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Contents

Owner's Identification Form

Introduction .........................................................................................................................................i A Few Words About Safety ................................................................................................................iii

Your Vehicle at a Glance .....................................................................................................................3 Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................5 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls ................................................................................................................. 53 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls. Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 109 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 179What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 191 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 209 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. Taking Care of the Unexpected ...................................................................................................... 253 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 277ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ................................................................ 291A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 295 How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index...................................................................................................................................................... I

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

Accord Value Package Audio System

This owner’s manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.

The information and specifications includedin this publication were in effect at the timeof approval for printing. Honda Motor Co.,Ltd. reserves the right, however, todiscontinue or change specifications ordesign at any time without notice andwithout incurring any obligation whatsoever.

This owner’s manual covers all models ofthe Civic 2-door. You may find descriptionsof equipment and features that are not onyour particular model.

Owner’s Identif ication

POUR CLIENTS CANADIENAVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avezbesoin d’un Manuel du Conducteuren français, veuillez demander àvotre concessionnaire decommander le numéro de pièce33SVAC10

OWNER

ADDRESS

V. I. N.

DELIVERY DATE

DEALER NAME DEALER NO.

ADDRESS

OWNER’S SIGNATURE

DEALER’S SIGNATURE

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE

(Date sold to original retail purchaser)

STREET

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls andconvenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle soyou can refer to it at any time.

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty bookletthoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rightsand responsibilities.

As you read this manual, you willfind information that is preceded bya symbol. Thisinformation is intended to help youavoid damage to your vehicle, otherproperty, or the environment.

Congratulations! Your selection of a 2007 Honda Civic was a wise investment.It will give you years of driving pleasure.

Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in theinstrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preservesyour investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind thatyour dealer’s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems uniqueto your vehicle. Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will bepleased to answer any questions and concerns.

Introduction

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California Proposition 65 Warning

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other reproductive harm.

Event Data RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorders. These devicesrecord front seat belt use, front passenger seat occupancy, airbag deployment data, and the failure of any airbagsystem component. This data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by anyone else except as legallyrequired or with the permission of the vehicle owner.

Service Diagnostic RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The datacan be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It mayalso be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential and is never linked tothe vehicle owner.

Introduction

WARNING:

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California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention ActThe airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this vehicle contain perchlorate materials - special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

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Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thisvehicle safely is an importantresponsibility.

To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This information alertsyou to potential hazards that couldhurt you or others.

You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,including:

on the vehicle.preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of

three signal words: , , or .

such as Important Safety Reminders or ImportantSafety Precautions.

such as Driver and Passenger Safety.how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information please read itcarefully.

These signal words mean:

Of course, it is not practical orpossible to warn you about all thehazards associated with operating ormaintaining your vehicle. You mustuse your own good judgement.

Safety LabelsSafety Messages

Safety Headings

Safety SectionInstructions

A Few Words About Safety

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLYHURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t followinstructions.

Your Vehicle at a Glance

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

MANUAL TRANSMISSION

GAUGES

INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS

POWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCH

HAZARD WARNINGBUTTON

MOONROOF SWITCH

(P.9, 23)

AUDIO SYSTEM

HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLS(P.110)

(P.9, 23)

MIRROR CONTROLS

(P.182) ACCESSORY POWERSOCKETS

(P.198)

(P.195)

(P.115)

DRIVER’S FRONT AIRBAG

POWER WINDOWSWITCHES

FUEL FILL DOOR/TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

CLOCK (P.173)

PASSENGER’S FRONTAIRBAG

(P.57)(P.64)

(P.73)(P.99)

(P.101)

(P.79)

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(P.181, 89) (P.105)

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Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.

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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS

MIRROR CONTROLSREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

INSTRUMENT PANELBRIGHTNESS

SEL/RESET BUTTON

TILT/TELESCOPICADJUSTMENT

(P.175)


ACCESSORY POWERSOCKET

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR (P.29)

DISPLAY CHANGEBUTTON

HEATED MIRRORS

(P.170)

REMOTEAUDIOCONTROLS

VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES

CRUISECONTROLBUTTONS

HORN

VEHICLESTABILITYASSIST (VSA)SYSTEM OFFSWITCH

(P.71)

(P.72)

(P.65)

(P.64)

(P.101)

(P.207)

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(P.105)

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This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your airbags work. Andit tells you how to properly restraininfants and children in your vehicle.

.........Important Safety Precautions . 6.......Your Vehicle’s Safety Features . 7

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11.....1. Close and Lock the Doors . 11

...........2. Adjust the Front Seats . 11............3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 12

...4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 135. Fasten and Position the Seat

.....................................Belts . 146. Maintain a Proper Sitting

................................Position . 15.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16...Additional Safety Precautions . 16

Additional Information About.......................Your Seat Belts . 18

..Seat Belt System Components . 18......................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 19

Automatic Seat Belt...............................Tensioners . 19

...............Seat Belt Maintenance . 20Additional Information About

...........................Your Airbags . 21......Airbag System Components . 21

How Your Front Airbags.........................................Work . 23

...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26How the Side Curtain Airbags

.........................................Work . 28..How the SRS Indicator Works . 28

How the Side Airbag Off......................Indicator Works . 29

How the Passenger Airbag Off......................Indicator Works . 29

.............................Airbag Service . 30...Additional Safety Precautions . 31

Protecting Children General................................Guidelines . 32

All Children Must Be...............................Restrained . 32

All Children Should Sit in a.................................Back Seat . 33

The Passenger’s Front Airbag.........Can Pose Serious Risks . 33

If You Must Drive with Several...................................Children . 35

If a Child Requires Close..................................Attention . 35

...Additional Safety Precautions . 35Protecting Infants and Small

...................................Children . 37.......................Protecting Infants . 37

.........Protecting Small Children . 38.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 39....................Installing a Child Seat . 40

...............................With LATCH . 41.........With a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 43

..............................With a Tether . 45...........Protecting Larger Children . 46

...............Checking Seat Belt Fit . 46..................Using a Booster Seat . 47

When Can a Larger Child Sit in.........................................Front . 48

...Additional Safety Precautions . 49.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50

...................................Safety Labels . 51

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You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.The recommendations on this pageare the ones we consider to be themost important.

A seat belt is your best protection inall types of collisions. Airbags aredesigned to supplement seat belts,not replace them. So even thoughyour vehicle is equipped with airbags,make sure you and your passengersalways wear your seat belts, andwear them properly (see page ).

Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Evenone drink can reduce your ability torespond to changing conditions, andyour reaction time gets worse with

every additional drink. So don’t drinkand drive, and don’t let your friendsdrink and drive, either.

While airbags can save lives, theycan cause serious or fatal injuries tooccupants who sit too close to them,or are not properly restrained.Infants, young children, and shortadults are at the greatest risk. Besure to follow all instructions andwarnings in this manual.

Children age 12 and under shouldride properly restrained in a backseat, not the front seat. Infants andsmall children should be restrainedin a child seat. Larger childrenshould use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder belt until they can use thebelt properly without a booster seat(see pages ).

Excessive speed is a major factor incrash injuries and deaths. Generally,the higher the speed, the greater therisk, but serious injuries can alsooccur at lower speeds. Never drivefaster than is safe for currentconditions, regardless of themaximum speed posted.

Having a tire blowout or amechanical failure can be extremelyhazardous. To reduce the possibilityof such problems, check your tirepressures and condition frequently,and perform all regularly scheduledmaintenance (see page ).

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Important Safety Precautions

Always Wear Your Seat Belt

Don’t Drink and Drive

Be Aware of Airbag Hazards

Restrain All Children

Control Your Speed

Keep Your Vehicle in SafeCondition

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Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.

Some features do not require anyaction on your part. These include astrong steel framework that forms asafety cage around the passengercompartment; front and rear crushzones; a collapsible steering column;and tensioners that tighten the frontseat belts in a crash.

However, you and your passengerscan’t take full advantage of thesefeatures unless you remain sitting ina proper position and

. In fact, some safetyfeatures can contribute to injuries ifthey are not used properly.

The following pages explain how youcan take an active role in protectingyourself and your passengers.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

always wearyour seat belts

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(1) Safety Cage(2) Crush Zone(3) Seats and Seat-Backs(4) Head Restraints(5) Collapsible Steering Column(6) Seat Belts(7) Front Airbags(8) Side Airbags(9) Side Curtain Airbags(10) Front Seat Belt Tensioners(11) Door Locks(12) Front Seat Belt Buckle

Tensioners

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.

Seat belts are the single mosteffective safety device for adults andlarger children. (Infants and smallerchildren must be properly restrainedin child seats.)

Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

In addition, most states and allCanadian provinces require you towear seat belts.

When properly worn, seat belts:

Keep you connected to the vehicleso you can take advantage of thevehicle’s built-in safety features.

Help protect you in almost everytype of crash, including frontal,side, and rear impacts androllovers.

Help keep you from being thrownagainst the inside of the vehicleand against other occupants.

Keep you from being thrown outof the vehicle.

Help keep you in a good positionshould the airbags ever deploy. Agood position reduces the risk ofinjury from an inflating airbag andallows you to get the bestadvantage from the airbag.

Of course, seat belts cannotcompletely protect you in everycrash. But in most cases, seat beltscan reduce your risk of seriousinjury.

Always wear your seat belt, andmake sure you wear it properly.

Your seat belt system also includesan indicator on the instrument paneland a beeper to remind you and yourpassengers to fasten your seat belts.


Seat Belts

Why Wear Seat Belts

What You Should Do:

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Not wearing a seat belt properlyincreases the chance of seriousinjury or death in a crash, eventhough your vehicle has airbags.

Be sure you and yourpassengers always wear seatbelts and wear them properly.

Your vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger during a moderate tosevere frontal collision (see page

for more information on howyour front airbags work).

Your vehicle also has side airbags tohelp protect the upper torso of thedriver or a front seat passengerduring a moderate to severe sideimpact (see page for moreinformation on how your side airbagswork).

In addition, your vehicle has sidecurtain airbags to help protect theheads of the driver, front passenger,and passengers in the outer rearseating positions during a moderateto severe side impact (see page

for more information on howyour side curtain airbags work).

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The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.

Remember, however, that no safetysystem can prevent all injuries ordeaths that can occur in a severecrash, even when seat belts areproperly worn and the airbags deploy.

Always wearyour seat belt properly, and situpright and as far back from thesteering wheel as possible whileallowing full control of the vehicle. Afront passenger should move theirseat as far back from the dashboardas possible.

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:

They are designed to supplementthe seat belts.

To dotheir job, airbags must inflate withtremendous force. So whileairbags help save lives, they cancause minor injuries or moreserious or even fatal injuries ifoccupants are not properlyrestrained or sitting properly.


What you should do:

Airbags do not replace seat belts.

Airbags offer no protection in rearimpacts, or minor frontal or sidecollisions.

Airbags can pose hazards.

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Adjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adjust theirseat as far to the rear as possible.

See pages for importantguidelines on how to properlyprotect infants, small children, andlarger children who ride in yourvehicle.

The following pages provideinstructions on how to properlyprotect the driver, adult passengers,and teenage children who are largeenough and mature enough to driveor ride in the front.

After everyone has entered thevehicle, be sure the doors are closedand locked.

Your vehicle has a door-open indicator on the

instrument panel to indicate wheneither door is not tightly closed.

Locking the doors also helps preventan outsider from unexpectedlyopening a door when you come to astop.

Locking the doors reduces thechance of someone being thrown outof the vehicle during a crash, and ithelps prevent passengers fromaccidentally opening a door andfalling out.

Some models have auto doorlocking/unlocking features. Formore information, see page .

See page for how to lock thedoors, and page for how the doormonitor indicator works.

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Protecting Adults and Teens

Adjust the Front SeatsIntroduction

Close and Lock the Doors1.

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If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or dashboard.

Once your seat is adjusted correctly,rock it back and forth to make surethe seat is locked in position.

See page for how to adjust thefront seats.

Adjust the driver’s seat-back to acomfortable, upright position,leaving ample space between yourchest and the airbag cover in thecenter of the steering wheel.

Passengers with adjustable seat-backs should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, uprightposition.

If you cannot get far enough awayfrom the steering wheel and stillreach the controls, we recommendthat you investigate whether sometype of adaptive equipment may help.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the steeringwheel and the chest. In addition toadjusting the seat, you can adjust thesteering wheel up and down, and inand out (see page ).74

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Sitting too close to a frontairbag can result in seriousinjury or death if the frontairbags inflate.

Always sit as far back from thefront airbags as possible.

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe back of your head rests againstthe center of the restraint.

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It also increases the chanceof sliding under the belt in a crashand being seriously injured. Thefarther a seat-back is reclined, thegreater the risk of injury.

See page for how to adjust theseat-backs.

Have passengers adjust their headrestraints properly as well. Tallerpersons should adjust their restraintas high as possible.

Properly adjusted head restraintswill help protect occupants fromwhiplash and other crash injuries.

See page for how to adjust thehead restraints.

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Reclining the seat-back too farcan result in serious injury ordeath in a crash.

Adjust the seat-back to anupright position, and sit wellback in the seat.

Improperly positioning headrestraints reduces theireffectiveness and you can beseriously injured in a crash.

Make sure head restraints arein place and positioned properlybefore driving.

This spreads the forces of a crashover the strongest bones in yourupper body.Insert the latch plate into the buckle,

then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Check thatthe belt is not twisted, because atwisted belt can cause seriousinjuries in a crash.

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This lets your strong pelvic bonestake the force of a crash and reducesthe chance of internal injuries.

If necessary, pull up on the belt againto remove any slack, then check thatthe belt rests across the center ofyour chest and over your shoulder.


Fasten and Position the SeatBelts

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Improperly positioning the seatbelts can cause serious injuryor death in a crash.

Make sure all seat belts areproperly positioned beforedriving.

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and put on seat belts, it isvery important that they continue tosit upright, well back in their seats,with their feet on the floor, until thevehicle is parked and the engine isoff.

Sitting improperly can increase thechance of injury during a crash. Forexample, if an occupant slouches,lies down, turns sideways, sitsforward, leans forward or sideways,or puts one or both feet up, thechance of injury during a crash isgreatly increased.

In addition, an occupant who is out ofposition in the front seat can beseriously or fatally injured in a crashby striking interior parts of thevehicle or being struck by aninflating front airbag.

See page for additionalinformation about your seat beltsand how to take care of them.

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.

If a seat belt does not seem to workproperly, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.

Using a seatbelt that is not working properly canresult in serious injury or death.Have your dealer check the belt assoon as possible.

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Maintain a Proper SittingPosition

6.Never place the shoulder portion of alap/shoulder belt under your arm orbehind your back.

No one should sit in a seat with aninoperative seat belt.

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Sitting improperly or out ofposition can result in seriousinjury or death in a crash.

Always sit upright, well back inthe seat, with your feet on thefloor.

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across the hips.

When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a front passenger, adjust the seatas far back as possible.

This will reduce the risk of injuriesto both you and your unborn childthat can be caused by a crash or aninflating front airbag.

Each time you have a checkup, askyour doctor if it’s okay for you todrive.

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

Devices intended to improveoccupant comfort or reposition theshoulder part of a seat belt canreduce the protective capability ofthe belt and increase the chance ofserious injury in a crash.

Carrying hard or sharpobjects on your lap, or driving witha pipe or other sharp object inyour mouth, can result in injuriesif your front airbag inflates.


Advice for Pregnant Women Additional Safety PrecautionsTwo people should never use thesame seat belt.

Do not put any accessories on seatbelts.

Do not place hard or sharp objectsbetween yourself and a frontairbag.

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If yourhands or arms are close to anairbag cover, they could be injuredif the airbag inflates.

Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfere with the properoperation of the airbags or bepropelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone if the airbags inflate.

If a side airbag or aside curtain airbag inflates, a cupholder or other hard objectattached on or near the door couldbe propelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone.

If they do,they could be very seriouslyinjured in a crash.


Keep your hands and arms awayfrom the airbag covers.

Do not attach or place objects onthe front airbag covers.

Do not attach hard objects on ornear a door.

Never let passengers ride on top ofa folded-down rear seat.

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Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all five seatingpositions. The front seat belts arealso equipped with automatic seatbelt tensioners.

If either the driver or a frontpassenger does not fasten their seatbelt while driving, the beeper willsound and the indicator will flashagain at regular intervals.

If a front passenger does not fastentheir seat belt, the indicator willcome on about 6 seconds after theignition switch is turned to the ON(II) position.

This system monitors the front seatbelts. If you turn the ignition switchto the ON (II) position before yourseat belt is fastened, the beeper willsound and the indicator will flash. Ifyour seat belt is not fastened beforethe beeper stops, the indicator willstop flashing but remain on.

This system uses the same sensorsas the front airbags to monitorwhether the front seat belts arelatched or unlatched, and how muchweight is on the front passenger’sseat (see pages and ).

The seat belt systemincludes an indicator on the

instrument panel and a beeper toremind you and your passengers tofasten your seat belts.

When no one is sitting in the frontpassenger’s seat, or a child or smalladult is riding there, the indicatorshould not come on and the beepershould not sound.

If the indicator comes on or thebeeper sounds when the driver’s seatbelt is latched and there is no frontseat passenger and no items on thefront seat, something may beinterfering with the monitoringsystem. Look for and remove:

Any items under the frontpassenger’s seat.

Any objects hanging on the seat orin the seat-back pocket.

Any objects, such as a folded-downback seat, that are touching therear of the seat-back.

If no obstructions are found, haveyour vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Additional Information About Your Seat Belts

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The lap and shoulder belt goes overyour shoulder, across your chest,and across your hips.

To fasten the belt, insert the latchplate into the buckle, then tug on thebelt to make sure the buckle islatched (see page for how toproperly position the belt).

To unlock the belt, press the redPRESS button on the buckle. Guidethe belt across your body so that itretracts completely. After exiting thevehicle, be sure the belt is out of theway and will not get closed in thedoor.

All seat belts have an emergencylocking retractor. In normal driving,the retractor lets you move freely inyour seat while it keeps sometension on the belt. During a collisionor sudden stop, the retractorautomatically locks the belt to helprestrain your body.

If the shoulder part of the belt ispulled all the way out, the lockableretractor will activate. The belt willretract, but it will not allow thepassenger to move freely.

To deactivate the lockable retractor,unlatch the buckle and let the seatbelt fully retract. To refasten theseat belt, pull it out only as far asneeded.

For added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightenthe belts to help hold the driver anda front passenger in position.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts inall seating positions except thedriver’s have a lockable retractorthat must be activated to secure achild seat (see page ).

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For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.

Pull each belt out fully, and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat the latches work smoothly andthe belts retract easily. If a belt doesnot retract easily, cleaning the beltmay correct the problem (see page

). Any belt that is not in goodcondition or working properly willnot provide good protection andshould be replaced as soon aspossible.

If a seat belt is worn during a crash,it must be replaced by your dealer. Abelt that has been worn during acrash may not provide the same levelof protection in a subsequent crash.

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must be replaced.

The tensioners are designed toactivate in any collision severeenough to cause the front airbags todeploy.

The tensioners can also be activatedduring a collision in which the frontairbags . In this case, theairbags would not be needed, but theadditional restraint could be helpful.

When the tensioners are activated,the seat belts will remain tight untilthey are unbuckled.

If a side airbag or side curtain airbagdeploys during a side impact, thetensioner on that side of the vehiclewill also deploy.

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Not checking or maintainingseat belts can result in seriousinjury or death if the seat beltsdo not work properly whenneeded.

Check your seat belts regularly,and have any problemcorrected as soon as possible.

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Airbag System Components

Additional Information About Your Airbags

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(1) Driver’s Airbag(2) Front Passenger’s Airbag(3) Control Unit(4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners(5) Side Airbags(6) Driver’s Seat Position Sensor(7) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors(8) Front Impact Sensors(9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator(10) Side Impact Sensors (First)(11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors(12) SRS Indicator(13) Occupant Detection System (ODS) Unit(14) Front Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners(15) Rear Safing Sensor(16) Side Impact Sensors (Second)(17) Side Curtain Airbags

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Your airbag system includes:

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).

Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.

Two side curtain airbags, one foreach side of the vehicle. Theairbags are stored in the ceiling,above the side windows. The frontand rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDECURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page

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Sensors that can detect whether achild is in the passenger’s sideairbag path and signal the controlunit to turn the airbag off (seepage ).

Two SRS (supplemental restraintsystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the frontpassenger’s airbag is stored in thedashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRSAIRBAG’’ (see page ).

Two side airbags, one for thedriver and one for a frontpassenger. The airbags are storedin the outer edges of the seat-backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDEAIRBAG’’ (see page ).

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you to a possibleproblem with your airbags,sensors, or seat belt tensioners(see page ).

Sensors that monitor the weighton the front passenger’s seat. Ifthe weight is about 65 lbs (29 kg)or less (the weight of an infant orsmall child), the passenger’s frontairbag will be turned off (see page

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A sophisticated electronic systemthat continually monitors andrecords information about thesensors, the control unit, theairbag activators, the seat belttensioners, and driver and frontpassenger seat belt use when theignition switch is in the ON (II)position.

Sensors that can detect whetherthe driver’s seat belt and a frontpassenger’s seat belt is latched orunlatched (see page ).

A driver’s seat position sensor thatmonitors the distance of the seatfrom the front airbag. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with less force (see page

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During a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.

Although both airbags normallyinflate within split second of eachother, it is possible for only oneairbag to deploy.

This can happen if the severity of acollision is at the margin, orthreshold, that determines whetheror not the airbags will deploy. Insuch cases, the seat belt will providesufficient protection, and thesupplemental protection offered bythe airbag would be minimal.

Only the driver’s airbag will deploy ifthere is no passenger in the frontseat, or if the advanced airbagsystem has turned the passenger’sairbag off (see page ).

If you ever have a moderate tosevere frontal collision, sensors willdetect the vehicle’s rapiddeceleration.

If the rate of deceleration is highenough, the control unit will instantlyinflate the driver’s and frontpassenger’s airbags, at the time andwith the force needed.

Emergency backup power in caseyour vehicle’s electrical system isdisconnected in a crash.

An indicator on the dashboard thatalerts you that the passenger’sfront airbag has been turned off(see page ).

An indicator on the instrumentpanel that alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenturned off (see page ).

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Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whethersensors detect the occupant iswearing a seat belt or not.

If the occupant’s belt is ,the airbag will deploy at a slightlylower threshold, because theoccupant would need extraprotection.

If the occupant’s belt is , theairbag will inflate at a slightly higherthreshold, when the airbag would beneeded to supplement the protectionprovided by the seat belt.

In a crash, one stage willignite first, then the second stagewill ignite a split second later. Thisprovides longer airbag inflation timewith a little less force.

In a crash, both stageswill ignite simultaneously to providethe quickest and greatest protection.

Your front airbags are dual-stageairbags. This means they have twoinflation stages that can be ignitedsequentially or simultaneously,depending on crash severity.

After a crash, you may see whatlooks like smoke. This is actuallypowder from the airbag’s surface.Although the powder is not harmful,people with respiratory problemsmay experience some temporarydiscomfort. If this occurs, get out ofthe vehicle as soon as it is safe to doso.

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see them lying in their laps.

After inflating, the front airbagsimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or operateother controls.

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The driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate with less force, regardless ofthe severity of the impact.

If there is a problem with the sensor,the SRS indicator will come on, andthe airbag will inflate in the normalmanner regardless of the driver’sseating position.

Your front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andchildren who ride in front.

For both advanced airbags to workproperly:

Occupants must sit upright andwear their seat belts properly.

Back-seat passengers should notput their feet under the front seats.

Failure to follow these instructionscould damage the sensors or preventthem from working properly.

The passenger’s advanced frontairbag system has weight sensorsunder the seat. Although Hondadoes not encourage carrying aninfant or small child in front, if thesensors detect the weight of aninfant or small child (up to about 65lbs or 29 kg), the system willautomatically turn the passenger’sfront airbag off.

Do not spill any liquids on orunder the seats, cover the sensors,or put any objects or metal itemsunder the front seats.

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PASSENGER’SSEAT WEIGHTSENSORS

DRIVER’SSEATPOSITIONSENSOR

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.

A rear passenger pushing orpulling on the back of the frontpassenger’s seat.

To ensure that the passenger’sadvanced front airbag system willwork properly,

This includes:

If the weight sensors detect there isno passenger in the front seat, theairbag will be off. However, thepassenger airbag off indicator willnot come on.

When the airbag is turned off, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator inthe center of the dashboard comeson (see page ).

Be aware that objects placed onthe passenger’s seat can alsocause the airbag to be turned off.

Moving the front seat or seat-backforcibly back against the foldedrear seat.

If your vehicle is equipped withthe floor mats, make sure the floormat behind the front passenger’sseat is hooked to the floor matanchor (see page ). If it is not,the mat may interfere with theproper operation of the sensorsand operation of the seat.

Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems in the seat-back pocket.

The rear seat-back interferingwith the reclined front passenger’sseat-back when the rear seat isfolded down.

If you ever have a moderate tosevere side impact, sensors willdetect rapid acceleration and signalthe control unit to instantly inflateeither the driver’s or the passenger’sside airbag and activate the seat belttensioner on the affected side.

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Only one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if thereis no passenger.

To get the best protection from theside airbags, front seat occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.

The side airbag may also shut off if ashort adult leans sideways, or alarger adult slouches and leanssideways into the airbag’sdeployment path.

Objects placed on the frontpassenger seat can also cause theside airbag to be shut off.

If the side airbag off indicator comeson (see page ), have thepassenger sit upright. Once thepassenger is out of the airbag’sdeployment path, the system willturn the airbag back on, and theindicator will go out.

There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpath and when the indicator comeson or goes off.

A front seat passenger should notuse a cushion or other object as abackrest. It may prevent the cutoffsystem from working properly.

Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoffsystem designed primarily to protecta child riding in the front passenger’sseat.

Although Honda does not encouragechildren to ride in front, if sensors inthe seat detect a child has leanedinto the side airbag’s deploymentpath, the airbag will shut off.

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If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the passenger’s side curtainairbag will inflate even if there are nooccupants on that side of the vehicle.

To get the best protection from theside curtain airbags, occupantsshould wear their seat belts and situpright and well back in their seats.

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problem

with your airbags or seat belttensioners.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, this indicatorcomes on briefly then goes off. Thistells you the system is workingproperly.

If the indicator comes on at anyother time, or does not come on at all,you should have the system checkedby your dealer. For example:

If the SRS indicator does not comeon after you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position.

If the indicator stays on after theengine starts.

If the indicator comes on orflashes on and off while you drive.

In a moderate to severe side impact,sensors will detect rapid accelerationand signal the control unit toinstantly inflate the side curtainairbag and activate the seat belttensioner on the driver’s or thepassenger’s side of the vehicle.

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This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s side airbag has beenautomatically shut off. It doesmean there is a problem with yourside airbags.

If you see any of these indications,the airbags and seat belt tensionersmay not work properly when youneed them.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the indicatorshould come on briefly and then gooff (see page ). If it doesn’t comeon, stays on, or comes on whiledriving without a passenger in thefront seat, have the system checked.

This indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect about 65 lbs (29 kg) or less(the weight of an infant or smallchild) on the front passenger’s seat.It does there is a problemwith the airbag.

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Ignoring the SRS indicator canresult in serious injury or deathif the airbag systems ortensioners do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by adealer as soon as possible ifthe SRS indicator alerts you toa possible problem.

Be aware that objects placed on thefront seat can cause the indicator tocome on.

If no weight is detected on the frontseat, the airbag will be automaticallyshut off. However, the indicator willnot come on.

The passenger airbag off indicatormay come on and off repeatedly ifthe total weight on the seat is nearthe airbag cutoff threshold.

If an adult or teenage passenger isriding in front, move the seat as farto the rear as possible, and have thepassenger sit upright and wear theseat belt properly.

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.

Your airbag systems are virtuallymaintenance free, and there are noparts you can safely service.However, you must have yourvehicle serviced if:

Any airbagthat has deployed must bereplaced along with the controlunit and other related parts. Anyseat belt tensioner that activatesmust also be replaced.

Do not try to remove or replaceany airbag by yourself. This mustbe done by an authorized dealer ora knowledgeable body shop.

If the indicator comes on with nofront seat passenger and no objectson the seat, or with an adult ridingthere, something may be interferingwith the weight sensors. Look forand remove:

Any items under the frontpassenger’s seat.

Any object hanging on the seat orin the seat-back pocket.

Any object, such as a folded-downback seat, that is touching the rearof the seat-back.

If no obstructions are found, haveyour vehicle checked by a dealer assoon as possible.


The SRS indicator alerts you to aproblem.

An airbag ever inflates.

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If water oranother liquid soaks into the seat-back, it can prevent the side airbagcutoff system from workingproperly.

Improperly replacingor covering front seat-back coverscan prevent your side airbags frominflating during a side impact.

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.

Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.

This could make thedriver’s seat position sensor or thefront passenger’s weight sensorsineffective. If it is necessary toremove or modify a front seat toaccommodate a person withdisabilities, first contact HondaAutomobile Customer Service at(800) 999-1009.

Even if yourairbags do not inflate, your dealershould inspect the driver’s seatposition sensor and the frontpassenger’s weight sensors tomake sure they are operatingproperly.


Do not expose the front passenger’sseat-back to liquid.

Do not cover or replace front seat-back covers without consultingyour dealer.

Do not attempt to deactivate yourairbags.

Do not tamper with airbagcomponents or wiring for anyreason.

Do not remove or modify a frontseat without consulting yourdealer.

If your vehicle has a moderate tosevere impact.

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Children depend on adults to protectthem. However, despite their bestintentions, many adults do not knowhow to protect childpassengers.

If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,then presents special information forinfants, small children, and largerchildren.

Each year, many children are injuredor killed in vehicle crashes becausethey are either unrestrained or notproperly restrained. In fact, vehicleaccidents are the number one causeof the death of children ages 12 andunder.

To reduce the number of childdeaths and injuries, every state andCanadian province requires thatinfants and children be properlyrestrained when they ride in avehicle.

(see pages ).(see pages ).

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Infants and small children must berestrained in an approved child seatthat is properly secured to thevehicle

Larger children must be restrainedwith a lap/shoulder belt and ride ona booster seat until the seat belt f itsthem properly

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Children who are unrestrainedor improperly restrained can beseriously injured or killed in acrash.

Any child too small for a seatbelt should be properlyrestrained in a child seat. Alarger child should be properlyrestrained with a seat belt anduse a booster seat if necessary.

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Whenever possible,larger children should sit in the backseat, on a booster seat if needed, andbe properly restrained with a seatbelt (see page for importantinformation about protecting largerchildren).

Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarge, and it can inflate with enoughforce to cause very serious injuries.

If the vehicle seat istoo far forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating front airbag can strike thechild with enough force to kill orvery seriously injure a small child.Even though your vehicle has an

advanced front airbag system thatautomatically turns the passenger’sfront airbag off (see page ),please follow these guidelines:

Ifthe airbag inflates, it can hit the backof the child seat with enough forceto kill or very seriously injure aninfant.

According to accident statistics,children of all ages and sizes aresafer when they are restrained in aback seat. The National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration andTransport Canada recommend thatall children age 12 and under beproperly restrained in a back seat.Some states have laws restrictingwhere children may ride.

