. The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 127 Interior Lights Cargo Area Light Ignition Switch Light IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT TAILGATE/HATCH GLASS ACTIVATED The cargo area light has a three- The ignition switch light comes on position switch. In the OFF position, when you unlock the driver’s door, the light does not come on. In the and fades out about 30 seconds after center position, the light comes on you close the door.
Page 128: Comfort And Convenience Features
Comfort and Convenience Features Heating and Cooling ..... Adjusting the Sound ....What Each Control Does ..Audio System Lighting .... How to Use the System .... Radio Frequencies ....To Turn Everything Off ..Radio Reception ......Audio System ........
Page 129 Heating and Cooling Proper use of the Heating and FAN CONTROL TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL DIAL Cooling system can make the DIAL CONTROL DIAL interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for the best visibility. What Each Control Does Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan’s speed, which increases air...
Page 130: Heating And Cooling
Heating and Cooling The system automatically turns on the A/C and switches to Recirculation mode. Air flows from the center and side vents in the dashboard. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Page 131 Heating and Cooling Vent Controls DRIVER’S SIDE VENT CENTER VENTS PASSENGER’S-SIDE VENT Open Open Close Close TABS The direction of air flow from the To adjust the air flow from each side vents in the center and each side of vent, pivot the vent up-and-down and the dashboard is adjustable.
Page 132 Heating and Cooling How to Use the System MODE CONTROL TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL This section covers how to set up the DIAL CONTROL DIAL DIAL system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air.
Page 133 Heating and Cooling To Cool with A/C Turn on the A/C by pressing the TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL button. The light in the button FAN CONTROL CONTROL DIAL DIAL DIAL comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature control dial is all the way to the left.
Page 134 Heating and Cooling If the interior is very warm from Air conditioning places an extra load To Heat being parked in the sun, you can cool on the engine. Watch the engine To warm the interior: it down more rapidly by setting up coolant temperature gauge (see page the controls this way: ) when driving in stop-and-go...
Page 135 Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from To Heat and Dehumidify with Air To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the the windshield and side windows Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes windows: after the vehicle has been sitting out moisture from the air.
Page 136 Heating and Cooling These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of FAN CONTROL TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL the windshield and the side window DIAL CONTROL DIAL DIAL defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up.
Page 137 Heating and Cooling To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dials all the way to the left. No air flow can cause the windows to fog up. It is recommended that you keep the fan on at all times so stale air and moisture do not build up in the interior and cause fogging.
Page 138: Audio System
Audio System Your vehicle has either of the audio LX Model systems described in this section. Read the appropriate pages in this section for operation of the audio system installed in your vehicle. pages for LX model pages for EX and EX-L models Also, read page for how to take...
Page 139 Audio System AM/FM/Cassette/CD Audio System On LX model in the U.S. and Canada Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle’s battery.
Page 140 Audio System Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pressing the PWR/ VOL knob, or the AM or FM button. Adjust the volume by turning the knob.
Page 141 Audio System You can use any of five methods to To store a frequency: SCAN − The SCAN function find radio stations on the selected samples all the stations with strong band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO Select the desired band, AM or signals on the selected band.
Page 142 Audio System − If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no A. SEL INDICATOR longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A.
Page 143 Audio System If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store SCAN INDICATOR TUNE KNOB other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.
Page 144 Audio System Adjusting the Sound These two Balance/Fader − BASS/FADER TREBLE/BALANCE CONTROL CONTROL controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength. To adjust the fader, push on the BASS/FADER control knob to get it to pop out.
Page 145 Audio System To set the time, press the CLOCK Audio System Lighting Digital Clock You can use the instrument panel The audio system display usually (SCAN/RPT) button until you hear a brightness control knob to adjust the shows the time when the ignition beep.
Page 146 Audio System You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is RESET BUTTON before the half hour, the clock is set back to the previous hour by pressing the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) button until you hear a beep, then pressing the RESET (Preset 6) button.
Page 147 Audio System Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the CD SLOT SKIP BUTTONS same controls used for the radio. With the system on, insert the disc into the CD slot. Push the disc in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way and begin to play.
Page 148 Audio System You can use the SKIP buttons while To activate the Repeat When the system reaches the end of REPEAT − a disc is playing to select passages feature, press and release the Repeat the disc, it will return to the begin- and change tracks.
Page 149 If the CD cannot be pulled out or the error your Honda dealer. indication does not disappear after the disc is ejected, see your Honda dealer. Do not try to force the disc out of the player. High temperature Will disappear when the temperatue returns to normal.
Page 150 Audio System To select the CD changer, press the Operating the CD Changer If you eject the disc in the in-dash CD button. The disc and track (Optional) CD while it is playing, the system A Compact Disc changer is available numbers will be displayed.
Page 151 If you see an error indication in the display while operating the optional CD changer, find the cause in the Disc-changer Consult your Honda dealer. chart to the right. If you cannot clear malfunction the error indication, take the vehicle...
Page 152 Audio System Operating the Cassette Player FF BUTTON The cassette system features Dolby ＊ noise reduction, automatic sensing of PLAY DOLBY chromium-dioxide (CrO ) tape, and BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON autoreverse for continuous play. To operate the cassette player, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY(I) or ON(II).
Page 153 Audio System The tape direction indicator will light You can remove the cassette with Tape Search Functions to show you which side of the With a cassette playing, you can use the ignition switch in any position, cassette is playing. The indicates the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT ▲...
Page 154 Audio System The SKIP function allows The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions SKIP − REPEAT − you to find the beginning of a song continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find or passage. To skip to the beginning song or passage.
Page 155 On EX model in the U.S., and EX and ST INDICATOR EX-L models in Canada FM BUTTON Your Honda’s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 156 Audio System You can use any of five methods to The anti-theft feature will disable the Operating the Radio system if it is disconnected from the The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected vehicle’s battery. To get the system ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to band: TUNE, SEEK, SCAN, AUTO working again, you must enter a...
