Page 1 This manual will be replaced with a hyperlinked version at the end of the model year. © 2006 Honda Motor Co., Ltd. P/N 31SVA600...
Page 2 The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2006 Honda Civic was a wise investment. As you read this manual, you will It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
Page 4 A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important responsibility. on the vehicle. Safety Labels preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of...
Page 5 Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ....................Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ............(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) Instruments and Controls .......... . 53 (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) Features ........
Page 6 Overview of Contents Contents Before Driving Warranty and Customer A convenient reference to the What gasoline to use, how to break- Relations sections in this manual. in your new vehicle, and how to load (U.S. and Canada only) luggage and other cargo. A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle, and how Your Vehicle at a Glance...
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance HAZARD WARNING MOONROOF SWITCH (P.98) INSTRUMENT PANEL BUTTON (P.72) (P.55) INDICATORS (P.63) GAUGES CLOCK (P.173) DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) PASSENGER’S FRONT MIRROR CONTROLS AIRBAG (P.9, 23) (P.100) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.115) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.77) HEATING/COOLING POWER WINDOW...
Page 8 Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF (P.70) (P.69) INDICATOR (P.29) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.71) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P.64) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P.63) REAR WINDOW MIRROR CONTROLS DEFOGGER (P.100) (P.72) HEATED MIRRORS (P.101) HORN HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.72) TILT/...
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Additional Information About All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Your Seat Belts ......18 Back Seat ........33 yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belt System Components . 18 The Passenger’s Front Airbag shows you how to use seat belts.
Page 10: Important Safety Precautions
Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Restrain All Children every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this Children age 12 and under should and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. ride properly restrained in a back drink and drive, either.
Page 11: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers (11) during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 12 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also includes Keep you from being thrown out injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 13 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle also has side airbags to Your vehicle also has side curtain restraint system (SRS) with front help protect the upper torso of the airbags to help protect the heads of airbags to help protect the heads and driver or a front seat passenger the driver, front passenger, and...
Page 14 Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens
Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Locking the doors reduces the Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it protect the driver, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from and teenage children who are large accidentally opening a door and...
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, make sure the head restraint is adjusted to Reclining the seat-back too far its highest position. can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat This spreads the forces of a crash Belts over the strongest bones in your Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 19: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting In addition, an occupant who is out of Never place the shoulder portion of a Position position in the front seat can be lap/shoulder belt under your arm or This could cause After all occupants have adjusted seriously or fatally injured in a crash behind your back.
Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women
Protecting Adults and Teens Advice for Pregnant Women When driving, remember to sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and adjust the seat as far Two people should never use the back as possible while allowing full If they do, they same seat belt. control of the vehicle.
Page 21 Protecting Adults and Teens Keep your hands and arms away Never let passengers ride on top of If your If they do, from the airbag covers. a folded-down rear seat. hands or arms are close to an they could be very seriously airbag cover, they could be injured injured in a crash.
Page 22: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components If a front passenger does not fasten The seat belts use the same Your seat belt system includes lap/ their seat belt, the indicator will monitoring system as the front shoulder belts in all five seating come on about 6 seconds after the airbags.
Page 23: Lap/Shoulder Belt
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt All seat belts have an emergency Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The lap and shoulder belt goes over locking retractor. In normal driving, your shoulder, across your chest, the retractor lets you move freely in and across your hips.
Page 24: Seat Belt Maintenance
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious When the tensioners are activated, Honda provides a lifetime warranty injury or death if the seat belts the seat belts will remain tight until on seat belts for U.S. models. See...
Page 25: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components (12) (8) (9) (17) (2) (13) (17) (11) (10) (1) Driver’s Airbag (2) Front Passenger’s Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor (7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors (8) Front Impact Sensors (16)
Page 26 Additional Information About Your Airbags Your airbag system includes: Sensors that can detect a A sophisticated electronic system Two SRS (supplemental restraint moderate to severe front impact or that continually monitors and system) front airbags. The driver’s side impact. records information about the airbag is stored in the center of sensors, the control unit, the the steering wheel;...
Page 27: How Your Front Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the dashboard that How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt alerts you that the passenger’s restrains your lower body and torso, front airbag has been turned off and the front airbag helps protect (see page your head and chest.
Page 28 Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what Dual-Threshold Airbags looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are also dual- powder from the airbag’s surface. threshold airbags. Airbags with this Although the powder is not harmful, feature have two deployment people with respiratory problems thresholds that depend on whether...
Page 29 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda under the front seats. too far forward, the airbag will does not encourage carrying an...
Page 30: How Your Side Airbags Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags When the airbag is turned off, an Moving the front seat forcibly How Your Side Airbags Work indicator in the center of the back against cargo on the seat or dashboard will come on indicating floor behind it.
Page 31 To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage indicator will go out. side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, if sensors in...
Page 32: Work
Additional Information About Your Airbags How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s How the SRS Indicator Works Work side, the passenger’s side curtain The SRS indicator alerts airbag will inflate even if there are no you to a potential problem occupants on that side of the vehicle.
Page 33: How The Side Airbag Off Indicator Works
Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the Side Airbag Off How the Passenger Airbag Off the airbags and seat belt tensioners Indicator Works Indicator Works may not work properly when you U.S. Canada need them.
Page 34: Airbag Service
Additional Information About Your Airbags If no one is riding in the front seat, Airbag Service The SRS indicator alerts you to a the airbag will be automatically shut Your airbag systems are virtually Take your vehicle to an problem. off.
Page 35: Additional Safety Precautions
If it is necessary to confirm that the passenger’s remove or modify a front seat to advanced front airbag is operating accommodate a person with properly. disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.
Page 36: Protecting Children General Guidelines
Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained. In fact, vehicle seriously injured or killed in a accidents are the number one cause crash.
Page 37: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Can Pose Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Front airbags have been designed to the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are help protect adults in a moderate to with a passenger’s front airbag can...
Page 38 Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Models DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISOR children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels.
Page 39: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Protecting Children General Guidelines If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Additional Safety Precautions Children Attention Never hold an infant or child on Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put If you are not wearing a your lap.
Page 40 Protecting Children General Guidelines Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys/remote Leaving children without vehicle. transmitters out of the reach of adult supervision is illegal in most Even very young children. states and Canadian provinces, children learn how to unlock and can be very hazardous.
Page 41: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Two types of seats may be used: a Rear-facing Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 42: Protecting Small Children
Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small strongly recommend that you install child use the child seat until the child the child seat directly behind the reaches the weight or height limit front passenger’s seat, move the seat for the seat.
Page 43: Selecting A Child Seat
Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- Selecting a Child Seat In seating positions and vehicles not facing child seat in the front, move When buying a child seat, you need equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- the vehicle seat as far to the rear as to choose either a conventional child...
Page 44: Installing A Child Seat
Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should fit the After selecting a proper child seat should not reduce the child seat’s vehicle seating position (or and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 45: With Latch
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with BUTTONS LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
Page 46 Installing a Child Seat Attach the tether strap hook to the TETHER STRAP HOOK tether anchor, then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. Flexible type ANCHOR Other LATCH-compatible seats...
Page 47: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver’s have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a...
Page 48 Installing a Child Seat To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. After confirming that the belt is Push and pull the child seat locked, grab the shoulder part of forward and from side-to-side to the belt near the buckle, and pull verify that it is secure enough to...
