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

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

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Your Car 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.

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 Insight 2000

Page 1: Table Of Contents
2000 Insight 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: Owner's Identification Form
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: Introduction
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 Your safety, and the safety of others, You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms, 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 POWER WINDOW SWITCHES HEATING/COOLIN G CONTROLS (P.82, 89) (P.75) FCD SELECT BUTTON AUDIO SYSTEM (P.52) (P.96) DIGITAL CLOCK DOOR LOCK (P.69) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.119) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.120)
Page 6 Main Menu Your Car at a Glance MIRROR CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHER S (P.76) (P.61) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.63) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.75) HEADLIGHTS/TUR N SIGNALS REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HORN (P.59, 61) (P.63)
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important Important Safety Precautions..General Guidelines for Using information about how to protect Your Car's Safety Features....Child Seats....... . yourself and your passenger. It Seat Belts........Protecting Small Children..
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions airbag hazard, you should never every additional drink. So don't drink You'll find many safety carry an infant in a rear-facing child recommendation s throughout this and drive, and don't let your friends seat in this car.
Page 10 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 passenger during a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong aluminum framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment;...
Page 11 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 wear seat belts. Help keep you from being thrown your passenger, your car is equipped against the inside of the vehicle with seat belts in both seating and against other occupants.
Page 12 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 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features What you should do: Move the seats Door Locks Seats & Seat-Backs as far back as possible, and keep Keeping your doors locked reduces Your car's seats are designed to keep adjustable seat-backs in an upright the chance of being thrown out of you in a comfortable, upright...
Page 14 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Your Car's Safety Features Pre-Drive Safety Checklist Both doors are closed and locked (see page To make sure you and your passenger get the maximum protection from your car's safety All cargo is properly stored or features, check the following each secured (see page 128).
Page 15 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults Introduction 2.Adjust the Front Seats Your car has a door monitor light on the instrument panel to indicate The following pages provide when a specific door is not tightly instructions on how to properly closed.
Page 16 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults A passenger should also adjust 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 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults 4.Fasten and Position the Seat spreads the forces of a crash over Belts the strongest bones in your upper Insert the latch plate into the buckle, body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 19 Have your their feet on the floor, until the car is Honda dealer check the belt as soon parked and the engine is off. as possible. Sitting improperly can increase the...
Page 20 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults Advice for Pregnant Women Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible Sitting improperly or out of from the steering wheel or position can result in serious dashboard.
Page 21 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Adults Keep your hands and arms away Additional Safety Precautions Do not place hard or sharp objects Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. If your between yourself and an airbag. same seat belt.
Page 22 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 properly restrained.
Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Your Car is Not Recommended The Passenger' s Airbag Poses Small Children for Child Passengers Placing a forward-facing child seat in Serious Risks to Children the front seat of a car equipped with We strongly recommend that you do Airbags have been designed to help a passenger's airbag can be...
Page 24 Main Menu Table of Contents 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, your car has warning your car has warning labels on the labels hanging from the glove box driver's and passenger' s visors.
Page 25 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Safety Precaution Selecting a Child Seat General Guidelines for Using Do not leave a child alone in your Child Seats To provide proper protection, a child car. Leaving a child without adult As discussed on page 20, because seat should meet three supervision is illegal in most states...
Page 26 However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be properly installed in this car. Small Children: A child who can sit...
Page 27 Passenger's Seat This page briefly summarizes Infants: Never in the passenger' s seat, due to the passenger' s airbag Honda' s recommendation s on where to place a child seat in your car. hazard. Small children: Not recommended, due to the passenger' s airbag...
Page 28 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Installing a Child Seat To provide security during normal 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 there are three main steps in a collision, we recommend that strapped in the child seat...
Page 29 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Small Children If you decide to carry a small child in this car, follow the instructions and guidelines below. Improperly placing a forward- facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury Child Seat Type A child who can sit up without...
Page 30 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Child Seat Installation The passenger' s seat belt has a locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. The following pages provide instructions and tips on how to secure a forward-facing child seat with this type of seat belt.
Page 31 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Additional Precautions for Small Children Never hold a small child on your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the child.
Page 32 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Protecting Larger Children If a child is too short for the shoulder Checking Seat Belt Fit The passenger' s airbag poses part of the belt to properly fit, we serious risks to children, including recommend that the child use a those who have outgrown child seats.
Page 33 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Do not put any accessories on a seat Using a Booster Seat However, if the belt touches or crosses the child's neck, the child belt. Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the needs to use a booster seat.
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children A child may continue using a booster When Can a Larger Child Ride in this Physical Size seat until the tops of the ears are Physically, a child must be large even with the top of the seat-back.
Page 35 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children If you decide that a child can safely Supervise the child. Even a mature ride in this car, be sure to: child sometimes needs to be reminded to fasten the seat belt or sit properly.
Page 36 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Protecting Children Using Child Seats with Tethers Your car has a tether anchorage Attach the tether strap hook to the point on the trunk lining for securing tether anchorage point as shown in a tether-styl e child seat to the car.
