2005 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

To rewind the tape,

Tape Search Functions Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem FF/REW push the preset 1 (REW) side of the preset bar. You will see REW in the display. To fast forward the tape, push the preset 2 (FF) side of the preset bar. You will see FF displayed. Press the preset 1, 2, or 3 side of the bars to take the system out of rewind or fast forward.

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Onmodelswithnavigationsystem FF/REW To fast forward the tape, push the upper side ( ) of the CH/DISC bar. You will see FF in the upper display. To rewind the tape, push the lower side ( DISC bar. You will see REW displayed. Press either side of the CH/DISC bar or touch the FF, REW or PLAY/PROG icon to take the system out of rewind or fast forward.

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Playing a Tape (Optional)

’’ on the display (on the

If you see the error message ‘‘ upper display on models with navigation system), press the tape eject button to remove the tape from the unit. Make sure the tape is not damaged. If the tape will not eject or the error message stays on after the tape ejects, take the vehicle to your dealer.

Caring for the Tape Player The tape player picks up dirt and oxides from the tape. This contamination builds up over time and causes the sound quality to degrade. To prevent this, you should clean the player after every 30 hours of use.

If you do not clean the tape player regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a normal cleaning kit. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available.

Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or jam the drive.

If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning the hub with a pencil or your finger. If the label is peeling off, remove it or it could cause the tape to jam in the player. Never try to insert a warped or damaged tape in the player.

Store tapes in their cases to protect them from dust and moisture. Never place tapes where they will be exposed to direct sunlight, high heat, or high humidity. If a tape is exposed to extreme heat or cold, let it reach a moderate temperature before inserting it into the player.

Never try to insert foreign objects into the tape player.

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Remote Audio Controls

MODE BUTTON

VOL BUTTON

CH BUTTON

OnallEXandV6models Three controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the wheel.

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The VOL button adjusts the volume up ( ). Press the top or bottom of the button and hold it until the desired volume is reached, then release it.

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The MODE button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, CD (if a CD is loaded), or a tape (if equipped). On models with satellite radio system, you can also select XM1 and XM2.

If you are listening to the radio, use the CH button to change stations. Each time you press the top ( ) of the button, the system goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. Press the bottom − station.

) to go back to the previous

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If you are playing a CD, the system skips to the beginning of the next track each time you press the top ) of the CH button. Press the ＋ bottom ( beginning of the current track. Press it twice to return to the previous track. You will see the disc and track numbers in the display.

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If you are playing a tape in the optional tape player, press the top ) of the CH button to advance to ＋ the next selection. Press the bottom − selection. The system senses a silent period, then resumes playing.

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OnEX,EX-V6,andLX-V6models Your vehicle’s audio system will disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason. To make it work again, you must enter a specific code using the preset bars or the TUNE knob. Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible, making the system work without knowing the exact code is nearly impossible.

You should have received a card that lists your audio system’s code and serial numbers. It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this Owner’s Manual.

If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from a dealer. To do this, you will need the system’s serial number.

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see ‘‘ ‘‘ the next time you turn on the system. Use the preset bars to enter the code. The code is on the radio code card included in your Owner’s Manual kit. When it is entered correctly, the radio will start playing.

’’ in the frequency display

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If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. You have ten tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in ten attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1 hour before trying again.

Radio Theft Protection

You will have to store your favorite stations on each side of the preset bars (1 6) or icons after the system begins working. Your original settings were lost when the power was disconnected.

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Setting the Clock

Onmodelswithoutnavigationsystem If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, you will need to set the clock.

To set the time, press the clock set button (SOUND) until you hear a beep. The displayed time begins to blink.

Press and hold the H (Preset 4) side of the bar until the hour advances to the desired time. Press and hold the M (Preset 5) side of the bar until the minutes advance to the desired time.

Press the clock set button (SOUND) again to enter the set time.

You can quickly set the time to the nearest hour. If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the clock set (SOUND) button until you hear a beep, then pressing the R (Preset 6) side of the bar sets the clock back to the previous hour. If

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CLOCK

PRESET BARS

the displayed time is after the half hour, the clock sets forward to the beginning of the next hour.

For example: 1:06 will reset to 1:00
1:53 will reset to 2:00

CLOCK SET BUTTON

Onmodelswithnavigationsystem The upper display shows the time when the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. The navigation system receives signals from the Global Positioning System (GPS), and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS. Refer to the navigation system owner’s manual to set up the time.

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Ifequipped The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the radio. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then the system resets. To reset an alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the driver’s door with the key or the remote transmitter.

