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2004 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Owner's Identification Form
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................
A Few Words About
Safety................................................................................................................. ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance.....................................................................................................................
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.
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...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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  • Page 1 2004 S2000 Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. Contents For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Owner's Identification Form Introduction ............................A Few Words About Safety.........................
  • Page 2 POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included V. I. N. in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., DELIVERY DATE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to (Date sold to original retail purchaser)
  • Page 3 NOTICE: is intended to help you avoid damage One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to to your Honda, other property, or the read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and environment.
  • Page 4 Main Menu A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, is very important. And operating this including: vehicle safely is an important Safety Labels on the vehicle.

  • Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.48) (P.47) BUTTON (P.50) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE HEATING AND AIR (P.102) CONDITIONING (P.74) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.54) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.78) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.59) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.66)
  • Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.93) (P.49) BUTTON (P.50) ENGINE START BUTTON (P.113) HEADLIGHTS/ WINDSHIELD WIPERS/ TURN SIGNALS WASHERS (P.48) (P.47) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH HORN (P.102) (P.95)
  • Page 7 Main Menu...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions ..How the SRS Indicator information about how to protect Your Vehicle’s Safety Features ..Works ........yourself and your passengers. It Seat Belts ........Airbag Service ......

  • Page 9: Important Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety child passenger. Due to the every additional drink. So don’t drink recommendations throughout this passenger’s airbag hazard, you and drive, and don’t let your friends section, and throughout this manual. drink and drive, either.

  • Page 10: Your Vehicle's Safety Features

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some 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 Vehicle’s Safety Features In addition, most states and all Seat Belts Help keep you from being thrown Your vehicle is equipped with seat Canadian provinces require you to against the inside of the vehicle belts in both seating positions.

  • Page 12: Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need To do Airbags Airbags can pose hazards. to know about your airbags are: their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can Airbags do not replace seat belts.

  • Page 13: Protecting Adults And Teens

    Adjust driver’s seat as far to the rear your Honda. stop. as possible while allowing you to maintain control of the vehicle. Have...

  • Page 14: Adjust The Seat-Backs

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens The National Highway Traffic Safety Adjust the Seat-Backs Reclining a seat-back so that the Administration and Transport shoulder part of the belt no longer Canada recommend that drivers rests against the occupant’s chest allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) reduces the protective capability of between the center of the steering...

  • Page 15: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Fasten and Position the Seat Never place the shoulder portion of a Belts lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Insert the latch plate into the buckle, This could cause behind your back. then tug on the belt to make sure the very serious injuries in a crash.

  • Page 16: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position

    Always sit upright, well back in Have your Honda dealer check the vehicle is parked and the engine is the seat, with your feet on the belt as soon as possible.

  • Page 17: Advice For Pregnant Women

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you are pregnant, the best way to Each time you have a check-up, ask Advice for Pregnant Women protect yourself and your unborn your doctor if it’s okay for you to child when driving or riding in a drive.

  • Page 18: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens, Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away Seat Belt System Components If your Your seat belt system includes lap/ Two people should never use the from the airbag covers.

  • Page 19: Lap/Shoulder Belt

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt body. Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The lap and shoulder belt goes over your shoulder, across your chest, The passenger’s seat belt has an and across your hips. additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child To fasten the belt, insert the latch...

  • Page 20: Seat Belt Maintenance

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts The tensioners are designed to Seat Belt Maintenance The dealer should also inspect the activate primarily in frontal collisions, For safety, you should check the anchors for damage and replace and they should activate in any condition of your seat belts regularly.

  • Page 21: Additional Information About Your Airbags

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components An indicator on the instrument How Your Airbags Work Your airbag system includes: panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags (see Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint page System) airbags.

  • Page 22: Driver And Passenger Safety

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt After a crash, you may see what restrains your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually and the airbag helps protect your powder from the airbag’s surface.

  • Page 23: How The Srs Indicator Works

    Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags How the SRS Indicator Works If the indicator comes on or The SRS indicator alerts flashes on and off while you drive. you to a potential problem Ignoring the SRS indicator can with your airbags or seat belt If you see any of these indications, result in serious injury or death...

  • Page 24: Airbag Service

    This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an problem.

  • Page 25: Protecting Children General Guidelines

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Must Be Restrained Each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because Children who are unrestrained they are either unrestrained or not or improperly restrained can be properly restrained.

  • Page 26: Your Vehicle Is Not Recommended For Child Passengers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Your Vehicle is Not The Passenger’s Airbag Can Pose Small Children Recommended for Child Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in passengers Airbags have been designed to help the passenger’s seat can be The National Highway Traffic Safety protect adults in a moderate to If the vehicle seat is too...
  • Page 27 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines U.S. Models Canadian Models To remind you of the passenger’s To remind you of the airbag hazards, airbag hazards, your vehicle has your vehicle has warning labels on warning labels on the dashboard and the driver’s and passenger’s visors.