Page 37 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Lap/Shoulder Belt Seat Belt System Components get closed in the door. Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in both seating Both seat belts have an emergency positions.
Page 38 If a seat belt is worn during a crash, Honda provides a lifetime warranty you should have your dealer inspect on seat belts. Honda will repair or the belt, and replace it if necessary. A belt that has been worn during a...
Page 39 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS related wiring when the ignition is How Your Airbags Work SRS Components ON (II). Your Supplementa l Restraint System (SRS) includes: An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to Two front airbags.
Page 40 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Additional Information About Your SRS During a crash, your seat belt helps After a crash, you may see what restrain your lower body and torso, looks like smoke. This is actually while the tensioner tightens and powder from the airbag' s surface.
Page 41 Supplementa l Restraint System. may not deploy when you need them. See your Honda dealer as soon as When you turn the ignition ON (II), possible. this indicator will light up briefly then go out.
Page 42 Do the airbags to deploy, possibly not try to remove or replace the causing very serious injury. airbags yourself. This must be done by a Honda See page for further information dealer or a knowledgeabl e body shop.
Page 43 Main Menu Table of Contents Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard With the hatch open, air flow can Your car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no pull exhaust gas into your car's Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. problem with carbon monoxide interior and create a hazardous Breathing it can cause...
Page 44 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. GLOVE BOX U.S. models only HOOD BATTERY...
Page 45 Main Menu...
Page 46: Instruments And Controls
Windshiel d Wipers..... . Indicator Lights....... . contribute to the daily operation of Gauges..........Windshiel d Washers....your Honda. All the essential Speedometer....... . Rear Window Wiper and controls are within easy reach. Display Change Button....Washer........
Page 47: Control Locations
Table of Contents Main Menu Control Locations POWER WINDOW HEATING/COOLIN G AUDIO SYSTEM SWITCHES (P. 96) CONTROLS (P. 75) DIGITAL CLOCK (P. 82, 89) FCD SELECT BUTTON (P. 52) DOOR LOCK (P. 69) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P. 119) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.
Page 48: Indicator Lights
Table of Contents Main Menu Indicator Lights The instrument panel has many SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT indicators to give you important SUPPLEMENTA L RESTRAINT TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD information about your car. SYSTEM INDICATOR WARNING INDICATORS HIGH BEAM INDICATOR ELECTRIC POWER STEERING INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*...
Page 49 Table of Contents Main Menu Indicator Lights Seat Belt Reminder Light Low Oil Pressure on at any other time, it indicates a Indicator problem in the Integrated Motor This indicator lights when you turn The engine can be severely damaged Assist (IMA) system.
Page 50 Table of Contents Main Menu Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator High Beam Indicator normal braking ability but no anti- Lamp lock. For complete information, see This light comes on with the high page 140. See page 220. beam headlights. See page Turn Signal and information on the headlight Door-open Indicator...
Page 51 Table of Contents Main Menu Indicator Lights "Daytime Running Immobilizer System Electric Power Steering Lights" Indicator Indicator (EPS) Indicator This indicator comes on for a few Canadian models only This light normally comes on when This indicator lights when you turn seconds when you turn the ignition you turn the ignition ON (II) and the ignition switch to ON (II) with...
Page 52 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Odometer MEINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR The odometer shows the total dis- SPEEDOMETER tance your car has been driven. It TACHOMETER DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON displays in miles and kilometers. It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change...
Page 53 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges IMA CHARGE/ASSIS T INDICATOR FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY IMA MOTOR ASSIST LEVEL INDICATOR AUTO STOP INDICATOR BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR FUEL CONSUMPTION DISPLAY SELECT BUTTON CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE DISPLAY TRIP BUTTON SHIFT UP INDICATOR DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON IMA SYSTEM SHIFT DOWN INDICATOR INDICATOR...
Page 54 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Current Fuel Mileage Trip Meters To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the Trip button until the numbers reset to 0.0. CURRENT FUEL MILEAGE TRIP BUTTON The trip meters show the number of This display shows the current, or miles or kilometers driven since you instantaneous fuel mileage you are...
Page 55 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Trip Mileage Segment Distance and Fuel Mileage You can use this function to display the distance and average fuel mileage for a segment of a trip. SEGMENT DISPLAY INDICATOR To display the segment distance and fuel mileage, press and release the FCD Select button.
Page 56 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Lifetime Fuel Mileage Turning Off the Mileage Displays To reset this display, turn the You can temporaril y turn off the ignition switch to ON (II). If the Current Fuel Mileage and Fuel engine is running, make sure the Mileage displays.
Page 57 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges If the battery is mostly discharged, 5. Use the Trip button to select Battery Level Gauge another mileage display. the Auto Idle Stop operation is BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE disabled. (See page 134) 6. Press and hold the FCD Select button again to turn off that display.
Page 58 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Charge/Assist Gauge IMA CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE This gauge shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist. If the indicator is on the left side of the gauge, the IMA battery is being charged. If the indicator is on the right side of the gauge, the IMA is assisting the engine.