Page 49: With A Tether
Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Anchor Tether Front Front TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR ANCHOR Outer position Center position ANCHOR COVER After properly securing the child Tighten the strap according to the A child seat with a tether can be seat (see page ), adjust the...
Page 50: Protecting Larger Children
Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front belt.
Page 51: Using A Booster Seat
Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states and Canadian provinces between the child’s neck and arm? also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or Is the lap part of the belt as low as weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs).
Page 52: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Protecting Larger Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And seat until the tops of their ears are Front while age may be one indicator of even with the top of the vehicle’s or The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front, booster’s seat-back.
Page 53: Additional Safety Precautions
Protecting Larger Children If you decide that a child can safely Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a ride up front, be sure to: Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck.
Page 54: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
Page 55: Safety Labels
Safety Labels These labels are in the locations DASHBOARD SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential U.S. models only U.S. models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 56 Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models...
Page 57 Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......54 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 78 the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......55 Remote Transmitter ......85 contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..
Page 58: Control Locations
Control Locations MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 98) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 55) GAUGES (P. 63) CLOCK (P. 173) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 100) POWER DOOR LOCK AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115) MASTER SWITCH (P. 77) POWER WINDOW HEATING/ SWITCHES COOLING (P. 96) CONTROLS (P.
Page 59: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX, EX SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 62) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM SUPPLEMENTAL DAYTIME PARKING BRAKE AND OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM RUNNING (P. 61) INDICATOR (P. 58) BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.
Page 60 Instrument Panel SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 62) REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P. 60) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P. 62) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS ON HIGH BEAM SUPPLEMENTAL PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM DAYTIME OFF INDICATOR INDICATOR INDICATOR RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 58) RUNNING (P.
Page 61: Instrument Panel Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many If your front passenger does not Charging System indicators to give you important fasten their seat belt, the indicator Indicator information about your vehicle. comes on about 6 seconds after the If this indicator comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON engine is running, the battery is not (II) position.
Page 62 Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada U.S. Canada System Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when Parking Brake and Brake System you turn the ignition switch to the Side Airbag Off Indicator ON (II) position. If it comes on at This indicator comes on when you Indicator This indicator has two functions:...
Page 63 Instrument Panel Indicators Anti-lock Brake System Immobilizer System (ABS) Indicator Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator comes on briefly when Turn Signal and Hazard Warning a few seconds when you turn the you turn the ignition switch to the Indicators ignition switch to the ON (II) ON (II) position.
Page 64 Instrument Panel Indicators Electric Power Steering If you turn the steering wheel to the Rev Limit Indicator (EPS) Indicator full left or right repeatedly while Si model only stopping or driving at very low speed, LEV LIMIT INDICATOR This indicator normally comes on you may feel slightly harder steering when you turn the ignition switch to due to overheating of the steering...
Page 65 Instrument Panel Indicators ‘‘Daytime Running Cruise Main Indicator Trunk-open Indicator Lights’’ Indicator If this indicator comes on when you This indicator comes on if the trunk If equipped turn the ignition switch to the ON This indicator comes on when you lid is not closed tightly.
Page 66 Instrument Panel Indicators Lights On Indicator Security System Indicator Low Fuel Indicator This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW FUEL INDICATOR when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off the light switch, this...
Page 67: Gauges
Gauges SEL/RESET BUTTON SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE TACHOMETER To switch the information display between the odometer, trip meter, and outside temperature (if equipped), and engine oil life and maintenance service items, press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. INFORMATION DISPLAY ODOMETER/AVERAGE FUEL TRIP METER MILEAGE/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR...
Page 68: Display Change Button
Gauges Display Change Button Odometer Trip Meter This shows the total distance your This meter shows the number of DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON vehicle has been driven. It measures miles or kilometers driven since you miles or kilometers. last reset it. It is illegal under U.S.
Page 69: Outside Temperature Indicator
Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator If the outside temperature is In certain weather conditions, incorrectly displayed, you can adjust temperature readings indicate near If equipped This indicator displays the outside 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C in freezing (32°F, 0°C) and the display temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.
Page 70: Fuel Gauge
Gauges Fuel Gauge Temperature Gauge Check Fuel Cap Indicator This shows how much fuel you have. This shows the temperature of the If your fuel fill cap is loose or It may show slightly more or less engine’s coolant. During normal missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’...
Page 71: Maintenance Minder
Gauges If the system still detects a loose or Maintenance Minder missing fuel fill cap, the malfunction The information display in the indicator lamp (MIL) comes on. instrument panel shows you the Turn the engine off, and check or engine oil life and maintenance retighten the fuel fill cap until it service items when the ignition clicks at least once.
Page 72: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 70) (P. 69) PASSENGER’S AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 29) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 71) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 100) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 72) HEATED MIRRORS (P.
Page 73: Windshield Wipers And Washers
Windshield Wipers and Washers MIST The wipers run at high Windshield Washer Pull the speed until you release the lever. wiper control lever toward you, and hold it. The washers spray until you The wipers are not activated. release the lever. The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more The wipers operate every sweep after you release the lever.
Page 74: Turn Signal And Headlights
Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the High Beams Push the lever lever to signal a left turn and up to forward until you hear a click to turn signal a right turn. To signal a lane on the high beams.
Page 75: Instrument Panel Brightness
Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness when you reach the maximum or With the headlight switch off or in minimum brightness. The display CONTROL BUTTONS position, the high beam returns to the odometer 5 seconds headlights and the high beam after you stop adjusting the indicator come on with reduced brightness.
Page 76: Hazard Warning Button
Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Defogger Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.
Page 77: Steering Wheel Adjustments
Steering Wheel Adjustments Make any steering wheel Push the lever up to lock the adjustments before you start driving. steering wheel in position. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, Adjusting the steering wheel and out.
Page 78: Keys And Locks
You should have received a key DX model (except Canadian DX-G) number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever MASTER KEYS (Black) have to get a lost key replaced. Use KEY NUMBER VALET KEY only Honda-approved key blanks. (Gray)
Page 79: Immobilizer System
Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System These keys contain electronic Immobilizer System If the system repeatedly does not circuits that are activated by the The immobilizer system protects recognize the coding of your key, immobilizer system. They will not your vehicle from theft. If an contact your dealer.
Page 80: Ignition Switch
Immobilizer System, Ignition Switch Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the As required by the FCC: anti-theft lock may make it difficult This device complies with Part 15 of the to turn the key. Firmly turn the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the steering wheel to the left or right as following two conditions: (1) This device you turn the key.
Page 81: Door Locks
Ignition Switch, Door Locks You will hear a reminder beeper if Door Locks On DX model except Canadian DX-G you leave the key in the LOCK (0) or To lock the passenger’s door when the ACCESSORY (I) position and LOCK TAB getting out of the vehicle, pull out LOCK open the driver’s door.
Page 82: Power Door Locks
Door Locks Power Door Locks The lock tab on the passenger’s door Auto Door Locking/Unlocking locks and unlocks only that door. On LX, EX, and Si model in the U.S., and Pushing in the driver’s door lock tab DX-G, LX, EX, and Si models in Canada only unlocks the driver’s door.
Page 83 Door Locks Auto Door Locking Set the parking brake. To activate either auto door lock The auto door locking feature has mode: two or three possible settings, Push and hold the brake pedal, Locks both doors when the vehicle’s depending on the transmission type then move the shift lever out of speed reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h).
Page 84 Door Locks Set the parking brake. Push and hold the front of the Locks both doors when the shift lever is master door lock switch on the moved out of Park (P). Push and hold the front of the driver’s door. You will hear a On vehicles with automatic transmission master door lock switch on the clicking sound, and after about 5...