Page 157 Audio System The SCAN function You can store the Once a station’s frequency is stored, SCAN − Preset − samples all the stations with strong frequencies of your favorite radio simply press and release the proper signals on the selected band. To stations in the six preset buttons.
Page 158 Audio System − If you are AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no PWR/VOL KNOB AM BUTTON TUNE KNOB longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select FM BUTTON A. SEL INDICATOR feature to find stations in the local area.
Page 159 Audio System If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store PWR/VOL KNOB AM BUTTON TUNE KNOB other frequencies in the preset buttons. Use the TUNE, SEEK, or FM BUTTON A. SEL INDICATOR SCAN function to find the desired frequencies, then store them in the selected preset buttons as described previously.
Page 160 Audio System Adjusting the Sound Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of Adjustment Level TUNE KNOB these you want to adjust by pressing the TUNE knob. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAd to BAL, and then back to the selected audio mode, each time you press the TUNE knob.
Page 161 Audio System Lighting Radio Frequencies TUNE knob. Adjust the Balance or You can use the instrument panel Your Honda’s radio can receive the Fader to your liking by turning the brightness control knob to adjust the complete AM and FM bands.
Page 162 Audio System Radio Reception How well your Honda’s radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station’s transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmos- pheric conditions. A radio station’s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter.
Page 163 Audio System As required by the FCC: Digital Clock The audio system display usually Changes or modifications not expressly shows the time when the ignition approved by the party responsible for switch is in ACCESSORY (I) or ON compliance could void the user’s (II).
Page 164 Audio System To set the time, press the CLOCK (FM) button until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink. Press and hold the H (Preset 4) button until the hour advances to the desired time. Press and hold the M (Preset 5) button until the minutes advance to the desired time.
Page 165 Audio System Dolby noise reduction turns on when You can remove the cassette with Operating the Cassette Player The ignition switch must be in you insert a cassette. The indi- the ignition switch in any position, ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). cator will light in the display.
Page 166 Audio System Tape Search Functions PWR/VOL TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR TAPE EJECT With a cassette playing, you can use KNOB BUTTON the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT CASSETTE SLOT DOLBY INDICATOR function to find a desired program. Fast Forward and FF/REW −...
Page 167 Audio System The SKIP function allows SKIP − you to find the beginning of a song RPT INDICATOR or passage. To skip to the beginning of a song or passage currently playing, push the button. You will ○ − see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds.
Page 168 Audio System − The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions REPEAT continuously replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find song or passage. Press the RPT the end of a song or passage. These button to activate it; you will see RPT features may not work to your displayed as a reminder.
Page 169 If you do not clean the cassette Honda dealer. player regularly, it may eventually When they are not in use, store become impossible to remove the...
Page 170 Audio System Operating the CD Changer Your Honda’s audio system has an LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT CD EJECT in-dash CD changer that holds up to BUTTON six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment. You operate this CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player.
Page 171 Audio System Repeat this until all six positions To load a single CD: Loading CDs in the Changer To load multiple CDs in one are loaded. The system will then operation: begin playing the last CD loaded. Press and release the LOAD button.
Page 172 Audio System If you press the LOAD button while a CD is playing, the system will stop LOAD BUTTON DISC NUMBER TAPE BUTTON playing that CD and start the loading sequence. It will then play the CD CD SLOT CD LOADED INDICATOR just loaded.
Page 173 Audio System To activate the Repeat Operation To move rapidly within a track, press REPEAT − feature, press and release the RPT Select the CD changer by pressing and hold the appropriate SKIP button. You will see RPT in the the CD button.
Page 174 Audio System To take the system out of CD mode, press the AM or FM button, or insert PWR/VOL KNOB RDM INDICATOR RPT INDICATOR a cassette in the player. If a tape is already in the cassette player, press TAPE BUTTON the TAPE button.
Page 175 Audio System Removing CDs from the Changer To remove the disc that is currently CD SLOT CD EJECT BUTTON playing, press the Eject button. You will see ‘‘EJEC’’ in the display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the Load sequence so you can load another CD in that position.
Page 176 Audio System If you press the Eject button while listening to the radio or tape, or with the audio system turned off, the disc that was last selected is ejected. After that disc is ejected, pressing the Eject button again will eject the next disc in the numerical order.
Page 177 Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Do not place it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 178 If the code does not disappear or the CD cannot your Honda dealer. be pulled out, consult your Honda dealer. Press the CD eject button and pull out the CDs, Mechanical Error check for error indication. Insert the CD again.
Page 179 Owner’s Manual. If you should one hour before trying again. happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 180: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the Improper use of the cruise accelerator pedal. It should be used control can lead to a crash. for cruising on straight, open highways.
Page 181 Cruise Control The cruise control may not hold the Changing the Set Speed set speed when you are going up and You can increase the set cruising down hills. If your speed increases speed in any of these ways: RESUME/accel going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed.
Page 182 Cruise Control You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After Press and hold the SET/decel completing the pass, take your foot button.
Page 183 Cruise Control When you push the CANCEL button, Pressing the Cruise Control Master or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the Switch turns the system completely CRUISE CONTROL light on the off and erases the previous cruising instrument panel will go out and the speed from memory.
Page 184: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline ......... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank ....
Page 185 In Canada, some gasolines contain Break-in Period Gasoline Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Honda is designed to operate an octane-enhancing additive called reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump MMT. If you use such gasolines, extra attention to how you drive octane number of 86 or higher.
Page 186 Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Filling the Fuel Tank You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be Stop filling the tank after the fuel burned or seriously injured nozzle automatically clicks off.
Page 187 Service Station Procedures Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks several HOOD RELEASE HANDLE times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.