Page 59 Table of Contents Main Menu Gauges Temperature Gauge MAINTENANCE REQUIRED SPEEDOMETE R This shows the temperature of the INDICATOR DISPLAY CHANGE engine' s coolant. During normal BUTTON TACHOMETER operation, the reading should be in the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the reading may reach near...
Page 60 Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance . If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows. INDICATOR This indicator reminds yon that it is To reset the maintenance required...
Page 61: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving POWER WINDOW WINDSHIELD HAZARD MIRROR WIPERS/WASHER S SWITCHES CONTROLS WARNING features you use most often. The left (P. 75) (P.
Page 62 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights ignition switch in ACCESSOR Y (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder tone when you open the driver's door. To flash the high beams, pull the The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights.
Page 63 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel Daytime Running Lights The display dims when the parking Instrument Panel Brightness lights or headlights are turned on. Canadian models only Adjust the brightness to the desired With the headlight switch off, the level with the headlight switch off, high beam headlights come on with and also with the headlight switch on.
Page 64 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly Windshield Wipers 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 65 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel In intermittent, the wipers operate Windshield Washers every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu- ously. To operate the wipers in mist mode, To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever.
Page 66 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel Rear Window Wiper and Washer Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Manual Operation To turn on the rear window wiper, Push the button to the right of the The rear window defogger will clear turn the ring clockwise to ON.
Page 67 Table of Contents Main Menu Controls Near the Steering Wheel Automatic Operation The rear window defogger turns on automaticall y when you turn the ignition switch ON (II) if the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C), or if the engine is at ambient temperature.
Page 68: Keys And Locks
If you Remote Transmitter need to replace a key, use only Your car also comes with two remote Honda-approve d key blanks. transmitters; see page for an explanation of the operation. Your car comes with two master These keys contain electronic keys and a valet key.
Page 69 If the indicator recognize the coding of your key, starts to blink, it means the system contact your Honda dealer. Changes or modifications not expressly does not recognize the coding of the approved by the party responsible for key.
Page 70 Table of Contents Main Menu 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 71 Table of Contents Main Menu Keys and Locks ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition you can operate the audio system switch in the LOCK (0) or and the accessory power socket.
Page 72 Table of Contents Main Menu Keys and Locks Door Locks Hatch LOCK TAB Each door has a lock tab next to the The doors can also be locked and Use the master key to lock and inside door handle. Push the tab in to unlocked from the outside with the unlock the hatch.
Page 73 Open the hatch back edge. as you hold the key in that position. If you need to use this procedure to open the hatch, your car may be developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your Honda dealer. Instruments and Controls...
Page 74 Table of Contents Main Menu Keys and Locks Remote Transmitter The interior light (if the interior light Horn Operation switch is in the center position) will The horn will sound if you push the come on when you press the LOCK button a second time within LOCK BUTTON...
Page 75 Table of Contents Main Menu Keys and Locks Panic Mode Replacing the Battery Panic mode allows you to remotely When the remote transmitter' s activate your car's security system to battery begins to get weak, it may attract attention. When activated, the take several pushes on the button to horn will sound, and the exterior lock or unlock the doors, and the...
Page 76 This device complies with Industry facing up), then insert it in the programmed to your vehicle' s Canada Standard RSS-210. system by your Honda dealer. Any transmitter. Operation is subject to the following two other transmitters you have will also conditions: (1) this device may not cause need to be reprogrammed.
Page 77: Seat Adjustments
Table of Contents Main Menu Seat Adjustments Front Seat Adjustments See pages — for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the seat forward and To change the angle of the seat-back, backward, pull up on the lever under push forward the lever on the inside...
Page 78: Power Windows
Table of Contents Main Menu Power Windows Your car's windows are electrically- MAIN SWITCH powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower either Closing a power window on window. someone' s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure your passenger is away from the window before closing it.
Page 79 Table of Contents Main Menu Power Windows, Mirrors The AUTO function only works to Adjusting the Power Mirrors lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.
Page 80 Table of Contents Main Menu Mirrors, Parking Brake, Storage Box Mirrors Parking Brake NOTICE PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. Storage Box Keep the inside and outside mirrors To apply the parking brake, pull the clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Page 81 Table of Contents Main Menu Glove Box, Beverage Holder Glove Box Beverage Holder 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 82: Accessory Power Socket
Table of Contents Main Menu Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET To use the accessory power socket, pull up the cover.
Page 83: Interior Light
Table of Contents Main Menu Interior Light Ceiling Lights Spotlights Cargo Area Light DOOR ACTIVATED The interior light has a three- Turn on the spotlight by pushing the The cargo area light has a two- position switch. In the OFF position, button next to each light.
Page 84: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Comfort and Convenienc e Features The heating and optional air Heating..........Audio System........conditioning systems in your Honda Operating the Radio....What Each Control Does... . provide a comfortabl e driving Temperatur e Control Dial..
Page 85: Heating
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating Proper use of the Heating system ECON BUTTON MODE BUTTON TEMPERATURE can make the interior comfortable, CONTROL DIAL and keep the windows clear for best visibility. What Each Control Does Fan Control Buttons Pressing the to increase the fan's speed, which increase air flow.
