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Contents

Owner's Identification Form

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

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

Your Vehicle at a Glance

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Driver and Passenger Safety

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

Instruments and

Controls...........................................................................................................................51

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

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

Driving...........................................................................................................................................................163

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

Maintenance.................................................................................................................................................185

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

Taking Care of the

Unexpected...............................................................................................................225

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

Technical

Information...............................................................................................................................249

ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.

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

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

Authorized Manuals (U.S.

only)...............................................................................................................267

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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Page 1 Information..........................249 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ..............A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).......................267 How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Page 2 The information and specifications included CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., POSTAL CODE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to V. I. N. discontinue or change specifications or...
Page 3 Event Data Recorders to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. This vehicle is equipped with one or...
Page 4: A Few Words About Safety
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 AIRBAGS (P.11, 23) INDICATORS (P.53) GAUGES (P.62) MIRROR CONTROLS AUDIO SYSTEM (P.88) (P.112) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS POWER DOOR LOCK (P.100) MASTER SWITCH (P.79) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION POWER WINDOW (P.166) SWITCHES (P.89) TRUNK RELEASE LEVER HOOD RELEASE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS (P.83) HANDLE...
Page 6 Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD BRIGHTNESS WIPERS/WASHERS (P.73) (P.70) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.71) HAZARD REMOTE AUDIO WARNING BUTTON CONTROLS (P.74) (P.137) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.141) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER MOONROOF (P.74, 103, 106) SWITCH (P.92) VSA OFF SWITCH STEERING WHEEL...
Page 7 Main Menu...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Main Menu Driver and Passenger Safety This section gives you important 6. Maintain a Proper Sitting All Children Should Sit in a information about how to protect Position ........ Back Seat ......... yourself and your passengers. It Advice for Pregnant Women ..
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Important Safety Precautions You’ll find many safety Be Aware of Airbag Hazards Control Your Speed recommendations throughout this Excessive speed is a major factor in While airbags can save lives, they section, and throughout this manual. crash injuries and deaths.
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 (10) protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush...
Page 11: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Help keep you from being thrown Seat Belts Your vehicle is equipped with seat against the inside of the vehicle belts in all seating positions. and against other occupants. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious Your seat belt system also injury or death in a crash, even...
Page 12: Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features Airbags Your vehicle has a supplemental Your vehicle has side airbags to help Your vehicle also has side curtain restraint system (SRS) with front protect the upper torso of the driver airbags to help protect the heads of airbags to help protect the heads and or a front seat passenger during a...
Page 13 Main Menu Table of Contents Your Vehicle’s Safety Features The most important things you need Always wear The rest of this section gives more What you should do: to know about your airbags are: your seat belt properly, and sit detailed information about how you upright and as far back from the can maximize your safety.
Page 14: Protecting Adults And Teens
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Introduction Locking the doors reduces the Adjust the Front Seats The following pages provide chance of someone being thrown out instructions on how to properly of the vehicle during a crash, and it protect the driver, adult passengers, helps prevent passengers from and teenage children who are large...
Page 15: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too close to the steering Adjust the Seat-Backs wheel or dashboard, you can be seriously injured by an inflating front Sitting too close to a front airbag, or by striking the steering airbag can result in serious wheel or dashboard.
Page 16: Adjust The Head Restraints
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints Reclining the seat-back too far Improperly positioning head can result in serious injury or restraints reduces their death in a crash. effectiveness, and you can be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well Make sure head restraints are...
Page 17: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens This spreads the forces of a crash Fasten and Position the Seat over the strongest bones in your Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, upper body. then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched.
Page 18: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Maintain a Proper Sitting Never place the shoulder portion of a RELEASE lap/shoulder belt under your arm or Position BUTTONS This could cause After all occupants have adjusted behind your back. very serious injuries in a crash.
Page 19: Advice For Pregnant Women
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens In addition, an occupant who is out of When driving, remember to sit Advice for Pregnant Women position in the front seat can be upright and adjust the seat as far back as possible while allowing full seriously or fatally injured in a crash control of the vehicle.
Page 20: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Adults and Teens Additional Safety Precautions Keep your hands and arms away If your Two people should never use the from the airbag covers. If they do, they hands or arms are close to an same seat belt.
Page 21: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts Seat Belt System Components Lap/Shoulder Belt restrain your body. Your seat belt system includes lap/ The lap and shoulder belt goes over shoulder belts in all five seating your shoulder, across your chest, The seat belts in all positions except positions.
Page 22: Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
When activated, If the front seat belt tensioners ever Honda provides a lifetime warranty the tensioners immediately tighten activate, they must be replaced as on seat belts for U.S. models. See...
Page 23 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Seat Belts If a seat belt is worn during a crash, it must be replaced by the dealer. A belt that has been worn during a Not checking or maintaining crash may not provide the same level seat belts can result in serious of protection in a subsequent crash.
Page 24: Additional Information About Your Airbags
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag System Components Automatic front seat belt A sophisticated electronic system Your airbag system includes: that continually monitors and tensioners (see page records information about the Two SRS (supplemental restraint Sensors that can detect a sensors, the control unit, the system) front airbags.
Page 25: How Your Front Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt How Your Front Airbags Work restrains your lower body and torso, and the front airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags normally inflate within a split second of each other, it is possible for only one airbag to deploy.
Page 26 Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags After a crash, you may see what Dual-Stage Airbags Dual-Threshold Airbags Your front airbags are also dual- looks like smoke. This is actually Your front airbags are dual-stage powder from the airbag’s surface. airbags.
Page 27: How Your Side Airbags Work
To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, if the height should wear their seat belts and sit and position sensors in the seat upright and well back in their seats.
Page 28: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If the side airbag off indicator comes How Your Side Curtain Airbags If the impact is on the passenger’s on (see page ), have the Work side, the passenger’s side curtain passenger sit upright.
Page 29: How The Srs Indicator Works
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags If you see any of these indications, How the SRS Indicator Works How the Side Airbag Off The SRS indicator alerts the airbags and seat belt tensioners Indicator Works you to a potential problem may not work properly when you This indicator U.S.
Page 30: Airbag Service
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Airbag Service Any airbag An airbag ever inflates. The SRS indicator alerts you to a Take your vehicle to an Your airbag systems are virtually that has deployed must be problem.
Page 31: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Additional Information About Your Airbags Additional Safety Precautions Do not cover or replace front seat- Do not attempt to deactivate your back covers without consulting Together, airbags and Improperly replacing airbags. your dealer. seat belts provide the best or covering front seat-back covers protection.