Page 188 Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without To close the hood, lift it up slightly to lifting the hood latch handle, or the remove the support rod from the SUPPORT ROD hood latch handle moves stiffly or hole.
Page 189 Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time Wipe the dipstick with a clean Insert it all the way back in its tube. you fill the vehicle with fuel. Wait a cloth or paper towel. few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 190 Owner Maintenance on page for information Checks RESERVE TANK on checking other items in your Honda. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the upper and lower between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 191: Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy The condition of your vehicle and A cold engine uses more fuel than a Driving Habits your driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel driving moderately.
Page 192: Accessories And Modifications
Before installing any accessory: Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your Make sure the accessory does not Follow all instructions in this vehicle. These accessories have obscure any lights, or interfere owner’s manual regarding...
Page 193 Modifications could make the outside edge of a front seat-back. overall diameter. system ineffective. Covering the outside edge of a front seat-back, with a non-Honda Such modifications can adversely Additional Safety Precautions seat cover for example, could affect handling, and interfere with...
Page 194: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient CARGO UNDER-FLOOR STORAGE STORAGE BOX storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. TAILGATE POCKETS DOOR POCKETS DASHBOARD POCKET The glove box, and the pockets in the doors and seat-backs, are designed for small, lightweight items. The cargo area is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 195 Carrying Cargo When you load luggage, the total Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your vehicle weight of the vehicle, all passengers, Compartment is 850 lbs in U.S. models and 395 kg cargo, and trailer tongue load must Store or secure all items that could in Canadian models.
Page 196 Please contact your Honda as far forward as possible. Tie dealer for further information. down items that could be thrown...
Page 197 Carrying Cargo Tailgate Pockets TAILGATE POCKETS Store only small, lightweight items in the pockets on the back of the tailgate. Before Driving...
Page 198: Driving
Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......Off-Highway Guidelines ....starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......General Information ....conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ....... Important Safety Precautions . 5-speed manual and automatic Starting in Cold Weather Driving Tips .......
Page 199 Driving Guidelines Your CR-V has higher ground Avoid sharp turns and abrupt Four-wheel Drive Models clearance than a passenger vehicle maneuvers whenever possible. Your CR-V is equipped with a unique designed only for use on pavement. four-wheel drive (4WD) system. Higher ground clearance has many Do not modify your vehicle in any Normally, power is delivered only to...
Page 200: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the adjustment of the seat Turn the ignition switch ON (II). and adjustments every day before (see page Check the indicator lights in the you drive your vehicle. instrument panel. Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see...
Page 201: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Without touching the accelerator If the engine still does not start, pedal, turn the ignition key to the press the accelerator pedal all the In cold weather, turn off all START (III) position. If the engine way down and hold it there while electrical accessories to reduce does not start right away, do not...
Page 202 Starting the Engine If the engine fails to start in step 2, Starting in Cold Weather at High push the accelerator pedal to the Altitude (Above 8,000 feet/ floor and hold it there while you 2,400 meters) An engine is harder to start in cold try to start the engine for no more weather.
Page 203: Speed Manual Transmission
5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
Page 204 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly. This will give you the best speed will enter into the tachometer’s fuel economy and effective emis- red zone.
Page 205: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Your Honda’s transmission has four The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shift Lever Position Indicator forward speeds, and is electronically few seconds when you turn the controlled for smoother shifting. It ignition switch ON (II). If it flashes also has a ‘‘lock-up’’...
Page 206 Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions To shift from: Do this: P to R Press the brake pedal, then move the shift lever. R to N N to D D to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 Move the lever. 2 to D D to N N to R...
Page 207 Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and Your vehicle has a reverse lockout so Use Neutral if you Neutral (N) − still cannot move the lever out of you cannot accidentally shift to need to restart a stalled engine, or if Park, see Shift Lock Release on page Reverse when the vehicle speed it is necessary to stop briefly with...
Page 208 Automatic Transmission − Use this position for Drive (D) Over-drive (O/D) Mode your normal driving. The transmis- sion automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher speeds when the engine is cold. This helps the engine warm up faster.
Page 209 Automatic Transmission When the Over-drive is off, the This position locks Second (2) − Engine Speed Limiter transmission selects only the first the transmission in second gear. It If you exceed the maximum speed three gears. Turn the O/D off to does not downshift to first gear for the gear you are in, the engine provide engine braking when going...
Page 210 Neutral Release, it means your vehicle is tool kit) to remove the cover. to Reverse, then to Park. developing a problem. Have the Carefully pry on the edge of the vehicle checked by your Honda cover. dealer. Driving...
Page 211 Parking Always use the parking brake when If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Tips you park your vehicle. The indicator the front wheels away from the curb. Make sure the moonroof and the on the instrument panel shows that If you have a manual transmission, windows are closed.
Page 212: The Braking System
The Braking System Constant application of the brakes Your Honda is equipped with disc Brake Wear Indicators when going down a long hill builds brakes at all four wheels. A power All four brakes have audible brake up heat and reduces their effective- assist helps reduce the effort needed wear indicators.
Page 213 The Braking System When the front tires skid, you lose Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes The hydraulic system that operates steering control; the vehicle Standard for EX model in the U.S., and the brakes has two separate circuits. continues straight ahead even EX and EX-L models in Canada Each circuit works diagonally across ABS helps to prevent the wheels...
Page 214 The Braking System You should never pump the Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a this defeats the on loose or brake pedal; ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop purpose of the ABS. Let the ABS uneven surfaces, such as gravel or distance it takes to stop the work for you by always keeping firm,...
Page 215 The Braking System If the ABS indicator and the brake ABS Indicator system indicator come on together, ＊ ABS INDICATOR and the parking brake is fully released, the front-to-rear braking distribution system may also shut down. Test your brakes as instructed on page .
