1997 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

position turns

To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever until you hear a click, then let go. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 36).

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To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will come on and go off.

The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.

Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Instrument Panel Brightness

Turn Signals

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.

The knob on the dashboard to the left of the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Push the knob to get it to pop out. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness. Push the knob back in to lock your adjustments.

TURN SIGNAL LEVER

Signal a turn or lane change with this lever. Push down on the lever to signal a left turn, and up to signal a right turn. If you push it up or down all the way, the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Windshield Wipers

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continu- ously.

The right lever controls the wind- shield wipers and washers. The rotary switch at the end of the lever has three positions: INT: intermittent

: low speed : high speed

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To operate the wipers in mist mode, push the control lever down. The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Windshield Washers

Hazard Warning

On all models except Canadian LX model In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The washers spray until you release the lever. The wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one more sweep of the windshield after you release it.

Push the red button to the left of the clock to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your car is disabled.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger and antenna wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side to side.

Steering Wheel Adjustment You can adjust the steering wheel height to suit your preference. Do this before you begin driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.

Rear Window Defogger

The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The light in the button lights to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 25 minutes. It also shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn it on again when you restart the car.

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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

3. Move the steering wheel up or

down to the desired position. Position the wheel so you can see all the instrument panel gauges and warning lights. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

4. Make sure you have securely

locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.

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1. Adjust the seat so you are a

comfortable distance from the pedals and can operate them safely.

2. The lever to tilt the steering wheel

is under the steering column to the left. Push this lever all the way down.

Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for conditions such as city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather. You should have full control of the car under those conditions.

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Using the Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH

Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.

1. Push in the Cruise Control Master

Switch to the left of the steering column. The indicator in the switch will light.

2. Accelerate to the desired cruising

speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in either of two ways:

RESUME/ accel

Press and hold the RESUME/ accel button. The car will acceler- ate slowly. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

Push on the accelerator pedal. Ac- celerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button.

SET/decel

3. Press and hold the SET/decel

button on the steering wheel until the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on. This shows the system is now activated.

The set speed may vary slightly, particularly on hills.

Steering Wheel Controls

You can decrease the set cruising speed in either of two ways:

Press and hold the SET/decel button. The car will decelerate. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out. When the car slows to the desired speed, press the SET/decel button. The car will then maintain the desired speed.

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Steering Wheel Controls

Even with the cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The car will return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal will cause the cruise control to cancel.

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Cancelling the Cruise Control You can cancel the cruise control in any of these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Press the SET/decel and RE- SUME/accel buttons at the same time.

Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.

When you tap the brake or clutch pedal, or press the SET and RE- SUME buttons at the same time, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow down. You can use the accelerator pedal in the normal way.

If you use the brake or clutch pedal to cancel cruise control, the system remembers the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and press the RESUME/ accel button until the CRUISE CON- TROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

If you cancel cruise control by pressing the SET and RESUME buttons at the same time, the previously-set cruising speed is erased. To use the cruise control, accelerate to the desired cruising speed and press the SET/decel button.

Pressing the Cruise Control Master Switch turns the system completely off and erases the previous cruising speed from memory. To use the system again, refer to Using the Cruise Control.

Keys

KEY NUMBER PLATE

VALET KEY

MASTER KEY

Your vehicle comes with two kinds of keys: a master key and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle:

Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access Glove box

The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the trunk, trunk release handle, rear seat trunk access and the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number plate with your set of keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Keep the plate stored in a safe place. When replacing keys, use only Honda-approved key blanks.

Remote Transmitter On Special Edition model in the U.S. Your car also comes with two remote transmitters; see page 52 for an explanation of the operation.

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions:

LOCK (0) ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III)

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Keys and Locks

LOCK (0) — You can insert or remove the key only in this position. When you turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY, you may have to turn the steering wheel to release the anti-theft lock. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your car has an automatic trans- mission, it must also be in Park. The anti-theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key.

Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

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ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and the cigarette lighter.

ON (II) — This is the normal key position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable. Several of the lights on the instru- ment panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 33).

START (III) — Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON (II) when you let go of the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

Door Locks

LOCK TAB

The doors can also be locked and unlocked from the outside with the key.

Power Door Locks

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Keys and Locks

Each door has a lock tab next to the inside door handle. Push the tab in to lock the door and pull it out to unlock.

To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the car, push the lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull the door handle and push the lock tab in. Release the handle, then close the door.

On all models except Canadian LX model Each door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks both doors. Push the switch down to lock both doors and up to unlock them.

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Keys and Locks

To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the car, push the lock tab in and close the door. To lock the driver's door, pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab in or push the master switch down. Release the handle, then close the door.

Both doors can be locked from the outside by using the key in either door. To unlock only the driver's door from the outside, insert the key in the driver's door lock, turn the key and release it. If you turn the key and hold it, both doors will unlock. Both doors will unlock when you unlock the passenger's door with the key.

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The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the center position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open either door, the light will go out in about 30 seconds and the doors will automatically relock. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately.

You cannot lock or unlock the doors with the remote transmitter if either door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. If either door is not closed, the horn sounds three times to alert you.

Remote Transmitter

LED

LOCK BUTTON

UNLOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

On Special Edition model in the U.S. You can lock and unlock your vehicle with the remote transmitter. When you push the LOCK button, both doors lock.

When you push the UNLOCK button once, only the driver's door unlocks. The passenger's door unlocks when you push the button a second time.

To turn the audible signal off, repeat the above procedure. You should see the LED blink twice.

The audible signal feature will be off after you install a new battery in the remote transmitter. Use the above procedure to turn it on again.

Audible Signal Operation The system will signal you when the doors lock and unlock by flashing the parking lights, side marker lights and taillights: once when the doors lock; and twice when they unlock. You can program the remote transmitter so the horn will also sound. The horn will sound once when you lock the doors, and twice when you unlock them.

To turn audible signal on, press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time. You should see the LED on the remote transmitter come on for one second. Release both buttons after the LED goes out.

Keys and Locks

Panic Mode Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your vehicle's security system to attract attention. When activated, the alarm will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about two minutes. To activate panic mode, push and hold the PANIC button for about one second.

To cancel panic mode before two minutes, press any button on the remote transmitter. You can also turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Panic mode will not activate if the key is in the ignition switch.

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Keys and Locks

Replacing the Battery When the remote transmitter's battery begins to get weak, it may take several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors, and the LED will not light. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR2025

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Open

Close

To replace the battery, remove the round cover on the back of the trans- mitter by turning it counterclockwise with a coin.

BATTERY

ROUND COVER

CUSHION RING

Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same (+ side facing up), then insert it in the transmitter.

Reinstall the cushion ring. Align the mark on the cover with the mark on the transmitter,

then set the cover in place and turn it clockwise.

After the battery is changed, the transmitter must be synchronized with the main unit. With the doors closed, press either the LOCK or UNLOCK button six times.

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As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Transmitter Care Avoid severe shock to the trans- mitter, such as dropping or throwing it. Also, protect it from extreme hot or cold temperatures.

Clean the transmitter case with a soft cloth. Do not use strong cleaners or solvents that could harm the case. Immersing the transmitter in any liquid will harm the trans- mitter and cause it to not function properly.

If you lose a transmitter, you will need to have the replacement programmed to your car's system by your Honda dealer. Any other transmitters you have will also need to be reprogrammed.

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Keys and Locks

Trunk

TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

You can open the trunk in two ways:

Pull the trunk release handle to the left of the driver's seat.

Use the master key to open the trunk lock. The valet key does not work in this lock.

MASTER KEY

To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid.

See page 128 for cargo loading and weight limit information. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid, and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 28.

To protect items in the trunk when you need to give the key to someone else:

1. Lock the trunk release handle

with the master key.