Page 32: 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 33: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines All Children Should Sit in a Back The Passenger’s Front Airbag Small Children Seat Poses Serious Risks Placing a forward-facing child seat in Front airbags have been designed to According to accident statistics, the front seat of a vehicle equipped help protect adults in a moderate to children of all ages and sizes are...
Page 34 Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines To remind you of the passenger’s U.S. Model: DASHBOARD front airbag hazards, and that SUN VISOR children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S.
Page 35: If You Must Drive With Several Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines If a child requires close physical If You Must Drive with Several If a Child Requires Close attention or frequent visual Children Attention Your vehicle has a back seat where Many parents say they prefer to put contact, we strongly recommend an infant or small child in the front children can be properly restrained.
Page 36: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Children General Guidelines Additional Safety Precautions Use childproof door locks to Lock all doors and the trunk when Never hold an infant or child on prevent children from opening the your vehicle is not in use. Children If you are not wearing a This can prevent children...
Page 37: Protecting Infants And Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children Two types of seats may be used: a Protecting Infants Child Seat Placement seat designed exclusively for infants, A rear-facing child seat can be placed or a convertible seat used in the rear- in any seating position in the back facing, reclining mode.
Page 38: Protecting Small Children
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children In any of these situations, we Protecting Small Children child use the child seat until the child strongly recommend that you install reaches the weight or height limit the child seat directly behind the for the seat.
Page 39: Selecting A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Infants and Small Children, Selecting a Child Seat If it is necessary to put a forward- In seating positions and vehicles not Selecting a Child Seat facing child seat in the front, move equipped with LATCH, a LATCH- When buying a child seat, you need compatible child seat can be installed the vehicle seat as far to the rear as...
Page 40: Installing A Child Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Selecting a Child Seat, Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat movement can be expected and The child seat should fit the After selecting a proper child seat vehicle seating position (or should not reduce the child seat’s and a good place to install the seat, effectiveness.
Page 41: Installing A Child Seat With Latch
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with LATCH Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH (lower anchors and tethers for children) at the outer rear seats. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH.
Page 42 Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Push and pull the child seat TETHER STRAP HOOK forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. Flexible type ANCHOR Other LATCH-compatible seats Lift the head restraint (see page have a flexible-type connection as ), then route the tether strap shown above.
Page 43: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Belt When not using the LATCH system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt.
Page 44 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 45: With A Tether
Main Menu Table of Contents Installing a Child Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Using an Outer Anchor Using the Center Anchor Tether TETHER STRAP HOOK TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR ANCHOR TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS After properly securing the child After properly securing the child A child seat with a tether can be seat (see page...
Page 46: 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 child age 12 or under child should sit in a back seat on a to sit in front can result in injury booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder or death if the passenger’s front...
Page 47: Using A Booster Seat
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Does the shoulder belt cross to drive. Using a Booster Seat between the child’s neck and arm? Booster seats can be high-back or Is the lap part of the belt as low as low-back.
Page 48: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children When Can a Larger Child Sit in Of course, children vary widely. And If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to: Front while age may be one indicator of The National Highway Traffic Safety when a child can safely ride in front, Administration and Transport...
Page 49: Additional Safety Precautions
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Larger Children Additional Safety Precautions Do not put any accessories on a Devices intended to Do not let a child wear a seat belt seat belt. This could result improve a child’s comfort or across the neck.
Page 50: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Main Menu Table of Contents Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your vehicle’s exhaust contains With the trunk open, airflow can pull carbon monoxide gas. You should exhaust gas into your vehicle’s have no problem with carbon interior and create a hazardous Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. monoxide entering the vehicle in condition.
Page 51: Safety Labels
Main Menu Table of Contents Safety Labels These labels are in the locations SUN VISOR shown. They warn you of potential Canadian model U.S. model hazards that could cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S.
Page 52: Instruments And Controls
Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about Control Locations ......Seat ........... the controls and displays that Instrument Panel ......Adjusting the Driver’s Seat ..contribute to the daily operation of Instrument Panel Indicators ..Driver’s Lumbar Support ...
Page 53: Control Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Control Locations CRUISE CONTROLS (P.141) INDICATORS (P.53) GAUGES (P.62) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.74) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.88) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.112) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.79) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.100) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.89) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.166) TRUNK RELEASE LEVER HOOD RELEASE (P.83)
Page 54: Instrument Panel
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.55) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.54) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.57) INDICATOR (P.58) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.56) SECURITY SYSTEM CHARGING SYSTEM CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.59) (P.54) INDICATOR (P.58) INDICATOR...
Page 55: Instrument Panel Indicators
Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many Low Oil Pressure Parking Brake and Brake indicators to give you important Indicator System Indicator information about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damaged U.S. Canada if this indicator flashes or stays on Seat Belt Reminder when the engine is running.
Page 56 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint Anti-lock Brake System U.S. Canada System Indicator Side Airbag Off (ABS) Indicator This indicator comes on briefly when This indicator normally comes on for Indicator you turn the ignition switch to the This indicator comes on when you a few seconds when you turn the ON (II) position.
Page 57 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Vehicle Stability Assist VSA Activation Indicator Door and Trunk Open Monitor (VSA) System Indicator This indicator normally comes on for This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) ignition switch to the ON (II)
Page 58 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Lights On Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Hazard Warning This indicator reminds you that the Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator exterior lights are on. It comes on blinks when you signal a lane change when the light switch is in either the or turn.
Page 59 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Security System Indicator Daytime Running Lights High Beam Indicator Indicator If this indicator comes on when the This indicator comes on with the SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR ignition switch is turned to the ON high beam headlights.
Page 60 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Cruise Control Main Maintenance Minder Immobilizer System Indicator Indicator Indicator This indicator comes on when you This indicator reminds you that it is This indicator comes on for a few turn on the cruise control master time to take your vehicle in for seconds when you turn the ignition button (see page...
Page 61 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Electric Power Steering If the power steering system IMA System Indicator overheats while driving, the assisting (EPS) Indicator This indicator normally comes on power is reduced and steering may This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the when you turn the ignition switch to feel slightly harder.
Page 62 Main Menu Table of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Check Fuel Cap Display Fuel Economy Indicator If your fuel cap is loose or missing, a ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will While the engine is operating in its appear in the information display. As most economical range, this soon as it is safely possible, turn the indicator may come on and stay on.
Page 63 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE TRIP METER SELECT/RESET KNOB ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY CHARGE/ASSIST GAUGE INFORMATION DISPLAY IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE U.S. model is shown.
Page 64 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges The information display provides Odometer Outside Temperature Display This display shows the outside various information; odometer, The odometer shows the total outside temperature, trip meter, trip distance your vehicle has been temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S. mileage, engine oil life, and driven.
