2003 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

Additional Information About Your Airbags

How Your Front Airbags Work

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

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

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).

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

Your car is equipped with dual-stage, dual-threshold airbags to help reduce the chance of airbag-caused injuries.

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

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

U.S. Owners: For additional information on how your airbags work, see the booklet titled SRS:WhatYouNeedtoKnow that came with your AboutAirbags owner’s manual.

Canadian Owners: For additional information on how your airbags work, ask your dealer for a copy of the booklet titled SRS: WhatYouNeedtoKnowAboutAirbags.

How Your Side Airbags Work

Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags Some models are equipped with side airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger. The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the front seat-backs, and both are marked ‘‘SIDE AIRBAG.’’

In a moderate to severe side impact, the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the driver’s or the passenger’s side airbag.

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

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

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

In a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag on the driver’s or the passenger’s side of the car. If the impact is on the passenger’s side, the passenger’s side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no occupants on that side of the car.

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

How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work

SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG

StandardonU.S.EX-V6model Your car is equipped with side curtain airbags. These airbags are stored in the front, center, and rear pillars on both sides. The front and rear pillars on both sides are marked ‘‘SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG.’’

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How the SRS Indicator Works The SRS indicator alerts you to a potential problem

with your front airbags. This light will also alert you to a potential problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners (page

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).

On models with side airbags, this light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, the passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system (see page side curtain airbags.

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

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

If the light comes on at any other time, or does not come on at all, you should have the system checked by your dealer. For example:

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

If the light stays on after the engine starts.

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

If you see any of these indications, your airbags may not deploy, your passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system may not work properly, or your seat belt tensioners may not work when you need them. See your Honda dealer as soon as possible.

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

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

How the Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator Light Works Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags

This light alerts you that the passenger’s side airbag

has been automatically shut off.

To reduce the risk of injury from an inflating side airbag, your car has an automatic cutoff system for the passenger’s side airbag.

It does not mean there is a problem with your side airbags. It means that the side airbag cutoff system has activated to prevent the side airbag from deploying.

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

When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the indicator should light briefly and go out (see page doesn’t light, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked.

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Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in the front, this system is designed to shut off the side airbag if a child leans sideways and the child’s head is in the side airbag deployment path.

If a small-statured adult leans sideways, or larger adult slouches and leans sideways into the deployment path of the side airbag, the system may also shut off the side airbag.

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

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Additional Information About Your Airbags

Improperly

Donotcoverorreplacefrontseat- backcoverswithoutconsultinga Hondadealer. replacing or covering front seat- back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a collision.

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See page and precautions relating to your airbags.

Additional Safety Precautions

Donotattempttodeactivateyour airbags. seat belts provide the best protection.

Together, airbags and

Donottamperwithairbag componentsorwiringforany Tampering could cause reason. the airbags to deploy, possibly causing very serious injury.

If rain or spilled water

Donotexposethefrontseat-backs towater. soaks into a seat-back, it can prevent the side airbag system from working properly.

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

Any

Yourairbagseverinflate. airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit, automatic seat belt tensioners, and other related parts. Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop.

TheSRSindicatorlightalertsyou Take your car to an toaproblem. authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. If you ignore this indication, the airbags might not inflate when you need them.

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Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1. 2. 3. 4.

Select the Fresh Air mode. Select the Turn the fan on high speed. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

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

If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which is removed by the owner), contact your Honda dealer for a replacement.

HOOD Onmodelswithoutsideairbags

Onmodelswithside curtainairbags U.S.models

Safety Labels

DASHBOARD U.S.modelsonly

Onmodelswithsideairbags

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SUN VISOR U.S.models

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DOORJAMBS Oncarswithsideairbags U.S.models

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Oncarswithsidecurtainairbags U.S.models

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Instruments and Controls

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

Control Locations Indicator Lights Gauges

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Speedometer Tachometer Odometer Outside Temperature

Indicator Trip Meter Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge Maintenance Required

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Indicator

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Controls Near the Steering

Wheel

Headlights

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Keys and Locks

Automatic Lighting Off

Feature

Daytime Running Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Turn Signals Windshield Wipers Windshield Washers Hazard Warning Rear Window Defogger Steering Wheel Adjustment

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Keys Immobilizer System Ignition Switch Power Door Locks Remote Transmitter Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener Glove Box

Front Seat Adjustments Driver’s Seat Manual Height

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Adjustment

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Driver’s Seat Power Height

Adjustment

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Seat Adjustments

Driver’s Seat Power

Adjustments

Seat Heaters Power Windows Moonroof Mirrors

Driver’s Lumbar Support Rear Seat Access Head Restraints Folding Rear Seat

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Parking Brake Console Compartment Armrest Beverage Holders Center CD Pocket Coin Pocket Sun Visor Vanity Mirror Coat Hook Sunglasses Holder Accessory Power Sockets Interior Lights Ceiling Light Spotlights Courtesy Lights

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Control Locations

MIRROR CONTROLS (P.108)

POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.86)

POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.103)

