2000 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

or scratches in the paint. Repair them right away to prevent corrosion of the metal underneath. Use the touch-up paint only on small chips and scratches. More extensive paint damage should be repaired by a professional.

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Carpeting Vacuum the carpeting frequently to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make the carpet wear out faster. Periodically shampoo the carpet to keep it looking new. Use one of the foam-type carpet cleaners on the market. Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner, applying it with a sponge or soft brush. Keep the carpeting as dry as possible by not adding water to the foam.

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Leather On some models Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently. Pay particular attention to the pleats and seams. Clean the leather with a soft cloth dampened with clear water, then buff it with a clean, dry cloth. If further cleaning is needed, use a soap specifically for leather, such as saddle soap. Apply this soap with a damp, soft cloth. Wipe down and buff as described above.

Fabric Vacuum dirt and dust out of the material frequently. For general cleaning, use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water, letting it air dry. To clean off stubborn spots, use a commercially-available fabric cleaner. Test it on a hidden area of the fabric first, to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric. Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner.

Vinyl Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft cloth dampened in a solution of mild soap and water. Use the same solution with a soft-bristle brush on more difficult spots. You can also use commercially-available spray or foam-type vinyl cleaners.

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LOOP

If your seat belts get dirty, you can use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them. Do not use bleach, dye, or cleaning solvents. They can weaken the belt material. Let the belts air- dry before you use the car.

Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat belt anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly. Wipe the insides of the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol.

Windows Clean the windows, inside and out, with a commercially-available glass cleaner. You can also use a mixture of one part white vinegar to ten parts water. This will remove the haze that builds up on the inside of the windows. Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear plastic surfaces.

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NOTICE

The rear window defogger and antenna wires are bonded to the inside of the glass. Wiping vigorously up-and- down can dislodge and break these wires. When cleaning the rear window, use gentle pressure and wipe side-to- side.

Air Fresheners If you want to use an air freshener/ deodorizer in the interior of your car, it is best to use a solid type. Some liquid air fresheners contain chemi- cals that may cause parts of the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor.

If you use a liquid air freshener, make sure you fasten it securely so it does not spill as you drive.

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Two factors normally contribute to causing corrosion in your car:

1. Moisture trapped in body cavities.

Dirt and road salt that collects in hollows on the underside of the car stays damp, promoting corrosion in that area.

Many corrosion-preventive measures are built into your Honda. You can help keep your car from corroding by performing some simple periodic maintenance:

Repair chips and scratches in the paint as soon as you discover them.

2. Removal of paint and protective coatings from the exterior and underside of the car.

Inspect and clean out the drain holes in the bottom of the doors and body.

Check the floor coverings for dampness. Carpeting and floor mats may remain damp for a long time, especially in winter. This dampness can eventually cause the floor panels to corrode.

Use a high-pressure spray to clean the underside of your car. This is especially important in areas that use road salt in winter. It is also a good idea in humid climates and areas subject to salt air. Cars equipped with ABS have a sensor and wiring at each wheel. Be careful not to damage them.

Have the corrosion-preventive coatings on the underside of your car inspected and repaired periodically.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuBody repairs can affect your car's resistance to corrosion. If your car needs repairs after a collision, pay close attention to the parts used in the repair and the quality of the work.

Make sure the repair facility uses Genuine Honda replacement body parts. Some companies make sheet metal pieces that seem to duplicate the original Honda body parts, but are actually inferior in fit, finish, and corrosion resistance. Once installed, they do not give the same high- quality appearance.

When reporting your collision to the insurance company, tell them you want Genuine Honda parts used in the repair. Although most insurers recognize the quality of original parts, some may try to specify that the repairs be done with other available parts. You should investi- gate this before any repairs have begun.

Take your car to your authorized Honda dealer for inspection after the repairs are completed. Your dealer can make sure that quality materials were used, and that corrosion- preventive coatings were applied to all repaired and replaced parts.

Body Repairs

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This section covers the more- common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again. If not, you will also find instructions on getting your car towed.