Page 65 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges If the outside temperature is When you turn the ignition switch to Trip Meter incorrectly displayed, you can adjust This meter shows the number of the ON (II) position, what you last it up to 5°F ( 3°C) warmer or miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) selected is displayed.
Page 66 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Trip Mileage It shows the number of mpg (U.S.) Turning Off the Trip Mileage or l/100 km (Canada). Display You can temporarily turn off the Trip TRIP METER When you reset a trip meter, the Mileage display.
Page 67 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges This correction of the battery level IMA Battery Level Gauge or climbing a long hill. The IMA gauge is normal and does not motor will recharge the battery as IMA BATTERY LEVEL GAUGE you continue driving. indicate a problem.
Page 68 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Charge/Assist Gauge If the IMA battery is too hot or too Temperature Gauge cold, the IMA system shuts down to This shows the temperature of the protect the battery. This disables the engine’s coolant. During normal IMA assist and auto idle stop, even operation, the reading should be in though the battery level gauge may...
Page 69 Main Menu Table of Contents Gauges Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition. Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level.
Page 70: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
Main Menu Table of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL WINDSHIELD BRIGHTNESS WIPERS/WASHERS (P.73) (P.70) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.71) HAZARD REMOTE AUDIO WARNING BUTTON CONTROLS (P.74) (P.137) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.141) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER MOONROOF (P.74, 103, 106) SWITCH (P.92) VSA OFF SWITCH...
Page 71: Wipers And Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Wipers and Washers Push the right lever up or down to The wipers run at low speed. Windshield Wiper select a position. The wipers run at high speed. The wipers run at high MIST speed until you release the lever. Windshield Washer Pull the wiper control lever toward you, and...
Page 72 Main Menu Table of Contents Turn Signal, Headlights Turn Signal and Headlights Turn Signal Push down on the Headlights Turning the switch left lever to signal a left turn and up on the left lever to the position to signal a right turn. To signal a lane turns on the parking lights, taillights, change, push lightly on the lever in side marker lights, rear license plate...
Page 73 Main Menu Table of Contents Headlights, Automatic Lighting Off Feature To turn on the high If you remove the key from the High Beams Automatic Lighting Off Feature beams, push the lever forward until This feature turns off the headlights, ignition switch with the headlight you hear a click.
Page 74 Main Menu Table of Contents Daytime Running Lights, Instrument Panel Brightness Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness brightness when you turn the With the headlight switch off, the ignition switch to the ON (II) high beam headlights and the high position.
Page 75 Main Menu Table of Contents Hazard Warning Light, Rear Window Defogger Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger HAZARD WARNING BUTTON Vehicles without navigation system Vehicles with navigation system Push the button between the center The rear window defogger will clear Make sure the rear window is clear vents to turn on the hazard warning fog, frost, and thin ice from the and you have good visibility before...
Page 76: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Adjustment Make any steering wheel adjustment Insert the key in the ignition before you start driving. switch, and unlock the steering column. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the...
Page 77 Make sure you have securely KEYS WITH (LIGHT GREY) NUMBER REMOTE locked the steering wheel in place only Honda-approved key blanks. TRANSMITTER by trying to move it up, down, in, and out. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system.
Page 78: Immobilizer System
Main Menu Table of Contents Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects If the system repeatedly does not As required by the FCC: recognize the coding of your key, your vehicle from theft. If an This device complies with Part 15 of the improperly-coded key (or other contact your dealer.
Page 79: Ignition Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Ignition Switch key. A reminder beeper sounds if the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or You can ACCESSORY (I) ACCESSORY(I) position when you operate the audio system and the open the driver’s door. Remove the accessory power sockets in this key from the ignition switch to turn position.
Page 80: Door Locks
Main Menu Table of Contents Door Locks Each door has a lock tab on it. Push Lockout Prevention POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH With the driver’s door open and the down the tab to lock the door and pull it up to unlock. When you push key in the ignition, both door lock down the tab on the driver’s door, all switches are disabled.
Page 81 Main Menu Table of Contents Childproof Door Locks, Remote Transmitter Press this button once Childproof Door Locks Remote Transmitter UNLOCK to unlock the driver’s door. Push it LEVER twice to unlock the other doors. LOCK The ceiling light (if the ceiling light UNLOCK BUTTON BUTTON...
Page 82: Remote Transmitter
Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter If you unlock the doors with the Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Avoid dropping or throwing the remote transmitter, but do not open Battery any of the doors within 30 seconds, transmitter. If it takes several pushes on the the doors automatically relock.
Page 83 Main Menu Table of Contents Remote Transmitter As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and BATTERY (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...
Page 84 Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid. Pull See page for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior.
Page 85 Main Menu Table of Contents Trunk, Armrest To open the trunk, push the release Emergency Trunk Opener Armrest lever to the left. RELEASE LEVER For more information about child safety, see page As a safety feature, your vehicle has To use the console lid as an armrest, a release lever on the trunk latch so slide it to the desired position.
Page 86 Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Heaters, Seats Seat Heaters After the seat reaches a comfortable Adjusting the Driver’s Seat temperature, select LO by pushing See pages for important safety the back of the switch. This will keep information and warnings about how to the seat warm.
Page 87 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Driver’s Lumbar Support Adjusting the Passenger’s Seat Moves the seat forward and backward. Moves the front of the seat up or down and To change the lumbar support, move To adjust the seat forward and the rear of the seat up backward, pull up on the lever under the lever on the right side of the...
Page 88 Main Menu Table of Contents Seats Head Restraints They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint. The front and rear head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint.
Page 89 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors Adjusting the Power Mirrors Push or pull the adjustment knob right, left, up, or down to move the mirror. When you finish, turn the adjustment knob to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment knob to keep your setting.
Page 90 Main Menu Table of Contents Mirrors, Power Windows Power Mirror Heaters Power Windows HEATED MIRROR BUTTON Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury. Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them. AUTO To open the driver’s DRIVER’S WINDOW...
Page 91: Power Windows
Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows To open or close the driver’s window If the driver’s If your vehicle’s battery is AUTO REVERSE partially, push down or pull back on window senses any obstacle while it disconnected or goes dead, or the is closing automatically, it will driver’s window fuse is removed, the the window switch lightly and hold it.
Page 92 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows The power window system has a key- Power Window Control off delay function. The windows will Operations UNLOCK BUTTON still operate for up to 10 minutes Opening the Windows with the after you turn off the ignition switch. Remote Transmitter Opening either front door cancels You can open all of the windows...
Page 93 Main Menu Table of Contents Power Windows, Moonroof Turn the key clockwise again, and Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, hold it. All four windows start to press and hold the center button open. To stop the windows, .
Page 94 Main Menu Table of Contents Moonroof, Parking Brake The moonroof has a key-off delay Parking Brake function. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes Opening or closing the after you turn off the ignition switch. moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious The key-off delay function cancels as...
Page 95 Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Brake, Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror If you drive without fully releasing Sun Visor Vanity Mirror the parking brake, the beeper sounds continuously. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs.
Page 96: Interior Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Lights Ceiling Lights Individual Interior Lights The courtesy light in each door comes on when you open that door. CENTER The light around the ignition switch only comes on when you open the driver’s door. After you close the door, the ignition switch light fades out in about 30 seconds.
Page 97: Interior Convenience Items
Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders FRONT DOOR POCKET and CONSOLE COMPARTMENT and Be careful when you are using the BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your CENTER POCKET, COIN POCKET and ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET passengers.