2. Give the person the valet key.

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An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Glove Box

GLOVE BOX

Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle. Close it with a firm push. Lock or unlock the glove box with the master key.

The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on.

Keys and Locks

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Seat Adjustments

Front Seat Adjustments

To change the angle of the seat-back, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Move the seat-back to the desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position.

Adjust the seat before you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under the seat cushion's front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

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Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get from your seat belt in a crash.

You can slide under the seat belt and be seriously injured.

Adjust the seat-back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat.

Driver's Seat Power Height Adjustment

Driver's Seat Power Adjustments

Seat Adjustments

On EX model in the U.S., and EX-R model in Canada The height of your driver's seat is power adjustable. Pull up on the switch to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.

Adjust the seat before you start driving.

Optional on EX model in the U.S. The long horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions. The seat-back angle is adjusted manually. You can adjust the power seat with the ignition switch in any position. Adjust the seat before you start driving. Push the horizontal switch forward or backward to adjust the distance to the steering wheel and pedals.

Pull up or push down on the front of the switch to move the seat bottom's front edge up or down. Pull up or push down on the rear of the switch to move the rear of the seat bottom up or down.

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Seat Adjustments

Pull the center of the horizontal switch up to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.

To change the angle of the seat-back, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. Move the seat-back to the desired position and release the lever. Let the seat-back latch in the new position.

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Reclining the seat-back can decrease the protection you get from your seat belt in a crash.

You can slide under the seat belt and be seriously injured.

Adjust the seat-back to an upright position and sit well back in the seat.

Driver's Lumbar Support

Rear Seat Access

Seat Adjustments

On EX model in the U.S., and EX-R model in Canada Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat-back. Pivot the lever forward until it stops, then let it return. Doing this several times adjusts the lumbar support through its full range.

To get into the back seat on the driver's side, pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever.

On the U.S. EX model with the optional power seat Pull up on the release lever on the side of the seat-back.

To get into the back seat on the passenger's side, pull up on the release lever on the side of the seat- back, and pull the seat-back forward. The seat-back and seat bottom will both move forward to allow easier entry to the back seat. After you return the seat-back to the upright position, push the whole seat backwards until it latches. Make sure the seat is fully latched before sitting in it.

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

To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button and pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

Driving your car without head restraints can lead to serious injury to you and your passenger in a crash.

Make sure the head restraints are in place and adjusted properly before driving.

Seat Adjustments

Head Restraints

RELEASE BUTTON The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger from whiplash and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them so the top of the restraint is even with the top of your ears.

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MASTER KEY

The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back can be released from inside the car or inside the trunk.

To fold down the seat-back from inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. Turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key.

To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release under the rear shelf.

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the rear shelf. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

Folding Rear Seat

Make sure both rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat-back whenever the seat-back is in its upright position.

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are tied down. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Loading Cargo on page 128.

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 28.

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Power Windows

On all models except Canadian LX model Your car's windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.

Each door has a switch that controls its window. To open the window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Close the window by pushing the switch up and holding it.

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MAIN SWITCH

Closing a power window on a child's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your children are away from the windows before closing them.

DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH

The driver's armrest has a master power window control panel. To open the passenger's window, push down on the switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, push up on the window switch. Release the switch when the window gets to the position you want.

The master control panel also con- tains these extra features:

AUTO — To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, push the window switch up briefly.

To open the driver's window only partially, push the window switch down lightly and hold it. The window will stop as soon as you release the switch.

The AUTO function only works to lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must push the window switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

The MAIN switch controls power to the passenger's window. With this switch off, the passenger's window cannot be raised or lowered. The MAIN switch does not affect the driver's window. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the car so they do not injure them- selves by operating the window unintentionally.

The power window system has a key- off delay function. The windows will still operate for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. Opening either door cancels the delay function. You must turn the ignition ON (II) again before you can raise or lower the windows.

