2000 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

the door pillar. After exiting the car, be sure the belt is out of the way and will not get closed in the door.

This seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder, across your chest and across your hips.

To fasten the belt, insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is latched.

Seat Belt System Components Your seat belt system includes lap/ shoulder belts in all five seating positions.

The seat belt system also includes a light on the

instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to fasten your belts. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened before the ignition is turned ON (II), the light will come on and a beeper will also sound. The beeper will stop after a few seconds, but the light will stay on until the driver's seat belt is fastened.

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See page 15 for instructions on how to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly.

All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body.

The seat belts in all seating positions except the driver's have an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. (See pages 29 and 33 for instructions on how to secure child seats with this type of seat belt.)

If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out, the locking mechanism will activate. The belt will retract, but it will not allow the passenger to move freely.

To deactivate the locking mechanism, unlatch the buckle and let the seat belt fully retract. To refasten the belt, pull it out only as far as needed.

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Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed.

Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible.

If a seat belt is worn during a crash, you should have your dealer inspect the belt, and replace it if necessary. A belt that has been worn during a crash may not provide the same level of protection in a subsequent crash. The dealer should also inspect the anchors for damage and replace them if needed.

For information on how to clean your seat belts, see page 271.

Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly.

Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and that the lap/shoulder belts retract easily. Any belt not in good condition or not working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible.

U.S. Models Honda provides a lifetime warranty on seat belts. Honda will repair or replace any seat belt component that fails to function properly during normal use. Please see your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuSRS Components Your Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) includes:

Two front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked "SRS AIRBAG."

Sensors that can detect a moderate to severe frontal collision.

A sophisticated electronic system that continually monitors and records information about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, driver and passenger seat belt use, and all related wiring when the ignition is ON (II).

Additional Information About Your Front Airbags

How Your Front Airbags Work

An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the system (see page 45).

Emergency backup power in case your car's electrical system is disconnected in a crash.

If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision, the sensors will detect the vehicle's rapid deceleration. If the rate of deceleration is high enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the front airbags.

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During a frontal crash, your seat belts help restrain your lower body and torso. Your airbag provides a cushion to help restrain and protect your head and chest.

Since both airbags use the same sensors, both airbags normally inflate at the same time. However, it is possible for only one airbag to inflate.

This can occur when the severity of a collision is at the margin, or threshold, that determines whether or not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection offered by the airbag would be minimal.

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After inflating, the front airbags immediately deflate, so they won't interfere with the driver's visibility, or the ability to steer or operate other controls.

The total time for inflation and deflation is approximately one-tenth of a second, so fast that most occupants are not aware that the airbags deployed until they see them lying in their laps.

After a crash, you may see what looks like smoke. This is actually powder from the airbag's surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the car as soon as it is safe to do so.

U.S. Owners For additional information on how your airbags work, see the booklet titled SRS: What You Need to Know About Airbags that came with your owner's manual.

Canadian Owners For additional information on how your airbags work, ask your dealer for a copy of the booklet titled SRS: What You Need to Know About Airbags.

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The purpose of the SRS indicator light is to alert

How the SRS Indicator Light Works SRS you to a potential problem with your front airbags. On all V-6 models and the 4-cylinder EX model with leather interior, this light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags or passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system (see page 47).

When you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will light up briefly then go out. This tells you that the system is working properly.

Additional Information About Your Front Airbags

Ignoring the SRS indicator light can result in serious injury or death if the airbags or cutoff system do not work properly.

Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS light alerts you to a potential problem.

However, if the light comes on at any other time, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example:

If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON (II).

If the light stays on after the engine starts.

If the light comes on or flashes on and off while you drive.

If you see any of these indications, your front or side airbags may not deploy, or your passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system may not work properly. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible.

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On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX model with leather interior Your car is equipped with side airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the front seat-backs, and both are marked "SIDE AIRBAG."

How Your Side Airbags Work

To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats.

If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact, the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver's or the passenger's side airbag.

Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact. If the impact is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger.

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The purpose of this light is to alert you if the

SIDE AIRBAG passenger's side airbag has been automatically shut off.

Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in the front, to help prevent injury, your car has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger's side airbag. This system is designed to shut off the airbag if a child leans sideways and the child's head is in the deployment path of the side airbag.

The side airbag may also shut off if a small adult leans sideways, or a larger adult slouches and leans sideways, and the adult's head is in the deployment path of the airbag.

Additional Information About Your Side Airbags

The SRS indicator light will come on if there is a

SRS problem with your side airbags or the automatic cutoff system (see page 45).