Page 98 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Center CD Pocket RIGHT LEVER LEFT LEVER Push CONSOLE COMPARTMENT To open the console compartment, You can put small items in the tray For vehicles without Navigation System pull up on the right lever and lift the located in the console compartment To open the center CD pocket, push- armrest.
Page 99 Main Menu Table of Contents Interior Convenience Items Sunglasses Holder Glove Box An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving.
Page 100 Main Menu Features Your heating and air conditioning Vents, Heating, and A/C ..... Playing the XM Satellite system provides a comfortable Dual Temperature Control ..Radio ........environment in all weather Climate Control Sensors ....Satellite Digital Radio ....conditions. Playing the AM/FM Radio ..
Page 101 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Without Navigation System TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (U.S. model shown) FAN SPEED TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL INDICATOR (DRIVER’S SIDE) (PASSENGER’S SIDE) MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS A/C BUTTON REAR WINDOW AUTO BUTTON DEFOGGER BUTTON OFF BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON...
Page 102 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C With Navigation System (U.S. model shown) TEMPERATURE DISPLAY AIR CONDITIONING ICONS A/C BUTTON FAN CONTROL ICONS MODE ICONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTONS (PASSENGER’S SIDE) BUTTONS (DRIVER’S SIDE) AUTO BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON OFF BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON DUAL BUTTON...
Page 103 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Voice Control System Fan Control Temperature Control Only on models equipped with For vehicles without Navigation System For vehicles without Navigation System Turn the temperature control dial on Navigation System You can manually select the fan The climate control system for your speed by pressing the fan control the driver’s side to adjust the airflow...
Page 104 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Air Conditioning (A/C) Button When the A/C is off, the airflow Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is For vehicles without Navigation System temperature does not fall below the Press the A/C button to turn the air outside air temperature.
Page 105 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C When you select , the system Mode Control Ventilation Use the mode control buttons or automatically switches to fresh air The flow-through ventilation system icons to select the vents the air flows draws in outside air, circulates it mode and turns on the A/C.
Page 106 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Using the Heater Using the A/C For vehicles with Navigation System The heater uses engine coolant to Air conditioning places an extra load Press the A/C button; the manual warm the air. If the engine is cold, it on the engine.
Page 107 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 108 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Automatic Climate Control Press the AUTO button. The system automatically selects the The automatic climate control proper mix of conditioned and/or system adjusts the fan speed and heated air that will, as quickly as For vehicles without Navigation System airflow levels to maintain the interior Set the desired temperature by...
Page 109 Main Menu Table of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C Semi-automatic Operation To Turn Everything Off You can manually select various Press the OFF button. However, a functions of the automatic climate lack of airflow can cause the control system when it is in AUTO. windows to fog up.
Page 110: Dual Temperature Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control For vehicles without Navigation System Without Navigation System Your vehicle has two temperature control dials, one for the driver, and one for the front passenger. For vehicles with Navigation System DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE Your vehicle has four temperature TEMPERATURE...
Page 111 Main Menu Table of Contents Dual Temperature Control To set the driver’s side temperature to a different value than the passenger’s, press the DUAL button, then turn the driver’s control dial or DRIVER’S SIDE PASSENGER’S SIDE press the buttons on the driver’s side.
Page 112: Climate Control Sensors
Main Menu Table of Contents Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the top of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column.
Page 113: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Without Navigation System With Navigation System (U.S. model shown) (U.S. model shown) PRESET BARS STEREO INDICATOR UPPER DISPLAY AM/FM BUTTON A.SEL AM/FM BUTTON BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY TUNE SCAN BUTTON BUTTON PRESET ICONS SEEK BAR SEEK BAR...
Page 114 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Voice Control System To Play the Radio To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to Only on models equipped with The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) find radio stations on the selected Navigation System...
Page 115 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio SCAN The scan function samples Preset Each side of the bars (1 Pick the preset number (1 all stations with strong signals on the 6) or preset icon can store one you want for that station.
Page 116 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio The preset frequencies will be lost if AUTO SELECT If you are If you do not like the stations Auto Select has stored, you can store your vehicle’s battery goes dead, is traveling far from home and can no disconnected, or the radio fuse is longer receive your preset stations,...
Page 117 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio The system will automatically return Adjusting the Sound For vehicles without Navigation System Press the SOUND button or icon, or Each mode is shown in the display as the display to the selected audio press the TUNE knob repeatedly to it changes.
Page 118 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio Radio Frequencies Radio Reception The radio can receive the complete How well the radio receives stations AM and FM bands. is dependent on many factors, such Those bands cover these frequen- as the distance from the station’s cies: transmitter, nearby large objects,...
Page 119 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio 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...
Page 120: Playing A Cd
Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD Without Navigation System With Navigation System (U.S. model shown) (U.S. model shown) UPPER DISPLAY CD BUTTON SCAN BUTTON RPT BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO DISPLAY SCAN BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON SEEK BAR EJECT BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK/SKIP...
Page 121 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer To play the radio when a CD is To Play a CD For vehicles with Satellite Radio To load or play CDs, the ignition playing, press the AM/FM button. To listen to satellite radio when a CD switch must be in the ACCESSORY is playing, press the CD/AUX XM Press the CD button again to switch...
Page 122 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer Loading CDs in the In-dash CD You can also load a CD into an empty To select a different disc, press the position while a CD is playing. Select Changer appropriate side of a preset bar Press and hold the LOAD button the empty position (the disc number...
Page 123 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer Press the RDM For vehicles without Navigation System RANDOM For vehicles with Navigation System Push the To use the controls, press the SEEK/SKIP button to play the tracks in random play the next track on the disc.
Page 124 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer TRACK SCAN When you touch DISC SCAN When you touch the TRACK RANDOM When you this icon on the audio display or DISC SCAN icon on the audio touch the TRACK RANDOM icon on press the SCAN button, you will get display, or press and hold the SCAN the audio display, the system plays...
Page 125 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a CD, CD Changer To Stop Playing a CD To play a tape when a CD is playing, Removing CDs from the Changer insert a tape in the player (optional). To remove the disc that is currently Press the eject button ( ) to playing, press the eject button.
Page 126: Cd Player Error Messages
Main Menu Table of Contents CD Player Error Messages If you see an error message in the Error Message Cause Solution display while playing a CD, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error message, take Press the eject button and pull out the disc.
Page 127: Protecting Your Cds
Main Menu Table of Contents Protecting Your CDs General Information Protecting CDs Play only standard round CDs. When a CD is not being played, store it in its case to protect it from dust Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the and other contamination.
Page 128 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) Without Navigation System With Navigation System (U.S. model shown) (U.S. model shown) RPT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR RPT INDICATOR TAPE DIRECTION UPPER INDICATOR DISPLAY CD/AUX XM BUTTON TAPE BUTTON DIRECTION CD/AUX ICONS BUTTON...
Page 129 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) To Play a Tape Dolby noise reduction turns on To Stop Playing a Tape when you insert a tape. The To remove the tape, press the eject Optional on all U.S. models The ignition switch must be in the indicator will light in the button.
Page 130 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) Tape Search Functions SKIP Press the side to find For vehicles with Navigation System the beginning of the current song or FF/REW To rewind the tape, If you see the error message push the preset 1 (REW) side of the passage.
Page 131 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing a Tape (U.S. Vehicles) If you do not clean the tape player If the tape is loose, tighten it by Caring for the Tape and Player The tape player picks up dirt and regularly, it may eventually become turning the hub with a pencil or your oxides from the tape.
Page 132 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Satellite Digital Radio Without Navigation System With Navigation System Your vehicle is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the CATEGORY/CHANNEL United States except Hawaii, Alaska, MODE INDICATOR CATEGORY/CHANNEL and Canada.