FUEL FILL DOOR/ TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.225, 91)

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.226)

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HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.79)

AUDIO SYSTEM (P.148, 163, 187) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.153, 171, 193)

HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.122) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.129)

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Indicator Lights

ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.64)

TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR

(P.64)

LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR

(P.62, 379)

CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR

(P.67)

CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.62, 380)

HIGH BEAM INDICATOR

(P.67)

CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR

(P.67)

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS) INDICATOR

(P.64)

IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR(P.65)

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

(P.71)

DOOR AND TRUNK (P.65) OPEN MONITOR SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR

(P.63)

SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR

(P.63)

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.66, 213)

LIGHTS ON INDICATOR

(P.66)

SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT

(P.62)

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.381)

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

(P.66)

PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR ＊

(P.63)

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

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Indicator Lights

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

Seat Belt Reminder Light

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

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

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Low Oil Pressure Indicator

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

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Charging System Indicator

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

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Malfunction Indicator Lamp 381

See page

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Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

This indicator lights briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. This light will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags, passenger’s side airbag automatic cutoff system, side curtain airbags or automatic seat belt tensioners. For complete information, see page

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Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator This light has two functions:

1.

2.

This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). It is a reminder to check the parking brake. Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires.

If the indicator remains lit after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, it can indicate a problem in the brake system. For complete information, see page

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Side Airbag Cutoff Indicator

Onlyonmodelsequippedwithside airbags This indicator lights briefly when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates that the passenger’s side airbag has automatically shut off. For complete information, see page 53

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Indicator Lights

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

This light normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If this light comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock. For complete information, see page

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Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator

OnallV6models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes on and stays on with the TCS Activation Indicator, there is a problem with the TCS. For more information on the TCS, see page 258

TCS Activation Indicator

OnallV6models This indicator has three functions: Itcomesonasareminderthatyou 1. have turned off the Traction Control System.

2.

It flashes when the TCS is regulating wheelspin.

3.

Ifitcomesonandstaysonwhen the Traction Control System is on, it indicates that there is a problem in the TCS.

This indicator normally also comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If this lightcomesonandstaysonatany other time, or it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), there is a problem with the TCS. Take the car to your dealer to have it checked. See page 258
more information on the TCS.

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Indicator Lights

Immobilizer System Indicator

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

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).

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

Door and Trunk Open Monitor

The appropriate light comes on in this display if the trunk or either door is not closed tightly.

All the lights in the monitor display come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators

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

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

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Indicator Lights

Lights On Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Security System Indicator

or

This indicator reminds you that the exterior lights are on. It comes on when the light switch is in either the position. If you turn the

ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) without turning off the light switch, this indicator will remain on. A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver’s door.

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

LOW FUEL INDICATOR

This indicator is located in the fuel gauge. It comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon.

This indicator lights when the security system is set. See page 213
security system.

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‘‘Daytime Running Lights’’ Indicator

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

High Beam Indicator

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

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

76

).

Indicator Lights

Cruise Main Indicator

Washer Level Indicator

This indicator comes on when you turn on the Cruise Control System by pressing the Master Button. (see page

214

.)

Cruise Control Indicator

This lights when you set the cruise control. See page on operating the cruise control.

for information

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Canadianmodelsonly This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this light come on (see page

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Gauges

The gauges illuminate when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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

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

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

TACHOMETER

SPEEDOMETER

FUEL GAUGE

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

TRIP METER

TEMPERATURE GAUGE

ODOMETER/OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

SELECT/RESET KNOB

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

The odometer and the outside temperature indicator use the same display. To switch the display between the odometer and the outside temperature, press the Select/Reset knob. When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), what you last selected is displayed.

Outside Temperature Indicator On4-cylinderEXmodelwithleather interiorand6-cylinderEXmodel This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit in U.S. models, and in Centigrade in Canadian models. To see the outside temperature, press and release the Select/Reset knob until the temperature is displayed.

The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road sur- face, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature read- ing when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h).

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In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface.

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Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it.

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

When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), what you last selected is displayed.

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

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

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

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

Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter.

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4-cylindermodels For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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

Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) and 10,000 miles (16,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds.

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

If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000
km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder.

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

Maintenance Required Indicator

MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your car in for scheduled maintenance per the Normal Conditions maintenance schedule. The indicator light does not reflect severe maintenance intervals.

Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for Normal Driving Conditions on page 284

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

SELECT/RESET KNOB

1.

Turn off the engine.

2.

3.

Press and hold the Select/Reset knob in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II).

Hold the knob for approximately ten seconds until the indicator resets.

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

The controls under the left air vent are for the moonroof and the Traction Control System.

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

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.76)

HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P.74/77)

HORN ＊

WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.77, 79)

REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.211)

MOONROOF SWITCH (P.108)

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P.79)

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P.79)

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To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM ON/OFF SWITCH (P.259)

TILT/TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT (P.80)

CRUISE CONTROLS (P.214)

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Headlights

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

When the light switch is in either of these positions, the Lights On indicator comes on as a reminder.