Page 86: Mode Buttons
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard. Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating Vent Controls DRIVER'S-SID E VENT PASSENGER'S-SID E VENT CENTER VENT Each vent can be opened and closed On the driver's-side vent, move the The direction of air flow from the with the dial next to it. vent up-and-down and move the tab vents in the center and each side of side-to-side.
Page 88: How To Use The System
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating How to Use the System MODE BUTTON TEMPERATURE This section covers how to set up the CONTROL DIAL system controls for ventilation, heating, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater to generate hot air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air.
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Heating To remove exterior frost or ice from To Heat To Defog and Defrost To warm the interior: To remove fog from the inside of the the windshield and side windows windows: after the car has been sitting out in 1.
Page 90: To Turn Everything Off
Main Menu Table of Contents Heating 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 stop the fan and turn the defroster vents.
Page 91: Climate Control System
Only on cars with automatic air DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT CENTER VENTS conditioning system The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System PASSENGER'S-SID E VENT Comfort and Convenienc e Features...
Page 93: Fully-Automati C Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Fully-automati c Operation Auto Button TEMPERATURE FAN SPEED BUTTON CONTROL DIAL To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully-automati c mode, ECON BUTTON MODE BUTTON press the AUTO button and set the desired temperature by turning the temperature control dial.
Page 94: Semi-Automati C Operation
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Pressing the OFF button shuts the climate control system completely TEMPERATURE FAN SPEED BUTTON off. Keep the system completely off CONTROL DIAL only for short periods. To keep stale MODE BUTTON ECON BUTTON air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.
Page 95: Comfort And Convenience Features
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Recirculation Button This button controls the source of TEMPERATOR FAN SPEED BUTTON the air going into the system. When CONTROL DIAL the indicator above this button is lit, MODE BUTTON ECON BUTTON air from the car's interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode).
Page 96 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Mode Button Use the MODE button to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes. Each time you press the MODE button, the display shows the mode selected.
Page 97 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System butto n directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select th e A /C turns on automaticall y and the system selects Fresh Air mode.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control System Sunlight Sensor/Temperatur e Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 99: Audio System
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System Your Honda' s audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The cassette system features Dolby...
Page 100 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Radio SEEK — The SEEK function You can use any of four methods to searches the band for a station with The ignition switch must be in find radio stations on the selected a strong signal.
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System SCAN — The SCAN function samples all the stations with strong signals on the selected band. To AM/FM SCAN BUTTON BUTTON activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. When the system is in the SCAN mode, SCN shows in the display.
Page 102 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 103: Adjusting The Sound
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 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Radio Frequencies and Reception CLOCK BUTTON For information, See page Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control buttons to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is turned off.
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System You can use the RESET (Preset 6) EJECT REW BUTTON CASSETTE TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR 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 106 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 you to find the beginning of a song With a cassette playing, you can use tape was not recorded with Dolby B or passage.
Page 107 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System REPEAT — The Repeat function continuousl y replays the current EJECT BUTTON TAPE DIRECTION CASSETTE SLOT INDICATOR song or passage. Press the RPT button to activate it; you will see RPT RPT BUTTON REPEAT displayed as a reminder.
Page 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System The SKIP and REPEAT functions use silent periods on the tape to find EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION 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...
Page 109: Operating The Optional Cd
Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System Operating the Optional CD Player/Changer TAPE/CD BUTTON RANDOM INDICATOR A Compact Disc changer is available AM/FM BUTTON REPEAT INDICATOR from 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 and cassette player.
Page 110 Main Menu Table of Contents Audio System To operate the CD changer or player, REPEAT — When you activate the You can use the SKIP switch to the ignition must be in ACCESSOR Y Repeat feature by pressing the RPT select tracks within a disc.
Page 111 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 112 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 113 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 Those bands cover these frequen- many factors, such as the distance...
Page 114 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 115 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- dash or changer) that was playing A Compact Disc changer is available you select an empty slot in the...
Page 116: 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. Contamination it in its case to protect it from dust inner and outer edges.
Page 117: 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 118 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 Convenienc e Features...
Page 119 Your dealer has a cleaning kit the cassette to jam in the player. Honda dealer. available. Never try to insert a warped or damaged cassette in the player.
Page 120: 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 121: Before Driving
Gasoline In Canada, some gasolines contain an octane-enhancin g additive called Help assure your car's future Your Honda is designed to operate reliability and performance by paying MMT. If you use such gasolines, on unleaded gasoline with a pump your emission control system extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
Page 122: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured 4.
Page 123: Opening The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on, Opening the Hood tighten it until it clicks several times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp may come on (see page 220).
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures If you can open the hood without After closing the hood, make sure it 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 174).
Page 125: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. you fill the car with fuel. Wait a few cloth or paper towel.
Page 126: Engine Coolant Check
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 127: Fuel Economy
This oil is different from what you are used to. Vehicle Condition available at your Honda dealer. Shift Up and Shift Down indicators on the instrument panel show when Always maintain your car according to shift to a higher or lower gear.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy A cold engine uses more fuel than a If air conditioning is needed, you can warm engine. It is not necessary to save some fuel by using the A /C in "warm-up" a cold engine by letting it "Econ"...