Page 85 Door Locks Push and hold the front of the Auto Door Unlocking To turn the auto door lock modes master door lock switch on the The auto door unlocking feature has off: driver’s door. You will hear a two or three of these possible clicking sound, and after about 5 settings, depending on the seconds, you will hear another...
Page 86 Door Locks Set the parking brake. To activate either auto door unlock On vehicles with manual transmission Close the driver’s door. mode: Push and hold the brake pedal, Unlocks the driver’s door when the then move the shift lever out of Turn the ignition switch to the ON ignition switch is out of the ON (II) Park (P).
Page 87 Door Locks Push and hold the rear of the Unlocks driver’s door when the shift To turn the auto door unlock modes master door lock switch on the lever is moved to Park (P). off: driver’s door. You will hear a On vehicles with automatic transmission clicking sound, and after about 5 only...
Page 88 Door Locks Push and hold the rear of the Even though your vehicle’s battery is master door lock switch on the removed or goes dead, the system driver’s door. You will hear a keeps the auto door lock/unlock clicking sound, and after about 5 setting which you selected.
Page 89: Remote Transmitter
Remote Transmitter The ceiling light (if the ceiling light U.S.: LX Canada: DX-G, LX, EX, Si U.S. EX and Si models switch is in the center position) and the spotlights (if the switch is in the Door position on EX and Si models) LOCK LOCK will come on when you press the...
Page 90 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter On U.S. EX and Si models Remote Transmitter Care TRUNK RELEASE Press this Avoid dropping or throwing the Battery button for about 1 second to open transmitter. the trunk. You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.
Page 91 Remote Transmitter Separate the transmitter by prying Remove the old battery from the As required by the FCC: its middle seam with your back of the inner cover, and insert This device complies with Part 15 of the fingernail. a new battery into the back of the FCC rules.
Page 92: Trunk
Trunk Keep the trunk lid closed at all times On U.S. EX and Si models Press and hold the trunk release while driving to avoid damaging the Pull button on the remote transmitter. lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
Page 93: Emergency Trunk Opener
Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener MASTER KEY To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone As a safety feature, your vehicle has else: a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the Lock the trunk release handle inside.
Page 94: Seats
Seats Front Seat Adjustments See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat- backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward or To change the seat-back angle, pull backward, pull up on the bar under up on the lever on the outside of the the seat cushion’s front edge.
Page 95 Seats Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Armrest The height of your driver’s seat is To use the console lid as an armrest, adjustable. To raise the seat bottom, slide it to one of its three positions. repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion.
Page 96 Seats Rear Seat Access All models except DX and Canadian Passenger’s Side DX-G After a passenger gets into the back RELEASE LEVER seat, push the seat-back to the upright position, and push the seat backwards until it latches. Make sure the seat is fully latched before sitting in it.
Page 97 Seats Head Restraints FRONT Rear Center Position See page for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints. Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 98 Seats Folding Rear Seat GUIDE RELEASE The back of the rear seat folds down When storing cargo, you can move To release the seat-back, pull the to give you direct access to the trunk. the rear center shoulder belt out of release under the trunk panel.
Page 99 Seats Make sure that the folded-down rear Make sure all rear shoulder belts are seat does not interfere with the front positioned in front of the rear seat- passenger’s seat-back. This will back whenever it is in the upright cause the front passenger’s weight position.
Page 100: Power Windows
Power Windows cancels this function. AUTO To open the driver’s DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH window fully, push the window switch firmly down, then release it. The window automatically goes down all the way. To stop the Closing a power window on window from going all the way down, someone’s hands or fingers can pull back on the window switch...
Page 101 Power Windows When you push the MAIN switch in, If your vehicle’s battery is the switch is OFF, and the disconnected or goes dead, or the passenger’s window cannot be raised driver’s window fuse is removed, the or lowered. To cancel this feature, AUTO function could be disabled.
Page 102: Moonroof
Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, AUTO To open the moonroof MOONROOF SWITCH push on the center of the moonroof fully, pull back the moonroof switch switch. To stop the moonroof to tilt firmly, then release it. The moonroof up fully, push the switch briefly.
Page 103 Moonroof AUTO REVERSE If the The moonroof has a key-off delay. moonroof runs into any obstacle You can open and close the while it is closing automatically, it moonroof for up to 10 minutes after will reverse direction and then stop. you turn off the ignition switch.
Page 104: Mirrors
Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the SELECTOR SWITCH mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.
Page 105: Parking Brake
Mirrors, Parking Brake Power Mirror Heaters Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/ HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER On Canadian LX, EX and Si models...
Page 106: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT VANITY MIRROR SIDE POCKET SUN VISOR COAT HOOK ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET MAP POCKET :If equipped...
Page 107: Beverage Holders
Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Console Compartment Glove Box Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.
Page 108: Coat Hook
Interior Convenience Items Coat Hook Accessory Power Sockets 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. COAT HOOK To use a coat hook, pull it down.
Page 109: Vanity Mirror
Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Sun Visor SUN VISOR EX and Si On EX and Si models To use a vanity mirror on the back of To use the sun visor, pull it down. Another accessory power socket is in the sun visor, pull up the cover.
Page 110: Interior Lights
Interior Lights Ceiling Light After both doors are closed tightly, Spotlights the light dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds. DOOR ACTIVATED The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) comes on when you remove the key from the ignition switch.
Page 111: Courtesy Light
Interior Lights Courtesy Light On EX and Si models The spotlights have a two-position On EX and Si models switch. In the DOOR position, the The courtesy light between the lights come on when you open either spotlights comes on when you turn door.
Page 113 Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....110 Security System ......174 systems in your vehicle provide a Audio System ........ . 115 Cruise Control ....... . 175 comfortable driving environment in Audio System (Models without all weather conditions.
Page 114: Vents, Heating, And A/C
Vents, Heating, and A/C MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL FAN CONTROL DIAL DIAL MAX A/C BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON/ AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON HEATED MIRRORS RECIRCULATION BUTTON If equipped...
Page 115 Vents, Heating, and A/C Fan Control Dial Recirculation Button Rear Window Defogger Button Turn this dial to increase or decrease When the recirculation indicator is This button turns the rear window the fan speed and airflow. on, air from the vehicle’s interior is defogger off and on (see page sent throughout the system again.
Page 116 Vents, Heating, and A/C Air flows from the floor Air flows from the defroster Using the Heater vents. vents at the base of the windshield. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it When you select , the system When you select...
Page 117 Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the A/C you can Dehumidify the Interior If the interior is very warm, Air conditioning places an extra load cool it down more rapidly by partially Air conditioning, as it cools, removes on the engine. Watch the engine opening the windows, turning on the moisture from the air.
Page 118 Vents, Heating, and A/C To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice To Turn Everything Off To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows Turning the fan speed control dial all windows: Select . The system the way to the left shuts the system Set the fan to the desired speed, or automatically switches to fresh air...
Page 119: Audio System
Audio System An audio system is standard on all U.S. EX and Si models U.S. LX model models except the U.S. DX. Read the without navigation system All Canadian models appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle’s audio system. For U.S.
Page 120: Audio System (Models Without Navigation System)
Audio System (Models without navigation system) Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. You can see a message ‘‘WELCOME’’ on the display when your vehicle was new.
