Introduction .........................................................................................................................................

A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................

Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................

Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.

Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................

Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.

Comfort and Convenience Features ..............................................................................................

How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.

Before Driving..................................................................................................................................

What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.

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

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

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

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

Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................

Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.

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

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

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

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

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

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

How to order manuals and other technical literature.

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

Service Information Summary

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

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Summary of Contents for Honda 2000 Civic Sedan

Page 1 2000 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. If you have a Civic refer to Civic Sedan GX Owner’s Manual Supplement Contents for additional information.
Page 2 The information and specifications included ADDRESS in this publication were in affect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., STREET Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3 This NOTICE One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to information is intended to help you read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and avoid damage to your Honda, other convenience items.
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
Main Menu Main Menu A Few Words About Safety A Few Words About Safety You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, Your safety, and the safety of others, Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important.
Page 5: Your Car At A Glance
Main Menu Your Car at a Glance HEATING/COOLIN G AUDIO SYSTEM MIRROR CONTROLS CONTROLS (P.98. 107. (P.90 (P.84 DIGITAL CLOCK (P.101, 112, POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.72 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.81 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.143 TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE HANDLE (P.76...
Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.62 (P.64 CRUISE CONTROL (P.66 WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHER S (P.63 MOONROOF (P.83 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.64 MIRROR CONTROLS HEADLIGHTS/TUR N SIGNALS TILT ADJUSTMENT HORN BUTTONS (P.84 (P.61, (P.65...
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety If a Child Requires Close This section gives you important Airbags..........information about how to protect Seats & Seat-Backs..... . Attention........yourself and your passengers. It Head Restraints......Additional Safety Precautions..shows you how to use seat belts Door Locks........
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You'll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendation s throughout this While airbags can save lives, they Excessive speed is a major factor in section, and throughout this manual. can cause serious or fatal injuries to crash injuries and deaths.
Page 10: Your Car's Safety Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Your car is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Seat Belts In addition, most states and all collision.) For your safety, and the safety of Canadian provinces require you to your passengers, your car is wear seat belts. Help keep you from being thrown equipped with seat belts in all seating against the inside of the vehicle positions.
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Airbags The most important things you need Airbags can pose serious hazards. to know about your airbags are: To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags save lives, Airbags do not replace seat belts.
Page 13: Seats & Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Seats & Seat-Backs What you should do: Move the front Head Restraints Your car's seats are designed to keep seats as far back as possible, and Head restraints can help protect you from whiplash and other injuries.
Page 14: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Door Locks Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Head restraints are properly Keeping your doors locked reduces To make sure you and your adjusted (see page the chance of being thrown out of passengers get the maximum the car during a crash.
Page 15: Protecting Adults
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction 1.Close and Lock the Doors 2.Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide After everyone has entered the car, instructions on how to properly be sure the doors are closed and protect the driver and other adult locked.
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults To reduce the chance of injury, wear Most shorter drivers can get far 3.Adjust the Seat-Backs your seat belt properly, sit upright enough away from the steering with your back against the seat, and wheel and still reach the pedals.
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults A front passenger should also adjust 4.Adjust the Head Restraints the seat-back to an upright position, but as far from the dashboard as Reclining the seat-back too far possible. A passenger who sits too can result in serious injury or close to the dashboard could be death in a crash.
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 5.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Improperly positioning head Using a Lap/Shoulder Belt restraints reduces their Insert the latch plate into the buckle, effectiveness and you can be then tug on the belt to make sure the seriously injured in a crash.
Page 19 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults If necessary, pull up on the belt again To adjust the height of a front seat to remove any slack from the belt anchor, squeeze the two release buttons and slide the anchor up or shoulder part, then check that the belt rests across the center of your down as needed (it has four...
Page 20 Anyone using a seat belt that is not working properly can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. See page for additional...
Page 21: Adjust The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults 6.Adjust the Steering Wheel 7.Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After all occupants have adjusted Sitting improperly or out of their seats and put on seat belts, it is position can result in serious very important that they continue to injury or death in a crash.
Page 22: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Pregnant women should also sit Additional Safety Precautions upright and as far back as possible Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they from the steering wheel or could be very seriously injured in a dashboard.
Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults Do not place hard or sharp objects Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers. If your between yourself and an airbag. Carrying hard or sharp objects on hands or arms are close to the SRS covers in the center of the your lap, or driving with a pipe or steering wheel and on top of the...
Page 24: Protecting Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured Children who are unrestrained or killed in vehicle crashes because or improperly restrained can be they are either unrestrained or not seriously injured or killed in a properly restrained.
Page 25: Children Should Sit In The Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Children Should Sit in the Back The Passenger' s Airbag Poses Small Children Seat Serious Risks to Children Placing a forward-facing child seat in According to accident statistics, Airbags have been designed to help the front seat of a vehicle equipped children of all ages and sizes are protect adults in a moderate to...
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger' s To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, and that children your car has warning labels on the must be properly restrained in the driver's and front passenger' s visors.
Page 27: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Safety Precautions If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close Children Attention Use childproof door locks to Your car has three seating positions Many parents say they prefer to put prevent children from opening the in the back seat where children can doors.
Page 28: General Guidelines For Using Child Seats
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines for Using Do not leave children alone in your vehicle. Leaving children without Child Seats adult supervision is illegal in most The following pages give general states and Canadian provinces, guidelines for selecting and installing and can be very hazardous.