  • Page 28: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Do not leave children alone in a Keep vehicle keys and remote Never hold a small child on your transmitters out of the reach of vehicle. Leaving children without lap.

  • Page 29: Protecting Small Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Small Children Because an inflating airbag can Child Seat Type We also recommend that a small seriously injure or kill small children, child uses the child seat as long as we recommend that you do not carry possible, until the child reaches the a small child as a passenger in this weight or height limit for the seat.

  • Page 30: Selecting Child Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Selecting a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat Secure the child in the child seat. To provide proper protection, a child After selecting a proper child seat, Make sure the child is properly seat should meet three there are three main steps to install...

  • Page 31: Installing A Child Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt The passenger’s seat belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. Move the vehicle seat to the rear- most position.
  • Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents 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...

  • Page 33: Protecting Larger Children

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When a child reaches the Checking Seat Belt Fit recommended weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the Allowing a larger child age 12 or child should sit in a back seat on a under to ride in the vehicle can booster and wear a lap/shoulder belt.

  • Page 34: Using A Booster Seat

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross Using a Booster Seat Some states also require children to between the child’s neck and arm? use a booster until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or Is the lap part of the belt as low as 60 lbs).
  • Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Ride in Maturity If you decide that a child can safely To safely ride in this vehicle, a child ride in this vehicle, be sure to: this Vehicle If the passenger’s airbag inflates in a must be able to follow the rules, moderate to severe frontal collision,...

  • Page 36: Additional Safety Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not let a child wear a seat belt This could result in across the neck. serious neck injuries during a crash. Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or This could cause under the arm.

  • Page 37: Carbon Monoxide Hazard

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk lid open, air flow can carbon monoxide gas. You should pull exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

  • Page 38: Safety Labels

    They warn you of potential U.S. models Canadian models hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. SEAT BELT TENSIONER DASHBOARD U.S. models only BATTERY...
  • Page 39 Main Menu...
  • Page 40 Instrument Panel ......Power Windows ......contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Convertible Top ......your Honda. All the essential Gauges ..........Mirrors ..........controls are within easy reach. Odometer ........Parking Brake .........

  • Page 41: Control Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL WINDSHIELD WIPER CONTROLS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER SWITCH (P.47) BUTTON (P.48) (P.50) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.102) DOOR LOCK HEATING AND AIR SWITCH CONDITIONING (P.54) (P.74) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.59) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.78) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.66)

  • Page 42: Instrument Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel (P.42) MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.43) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.42) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.41) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.42) TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING INDICATORS (P.42) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.41) SEAT BELT REMINDER...

  • Page 43: Instrument Panel Indicators

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure U.S. Canada Parking Brake and indicators to give you important Indicator Brake System information about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damaged Indicator if this indicator flashes or stays on This indicator has two functions: Seat Belt Reminder...
  • Page 44 ABS. If this happens, harder to steer. have your vehicle checked by your Honda dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. For more information, see page...
  • Page 45 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and ‘‘Daytime Running This indicator also blinks several Hazard Warning Lights’’ Indicator times when you turn the ignition Indicators switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY Canadian models only The left or right turn signal indicator This indicator comes on when you (I) or LOCK (0).
  • Page 46 Your dealer will reset this indicator stays on. after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is not done by a Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. Turn off the engine. Press and hold the TRIP button, then turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

  • Page 47: Gauges

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges To reset a trip meter, display it, and TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE then press and hold the TRIP button until you hear a beep and the FUEL GAUGE number resets to ‘‘0.0’’. TRIP BUTTON Select Button The select button switches the speedometer reading between miles...

  • Page 48: Fuel Gauge

    Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Clock TEMPERATURE GAUGE The clock displays the time with the ignition switch in the ON (II) CLOCK BUTTON FUEL GAUGE position. To set the clock: Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Press and hold the CLOCK button until the minute display blinks.

  • Page 49: Controls Near The Steering Wheel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.48) (P.49) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.50) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.93) ENGINE START BUTTON (P.113) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.47) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.102) CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH (P.95) HORN To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’...

  • Page 50: Windshield Wipers And Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to Windshield Washer Pull the select a position. wiper control lever toward you and hold it. The washers spray until you MIST The wipers run at high release the lever.

  • Page 51: Turn Signal And Headlights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal, Headlights Push down on the Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal High Beams To turn on, push left lever to signal a left turn and up the lever forward until you hear a to signal a right turn.

  • Page 52: Instrument Panel Brightness

    Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button To reduce glare at night, the Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button instrument panel illumination dims when you turn the light switch to Adjust the brightness to the desired level with the headlight switch off, and also with the headlight switch on.

  • Page 53: Rear Window Defogger

    Main Menu Table of Contents Rear Window Defogger Do not push the defogger button Rear Window Defogger when the convertible top is folded. Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged.

  • Page 54: Keys And Locks

    Do not try to take them apart. need this key number if you ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic The master key fits all the locks on circuits that are activated by the your vehicle.