Compact Spare Tire....................... 276
Changing a Flat Tire .................... 277
If Your Engine Won't Start........... 283

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly............................. 283

The Starter Operates

Normally................................ 284
Jump Starting................................. 285
If Your Engine Overheats............. 288
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.......... 291
Charging System Indicator........... 292
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ........ 293
Brake System Indicator................ 294
Closing the Moonroof................... 295
Fuses............................................... 296
Checking and Replacing........... 297
Emergency Towing....................... 301

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stMain MenuCompact Spare Tire

Your car has a compact spare tire that takes up less space. Use this spare tire as a temporary replace- ment only. Get your regular tire repaired or replaced and put back on your car as soon as you can.

Check the inflation pressure of the compact spare tire every time you check the other tires. It should be inflated to: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm2)

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Follow these precautions whenever you are using the compact spare tire:

INDICATOR LOCATION MARK

Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) under any circumstances.

This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road sur- faces than the regular tire. Use greater caution while driving on this tire.

Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare.

The wheel of the compact spare tire is designed especially to fit your car. Do not use your spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model.

TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR

The compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a regular tire. Replace it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The compact spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the compact wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire.

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TRUNK FLOOR

TOOL KIT

If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you get to an exit or an area to stop that is far away from the traffic lanes.

The car can easily roil off the jack, seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the car when it is supported only by the jack.

JACK 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights

SPARE TIRE

and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Have all the passengers get out of the car while you change the tire.

1. Park the car on firm, level and non-slippery ground away from traffic. Put the transmission in Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual). Apply the parking brake.

3. Open the trunk. Raise the trunk

floor by lifting up on the back edge.

4. The tools are in the tool box on the right side of the trunk. Take the tools out of the tool box.

COVER

5. Unscrew the wing bolt and take

the spare tire out of its well.

6. The jack is behind a cover in the

right fender. Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclock- wise, then pulling on the cover.

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JACK

WHEEL NUTS

WHEEL WRENCH

JACKING POINT

7. Turn the jack's end bracket

counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.

8. Loosen the four wheel nuts (4- cylinder) or five (V-6) 1/2 turn with the wheel wrench.

9. Find the jacking point nearest the wheel you are removing. Place the jack under the jacking point. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch.

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WHEEL COVER

Changing a Flat Tire

WHEEL WRENCH

10.Use the extension and wheel wrench as shown to raise the vehicle until the flat tire is off the ground.

11.Remove the wheel nuts and flat

tire. Temporarily place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface of the wheel facing up. You could scratch the wheel if you put it face down.

WHEEL NUTS On LX and LX-V6 models Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or other tool. The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts.

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BRAKE HUB

12.Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully, it may be hot from driving.

13.Put on the spare tire. Put the

wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a crisscross pattern with the wheel wrench until the wheel is firmly against the hub. Do not try to tighten them fully.

14.Lower the car to the ground and

remove the jack.

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4-cylinder models

6-cylinder models

15.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf.ft (108 N.m,11 kgf.m)

CENTER CAP

16. On EX and EX-V6 models

Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well.

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WING BOLT

SPACER CONE

20.Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Replace the cover. Store the tools.

17.Place the flat tire face down in the

spare tire well.

18.Remove the spacer cone from the

wing bolt, turn it over, and put it back on the bolt.

19.Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole.

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Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants.

Store the wheel, jack and tools securely before driving.

21.Store the wheel cover or center

cap in the trunk. Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged.

22.Lower the trunk floor, then close

the trunk lid.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuDiagnosing why your engine won't start falls into two areas, depending on what you hear when you turn the key to START (III):

You hear nothing, or almost nothing. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all, or operates very slowly.

You can hear the starter motor operating normally, or the starter motor sounds like it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start up and run.

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you turn the ignition switch to START (III), you do not hear the normal noise of the engine trying to start. You may hear a clicking sound or series of clicks, or nothing at all. Check these things:

Your car has the Immobilizer System. You should use a properly-coded master or valet key to start the engine (see page 73 ). A key that is not properly coded will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly.