Power Windows, Moonroof

Moonroof

MOONROOF SWITCH

On EX and Special Edition models in the U.S., and EX-R model in Canada Use the switch on the dashboard to open and close the moonroof. The ignition must be ON (II). Push and hold the switch to open the moonroof. Release the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position. To close the moonroof, press and hold the

switch.

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Moonroof, Mirrors

The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can still open and close the moonroof for up to ten minutes after you turn off the ignition. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either door. You must then turn the ignition ON (II) for the moonroof to operate.

Mirrors

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

Closing the moonroof on someone's hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

TAB

Make sure passengers are clear of the moonroof before closing it.

NOTICE

If you try to open the moonroof in below-freezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

On all models except Canadian LX model Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver's door armrest:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

2. Move the selector switch to L

(driver's side) or R (passenger's side).

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Mirrors, Parking Brake

Parking Brake

NOTICE

Driving the car with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles.

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

3. Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up or down.

4. When you finish, move the

selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can't move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch.

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 34). If you try to drive the car without releasing the parking brake, the ABS indicator may come on, and the ABS may not work properly.

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Digital Clock

RESET

The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch ON (II). To see the time with the ignition off, press and hold the wide button under the clock.

To set the clock:

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) to

display the time.

2. Swing down the front cover of the

wide button under the clock display. You will see H, M, and RESET buttons.

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3. Press and hold the H button until the hour advances to the desired time.

4. Press and hold the M button until

the numbers advance to the desired time.

You can use the RESET button to quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing RESET sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing RESET sets the clock forward to the beginning of the next hour.

For example:

1:06 would RESET to 1:00. 1:52 would RESET to 2:00.

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Beverage Holder

Be careful when you are using the beverage holder. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passenger. Spilled liquids can also damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

To open the beverage holder, push on the top. The beverage holder lid is spring-loaded and will swing open. To close it, push it down until it latches.

Use the beverage holder only when the car is parked. If you place cups in the holder while driving, the liquid may spill when you go over bumps or around corners.

The inner liner can be removed if you want to hold a larger cup.

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Vanity Mirror, Cigarette Lighter, Ashtrays

Vanity Mirror

Cigarette Lighter

Ashtrays

CIGARETTE LIGHTER

To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull down the cover.

Some models have lighted vanity mirrors. The light beside the mirror comes on only when the light switch is turned on.

The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) for the cigarette lighter to work. To heat up the lighter, push it in. It will pop out when it is ready for use. Do not hold the lighter in while it is heating up, you could cause it to overheat.

ASHTRAY

Open the front ashtray by swinging the lid down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open the lid then pull the ashtray straight outward.

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Ashtrays, Interior Lights

NOTICE

Ceiling Light

Use the ashtray only for cigarettes, cigars, and other smoking materials. To prevent a possible fire and damage to your car, don't put paper or other things that can burn in the ashtray.

OFF

ON

DOOR ACTIVATED

The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on when you open either door. In the ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously.

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ASHTRAY

The rear ashtray is at the rear end of the center console. Open the ashtray by swinging the upper edge of the lid down. To remove the ashtray for emptying, open it, then lift up and out.

Interior Lights

On Special Edition model in the U.S. The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page 52).

Courtesy Lights

IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT

On all models except Canadian LX model Turn on the spotlight by pushing the button next to each light. Push the button again to turn it off. You can use the spotlights at all times.

DOOR LIGHT

On all models except Canadian LX model The courtesy light in each door comes on when the door is opened, and goes out when the door is closed.

Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light comes on when you open the driver's door. It remains on for several seconds after the door is closed.

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Comfort and Convenience Features

The heating and air conditioning systems in your Honda provide a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section de- scribes those features and how to use them. (If you selected an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

On Special Edition model in the U.S. The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your Honda.