Page 121: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the AM/FM Radio U.S. EX and Si models U.S. LX and all Canadian models SCAN AUTO SELECT AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON POWER/VOLUME PRESET SEEK TUNE KNOB POWER/VOLUME PRESET SEEK TUNE KNOB KNOB...
Page 122 Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Play the AM/FM Radio To Select a Station SCAN The scan function samples The ignition switch must be in the You can use any of five methods to all stations with strong signals on the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 123 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Preset Each side of the buttons AUTO SELECT If you are If you do not like the stations auto (1 through 6) can store one traveling far from home and can no select has stored, you can store frequency on AM, and two longer receive your preset stations, other frequencies on the preset...
Page 124 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Adjusting the Sound Adjusts the volume level choose low. If you feel the sound is Press the TUNE (SOUND) knob based on the vehicle speed. too quiet, choose high. repeatedly to display the BASS, TREBLE, FADER, BALANCE, Each mode is shown in the display as This function is set to MID as the...
Page 125: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio (Optional)
Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the XM Satellite Radio Optional on U.S. EX and Si models POWER/VOLUME KNOB Your audio system is capable of DISPLAY BUTTON receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, SCAN BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON except Hawaii and Alaska.
Page 126 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Operating the XM Radio MODE To switch between You may experience periods when To listen to XM radio, turn the channel mode and category mode, XM Radio does not transmit the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY press and hold the DISP/MODE artist’s name and song title (I) or the ON (II) position.
Page 127 Audio System (Models without navigation system) SCAN The scan function gives Use the tune, seek, or scan XM Radio Display Messages you a sampling of all channels while function to tune to a desired in the channel mode. In the category channel.
Page 128 Audio System (Models without navigation system) ‘‘ - - - - ’’ The selected channel number does not exist or is not part Signal may be blocked by Signal weaker in mountains or large obstacles to these areas. of your subscription, or this channel the south.
Page 129 Audio System (Models without navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Your I.D. will appear in the display. Changes or modifications not expressly Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...
Page 130: Playing A Disc
Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a Disc U.S. EX and Si models U.S. LX model All Canadian models EJECT BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON CD BUTTON EJECT LOAD INDICATOR CD BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT RANDOM DISPLAY LOAD INDICATOR RANDOM DISPLAY BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 131 Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Play a Disc NOTE: The specifications of the compatible To load or play discs, the ignition If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is WMA file are: switch must be in the ACCESSORY protected by digital rights Bit rate: (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 132 Audio System (Models without navigation system) You cannot load and play 3-inch the display. Press and hold the DISP To Change or Select Tracks/Files (8-cm) discs in this system. button until the next 16 characters Use the SEEK/SKIP button while a are shown.
Page 133 Audio System (Models without navigation system) repeat, press the RPT button twice. seconds to return to normal play. In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION You will hear a beep and see F-RPT select a different folder, turn the in the display. The system In MP3 or WMA mode TUNE knob to move the beginning continuously replays the current...
Page 134 Audio System (Models without navigation system) SCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN) To Stop Playing a Disc In MP3 or WMA mode The scan function samples all tracks F-SCAN (FOLDER SCAN) This Press the eject button ( ) to (files in MP3 or WMA) on the disc in feature, when activated, samples the remove the disc.
Page 135 Audio System (Models without navigation system) If you turn the system off while a Operating the Optional Disc If you select an empty slot in the disc is playing, either with the Changer magazine, the changer will search power/volume knob or by turning An optional six or eight disc changer for the next available disc to load and off the ignition switch, the disc will...
Page 136: Disc Player Error Messages
Audio System (Models without navigation system) Disc Player Error Messages Error Cause Solution If you see an error message in the Message display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. cannot clear the error message, take FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc...
Page 137: Optional Disc Changer Error Messages
Audio System (Models without navigation system) Optional Disc Changer Error Error Cause Solution Messages Message If you see an error message in the display while playing a disc, find the Press the magazine eject button, and pull the cause in the chart to the right. If you FOCUS Error magazine out.
Page 138: Audio System (Models With Navigation System)
Audio System (Models with navigation system) Voice Control System Playing the AM/FM Radio In addition to the standard audio controls, the audio system in your vehicle can be operated using the voice control system. See the FM2 ICON navigation section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, FM1 ICON AM ICON...
Page 139 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Play the AM/FM Radio The band and frequency that the To Select a Station The ignition switch must be in the radio was last turned to are displayed. You can use any of five methods to ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Page 140 Audio System (Models with navigation system) SEEK The seek function If you do nothing, the system will Each preset button’s frequency is searches up and down from the then scan for the next strong station shown on the bottom of the audio current frequency to find a station and play it for 10 seconds.
Page 141 Audio System (Models with navigation system) AUTO SELECT If you are You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after traveling far from home and can no pressing a preset button if auto longer receive your preset stations, select cannot find a strong station for you can use the auto select feature to every preset button.
Page 142: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio
Audio System (Models with navigation system) Satellite Radio * Playing the XM XM RADIO ICON MODE ICON POWER/VOLUME JOYSTICK KNOB CATEGORY INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET CHANNEL NUMBER TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS * U.S. models only...
Page 143 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Your audio system is capable of Operating the XM Radio MODE To switch between receiving XM Satellite Radio To listen to XM radio, turn the channel mode and category mode, anywhere in the United States, ignition switch to the ACCESSORY touch the MODE icon.
Page 144 Audio System (Models with navigation system) TUNE Press the TUNE bar to Preset You can store up to 12 change channel selections. Press preset channels using each preset for higher numbered channels button or preset icons on the screen. for lower numbered Each preset button or icon stores channels.
Page 145 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the XM Radio Display Messages ‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ The signal is first six channels. currently too weak. Move the vehicle ‘‘LOADING’’ XM is loading the to an area away from tall buildings, Press the XM button again or audio or program information.
Page 146 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south Signal weaker in Signal may be blocked by of the vehicle may cause satellite these areas. mountains or large obstacles to reception interruptions. To help the south.
Page 147 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Depending on where you drive, you bar until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. As required by the FCC: may experience reception problems. Your I.D. will appear in the display. Changes or modifications not expressly Interference can be caused by any of approved by the party responsible for these conditions:...
Page 148 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Adjusting the Sound BALANCE Adjusts the side-to- side strength of the sound. SPEAKER SETTING To adjust the left/right balance, touch the L or R icon. Adjusts the SUBWOOFER strength of sound from the subwoofer speaker. To adjust the sound strength, touch on each side of the adjustment bar.
Page 149 Audio System (Models with navigation system) This function is set to MID as the Audio System Lighting Screen Mode default setting when the vehicle You can select the background You can use the instrument panel leaves the factory. If you feel the screen to display the sound level.
Page 150: Playing A Disc
Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing a Disc CD ICON POWER/VOLUME JOYSTICK KNOB OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON...
Page 151 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Play a Disc Video CDs and DVD discs do not The specifications for compatible You operate the disc player with the work in this unit. WMA files are: same controls used for the radio. To Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 load or play discs, the ignition switch The specifications for compatible...
Page 152 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Load a Disc DISC SLOT OPEN BUTTON CLOSE BUTTON The disc player is behind the Insert a disc about halfway into the To return the screen to the upright navigation screen. To use the disc disc slot.
Page 153 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Push the AUDIO button beside the You can also select an icon with the To Change or Select Tracks/Files screen to show the audio display and joystick. Move it to left, right, up, or operate the disc player.
