2002 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

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

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

3.

Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk.

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4.

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

5.

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

6.

Remove the wrench. Replace the round plug.

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

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

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

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Fuses

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Checking and Replacing Fuses If something electrical in your car stops working, the first thing you should check for is a blown fuse. Determine from the chart on pages , or the diagram on the 336 fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that component. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause. Replace any blown fuses and check the component’s operation.

1.

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

2.

Remove the cover from the fuse box.

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3.

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

4.

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

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5.

Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with oneofthesparefusesofthesame rating or lower.

If you cannot drive the car without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure youcandowithoutthatcircuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio).

If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can.

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

Fuses

6.

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

OnSpecialEdition,EX,andEX-V6
models If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ‘‘ ’’ in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page 179

).

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Fuses

INTERIOR FUSE BOX Driver’s Side

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←←

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

Passenger’s Side

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

→→

FFrroonntt

10
11
12
13

15 A 10 A 7.5 A

7.5 A 7.5 A 15 A

7.5 A 7.5 A 7.5 A

7.5 A 15 A 30 A 7.5 A

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Fuel Pump SRS Heater Control, A/C Clutch Relay, Cooling Fan Relay Power Mirror Daytime Running Light ECU (ECM/PCM), Cruise Control SRS, Moonroof ACC Relay Back-up Lights, Meter Lights Turn Signals IG Coil Wiper Starter Signal

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On Canadian models

10
11

12
13
14
15
16

30 A 20 A − 20 A − 10 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A

20 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 20 A −

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Moonroof Power Seat Not Used Power Seat Not Used Daytime Running Light LAF Heater Moonroof Relay Passenger’s Power Window Radio, ACC Socket Small Light, License Light Interior Light, Courtesy Lights Power Door Locks Clock, Back Up ABS Motor Check Driver’s Power Window Not Used

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1 : 2 :

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3 : 4 :

Special Edition, EX, EX-V6
Canadian Special Edition, U.S. LX-V6, and EX, EX-V6
Canadian models U.S. models except LX

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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

Fuses

10
11
12
13

20 A 7.5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 30 A 15 A 20 A 30 A 100 A 20 A 40 A

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Left Headlight Dimmer Relay Right Headlight ABS F/S Stop ACG ABS Motor Hazard Spare Fuse Spare Fuse Battery Cooling Fan Back Up, ACC

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14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24

40 A 40 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 7.5 A 10 A 15 A 20 A 20 A 50 A

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Power Window Motor Power Seat TCS F/S Heater Motor Rear Defroster Spare Fuse Spare Fuse Spare Fuse Heated Seat Condenser Fan IG1 Main

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1 : 2 : 3 : 4 :

EX-V6 in Canada EX, V6 models V6 models Canadian Special Edition, EX, and EX-V6
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Emergency Towing

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

There are three popular types of professional towing equipment.

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

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The tow

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

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The tow

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

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

Improper towing preparation will damage the transmission. Follow the above procedure exactly. If you cannot shif t the transmission or start the engine (automatic transmission), your car must be transported with the f ront wheels of f the ground.

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

5-speedManualTransmission Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral.

AutomaticTransmission

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

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

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

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The diagrams in this section give you the dimensions and capacities of your Honda, and the locations of the identification numbers. It also includes information you should know about your vehicle’s tires and emissions control systems.

Identification Numbers Specifications

(4-cylinder Models)

Specifications

................

. 342

..................

. 344

(6-cylinder Models)

..................

. 346

DOT Tire Quality Grading

(U.S. Cars)

............................. ................................. Treadwear Traction ........... AA, A, B, C − ........... Temperature A,B, C ......................... ......

− Oxygenated Fuels Driving in Foreign Countries

. 348
. 348
. 348
.349
. 350
. 351

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

System

System

Onboard Refueling Vapor

. 352
. 352

. 352

. 352

Recovery

. 352
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 353
. 353

................................ ... ....................

PGM-FI System Ignition Timing Control

System

................................ Exhaust Gas Recirculation ...................

(EGR) System

Three Way Catalytic

. 353

. 353

Converter

Replacement Parts

. 353
........................... .................... . 353
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 354
.. .............. State Emissions Testing . 355

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Identification Numbers

Your car has several identifying numbers located in various places.

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

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The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front.

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

Identification Numbers

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Specifications (4-cylinder Models)

Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track

Front Rear

Weights Gross vehicle weight rating

Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type

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187.7 in (4,767 mm) 70.3 in (1,785 mm) 54.9 in (1,395 mm) 105.1 in (2,670 mm) 61.2 in (1,555 mm) 60.4 in (1,535 mm)

See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.