Page 133 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio To Play XM Satellite Radio To Select a Channel SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) The ignition switch must be in the When in the satellite radio mode, seek/skip function selects the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) you can use any of three methods to various categories in XM, such as position.
Page 134 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio SCAN The scan function samples Preset Each preset icon or button For vehicles with Navigation System all channels for 5 seconds. To Once your XM channels are preset, can store one channel in XM1 and activate the function, push the SCAN one in XM2.
Page 135 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Satellite Radio Signals Satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high- Signals may be blocked by quality digital reception. It offers mountains or many channels in several categories. large obstacles Along with a large selection of to the south.
Page 136 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio Depending on where you drive, you As required by the FCC: Receiving Satellite Radio Service may experience reception problems. Changes or modifications not expressly If your XM Radio service has expired Interference can be caused by any of or you purchased your vehicle from approved by the party responsible for...
Page 137 Main Menu Table of Contents Playing the XM Satellite Radio If you decide to purchase XM While awaiting activation, make sure satellite radio service, contact XM your vehicle remains in an open area Radio at , or at with good reception. Once your www.xmradio.com audio system is activated, ‘‘category’’...
Page 138: Steering Wheel Controls
Main Menu Table of Contents Steering Wheel Controls The VOL button adjusts the volume If you are playing a CD, the system MODE BUTTON up ( ) or down ( ). Press the top skips to the beginning of the next or bottom of the button, hold it until track each time you press the top the desired volume is reached, then...
Page 139: Radio Theft Protection
Main Menu Table of Contents Radio Theft Protection If your vehicle’s battery is discon- Your vehicle’s audio system will digits the same way. nected or goes dead, the audio disable itself if it is disconnected system will disable itself. If this If you make a mistake entering the from electrical power for any reason.
Page 140: Setting The Clock
Main Menu Table of Contents Setting the Clock For vehicles without Navigation System Without Navigation System If your vehicle’s battery is (U.S. model shown) disconnected or goes dead, you will DIGITAL CLOCK need to set the clock. Press and hold the SOUND button until you hear a beep.
Page 141: Security System
Main Menu Table of Contents Security System The security system helps to protect With the system set, you can still SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR your vehicle and valuables from theft. open the trunk with the remote The horn sounds and a combination transmitter without triggering the of headlights, parking lights, side alarm.
Page 142: Cruise Control
Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain Using the Cruise Control Press and release the DECEL/ a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) SET button on the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL MASTER BUTTON without keeping your foot on the The CRUISE CONTROL indicator accelerator pedal.
Page 143 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You can decrease the set cruising Even with the cruise control turned You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways: on, you can still use the accelerator speed in any of these ways: pedal to speed up for passing.
Page 144 Main Menu Table of Contents Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control Resuming the Set Speed Pressing the cruise control master You can cancel cruise control in any When you push the CANCEL button, button turns the system completely of these ways: or tap the brake pedal, the system off and erases the previous cruising will remember the previously-set...
Page 145: Homelink Universal Transceiver
Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver The HomeLink universal reverse if an obstacle is detected Training HomeLink transceiver built into your vehicle during closing, increasing the risk of If you just Before you begin can be programmed to operate up to received your vehicle and have not injury.
Page 146 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If the red indicator in HomeLink second. If the button works, continues to flash slowly (does programming is complete. not flash rapidly), your remote transmitter may stop If the button does not work go transmitting after a short time.
Page 147 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Press and hold the button on Training With a Rolling Code TRAINING BUTTON System HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds. For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ Press and hold the HomeLink or variable code.
Page 148 Main Menu Table of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver Erasing Codes If a standard transmitter was As required by the FCC: To erase the codes stored in all three programmed, the indicator will This device complies with Part 15 of the buttons, press and hold the two stay on for about 25 seconds.
Page 149 Main Menu...
Page 150: Before Driving
Main Menu Before Driving Before you begin driving your Break-in Period ......vehicle, you should know what Fuel Recommendation ....gasoline to use and how to check the Service Station Procedures ..levels of important fluids. You also Refueling ........need to know how to properly store Opening and Closing the luggage or packages.
Page 151: Break-In Period
Main Menu Table of Contents Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation your authorized dealer for service. Help assure your vehicle’s future Your vehicle is designed to operate reliability and performance by paying on unleaded gasoline with a pump Some gasoline today is blended with extra attention to how you drive octane number of 87 or higher.
Page 152: Service Station Procedures
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Refueling Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. Gasoline is highly flammable The fuel fill cap is attached to the and explosive. You can be Push burned or seriously injured fuel filler with a tether.
Page 153: Opening And Closing The Hood
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Screw the fuel fill cap back on Opening and Closing the Hood until it clicks at least once. If you HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page ).
Page 154: Oil Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK (orange handle) Lift the hood up most of the way. Wait a few minutes after turning the Remove the dipstick again, and The hydraulic supports will lift it up engine off before you check the oil.
Page 155: Engine Coolant Check
Main Menu Table of Contents Service Station Procedure Refer to Engine Coolant Check Owner’s Maintenance on page for information Checks RESERVE TANK about checking other items on your vehicle. Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines.
Page 156: Fuel Economy
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Always drive in the highest gear possible. Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance minder. See Owner’s Try to maintain a constant speed. Maintenance Checks (see page Every time you slow down and speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel.
Page 157: Accessories And Modifications
Accessories Be sure electronic accessories do or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories not overload electrical circuits that allow you to personalize your (see page ) or interfere with Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 158: Modifying Your Vehicle
If you plan to modify your vehicle, Covering the outside edge of a clearance can allow the consult your dealer. front seat-back, with a non-Honda undercarriage to hit speed bumps seat cover for example, could or other raised objects, which...
Page 159: Carrying Cargo
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas: DOOR POCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKET Glove box Door pockets Seat-back pockets Trunk Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if installed) 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 160: Load Limits
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo Load Limits Steps for determining correct load Determine the combined weight The maximum load for your vehicle limit: of luggage and cargo being loaded is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure Locate the statement, ‘‘the in the vehicle.
Page 161: Carrying Cargo In The Trunk Or On A Roof Rack
Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the If you carry large items that Carrying Cargo in the Passenger vehicle, all passengers and prevent you from closing the trunk Compartment lid, exhaust gas can enter the Store or secure all items that could accessories must not exceed the passenger area.
Page 162 Main Menu Table of Contents Carrying Cargo IMA Battery Air Intake Do not spill any liquids over the air IMA Battery Air Vent intake or put any small foreign AIR INTAKE objects in it. This may damage the AIR VENT IMA battery and the power control unit.
Page 163 Main Menu...
Page 164: Driving
Main Menu Driving This section gives you tips on Preparing to Drive ......Starting the Engine ....... starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the Automatic Transmission ....automatic transmission. It also Shift Lever Position includes important information on Indicators .......
Page 165: Preparing To Drive
Main Menu Table of Contents Preparing to Drive You should do the following checks Check the seat adjustment (see When you start the engine, check and adjustments before you drive pages the gauges and indicators in the your vehicle. instrument panel (see pages Check the adjustment of the Make sure all windows, mirrors, inside and outside mirrors (see...
Page 166: Starting The Engine
Main Menu Table of Contents Starting the Engine Apply the parking brake. Starting in Cold Weather In cold weather, conventional starter In cold weather, turn off all is used instead of the IMA system The immobilizer system protects your electrical accessories to reduce starter.
Page 167: Automatic Transmission