Children who ride in back are lesslikely to be injured by strikinginterior vehicle parts during acollision or hard braking. Also,children cannot be injured by aninflating front airbag when they ridein the back.

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Children who have outgrown childseats are also at risk of being injuredor killed by an inflating passenger’sfront airbag.

Placing a forward-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s front airbag canbe hazardous.

Small Children

Larger Children

InfantsNever put a rear-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s front airbag.

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To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarning labels on the dashboard(U.S. models) and on the front visors.Please read and follow theinstructions on these labels.

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Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresattention.

Placing a child in the front seatexposes the child to hazards in afrontal collision, and paying closeattention to a child distracts thedriver from the important tasks ofdriving, placing both of you at risk.

Your vehicle has a back seat wherechildren can be properly restrained.If you ever have to carry a group ofchildren, and a child must ride infront:

Place the largest child in the frontseat, provided the child is largeenough to wear the lap/shoulderbelt properly (see page ).

Move the vehicle seat as far to therear as possible (see page ).

Have the child sit upright and wellback in the seat (see page ).

Make sure the seat belt is properlypositioned and secured (see page

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If you are not wearing aseat belt in a crash, you could bethrown forward and crush thechild against the dashboard or aseat-back. If you are wearing aseat belt, the child can be tornfrom your arms and be seriouslyhurt or killed.

During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.


If a child requires close physicalattention or frequent visual contact,we strongly recommend that anotheradult ride with the child in the backseat. The back seat is far safer for achild than the front.

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Children who play in vehicles canaccidentally get trapped inside.Teach your children not to play inor around vehicles. Know how tooperate the emergency trunkopener and decide if your childrenshould be shown how to use thisfeature (see page ).

Even very youngchildren learn how to unlockvehicle doors, turn on the ignitionswitch, and open the trunk, whichcan lead to accidental injury ordeath.

For example, infants and smallchildren left in a vehicle on a hotday can die from heatstroke. Achild left alone with the key in theignition switch can accidentally setthe vehicle in motion, possiblyinjuring themselves or others.

Leaving children withoutadult supervision is illegal in moststates and Canadian provinces,and can be very hazardous.

If a child wraps a looseseat belt around their neck, theycan be seriously or fatally injured.(See pages and for how toactivate and deactivate thelockable retractor.)

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Lock both doors and the trunkwhen your vehicle is not in use.

Keep vehicle keys/remotetransmitters out of the reach ofchildren.

Do not leave children alone in avehicle.

Make sure any unused seat beltthat a child can reach is buckled,the lockable retractor is activated,and the belt is fully retracted andlocked.

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An infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor the seat, and the child is at leastone year old.

Only a rear-facing child seat providesproper support for a baby’s head,neck, and back.

Two types of seats may be used: aseat designed exclusively for infants,or a convertible seat used in the rear-facing, reclining mode.

If placedfacing forward, an infant could bevery seriously injured during afrontal collision.

A rear-facing child seat can be placedin any seating position in the backseat, but not in the front.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates, it can hit the back of thechild seat with enough force to kill orseriously injure an infant.

When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent thedriver or a front passenger frommoving their seat as far back asrecommended, or from locking theirseat-back in the desired position.

It can also interfere with properoperation of the passenger’sadvanced front airbag system.

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Do not put a rear-facing child seat ina forward-facing position.

Rear-facing Child Seat Placement

Never put arear-facing child seat in the frontseat.

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Of the different seats available, werecommend those that have a five-point harness system as shown.

In any of these situations, westrongly recommend that you installthe child seat directly behind thefront passenger’s seat, move the seatas far forward as needed, and leave itunoccupied. Or, you may wish to geta smaller rear-facing child seat.

A child who is at least one year old,and who fits within the child seatmaker’s weight and height limits,should be restrained in a forward-facing, upright child seat. Even with advanced front airbags

that automatically turn thepassenger’s front airbag off (seepage ), a back seat is the safestplace for a small child.

If the vehicle seat is toofar forward, or the child’s head isthrown forward during a collision, aninflating airbag can strike the childwith enough force to cause veryserious or fatal injuries.

We strongly recommend placing aforward-facing child seat in a backseat, not the front.

We also recommend that a smallchild use the child seat until the childreaches the weight or height limitfor the seat.

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Placing a forward-facing child seat inthe front seat of a vehicle equippedwith a passenger’s airbag can behazardous.

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Placing a rear-facing child seatin the front seat can result inserious injury or death during acollision.

Always place a rear-facing childseat in the back seat, not thefront.

In seating positions and vehicles notequipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible child seat can be installedusing a seat belt.

Whatever type of seat you choose, toprovide proper protection, a childseat should meet threerequirements:

Look for FMVSS213 or CMVSS 213 on the box.

Rear-facing for infants, forward-facing for small children.

If it is necessary to put a forward-facing child seat in the front, movethe vehicle seat as far to the rear aspossible, and be sure the child seat isfirmly secured to the vehicle and thechild is properly strapped in the seat.

Since LATCH-compatible child seatsare easier to install and reduce thepossibility of improper installation,we recommend selecting this style.

Conventional child seats must besecured to a vehicle with a seat belt,whereas LATCH-compatible seatsare secured by attaching the seat tohardware built into the two outerseating positions in the back seat.

When buying a child seat, you needto choose either a conventional childseat, or one designed for use withthe lower anchors and tethers forchildren (LATCH) system.

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The child seat should meet U.S. orCanadian Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard 213.

The child seat should be of theproper type and size to fit the child.

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Placing a forward-facing childseat in the front seat can resultin serious injury or death if thefront airbag inflates.

If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, movethe vehicle seat as far back aspossible, and properly restrainthe child.

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:

All child seats must besecured to the vehicle with the lappart of a lap/shoulder belt or withthe LATCH (lower anchors andtethers for children) system. Achild whose seat is not properlysecured to the vehicle can beendangered in a crash.

After installing a childseat, push and pull the seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure.

A child seat secured with a seat beltshould be installed as firmly aspossible. However, it does not needto be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side

movement can be expected andshould not reduce the child seat’seffectiveness.

If the child seat is not secure, tryinstalling it in a different seatingposition, or use a different style ofchild seat that can be firmly secured.

Make sure the child is properlystrapped in the child seataccording to the child seat maker’sinstructions. A child who is notproperly secured in a child seatcan be seriously injured in a crash.

The following pages provideguidelines on how to properly installa child seat. A forward-facing childseat is used in all examples, but theinstructions are the same for rear-facing child seats.

Before purchasing a conventionalchild seat, or using a previouslypurchased one, we recommend thatyou test the seat in the specificvehicle seating position or positionswhere the seat will be used.

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Properly secure the child seat tothe vehicle.

Make sure the child seat is firmlysecured.

Secure the child in the child seat.

The child seat should fit thevehicle seating position (orpositions) where it will be used.

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Place the child seat on the vehicleseat, then attach the seat to thelower anchors according to thechild seat maker’s instructions.

Your vehicle is equipped withLATCH (lower anchors and tethersfor children) at the outer rear seats.

Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.

Move the seat belt buckle ortongue away from the loweranchors.

To install a LATCH-compatible childseat:

Some LATCH-compatible seatshave a rigid-type connector asshown above.

The lower anchors are locatedbetween the seat-back and seatbottom, and are to be used only witha child seat designed for use withLATCH.

The location of each lower anchor isindicated by a small button above theanchor point.

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Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.

Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type connector asshown above.

Adjust the head restraint to itslowest position. Route the tetherstrap over the head restraint,making sure the strap is nottwisted.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure.

Attach the tether strap hook to thetether anchor, then tighten thestrap as instructed by the childseat maker.

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To activate the lockable retractor,slowly pull the shoulder part of thebelt all the way out until it stops,then let the belt feed back into theretractor.

After the belt has retracted, tug onit. If the belt is locked, you will notbe able to pull it out. If you can pullthe belt out, it is not locked, andyou will need to repeat these steps.

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.

With the child seat in the desiredseating position, route the beltthrough the child seat accordingto the seat maker’s instructions,then insert the latch plate into thebuckle.

In addition, the lap/shoulder belts inall seating positions except thedriver’s have a lockable retractorthat must be activated to secure achild seat.

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After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the belt. Remember, ifthe lap part of the belt is not tight,the child seat will not be secure.

Push and pull the child seatforward and from side-to-side toverify that it is secure enough tostay upright during normal drivingmaneuvers. If the child seat is notsecure, unlatch the belt, allow it toretract fully, then repeat thesesteps.

To remove slack, it may help toput weight on the child seat, orpush on the back of the seat whilepulling up on the belt.

To deactivate the lockable retractorand remove a child seat, unlatch thebuckle, unroute the seat belt, and letthe belt fully retract.

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A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat, using one of theanchorage points shown above.

Since a tether can provide additionalsecurity to the lap/shoulder beltinstallation, we recommend using atether whenever one is required oravailable.

After properly securing the childseat (see page ), adjust thehead restraint to its lowestposition, then route the tetherstrap over the head restraint.

Tighten the strap according to theseat maker’s instructions.

Lift the anchor cover, then attachthe tether strap hook to theanchor, making sure the strap isnot twisted.

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When a child reaches therecommended weight or height limitfor a forward-facing child seat, thechild should sit in a back seat on abooster seat and wear a lap/shoulderbelt.

The following pages giveinstructions on how to check properseat belt fit, what kind of boosterseat to use if one is needed, andimportant precautions for a childwho must sit in front.

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:

Does the child sit all the way backagainst the seat?

Do the child’s knees bendcomfortably over the edge of theseat?

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Allowing a child age 12 or underto sit in front can result in injuryor death if the passenger’s frontairbag inflates.

If a child must ride in front,move the vehicle seat as farback as possible, use a boosterseat if needed, have the childsit up properly and wear theseat belt properly.

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?

Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?

Will the child be able to stayseated like this for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all thesequestions, the child is ready to wearthe lap/shoulder belt correctly. Ifyou answer no to any question, thechild needs to ride on a booster seat. A child who has outgrown a forward-

facing child seat should ride in aback seat and use a booster seatuntil the lap/shoulder belt fits themproperly without the booster.

Some states and Canadian provincesalso require children to use a boosterseat until they reach a given age orweight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Besure to check current laws in thestates or provinces where you intendto drive.

Booster seats can be high-back orlow-back. Whichever style you select,make sure the booster seat meetsfederal safety standards (see page

) and that you follow the boosterseat maker’s instructions.

If a child who uses a booster seatmust ride in front, move the vehicleseat as far back as possible, and besure the child is wearing the seatbelt properly.

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A child may continue using a boosterseat until the tops of their ears areeven with the top of the vehicle’s orbooster’s seat-back. A child of thisheight should be tall enough to usethe lap/shoulder belt without abooster seat.

If the passenger’s front airbaginflates in a moderate to severefrontal collision, the airbag can causeserious injuries to a child who isunrestrained, improperly restrained,sitting too close to the airbag, or outof position.

A side airbag also poses risks. If anypart of a larger child’s body is in thepath of a deploying side airbag, thechild could receive possibly seriousinjuries.

Of course, children vary widely. Andwhile age may be one indicator ofwhen a child can safely ride in front,there are other important factors youshould consider.

To safely ride in front, a child mustbe able to follow the rules, includingsitting properly, and wearing the seatbelt properly throughout a ride.

Physically, a child must be largeenough for the lap/shoulder belt toproperly fit (see pages and ). Ifthe seat belt does not fit properly,with or without the child sitting on abooster seat, the child should not sitin front.

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that all childrenage 12 and under be properlyrestrained in the back seat.

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If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:

Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instructions and all safetyinformation.

Move the vehicle seat to the rear-most position.

Have the child sit up straight, backagainst the seat, and feet on ornear the floor.

Check that the child’s seat belt isproperly and securely positioned.

Supervise the child. Even maturechildren sometimes need to bereminded to fasten the seat beltsor sit properly.

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.

This couldcause very serious injuries duringa crash. It also increases thechance that the child will slideunder the belt in a crash and beinjured.


Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can make the belt lesseffective and increase the chanceof serious injury in a crash.

Additional Safety PrecautionsDo not let a child wear a seat beltacross the neck.

Do not let a child put the shoulderpart of a seat belt behind the backor under the arm.

Two children should never use thesame seat belt.

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Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly andfollow the information on this page.

High levels of carbon monoxide cancollect rapidly in enclosed areas,such as a garage. Do not run theengine with the garage door closed.Even with the door open, run theengine only long enough to move thevehicle out of the garage.

With the trunk open, airflow can pullexhaust gas into your vehicle’sinterior and create a hazardouscondition. If you must drive with thetrunk open, open all the windows andset the heating and cooling systemas shown below.

If you must sit in your parked vehiclewith the engine running, even in anunconfined area, adjust the heatingand cooling system as follows:

Select the fresh air mode.Select the mode.Turn the fan on high speed.Set the temperature control to acomfortable setting.

Have the exhaust system inspectedfor leaks whenever:

The vehicle is raised for an oilchange.

You notice a change in the soundof the exhaust.

The vehicle was in an accidentthat may have damaged theunderside.

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Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.Breathing it can causeunconsciousness and even killyou.

Avoid any enclosed areas oractivities that expose you tocarbon monoxide.

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These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hardto read (except for the U.S.dashboard label which may beremoved by the owner), contact yourdealer for a replacement.

U.S. modelsU.S. models only

Canadian models

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RADIATOR CAP

SUN VISORDASHBOARD

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Canadian models

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Safety Labels

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HOOD DOORJAMBS

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are within easy reach.

...........................Control Locations . 54............................Instrument Panel . 55

..........Instrument Panel Indicators . 57.............................................Gauges . 64

..............Display Change Button . 65.....................................Odometer . 65...................................Trip Meter . 65

Outside Temperature...................................Indicator . 66..................................Fuel Gauge . 67

...................Temperature Gauge . 67..........Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 67

..................Maintenance Minder . 68Controls Near the Steering

...........................................Wheel . 69.Windshield Wipers and Washers . 70

...........Turn Signal and Headlights . 71........Instrument Panel Brightness . 72

.................Hazard Warning Button . 73

.................Rear Window Defogger . 73........Steering Wheel Adjustments . 74

...............................Keys and Locks . 75........................Immobilizer System . 76

................................Ignition Switch . 77......................................Door Locks . 78

......................Power Door Locks . 79

.Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 79.......................Remote Transmitter . 86

................................................Trunk . 89........Emergency Trunk Opener . 90

.................................................Seats . 91..............................Power Windows . 97

.........................................Moonroof . 99...........................................Mirrors . 101

...............................Parking Brake . 102.........Interior Convenience Items . 103

.....................Beverage Holders . 104.............Console Compartment . 104

..................................Glove Box . 104

..................................Coat Hook . 105........Accessory Power Sockets . 105

............................Vanity Mirror . 106...................................Sun Visor . 106

...............................Interior Lights . 107..............................Ceiling Light . 107

...................................Spotlights . 107..........................Courtesy Light . 108

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Control Locations

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A/T model is shown.

POWER WINDOWSWITCHES

MOONROOF SWITCH

POWER DOOR LOCKMASTER SWITCH

INSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS

CLOCK

AUDIO SYSTEM(P. 115)

(P. 110)

MIRROR CONTROLS

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSHOOD RELEASEHANDLE(P. 182)

FUEL FILL DOOR/TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

HAZARD WARNING BUTTON

(P. 98)

HEATING/COOLINGCONTROLS

(P. 173)

(P. 57)GAUGES(P. 64)

(P. 101)

(P. 79)

(P. 97)

(P. 181, 89)(P. 105)

(P. 73)

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IMMOBILIZER SYSTEMINDICATOR

LOW OIL PRESSUREINDICATOR

(P. 57)

DAYTIMERUNNINGLIGHTSINDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROLINDICATOR

LOW FUELINDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTALRESTRAINT SYSTEMINDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDERINDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKESYSTEM INDICATOR

CRUISE MAININDICATOR

MALFUNCTION INDICATORLAMP

LIGHTS ONINDICATOR

HIGH BEAMINDICATOR

SIDE AIRBAGOFF INDICATOR

TRUNK-OPENINDICATOR

DOOR-OPENINDICATOR

(P. 59)

CHARGING SYSTEMINDICATOR

(P. 59)

(P. 58)

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P. 58)PARKING BRAKE ANDBRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR(P. 58)

(P. 62)

(P. 62)

(P. 62)

(P. 57, 265)

(P. 57, 265)

(P. 57, 266)(P. 60, 211) (P. 62)

(P. 62)

(P. 63)

(P. 63)

(P. 63)

(P. 62)

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Instrument Panel

Si

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LOW FUELINDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P. 60)

REV LIMIT INDICATOR

(P. 59)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEMINDICATOR (P. 58)

MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR

(P. 61)

(P. 61)

(P. 57, 265)

(P. 61)

(P. 63)

(P. 60, 211)

(P. 62)

DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR(P. 62)

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEMINDICATOR (P. 59)

SEAT BELT REMINDERINDICATOR (P. 57)

TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR

(P. 57, 266)MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

CHARGING SYSTEMINDICATOR (P. 57, 265)

LOW OIL PRESSUREINDICATOR

ELECTRIC POWER STEERING(EPS) INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROLINDICATOR (P. 62)

VSA ACTIVATIONINDICATOR

DAYTIME RUNNINGLIGHTS INDICATOR

SIDE AIRBAG OFFINDICATOR (P. 58)

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P. 63)

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR(P. 63)

(P. 62)

CRUISE MAININDICATOR

SUPPLEMENTALRESTRAINT SYSTEMINDICATOR (P. 58) (P. 62)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR(P. 62)

VEHICLE STABILITYASSIST (VSA) SYSTEMINDICATOR

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. If this indicator comes on when the

engine is running, the battery is notbeing charged. For more information,see page .

The engine can be severely damagedif this indicator flashes or stays onwhen the engine is running. Formore information, see page .

See page .

If your front passenger does notfasten their seat belt, the indicatorcomes on about 6 seconds after theignition switch is turned to the ON(II) position.

If either of you do not fasten yourseat belt while driving, the beeperwill sound and the indicator will flashagain at regular intervals. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator reminds you and yourpassengers to fasten your seat belts.

If you turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position before fasteningyour seat belt, the beeper soundsand the indicator flashes. If you donot fasten your seat belt before thebeeper stops, the indicator stopsflashing but remains on.

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Charging SystemIndicator

Low Oil PressureIndicator

Seat Belt ReminderIndicator

Malfunction IndicatorLamp

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This indicator has two functions:

It comes on when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. It is a reminder to checkthe parking brake. A beepersounds if you drive with theparking brake not fully released.Driving with the parking brake notfully released can damage thebrakes and tires.

If it stays on after you have fullyreleased the parking brake whilethe engine is running, or if itcomes on while driving, therecould be a problem with the brakesystem. For more information, seepage .

This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position. If it comes on atany other time, it indicates apotential problem with your frontairbags. This indicator will also alertyou to a potential problem with yourside airbags, passenger’s side airbagautomatic cutoff system, side curtainairbags, automatic seat belttensioners, driver’s seat positionsensor, or the front passenger’sweight sensors. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. If it comes on at anyother time, it indicates that thepassenger’s side airbag hasautomatically shut off. For moreinformation, see page .

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This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on at any othertime, there is a problem with theABS. If this happens, have yourvehicle checked at a dealer. Withthis indicator on, your vehicle stillhas normal braking ability but noanti-lock function. For moreinformation, see page .

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If an indicator does not blinkor blinks rapidly, it usually meansone of the turn signal bulbs isburned out (see page ). Replacethe bulb as soon as possible, sinceother drivers cannot see that you aresignaling.

When you press the hazard warningbutton, both turn signal indicatorsand all turn signals on the outside ofthe vehicle flash.

This indicator comes on briefly whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position. It will then go off ifyou have inserted a properly-codedignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink,and the engine’s fuel system will bedisabled (see page ).

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Anti-lock Brake System(ABS) Indicator

Turn Signal and Hazard WarningIndicators

Immobilizer SystemIndicator

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If you turn the steering wheel to thefull left or right position repeatedlywhile stopping or driving at very lowspeed, you may feel slightly hardersteering due to overheating of thesteering gear box.

Continuously driving under thoseconditions could damage the powersteering system.

This indicator normally comes onwhen you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position and goes offafter the engine starts. If it comes onat any other time, there is a problemin the electric power steering system.If this happens, stop the vehicle in asafe place, and turn off the engine.Reset the system by restarting theengine. The indicator will not turnoff immediately. If it does not go offafter driving a short distance, orcomes back on again while driving,take the vehicle to your dealer tohave it checked. With the indicatoron, the EPS may be off, making thevehicle harder to steer.

This indicator reminds you that it istime to take your vehicle in forscheduled maintenance. Themaintenance main items and subitems will be displayed in theinformation display. See page formore information on themaintenance minder.

This indicator goes off when yourdealer resets it after completing therequired maintenance service.

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Electric Power Steering(EPS) Indicator

Maintenance MinderIndicator

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This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.

If it comes on and stays on at anyother time, or if it does not come onwhen you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, there is aproblem with the VSA system. Takeyour vehicle to a dealer to have itchecked. Without VSA, your vehiclestill has normal driving ability, butwill not have VSA traction andstability enhancement. See page

for more information on theVSA system.

This indicator shows you when theengine speed is near the tachometer’sred zone. When the engine speedgets to near the red zone, theindicator blinks. If you exceed themaximum speed for the gear you arein, the indicator stays on, and youmay feel the engine cut in and outdue to the engine speed limiter (seepage ).

To protect the engine from damage,never drive with the tachometer inits red zone.

This indicator has three functions:

It flashes when VSA is active (seepage ).

It comes on as a reminder that youhave turned off the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.

It comes on along with the VSAsystem indicator if there is aproblem with the VSA system.

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. See page for moreinformation on the VSA system.

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REV LIMIT INDICATOR

If this indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position and release the parkingbrake, it means there is a problemwith the DRL. There may also be aproblem with the high beamheadlights. Have your vehiclechecked by your dealer.

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .

This indicator also comes on withreduced brightness when thedaytime running lights (DRL) are on(see page ).

This indicator comes on when thewasher fluid level is low. Add washerfluid when you see this indicator(see page ).

This indicator comes on when youset the cruise control. See page

for information on operating thecruise control.

This indicator comes on when youturn on the cruise control system bypressing the CRUISE button (seepage ).

This indicator comes on if eitherdoor is not closed tightly.

This indicator comes on if the trunklid is not closed tightly.

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If equipped

If equipped

‘‘Daytime RunningLights’’ Indicator

Cruise Main Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Washer Level Indicator

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This indicator is located in the fuelgauge. It comes on as a reminderthat you must refuel soon.

This indicator reminds you that theexterior lights are on. It comes onwhen the light switch is in either the

or position. If you turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or LOCK (0) position withoutturning off the light switch, thisindicator will stay on. A reminderbeeper will also sound when youopen the driver’s door.

This indicator comes on when thesecurity system is set. See page

for more information on thesecurity system. When the indicator comes on, there

is about 1.9 US gal (7.5 ) of fuelremaining in the tank before thereading reaches E. There is a smallreserve of fuel remaining in the tankwhen the reading does reach E.

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LOW FUEL INDICATOR


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To switch the information displaybetween the odometer, trip meter,and outside temperature (ifequipped), and engine oil life andmaintenance service items, press theSEL/RESET button repeatedly.

Gauges

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SPEEDOMETER

TRIP METER

INFORMATIONDISPLAY

FUELGAUGE

TACHOMETER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

U.S. model with A/T is shown.

SEL/RESET BUTTON

ODOMETER/OUTSIDETEMPERATURE INDICATOR

Press and hold the display changebutton until you hear a beep. Thespeedometer, trip meter, andodometer readings switch betweenmiles per hour (mph) and kilometersper hour (km/h).

This meter shows the number ofmiles or kilometers driven since youlast reset it.

There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Trip B. Switch between thesedisplays by pressing the SEL/RESET button repeatedly. Each tripmeter works independently, so youcan keep track of two differentdistances.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, what you lastselected is displayed.

To reset a trip meter, display it, andthen press and hold the SEL/RESETbutton until the number resets to‘‘0.0.’’

This shows the total distance yourvehicle has been driven. It measuresmiles or kilometers.It is illegal under U.S. federal law andCanadian provincial regulations todisconnect, reset, or alter theodometer with the intent to changethe number of miles or kilometersindicated.

The odometer and the outsidetemperature indicator (if equipped)use the same display. To switch thedisplay between them, press theSEL/RESET button repeatedly.When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, your lastselection is displayed.

Display Change Button Odometer Trip Meter

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DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON

± ±

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If the outside temperature isincorrectly displayed, you can adjustit 5°F in U.S. models ( 3°C inCanadian models) warmer or cooler.

NOTE: The temperature must bestabilized before doing thisprocedure.

Select the outside temperaturedisplay, then press the SEL/RESETbutton for 10 seconds. The followingsequence will appear for 1 secondeach: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 4, 3, 2,

1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 3, 2,1, 0 (Canada).

When it reaches the desired value,release the SEL/RESET button. Youshould see the new outsidetemperature displayed.

This indicator displays the outsidetemperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.models) or Centigrade (Canadianmodels). To see the outsidetemperature, press and release theSEL/RESET button until thetemperature is shown on theinformation display.

The temperature sensor is in thefront bumper. Therefore, thetemperature reading can be affectedby heat reflection from the roadsurface, engine heat, and theexhaust from surrounding traffic.This can cause an incorrecttemperature reading when yourspeed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

The sensor delays the display updateuntil it reaches the correct outsidetemperature. This may take severalminutes.

In certain weather conditions,temperature readings near freezing(32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice isforming on the road surface.

If equippedOutside Temperature Indicator

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This shows how much fuel you have.It may show slightly more or lessthan the actual amount.

This shows the temperature of the

operation, the reading should rise to

severe driving conditions, such asvery hot weather or a long period ofuphill driving, the reading may riseinto the upper half of the gauge. If itreaches the red (Hot) mark, pullsafely to the side of the road. Seepage for instructions andprecautions on checking the enginecooling system.

Your vehicle’s on board diagnosticsystem will detect a loose or missingfuel fill cap as an evaporative systemleak. The first time a leak is detecteda ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ messageappears on the information display.Turn the engine off, and confirm thefuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosenit, then retighten it until it clicks atleast once. The message should gooff after several days of normaldriving once you tighten or replacethe fuel fill cap. To scroll to anotherdisplay, press the SEL/RESETbutton. The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’message will appear each time yourestart the engine until the systemturns the message off.

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Avoid driving with an extremely lowf uel level. Running out of f uel couldcause the engine to misf ire, damagingthe catalytic converter.

about the middle of the gauge. In

engine coolant. During normal

The information display in theinstrument panel shows you theengine oil life and maintenanceservice items when the ignitionswitch is in the ON (II) position. Thisinformation helps to keep you awareof the periodic maintenance yourvehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. Refer to page formore information.

If the system still detects a leak inyour vehicle’s evaporative emissionssystem, the malfunction indicatorlamp (MIL) comes on. If the fuel fillcap was not already tightened, turnthe engine off, and check orretighten the fuel fill cap until itclicks at least once. The MIL shouldgo off after several days of normaldriving once the cap is tightened orreplaced. If the MIL does not go off,have your vehicle inspected by adealer. For more information, seepage .266

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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.If equipped.

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REAR WINDOWDEFOGGER

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

PASSENGER’S AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR

ACCESSORY POWERSOCKET

MIRROR CONTROLS

(P. 29)

(P. 115)


INSTRUMENT PANELBRIGHTNESS

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS

HORN

(P. 170)

HEATED MIRRORS

AUDIO SYSTEM

Vehicle without navigation system is shown.

(P. 72)

(P. 71) (P. 70)

(P. 73)

(P. 102)

(P. 73)

(P. 105)

(P. 101)

TILT/TELESCOPICADJUSTMENT

REMOTEAUDIOCONTROLS

CRUISECONTROLBUTTONS(P. 175)

(P. 74)

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Push the right lever up or down toselect a position.

MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washers

The wipers run at highspeed until you release the lever.

The wipers are not activated.

The wipers operate everyfew seconds. In low speed and highspeed, the wipers run continuously.

The wipers run at high speed.

The wipers run at low speed.

The length of the wiper interval isvaried automatically according to thevehicle’s speed.

Vary the delay by turning the INTTIME ring. If you turn it to theshortest delay, the wipers change tolow speed when the vehicle speedexceeds 12 mph (20km/h).

Pull thewiper control lever toward you, andhold it. The washers spray until yourelease the lever. The wipers run atlow speed, then complete one moresweep after you release the lever.

1.2.3.4.5.6.

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MIST

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HI

LO

Windshield Washer

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－Push down on thelever to signal a left turn and up tosignal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever,and hold it. The lever will return tocenter when you release it orcomplete a turn.

Turning theswitch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turnson the parking lights, taillights,instrument panel lights, side-markerlights, and rear license plate lights.

Push the leverforward until you hear a click. Thehigh beam indicator will come on(see page ). Pull the lever back toreturn to the low beams.

To flash the high beams, pull thelever back lightly, then release it.The high beams will stay on as longas you hold the lever back.

Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’position turns on the headlights. Ifyou leave the lights on with the keyremoved from the ignition switch,you will hear a reminder beeperwhen you open the driver’s door.

When the light switch is in the‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, thelights on indicator comes on as areminder.

Turn signalOffParking and indicator lightsHeadlights onHigh beamsFlash high beams

1.2.3.4.5.6.

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With the headlight switch off or inthe position, the high beamheadlights and the high beamindicator come on with reducedbrightness when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position and release the parkingbrake. They remain on until you turnthe ignition switch off, even if youset the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normaloperation when you turn them onwith the switch. The buttons under the left side vent

control the brightness of theinstrument panel. Push the orbutton to adjust the brightness.

Separate adjustments can be madewhen the headlights are on and off.

There are six brightness levels.When you push either button, theinformation display indicates thecurrent level. You will hear a tone

when you reach the maximum orminimum brightness. The displayreturns to the odometer 5 secondsafter you stop adjusting thebrightness.

To reduce glare at night, theinstrument panel illumination dimswhen you turn the light switch to the

or position.

The center of each meter (upper andlower) illuminates with reducedbrightness when you unlock andopen the driver’s door, and then goesback to the selected brightness whenyou turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position.

If you insert the key but do not turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position, the illumination turns off inabout 10 seconds.

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CONTROL BUTTONS

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.

The rear window defogger will clearfog, frost, and thin ice from thewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The indicator inthe button comes on to show thedefogger is on. If you do not turn itoff, the defogger will shut itself offafter about 15 minutes. It also shutsoff when you turn off the ignitionswitch. You have to turn thedefogger on again when you restartthe vehicle.

Pushing this button also turns themirror heaters on or off. For moreinformation, see page .

The defogger and antenna wires onthe inside of the rear window can beaccidentally damaged. Whencleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

Push the button to turn on thehazard warning lights (four-wayflashers). This causes all fouroutside turn signals and both turnindicators in the instrument panel toflash. Use the hazard warning lightsif you need to park in a dangerousarea near heavy traffic, or if yourvehicle is disabled.

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Rear Window DefoggerHazard Warning Button

Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Defogger

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Canadian LX, EX, Si

Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.

Push the lever up to lock thesteering wheel in position.

Make sure you have securelylocked the steering wheel in placeby trying to move it up, down, in,and out.

