2001 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

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

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

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 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.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstControls Near the Steering Wheel

Rear Window Defogger

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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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

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.

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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstUsing the Cruise Control

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH

CRUISE CONTROL MASTER SWITCH

4 cylinder models

6 cylinder models

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).

Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control Cruise control allows yon 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.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

RESUME/accel

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.

Steering Wheel Controls

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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSteering Wheel Controls

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 (1.6 km/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.

Cancelling the Cruise Control

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.

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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), then press and release the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light comes on, and 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.

Steering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks

Remote Audio Controls

Keys

KEY NUMBER PLATE

MASTER KEY (BLACK)

VALET KEY (GREY)

On EX and EX-V6 models These buttons let you control some functions of the audio system with- out removing your hands from the wheel. Refer to page 170 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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

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.

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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.

Remote Transmitter Some models also come with two remote transmitters; see page 83 for an explanation of their operation.

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.

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

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

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.

Keys and Locks

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 operation.

that may cause undesired

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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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

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.

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

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

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

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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 78).

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.

Keys and Locks

Power Door Locks

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

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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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.

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.

Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

Keys and Locks

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

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

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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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

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.

Snap the two halves of the transmitter case back together.

Keys and Locks

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC ivies. 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.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstKeys and Locks

Trunk

See page 184 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 52 .

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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstMASTER KEY

Emergency Trunk Opener

Keys and Locks

Parents should decide if their children should be shown how to use this feature.

For more information about child safety, see pages 24 and 25 .

RELEASE LEVER

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.

U.S. models only As a safety feature, your car has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be opened from the inside.

To open the trunk, push the release lever to the left.

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Main MenuTable of Contentsst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.

Keys and Locks

Glove Box

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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHomeLink Universal Transmitter

On EX-V6 model The HomeLink Universal Transmitter built into your car 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 car'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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHomeLink Universal Transmitter

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 for about 20 seconds 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 2 to 5
inches from the HomeLink transmitter. Make sure you are not blocking your view of the red light in the transmitter.

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.

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

HomeLink Universal Transmitter

still does not work, you may have a variable or 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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHomeLink Universal Transmitter

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.

TRAINING BUTTON

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.

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.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHomeLink Universal Transmitter

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 car.

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

1. Select the transmitter button you

want to train.

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 2 to 5 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.

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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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Adjustments

Front Seat Adjustments See pages 13 — 14 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs.

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

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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.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstDriver's Seat Manual Height Adjustment

Driver's Seat Power Height Adjustment

Seat Adjustments

On LX model The height of your driver's seat is adjustable. Turn the front dial on the outside of the seat cushion to raise the front of the seat bottom and turn the rear dial to raise the rear.

Make all adjustments before you start driving.

On EX model The height of your driver's seat is power adjustable. Pull up on the switch to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat.

Make all adjustments before you start driving.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Adjustments

Driver's Seat Power Adjustments On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX model with leather interior See pages 13 — 14 for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position seats and seat-backs.

The two power seat adjustment switches are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. The horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions. The short vertical switch adjusts the seat-back angle.

You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

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Push the horizontal switch forward or backward to move the seat forward or backward.

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

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

Adjust the seat-back angle by pushing the rear switch in the direction you want to move.

Seat Adjustments

Driver's Lumbar Support

On EX and EX-V6 models Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat-back. Move the lever forward or backward to adjust the lumbar support through its full range.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Adjustments

Rear Seat Access Driver's Side

Passenger's Side

RELEASE LEVER

SEAT-BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER

RELEASE LEVER

On all V6 models and the 4-cylinder EX model with leather interior To get into the rear seat on the driver's side, open the door and pull the release lever up on the side of the seat-back. The seat-back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.

On LX and EX models To get into the rear seat on the driver's side, open the door and pull up on the seat-back adjustment lever. The seat-back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat.

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHead Restraints See page 15 for important safety information and a warning about how to properly position the head restraints.

The front head restraints help protect you and your passenger from whiplash and other injuries. They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant's head rests against the center of the restraint. A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible.

Seat Adjustments

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

RELEASE BUTTON

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSeat Adjustments

Folding Rear Seat The back of the rear seat folds down to give you direct access to the trunk. Each side folds down separately. With only half the seat folded, you can still carry a passenger in the back seat. The seat-back can be released from inside the car or inside the trunk.