The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and trunk. For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the outside with the key, lock tab, door lock switch, or remote transmitter. The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself.

SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR

Once the security system is set, opening either door without using the key or the remote transmitter, the hood, or the trunk will cause the system to alarm. It also alarms if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is cut.

Security System

With the system set, you can still open the trunk with the remote transmitter without triggering the alarm. The alarm will sound if the trunk lock is forced, or the trunk is opened with the trunk release handle or the emergency trunk opener.

The security system will not set if the hood, trunk, or either door is not fully closed. If the system will not set, check the door and trunk open monitor on the instrument panel (see page ), to see if the doors and the trunk are fully closed. Since it is not part of the monitor display, manually check the hood.

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Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it.

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Cruise Control

Cruise control allows you to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. It should be used for cruising on straight, open highways. It is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads, heavy rain, or bad weather.

Improper use of the cruise control can lead to a crash.

Use the cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.

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Using Cruise Control

CRUISE BUTTON

CANCEL BUTTON

DECEL/SET BUTTON

RES/ACCEL BUTTON

1.

Push in the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel will come on.

2.

Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h).

3.

Press and release the DECEL/ SET button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated.

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

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

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

Press and hold the RES/ACCEL button. When you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button.

Push on the accelerator pedal until you reach the desired cruising speed, then press the DECEL/ SET button.

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

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

Press and hold the DECEL/SET button. Release the button when you reach the desired speed.

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

Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will go out. When the vehicle slows to the desired speed, press the DECEL/ SET button.

Cruise Control

Even with cruise control turned on, you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing. After completing the pass, take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The vehicle will return to the set cruising speed.

Resting your foot on the brake or clutch pedal cause cruise control to cancel.

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Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will remember the previously set cruising speed. To return to that speed, accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), then press and release the RES/ACCEL button. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on, and the vehicle will accelerate to the same cruising speed as before.

Pressing the CRUISE button turns the system off and erases the previous cruising speed.

Cruise Control

Cancelling Cruise Control

CRUISE BUTTON

CANCEL BUTTON

You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways:

Tap the brake or clutch pedal.

Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel.

Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel.

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OnEX-V6model The HomeLink Universal Transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate up to three remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.

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

HomeLink stores the code in a permanent memory. There should be no need to retrain HomeLink if your vehicle’s battery goes dead or is disconnected. If your garage door opener was manufactured before April 1982, you may not be able to program HomeLink to operate it.

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

They do not have the safety feature that causes the motor to stop and reverse if an obstacle is detected during closing, increasing the risk of injury.

For quick and accurate training, make sure the remote control transmitter for the device (garage door, automatic gate, security system, etc.) has a fresh battery.

Important Safety Precautions Always refer to the operating instructions and safety information that came with your garage door opener or other equipment you intend to operate with HomeLink. If you do not have this information, contact the manufacturer of the equipment.

If you just

Training HomeLink Before you begin − received your vehicle and have not trained any of the buttons in HomeLink before, you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button.

To do this, press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 20 seconds, or until the red indicator flashes. Release the buttons, then go to step 1.

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

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

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Press and hold the remote control button and one of the HomeLink buttons at the same time.

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The remote control you are training f rom may stop transmitting af ter 2
seconds. This is not enough f or HomeLink to learn the code. Release and press the button on the remote control every 2 seconds until HomeLink has learned the code.

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The red indicator in HomeLink should begin flashing. It will flash slowly at first, then rapidly.

When the red indicator flashes rapidly, release both buttons. HomeLink should have learned the code from the remote control.

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Unplug the garage door opener motor from the house current.

2.

Holdtheendofthegaragedoor opener remote control 2 to 5
inches from HomeLink. Make sure you are not blocking your view of the red indicator in HomeLink.

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Plug in the garage door opener motor, then test the HomeLink button by pushing it. If the button does not work, repeat the procedure to train it again. If it still does not work, you may have a variable or rolling code garage door opener. See if you do by pressing and holding the HomeLink button you just trained. If the red indicator blinks for 2
seconds then stays on, you have a rolling code garage door opener. Go to ‘‘Training with a Rolling Code System’’ (see page ).

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

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Training With a Rolling Code System For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a ‘‘rolling’’ or variable code. Information from the remote control and the garage door opener are needed before HomeLink can operate the garage door opener.

The ‘‘Training HomeLink’’ procedure trains HomeLink to the proper garage door opener code. The following procedure synchronizes HomeLink to the garage door opener so it sends and receives the correct codes.

1.

2.

Make sure you have properly completed the ‘‘Training HomeLink’’ procedure.