Make any steering wheeladjustments before you start driving.

Move the steering wheel up ordown, and in or out, so it pointstoward your chest, not towardyour face. Make sure you can seethe instrument panel gauges andindicators.

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Adjusting the steering wheelposition while driving maycause you to lose control of thevehicle and be seriously injuredin a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel onlywhen the vehicle is stopped.

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The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle. The valet key worksonly in the ignition and the driver’sdoor lock . You can keep the trunkand trunk release handle lockedwhen you leave your vehicle and thevalet key at a parking facility.

On DX model (except CanadianDX-G), the passenger’s door canalso be locked or unlocked withthe key.

You should have received a keynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved key blanks.

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MASTER KEY WITHREMOTE TRANSMITTER

MASTER KEY WITHREMOTE TRANSMITTER

KEY NUMBERTAG

U.S. EX and Si models

KEY NUMBERTAG

VALET KEY(Gray)

VALET KEY(Gray)

KEY NUMBERTAG

VALET KEY(Gray)

MASTER KEYS (Black)

DX model (except Canadian DX-G)

All LX models and Canadian DX-G, EX,and Si models

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it. Electricalproblems could result that may makeyour vehicle undrivable.

If you have lost your key and cannotstart your engine, contact yourdealer.

The system may not recognize yourkey’s coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object (i.e. keyfob) is near the ignition switch whenyou insert the key.

When you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, the immobilizersystem indicator should come onbriefly, then go off. If the indicatorstarts to blink, it means the systemdoes not recognize the coding of thekey. Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position, remove the key,reinsert it, and turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position again.

The immobilizer system protectsyour vehicle from theft. If animproperly-coded key (or otherdevice) is used, the engine’s fuelsystem is disabled.

These keys contain electroniccircuits that are activated by theimmobilizer system. They will notwork to start the engine if thecircuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from directsunlight, high temperature, andhigh humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavyobjects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids.If they get wet, dry themimmediately with a soft cloth.

The keys do not contain batteries.Do not try to take them apart.

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If the front wheels are turned, theanti-theft lock may make it difficultto turn the key. Firmly turn thesteering wheel to the left or right asyou turn the key.

You canoperate the audio system and theaccessory power sockets in thisposition.

This is the normal keyposition when driving. Several of theindicators on the instrument panelcome on as a test when you turn theignition switch from theACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II)position.

Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switchreturns to the ON (II) position whenyou let go of the key.

You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To turn the key, push it in slightly. Ifyour vehicle has an automatictransmission, the shift lever mustalso be in park.

The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

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ON (II)

START (III)LOCK (0)

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To lock the passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, pull outthe lock tab and close the door. Tolock the driver’s door, pull and holdthe outside door handle then pull outthe lock tab. Release the handle,then close the door.

Each door can be locked or unlockedwith the ignition key.

Each door has a lock tab next to theinside door handle. Pull out the tabto lock the door, and push it in tounlock.

When the door is unlocked, the redmark on the lock tab is shown.

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, the shift lever must bein Park before you can remove thekey from the ignition switch.

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LOCK

UNLOCK

LOCK TAB

RED MARKRemoving the key from theignition switch while drivinglocks the steering. This cancause you to lose control of thevehicle.

Remove the key from theignition switch only whenparked.

leave the key in the LOCK (0) or theACCESSORY (I) position and openthe driver’s door. Remove the key to

You will hear a reminder beep if you

turn off the beeper.

all settings before you start driving.

With the driver’s door open and thekey in the ignition, both master doorlock switches are disabled. They arenot disabled if the driver’s door isclosed. Pushing the top of the switchon the open passenger’s door willlock both doors.

To lock the passenger’s door whengetting out of the vehicle, pull outthe lock tab and close the door. Tolock the driver’s door, remove thekey from the ignition switch and pullout the lock tab or push the top ofthe master switch, then close thedoor.

To unlock only the driver’s doorfrom the outside, turn the key andrelease it. If you turn it again, bothdoors unlock.

The lock tab on the passenger’s doorlocks and unlocks only that door.Pushing in the driver’s door lock tabonly unlocks the driver’s door.

To lock the doors, push the top ofthe master door lock switch oneither door, pull out the lock tab onthe driver’s door, or use the key inthe outside lock on the driver’s door.

Pushing the bottom of either masterdoor lock switch unlocks both doors.

If equipped

On LX, EX, and Si model in the U.S., andDX-G, LX, EX, and Si models in Canada

Auto Door Locking/UnlockingPower Door Locks

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MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Your vehicle has customizablesettings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock. Make

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Auto Door Lock Modes

(Park Lock mode or Drive Lock mode)and one mode for manual transmissionvehicles (Drive Lock mode). The

doors lock in Drive Lock mode. To program modes, refer to the followinginstructions.

In addition to normal locking

default setting from the factory is both

To program the Park Lock mode:

moved out of the Park (P) position

Apply the parking brake.

Move the shift lever to P, and closethe driver’s door.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

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Push and hold the front of themaster door lock switch on thedriver' s door. You will hear aclick. Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds).

Release the switch and, within 5seconds, turn the ignition switchto the LOCK (0) position.

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Locks both doors when the shift lever is

automatic transmission vehicles lock automatically in two modes for functions, both doors can be set to

(automatic transmission vehicles only).

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reaches about 9 mph (15 km/h).

To program the Drive Lock mode:Locks both doors when the vehicle's speed


On A/T vehicles, push and hold the brake pedal, and move the

shift lever out of P.

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Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and close the driver’s door.

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Release the switch and, within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switchto the ACCESSORY (I) position. On A/T vehicles, move the shiftlever to the P position.

Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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master door lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click.Keep holding the switch until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds).

Push and hold the front of the 4.

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Push and hold the front of the master door lock switch on thedriver' s door until you hear aclick (after about 5 seconds).

Release the switch and, within5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and open the driver’s door.

On A/T vehicles, move the shift lever to P.

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To turn off the Auto Door Lock modes:

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set to unlock automatically in two

Auto Door Unlock Modes

modes for automatic transmissionvehicles (Park Unlock mode or Ignition Switch Unlock mode) and one mode for manual transmission vehicles (Ignition Switch Unlock mode). The default setting from the factory is the driver’s door unlocks in Park Unlock mode (A/T) or IgnitionSwitch Unlock mode (M/T). To program modes, refer to the followinginstructions.

The driver’s door or both doors can beTo program the Park Unlock mode:

When the shift lever is moved into thePark (P) position (automatic transmission vehicles only).

Unlocks the driver’s door or both doorsMove the shift lever to P, and close the driver’s door.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

Apply the parking brake.1.

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(after about 5 seconds) to activatedriver’s door unlock, or

(after about 10 seconds) toactivate all doors unlock.

Release the switch and, within 5seconds, turn the ignition switchto the LOCK (0) position.

Push and hold the rear of themaster door lock switch on thedriver' s door. You will hear aclick. Continue to hold the switch:

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• Until you hear another click

• Until you hear two more clicks

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when the ignition switch is moved outof the ON (II) position.

To program the Ignition SwitchUnlock mode:Unlocks the driver’s door or both doors


Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and close the driver’s door.

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On A/T vehicles, push and hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever out of P.

Push and hold the rear of themaster door lock switch on thedriver’ s door. You will hear aclick. Continue to hold the switch:

• Until you hear another click(after about 5 seconds) toactivate driver’s door unlock, or

• Until you hear two more clicks(after about 10 seconds) toactivate all doors unlock.

Release the switch and, within 5seconds, turn the ignition switchto the ACCESSORY (I) position.On A/T vehicles, move the shiftlever to P.

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Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position.

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Even though your vehicle’s battery isremoved or goes dead, the systemkeeps the auto door lock/unlocksetting which you selected.

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To turn off the Auto Door Unlockmodes:

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and open the driver’s

door.

On A/T vehicles, move the shift lever to P.

Apply the parking brake.1.

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Release the switch and, within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch tothe LOCK (0) position.

Push and hold the rear of themaster door lock switch on thedriver’ s door. You will hear a clickand, after about 5 seconds, you will hear another click.

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The ceiling light (if the ceiling lightswitch is in the center position) andthe spotlights (if the switch is in theDoor position on EX and Si models)will come on when you press theUNLOCK button. If you do not openeither door within 30 seconds, thelights fade out. If you relock thedoors with the remote transmitterbefore 30 seconds have elapsed, thelights goes off immediately.

If you do not open either door within30 seconds, the doors automaticallyrelock, and the security system sets(on U.S. LX, EX, and Si models). Youcannot unlock it if the key is in theignition switch.

Press this button onceto unlock the driver’s door. Push ittwice to unlock the passenger’s door.Some exterior lights will flash twiceeach time you push the button.

Press this button once tolock both doors. Some exterior lightswill flash once. When you pushLOCK twice within 5 seconds, you

doors are locked and that thesecurity system has set (on U.S. LX,

the doors if either door is not fullyclosed or the key is in the ignitionswitch.

U.S.: LX, EX, SiCanada: DX-G, LX, EX, Si

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UNLOCKBUTTON

LOCKBUTTON

TRUNKRELEASEBUTTON

PANICBUTTON

LED


UNLOCKBUTTON

LOCKBUTTON

PANICBUTTON

LED

U.S.: LX Canada: DX-G, LX, EX, Si

EX and Si models). You cannot lock

will hear a horn to verify that the

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Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.

Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, thereplacement needs to bereprogrammed by your dealer.

Press thisbutton for about 1 second to openthe trunk. You cannot open the trunkif the key is in the ignition switch.

Press this button forabout 2 seconds to attract attention:the horn will sound, and the exteriorlights will flash for about 30 seconds.To cancel panic mode, press anyother button on the remotetransmitter, or turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position.

Battery type: CR1616

If it takes several pushes on thebutton to lock or unlock the doors,replace the battery as soon aspossible.

To replace the battery:Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head screwdriver.

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PANIC

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SCREW

U.S. EX and Si models are shown.

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As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

Remove the old battery from theback of the inner cover, and inserta new battery into the back of thecover with the side facing down.

Install the parts in reverse order.

Separate the transmitter by pryingits middle seam with yourfingernail.

Inside the transmitter, separatethe inner cover from the keypadby releasing the two tabs on thecover.

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U.S. EX and Si models are shown.

BATTERY

TAB

You can open the trunk in two ways:

Keep the trunk lid closed at all timeswhile driving to avoid damaging thelid, and to prevent exhaust gas fromgetting into the interior. See

on page .

Press and hold the trunk releasebutton on the remote transmitter.

Pull the trunk release handle tothe left of the driver’s seat. To close the trunk, press down on

the trunk lid.

Use the master key to open thetrunk lock. The valet key does notwork in this lock.

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On all models except U.S. EX and Si

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MASTER KEY

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

Pull

All models except U.S. EX and Si

As a safety feature, your vehicle hasa release lever on the trunk latch sothe trunk can be opened from theinside. To open the trunk, push therelease lever to the left.

Parents should decide if theirchildren should be shown how to usethis feature. For more informationabout child safety, see page .

To protect items in the trunk whenyou need to give the key to someoneelse:

Lock the trunk release handlewith the master key.

Give the person the valet key.

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To change the seat-back angle, pullup on the lever on the outside of theseat bottom.

Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.

To adjust the seat forward orbackward, pull up on the bar underthe seat cushion’s front edge. Movethe seat to the desired position, andrelease the bar. Try to move the seatto make sure it is locked in position.

Once a seat is adjusted correctly,rock it back and forth to make sure itis locked in position.

See pages for important safetyinformation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-backs.

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The height of your driver’s seat isadjustable. To raise the seat bottom,repeatedly pull up the lever on theoutside of the seat cushion. To lowerthe seat, push the lever downrepeatedly.

Make all seat adjustments beforeyou start driving.

To get into the rear seat on thedriver’s side, open the door and pullup on the seat-back adjustment lever.The seat-back will tilt forward toallow easier entry to the rear seat.

Make sure your passenger’s handsor fingers are away from the armrestbefore moving it.

To use the console lid as an armrest,slide it to one of its three positions.

On all models except DX

Driver’s Seat Height Adjustment Armrest Rear Seat Access

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SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER

To get into the rear seat on thepassenger’s side, push downward onthe release lever at the base of theseat-back or pull up on the seat-backadjustment lever. The seat-back willtilt forward to allow easier entry tothe rear seat.

When you push down the releaselever or pull up the adjustment lever,the seat will also move forward.After a passenger gets into the backseat, push the seat-back to theupright position, and push the seatbackwards until it latches. Makesure the seat is fully latched beforesitting in it.

Except U.S. DX

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RELEASE LEVER

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints.

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Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in all seating positions tohelp protect you and yourpassengers from whiplash and otherinjuries.

They are most effective when youadjust them so the back of theoccupant’s head rests against thecenter of the restraint.

The head restraints adjust for height.You need both hands to adjust arestraint. Do not attempt to adjust itwhile driving. To raise it, pull upward.To lower the restraint, push therelease button sideways, and pushthe restraint down.

When a passenger is seated in therear center seating position, thecenter head restraint should beadjusted up or down, to match thepassenger’s height.

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RELEASEBUTTON RELEASE BUTTON

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The left and right halves can befolded separately.

The back of the rear seat folds downto give you direct access to the trunk.The seat-back can be released frominside the trunk.

Remove any items from the seatbefore you fold down the seat-back.

When storing cargo, you can movethe rear center shoulder belt out ofthe way by removing the belt fromthe guide.

To release the seat-back, pull therelease under the trunk panel. Pushthe seat-back down, then let go ofthe release.

For full rear fold-down seat models,the release is located on the driver’sside of the trunk.

For 60/40 split rear fold-down seatmodels, a release is located on eachside of the trunk.

On all models except DX and U.S. LX

Folding Rear Seat

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GUIDE RELEASE

Make sure all rear shoulder belts arepositioned in front of the rear seat-back whenever it is in the uprightposition.

Do not put any heavy items on theseat-back when it is folded down.

Make sure all items in the trunk, oritems extending through the openinginto the back seat, are secured.Loose items can fly forward andcause injury if you have to brakehard. See on page

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Never drive with the seat-backfolded down and the trunk lid open.See onpage .

Make sure that the folded-down rearseat does not interfere with the frontpassenger’s seat-back. This willcause the front passenger’s weightsensors to work improperly (seepage ). This may also cause theseat belt reminder indicator for afront passenger to work improperly.Also, check the passenger airbag offindicator to assure the properoperation of the passenger’sadvanced front airbag.

To lock the seat-back upright, push itfirmly against the trunk panel. Makesure it is latched in place by pullingon the top of the seat.

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If equippedTurn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower eitherwindow. To open the window, pushthe switch down and hold it. Releasethe switch when you want thewindow to stop. Pull back on theswitch and hold it to close thewindow.

The windows operate for up to 10minutes after you turn off theignition switch. Opening either door

cancels this function.

The driver’s armrest has a masterpower window control panel. Toopen the passenger’s window, pushdown on the switch and hold it downuntil the window reaches the desiredposition. To close the window, pullback on the window switch. Releasethe switch when the window gets tothe position you want.

To open the driver’swindow fully, push the windowswitch firmly down, then release it.The window automatically goesdown all the way. To stop thewindow from going all the way down,pull back on the window switchbriefly.

To close the driver’s window fully,pull back the window switch firmly,then release it. The windowautomatically goes all the way up. Tostop the window from going all theway up, push down on the windowswitch briefly.

To open or close the driver’s windowpartially, push down or pull back onthe window switch lightly and hold it.The window will stop when yourelease the switch.

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MAIN SWITCH

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

Closing a power window onsomeone’s hands or fingers cancause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers areaway from the windows beforeclosing them.

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When you push the MAIN switch in,the switch is OFF, and thepassenger’s window cannot be raisedor lowered. To cancel this feature,push on the switch again to get it topop out. Keep the MAIN switch offwhen you have children in thevehicle so they do not injurethemselves by operating the windowunintentionally.

If the driver’swindow runs into any obstacle whileit is closing automatically, it willreverse direction, and then stop. Toclose the window, remove theobstacle, then use the window switchagain.

Auto reverse stops sensing when thewindow is almost closed. You shouldalways check that all passengers andobjects are away from the windowbefore closing it.

Start the engine. Push down andhold the driver’s window switchuntil the window is fully open.

If the power windows do not operateproperly after resetting, have yourvehicle checked by your dealer.

Pull and hold the driver’s windowswitch to close the windowcompletely, then hold the switchfor about 2 seconds.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or thedriver’s window fuse is removed, theAUTO function could be disabled. Ifthe power window system needs tobe reset after reconnecting thebattery or installing the fuse, do this:

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The moonroof can be tilted up in theback for ventilation, or it can be slidback into the roof. Use the switch onthe front ceiling to operate themoonroof. You must turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position to operate the moonroof.

To tilt up the moonroof, push on thecenter of the moonroof switch. Tostop the moonroof from tilting upfully, push the switch briefly.

To open the moonrooffully, pull back the moonroof switchfirmly, then release it. The moonroofautomatically opens all the way. Tostop the moonroof from opening,push the switch briefly.

To close the moonroof fully, firmlypush the moonroof switch forward,then release it. The moonroofautomatically closes all the way. Tostop the moonroof from closing,push the switch briefly.

To open or close the moonroofpartially, lightly pull the switch backor push it forward and hold it. Themoonroof will stop when you releasethe switch.

To open the moonroof, pull back onthe switch and hold it. Release theswitch when the moonroof reachesthe desired position. To close themoonroof, push the switch forwardand hold it. Release the switch tostop the operation.

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MOONROOF SWITCH

Opening or closing themoonroof on someone’s handsor fingers can cause seriousinjury.

Make sure all hands and fingersare clear of the moonroofbefore opening or closing it.

－ If themoonroof runs into any obstaclewhile it is closing automatically, itwill reverse direction and then stop.To close the moonroof, remove theobstacle, then use the moonroofswitch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when themoonroof is almost closed. Youshould always check that allpassengers and objects are awayfrom the moonroof before closing it.

The moonroof has a key-off delay.You can open and close themoonroof for up to 10 minutes afteryou turn off the ignition switch. Thekey-off delay cancels as soon as youopen either door.

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If you try to open the moonroof inbelow-f reezing temperatures, or whenit is covered with snow or ice, you candamage the moonroof panel or motor.

Push the appropriate edge of theadjustment switch to move themirror right, left, up, or down.

The inside mirror has day and nightpositions. The night position reducesglare from headlights behind you.Flip the tab on the bottom edge ofthe mirror to select the day or nightposition.

Keep the inside and outside mirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.

When you finish, move theselector switch to the center (off)position. This turns theadjustment switch off to keep yoursettings.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.

Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).

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SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

TAB

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on the instrument panelshould go out when the parkingbrake is fully released (see page ).

The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the rear window defoggerbutton. The indicator in the buttoncomes on as a reminder. Press thebutton again to turn the heaters andthe defogger off.

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PARKING BRAKE LEVERREAR WINDOW DEFOGGER/HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON

Driving the vehicle with the parkingbrake applied can damage the rearbrakes and axles. A beeper will soundif the vehicle is driven with the parkingbrake on.

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VANITY MIRROR

GLOVE BOX

ACCESSORYPOWER SOCKET

COAT HOOK

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

:If equipped

BEVERAGE HOLDER

SUN VISOR

CENTER POCKET

SIDE POCKET

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET MAP POCKET

BEVERAGE HOLDER

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Spilled liquids candamage the upholstery, carpeting,and electrical components in theinterior.

Open the front beverage holder bysliding the lid.

To open the console compartment,pull up on the lever, and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid, and push itdown until it latches.

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle to the left. Close it with a firmpush.

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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Make sure the coat hook is closedwhen you are not using it. This hookis not designed for large or heavyitems.

To use an accessory power socket,pull up the cover.

This socket is intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).

To use a coat hook, pull it down.Close it with a firm push.

To use an accessory power socket,the ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

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COAT HOOK

An open glove box can causeserious injury to your passengerin a crash, even if thepassenger is wearing the seatbelt.

Always keep the glove boxclosed while driving.

To use the vanity mirror on the backof the sun visor, pull up the cover.Another accessory power socket is in

the center console compartment.

None of the sockets will power anautomotive type cigarette lighterelement. When both sockets arebeing used, the combined powerrating of the accessories should be120 watts or less (10 amps).

To use the sun visor, pull it down.When using the sun visor for theside window, remove the support rodfrom the clip, and swing it out.

Make sure you put the sun visorback in place when you are gettinginto or out of the vehicle.

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SUN VISOREX and Si

After both doors are closed tightly,the light dims slightly, then fades outin about 30 seconds.

The ceiling light (with the switch inthe center position) comes on whenyou remove the key from the ignitionswitch. If you do not open a door, thelight stays on, then fades out inabout 30 seconds.

If you leave either door open withoutthe key in the ignition switch, theceiling light goes off after 3 minutes.

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch; ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:

Open either door.

Unlock the doors with the key orthe remote transmitter.

Turn on a spotlight by pushing thelens. Push the lens again to turn itoff. You can use the spotlights at alltimes.

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DOOR ACTIVATED

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The spotlights have a two-positionswitch. In the DOOR position, thelights come on when you open eitherdoor. In the OFF position, the lightsdo not come on.

The spotlights (with the switch inthe DOOR position) also come onwhen you unlock the door with thekey or the remote transmitter, andwhen you remove the key from theignition switch.

The courtesy light between thespotlights comes on when you turnthe parking lights on. To adjust itsbrightness, push the instrumentpanel brightness control buttonsunder the driver’s side vent.

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SPOTLIGHT

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The heating and air conditioningsystems in your vehicle provide acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.Air conditioning is optional on DX

model.

The standard audio system hasmany features. This sectiondescribes those features and how touse them. (If you have an optionalaudio system, refer to the operatinginstructions that came with it.)

.............Vents, Heating, and A/C . 110................................Audio System . 115

Audio System (Models without...............navigation system) . 116

......Playing the AM/FM Radio . 117Playing the XM Satellite

...................Radio (Optional) . 121............................Playing a Disc . 126

...Disc Player Error Messages . 132Optional Disc Changer Error

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...............navigation system) . 134

...............Voice Control System . 134......Playing the AM/FM Radio . 134

Playing the XM Satellite......................................Radio . 138

............................Playing a Disc . 146...Disc Player Error Messages . 154

.....................Playing a PC Card . 155............AM/FM Radio Reception . 167

..................Protecting Your Discs . 169................Remote Audio Controls . 170

...Playing an Optional Audio Unit . 171.................Radio Theft Protection . 172

..........................Setting the Clock . 173

............................Security System . 174...............................Cruise Control . 175

Your vehicle has an anti-theft audiosystem that requires a code numberto enable it.

The security system helps todiscourage vandalism and theft ofyour vehicle.Navigation systems are available onU.S. EX and Si models only.

All models except U.S. DX

U.S. LX, EX, and Si models

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MODE BUTTONS

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

REAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTON/HEATED MIRRORS

FAN CONTROL DIAL

If equipped

TEMPERATURE CONTROLDIAL

MAX A/C BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

Turn this dial to increase or decreasethe fan speed and airflow.

Turning this dial clockwise increasesthe temperature of the airflow.

This button turns the airconditioning on and off. Theindicator in the button is on whenthe A/C is on.

This button turns the rear windowdefogger off and on (see page ).

Air flows from the centerand corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided betweenthe vents in the dashboard and thefloor vents.

When the recirculation indicator ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent throughout the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbrought in from the outside of thevehicle (fresh air mode).

The outside air intakes for theheating and cooling system are atthe base of the windshield. Keep thisarea clear of leaves and other debris.

The system should be left in freshair mode under almost all conditions.Keeping the system in recirculationmode, particularly with the A/C off,can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode whendriving through dusty or smokyconditions, then return to fresh airmode.

The system automaticallyturns on the A/C and switches torecirculation mode. Air flows fromthe center and side vents in thedashboard. Pressing the or A/Cbutton cancels MAX A/C.

On some models, this button alsooperates the heated outside mirrors(see page ).

Use the mode control buttons toselect the vents air flows from. Someair will flow from the dashboardcorner vents in all modes.

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Fan Control Dial

Temperature Control Dial

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button

Rear Window Defogger ButtonRecirculation Button

MAX A/C Button

Mode Control

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Air flows from the floorvents.

When you select , the systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode. If you switch the mode from

or to , the systemkeeps the A/C on. The A/Cindicator will not come on if it wasoff to start with.

To turn off the A/C, press the A/Cbutton to illuminate the indicator,then press it again to turn off theA/C.

When you switch to another modefrom , the A/C turns off. But ifit was on to start with, the A/C stayson.

Airflow is divided betweenthe floor vents and defroster vents atthe base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defrostervents at the base of the windshield.

When you select or ,the system automatically switches tofresh air mode and turns on the A/C.You cannot turn the A/C off in thismode.

The flow-through ventilation systemdraws in outside air, circulates itthrough the interior, then exhausts itthrough vents near the rear window.

Set the temperature to the lowerlimit.Make sure the A/C is off.Select and fresh air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

The heater uses engine coolant towarm the air. If the engine is cold, itwill be several minutes before youfeel warm air coming from thesystem.

Select .When you select , the systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode. If you switch the modefrom or , the systemalso automatically turns on theA/C. This helps prevent thewindows from fogging upunintendedly. The A/C indicatorwill not come on if it was off tostart with (see the first column onthis page).Set the fan to the desired speed.Adjust the warmth of the air withthe temperature control dial.

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Air conditioning places an extra loadon the engine. Watch the enginecoolant temperature gauge (see page

). If it moves near the red zone,turn off the A/C until the gaugereading returns to normal.

Turn on the A/C by pressing thebutton. The indicator in the buttoncomes on when a fan speed isselected.Make sure the temperature is setto maximum cool.Select .If the outside air is humid, selectrecirculation mode. If the outsideair is dry, select fresh air mode.Set the fan to the desired speed.

you cancool it down more rapidly by partiallyopening the windows, turning on theair conditioning, and setting the fanto maximum speed in fresh air mode.

To cool the interior with MAX A/C:Set the fan to the desired speed.Select MAX A/C.The system automatically turns onthe A/C, selects , andswitches to recirculation mode.Make sure the temperature is setto maximum cool.

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry andcan prevent the windows fromfogging up.

This setting is suitable for all drivingconditions whenever the outsidetemperature is above 32°F (0°C).

Turn the fan on.Turn on the air conditioning.Select and fresh air mode.Adjust the temperature to yourpreference.

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To remove fog from the inside of thewindows:

Turning the fan speed control dial allthe way to the left shuts the systemoff.

Keep the system off for shortperiods only.

To keep stale air and mustinessfrom collecting, you should havethe fan running at all times.

Set the fan to the desired speed, orhigh for faster defrosting.Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C. TheA/C indicator will not come on if itwas off to start with.Adjust the temperature so theairflow feels warm.Select to help clear therear window.To increase airflow to thewindshield, close the corner vents.

When you switch to , fromor , the A/C stays on.

This helps prevent the windows fromrapidly fogging up when the air issuddenly routed away from thewindshield. If you want to turn theA/C off, press and release the A/Cbutton twice. The indicator in thebutton comes on and then goes off.

Select . The systemautomatically switches to fresh airmode and turns on the A/C.The A/C indicator does not comeon if it was off to start with.Select .Set the fan and temperaturecontrols to maximum level.

To clear the windows faster, you canclose the dashboard corner vents byrotating the wheel next to each vent.This sends more warm air to thewindshield defroster vents. Once thewindshield is clear, select fresh airmode to avoid fogging the windows.

For your safety, make sure you havea clear view through all the windowsbefore driving.

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An audio system is standard on allmodels except the U.S. DX. Read theappropriate pages (as shown below)to use your vehicle’s audio system.

For U.S. LX, non-navi EX and Si, andall Canadian models, see pages

through .

For U.S. EX and Si models withnavigation system, see pages

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U.S. EX and Si modelswithout navigation system

U.S. EX and Si modelswith navigation system

U.S. LX modelAll Canadian models

Your audio system shows a welcomemessage on the display when youturn the ignition switch to theACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II)position. You can see a message‘‘WELCOME’’ on the display whenyour vehicle was new.

You can also customize this welcomemessage to your liking with theaudio controls.

To change the letter, select theprevious segment by pushing thebottom of the SEEK button.

Turn the TUNE knob to change aletter.

Push the top of the SEEK buttonto select the next segment, thenturn the TUNE knob to select aletter. Repeat this procedure to setyour message.

You can set up to about 16characters on the display.

To select a character:

Make sure the audio system is off.

Push and hold the TUNE knob,then push the power/volume knobon the audio control panel. Youwill see the first letter blinking.

The system will return to the audiodisplay about 5 seconds after youstop selecting a letter.

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EX model is shown.

TUNE KNOBPOWER/VOLUMEKNOB

SEEK BUTTON


Playing the AM/FM Radio

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SCANBUTTON

AUTO SELECTBUTTON


AMBUTTON

FMBUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON

POWER/VOLUMEKNOB

PRESETBUTTONS

SEEKBUTTON

TUNE KNOB SEEKBUTTON

TUNE KNOBPRESETBUTTONS

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－The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thepower/volume knob or the AM orFM button (the AM/FM button onmodels with XM radio available).Adjust the volume by turning thepower/volume knob.

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to are displayed.To change bands, press the AM orFM button (AM/FM button onmodels that are XM radio capable).On the FM band, ST will bedisplayed if the station isbroadcasting in stereo. Stereoreproduction in AM is not available.

You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.

Use the TUNE knob totune the radio to a desired frequency.Turn the knob to the right to tune ahigher frequency, and turn it to theleft to tune a lower frequency.

The SEEK functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press the or side of theSEEK button, then release it.

The scan function samplesall stations with strong signals on theselected band. To activate it, pressthe SCAN button, then release it.You will see SCAN in the display.The system will scan for a stationwith a strong signal. When it findsone, it will stop and play that stationfor about 10 seconds.

If you do nothing, the system willthen scan for the next strong stationand play it for 10 seconds. When itplays a station you want to listen to,press the SCAN button again.

To Select a Station

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Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies with each side ofthe preset button.

Use the tune, seek, or scanfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.

Pick a preset number (1 6), andhold it until you hear a beep.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store atotal of six stations on AM andtwelve stations on FM.

If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local area.

Press the A. SEL button. You will seeA. SEL flashing in the display, andthe system goes into scan mode forseveral seconds. It stores thefrequencies of six AM, and twelveFM stations in the preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed afterpressing a preset button if autoselect cannot find a strong station forevery preset button.

If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons as previously described.

, press theA. SEL (auto select) button. Thisrestores the presets you originallyset.For information on AM/FM radiofrequencies and reception, see page

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Adjusts the bass.

Adjusts the treble.

Adjusts the side-to-side strength of the sound.

Adjusts thestrength of sound from thesubwoofer speaker.

Adjusts the front-to-backstrength of the sound.

The system will return to the audiodisplay about 5 seconds after youstop adjusting a mode.

The SVC mode controls the volumebased on vehicle speed. The fasteryou go, the louder the audio volumebecomes. As you slow down, theaudio volume decreases.

The SVC has four modes; SVC OFF,SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVCHIGH. Turn the TUNE knob toadjust the setting to your liking. Ifyou feel the sound is too loud,

choose low. If you feel the sound istoo quiet, choose high.