  • Page 55: Immobilizer System

    If the indicator If you have lost your key and cannot starts to blink, it means the system start your engine, contact a Honda Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the dealer.

  • Page 56: Ignition Switch

    Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch ACCESSORY (I) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket in this Removing the key from the position. ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can ON (II) This is the normal key cause you to lose control.

  • Page 57: Door Locks

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks To lock the passenger’s door when Power Door Locks Trunk getting out of the vehicle, push the LOCK TAB lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver’s door, remove the key from the ignition switch, pull out either the inside or outside door handle and push the lock tab in, then...

  • Page 58: Emergency Trunk Opener

    Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Keep the trunk lid closed at all times Emergency Trunk Opener while driving to avoid damaging it and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard, page MASTER KEY You can also use the master key to As a safety feature, your vehicle has open the trunk lock.

  • Page 59: Remote Transmitter

    BUTTON You cannot lock or unlock the doors replacement needs to be with the remote transmitter if either reprogrammed by a Honda dealer. door is not fully closed or the key is Press this button to lock LOCK in the ignition switch.

  • Page 60: Instruments And Controls

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter To replace the battery, remove the Replacing the Transmitter As required by the FCC: round cover on the back of the Battery This device complies with Part 15 of the transmitter by turning it FCC rules.

  • Page 61: Seats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Seats See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the seat-back angle, pull backward, pull up on the lever under up on the lever on the outside of the the seat cushion’s front edge.

  • Page 62: Power Windows

    Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows You vehicle’s windows are The driver’s armrest has a master DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH electrically-powered. Turn the power window control panel. To ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or open the passenger’s window, push lower either window.
  • Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The master control panel also con- The MAIN switch controls power to tains these extra features: the passenger’s window. With this switch off, the passenger’s window Closing a power window on AUTO To open the driver’s cannot be raised or lowered.

  • Page 64: Convertible Top

    Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top The convertible top on your Honda Lowering the Convertible Top LATCH lowers and raises electrically. Before operating the convertible top, make sure the vehicle is parked on It is advisable to raise the top level ground, the rear defogger is off, whenever you park the vehicle.
  • Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Operating the convertible top while any part of a passenger is in the way of the convertible top can cause serious injury. Make sure that you, your passenger, or any other people around the vehicle are clear of the moving convertible top.
  • Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Convertible Top Cover CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER FASTENER STRAP Use the convertible top cover when the top is folded to help prevent foreign objects, dirt, etc., from getting into the material and the SNAP mechanism.
  • Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Convertible Top Raising the Convertible Top Push the locking levers up while LATCH holding the tab. When the latch is Apply the parking brake. The in place, release the tab. Make convertible top will not operate sure the convertible top is securely unless the parking brake is fully latched.
  • Page 68 Shin-Etsu and avoid commercial car washes. Silicon Grease (available from your Honda dealer, P/N 08798-9013) onto the seals wherever they touch the convertible top or each other. Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 69: Mirrors

    Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Move the selector switch to L Push the appropriate edge of the Be sure to adjust the mirrors before (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s adjustment switch to move the you start driving.

  • Page 70: Parking Brake

    Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake NOTICE: Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever.

  • Page 71: Interior Lights

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights If the three-position switch is in the center position, the interior light will come on when you remove the key from the ignition switch. The interior light has a three- In addition, when the three position position switch.

  • Page 72: Interior Convenience Items

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET AUDIO PANEL BEVERAGE HOLDER Instruments and Controls...

  • Page 73: Beverage Holder

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holder Accessory Power Socket Console Compartments Open the beverage holder by This socket is intended to supply The area between the seat has two pushing on the tab. The lid will slide power for 12 volt DC accessories compartments.

  • Page 74: Audio Panel

    Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Audio Panel The lever to open the upper compartment is inside the lower To open the audio panel, push on the compartment. Push up the lever, and top center, and let the panel swing lift the lid.
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  • Page 76: Comfort And Convenience Features

    Main Menu Comfort and Convenience Features The heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ....systems in your Honda provide a Airflow Buttons ....... comfortable driving environment in Playing the Radio ......all weather conditions. Radio Reception ......Playing a CD ........

  • Page 77: Vents, Heating, And A/C

    Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C RECIRCULATION BUTTON MODE CONTROL DIAL AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON TEMPERATURE FAN CONTROL LEVER CONTROL DIAL Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 78: Airflow Buttons

    Main Menu Table of Contents Airflow Buttons Fan Control Lever The outside air intakes for the Air flows from the vents on Push this lever up and down to heating and cooling system are at both sides of the instrument panel, increase and decrease the fan speed.
  • Page 79 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Air flows from the defroster Ventilation Using the A/C The flow-through ventilation system Air conditioning places an extra load vents at the base of the windshield and the vents on both sides of the draws in outside air, circulates it on the engine.
  • Page 80 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C To Dehumidify the Interior To Defog and Defrost To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice Air conditioning, as it cools, removes To remove fog from the inside of the From the Windows moisture from the air.