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GUIDE

MASTER KEY

CENTER SHOULDER BELT

To fold down either side of the seat- back from inside the car, insert the master key in the lock on the rear shelf. To fold down the driver's side, turn the key clockwise, pull down the top of the seat-back, then release the key. To fold down the passenger's side, turn the key counterclockwise and perform the same procedure.

When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.

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

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Carrying Cargo on page 184.

RELEASE

To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the release.

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 52 .

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

Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded.

Seat Adjustments

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe HI or LO indicator lights and remains lit until you turn it off by pushing the opposite side of the switch lightly. The indicator will turn off.

In HI, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat's temperature drops. It continues to cycle as long as you leave it set on HI. The HI indicator remains lit as a reminder that you have the heater on.

In LO, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly. Select the LO setting when the seats feel warm. The HI setting draws large amounts of current from the battery.

Do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting, if the engine is left idling for an extended period. They can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

Because of the sensors for the side airbag system, there is no heater in the passenger's seat-back.

Seat Heaters

SEAT HEATERS

Standard on EX-V6 model and EX model with leather interior in Canada Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The ignition must be ON (II) to use them. Push the right side of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left side of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstMAIN SWITCH

Your car's windows are electrically- powered. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) to raise or lower any window.

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

DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH

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

Power Windows

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

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

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstThe AUTO function only works to lower the driver's window. To raise the window, you must pull back on the window switch and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

The light inside the AUTO switch comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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

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

Power Windows

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

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

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

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch ). To open the moonroof, press and hold the bottom of the switch ( when the moonroof gets to the desired position. Make sure everyone's hands are away from the moonroof before opening or closing it.

). Release the switch

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

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

MOONROOF SWITCH

On EX and EX-V6 models The moonroof has two positions: it can be tilted up in the back for ventilation, or it can be slid back into the roof. Use the switch under the left dashboard vent to operate the moonroof. The ignition switch must be ON (II).

Moonroof

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

NOTICE

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

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstMirrors

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

TAB

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

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

Instruments and Controls

Adjust the outside mirrors with the adjustment switch on the driver's door armrest:

3. Push the appropriate edge of the

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

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

2. Move the selector switch to L

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

Main MenuTable of Contentsst4. When you finish, move the

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

Mirrors

HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

Available on all Canadian models The outside mirrors are heated to re- move fog and frost. With the ignition switch ON (II), turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstParking Brake

NOTICE

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

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running (see page 59).

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstDigital Clock, Sunglasses Holder

2. Press and hold the M button until

the numbers advance to the desired time.

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

For example:

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

Digital Clock

H M R

The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch in any position.

To set the clock:

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

Sunglasses Holder

Push

SUNGLASSES HOLDER

To open the sunglasses holder, push on the front edge. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstSunglasses Holder, Beverage Holder

Beverage Holder

Push

INNER LINER

Some larger styles of sunglasses may not fit in the holder.

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

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

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

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstLEVER

LEVER

Console Compartment

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

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

On EX and EX-V6 models The console compartment has a Compact Disc holder.

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

COIN HOLDER

You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid. To use the tray, pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pad.

The console compartment also has a coin holder in the front of the tray.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstSun Visor, Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor

EXTENSION

Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the car. Do not use the sun visor extension over the rear view mirror.

Vanity Mirror

SUN VISOR

To use the sun visor, pull it down. You can also use the sun visor at the side window. Remove the support rod from the clip and swing the sun visor toward the side window. In this position, the sun visor can be extended by sliding out the extension.

Instruments and Controls

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

The light beside the mirror comes on only when the parking lights are on.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstCoin Box, Center Pocket, Accessory Power Socket

Coin Box

Center Pocket

Accessory Power Socket

COIN BOX

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

The coin box is located under the air vent. To open the coin box, pull the bottom edge. Close it with a firm push.

On LX and LX-V6 models The center pocket is located under the audio system. To open the lid, pull it down. Close it with a firm push.

To use the accessory power socket, pull out on the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II).

This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps).

It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstLX, LX-V6
The light goes out when both doors are closed.

In the ON position, the ceiling light stays on continuously.

On EX and EX-V6 models The ceiling light (with the switch in the center position) also comes on when you unlock the door with the remote transmitter (see page 83). The light fades out after both doors are closed.

Spotlights

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

Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

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

EX. EX-V6
After both doors are closed tightly, the light dims slightly, then fades out in about 10 seconds.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstCourtesy Lights

IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT

DOOR LIGHT

The courtesy light in each door comes on when the door is opened, and goes out when the door is closed.