Page 216: Driving In Bad Weather
Driving in Bad Weather Always drive Being able to see Driving Technique − Visibility − slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your vehicle longer visible to other drivers are important to react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 217 Driving in Bad Weather − Check your tires Traction frequently for wear and proper pressure. Both are important in preventing ‘‘hydroplaning’’ (loss of traction on a wet surface). In the winter, mount snow tires on all four wheels for the best handling. Watch road conditions carefully, they can change from moment to moment.
Page 218: Towing A Trailer
Towing a Trailer Your Honda has been designed Load Limits primarily to carry passengers and their cargo. You can 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 219 Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating start by loading 60 percent of the (GAWR): load toward the front of the trailer The total weight of the vehicle, all Exceeding load limits or and 40 percent toward the rear, then occupants, all cargo, and the improperly loading your vehicle re-adjust the load as needed.
Page 220 Towing a Trailer Checking Loads Towing Equipment and Hitches The best way to confirm that vehicle Any hitch used on your vehicle must Accessories and trailer weights are within limits Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. is to have them checked at a public equipment, depending on the size of scale.
Page 221 Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Honda recommends that any trailer having a total weight of 1,000 lbs GROUND BACK-UP LIGHT LEFT TURN SIGNAL (BLACK) (GREEN/BLACK) (GREEN/RED) (450 kg) or more be equipped with its own electric or surge-type brakes.
Page 222 Towing a Trailer The lights and brakes on your Additional Trailer Equipment Pre-Tow Checklist Many states and Canadian provinces When preparing to tow, and before vehicle and the trailer are working require special outside mirrors when driving away, be sure to check the properly.
Page 223 Towing a Trailer Driving Safely With a Trailer Towing Speeds and Gears Driving on Hills The added weight, length, and Drive slower than normal in all When climbing hills, closely watch height of a trailer will affect your driving situations, and obey posted your temperature gauge.
Page 224 Towing a Trailer When driving down hills, reduce Backing Up your speed and shift down to 3rd Always drive slowly and have gear on the manual transmission, someone guide you when backing up. and turn off the Over drive (O/D) Grip the of the steering bottom...
Page 225 Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Your CR-V can be towed behind a 5-speed Manual Transmission Automatic Transmission motorhome at legal highway speeds When preparing to tow your CR-V, When preparing to tow your CR-V, up to 65 mph(100 km/h). Do not make sure the transmission is make sure the transmission is full of exceed 65 mph(100km/h).
Page 226 Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome Start the engine. Extended Towing If you tow more than 8 hours in one Press on the brake pedal. Shift the day, you should repeat the above Severe automatic transmission damage lever through all the positions (P, procedure at least every 8 hours.
Page 227 Off-Highway Guidelines General Information Your CR-V has been designed primarily for use on pavement. But its higher ground clearance allows you to occasionally travel on unpaved roads, to campgrounds, picnic sites, and similar locations. It is not designed for trail-blazing, mountain climbing, or other challenging off- road activities.
Page 228 Off-Highway Guidelines The route presents limits (some Important Safety Precautions Remember that your CR-V has roads are too steep and bumpy for higher ground clearance and a example). You have limits (in driving Improperly operating this higher center of gravity than skills and comfort).
Page 229 Off-Highway Guidelines Driving Tips Controlling Speed Generally, the best off-pavement The following pages contain practical Off-highway, the general rule is to braking technique is to gently tips on basic off-highway operation. keep your speed low. Of course, depress the brake pedal, then you’ll need enough speed to keep increase pressure as more braking is moving forward.
Page 230 Off-Highway Guidelines Test your brakes from time to time Driving on Slopes Avoiding Obstacles Before driving up or down a hill, stop Bumps, holes, rocks, and other to make sure they are operating and assess the situation. If you can’t obstacles can be hazardous.
Page 231 Off-Highway Guidelines If You Get Stuck Avoid driving on soft sand, deep mud, or other surfaces where you could get stuck. If you do happen to get stuck because of inclement weather or other conditions, choose a safe and appropriate course of action. You should never use a jack to try getting unstuck.
Page 232 Off-Highway Guidelines 4-Wheel Drive Vehicles If you spin the wheels excessively trying to get unstuck, you may overheat the components of the 4-wheel drive system. If this happens, the 4-wheel drive system shuts off and only the front wheels receive power.
Page 233: Maintenance
Transmission Fluid ....... Inspection ........form more complex maintenance Automatic Transmission ..Maintenance ......tasks on your Honda, you may want 5-speed Manual Tire Rotation ......to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission ......Replacing Tires and Wheels . page...
Page 234: Maintenance Safety
It will also should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you reward you with more economical, technician or other qualified...
Page 235 Maintenance Safety Read the instructions before you Important Safety Precautions Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your vehicle is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set. Also, be sure the engine To reduce the possibility of fire or is off.
Page 236: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your intervals shown in the maintenance Service your vehicle according to the vehicle serviced and what things schedule assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of need attention.
Page 237 However, Honda recommends that all maintenance We recommend the use of genuine services be performed at the Honda parts and fluids whenever you recommended time or mileage have maintenance done. These are period to ensure long-term reliability. manufactured to the same high-...
Page 238 Service at the indicated distance or time − whichever comes first. miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 months Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Replace engine oil Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment...
Page 239 Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time. − U.S. Owners Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. Canadian Owners − Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 10,000 mi/16,000 km/1 yr Do items in A.
Page 240 Service at the indicated distance or time − whichever comes first. miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 months Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Replace engine oil Replace every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition at least once per month) Replace engine oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes...
Page 241 Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D, E as required for each distance/time. − Refer to page to determine which schedule to use. U.S. Owners Canadian Owners − Use the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. 5,000 mi/8,000 km/½...
Page 242 65,000 mi/104,000 km/6-½ yrs Do item in A. ＊ See dust and pollen filter on page for replacement information 70,000 mi/112,000 km/4 yrs Do item in B. under special driving conditions. 70,000 mi/112,000 km/7 yrs Do item in A. ＃ See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last 75,000 mi/120,000 km Do item in E.