The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the parking lights, taillights, and rear license plate lights. Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the headlights.

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To change from low beams to high beams, push the turn signal lever forward until you hear a click. The blue high beam indicator will light (see page ). To return to low beams, pull the turn signal lever back.

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Automatic Lighting Off Feature The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights and license plate lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver’s door.

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

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

’’ ’’ position, remove the key,

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

To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will come on and go off.

The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, no matter what position the headlight switch is in.

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Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

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Instrument Panel Brightness

SELECT/RESET KNOB The Select/Reset knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.

The instrument panel will illuminate with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver’s door. The brightness will increase slightly when you insert the key in the ignition switch, then go to normal

brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

If you do not insert the key in the ignition switch after opening the driver’s door, the illumination turns off in about 30 seconds after closing that door.

If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the illumination turns off in about 10
seconds.

To reduce glare at night, the instru- ment panel illumination dims when or you turn the light switch to

. Turning the Select/Reset

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Turn Signals

To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it.

Windshield Wipers

TURN SIGNAL LEVER

Signal a turn or lane change with this lever. Push down on the lever to signal a left turn, and up to signal a right turn. If you push it up or down all the way, the turn signal continues to blink even when you release the lever. It shuts off automatically as you complete the turn.

This lever controls the windshield wipers and washers. It has five positions:

MIST: mist OFF: off INT: intermittent LO: low speed HI: high speed

To select a position, push the lever up or down.

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In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. The sweep interval will change slightly with speed; getting shorter as you drive faster. While the car is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal. In low speed and high speed, the wipers run continuously.

You can vary how often the wipers sweep the windshield by turning the INT TIME ring on the lever.

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

To operate the wipers in mist mode, push the control lever up from the OFF position. The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. This gives you a quick way to clear the windshield.

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Windshield Washers

Hazard Warning

Rear Window Defogger

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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 between the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn 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.

Manual A/C type shown

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/in the button lights to show the defogger is on. 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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Steering Wheel Adjustment See page for important safety informationabouthowtoproperly positionthesteeringwheel.

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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.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped.

Auto A/C type shown

Cars with navigation system

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

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.

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3.

Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out 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.

4.

Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in that position.

5.

Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up, down, in, and out.

To adjust the steering wheel:

1.

Insert the key in the ignition switch, and unlock the steering column.

2.

Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

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Keys

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER

VALET KEY (LIGHT GREY)

Your car comes with two master keys and a valet key. The master key fits all the locks on your car: (cid:127) Ignition (cid:127) Doors (cid:127)Glovebox (cid:127) Trunk release handle (cid:127) Rear seat trunk access • Trunk

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The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver’s door lock. You can keep the trunk release handle, rear seat trunk access, and glove box locked when you leave your car and the valet key at a parking facility.

Youshouldhavereceivedakey number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Keep the tag stored in a safe place. If you need to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks.

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.

Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy objects on them.

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

RemoteTransmitter Your car also comes with two remote transmitters built into the master keys; see page for an explanation of the remote transmitter operation.

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

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

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

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

Use a plastic or leather key fob, not metal.

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

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

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The Immobilizer System 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.

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AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has four positions: (cid:127) LOCK (0) (cid:127) ACCESSORY (I) (cid:127) ON (II) (cid:127) START (III)

− You can insert or

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

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

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Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.

ACCESSORY (I) you can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets.

In this position,

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−

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.

−

Use this position

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

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The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not recognize the key’s coding (see page 83

).

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.

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Power Door Locks

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

LOCK TAB

Each door has a master door lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks both doors. Push the top of the switch to lock both doors; push the bottom to unlock them.

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 top of the master switch, then close the door.

Both doors can be locked from the outsidebyusingthekeyinthe driver’s door. To unlock just the driver’s door, turn the key and releaseit.Ifyouturnthekeyand hold it, both doors will unlock.

You can also open or close the windows by turning the key in the driver’s door (see page 106).

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LockoutPrevention 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 andthekeyintheignition,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 top of the switch 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.

Remote Transmitter

UNLOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

LED

TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON

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

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When you push the LOCK button a second time within 5 seconds after you have locked the doors, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors are locked and (if equipped) that the security system has set.

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 each time you push the button.

You can also open both power windows from outside the car with theremotetransmitter(seepage 106).

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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 (except for 4-cylinder LX model).

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.

PanicMode Panic mode allows you to remotely activate your car’s horn and exterior lights to attract attention. The horn sounds and the exterior lights 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).

Panic mode will not activate if the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position.

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The ceiling light (if the ceiling light switch is in the center position) and the spotlights (if the switch is in the Door position) will come on when you press the UNLOCK button. If you do not open either door, the lights stay on for about 30 seconds, then fade out. If you relock the doors with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights will go off immediately.

You cannot lock the doors with the remote transmitter if either door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. You cannot unlock the doors with the key in the ignition switch.

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ReplacingtheBattery 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: CR1616

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BATTERY

SCREW

TAB

To replace the battery:

1.

2.

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.

3.

Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.

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