If Your Engine Won't Start

Check the transmission interlock. If you have a manual transmission, the clutch pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it must be in Park or Neutral.

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the headlights and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or don't light at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting on page 285 .

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuIf you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 301.

If Your Engine Won't Start

Turn the ignition switch to START (III). If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is proba- bly something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. (See Emergency Towing on page 301.)

If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is dis- charged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connec- tions (see page 238 ). You can then try jump starting the car from a booster battery (see page 285 ).

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The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper starting procedure? Refer to Starting the Engine on page 175 .

Do you have fuel? Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) for a minute and watch the fuel gauge. The low fuel level warning light may not be working, so you were not reminded to fill the tank.

There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 296).

Table of ContentsstMain MenuIf your car's battery has run down, you may be able to start the engine by using a booster battery. Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several precautions.

A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.

You cannot start a Honda with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it.

Jump Starting

To jump start your car, follow these directions closely:

1. Open the hood and check the

physical condition of the battery (see page 238 ). In very cold weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.

NOTICE

/f a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze. Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture.

2. Turn off all the electrical acces-

sories: heater, A/C, climate control, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake.

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4-cylinder models

6-cylinder models

4-cylinder models

3. Connect one jumper cable to the

positive ( +) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( +) terminal on your Honda's battery.

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4. Connect the second jumper cable

to the negative ( — ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

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5. If the booster battery is in another

vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

6. Start your car. If the starter motor

still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal-to- metal contact.

7. Once your car is running, discon- nect the negative cable from your car, then from the booster battery. Disconnect the positive cable from your car, then the booster battery.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuYour car can overheat for several reasons, such as lack of coolant or a mechanical problem. The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark. Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood. In either case, you should take immediate action.

1. Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Turn off the heating and cooling/ climate control system and all other accessories. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

2. If you see steam and/or spray

coming from under the hood, turn off the engine.

Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

If Your Engine Overheats

The pointer of your car's tempera- ture gauge should stay in the mid- range under most conditions. It may go higher if you are driving up a long steep hill on a very hot day. If it climbs to the red mark, you should determine the reason.

NOTICE

Driving with the temperature gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to your engine.

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leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the A/C running, for example), the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the tempera- ture gauge comes down to the mid- point then continue driving.

4. If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark, turn off the engine.

5. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open the hood.

6. 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, it must be repaired before you continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 301).

7. If you don't find an obvious leak,

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page 166). If the level is below the MIN mark, add coolant to halfway between the MIN and MAX marks.

If Your Engine Overheats

8. If there was no coolant in the

reserve tank, you may also have to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera- ture gauge, or lower, before check- ing the radiator.

Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray out, seriously scalding you.

Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.

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9. Using gloves or a large heavy

cloth, turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pushing down, to the first stop. This releases any remaining pressure in the cooling system. After the pressure releases, push down on the cap and turn it until it comes off.

10.Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum (climate control to FULL AUTO at 90° F/32° C). Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can.

11. Put the radiator cap back on

tightly. Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair. (See Emergency Towing on page 301.)

12.If the temperature stays normal,

check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly.

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NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn off the engine as soon as you can safely get the car stopped.

1. Safely pull off the road and shut

off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

2. Let the car sit for a minute. Open

the hood and check the oil level (see page 164 ). Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back to the full mark on the dipstick (see page 212).

This indicator should light when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. It should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing, it indicates that the oil pressure dropped very low for a moment, then recovered. If the indicator stays on with the engine running, it shows that the engine has lost oil pressure and serious engine damage is possible. In either case, you should take immediate action.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

4. Start the engine and watch the oil

pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving. (See Emergency Towing on page 301.)

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuImmediately turn off all electrical accessories: radio, heater, A/C, climate control, rear defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not to use other electrically-operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it. Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly.