Find the ‘‘Training’’ button on your garage door opener unit. The location will vary, depending on the manufacturer.

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

TRAINING BUTTON

4.

Press and hold the button on HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds.

3.

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

5.

Press and hold the HomeLink button again for 3 to 4 seconds. This should turn off the training indicator on the garage door opener unit. (Some systems may require you to press the button up to three times.)

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Press the HomeLink button again. It should operate the garage door.

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HomeLink Universal Transceiver

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

HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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

You should erase all three codes before selling the vehicle.

Retraining a Button To train an already programmed HomeLink button with a new device, you do not have to erase all the memory. Train the selected button over the existing memory code following the steps under HomeLink’’

‘‘Training

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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Before Driving

Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.

Break-in Period Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures

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Refueling Opening and Closing

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Oil Check Engine Coolant Check

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Fuel Economy . 166
Accessories and Modifications . 167
Carrying Cargo . 169

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Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period:

Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.

Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.

Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).

Do not tow a trailer.

You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.

Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 86 or higher. Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic rapping noise that can lead to engine damage.

In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in areas where it is available, the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT.

OnEX-V6withmanualtransmission If you drive with the low engine speed (below than about 1,000 rpm), you may feel the engine knocking. In this case, you can use premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher to prevent the engine from knocking.

We recommend using quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits.

Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact your authorized dealer for service.

Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to operate on oxygenated gasoline containing up to 10 percent ethanol by volume and up to 15 percent MTBE by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.

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Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures

Refueling

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

For further important fuel-related information, please refer to your Quick Start Guide

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Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately.

1.

Park with the driver’s side closest to the service station pump.

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Open the fuel fill door by pushing on the handle to the left of the driver’s seat.

TETHER

ATTACHMENT

FUEL FILL CAP

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Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least three times. If you do not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may come on (see page

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Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches.

Opening and Closing the Hood

HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

1.

Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly.

Service Station Procedures

3.

Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. You may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. The fuel fill cap is attached to the fuel filler with a tether. Put the attachment on the fuel fill cap into the slit on the fuel fill door.

4.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes.

Ifthefuelnozzlekeepsclickingoff even though the tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle’s fuel vapor recovery system. The system helps keep fuel vapors from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer.

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Service Station Procedures

LATCH

GRIP

2.

Reach in between the hood and the front grille with your finger. The hood latch handle is above and to the left of the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this handle up until it releases the hood. Lift the hood.

If the hood latch handle moves stiffly, or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle, the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.

CLIP

4-cylinder models

6-cylinder models

3.

4-cylindermodels Pull the support rod out of its clip by holding the grip, and insert the end into the designated hole in the hood.

6-cylindermodels Lift the hood up most of the way. The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up.

To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. Make sure it is securely latched.

To close the hood, lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. Make sure it is securely latched.

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Service Station Procedures

Oil Check

DIPSTICK (Orange Handle)

4-cylinder models Wait a few minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil.

DIPSTICK (Orange Loop)

6-cylinder models Wipe off the dipstick with a clean 2. cloth or paper towel.

1.

Remove the dipstick (orange handle/loop).

3.

Insert it all the way back in its hole.

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UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

4-cylinder models Remove the dipstick again, and 4. check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks.

If it is near or below the lower mark, see 213

Adding Engine Oil

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Service Station Procedures

Engine Coolant Check

RESERVE TANK

MAX

RESERVE TANK

6-cylinder models

UPPER MARK LOWER MARK

MAX

MIN

4-cylinder models Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If Adding it is below the MIN line, see Engine Coolant for 217
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6-cylinder models Refer to Checks for information about checking other items on your vehicle.

Owner’s Maintenance on page

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Fuel Economy

Try to maintain a constant speed. Every time you slow down and speed up, your vehicle uses extra fuel. Use the cruise control when appropriate.

Combine several short trips into one.

The air conditioning puts an extra load on the engine which makes it use more fuel. Use the fresh-air ventilation when possible.

Improving Fuel Economy

Always maintain your vehicle according to the maintenance Owner’s schedule. See Maintenance Checks 200

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an underinflated tire Forexample, causes more ‘‘rolling resistance,’’ which uses more fuel.

The build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle’s underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of corrosion.

Drive moderately. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use more fuel.

Always drive in the highest gear possible.

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Modifying your vehicle, or installing some non-Honda accessories, can make it unsafe. Before you make any modifications or add any accessories, be sure to read the following information.

Accessories Your dealer has Honda accessories that allow you to personalize your vehicle, or improve its performance. These accessories have been designed and approved for your vehicle, and are covered by warranty.