  • Page 81: Playing The Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio A.SEL INDICATOR STEREO INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON SCAN INDICATOR SCAN BUTTON A.SEL BUTTON SEEK BAR TUNE KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB PRESET BUTTONS Comfort and Convenience Features...
  • Page 82 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio To Play the Radio lower frequency. Preset Each preset button can The ignition switch must be in the store one frequency on AM, and two ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The SEEK function frequencies on FM.
  • Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the Radio If you are AUTO SELECT To turn off Auto Select, press the Balance/Fader These two traveling far from home and can no A. SEL button. This restores the modes adjust the strength of the longer receive your preset stations, presets you originally set.

  • Page 84: Radio Reception

    Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception 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 Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance cies: from the station’s transmitter,...
  • Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Reception As required by the FCC: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Radio signals, especially on the FM Radio reception can be affected by band, are deflected by large objects atmospheric conditions such as such as buildings and hills.

  • Page 86: Playing A Cd

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD AM/FM BUTTON CD SLOT EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR REPEAT BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BAR PWR/VOL KNOB REPEAT INDICATOR Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 87: Cd Changer

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer CD Player button. You will see RPT in the the CD will stay in the drive. When With the ignition in the display. Press the RPT button again you turn the system back on, the CD ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, to turn it off.

  • Page 88: Protecting Your Cds

    Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs When using CD-R discs, use only When a CD is not being played, store high quality CDs labeled for audio it in its case to protect it from dust use.

  • Page 89: Cd Player Error Messages

    If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the EJECT button and pull out the CD. your vehicle to a Honda dealer. FOCUS Error Check if the CD is inserted correctly in the CD player.

  • Page 90: Cd Changer Error Messages

    If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the magazine eject button and pull out your vehicle to a Honda dealer. the magazine, check for error indication. Insert FOCUS Error the magazine again. If the code does not disappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out, consult your Honda dealer.

  • Page 91: Playing The Xm Satellite Radio

    Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Optional on U.S. models Not available on Canadian models Your Honda is capable of receiving AM/FM BUTTON TUNE KNOB XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska.
  • Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Playing the Satellite Radio You may experience periods when can be displayed for any title or To listen to satellite radio, turn the XM radio does not transmit the artist name.
  • Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio The SCAN function gives SCAN To store a channel: Pick the preset button you want you a sampling of all channels while You can store up to 12 for that channel. Press and hold Preset in the channel mode.
  • Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio The XM satellites are in orbit near the equator; therefore, objects Signal may be Signals are weaker located south of the vehicle may blocked by in these areas. cause satellite reception mountains or interruptions.
  • Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. 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 96: Remote Audio Controls

    Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Audio Controls If you want to mute the sound in the audio system display. AUDIO CONTROL CHANNEL temporarily, push the MUTE button. BUTTON BUTTON The indicator in the button will come If you are playing a CD, the system on to indicate the mute function is on.

  • Page 97: Radio Theft Protection

    1 If you lose the card, you must obtain hour before trying again. the code number from a Honda dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number. Comfort and Convenience Features...

  • Page 98: Cruise Control

    Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the CANCEL BUTTON RESUME/accel accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways.
  • Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control The cruise control may not hold Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising the set speed when you are going You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: up and down hills.
  • Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Even with the cruise control turned When you push the CANCEL button, Cancelling the Cruise Control on, you can still use the accelerator You can cancel the cruise control in or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the pedal to speed up for passing.
  • Page 101 Main Menu...
  • Page 102 Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Honda, Break-in Period ......you should know what gasoline to Gasoline Type ....... use, and how to check the levels of Service Station Procedures ..important fluids. You also need to Fuel Economy .......

  • Page 103: Before Driving

    Break-in Period Gasoline Type Some gasoline today is blended with Help assure your vehicle’s future Your Honda is designed to operate oxygenates such as ethanol or reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to extra attention to how you drive octane number of 91 or higher.

  • Page 104: Service Station Procedures

    Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Refueling If the fuel nozzle keeps clicking off even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your Gasoline is highly flammable vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery and explosive. You can be system.
  • Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Opening the Hood To Close the Hood RELEASE HANDLE Park the vehicle, and set the hood. Lift it up slightly to remove the parking brake. Pull the hood support rod from the hole. Put the release handle located under the If the hood latch handle moves support rod back into its holding clip.
  • Page 106 Wipe the dipstick with a clean on page Adding Oil coolant. cloth or paper towel. Refer to Owner’s Maintenance Insert it all the way back in its hole. Checks on page for information on checking other items in your Honda. Before Driving...

  • Page 107: Fuel Economy

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Try to maintain a constant speed. Improving Fuel Economy Always maintain your vehicle Every time you slow down and according to the maintenance speed up, your vehicle uses extra schedule. See Owner’s fuel. Use the cruise control when Maintenance Checks on page appropriate.