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If the malfunction indicator lamp To shift from any position, press the Shift Lever Position Indicators comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ release button on the bottom of the indicator, there is a problem with the shift lever to move it.
Page 168 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Park (P) This position Reverse (R) Press the brake Drive (D ) This position is similar mechanically locks the transmission. pedal and press the release button to to D, except only the first three shift from Park to Reverse.
Page 169: Engine Speed Limiter
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission This position locks To shift from Second to Second (2) First (1) Engine Speed Limiter the transmission in second gear. It First, press the release button on the If you exceed the maximum speed does not downshift to first gear for the gear you are in, the engine bottom of the shift lever.
Page 170: Shift Lock Release
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Release Insert the key in the shift lock COVER This allows you to move the shift release slot. lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work.
Page 171 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission If you need to use the shift lock RELEASE release, it means your vehicle is BUTTON developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT Push down on the key while you press the release button on the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to neutral.
Page 172 Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Auto Idle Stop The engine restarts when you During Auto Idle Stop, the IMA release the brake pedal. Even while Your vehicle has an auto idle stop charge and power brake vacuum system. After your vehicle comes to you are pressing down on the brake reserve is monitored by the system.
Page 173: Auto Idle Stop Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Automatic Transmission Auto Idle Stop Indicator If you open the driver’s door when Auto Stop is active, the indicator will blink and you will hear a continuous AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR beep. The beep will stop when you close the door.
Page 174: Parking
Main Menu Table of Contents Parking Always use the parking brake when Parking Tips If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn you park your vehicle. Make sure Make sure the moonroof and the the front wheels away from the the parking brake is set firmly, or windows are closed.
Page 175: Braking System
Main Menu Table of Contents Braking System Your vehicle is equipped with disc Check the brakes after driving Braking System Design brakes. A power assist helps reduce through deep water. Apply the The hydraulic system that operates brakes moderately to see if they feel the brakes has two separate circuits.
Page 176: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Activating the Anti-lock Brakes ABS Indicator The anti-lock brake system (ABS) You will feel a pulsation in the brake If this indicator comes on, the anti- helps prevent the brakes from pedal when the ABS activates, and lock function of the braking system locking up, and helps you retain...
Page 177 Main Menu Table of Contents Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Important Safety Reminders A vehicle with ABS may require a on loose or ABS does not reduce the time or longer distance to stop ABS INDICATOR uneven surfaces, such as gravel or distance it takes to stop the vehicle.
Page 178: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa) System
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System When VSA activates, you may notice VSA Activation Indicator that the engine does not respond to VSA ACTIVATION VSA SYSTEM INDICATOR INDICATOR the accelerator in the same way it When VSA activates, you will see the does at other times.
Page 179: Vsa Off Switch
Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System If the indicator does not come on VSA is turned on every time you VSA Off Switch when the ignition switch is turned to start the engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the the ON (II) position, there may be a VSA OFF SWITCH...
Page 180: Towing A Trailer
Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Your vehicle has been designed to Load Limits primarily carry passengers and their cargo. You can also use it to tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the guidelines in this section.
Page 181 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, Gross Axle Weight Rating Checking Loads start by loading 60 % of the load The best way to confirm that vehicle (GAWR): toward the front of the trailer and 40 The total weight of each axle must and trailer weights are within limits % toward the rear, then re-adjust the...
Page 182 Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Towing Equipment and Hitches Trailer Brakes Honda recommends that any trailer Accessories Any hitch used on your vehicle must Towing can require a variety of be properly bolted to the underbody. having a total weight of 1,000 lbs...
Page 183 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Ask your trailer sales or rental Trailer Lights Additional Towing Equipment Trailer lights and equipment must Many states and provinces require agency if any other items are comply with federal and state recommended or required for your special outside mirrors when towing towing situation.
Page 184 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer Pre-Tow Checklist Your vehicle tires and spare are Towing Speeds and Gears When preparing to tow, and before properly inflated (see page Drive slower than normal in all driving away, be sure to check the and the trailer tires and spare are driving situations, and obey posted following:...
Page 185 Main Menu Table of Contents Towing a Trailer When driving down hills, reduce Making Turns and Braking Backing Up Make turns more slowly and wider Always drive slowly and have your speed, and shift down to second than normal. The trailer tracks a someone guide you when backing up.
Page 186 Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is Maintenance Safety ...... Winter Driving ......important to keep your vehicle well Maintenance Minder ....Snow Tires ......maintained and how to follow basic Maintenance Record ....Tire Chains ......maintenance safety precautions. Fluid Locations ......
Page 187: Maintenance Safety
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Safety All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or other qualified Improperly maintaining this Failure to properly follow mechanic. vehicle or failing to correct a maintenance instructions and problem before driving can precautions can cause you to Important Safety Precautions...
Page 188: Maintenance Minder
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Your vehicle displays engine oil life Engine Oil Life Indicator and maintenance service items on the information display to show you ENGINE OIL LIFE MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE when you should have your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service.
Page 189 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder When the remaining engine oil life is When the remaining engine oil life is If you still do not perform the 5 to 1 percent, you will see a 0 percent, you will see the above indicated maintenance, you will see a ‘‘SERVICE’’...
Page 190 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Maintenance Main Items and Sub Resetting the Engine Oil Life Items Indicator Your dealer will reset the display MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE after completing the required maintenance service. You will see ‘‘OIL LIFE 100 %’’ on the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.
Page 191 Your authorized Honda dealer manual, or in the Honda service Press the Select/Reset knob for knows your vehicle best and can history booklet. Check your more than 5 seconds.
Page 192 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder U.S. Vehicles: Owner’s Maintenance Checks Lights Check the operation of You should check the following the headlights, parking lights, Maintenance, replacement, or items at the specified intervals. If taillights, high-mount brake light, repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done you are unsure of how to perform and license plate lights monthly.
Page 193 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Minder Symbol Maintenance Main Items Symbol Maintenance Sub Items Replace engine oil Rotate tires Replace engine oil and oil filter Replace air cleaner element Inspect front and rear brakes If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 Check parking brake adjustment miles (24,000 km).
Page 194: Maintenance Record
Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here. When maintenance is performed, record the mileage, circle the coded item(s) completed, and write in any other non-coded items (such as brake fluid replacement) below the codes. Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
Page 195 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Record Mileage Maintenance Signature Mileage Maintenance Signature Performed Performed Date Date...
Page 196: Fluid Locations
Main Menu Table of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Gray cap) (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP...
Page 197: Adding Engine Oil
Main Menu Table of Contents Adding Engine Oil Install the engine oil fill cap, and Recommended Engine Oil tighten it securely. Wait a few Oil is a major contributor to your minutes, and recheck the oil level. engine’s performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 Do not fill above the upper mark;...
Page 198: Synthetic Oil
5W-20 oil is formulated for year- it meets the same requirements Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for round protection of your vehicle to given for a conventional motor oil: it optimum engine protection. Make...
Page 199: Changing The Oil And Filter
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Always change the oil and filter Remove the oil filter, and let the OIL DRAIN BOLT WASHER according to the maintenance remaining oil drain. A special minder (see page ). The oil and wrench (available from your filter collect contaminants that can dealer) is required.
Page 200 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing the Oil and Filter Refill the engine with the recom- OIL FILTER mended oil. Improper disposal of engine oil can be Engine oil change capacity harmf ul to the environment. If you (including filter): change your own oil, please dispose of 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) the used oil properly.