Page 29 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in all recommended seating positions in Small Children: A child who is too your car.
Page 30 Placing a Child Seat Infants: Never in the front seat, due This page briefly summarizes to the passenger' s airbag hazard. Honda's recommendation s on where to place rear-facing and forward- facing child seats in your car. Small children: Not recommended, due to the passenger' s airbag hazard.
Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To provide security during normal Installing a Child Seat 3. Secure the child in the child seat. After selecting a proper child seat, driving maneuvers as well as during Make sure the child is properly and a good position to install the seat, a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat...
Page 32: Protecting Infants
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Infants Rear-Facing Child Seat Placement In this car, a rear-facing child seat can be placed in any seating position Placing a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, but not in the front in the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the seat.
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Installing a Rear-Facing Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Belt The lap/shoulder belts in the outer back seats have a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions on how to secure a rear- facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking mechanism and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. 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...
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children When properly installed, a rear- Installing a Rear-Facing Child Seat Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation facing child seat may prevent the with the Lap Belt Tips driver or a front-seat passenger from moving the seat as far back as recommended (see page 12).
Page 36: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Small Children We also recommend that a small Additional Precautions for Infants child stay in the child seat as long as Never hold an infant on your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt possible, until the child reaches the in a crash, you could be thrown weight or height limit for the seat.
Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt Improperly placing a forward- The lap/shoulder belts in the outer facing child seat in the front back and front passenger seating seat can result in serious injury positions have a locking mechanism or death if the airbags inflate.
Page 38 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children 2. To activate the lockable retractor, 4. After confirming that the belt is 5. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to slowly pull the shoulder part of the locked, grab the shoulder part of verify that it is secure enough to belt all the way out until it stops,...
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children To deactivate the locking Installing a Child Seat with the Lap Additional Precautions for Small mechanism in order to remove a Belt Children child seat, unlatch the buckle, Never hold a small child on your unroute the seat belt, and let the belt lap.
Page 40: Protecting Larger Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit When a child reaches the recommended weight or height limit Allowing a larger child to sit improperly in the front seat can for a forward-facing child seat, the result in injury or death if the child should sit in one of the outer back seats and wear a lap/shoulder...
Page 41 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children However, if the belt touches or Do not put any accessories on a seat Using a Booster Seat crosses the child's neck, the child belt. Devices intended to improve needs to use a booster seat. occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely compromise the protective capability...
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front Physical Size seat until the tops of the ears are The National Highway Traffic Safety Physically, a child must be large even with the top of the seat-back.
Page 43: Using Child Seats With Tethers
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers Check that the child's seat belt is Maturity properly positioned and secured. To safely ride in front, a child must be able to follow the rules, including sitting properly and wearing the seat Supervise the child.
Page 44 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker's instructions. Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 45: Seat Belt System Components
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt To unlock the belt, push the red Your seat belt system includes lap/ PRESS button on the buckle. shoulder belts in the front seats and Guide the belt across your body to the outer back seats, and a lap belt in the door pillar.
Page 46: Lap Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If the shoulder part of the belt is Lap Belt pulled all the way out, the locking The lap belt has one manually- mechanism will activate. The belt adjusted belt that fits across the hips. will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely.
Page 47: Seat Belt Maintenance
Honda provides a lifetime warranty injury or death if the seat belts provided operating procedures and on seat belts. Honda will repair or do not work properly when other information on labels and in replace any seat belt component that needed.
Page 48: Srs Components
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS SRS Components An indicator light on the How Your Airbags Work Your Supplemental Restraint System instrument panel that alerts you to (SRS) includes: a possible problem with the system (see page 47). Two front airbags.
Page 49: Additional Information About Your Srs
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS Since both airbags use the same After a crash, you may see what sensors, both airbags normally looks like smoke. This is actually inflate at the same time. However, it powder from the airbag' s surface.
Page 50: How The Srs Indicator Light Works
Ignoring the SRS indicator light or replace the airbags yourself. can result in serious injury or This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeabl e body However, if the light comes on at any death if the airbags do not shop.
Page 51: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS Additional Safety Precautions Do not attempt to deactivate your airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection in a moderate to severe frontal collision. Do not tamper with SRS components or wiring for any reason.
Page 52: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents A Few Words About Safety Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your safety, and the safety of others, You will f is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important With the trunk lid open, air flow can Your car's exhaust contains carbon responsibility.
Page 53: Safety Labels
SUN VISOR injury. Read these labels carefully. U.S. models If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. HOOD Canadian models RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety...
Page 54 Indicator Lights....... . Door Locks........contribute to the daily operation of Gauges..........Power Door Locks...... . your Honda. All the essential Speedometer....... . Remote Transmitter....controls are within easy reach. Tachometer........Childproof Door Locks....
Page 55: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations AUDIO SYSTEM MIRROR HEATING/COOLIN G CONTROLS CONTROLS (P.98, 107, (P.90 (P.84 DIGITAL CLOCK (P.101, 112, POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.72 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.81 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.143 TRUNK RELEASE HOOD RELEASE HANDLE HANDLE (P.76...
Page 56: Indicator Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many EX and U.S. LX indicators to give you important information about your car. HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM The U.S. instrument panel is CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR* INDICATOR shown.
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light U.S. DX and DX Value Package, and Canadian LX and SE This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM reminder to you and your passenger s CHARGING SYSTEM...
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights U.S. Canada Anti-lock Brake Supplemental Restraint U.S. Canada Parking Brake and Brake System (ABS) System Indicator B R A KE A B S System Indicator This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it Indicator Only on models equipped with ABS (see comes on at any other time, it...
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Indicator Lights High Beam Indicator Trunk-open Indicator Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 251. This light comes on with the high This light comes on if the trunk lid is beam headlights. See page not closed tightly. Turn Signal and information on the headlight controls.
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges EX and U.S. LX Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- TACHOMETER TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER tance your car has been driven. It FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATUR E GAUGE measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S.
Page 61: Temperature Gauge
Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges U.S. DX and DX Value Package, and Canadian LX and SE Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine' s coolant. During normal TEMPERATUR E TRIP METER SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE operation, the pointer should rise GAUGE from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge.