  • Page 108: Accessories And Modifications

    Be sure electronic accessories do Accessories or killed. not overload electrical circuits Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your proper operation. Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
  • Page 109 If you plan to modify your vehicle, or other raised objects, which consult your Honda dealer. could cause the airbags to deploy. Raising your vehicle with an aftermarket suspension kit can affect handling and stability.

  • Page 110: Carrying Cargo

    Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: UPPER AND LOWER CONSOLE DOOR POCKET COMPARTMENTS Upper and lower console compartments Door pockets Console Side Nets 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 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo The maximum load limit for your Subtract the combined weight of vehicle is 400 lbs (185 kg). This the driver and passenger from 400 figure includes the total weight of all lbs (185 kg). Overloading or improper occupants, cargo, and accessories.
  • Page 112 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Items in the Passenger Carrying Cargo in the Trunk Distribute cargo evenly on the Compartment Store or secure all items that could floor of the trunk, placing the be thrown around and hurt heaviest items on the bottom and someone during a crash.

  • Page 113: General Precautions

    Main Menu Table of Contents General Precautions Your Honda is designed to give you Because of the low-profile tires optimum handling and performance fitted to your vehicle, the alloy on well-maintained roads. As part of wheels are closer to the ground.
  • Page 114 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 6-speed Manual Transmission ..manual transmission. It also includes Parking ........... important information on parking Braking System ......

  • Page 115: Preparing To Drive

    Main Menu Table of Contents 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 passenger has fastened his or your vehicle.

  • Page 116: Starting The Engine

    Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way In cold weather, turn off all down and hold it there while electrical accessories to reduce starting to clear flooding.

  • Page 117: Speed Manual Transmission

    Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Come to a full stop before you shift into Reverse. You can damage the transmission by trying to shift into Rapid slowing or speeding-up Reverse with the vehicle moving. can cause loss of control on Push down the clutch pedal, and slippery surfaces.
  • Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents 6-speed Manual Transmission Recommended Shift Points Engine Speed Limiter Reverse Lockout Drive in the highest gear that lets If you exceed the maximum speed the engine run and accelerate for the gear you are in, the engine smoothly.
  • Page 119 If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn Parking Braking System the front wheels away from the Your Honda is equipped with disc Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle. Make sure curb, and put the transmission in brakes at all four wheels.
  • Page 120 Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System, Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Check the brakes after driving etc.). If one circuit should develop a Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) through deep water. Apply the problem, you will still have braking The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) brakes moderately to see if they feel at two wheels.
  • Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS), Towing a Trailer ABS Indicator Important Safety Reminders Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a ABS does not reduce the time or ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM distance it takes to stop the trailer.
  • Page 122 If you have the skills and tools to per- Seat Belts ........form more complex maintenance Floor Mats ........tasks on your Honda, you may want Dust and Pollen Filter ....to purchase the Service Manual. See Wiper Blades .........

  • Page 123: Maintenance Safety

    All service items not detailed in this with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. section should be performed by a not run the engine unless Honda technician or qualified instructed to do so. mechanic. Improperly maintaining this Important Safety Precautions...

  • Page 124: Maintenance Schedule

    Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The maintenance schedule assumes Which Schedule to Follow Driving in mountainous conditions. you will use your vehicle as normal Service your vehicle according to the transportation for your passenger time and mileage periods on one of Driving on muddy, dusty, or de- and possessions.
  • Page 125 Tires Check the tire pressure services be performed at the monthly. Examine the tread for We recommend the use of Honda recommended time or mileage wear and foreign objects. See page parts and fluids whenever you have period to ensure long-term reliability.
  • Page 126 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or every 1 year, whichever comes first Check tires inflation and condition...
  • Page 127 Main Menu Table of Contents Service the items listed at the indicated distance (or time, if given). miles x 1,000 km x 1,000 Check engine oil and coolant Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop Check tires Check inflation and condition once a month Replace engine oil and oil filter Every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or every 6 months, whichever comes first Check tires inflation and condition...
  • Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. 3,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km...
  • Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 63,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 93,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 102,000 km 150,000 km Date Date 67,500 mi mi/km 97,500 mi mi/km 108,000 km 156,000 km Date Date...
  • Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) 123,750 mi Signature or dealer stamp mi/km 198,000 km Date 127,500 mi mi/km 204,000 km Date 131,250 mi mi/km 210,000 km Date 135,000 mi mi/km 216,000 km Date 138,750 mi mi/km 222,000 km...

  • Page 131: Fluid Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP WASHER FLUID CLUTCH FLUID (Blue cap) (Gray cap) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK COOLANT RESERVOIR Maintenance...

