1994 Honda Accord Sedan Owners Manual

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Anti-lock Brake System The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is standard equipment on the EX model in the U.S. and the EX-R model in Canada. It is optional on the DX and LX models in the U.S. and the LX and EX models in Canada. Each wheel has a wheel speed sensor assembly. As the wheel rotates, the sensor sends electrical pulses to the ABS control unit. The pulse frequency varies with the wheel speed. The ABS works by measuring how fast the wheels are turning during braking and comparing their speed. If any wheel is rotating much slower than the others (on the verge of locking up and skidding), the system reduces hydraulic pressure to that wheel's brake caliper. When that wheel's speed matches the other wheels, the system applies normal hydraulic pressure. This can take place several times per second at each wheel. You feel the ABS working as rapid pulsations in the brake pedal. The electrical output of the ABS control unit is connected to the modulator/solenoid unit. During braking, the ABS control unit monitors the pulse frequencies from the four wheels. When the control unit detects a wheel locking up, it energizes the appropriate solenoid in the modulator/solenoid unit. There are three solenoids: one for each front wheel, and one for the rear wheels. The energized solenoid reduces hydraulic pressure to one side of a modulator valve. This, in turn, reduces hydraulic pressure in the brake line going to the affected wheel. When that wheel speeds up because of the reduced braking effort, the control unit de-energizes the solenoid. This builds hydraulic pressure on the modulator valve. The pressure increases in the hydraulic line to the wheel. For the system to react quickly, the modulator/solenoid unit must have brake fluid under high pressure. This is supplied by a piston-type accumulator that is pressurized by an electric pump. A pressure-sensing switch on the accumulator controls this pump. The control unit also contains error detection circuitry. It monitors the operation of the wheel sensors, solenoids, pump, and electronics. If the control unit detects any faults, it shuts off power to the pump motor and solenoids. The light on the instrument panel comes on. The brakes then work like a conventional system without anti-lock capabilities. Technical Information Supplemental Restraint System The SRS includes the steering wheel airbag assembly, sensors in the dashboard, and a control unit with sensors behind the center console. The system also has a dashboard- mounted airbag assembly for the passenger. When the control unit receives trigger signals from at least two sensors, it sends voltage to the airbag. The control unit stores this charge in capacitors to insure reliability even if a severe impact damages the car's battery or electrical connections. The sensors are decelerometers, set to trigger in a severe frontal impact that generates more force than a 25 mile per hour crash into a parked vehicle of similar size. For the SRS to activate, at least two sensors must trigger. This duplication is to prevent accidental activation. The electrical charge sent to the airbag assembly ignites its propellant, which burns instantaneously. The gas produced by the burning propellant inflates the airbag instantly. The airbag is vented so it stays inflated for only an instant and does not block the driver's vision. Smoke from the burned propellant comes out of the airbag and into the car's interior. This is normal and does not mean there is a fire. The airbag collapses onto the driver's lap. The airbag unit can inflate only one time. After use, your Honda dealer must check the complete Supple- mental Restraint System and replace the airbag assembly. To ensure long-term reliability, the SRS uses gold-plated electrical connections throughout. Exposed components are sealed with epoxy. The control unit monitors the SRS circuitry whenever the ignition is ON (II). If the control unit senses any faults, it turns on the SRS indicator light on the instrument panel. Take the car to your Honda dealer to diagnose and repair the system as soon as possible. The SRS needs no regular mainte- nance other than an inspection by your Honda dealer ten years after manufacture. Technical Information Emission Controls The burning of gasoline in your car's engine produces several byproducts. Some of these are carbon monoxide (CO), oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and hydrocarbons (HC). Gasoline evaporating from the tank also produces hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, NOx and HC react to form photochemical "smog." Carbon monoxide does not contribute to smog creation, but it is a poisonous gas. Technical Information The Clean Air Act The United States Clean Air Act* sets standards for automobile emissions. It also requires that automobile manufacturers explain to owners how their emission controls work and what to do to maintain them. This section summarizes how the emission controls work. Scheduled maintenance is on page 133. * In Canada, Honda vehicles comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS) for Emissions valid at the time they are manufactured. Crankcase Emission Control System Your car has a Positive Crankcase Ventilation System. This keeps gasses that build up in the engine's crankcase from going into the atmosphere. The Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold. They are then drawn into the engine and burned. Evaporative Emission Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emission control canister filled with charcoal adsorbs the vapor. It is stored in this canister while the engine is off. After the engine is started and warmed up, the vapor is drawn into the engine and burned during driving. Exhaust Emission Controls The exhaust emission controls include four systems: PGM-FI, Ignition Timing Control, Exhaust Gas Recirculation and Three Way Catalytic Converter. These four systems work together to control the engine's combustion and minimize the amount of HC, CO, and NOx that comes out the tailpipe. The exhaust emission control systems are separate from the crankcase and evaporative emission control systems. PGM-FI System The PGM-FI System uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: Air Intake, Engine Control, and Fuel Control. The Engine Control Module (ECM) uses various sensors to determine how much air is going into the engine. It then controls how much fuel to inject under all operating conditions. Ignition Timing Control System This system constantly adjusts the ignition timing, reducing the amount of HC, CO and NOx produced. Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system takes some of the exhaust gas and routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter is in the exhaust system. Through chemical reactions, it converts HC, CO, and NOx in the engine's exhaust to carbon dioxide (CO 2), dinitrogen (N2), and water vapor. Emission Controls Replacement Parts The emission control systems are designed and certified to work to- gether in reducing emissions to levels that comply with the Clean Air Act. To make sure the emissions remain low, you should use only new genuine Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your car. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your car. Read your warranty manual for more informa- tion. Technical Information Keep the engine tuned-up. Have your car diagnosed and repaired if it is misfiring, back- firing, stalling, or otherwise not running properly. Three Way Catalytic Converter The three way catalytic converter contains platinum, palladium and rhodium. These metals serve as catalysts, promoting chemical reactions to convert the exhaust gasses without affecting the metals. The catalytic converter is referred to as a three-way catalyst, since it acts on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place. It can set on fire any com- bustible materials that come near it. Park your car away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables. Technical Information THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's per- formance. Follow these guidelines to protect your car's three way catalytic converter. Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a small amount of leaded gasoline can contaminate the catalyst metals, making the three way catalytic converter ineffective. Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages . . . . . . . . .. 222 Customer Relations Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 223 Reporting Safety Defects (US. cars) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 224 U.S. Zone Office Map . . . . . . . .. 225 Canada Zone Office Map . . . . .. 226 Authorized Manuals . . . . . . . . .. 227 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty Coverages U.S. Cars Your new Honda is covered by these warranties: New Car Limited Warranty — Covers your new car, except for the battery, emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship. Emission Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty — These two warranties cover your car's emission control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty — This warranty gives up to 100% credit toward a replacement battery. Seat Belt Limited Warranty — A seat belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the car. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty — All exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit. Accessory Limited Warranty — Genuine Honda Accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual for details. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty — Covers all Genuine Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship. Replacement Battery Limited Warranty — Provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a Honda dealer. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty — Provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the car. Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 1994 Honda Warranty booklet that came with your car for precise information on warranty coverages. Your Honda's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. Canada Cars Please refer to the 1994 Warranty and Maintenance Guide that came with your car. Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact your Honda Customer Relations Zone Office. Refer to the U.S. and Canadian Zone Office maps on the following pages. When you call or write, please give us this information: Vehicle Identification Number (see page 212 ) Name and address of the dealer who services your car Date of purchase Mileage on your car Your name, address, and tele- phone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the car to you Warranty and Customer Relations Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Warranty and Customer Relations Seats.............................................. 55 Steering Wheel............................ 44 Airbag (SRS).................................... 11 Air Cleaner..................................... 153 Air Conditioning............................... 70 Maintenance............................... 161 Usage............................................. 70 Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 70 Air Pressure, Tires................... 163, X Alcohol and Drugs........................... 26 Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 102 Antenna, Cleaning......................... 180 Antifreeze....................................... 143 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Description................................. 216 Indicator Light.....................35, 122 Operation.................................... 122 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock.. 50 Appearance Care........................... 179 Ashtray.............................................. 67 Audio System................................... 77 Automatic Speed Control................ 46 Automatic Transmission............... 116 Capacity, Fluid........................... 214 Checking Fluid Level................ 148 Shifting........................................ 113 Index Shift Lever Positions................. 117 Shift Lock Release..................... 120 Battery Charging System Light............... 34 Jump Starting............................. 196 Maintenance............................... 156 Specifications............................. 214 Before Driving............................... 101 Belts, Seat........................................... 5 Beverage Holder.............................. 65 Body Repair.................................... 185 Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 122 Break-in, New Linings .............. 102 Fluid............................................ 149 Light, Burned-out...................... 172 Parking.......................................... 63 System Indicator.......................... 34 Wear Indicators......................... 121 CONTINUED Accessories Installation.................................. 109 ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)........................................ 50 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid........................................ 148 Brake Fluid................................. 149 Clutch Fluid................................ 151 Engine Coolant........................... 143 Engine Oil................................... 142 Manual Transmission Fluid..... 149 Power Steering Fluid................. 151 Windshield Washer Fluid......... 147 Additional Safety Information........ 17 Door Locks................................... 18 Driving with Pets......................... 18 Head Restraint Position.............. 17 Seat-back Position........................ 17 Storing Cargo Safely................... 18 Additives, Engine Oil..................... 141 Adjustments Mirrors.......................................... 62 Head Restraints........................... 56 Index Brakes, ABS Description................................. 216 Operation.................................... 121 System Indicator..................35, 122 Braking System.............................. 121 Break-in, New Car......................... 102 Brightness Control, Instruments... 41 Brights, Headlights......................... 40 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights........................... 172 Brake Lights............................... 174 Ceiling Light............................... 176 Front Parking Lights................. 171 Front Side Marker Lights......... 171 Headlights.................................. 168 High-mount Brake Light.......... 174 License Plate Lights.................. 174 Rear Side Marker Lights.......... 173 Specifications............................. 214 Turn Signal Lights..................... 170 Bulbs, Halogen............................... 169 Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 196 Capacities Chart............................. 214 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 27 Cargo, Loading............................... 110 Cassette Player Care 97 Operation................................ 81, 90 CAUTION, Explanation of... Preface ii CD Player.......................................... 93 Certification Label......................... 212 Chains............................................. 167 Change Oil How to......................................... 139 When to....................................... 134 Changing a Flat Tire..................... 189 Changing Engine Coolant............. 145 Charging System Indicator.... 34, 201 Check Engine Light........................ 35 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid........................................ 148 Battery Condition...................... 156 Brake Fluid................................. 150 Clutch Fluid................................ 151 Engine Belts............................... 162 Engine Coolant........................... 143 Engine Oil................................... 139 Fuses........................................... 204 Manual Transmission Fluid ..... 149 Power Steering Fluid................. 151 Checklist, Before Driving............. 112 Child Safety...................................... 19 Cigarette Lighter............................. 66 Cleaner, Air.................................... 152 Cleaning Aluminum Wheels..................... 181 Antenna....................................... 180 Carpeting.................................... 183 Exterior....................................... 180 Fabric.......................................... 183 Interior........................................ 183 Seat Belts.................................... 184 Vinyl............................................ 183 Window....................................... 