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Maintenance Required Indicator When the distance driven since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn yellow. If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn red. Your dealer will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance.
Page 63: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering CRUISE CONTROL INSTRUMENT PANEL HAZARD WARNING column contain controls for driving LIGHTS BRIGHTNESS features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the To flash the high beams, pull the ignition switch in ACCESSOR Y (I) turn signal lever back lightly, then or LOCK (0), you will hear a release it.
Page 65: Instrument Panel Brightness
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.
Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers To clean the windshield, pull back on The right lever controls the wind- To operate the wipers in mist mode, the wiper control lever. The washers shield wipers and washers.
Page 67: Hazard Warning
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Hazard Warning 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 accidentall y damaged.
Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel Steering Wheel Adjustment 3. Push the lever up to lock the Main Menu steering wheel in that position. See page for important safety A Few Words About Safety information about how to properly 4.
Page 69: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls Cruise Control Using the Cruise Control On LX and EX models in the U.S., and Improper use of the cruise EX model in Canada Cruise control allows you to maintain control can lead to a crash. a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the Use the cruise control only...
Page 70 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The cruise control may not hold Changing the Set Speed the set speed when you are going You can increase the set cruising up and down hills. If your speed speed in any of these ways: increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the Press and hold the RESUME/...
Page 71 Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned Cancelling the Cruise Control speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 72 RESUME/accel button until the When replacing keys, use only CRUISE CONTROL light comes on. Your car comes with two master Honda-approve d key blanks. The car will accelerate to the same keys and a valet key. cruising speed as before.
Page 73: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Ignition Switch LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSOR Y to Removing the key from the LOCK, you must push the key in ignition switch while driving slightly as you turn it.
Page 74: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, Door Locks you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket. ON (II) — This is the normal key position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable.
Page 75: Power Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Power Door Locks All doors lock when you push down the lock tab on the driver's door, or lock the driver's door from the outside with the key. Only the driver's door unlocks when you use the key or lock tab.
Page 76: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter The remaining doors unlock when Panic Mode you push the button a second time. Panic mode allows you to remotely LOCK The parking lights, side marker activate your car's horn and exterior BUTTON lights, and taillights flash twice.
Page 77 Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Reinstall the cushion ring. Align the Replacing the Battery mark on the cover with the mark on the transmitter, ROUND then set the cover in place and turn it COVER clockwise. CUSHION After the battery is changed, the RING Open...
Page 78: Childproof Door Locks
Canada Standard RSS-210. your Honda dealer. Any other the rear doors. Each rear door has a Operation is subject to the following two transmitters you have will also need lock lever near the edge.
Page 79: Trunk
Main Menu Table of Contents Keys and Locks Trunk MASTER KEY MASTER KEY TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE You can open the trunk in two ways: To close the trunk, press down on To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone the trunk lid.
Page 80: Seat Adjustments
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Front Seat Adjustments See pages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seals and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the angle of the seat-back, backward, pull up on the lever under pull up on the lever on the outside of...
Page 81: Driver's Seat Height Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Height Adjustment Make all adjustments before you On LX and EX models in the U.S., and start driving. EX model in Canada The height of your driver's seat is adjustable. Turn the front dial on the outside of the seat cushion to raise the front of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise the rear.
Page 82: Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Adjustments Head Restraints To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as See page for important safety it will go. Push the release button information and a warning about how to and pull the restraint out of the seat- properly position the head restraints.
Page 83: Folding Rear Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down MASTER KEY to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the back seat.
Page 84: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Folding Rear Seat, Power Windows Do not put any heavy items on the switch and holding it. Power Windows seat-back when it is folded. DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH The driver's door armrest has a Make sure all items in the trunk, or master power window control panel.
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to tains these extra features: the passengers' windows. With this switch off, the passengers' windows cannot be raised or lowered. The AUTO — To open the driver's window fully, push the window MAIN switch does not affect the switch firmly down and release it.
Page 86: Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof, Mirrors Mirrors Moonroof To close the moonroof, press and hold the switch. Closing the moonroof on someone' s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure passengers are clear of the moonroof before closing it.
Page 87: Adjusting The Power Mirrors
Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH 3. Push the appropriate edge of the On LX and EX models in the U.S., and On Canadian EX model The outside mirrors are heated to re- adjustment switch to move the EX model in Canada Adjust the outside mirrors with the...
Page 88: Parking Brake
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake NOTICE Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. PARKING BRAKE LEVER To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever.
Page 89: Glove Box
Main Menu Table of Contents Glove Box, Beverage Holder Beverage Holder Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
Page 90: Accessory Power Socket
Main Menu Table of Contents Accessory Power Socket, Ashtrays Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply Ashtrays power for 12 volt DC accessories (Optional) that are rated 120 watts or less (10 Front and rear ashtrays are available amps).
Page 91: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights DOOR ACTIVATED DOOR ACTIVATED U.S. EX except U.S. EX The ceiling light has a three-position On cars with remote transmitter On EX model switch. In the OFF position, the light The ceiling light (with the switch in The spotlights have a two-position does not come on.
Page 92 Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning* Heating and Cooling......CD Changer Error systems in your Honda provide a Indications......What Each Control Does... . comfortabl e driving environment in How to Use the System....
Page 93: Heating And Cooling
FAN CONTROL DIAL any time. Your dealer can install a Genuine Honda air conditioning REAR WINDOW system that meets Honda' s high DEFOGGER quality standards and is designed to BUTTON exactly fit your car. Please contact your dealer for more information.
Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Mode Control Dial Use the MODE control dial to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling Vent Controls How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the CENTER VENT SIDE VENT system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. Open The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to Close generate hot and cold air.
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling It is best to leave the system in Fresh AIR CONDITIONING RECIRCULATIO N BUTTON Air mode under almost all conditions. BUTTON Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, MODE CONTROL DIAL can cause the windows to fog up.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling RECIRCULATIO N BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING To Cool with A/C 1. Turn on the A /C by pressing the BUTTON button. The light in the button should come on when a fan speed MODE CONTROL DIAL is selected.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with Air To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the To warm the interior: Conditioning windows: Air conditioning, as it cools, removes 1.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in MODE CONTROL DIAL cold weather: 1. Start the engine. 2. Select When you select , the system automaticall y switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the...