By eliminating as much of the electrical load as possible, you can drive several miles (kilometers) before the battery is too discharged to keep the engine running. Drive to a service station or garage where you can get technical assistance.

Charging System Indicator

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

This indicator should come on when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. If it comes on brightly when the engine is running, it indicates that the charging system has stopped charging the battery.

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This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem. Even though you may feel no difference in your car's performance, it can reduce your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions. Continued operation may cause serious damage.

If you have recently refueled your car, the cause of this indicator coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap and tighten it until it clicks several times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing. Tightening the cap will not make the indicator turn off immediately; it takes three driving trips.

If the indicator remains on past three driving trips, or the fuel cap was not loose or missing, have the car checked by the dealer as soon as possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem. Avoid full-throttle acceleration and driving at high speed.

You should also have the dealer inspect your car if this indicator comes on repeatedly, even though it may turn off as you continue driving.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

NOTICE

If you keep driving with the malfunction indicator lamp on, you can damage your car's emissions controls and engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your car's warranties.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuSlow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the longer distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the car. You should have it towed, and repaired as soon as possible. (See Emergency Towing on page 301.)

If you must drive the car a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and cautiously.

Brake System Indicator

BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

* U.S. indicator shown

The Brake System Indicator light comes on when you turn the ignition ON (II). If the parking brake is not set, it goes off after you start the engine. If the parking brake is set, it goes off when you fully release the parking brake with the engine running.

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If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a problem with the car's brake system. In most cases, the problem is a low fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 228 ). If the fluid level is low, take the car to your dealer and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads.

However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. Because of the brake system's dual-circuit design, a problem in one part of the system will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much farther before the car begins to slow down, and you will have to press harder on the pedal. The distance needed to stop will be much longer.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuIf the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following:

1. Check the fuse for the moonroof motor (see page 296). If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating.

2. Try closing the moonroof. If the

new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate, you can close the moonroof manually.

3. Get the moonroof wrench out of

the tool kit in the trunk.

Closing the Moonroof

ROUND PLUG

SOCKET

4. Use a screwdriver or coin to remove the round plug in the center of the headliner.

5. Insert the moonroof wrench into the socket behind this plug. Turn the wrench until the moonroof is fully closed.

6. Remove the wrench. Replace the

round plug.

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All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses to protect them from a short circuit or overload. These fuses are located in three fuse boxes.

INTERIOR

UNDER-HOOD

TAB

COVER

The interior fuse boxes are located on each side of the dashboard. To open an interior fuse box, open the car door. Pull the cover open, then take it out of its hinges by pulling it toward you.

The under-hood fuse box is located in the back of the engine compart- ment on the passenger's side. To open it, push the tabs as shown.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuChecking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages 299 and 300, or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause. Replace any blown fuses and check the component's operation.

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off.

2. Remove the cover from the fuse

box.

FUSE

Fuses

BLOWN

FUSE PULLER

3. Check each of the large fuses in

the under-hood fuse box by looking through the top at the wire inside. Removing these fuses requires a Phillips-head screw- driver.

4. Check the smaller fuses in the under-hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse boxes by pulling out each fuse with the fuse puller provided in the under-hood fuse box.

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BLOWN

5. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower.

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If you cannot drive the car without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio). If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.

NOTICE

Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replace- ment fuse with the proper rating for the circuit, install one with a lower rating.

6. If the replacement fuse of the

same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your car. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your car checked by a qualified mechanic.

On EX and EX-V6 models If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see "Code" in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page 156).

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Front

Passenger's Side

Front

Fuses

* : On Canadian models

* 1 : EX, EX-V6
* 2 : LX-V6, EX, EX-V6
* 3 : Canadian models * 4 : U.S. models except LX

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* 1: EX-V6 in Canada * 2 : EX, EX-V6

Table of ContentsstMain MenuIf your car needs to be towed, call a professional towing service or, if you belong to one, an organization that provides roadside assistance. Never tow your car behind another vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.

There are three popular types of professional towing equipment.