Page 129: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Before installing any accessory: Your dealer has Genuine Honda Follow all instructions in this accessories that allow you to Make sure the accessory does not owner's manual regarding obscure any lights, or interfere personalize your car.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Accessorie s and Modifications Modifications In addition, any modifications that Additional Safety Precaution Do not remove any original decrease ground clearance increase Do not attach or place objects on the airbag covers. Any object attached to equipment or modify your car in any the chance of undercarriage parts way that would alter its design or...
Page 131: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your car has several convenient storage areas so you can stow cargo safely. STORAGE BOX The glove box, rear center pocket and seat-back are designed for small, lightweight items. The cargo area is intended for larger, heavier items.
Page 132: Load Limit
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limit Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment The maximum load for your vehicle is 365 Ibs (170 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 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Carrying Cargo in the Cargo Area The floor on the storage box is Air Intake Distribute cargo evenly on the made of a soft light plastic floor of the cargo area, placing the material.
Page 134: 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 manual transmission. It also includes at High Altitude..... important information on parking Auto Idle Stop........
Page 135: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive 9. Turn the ignition switch ON (II). You should do the following checks 5. Check the adjustment of the seat and adjustments every day before (see page Check the indicator lights in the you drive your car.
Page 136: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. so the engine does not race. 2. Push the accelerator pedal half- way to the floor and hold it there 2. In cold weather, turn off all 6.
Page 137: Auto Idle Stop
Main Menu Table of Contents Auto Idle Stop There is adequate vacuum reserve During Auto Stop, the IMA charge To maximize fuel economy, you Insight has an Auto Idle Stop for the power brakes. and power brake vacuum reserve is function.
Page 138 Main Menu Table of Contents Auto Idle Stop Auto Idle Stop Indicator Always turn the ignition switch to LOCK and remove the key if you are AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR getting out of the vehicle. This indicator comes on as a reminder that the engine has stopped because of the Auto Stop function.
Page 139: 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 Rapid slowing or speeding-up transmission by trying to shift into Reverse with the car moving. Push can cause loss of control on down the clutch pedal, and pause for slippery surfaces.
Page 140 Main Menu Table of Contents 5-speed Manual Transmission Engine Speed Limiter Shift Up/Shift Down Indicators Road and traffic conditions may require you to shift at times other If you exceed the maximum speed SHIFT UP INDICATOR than those indicated. for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer' s red zone.
Page 141 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 and Make sure the windows are closed. the instrument panel shows that the put the transmission in first gear.
Page 142: The Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Your Honda is 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 143 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 Your car has an Anti-lock Brake the brakes has two separate circuits. purpose of the ABS.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents The Braking System Important Safety Reminders A car with ABS may require a ABS Indicator ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop on loose or uneven surfaces, such as gravel or distance it takes to stop the car, it snow, than a car without anti-lock.
Page 145: 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 146 Main Menu Table of Contents Driving in Bad Weather, Towing a Trailer Traction — Check your tires Towing a Trailer frequently for wear and proper Your vehicle is not designed to tow a pressure. Both are important in trailer. Attempting to do so can void preventing "hydroplaning"...
Page 147 Main Menu...
Page 148: Maintenance
Adding Engine Coolant.... . Tire Chains......form more complex maintenance Replacing Engine Coolant..Lights..........tasks on your Honda, you may want Windshield Washers..... Replacing Bulbs......to purchase the Service Manual. See Transmission Fluid......Storing Your Car......
Page 149: 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 150 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the Before you begin any maintenance, make sure your car is parked on tools and skills required. level ground and that the parking brake is set.
Page 151: 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 maintenanc e 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...
Page 152 Your authorized Honda dealer We recommend the use of Genuine According to state and federal 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 153 Main Menu Table of Contents U.S. Owners Follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule.
Page 154 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 155 Main Menu Table of Contents 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.
Page 156 Main Menu Table of Contents 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 157 Main Menu Table of Contents # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 149. 1 : Refer to page for replacement information under special driving conditions. NOTE: Check engine oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check and adjust valve clearance, cold engine, if noisy.
Page 158 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED Maintenance...
Page 159 Main Menu Table of Contents Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance...
Page 160: 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 monthly. Examine the tread for time you fill the fuel tank. See you are unsure of how to perform page 122.
Page 161: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL CLUTCH FLUID FILL CAP (Gray cap) BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK RADIATOR CAP (Orange loop) Maintenance...
Page 162: Engine Oil
Service SJ." Always use a premium-grade deter- gent oil. It is highly recommended that you use Genuine Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for as long as you own it. You can determine an oil's SAE...
Page 163: Synthetic Oil
It only increases the cost An oil with a viscosity of 0W-20 is of operating your car. preferred for optimum fuel economy and year-round protection in your Honda. A 5W-20 or 5W-30 oil may be used if OW-20 is not available. Maintenance...
Page 164 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Oil Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter according to the time and distance (miles/kilometers ) recommenda- tions in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contami- nants that can damage your engine if they are not removed regularly.