A front seat passenger should not use a cushion or other object as a backrest. It may prevent the cutoff system from working properly.

If this light comes on, you should have the passenger sit upright. Once the passenger is out of the deployment path of the side airbag, the airbag will turn on and the light will go out.

When you turn the ignition ON (II), the indicator light should light up briefly and go out (see page 55). If it doesn't light, or it stays on or comes on without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked.

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Do not cover or replace front seat- back covers without consulting a Honda dealer. Improperly replacing or covering front seat- back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a collision.

See page 169 for further information and precautions relating to your airbags.

Additional Safety Precautions • Do not attempt to deactivate your

airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection.

Do not tamper with airbag components or wiring for any reason. Tampering could cause the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.

Do not expose the front seat-backs to water. If rain or spilled water soaks into a seat-back, it can prevent the side airbag system from working properly.

Airbag Service Your front and side airbag systems (if equipped) are virtually maintenance-free, and there are no parts you can safely service. However, you must have your car serviced if:

Your airbags ever inflate. Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop.

The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem. Take your car to an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, the airbags might not inflate when you need them.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuYour car's exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas. You should have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the car in normal driving if you maintain your car properly. Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:

The car is raised for an oil change. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust. The car was in an accident that may have damaged the underside.

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

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

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

With the trunk lid open, air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk lid open, open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system/climate control system as shown below.

If you must sit in your parked car, even in an unconfined area, with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system/climate control system as follows:

1. Select the Fresh Air mode. 2. Select the 3. Turn the fan on high speed. 4. Set the temperature control to a

mode.

comfortable setting.

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Canadian models

Safety Labels

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully.

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.

DASHBOARD U.S. models only

RADIATOR CAP

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuThis section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. All the essential controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations............................ 52
Indicator Lights................................ 53
Gauges.............................................. 58
Speedometer................................ 58
Tachometer.................................. 58
Odometer...................................... 58
Trip Meter.................................... 59
Temperature Gauge.................... 59
Fuel Gauge................................... 59
Maintenance Required

Indicator.................................... 60

Controls Near the Steering

Wheel........................................ 61
Headlights.................................... 62
Automatic Lighting Off

Feature...................................... 63
Daytime Running Lights............. 63
Instrument Panel Brightness..... 64

Turn Signals................................. 64
Windshield Wipers...................... 65
Windshield Washers................... 66
Hazard Warning........................... 66
Rear Window Defogger.............. 67
Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 68
Steering Wheel Controls ................ 69
Cruise Control.............................. 69
Remote Audio Controls .............. 72
Keys and Locks................................ 72
Keys............................................... 72
Immobilizer System..................... 73
Ignition Switch............................. 75
Power Door Locks....................... 76
Lockout Prevention................. 77
Remote Transmitter.................... 78
Trunk............................................ 81
Glove Box..................................... 82

HomeLink Universal

Transmitter.................................. 83
Seat Adjustments............................. 87
Front Seat Adjustments.............. 87
Driver's Seat Manual Height

Adjustment............................... 88

Driver's Seat Power Height

Adjustment............................... 88

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Driver's Seat Power

Adjustments............................. 89
Driver's Lumbar Support............ 90
Rear Seat Access......................... 91
Head Restraints........................... 92
Folding Rear Seat........................ 93
Seat Heaters..................................... 95
Power Windows............................... 96
Moonroof.......................................... 98
Mirrors.............................................. 99
Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 99
Parking Brake................................ 100
Digital Clock................................... 101
Sunglasses Holder......................... 101
Beverage Holder............................ 102
Console Compartment.................. 103
Sun Visor......................................... 104
Vanity Mirror................................. 104
Coin Box......................................... 105
Center Pocket................................ 105
Accessory Power Socket.............. 105
Interior Lights................................ 106
Ceiling Light............................... 106
Spotlights.................................... 106
Courtesy Lights......................... 107

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stMain MenuControl Locations

DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.76)

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.99)

DIGITAL CLOCK (P.101)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.117)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.96)

FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.161) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.81)

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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 162)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P.125, 137)

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The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about your car.

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT

SYSTEM INDICATOR

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR*

SIDE AIRBAG INDICATOR

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR

* The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text.

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Seat Belt Reminder Light

This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to you and your passengers to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt.

If you do not fasten your seat belt, the beeper will stop after a few seconds but the light stays on until you do. Both the light and the beeper stay off if you fasten your seat belt before turning on the ignition.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 291.

Charging System Indicator

If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For complete information, see page 292 .

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Canada

U.S. BRAKE Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions:

1. It lights as a reminder that you have not released the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake applied can damage the brakes and tires.