Page 154 Audio System (Models with navigation system) In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA mode In MP3 or WMA mode FOLDER SELECTION FOLDER REPEAT This feature, FOLDER RANDOM This select a different folder, press either when activated, replays all files on feature, when activated, plays all side of the TUNE bar to move to the the selected folder in the order they...
Page 155 Audio System (Models with navigation system) SCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN) In MP3 or WMA mode Using a Track List The scan function samples all tracks FOLDER SCAN This feature, (files in MP3 or WMA) in the order when activated, samples all the first FOLDER ICON TRACK/FILE ICON they were recorded.
Page 156 Audio System (Models with navigation system) When playing a CD recorded with To Stop Playing a Disc Removing a Disc text data, each track name is shown To play the radio when a disc is To remove a disc from the audio unit, in the audio display.
Page 157 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Operating the Optional Disc Protecting Discs Changer For information on how to handle An optional six or eight disc changer and protect discs, see page is available for your vehicle. This disc changer uses the same controls used for the in-dash disc player or the radio.
Page 158: Disc Player Error Messages
Audio System (Models with navigation system) Disc Player Error Messages Error Cause Solution If you see an error message in the Message display while playing a disc, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. cannot clear the error message, take FOCUS Error Check if it is inserted correctly in the disc...
Page 159: Playing A Pc Card
Audio System (Models with navigation system) Playing a PC Card TRACK LIST ICON PC CARD ICON JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB PLAY MODE ICON OPEN BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON...
Page 160 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Play a PC card Always use the recommended Never insert foreign objects into You operate the PC card player with memory card with the appropriate the PC card slot. the same controls used for the radio adapter (if an adapter is needed).
Page 161 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The specifications for compatible Insert a PC card straight into the slot. Loading a PC Card WMA files are: The drive will read the PC card and Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 PC CARD SLOT begin to play it. Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/ Return the screen to the upright 192 kbps...
Page 162 Audio System (Models with navigation system) There are three play modes: Folder, To Select a Play Mode Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAY MODE icon, then choose one of the PLAY MODE ICON FOLDER MODE modes by touching its icon. When a mode is selected, it is highlighted in blue.
Page 163 Audio System (Models with navigation system) PLAY MODE ICON To select a play mode, push the Select the desired mode by touching After you select the play mode, the AUDIO button to show the audio the appropriate icon, or move the display changes to the selectable display, then touch the PLAY MODE joystick, then press the ENT.
Page 164 Audio System (Models with navigation system) If you select ‘‘Play a New Track List,’’ Icons on the screen can also be To Change or Select Tracks/Files the system goes into the selected selected with the joystick. Move the play mode immediately and begins to joystick left or right and up or down play the files in order to the new list.
Page 165 Audio System (Models with navigation system) SKIP Each time you press and TRACK REPEAT (FILE TRACK RANDOM (Random release (preset 6), the player REPEAT) To continuously replay within a folder) This feature skips forward to the beginning of the a file, press and release the RPT plays the files within a folder in next file.
Page 166 Audio System (Models with navigation system) The system then selects and plays FOLDER/ARTIST/ALBUM Pressing either of the SKIP buttons files randomly. This continues until SCAN This feature, when (preset 5 or 6), selecting a different you deactivate each random play by activated, samples the first file in folder/artist/album with the TUNE pressing the RDM button again, or...
Page 167 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Using a Track List FOLDER ICON ARTIST NAME TRACK LIST ICON RETURN ICON You can also select a file directly To scroll through the display, touch In artist mode, the artist name is from a track list on the audio display. icon on the side of the displayed on the right side of each Press the AUDIO button to show the...
Page 168 Audio System (Models with navigation system) Song Search Function SONG SEARCH ICON ALBUM NAME TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON RETURN ICON ALBUM ICON ARTIST ICON Folder mode is shown. In album mode, the album name is When you select ‘‘Song Search’’ from You can then select any of three displayed on the right side of each the track list display, the song search...
Page 169 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To cancel the selected letter, select Searching for a Song Title by Keyword Searching for a Song by Artist Name the letter and touch the Delete icon. To select more characters, touch the MORE ICON ARTIST LIST More icon.
Page 170 Audio System (Models with navigation system) To Stop Playing a PC card Searching for a Song by Album Name Removing a PC Card To play the radio when a PC card is To remove a PC card from the audio playing, press the AM/FM button or unit, fold back the screen by ALBUM LIST...
Page 171: Am/Fm Radio Reception
AM/FM Radio Reception Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions.
Page 172 AM/FM Radio Reception Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects...
Page 173: Protecting Your Discs
Protecting Your Discs General Information Protecting Discs When using CD-R or CD-RW discs, When a disc is not being played, use only high quality discs labeled store it in its case to protect it from for audio use. dust and other contamination. To prevent warpage, keep discs out of When recording a CD-R or direct sunlight and extreme heat.
Page 174: Remote Audio Controls
Remote Audio Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume beep. The system searches up or CH BUTTON MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top down from the current frequency to or bottom of the button, hold it until find a station with a strong signal.
Page 175 Remote Audio Controls, Playing an Optional Audio Unit If you are playing a PC card, press Auxiliary Input Jack the top ( ) of the CH button to The auxiliary input jack is advance to the next file. Press the underneath the accessory power bottom ( ) to go back to the socket on the front panel.
Page 176: Radio Theft Protection
Radio Theft Protection If your vehicle’s battery is U.S. LX, EX, Si and all Canadian models Your vehicle’s audio system will disconnected or goes dead, or the disable itself if it is disconnected radio fuse is removed, the audio from electrical power for any reason. system will disable itself.
Page 177: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock On models without navigation system U.S. LX and all Canadian models U.S. EX and Si models If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will CLOCK BUTTON CLOCK BUTTON need to set the clock. To set the time, press the CLOCK (AM, AM/FM) button until the displayed time begins to blink, then release the button.
Page 178: Security System
Security System alarm will sound if the trunk lock is If equipped SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR The security system helps to protect forced, or the trunk is opened with your vehicle and valuables from theft. the trunk release handle or the The horn sounds and a combination emergency trunk opener.
Page 179: Cruise Control
Cruise Control Using Cruise Control Press and release the DECEL/ If equipped Cruise control allows you to maintain SET button on the steering wheel. a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL The CRUISE CONTROL indicator without keeping your foot on the on the instrument panel comes on accelerator pedal.
Page 180 Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 181 Cruise Control Cancelling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button, of these ways: or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system remembers the previously Tap the brake or clutch pedal. set cruising speed.
Page 183: Before Driving
Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......180 vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....180 gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..181 levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........
Page 184: Break-In Period
Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation We recommend using quality Help assure your vehicle’s future gasolines containing detergent All models except Si reliability and performance by paying Your vehicle is designed to operate additives that help prevent fuel extra attention to how you drive on unleaded gasoline with a pump system and engine deposits.
Page 185: Service Station Procedures
Service Station Procedures Some gasoline today is blended with Refueling oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to Push Gasoline is highly flammable operate on oxygenated gasoline and explosive. You can be containing up to 10% ethanol by burned or seriously injured volume and up to 15% MTBE by when handling fuel.
Page 186: Opening And Closing The Hood
Service Station Procedures Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood You may hear a hissing sound as until it clicks at least once. If you pressure inside the tank escapes. do not properly tighten the cap, HOOD RELEASE HANDLE The fuel fill cap is attached to the...