Page 165 If it does not, turn off wrench (available from your the engine and reinspect your Improper disposal of engine oil can be Honda dealer) is required to work. harmful to the environment. If you remove the filter. change your own oil, please dispose of the used oil properly.
Page 166: Cooling System
Removing the radiator cap recommended for aluminum engines. while the engine is hot can However, continued use of any non- Honda coolant can result in cause the coolant to spray out, corrosion, causing the cooling seriously scalding you. system to malfunction or fail. Have...
Page 167 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your car's cooling system. They may not be compatibl e RADIATOR CAP RESERVE TANK with the coolant or engine compo- nents. 1. Make sure the engine and radiator 4.
Page 168 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 169 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System RESERVE TANK CAP DRAIN BOLT HOLDER RESERVE TANK 4. Loosen the drain plug on the 5. Remove the reserve tank from its bottom of the radiator. The holder by pulling it straight up. coolant will drain through the Drain the coolant, then put the splash guard.
Page 170 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 6. When the coolant stops draining, tighten the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. Apply non-hardenin g sealant to the drain bolt threads, put a new washer on the drain bolt, and reinstall the bolt in the engine block.
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Cooling System 15.Start the engine and let it run for 17.Fill the reserve tank to the MAX about 30 seconds. Then turn off mark. Install the reserve tank cap. the engine. 16.Pour coolant into the radiator up to the base of the filler neck.
Page 172: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield Fill the reservoir with a good-quality LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly windshield washer fluid. This during normal usage. In bad weather, increases the cleaning capability and when you use the washers often, prevents freezing in cold weather.
Page 173 Remove the black cover under the hole. If it is not, add Genuine Honda engine. Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it starts to run out of the hole.
Page 174: Brake And Clutch Fluid
DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. However, Brake fluid reservoir the use of any non-Honda brake fluid Clutch fluid reservoir can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Have the...
Page 175 Main Menu Table of Contents Brake and Clutch Fluid Clutch System The fluid should be between the M IN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. If it is not, add brake fluid to bring it up to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system.
Page 176: 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 The air cleaner element is inside the 3. Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing in the engine air cleaner housing with a damp rag.
Page 177: Hood Latch
Lubricate all the moving parts, including the pivot. Follow the time and distance recommendation s in the Maintenance Schedule. If you are not sure how to clean and grease the latch, contact your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 178 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 179 Main Menu Table of Contents Battery 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 electrical system. connected can seriously damage your car's electronic controls. Detach the battery cables before connecting the battery to a charger.
Page 180: 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 181 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 182 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades 3. Slide the blade out of the holder. 4. Slide the new blade into the holder. Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length. To replace the rear wiper blade: 5.
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Air Conditioning System (Optional) Your car's air conditioning is a sealed Periodicall y check the engine' s If the air conditioning does not get as system. Any major maintenance, radiator and air conditioning cold as before, have your dealer such as recharging, should be done condenser for leaves, insects, and check the system.
Page 184: Air Conditioning Filter
Check the tension of each belt by climate control system becomes less pushing on it with your thumb than usual. Have the air conditioning midway between the pulleys. filter replaced by your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your car, your tires Inflation Check the pressure in the tires when they are cold. This means the car must be the proper type and size, in Keeping the tires properly inflated has been parked for at least three good condition with adequate tread, provides the best combination of...
Page 186 Main Menu Table of Contents Tires You should get your own tire These pressures are also given on pressure gauge and use it whenever the tire information label on the driver's doorjamb. you check your tire pressures. This will make it easier for you to tell if a Tubeless tires have some ability to pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between...
Page 187 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 188: Tire Rotation
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Replacing Tires and Wheels Tire Rotation When shopping for replacement tires, you may find that some tires The tires that came with your car are "directional." This means they were selected to match the perform- Front Front are designed to rotate only in one...
Page 189: Winter Driving
Replacing just one tire can seriously affect your car's handling. If you ever need to replace a wheel, make sure the wheel's specifications match those of the original wheel that came on your car. Replacement wheels are available at your Honda dealer. Maintenance...
Page 190 NOTICE If you mount snow tires on your Mount snow chains on your vehicle Honda, make sure they are radial when warranted by driving condi- Chains of the wrong size or that are tires of the same size and load range tions or required by local laws.
Page 191 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the operation of your car's exterior lights at least once a month. HEADLIGHT SIDE MARKER LIGHT A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your FRONT PARKING LIGHT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT car's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Check the following: HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT STOP/TAILLIGH T Headlights (low and high beam) Parking 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) If you find any bulbs are burned out,...
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb HOLDER WEATHER SEAL BULB 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 194 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 4. Unclip the end of the hold-down 4. Insert the socket back into the Replacing the Front Parking wire from its slot. Pivot it out of Lights headlight assembly. Turn it the way and remove the bulb. clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 6. Install the new bulb in the socket. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 8. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working.
Page 196 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs COVER 1. Open the hatch. 4. Remove the two covers. Remove 5. Determine which bulb, stop/ taillight, back-up light, side marker the two screws holding the rear 2. Pull the cover back. light or turn signal is burned out.