  • Page 132: Adding Engine Oil

    American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements. It is highly recommended that you use Honda motor oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. Unscrew and remove the engine oil API CERTIFICATION SEAL fill cap on top of the valve cover.
  • Page 133 Run the engine until it reaches and year-round protection in your normal operating temperature, Honda. You may use a 5W-40 oil if then shut it off. the temperature in your area goes below 0°F ( 20°C).
  • Page 134 (available from your seconds. If it does not, turn off the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil Honda dealer) is required. engine and check your work. into an appropriate container. Install a new oil filter according to Let the engine run for several the instructions that come with it.
  • Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant Turn off the engine and let it sit If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not Adding Engine Coolant for several minutes, then check available, you may use another RESERVE TANK the oil level on the dipstick.

  • Page 136: Engine Coolant

    Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant If the reserve tank is completely The coolant level should be up to empty, you should also check the the base of the filler neck. Add coolant level in the radiator. coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill.
  • Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Manual Transmission Fluid, Windshield Washers If Honda MTF is not available, you Manual Transmission Fluid Windshield Washers may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 Check the fluid level in the FILLER BOLT viscosity motor oil with the API windshield washer reservoir at least Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR...
  • Page 138 If it is not, slowly add fluid the latch, contact your Honda dealer. until it starts to run out of the hole. Maintenance...

  • Page 139: Brake And Clutch Fluid

    DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life The fluid level should be between The fluid level should be between of the system.
  • Page 140 Adjustments should be performed by and the key removed. Because of hard objects. If you touch the glass, a Honda dealer or other qualified this, you should not attempt to clean it with denatured alcohol and a mechanic.
  • Page 141 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Make sure the bulb is installed correctly by looking through the headlight lens. The pins on the base of the bulb should fit in the holes in the headlight assembly.
  • Page 142 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Front Turn Signal and Side Marker Light Bulbs If you are changing the bulb on the driver’s side, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, then turn off the engine.
  • Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Pull the bulb straight out of its Replacing a Side Turn Signal Bulb socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens, and turn it clockwise until it locks.
  • Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs Open the trunk. Determine which bulb is burned Remove the socket by turning it out: turn signal or back-up light. one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Remove the fasteners from the trunk lining. To remove a fastener, Remove the burned out bulb by push on the center of the head pulling it straight out of its socket.
  • Page 145 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb into the socket. Push the socket into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise until it locks. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Install the trunk lining, and secure it with the fasteners.
  • Page 146 Seat Belts, Floor Mats, Dust and Pollen Filter Seat Belts Floor Mats If you use a non-Honda floor mat, If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft make sure it fits properly and that it brush with a mixture of mild soap can be used with the floor mat and warm water to clean them.

  • Page 147: Windshield Washers

    Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, areas that are getting hard, or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
  • Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades, Tires Slide the new wiper blade into the Tires BLADE holder until the tabs lock. To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be the proper type and Slide the wiper blade assembly size, in good condition with adequate onto the wiper arm.
  • Page 149 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Inflation Front: Tire pressure for high speed driving Keeping the tires properly inflated is the same as for normal driving. Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure provides the best combination of for Normal Driving handling, tread life, and riding 215/45R17 87W 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 Use a gauge to measure the air...
  • Page 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check the pressure when the Tire Inspection TREAD WEAR INDICATORS tires are hot (driven for several Every time you check inflation, you miles), you will see readings 4 to 6 should also examine the tires for psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm ) damage, foreign objects, and wear.
  • Page 151 Tire Maintenance Tire Rotation Replacing Tires In addition to proper inflation, You should not rotate your Honda’s Replace your tires with radial tires of correct wheel alignment helps to tires. The front and rear tires are the same size, load range, speed decrease tire wear.
  • Page 152 If you mount snow tires on your for tire size explanation. Honda, make sure they are radial tires of the same size and load range as original tires. Mount snow tires on all four wheels. The traction provided by snow tires on dry roads may be lower than your original tires.
  • Page 153 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Tire Chains NOTICE: Traction devices that are the Because your Honda has limited tire wrong size or improperly installed can clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’ damage your vehicle’s brake lines, cable-type traction devices, with suspension, body, and wheels.

  • Page 154: Checking The Battery

    If additional battery maintenance is operation. TEST INDICATOR WINDOW needed, see your Honda dealer or a Check the condition of the battery qualified technician. A spark or flame can cause the monthly by looking at the test battery to explode with enough indicator window.

  • Page 155: Vehicle Storage

    If you store your vehicle for 1 year or longer, have your Honda dealer they do not touch the windshield. Clean the interior. Make sure the perform the inspections called for in carpeting, floor mats, etc., are...

  • Page 156: 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 the Engine Won’t Start ..... gives you information about how to Jump Starting ........

  • Page 157: Compact Spare Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Follow these precautions: INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.