Flat-bed Equipment — The operator loads your car on the back of a truck. This is the best way to transport your Honda.

Wheel-Lift Equipment — The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires (front or rear) and lift them off the ground. The other two tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to tow your Honda.

Emergency Towing

NOTICE

Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shift the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), your car must be transported with the front wheels off the ground.

With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the car no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h).

Sling-type Equipment — The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks go around parts of the frame or suspension and the cables lift that end of the car off the ground. Your car's suspension and body can be seriously damaged. This method of towing is unacceptable.

If your Honda cannot be transported by flat-bed, it should be towed by wheel-lift equipment with the front wheels off the ground. If due to damage, your car must be towed with the front wheels on the ground, do the following:

5-speed Manual Transmission

Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral.

Automatic Transmission:

Release the parking brake. Start the engine. Shift to D4, then to N. Turn off the engine.

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Trying to lift or tow your car by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the car's weight.

Emergency Towing

If you decide to tow your car with all four wheels on the ground, make sure you use a properly-designed and attached tow bar. Prepare the car for towing as described above, and leave the ignition switch in Accessory (I) so the steering wheel does not lock. Make sure the radio and any items plugged into the accessory power socket are turned off so they do not run down the battery.

NOTICE

The steering wheel system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in Accessory (I), and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin towing.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuThe diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. The expla- nations of several electronic and mechanical systems on your Honda are for the more technically-oriented owner.

Identification Numbers................. 304
Specifications

(4-cylinder Models)................... 306

Specifications

(6-cylinder Models)................... 308

DOT Tire Quality Grading

(U.S. Cars)............................. 310
Treadwear.................................. 310
Traction....................................... 310
Temperature.............................. 311
Oxygenated Fuels.......................... 312
Driving in Foreign Countries....... 313

Technical Information

Emissions Controls........................ 314
The Clean Air Act...................... 314
Crankcase Emissions Control

System..................................... 314

Evaporative Emissions Control

System..................................... 314

Onboard Refueling Vapor

Recovery................................. 314
Exhaust Emissions Controls.... 315
PGM-FI System..................... 315
Ignition Timing Control

System................................. 315

Exhaust Gas Recirculation

(EGR) System.................... 315

Three Way Catalytic

Converter............................ 315
Replacement Parts..................... 315
Three Way Catalytic Converter... 316

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stMain MenuIdentification Numbers

Your car has several identifying numbers located in various places.

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your Honda dealer uses to register your car for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your car. The easiest place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard. You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver's side. It is also on the Certification label attached to the driver's doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the Certification label.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

Table of ContentsstMain MenuThe Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front.

4 cylinder Models

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission.

Identification Numbers

MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

6-cylinder Models

ENGINE NUMBER

ENGINE NUMBER

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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Table of ContentsstMain Menu* 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the

engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 , 0.13 Imp gal)

* 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuSpecifications (4-cylinder Models)

page 234.

Technical Information

page 299

page 300

Table of ContentsstMain MenuSpecifications (6-cylinder Models)

Technical Information

* 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the

engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6

,0.13 Imp gal)

* 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuSpecifications (6-cylinder Models)

page 237.

Technical Information

page 299

page 300

* 1 : EX-V6
* 2 : LX-V6

Table of ContentsstMain MenuDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars)

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a compara- tive rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual condi- tions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.

Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for tread wear, traction, and temperature performance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and the maximum section width. For example:

Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars)

Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, underinfla- tion, or excessive loading either separately or in combination, can cause heat build-up and possible tire failure.

Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

Technical Information

Table of ContentsstMain MenuIf you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline.

Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty.

Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name "Gasohol."

MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume.

METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol) Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel that contains methanol. Methanol can corrode metal parts in the fuel system, and also damage plastic and rubber components. This damage would not be covered by your warranties.

Oxygenated Fuels

Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions.

If you use an oxygenated fuel, be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement.

Before using an oxygenated fuel, try to confirm the fuel's contents. Some states/provinces require this information to be posted on the pump.