Page 243 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 5,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 35,000 mi...
Page 244 Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 65,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp 95,000 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km mi/km 104,000 km 152,000 km Date Date 70,000 mi 100,000 mi mi/km mi/km 112,000 km 160,000 km (or 5 years) Date Date 75,000 mi...
Page 245: Owner Maintenance Checks
Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level Check every Tires Check the tire pressure − − items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page wear and foreign objects.
Page 246: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK WASHER FLUID (Orange handle) (Blue cap) POWER STEERING FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Red cap) (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) RADIATOR CAP Maintenance...
Page 247: Engine Oil
Institute’s latest requirements. Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for API CERTIFICATION SEAL To add oil, unscrew and remove the optimum engine protection.
Page 248 When using synthetic oil, you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Additives Your Honda does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect your engine’s or transmission’s Ambient Temperature performance and durability.
Page 249 (available from your this maintenance done by a skilled Honda dealer) is required to mechanic. Open the hood and remove the remove the filter. engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil...
Page 250 Engine Oil Put a new washer on the drain bolt, Replace the engine oil fill cap. then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be five seconds.
Page 251: Cooling System
Cooling System Always use Honda All Season If the reserve tank is completely Adding Engine Coolant Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. This empty, you should also check the RESERVE TANK coolant is pre-mixed with 50 percent coolant level in the radiator. antifreeze and 50 percent water. It does not require any additional mixing.
Page 252 Cooling System Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK on the reserve tank. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle’s cooling system.
Page 253 Only use Open the hood. Make sure the Honda All Season Antifreeze/ engine and radiator are cool to the Coolant Type 2. touch. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the vehicle.
Page 254 Cooling System DRAIN PLUG HOLDING CLIP BOLT BOLT Before draining the coolant, Loosen the drain plug on the remove the cover under the bottom of the radiator. Drain the radiator. Use a phillips-head coolant into an appropriate screwdriver to remove the two container.
Page 255 Cooling System BOLT BOLT To drain the coolant from the Remove the reserve tank Remove the coolant tube from the reserve tank: mounting bolt with a wrench, pull four clips. out the coolant tube from the two Use a wrench to remove the bolt clips on the upper and lower side from the battery hold-down.
Page 256 Reinstall the bolt Fill up to here in the battery hold-down. Remove the coolant tube from the Pour Honda All Season radiator. When the coolant stops draining, Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 into tighten the drain plug at the...
Page 257 Cooling System The cooling system capacity is: Remove the radiator cap. Fill the RESERVE TANK radiator with coolant up to the base of the filler neck. With automatic transmission: 1.43 US gal (5.4 ) Start the engine and hold it at 1,500 rpm until the radiator fan With manual transmission: comes on.
Page 258: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LOWER LEVEL MARK washer reservoir at least monthly during normal usage. In bad weather, when you use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for fuel. This reservoir supplies both the windshield and rear window washers.
Page 259 Windshield Washers Fill the reservoir with a good-quality windshield washer fluid. This increases the cleaning capability and Do not use engine antif reeze or a prevents freezing in cold weather. vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. When you refill the reservoir, clean the edges of the windshield wiper Antif reeze can damage your vehicle’s blades with windshield washer fluid...
Page 260: Transmission Fluid
Park the vehicle on level ground. Remove the dipstick and check it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the Shut off the engine. the fluid level. It should be vehicle a short distance. Do this between the upper and lower three times.
Page 261 WASHER FILLER BOLT The transmission should be drained If Honda MTF is not available, you and refilled with new fluid according may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 to the time and distance recommen- viscosity motor oil with the API dations in the maintenance schedule.
Page 262: Rear Differential Fluid
FILLER BOLT WASHER then reinstall the filler bolt and level tighten it securely. Only use Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not use Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). The rear differential should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the mainte- nance schedule.
Page 263: Brake And Clutch Fluid
Brake fluid reservoir (all models) replacement. However, the use of Clutch fluid reservoir any non-Honda brake fluid can cause (manual transmission only) corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system The brake fluid should be replaced...
Page 264 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 the fluid level frequently and have...
Page 265: Air Cleaner Element
Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement replaced according to the distance BOLTS recommendation in the maintenance schedule. BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT The air cleaner element is inside the Remove the old air cleaner air cleaner housing on the left side of element.
Page 266 Lubricate all the moving parts (as shown), including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendations in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 267: Spark Plugs
Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your vehicle are a special iridium-tipped design for BOLT CONNECTOR longer life. The spark plugs should be replaced according to the distance recommendation in the maintenance schedule. Replacement NUTS NUTS IGNITION COIL LOCK TAB Clean off any dirt and oil that have Remove the ignition coil.
Page 268 Spark Plugs Specifications: NGK: Tighten the spark plugs caref ully. A IZFR6K-11 DENSO: spark plug that is too loose can SKJ20DR-M11 overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head. Install the ignition coil into the hole.
Page 269 Battery Check the condition of your vehicle’s Check the battery terminals for TEST INDICATOR WINDOW battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals. terminals with a solution of baking soda and water.
Page 270 Battery If you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the vehicle’s Charging the battery with the cables electrical system. connected can seriously damage your vehicle’s electronic controls. Detach the battery cables bef ore connecting the battery to a charger.
Page 271: Wiper Blades
Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper FRONT REAR blades at least every six months. WIPER ARMS Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 272 Wiper Blades BLADE BLADE REINFORCEMENT LOCK TAB Disconnect the blade assembly Remove the blade from its holder Examine the new wiper blades. If from the wiper arm by pushing in by grasping the tabbed end of the they have no plastic or metal rein- the lock tab.
Page 273 Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield or the hatch glass. Maintenance...