Page 201: Windshield Washers
Main Menu Table of Contents Windshield Washers Check the level in the windshield LEVEL GAUGE washer reservoir at least monthly during normal use. Check the reservoir’s fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap. Canadian model: The low washer level indicator will come on when the level...
Page 202: Engine Coolant
Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a Removing the radiator cap temporary replacement. Make sure it while the engine is hot can...
Page 203 Main Menu Table of Contents Engine Coolant The coolant level should be up to Pour coolant into the reserve tank. the base of the filler neck. Add Fill it to halfway between the MAX coolant if it is low. and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank.
Page 204: Transmission Fluid
Shut off the engine. and that you push the dipstick in the transmission flushed and refilled all the way. with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) convenient. from the transmission, and wipe it Remove the dipstick and check with a clean cloth.
Page 205: Brake Fluid
Then drain and refill the the maintenance minder (see page replacement. transmission a final time. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can Insert the dipstick all the way back cause corrosion and decrease the life into the transmission. of the system. Have the brake...
Page 206: Timing Belt
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake Fluid, Timing Belt Timing Belt The timing belt should be replaced according to the maintenance minder (see page Replace the timing belt every 60,000 miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km (Canada) if you regularly drive your vehicle in any of the following conditions: In very high temperatures...
Page 207: Lights
Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb The headlights were properly aimed Your vehicle has two bulbs on each when your vehicle was new. If you side, four in total. Make sure you are Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot regularly carry heavy items in the replacing the bulb that is burned out.
Page 208 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push the electrical connector onto High Beam Headlight the bulb. BULB Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. AIR INTAKE COVER Reinstall the air intake cover. Reinstall the two fasteners and secure them by pushing on the heads until they lock.
Page 209 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Install the new bulb, and turn it Low Beam Headlight one-quarter turn clockwise to lock HOLDING CLIPS it in place. Push the electrical connector onto the bulb. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb.
Page 210 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing the Front Side Marker/ To remove the burned out bulb, Turn Signal and Parking Light push it in and turn it counterclockwise until it unlocks. Bulb Install the new bulb and turn it HOLDING CLIPS clockwise to lock it in place.
Page 211 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Push a new bulb straight into the Replacing Rear Turn Signal Light socket until it bottoms, and Bulbs reinstall the socket into the light HOLDING CLIPS BULB assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. Test the new bulb to make sure it works.
Page 212 Main Menu Table of Contents Lights Replacing Back-up Light Bulbs BULB TRIM CLIPS SOCKET BULB SOCKET Open the trunk. Carefully bend back the corner of Install a new bulb into the socket, the trunk lid trim to expose the and reinstall the socket into the Remove the trim clips from the bulbs.
Page 213: Seat Belts
Main Menu Table of Contents Seat Belts, Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, Seat Belts Driver’s Floor Mat make sure they fit properly and that they can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.
Page 214: 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 if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used.
Page 215 Main Menu Table of Contents Wiper Blades Slide the new wiper blade into the BLADE BLADE holder until the tabs lock. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield, the passenger’s side first, then the driver’s side.
Page 216: Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your Inflation Guidelines Use a gauge to measure the air Keeping the tires properly inflated tires must be the proper type and pressure in each tire at least once a size, in good condition with adequate provides the best combination of month.
Page 217: Recommended Tire Pressure
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the While tubeless tires have some Recommended Tire Pressure tires are hot (driven for several ability to self-seal if they are Keep the inflation pressure of your miles), you will see readings 4 to 6 punctured, you should look closely normal tires at 32 psi (220 kPa, psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )
Page 218: Tire Inspection
Improper wheel weights can damage A tire this worn gives very little your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use traction on wet roads. You should only genuine Honda wheel weights f or replace the tire if you can see three balancing. or more tread wear indicators.
Page 219: Tire Rotation
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires If you ever replace a wheel, make Tire Rotation Replacing Tires and Wheels Replace your tires with radial tires of sure that the wheel’s specifications Front Front the same size, load range, speed match those of the original wheels. rating, and maximum cold tire Replacement wheels are available at pressure rating (as shown on the...
Page 220: Wheels And Tires
Main Menu Table of Contents Tires Wheels and Tires Winter Driving Snow Tires Wheel: Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘All If you mount snow tires on your Season’’ on the sidewall have an all- vehicle, make sure they are radial 16 x 6 1/2 JJ weather tread design suitable for tires of the same size and load range...
Page 221: Tire Chains
Because your vehicle has limited tire hear them coming into contact with be seriously injured or killed. clearance, Honda strongly the body or chassis, stop and recommends using the chains listed investigate. Remove them as soon as...
Page 222: Checking The Battery
Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery Check the terminals for corrosion (a If additional battery maintenance is TEST INDICATOR WINDOW white or yellowish powder). To needed, see your dealer or a remove it, cover the terminals with a qualified mechanic.
Page 223: Vehicle Storage
Main Menu Table of Contents Checking the Battery, Vehicle Storage Fill the fuel tank. Vehicle Storage If you need to park your vehicle for an extended period (more than 1 Change the engine oil and filter. The battery gives off explosive month), there are several things you hydrogen gas during normal operation.
Page 224 Main Menu Table of Contents Vehicle Storage Leave the parking brake off. Put Support the front wiper blade arms with a folded towel or rag so the transmission in Park. they do not touch the windshield. If this vehicle is unused f or over one Block the rear wheels.
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Page 226: 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 Nothing Happens or the safely evaluate the problem and what Starter Motor Operates...
Page 227: Compact Spare Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Compact Spare Tire Use the compact spare tire as a Do not mount snow chains on the INDICATOR LOCATION MARK temporary replacement only. Get compact spare tire. your regular tire repaired or replaced, Do not use the compact spare tire and put it back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Page 228: Changing A Flat Tire
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire If you have a flat tire while driving, Park the vehicle on firm, level, and stop in a safe place to change it. non-slippery ground. Put the Drive slowly along the shoulder until transmission in Park.
Page 229 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire EXTENSION BRAKE HUB WHEEL WRENCH JACKING POINT Place the jack under the jacking Use the extension and the wheel Before mounting the spare tire, point nearest the tire you need to nut wrench as shown to raise the wipe any dirt off the mounting change.
Page 230 Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire Remove the center cap before WING BOLT storing the flat tire in the trunk well. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, turn it over, and put it back on the bolt.
Page 231: If The Engine Won't Start
Main Menu Table of Contents Changing a Flat Tire, If the Engine Won’t Start If the Engine Won’t Start Nothing Happens or the Starter Diagnosing why the engine won’t Motor Operates Very Slowly start falls into two areas, depending When you turn the ignition switch to Loose items can fly around the on what you hear when you turn the the START (III) position, you do not...
Page 232: The Starter Operates Normally
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Won’t Start Turn the ignition switch to the The Starter Operates Normally Do you have fuel? Check the fuel START (III) position. If the In this case, the starter motor’s gauge; the low fuel indicator may headlights do not dim, check the speed sounds normal, or even faster not be working.
Page 233: 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 234 Main Menu Table of Contents Jump Starting If the booster battery is in another Once your vehicle is running, disconnect the negative cable from vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. your vehicle, then from the booster battery.
Page 235: If The Engine Overheats
Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats The pointer of the vehicle’s If you do not see steam or spray, temperature gauge should stay in leave the engine running, and watch the temperature gauge. If the midrange. If it climbs to the red Steam and spray from an the high heat is due to overloading, mark, you should determine the...
Page 236 Main Menu Table of Contents If the Engine Overheats If you do not find an obvious leak, Using gloves or a large heavy Put the radiator cap back on cloth, turn the radiator cap check the coolant level in the tightly.
Page 237: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Low Oil Pressure Indicator Start the engine and watch the oil LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR pressure indicator. If it does not go out within 10 seconds, turn off the Running the engine with low oil engine.