The following are the U.S. EPA and Canadian CGSB approved percentages of oxygenates:

ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuIf you are planning to take your Honda outside the U.S. or Canada, contact the tourist bureaus in the areas you will be traveling in to find out about the availability of unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating.

If unleaded gasoline is not available, be aware that using leaded gasoline in your Honda will affect perfor- mance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. It will no longer comply with U.S. and Canadian emissions regulations, and will be illegal to operate in North America. To bring your car back into compliance will require the replace- ment of several components, such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter. These re- placements are not covered under warranty.

Driving in Foreign Countries

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuEmissions Controls

The burning of gasoline in your car's engine produces several byproducts. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas.

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The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act* sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 202.

* In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured.

Crankcase Emissions Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine's crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve routes them from

the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.

Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving.

Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery The Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuExhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These four systems work together to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems.

PGM-FI System The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM)/ Powertrain Control Module (PCM- A /T only) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all

operating conditions.

Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO and NOx produced.

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned.

Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine's exhaust to carbon dioxide (C02), dinitrogen (N2), and water vapor.

Emissions Controls

Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work to- gether in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new Genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your car.

The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your car. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuKeep the engine tuned-up.

Have your car diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

The three way catalytic converter contains precious metals that serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent.

The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any com- bustible materials that come near it. Park your car away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables.

Technical Information

THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER

A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your car's three way catalytic converter.

Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuWarranty and Customer Relations

Customer Relations

Information................................. 318
U.S. Zone Office Map.................... 319
Canada Zone Office Map.............. 320
Warranty Coverages..................... 321
Reporting Safety Defects

(U.S. Vehicles)........................... 322
Authorized Manuals...................... 323

Warranty and Customer Relations

stMain MenuCustomer Relations Information

Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way.

If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office. Refer to the U.S. and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages.

When you call or write, please give us this information:

Vehicle Identification Number (see page 304) Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the car to you

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuWarranty Coverages

U.S. Owners Your new Honda is covered by these warranties:

New Car Limited Warranty — covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.

Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — these two warranties cover your vehicle's emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional Please read the warranty manual for exact information.

Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery.

Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the vehicle.

Replacement Battery Limited Warranty — provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer.

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.

Accessory Limited Warranty — Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details.

Replacement Parts Limited Warranty — covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman- ship.

Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty — provides coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the car.

Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2000 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your car for precise information on warranty coverages. Your Honda's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty infor- mation is in a separate booklet.

Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2000 Warranty Manual that came with your car.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuReporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Table of ContentsstMain MenuAccessories and Modifications.... 168
Accessories................................. 168
Additional Safety Precaution.... 169
Modifications............................. 169

ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

Position)....................................... 76
Accessory Power Socket.............. 105
Adding

Automatic Transmission

Fluid........................................ 225
Brake Fluid................................. 228
Clutch Fluid................................ 229
Engine Coolant........................... 217
Engine Oil................................... 212
Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 227
Power Steering Fluid................. 230
Windshield Washer Fluid......... 224

Additional Information About

Your Airbags............................ 48
Additional Safety Precautions.... 48
Airbag Service.............................. 48

Additional Information About

Your Front Airbags................. 43

How Your Front Airbags

Work......................................... 43

How Your SRS Indicator Light

Works........................................ 45
SRS Components......................... 43

Additional Information About

Your Seat Belts........................ 40
Lap/Shoulder Belts..................... 40
Seat Belt Maintenance................ 42
Seat Belt System Components... 40

Additional Information About

Your Side Airbags.................... 46

How the Side Airbag Indicator

Light Works............................. 47
How Your Side Airbags Work.... 46
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 214
Adjustments

Headlights.................................. 254
Head Restraints........................... 92
Mirrors.......................................... 99
Seats.............................................. 87
Steering Wheel............................ 68
Airbag (SRS)............................... 9, 43
Air Cleaner Element...................... 231