Page 197 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights 8. Reinstall the socket into the light Replacing a Rear License Bulb assembl y by turning it clockwise until it locks. 9. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 10.Reinstal l the light assembl y and tighten the two screws and nut.
Page 198 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing an Interior Light Bulb Replacing the Cargo Area Light INTERIOR LIGHT 1. Remove the lens by carefully 1. Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens in prying on the edge of the lens in the middle with a fingernail file or the middle with a fingernail file or a small flat-tip screwdriver.
Page 199: Storing Your Car
Support the front and rear wiper If you store your car for 12 months blade arms with a folded towel or or longer, have your Honda dealer perform the inspections called for in Wash and dry the exterior rag so they do not touch the the 24 months/30,000 miles (48,000 windshield.
Page 200: Appearance Care
Main Menu Appearance Care Regular cleaning and polishing of Exterior Care........your Honda helps to keep it "new" Roof Antenna......looking. This section gives you hints Rear Wheel Skirt...... . on how to clean your car and Washing........
Page 201: Exterior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Exterior Care Roof Antenna Rear Wheel Skirt Before using an automatic car wash, If an automatic car wash has tire remove the radio antenna so it does cleaning brushes, remove the skirts not get damaged. Remove the covering the rear wheels so they will antenna by unscrewing it.
Page 202 Although almost all exterior panels on Chemical solvents and strong cleaners off immediatel y so it does not your Honda are made of hardened can damage the paint, metal, and harm the finish. Remember to re- aluminum, they may dent more easily plastic on your car.
Page 203 You in large patches. It should form into Paint Touch-up should use a polish on your Honda if beads or droplets after waxing. Your dealer has touch-up paint to the finish does not have its original match your car's color.
Page 204: Interior Care
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Care Carpeting Vinyl LOOP 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 205 The rear window defogger wires are Many corrosion-preventiv e measures bonded to the inside of the glass. are built into your Honda. You can Wiping vigorously up-and-down can help keep your car from corroding dislodge and break the defogger wires.
Page 206 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 close attention to the parts used in...
Page 207 Main Menu...
Page 208: 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 safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates...
Page 209: 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 210: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, 1. Park the car on firm, level, non- FLOOR BOARD TOOL KIT stop in a safe place to change it. slippery ground away from traffic. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder Put the transmission in Reverse.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire CENTER CAP REAR WHEEL SKIRT STUD FASTENER 3. Remove the center cap from the 1. Rear tire only: 2. Pull the rear wheel skirt Use a flat-tipped screwdriver to downward. wheel with the end of the loosen the two stud fasteners extension or a flat-tipped holding the rear wheel skirt.
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION 5. Locate the jacking point nearest 6. Use the extension and wheel 7. Remove the wheel nuts and flat the tire you need to change. It is tire.
Page 213 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 8. Before mounting the spare tire, 9. Put on the spare tire. Put the 10.Lower the car to the ground and wipe any dirt off the mounting wheel nuts back on finger-tight, remove the jack.
Page 214 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire SLOT 11.Tighten the wheel nuts securel y in 12.To install the rear wheel skirt, 13.Tighten the two stud fasteners. the same crisscross pattern. Have place the skirt against the body. Align the marks on the stud the wheel nut torque checked at Line up the slots on the skirt with...
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire 17.Store the jack and tool kit back in WING BOLT SPACER CONE the spare tire well. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack and tools securely before driving.
Page 216: 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 (III). If the headlights do not dim, Motor Operates Very Slowly on what you hear when you turn the When you turn the ignition switch to check the condition of the fuses.
Page 217 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting The Starter Operates Normally Jump Starting To jump start your car, follow these In this case, the starter motor's If your car's battery has run down, directions closely: speed sounds normal, or even faster you may be able to start the engine than normal, when you turn the...
Page 218: 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 219: 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 range under most conditions.
Page 220 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Engine Overheats 4. If the temperature gauge stays at reaches the middle of the tempera- 10.Start the engine and set the the red mark, turn off the engine. temperature control dial to ture gauge, or lower, before check- maximum.
Page 221: 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 222: 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: A/C, rear defogger, etc. electrical load as possible, you can Try not to use other electrically- drive several miles (kilometers) operated controls such as the radio.
Page 223: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your You should also have the dealer MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP inspect your car if this indicator car, the cause of this indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it coming on could be a loose or may turn off as you continue driving.
Page 224: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator Slow down by shifting to a lower If it comes on at any other time, it BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* indicates a problem with the car's gear, and pull to the side of the road brake system.
Page 225 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses All the electrical circuits in your car UNDER-HOOD INTERIOR have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The interior fuse is underneath the The under-hood fuse box is located dashboard on the driver's side.
Page 226 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses FUSE If something electrical in your car FUSE PULLER stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages and 226, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 227 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you cannot drive the car without NOTICE BLOWN fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the Replacing a fuse with one that has a same rating or a lower rating from higher rating greatly increases the one of the other circuits.
Page 228 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX * : Canadian model only CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX Taking Care of the Unexpected...
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents If Your Car Gets Stuck If your car gets stuck in sand, mud, or snow, call a towing service to pull it out (see page 228). 2. Remove the towing hook and For very short distances, such as freeing the car, you can use the wheel wrench from the tool box.