184 CLEAN Light................................... 97 Clock, Setting the............................ 64 Clutch Fluid.................................... 151 Coin Box........................................... 66 CO in the Exhaust......................... 218 Cold Weather, Starting in............. 114 Compact Spare............................... 188 Consumer Information*................ 223 Controls, Instruments and.............. 31 Index Coolant Adding......................................... 144 Checking..................................... 143 Proper Solution.......................... 143 Temperature Gauge.................... 38 Corrosion Protection..................... 185 Crankcase Emission Control System......................................... 218 Cruise Control Operation ............... 46 Customer Relations Office*......... 223 DANGER, Explanation of.... Preface ii Dashboard........................................ 32 Daytime Running Lights................. 40 Dead Battery, What to Do............ 196 Defects, Reporting Safety............... 28 Defogger, Rear Window................. 43 Defrosting the Windows................. 76 DEXRON® II Automatic Transmission Fluid.................... 148 Dimensions..................................... 214 Dimming the Headlights................ 40 Dipstick Automatic Transmission........... 148 Engine Oil................................... 139 Directional Signals........................... 42 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...... 207 Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 121 Disposal of Used Oil...................... 143 Doors Locking and Unlocking............... 51 Power Door Locks....................... 51 DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 165 Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Transmission.............................. 116 Driving............................................ 111 Economy..................................... 108 In Bad Weather.......................... 123 In Foreign Countries................. 103 Economy, Fuel............................... 108 Emergencies on the Road............. 187 Battery, Jump Starting.............. 196 Changing a Flat Tire................. 189 Charging System Indicator...... 201 Check Engine Light.................. 202 Checking the Fuses................... 204 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 200 Malfunction Indicator Lamp....................................... 202 Manually Closing Moonroof.... 203 Overheated Engine................... 199 Emergency Brake............................ 63 Emergency Flashers....................... 43 Emission Controls......................... 218 Engine Belts.............................................162 Check Light.......................... 35, 202 Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 38 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.................................35, 202 Oil Pressure Indicator......... 34, 200 Oil, What Kind to Use.......... 140, X Overheating................................ 199 Specifications............................. 214 Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 102 Evaporative Emission Controls.... 218 Exhaust Fumes................................ 27 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by.........................................10 Exterior, Cleaning the................... 180 CONTINUED Index Fabric, Cleaning............................. 183 Fan, Interior...................................... 71 Features, Comfort and Convenience................................. 69 Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 104 Filters Fuel.............................................. 154 Oil................................................ 142 First Gear, Shifting........................ 116 5-speed Manual Transmission, Checking Fluid Level................ 149 5-speed Manual Transmission, Shifting the................................. 116 Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 43 Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 189 Fluids Automatic Transmission...... 148, X Brake...........................................150 Clutch..........................................151 Manual Transmission .......... 149, X Power Steering........................... 151 Windshield Washer................... 147 FM Stereo Radio Reception...................................... 80 Folding Rear Seat............................ 56 Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 103 Four-way Flashers........................... 43 Front End, Towing by Emergency Wrecker................. 207 Fuel.................................................. 102 Fill Door and Cap....................... 104 Filter............................................154 Gauge............................................ 38 Octane Requirement.............102, X Oxygenated................................ 102 Tank, Filling the......................... 104 Fuses, Checking the...................... 204 Gas Mileage, Improving................ 108 Gasohol........................................... 102 Gasoline.......................................... 102 Filter............................................ 154 Gauge............................................ 38 Octane Requirement............ 102, X Tank, Filling the......................... 104 Gas Station Procedures................. 104 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature .... 38 Fuel................................................ 38 Gearshift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission........... 117 5-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 115 Glass Cleaning............................... 184 Glove Box......................................... 53 Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 169 Hazard Warning Flashers............... 43 Headlights......................................... 40 Daytime Running Lights............. 40 High Beam Indicator................... 36 High Beams, Turning on............ 40 Low Beams, Turning on ............. 40 Reminder Chime.......................... 40 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 168 Turning on.................................... 40 Head Restraints............................... 56 Heating and Cooling........................ 70 High Altitude, Starting at.............. 114 High-Low Beam Switch .................. 40 Hood, Opening the ........................ 105 Horn................................................... 49 Hot Coolant, Warning about........ 144 Hydraulic Clutch............................ 151 Hydroplaning.................................. 123 Identification Number, Vehicle.... 213 If Your Car Has to be Towed....... 207 Ignition Keys............................................... 49 Switch............................................ 50 Timing Control System............. 219 Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel.............................................. 33 Infant Restraint................................ 21 Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 163 Inside Mirror.................................... 61 Inspection, Tire.............................. 163 Instrument Panel............................. 32 Instrument Panel Brightness......... 41 Interior Cleaning............................ 183 Interior Lights.................................. 68 Introduction............................. Preface i Jacking up the Car......................... 191 Jack, Tire........................................ 190 Jump Starting................................. 196 Keys................................................... 49 Label, Certification........................ 213 Lane Change, Signaling.................. 41 Lap Belt............................................... 6 Lap/Shoulder Belts........................... 6 Leaking of Exhaust into Car.......... 27 Lighter, Cigarette............................ 66 Lights Bulb Replacement..................... 168 Indicator........................................ 33 Parking..........................................40 Turn Signal................................... 41 Loading Cargo................................ 110 LOCK (Ignition Key Position)....... 50 Index Locks Anti-theft Steering Column........ 50 Fuel Fill Door............................. 104 Glove Box..................................... 53 Power Door.................................. 51 Trunk............................................ 