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

on page

373

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

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.)

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

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If Your Engine Won’t Start

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

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

If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Towing on page

Emergency 391

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

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).

Are you using the proper starting Starting the procedure? Refer to Engine 241

on page

Your car has the Immobilizer System. You should use a properly-coded master or valet key to start the engine (see page ). 83
A key that is not properly coded will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly.

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

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

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

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

Jump Starting

To jump start your car, follow these directions closely:

1.

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Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery (see page weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushy or like ice, do not try jump starting until it thaws.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can f reeze. Attempting to jump start with a f rozen battery can cause it to rupture.

2.

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

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Jump Starting

4-cylinder models Connect one jumper cable to the 3. ) terminal on your positive ( Honda’s battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ＋ terminal on the booster battery.

＋

6-cylinder models

4-cylinder models Connect the second jumper cable 4. to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine.

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Jump Starting

6-cylinder models

BOOSTER BATTERY 4-cylinder models The numbers in the illustrations show you the order to connect the jumper cables.

5.

6.

If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle.

Start your car. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal-to- metal contact.

BOOSTER BATTERY

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

Keep the ends of the jumper cables away from each other and any metal on the vehicle until all are disconnected. Otherwise, you may cause an electrical short.

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

1.

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

2.

If you see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood, turn off the engine.

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

Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.

If Your Engine Overheats

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

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

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3.

If you do not see steam or spray, leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge. If the high heat is due to overloading (climbing a long, steep hill on a hot day with the A/C running, for example), the engine should start to cool down almost immediately. If it does, wait until the tempera- ture gauge comes down to the mid- point, then continue driving.

4.

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

5.

6.

7.

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

Look for any obvious coolant leaks, such as a split radiator hose. Everything is still extremely hot, so use caution. If you find a leak, it must be repaired before you Emergency continue driving (see Towing ). 391

on page

If you don’t find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page ). If the level is below the 230
MIN mark, add coolant to halfway between the MIN and MAX marks.

If Your Engine Overheats

8.

If there was no coolant in the reserve tank, you may also have to add coolant to the radiator. Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera- ture gauge, or lower, before check- ing the radiator.

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

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

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If Your Engine Overheats

9.

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

10.

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

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11.

Put the radiator cap back on tightly. Run the engine and watch the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the red mark, the engine needs repair. (See Towing

Emergency

on page

391

.)

12.

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

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

4.

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Turn of f the engine as soon as you can saf ely get the car stopped.

1.

2.

3.

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

Safely pull off the road and shut off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning indicators.

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Let the car sit for a minute. Open the hood and check the oil level (see page and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers.

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

294

).

Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If the light does not go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving. (See Towing .) 391

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Charging System Indicator

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

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

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

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

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MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

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

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

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

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

This indicator may also come on along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.

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

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

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If possible, do not take your car for a state emissions test until the readiness codes are set. Refer to State Emissions Testing for more information. (See page

407

.)

To check if they are set, turn the ignition ON (II), but do not start the engine. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp will come on for 20 seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5 times, the readiness codes are not set.

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Readiness Codes Your car has certain ‘‘readiness codes’’ that are part of the on-board diagnostics for the emissions systems. In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed.

If your car’s battery has been disconnected or gone dead, these codes are erased. It takes several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again.

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BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

＊

U.S. indicator shown ＊

The Brake System Indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to check the parking brake. It comes on and stays lit if you do not fully release the parking brake.

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

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

Brake System Indicator

Slow down by shifting to a lower gear, and pull to the side of the road when it is safe. Because of the longer distance needed to stop, it is hazardous to drive the car. You should have it towed, and repaired as Emergency soon as possible. (See Towing .) 391

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

If the ABS indicator comes on with this indicator, have the car inspected by your Honda dealer immediately.

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Closing the Moonroof

OnEXandEX-V6models If the electric motor will not close the moonroof, do the following:

1.

2.

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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NOTCH

TAB

SOCKET

ROUND PLUG

4.

To remove the round plug in the center of the headliner, turn the plug by using a screwdriver or coin, then pry it out. Make sure to align the tabs on the round plug to the notches on the ceilling as shown in the illustration.

5.