  • Page 158: Changing A Flat Tire

    Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, The size difference may also cause TOOL BOX LID stop in a safe place to change it. damage to the rear differential, so do Drive slowly along the shoulder until not mount the compact spare on the you get to an exit or an area that is...
  • Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire SPARE TIRE COVER Remove the three clips holding Unscrew the wing bolt, and take Locate the jacking point nearest the spare tire cover by pulling the spare tire out of the spare tire the tire you need to change.
  • Page 160 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB Use the extension and wheel Remove the wheel nuts and flat Before mounting the spare tire, wrench as shown to raise the tire. Temporarily place the flat tire wipe any dirt off the mounting vehicle until the flat tire is off the on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel and hub with...
  • Page 161 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Put on the spare tire. Put the Lower the vehicle to the ground, Tighten the wheel nuts securely in wheel nuts back on finger-tight, and remove the jack. a crisscross pattern. Have the then tighten them in a crisscross wheel nut torque checked at the pattern with the wheel wrench...
  • Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Remove the tool box from the Replace the spare tire cover. trunk well, and replace the jack, Secure it with the three clips. Push wheel wrench, and extension in each clip down securely, and pivot the tool box.
  • Page 163 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Diagnosing why the engine won’t Nothing Happens or the Starter Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). start falls into two areas, depending Turn on the headlights, and check Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you press When you press the ENGINE their brightness.
  • Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start If the headlights dim noticeably or The Starter Operates Normally There may be an electrical go out when you try to start the In this case, the starter motor’s problem, such as no power to the engine, either the battery is speed sounds normal, or even faster fuel pump.

  • Page 165: Jump Starting

    Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple To Jump Start Your Vehicle: procedure, you should take several precautions. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the battery. In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte.

  • Page 166: Jump Starting, If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting, If the Engine Overheats Start the vehicle. If the starter If the Engine Overheats motor still operates slowly, check The reading on your vehicle’s that the jumper cables have good temperature gauge should stay in metal-to-metal contact.

  • Page 167: If The Engine Overheats

    Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If the temperature gauge stays at Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral, the red mark, turn off the engine. and set the parking brake. Turn Steam and spray from an off the all accessories, and turn on Look for any obvious coolant leaks,...
  • Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If there was no coolant in the Using gloves or large heavy cloth, Put the radiator cap back on reserve tank, you may need to add turn the radiator cap tightly. Run the engine, and watch coolant to the radiator.
  • Page 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator Safely pull off the road, and shut Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator off the engine. Turn on the hazard If the charging system This indicator should never come on when the engine is warning indicators.

  • Page 170: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If this indicator comes on If the indicator comes on repeatedly, If your vehicle battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these while driving, it means one even though it may go off as you of the engine’s emission control continue driving, have your vehicle codes are erased.

  • Page 171: Brake System Indicator

    Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not The brake system indicator U.S. feel normal, you should take normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch immediate action. A problem in one to ON (II), and as a part of the system’s dual circuit Canada...

  • Page 172: Closing The Convertible Top

    Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Convertible Top If the electric motor will not close CONNECTOR the convertible top, do the following. Check the fuse for the convertible top motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
  • Page 173 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR UNDERHOOD UNDERHOOD (PRIMARY) (AUXILIARY) The interior fuse box is underneath There are two under-hood fuse Checking and Replacing Fuses the dashboard on the driver’s side. boxes in the engine compartment. If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a The primary under-hood fuse box is blown fuse first.
  • Page 174 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Check the smaller fuses in the soon as you can. under-hood fuse boxes and all the fuses in the interior fuse box by NOTICE: Replacing a f use with one pulling out each one with the fuse that has a higher rating greatly puller provided in the primary increases the chances of damaging the...

  • Page 175: Fuse Locations

    Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected Windshield Wiper, 7.5 A 10 A Daytime Running Lights Auto Stop Signal 10 A Keyless Entry 15 A Washer Motor 7.5 A Back-up Not used 7.5 A Interior Light Not used...
  • Page 176 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuse Locations UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXES (PRIMARY FUSE BOX) No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits Protected Lighting 1 Relay Magnetic Clutch Relay Lighting 2 Relay Right Headlight 20 A Horn Relay 15 A ACG S 40 A Power Window Motor 10 A...

  • Page 177: If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck

    Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck If your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page For very short distances, such as Remove the towing hook, hook freeing the vehicle, you can use the extension, and wheel wrench from detachable towing hook that mounts...
  • Page 178 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck Screw the towing hook into the extension and tighten it securely by hand. NOTICE: To avoid damage to your vehicle, use the towing hook f or straight, f lat ground towing only. Do not tow at an angle.

  • Page 179: Emergency Towing

    Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing The tow The tow If your vehicle needs to be towed, Wheel Lift Equipment Sling-type Equipment call a professional towing service or truck uses two pivoting arms that go truck uses metal cables with hooks organization.

  • Page 180: Technical Information

    ....Emissions Controls ....... you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ The Clean Air Act ..... your Honda, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading Crankcase Emissions Control identification numbers. It also (U.S. Vehicles) ...... System ........

  • Page 181: Identification Numbers

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard.
  • Page 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped on the back left corner of the engine TRANSMISSION NUMBER block, below the rear valve cover. The Transmission Number is on a label underneath the transmission. ENGINE NUMBER Technical Information...