Each mode is shown in the display asit changes. Turn the TUNE knob toadjust the setting to your liking.When the level reaches the center,you will see ‘‘C’’ in the display.

Adjusts the volume levelbased on the vehicle speed.

This function is set to MID as thedefault setting when the vehicleleaves the factory.

You can use the instrument panelbrightness control buttons to adjustthe illumination of the audio system(see page ). The audio systemilluminates when the parking lightsare on, even if the radio is off.

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Adjusting the Sound

BASS

TREBLE

BALANCE

SUBWOOFER

FADER

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Your audio system is capable ofreceiving XM Satellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska.

XM is a registered trademark ofXM Satellite Radio, Inc.

XM radio receives signals from twosatellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Along with a large selection ofdifferent types of music, XM radioallows you to view channel andcategory selections in the display.

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DISPLAY BUTTONPOWER/VOLUME KNOB

XM RADIO BUTTONSCAN BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB

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－To listen to XM radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position. Push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio system, and press the ‘‘XM’’button. Adjust the volume by turningthe knob. The last channel youlistened to will show in the display.

You may experience periods whenXM Radio does not transmit theartist’s name and song titleinformation. If this happens, there isnothing wrong with your system.

Turn the TUNE knob tochange channel selections. Turn theknob right for higher numberedchannels and left for lowernumbered channels. In the categorymode, you can only select channelswithin that category.

Press either side of the CATEGORYbutton ( or ) to selectanother category.

To switch betweenchannel mode and category mode,press and hold the DISP/MODEbutton until the mode changes.In channel mode, you can select allof the available channels. In categorymode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical,etc., you can select all of thechannels within that category.Each time you press and release theDISP/MODE button, the displaychanges in the following sequence:Channel name, channel number,category, artist name, and music title.

Operating the XM Radio

TUNE

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The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are scanned. To activatescan, press the SCAN button. Thesystem plays each channel innumerical order for a few seconds,then selects the next channel. Whenyou hear a channel you want tocontinue listening to, press thebutton again.

You can store up to 12preset channels using each side ofthe preset button. Each side of thebutton stores one channel from theXM1 band and one channel from theXM2 band.

To store a channel:

Press the XM button. Either XM1or XM2 will show in the display.

Use the tune, seek, or scanfunction to tune to a desiredchannel.

In category mode, only channelswithin that category can be selected.In channel mode, all channels can beselected.

XM is loading theaudio or program information.

The channelcurrently selected is no longerbroadcasting.

The encryptioncode is being updated. Wait until theencryption code is fully updated.Channels 0 and 1 should still worknormally.

The signal iscurrently too weak. Move the vehicleto an area away from tall buildings,and with an unobstructed view of thesouthern horizon.

Pick a preset number you want forthat channel. Press and hold thebutton until you hear a beep.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store thefirst six channels.

Press the XM button again. Storethe next six channels using steps 2and 3.

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XM Radio Display Messages

‘‘LOADING’’

‘‘OFF AIR’’

‘‘UPDATING’’

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The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate for this, ground-basedrepeaters are placed in majormetropolitan areas.

Satellite signals are more likely to beblocked by tall buildings andmountains the farther north youtravel from the equator. Carryinglarge items on a roof rack can alsoblock the signal.

The selected channelnumber does not exist or is not partof your subscription, or this channelhas no artist or title information atthis time.

There is a problemwith the XM antenna. Please consultyour dealer.


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Signal may be blocked bymountains or large obstacles tothe south.

Signal weaker inthese areas.

SATELLITE

GROUND REPEATER

Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:

Driving on the north side of alarge commercial truck on aneast/west road.Driving in tunnels.Driving on a road beside a verticalwall, steep cliff, or hill to the southof you.Driving on the lower level of amulti-tiered road.Driving on a single lane roadalongside dense trees taller than50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

After you’ve registered with XMRadio, keep your audio system in thesatellite radio mode while you waitfor activation. This should take about30 minutes.

Driving on the north side of aneast/west mountain road.

Large items carried on a roof rack.

There may be other geographicsituations that could affect XM radioreception.

While waiting for activation, makesure your vehicle remains in an openarea with good reception. Once youraudio system is activated, you’ll beable to listen to XM radio broadcasts.XM Radio will continue to send anactivation signal to your vehicle forat least 12 hours from the activationrequest. If the service has not beenactivated after 36 hours, contact XMRadio.

If your XM Radio service has expiredor you purchased your vehicle froma previous owner, you can listen to asampling of the broadcasts availableon XM Satellite Radio. With theignition switch in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position, push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio system and press the XMRADIO button. A variety of musictypes and styles will play.

If you decide to purchase XMsatellite radio service, contact XMRadio at , or at1-800-852-9696. You will need to givethem your radio I.D. number andyour credit card number. To get yourradio I.D. number, turn the TUNE

knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display.Your I.D. will appear in the display.

As required by the FCC:Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.

www.xmradio.com

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Playing a Disc


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DISPLAYBUTTON

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EJECT BUTTON

LOAD INDICATOR

REPEAT BUTTON

RANDOMBUTTON

CD BUTTON

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

SEEK/SKIP BUTTON

TUNE KNOB

DISPLAYBUTTON

POWER/VOLUME KNOB

SEEK/SKIP BUTTON

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To load or play discs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.

You operate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toselect the disc player, press the CD/AUX button (the CD button onmodels with XM radio available).You will see ‘‘CD’’ in the display.

This audio system can also playCD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed inMP3 or WMA formats. Whenplaying a disc in MP3, you will see‘‘MP3’’ in the display. In WMAformat, ‘‘WMA’’ will appear in thedisplay. You can select up to 255folders or tracks.

NOTE:If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc isprotected by digital rightsmanagement (DRM), the audio unitdisplays FORMAT, and then skips tothe next file.

Insert a disc about halfway into thedisc slot. The drive will pull the discin the rest of the way to play it. Youoperate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio.The number of the current track andthe elapsed time are shown in thedisplay. When playing a disc in MP3or WMA, the numbers of the currentfolder and file, and the elapsed timeare shown. The system willcontinuously play a disc until youchange modes.

Maximum layers(including ROOT): 8 layers

Compatible with variable bit rateand multi-session

Bit rate:48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps

The specifications of the compatibleWMA file are:



Bit rate:32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps(MPEG1)8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2)

Sampling frequency:32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1)24/22.05/16 kHz (MPEG2)

The specifications of the compatibleMP3 file are:

Video CDs and DVD discs do notwork in this unit.

Sampling frequency:32/44.1/48 kHz

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To Play a Disc


To Load a Disc

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Do not use discs with adhesive labels.The label can curl up and cause thedisc to jam in the unit.

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Use the SEEK/SKIP button while adisc is playing to select passages andchange tracks (files in MP3/WMAmode).

Each time youpress and release the side ofthe SEEK/SKIP button, the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext track (file in MP3 or WMAmode). Press and release the

side to skip backward to thebeginning of the current track. Pressit again to skip to the beginning ofthe previous track.

To move rapidly within a track, pressand hold the or side of theSEEK/SKIP button.

With the folder name, you will seethe FOLDER indicator in the display.The TRACK indicator is shown withthe file or track name.

You cannot load and play 3-inch(8-cm) discs in this system.

Each time you press the DISP button,the display shows you the text dataon a disc, if the disc was recordedwith text data.

You can see the album, artist, andtrack name in the display. If a disc isrecorded in MP3 or WMA, you cansee the folder and file name, and thealbum, artist, and track tag.

The display shows up to about 16characters of selected text data (thefolder name, file name, etc.). If thetext data has more than 16characters, you will see the first 15characters and the indicator in

the display. Press and hold the DISPbutton until the next 16 charactersare shown.

You will also see some text dataunder these conditions:

When a new folder, file, or track isselected.

When you change the audio modeto play a disc with text data or inMP3 or WMA.

When you insert a disc, and thesystem begins to play.

When playing a CD-DA with textdata, the album and track name areshown in the display. With a disc inMP3 or WMA, the display shows thefolder and file name.

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Toselect a different folder, turn theTUNE knob to move to thebeginning of the next folder. Turnthe knob to the right to skip to thenext folder, and to the left to move tothe beginning of the current folder.Turn it again to skip to the beginningof the previous folder. Turning theTUNE knob more than one clickskips several folders at a time.

To continuously replaya track (files in MP3 or WMA mode),press and release the RPT button.You will see RPT in the display.Press and hold the RPT button for 2seconds to turn it off.

This feature,when activated, replays all files onthe selected folder in the order theyare compressed. To activate folder

repeat, press the RPT button twice.You will hear a beep and see F-RPTin the display. The systemcontinuously replays the currentfolder. Press the RPT button again toturn it off. Pressing the RDM button,or selecting a different folder withthe TUNE knob also turns off therepeat feature.

Each time you press and release theRPT button, the mode changes fromfile repeat to folder repeat, then tonormal playing.

This feature playsthe tracks within a disc (the fileswithin a folder in MP3 or WMAmode) in random order. To activaterandom play, press and release theRDM button. In MP3 or WMA mode,press the RDM button repeatedly toselect RDM (within a folder randomplay). You will see RDM in thedisplay. Press the RDM button for 2

seconds to return to normal play.

Thisfeature, when activated, plays allfiles in each folder in random order.To activate folder random, press theRDM button 2 times. You will hear abeep and see F-RDM in the display.The system will then select and playfiles randomly. This continues untilyou deactivate folder random bypressing the RDM button again, orby selecting a different folder withthe TUNE knob.

Each time you press and release theRDM button, the mode changesfrom folder random play to randomplay (within a folder random play),then to normal playing.

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In MP3 or WMA mode

In MP3 or WMA mode

In MP3 or WMA mode

FOLDER SELECTION

REPEAT (TRACK/FILEREPEAT)

FOLDER-REPEAT

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Pressing either side of the SEEK/SKIP button also turns off the scanfeature.

Each time you press and release theSCAN button, the mode changesfrom folder scan to scan, then tonormal playing.

Press the eject button ( ) toremove the disc. If you eject the disc,but do not remove it from the slot,the system will automatically reloadit after 10 seconds and put it in pausemode. To begin playing, press theCD button.

You can also eject the disc when theignition switch is off.

To play the radio when a disc isplaying, press the AM or FM button(the AM/FM button or XM buttonon models that are XM radiocapable). Press the CD button againto switch back to the disc player.

The scan function samples all tracks(files in MP3 or WMA) on the disc inthe order they are recorded on thedisc. To activate scan, press theSCAN button. In MP3 or WMAmode, press the SCAN buttonrepeatedly to select SCAN. You willsee SCAN in the display. You will geta 10 second sampling of each track/file on the disc. Press the SCANbutton again to get out of scan modeand play the last track/file sampled.

Thisfeature, when activated, samples thefirst file of each folder on the disc.To activate folder scan, press theSCAN button twice. You will seeF-SCAN in the display.

The system plays the first file in thefirst folder for about 10 seconds. Ifyou do nothing, the system will thenplay the first files in the remainingfolders for 10 seconds each. Afterplaying the first file of the last folder,the system plays normally.

Pressing either side of the SEEK/SKIP button, selecting a differentfolder with the TUNE knob, orpressing the SCAN button, also turnsoff the folder scan.

In MP3 or WMA mode To Stop Playing a DiscSCAN (TRACK/FILE SCAN)F-SCAN (FOLDER SCAN)


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If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the disc willstay in the drive. When you turn thesystem back on, the disc will beginplaying where it left off.

Load the desired discs in themagazine, and load the magazine inthe changer according to theinstructions that came with the unit.

To select the disc changer, press theCD button. The disc and tracknumbers will be displayed. To selecta different disc, use the preset 4(DISC ) or the preset 1 (DISC )on the preset button. To select theprevious disc, press the preset 4(DISC ), or the preset 1 (DISC )to select the next disc in sequence.

If you select an empty slot in themagazine, the changer will searchfor the next available disc to load andplay.

An optional six or eight disc changeris available for your vehicle. Thisdisc changer uses the same controlsused for the in-dash disc player orthe radio. For information on how to handle

and protect compact discs, see page.169

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SolutionCauseErrorMessage

The chart on the right explains theerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.

If you see an error message in thedisplay while playing a disc, pressthe eject button. After ejecting thedisc, check it for damage ordeformation. If there is no damage,insert the disc again.

If there is still a problem, the errormessage will appear again. Press theeject button, and pull out the disc.

Insert a different disc. If the newdisc plays, there is a problem withthe first disc. If the error messagecycle repeats and you cannot clear it,take your vehicle to a dealer.

Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.Check if it is inserted correctly in the discplayer.Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged.Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.Check the disc for damage or deformation.If the disc cannot be pulled out, or the errormessage does not disappear after the disc isejected, see your dealer.Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.

FOCUS Error

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ErrorMessage

SolutionCauseThe chart on the right explains theerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.




Press the magazine eject button, and pull themagazine out. If the message does notdisappear or the magazine cannot be pulled out,see your dealer.Insert disc.

Press the magazine eject button, pull themagazine out, check for an error message, theninsert the magazine again. If the message doesnot disappear, or the magazine cannot be pulledout, see your dealer.Insert disc magazine.

Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.

FOCUS Error

No disc in the discmagazine

Mechanical Error

No disc magazine in thedisc changerHigh Temperature

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In addition to the standard audiocontrols, the audio system in yourvehicle can be operated using thevoice control system. See thenavigation section in your quick startguide for an overview of this system,and the navigation system manualfor complete details.

Voice Control System Playing the AM/FM Radio

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The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thepower/volume knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust the volume by turningthe power/volume knob.

Pushing the AUDIO button will alsoturn on the system.

You can also operate the audiosystem without using the controlicons on the audio screen. Use thecontrol buttons on the left side of thescreen. The status bar appears onthe bottom of the screen each timeyou operate any of the controlbuttons. On the navigation screen,you can also see audio informationby touching the AUDIO INFO iconon the lower of the screen.

The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to are displayed.To change bands, press the AM/FMbutton, or touch the desired bandicon (FM1, FM2, AM, XM1, or XM2).On the FM band, STEREO will bedisplayed if the station isbroadcasting in stereo. Stereoreproduction on AM is not available.

For information on XM radio, seepage .

You can use any of five methods tofind radio stations on the selectedband: tune, seek, scan, the presetbuttons, and auto select.

Use the TUNE bar to tunethe radio to a desired frequency.Press the side of the bar to tuneto a higher frequency, and press the

side to tune to a lowerfrequency.

Press and hold the or side ofthe TUNE bar until you hear twobeeps to change the frequencyrapidly. Release the bar when thedisplay reaches the desiredfrequency.

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To Play the AM/FM Radio To Select a Station

TUNE

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Each preset button’s frequency isshown on the bottom of the audiodisplay.

If you do nothing, the system willthen scan for the next strong stationand play it for 10 seconds. When itplays a station you want to listen to,press the SCAN button again.

Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.

Select the desired band, AM orFM. FM1 and FM2 let you storetwo frequencies with each presetbutton.

Use the tune, seek, or scanfunction to tune the radio to adesired station.

Pick a preset button, and hold ituntil you hear a beep.

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store atotal of six stations on AM andtwelve stations on FM.

The seek functionsearches up and down from thecurrent frequency to find a stationwith a strong signal. To activate it,press and hold the or side ofthe TUNE bar until you hear a beep,then release it.

The scan function samplesall stations with strong signals on theselected band. To activate it, pressthe SCAN button, then release it.You will see SCAN in the display.The system will scan for a stationwith a strong signal. When it findsone, it will stop and play that stationfor about 10 seconds.

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－ If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local area.

Press the AUDIO button to view theaudio control icons, then press theAUTO SEL icon. You will see AUTOSEL flashing in the display, and thesystem goes into scan mode forseveral seconds. It stores thefrequencies of six AM, and twelveFM stations in the preset buttons.

You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed afterpressing a preset button if autoselect cannot find a strong station forevery preset button.

If you do not like the stations autoselect has stored, you can storeother frequencies on the presetbuttons as previously described.

press theAUTO SEL icon. This restores thepresets you originally set.

For information on AM/FM radiofrequencies and reception, see page

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Audio System (Models with navigation system)Playing the XM Satellite Radio

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Your audio system is capable ofreceiving XM Satellite Radioanywhere in the United States,except Hawaii and Alaska.

XM is a registered trademark ofXM Satellite Radio, Inc.

XM radio receives signals from twosatellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offersmany channels in several categories.Along with a large selection ofdifferent types of music, XM radioallows you to view channel andcategory selections in the display.When you press and hold theAUDIO button, the display alsoshows all XM information.

To listen to XM radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or the ON (II) position. Push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio system, and press the CD/XMbutton. Adjust the volume by turningthe knob. The last channel youlistened to will show in the display.

To switch betweenchannel mode and category mode,touch the MODE icon. In channelmode, you can select all of theavailable channels. In category mode,such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc.,you can select all of the channelswithin that category. Each time youtouch and release the MODE icon,the display changes between thechannel mode and the categorymode.

You can also change to the XM radiowhile you are listening to an FMstation, AM station, disc, pc card, etc.,by touching the XM1 or XM2 icon onthe audio display.

You can also operate the radio usingthe control buttons on the left side ofthe screen. The status bar appearson the bottom of the screen eachtime you press any of the controlbuttons. On the navigation screen,you can also see the audioinformation by touching the AUDIOINFO icon on the lower of the screen.


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Pick the preset button (icon) youwant for that channel. Press andhold the button (icon) until youhear a beep.

In category mode, only channelswithin that category can be selected.In channel mode, all channels can beselected.

Use the tune, seek, or scanfunction to tune to a desiredchannel.

Press the XM button. Either XM1or XM2 will show in the display.

To store a channel:

You can store up to 12preset channels using each presetbutton or preset icons on the screen.Each preset button or icon storesone channel from the XM1 band andone channel from the XM2 band.

Press the TUNE bar tochange channel selections. Press

for higher numbered channelsand for lower numberedchannels. In the category mode, youcan only select channels within thatcategory.

Press and holdeither side of the TUNE bar( or ) until you hear a beepto select another category.

The scan function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the channels within thatcategory are scanned. To activatescan, press the SCAN button ortouch the SCAN icon on the screen.The system plays each channel innumerical order for a few seconds,then selects the next channel. Whenyou hear a channel you want to listento, press the button or touch the iconagain.

On the audio display, you will see theselected CHANNEL (number),CATEGORY, NAME (artist name),and TITLE (music title).

You may experience periods whenXM Radio does not transmit theartist’s name and song titleinformation. If this happens, there isnothing wrong with your system.

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The signal iscurrently too weak. Move the vehicleto an area away from tall buildings,and with an unobstructed view of thesouthern horizon.

XM is loading theaudio or program information.

The channelcurrently selected is no longerbroadcasting.

The encryptioncode is being updated. Wait until theencryption code is fully updated.Channels 0 and 1 should still worknormally.

Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store thefirst six channels.

Press the XM button again ortouch the other XM icon (XM1 orXM2) on the audio display. Storethe next six channels using steps 2and 3.

Once a channel is stored, press andrelease the proper preset button(icon) to tune to it. Each presetbutton’s channel is shown on thebottom of the audio display.

The selected channelnumber does not exist or is not partof your subscription.

There is a problemwith the XM antenna. Please consultyour dealer.

This channel has noartist or title information at this time.

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‘‘NO SIGNAL’’XM Radio Display Messages

‘‘LOADING’’

‘‘OFF AIR’’

‘‘UPDATING’’

‘‘ - - - - ’’

‘‘ANTENNA’’

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The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate for this, ground-basedrepeaters are placed in majormetropolitan areas.

Satellite signals are more likely to beblocked by tall buildings andmountains the farther north youtravel from the equator. Carryinglarge items on a roof rack can alsoblock the signal.


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Signal may be blocked bymountains or large obstacles tothe south.

Signal weaker inthese areas.

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Depending on where you drive, youmay experience reception problems.Interference can be caused by any ofthese conditions:

Driving on the north side of alarge commercial truck on aneast/west road.Driving in tunnels.Driving on a road beside a verticalwall, steep cliff, or hill to the southof you.Driving on the lower level of amulti-tiered road.Driving on a single lane roadalongside dense trees taller than50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you.

After you’ve registered with XMRadio, keep your audio system in thesatellite radio mode while you waitfor activation. This should take about30 minutes.

Driving on the north side of aneast/west mountain road.

If you decide to purchase XMSatellite Radio service, contact XMRadio at , or at1-800-852-9696. You will need to givethem your radio I.D. number andyour credit card number. To get yourradio I.D. number, press the TUNE

bar until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display.Your I.D. will appear in the display.

Large items carried on a roof rack.

There may be other geographicsituations that could affect XM radioreception.

While waiting for activation, makesure your vehicle remains in an openarea with good reception. Once youraudio system is activated, you’ll beable to listen to XM radio broadcasts.XM Radio will continue to send anactivation signal to your vehicle forat least 12 hours from the activationrequest. If the service has not beenactivated after 36 hours, contact XMRadio.

If your XM Radio service has expiredor you purchased your vehicle froma previous owner, you can listen to asampling of the broadcasts availableon XM Satellite Radio. With theignition switch in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position, push thepower/volume knob to turn on theaudio system and press the XMRADIO button. A variety of musictypes and styles will play.


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You can adjust the sound on thenavigation screen. To adjust thesound, push the AUDIO button, thenenter the sound grid by touching theSOUND icon on the display.

Adjusts the front-to-backstrength of the sound. To adjust thefront/rear fader, touch the FR or RRicon.

Adjusts the bass.Adjusts the treble. To

adjust the treble and bass, touchor on each side of the

treble or bass adjustment bar. Theadjustment bar on the right lowerdisplay shows you the currentsetting.

Adjusts the side-to-side strength of the sound.To adjust the left/right balance,touch the L or R icon.

Adjusts thestrength of sound from thesubwoofer speaker. To adjust thesound strength, touch or

on each side of the adjustmentbar.

The right upper display shows youthe current setting of the soundstrength coming from each speaker.

The SVC modecontrols the volume based on vehiclespeed. The faster you go, the louderthe audio volume becomes. As youslow down, the audio volumedecreases. Touch the appropriateicon (Low, Mid, Hi, Off) to select themode.


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SPEAKER SETTING

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You can use the instrument panelbrightness control buttons to adjustthe illumination of the audio system(see page ). The audio systemilluminates when the parking lightsare on, even if the radio is off.

You can select the backgroundscreen to display the sound level.There are three screen modes: level(the sound level is shown with thevertical bars), spectrum analysis (thesound level appears as ripples ofwater), and off. Each time you touchthe background icon, the displaychanges.

The system will return to the audiodisplay about 5 seconds after youstop adjusting a mode.

You can also select the icon with thejoystick. Move it up and down tomove the highlighting and scrollthrough lists. Select the icon, thenmove the joystick to left or right tochange the setting.

This function is set to MID as thedefault setting when the vehicleleaves the factory. If you feel thesound is too loud, choose low. If youfeel the sound is too quiet, choose Hi. 72

Audio System Lighting


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POWER/VOLUMEKNOB

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You operate the disc player with thesame controls used for the radio. Toload or play discs, the ignition switchmust be in the ACCESSORY (I) orON (II) position.

Video CDs and DVD discs do notwork in this unit.

Compatible with variable bit rateand multi-sessionMaximum layers(including ROOT): 8 layers

Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps (MPEG1)8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160kbps (MPEG2)


This audio system can also play CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3or WMA formats. When playing adisc in MP3, you will see ‘‘MP3’’ onthe screen. In WMA format, ‘‘WMA’’will appear on the screen. You canselect up to 99 folders and play up to999 tracks. If the disc has a complexstructure, it takes a while to read thedisc before the system begins to playit.

NOTE:If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc isprotected by digital rightsmanagement (DRM), the audio unitdisplays CD FORMAT, and thenskips to the next file.



The specifications for compatibleMP3 files are:

The specifications for compatibleWMA files are:

Sampling frequency:32/44.1/48 kHzBit rate:48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps

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To Play a Disc

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The disc player is behind thenavigation screen. To use the discplayer, press the OPEN buttonbeside the screen. The screen foldsback, and the disc player appears.

Insert a disc about halfway into thedisc slot. The drive will pull the discin the rest of the way and begin toplay it.

You cannot load and play 3-inch(8-cm) discs in this system.

To return the screen to the uprightposition, press the CLOSE button onthe edge of the screen panel. Do notuse the folded screen as a tray. Ifyou put a cup, for example, on thescreen, the liquid inside the cup mayspill on the screen when you go overa bump.


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You can also operate the audiosystem without using the controlicons on the audio screen. Press theCD button. The status bar appearson the bottom of the screen. On thenavigation screen, you can see theaudio information whenever youtouch the AUDIO INFO icon on thelower of the screen.

When playing a CD recorded withtext data, the track, album, and artistname are shown on the audio display.When playing a disc in MP3 or WMA,the folder number and name, the filenumber and name, the artist name,and the elapsed time are shown. Thesystem will continuously play a discuntil you change modes. If the discwas not recorded with text data, itwill not be displayed.

You can also select an icon with thejoystick. Move it to left, right, up, ordown to change the highlighting andscroll through lists. Then press theENT on the top of the joystick toselect the icon.

Each time you press andrelease (preset 6), the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext track (file in MP3 or WMAmode). Press and release

(preset 5), to skip backward tothe beginning of the current track.Press it again to skip to thebeginning of the previous track.

You can use the preset buttons whilea disc is playing to select passagesand change tracks (files in MP3 orWMA mode). Each preset button’sfunction is shown on the bottom ofthe screen.

To move rapidly withina track/file, press and hold

(preset 4) or (preset 3).

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SKIP

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To continuously replaya track (file in MP3 or WMA mode),press and release the RPT button(preset 1). You will see TRACKREPEAT in the display. Press andhold the RPT button for 2 seconds toturn it off.

This feature,when activated, replays all files onthe selected folder in the order theyare compressed. To activate folderrepeat, press and hold the RPTbutton (preset 1). You will seeFOLDER REPEAT in the display.The system continuously replays thecurrent folder. Press the RPT buttonagain to turn it off. Pressing theRDM button or selecting a differentfolder with the TUNE bar also turnsoff folder repeat.

Thisfeature plays the tracks within a disc(the files within a folder) in randomorder. To activate track random,press and release the RDM button(preset 2). You will see TRACKRANDOM in the display. Press andhold the RDM button for 2 secondsto return to normal play.

Thisfeature, when activated, plays allfiles in each folder in random order,rather than in the order they arecompressed. To activate folderrandom, press the RDM button(preset 2) twice. You will seeFOLDER RANDOM in the display.The system then selects and playsfiles randomly. This continues untilyou deactivate folder random bypressing the RDM button again, or ifyou select a different folder with theTUNE bar.

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You can also select a track/filedirectly from a track list on the audiodisplay. Press the AUDIO button toshow the audio display, then touchthe Track List icon. The track listmenu appears on the display.

Pressing either SKIP button (preset5 or 6) also turns off scan.

The scan function samples all tracks(files in MP3 or WMA) in the orderthey were recorded. To activate scan,press and release the SCAN button.You will see TRACK SCAN in thedisplay. You will get a 10 secondsampling of each track/file on thedisc. Press and hold the SCANbutton for 2 seconds to get out ofscan mode and play the last track/file sampled.

This feature,when activated, samples all the firstfiles in each folder on the disc inorder. To activate folder scan, pressand hold the SCAN button. You willsee FOLDER SCAN in the display.

The system plays the first file ineach folder for about 10 seconds. Ifyou do nothing, the system thenplays the first file in each folder for10 seconds each. After playing thefirst file of the last folder, the systemgoes to normal playing.

Pressing either SKIP button (preset5 or 6), or selecting a different folderwith the TUNE bar, or pressing theSCAN button, also turns off folderscan.

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To remove a disc from the audio unit,fold back the screen by pressing theOPEN button (see page ). Pressthe disc eject button ( ) toremove the disc. If you eject the disc,but do not remove it from the slot,the system will automatically reloadit after 10 seconds and put it in pausemode. To begin playing, press theCD button.

To return the screen to the uprightposition, press the CLOSE button.

When playing a CD recorded withtext data, each track name is shownin the audio display. With a discrecorded in MP3 or WMA, the foldernumber and the location are alsodisplayed.

You cannot close the screen if a discis partially inserted into its slot.

You can also eject the disc when theignition switch is off.

If the disc was not recorded with textdata, only the track number is shown.

To scroll through the display, touchthe or icon on the side of thescreen. To go back to the previousdisplay, touch the Return icon on thescreen.

Select the desired track/file bytouching the icon on the display. Theselected icon will be highlighted inblue. The system begins to play theselected track/file. With a disc inMP3 or WMA, touch the folder iconon the upper left of the screen tomove to the parent folder. Thecurrent folder is highlighted in blue.

To play the radio when a disc isplaying, press the AM/FM button ortouch the FM1, FM2, AM, XM1, orXM2 icon. If a PC card is in the audiounit, touch the CARD icon to playthe PC card. Press the CD buttonagain or touch the CD icon to switchback to the disc player.

If you turn the system off while adisc is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the disc willstay in the drive. When you turn thesystem back on, the disc will beginplaying where it left off.

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To select the disc changer, press theCD/AUX button. The disc and tracknumbers will be displayed. To selecta different disc, use either side of theTUNE bar. To select the previousdisc, press the side. To select thenext disc, press the side.

If you select an empty slot in themagazine, the changer will searchfor the next available disc to load andplay.

For information on how to handleand protect discs, see page .An optional six or eight disc changer

is available for your vehicle. Thisdisc changer uses the same controlsused for the in-dash disc player orthe radio.

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ErrorMessage

Cause SolutionThe chart on the right explains theerror messages you may see in thedisplay while playing a disc.




FOCUS Error

Mechanical Error

TOC Error

High Temperature

Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.Check if it is inserted correctly in the discplayer.Make sure the disc is not scratched or damaged.Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.Check the disc for damage or deformation.If the disc cannot be pulled out, or the errormessage does not disappear after the disc isejected, see your dealer.Press the eject button, and pull out the disc.Check the disc for damage or deformation.Will disappear when the temperature returns tonormal.


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You operate the PC card player withthe same controls used for the radioand the disc player. To load or play acard, the ignition switch must be inthe ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)position.

The PC card player reads and playscards in MP3 or WMA formats.Depending on the format, the screenwill indicate ‘‘MP3’’ or ‘‘WMA’’ whena card is playing. The card limit ofthe player is 99 folders and 999tracks. If the card has a complexstructure, it takes some time for thesystem to begin playing it.

Based on PCMCIA 2.1/JEIDA 4.2,the recommended PC cards for thePC card reader are:

Always use the recommendedmemory card with the appropriateadapter (if an adapter is needed).Some memory cards will not work inthis unit.

When you insert a PC card intothe slot, make sure you put it instraight. If you cannot insert it,remove it, and insert again.

Do not keep PC cards in thevehicle. Direct sunlight and highheat will damage them.

To avoid damaging the cardreader, do not insert hard discdrive cards into the PC card slot.

You cannot close the screen(move it to the upright position)until the PC card is inserted all theway into its slot or removed.

Never insert foreign objects intothe PC card slot.

The specifications for compatibleMP3 files are:



Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160/192/224/256/320 kbps (MPEG1)8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/160 kbps(MPEG2)

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In WMA format, DRM (digital rightsmanagement) files cannot be played.If the system finds a DRM file, itskips that file and plays the nextavailable folder or file.