Although non-Honda accessories may fit on your vehicle, they may not meet factory specifications, and could adversely affect your vehicle’s handling and stability.

Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding accessories and modifications.

When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle’s computer controlled systems, such as your airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Accessories and Modifications

Before installing any accessory:

Make sure the accessory does not obscure any lights, or interfere with proper vehicle operation or performance.

Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits (see page proper operation.

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Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact your dealer for assistance. If possible, have your dealer inspect the final installation.

Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear windows as these may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags.

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Accessories and Modifications

Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and other systems.

Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle’s safety features can make the systems ineffective.

If you plan to modify your vehicle, consult your dealer.

Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, or replacing components with non-Honda components could seriously affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and reliability.

Some examples are:

Lowering your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit that significantly reduces ground clearance can allow the undercarriage to hit speed bumps or other raised objects, which could cause the airbags to deploy.

Raising your vehicle with a non-Honda suspension kit can affect the handling and stability.

Non-Honda wheels, because they are a universal design, can cause excessive stress on suspension components.

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CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

DOOR POCKET

CENTER POCKET

Carrying Cargo

Your vehicle has several convenient storage areas:

Glove box Door and seat-back pockets Trunk, including the rear seats when folded down Center pocket Console compartment Roof-rack (if installed)

However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages.

TRUNK

SEAT-BACK POCKETS

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Carrying Cargo

Load Limits The maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (395 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.

Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed.

Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual.

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5.

6.

Locate the statement, ‘‘the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 850
lbs’’ on your vehicle’s placard. [The placard is on the driver’s doorjamb.]

Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from 850 pounds or 395 kilograms.

Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity in Step 4.

If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle (see page

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).

The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the maximum load is 850 lbs and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 100 lbs. (850 150) = 100 lbs.)

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In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all passengers, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.

Carrying Items in the Passenger Compartment

Store or secure all items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash.

Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf. They can block your view and be thrown around the vehicle during a crash.

Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver’s ability to operate the pedals, proper operation of the seats, and proper operation of the sensors under the seats.

Keep the glove box closed while driving. If it is open, a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop.

Carrying Cargo

Carrying Cargo in the Trunk or on a Roof Rack

Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk, placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible.

Ifyoufolddownthebackseat,tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop.

If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the trunk lid, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of poisoning on page 49

, follow the instructions

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Carrying Cargo

If you carry any items on a roof rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight. Please contact your dealer for further information.

If you use an accessory roof rack, the roof rack weight limit may be lower. Refer to the information that came with your roof rack.

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Trunk Hooks

Cargo Net

There are hooks on the floor and sides of the trunk. They can be used to install a net for securing items.

OnallEXandEX-V6models The cargo net can be used to help hold down items stored in the trunk. To use the cargo net, hook it to the buttons on the floor and sides of the trunk. You can use the cargo net in several configurations by hooking it to different buttons.

When you are not using the cargo net, store it in the spare tire well.

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Driving

This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the traction control system, and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer.

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........................ Preparing to Drive . 175
....................... Starting the Engine . 176
................... Manual Transmission . 179
.............. Automatic Transmission . 183
........................................... Parking . 184
............................. Braking System Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ............... . 185
.. Traction Control System (TCS) . 187
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Preparing to Drive

Youshoulddothefollowingchecks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle.

1.

Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.

2.

Check that the hood is fully closed.

3.

Check that the trunk is fully closed.

6.

7.

Check the seat adjustment (see page

81

).

Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see page

93

).

8.

Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 72

).

9.

Make sure the doors and the trunk are securely closed and locked.

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5.

Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.

10.

Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 14 ).

Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely.

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When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel (see page 55 ).

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Apply the parking brake.

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4.

In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery.

Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way. START (III) does not function unless the clutch pedal is pressed.

Automatic Transmission: Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal.

Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START (III) position. Do not hold the key in START for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again.

Starting theEngine

5.

If the engine does not start within 15 seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down. If the engine starts, release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race.

The engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.

The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly- coded key (or other device) is used, the engine’s f uel system is disabled. See Immobilizer System

on page

74

6.

If the engine fails to start, press the accelerator pedal all the way downandholdittherewhile starting to clear flooding. If the engine still does not start, return to step 5.

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Manual Transmission

transmission by trying to shift into Reverse with the vehicle moving. Push down the clutch pedal, and pause for a few seconds before shifting into Reverse, or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment. This stops the gears so they won’t ‘‘grind.’’

When slowing down, you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear. This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while going down a steep hill. Before downshifting, make sure the engine speed will not go into the tachometer’s red zone in the lower gear.