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating and Cooling These settings direct all the air flow To Turn Everything Off to the defroster vents at the base of To shut off the system temporarily, the windshield and the side window turn the fan speed and temperature defroster vents.
Page 101: Audio System (U.s. Dx And Lx, And Canadian Lx And Se)
ACCESSOR Y (I) or ON (II) to will start to change rapidly. Release LX and SE models in Canada Your Honda's audio system provides operate the audio system. Turn the the switch when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change...
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To store a frequency: 1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset AM/FM BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB STEREO INDICATOR button. 2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function to tune the radio to a desired station.
Page 103: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound MODE BUTTON Bass, Treble, Balance, and Fader are each adjustable. You select which of these you want to adjust by pressing the MODE button. The mode changes from BAS to TRE to FAD to BAL, and then back to VOL each time you press the button.
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Digital Clock The audio system also displays the time. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSOR Y (I) or ON (II). TIME DISPLAYED To set the time, press the CLOCK button. The hour numbers will begin blinking.
Page 105: Operating The Optional Cassette Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional Cassette the other side, press the PROG press the A M / FM or CD/TAPE Player button. To change back to the button. The cassette system features Dolby cassette player, press the CD/TAPE B* noise reduction, automatic Dolby B noise reduction turns on button.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System TMS — The Tape Music Search PROG TAPE DIRECTION AM/FM BUTTON function allows you to find the BUTTON BUTTON INDICATOR beginning of a song or passage. To activate TMS, press FF or REW until you hear a beep.
Page 107: Operating The Optional Cd Player/Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD PWR/VOL KNOB REPEAT INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON Player/Change r A Compact Disc changer is availabl e through your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment . You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio.
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System REPEAT — When you activate the Press the EJECT button to remove To select a different disc, press the Repeat feature by pressing the RPT the disc from the player. appropriate preset button (1 — 6). If you select an empty slot in the button, the system continuousl y If you eject the disc, but do not...
Page 109: Cd Changer Error Indications
If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 110 Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassett e Stereo Audio System On Canadian EX model only Your Honda' s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 111: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio You can use any of four methods to SEEK — The SEEK function The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected searches the band for a station with a strong signal.
Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong SCAN BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. When the system is in the SCAN mode, SCN shows in the display.
Page 113 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Preset — You can store the frequencies of your favorite radio AM/FM BUTTON stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two frequencies on the FM band. To store a frequency: 1.
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — These two BASS/FADER TREBLE/BALANC E CONTROL CONTROL controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies and Reception CLOCK BUTTON For information, See page 127. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il- lumination of the audio system (see page 62).
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use the RESET (Preset 6) EJECT CASSETTE TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR REW BUTTON button to quickly set the time to the BUTTON SLOT nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing RESET sets the clock back to the previous hour.
Page 117: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Dolby B noise reduction turns on Tape Search Functions SKIP — The Skip Function allows when you insert a cassette. If the With a cassette playing, you can use you to find the beginning of a song tape was not recorded with Dolby B the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT or passage.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System REPEAT — The Repeat function TAPE DIRECTION continuousl y replays the current EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT INDICATOR song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT REPEAT RPT BUTTON displayed as a reminder.
Page 119 Audio System The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find TAPE DIRECTION EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT INDICATOR the end of a song or passage. These features may not work to your satisfaction if there is almost no gap RPT BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 120: Operating The Optional Cd Player/Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD TAPE/CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR Player/Change r AM/FM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR A Compact Disc changer is available from your dealer. It holds up to six discs, providing several hours of continuous entertainment.
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System REPEAT — When you activate the To operate the CD changer or player, You can use the SKIP switch to Repeat feature by pressing the RPT the ignition must be in ACCESSOR Y select tracks within a disc.
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System If the system is in Repeat mode, you must turn it off by pressing RPT AM/FM BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR before you can select Random Play. Then press the button again until TAPE/CD BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR you see RDM displayed.
Page 123: Cd Changer Error Indications
If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 124: Package And Ex)
Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/CD Audio System On U.S. DX Value Package and EX models Your Honda' s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.
Page 125: Operating The Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY CD or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN INDICATOR TUNE BAR VOL knob.
Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System TUNE — Use the TUNE bar to tune SCAN — The SCAN function To store a frequency: the radio to a desired frequency. samples all the stations with strong 1. Select the desired band, AM or Press the side of the bar to tune signals on the selected band.
Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AUTO SELECT — If you are AUTO SELECT INDICATOR TUNE BAR SEEK BAR traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area.
Page 128: Adjusting The Sound
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Adjusting the Sound TREBLE/BALANC E BASS/FADER Balance/Fader — These two CONTROL CONTROL controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.
Page 129: Audio System Lighting
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Audio System Lighting CLOCK BUTTON You can use the instrument panel brightness control dial to adjust the il- lumination of the audio system (see page 62). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off.
Page 130: Radio Frequencies
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies Radio Reception Your Honda' s radio can receive the How well your Honda' s radio complete AM and FM bands. receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance...
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Page 132: Operating The Cd Player
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Player You operate the CD player with the CD SLOT same controls used for the radio. TUNE BAR EJECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON With the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II), insert the disc into the CD slot.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can switch to the radio while a You can use the TUNE and SEEK/ replays the current track. Press the CD is playing by pressing the A M / SKIP bars while a disc is playing to RPT button again to turn it off.
Page 134: Operating The Cd Changer
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the CD Changer To select a different disc, press the When you switch back to CD mode, (Optional) appropriate preset button (1 — 6). If the system selects the same unit (in- A Compact Disc changer is available you select an empty slot in the dash or changer) that was playing...
Page 135: Protecting Compact Discs
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Protecting Compact Discs Handle a CD by its edges; never When a CD is not being played, store A new CD may be rough on the touch either surface. Contaminatio n it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 136: Cd Player Error Indications
If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 137: Cd Changer Error Indications
If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 138: Operating The Cassette
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) CD BUTTON TUNE BAR SEEK/SKIP BAR The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic PWR/VOL KNOB sensing of chromium-dioxid e (CrO TAPE DIRECTION tape, and autoreverse for continuous INDICATOR AM/FM play.
Page 139: Tape Search Functions