52 Low Coolant Level......................... 143 Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 113 Low Oil Pressure Indicator.... 34, 202 Lubricant Specifications Chart.... 214 Luggage.......................................... 110 Maintenance................................... 131 Periodic Items............................ 137 Record................................ 135 - 136 Required Indicator....................... 38 Schedule.............................133 - 134 Malfunction Indicator Lamp.. 35, 202 Manual Transmission.................... 113 Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 149 Maximum Shift Speeds......... 116, 120 Meters, Gauges................................ 37 CONTINUED Index Methanol in Gasoline.................... 103 Mirrors, Adjusting........................... 61 Moonroof.......................................... 60 Closing Manually....................... 203 Operation...................................... 60 Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart....................................... 140 ON (Ignition Key Position)............ 50 Opening the Hood ......................... 105 Operation in Foreign Countries... 103 Outside Mirrors............................... 61 Overheating, Engine..................... 198 Neutral Gear Position.................... 118 New Vehicle Break-in ................... 102 Normal Shift Speeds...................... 113 NOTICE, Explanation of...... Preface ii Numbers, Identification................ 212 Occupant Protection System............ 4 Octane Requirement, Gasoline 102, X Odometer.......................................... 37 Odometer, Trip................................ 37 Oil Change, How to ......................... 141 Change, When to....................... 134 Checking Engine....................... 139 Pressure Indicator....................... 34 Panel Brightness Control............... 41 Park Gear Position......................... 118 Parking Brake.................................. 63 Parking Lights.................................. 40 Parking Over Things that Burn... 220 PGM-FI System.............................. 219 Polishing and Waxing................... 181 Power Door Locks................................... 51 Mirrors.......................................... 61 Steering....................................... 151 Windows....................................... 59 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts.......... 10 Proper Seat Belt Usage..................... 7 Radiator Overheating.................... 198 Radio/Cassette Sound System....... 77 Rear End Towing........................... 207 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... 172 Rear Seat, Folding........................... 56 Rear View Mirror............................. 61 Rear Window Defogger.................. 43 Reclining the Seat Backs................ 54 Recommended Shift Speeds ........ 116 Reminder Lights.............................. 33 Replacement Information Air Cleaner................................. 152 Coolant........................................ 145 Engine Oil and Filter................. 141 Fuel Filter................................... 146 Fuses...........................................204 Light Bulbs................................. 168 Schedule..................................... 133 Spark Plugs................................. 154 Tires.......................................165, X Wiper Blades.............................. 160 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash............................................. 10 Reserve Tank, Coolant.................. 143 Restraint, Child................................ 18 Reverse Gear Position................... 118 Rotation, Tire................................. 164 Safety Belts......................................... 5 Safety Defects, Reporting*........... 224 Safety Labels, Location of.............. 29 Safety Messages................... Preface ii Seat Belts............................................ 5 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 10 Child Seat Anchor Plate.............. 24 Cleaning...................................... 184 Frayed or Torn............................. 10 Maintenance................................. 10 Reminder Light and Beeper....... 34 Replacement................................. 10 System Components...................... 6 Tether Attachment Points.......... 24 Use During Pregnancy................ 10 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...... 7 Wearing the Lap Belt.................... 9 Seats, Adjusting the......................... 55 Serial Number................................ 212 Service Intervals............................ 133 Service Manual.............................. 227 Service Station Procedures.......... 104 Setting the Clock............................. 64 Shifting The Automatic Transmission.......................... 117 The 5-speed Manual Transmission.......................... 116 Shift Lever Position Indicator...................................... 117 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement in.......................... 171 Signaling Turns................................ 42 Snow Tires...................................... 167 Solvent-type Cleaners.................... 180 Sound System................................... 77 Spare Tire Inflating..................................188, X Specifications............................. 215 Spark Plugs, Replacing................. 154 Specifications Charts..................... 214 Speed Control................................... 46 Speedometer.................................... 37 SRS Indicator.............................. 11, 35 START (Ignition Key Position)..... 50 Index Starting the Engine........................ 113 In Cold Weather at High Altitude................................... 114 With a Dead Battery ................. 196 Steam Coming from Engine......... 198 Steering Wheel Adjustment................................... 44 Anti-theft Column Lock.............. 50 Stereo Sound System ...................... 77 Storing Your Car............................ 177 Supplemental Restraint System Service Precautions..................... 16 Servicing....................................... 15 SRS Indicator.......................... 15, 35 System Components...................... 6 Technical Description............... 214 Tachometer...................................... 37 Taillights, Changing Bulbs in....... 172 Taking Care of the Unexpected .. 187 Tape Player................................. 81, 90 CONTINUED Index Technical Descriptions Anti-lock Brake System ............ 216 Emission Control Systems........ 218 Supplemental Restraint System..................................... 217 Three Way Catalytic Converter................................ 220 Temperature Gauge........................ 38 Tether Attachment Points.............. 24 Three Way Catalytic Converter... 220 Time, Setting the............................. 64 Tire Chains..................................... 167 Tire, How to Change a Flat.......... 189 Tires................................................ 162 Air Pressure..........................163, X Checking Wear.......................... 164 Compact Spare........................... 188 DOT Tire Quality Grading....... 165 Inflation...................................162, X Inspection................................... 163 Replacing................................165, X Rotating....................................... 164 Snow............................................ 167 Specifications............................. 214 Tools, Tire Changing.................... 189 Torn Seat Belts................................ 10 Towing A Trailer...................................... 125 Emergency Wrecker................. 207 Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic............................... 148 Checking Fluid Level, Manual.................................... 149 Fluid Selection............................ 149 Identification Number............... 212 Shifting the Automatic.............. 117 Shifting the Manual................... 113 Treadwear...................................... 164 Trip Meter........................................ 37 Trunk................................................. 52 Opening the.................................. 52 Open Monitor Light.................... 