5-speed M/T

Onall4-cylindermodelswith5-speed manualtransmission OnEX-V6modelwith6-speedmanual transmission The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from Fifth to Reverse.

On vehicles with 6-speed manual transmission, the lockout system prevents you from shifting directly

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6-speed M/T from Fifth to Reverse instead of Sixth (see page

178

).

When shifting up or down, make sure you push the clutch pedal down all the way, shift to the next gear, and let the pedal up gradually. When you are not shifting, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This can cause your clutch to wear out faster.

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Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. The following shift points are recommended:

With5-speedmanualtransmission

Shift up

Normal acceleration

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th

15 mph (25 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (65 km/h) 50 mph (80 km/h)

Rapid slowing or speeding-up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces. If you crash, you can be injured.

Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces.

OnEX-V6model Your vehicle is equipped with an aluminum shift lever. If you leave the vehicle parked outside for a long time on a hot day, be careful before moving the shift lever. Because of the heat, the shift lever may be extremely hot. If the outside temperature is low, the shift lever feels cold.

Manual Transmission

With6-speedmanualtransmission

Shift up

Normal acceleration

1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th

15 mph (24 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 40 mph (64 km/h) 47 mph (75 km/h) 52 mph (83 km/h)

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Manual Transmission

Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone.

Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer’s red zone.

Reverse Lockout 6-speedmanualtransmissiononly The manual transmission has lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from Fifth to Reverse instead of Sixth while the vehicle is moving. If you cannot shift to Reverse when the vehicle is stopped:

2.

If you are still unable to shift to Reverse, apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition key to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).

3.

Press the clutch pedal, and shift to Reverse.

4.

With the clutch pedal still pressed, start the engine.

If you need to use this procedure to shift to Reverse, your vehicle may be developing a problem. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer.

1.

With the clutch pedal pressed, move the shift lever to the first/ second gear side of the Neutral gate, then shift to Reverse.

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Shift Lever Position Indicators

These indicators between the tacho- meter and speedometer show which position the shift lever is in.

The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission.

If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on along with the ‘‘D’’ indicator, there is a problem in the automatic transmission control system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible.

Automatic Transmission

Shifting

SHIFT LEVER

RELEASE BUTTON

To shift from any position, press firmly on the brake pedal and press the release button on the side of the shift lever. You cannot shift out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position.

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Automatic Transmission

To shift from:

Pto R

Do this:

Press the brake pedal and press the release button.

Press the release button.

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This position mechani-

Park (P) cally locks the transmission. Use Park whenever you are turning off or starting the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal. Press the release button on the side of the shift lever to move it.

Move the lever.

If you have done all of the above and still cannot move the lever out of Park, see on page 182

Shift Lock Release

You must also press the release button to shift into Park. To avoid transmission damage, come to a complete stop before shifting into Park. The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

RtoP Nto R Dto2
2to 1
1to 2
2to D DtoD Dto N Dto D Nto D RtoN

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Press the brake

Reverse (R) pedal and press the release button on the side of the shift lever to shift from Park to Reverse. To shift from Reverse to Neutral, come to a complete stop and then shift. Press the release button before shifting into Reverse from Neutral.

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Use Neutral if you

Neutral (N) need to restart a stalled engine, or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling. Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason. Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Neutral to another gear.

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Use this position for

Drive (D) your normal driving. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear (1 through 5) for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher engine speeds when the engine is cold. This helps the engine warm up faster.

Use Second gear:

For more power when climbing. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. For starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow. To help reduce wheel spin. When driving downhill with a trailer.

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First (1) To shift from Second to First, press the release button on the side of the shift lever. This position locks the transmission in first gear. By upshifting and downshifting through 1, 2, D , and D, you can operate this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal.

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This position is

Drive (D ) similar to D, except only the first three gears are selected. Use D when towing a trailer in hilly terrain, or to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. D can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop-and-go driving.

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Second (2) To shift to Second, press the release button on the side of the shift lever. This position locks the transmission in second gear. It does not downshift to first gear when you come to a stop.

Automatic Transmission

Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer’s red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine’s computer controls. The engine will run normally when you reduce the RPM below the red zone.

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Automatic Transmission

Shift Lock Release This allows you to move the shift lever out of Park if the normal method of pushing on the brake pedal and pressing the release button does not work.

1.

Set the parking brake.

2.

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

3.

Put a cloth on the edge of the shift lock release slot cover. Using a small flat-tipped screwdriver or a metal fingernail file, carefully pry on the edge of the cover to remove it.

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COVER

RELEASE BUTTON

4.

Insert the key in the shift lock release slot.

5.

Push down on the key while you