The PC card slot is behind thenavigation screen. To use the PCcard player, press the OPEN buttonbeside the screen. The screen foldsback, and the PC card slot appears.

Insert a PC card straight into the slot.The drive will read the PC card andbegin to play it.

Return the screen to the uprightposition by pressing the CLOSEbutton on the edge of the screenpanel.

Push the AUDIO button beside thescreen to show the audio display andoperate the PC card player.

You can also operate the audiosystem without using the controlicons on the audio screen. Press anyof the appropriate control buttons.The status bar appears on thebottom of the screen. On thenavigation screen, you can see theaudio information whenever youtouch the AUDIO INFO icon on thescreen.

Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48kHz

Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps

The specifications for compatibleWMA files are:


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There are three play modes: Folder,Artist, and Album. Touch the PLAYMODE icon, then choose one of themodes by touching its icon. When amode is selected, it is highlighted inblue.

If play mode information was notincluded in the tracks when theywere added to the card, it will not bedisplayed on the screen.

Folder mode plays tracks in theorder they were added to the card.

Artist mode plays tracks inalphabetical order, by artist andsong title.

Album mode plays albums(folders) in alphabetical order.


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MODE INDICATOR

PLAY MODE ICON

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To select a play mode, push theAUDIO button to show the audiodisplay, then touch the PLAY MODEicon on the display.

Select the desired mode by touchingthe appropriate icon, or move thejoystick, then press the ENT.

After you select the play mode, thedisplay changes to the selectableplaying menu. If you select‘‘Continue playing the Current Song,’’the system goes into the selectedplay mode after playing the currentfile.


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PLAY MODE ICON

If you select ‘‘Play a New Track List,’’the system goes into the selectedplay mode immediately and begins toplay the files in order to the new list.

To go back to the previous screen,press the CANCEL button on theright side of the screen. To exit theplay mode screens, press the AUDIObutton.

You can use the preset buttons whilea card is playing to select or changefiles. Each preset button’s function isshown on the bottom of the screen.

Icons on the screen can also beselected with the joystick. Move thejoystick left or right and up or downuntil the icon is highlighted, thenpress the ENT on the top of thejoystick to select the icon.



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Each time you press andrelease (preset 6), the playerskips forward to the beginning of thenext file. Press and release

(preset 5), to skip backward tothe beginning of the current file.Press it again to skip to thebeginning of the previous file.

To move rapidly withina file, press and hold (preset 4)or (preset 3).

Toselect a different folder, press eitherside of the TUNE bar to move thebeginning of the next folder. Pressthe side of the TUNE bar to skipthe next folder, and to the side tomove the beginning of the currentfolder. Press it again to skip to thebeginning of the previous folder.

To continuously replaya file, press and release the RPTbutton (preset 1). You will seeTRACK REPEAT in the display.Press the RPT button again to turn itoff.

This feature, whenactivated, replays all the files on theselected folder/artist/album in theorder they are recorded or listed. Toactivate each repeat mode, press andhold the RPT button (preset 1) for 2seconds. You will see FOLDERREPEAT, ARTIST REPEAT orALBUM REPEAT in the display.The system continuously replays thecurrent folder/artist/album. Pressand hold the RPT button for 2seconds again to turn it off. Pressingthe RDM button, or selecting adifferent folder/artist/album withthe TUNE bar also turns off therepeat feature.

This featureplays the files within a folder inrandom order. To activate trackrandom, press and release the RDMbutton (preset 2). You will seeTRACK RANDOM in the display.Press and hold the RDM button for 2seconds to return to normal play.

This feature, whenactivated, plays all files in eachfolder/artist/album in random order,rather than in the order they arerecorded or listed. To activate eachrandom play, press the RDM button(preset 2) 2 times. You will seeFOLDER RANDOM, ARTISTRANDOM or ALBUM RANDOM inthe display.

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TRACK RANDOM (Randomwithin a folder)

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Pressing either of the SKIP buttons(preset 5 or 6) also turns off the scanfeature.

The scan function samplesall files on the PC card in the orderthey are recorded. To activate scan,press and release the SCAN button.You will see TRACK SCAN in thedisplay. You will get a 10 secondsampling of each file on the PC card.Press and hold the SCAN button for2 seconds to get out of scan modeand play the last file sampled.

This feature, whenactivated, samples the first file ineach folder/artist/album on the PCcard in order. To activate each scanfeature, press and hold the SCANbutton until you hear a beep. You willsee FOLDER SCAN, ARTIST SCANor ALBUM SCAN in the display.

The system plays the first file in thefolder for about 10 seconds. If you donothing, the system plays the firstfile in each folder, in order, for 10seconds each. After playing the firstfile of the last folder/artist/album,the system returns to normal play.

Pressing either of the SKIP buttons(preset 5 or 6), selecting a differentfolder/artist/album with the TUNEbar, or pressing the SCAN button,also turns off the scan feature.


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You can also select a file directlyfrom a track list on the audio display.Press the AUDIO button to show theaudio display, then touch the TrackList icon. The track list menuappears on the display.

To scroll through the display, touchthe or icon on the side of thescreen. To go back to the previousdisplay, touch the Return icon.

To play a file, touch its icon on thescreen. In folder mode, touch thefolder icon on the upper left of thescreen to move to the parent folder.The current folder is highlighted inblue.

In artist mode, the artist name is alsodisplayed on the right side of eachselectable icon. Select the desiredfile.


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RETURN ICON

FOLDER ICON

TRACK LIST ICON

ARTIST NAME

In album mode, the album name isalso displayed on the right side ofeach selectable icon. Select thedesired file.

When you select ‘‘Song Search’’ fromthe track list display, the song searchmenu appears.

You can then select any of threemodes to search a file: Title byKeyword, Artist, and Album.


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ARTIST ICON

TITLE BY KEYWORD ICON

RETURN ICON

SONG SEARCH ICON

ALBUM ICONFolder mode is shown.

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Searching for a Song Title by Keyword Searching for a Song by Artist Name

In Title by Keyword mode, enter thetitle name, or any keyword, bytouching the letter icons on thescreen. Press the List icon to beginthe song search. If you press theCANCEL button on the screen, thedisplay returns to the mode menuwithout doing a search.

To cancel the selected letter, selectthe letter and touch the Delete icon.To select more characters, touch theMore icon. The other character listwill be shown.

After the system searches for a song,a file list is displayed. To scrollthrough the list, touch the oricon on the side of the screen. Selectthe desired file by touching theappropriate icon, or moving thejoystick and pressing the ENT.

Select the Artist icon, and the artistlist appears. Select the desired artist,and the artist’s file list is displayed.

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MORE ICON

DELETE ICON LIST ICON

FILE LIST

ARTIST LIST

Searching for a Song by Album Name

Select the Album icon, and thealbum list appears. Select the desiredalbum, and its song list is displayed.You can then select the desired songfrom the list.

To play the radio when a PC card isplaying, press the AM/FM button ortouch the FM1, FM2, AM, XM1, orXM2 icon. If a disc is in the audiounit, press the CD button or touchthe CD icon to play the disc. Touchthe CARD icon to switch back to thePC card player.

If you turn the system off while a PCcard is playing, either with thepower/volume knob or by turningoff the ignition switch, the card willstay in the drive. When you turn thesystem back on, the card will beginplaying where it left off.

When you leave the vehicle, alwaysremove the PC card from the audiounit.

To remove a PC card from the audiounit, fold back the screen bypressing the OPEN button (see page

). Press the eject button ( )to remove the card. If you do notremove it from the slot, you cannotreturn the screen to the uprightposition.

To return the screen to the uprightposition, press the CLOSE button.

You can also eject a card when theignition switch is off.

If there is a problem with the PCcard player, see your dealer.

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To Stop Playing a PC card

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ALBUM LIST

How well the radio receives stationsis dependent on many factors, suchas the distance from the station’stransmitter, nearby large objects,and atmospheric conditions.

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:

AM band: 530 to 1,710 kHzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 MHz

Driving very near the transmitter ofa station that is broadcasting on afrequency close to the frequency ofthe station you are listening to canalso affect your radio’s reception.You may temporarily hear bothstations, or hear only the station youare close to.

A radio station’s signal gets weakeras you get farther away from itstransmitter. If you are listening to anAM station, you will notice the soundvolume becoming weaker, and thestation drifting in and out. If you arelistening to an FM station, you willsee the stereo indicator flickering offand on as the signal weakens.Eventually, the stereo indicator willgo off and the sound will fadecompletely as you get out of range ofthe station’s signal.

Radio stations on the AM band areassigned frequencies at least 10 kHzapart (530, 540, 550). Stations on theFM band are assigned frequencies atleast 0.2 MHz apart (87.9, 88.1, 88.3).

Stations must use these exactfrequencies. It is fairly common forstations to round-off the frequency intheir advertising, so your radio coulddisplay a frequency of 100.9 eventhough the announcer may identifythe station as ‘‘FM101.’’

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Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from the station’s transmitter,and the deflected signal. This causesthe sound to distort or flutter. This isa main cause of poor radio receptionin city driving.

Radio reception can be affected byatmospheric conditions such asthunderstorms, high humidity, andeven sunspots. You may be able toreceive a distant radio station oneday and not receive it the next daybecause of a change in conditions.

Electrical interference from passingvehicles and stationary sources cancause temporary reception problems.


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Handle a disc by its edges; nevertouch either surface. Do not placestabilizer rings or labels on the disc.These, along with contaminationfrom fingerprints, liquids, and felt-tippens, can cause the disc to not playproperly, or possibly jam in the drive.

When using CD-R or CD-RW discs,use only high quality discs labeledfor audio use.

When recording a CD-R orCD-RW, the recording must beclosed for it to be used by thesystem.

Play only standard round discs.Odd-shaped discs may jam in thedrive or cause other problems.

Handle your discs properly toprevent damage and skipping.

When a disc is not being played,store it in its case to protect it fromdust and other contamination. Toprevent warpage, keep discs out ofdirect sunlight and extreme heat.

To clean a disc, use a clean soft cloth.Wipe across the disc from the centerto the outside edge.

A new disc may be rough on theinner and outer edges. The smallplastic pieces causing this roughnesscan flake off and fall on therecording surface of the disc,causing skipping or other problems.Remove these pieces by rubbing theinner and outer edges with the sideof a pencil or pen.

Never try to insert foreign objects inthe system or the magazine.

Protecting Your Discs

General Information Protecting Discs

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Three controls for the audio systemare mounted in the steering wheelhub. These let you control basicfunctions without removing yourhand from the wheel.

The VOL button adjusts the volumeup ( ) or down ( ). Press the topor bottom of the button, hold it untilthe desired volume is reached, thenrelease it.

The MODE button changes themode. Pressing the buttonrepeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM,disc (if a disc is loaded), or a PC card(if it is loaded). On models withsatellite radio system, you can alsoselect XM radio.

If you are listening to the radio, usethe CH button to change stations.Each time you press and release thetop ( ) of the button, the systemgoes to the next preset station on theband you are listening to. Press andrelease the bottom ( ) to go back tothe previous station.

To activate the seek function, pressand hold the top ( ) or bottom ( )of the CH button until you hear a

beep. The system searches up ordown from the current frequency tofind a station with a strong signal.

If you are playing a disc, the systemskips to the beginning of the nexttrack (file in MP3 or WMA format)each time you press the top ( ) ofthe CH button. Press the bottom( ) to return to the beginning of thecurrent track or file. Press it twice toreturn to the previous track or file.

You will see the track/file numberand the elapsed time. If the disc hastext data or is compressed in MP3 orWMA, you can also see any otherinformation (track title, file name,folder name, etc.).

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CH BUTTON MODE BUTTON

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If you are playing a PC card, pressthe top ( ) of the CH button toadvance to the next file. Press thebottom ( ) to go back to theprevious file.

In MP3 or WMA mode, you can usethe seek function to select folders.Press and hold the top ( ) of theCH button until you hear a beep, toskip forward to the first file of thenext folder. Press the bottom ( ) toskip backward to the previous folder.

The auxiliary input jack isunderneath the accessory powersocket on the front panel. Thesystem will accept auxiliary inputfrom standard audio accessories.

When a compatible audio unit isconnected to the jack, press the AUXbutton to select it.

Auxiliary Input Jack

Remote Audio Controls, Playing an Optional Audio Unit

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Your vehicle’s audio system willdisable itself if it is disconnectedfrom electrical power for any reason.To make it work again, you mustenter a specific digit code using thepreset buttons (icon on vehicle’s withnavigation system). Because thereare hundreds of numbercombinations possible from specificdigits, making the system workwithout knowing the exact code isnearly impossible.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected or goes dead, or theradio fuse is removed, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see ‘‘ENTERCODE’’ in the frequency display thenext time you turn on the system.Use the preset buttons (icons onvehicles with navigation system) toenter the code. The code is on theradio code card included in yourowner’s manual kit. When it isentered correctly, the radio will startplaying.

If you make a mistake entering thecode, do not start over; complete thesequence, then enter the correctcode. You have 10 tries to enter thecorrect code. If you are unsuccessfulin 10 attempts, you must then leavethe system on for 1 hour beforetrying again.If you lose the card, you must obtain

the code number from a dealer. Todo this, you will need the system’sserial number.

You should have received a card thatlists your audio system’s code andserial numbers. It is best to store thiscard in a safe place at home. Inaddition, you should write the audiosystem’s serial number in this owner’smanual.

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To set the time, press the CLOCK(AM, AM/FM) button until thedisplayed time begins to blink, thenrelease the button.

Change the hours by pressing the H(preset 1) button until the numbersadvance to the desired time. Changethe minutes by pressing the M(preset 2) button until the numbersadvance to the desired time.

Press the CLOCK (AM, AM/FM)button again to enter the set time.

You can quickly set the time to thenearest hour. If the displayed time isbefore the half hour, pressing theCLOCK (AM, AM/FM) button untilyou hear a beep, then pressing the R(preset 3) button sets the clock backto the previous hour. If the displayedtime is after the half hour, the clocksets forward to the beginning of thenext hour.

For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:001:52 will reset to 2:00

The navigation system receivessignals from the global positioningsystem (GPS), and the displayed

time is updated automatically by theGPS. Refer to the navigation systemmanual for how to adjust the time.

On models with navigation system

On models without navigation system

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MINUTE BUTTON MINUTE BUTTON

HOUR BUTTON RESET BUTTON HOUR BUTTON RESET BUTTON

CLOCK BUTTONCLOCK BUTTON

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Once the security system is set,opening either door without usingthe key or the remote transmitter,the hood, or the trunk will cause thesystem to alarm. It also alarms if theradio is removed from the dashboardor the wiring is cut.

The security system helps to protectyour vehicle and valuables from theft.The horn sounds and a combinationof headlights, parking lights, sidemarker lights, and taillights flashes ifsomeone attempts to break into yourvehicle or remove the radio. Thisalarm continues for 2 minutes, thenthe system resets. To reset analarming system before the 2minutes have elapsed, unlock thedriver’s door with the key or theremote transmitter.

The security system automaticallysets 15 seconds after you lock thedoors, hood, and trunk. For thesystem to activate, you must lock thedoors from the outside with the key,lock tab, door lock switch, or remotetransmitter. The security systemindicator on the instrument panelstarts blinking immediately to showyou the system is setting itself.

With the system set, you can stillopen the trunk with the master key(U.S. LX model) or the remotetransmitter (U.S. EX and Si models)without triggering the alarm. The

alarm will sound if the trunk lock isforced, or the trunk is opened withthe trunk release handle or theemergency trunk opener.

The security system will not set ifthe hood, trunk, or either door is notfully closed. If the system will not set,check the door and trunk openindicators on the instrument panel(see page ), to see if the doorsand the trunk are fully closed. Sinceit is not part of the monitor display,manually check the hood.

Use the remote transmitterto quickly check that the hood, thetrunk, and both doors are closed.Push the lock button twice within 5seconds. There should be an audibleconfirmation beep.

Do not attempt to alter this systemor add other devices to it.

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Push the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel. The CRUISEMAIN indicator on the instrumentpanel comes on.

Accelerate to the desired cruisingspeed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Cruise control allows you to maintaina set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on straight, openhighways. It is not recommended forcity driving, winding roads, slipperyroads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Cruise control may not hold the setspeed when you are going up anddown hills. If your vehicle speedincreases going down a hill, use thebrakes to slow down. This will cancelthe cruise control. To resume the setspeed, press the RES/ACCEL button.The CRUISE CONTROL indicatoron the instrument panel will comeback on.

When climbing a steep hill, theautomatic transmission maydownshift to hold the set speed.

Press and release the SET/DECEL button on the steeringwheel. The CRUISE CONTROLindicator on the instrument panelcomes on to show the system isnow activated.

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Using Cruise Control

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CANCEL BUTTON

CRUISE BUTTON RES/ACCEL

SET/DECELImproper use of the cruisecontrol can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control onlywhen traveling on openhighways in good weather.

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:

Press and hold the RES/ACCELbutton. When you reach thedesired cruising speed, release thebutton.

To increase the speed in verysmall amounts, tap the RES/ACCEL button. Each time you dothis, your vehicle speeds up about1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Press and hold the SET/DECELbutton. Release the button whenyou reach the desired speed.

You can decrease the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:

Even with the cruise control turnedon, you can still use the acceleratorpedal to speed up for passing. Aftercompleting the pass, take your footoff the accelerator pedal. The vehiclewill return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake orclutch pedal causes the cruisecontrol to cancel.

To slow down in very smallamounts, tap the SET/DECELbutton. Each time you do this,your vehicle will slow down about1 mph (1.6 km/h).

Tap the brake or clutch pedallightly with your foot. TheCRUISE CONTROL indicator onthe instrument panel goes out.When the vehicle slows to thedesired speed, press the SET/DECEL button.

Push on the accelerator pedal untilyou reach the desired cruisingspeed, then press the SET/DECEL button.

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You can cancel cruise control in anyof these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on thesteering wheel.

Push the CRUISE button on thesteering wheel.

When you push the CANCEL button,or tap the brake or clutch pedal, thesystem remembers the previouslyset cruising speed. To return to thatspeed, accelerate to above 25 mph(40 km/h) and then press andrelease the RES/ACCEL button. TheCRUISE CONTROL indicator comeson, and the vehicle accelerates to thesame cruising speed as before.

Pressing the CRUISE button turnsthe system off and erases theprevious cruising speed.

Cruise Control

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to properly storeluggage or packages. Theinformation in this section will helpyou. If you plan to add anyaccessories to your vehicle, pleaseread the information in this sectionfirst.

.............................Break-in Period . 180.................Fuel Recommendation . 180

.........Service Station Procedures . 181....................................Refueling . 181

Opening and Closing................................the Hood . 182

...................................Oil Check . 183.............Engine Coolant Check . 185

...............................Fuel Economy . 185...Accessories and Modifications . 186

.............................Carrying Cargo . 188

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Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapidacceleration.

You should also follow theserecommendations with anoverhauled or exchanged engine, orwhen the brakes are replaced.

Avoid hard braking for the first200 miles (300 km).

Do not change the oil until thescheduled maintenance time.

We recommend using qualitygasolines containing detergentadditives that help prevent fuelsystem and engine deposits.

In addition, in order to maintain goodperformance, fuel economy, andemissions control, we stronglyrecommend, in areas where it isavailable, the use of gasoline thatdoes NOT contain manganese-basedfuel additives such as MMT.

Use of gasoline with these additivesmay adversely affect performance,and cause the malfunction indicatorlamp on your instrument panel tocome on. If this happens, contactyour authorized dealer for service.

Your vehicle is designed to operateon unleaded gasoline with a pumpoctane number of 87 or higher. Useof a lower octane gasoline can causea persistent, heavy, metallic rappingnoise that can lead to engine damage.

Your vehicle is designed to operateon premium unleaded gasoline with apump octane number of 91 or higher.Use of a lower octane gasoline cancause occasional metallic knockingnoises in the engine and will result indecreased engine performance. Useof a gasoline with a pump octanenumber less than 87 can lead toengine damage.

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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

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Park with the driver’s side closestto the service station pump.

For further important fuel-relatedinformation, please refer to your

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Some gasoline today is blended withoxygenates such as ethanol orMTBE. Your vehicle is designed tooperate on oxygenated gasolinecontaining up to 10% ethanol byvolume and up to 15% MTBE byvolume. Do not use gasolinecontaining methanol.

If you notice any undesirableoperating symptoms, try anotherservice station or switch to anotherbrand of gasoline.

You may hear a knocking noise fromthe engine if you drive the vehicle atlow engine speed (below about 1,000rpm) in a higher gear. To stop this,raise the engine speed by shifting toa lower gear.

Open the fuel fill door by pushingon the handle to the left of thedriver’s seat.

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Gasoline is highly flammableand explosive. You can beburned or seriously injuredwhen handling fuel.

Stop the engine, and keepheat, sparks, and flame away.Handle fuel only outdoors.Wipe up spills immediately.

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle under the lower leftcorner of the dashboard. Thehood will pop up slightly.

Screw the fuel fill cap back onuntil it clicks at least once. If youdo not properly tighten the cap,the malfunction indicator lampmay come on (see page ). Youwill also see a ‘‘CHECK FUELCAP’’ message on the informationdisplay.

Push the fuel fill door closed untilit latches.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly.You may hear a hissing sound aspressure inside the tank escapes.The fuel fill cap is attached to thefuel filler with a tether. Place thecap in the holder on the fuel filldoor.

Stop filling the tank after the fuelnozzle automatically clicks off. Donot try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leavesome room for the fuel to expandwith temperature changes.

even though the tank is not full,there may be a problem with yourvehicle’s fuel vapor recoverysystem. The system helps keepfuel vapor from going into theatmosphere. Try filling at anotherpump. If this does not fix theproblem, consult your dealer.

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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.

Put your fingers under the frontedge of the hood near the center.Slide your hand to the left untilyou feel the hood latch handle.Push this handle up to release it.Lift up the hood.

If the hood latch handle movesstiffly, or if you can open the hoodwithout lifting the handle, themechanism should be cleaned andlubricated.

Pull the support rod out of its clipby holding the grip, and insert theend into the designated hole in thehood.

To close the hood, lift it up slightlyto remove the support rod fromthe hole. Put the support rod backinto its holding clip. Lower thehood to about a foot (30 cm) abovethe fender, then let it drop. Makesure it is securely latched.

Remove the dipstick (orangehandle).

Insert it all the way back in its tube.

Wipe off the dipstick with a cleancloth or paper towel.

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Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.

If it is near or below the lower mark,see on page .

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Look at the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. Make sure it isbetween the MAX and MIN lines. Ifit is below the MIN line, see

on page forinformation on adding the propercoolant.

Refer toon page for information

about checking other items on yourvehicle.

Always maintain your vehicleaccording to the maintenanceminder displayed in theinformation display. See

on page.

Always drive in the highest gearpossible.

Drive moderately. Rapidacceleration, abrupt cornering,and hard braking use more fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud onyour vehicle’s underside addsweight and rolling resistance.Frequent cleaning helps your fuelmileage and reduces the chance ofcorrosion.

an underinflated tirecauses more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’which uses more fuel.

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AddingEngine Coolant

Owner’s MaintenanceChecks

Engine Coolant Check Improving Fuel Economy

Owner’sMaintenance Checks

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RESERVE TANK

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When properly installed, cellularphones, alarms, two-way radios, andlow-powered audio systems shouldnot interfere with your vehicle’scomputer controlled systems, suchas your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle, or improve its performance.These accessories have beendesigned and approved for yourvehicle, and are covered by warranty.

Modifying your vehicle, or installingsome non-Honda accessories, canmake it unsafe. Before you make anymodifications or add any accessories,be sure to read the followinginformation.

Although non-Honda accessoriesmay fit on your vehicle, they may notmeet factory specifications, andcould adversely affect your vehicle’shandling and stability.

Try to maintain a constant speed.Every time you slow down andspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel. Use cruise control whenappropriate.

Combine several short trips intoone.

The air conditioning puts an extraload on the engine which makes ituse more fuel. Use the fresh-airventilation when possible.

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Improper accessories ormodifications can affect yourvehicle’s handling, stability, andperformance, and cause acrash in which you can be hurtor killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regardingaccessories and modifications.

Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.

Modifying your steering wheel orany other part of your vehicle’ssafety features can make thesystems ineffective.

If you plan to modify your vehicle,consult your dealer.

Removing parts from your vehicle,or replacing components withnon-Honda components couldseriously affect your vehicle’shandling, stability, and reliability.

Some examples are:

Lowering your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit thatsignificantly reduces groundclearance can allow theundercarriage to hit speed bumpsor other raised objects, whichcould cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with anon-Honda suspension kit canaffect the handling and stability.

Before installing any accessory:

Make sure the accessory does notobscure any lights, or interferewith proper vehicle operation orperformance.

Be sure electronic accessories donot overload electrical circuits(see page ) or interfere withthe proper operation of yourvehicle.

Do not install accessories on theside pillars or across the rearwindows. In these areas,accessories may interfere withproper operation of the sidecurtain airbags.

Before installing any electronicaccessory, have the installercontact your dealer for assistance.If possible, have your dealerinspect the final installation.

Non-Honda wheels can causeexcessive stress on suspensioncomponents.

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Accessories and Modifications

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Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:

Door and seat-back pocketsGlove box

However, carrying too much cargo,or improperly storing it, can affectyour vehicle’s handling, stability,stopping distance, and tires, andmake it unsafe. Before carrying anytype of cargo, be sure to read thefollowing pages.

Trunk, including the rear seatswhen folded down

Center pocketConsole compartment

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TRUNK

GLOVE BOX

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SEAT-BACK POCKET

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Determine the combined weightof luggage and cargo being loadedon the vehicle. That weight maynot safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacitycalculated in step 4.

Steps for Determining Correct LoadLimit:

Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard.[The placard is on the driver’sdoorjamb.]

Determine the combined weightof the driver and passengers thatwill be riding in your vehicle.

The resulting figure equals theavailable amount of cargo andluggage load capacity.For example, if the maximum loadis 850 lbs and there will be five 150lb passengers in your vehicle, theamount of available cargo andluggage load capacity is 100 lbs.(850 750 (5 150) = 100 lbs.)

The maximum load for your vehicleis 850 lbs (385 kg) for U.S. modelsand 395 kg for Canadian models.This figure includes the total weightof all occupants, cargo, andaccessories.

In addition, the total weight of thevehicle, all occupants, accessoriesand cargo must not exceed the grossvehicle weight rating (GVWR) or thegross axle weight rating (GAWR).Both are on a label on the driver’sdoorjamb.

Subtract the combined weight ofthe driver and passengers from850 lbs.

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Overloading or improperloading can affect handling andstability and cause a crash inwhich you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and otherloading guidelines in thismanual.

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.

Do not put any items on top of therear shelf. They can block yourview and be thrown around thevehicle during a crash.

Keep the glove box closed whiledriving. If it is open, a passengercould injure their knees during acrash or sudden stop.

Be sure items placed on the floorbehind the front seats cannot rollunder the seats and interfere withthe driver’s ability to operate thepedals, the proper operation of theseats, or proper operation of thesensors under the seats.

Distribute cargo evenly on thefloor of the trunk, placing theheaviest items on the bottom andas far forward as possible.

If you fold down the back seat, tiedown items that could be thrownabout the vehicle during a crash orsudden stop.

If you carry large items thatprevent you from closing the trunklid, exhaust gas can enter thepassenger area. To avoid thepossibility of

, follow the instructionson page .

The cargo net can be used to helphold down items stored in the trunk.

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Carrying Cargo in the Trunk

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This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate themanual and automatic transmissions.It also includes importantinformation on parking your vehicle,the braking system, and the vehiclestability assist (VSA) system.

.......................Driving Guidelines . 192........................Preparing to Drive . 193.......................Starting the Engine . 194

...................Manual Transmission . 195..............Automatic Transmission . 198

...........................................Parking . 202.............................Braking System . 203

...............Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 204Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)

........................................System . 206...........................Towing a Trailer . 208

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Because of the low-profile tiresfitted to your vehicle, the alloywheels are closer to the ground.Driving over a pothole or roaddebris at too high a speed canseriously damage a wheel. Slowdown under these conditions.

Curbs and steep inclines coulddamage the front and rearbumpers. Low curbs that do notaffect the average vehicle may behigh enough to hit the bumper onyour vehicle. The front or rearbumper may scrape when trying todrive onto an incline, such as asteep driveway or trailer ramps.

Use caution if you ever drive yourvehicle on very rough or ruttedroads. You could damage thesuspension and underbody bybottoming out. Going too fast overparking lot ‘‘speed bumps’’ canalso cause damage.

Your vehicle is designed to give youoptimum handling and performanceon well-maintained roads. As part ofthis design, your vehicle has aminimum of ground clearance andvery low-profile tires.

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Fasten your seat belt. Check thatyour passengers have fastenedtheir seat belts (see page ).

Make sure the doors are securelyclosed and locked.

Check the steering wheeladjustment (see page ).

Check the adjustment of theinside and outside mirrors (seepage ).

Check that any items you may becarrying are stored properly orfastened down securely.

Check the seat adjustment (seepage ).

Make sure all windows, mirrors,and outside lights are clean andunobstructed. Remove frost, snow,or ice.

You should do the following checksand adjustments before you driveyour vehicle.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

Check that the trunk is fullyclosed.

When you start the engine, checkthe gauges and indicators in theinstrument panel (see page ).

Visually check the tires. If a tirelooks low, use a gauge to check itspressure (see page ).

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In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, turn the ignition key to theSTART (III) position. Do not holdthe key in the START (III)position for more than 15 secondsat a time. If the engine does notstart right away, pause for at least10 seconds before trying again.

Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Press on the brake pedal.

If the engine fails to start, pressthe accelerator pedal all the waydown, and hold it there whilestarting to clear flooding. If theengine still does not start, returnto step 5.

If the engine does not start within15 seconds, or starts but stallsright away, repeat step 4 with theaccelerator pedal pressed halfwaydown. If the engine starts, releasepressure on the accelerator pedalso the engine does not race.

Press the clutch pedal down all theway. The START (III) positiondoes not function unless the clutchpedal is pressed.

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The engine is harder to start in coldweather. Also, the thinner air f ound ataltitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400meters) adds to this problem.

The immobilizer system protects yourvehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, theengine’s f uel system is disabled. Formore inf ormation, see page .

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The manual transmission issynchronized in all forward gears forsmooth operation. It has a lockout soyou cannot shift directly from fifth toreverse.

On vehicles with 6-speed manualtransmission, the lockout systemprevents you from shifting directlyfrom any forward gear to reversewhile the vehicle is moving at acertain speed (see page ).

When shifting up or down, makesure you push the clutch pedal downall the way, shift to the next gear,and let the pedal up gradually. Whenyou are not shifting, do not rest yourfoot on the clutch pedal. This can

cause your clutch to wear out faster.

Come to a full stop before you shiftinto reverse. You can damage thetransmission by trying to shift intoreverse with the vehicle moving.Push down the clutch pedal, andpause for a few seconds beforeshifting into reverse, or shift into oneof the forward gears for a moment.This stops the gears so they won’t‘‘grind.’’

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The engine can be damaged ifyou inadvertently downshift into thewrong gear (for example, going fromthird gear at high rpms to second gearinstead of upshifting to fourth gear; theengine speed limiter will not work in thissituation).