2. If it remains lit after you release

the parking brake while the engine is running, or conies on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. For complete information, see page 294 .

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U.S. A B S Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Only on models equipped with ABS (see page 186) This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to START (lII). If this light comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti- lock. For complete information, see page 187.

Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

S R S This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. On models equipped with side airbags, this light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags or passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system. For complete information, see page 45 .

Side Airbag Indicator

SIDE AIRBAG Only on models equipped with side airbags This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off. For complete information, see page 47.

Indicator Lights

Immobilizer System Indicator

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It will then go off if you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly- coded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will not start (see page 73 ).

This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

See page 293.

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"Daytime Running Lights" Indicator

Canadian models only This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) with the headlight switch off and the parking brake set. It should go off if you turn on the headlights or release the parking brake. If it comes on at any other time, it means there is a problem with the DRL. There may also be a problem with the high beam headlights.

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 257). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling.

When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. All turn signals on the outside of the car should flash.

Indicator Lights

Door and Brake Lamp Monitor

The appropriate light comes on in this display if the trunk or either door is not closed tightly. If a brake light does not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on when you push the brake pedal with the ignition switch ON (II).

A burned out brake light is a hazard when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking. Have your brake lights repaired right away.

All the lights in the monitor display come on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). The lights go off after the engine starts and the trunk and both doors are closed tightly.

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Washer Level Indicator

Indicator Lights

Canadian models only This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this light come on (see page 224).

This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 62 for information on the headlight controls.

On Canadian models, this indicator conies on with reduced brightness when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 63).

Cruise Control Indicator

CRUISE CONTROL This lights when you set the cruise control. See page 69 for information on operating the cruise control.

Low Fuel Indicator

This light comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

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U.S. Model shown

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

TRIP METER

ODOMETER TRIP METER SELECT/RESET BUTTON

Speedometer U.S. Models This shows your speed in miles per hour (mph). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (km/h).

Canadian Models This shows your speed in kilometers per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in miles per hour (mph).

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Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer needle in the red zone.

Odometer The odometer shows the total dis- tance your car has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. The total number is displayed when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is illegal under U.S. federal law and Canadian provincial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuTemperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to near the upper grey zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 288 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system.

Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the number is displayed.

There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays by pressing the Select/ Reset button repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances.

To reset a trip meter, display it and then press and hold the Select/Reset button until the number resets to "0.0".

6-cylinder models Both trip meters will reset if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected.

Gauges

Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It is most accurate when the car is on level ground. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount when you are driving on curvy or hilly roads.

4-cylinder models The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the new reading after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II).

6-cylinder models The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition. The gauge shows the fuel level reading immediately after you turn the ignition switch back ON (II).

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Maintenance Required Indicator

SELECT/RESET BUTTON

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your car in for scheduled maintenance. Refer to the Maintenance Schedules for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 202 — 206.

Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds.

For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II).

If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000
km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder.

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Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows.

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Press and hold the select/reset button in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II).

3. Hold the button for about ten sec-

onds, until the indicator resets.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuThe two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving features you use most often. The left lever controls the turn signals, headlights, and high beams. The right lever controls the windshield washers and wipers.

The switches for the hazard warning lights and rear window defogger are located to the right of the steering column.

The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof and the cruise control.

The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column allows you to tilt the steering wheel.

*: To use the horn, press the pad

around the " H" logo.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER

MOONROOF SWITCH

CRUISE CONTROL

TILT ADJUSTMENT

HORN*

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

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Headlights

If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver's door.

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.

position turns

The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the position turns on the headlights.

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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 57).

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The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights will go off. With the driver's door open, you will hear a lights-on reminder chime.

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.

Automatic Lighting Off Feature On EX and EX-V6 models The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver's door.

This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or open, then close the driver's door.

position, remove the key,

If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door and get out, the lights will turn off after ten minutes.

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Instrument Panel Brightness

Turn Signals

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 instrument panel controls the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.

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

You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch.

If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay, the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation when vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h).

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

In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. The sweep interval will change slightly with speed; getting shorter as you drive faster. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

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Windshield Washers

Hazard Warning

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.

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

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.

LX, EX and LX-V6 models

EX-V6 model

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

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 above the button lights to show the defogger is on. If you do not turn it off, the defogger will shut itself off after about 15 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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Table of ContentsstMain Menu3. 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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Steering Wheel Adjustment See page 17 for important safety information about how to properly position the steering wheel.

Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

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

To adjust the steering wheel upward or downward:

Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.

1. Push the lever under the steering

column all the way down.

2. Move the steering wheel to the

desired position, making sure the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and the indicator lights.

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Using the Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH

RESUME/accel

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.