Heating and Cooling........................ 74
What Each Control Does............ 74
How to Use the System............... 76
Ventilation................................ 77
To Cool with A/C.................... 78
To Heat..................................... 79
To Heat and Dehumidify

with Air Conditioning.......... 79
To Defog and Defrost............. 79
To Turn Everything Off ............. 80
Audio System (Canadian LX)......... 81

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo

Audio System........................... 81
Operating the Radio.................... 82
Adjusting the Sound.................... 84
Operating the Cassette Player... 85
Tape Search Functions............... 86

Audio System (U.S.: LX, EX,

Canada: EX-R).......................... 87

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo

Audio System........................... 87
Operating the Radio.................... 88
Adjusting the Sound.................... 91
Audio System Lighting............... 91
Operating the Cassette Player... 92
Tape Search Functions............... 92

Operating the Optional CD

Changer.................................... 95
CD Changer Error Indications... 98

Audio System

(U.S.: Special Edition)............. 99
AM/FM/CD Audio System....... 99
Operating the Radio.................. 100
Adjusting the Sound.................. 103
Radio Frequencies..................... 104
Radio Reception......................... 104
Operating the CD Player.......... 106
Operating the CD Changer...... 108
Protecting Compact Discs........ 109
CD Player Error Indications..... 110
CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 111

Operating the Cassette

Player...................................... 112
Tape Search Functions............. 113
Caring for the Cassette

Player...................................... 115
Theft Protection........................ 116
Security System............................. 117

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Proper use of the Heating and Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility.

What Each Control Does

Fan Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the air flow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air condi- tioning ON and OFF. The indicator above the button lights when the A/C is on.

Comfort and Convenience Features

FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

side, air is

Fresh Air/Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When you select the brought in from outside the vehicle (Fresh Air mode). When you select the interior is sent through the system again (Recirculaton mode). The indicator light shows which mode is selected.

side, air from the vehicle's

Mode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from.

Air flows from the center

and corner vents in the dashboard.

Air flow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

vents.

Air flow is divided between

the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Heating and Cooling

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Heating and Cooling

Vent Controls

CENTER VENT

SIDE VENT

You can adjust the direction of the air coming from the dashboard vents by moving the tab in the center of each vent up-and-down and side-to- side.

The vents in the corners of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials next to them.

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How to Use the System This section covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature.

It is best to leave the system in mode under almost all

conditions. Keeping the system in mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to

mode when

mode when the condition

clears.

The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep these clear of leaves and other debris.

Heating and Cooling

FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear window.

1. Turn the temperature control dial

all the way to the left. Make sure the A/C is off.

2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed.

and

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Heating and Cooling

To Cool with AIC 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the

button. The light above the button should come on.

2. Make sure the temperature

control dial is all the way to the left,

3. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed.

and

If the interior is very warm from being parked in the sun, you can cool it down more rapidly by setting up the controls this way:

1. Start the engine. 2. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Make sure the tempera- ture control dial is all the way to the left.

3. Set the fan to maximum speed. 4. Open the windows partially. Select

and

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FRESH AIR/RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling.

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 38) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.

To Heat To warm the interior:

1. Start the engine. 2. Select 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Adjust the warmth of the air with

and

the temperature control dial.

To Heat and Dehumidify with Air Conditioning Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry.

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select 4. Adjust the temperature control

and

dial so the mixture of heated and cooled air feels comfortable.

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To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn on the air conditioning. 3. Select 4. Adjust the temperature control

and

dial so the air flow from the defroster vents feels warm.

5. Turn on the rear window defogger

to help clear the rear window.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

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These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. The air flow will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can close the side vents with the dial beside each vent. This will send more warm air to the windshield defroster vents.

For safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving away.

To Turn Everything Off To shut off the system temporarily, turn the fan speed and temperature control dial all the way to the left.

You should shut the system com- pletely off only for the first few minutes of driving in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.

Heating and Cooling

To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather:

1. Start the engine. 2. Select 3. Switch the fan and temperature

and

controls to maximum.