35 Turn Signals..................................... 41 Underside, Cleaning...................... 185 Unexpected, Taking Care of the........................................... 187 Uniform Tire Quality Grading..... 164 Unleaded Gasoline......................... 102 Upholstery Cleaning...................... 180 Used Oil, How to Dispose of........ 143 Vanity Mirror................................... 66 Vehicle Capacity Load .................. 110 Vehicle Dimensions....................... 214 Vehicle Identification Number..... 212 Vehicle Storage.............................. 177 Ventilation......................................... 72 VIN.................................................. 212 Vinyl Cleaning................................ 183 Viscosity, Oil................................... 140 Warning Beepers Key in Ignition.............................. 50 Seat Belts...................................... 34 WARNING, Explanation of.. Preface ii Warning Labels, Location of.......... 29 Warranty Coverages*.................... 222 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level......... 147 Operation...................................... 42 Index Washing.......................................... 180 Waxing and Polishing................... 181 Wheels Adjusting the Steering................ 44 Alignment and Balance............. 164 Compact Spare........................... 188 Wrench....................................... 189 Windows Cleaning...................................... 184 Operating the Power................... 59 Rear, Defogger............................ 43 Windshield Cleaning........................................ 42 Defroster...................................... 76 Wipers, Windshield Changing Blades........................ 159 Operation...................................... 42 Worn Tires..................................... 164 Wrecker, Emergency Towing...... 207 *U.S. and Canada Only. Gas Station Information Gasoline: UNLEADED gasoline Pump octane of 86 or higher Fuel Tank Capacity: 64.5 l (17.04 US g a l, 14.19 Imp gal) Recommended Engine Oil: API SG or SH grade "Energy Conserving II" oil SAE 5W-30 viscosity Engine Oil Capacity: including filter (US: DX, LX, Canada: LX, EX) 3.8 l (4.0 US qt, 3.3 Imp qt) (US: EX, Canada: EX-R) 4.3 l (4.5 US qt,3.8 Impqt) without filter (US: DX, LX, Canada: LX, EX) 3.5 l (3.7 USqt,3.1 Imp qt) (US: EX, Canada: EX-R) 4.0 l (4.2 US qt,3.5 Imp qt) Tire Pressure (measured cold): 220 kPa (2.2 k g / c m2, 32 psi) Spare Tire Pressure: 420 kPa(4.2 kg/cm2, 60 psi) Tire Size (Front and Rear): (US: DX, LX, Canada: LX, EX) P185/70RH87S (US: EX, Canada: EX-R) 195/60R1588H Spare Tire: (Cars without ABS) T115/70D14 (Cars with ABS) T135/90D15 Other Tire Information: See label on the driver's door jamb. 5-speed Manual Transmission Oil: SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 viscosity API SF or SG grade recom- mended Capacity: 1.9 l (2.0 US .qt, 1.7 Imp qt) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Premium Formula Auto- matic Transmission Fluid or an Equivalent DEXRON® II type Auto- matic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Capacity: 3.2 l (3.4 US qt, 2.8 Imp qt) 1994 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i A Few Words About Safety.................................................................................................................ii Driver and Passenger Safety ..............................................................................................................3 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls.................................................................................................................31 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls. Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. .69 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving..................................................................................................................................101 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving ..............................................................................................................................................111 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance.....................................................................................................................................131 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................179 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs. Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................187 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information.....................................................................................................................211 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................221 A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)......................................................................................................227 How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index...................................................................................................................................................... I Gas Station Information Information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. Introduction Congratulations ! Your selection of a 1994 Honda Accord was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. To enhance the enjoyment of your new car, take time to study this manual. In it, you will learn about your car's many conveniences and useful features. Following the service interval and maintenance recommendations will help keep your driving trouble-free while preserving your investment. Keep this owner's manual in your car so you can refer to it at any time. Please make sure the manual stays with the car if you sell it. The next owner will find it just as helpful. Several warranties protect your Honda. We suggest you read the warranty booklets carefully to fully understand the coverages and the responsibilities of ownership. When your car needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that your Honda dealer's service staff is specially-trained in the service and maintenance of the many systems unique to your Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Preface Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on the vehicle. Please read these messages carefully. A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol one of three words, DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION. These mean: and You will also see another important symbol: NOTICE Your Honda or other property can be damaged if you don't follow instruc- tions. You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. Each safety message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury. Preface This section gives you important information about occupant protec- tion. It shows how to use seat belts properly. It explains the Supple- mental Restraint System. And it gives useful information about how to protect infants and children in your car. Your Occupant Protection System.. 4 The Seat Belt System and How It Works..........................................5 Why Wear Seat Belts.................... 5 Important Safety Reminders........ 5 Seat Belt System Components..... 6 Lap/Shoulder Belt......................... 6 Lap Belt........................................... 6 Wearing Seat Belts Properly........ 7 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...... 7 Wearing the Lap Belt.................... 9 Advice for Pregnant Women...... 10 Seat Belt Maintenance................ 10 Supplemental Restraint System..... 11 Important Safety Reminder........ 12 How the Driver's Airbag Works........................................ 13 How the Passenger's Airbag Works........................................ 14 How the SRS Indicator Light Works........................................ 15 System Service............................. 15 System Service Precautions....... 16 Additional Safety Information........ 17 Seat-back Position........................ 17 Head Restraint Position.............. 17 Driver and Passenger Safety Door Locks................................... 18 Storing Cargo Safely................... 18 Driving with Pets......................... 18 Child Safety...................................... 19 Where Should Children Sit?....... 19 Important Safety Reminders...... 