Page 187: Oil Check
Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK SUPPORT ROD LATCH CLIP DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Put your fingers under the front Pull the support rod out of its clip Wait a few minutes after turning the edge of the hood near the center. by holding the grip, and insert the engine off before you check the oil.
Page 188 Service Station Procedures DIPSTICK DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX UPPER MARK LOWER MARK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Remove the dipstick again, and If it is near or below the lower mark, check the level. It should be Adding Engine Oil on page between the upper and lower marks.
Page 189: Engine Coolant Check
Service Station Procedures, Fuel Economy Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK according to the maintenance minder displayed in the information display. See Owner’s on page Maintenance Checks an underinflated tire For example, causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’...
Page 190: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories The air conditioning puts an extra Your dealer has Honda accessories Follow all instructions in this load on the engine which makes it that allow you to personalize your owner’s manual regarding use more fuel.
Page 191 (see page ) or interfere with Lowering your vehicle with a the proper operation of your non-Honda suspension kit that If you plan to modify your vehicle, vehicle. significantly reduces ground consult your dealer. clearance can allow the...
Page 192: Carrying Cargo
Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET Glove box Door and seat-back pockets CENTER POCKET Console compartment Center pocket Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
Page 193 Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for determining correct load The resulting figure equals the The maximum load for your vehicle limit: available amount of cargo and is 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S. models luggage load capacity. and 395 kg for Canadian models. Locate the statement, ‘‘the For example, if the maximum load This figure includes the total weight...
Page 194 Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Cargo Net Compartment Distribute cargo evenly on the Optional Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the The cargo net can be used to help be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and hold down items stored in the trunk.
Page 195 Driving This section gives you tips on Driving Guidelines ......192 starting the engine under various Preparing to Drive ......193 conditions, and how to operate the Starting the Engine ......194 manual and automatic transmissions. Manual Transmission ....
Page 196: Driving Guidelines
Driving Guidelines Because of the low-profile tires Si model Your vehicle is designed to give you fitted to your vehicle, the alloy optimum handling and performance wheels are closer to the ground. on well-maintained roads. As part of Driving over a pothole or road this design, your vehicle has a debris at too high a speed can minimum of ground clearance and...
Page 197: Preparing To Drive
Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check that any items you may be Fasten your seat belt. Check that and adjustments before you drive carrying are stored properly or your passengers have fastened your vehicle. fastened down securely. their seat belts (see page Make sure all windows, mirrors, Check the seat adjustment (see...
Page 198: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. In cold weather, turn off all The immobilizer system protects your The engine is harder to start in cold electrical accessories to reduce vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at the drain on the battery.
Page 199: Manual Transmission
Manual Transmission cause your clutch to wear out faster. Come to a full stop before you shift into reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into reverse with the vehicle moving. Push down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse, or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment.
Page 200 Manual Transmission When slowing down, you can get time on a hot day, be careful before With 6-speed manual transmission extra braking from the engine by moving the shift lever. Because of shifting to a lower gear. This extra the heat, the shift lever may be Shift up Normal acceleration braking can help you maintain a safe...
Page 201 Manual Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout If you are still unable to shift to If you exceed the maximum speed reverse, apply the parking brake, 6-speed manual transmission for the gear you are in, the engine The manual transmission has and turn the ignition key to the speed will enter into the tachometer’s lockout so you cannot accidentally...
Page 202: Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a Shifting few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. SHIFT LEVER If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’...
Page 203 Automatic Transmission If you have done all of the above and Neutral (N) Use neutral if you To shift from: Do this: still cannot move the lever out of need to restart a stalled engine, or if P to R Press the brake pedal, and Park, see Shift Lock Release...
Page 204 Automatic Transmission Drive (D ) This position is similar First (1) To shift from second to Engine Speed Limiter to D, except only the first three first, press the release button on the If you exceed the maximum speed gears are selected. Use D to provide front of the shift lever.
Page 205 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release metal fingernail file, carefully pry Remove the key from the shift Do this if pushing on the brake pedal on the edge of the cover to remove lock release slot, then install the and pressing the release button does cover.
Page 206: Parking
Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof (if the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly, or equipped) and the windows are curb.
Page 207: Braking System
Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with front Check the brakes after driving Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear through deep water. Apply the If the brake pads need replacing, you wheels may be disc or drum, brakes moderately to see if they feel will hear a distinctive, metallic depending on the model.
Page 208: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake If the ABS indicator and the brake helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and system indicator come on together, locking up, and helps you retain you may hear some noise.
Page 209: Towing A Trailer
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a Towing a Trailer ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or Your vehicle is not designed to tow a distance it takes to stop the uneven surfaces, such as gravel or trailer;...
Page 211 Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... . 208 important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ..... 209 maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ..... 216 maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations .......
Page 212: Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless certified technician or other qualified instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this mechanic. vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can Important Safety Precautions cause a crash in which you can...
Page 213: Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Indicator The remaining engine oil life is and maintenance service items in the displayed on the information display INFORMATION DISPLAY information display to show you according to this table: when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and Calculated Engine...
Page 214 Maintenance Minder The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change SERVICE MESSAGE (see page You can switch the display to the odometer, the trip meter, and the outside temperature indicator (if equipped) by pushing the SEL/ RESET button on the dashboard repeatedly.
Page 215 Maintenance Minder When the displayed engine oil life is 0 percent or when negative mileage is displayed, the maintenance minder indicator remains on even if you change the display to the odometer and trip meter by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. NEGATIVE MILEAGE When the remaining engine oil life is If you still do not perform the...
Page 216 Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Indicator Your dealer will reset the display MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM after completing the required ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 217 5 seconds. The provide competent, efficient service. maintenance item code(s) will We recommend using Honda parts disappear, and the engine oil life and fluids whenever you have will reset to ‘‘100.’’ maintenance done. These are...
Page 218 Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of Maintenance, replacement, or You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, repair of emissions control items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
Page 219 Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive primarily in dusty conditions, replace Check parking brake adjustment every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Page 220: Maintenance Record
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. Maintenance can also be recorded in your Honda service history booklet. Mileage...
Page 221 Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 222: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models ENGINE OIL BRAKE FLUID FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Black cap) (Orange handle) POWER STEERING CLUTCH FLUID FLUID (Red cap) (Manual transmission only) (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop)
Page 223 Fluid Locations Si model ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) (Orange handle) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP CLUTCH FLUID (Light gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...
Page 224: Adding Engine Oil
American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Unscrew and remove the engine oil...
Page 225: Synthetic Oil
You must follow the oil and filter change DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX intervals shown on the information models: Honda Motor Oil is the preferred display. 5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. 5W-20 oil is formulated for year- Engine Oil Additives...
Page 226: Changing The Oil And Filter
Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter DRAIN BOLT WASHER DRAIN BOLT according to the maintenance WASHER messages shown on the information display. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
Page 227 Changing the Oil and Filter Refill the engine with the OIL FILTER recommended oil. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX 3.9 US qt (3.7 ) 4.6 US qt (4.4 ) Replace the engine oil fill cap. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Start the engine.
Page 228: Engine Coolant
DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX or dump it on the ground. If the coolant level in the reserve Always use Honda Long-life Anti- tank is at or below the MIN line, add freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolant coolant to bring it up to the MAX line.
Page 229 Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another RADIATOR CAP major-brand non-silicate coolant as a Removing the radiator cap temporary replacement. Make sure it while the engine is hot can is a high-quality coolant cause the coolant to spray out, recommended for aluminum engines.