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)

CANCEL

SET/decel

3 Press and release the SET /decel button on the steering wheel The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated

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The cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills. If your speed increases going down a hill, use the brakes to slow down to the desired speed. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on.

When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed.

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Changing the Set Speed You can increase the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

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

To increase your speed in very small amounts, tap the RESUME/ accel button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your car will speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

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

You can decrease the set cruising speed in any of these ways:

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

To slow down in very small amounts, tap the SET/decel button repeatedly. Each time you do this, your car will slow down about 1 mph (1.6km/h).

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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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.

CANCEL BUTTON

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

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Press the Cruise Control Master Switch.

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When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, 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.

The system remembers the previously-set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h) and then press the RESUME/accel button until the CRUISE CONTROL light comes on. The car will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

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.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuSteering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks

Remote Audio Controls

Keys

KEY NUMBER PLATE

MASTER KEY (BLACK)

VALET KEY (GREY)

On EX-V6 model These buttons let you control some functions of the audio system with- out removing your hands from the wheel. Refer to page 155 for a com- plete explanation.

Your car comes with two master keys and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on your car: Ignition Doors Trunk Trunk release handle Rear seat trunk access Glove box

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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 car and the valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number plate with your 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. If you need to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuRemote Transmitter Some models also come with two remote transmitters; see page 78 for an explanation of their operation.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immedi- ately with a soft cloth.

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

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Immobilizer System The Immobilizer System protects your car from theft. A properly- coded master or valet key must be used in the ignition switch for the engine to start. If an improperly- coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the Immobilizer System indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to ON (II) again.

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The system may not recognize your key's coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object is near the ignition switch when you insert the key. To make sure the system recognizes the key code:

Do not keep other immobilizer keys on the same key ring.

Use a plastic or leather key fob, not metal.

Keep other keys away from your car's key and the ignition switch while trying to start the engine.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer.

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This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your car undriveable.

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.

If you have lost your key and you cannot start the engine, contact your Honda dealer.

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

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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

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

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

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.

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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 accessory power socket.

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.

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

The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key's coding (see page 73).

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.

Power Door Locks

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

Each door has a master door lock switch. This switch locks and unlocks both doors. Push the switch down to lock both doors and up to unlock them.

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Lockout Prevention If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch, Lockout Prevention will not allow you to lock the driver's door. With the driver's door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled. However, if the driver's door is not open, the master door lock switches are not disabled. Pushing the switch down on the open passenger's door will lock both doors. If you try to lock an open driver's door by pushing down the lock tab, the tabs on both doors pop up. Pushing down the lock tab on the passenger's door only locks that door.

To lock the passenger's door when getting out of the car, push the lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver's door, remove the key from the ignition switch and push the lock tab down or push the master switch down, 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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LOCK TAB

Each door has a lock tab at the top of the door. When you push down the lock tab on the driver's door, both doors lock. Pulling up the lock tab on the driver's door only unlocks that door. The lock tab on the passenger's door only locks and unlocks that door.

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Remote Transmitter

LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

On EX and EX-V6 models You can lock and unlock your car with the remote transmitter. When you push the LOCK button, both doors lock. The parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flash once.

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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.

When you push the LOCK button a second time within 5 seconds after you have locked the doors, the horn will sound once to verify that the security system will be set.

To open the trunk, push the Trunk Release button for approximately one second. The trunk will not open if the key is in the ignition switch.

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. The parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flash twice.

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 stays on for about 10 seconds, then fades out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 10 seconds have elapsed, the light will go off immediately.

If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open either door within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock and the security system sets.

Table of ContentsstMain MenuPanic Mode Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car's security system to attract attention. When activated, the horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash, for about 30 seconds. To activate panic mode, press and hold the PANIC button for about two seconds.

To cancel Panic mode before 30
seconds, press any button on the remote transmitter. You can also turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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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To replace the battery, place a cloth on the edge of the transmitter and remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a small flat- tip screwdriver.

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BATTERY

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 upper half securely.

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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.

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.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE

MASTER KEY

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

You can open the trunk in two or three 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.

Press the trunk release button on the remote transmitter.

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See page 170 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 49 .

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Table of ContentsstMain Menu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.

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MASTER KEY

Glove Box

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.

GLOVE BOX

Open the glove box by squeezing 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.

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Table of ContentsstMain MenuHomeLink Universal Transmitter

On EX V-6 model The HomeLink Universal Transmitter built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate remotely controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems. It can replace up to three remote transmitters.