Page 231: Emergency Towing
There are three popular types of If your Honda cannot be transported professional towing equipment. by flat-bed, it should be towed by With the front wheels on the ground, wheel-lift equipment with the front it is best to tow the car no farther wheels off the ground.
Page 232 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If you decide to tow your car with all NOTICE four wheels on the ground, 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 233 Main Menu...
Page 234: Technical Information
Oxygenated Fuels......Identification Numbers....you the dimensions and capacities of Driving in Foreign Countries..Specifications........ . your Honda, and the locations of the Emissions Controls......DOT Tire Quality Grading identification numbers. The expla- (U.S. Vehicles)...... .
Page 235: Identification Numbers
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION 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 236 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER the engine block. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. IMA MOTOR NUMBER Technical Information...
Page 237 Specification s 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 , 0.09 Imp gal) 2 : Contact your Honda dealer when replacement is necessary. Technical Information...
Page 238 Main Menu Table of Contents Specification s page page Technical Information...
Page 239 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your car meet all U.S. Treadwear 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 240 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature 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 241: Oxygenated Fuels
Main Menu Table of Contents Oxygenated Fuels If you notice any undesirabl e Some conventional gasolines are The following are the U.S. EPA and operating symptoms, try another being blended with alcohol or an Canadian CGSB approved service station or switch to another ether compound.
Page 242: 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 243: 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 244 HC, CO, and (PCM) uses various sensors to Genuine Honda replacement 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 245: 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 246: Warranty And Customer Relations (U.s. And Canada)
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 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Customer Relations Information Honda dealershi p personnel are When you call or write, please give If you are dissatisfied with the trained professionals. They should decision made by the dealership' s us this information: be able to answer all your questions.
Page 248 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 249: 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 250: Warranty Coverages
Warranty Coverages U.S. Owners Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat Replacement Battery Limited Your new Honda is covered by these Warranty — provides prorated belt that fails to function properly is warranties: covered for the useful life of the coverage for a replacement battery vehicle.
Page 251 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 252: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Valid only for sales within the U.S. Canadian owners should (U.S. only) contact their authorized Honda dealer. The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling the toll-free phone number on the form.
Page 253 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 254 Main Menu Index How Your Airbags Work.... Jump Starting......SRS Components......Maintenance....... Accessories and Modifications..Additives, Engine Oil..... Specifications......Before Driving....... Accessories........ . Adjustments Additional Safety Precaution..Mirrors......... . Belts, Seat.......... Beverage Holder......Modifications......
Page 255 Main Menu Index Bulb Replacement Changing Engine Coolant.... . Controls, Instruments and....Interior Light......Charging System Indicator..54, Coolant License Plate Lights....Checking Adding......... Battery Condition..... . Specifications......Checking........Turn Signal Lights..... Brake Fluid........ . Proper Solution......
Page 256: Driver And Passenger Safety
Main Menu Index Dipstick Charging System Indicator..Engine Oil........Checking the Fuses....Fabric, Cleaning......Directional Signals......Low Oil Pressure Indicator..Disabled, Towing Your Car If..Malfunction Indicator Lamp..Fan, Interior........Disc Brake Wear Indicators..Features, Comfort and Overheated Engine....
Page 257 Main Menu Index Front End, Towing by Gearshift Lever Positions Horn............ . Emergency Wrecker....5-speed Manual Hot Coolant, Warning about..Fuel..........Transmission......Hydraulic Clutch......Fill Door and Cap...... . Glass Cleaning......Hydroplaning........Gauge..........Glove Box........
Page 258: Maintenance
Main Menu Index Numbers, Identification....Hatch..........Low Coolant Level......Jacking up the Car......Low Fuel Indicator......Jack, Tire........Lower Gear, Downshifting to a..Jump Starting........ . Lubricant Specification s Chart..Octane Requirement , Gasoline..Luggage.........
Page 259: Airbags
Main Menu Index Safety Defects, Reporting*..Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement.. . Rear View Mirror......Safety Features........Paint Touch-up....... Rear Window Defogger....Airbags..........Rear Window Washer..... Door Locks........Panel Brightness Control....Parking..........Rear Window Wiper.......
Page 260: Srs Components
Main Menu Index Service Manual*......Starting the Engine......Emissions Control Systems..Service Station Procedures..In Cold Weather at High Oxygenated Fuels..... . Setting the Clock......Altitude........Three Way Catalytic Shifting With a Dead Battery....Converter.......
Page 261 Main Menu Index Towing Wrench........A Trailer........Windows Emergency Wrecker....Vehicle Capacity Load....Cleaning........Transmission Vehicle Dimensions...... . Rear, Defogger......63 Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Identification Number..Windshield Manual........Vehicle Storage......Cleaning........
Page 262: Service Information Summary
1.6 US qt (1.5 l,1.3 Imp qt) viscosity (see page Brake Fluid: Oil change capacity (including Genuine Honda DOT3 Brake Fluid filter): preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary 2.6 US qt (2.5 l, 2.2 Imp qt)

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