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Note:

SiDX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX

Shift up

1st to 2nd2nd to 3rd3rd to 4th4th to 5th5th to 6th

When slowing down, you can getextra braking from the engine byshifting to a lower gear. This extrabraking can help you maintain a safespeed and prevent your brakes fromoverheating while going down asteep hill. Before downshifting,make sure the engine speed will notgo into the tachometer’s red zone inthe lower gear.

Your vehicle is equipped with analuminum shift lever. If you leave thevehicle parked outside for a long

time on a hot day, be careful beforemoving the shift lever. Because ofthe heat, the shift lever may beextremely hot. If the outsidetemperature is low, the shift leverfeels cold.

Drive in the highest gear that letsthe engine run and acceleratesmoothly. This will give you goodfuel economy and effectiveemissions control. The followingshift points are recommended:

Shift up

1st to 2nd2nd to 3rd3rd to 4th4th to 5th

Normal acceleration

15 mph (24 km/h)27 mph (43 km/h)39 mph (63 km/h)53 mph (85 km/h)

Normal acceleration

17 mph (27 km/h)29 mph (47 km/h)37 mph (60 km/h)43 mph (69 km/h)49 mph (79 km/h)

With 5-speed manual transmission

With 6-speed manual transmission

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Rapid slowing or speeding-upcan cause loss of control onslippery surfaces. If you crash,you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving onslippery surfaces.

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce therpm below the red zone.

Before downshifting, make sure theengine will not go into thetachometer’s red zone.

Your vehicle has a rev limit indicatorto show you when the engine speedis near the tachometer’s red zone(see page ).

If you are still unable to shift toreverse, apply the parking brake,and turn the ignition key to theACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)position.

With the clutch pedal still pressed,start the engine.

Press the clutch pedal, and shift toreverse.

If you need to use this procedure toshift to reverse, your vehicle may bedeveloping a problem. Have thevehicle checked by your dealer.

The manual transmission haslockout so you cannot accidentallyshift from any forward gear toreverse while the vehicle is movingat a certain speed. If you cannot shiftto reverse when the vehicle isstopped, do the following.

With the clutch pedal pressed,move the shift lever to the first/second gear side of the neutralgate, then shift to reverse.

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These indicators on the instrumentpanel show which position the shiftlever is in.

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for afew seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it flashes while driving (inany shift position), it indicates apossible problem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lampcomes on along with the ‘‘D’’indicator, there is a problem with theautomatic transmission controlsystem. Avoid rapid acceleration, andhave the transmission checked byyour dealer as soon as possible.

To shift from Park to any position,press firmly on the brake pedal andpress the release button on the frontof the shift lever, then pull the lever.You cannot shift out of Park whenthe ignition switch is in the LOCK(0) or the ACCESSORY (I) position.

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If you have done all of the above andstill cannot move the lever out ofPark, see onpage .

To avoid transmission damage, cometo a complete stop before shiftinginto Park. You must also press therelease button to shift into Park. Theshift lever must be in Park beforeyou can remove the key from theignition switch.

Press the brakepedal and press the release buttonon the front of the shift lever to shiftfrom Park to reverse. To shift fromreverse to neutral, come to acomplete stop, and then shift. Pressthe release button before shiftinginto reverse from neutral.

This position mechani-cally locks the transmission. UsePark whenever you are turning off orstarting the engine. To shift out ofPark, you must press on the brakepedal and have your foot off theaccelerator pedal. Press the releasebutton on the front of the shift leverto move it.

Use neutral if youneed to restart a stalled engine, or ifit is necessary to stop briefly withthe engine idling. Shift to the Parkposition if you need to leave yourvehicle for any reason. Press on thebrake pedal when you are movingthe shift lever from neutral toanother gear.

Use this position foryour normal driving. Thetransmission automatically selects asuitable gear (1 through 5) for yourspeed and acceleration. You maynotice the transmission shifting up athigher engine speeds when theengine is cold. This helps the enginewarm up faster.

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To shift from:P to R

R to PN to RD to 22 to 11 to 2

2 to DD to DD to ND to DN to DR to N

Do this:Press the brake pedal, andpress the shift lever releasebutton.

Press the shift lever releasebutton.

Move the shift lever.

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To shift to second,press the release button on the frontof the shift lever. This position locksthe transmission in second gear. Itdoes not downshift to first gearwhen you come to a stop.

Use second gear:For more power when climbing.To increase engine braking whengoing down steep hills.For starting out on a slipperysurface or in deep snow.To help reduce wheel spin.

To shift from second tofirst, press the release button on thefront of the shift lever. This positionlocks the transmission in first gear.By upshifting and downshiftingthrough 1, 2, D , and D, you canoperate the transmission much like amanual transmission without aclutch pedal.

If you exceed the maximum speedfor the gear you are in, the enginespeed will enter into the tachometer’sred zone. If this occurs, you may feelthe engine cut in and out. This iscaused by a limiter in the engine’scomputer controls. The engine willrun normally when you reduce therpm below the red zone.

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Do this if pushing on the brake pedaland pressing the release button doesnot shift the transmission out ofPark:

Set the parking brake.

Remove the key from the ignitionswitch.

Put a cloth on the edge of the shiftlock release slot cover. Using asmall flat-tipped screwdriver or a

metal fingernail file, carefully pryon the edge of the cover to removeit.

Insert the key in the shift lockrelease slot.

If you need to use the shift lockrelease, it means your vehicle isdeveloping a problem. Have itchecked by your dealer.

Push down on the key while youpress the release button on theshift lever and move the lever outof Park to neutral.

Remove the key from the shiftlock release slot, then install thecover. Make sure the notch on thecover is on the rear.Return the key to the ignitionswitch, press the brake pedal, andrestart the engine.1.

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If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, set the parking brakebefore you put the transmission inPark. This keeps the vehicle frommoving and putting pressure on theparking mechanism in thetransmission.

If the vehicle is facing uphill, turnthe front wheels away from thecurb. If you have a manualtransmission, put it in first gear.

If the vehicle is facing downhill,turn the front wheels toward thecurb. If you have a manualtransmission, put it in reverse gear.

Make sure the parking brake isfully released before driving away.Driving with the parking brakepartially set can overheat ordamage the rear brakes.

Make sure the moonroof (ifequipped) and the windows areclosed.

Lock the doors.

Place any packages, valuables, etc.,in the trunk or take them with you.

Turn off the lights.

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly, oryour vehicle may roll if it is parkedon an incline.

Check the indicator on theinstrument panel to verify that thesecurity system is set.

Never park over dry leaves, tallgrass, or other flammablematerials. The hot three waycatalytic converter could causethese materials to catch on fire.

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Parking Tips

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Never install a sunshade between theupper and lower meters on theinstrument panel. If you do, you couldcause heat damage to the upper meteron a very hot day.

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until they do. Be extracautious in your driving.

The hydraulic system that operatesthe brakes has two separate circuits.Each circuit works diagonally acrossthe vehicle (the left-front brake isconnected with the right-rear brake,etc.). If one circuit should develop aproblem, you will still have brakingat two wheels.

Resting your foot on the pedal keepsthe brakes applied lightly, builds upheat, and reduces their effectiveness.It also keeps your brake lights on allthe time, confusing drivers behindyou.

Constant application of the brakeswhen going down a long hill buildsup heat and reduces their effective-ness. Use the engine to assist thebrakes by taking your foot off theaccelerator and downshifting to alower gear.

Your vehicle is equipped with frontdisc brakes. The brakes on the rearwheels may be disc or drum,depending on the model. A powerassist helps reduce the effort neededon the brake pedal. The ABS helpsyou retain steering control whenbraking very hard.

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads replaced, they willscreech all the time. It is normal forthe brakes to occasionally squeal orsqueak when you apply them.

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Brake Wear Indicators

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The anti-lock brake system (ABS)helps prevent the wheels fromlocking up, and helps you retainsteering control by pumping thebrakes rapidly, much faster than aperson can do it.

The ABS also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution accordingto vehicle loading.

Let the ABS work for you by alwayskeeping firm, steady pressure on thebrake pedal. This is sometimesreferred to as ‘‘stomp and steer.’’

You will feel a pulsation in the brakepedal when the ABS activates, andyou may hear some noise. This isnormal: it is the ABS rapidlypumping the brakes. On drypavement, you will need to press onthe brake pedal very hard before theABS activates. However, you mayfeel the ABS activate immediately ifyou are trying to stop on snow or ice.

If this indicator comes on, the anti-lock function of the braking systemhas shut down. The brakes still worklike a conventional system, butwithout anti-lock. You should haveyour dealer inspect your vehicle assoon as possible.

If the indicator comes on whiledriving, test the brakes as instructedon page .267

You should never pump the brake pedal.

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on loose oruneven surfaces, such as gravel orsnow, than a vehicle without anti-lock.

It only helps with thesteering control during braking.

such as trying to take acorner too fast or making a suddenlane change. Always drive at a safespeed for the road and weatherconditions.

Always steer moderatelywhen you are braking hard. Severeor sharp steering wheel movementcan still cause your vehicle to veerinto oncoming traffic or off the road.

If the ABS indicator and the brakesystem indicator come on together,and the parking brake is fullyreleased, the EBD system may alsobe shut down.

Test your brakes as instructed onpage . If the brakes feel normal,drive slowly and have your vehiclerepaired by your dealer as soon aspossible. Avoid sudden hard brakingwhich could cause the rear wheels tolock up and possibly lead to a loss ofcontrol.

The VSA indicator will come onalong with the ABS indicator.

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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

A vehicle with ABS may require alonger distance to stop

Important Safety RemindersABS does not reduce the time ordistance it takes to stop thevehicle.

ABS will not prevent a skid thatresults from changing directionabruptly,

ABS cannot prevent a loss ofstability.

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The vehicle stability assist (VSA)system helps to stabilize the vehicleduring cornering if the vehicle turnsmore or less than desired. It alsoassists you in maintaining tractionwhile accelerating on loose orslippery road surfaces. It does thisby regulating the engine’s output andby selectively applying the brakes.

When VSA activates, you may noticethat the engine does not respond tothe accelerator in the same way itdoes at other times. There may alsobe some unusual noise from themodulator. You will also see the VSAactivation indicator blink.

The VSA system cannot enhance thevehicle’s driving stability in allsituations and does not control yourvehicle’s entire braking system. It isstill your responsibility to drive andcorner at reasonable speeds and toleave a sufficient margin of safety.

When VSA activates, you will see theVSA Activation indicator blinks.

If this indicator comes on whiledriving, pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe, and turn off theengine. Reset the system byrestarting the engine. If the VSAsystem indicator stays on, or comesback on while driving, have the VSAsystem inspected by your dealer.

If the indicator does not come onwhen the ignition switch is turned tothe ON (II) position, there may be aproblem with the VSA system. Haveyour dealer inspect your vehicle assoon as possible (see page ).

Without VSA, your vehicle will havenormal braking and cornering ability,but it will not have VSA traction andstability enhancement.

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This switch is under the left vent.Press it to turn the VSA system onand off.

When VSA is off, the VSA activationindicator comes on as a reminder.

In certain unusual conditions whenyour vehicle gets stuck in shallowmud or fresh snow, it may be easierto free it with the VSA temporarilyswitched off. When the VSA systemis off, the traction control system isalso off. You should only attempt tofree your vehicle with the VSA off ifyou are not able to free it when theVSA is on.

Immediately after freeing yourvehicle, be sure to switch the VSA onagain. We do not recommend drivingyour vehicle with the VSA andtraction control systems switched off.

VSA is turned on every time youstart the engine, even if you turned itoff the last time you drove thevehicle.

Driving with varying tire or wheelsizes may cause the VSA tomalfunction. When replacing tires,make sure they are of the same sizeand type as your original tires (seepage ).

If you install winter tires, make surethey are the same size as those thatwere originally supplied with yourvehicle. Exercise the same cautionduring winter driving as you would ifyour vehicle was not equipped withVSA.

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Your vehicle is not designed to tow atrailer; attempting to do so can voidyour warranties.

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This section explains why it isimportant to keep your vehicle wellmaintained and how to follow basicmaintenance safety precautions.

If you have the skills and tools toperform more complex maintenancetasks on your vehicle, you may wantto purchase the service manual. Seepage for information on how toobtain a copy, or see your dealer.

This section also includesinstructions on how to read themaintenance minder messages onthe information display, amaintenance record, and instructionsfor simple maintenance tasks youmay want to take care of yourself.

......................Maintenance Safety . 210....................Maintenance Minder . 211....................Maintenance Record . 218

..............................Fluid Locations . 220........................Adding Engine Oil . 222

.......Recommended Engine Oil . 222..............................Synthetic Oil . 223

................Engine Oil Additives . 223.........Changing the Oil and Filter . 224

..............................Engine Coolant . 226....................Windshield Washers . 229

....Automatic Transmission Fluid . 230........Manual Transmission Fluid . 231

................Brake and Clutch Fluid . 232....................Power Steering Fluid . 233

.............................................Lights . 234................Cleaning the Seat Belts . 239

.....................................Floor Mats . 240..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 241

.................................Wiper Blades . 241...............................................Tires . 243

...................Checking the Battery . 250.............................Vehicle Storage . 252

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To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.

Donot run the engine unlessinstructed to do so.

Some of the most important safetyprecautions are given here. However,we cannot warn you of everyconceivable hazard that can arise inperforming maintenance. Only youcan decide whether or not youshould perform a given task.

All service items not detailed in thissection should be performed by acertified technician or other qualifiedmechanic.

Make sure your vehicle is parkedon level ground, the parking brakeis set, and the engine is off.

To clean parts, use a commerciallyavailable degreaser or partscleaner, not gasoline.

To reduce the possibility of fire orexplosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,and flames away from the batteryand all fuel-related parts.

Wear eye protection andprotective clothing when workingwith the battery or compressed air.

Be sure there isadequate ventilation whenever youoperate the engine.

Let theengine and exhaust system cooldown before touching any parts.

Maintenance Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Injury from moving parts.

Potential Vehicle HazardsCarbon Monoxide poison fromengine exhaust.

Burns from hot parts.

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Failure to properly followmaintenance instructions andprecautions can cause you tobe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the proceduresand precautions in this owner’smanual.

Improperly maintaining thisvehicle, or failing to correct aproblem before driving cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Always follow the inspectionand maintenancerecommendations andschedules in this owner’smanual.

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Calculated EngineOil Life (%)

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DisplayedEngine Oil Life (%)

100 %90 %80 %70 %60 %50 %40 %30 %20 %15 %10 %15 %5 %0 %

Your vehicle displays engine oil lifeand maintenance service items onthe information display to show youwhen you should have your dealerperform engine oil replacement andindicated maintenance service.

Based on the engine operatingconditions and accumulated enginerevolutions, the onboard computer inyour vehicle calculates the remainingengine oil life and displays it as apercentage.

The remaining engine oil life isdisplayed on the information displayaccording to this table:

To see the current engine oil life,turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, then push and releasethe SEL/RESET button repeatedlyuntil the engine oil life indicatorappears (see page ).64

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MAINTENANCEMINDER INDICATOR

ENGINE OIL LIFEINDICATOR

INFORMATION DISPLAY

If the remaining engine oil life is 15to 6 percent, you will see the engineoil life indicator every time you turnthe ignition switch to the ON (II)position. The maintenance minderindicator will also come on, and themaintenance item code(s) for otherscheduled maintenance itemsneeding service will be displayednext to the engine oil life indicator.

When the remaining engine oil life is5 to 1 percent, you will see a‘‘SERVICE’’ message along with thesame maintenance item code(s),every time you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position.

The 15 and 10 percent oil lifeindicator reminds you that the timeis coming soon to take your vehiclein for the required maintenance.

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ENGINE OIL LIFEINDICATOR

MAINTENANCEITEM CODE(S)

SERVICE MESSAGE

If you do not perform the indicatedmaintenance, negative mileage isdisplayed and begins to blink afterthe vehicle has been driven 10 miles(10 km) or more.Negative mileage means yourvehicle has passed the maintenancerequired point.Immediately have the indicatedmaintenance done by your dealer.

When the remaining engine oil life is0 percent, the engine oil life indicatorwill blink. The display comes onevery time you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position. Themaintenance minder indicator( ) also comes on and remainson in the instrument panel. Whenyou see this message, immediatelyhave the indicated maintenance doneby your dealer.

The maintenance item code or codesindicate the main and sub itemsrequired at the time of the oil change(see page ).

You can switch the display to theodometer, the trip meter, and theoutside temperature indicator (ifequipped) by pushing the SEL/RESET button on the dashboardrepeatedly.

When the engine oil life is 15 to 1percent, the maintenance minderindicator ( ) comes on everytime you turn the ignition switch tothe ON (II) position, then it goes outif you switch the information display.

When you see this message, havethe indicated maintenanceperformed by your dealer as soon aspossible.

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NEGATIVE MILEAGE

Your dealer will reset the displayafter completing the requiredmaintenance service. You will see‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the informationdisplay the next time you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position.

If maintenance service is done bysomeone other than your dealer,reset the maintenance minder asfollows:

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.

Press the SEL/RESET buttonrepeatedly until the engine oil lifeindicator is displayed.

All maintenance items displayed inthe information display are in code.For an explanation of thesemaintenance codes, see page .

You can change the informationdisplay from the engine oil lifedisplay to the odometer, the tripmeter, or the outside temperature (ifequipped) every time you press andrelease the SEL/RESET button.

When the engine oil life is 0 percentor negative mileage, themaintenance minder indicator( ) remains on even if youchange the information display.

Immediately have the serviceperformed, and make sure to resetthe display as described on thefollowing.

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If you have the required servicedone but do not reset the display, orreset the display without doing theservice, the system will not show theproper maintenance intervals. Thiscan lead to serious mechanicalproblems because you will no longerhave an accurate record of whenmaintenance is needed.

Your authorized Honda dealerknows your vehicle best and canprovide competent, efficient service.

Press the SEL/RESET button formore than 5 seconds. Themaintenance item code(s) willdisappear, and the engine oil lifewill reset to ‘‘100.’’

Press the SEL/RESET button forabout 10 seconds. The engine oillife and the maintenance itemcode(s) will blink.

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Engine coolant level Check theradiator reserve tank every timeyou fill the fuel tank. See page .

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Brakes Check the fluid levelmonthly. See page .

Tires Check the tire pressuremonthly. Examine the tread forwear and foreign objects. See page

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Lights Check the operation ofthe headlights, parking lights,taillights, high-mount brake light,and license plate lights monthly.See page .

U.S. Vehicles:

According to state and federalregulations, failure to performmaintenance on the items markedwith will not void your emissionswarranties. However, allmaintenance services should beperformed in accordance with theintervals indicated by theinformation display.

You should check the followingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.

However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to keep your warrantiesin effect. Maintenance may be doneby any qualified service facility orperson who is skilled in this type ofautomotive service. Make sure tohave the service facility or personreset the display as previouslydescribed. Keep all receipts as proofof completion, and have the personwho does the work fill out themaintenance record. Check yourwarranty booklet for moreinformation.

We recommend using Honda partsand fluids whenever you havemaintenance done. These aremanufactured to the same highquality standards as the originalcomponents, so you can be confidentof their performance and durability.

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If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after thedisplay is reset, change the engine oil every year.

See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first columnon page .

Independent of the maintenance minder indicator in the informationdisplay, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.

Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).

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Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oilReplace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brake adjustmentVisually inspect these items:

Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft bootsBrake hoses and line (including ABS)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connections

Maintenance Sub ItemsRotate tiresReplace air cleaner element

If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000miles (24,000 km).

Replace dust and pollen filterIf you drive primarily in urban areas that have highconcentrations of soot in the air from industry andfrom diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000miles (24,000 km).

Inspect drive beltReplace transmission fluidReplace spark plugsInspect valve clearanceReplace engine coolant

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ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange handle)

CLUTCH FLUID(Light gray cap)

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-gradedetergent oil displaying the APICertification Seal. This seal indicatesthe oil is energy conserving, and thatit meets the American PetroleumInstitute’s latest requirements. It ishighly recommended that you useHonda Motor Oil in your vehicle foroptimum engine protection.

Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, andtighten it securely. Wait a fewminutes, and recheck the oil level onthe engine oil dipstick. Do not fillabove the upper mark; you coulddamage the engine.

Unscrew and remove the engine oilfill cap on the valve cover. Pour inthe oil slowly and carefully so you donot spill any. Clean up any spillsimmediately. Spilled oil coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

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You may use a synthetic motor oil ifit meets the same requirementsgiven for a conventional motor oil: itdisplays the API certification seal,and it is the proper weight. You mustfollow the oil and filter changeintervals shown on the informationdisplay.

Your vehicle does not require any oiladditives. Additives may adverselyaffect the engine or transmissionperformance and durability.An oil with a viscosity of 5W-30 is

preferred for improved fuel economyand year-round protection in yourvehicle. You may use a 10W-30 oil ifthe temperature in your area nevergoes below 20°F ( 7°C).

Make sure the API Certification Sealsays ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’

The oil viscosity or weight isprovided on the container’s label.

5W-20 oil is formulated for year-round protection of your vehicle, toimprove cold weather starting andfuel economy.

Honda Motor Oil is the preferred5W-20 lubricant for your vehicle.

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Open the hood, and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt and washer from thebottom of the engine. Drain the oilinto an appropriate container.

Always change the oil and filteraccording to the maintenancemessages shown on the informationdisplay. The oil and filter collectcontaminants that can damage yourengine if they are not removedregularly.

Changing the oil and filter requiresspecial tools and access fromunderneath the vehicle. The vehicleshould be raised on a service station-type hydraulic lift for this service.Unless you have the knowledge andproper equipment, you should havethis maintenance done by a skilledmechanic.

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.

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Remove the oil filter, and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (available from yourdealer) is required.

Refill the engine with therecommended oil.Engine oil change capacity(including filter):

Replace the engine oil fill cap.Start the engine. The oil pressureindicator should go out within 5seconds. If it does not, turn off theengine, and check your work.

Let the engine run for severalminutes, then check the drain boltand oil filter for leaks.

Install a new oil filter according tothe instructions that come with it.

Make sure to clean off any dirtand dust on the connectingsurface of a new oil filter.

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten the drain bolt to:

Make sure the oil filter gasket isnot stuck to the engine block. If itis, remove it before installing anew oil filter.

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Always use Honda Long-life Anti-freeze/Coolant Type 2. This coolantis pre-mixed with 50 percentantifreeze and 50 percent water.Never add straight antifreeze orplain water.

If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below the MIN line, addcoolant to bring it up to the MAX line.Inspect the cooling system for leaks.

Turn off the engine, let it sit forseveral minutes, then check the oillevel on the dipstick. If necessary,add more oil.

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Improper disposal of engine oil can beharmf ul to the environment. If youchange your own oil, please dispose ofthe used oil properly. Put it in a sealedcontainer and take it to a recyclingcenter. Do not discard it in a trash binor dump it on the ground.

If Honda antifreeze/coolant is notavailable, you may use anothermajor-brand non-silicate coolant as atemporary replacement. Make sure itis a high-quality coolantrecommended for aluminum engines.Continued use of any non-Hondacoolant can result in corrosion,causing the cooling system tomalfunction or fail. Have the coolingsystem flushed and refilled withHonda antifreeze/coolant as soon aspossible.

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.

Make sure the engine and radiatorare cool.

Relieve any pressure in the coolingsystem by turning the radiator capcounterclockwise, withoutpressing down.

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Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

Pour coolant into the reserve tank.Fill it to halfway between the MAXand MIN marks. Put the cap backon the reserve tank.

Do not add any rust inhibitors orother additives to your vehicle’scooling system. They may not becompatible with the coolant orengine components.

The coolant level should be up tothe base of the filler neck. Addcoolant if it is low.

Pour the coolant slowly andcarefully so you do not spill any.Clean up any spill immediately; itcould damage components in theengine compartment.

Put the radiator cap back on, andtighten it fully.

Remove the radiator cap bypushing down and turningcounterclockwise.

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Check the fluid level in thewindshield washer reservoir at leastmonthly during normal use.

When you refill the reservoir, cleanthe edges of the windshield wiperblades with windshield washer fluidon a clean cloth. This will help tocondition the blade edges.

Fill the reservoir with a good-qualitywindshield washer fluid. Thisincreases the cleaning capability andprevents freezing in cold weather.

The low washerlevel indicator comes on when thelevel is low (see page ).

Check the fluid level by removingthe cap and looking at the levelgauge.

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Do not use engine antif reeze or avinegar/water solution in thewindshield washer reservoir. Antif reezecan damage your vehicle’s paint, whilea vinegar/water solution can damagethe windshield washer pump. Use onlycommercially-available windshieldwasher f luid.

If the level is below the lowermark, add fluid into the dipstickhole to bring it to the levelbetween the upper and lowermarks.

Always use Honda ATF-Z1(automatic transmission fluid). Ifit’s not available, you may use aDEXRON III automatictransmission fluid as a temporaryreplacement. However, continueduse can affect the shift quality.Have the transmission flushed andrefilled with Honda ATF-Z1 byyour dealer as soon as it isconvenient.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefullyso you do not spill any. Clean upany spill immediately; it coulddamage components in the enginecompartment.

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.

Park the vehicle on level ground.Start the engine and let it run untilthe radiator fan comes on, thenshut off the engine. For accurateresults, wait about 60 secondsbefore going to step 2, but don’twait longer than 90 seconds.

Remove the dipstick, and checkthe fluid level. It should bebetween the upper and lowermarks.

Insert the dipstick all the way intothe transmission securely asshown in the illustration.

Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)from the transmission, and wipe itwith a clean cloth.

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If Honda MTF is not available, youmay use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40viscosity motor oil with the APICertification seal that says ‘‘FORGASOLINE ENGINES’’ as atemporary replacement. However,motor oil does not contain the properadditives, and continued use cancause stiffer shifting. Replace assoon as it is convenient.

Check the fluid level with thetransmission at normal operatingtemperature and the vehicle sittingon level ground. Remove thetransmission filler bolt, and carefullyfeel inside the bolt hole with yourfinger. The fluid level should be upto the edge of the bolt hole. If it isnot, add Honda ManualTransmission Fluid (MTF) until itstarts to run out of the hole. Reinstallthe filler bolt, and tighten it securely.

Insert the dipstick all the way backinto the transmission securely asshown in the illustration.

The automatic transmission shouldbe drained and refilled with new fluidwhen this service is indicated by amaintenance message on theinformation display.

If you are not sure how to add fluid,contact your dealer.

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The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention. Have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

The manual transmission should bedrained and refilled with new fluidwhen this service is indicated by amaintenance message on theinformation display.

If you are not sure how to check andadd fluid, contact your dealer.

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is notcompatible with your vehicle’sbraking system and can causeextensive damage.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid cancause corrosion and decrease the lifeof the system. Have the brakesystem flushed and refilled withHonda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 as soon as possible.

Always use Honda Heavy DutyBrake Fluid DOT 3. If it is notavailable, you should use only DOT 3or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealedcontainer, as a temporaryreplacement.

Replace the brake fluid according tothe time recommendations in themaintenance minder schedule.

Check the brake fluid level in thereservoirs monthly.

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Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not add power steering fluid to theUPPER LEVEL mark.

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully soyou do not spill any. Clean up anyspill immediately; it could damagecomponents in the engine

compartment.

Always use Honda Power SteeringFluid. You may use another powersteering fluid as an emergencyreplacement, but have the powersteering system flushed and refilledwith Honda PSF as soon as possible.

A low power steering fluid level canindicate a leak in the system. Checkthe fluid level frequently, and havethe system inspected as soon aspossible.

The fluid level should be betweenthe MIN and MAX marks on the sideof the reservoir. If it is not, addbrake fluid to bring it up to that level.Use the same fluid specified for thebrake system.

A low fluid level can indicate a leakin the clutch system. Have thissystem inspected as soon as possible.

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Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef tor right lock and holding it there candamage the power steering pump.

The headlights were properly aimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thetrunk, readjustment may be required.Adjustment should be done by yourdealer or other qualified mechanic.

Your vehicle has halogen headlightbulbs. When replacing a bulb, handleit by its base, and protect the glassfrom contact with your skin or hardobjects. If you touch the glass, cleanit with denatured alcohol and a cleancloth.

Open the hood.

To change a bulb on the driver’sside, remove the coolant tube fromthe two clips, then remove thereserve tank from its holder bypulling it straight up.

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Halogen headlight bulbs get very hotwhen lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratchon the glass can cause the bulb tooverheat and shatter.

Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.

Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.

Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turnclockwise to lock it in place.

Remove the bulb by turning itabout one-quarter turncounterclockwise.

Remove the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pushing on thetab to unlock it, then slide theconnector off the bulb.

(Driver’s side)Put the tube back in the clips andinstall the reserve tank back inplace, making sure its bottom tabis in the holder.

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To change the driver’s side bulb,start the engine, turn the steeringwheel all the way to the right, andturn off the engine. To change thepassenger’s side bulb, turn thesteering wheel to the left. Remove the electrical connector

from the bulb by pushing on thetab to unlock it, then slide theconnector off the bulb.

Remove the bulb from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

Insert the new bulb into the hole,and turn it one-quarter turnclockwise to lock it in place.

Push the electrical connector backonto the bulb. Make sure it is onall the way.

Turn on the headlights to test thenew bulb.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the screw from the innerfender, and pull the inner fendercover back.

Reinstall the inner fender cover.Then reinstall the screw andtighten it securely.

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Remove the bulb from the socketby pushing the bulb in and turningit counterclockwise until it unlocks.

Install the new bulb in the socket.Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.

Insert the socket back into theheadlight assembly. Turn itclockwise to lock it in place.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

To change the driver’s side bulb,start the engine, turn the steeringwheel all the way to the right, andturn off the engine. To change thepassenger’s side bulb, turn thesteering wheel to the left.

Use a Phillips-head screwdriver toremove the screw from the innerfender, and pull the inner fendercover back.

Reinstall the inner fender cover.Then reinstall the screw andtighten it securely.

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Open the trunk.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.

Remove the screw in the center ofthe fastener on the side of thetrunk lining. Pull the lining back.

Reinstall the socket into the lightassembly by turning it clockwiseuntil it locks.

Turn on the lights to make surethe new bulb is working.

Reinstall the trunk lining. Makesure it is installed under the edgeof the trunk seal.

Put the fastener into the hole onthe side of the trunk lining.Reinstall the screw.

Determine which of the four bulbsis burned out: stop/tail-light, back-up light, side marker light, or turnsignal light.

Remove the socket by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.

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If your seat belts get dirty, use a softbrush with a mixture of mild soapand warm water to clean them. Donot use bleach, dye, or cleaningsolvents. Let the belts air-dry beforeyou use the vehicle.

Open the trunk, then remove theholding clips from the cover, andremove the cover.

Remove the socket from the lightassembly by turning it one-quarterturn counterclockwise.

Pull the bulb straight out of itssocket. Push the new bulb straightinto the socket until it bottoms.

Reinstall the socket. Turn itclockwise until it locks. Make surethe new bulb is working.

Reinstall the cover, and tighten itsholding clips securely.

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Replacing a High-mount BrakeLight Bulb

Cleaning the Seat Belts

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If you remove a floor mat, make sureto re-anchor it when you put it backin your vehicle.