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Tape Search Functions The tape direction indicator will light If you turn the system off while a With a cassette playing, you can use to show you which side of the tape is playing, either with the PWR/ the FF, REW, SKIP, or REPEAT cassette is playing.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SKIP — The skip function allows REPEAT — The Repeat function The SKIP and REPEAT functions you to find the beginning of a song continuousl y replays the current use silent periods on the tape to find or passage.
Page 141: Caring For The Cassette Player
Never try to insert a warped or cassette ejects, take the vehicle to damaged cassette in the player. your Honda dealer. If you do not clean the cassette player regularly, it may eventually When they are not in use, store...
Page 142: Theft Protection
Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system' s serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...
Page 143 Main Menu...
Page 144: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline......... . use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Filling the Fuel Tank....
Page 145 Gasoline In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancin g additive called Help assure your car's future Your Honda is designed to operate MMT. If you use such gasolines, reliability and performanc e by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump...
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents A Few Words About Safety Service Station Procedures Your safety, and the safety of others, You will f is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Filling the Fuel Tank 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. responsibility.
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on, tighten it until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly LATCH tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 251).
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures After closing the hood, make sure it If you can open the hood without lifting the hood latch handle, or the is securely latched. SUPPORT ROD hood latch handle moves stiffly or does not spring back as before, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page 202).
Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Check the engine oil level every time 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few cloth or paper towel.
Page 150 Engine Coolant Check Checks on page for information RESERVE on checking other items in your TANK Honda. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 4. Remove the dipstick again and Look at the coolant level in the check the level. It should be radiator reserve tank.
Page 151: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy The condition of your car and your Driving Habits A cold engine uses more fuel than a driving habits are the two most You can improve fuel economy by warm engine. It is not necessary to important things that affect the fuel "warm-up"...
Page 152: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories or killed. with proper car operation or Your dealer has Genuine Honda performance. accessories that allow you to Follow all instructions in this personalize your car. These...
Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessories and Modifications Modifications Additional Safety Precaution In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the Do not remove any original equipment or modify your car in any the chance of undercarriage parts airbag covers.
Page 154: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient CONSOLE COMPARTMENT * storage areas so you can stow cargo FRONT DOOR POCKET safely. The glove box, and the pockets in the front doors and seat-back, are designed for small, lightweight items. The trunk is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 155 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger The maximum load for your car is Compartment 850 lbs (395 kg). Overloading or improper Store or secure all items that could loading can affect handling and be thrown around and hurt This figure includes the total weight stability and cause a crash in...
Page 156 Please contact your Honda as far forward as possible. dealer for further information. If you fold down the back seat, tie...
Page 157 Main Menu...
Page 158: Driving
Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive......starting the engine under various Starting the Engine......conditions, and how to operate the Starting in Cold Weather 5-speed manual and automatic at High Altitude ..... transmissions.
Page 159: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks 9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that 4. Check that any items you may be and adjustments every day before carrying with you inside are stored your passengers have fastened you drive your car.
Page 160: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 5. If the engine does not start within meters) adds to the problem. Use the following procedure: 15 seconds, or starts but stalls 2. In cold weather, turn off all right away, repeat step 4 with the electrical accessories to reduce accelerator pedal pressed half-way...
Page 161: Speed Manual Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the car moving. Push can cause loss of control on down the clutch pedal, and pause for slippery surfaces.
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter On U.S. DX, and Canadian LX and SE Drive in the highest gear that lets On EX and U.S. LX models models the engine run and accelerate If you exceed the maximum speed If you exceed the maximum speed smoothly.
Page 163: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Your Honda' s transmission has four Shift Lever Position Indicator forward speeds, and is electronicall y controlled for smoother shifting. It also has a "lock-up" torque converter for better fuel economy. You may feel what seems like another shift when the converter locks.
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Positions RELEASE BUTTON SHIFT LEVER Park (P) — This position mechani- The shift lever has six positions. It must be in Park or Neutral to start cally locks the transmission. Use the engine.
Page 165 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Reverse (R) — To shift to Reverse Drive (D4) — Use this position for If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of from Park, see the explanation under your normal driving.
Page 166 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Drive (D3) —This position is similar Second (2) — To shift to Second, Engine Speed Limiter to D4, except only the first three press the release button on the side On EX and U.S. LX models gears are selected.
Page 167 Park to Neutral. If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your car is developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Honda dealer. Driving...
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when If the car is facing uphill, turn the Parking Tips you park your car. The indicator on front wheels away from the curb. If Make sure the moonroof and the the instrument panel shows that the you have a manual transmission, put windows are closed.
Page 169: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System All Civics are equipped with front Constant application of the brakes Brake Wear Indicators disc brakes. The brakes on the rear when going down a long hill builds The front disc brakes on all models wheels are drum.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Brake System Design Anti-lock Brakes You should never pump the brake pedal, this defeats the The hydraulic system that operates The U.S. EX model has an Anti-lock the brakes has two separate circuits. purpose of the ABS.
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Activation varies with the amount of A vehicle with ABS may require a Important Safety Reminders longer distance to stop on loose or traction your tires have. On dry ABS does not reduce the time or pavement, you will need to press on distance it takes to stop the car, it uneven surfaces, such as gravel or...
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System ABS Indicator INDICATOR* *U.S. indicator shown The ABS is self-checking. If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page 55), This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down.
Page 173: Driving In Bad Weather
Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather Driving Technique — Always drive Visibility — Being able to see slower than you would in dry clearly in all directions and being weather. It takes your car longer to visible to other drivers are important react, even in conditions that may in all weather conditions.
Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Towing a Trailer Traction — Check your tires Your vehicle is not designed to tow a frequently for wear and proper trailer. Attempting to do so can void pressure.
Page 175 Main Menu...
Page 176 Adding Engine Coolant.... . Tire Pressure Adjustment for form more complex maintenance High Speed Driving... Replacing Engine Coolant..tasks on your Honda, you may want Windshield Washers..... Inspection........to purchase the Service Manual. See Maintenance....... Transmission Fluid......
Page 177: Maintenance Safety
It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda performing maintenance. Only you with more economical , trouble-free technician or other qualified can decide whether or not you driving and help reduce air pollution.
Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you Before you begin any maintenance, begin, and make sure you have the make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 179: Maintenance Schedule