Page 274: Air Conditioning System
Air Conditioning System Your vehicle’s air conditioning is a If the air conditioning does not get as sealed system. Any major mainte- cold as before, have your dealer nance, such as recharging, should be check the system. Recharge the done by a qualified mechanic. You system with Refrigerant HFC-134a can do a couple of things to make (R-134a).
Page 275: Dust And Pollen Filter
Dust and Pollen Filter The dust and pollen filter removes Replacement pollen and dust that is brought in from the outside through the heating HOOKS COVER and cooling system. This filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) under normal conditions.
Page 276 Remove the second filter by replaced by your Honda dealer. sliding it to the left, then pulling it Install the new filter in the case. out.
Page 277: Drive Belt
Proper range Examine the edges of the belt for you see signs of wear, have the drive cracks or fraying. belt replaced by your Honda dealer as soon as possible. INDICATOR An auto-tensioner adjusts the tension of the drive belt. The pointer on the auto-tensioner should be in the proper range.
Page 278 Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Use a gauge to measure the air Inflation tires must be the proper type and Keeping the tires properly inflated pressure at least once a month. Even size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of tires that are in good condition may tread, and correctly inflated.
Page 279 Normal Driving Speed Driving driven several miles), you will see The following chart shows the Honda strongly recommends that readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 recommended cold tire pressures for you not drive faster than posted to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than the cold...
Page 280 Tires Inspection Maintenance INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Page 281 Improper wheel weights can damage To help increase tire life and your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use distribute wear more evenly, you only genuine Honda wheel weights f or should have the tires rotated every balancing. 10,000 miles (16,000 km). Move the tires to the positions shown in the chart each time they are rotated.
Page 282 It is best to replace all four tires at your Honda dealer. accuracy. the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, then replace the two front tires or the two rear tires as a pair.
Page 283 If you mount snow tires on your ＋ Wheels: ‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an Honda, make sure they are radial all-weather tread design. They tires of the same size and load range 15 x 6JJ should be suitable for most winter as the original tires.
Page 284 Tires When installing cables, follow the Tire Chains Because your Honda has limited tire manufacturer’s instructions and clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ mount them as tightly as you can. Traction devices that are the wrong cable-type traction devices on the Drive slowly with them installed.
Page 285 Lights Check the operation of your vehicle’s exterior lights at least once a month. FRONT PARKING LIGHT A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your vehicle’s visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 286 Lights Check the following: HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT STOP/TAILLIGHTS Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights SIDE MARKER LIGHT Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out,...
Page 287 Adjustment of the headlights should objects. If you touch the glass, clean be performed by a Honda technician it with denatured alcohol and a clean or other qualified mechanic. cloth.
Page 288 Lights Unclip the end of the hold-down Pull the burned out bulb straight Replacing a Front Side Marker/ wire from its slot. Pivot it out of out of its socket. Push the new Turn Signal Light Bulb the way and remove the bulb. bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms.
Page 289 Lights Insert the socket back into the Replacing a Front Parking Light headlight assembly. Turn it Bulb clockwise to lock it in place. BOLT Turn on the parking lights and check that the new bulb is working. COVER Reinstall the radiator support cover.
Page 290 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs COVER BULBS SCREW Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to Determine which of the four bulbs the edge of the cover. Remove the remove the taillight assembly is burned out: stop/taillight, back- covers by carefully prying on the mounting screw under each cover.
Page 291 Lights Pull the burned out bulb straight Replacing a Rear License Plate out of its socket. Push the new Bulb bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the BULB new bulb is working.
Page 292 Lights Test the lights to make sure the Replacing a High-mount Brake new bulb is working. Light Bulb Put the socket back into the light assembly and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Put the cover back onto the light assembly.
Page 293 Lights Replacing Interior Light Bulbs CEILING LIGHT SPOTLIGHTS Although the ceiling light, cargo area light and spotlights come apart the same way, they do not use the same type of bulbs. BULB BULBS LENS LENS Remove the lens by carefully Ceiling light: prying on the edge of the lens with Pry on the rear edge of the lens...
Page 294 Lights CARGO AREA LIGHT BULB LENS Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs. Push the new bulb into the metal tabs. Snap the lens back in place. Maintenance...
Page 295: Storing Your Vehicle
Change the engine oil and filter Disconnect the battery. If you store your vehicle for 12 (see page months or longer, have your Honda Support the front and rear wiper dealer perform the inspections called Wash and dry the exterior...
Page 296: Appearance Care
Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care ......... your Honda helps to keep it ‘‘new’’ Washing ........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing ........on how to clean your vehicle and Aluminum Wheels ....preserve its appearance: the paint, Paint Touch-up ......
Page 297: Exterior Care
Exterior Care Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with When you have washed and rinsed Washing Frequent washing helps preserve cool water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a your vehicle’s beauty. Dirt and grit chamois or soft towel. Letting it can scratch the paint, while tree sap Fill a bucket with cool water.
Page 298 You solution, and rinse them thoroughly. form into beads or droplets after should use a polish on your Honda if waxing. the finish does not have its original The wheels have a protective clear- shine after using a wax.
Page 299 Exterior Care Inspect your vehicle frequently for Paint Touch-up Your dealer has touch-up paint to chips or scratches in the paint. match your vehicle’s color. The color Repair them right away to prevent code is printed on a sticker on the corrosion of the metal underneath.
Page 300: Interior Care
Periodically shampoo the carpet to keep it looking new. Use one of the If you use a non-Honda floor mat in foam-type carpet cleaners on the the driver’s footwell, make sure it market. Follow the instructions that...
Page 301 Interior Care Fabric Vinyl Seat Belts Vacuum dirt and dust out of the Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum material frequently. For general cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft LOOP cleaning, use a solution of mild soap cloth dampened in a solution of mild and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
Page 302 Interior Care Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Windows Air Fresheners belt anchors can cause the belts to Clean the windows, inside and out, If you want to use an air freshener/ retract slowly. Wipe the insides of with a commercially-available glass deodorizer in the interior of your the loops with a clean cloth...