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seatbelt anchors can cause the belts toretract slowly. Wipe the insides ofthe loops with a clean clothdampened in mild soap and warmwater or isopropyl alcohol.

The driver’s floor mat that camewith your vehicle hooks over thefloor mat anchors. This keeps thefloor mat from sliding forward andpossibly interfering with the pedals.

If you use a non-Honda floor mat,make sure it fits properly and that itcan be used with the floor matanchors. Do not put additional floormats on top of the anchored mat.

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Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every six months.Replace them if you find signs ofcracking in the rubber, areas that aregetting hard, or if they leave streaksand unwiped areas when used.

This filter removes the dust andpollen that is brought in from theoutside through the heating andcooling system.

To replace a wiper blade:

Have your dealer replace the filterwhen this service is indicated by amaintenance message on theinformation display. It should bereplaced every 15,000 miles (24,000km) if you drive primarily in urbanareas that have high concentrationsof soot in the air, or if the flow fromthe heating and cooling systembecomes less than usual.

Raise each wiper arm off thewindshield, lifting the driver’s sidefirst, then the passenger’s side.

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Do not open the hood when the wiperarms are raised, or you will damage thehood and wiper arms.

Slide the blade out of the holder.Pull up the cover release tab onthe end of the blade assembly,then remove the cover.

Disconnect the blade assemblyfrom the wiper arm by pushing inthe release button. Then slide theblade assembly out of the wiperarm.

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Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.

Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely affect handling and fueleconomy, and are more likely tofail from being overheated.

Overinflated tires can make yourvehicle ride more harshly, aremore prone to damage from roadhazards, and wear unevenly.

We recommend that you visuallycheck your tires every day. If youthink a tire might be low, check itimmediately with a tire gauge.

To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type andsize, in good condition with adequatetread, and correctly inflated.

The following pages give moredetailed information on how to takecare of your tires and what to dowhen they need to be replaced.

Align the slots in the new bladewith the retaining edges on theholder, then slide the blade ontothe holder. Keep about 1 inch ofthe holder extended from theblade assembly so you canreinstall the cover.

Reinstall the cover onto the bladeassembly.

Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.

Lower the wiper arm down againstthe windshield, the passenger’sside first, then the driver’s side.

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Using tires that are excessivelyworn or improperly inflated cancause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in thisowner’s manual regarding tireinflation and maintenance.

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot [driven for several miles(kilometers)], you will see readings 4to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4kgf/cm ) higher than the coldreadings. This is normal. Do not letair out to match the recommendedcold air pressure. The tire will beunderinflated.

You should get your own tirepressure gauge and use it wheneveryou check your tire pressures. Thiswill make it easier for you to tell if apressure loss is due to a tire problemand not due to a variation betweengauges.

While tubeless tires have someability to self-seal if they arepunctured, you should look closelyfor punctures if a tire starts losingpressure.

Use a gauge to measure the airpressure in each tire at least once amonth. Even tires that are in goodcondition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm ) permonth. Remember to check thespare tire at the same time.

Check the air pressures when thetires are cold. This means thevehicle has been parked for at least 3hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6km). Add or release air, if needed, tomatch the recommended cold tirepressures on this page.

The following charts show therecommended cold tire pressures formost normal driving conditions.

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P195/65R15 89H 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2kgf/cm )

P215/45R17 87V 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2kgf/cm )

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2kgf/cm )

P205/55R16 89H

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see aband 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide bandacross the tread. This shows there isless than 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of treadleft on the tire.

A tire this worn gives very littletraction on wet roads. You shouldreplace the tire if you can see threeor more tread wear indicators.

The compact spare tire pressure is:

For convenience, the recommendedtire sizes and cold tire pressures areon a label on the driver’s doorjamb.For additional information aboutyour tires, see page .

Every time you check inflation, youshould also examine the tires fordamage, foreign objects, and wear.

You should look for:Bumps or bulges in the tread orside of the tire. Replace the tire ifyou find either of these conditions.

Cuts, splits, or cracks in the sideof the tire. Replace the tire if youcan see fabric or cord.

Excessive tread wear.

We strongly recommend that you donot drive faster than the postedspeed limits and conditions allow. Ifyou ever drive in a sanctionedcompetitive event at sustained highspeeds (over 118 mph or 190 km/h),be sure to adjust the cold tirepressures as shown below. If you donot, excessive heat can build up andcause sudden tire failure.

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High Speed Driving

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32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2kgf/cm )

215/45ZR17 91W

60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

P215/45R17 87V

35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm )

In addition to proper inflation,correct wheel alignment helps todecrease tire wear. If you find a tireis worn unevenly, have your dealercheck the wheel alignment.

Have your dealer check the tires ifyou feel a consistent vibration whiledriving. A tire should always berebalanced if it is removed from thewheel. When you have new tiresinstalled, make sure they arebalanced. This increases ridingcomfort and tire life. For best results,have the installer perform a dynamicbalance.

To help increase tire life anddistribute wear more evenly, rotatethe tires according to themaintenance messages displayed onthe information display. Move thetires to the positions shown in thechart each time they are rotated. Ifyou purchase directional tires, rotateonly front-to-back.

As a trade-off, they will wear morerapidly than tires used on ordinarypassenger vehicles. Because of thevehicle’s weight distribution, and thefact that the front wheels are thedriving wheels, you can expect themto wear more rapidly than the reartires.

The tires that came on your vehiclewere designed and constructed toprovide superior grip duringacceleration, braking, and cornering.

For vehicles equipped with aluminumwheels:

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Front Front

(For Non-directionalTires and Wheels)

(For DirectionalTires and Wheels)

Improper wheel weights can damageyour vehicle’s wheels. Use only Hondawheel weights f or balancing.

The mileage you can expect fromyour vehicle tires is the same ascomparable mid-and rear-enginesports cars, and it will vary greatlywith your driving habits.

If you drive moderately, the fronttires could last more than 10,000miles (16,000 km). However, themileage will be substantially less ifyou tend to drive your vehicle at theupper limits of its capabilities.

The ABS works by comparing thespeed of the wheels. When replacingtires, use the same size originallysupplied with the vehicle. Tire sizeand construction can affect wheelspeed and may cause the system toactivate.

If you ever replace a wheel, makesure the new one matches thespecifications of the original.Replacement wheels are available atyour dealer.

You should carefully inspect yourvehicle’s tires for wear, damage, andproper inflation every 7,500 miles(12,000 km).

Replace your tires with radial tires ofthe same size, load range, speedrating, and maximum cold tirepressure rating (as shown on thetire’s sidewall).

Mixing radial and bias-ply tires onyour vehicle can reduce brakingability, traction, and steeringaccuracy. Using tires of a differentsize or construction can cause theABS to work inconsistently.

It is best to replace all four tires atthe same time. If that is not possibleor necessary, replace the two fronttires or two rear tires as a pair.Replacing just one tire can seriouslyaffect your vehicle’s handling.

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Installing improper tires on yourvehicle can affect handling andstability. This can cause a crashin which you can be seriouslyhurt or killed.

Always use the size and type oftires recommended in thisowner’s manual.

＋Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.

For the best performance in snowyor icy conditions, you should installsnow tires or tire chains. They maybe required by local laws undercertain conditions.

If you mount snow tires on yourvehicle, make sure they are radialtires of the same size and load rangeas original tires. Mount snow tires onall four wheels. The tractionprovided by snow tires on dry roadsmay be lower than your original tires.Check with the tire dealer formaximum speed recommendations.

Wheels:Tires:

See page for information aboutDOT Tire Quality Grading, and page

for tire size and labelinginformation.


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15 x 6 J

16 x 6 1/2 J

17 x 7 J

P195/65R15 89H

P205/55R16 89H

P215/45R17 87V

215/45ZR17 91W(all season tire)

(summer tire)

When installing cables, follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andmount them as tight as you can.Make sure they are not contactingthe brake lines or suspension. Driveslowly with them installed. If youhear them coming into contact withthe body or chassis, stop andinvestigate. Remove them as soon asyou begin driving on cleared roads.

Because your vehicle has limited tireclearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’cable-type traction devices, withrubber chain tensioners, on the fronttires. Use traction devices only whenrequired by driving conditions orlocal laws. Make sure they are thecorrect size for your tires. Metal link-type ‘‘chains’’ should not be used.

Because your vehicle has limited tireclearance, Honda stronglyrecommends using the chains listedbelow, made by Security ChainCompany (SCC).

Si modelDX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX models

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Traction devices that are the wrongsize or improperly installed candamage your vehicle’s brake lines,suspension, body, and wheels. Stopdriving if they are hitting any part ofthe vehicle.

Check the condition of the batterymonthly by looking at the testindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.

If additional battery maintenance isneeded, see your dealer or aqualified technician.

Battery posts,terminals, and related accessoriescontain lead and lead compounds.

Check the terminals for corrosion (awhite or yellowish powder). Toremove it, cover the terminals with asolution of baking soda and water. Itwill bubble up and turn brown. Whenthis stops, wash it off with plainwater. Dry off the battery with acloth or paper towel. Coat theterminals with grease to help preventfurther corrosion.

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On vehicles with navigation systemThe navigation system will alsodisable itself. The next time you turnon the ignition switch, the systemwill require you to enter a PINbefore it can be used. Refer to thenavigation system manual.

If you need to connect the battery toa charger, disconnect both cables toprevent damaging your vehicle’selectrical system. Always disconnectthe negative ( ) cable first, andreconnect it last.

If your vehicle’s battery isdisconnected, or goes dead, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenext time you turn on the radio, youmay see ‘‘CODE’’ in the frequencydisplay. Use the preset buttons toenter the code (see page ).172

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The battery gives off explosivehydrogen gas during normaloperation.

A spark or flame can cause thebattery to explode with enoughforce to kill or seriously hurt you.

Wear protective clothing and aface shield, or have a skilledtechnician do the batterymaintenance.

If you need to park your vehicle foran extended period (more than 1month), there are several things youshould do to prepare it for storage.Proper preparation helps preventdeterioration and makes it easier toget your vehicle back on the road. Ifpossible, store your vehicle indoors.

Fill the fuel tank.

Change the engine oil and filter.

Block the rear wheels.

If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on jackstands so thetires are off the ground.

Wash and dry the exteriorcompletely.

Clean the interior. Make sure thecarpeting, floor mats, etc., arecompletely dry.

Cover the vehicle with a‘‘breathable’’ cover, one madefrom a porous material such ascotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,which can damage the paint.

Leave one window open slightly (ifthe vehicle is being storedindoors).

If possible, periodically run theengine until it reaches fulloperating temperature (thecooling fans cycle on and offtwice). Preferably, do this once amonth.

To minimize sticking, apply asilicone spray lubricant to all doorand trunk seals. Also, apply avehicle body wax to the paintedsurfaces that mate with the doorand trunk seals.

Support the front wiper bladearms with a folded towel or rag sothey do not touch the windshield.

Disconnect the battery.

Leave the parking brake off. Putthe transmission in reverse(manual) or Park (automatic).

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This section covers the morecommon problems that motoristsexperience with their vehicles. Itgives you information about how tosafely evaluate the problem and whatto do to correct it. If the problem hasstranded you on the side of the road,you may be able to get going again.If not, you will also find instructionson getting your vehicle towed.

......................Compact Spare Tire . 254....................Changing a Flat Tire . 255

.............If the Engine Won’t Start . 259................................Jump Starting . 261

..............If the Engine Overheats . 263.........Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 265..........Charging System Indicator . 265

.......Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 266...............Brake System Indicator . 267

..............................................Fuses . 268..............................Fuse Locations . 272

......................Emergency Towing . 274

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Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can.

Check the inflation pressure of thecompact spare tire every time youcheck the other tires. It should beinflated to:

Replace the tire when you can seethe tread wear indicator bars. Thereplacement should be the same sizeand design tire, mounted on thesame wheel. The spare tire is notdesigned to be mounted on a regularwheel, and the spare wheel is notdesigned for mounting a regular tire.

Do not use your compact sparetire on another vehicle unless it isthe same make and model.

Do not mount tire chains on thecompact spare tire.

Do not use a compact spare tiremounted on a front wheel; it willdamage the limited slip differential(see page ).

This tire gives a harsher ride andless traction on some roadsurfaces. Use greater cautionwhile driving.

Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

Follow these precautions:

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If you have a flat tire while driving,stop in a safe place to change it.Drive slowly along the shoulder untilyou get to an exit or an area that isfar away from the traffic lanes.

The size difference may also causedamage to the differential, so do notmount the compact spare on thefront. If either front tire goes flat,remove the rear tire on that sameside, mount the compact spare tireon the rear, then mount the rear tireon the front.

Turn on the hazard warning lights,and turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Have allpassengers get out of the vehiclewhile you change the tire.

Park the vehicle on firm, level, andnon-slippery ground. Put thetransmission in Park (automatic)or reverse (manual). Apply theparking brake.

Open the trunk. Raise the trunkfloor by lifting up on the back edge.

Unscrew the wing bolt, and takethe spare tire out of its well.

Take the tool kit case out of thetrunk.

The compact spare tire is smallerthan a standard tire, and it will affectthe vehicle’s handling. Drivecautiously when the spare ismounted on your vehicle.

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SPARE TIRETRUNK FLOOR

JACK TOOL CASE

The vehicle can easily roll offthe jack, seriously injuringanyone underneath.

Follow the directions forchanging a tire exactly, andnever get under the vehiclewhen it is supported only by thejack.

Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turnwith the wheel nut wrench.

Place the jack under the jackingpoint nearest the tire you need tochange. Turn the end bracketclockwise until the top of the jackcontacts the jacking point. Makesure the jacking point tab isresting in the jack notch.

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.

Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat tire. Handle thewheel nuts carefully; they may behot from driving. Place the flat tireon the ground with the outsidesurface facing up.

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Before mounting the spare tire,wipe any dirt off the mountingsurface of the wheel and hub witha clean cloth. Wipe the hubcarefully; it may be hot fromdriving.

Put on the spare tire. Put thewheel nuts back on finger-tight,then tighten them in a crisscrosspattern with the wheel nut wrenchuntil the wheel is firmly againstthe hub. Do not try to tighten thewheel nuts fully.

Lower the vehicle to the ground,and remove the jack.

Do not attempt to forcibly pry thewheel cover off with a screwdriveror other tool. The wheel covercannot be removed without firstremoving the wheel nuts.

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Remove the center cap from theflat tire.

Place the flat tire face down in thespare tire well.

Remove the spacer cone from thewing bolt, turn it over, and put itback on the bolt.

Secure the flat tire by screwingthe wing bolt back into its hole.

Tighten the wheel nuts securely inthe same crisscross pattern. Havethe wheel nut torque checked atthe nearest automotive servicefacility.

Tighten the wheel nuts to:

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Forcompactspare tire

For normaltire

80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)

When you turn the ignition switch tothe START (III) position, you do nothear the normal noise of the enginetrying to start. You may hear aclicking sound, a series of clicks, ornothing at all.Check these things:

Check the transmission interlock.If you have a manual transmission,the clutch pedal must be pushedall the way to the floor or thestarter will not operate. With anautomatic transmission, it must bein Park or neutral.

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position:

You hear nothing, or almostnothing. The engine’s startermotor does not operate at all, oroperates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motoroperating normally, or the startermotor sounds like it is spinningfaster than normal, but the enginedoes not start up and run.

Store the jack and tools in the toolkit case. Place the tool kit case inthe center of the flat tire.

Store the wheel cover or centercap in the trunk. Make sure it doesnot get scratched or damaged.

Lower the trunk floor, then closethe trunk lid.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. Turn on theheadlights, and check theirbrightness. If the headlights arevery dim or do not come on at all,the battery is discharged. See

on page .

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Nothing Happens or the StarterMotor Operates Very Slowly

If the Engine Won’t Start

Jump Starting

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Loose items can fly around theinterior in a crash and couldseriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and toolssecurely before driving.

Do you have fuel? Check the fuelgauge; the low fuel indicator maynot be working.

There may be an electricalproblem, such as no power to thefuel pump. Check all the fuses(see page ).

If you find nothing wrong, you willneed a qualified technician to findthe problem. See

on page .

Are you using a properly codedkey? An improperly coded key willcause the immobilizer systemindicator in the instrument panelto blink rapidly (see page ).

Are you using the proper startingprocedure? Refer to

on page .

In this case, the starter motor’sspeed sounds normal, or even fasterthan normal, when you turn theignition switch to the START (III)position, but the engine does not run.

Turn the ignition switch to theSTART (III) position. If theheadlights do not dim, check thecondition of the fuses. If the fusesare OK, there is probablysomething wrong with theelectrical circuit for the ignitionswitch or starter motor. You willneed a qualified technician todetermine the problem. See

on page .

If the headlights dim noticeably orgo out when you try to start theengine, either the battery isdischarged or the connections arecorroded. Check the condition ofthe battery and terminal connec-tions (see page ). You canthen try jump starting the vehiclefrom a booster battery (see page

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Starting theEngine

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Although this seems like a simpleprocedure, you should take severalprecautions.

Open the hood, and check thephysical condition of the battery.In very cold weather, check thecondition of the electrolyte. If itseems slushy or frozen, do not tryjump starting until it thaws.

You cannot start your vehicle with anautomatic transmission by pushingor pulling it.

To jump start your vehicle:

Turn off all the electricalaccessories: heater, A/C, audiosystem, lights, etc. Put thetransmission in neutral (M/T) orPark (A/T), and set the parkingbrake.

The numbers in the illustrationsshow you the order to connect thejumper cables.

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BOOSTER BATTERY


A battery can explode if you donot follow the correct procedure,seriously injuring anyonenearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames,and smoking materials awayfrom the battery.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, theelectrolyte inside can f reeze.Attempting to jump start with a f rozenbattery can cause it to rupture.

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Start the vehicle. If the startermotor still operates slowly, checkthat the jumper cables have goodmetal-to-metal contact.

Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal onthe booster battery. Connect theother end to the grounding strapas shown. Do not connect thisjumper cable to any other part ofthe engine.

If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, have an assistant startthat vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

Connect one jumper cable to thepositive ( ) terminal on yourbattery. Connect the other end tothe positive ( ) terminal on thebooster battery.

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Once your vehicle is running,disconnect the negative cable fromyour vehicle, then from thebooster battery. Disconnect thepositive cable from your vehicle,then from the booster battery.

Keep the ends of the jumper cablesaway from each other and any metalon the vehicle until everything isdisconnected. Otherwise, you maycause an electrical short.

If the vehicle overheats, youshould take immediate action. Theonly indication may be thetemperature gauge climbing to orabove the red mark. Or you maysee steam or spray coming fromunder the hood.

Safely pull to the side of the road.Put the transmission in neutral(M/T) or Park (A/T), and set theparking brake. Turn off allaccessories, and turn on thehazard warning indicators.

If you see steam and/or spraycoming from under the hood, turnoff the engine. Wait until you seeno more signs of steam or spray,then open the hood.

The reading of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, driving up a steephill, etc.).

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Steam and spray from anoverheated engine canseriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steamis coming out.

Driving with the temperature gaugereading at the red mark can causeserious damage to the engine.

Put the radiator cap back ontightly. Run the engine, and checkthe temperature gauge. If it goesback to the red mark, the engineneeds repair (see

on page ).

If you do not see steam or spray,leave the engine running, andwatch the temperature gauge. Ifthe high heat is due to overloading,the engine should start to cooldown almost immediately. If itdoes, wait until the temperaturegauge comes down to the midpoint,then continue driving.

If the temperature gauge stays atthe red mark, turn off the engine.

Look for any obvious coolant leaks,such as a split radiator hose.Everything is still extremely hot,so use caution. If you find a leak, itmust be repaired before youcontinue driving (see

on page ).

If you don’t find an obvious leak,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank (see page

). Add coolant if the level isbelow the MIN mark.

Start the engine, and set thetemperature control dial tomaximum heat. Add coolant to theradiator up to the base of the fillerneck. If you do not have theproper coolant mixture available,you can add plain water.Remember to have the coolingsystem drained and refilled withthe proper mixture as soon as youcan.

If the temperature stays normal,check the coolant level in theradiator reserve tank. If it hasgone down, add coolant to theMAX mark. Put the cap back ontightly.

Using gloves or a large heavycloth, turn the radiator capcounterclockwise, without pushingdown, to the first stop. After thepressure releases, push down onthe cap, and turn it until it comesoff.

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may need to addcoolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the readingreaches the middle of thetemperature gauge or lowerbefore checking the radiator.

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Removing the radiator capwhile the engine is hot cancause the coolant to spray out,seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine andradiator cool down beforeremoving the radiator cap.

Safely pull off the road, and shutoff the engine. Turn on the hazardwarning indicators.

If necessary, add oil to bring thelevel back to the full mark on thedipstick (see page ).

Immediately turn off all electricalaccessories. Try not to use otherelectrically operated controls such asthe power windows. Keep the enginerunning; starting the engine willdischarge the battery rapidly.

Go to a service station or garagewhere you can get technicalassistance.

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and other drivingmaneuvers.

If the charging systemindicator comes on brightly

when the engine is running, thebattery is not being charged.

This indicator should nevercome on when the engine is

running. If it starts flashing or stayson, the oil pressure has dropped verylow or lost pressure. Serious enginedamage is possible, and you shouldtake immediate action.

Start the engine, and watch the oilpressure indicator. If it does not goout within 10 seconds, turn off theengine. There is a mechanicalproblem that needs to be repairedbefore you can continue driving(see on page

).

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Running the engine with low oilpressure can cause serious mechanicaldamage almost immediately. Turn of fthe engine as soon as you can saf ely getthe vehicle stopped.

If the indicator comes onwhile driving, it means one

of the engine’s emissions controlsystems may have a problem. Eventhough you may feel no difference inyour vehicle’s performance, it canreduce your fuel economy and causeincreased emissions. Continuedoperation may cause serious damage.

If the indicator comes on repeatedly,even though it may turn off as youcontinue driving, have the vehiclechecked by your dealer as soon aspossible.

If your vehicle has an automatictransmission, the malfunctionindicator lamp may also come onwith the ‘‘D’’ indicator.

If your vehicle’s battery has beendisconnected or gone dead, thesecodes are erased. It can take severaldays of driving under variousconditions to set the codes again.

Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that are part of the on-boarddiagnostics for the emissionssystems. In some states, part of theemissions testing is to make sure

these codes are set. If they are notset, the test cannot be completed.

To check if they are set, turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position, without starting the engine.The malfunction indicator lamp willcome on for 20 seconds. If it thengoes off, the readiness codes are set.If it blinks five times, the readinesscodes are not set. If possible, do nottake your vehicle for a stateemissions test until the readinesscodes are set. Refer to

for moreinformation (see page ).

If you have recently refueled yourvehicle, the indicator coming oncould be due to a loose or missingfuel fill cap. You will also see a‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message onthe information display. Tighten thecap until it clicks at least once.Tightening the cap will not turn theindicator off immediately; it can takeseveral days of normal driving.

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If you keep driving with themalf unction indicator lamp on, you candamage your vehicle’s emissionscontrols and engine. Those repairs maynot be covered by your vehicle’swarranties.

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still give you braking attwo wheels. You will feel the brakepedal go down much farther beforethe vehicle begins to slow down, andyou will have to press harder on thepedal.

If you must drive the vehicle a shortdistance in this condition, driveslowly and carefully.

Slow down by shifting to a lowergear, and pull to the side of the roadwhen it is safe. Because of the longdistance needed to stop, it ishazardous to drive the vehicle. Youshould have it towed and repaired assoon as possible (see

on page ).If the fluid level is low, take yourvehicle to a dealer, and have thebrake system inspected for leaks orworn brake pads.

If the brake system indicator comeson while driving, the brake fluid levelis probably low. Press lightly on thebrake pedal to see if it feels normal.If it does, check the brake fluid levelthe next time you stop at a servicestation (see page ).

If the ABS indicator comes on withthe brake system indicator, haveyour vehicle inspected by yourdealer immediately.

The brake systemindicator normallycomes on when

you turn the ignition switch to theON (II) position and as a reminder tocheck the parking brake. It will stayon if you do not fully release theparking brake.

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The vehicle’s fuses are contained intwo fuse boxes.

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, check for ablown fuse first. Determine from thechart on pages and , or thediagram on the fuse box lid, whichfuse or fuses control that device.Check those fuses first, but check allthe fuses before deciding that ablown fuse is the cause. Replace anyblown fuses, and check if the deviceworks.

The interior fuse box is on thedriver’s lower left side.

The under-hood fuse box is in theengine compartment on the driver’sside, next to the brake fluid reservoir.To open it, push the tabs as shown.

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Check each of the large fuses inthe under-hood fuse box bylooking through the top at the wireinside. Removing these fusesrequires a Phillips-head screw-driver.

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position. Make sure theheadlights and all otheraccessories are off.

Remove the cover from the fusebox.

Check the smaller fuses in theunder-hood fuse box and all thefuses in the interior fuse box bypulling out each one with the fusepuller provided on the back of theunder-hood fuse box cover.

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FUSE BLOWN

If the replacement fuse of thesame rating blows in a short time,there is probably a seriouselectrical problem in your vehicle.Leave the blown fuse in thatcircuit and have your vehiclechecked by a qualified technician.

Look for a blown wire inside thefuse. If it is blown, replace it withone of the spare fuses of the samerating or lower.

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of the other circuits. Makesure you can do without that circuittemporarily (such as the accessorypower socket or radio).

If you replace the blown fuse with aspare fuse that has a lower rating, itmight blow out again. This does notindicate anything wrong. Replace thefuse with one of the correct rating assoon as you can.

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Replacing a f use with one that has ahigher rating greatly increases thechances of damaging the electricalsystem. If you do not have areplacement f use with the proper ratingf or the circuit, install one with a lowerrating.

Your vehicle has spare fuses onthe back of the under-hood fusebox cover.

If the radio fuse is removed, theaudio system will disable itself. Thenext time you turn on the radio youwill see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in thefrequency display. Use the presetbuttons to enter the digit code (seepage ).

If the driver’s power window fuse isremoved, the AUTO function of thedriver’s window will be disabled. Youshould reset the AUTO feature, (seepage ).

When the audio system is disabled,the clock setting in the audio systemwill be canceled. You will need toreset the clock (see page ).

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Power WindowFuel PumpIG1 ACGABS/VSAAudio AmpFront Fog LightsNot UsedNot Used

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If, due to damage, your vehicle mustbe towed with the front wheels onthe ground, do this:

If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydangerous.

There are two ways to tow yourvehicle:

The operatorloads your vehicle on the back of atruck.

The towtruck uses two pivoting arms that gounder the front tires and lift them offthe ground. The rear tires remain onthe ground.

Release the parking brake.Shift the transmission to neutral.

Turn off the engine.Shift to D, then to N.Start the engine.Release the parking brake.

Leave the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) position so thesteering wheel does not lock.

Leave the ignition switch in theACCESSORY (I) position so thesteering wheel does not lock.

Do not tie down the vehicle at anangle that would allow the towingcables to contact the vehicle’s frontbumper. To avoid possible damage,protect the front bumper with tape.

With the front wheels on the ground,do not tow the vehicle more than 50miles (80 km), and keep the speedbelow 35 mph (55 km/h).

If your vehicle is equipped with afront spoiler, remove it beforetowing so it is not damaged.

Manual transmission:

Automatic transmission:

Flat-bed Equipment

Wheel-lif t Equipment

This is the best way totransport your vehicle.

This is an acceptableway to tow your vehicle.

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Improper towing preparation willdamage the transmission. Follow theabove procedure exactly. If you cannotshif t the transmission or start theengine (automatic transmission), yourvehicle must be transported with thef ront wheels of f the ground.

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Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by thebumpers will cause serious damage.The bumpers are not designed tosupport the vehicle’s weight.

The steering system can be damaged ifthe steering wheel is locked. Leave theignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)position, and make sure the steeringwheel turns f reely bef ore you begintowing.

The diagrams in this section giveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes information you shouldknow about your vehicle’s tires andemissions control systems.

................Identification Numbers . 278................................Specifications . 280

DOT Tire Quality Grading......................(U.S. Vehicles) . 282

Uniform Tire Quality..................................Grading . 282.................................Treadwear . 282

......................................Traction . 283.............................Temperature . 283

.................................Tire Labeling . 284

.......................Emissions Controls . 285.....................The Clean Air Act . 285

Crankcase Emissions Control....................................System . 285

Evaporative Emissions Control....................................System . 285

Onboard Refueling Vapor................................Recovery . 285

...Exhaust Emissions Controls . 286....................PGM-FI System . 286

Ignition Timing Control................................System . 286

Exhaust Gas Recirculation....................(EGR)System . 286

Three Way Catalytic...........................Converter . 286

....................Replacement Parts . 286..Three Way Catalytic Converter . 287

..............State Emissions Testing . 288

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Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers located in various places.

The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to register your vehiclefor warranty purposes. It is alsonecessary for licensing and insuringyour vehicle. The easiest place tofind the VIN is on a plate fastened tothe top of the dashboard. You cansee it by looking through thewindshield on the driver’s side. It isalso on the certification labelattached to the driver’s doorjamb,and is stamped on the enginecompartment bulkhead. The VIN isalso provided in bar code on thecertification label.

To access the VIN in the enginecompartment, slide the lid on theback of the engine compartment.Make sure to close the lid beforeclosing the hood.

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CERTIFICATION LABEL

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERLID

The engine number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the front.

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.

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ENGINE NUMBER

AUTOMATIC/MANUALTRANSMISSION NUMBER

DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, and EX

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174.8 in (4,440 mm)68.9 in (1,751 mm)53.5 in (1,358 mm)104.3 in (2,650 mm)59.0 in (1,499 mm)60.1 in (1,526 mm)

3.19 x 3.44 in (81.0 x 87.3 mm)

LengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack

Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attachedto the driver’s doorjamb.

Water cooled 4-strokeSOHC VTEC , DOHC i-VTEC

4-cylinder gasoline engine

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110 cu-in (1,799 cm )3.39 x 3.39 in (86 x 86 mm)

122 cu-in (1,998 cm )

SK22PR-M11SIFR7G-11KSSKJ20DR-M11SIZFR6K-11SNGK:

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Excluding the oil remaining in the engine

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining inthe engineReserve tank capacity: 0.11 US gal (0.4 )

4.8 US qt (4.5 )2.6 US qt (2.5 )

2.5 US qt (2.4 )6.2 US qt (5.9 )

1.8 US qt (1.7 )1.7 US qt (1.6 )1.6 US qt (1.5 )1.5 US qt (1.4 )5.8 US qt (5.5 )4.8 US qt (4.5 )4.4 US qt (4.2 )3.7 US qt (3.5 )4.6 US qt (4.4 )3.9 US qt (3.7 )

1.19 US gal (4.5 )1.37 US gal (5.2 )1.45 US gal (5.5 )

1.88 US gal (7.1 )1.72 US gal (6.5 )1.80 US gal (6.8 )

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Air Conditioning

Lights

Battery

Fuses

Alignment

Tires

HFC-134a (R-134a)14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)

12 V12 V

60 W

12 V51 W

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8 W3 CP21 W18 W

Headlights (HI)Headlights (LO)Front turn signal/Side marker/Parking lightRear turn signal lightsStop/TaillightsRear side marker lightsBack-up lightsHigh-mount brake lightLicense plate lightsCeiling lightSpotlightsTrunk light

Capacity 36 AH/5 HR

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T135/80R16 101MT125/70D15 95M

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215/45ZR17 91W8 W

See page 273 or the fuse labelattached to the dashboard.See page 272 or the fuse boxcover.