Page 230 Engine Coolant RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Remove the radiator cap by The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. pushing down and turning the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX counterclockwise.
Page 231: Windshield Washers
Windshield Washers Check the fluid level in the When you refill the reservoir, clean LEVEL GAUGE windshield washer reservoir at least the edges of the windshield wiper monthly during normal use. blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will help to condition the blade edges.
Page 232: Automatic Transmission Fluid
Shut off the engine. Remove the dipstick, and check Have the transmission flushed and the fluid level. It should be refilled with Honda ATF-Z1 by Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) between the upper and lower your dealer as soon as it is from the transmission, and wipe it marks.
Page 233: Manual Transmission Fluid
Correct Level Correct Level DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Check the fluid level with the If Honda MTF is not available, you transmission at normal operating may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 temperature and the vehicle sitting viscosity motor oil with the API on level ground.
Page 234: Brake And Clutch Fluid
MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If the level is at or Using any non-Honda brake fluid can below the MIN mark, your brake cause corrosion and decrease the life system needs attention. Have the of the system.
Page 235: Power Steering Fluid
Honda PSF as soon as possible. A low power steering fluid level can indicate a leak in the system. Check the fluid level frequently, and have...
Page 236: Lights
Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb High Beam Headlight The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has halogen headlight CLIP COOLANT when your vehicle was new. If you bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle TUBE regularly carry heavy items in the it by its base, and protect the glass trunk, readjustment may be required.
Page 237 Lights Insert the new bulb into the hole, and turn it one-quarter turn clock- wise to lock it in place. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.
Page 238 Lights Remove the bulb from the Low Beam Headlight headlight assembly by turning it SCREW one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Insert the new bulb into the hole, and turn it one-quarter turn clock- wise to lock it in place. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb.
Page 239 Lights Replacing the Front Side Marker/ Remove the bulb from the socket Parking/Turn Signal Light Bulb by pushing the bulb in and turning it counterclockwise until it unlocks. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly.
Page 240 Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 241: Cleaning The Seat Belts
Lights, Cleaning the Seat Belts Replacing a High-mount Brake Cleaning the Seat Belts Light Bulb LOOP On DX and LX models Open the trunk, then remove the holding clips from the cover, and remove the cover. Remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Page 242: Floor Mats
Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, belt anchors can cause the belts to make sure it fits properly and that it retract slowly. Wipe the insides of...
Page 243: Dust And Pollen Filter
Dust and Pollen Filter, Wiper Blades Dust and Pollen Filter Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper On models with A/C This filter removes the dust and blades at least every six months. Do not open the hood when the wiper pollen that is brought in from the Replace them if you find signs of arms are raised, or you will damage the...
Page 244 Wiper Blades RELEASE TAB BLADE HOLDER COVER RELEASE BUTTON Disconnect the blade assembly Pull up the cover release tab on Slide the blade out of the holder. from the wiper arm by pushing in the end of the blade assembly, the release button.
Page 245: Tires
Wiper Blades, Tires Align the slots in the new blade Tires Inflation Guidelines with the retaining edges on the To safely operate your vehicle, your Keeping the tires properly inflated holder, then slide the blade onto tires must be the proper type and provides the best combination of the holder.
Page 246 Tires Use a gauge to measure the air If you check air pressures when the Recommended Tire Pressures pressure in each tire at least once a tires are hot [driven for several miles The following charts show the month. Even tires that are in good (kilometers)], you will see readings 4 recommended cold tire pressures for condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to...
Page 247 Tires Optional for Si Tire Inspection INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure should also examine the tires for Front/Rear 215/45R17 91W 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 damage, foreign objects, and wear. kgf/cm ) You should look for: The compact spare tire pressure is:...
Page 248 For vehicles equipped with aluminum chart each time they are rotated. If wheels: you purchase directional tires, rotate only front-to-back. Improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle’s wheels. Use only Honda wheel weights f or balancing.
Page 249 Tires The mileage you can expect from Replacing Tires and Wheels The ABS works by comparing the your vehicle tires is the same as Replace your tires with radial tires of speed of the wheels. When replacing comparable mid-and rear-engine the same size, load range, speed tires, use the same size originally sports cars, and it will vary greatly...
Page 250 Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Tires: Winter Driving Wheels: DX and Canadian DX-G Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All DX and Canadian DX-G Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- P195/65R15 89H weather tread design suitable for 15 x 6 J LX, EX most winter driving conditions.
Page 251 Si model Because your vehicle has limited tire DX, Canadian DX-G, LX and EX models Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Honda strongly Traction devices that are the wrong clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ recommends using the chains listed...
Page 252: Checking The Battery
Checking the Battery If additional battery maintenance is TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW needed, see your dealer or a qualified technician. Battery posts, WARNING: terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX Check the condition of the battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a monthly by looking at the test...
Page 253 Checking the Battery If you need to connect the battery to If your vehicle’s battery is a charger, disconnect both cables to disconnected or goes dead, the audio prevent damaging your vehicle’s system will disable itself. The next electrical system. Always disconnect time you turn on the radio you will the negative ( ) cable first, and see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’...
Page 254: Vehicle Storage
Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for Block the rear wheels. Cover the vehicle with a an extended period (more than 1 ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made month), there are several things you If the vehicle is to be stored for a from a porous material such as should do to prepare it for storage.
Page 255 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more Compact Spare Tire ...... . 252 common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire ..... 253 experience with their vehicles. It If the Engine Won’t Start ....257 gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........
Page 256: Compact Spare Tire
Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount tire chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare tire. your regular tire repaired or replaced, and put it back on your vehicle as Do not use your compact spare soon as you can.
Page 257: Changing A Flat Tire
Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, JACK TOOL CASE stop in a safe place to change it. Drive slowly along the shoulder until The vehicle can easily roll off you get to an exit or an area that is the jack, seriously injuring far away from the traffic lanes.
Page 258 Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINTS WHEEL NUT WRENCH WHEEL NUT WRENCH EXTENSION Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel with the wheel nut wrench. point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the change.
Page 259 Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER BRAKE HUB DX, Canadian DX-G , and LX models Before mounting the spare tire, Put on the spare tire. Put the Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, wheel cover off with a screwdriver surface of the wheel and hub with...
Page 260 Changing a Flat Tire SPACER CONE WING BOLT For normal compact tire spare tire Tighten the wheel nuts securely in On EX and Si models in the U.S., and Place the flat tire face down in the the same crisscross pattern. Have LX, EX, and Si models in Canada spare tire well.
Page 261 Changing a Flat Tire SPACER CONE WING BOLT For normal compact tire spare tire Tighten the wheel nuts securely in On EX and Si models in the U.S., and Place the flat tire face down in the the same crisscross pattern. Have LX, EX and Si models in Canada spare tire well.
Page 262: If The Engine Won't Start
Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start Store the jack and tools in the tool If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter kit case. Place the tool kit case in Diagnosing why the engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly the center of the flat tire.
Page 263: Jump Starting
If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to the The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel START (III) position. If the In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may headlights do not dim, check the speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.
Page 264 Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To jump start your vehicle: DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX procedure, you should take several Open the hood, and check the precautions. physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.
Page 265 Jump Starting DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX BOOSTER BATTERY Connect one jumper cable to the Connect the second jumper cable Start the vehicle. If the starter positive ( ) terminal on your to the negative ( ) terminal on motor still operates slowly, check battery.