To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select windshield is clear, select avoid fogging the windows.

Once the to

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Audio System

SW-VOL/BAL KNOB

TUNE/SEEK BAR

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For Canadian LX model only Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations.

The cassette system features autoreverse for continuous play.

AM/FM BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

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SW-VOL/BAL KNOB

TUNE/SEEK BAR

STEREO INDICATOR

AM/FM BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

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Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the SW-VOL/ BAL knob.

Adjust the volume by turning the SW-VOL/BAL knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcast- ing in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

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You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, or the Preset buttons.

) to tune to a higher frequency, ) to tune to a

TUNE — Use the TUNE/SEEK bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Press the upper part or the lower part ( lower frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the bar when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, press and release the TUNE/SEEK bar quickly.

SEEK — The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the TUNE/SEEK bar until you hear a beep, then release it. Depending on which part of the bar you pressed, the system scans upward or down- ward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

Preset — You can store the fre- quencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band.

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To store a frequency:

1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button.

2. Use the TUNE or SEEK bar to

tune the radio to the desired station.

3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total

of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.

Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper Preset button to tune to it. The preset frequencies will be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected or the radio fuse is removed.

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Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader — These two controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.

Adjust the Fader to your liking by turning the outside ring. Adjust the Balance by pulling out the SW-VOL/ BAL knob and turning it.

Treble/Bass — Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking. Adjust the Bass by turning the knob. Adjust the Treble by pulling out the knob and turning it.

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BALANCE CONTROL

FADER CONTROL

TREBLE/BASS CONTROL

Radio Frequencies and Reception For information, See page 104.

Operating the Cassette Player Turn the audio system ON. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot. The system will pull it in the rest of the way, and begin to play.

The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette is playing. The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the Fast Forward/Rewind buttons at the same time.

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EJECT BUTTON

FAST FORWARD BUTTON

REWIND BUTTON

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

CASSETTE SLOT

When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button.

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FAST FORWARD BUTTON

REWIND BUTTON

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Tape Search Functions FF/REW — Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. Press the REW button to rewind the tape, the FF button to fast forward. To take the system out of rewind, press the FF button briefly. To take the system out of fast forward, press REW briefly. If the system reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, it automatically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.

Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems. See page 115 for information on cassette care and protection.

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(U.S.: EX, Canada: EX-R)

AM/FM/Cassette Stereo Audio System For LX and EX models in the U.S. and EX-R model in Canada Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO tape, and autoreverse for continuous play. U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R The Anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the car's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number (see page 116).

* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpo- ration. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Licensing Corporation.

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TUNE — Use the TUNE/SEEK switch to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Push the switch up to tune to a higher frequency, and push the switch down to tune to a lower frequency. The frequency numbers will start to change rapidly. Release the switch when the display reaches the desired frequency. To change the frequency in small increments, push and release the TUNE/SEEK switch quickly.

SEEK — The SEEK function searches the band for a station with a strong signal. To activate it, push the TUNE/SEEK switch until you hear a beep, then release it. Depending on which way you pushed the switch, the system scans upward or downward from the current frequency. It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal.

Preset — You can store the fre- quencies of your favorite radio stations in the six preset buttons. Each button will store one frequency on the AM band, and two on the FM band.

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Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in AC- CESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on and adjust the volume by turning the ON/OFF/VOL knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM or FM button. On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broad- casting in stereo. Stereo reproduction on AM is not available.

You can use any of three methods to find radio stations on the selected band: TUNE, SEEK, or the Preset buttons.

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To store a frequency:

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ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

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1. Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store two frequencies with each Preset button.

2. Use the TUNE or SEEK function

to tune the radio to a desired station.

3. Pick the Preset button you want for that station. Press the button and hold it until you hear a beep.

4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM.

Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper Preset button to tune to it. The preset frequencies will be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead, is disconnected or the radio fuse is removed.