  • Page 183: Specifications

    Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 162.0 in (4,115 mm) Fuel tank 13.2 US gal (50 ) Width 68.9 in (1,750 mm) Engine coolant Height 50.6 in (1,285 mm) Change 1.72 US gal (6.5 ) Wheelbase 94.5 in (2,400 mm) Total 2.01 US gal (7.6 ) Track...
  • Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Battery Headlights High 12 V 55 W Capacity 12 V 36 AH/5 HR 12 V 35 W Daytime running lights 12 V 55 W(H1) Fuses Front turn signal lights 12 V 21 W Under-hood See page or the fuse box...
  • Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for tive rating based on the wear rate of lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
  • Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for The temperature grades are A (the this tire is established for a tire that highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not over- tire’s resistance to the generation of loaded.

  • Page 187: Tire Labeling

    Main Menu Table of Contents Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described Load index (a numerical code below.

  • Page 188: Emissions Controls

    ‘‘smog.’’ canister while the engine is off. After Carbon monoxide does not contri- In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, bute to smog creation, but it is a with the Canadian emission the vapor is drawn into the engine poisonous gas.
  • Page 189 Honda replacement parts or their the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that emissions when the engine is cold. equivalent for repairs. Using lower comes out the tailpipe.

  • Page 190: Three Way Catalytic Converter

    The catalytic converter is referred to running properly. as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER...

  • Page 191: State Emissions Testing

    Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
  • Page 192 If readiness codes are still not set, see you cannot do this for a your Honda dealer. continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
  • Page 193 Main Menu...
  • Page 194 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ........ Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... Warranty and Customer Relations...

  • Page 195: Customer Service Information

    Honda dealership personnel are U.S. Owners: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin trained professionals. They should Islands: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. be able to answer all your questions. Vortex Motor Corp. Automobile Customer Service If you encounter a problem that your...

  • Page 196: Warranty Coverages

    Table of Contents Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty a seat Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these belt that fails to function properly is Warranty provides prorated warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.

  • Page 197: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)

    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 198: 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 publications shown below can be purchased from Helm ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-782-4356 Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...

  • Page 199: Authorized Manuals

    Main Menu Table of Contents Authorized Manuals Service Manual: NOTE: Dealers and Companies please provide dealer or company name, and also the name of the person to whose attention the shipment should This manual covers maintenance and recommended be sent. For purchases outside U.S.A. please write to the address shown procedures for repair to engine and chassis components.
  • Page 200 Main Menu Index Battery Turn Signal Lights .... . 139, Charging System Bulbs, Halogen ......Accessories Indicator ......40, Installation ......... Jump Starting ......Accessory Power Socket ....Maintenance ......ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Specifications ......Capacities Chart ......Position) ........
  • Page 201 Main Menu Index Child Safety ........Crankcase Emission Control Doors Booster Seats ......System ........Locking and Unlocking ....Child Seats ........Cruise Control Operation ....Monitor Light ......Important Safety Reminders ..Cruise Control Indicator ....Power Door Locks ......
  • Page 202 Main Menu Index Emissions Testing, State ..... Filters Octane Requirement ....Engine ..........Tank, Filling the ......Coolant ........Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... Gauges ..........Coolant Temperature Gauge ..Flat Tire, Changing a ....Engine Coolant Temperature . Malfunction Indicator Fluids Fuel ..........
  • Page 203 Main Menu Index Hood Latch ........Low Fuel ........Hood, Opening the ....... Low Oil Pressure ......Hydraulic Clutch ......Label, Certification ......Maintenance Required ....Seat Belt ........Lane Change, Signaling ..............Lap/Shoulder Belts ....12, Trunk-open ........
  • Page 204 Main Menu Index Odometer, Trip ....... Power Windows ......Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ..Maintenance ........Change, How to ......Protecting Adults and Teens ..Owner’s Maintenance Change, When to ...... Additional Safety Precautions . Checks ........Checking Engine ...... Advice for Pregnant Women ..
  • Page 205 Main Menu Index Replacement Information System Components ....Airbag Components ....Engine Oil and Filter ....Use During Pregnancy ....Airbag Service ......Fuses .......... Seats, Adjusting the ......How the SRS Indicator Light Bulbs ........ Serial Number ....... Works ........
  • Page 206 Main Menu Index Technical Descriptions Emergency Wrecker ....DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Trailer, Do Not Tow a ....Emissions Control Systems ..Transmission Vehicle Dimensions ...... Three Way Catalytic Checking Fluid Level, 6-speed Vehicle Identification Number ..Converter .......
  • Page 207 Main Menu Index Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades ....... Operation ........Worn Tires ........Wrecker, Emergency Towing ..XM Satellite Radio ......VIII...

  • Page 208: Service Information Summary

    60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) detergent oil (see page Brake Fluid: Oil change capacity (including Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid filter): DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or 5.1 US qt (4.8 ) DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...

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