Index

Air Conditioning Filter.................. 244
Air Conditioning System.......110, 117
Maintenance............................... 243
Usage................................. 113, 119
Air Outlets (Vents)............... 112, 117
Air Pressure, Tires........................ 246
Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 312
Antifreeze...................................... 217
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Indicator Light.................... 55, 187
Operation.................................... 186
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. 75
Appearance Care........................... 267
Audio System........................ 125, 137
Automatic Lighting Off Feature.... 63
Automatic Speed Control................ 69
Automatic Transmission............... 178
Capacity, Fluid.................. 306, 308
Checking Fluid Level................ 225
Shifting........................................ 179
Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 179
Shift Lever Positions................. 179
Shift Lock Release..................... 182

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stMain MenuIndex

Battery

Charging System

Indicator............................ 54, 292
Jump Starting............................. 285
Maintenance............................... 238
Specifications..................... 307, 309
Before Driving............................... 159
Belts, Seat..................................... 8, 40
Beverage Holder............................ 102
Body Repair.................................... 273
Brakes

Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 186
Break-in, New Linings .............. 160
Fluid........................................... 228
Light, Burned-out.............. 259, 260
Parking........................................ 100
System Indicator.................. 54, 294
Wear Indicators......................... 185

Brakes, ABS

Operation.................................... 186
System Indicator.................. 55, 187
Braking System.............................. 185
Break-in, New Vehicle .................. 160
Brightness Control, Instruments... 64

Brights, Headlights......................... 62
Bulb Replacement

Back-up Lights........................... 260
Brake Lights ...................... 259, 260
Ceiling Light............................... 264
Courtesy Light........................... 264
Front Parking Lights................. 258
Front Side Marker Lights......... 257
Headlights.................................. 255
High-mount Brake Light.......... 262
License Plate Lights.................. 263
Rear Side Marker Lights.......... 261
Specifications..................... 307, 309
Spotlight...................................... 264
Trunk Light................................ 265
Turn Signal Lights..................... 257
Bulbs, Halogen............................... 255

Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 285
Capacities Chart.................... 306, 308
Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 49
Carrying Cargo.............................. 170
Cassette Player

Care............................................. 154

Operation............................130, 151
CAUTION, Explanation of.............. ii CD Changer.......................... 133, 147
CD Player...............................133, 145
Ceiling Light................................... 106
Center Pocket................................ 105
Certification Label........................ 304
Chains............................................. 251
Change Oil

How to........................................ 214
When to....................................... 202
Changing a Flat Tire..................... 277
Changing Engine Coolant............. 219
Charging System Indicator.... 54, 292
Checking

Automatic Transmission

Fluid....................................... 225
Battery Condition...................... 238
Brake Fluid................................. 228
Clutch Fluid................................ 229
Drive Belts.................................. 244
Engine Coolant........................... 166
Engine Oil................................... 164
Fuses........................................... 297
Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 227
Power Steering Fluid................. 230

stMain MenuChecklist, Before Driving............. 174
Child Safety...................................... 20
Cleaner Element, Air..................... 231
Cleaning

Aluminum Wheels..................... 269
Carpeting.................................... 270
Exterior....................................... 262
Fabric.......................................... 270
Interior........................................ 270
Leather........................................ 270
Seat Belts.................................... 271
Vinyl........................................... 270
Windows..................................... 271
Climate Control System................ 117
Clock, Setting the.......................... 101
Clutch Fluid.................................... 229
Coin Box......................................... 105
CO in the Exhaust......................... 314
Cold Weather, Starting in............. 176
Compact Spare............................... 276
Console Compartment................. 103
Consumer Information*......... 318
Controls, Instruments a n d . . . . . . . . 51
Coolant

Adding......................... Checking........................

217
166

Proper Solution.......................... 217
Replacing.................................... 219
Temperature Gauge.............. 59
Corrosion Protection.................... 272
Courtesy Lights............................. 107
Crankcase Emissions Control

System.....................