Insert the moonroof wrench securely into the socket behind this plug. Hold the longer handle as shown and turn the wrench slowly until the moonroof is fully closed.

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Closing the Moonroof

6.

Remove the wrench. Reinstall the round plug.

If you need to close the moonroof manually, it means your car’s moonroof opening/closing function is developing a problem. Have your car checked by a Honda dealer.

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Fuses

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

INTERIOR

NOTCH

UNDER-HOOD

TAB

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

The interior fuse box is on the driver’s lower left side. To remove the fuse box lid, put your finger in the notch on the lid, and pull it upward slightly, then pull it toward you and take it out of its hinges.

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390

and

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 389
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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BLOWN

BLOWN

FUSE PULLER

Fuses

3.

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

4.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Fuses

BLOWN

5.

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

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UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX

No.

Amps.

Circuits Protected

Fuses

No.

Amps.

Circuits Protected

No.

Amps.

Circuits Protected

10 A (30A) 10 A 15 A 10 A

Left Headlight Low Beam (Rear Defroster Coil) Left Headlight High Beam Small Light Right Headlight High Beam

10

10 A 7.5 A 15 A 20 A −

Right Headlight Low Beam Back Up FI ECU Condenser fan Not Used

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＊

＊

11
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
17
18
18
19
20
21
22

23

20 A 30 A 7.5 A 20 A 40 A 40 A 15 A 30 A 30 A 20 A 40 A 40 A (40 A) 40 A 100 A

− 50 A 50 A

Cooling Fan Cooling Fan MG. Clutch Horn, Stop Rear Defroster Back Up, ACC Hazard ABS Motor TCS Motor ABS F/S TCS Option Option Heater Motor Battery Not Used ＋ Power Window Main

B IG1 Main

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Fuses

INTERIOR FUSE BOX

No.

Amps.

Circuits Protected

No. Amps.

Circuits Protected

(15 A) 15 A (10 A) 15 A 10 A 7.5 A

DBW Ignition Coil Daytime Running Light Laf Heater Radio Interior Light

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10
11
12

10 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A 30 A −

Back-Up Lights Door Lock Front Accessory Sockets IG OPDS IG Wiper Not Used

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No.

Amps.

Circuits Protected

13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33

−

(20 A) (20 A) (20 A)

− 15 A 15 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 10 A 7.5 A − − 20 A 20 A (20 A)

− 7.5 A − 7.5 A 7.5 A

Not Used Driver’s Power Seat Sliding Heated Seats Driver’s Power Seat Reclining Not Used IG ACG IG Fuel Pump IG Washer IG Meter IG SRS IGP (PGM-FI ECU) Not Used Not Used Passenger’s Power Window Driver’s Power Window Moonroof Not Used IG HAC Not Used ACC HAC OP

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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.

−

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

−

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.

−

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:

ManualTransmission:

Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral.

Emergency Towing

AutomaticTransmission:

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

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).

If your car is equipped with a front spoiler, remove it before towing so it is not damaged.

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

Emergency Towing

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

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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Technical Information

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 car’s tires and emissions control systems.

Identification Numbers Specifications

(4-cylinder Models)

Specifications

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

. 394

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

. 396

(6-cylinder Models)

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

. 398

DOT Tire Quality Grading

(U. S. Cars)

Treadwear Traction Temperature

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

. 400
. 400
. 400
. 401

Oxygenated Fuels ......................... Driving in Foreign Countries ...... Emissions Controls ....................... The Clean Air Act ..................... Crankcase Emissions Control .................................... Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................

System

System

Onboard Refueling Vapor

. 402
. 403
. 404
. 404

. 404

. 404

Recovery

. 404
Exhaust Emissions Controls . 405
. 405

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

PGM-FI System Ignition Timing Control

System

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

(EGR) System

Three Way Catalytic

. 405

. 405

Converter

Replacement Parts

. 405
........................... .................... . 405
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 406
.. . 407
State Emissions Testing ..............