Customer Assistance If you have problems with training the HomeLink Universal Transmitter, or would like information on home products that can be operated by the transmitter, call (800) 355-3515. On the internet, go to www.homelink.jci.com.

Important Safety Precautions Always refer to the operating instructions and safety information that came with your garage door opener or other equipment you intend to operate with the

HomeLink Universal Transmitter. If you do not have this information, you should contact the manufacturer of the equipment.

While training or using the transmitter, make sure you have a clear view of the garage door or gate, and that no one will be injured by its movement.

General Information If you are training the transmitter to operate a garage door or gate, it is recommended that you unplug the motor for that device during training. Repeatedly pressing the remote control button could burn out the motor.

The HomeLink transmitter stores the code in a permanent memory. There should be no need to retrain the transmitter if your vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected.

If your garage door opener was manufactured before April 1982, you may not be able to program the HomeLink Universal Transmitter to operate it. Garage door openers manufactured before that date do not have a safety feature that causes them to stop and reverse if an obstacle is detected during closing, increasing the risk of injury. If you have questions, call (800) 355-3515.

Training the Transmitter Before you can use the HomeLink Universal Transmitter to operate devices around your home, it must "learn" the proper codes. For example, to train the transmitter to open and close the garage door:

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Before you begin — If you just took delivery of your vehicle and have not trained any of the buttons in the HomeLink transmitter before, you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button. To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transmitter until the red light flashes. Release the buttons, then proceed to Step 1.

If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to Step 1.

1. Unplug the garage door opener motor from the house current.

2. Hold the end of the garage door

opener remote control 1 to 3
inches from the HomeLink transmitter. Make sure you are not blocking your view of the red light in the transmitter.

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transmitter to learn the code. Release and press the button on the remote control every two seconds until the transmitter has learned the code.

5. The red light in the transmitter

should begin flashing. It will flash slowly at first, then rapidly.

6. When the red light flashes

rapidly, release both buttons. The transmitter should have learned the code from the remote control.

7. Plug in the garage door opener motor, then test the transmitter button by pushing it. It should operate the garage door.

If the button does not work, repeat this procedure to train it again. If it still does not work, you may have a variable or

3. Select the transmitter button

you want to train.

4. Press the button on the remote

control and the button on the transmitter at the same time. Hold down both buttons.

Canadian Owners: The remote control you are training from may stop transmitting after two seconds. This is not long enough for the HomeLink

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rolling code garage door opener. Test this by pressing and holding the HomeLink transmitter button you just trained. If the red light blinks for two seconds, then stays on, you have a rolling code garage door opener. You may be able to verify this with the manufacturer's documentation. Go to "Training With a Rolling Code System."

8. Repeat these steps to train the other two transmitter buttons to operate any other remotely- controlled devices around your home (lighting, automatic gate, security system, etc.).

Training With a Rolling Code System For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a "rolling" or variable code. Information from the remote

control and the garage door opener are needed before the HomeLink transmitter can operate the garage door opener. The "Training the Transmitter" procedure trains the HomeLink transmitter to the proper garage door opener code. The following procedure synchronizes the HomeLink transmitter to the garage door opener so they send and receive the correct codes.

It may be helpful to have someone assist you with this procedure.

1. Make sure you have properly completed the "Training the Transmitter" procedure.

2. Find the "Training" button on your garage door opener unit. The location will vary, depending on the manufacturer. The manufacturer's documentation may help.

3. Press the Training button on the

garage door opener unit until the light next to the button comes on, then release it. The light may blink, or come on and stay on. You then have approximately 30 seconds to complete the following steps.

TRAINING BUTTON

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4. Press and release the button on the HomeLink transmitter. (The same button you trained with the "Training the Transmitter" procedure.)

5. Press and release the

HomeLink transmitter button again. This should turn off the training light on the garage door opener unit. (Some systems may require you to press and release the button up to three times.)

6. Press the transmitter button again. It should operate the garage door.

Retraining a Button To train an already programmed transmitter button to operate a new device:

1. Select the transmitter button

you want to train.

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2. Press and hold the transmitter

button until the red light begins to flash slowly (approximately 20 seconds).

3. While continuing to hold the transmitter button, place the remote control for the device 1
to 3 inches from the HomeLink transmitter.

4. Press and hold the button on the

remote control. Hold both buttons until the red light begins to flash rapidly.

5. Release both buttons. The transmitter should now be trained to operate the device.

Erasing Codes To erase the codes stored in all three buttons, press and hold the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash, then release the buttons.

You should erase all three codes before selling the vehicle. 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.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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Front Seat Adjustments See pages 12 — 13 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs.

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

To adjust the seat forward and 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.

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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Driver's Seat Manual Height Adjustment