20 General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 18 kg (40 Ibs)............... 21 Restraining an Infant Who Weighs Less Than 9 kg (20 Ibs).......... 21 Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg (20 and 40 Ibs)..... 22 Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 18 kg (40 Ibs).................. 23 Using a Seat Belt Locking Clip.. 23 Using Child Restraints with Tethers............................. 24 Storing a Child Seat..................... 25 Alcohol and Drugs........................... 26 Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 27 Safety Labels.................................... 28 Driver and Passenger Safety Your Occupant Protection System Your Honda is equipped with seat belts and other features that work together to protect you and your passenger during a crash. Seat belts are the most important part of your occupant protection system. When worn properly, seat belts can reduce the chance of serious injury or death in a crash. For added protection during a severe frontal collision, your Accord has a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) with airbags for the driver and a front seat passenger. Two indicator lights are also part of your safety system. One reminds you to make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts. The other alerts you to a possible problem with your supplemental restraint system (see page 15 ). The seats, head restraints, and door locks also play a role in occupant safety. For example, reclining the seat-back can decrease the effec- tiveness of your seat belt. Head restraints can help protect your neck and head, especially during rear-end impacts. Door locks help keep your doors from being accidentally opened during a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety To get the maximum protection from your occupant protection system, check the following before you drive away: Everyone in the car is wearing a seat belt properly (see page 7 ). Infants and small children are properly secured in child safety seats (see page 19 ). All doors are closed and locked (see page 18). Seat-backs are upright and head restraints are properly adjusted (see pages 17 and 57). There are no loose items that could be thrown around and hurt someone during a crash or sudden stop (see page 18). By following these guidelines, you can reduce injuries to yourself and your passengers in many crash situations. Remember, however, that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in severe crashes. The Seat Belt System and How It Works Why Wear Seat Belts Wearing seat belts, and wearing them properly, is fundamental to your safety and the safety of your passengers. During a crash or emergency stop, seat belts can help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the car, against other occupants, or out of the car. Of course, seat belts cannot com- pletely protect you in every crash. But, in most cases, seat belts reduce your chance of serious injury. They can even save your life. That is why many states and all Canadian pro- vinces require you to wear seat belts. Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of being killed or seriously hurt in a crash. Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly. Important Safety Reminders Seat belts are designed for adults and larger children. All infants and small children must be properly restrained in child safety seats (see page 19). A pregnant woman needs to wear a seat belt to protect herself and her unborn child (see page 10). Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. Do not place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. This could increase the chance of serious injuries in a crash. Do not put shoulder belt pads or other accessories on seat belts. They can reduce the effectiveness of the belts and increase the chance of injury. Driver and Passenger Safety The Seat Belt System and How It Works Seat Belt System Components Your Honda has seat belts in all five seating positions. The front seats and the outside positions of the rear seat have lap/shoulder belts. The center position of the rear seat has a lap belt. Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you to fasten your seat belt, and to make sure your passengers fasten theirs. This light comes on when you turn on the ignition if you have not fastened your seat belt. A beeper also sounds for several seconds (see page 34). The following pages cover more about the seat belt components and how they work. Driver and Passenger Safety Lap/Shoulder Belt Lap Belt The lap belt has one manually- adjusted belt that fits across the hips. It is similar to safety belts used in airplanes. This style of seat belt has a single belt that goes over your shoulder, across your chest, and across your hips. Each lap/shoulder belt has an emergency locking retractor. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body. Wearing Seat Belts Properly You can increase the effectiveness of your seat belts if you take a little time to read the following pages and make sure you know how to wear seat belts properly. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash. Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly. The Seat Belt System and How It Works Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt Before putting on a front seat belt, be sure your seat is adjusted forward or backward to a good driving or riding position and the back of your seat is upright (see page 54). 1. Pull the latch plate across your body and insert it into the buckle. Tug on the belt to make sure the latch is securely locked. 2. Check that the belt is not twisted. 3. Position the lap portion of the belt as low as possible across your hips, not across your stomach. This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety The Seat Belt System and How It Works 4. Pull up on the shoulder part of the belt to remove any slack. Make sure the belt goes over your collarbone and across your chest. To unlatch the seat belt, push the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across your body to the door pillar. If the belt doesn't retract easily, pull it out and check for twists or kinks. 5. If the belt crosses your neck, you need to adjust the belt anchor height or your seating position. Front seats: Adjust the belt anchor by squeez- ing the two buttons and sliding the anchor downward (it has four posi- tions) . Rear seat: Move toward the center of the seat until the belt fits over your collarbone. Driver and Passenger Safety Wearing the Lap Belt The Seat Belt System and How It Works 1. Pull the latch plate across your hips and insert it into the buckle marked CENTER. If the belt is too short, hold the latch plate at a right angle and pull to extend the belt. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. 2. Position the belt as low as possible across your hips and pelvic bones, not across your stomach. Pull the loose end of the belt to adjust for a snug but comfortable fit. To unlatch the belt, push the red PRESS button on the buckle. Driver and Passenger Safety The Seat Belt System and How It Works Advice for Pregnant Women If possible, use the lap/shoulder seat belt, remembering to keep the lap portion as low as possible (see page 7). Each time you have a check-up, ask your doctor if it's okay for you to drive and how you should position a lap/shoulder seat belt. Protecting the mother is the best way to protect her unborn child. Therefore, a pregnant woman should wear a properly-positioned seat belt whenever she drives or rides in a car. Driver and Passenger Safety Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly. Pull out each belt fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and the lap/shoulder belts retract easily. Any belt not in good condition or not working properly should be replaced. If a seat belt is worn during a crash, have your dealer replace the belt and inspect the anchors for damage. For information on how to clean your seat belts, see page 184 . Supplemental Restraint System Your Honda is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) to help protect your head and chest during a severe frontal collision. This system does not replace your seat belt. It supplements, or adds to, the protection offered by your seat belt. The system also includes a front passenger's airbag. Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even if you have airbags. Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them properly. DRIVER'S AIRBAG PASSENGER'S AIRBAG INDICATOR CONTROL UNIT SENSORS The main components in your SRS are: One airbag in the steering wheel for the driver and another in the dashboard for the passenger. A diagnostic system that, when the ignition is ON (II), continually monitors the sensors, control unit, airbag activator, and all related wiring. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Supplemental Restraint System An indicator light to warn you of a possible problem with the system. Emergency power backup in case your car's electrical system is disconnected in a crash. Important Safety Reminder Frontal collision range An airbag inflates and deflates very quickly. It cannot protect you during any additional impacts that can occur during a crash. A seat belt helps keep you in the proper position when an airbag inflates. An airbag opens with considerable force and can hurt you if you are not in the proper position. Even with an airbag, you need to wear a seat belt. The reasons are: Airbags only inflate in severe frontal collisions. They offer no protection in rear impacts, side impacts, rollovers, or moderate frontal collisions. Driver and Passenger Safety Supplemental Restraint System How the Driver's Airbag Works To do its job, the airbag inflates with considerable force. So, while it can reduce serious injuries and even save your life, the airbag might cause some facial abrasions or other injuries. For this reason, you should always sit as far back from the steering wheel as comfortable while still maintaining control. If you ever have a severe frontal collision, your airbag will instantly inflate to help protect your head and chest. When the airbag inflates, you may hear a fairly loud noise and you might see smoke or powder. This is normal; it is caused by the inflation of the airbag. After the bag completely inflates, it immediately starts deflating so it won't interfere with your visibility, ability to steer, or ability to operate other controls. The total time for inflation and deflation takes less than one-tenth of a second. You may not even be aware that the airbag has been fully inflated. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Supplemental Restraint System How the Passenger's Airbag Works The airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel. For your safety, do not attach any items to the steering wheel. They could interfere with the proper operation of the airbag. Or, if the airbag inflates, they could be propelled inside the car and hurt someone. If you ever have a severe frontal collision, the passenger's airbag will inflate at the same time as the driver's airbag. This airbag is quite large and inflates with considerable force. It can seriously hurt a front seat passenger who is not in the proper position and wearing the seat belt properly. Front seat passenger's should move the seat as far back as practical and sit well back in the seat. Because of the airbag, we strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. If the airbag inflates, it can dislodge the infant seat and seriously injure the infant. If a toddler seat is used in the front passenger's seat, the vehicle seat should be moved as far back as possible. If the passenger's bag inflates, it could seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained. Driver and Passenger Safety Supplemental Restraint System The passenger's airbag is stored near the top of the dashboard, under a lid marked SRS. Do not place any objects on top of this lid. If the airbag inflates, those objects can be propelled inside the car and possibly hurt someone. How the SRS Indicator Light Works SRS The purpose of the SRS light on your instrument panel is to alert you of a potential problem with your supple- mental restraint system. System Service Your supplemental restraint system is virtually maintenance-free. There are no parts you can safely service. You must have the system serviced by an authorized Honda dealer: Have the system checked if: The light does not come on when you turn the ignition ON (II). The light stays on after the engine starts. The light comes on or flashes while you are driving. If your airbag ever inflates. The airbag must be replaced. Do not try to remove or discard the airbag by yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer. If the SRS indicator light alerts you of a problem. Have the supplemental restraint system checked as soon as possible. Otherwise, the airbags might not inflate when you need it. When the car is ten years old. Have the dealer inspect the system. The production date is on the driver's door jamb for your convenience. Driver and Passenger Safety Supplemental Restraint System Scrapping an entire car that has an uninflated airbag can be dangerous. Get assistance from a Honda dealer if your car must be scrapped. If you sell your car, please be sure to tell the new owner that the car has a supplemental restraint system. Alert them to the information and precautions in this part of the owner's manual. System Service Precautions Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of the supplemental restraint system. Modifications could make the system ineffective. Do not tamper with the system's components or wiring. This could cause the airbags to inflate inadver- tently, possibly injuring someone very seriously. Tell anyone who works on your car that you have a supplemental restraint system. Failure to follow the procedures and precautions in the official Honda service manual could result in personal injury or damage to the system. Driver and Passenger Safety Additional Safety Information The seat belts and airbags are obvi- ously important parts of your occu- pant protection system. In addition, you should know that sitting upright, adjusting the head restraint properly, locking the doors, and stowing things properly can also increase your safety and possibly even save your life. Seat-back Position The seat-backs should be in an upright position for you and your passengers to get the most protec- tion from the seat belts. If you recline a seat-back, you reduce the protective capability of your seat belt. The farther a seat-back is reclined, the greater the risk that you will slide under the belt in a severe crash and be very seriously injured. For information on how to adjust the seat-back, see page 54. Head Restraint Position Head restraints can help protect you from whiplash and other injuries. For the best protection, adjust the top of the restraint so it is even with the tops of your ears, or as high as possi- ble. For instructions on adjusting the head restraints, see page 56. Driver and Passenger Safety Additional Safety Information Door Locks It is not safe to leave your car doors unlocked. A passenger, especially a child, could open a door and acci- dentally fall out Also, there is a greater chance of being thrown out of the car during a crash when the doors are not locked. Storing Cargo Safely Before you drive, make sure you first securely store or tie clown any items that could be thrown around the car and hurt someone, or interfere with your ability to operate the controls. Do not put any items on top of the rear shelf. They can block your view and they could be thrown about the car in a crash. Be sure to keep compartment doors closed when the car is moving. If a passenger hits the door of an open glove box, for example, he could injure his knees. For information on loading cargo, see page 110. Driving with Pets Loose pets can be a hazard while you are driving. An unrestrained pet can interfere with your ability to drive the car. In a crash or sudden stop, loose pets or cages can be thrown around inside the car and hurt you or your passengers. It is also for their safety that pets should be properly restrained in your car. The recommended way to restrain a medium-sized or larger dog is with a special traveling harness. This har- ness can be secured to the rear seat with a seat belt. Travel harnesses are available at pet stores. A small dog, cat, or other small animal will be safest in a pet carrier with rigid sides. Choose a style that allows you to secure it to the car's seat by routing a seat belt through the carrier's handle. For further information, contact your veterinarian or local animal protec- tion society. Driver and Passenger Safety An infant or child who is not properly restrained can be killed or seriously injured in a crash. Be sure any child too small for seat belts is properly secured in a child restraint. Children depend on adults to protect them. To help make sure we do, every state and Canadian province has laws requiring infants and young children to be properly restrained whenever they ride in a car. Child Safety Where Should Children Sit? According to accident statistics, children of all sizes and ages are safer when they are properly restrained in the rear seat rather than the front seat. We recommend that, whenever possible, you secure your child's infant or toddler seat in the center position of the rear seat with the lap belt. For cars with a passenger airbag, we strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger seat. If the airbag inflates, it can hit the seat with great force. The infant seat can be dislodged and the baby seriously injured. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Child Safety If a toddler seat is used in the front seat of a car equipped with a passenger's airbag, the vehicle seat should be moved as far back as possible. If the passenger's bag inflates, it could seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained. We also recommend that any child who is too large to use an infant or toddler seat ride in one of the out- side positions of the rear seat. The child should then wear the lap/ shoulder belt properly for protection. Important Safety Reminders Never hold a baby or child on your lap when riding in a car. If you are wearing your seat belt, the violent forces created during a crash will tear the child from your arms. The child could be seriously hurt or killed. If you are holding a child and not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could crush the child against the car's interior. Never put your seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the belt could press deep into the child, causing serious internal injuries. Two children should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. If you are driving with small children in the car, you should use the childproof door locks to prevent them from opening the rear doors (see page 52). Driver and Passenger Safety To properly route a seat belt through a child seat, follow the seat maker's instructions. If you use a lap/ shoulder belt, be sure you install a locking clip on the belt (see page 23). Secure the child in the child seat. Make sure the infant or child is firmly secured to the child seat. Use the straps provided, and carefully follow the manufacturer's instructions. General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 18 kg (40 Ibs) Use an approved child seat. The seat must meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS-213) or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Look for the manufac- turer's statement of compliance on the box and seat. Use a seat of the right size. Make sure the seat fits your child. Check the seat manufacturer's instructions and labels for height and weight limits. Secure the child seat to the car. All approved child seats are designed to be secured to the car seat by the lap belt or the lap belt portion of a lap/ shoulder belt. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the car can be endangered in a crash. Child Safety Restraining an Infant Who Weighs Less Than 9 kg (20 Ibs) An infant up to about 9 kg (20 Ibs) must be restrained in an infant seat or a convertible seat designed for a baby. Because infants must ride in a reclining position, be sure the infant seat always faces the REAR of the car as shown. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Restraining a Child Who Weighs Between 9 and 18 kg (20 and 40 Ibs) Toddler seats are designed for children who weigh between 9 and 18 kg (20 and 40 Ibs). The preferred place to put a toddler seat is in the center position of the rear seat. Use the car's lap belt to secure the seat to the car. If you decide to put a toddler seat in any other seating position, you must use a locking clip on the car's lap/ shoulder belt (see page 23). If a toddler seat is used in the front seat of a car equipped with a passenger's airbag, the vehicle seat should be moved as far back as possible. If the passenger's bag inflates, it could seriously hurt a toddler who is not in the proper position or properly restrained. Child Safety We recommend that, whenever possible, you put the infant seat in the center position of the rear seat and secure it to the car with the lap belt. If you decide to put an infant seat in any other seating position, you must use a locking clip on the car's lap/ shoulder belt (see page 23 ). We strongly recommend that you do not put an infant seat in the front passenger's seat. In a severe frontal collision, the inflating airbag can hit the infant seat with considerable force. The infant seat can be dislodged, causing serious injury to the infant. Driver and Passenger Safety Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 18 kg (40 Ibs) Put the seat belt on your child and check its fit. The shoulder belt should fit over the collarbone and across the chest. The lap belt should sit low on your child's hips, not across the stomach. Using a Seat Belt Locking Clip Always use a seat belt locking clip when you secure a child seat to your car with a lap/shoulder belt. This helps prevent the seat from shifting position or overturning. Child Safety If the shoulder belt crosses the neck, have your child move toward the center of the rear seat until the belt fits properly. If the belt still crosses the child's neck, you should use a booster seat. Several styles of booster seats are available. We recommend a design that allows the child to use the car's lap/shoulder belt. Whichever style you select, follow the booster seat manufacturer's instructions. We recommend that, whenever possible, a child who has outgrown a toddler seat ride in one of the outside positions of the rear seat and use a lap/shoulder belt. A locking clip is usually included with the child seat. If you need a clip, contact the seat's manufacturer or a store that sells child restraints. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety Child Safety To install a locking clip, do the following: 1. Place the child restraint in the desired position. Route the lap/ shoulder belt through the restraint according to the seat manufac- turer's instructions. 2. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Pull on the shoulder part of the belt to make sure there is no slack in the lap portion. 3. Tightly grasp the belt near the latch plate. Pinch both parts of the belt together so they won't slip through the latch plate. Unbuckle the seat belt. Driver and Passenger Safety Using Child Restraints with Tethers 4. Install the locking clip as shown. Position the clip as close as possible to the latch plate. 5. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Push and pull on the child seat to verify that it is held firmly in place. If it is not, repeat these steps until the restraint is secure. Your Honda has three attachment points for tether-style child seat. They are located on the rear shelf. U.S. Models Use the dimensions in the illustra- tion to locate either of the outside attachment points you want to use. Cut a 22 mm (7/8 inch) diameter hole in the rear shelf. Canadian Models Select the attachment point you want to use and remove the plug with a small flat-tipped screwdriver or fingernail file. Install the tether hardware that came with the child seat. Tighten to: 22 N.m (2.2 kg-m,16 Ib-ft) If you are not sure how to install the bracket, have it installed by your Honda dealer. If you need an anchor plate and mounting hardware, you can obtain them by writing to: Child Safety Canadian Cars TOOTHED WASHER Storing a Child Seat When you are not using an infant seat or other child restraint, either remove it or make sure it is properly secured so it cannot be thrown around the car during a crash. The anchor plate and mounting hardware for a top tether are supplied with the car. When installing, make sure the toothed washer is on the bottom of the bolt. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Consumer Affairs 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746 The supplied anchor plate is designed only for mounting a child restraint. Do not use it for any other purpose. Driver and Passenger Safety The safest thing you can do is never

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