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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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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

CERTIFICATION LABEL

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

4-cylinder Models

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

ENGINE NUMBER

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER

Identification Numbers

MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

6-cylinder Models

ENGINE NUMBER

AUTOMATIC/MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER

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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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187.6 in (4,766 mm) 71.3 in (1,810 mm) 55.7 in (1,415 mm) 105.1 in (2,670 mm) 61.1 in (1,553 mm) 61.2 in (1,554 mm)

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

HFC-134a (R-134a) −

17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)

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Capacities Fuel tank

Engine coolant

Change ＊ Manual Automatic

Total

Manual Automatic

Engine oil

Change ＊

Including filter Without filter

Total Change Total Change Total

Approx. 17.09 US gal (64.7 )

1.40 US gal (5.3 ) 1.37 US gal (5.2 )

1.90 US gal (7.2 ) 1.88 US gal (7.1 )

4.4 US qt (4.2 )

4.2 US qt (4.0 )

5.6 US qt (5.3 ) 2.0 US qt (1.9 ) 2.2 US qt (2.1 ) 3.0 US qt (2.8 ) 6.9 US qt (6.5 )

U.S. Cars Canada Cars

2.6 US qt (2.5 ) 4.8 US qt (4.5 )

ND-OIL8

Manual trans- mission fluid Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir

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1 :

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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 ) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

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Specifications (4-cylinder Models)

Lights Headlights

High Low

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

− − −

− − − − − − − − − −

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

21 W 21/5 W 18 W 3 CP 8 W 21 W 5 W 2 CP 1.1 W 8 W

12 V 12 V

− −

38 AH/5 HR 47 AH/20 HR

See page 390 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid. See page 389 or the fuse box cover.

Engine Type

Bore x Stroke 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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1 : LX 2 : EX

Water cooled 4-stroke i-VTEC

4-cylinder gasoline engine

3.43 x 3.90 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm)

144 cu-in (2,354 cm )

9.7 : 1

See spark plug maintenance sec- tion page 320 .

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

0° 1° − 3°15’

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

30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) ＊ 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) ＊ 29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm ) ＊ 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) ＊ 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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Specifications (6-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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187.6 in (4,766 mm) 71.3 in (1,810 mm) 55.7 in (1,415 mm) 105.1 in (2,670 mm) 61.1 in (1,553 mm) 61.2 in (1,554 mm)

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

HFC-134a (R-134a) −

17.6 19.4 oz (500 550 g)

−

Capacities Fuel tank

Engine coolant

Change ＊ Manual Automatic

Total

Manual Automatic

Engine oil

Change ＊

Including filter Without filter

Total Change Total

Change Total

Approx. 17.09 US gal (64.7 )

1.74 US gal (6.6 ) 1.77 US gal (6.7 )

2.17 US gal (8.2 ) 2.22 US gal (8.4 )

4.5 US qt (4.3 )

4.2 US qt (4.0 )

5.3 US qt (5.0 ) 2.3 US qt (2.2 ) 2.6 US qt (2.5 )

3.1 US qt (2.9 ) 7.6 US qt (7.2 )

U.S. Cars Canada Cars

2.6 US qt (2.5 ) 4.8 US qt (4.5 )

ND-OIL8

Manual transmission fluid Automatic transmission fluid Windshield washer reservoir

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1 :

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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 ) Excluding the oil remaining in the engine.

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Specifications (6-cylinder Models)

Lights Headlights

High Low

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

− − −

− − − − − − − − − −

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

21 W 21/5 W 18 W 3 CP 8 W 21 W 5 W 2 CP 1.1 W 8 W

12 V 12 V

− −

52 AH/5 HR 65 AH/20 HR

See page 390 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box lid. See page 389 or the fuse box cover.

Engine Type

Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs

Alignment Toe-in

Camber

Caster

Tires Size

Pressure

Front Rear Front Rear Front

Front/Rear

Spare

Front Rear

Spare

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 )

10.0 : 1

See spark plug maintenance sec- tion page 323 .

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

0° 1° − 3°15’

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P205/60R16 91V P215/50R17 93V ＊ T135/90D15 100M T135/80R16 101M

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32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm ) 29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm ) 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )

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1 : 2 :

LX-V6, EX-V6 with automatic transmission EX-V6 with manual transmission

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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.

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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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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 car 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.

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.

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Driving in Foreign Countries

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.

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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 274

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In Canada, Honda vehicles comply

with the Canadian emission requirements, as specified in an agreement with Environment Canada, 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

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Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned.

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

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

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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) or the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operat-

ing 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,