HFC-134a (R-134a) −

24.7 26.5 oz (700 750 g)

−

ND-OIL8

Capacities Fuel tank

Engine coolant

Change ＊ Manual Automatic

Total

Manual Automatic

Approx. 17.12 US gal (64.8 , 14.26 Imp gal)

1.45 US gal (5.5 , 1.21 Imp gal) 1.43 US gal (5.4 , 1.19 Imp gal)

1.85 US gal (7.0 , 1.54 Imp gal) 1.82 US gal (6.9 , 1.52 Imp gal)

Engine oil

Change ＊

Including filter Without filter

Total Change Total Change Total

4.5 US qt (4.3 , 3.8 Imp qt)

4.2 US qt (4.0 , 3.5 Imp qt)

5.9 US qt (5.6 , 4.9 Imp qt) 2.0 US qt (1.9 , 1.7 Imp qt) 2.1 US qt (2.0 , 1.8 Imp qt) 2.6 US qt (2.5 , 2.2 Imp qt) 6.4 US qt (6.1 , 5.4 Imp qt)

U.S. Cars Canada Cars

2.6 US qt (2.5 , 2.2 Imp qt) 4.8 US qt (4.5 , 4.0 Imp qt)

Manual trans- mission oil Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir

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2 :

Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 , 0.13 Imp gal) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

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Lights Headlights

High Low

Front turn signal/side marker lights Front parking lights Rear turn signal/taillights Stop/Taillights Back-up lights Rear side marker lights License plate lights Ceiling light High-mount brake light Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror light Spotlights

Battery Capacity

Fuses Interior

Under-hood

12 V 12 V 12 V

12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V

− − −

− − − − − − − − − − − −

60 W (HB3) 51 W (HB4) 24/2.2 CP

3CP 32/2 CP 32/2 CP 21 W 3CP 3CP 8 W 21 W 5 W 3CP 1.8 W 4CP

12 V 12 V

− −

52 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR

See page 336 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door on each side of the dashboard. See page 337 or the fuse box cover.

Specifications (4-cylinder Models)

Engine Type

Bore xStroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs

Water cooled 4-stroke

SOHC VTEC

4-cylinder gasoline engine

3.39 x 3.82 in (86.0 x 97.0 mm)

138 cu-in (2,254 cm )

9.3 : 1

See spark plug maintenance sec- tion page 252 .

Alignment Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Tires Size

Pressure

Front Rear Front Rear Front

0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm)

0° 0°30’ − 2°48’

Front/Rear Spare Front/Rear Spare

P195/65R15 89H T125/70D15 95M

29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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Specifications (6-cylinder Models)

187.7 in (4,767 mm) 70.3 in (1,785 mm) 55.3 in (1,405 mm) 105.1 in (2,670 mm) 61.2 in (1,555 mm) 60.4 in (1,535 mm)

See the certification label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.

HFC-134a (R-134a) −

15.8 17.5 oz (450 500 g)

−

ND-OIL8

Capacities Fuel tank

Engine coolant Engine oil

Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir

Change ＊ Total Change ＊

Including filter Without filter

Total Change Total

Approx. 17.12 US gal (64.8 , 14.26 Imp gal) 1.48 US gal (5.6 , 1.23 Imp gal) 1.98 US gal (7.5 , 1.65 Imp gal)

4.6 US qt (4.4 , 3.9 Imp qt)

4.2 US qt (4.0 , 3.5 Imp qt)

5.3 US qt (5.0 , 4.4 Imp qt) 3.1 US qt (2.9 , 2.6 Imp qt) 7.6 US qt (7.2 , 6.3 Imp qt)

U.S. Cars Canada Cars

2.6 US qt (2.5 , 2.2 Imp qt) 4.8 US qt (4.5 , 4.0 Imp qt)

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Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0.6 , 0.13 Imp gal) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track

Front Rear

Weights Gross vehicle weight rating

Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type

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Specifications (6-cylinder Models)

Lights Headlights

High Low

Front turn signal/side marker lights Front parking lights Rear turn signal/taillights Stop/Taillights Back-up lights Rear side marker lights License plate lights Ceiling light High-mount brake light Trunk light Door courtesy lights Vanity mirror light Spotlights

Battery Capacity

Fuses Interior

Under-hood

12 V 12 V 12 V

12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V

− − −

− − − − − − − − − − − −

60 W (HB3) 51 W (HB4) 24/2.2 CP

3CP 32/2 CP 32/2 CP 21 W 3CP 3CP 8 W 21 W 5 W 3CP 1.8 W 4CP

12 V 12 V

− −

55 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR

See page 336 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door on each side of the dashboard. See page 337 or the fuse box cover.

Engine Type

Bore xStroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs

Front Rear Front Rear Front

Front/Rear

Spare Front/Rear

Spare

Alignment Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Tires Size

Pressure

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EX-V6
LX-V6

Water cooled 4-stroke

SOHC VTEC

6-cylinder gasoline engine

3.39 x 3.39 in (86.0 x 86.0 mm)

183 cu-in (2,997 cm )

9.4 : 1

See spark plug maintenance sec- tion page 255 .

0.00 in (0.0 mm) 0.08 in (2.0 mm)

0° 0°30’ − 2°48’

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P205/60R16 91V P205/65R15 92V ＊ T135/90D15 100M

32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars)

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

The tires on your car meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature perform- ance according to Department of Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings.