Page 303: Corrosion Protection
Two factors normally contribute to Many corrosion-preventive measures Use a high-pressure spray to clean causing corrosion in your vehicle: are built into your Honda. You can the underside of your vehicle. This help keep your vehicle from is especially important in areas Moisture trapped in body cavities.
Page 304: Body Repairs
If your insurance company, tell them you vehicle needs repairs after a collision, want genuine Honda parts used in pay close attention to the parts used the repair. Although most insurers in the repair and the quality of the recognize the quality of original work.
Page 305: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Changing a Flat Tire ....common problems that motorists If Your Engine Won’t Start ..experience with their vehicles. It Nothing Happens or the Starter gives you information about how to Motor Operates Very safely evaluate the problem and what Slowly...
Page 306 Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder The vehicle can easily roll off of a busy road is dangerous. Drive the jack, seriously injuring slowly along the shoulder until you anyone underneath.
Page 307 Changing a Flat Tire COVER STOP To keep the tailgate door open, The tool and jack are behind a Turn the jack’s end bracket use the stop from the tool kit. Put cover in the cargo area on the counterclockwise to loosen it, then the stop on the support strut as passenger’s side.
Page 308 Changing a Flat Tire Remove the spare tire cover. Do Soft vinyl spare tire cover not forcibly pull off the cover or On LX and EX models in the U.S. and you may damage it. Canada On LX and EX models in the U.S. and Canada Your vehicle is equipped with a soft vinyl spare tire cover.
Page 309 Changing a Flat Tire Hard plastic spare tire cover On EX-L model in Canada CENTER SPACER Unzip the flap around the lower Pull out the bottom of the cover, Pull off the center spacer. Using edge of the cover. then gradually pull it off. the wheel wrench, loosen the three wheel nuts and remove them.
Page 310 Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION WHEEL NUT JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH Loosen the five wheel nuts 1/2 Locate the jacking point nearest Use the extension and wheel turn with the wheel wrench. the tire you need to change. It is wrench as shown to raise the pointed to by an arrow molded into vehicle until the flat tire is off the...
Page 311 Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Remove the wheel nuts, then Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the remove the flat tire. Temporarily wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, place the flat tire on the ground surface of the wheel and hub with then tighten them in a crisscross with the outside surface of the...
Page 312 Changing a Flat Tire CENTER SPACER Lower the vehicle to the ground Tighten the wheel nuts securely in Put the flat tire on the spare tire and remove the jack. the same crisscross pattern. Have holder. Put the wheel nuts on the wheel nut torque checked at finger-tight, then tighten them the nearest automotive service...
Page 313 Changing a Flat Tire Soft vinyl spare tire cover On LX and EX models in the U.S. and Loose items can fly around the Canada interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
Page 314 Changing a Flat Tire OUTSIDE SEAM SPARE TIRE BRACKET Starting at the top of the tire, Pull the bottom of the cover over Zip the cover closed. position the outside seam of the the tire. cover slightly over the outside edge of the tire.
Page 315 Changing a Flat Tire Hard plastic spare tire cover On EX-L model in Canada Place the top of the cover over the Make sure the cover is horizontal. Zip the cover closed. spare tire, then gradually push the If needed, pivot the cover until the bottom of the cover over the cover is horizontal.
Page 316 If Your Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why your engine won’t Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Nothing Happens or the Starter start falls into two areas, depending Turn on the headlights and check Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to their brightness.
Page 317 If Your Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Turn the go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor’s ignition switch to ON (II) for a engine, either the battery is dis- speed sounds normal, or even faster minute and watch the fuel gauge.
Page 318: Jump Starting
You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing If a battery sits in extreme cold, the or pulling it.
Page 319 Pull it to the negative ( ) terminal on ＋ − Honda’s battery. Connect the away from the grounding strap. the booster battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ) other end to the grounding strap ＋...
Page 320 Jump Starting Start your vehicle. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal- to-metal contact. Once your vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 321: If Your Engine Overheats
If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running and the midrange under most conditions. watch the temperature gauge. If Steam and spray from an It may go higher if you are driving up the high heat is due to overloading overheated engine can...
Page 322 If Your Engine Overheats Look for any obvious coolant leaks, Start the engine and set the such as a split radiator hose. temperature control dial to Everything is still extremely hot, maximum. Add coolant to the Removing the radiator cap so use caution.
Page 323: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator If necessary, add oil to bring the LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical Start the engine and watch the oil damage almost immediately.
Page 324: Charging System Indicator
Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not drive several miles (kilometers) to use other electrically-operated before the battery is too discharged controls such as the power windows.
Page 325: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap malf unction indicator lamp on, you can and tighten it until it clicks several damage your vehicle’s emissions times.
Page 326 Malfunction Indicator Lamp If possible, do not take your vehicle Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness for a state emissions test until the codes’’ that are part of the on-board readiness codes are set. To check if diagnostics for the emissions they are set, turn the ignition ON (II), systems.
Page 327: Brake System Indicator
Because of the inspected by your Honda dealer It comes on and stays lit if you do not brake system’s dual-circuit design, a immediately.
Page 328: Closing The Moonroof
Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close NOTCH SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating. Try closing the moonroof.
Page 329 Fuses All the electrical circuits in your UNDER-HOOD INTERIOR vehicle have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The under-hood fuse box is located The interior fuse box is underneath in the engine compartment on the the steering column.
Page 330 Fuses Turn the ignition switch to LOCK Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE If something electrical in your (0). Make sure the headlights and vehicle stops working, the first thing all other accessories are off. you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages Remove the cover from the fuse , or the diagram on the...