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

Interior Lights

Instruments and Controls

Main MenuTable of ContentsstComfort and Convenience Features

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

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

On EX and EX-V6 models Your Honda has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your Honda.

Heating and Cooling...................... 118
What Each Control Does.......... 118
How to Use the System............. 121
To Turn Everything Off ........... 124
Climate Control System................ 125
Fully-automatic Operation........ 127
Semi-automatic Operation........ 128
Sunlight Sensor/

Temperature Sensor............. 132
Audio System (LX, LX-V6)........... 133
AM/FM/CD Audio System..... 133
Operating the Radio.................. 134
Adjusting the Sound.................. 138
Audio System Lighting............. 139
Operating the CD Player.......... 140
Operating the CD Changer...... 142
CD Player Error Indications..... 143
CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 144

Operating the Cassette

Player...................................... 145
Tape Search Functions............. 146

Audio System (EX, EX-V6)........... 148

AM/FM/Cassette/

CD Changer Audio System.. 148
Operating the Radio.................. 149
Adjusting the Sound.................. 153
Audio System Lighting............. 154
Radio Frequencies..................... 154
Radio Reception......................... 154
Operating the Cassette

Player...................................... 156
Tape Search Functions............. 157
Caring for the Cassette

Player...................................... 160
Operating the CD Changer...... 161

Loading CDs in the

Changer.............................. 162
Operation................................ 164
Removing CDs from the

Changer.............................. 166
Protecting Compact Discs........ 168
CD Changer Error

Indications.............................. 169
Remote Audio Controls ............ 170
Theft Protection........................ 171
Security System............................. 172

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenustHeating and Cooling

On LX, LX-V6 and EX models Proper use of the Heating and Cooling system can make the interior dry and comfortable, and keep the windows clear for best visibility.

What Each Control Does

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

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

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

Comfort and Convenience Features

FAN CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 72).

Recirculation Button This button controls the source of the air going into the system. When the indicator above this button is lit, air from the car's interior is sent through the system again (Recircula- tion mode). When the indicator is off, air is brought in from outside the car (Fresh Air mode).

Main MenuTable of ContentsstMode Buttons Use the MODE buttons to select the vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center

and corner vents in the dashboard.

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

Air flows from the floor

vents.

Air flow is divided between

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

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. When you select the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

or

Heating and Cooling

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling

Vent Controls

CENTER VENT

DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT

PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT

The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable.

To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-and- down and side-to-side.

On the driver's-side vent, move the vent up-and-down and move the tab side-to-side. On the passenger's-side vent, move the tab up-and-down and move the vent side-to-side.

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

Comfort and Convenience Features

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

The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system.

The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature.

It is best to leave the system in Fresh Air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in Recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up. Switch to Recirculation mode when you are driving through smoky or dusty conditions, then switch back to Fresh Air mode when the condition

Heating and Cooling

FAN CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

clears.

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

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

1. Turn the temperature control dial

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

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

and Fresh Air mode.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstHeating and Cooling

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

button. The light above the button comes on when a fan speed is selected.

2. Make sure the temperature

control dial is all the way to the left.

3. Select 4. If the outside air is humid, select

Recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select Fresh Air mode. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed.

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

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

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

and Fresh Air mode.

Comfort and Convenience Features

FAN CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

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

Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 64) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reads normally.

Main MenuTable of ContentsstTo Heat To warm the interior:

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

and Fresh Air mode.

the temperature control dial.

Heating and Cooling

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

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

and Fresh Air mode.

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

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

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

1. Switch the fan on. 2. Select

When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

the

3. Adjust the temperature control

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

4. Turn on the rear window defogger

to help clear the rear window. When you switch to another mode from Press the A/C button to turn it off.

the A/C stays on.

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

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

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

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

Heating and Cooling

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

1. Start the engine. 2. Select

When you select system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C.

the

3. Switch the fan and temperature

controls to maximum.

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

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstOn EX-V6 model The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air condi- tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.

The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable.

Climate Control System

CENTER VENTS

DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT

To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-and- down and side-to-side.

On the driver's-side vent, move the vent up-and-down and move the tab side-to-side. On the passenger's-side vent, move the tab up-and-down and move the vent side-to-side.

The side vents can be opened and closed with the dials underneath them.

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Main MenuTable of ContentsstClimate Control System

PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT

Close

Open

The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the bottom of the windshield. Keep these vents clear of leaves and other debris.

For the climate control system to provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Main MenuTable of ContentsstClimate Control System

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

FULL AUTO