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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－The tires on your vehicle meet allU.S. Federal Safety Requirements.All tires are also graded fortreadwear, traction, and temperatureperformance according toDepartment of Transportation(DOT) standards. The followingexplains these gradings.

Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:

The treadwear grade is a compara-tive rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlledconditions on a specified governmenttest course. For example, a tiregraded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded100. The relative performance oftires depends upon the actual condi-tions of their use, however, and maydepart significantly from the normdue to variations in driving habits,service practices, and differences inroad characteristics and climate.

The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Thosegrades represent the tire’s ability tostop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions onspecified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tiremarked C may have poor tractionperformance.

All passenger car tires must conformto Federal Safety Requirements inaddition to these grades.

Warning: The traction gradeassigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests,and does not include acceleration,cornering, hydroplaning, or peaktraction characteristics.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Treadwear 200Traction AATemperature A

Treadwear Traction AA, A, B, C

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－The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlledconditions on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. Sustained hightemperature can cause the materialof the tire to degenerate and reducetire life, and excessive temperaturecan lead to sudden tire failure. Thegrade C corresponds to a level ofperformance which all passenger cartires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No.109. Grades B and A representhigher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than theminimum required by law.

Warning: The temperature grade forthis tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and notoverloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading,either separately or in combination,can cause heat buildup and possibletire failure.

Temperature A, B, C

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The tires that came on your vehiclehave a number of markings. Thoseyou should be aware of are describedbelow.

Vehicle type (P indicatespassenger vehicle).

Tire width in millimeters.

Aspect ratio (the tire’s sectionheight as a percentage of itswidth).

Tire construction code (Rindicates radial).

Rim diameter in inches.

Speed symbol (analphabetical code indicatingthe maximum speed rating).

Load index (a numerical codeassociated with the maximumload the tire can carry).

Tire type code.

Date of manufacture.

Max Press The maximum airpressure the tire can hold.

Max Load The maximum load thetire can carry at maximum airpressure.

Whenever tires are replaced, theyshould be replaced with tires of thesame size. Below is an example oftire size with an explanation of whateach component means.

The tire identification number (TIN)is a group of numbers and lettersthat look like the following exampleTIN. TIN is located on the sidewallof the tire.

This indicates that the tiremeets all requirements ofthe U.S. Department ofTransportation.

Manufacturer’sidentification mark.

B97R

FW6X

2202

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55

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P205/55R16 89H

DOT B97R FW6X 2202

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The burning of gasoline in yourvehicle’s engine produces several by-products. Some of these are carbonmonoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen(NOx), and hydrocarbons (HC).Gasoline evaporating from the tankalso produces hydrocarbons. Con-trolling the production of NOx, CO,and HC is important to the environ-ment. Under certain conditions ofsunlight and climate, NOx and HCreact to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’Carbon monoxide does not contri-bute to smog creation, but it is apoisonous gas.

The United States Clean Air Actsets standards for automobileemissions. It also requires thatautomobile manufacturers explain toowners how their emissions controlswork and what to do to maintainthem. This section summarizes howthe emissions controls work.

In Canada, Honda vehicles complywith the Canadian emissionrequirements, as specified in anagreement with EnvironmentCanada, at the time they aremanufactured.

Your vehicle has a positivecrankcase ventilation system. Thiskeeps gasses that build up in theengine’s crankcase from going intothe atmosphere. The positivecrankcase ventilation valve routesthem from the crankcase back to the

intake manifold. They are thendrawn into the engine and burned.

As gasoline evaporates in the fueltank, an evaporative emissionscontrol canister filled with charcoaladsorbs the vapor. It is stored in thiscanister while the engine is off. Afterthe engine is started and warmed up,the vapor is drawn into the engineand burned during driving.

The onboard refueling vaporrecovery (ORVR) system capturesthe fuel vapors during refueling. Thevapors are adsorbed in a canisterfilled with activated carbon. Whiledriving, the fuel vapors are drawninto the engine and burned off.

The Clean Air Act

Crankcase Emissions ControlSystem

Evaporative Emissions ControlSystem

Onboard Refueling VaporRecovery

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The emissions control systems aredesigned and certified to work to-gether in reducing emissions tolevels that comply with the Clean AirAct. To make sure the emissionsremain low, you should use only newHonda replacement parts or theirequivalent for repairs. Using lowerquality parts may increase theemissions from your vehicle.

The emissions control systems arecovered by warranties separate fromthe rest of your vehicle. Read yourwarranty manual for more informa-tion.The PGM-FI system uses sequential

multiport fuel injection. It has threesubsystems: air intake, enginecontrol, and fuel control. Thepowertrain control module (PCM) inautomatic transmission vehicles orthe engine control module (ECM) inmanual transmission vehicles usesvarious sensors to determine howmuch air is going into the engine. It

then controls how much fuel to injectunder all operating conditions.

This system constantly adjusts theignition timing, reducing the amountof HC, CO, and NOx produced.

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude three or four systems: PGM-FI, ignition timing control, exhaustgas recirculation (DX, LX, and EX),and three way catalytic converter.These systems work together tocontrol the engine’s combustion andminimize the amount of HC, CO, andNOx that comes out the tailpipe. Theexhaust emissions control systemsare separate from the crankcase andevaporative emissions controlsystems.

The three way catalytic converter isin the exhaust system. Throughchemical reactions, it converts HC,CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaustto carbon dioxide (CO ), nitrogen(N ), and water vapor.

The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR)system takes some of the exhaustgas and routes it back into the intakemanifold. Adding exhaust gas to theair/fuel mixture reduces the amountof NOx produced when the fuel isburned.

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Replacement PartsExhaust Emissions Controls

PGM-FI System

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)System

Ignition Timing Control System

Three Way Catalytic Converter

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The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without affecting the metals.The catalytic converter is referred toas a three-way catalyst, since it actson HC, CO, and NOx. A replacementunit must be an original Honda partor its equivalent.

The three way catalytic convertermust operate at a high temperature

for the chemical reactions to takeplace. It can set on fire anycombustible materials that comenear it. Park your vehicle away fromhigh grass, dry leaves, or otherflammables.

A defective three way catalyticconverter contributes to air pollution,and can impair your engine’s per-formance. Follow these guidelines toprotect your vehicle’s three waycatalytic converter.

Always use unleaded gasoline.Even a small amount of leadedgasoline can contaminate thecatalyst metals, making the threeway catalytic converter ineffective.

Keep the engine well maintained.

Have your vehicle diagnosed andrepaired if it is misfiring, back-firing, stalling, or otherwise notrunning properly.

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THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

Si modelDX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is because of certain ‘‘readinesscodes’’ that must be set in the on-board diagnostics for the emissionssystems. These codes are erasedwhen the battery is disconnected,and set again only after several daysof driving under a variety ofconditions.

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 seconds.

Make sure the ambienttemperature is between 40° and95°F.

If the testing facility determines thatthe readiness codes are not set, youwill be requested to return at a laterdate to complete the test. If you mustget the vehicle retested within thenext two or three days, you cancondition the vehicle for retesting bydoing the following.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly,but not completely, full (around3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 6hours or more.

Drive your vehicle for 30 secondswhile accelerating.

Keep the vehicle in Park(automatic transmission) orneutral (manual transmission).Increase the engine speed to 2,000rpm, and hold it there until thetemperature gauge rises to at least1/4 of the scale (about 3 minutes).

Without touching the acceleratorpedal, start the engine, and let itidle for 20 seconds.

Testing of Readiness Codes

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Select a nearby lightly traveledmajor highway where you canmaintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph(80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20minutes. Drive on the highway inD (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not usethe cruise control. When trafficallows, drive for 90 secondswithout moving the acceleratorpedal. (Vehicle speed may varyslightly; this is okay.) If you cannotdo this for a continuous 90seconds because of trafficconditions, drive for at least 30seconds, then repeat it two moretimes (for a total of 90 seconds).

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theaccelerator pedal or the brakepedal.

Make sure the vehicle has beenparked with the engine off for 30minutes.

If the testing facility determines thereadiness codes are still not set, seeyour dealer.

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Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourdealership does not solve to yoursatisfaction, please discuss it withthe dealership’s management. Theservice manager or general managercan help. Almost all problems aresolved in this way.

U.S. Owners:

Canadian Owners:

If you are dissatisfied with thedecision made by the dealership’smanagement, contact your HondaCustomer Service Office.

When you call or write, please giveus this information:

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. VirginIslands:

Vehicle identification number (seepage )

Name and address of the dealerwho services your vehicle

Date of purchase

Mileage on your vehicle

Your name, address, andtelephone number

A detailed description of theproblem

Name of the dealer who sold thevehicle to you

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CUSTOMER RELATIONS

RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÈLE

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.Automobile Customer ServiceMail Stop 500-2N-7A1919 Torrance BoulevardTorrance, California 90501-2746

Tel: (800) 999-1009

Honda Canada Inc.715 Milner AvenueToronto, ONM1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909

Toronto (416) 287-4776

Bella InternationalP.O. Box 190816San Juan, PR 00919-0816

Tel: (787) 620-7546

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Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:

covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories againstdefects in materials andworkmanship.

provides proratedcoverage for a replacement batterypurchased from your dealer.

providescoverage for as long as the pur-chaser of the muffler owns thevehicle.

these twowarranties cover your vehicle’semissions control systems. Time,mileage, and coverage areconditional. Please read yourwarranty booklet for exactinformation.

this warranty gives upto 100 % credit toward a replacementbattery.

a seatbelt that fails to function properly iscovered by a limited warranty.Please read your warranty bookletfor details.

covers all Hondareplacement parts against defects inmaterials and workmanship.

Honda accessories are coveredunder this warranty. Time andmileage limits depend on the type ofaccessory and other factors. Pleaseread your warranty booklet fordetails.

all exterior body panels arecovered for rust-through from theinside for the specified time periodwith no mileage limit.

Please refer to the 2007 warrantymanual that came with your vehicle.

Restrictions and exclusions apply toall these warranties. Please read the2007 Honda warranty informationbooklet that came with your vehiclefor precise information on warrantycoverages. Your vehicle’s originaltires are covered by theirmanufacturer. Tire warrantyinformation is in a separate booklet.

Warranty Coverages

U.S. Owners

Canadian Owners

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Replacement Battery LimitedWarranty

Replacement Muffler LifetimeLimited Warranty

Emissions Control Systems DefectsWarranty and EmissionsPerformance Warranty

Original Equipment Battery LimitedWarranty

Seat Belt Limited Warranty

Replacement Parts LimitedWarranty

Accessory Limited Warranty

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty

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If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in additionto notifying American Honda MotorCo., Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar com-plaints, it may open an investigation,and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot becomeinvolved in individual problemsbetween you, your dealer, orAmerican Honda Motor Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may call theVehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to

; or write to:Administrator, NHTSA, 400 SeventhStreet, SW., Washington, DC 20590.You can also obtain otherinformation about motor vehiclesafety from .

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This manual describes the procedures involved in thereplacement of damaged body parts.

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CONTINUED

...Accessories and Modifications . 186ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

.......................................Position) . 77............Accessory Power Sockets . 104

................Adding Engine Coolant . 226....................Additives, Engine Oil . 223

.......Adjusting the Steering Wheel . 74.........Advice for Pregnant Women . 16

...............................Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21..............Air Conditioning System . 110

.........................................Usage . 113.......................Air Pressure, Tires . 244.......................Alcohol in Gasoline . 181

......................................Antifreeze . 226Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

...............................Indicator . 59, 204...................................Operation . 204

..............Anti-theft, Audio System . 172Anti-theft Steering Column

..............................................Lock . 77................................Audio System . 115

.....Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 79...Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19

.............Automatic Speed Control . 175

..............Automatic Transmission . 198..........................Capacity, Fluid . 280

...............Checking Fluid Level . 230.......................................Shifting . 198

Shift Lever Position...............................Indicators . 198

................Shift Lever Positions . 198....................Shift Lock Release . 201

BatteryCharging System

...........................Indicator . 57, 265............................Jump Starting . 261

..............................Maintenance . 250............................Specifications . 281

..............................Before Driving . 179....................................Belts, Seat . 8, 18

.........................Beverage Holders . 104..................................Booster Seats . 47

Brakes...........Anti-lock System (ABS) . 204

.............Break-in, New Linings . 180....................Bulb Replacement . 238

...........................................Fluid . 232

.......................................Parking . 102..........................System Design . 203

.................System Indicator . 58, 267........................Wear Indicators . 203

.............................Braking System . 203.................Break-in, New Vehicle . 180

..Brightness Control, Instruments . 72........................Brights, Headlights . 71

Bulb Replacement..........................Back-up Lights . 238

..............................Brake Lights . 238................Front Parking Lights . 237

........Front Side Marker Lights . 237.................................Headlights . 234

.........High-mount Brake Light . 239............................Specifications . 281

....................Turn Signal Lights . 237..............................Bulbs, Halogen . 234

............................Capacities Chart . 280.............Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50

.............................Carrying Cargo . 188

Index

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I

..............CAUTION, Explanation of . ii.........................................CD Care . 169

..........................CD Changer . 131, 153.....CD Changer Error Messages . 133

..............................CD Player . 126, 146.CD Player Error Messages . 131, 153

..................................Ceiling Light . 107........................Certification Label . 278

.................................Chains, Tires . 249....................Changing a Flat Tire . 255

Changing Oil........................................How to . 224......................................When to . 211

...Charging System Indicator . 57, 265..............Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 67............Checklist, Before Driving . 193

.....................................Child Safety . 32..............................Booster Seats . 47

...................................Child Seats . 39Important Safety

.........................Reminders . 32, 35..........................................Infants . 37

............................Large Children . 46.........................................LATCH . 41

......................Risks with Airbags . 33.............................Small Children . 38

.........................................Tethers . 45...........................Warning Labels . 51

.........Where Should a Child Sit? . 33Child Seats

......................................Installing . 40...........................Lower Anchors . 41

......................................Selecting . 39................Tether Anchor Points . 45

Cleaning...................................Seat Belts . 239

..............................................Clock . 173...................................Clutch Fluid . 232

........................CO in the Exhaust . 285......................................Coat Hook . 105

............Cold Weather, Starting in . 194......................Compact Spare Tire . 254

.................Console Compartment . 104

.................Consumer Information . 292.............Controls, Instruments and . 53

Coolant........................................Adding . 226

....................................Checking . 185.........................Proper Solution . 226

...................Temperature Gauge . 67Crankcase Emissions Control

........................................System . 285

................Cruise Control Indicator . 62............Cruise Control Operation . 175

...................................Cup Holders . 104....Customer Service Information . 292

................DANGER, Explanation of . ii...................................Dashboard . 3, 54

................Daytime Running Lights . 72Daytime Running Lights

.......................................Indicator . 62.................................Dead Battery . 261

............Defects, Reporting Safety . 294................Defogger, Rear Window . 73..............Defrosting the Windows . 114

....................................Dimensions . 280...............Dimming the Headlights . 71

Dipstick..........Automatic Transmission . 230

..................................Engine Oil . 183..........................Directional Signals . 71

........Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 203.......................................Disc Care . 169

............................Disc Player . 126, 146..................Display Change Button . 65

Index

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.....................Disposal of Used Oil . 226Doors

.Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 79..............Locking and Unlocking . 78

......................Power Door Locks . 79........DOT Tire Quality Grading . 282

Downshifting, Manual.............................Transmission . 195

...........Driver and Passenger Safety . 5...........................................Driving . 191

....................................Economy . 185..................Dust and Pollen Filter . 241

..............................Economy, Fuel . 185..................................Emergencies . 253

.............Battery, Jump Starting . 261...........Brake System Indicator . 267

................Changing a Flat Tire . 255.....Charging System Indicator . 265

..................Checking the Fuses . 268.........Hazard Warning Flashers . 73

............................Jump Starting . 261.....Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 265...Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 266

..................Overheated Engine . 263.......................................Towing . 274

.........................Emergency Brake . 102......................Emergency Flashers . 73

......................Emergency Towing . 274............Emergency Trunk Opener . 90

.......................Emissions Controls . 285.............Emissions Testing, State . 288

Engine............Adding Engine Coolant . 226

....Coolant Temperature Gauge . 67.........................If It Won’t Start . 259

Malfunction Indicator................................Lamp . 57, 266

.......................Oil Life Indicator . 211........Oil Pressure Indicator . 57, 265

.............................Oil, Synthetic . 223..............Oil, What Kind to Use . 222

...............................Overheating . 263............................Specifications . 280....................Speed Limiter . 197, 200

.......................................Starting . 194......................Ethanol in Gasoline . 181

.Evaporative Emissions Controls . 285...............................Exhaust Fumes . 50

Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................Belts by . 16

....................................Fan Control . 111.........................................Features . 109

....................Filling the Fuel Tank . 181Filters

.........................Dust and Pollen . 241...............................................Oil . 224

.............Flashers, Hazard Warning . 73...................Flat Tire, Changing a . 255

Fluids..........Automatic Transmission . 230

..........................................Brake . 232.........................................Clutch . 232

..............Manual Transmission . 231..........................Power Steering . 233

..................Windshield Washer . 229FM Stereo Radio

...................................Reception . 167...........................Folding Rear Seat . 95..........................Four-way Flashers . 73

Index

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..............................Front Airbags . 9, 23Front Seat

......................................Adjusting . 91.....................................Airbags . 9, 23

.................................................Fuel . 180..........Check Fuel Cap Message . 67

....................................Economy . 185......................Fill Door and Cap . 181

...........................................Gauge . 67.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 67

................Octane Requirement . 180...............................Oxygenated . 180

........................Tank, Refueling . 181..............................Fuse Locations . 272

.....................Fuses, Checking the . 268 .............Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 234..............Hazard Warning Flashers . 73

Headlights........................................Aiming . 234

............Daytime Running Lights . 72..................High Beam Indicator . 62

........................Reminder Beeper . 71........Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 234

...................................Turning on . 71..............................Head Restraints . 94

.............................Heated Mirrors . 102.....................Heating and Cooling . 110

.............High Altitude, Starting at . 194............................High Beam Lever . 71

..............High-mount Brake Light . 239..Hood, Opening and Closing the . 182

..................................................Horn . 69...........................Hydraulic Clutch . 232

...Identification Number, Vehicle . 278..............If the Engine Overheats . 263..............If the Engine Wont Start . 259

Ignition..............................................Keys . 75

...........................................Switch . 77............Timing Control System . 286

........................Immobilizer System . 76.........Important Safety Precautions . 6

Indicators..............ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 59

Brake (Parking and Brake....................................System) . 58

................Charging System . 57, 265.............................Cruise Control . 62

DRL (Daytime Running......................................Lights) . 62

...............Gas Mileage, Improving . 185.........................................Gasoline . 180...........................................Gauge . 67

.....................Low Fuel Indicator . 62................Octane Requirement . 180

........................Tank, Refueling . 181................Gas Station Procedures . 181

Gauges...Engine Coolant Temperature . 67

...............................................Fuel . 67Gearshift Lever Positions

..........Automatic Transmission . 198..............Manual Transmission . 196

......................................Glove Box . 104Gross Axle Weight Rating

.....................................(GAWR) . 189Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

.....................................(GVWR) . 189

Index

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H

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IV

CONTINUED

Indicators...................................High Beam . 62

........Key (Immobilizer System) . 59....................................Lights ON . 63

......................................Low Fuel . 63................Low Oil Pressure . 57, 265

..........Maintenance Minder . 60, 211....................Malfunction Lamp . 266

....................................REV Limit . 61..........................Security System . 63...........................Side Airbag Off . 58

...............................................SRS . 58.................................Trunk Open . 62

Turn Signal and Hazard...................................Warning . 59

..............................Washer Level . 61Indicators, Instrument

.......................................Panel . 55, 57...............................Infant Restraint . 37

Infant Seats......................................Installing . 40

................Tether Anchor Points . 45...................Inflation, Proper Tire . 244

........................Information Display . 64.................................Inside Mirror . 101

.............................Inspection, Tire . 245

....................Installing a Child Seat . 40........................Instrument Panel . 3, 54

........Instrument Panel Brightness . 72................Instrument and Controls . 53

...............................Interior Lights . 107........................................Introduction . i

.................Jacking up the Vehicle . 256.......................................Jack, Tire . 255

................................Jump Starting . 261

..................................................Keys . 75

.......................Label, Certification . 278.................Lane Change, Signaling . 71

..................Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19...............................LATCH System . 41

Lights....................Bulb Replacement . 234

...............................Indicators . 55, 57

.........................................Parking . 71..................................Turn Signal . 71

....................................Load Limits . 189......LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 77

Locks.......Anti-theft Steering Column . 77

............................Fuel Fill Door . 181.................................Power Door . 79

...........................................Trunk . 89........................Low Coolant Level . 185.........................Low Fuel Indicator . 63

...Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 57, 265................................Lower Anchors . 41

...Lower Gear, Downshifting to a . 195

...Lubricant Specifications Chart . 280...........Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 188

Index

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..................................Maintenance . 209..................................Items . 214, 217

........................................Minder . 211.................Minder Indicator . 60, 211

Owner’s Maintenance...................................Checks . 216

.................................Record . 218-219..........................................Safety . 210

.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 57, 266...................Manual Transmission . 195

...............Checking Fluid Level . 231.......................................Shifting . 195

........Manual Transmission Fluid . 231....................................Mats, Floor . 240

...............................Meters, Gauges . 64...................Methanol in Gasoline . 181

........................Mirrors, Adjusting . 101...............Modifying Your Vehicle . 187

.........................................Moonroof . 99................................MP3 . 127, 147, 156

...................Neutral Gear Position . 199

..................New Vehicle Break-in . 180.....................Normal Shift Speeds . 196

...................NOTICE, Explanation of . i...............Numbers, Identification . 278

...Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 180.........................................Odometer . 65

...............................Odometer, Trip . 65Oil

........................Change, How to . 224......................Change, When to . 211......................Checking Engine . 183..............Pressure Indicator . 57, 265

Selecting Proper Viscosity......................................Chart . 223

...........ON (Ignition Key Position) . 77Onboard Refueling Vapor

....................................Recovery . 285............................Outside Mirrors . 101

....................Overheating, Engine . 263....Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 216

.........................Oxygenated Fuels . 181

..............Panel Brightness Control . 72........................Park Gear Position . 199

...........................................Parking . 202...............................Parking Brake . 102

Parking Brake and Brake.................System Indicator . 58, 267

........................Parking Lights . 71, 237Parking Over Things that

....................................Burn . 202, 287..........................................PC Card . 155

.............................PGM-FI System . 286........................Playing a Disc . 126, 146

.........................Playing a PC Card . 155...................................Pollen Filter . 241

..........................Power Door Locks . 79......Power Socket Locations . 103, 105

....................Power Steering Fluid . 233..............................Power Windows . 97

.........Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16........................Preparing to Drive . 193

.........Protecting Adults and Teens . 11...Additional Safety Precautions . 16

.....Advice for Pregnant Women . 16

Index

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CONTINUED

........................Protecting Children . 32.......................General Guideline . 32

................Installing a Child Seat . 40.......................Protecting Infants . 37

.......Protecting Larger Children . 46.........Protecting Small Children . 38

.................Selecting a Child Seat . 39Using Child Seats with

.....................................Tethers . 45.............................Using LATCH . 41

...................Radiator Overheating . 263...........Radio/Disc Sound System . 116

Radio/Disc/PC Card Sound........................................System . 134

...Recommended Tire Pressures . 244.................Radio Theft Protection . 172

...................Readiness Codes . 266, 288Rear Lights, Bulb

..............................Replacement . 238............................Rear Seat Access . 92..........................Rear Seat, Folding . 95

..........................Rear View Mirror . 101.................Rear Window Defogger . 73

................Reclining the Seat-backs . 91.......Recommended Shift Speeds . 196

........................................Refueling . 181.................Reminder Indicators . 55, 57.......................Remote Transmitter . 86

Replacement Information..............Dust and Pollen Filter . 241

................Engine Oil and Filter . 224..........................................Fuses . 268

................................Light Bulbs . 234................Maintenance Minder . 211

................................Spark Plugs . 280......................Tires and Wheels . 247

.............................Wiper Blades . 241Replacing Seat Belts After a

............................................Crash . 20..........Reporting Safety Defects . 294

Reserve Tank, Engine...............................Coolant . 185, 226

...............................Restraint, Child . 32..................Reverse Gear Position . 199

...........................Reverse Lockout . 197................................Rotation, Tire . 246

..................................Safety Belts . 8, 18.........Safety Defects, Reporting . 294

.................................Safety Features . 7...........................................Airbags . 9

.......................................Seat Belts . 8.............Safety Labels, Location of . 51

...............................Safety Messages . ii.....................................Seat Belts . 8, 18

...............Additional Information . 18Automatic Seat Belt

...............................Tensioners . 19.....................................Cleaning . 239

................Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 19................................Maintenance . 20

Reminder Indicator and................................Beeper . 18, 57

...................System Components . 18...............Use During Pregnancy . 16

Wearing a Lap/Shoulder.....................................Belt . 14, 19

.................................................Seats . 91.........................Seats, Folding Rear . 95

Index

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............................Security System . 174.....................Selecting a Child Seat . 39

...............................Serial Number . 278...........................Service Intervals . 211...........................Service Manual . 295

.........Service Station Procedures . 181..........................Setting the Clock . 173

...Shift Lever Position Indicators . 198........................Shift Lock Release . 201

................................Side Airbags . 9, 26..........................Off Indicator . 29, 58

..................Side Curtain Airbags . 9, 28Side Marker Lights, Bulb

..............................Replacement . 237...............................Signaling Turns . 71

..................................Snow Chains . 249.....................................Snow Tires . 248

...........Sockets, Accessory Power . 105................................Sound System . 116

Spare Tire......................................Inflating . 254

............................Specifications . 281....................................Spark Plugs . 280

................................Specifications . 280

................................Speed Control . 175

........................Speed Limiter . 197, 200

..........SRS, Additional Information . 21...Additional Safety Precautions . 31

.............................Airbag Service . 30......Airbag System Components . 21

How the Passenger Airbag...............Off Indicator Works . 29

How the Side Airbag Off......................Indicator Works . 29

..How the SRS Indicator Works . 28How Your Front Airbags

.........................................Work . 23...How Your Side Airbags Work . 26

How Your Side Curtain Airbags.........................................Work . 28

.............................SRS Indicator . 28, 58....START (Ignition Key Position) . 77

.......................Starting the Engine . 194In Cold Weather at High

..................................Altitude . 194................With a Dead Battery . 261..............State Emissions Testing . 288

........Steam Coming from Engine . 263Steering Wheel

................................Adjustments . 74.............Anti-theft Column Lock . 77

.......Steering Wheel Buttons . 170, 175

...................Stereo Sound System . 115....................Storing Your Vehicle . 252

Supplemental Restraint..................................System . 9, 21......................................Servicing . 30

.........................SRS Indicator . 28, 58...................System Components . 21

.........................................SVC . 120, 144..................................Synthetic Oil . 223

..........Taillights, Changing Bulbs . 238.Taking Care of the Unexpected . 253

Technical Descriptions....DOT Tire Quality Grading . 282.....Emissions Control Systems . 285

.....................Oxygenated Fuels . 181Three Way Catalytic

.......................Converter . 286, 287.......................Temperature Gauge . 67.....................Tether Anchor Points . 45

................Theft Protection, Radio . 172Three Way Catalytic

...........................Converter . 286, 287..................Tilt the Steering Wheel . 74

Index

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..........................Time, Setting the . 173....................................Tire Chains . 249

.........Tire, How to Change a Flat . 255...............................................Tires . 243

..............................Air Pressure . 244.........................Checking Wear . 245..........................Compact Spare . 254

......DOT Tire Quality Grading . 282......................................Inflation . 243

..................................Inspection . 245.....................................Labeling . 284

..............................Maintenance . 246...................................Replacing . 247

......................................Rotating . 246...........................................Snow . 248

............................Specifications . 281...................Tools, Tire Changing . 255

Towing.....................................A Trailer . 208

................Emergency Wrecker . 274Transmission

Checking Fluid Level,..............................Automatic . 230

Checking Fluid Level,...................................Manual . 231

..................Fluid Selection . 230, 231

..............Identification Number . 278.............Shifting the Automatic . 198

..................Shifting the Manual . 195...................................Treadwear . 282

...................Treadwear Indicators . 245.......................................Trip Meter . 65

................................................Trunk . 89....................Emergency Opener . 90

........................................Opening . 89............................Open Indicator . 62

....................................Turn Signals . 71

Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................of the . 253

..Uniform Tire Quality Grading . 282........................Unleaded Gasoline . 180

.......Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 226......................Using a Booster Seat . 47

................................Vanity Mirror . 106.................Vehicle Capacity Load . 189

......................Vehicle Dimensions . 280

....Vehicle Identification Number . 278.............................Vehicle Storage . 252

.....................................Ventilation . 112.................................................VIN . 278

..................................Viscosity, Oil . 223

.............WARNING, Explanation of . ii................Warning Button, Hazard . 73

.........Warning Labels, Location of . 51....................Warranty Coverages . 293

Washer, Windshield........Checking the Fluid Level . 229

.......................................Indicator . 62.....................................Operation . 70

Wheels...............Adjusting the Steering . 74............Alignment and Balance . 246

..........................Compact Spare . 254...................................Replacing . 247

..............................Wrench, Nut . 256Windows

..................Operating the Power . 97...........................Rear, Defogger . 73

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Windshield.......................................Cleaning . 70...................................Defroster . 114

.......................................Washers . 70Wipers, Windshield

.......................Changing Blades . 241.....................................Operation . 70

..............................WMA . 127, 147, 157....................................Worn Tires . 245

.....Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 274

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Index

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Service Information Summary

Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

Recommended Engine Oil:

Manual Transmission Fluid:

Power Steering Fluid:

Brake Fluid:

Tire Pressure (measured cold):

DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX:

Si:

DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX:

Si:All models except Si:

DX, Canadian DX-G

LX, EX

Si

Honda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid) preferred, ora DEXRON III ATF as atemporary replacement (see page

).

Unleaded gasoline, pump octanenumber of 87 or higher.

Premium unleaded gasoline,pump octane number of 91 orhigher.

13.2 US gal (50 )

API Premium grade 5W-20detergent oil (see page ).

Oil change capacity (includingfilter):

3.9 US qt (3.7 )

Oil change capacity (includingfilter):

API Premium grade 5W-30detergent oil (see page ).

Honda Manual TransmissionFluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30or 10W-40 motor oil as atemporary replacement (see page

).

Capacity (including differential):

1.5 US qt (1.4 )

Honda Power Steering Fluidpreferred, or another brand ofpower steering fluid as atemporary replacement. Do not

use ATF (see page ).

Honda Heavy Duty Brake FluidDOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 orDOT 4 brake fluid as a temporaryreplacement (see page ).

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )Front/Rear:

4.6 US qt (4.4 )

1.6 US qt (1.5 )32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )

Front/Rear:32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm )

Spare Tire:60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

Front/Rear:Si:

DX, Canadian DX-G, LX, EX:223

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230

231

233

232

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