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies The services and time or distance Which Schedule to Follow: how often you should have your car intervals shown in the maintenance Service your car according to the serviced and what things need schedul e assume you will use your time and mileage periods on one of attention.
Page 180 We recommend the use of Genuine According to state and federal Your authorized Honda dealer knows your car best and can provide Honda parts and fluids whenever you regulations, failure to perform competent, efficient service. have maintenance done. These are...
Page 181 U.S. Owners Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedul e if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedul e do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.
Page 182 Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
Page 183 U.S. Owners Follow the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedul e if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under one or more of the following conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip. Driving in extremely hot [over 90°...
Page 184 Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time. Severe Conditions: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Page 185 # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 177. * : See Timing Belt on page to determine need for replacement. NOTE: Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Maintenance...
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenanc e Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules ) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedul e for normal conditions (page 178) or severe conditions (page 180). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenanc e...
Page 187 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
Page 188: Owner Maintenance Checks
Main Menu Table of Contents Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following Engine oil level — Check every Tires — Check the tire pressure items at the specified intervals. If time you fill the fuel tank. See monthly. Examine the tread for you are unsure of how to perform page 146.
Page 189: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) CLUTCH FLUID (5-speed Manual Transmissio n only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIO N FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop)
Page 190: Engine Oil
To add oil, unscrew and remove the A fuel-efficient oil is recommended engine oil fill cap on top of the valve for your Honda. This is shown on the cover. Pour in the oil, and install the API Service label by the words engine oil fill cap.
Page 191 An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is longevity. It only increases the cost preferred for improved fuel economy of operating your car. and year-round protection in your Honda. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below 20°F(— 7°C). Maintenance...
Page 192 (available from your maintenance done by a skilled Honda dealer) is required to mechanic. 2. Open the hood and remove the remove the filter. engine oil fill cap. Remove the oil 4.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil 5. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, NOTICE 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. then reinstall the drain bolt. Start the engine. The oil pressure Tighten it to: indicator light should go out within Improper disposal of engine oil can be five seconds.
Page 194 Removing the radiator cap To help y However, continued use of any non- while the engine is hot can decisions Honda coolant can result in cause the coolant to spray out, provided corrosion, causing the cooling seriously scalding you. other info system to malfunction or fail.
Page 195: Cooling System
Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car's cooling RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK system. They may not be compatible with the coolant or engine compo- nents. 2. Turn the radiator cap counter- 4.
Page 196 Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant . Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of the car. Unless you have the tools and knowledge, you should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic.
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 5. When the coolant stops draining, FILLER NECK RESERVE RESERVE tighten the drain plug at the TANK TANK CAP bottom of the radiator. 6. Mix the recommended antifreeze with an equal amount of purified or distilled water in a clean container.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 8. Check the level in the radiator, 13.Start the engine and hold it at RESERVE TANK add coolant if needed. 1,500 rpm until the radiator fan comes on. Turn off the engine. 9. Fill the reserve tank to the MAX Check the coolant level in the radiator and add coolant if needed.
Page 199: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshiel d When you refill the reservoir, clean LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly the edges of the windshield wiper during normal usage. In bad weather, blades with windshield washer fluid when you use the washers often, on a clean cloth.
Page 200: Transmission Fluid
LOWER quality. Have the transmission MARK drained and refilled with Honda ATF as soon as it is convenient. Check the fluid level with the engine 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back 3. Insert the dipstick all the way into at normal operating temperature.
Page 201 Table of Contents Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission Brake and Clutch Fluid If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG, SH or SJ Check the fluid level in the reser- FILLER BOLT grade motor oil with a viscosity of voirs monthly.
Page 202: Brake And Clutch Fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, the use of any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda DOT 3 brake fluid as soon as possible.
Page 203: Power Steering
However, continued use can cause increased wear and poor steering in cold weather. Have the power steering system flushed and refilled with Honda PSF as soon as possible. Maintenance...
Page 204: Air Cleaner Element
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be Replacement replaced according to the time and CLIPS distance recommendation s in the maintenance schedule. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 3. Carefully clean the inside of the On DX, DX Value Package and LX air cleaner housing with a damp models in the U.S., and all models in rag.
Page 205 5. Align the tabs and reinstall the air not sure how to clean and grease the cleaner housing cover, snap the latch, contact your Honda dealer. 2. Remove the old air cleaner two clips back into place. element.
Page 206: Spark Plugs
Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car should Replacement be replaced according to the time and distance recommendation s in SPARK PLUG CAP the maintenance schedule. 1. Clean up any dirt and oil around 4.
Page 207 Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs Specifications: NOTICE ZFR5F-11 NGK: Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A KJ16CR-L11 DENSO: spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Spark Plug Gap: Overtightening can cause damage to 0.04 in (1.1 mm) the threads in the cylinder head.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Check the condition of your car's Check the battery terminals for TEST INDICATOR WINDOW battery monthly. You should check corrosion (a white or yellowish the color of the test indicator window, powder). To remove it, cover the and for corrosion on the terminals.
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery Main Menu A Few Words About Safety If you need to connect the battery to NOTICE a charger, disconnect both cables to prevent damage to the car's Charging the battery with the cables Your safety, and the safety of others, You will f electrical system.
Page 210: Wiper Blades
Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper WIPER ARMS blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE holder until the tabs lock. BLADE 6. Slide the wiper blade assembl y onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield.
Page 212: Air Conditioning System
Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System Periodicall y check the engine' s If the air conditioning does not get as Optional for U.S. DX, and Canadian LX, radiator and air conditioning cold as before, have your dealer EX models condenser for leaves, insects, and check the system.
Page 213: Timing Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Drive Belts, Timing Belt Drive Belts The belts should have the following Timing Belt "play" or deflection. The timing belt should normally be POWER STEERING replaced at the intervals shown in ALTERNATOR BELT BELT Alternator belt: the maintenance schedule.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Check the pressure in the tires when To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation they are cold. This means the car must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated good condition with adequate tread, has been parked for at least three provides the best combination of...
Page 215 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm Speed Driving you check your tire pressures. This Honda strongly recommends that will make it easier for you to tell if a These pressures are also given on you not drive faster than posted...
Page 216 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inspection Maintenance INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Every time you check inflation, you In addition to proper inflation, should also examine the tires for correct wheel alignment helps to damage, foreign objects, and wear. decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer You should look for: check the wheel alignment.
Page 217: Tire Rotation