Page 331 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you FUSE PULLER 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 332 Fuses If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious Replacing a f use with one that has a electrical problem in your vehicle. higher rating greatly increases the Leave the blown fuse in that chances of damaging the electrical circuit and have your vehicle system.
Page 333 Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 7.5 A Power Window Relay 20 A Moonroof 7.5 A Accessory, Radio 7.5 A Rear Wiper 7.5 A Meter Not Used − 7.5 A Daytime running lights ＊ 10 A 10 A Remote Control Mirrors 20 A LAF Heater 20 A...
Page 334 Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX No. Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Condenser Fan 15 A Small Light 15 A Interior Light 20 A Cooling Fan 15 A Hazard 15 A FI ECU 15 A Horn, Stop Not Used − 10 A Back Up 30 A ABS Motor...
Page 335: Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, Refer to Towing Your Vehicle call a professional towing service or, on page Behind a Motorhome if you belong to one, an organization for non-emergency towing Towing a 4WD CR-V with only two that provides roadside assistance.
Page 336: Technical Information
....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ...... System ........
Page 337: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER numbers located in various places. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 338 Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 339: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions Length 178.6 in (4,537 mm) Engine Automatic Transmission ＊ Width 70.2 in (1,782 mm) coolant Change 1.43 US gal (5.4 ) Height 66.2 in (1,682 mm) Total 1.88 US gal (7.1 ) Wheelbase 103.1 in (2,620 mm) Manual Transmission ＊...
Page 340 Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page or the fuse label Charge quantity 17.0 18.7 oz (480 530 g) − − attached to the inside of the fuse Lubricant type SP-10 box door under the steering column.
Page 341 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction − AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 342 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Warning: The temperature grade for Temperature − A, B, C 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 over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 343: Oxygenated Fuels
Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and If you notice any undesirable being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved operating symptoms, try another ether compound. These gasolines percentages of oxygenates: service station or switch to another are collectively referred to as brand of gasoline.
Page 344: Driving In Foreign Countries
Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 345: Emissions Controls
‘‘smog.’’ the engine is started and warmed up, Carbon monoxide does not contri- ＊ In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the vapor is drawn into the engine bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian Motor Vehicle and burned during driving.
Page 346 Powertrain Control Module minimize the amount of HC, CO, and genuine Honda replacement parts or (PCM) uses various sensors to NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The their equivalent for repairs. Using...
Page 347: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...
Page 348: State Emissions Testing
State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state 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 349 If the testing facility determines the pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary readiness codes are still not set, see slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot your Honda dealer. do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
Page 350 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 351 Customer Relations Office. vehicle to you Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 250-4318 Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard Torrance, California 90501-2746 Tel: (800) 999-1009...
Page 352: Warranty Coverages
Warranty Coverages a seat U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty − Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is provides prorated Warranty − warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 353 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 354: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 355: Authorized Manuals
Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 356: Index
Index Anti-theft Steering Column Brakes Lock ..........Anti-lock System (ABS) ... Accessories and Modifications . Appearance Care ......Break-in, New Linings ..... Accessories ........ Audio System ........ Bulb Replacement ....Additional Safety Precautions . Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . Fluid ...........
Page 357 Index Bulb Replacement ＊ Changing Oil ......... Consumer Information ....Rear Side Marker Lights ..How to ........Controls, Instruments and ..... Specifications ......When to ........Coolant Spotlights ........Charging System Indicator . 66, 326 Adding ........Turn Signal Lights ....
Page 358 Index Changing a Flat Tire ....Dipstick Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Charging System Indicator ..Automatic Transmission ..Belts by ......... 21 Checking the Fuses ....Engine Oil ........Exterior, Cleaning the ....Low Oil Pressure Indicator ..Directional Signals ......
Page 359 Index Fluids Gasohol .......... Daytime Running Lights .... Automatic Transmission ..Gasoline ......... High Beam Indicator ....Brake .......... Fuel Reserve Indicator ....Reminder Beeper ......Clutch ......... Gauge ........... Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..Manual Transmission ....Octane Requirement ....Turning on ........
Page 360 Index Infant Restraint ....... Infant Seats ........LATCH Anchorage System ..Maintenance ........Label, Certification ....... Lower Anchors ......Owner Maintenance Checks . Lane Change, Signaling ....Tether Anchorage Points ..Record ......... 243-244 Lap/Shoulder Belts ....17, 50 Inflation, Proper Tire ....
Page 361 Index Outside Temperature Indicator ..73 Protecting Larger Children ..Over Drive ........Protecting Small Children ..Neutral Gear Position ....Overheating, Engine ....Using Child Seats with New Vehicle Break-in ....Owner Maintenance Checks ..Tethers ........Normal Shift Speeds .....
Page 362 Index Replacement Information Safety Features ......... Service Intervals ......Air Cleaner Element ....Airbags ......... ＊ Service Manual ......Dust and Pollen Filter ....Door Locks ........Service Station Procedures ..Engine Coolant ......Head Restraints ......Setting the Clock ....
Page 363 Index Three Way Catalytic Converter . SRS, Additional Information ..Supplemental Restraint Time, Setting the ....144, 162 Additional Safety Precautions . System ........ 10, 54 Tire Chains ........Airbag Service ......Servicing ........Tire, How to Change a Flat ..
Page 364 Index Transmission Windows Checking Fluid Level, Cleaning ........Automatic ......Vehicle Capacity Load ....Operating the Power ....Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Dimensions ...... Rear, Defogger ......Manual ........Vehicle Identification Number ..Windshield Fluid Selection ....260, 261 Vehicle Storage ......
Page 365: Service Information Summary
26 psi (180 kPa , 1.8 kgf/cm ) detergent oil (see page 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) Oil change capacity (including Rear Differential Fluid: filter): Honda Dual Pump Fluid. Do not 4.4 US qt (4.2 ) use ATF (see page Automatic Transmission Fluid: Capacity: Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic 1.1 US qt (1.0 )

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