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

Treadwear 200
Traction AA Temperature A

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

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AA, A, B, C

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

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

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A, B, C

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

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Cars)

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

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Oxygenated Fuels

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

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

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

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

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

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

ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) You may use gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume. Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name ‘‘Gasohol.’’

(Methyl Tertiary Butyl

MTBE Ether) You may use gasoline containing up to 15 percent MTBE by volume.

(methyl or wood

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

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

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

Driving in Foreign Countries

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Emissions Controls

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

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The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emissions controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emissions controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 238

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In Canada, Honda vehicles comply

with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured.

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

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

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

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

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Exhaust Emissions Controls The exhaust emissions controls include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These four systems work together to control the engine’s combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust emissions control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emissions control systems. PGM-FISystem The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM)/ Powertrain Control Module (PCM- A/T only) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions.

IgnitionTimingControlSystem This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO and NOx produced.

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

ThreeWayCatalyticConverter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine’s exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO ), dinitrogen (N ), and water vapor.

Emissions Controls

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

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

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

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Three Way Catalytic Converter

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

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

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

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

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Testing of Readiness Codes If you take your vehicle for a state emissions test shortly after the battery has been disconnected or gone dead, it may not pass the test. This is because of certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that must be set in the on- board diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If you must get the vehicle re-tested within the next two or three days, you can condition the vehicle for re-testing by doing the following.

Make sure the gas tank is nearly, but not completely, full (around 3/4).

Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 8
hours or more.

Make sure the ambient temperature is between 20° and 95°F.

State Emissions Testing

Without touching the accelerator pedal, start the engine and let it idle for 20 seconds.

Keep the vehicle in Park (automatic transmission) or Neutral (manual transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000
rpm and hold it there until the temperature gauge rises to at least 1/4 of the scale (approximately 3
minutes).

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State Emissions Testing

Select a nearby lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20
minutes. Drive on the highway in D (A/T) or 5th (M/T). Do not use the cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90
seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30
seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).

Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

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Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Relations

Information

Warranty Coverages Reporting Safety Defects

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Authorized Manuals

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Customer Relations Information

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

If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact your Honda Customer Relations Office.

U.S. Owners:

American Honda Motor Co.

Honda Consumer Affairs

Department

Mail Stop 500-2N-7D

1919 Torrance Boulevard

Torrance, California 90501-2746

(800) 999-1009

Canadian Owners: CUSTOMER RELATIONS RELATIONS AVEC LA CLIENTÉLE Honda Canada Inc. 715 Milner Avenue Toronto, ON M1B 2K8

Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9

Fax: Toll-free 1-877-939-0909
Toronto (416) 287-4776

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In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands:

Bella International P.O. Box 190816

San Juan, Puerto Rico 00919-0816

(787) 250-4318

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

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

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

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NewVehicleLimitedWarranty covers your new vehicle, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.

EmissionsControlSystemsDefects WarrantyandEmissions these two PerformanceWarranty − warranties cover your vehicle’s emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information.

OriginalEquipmentBatteryLimited Warranty to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery.

this warranty gives up

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Warranty Coverages

a seat SeatBeltLimitedWarranty belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the vehicle.

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ReplacementBatteryLimited provides prorated Warranty coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer.

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all exterior body panels are

RustPerforationLimitedWarranty − covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.

ReplacementMufflerLifetime provides LimitedWarranty coverage for as long as the pur- chaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.

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

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covers all genuine

ReplacementPartsLimited Warranty Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman- ship.

Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2002 Honda Warranty Information booklet that came with your car for precise information on warranty coverages. Your Honda’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty infor- mation is in a separate booklet.

Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2002 Warranty Manual that came with your car.

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Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

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

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

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

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Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) The following publications covering the operation and servicing of your vehicle can be obtained from Helm Incorporated, either by filling out the attached form or, for credit card holders, calling the toll-free phone number on the form. For manuals prior to the year shown below, contact Helm Incorporated, P.O. Box 07280, Detroit, Michigan 48207, or call 1-800-782-4356.

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Body Repair Manual

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Service Manual: This manual covers maintenance and recommended procedures for repair to engine and chassis components. It is written for the Journeyman mechanic, but is simple enough for most mechanically-inclined owners to under- stand.

Electrical Troubleshooting Manual: This manual complements the Service Manual by providing in-depth troubleshooting information for each electrical circuit in your vehicle.

Body Repair Manual: This manual describes the procedures involved in the replacement of damaged body parts.

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Accessories and Modifications . 200
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Additional Safety Precautions . 201
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Modifications

ACCESSORY (Ignition Key

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Position)

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Accessory Power Socket . 250
Additives, Engine Oil . 9, 45
Airbag (SRS) . 267
Air Cleaner Element Air Conditioning Filter . 280
Air Conditioning System . 108, 115
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Air Outlets (Vents) Air Pressure, Tires Alcohol in Gasoline Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning Antifreeze Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

Maintenance Usage

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Anti-theft, Audio System Anti-theft Steering Column Lock . 76

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