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Make sure the installer balances the Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement wheels when you have new tires tires, you may find that some tires installed. This increases riding are "directional." This means they Front Front comfort and tire life.
Page 218 Replacement its braking ability, traction, and wheels are available at your Honda steering accuracy. It is best to replace all four tires at dealer. the same time. If that is not possible...
Page 219: Winter Driving
Tires that are marked " M + S" or If you mount snow tires on your Wheels: "All Season" on the sidewall have an Honda, make sure they are radial 14 x 5 J all-weather tread design. They tires of the same size and load range should be suitable for most winter as the original tires.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires NOTICE Tire Chains Mount snow chains on your vehicle when warranted by driving condi- Chains of the wrong size or that are tions or required by local laws. Make improperly installed can damage your sure the chains are the correct size car's brake lines, suspension, body, and for your tires.
Page 221 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car's TURN SIGNAL/ exterior lights at least once a month. HEADLIGHT SIDE MARKER/ A burned out bulb can create an PARKING LIGHTS unsafe condition by reducing your car's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 222 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) STOP/TAILLIGHTS / Parking lights REAR SIDE MARKER LIGHTS Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models)
Page 223 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb BULB WEATHER SEAL HOLDER Your car has halogen headlight bulbs, one on each side. When replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel base and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 3. Remove the rubber weather seal 7. Push the electrical connector onto Replacing the Front Side Marker/ by pulling on the tab. Turn Signal and Parking Light the tabs of the new bulb. Make Bulb sure it locks in place.
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. HOLDING Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. CLIP 7. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 8.
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its (in Fenders) socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Reinstall the socket into the light assembl y by turning it clockwise until it locks.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk 9. Put the fastener in the hole on the side of the trunk lining and push Lid) on the center until it locks (the center is flush with the head). 8.
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a High-mount Brake 3. Reinstall the socket. Turn it socket. Light Bulb clockwise until it locks. Make sure Push the new bulb straight into the new bulb is working. the socket until it bottoms.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Rear License Bulb 4. Turn on the parking lights and check that the new bulb is working. 5. Put the lens back on the bulb holder and push it until it latches. Put the light assembl y back into the hole.
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Bulbs in the Interior Lights CEILING LIGHT CEILING LIGHT SPOTLIGHT U.S. EX except U.S. EX EX model Although the ceiling light and 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it spotlights come apart the same way, straight out of its metal tabs.
Page 231 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs. The trunk light is available on LX and EX models in the U.S., and all models in 3.
Page 232: Storing Your Car
Disconnect the battery. Change the engine oil and filter If you store your car for 12 months or longer, have your Honda dealer (see page 189). Support the front wiper blade perform the inspections called for in arms with a folded towel or rag so Wash and dry the exterior they do not touch the windshield.
Page 233 Main Menu...
Page 234: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care........your Honda helps to keep it "new" Washing........looking. This section gives you hints Waxing........on how to clean your car and Paint Touch-up......preserve its appearance: the paint, Interior Care........
Page 235: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Washing Rinse the car thoroughly with cool When you have washed and rinsed water to remove loose dirt. the whole exterior, dry it with a Frequent washing helps preserve chamois or soft towel. Letting it your car's beauty.
Page 236 You your dealer so you are sure to get beads or droplets after waxing. should use a polish on your Honda if the correct color. the finish does not have its original shine after using a wax.
Page 237: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl Vacuum the carpeting frequently to Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft the carpet wear out faster. cloth dampened in a solution of mild Periodicall y shampoo the carpet to soap and water.
Page 238 The rear window defogger and Many corrosion-preventiv e measures antenna wires are bonded to the inside are built into your Honda. You can of the glass. Wiping vigorously up-and- help keep your car from corroding down can dislodge and break these by performing some simple periodic wires.
Page 239 Body repairs can affect your car's and body. resistance to corrosion. If your car want Genuine Honda parts used in needs repairs after a collision, pay the repair. Although most insurers Check the floor coverings for...
Page 240: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
Main Menu Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more- Compact Spare Tire...... . common problems that motorists Changing a Flat Tire..... experience with their vehicles. It If Your Engine Won't Start... gives you information about how to Nothing Happens or the Starter safely evaluate the problem and what Motor Operates Very...
Page 241: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Your car has a compact spare tire Follow these precautions whenever INDICATOR LOCATION MARK that takes up less space. Use this you are using the compact spare tire: spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only.
Page 242: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, TRUNK FLOOR SPARE TIRE stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder The car can easily roll off the of a busy road is dangerous.
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACK JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH 6. Turn the jack's end bracket 7. Loosen the four wheel nuts 1/2 8. Locate the jacking point nearest counterclockwis e to loosen it, then turn with the wheel wrench. the tire you need to change.
Page 244 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS WHEEL COVER WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION 9. Use the extension and wheel Remove the flat tire. Temporarily 10.Remove the wheel nuts and wheel wrench as shown to raise the car cover.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB 11.Before mounting the spare tire, 12.Put on the spare tire. Put the 13.Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 18.Store the jack in the trunk with the SPACER WING BOLT end bracket on the right side. CONE Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Store the tool kit. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.
Page 247: If Your Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why your engine won't Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to START start falls into two areas, depending Motor Operates Very Slowly (III). If the headlights do not dim, on what you hear when you turn the check the condition of the fuses.
Page 248 2. Turn off all the electrical acces- fuel pump. Check all the fuses sories: heater, A/C, stereo system, You cannot start a Honda with an (see page 255). automatic transmission by pushing lights, etc.
Page 249: Jump Starting
( +) terminal other end to the grounding strap sure they have good metal-to- on your Honda' s battery. as shown. Do not connect this metal contact. jumper cable to any other part of the engine.
Page 250: If Your Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats The pointer of your car's tempera- Your car can overheat for several 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. ture gauge should stay in the mid- reasons, such as lack of coolant or a Put the transmission in Neutral or range under most conditions.
Page 251 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats 4. If the temperature gauge stays at 10.Start the engine and set the reaches the middle of the tempera- the red mark, turn off the engine. temperature control dial to ture gauge, or lower, before check- maximum.
Page 252: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator 4. Start the engine and watch the oil NOTICE LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, Running the engine with low oil turn off the engine.
Page 253: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator Immediatel y turn off all electrical By eliminating as much of the CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear electrical load as possible, you can drive several miles (kilometers) defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not before the battery is too discharged to use other electrically-operate d controls such as the power windows.
Page 254: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your NOTICE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP car, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or If you keep driving with the missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap malfunction indicator lamp on, you can and tighten it until it clicks several damage your car's emissions controls...