Page 238: Charging System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Charging System Indicator, Malfunction Indicator Lamp Charging System Indicator Immediately turn off all electrical Malfunction Indicator Lamp accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP the power windows. Keep the engine running;...
Page 239: Readiness Codes
Main Menu Table of Contents Malfunction Indicator Lamp If you have recently refueled your To check if they are set, turn the Readiness Codes Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness ignition switch to the ON (II) vehicle, the cause of this indicator codes’’...
Page 240: Brake System Indicator
Main Menu Table of Contents Brake System Indicator However, if the brake pedal does not Slow down by shifting to a lower BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR feel normal, you should take gear, and pull to the side of the road immediate action. A problem in one when it is safe.
Page 241: Closing The Moonroof
Main Menu Table of Contents Closing the Moonroof If the electric motor will not close ROUND PLUG SOCKET the moonroof, do the following: Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page ). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.
Page 242: Emergency Towing
Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing If your vehicle needs to be towed, If, due to damage, your vehicle must call a professional towing service or be towed with the front wheels on an organization. Never tow your the ground, do the following: Improper towing preparation will vehicle with just a rope or chain.
Page 243 Main Menu Table of Contents Emergency Towing With the front wheels on the ground, If your vehicle is equipped with a it is best to tow the vehicle no farther front spoiler, remove it before than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the towing so it is not damaged.
Page 244: Fuses
Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses Checking and Replacing Fuses INTERIOR UNDER-HOOD If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component.
Page 245 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses BLOWN BLOWN BLOWN Check each of the large fuses in Check the smaller fuses in the the under-hood fuse box by under-hood fuse box and all the looking at the wire inside. fuses in the interior fuse box by Removing these fuses requires a pulling out each one with the fuse Phillips-head screwdriver.
Page 246 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses If you replace the blown fuse with a If the replacement fuse of the spare fuse that has a lower rating, it same rating blows in a short time, FUSE PULLER might blow out again. This does not there is probably a serious indicate anything wrong.
Page 247 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX Amps. Circuits Protected 30 A Cooling Fan 7.5 A MG. Clutch 15 A Horn, Stop 40 A Rear Defroster 40 A Back Up, ACC 15 A Hazard VSA Motor 30 A 40 A 40 A Option...
Page 248 Main Menu Table of Contents Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOX Amps. Circuits Protected Not Used 15 A 15 A Fuel Pump Washer 10 A 7.5 A Meter 10 A 7.5 A 20 A Power Window (Left Rear) 20 A Power Window (Right Rear) 20 A Power Window (Passenger) 20 A...
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Page 250: Technical Information
Main Menu Technical Information The diagrams in this section give Identification Numbers ....Replacement Parts ....you the dimensions and capacities of Specifications ........ Three Way Catalytic Converter . your vehicle, and the locations of the DOT Tire Quality Grading State Emissions Testing ....
Page 251: Identification Numbers
Table of Contents Main Menu Identification Numbers Your vehicle has several identifying numbers in various places. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
Page 252 Main Menu Table of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped on the front of the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER...
Page 253: Specifications
Table of Contents Main Menu Specifications Dimensions Capacities Length 190.9 in (4,850 mm) Engine Change 1.77 US gal (6.7 ) Width 71.7 in (1,820 mm) coolant Total 2.22 US gal (8.4 ) Height 57.2 in (1,453 mm) Engine oil Change Wheelbase 107.9 in (2,740 mm) Including...
Page 254 Main Menu Table of Contents Specifications Lights Engine Headlights High 12 V 60 W (HB3) Type SOHC i-VTEC 6-cylinder (V6), 12 V 51 W (HB4) gasoline engine Front side marker/Parking/ 12 V 24/2.2 CP (Amber) Bore x Stroke 3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm) Turn signal light Displacement 182.8 cu-in (2,997 cm )
Page 255 Table of Contents Main Menu DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) The tires on your vehicle meet all Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C The treadwear grade is a compara- The traction grades, from highest to U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. tive rating based on the wear rate of All tires are also graded for lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Page 256 Main Menu Table of Contents DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature A, B, C Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the is properly inflated and not tire’s resistance to the generation of overloaded.
Page 257: Tire Labeling
Table of Contents Main Menu Tire Labeling Rim diameter in inches. 2202 Date of manufacture. Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those Load index (a numerical code Maximum Tire Pressure you should be aware of are described associated with the maximum Max Press The maximum air...
Page 258: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
Page 259 System combustion and minimize the The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that system takes some of the exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower come out the tailpipe.
Page 260: 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 CONVERTERS...
Page 261: State Emissions Testing
Table of Contents Main Menu State Emissions Testing If the testing facility determines that Without touching the accelerator Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state the readiness codes are not set, you pedal, start the engine, and let it emissions test shortly after the will be requested to return at a later idle for 20 seconds.
Page 262 Main Menu Table of Contents State Emissions Testing Select a nearby lightly traveled Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph When traffic conditions allow, let (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 the vehicle coast for several minutes.
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Page 264 Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicle) ......Authorized Manuals .....
Page 265: Customer Service Information
Bella International U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the P.O. Box 190816 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816 Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A Tel: (787) 250-4327...
Page 266: Warranty Coverages
Restrictions and exclusions apply to Emissions Control Systems Defects Accessory Limited Warranty Warranty and Emissions Honda accessories are covered all these warranties. Please read the these two under this warranty. Time and 2006 Honda warranty information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s...
Page 267 Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Administration (NHTSA), in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Seventh Street, SW., Washington, to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems DC 20590. Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or You can also obtain other American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Page 268: Authorized Manuals (U.s. Only)
Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) Valid only for sales within the United States. Canadian owners should contact their authorized Honda dealer. The publications shown below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order in any of three ways:...
Page 269: 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 270 Main Menu Index Shift Lever Position Indicator . Bulb Replacement Shift Lever Positions ....Front Parking Lights ....Accessories ........Shift Lock Release ....Headlights ......207, ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Specifications ......Position) ........Turn Signal Lights ....Accessory Power Socket ....
Page 271 Main Menu Index Checklist, Before Driving .... Dashboard ........Emergencies on the Road .... Childproof Door Locks ....Daytime Running Lights ....Battery, Jump Starting ..... Defects, Reporting Safety .... Child Seats ......36-44 Brake System Indicator ... Lower Anchorage Points ...
Page 272 Main Menu Index Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Turning on ........Belts by ........Head Restraints ......Gas Mileage, Improving ....Heating and Cooling ..... Gasoline ......... HomeLink Universal Gauge ........... Transceiver ........ Fan, Interior ........Octane Requirement ....Hood, Opening and Closing the . Features ...........
Page 273 Main Menu Index Installing a Child Seat ....Turn Signal ........Mirrors, Adjusting ......Tether Anchorage Points ..Load Limits ........Modifications ......... Using LATCH ......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ..Moonroof ......... Instrument Panel ......Locks Instrument Panel Brightness ..
Page 274 Main Menu Index Owner’s Maintenance Checks ..Radio/CD Sound Safety Defects, Reporting .... System ........Safety Features ......... Rear Lights, Bulb Airbags ......... Replacement ...... 210, Seat Belts ........Panel Brightness Control ....Rear View Mirror ......Safety Labels, Location of .....
Page 275 Main Menu Index Service Manual ......How Your Front Airbags Technical Descriptions Service Station Procedure ... Works ........DOT Tire Quality Grading ..Setting the Clock ......How Your Side Airbags Emissions Control Systems ..Shift Lever Position Indicator ..Works ........
Page 276 Main Menu Index Towing Alignment and Balance .... A Trailer ........Compact Spare ......Emergency Wrecker ....Wrench ........Vanity Mirror ........Transmission Vehicle Capacity Load ....Windows Checking Fluid Level, Vehicle Dimensions ...... Operating the Power ....Rear, Defogger ......
Page 277: Service Information Summary
Main Menu Service Information Summary Gasoline: Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary Fuel Tank Capacity: replacement (see page 17.09 US gal (64.7 )

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