Page 266: Jump Starting, If The Engine Overheats
Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Once your vehicle is running, If the Engine Overheats disconnect the negative cable from The pointer of the vehicle’s your vehicle, then from the temperature gauge should stay in Steam and spray from an booster battery.
Page 267: If The Engine Overheats
If the Engine Overheats If you do not see steam or spray, If there was no coolant in the Start the engine, and set the leave the engine running, and reserve tank, you may need to add temperature control dial to watch the temperature gauge.
Page 268: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Low Oil Pressure Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Charging System Indicator This indicator should never off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system come on when the engine is warning indicators.
Page 269: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been while driving, it means one even though it may turn off as you disconnected or gone dead, these of the engine’s emissions control continue driving, have the vehicle codes are erased.
Page 270: Brake System Indicator
Brake System Indicator The brake system However, if the brake pedal does not If the ABS indicator comes on with U.S. Canada indicator normally feel normal, you should take the brake system indicator, have comes on when immediate action. A problem in one your vehicle inspected by your you turn the ignition switch to the part of the system’s dual circuit...
Page 271: Fuses
Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause.
Page 272 Fuses FUSE BLOWN FUSE BLOWN FUSE PULLER Turn the ignition switch to the Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the LOCK (0) position. Make sure the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the headlights and all other looking through the top at the wire fuses in the interior fuse box by...
Page 273 Fuses If you cannot drive the vehicle BLOWN without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse Replacing a f use with one that has a of the same rating or a lower rating higher rating greatly increases the from one of the other circuits.
Page 274 Fuses All models except DX If the driver’s power window fuse is removed, the AUTO function of the driver’s window will be disabled. You should reset the AUTO feature, (see page If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’...
Page 275: Fuse Locations
Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 20 A Fan Moter 30 A Main Fan Moter (A/T) 20 A Main Fan Moter (M/T) 40 A Rear Defroster 40 A Blower 10 A Hazard 15 A 15 A Stop, Horn Not Used Not Used 7.5 A...
Page 276 Fuse Locations INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 10 A Left Headlight Low Beam 20 A Headlight High Beam Main 15 A Small Lights Main Not Used 20 A Headlight Low Beam Main Not Used Not Used 20 A Moonroof 20 A Door Lock 20 A...
Page 277: Emergency Towing
Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on organization. Never tow your vehicle the ground, do this: Improper towing preparation will with just a rope or chain.
Page 278 Emergency Towing Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the The steering system can be damaged if bumpers will cause serious damage. the steering wheel is locked. Leave the The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) support the vehicle’s weight.
Page 280 Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....276 Emissions Controls ......283 you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ . 278 The Clean Air Act ..... . 283 your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers.
Page 281: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers located in various places. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 282 Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 283 Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 174.8 in (4,440 mm) Fuel tank Approx. 13.2 US gal (50 ) Width 68.9 in (1,751 mm) Change 1.45 US gal (5.5 ) Height 55.0 in (1,396 mm) Engine 1.37 US gal (5.2 ) Wheelbase 104.3 in (2,650 mm) coolant 1.19 US gal (4.5 ) Track...
Page 284: Specifications
Specifications Air Conditioning Fuses Refrigerant type HFC-134a (R-134a) Interior See page 271 or the fuse label Charge quantity 14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g) attached to the dashboard. Lubricant oil type SP-10 Under-hood See page 270 or the fuse box cover.
Page 285: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 286: Temperature
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 287: Tire Labeling
Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. FW6X Tire type code. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code 2202 Date of manufacture. below. associated with the maximum load the tire can carry).
Page 288: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
Page 289: Ignition Timing Control System
These systems work together to of HC, CO, and NOx produced. remain low, you should use only new control the engine’s combustion and Honda replacement parts or their minimize the amount of HC, CO, and equivalent for repairs. Using lower Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) NOx that comes out the tailpipe.
Page 290 HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement A defective three way catalytic unit must be an original Honda part converter contributes to air pollution, or its equivalent. and can impair your engine’s per- formance.
Page 291: State Emissions Testing
State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Make sure the vehicle has been the cruise control. When traffic If you take your vehicle for a state parked with the engine off for 6 allows, drive for 90 seconds emissions test shortly after the hours or more.
Page 292 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ . 288 Warranty Coverages ..... 289 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......290 Authorized Manuals ..... . 291...
Page 293: Customer Service Information
Bella International P.O. Box 190816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the San Juan, PR 00919-0816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Tel: (787) 620-7028 Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A vehicle to you...
Page 294: Warranty Coverages
Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Restrictions and exclusions apply to Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the Performance Warranty these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda warranty information warranties cover your vehicle’s...
Page 295: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Street, SW., Washington, DC, 20590. to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems You can also obtain other Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or information about motor vehicle American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 296: Authorized Manuals
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 297 Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and companies, please provide dealer or company name, and the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should be This manual covers maintenance and recommended sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
Page 298 Index Automatic Transmission ....198 Parking ........101 Capacity, Fluid ......278 System Design ......203 Accessories and Modifications . 186 Checking Fluid Level ....228 System Indicator ....58, 265 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Shifting ........
Page 299 Index CAUTION, Explanation of ....ii Tethers ......... . 45 Cruise Control Indicator ....61 CD Care ......... . 169 Warning Labels ......51 Cruise Control Operation .... . 175 CD Changer ......131, 153 Where Should a Child Sit? ..
Page 300 Index Disposal of Used Oil ..... . 224 Overheated Engine ....261 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Doors Towing ........272 Belts by ......... 16 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 78 Emergency Brake ......101 Locking and Unlocking ....
Page 301 Index Front Airbags ....... 9, 23 Gauges High Altitude, Starting at ....194 Front Seat Engine Coolant Temperature . 66 High Beam Lever ......70 Adjusting ........90 Fuel ..........66 High-mount Brake Light ....
Page 302 Index High Beam ........61 Instrument Panel ......3, 54 Turn Signal ........70 Key (Immobilizer System) ..59 Instrument Panel Brightness ..71 Load Limits ........189 Lights ON ........62 Instrument and Controls ....
Page 303 Index New Vehicle Break-in ....180 Normal Shift Speeds ..... . 196 Maintenance ........207 NOTICE, Explanation of ....Panel Brightness Control ....71 Items ........212, 215 Numbers, Identification ....276 Park Gear Position ......
Page 304 Index Protecting Children ......32 Reclining the Seat-backs ....90 General Guideline ......32 Recommended Shift Speeds ..196 Installing a Child Seat ....40 Refueling ......... 181 Safety Belts ........8, 18 Protecting Infants .......
Page 305 Index Security System ......174 SRS, Additional Information ... 21 Stereo Sound System ....115 Selecting a Child Seat ..... . 39 Additional Safety Precautions . 31 Storing Your Vehicle ..... 250 Serial Number ....... . 276 Airbag Service ......
Page 306 Index Time, Setting the ......173 Identification Number ....277 Vehicle Identification Number . 276 ..Tire Chains ........247 Shifting the Automatic ....198 Vehicle Storage ......250 Tire, How to Change a Flat ..
Page 307 Index Windshield Cleaning ........69 Defroster ........114 Washers ........69 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ......239 Operation ........69 ....... 127, 147, 156 Worn Tires ........243 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..272 : U.S.
Page 308: Service Information Summary
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or Brake Fluid: number of 87 or higher. a DEXRON III ATF as a Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid temporary replacement (see page DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or Premium unleaded gasoline, DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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