314
Cruise Control Operation............... 69
Customer Relations Office...... 319

DANGER, Explanation of................. ii Dashboard................................... 2, 52
Daytime Running Lights............. 63
Dead Battery, What to Do............ 285
Defects, Reporting Safety....... 322
Defogger, Rear Window........... 67
Defrosting the Windows....115, 123
DEXRON® III Automatic

Transmission Fluid.................... 226
Dimensions.............. 306, 308
Dimming the Headlights................ 62
Dipstick

Automatic Transmission......... 225
Engine Oil................................... 164

Index

Signals.............

64

Directional Disabled, Towing Your

Car If........................................... 301
Disc Brake Wear Indicators.... 185
Disposal of Used Oil...................... 216
Doors

Locking and Unlocking.......... 76
Monitor Light..................... 56
Power Door Locks....................... 76
DOT Tire Quality Grading........ 310
Downshifting, 5-speed Manual

Transmission.................

176
Drive Belts..................................... 244
Driver and Passenger S a f e t y . . . .5
Driving............................................ 173
167
Economy................... In Bad Weather.............. 188
In Foreign Countries......... 313

Economy, 167
Emergencies on the Road......... 275
Battery, Jump S t a r t i n g . . . . . .. 285

Fuel................

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stMain MenuIndex

Emergencies on the Road

Brake System Indicator............ 294
Changing a Flat Tire................. 277
Charging System Indicator...... 292
Checking the Fuses................... 296
Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 291
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 293
Manually Closing Moonroof.... 295
Overheated Engine................... 288
Emergency Brake.......................... 100
Emergency Flashers....................... 66
Emissions Controls........................ 314
Engine

Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 59
Drive Belts.................................. 244
Malfunction Indicator

Lamp................................. 55, 293
Oil Pressure Indicator......... 54, 291
Oil, What Kind to Use............... 212
Overheating................................ 288
Specifications..................... 307, 309
Ethanol in Gasoline....................... 312
Evaporative Emissions Controls.. 314
Exhaust Fumes................................ 49
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat

Belts by......................................... 18

Exterior, Cleaning the................... 268

Fabric, Cleaning............................. 270
Fan, Interior...........................110, 121
Features, Comfort and

Convenience............................... 109
Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 161
Filters

Air Cleaner................................. 231
Air Conditioning........................ 244
Oil................................................ 214
First Gear, Shifting........................ 182
5-speed Manual Transmission

Checking Fluid Level................ 227

5-speed Manual Transmission

Shifting the................................. 177
Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 66
Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 277
Fluids

Automatic Transmission........... 225
Brake........................................... 228
Clutch.......................................... 229
Manual Transmission............... 227
Power Steering........................... 230

Windshield Washer................... 224

FM Stereo Radio

Reception............................126, 138
Folding Rear Seat............................ 93
Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 313
Four-way Flashers........................... 66
Front End, Towing by

Emergency Wrecker................. 301
Fuel.................................................. 160
Fill Door and Cap....................... 161
Gauge............................................ 59
Octane Requirement................. 160
Oxygenated................................ 312
Reserve Indicator......................... 57
Tank, Filling the......................... 161
Fuses, Checking the...................... 296

Gas Mileage, Improving................ 167
Gasohol........................................... 312
Gasoline.......................................... 160
Fuel Reserve Indicator................ 57
Gauge............................................ 59
Octane Requirement................. 160
Tank, Filling the......................... 161

stMain MenuGas Station Procedures................. 161
Gauges

Engine Coolant Temperature .... 59
Fuel............................................... 59

Gearshift Lever Positions

Automatic Transmission........... 179
5-speed Manual

Transmission.......................... 177
Glass Cleaning............................... 271
Glove Box......................................... 82

Heating and Cooling...................... 110
High Altitude, Starting at.............. 176
High-Low Beam Switch .................. 62
HomeLink Universal

Transmitter.................................. 83
Hood Latch..................................... 233
Hood, Opening the........................ 162
Horn................................................... 61
Hot Coolant, Warning About........ 217
Hydraulic Clutch............................ 229
Hydroplaning.................................. 189