Page 255: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator service station (see page ). If the Towing on page BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* fluid level is low, take the car to your dealer and have the brake system If you must drive the car a short inspected for leaks or worn brake distance in this condition, drive pads.
Page 256: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close ROUND PLUG the moonroof, do the following: SOCKET 1. Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page 255). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 257 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car ABS FUSE BOX UNDER-HOOD have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two or three fuse boxes. INTERIOR The under-hood fuse box is located Cars equipped with ABS have a third fuse box for the ABS.
Page 258 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car FUSE PULLER FUSE stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 259 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a On U.S. DX Value Package and EX BLOWN spare fuse that has a lower rating, it models might blow out again. This does not If the radio fuse is removed, the indicate anything wrong.
Page 260 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX : On Canadian models CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 261 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX ABS FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 262: Emergency Towing
(automatic transmission), your car must be transported with the front There are three popular types of If your Honda cannot be transported wheels off the ground. professional towing equipment. by flat-bed, it should be towed by wheel-lift equipment with the front With the front wheels on the ground, Flat-bed Equipment —...
Page 263 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your car with all NOTICE four wheels on the groud, make sure you use a properly-designe d and Trying to lift or tow your car by the attached tow bar. Prepare the car for bumpers will cause serious damage.
Page 264: Technical Information
Emissions Controls......Identification Numbers....you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications........ . The Clean Air Act..... . your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. The expla- (U.S. Cars)......2 66 System........
Page 265: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATIO N NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
Page 266 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into TRANSMISSION NUMBER the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 267 Main Menu Table of Contents Specification s Dimensions Capacities Weights Engine 1 : U.S.: DX, DX Value Package, LX, Canada: LX, SE, EX 2 : U.S.: EX 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine.
Page 268 Main Menu Table of Contents Specification s page page 1 : Without moonroof 2 : With moonroof 1 : U.S.: DX, LX, Canada: LX, SE 2 : Canada: EX without ABS 3 : U.S.: EX, Canada: EX with ABS Technical Information...
Page 269 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Treadwear The tires on your car meet all U.S. Traction Federal Safety Requirements. All The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to tires are also graded for treadwear, tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 270 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars) Temperature Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire's resistance to the generation of loaded.
Page 271: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are If you notice any undesirabl e Gasoline containing ethanol may be being blended with alcohol or an operating symptoms, try another marketed under the name "Gasohol.' ether compound. These gasolines service station or switch to another are collectivel y referred to as MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl...
Page 272: Driving In Foreign Countries
Table of Contents Driving in Foreign Countries If you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.
Page 273: Emissions Controls
* In Canada, Honda vehicles comply smog creation, but it is a poisonous and burned during driving. with the Canadian Motor Vehicle gas.
Page 274 HC, CO, and (PCM) uses various sensors to Genuine Honda replacemen t parts or NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The determine how much air is going their equivalent for repairs. Using exhaust emissions control systems into the engine.
Page 275: Three Way Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature...
Page 276 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information........ . U.S. Zone Office Map....Canada Zone Office Map....Warranty Coverages..... Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)......Authorized Manuals..... . Warranty and Customer Relations...
Page 277 Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are If you are dissatisfied with the When you call or write, please give trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership' s us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 278: Warranty And Customer Relations
The addresses and telephone numbers are subject to change. If you cannot Moorestown, New Jersey 08057 Bella International reach your Zone office, ask your Honda dealer for the current information. (609) 235-5533 P.O. Box 190816 Includes: NYC Metro area and...
Page 279: Canada Zone Office Map
Main Menu Table of Contents Canada Zone Office Map CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTELE Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8 Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA- 9 Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-090 9 Toronto (416) 287-4776 Honda Canada Inc. National Office...
Page 280: Warranty Coverages
Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat Replacement Battery Limited belt that fails to function properly is Warranty — provides prorated Your new Honda is covered by these warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 281 NHTSA, U.S. Department of Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Transportation, Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems D.C. 20590. You can also obtain Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or other information about motor American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 282: Authorized Manuals
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356...
Page 283 Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-incline d owners to under- stand.
Page 284 Main Menu Index Additional Information About Operation........Your SRS........Anti-theft Steering Column Accessories and Modifications..Lock..........Additional Safety Precautions..Accessories........ . How the SRS Indicator Appearance Care......Additional Safety Precaution..Works........Ashtrays (Optional)......Modifications......
Page 285 Main Menu Index Belts, Seat........8, 42 License Plate Lights....Changing a Flat Tire..... Beverage Holder......Changing Engine Coolant.... . Rear Side Marker Lights..Charging System Indicator ..55, Body Repairs........Specifications......Brakes Spotlights........Checking Anti-lock System (ABS)...
Page 286 Main Menu Index Clutch Fluid........Defogger, Rear Window....CO in the Exhaust......Defrosting the Windows....Cold Weather, Starting in..... DEXRON® III Automatic Economy, Fuel....... Compact Spare....... Transmission Fluid....Emergencies on the Road.... . Dimensions........
Page 287 Main Menu Index Engine Fluids Gasohol.......... . Overheating....... . Automatic Transmission... Gasoline......... . Specifications......Brake.......... . Fuel Reserve Indicator....Engine Speed Limiter..159, 163 Clutch......... . Gauge..........Octane Requirement....Ethanol in Gasoline ...... . Manual Transmission....Evaporative Emissions Controls..
Page 288 Main Menu Index Reminder Beeper......Infant Restraint....... . Lap Belt..........Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..Inflation, Proper Tire ....Lap/Shoulder Belts......Turning on........High Speed Driving....Leaking of Exhaust into Car..Head Restraints....... Normal Driving......Lights Heating and Cooling.......
Page 289 Main Menu Index Panel Brightness Control....Park Gear Position......Maintenance........Octane Requirement , Gasoline..Parking..........Parking Brake........Owner Maintenance Checks..Odometer......... . Record........183 Odometer, Trip....... . Parking Lights........Required Indicator...... . Parking Over Things that Burn... Safety..........
Page 290 Main Menu Index Replacing Seat Belts After a Seat Belts........8, Crash..........Cleaning........Radiator Overheating....Reserve Tank, Engine Maintenance........ . Coolant....... . 147, 191 Reminder Light and Beeper..Radio/CD/Cassett e Sound System ....9 8, 107, 121 Restraint, Child.......
Page 291 Main Menu Index Snow Tires........Steering Wheel Temperature Gauge......Solvent-type Cleaners....Adjustment........Tether Anchorage Points....Sound System....98, 107, 121 Anti-theft Column Lock....Theft Protection......Spare Tire Stereo Sound System..9 8, 107, 121 Three Way Catalytic Converter...
Page 292 Main Menu Index Transmission Wheels Checking Fluid Level, Adjusting the Steering....Automatic....... Vehicle Capacity Load....Alignment and Balance.... . Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Dimensions...... . Compact Spare......Manual........Vehicle Identification Number..Wrench........Fluid Selection....197, 198 Vehicle Storage......
Page 293: Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda Premium Formula Genuine Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid number of 86 or higher. Automatic Transmission Fluid preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 ® preferred, or a DEXRON...

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