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

AM/FM BUTTONS

PRESET BUTTONS

(U.S.: EX, Canada: EX-R)

ON/OFF/VOL KNOB

TUNE/SEEK SWITCH

AM/FM BUTTONS

PRESET BUTTONS

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On U.S. EX and Canadian EX-R models AUTO SELECT — If you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive the stations you preset, you can use the Auto Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A. SELECT button. A. SELECT will appear in the display, and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds. It automatically scans both bands, looking for stations with strong signals. It stores the frequen- cies of six AM stations and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons. You can then use the preset buttons to select those stations. If you are in a remote area, Auto Select may not find six strong AM stations or twelve strong FM stations. If this happens, you will see a "0" displayed when you press any preset button that does not have a station stored.

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AUTO SELECT LIGHT

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

With Auto Select on, you cannot manually store any frequencies in the preset buttons. If you do not like the stations found by Auto Select, you can use the TUNE and SEEK functions to find other stations.

Auto Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset pre- viously. When you return home, turn off Auto Select by pressing the A. SELECT button. The preset buttons will then select the fre- quencies you originally set.

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Adjusting the Sound Balance/Fader—These two controls adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. The Balance control adjusts the side- to-side strength, while the Fader control adjusts the front-to-back strength.

To use these controls, push on the knob to get them to pop out. Adjust the Fader to your liking by turning the outside ring. Adjust the Balance by turning the knob. Push the controls back in when you are done. Treble/Bass — Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking. Push on the controls to get them to pop out. Adjust the Bass by turning the outer ring. Adjust the Treble by turning the knob. Push the controls back in when you are finished so you cannot change the settings by accidentally bumping them.

FADER BALANCE CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL CONTROL

BASS TREBLE

Radio Frequencies and Reception For information, See page 104.

Audio System Lighting You can use the Balance control knob to turn off the illumination of the audio system. Push the Balance/ Fader controls so they pop out, then pull the Balance control knob out slightly farther.

Check the Balance control knob if the audio system does not illuminate with the instrument panel lights.

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Operating the Cassette Player Turn the audio system ON. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then insert the cassette most of the way into the slot. The system will pull it in the rest of the way, and begin to play.

The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette is playing. The indicates the side you inserted facing upward is now playing. If you want to play the other side, press the PROG button.

Dolby B noise reduction turns on when you insert a cassette. If the tape was not recorded with Dolby B noise reduction, turn it off by pressing the

button.

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When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove the cassette from the drive, press the EJECT button.

The system will automatically eject the cassette whenever you turn off the system or the ignition switch.

Tape Search Functions With a cassette playing, you can use the FF, REW, TMS, or REPEAT function to find a desired program.

FF/REW — Fast Forward and Rewind move the tape rapidly. To rewind the tape, push the FF/REW/ TMS switch down, then release it. You will see REW in the display. To fast forward the tape, push the switch up, then release it. You will see FF displayed. Press the PLAY button to take the system out of rewind or fast forward. If the system

reaches the end of the tape while in fast forward or rewind, it auto- matically stops that function, reverses direction, and begins to play.

TMS — The Tape Music Search Function allows you to find the beginning of a song or passage. You activate TMS with the FF/REW/ TMS switch. To find the beginning of the song or passage currently playing, push the switch down and hold it until you hear a beep. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds. To find the beginning of the next song, push the switch up and hold it until you hear a beep. You will see FF flashing in the display as the tape fast forwards. When the system finds the begin- ning of a song or passage, it goes back to PLAY mode.

REPEAT — The Repeat function continuously replays the current song or passage. Press the REPEAT button to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage, the system returns to PLAY mode. It will continue to repeat this same program until you deactivate REPEAT by pressing the button again.

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CASSETTE SLOT

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

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FF/REW/TMS SWITCH

EJECT BUTTON

PROG BUTTON

PLAY BUTTON

DOLBY BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

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CASSETTE SLOT

TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR

FF/REW/TMS SWITCH